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2015 Annual Operating Budget

City of Little Rock, Arkansas

About the Cover: On September 25, 2014, the new 12th Street Station officially opened. This

44,000 square foot building houses various divisions of the Little Rock Police Department and

has commercial space available. The station will become the City of Little Rock’s first building to

receive the LEED Silver designation, continuing the City’s commitment to sustainability.

The 12th Street Station serves as an anchor in the revitalization efforts in Little Rock’s central

core. It is a symbol of the City’s commitment to the 12th Street corridor and is spurring interest

in increased commercial investment in the area.

Funding for the $12.5 million project came from the City’s 3/8-cent capital sales tax, the special

projects fund, and a grant from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. The 12th

Street Station was designed by Roark Perkins Perry Yelvington Architects. It was constructed by

a joint venture of ADEVCO Construction and East-Harding Construction.

Cover photo provided by Roark Perkins Perry Yelvington Architects.

City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

City of Little Rock

2015 Annual Operating Budget

Bruce T. Moore

City Manager

Prepared by:

Department of Finance

Sara Lenehan, Finance Director

LaVerne DuVall, Budget Officer

The enclosed 2015 Annual Budget is presented for your use and reference. The

annual budget is an appropriation document that authorizes spending for the

current year. Additionally, the budget document provides information concerning

the City’s organization structure and the City’s fiscal position.

The online version of the 2015 budget document and budget documents for

previous years can be found on the City of Little Rock’s website located at:

www.littlerock.org.

If you have any comments, suggestions for improvement, or questions

concerning the City’s annual budget, please contact the Budget Office at (501)

371-4559. Thank you for your interest in the City of Little Rock.

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)

presented an award for Distinguished Budget Presentation to the City of Little Rock,

Arkansas for its annual budget document for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2014.

In order to receive this award, a government unit must publish a budget document that

meets program criteria as a policy document, as an operation guide, as a financial plan,

and as a communications medium.

The award is valid for a period of one year only. We believe our current budget document

continues to conform to program requirements, and we are submitting it to GFOA to

determine its eligibility for another award.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION Page

Title Page ............................................................................................................ 1

Budget Award ...................................................................................................... 3

Table of Contents ................................................................................................. 5

Little Rock at a Glance ......................................................................................... 9

City of Little Rock Board of Directors ................................................................. 10

How to Use the Budget Document .................................................................... 11

Management Team ............................................................................................ 15

City of Little Rock Organizational Chart by Fund Responsibilities ..................... 17

City of Little Rock Operating Fund Structure ..................................................... 18

City Manager’s Transmittal Letter ...................................................................... 21

Overall City Goals and Objectives ................................................................. 35

THE BUDGET PROCESS

The General Government Budget Process ....................................................... 39

Amending the Budget ........................................................................................ 42

Budget Policies .................................................................................................. 43

Other Budget Procedures .............................................................................. 44

FINANCIAL STRUCTURE

Little Rock's Financial Structure ......................................................................... 47

Funds Controlled by the Governing Body .......................................................... 47

Fiscal Policies .................................................................................................... 52

Other Agencies .................................................................................................. 58

BUDGET SUMMARIES

Budget Summaries ........................................................................................ 61

2015 Operating Fund Budget Summaries Graph .............................................. 62

General Fund Activity Graph ............................................................................. 63

Budget Summary by Fund Type .................................................................... 64

General Government Summary. .................................................................... 65

Special Revenue Funds................................................................................. 66

Capital Project Funds. ................................................................................... 69

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Enterprise Funds ........................................................................................... 72

Internal Service Fund .................................................................................... 74

Fiduciary Funds ............................................................................................. 75

Debt Service Funds ....................................................................................... 78

2015 Long Term Forecast ............................................................................. 81

REVENUES

All Funds Operating Revenue Sources Graph .................................................. 85

All Funds Operating Revenue Summary ........................................................... 86

General Fund Summary of Revenue ................................................................. 87

All Funds Operating Revenue Detail ................................................................. 88

Revenue Trends ................................................................................................ 93

General Fund Revenue Sources and Trends Graph ....................................... 108

EXPENDITURES

All Funds Expenditures by Classification Graph .............................................. 109

All Funds Department Budgets Summary ....................................................... 110

Summary of General Government Appropriations Graph ............................... 111

General Fund Summary Graph ....................................................................... 112

Operating Budget Detail ................................................................................... 113

Staffing Summaries .......................................................................................... 117

Other General Fund Budget Expenditures ...................................................... 120

Service Program Graph ................................................................................... 121

Service Program Category .............................................................................. 122

Public Safety Revenue and Expenditure Comparisons ................................... 124

Public Safety Operating Expenditures as a Percentage of General Fund ..... 125

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Capital Funding. ............................................................................................... 127

Capital Project Funds Provided by Bond Issues ............................................. 127

Capital Project Funds Provided by Other Sources .......................................... 128

2015 Capital Improvements ......................................................................... 133

2015 Major Capital Projects ........................................................................ 134

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Significant Routine Capital Expenditures ............................................. 134

Significant Non-Routine Capital Expenditures ..................................... 134

Other Significant Non-Recurring Capital Improvements ...................... 135

Capital Funding Activity Graphs .................................................................. 152

DEBT MANAGEMENT

Debt Management ....................................................................................... 153

City’s Legal Debt Margin ............................................................................. 153

Debt Applicable to Debt Limit 2004 – 2014 .................................................. 155

Summary of Bond Indebtedness .................................................................. 155

Future Debt Service ..................................................................................... 156

GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENTS

Mayor ............................................................................................................... 159

General Administrative .................................................................................... 163

Board of Directors ............................................................................................ 169

Community Programs ...................................................................................... 173

City Attorney .................................................................................................... 179

District Court First Division .......................................................................... 185

District Court Second Division ..................................................................... 191

District Court Third Division ............................................................................. 197

Finance ............................................................................................................ 203

Human Resources ........................................................................................... 211

Information Technology ................................................................................... 217

Planning and Development ............................................................................. 223

Housing and Neighborhood Programs ........................................................... 229

Public Works General ...................................................................................... 235

Parks and Recreation ...................................................................................... 241

River Market .................................................................................................... 247

Golf. .................................................................................................................. 251

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Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center ............................................................ 257

Zoo .................................................................................................................. 263

Fire .................................................................................................................. 269

Police ............................................................................................................... 275

SPECIAL REVENUE FUND DEPARTMENT

Public Works Street ......................................................................................... 281

INTERNAL SERVICE FUND DEPARTMENT

Fleet Services .................................................................................................. 287

ENTERPRISE FUND DEPARTMENTS

Vehicle Storage Facility ................................................................................... 293

Waste Disposal ................................................................................................ 299

APPENDIX

State and City Budget Statutes ........................................................................ 305

Statistical Information ....................................................................................... 309

Glossary of Key Budget Terms ........................................................................ 319

Glossary of Key Acronyms Terms ................................................................... 326

LITTLE ROCK AT A GLANCE

Two hundred years ago, the first permanent settlement was established in what is now known

as Little Rock. Since 1812, Little Rock has grown from one person to become the Capital City

of Arkansas with a population of 193,524. The metropolitan area population is 699,757 with

more than 1 million people living within 70 miles of Little Rock.

The City is named for La Petite Roche, a rock formation on the banks of the Arkansas River.

It created a natural harbor which made Little Rock an early center of business and commerce.

Today, that tradition continues as Little Rock is home to several large corporations. Among

the City’s major industries are technology, healthcare, retail, manufacturing and government.

The presence of these industries helps to explain the City’s lower than average unemployment

rate of approximately 5.9%.

New businesses and housing opportunities are bringing people back to the City’s core to live,

shop, work and play. The River Market district is home to many restaurants, shops and offices

as well as attractions such as the Clinton Presidential Center and Park, several other

museums, and an expanding nationally-recognized bike trail system. In addition, the Main

Street Creative Corridor, MacArthur Park area, SoMA (South Main) and renovation of

Robinson Center Music Hall are some of the other exciting projects in the City’s core.

Redevelopment continues in the City’s older neighborhoods and the City is experiencing new

growth in areas to the west and southwest.

Medical facilities in the Little Rock area provide efficient, comprehensive service to more than

two million individuals throughout the state. The major area hospitals provide bed space for

over 2,800 patients. Included are a large number of specialty clinics and outpatient surgery

centers that are continuing to expand.

Diverse and quality educational opportunities are available in Little Rock. The University of

Arkansas for Medical Sciences continues to garner international attention for ground breaking

medical research and procedures. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) is a

metropolitan university educating 13,000 students. The University’s five colleges, seven

institutes with a wide range of degree offerings - graduate certificates, master’s degrees,

doctorates including the juris doctorate degree offered at the UALR Bowen School of Law. In

addition, Little Rock is the home of Philander Smith College and Arkansas Baptist College,

two historically black colleges that are leading exciting revitalization initiatives in their

surrounding areas.

Situated along the southern bank of the Arkansas River, Little Rock is located where the Delta

meets the Ouachita and Ozark mountain ranges. With lakes and streams inside the city limits

and nearby, outdoor recreational options are almost unlimited. Residents and visitors alike

enjoy hiking, camping, boating, hunting, fishing, golf, tennis, swimming, and soccer.

The Little Rock region offers wonderful opportunities for visitors: A City rich in history and

culture; many recreational opportunities; downtown entertainment; an energetic business

climate; and a major emphasis on quality of life initiatives for our citizens and visitors.

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Director Dean Kumpuris

Position Eight

Director Gene Fortson

Position Nine

Director Joan Adcock

Position Ten

Director Brad Cazort

Ward Four

Director Doris Wright

Ward Six

Director B. J. Wyrick

Ward Seven

Director Erma Hendrix

Ward One

Director Ken Richardson

Ward Two

Director Kathy Webb

Ward Three

Mayor Mark Stodola

Vice Mayor Lance Hines

Ward Five

Board of Directors

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

HOW TO USE THE BUDGET DOCUMENT

This section is designed to explain and simplify the use of this document. It will

acquaint you with the types of information you can expect to find such as:

 Sources of funding for City Services

 Where and how resources are utilized

 Services provided by City Departments

 Policies and objectives for the upcoming year

Definition - What is a Budget Document?

The budget document presents the City’s financial management plan for the

coming fiscal year. The budget outlines the day-to-day functions of City

departments for a one-year period and includes planned expenditures for major

capital projects. The Mayor is responsible for enforcing the spending limits

established in this plan.

Each year, the City establishes a budget for operations in the coming fiscal year,

January 1 to December 31. The budget is based on estimates of projected

revenues and other funding sources. Appropriations for City programs are

recommended based on available resources and priorities set by the City Board

of Directors.

As required by law, the Mayor submits a recommended budget to the Board of

Directors. The Board of Directors conducts an extensive review of the

recommended budget and holds several public hearings to receive citizen input.

Once any necessary modifications are made, the Board of Directors adopts the

Budget Ordinance. Upon completion, the Budget Document is published.

The budget must be adopted on or before December 30. A calendar of events

for budget development activities for fiscal year 2015 is included in this document

to more adequately describe the budget development process.

The 2015 Basic Budget is comprised of four major fund types: the General Fund,

Special Revenue Funds, an Internal Service Fund and Enterprise Funds.

The General Fund is utilized to account for revenues and expenditures for the

regular day-to-day operations of the City. The primary sources of revenue for the

General Fund are local sales taxes, property taxes, and utility franchise fees.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Departments in the General Fund are organized as follows:

 General Administration

 Board of Directors

 Community Programs

 City Attorney

 District Court First Division

 District Court Second Division

 District Court Third Division

 Finance

 Human Resources

 Information Technology

 Planning & Development

 Housing & Neighborhood Programs

 Public Works

 Parks & Recreation

 River Market

 Golf

 Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatics

 Zoo

 Fire

 Police

The other major fund types are described below:

1. Special Revenue Funds – These funds are utilized to account for revenues

that are legally restricted to expenditures for specific purposes, e.g., street

fund and grant funded programs.

2. Enterprise Funds – Proprietary funds in which the services provided are

principally supported through charges to the users of the services, e.g., solid

waste fund, vehicle storage facility and parking garages.

3. Internal Services Fund – Funds that provide services to other parts of the City

organization, e.g., motor pool, vehicle maintenance and insurance.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Payments to the Internal Services Fund are not reflected as transfers, but are

included as line items within the budgets of the departments in all operating

funds.

Operating Flow of Funds

Revenues are deposited into the General Fund as a result of specific activities.

For example:

General Fund Enterprise Funds

Property Taxes Service Rates

Sales Taxes Sanitation Fees

Licenses & Permits Compost Sales

Expenditures are made from the General Fund to support activities. For

example:

General Fund

 General Fund Departments - Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, etc.

 Personnel, supplies and materials, repairs and maintenance, contractual,

capital outlay, debt service, and transfers out.

Enterprise Fund

 Enterprise Funds – Waste Disposal, Vehicle Storage Facility, and Parking

Garages.

 Personnel, supplies and materials, repairs and maintenance, contractual,

closure/post closure, depreciation, debt service, and transfers out.

Departments within the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise

Funds make payments into the Internal Service Fund for Fleet operations and

vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Capital Budget

The Capital Budget consists of major capital projects, which often require more

than one year to complete and place in service. Examples of capital projects

include street and drainage construction, building construction, and park

development. A description of the source of funding for capital projects is

included in the Capital Improvements section of this document. In addition, this

section includes the estimated funds required for the ongoing operation and

maintenance of the assets resulting from the capital improvement projects.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

The completion of certain capital projects may be delayed for a period of time if

corresponding operating and maintenance funds are not available.

Debt Service Flow of Funds

The City issues debt after one of the following:

 Approval by City Board to issue Temporary Notes, Certification of Obligations

or Revenue Bonds.

 Successful completion of a Bond Election.

Funds generated from the sale of debt obligations are allocated to individual

special projects within the capital project funds. When a project is completed and

the project account closed, unused funds may be directed to retirement of the

debt service obligation. The Debt Service Funds are primarily supported by

property tax millages, which require voter approval, for the express purpose of

debt retirement. Other revenue sources for debt retirement include franchise

fees and system revenues. The Debt Service Funds initiate payments of principal

and interest to the bond purchasers. A description of the source of funding for

debt retirement and a discussion of the City’s legal debt margin is included in the

Debt Management section of this document.

Format for Budget Expenditures

A summary of budgeted operating expenditures and personnel is included in the

Expenditure section of this document. Following the summary information, each

Department’s organizational chart, mission statement, expenditure budget,

staffing summary, 2014 priorities and results, 2015 goals, and applicable service

measures are presented.

Major Categories of expenditures include the following:

 Personnel (Salaries, Wages and Employee Fringe Benefits)

 Supplies and Materials

 Repairs and Maintenance

 Contractual Services

 Closure/Post Closure

 Capital Outlay

 Depreciation

 Debt Service

 Transfers Out

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Mark Stodola Mayor

Bruce T. Moore City Manager

James E. Jones Assistant City Manager

Dana Dossett Director of Community Programs

Tom Carpenter City Attorney

Alice Lightle District Court First Division Judge

Victor Fleming District Court Second Division Judge

Mark Leverett District Court Third Division Judge

Sara Lenehan Director of Finance

Stacey Witherell Director of Human Resources

Randy Foshee Director of Information Technology

Tony Bozynski Director of Planning & Development

Andre Bernard Director of Housing & Neighborhood Programs

Jon Honeywell Director of Public Works

Truman Tolefree Director of Parks & Recreation

Gregory Summers Fire Chief

Kenton Buckner Police Chief

Mike Blakely Director of Zoo

Wendell Jones Director of Fleet Services

Budget Report Production, Analyst, and Graphics

LaVerne DuVall Budget Officer

Silas Roaf Budget Management Analyst

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City Manager

Assistant City Manager

Fire

Police

Fleet Services

Vehicle Storage Enterprise

Housing and

Neighborhood Programs

Information Technology

City Attorney

Human Resources

Public Works

Building Services

Street Fund

Waste Disposal Enterprise

Planning and Development

City Clerk

Community Programs

Finance

Parking Garages

Federal Programs

Parks and Recreation

RiverMarket

Golf

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatics

Center

Citizens

Mayor and Board of Directors

Boards and Commissions

Zoo

City of Little Rock Organizational Chart

by Fund Responsibilities

District Courts

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OVERVIEW

General Fund:

Little Rock citizens passed an additional one (1)-cent local sales tax in September

2011 that was effective on January 1, 2012. Faced with significant challenges with

stagnant revenue in many areas due to the lingering effects of the economic

downturn, and one of the lowest local tax rates in the State, citizens supported the

new tax initiative. The City held several public hearings in each Ward to discuss

priority needs associated with Public Safety, Public Works, Jobs and Economic

Development, Parks and Recreation, Zoo and Tourism, and other priorities,

including fleet replacement, information technology needs, pension funding, and

public transportation. The priority needs were divided between on-going operating

needs and capital needs. The five-eighths (5/8)-cent permanent increase in sales

tax for operations is reflected in the FY15 Adopted Budget. The three-eighths (3/8)-

cent sales tax for capital projects, which expires in ten (10) years (2021), is

discussed in detail in the capital section of the budget document. In addition, in a

special election held on September 11, 2012, Little Rock citizens approved the

issuance of capital improvement bonds not to exceed $105 million for street and

drainage improvements. Up to $73.5 million of the bonds are dedicated to street

improvements with the remaining $31.5 million available for drainage improvements

throughout the City. The bonds are secured by a three (3)-mill ad valorem tax on

taxable property located within the City of Little Rock. The City issued $58,105,000

in bonds on July 24, 2013. A second series of bonds will likely be issued in 2016 or

2017.

The General Fund 2015 Operating Budget includes several significant changes from

the original 2014 Operating Budget. The 2015 Budget and the 2014 Amended

Budget include transfers in from the 2012-2021 Capital Improvements Fund (3/8-

Cent Sales Tax) to fund the principal portion of debt service due on short-term notes

that were issued to accelerate key capital projects funded by the sales tax. The

transfer in for debt service was not included in the original 2014 Adopted Budget.

This adjustment represents $6,379,582 of the transfer in revenue and related debt

service expense in the 2015 Operating Budget and accounts for $5,155,851 of the

increase from the original 2014 Adopted Budget to the 2014 Amended Budget. Debt

service on the notes is included in the General Administrative Department of the

General Fund.

Sales Tax continues to be the leading revenue source for the City at approximately

50% of general fund revenues. The City’s sales tax is composed of a one and one-

eighth (1-1/8)-cent local tax on gross receipts, which includes the half (1/2)-cent

sales tax in effect since 1994, combined with the new five-eighths (5/8)-cent

operating sales tax effective January 1, 2012, as well as a per capita allocation of a

one (1)-cent County tax and State Turnback Funds. The three-eighths (3/8)-cent

sales tax for capital projects is not reflected in the operating budget; however, it is

reported in a separate capital projects fund. Revenue from the operating portion of

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the new sales tax is committed primarily to filling vacant Police Officer positions,

supporting the twelve (12) new Fire positions for the West Little Rock Fire Station

that opened in 2012, maintaining grant-funded positions in the Police and Fire

Departments and the addition of Code Enforcement Officers. Also included is

funding for neighborhood-based/community initiatives of $5.5 million, increased

funding for building maintenance, expanded park maintenance, Zoo deferred

maintenance, operations and staffing, annual fleet replacement, information

technology staffing and maintenance, and new transit routes. Many of the initiatives

supported by the new sales tax were implemented during 2012 and are maintained

in 2015. Changes to the Arkansas Sales and Use Tax Law known as the

“streamlined sales tax” took effect beginning January 1, 2008. Sales tax revenues

are distributed based on where the purchaser takes receipt or delivery of the product

or service. In addition, local tax caps on most single transactions are no longer

applicable when City and County Sales and Use Taxes are collected. The local tax

cap continues to apply to the first $2,500 per item on the sale of motor vehicles,

aircraft, watercraft, modular homes, manufactured homes, or mobile homes.

Businesses, schools, governments and charitable organizations are able to recover

the tax paid on single transactions over the previous cap amount through a rebate

program. The program allows such tax payers a period of up to six (6) months from

the date of the transaction in which to claim the rebate. The rebate period will

expand to twelve (12) months under recently enacted State legislation. State Statute

restricts the level of tax information available to municipalities which makes

forecasting sales and use tax revenues very difficult. Growth in sales tax receipts

compared to the same period a year ago were volatile throughout the year. Based

on growth experienced in the first ten (10) months of 2014, combined with an

anticipated reduction in the State sales turnback, the projected growth from the 2014

Amended Budget includes 0.55% for the City’s portion of County sales tax revenue,

1.12% for the City’s local sales tax, and a reduction of 15.2% in State turnback

revenue, or a blended growth rate of 0.50%. Based on the final actual sales tax

revenue for 2014, including strong results for December sales, the City will need to

experience growth of 0.25% to achieve the 2015 Budget of $96,684,815.

Franchise fees from local utilities comprise approximately 15% of general fund

revenues. Franchise fees from Entergy Corporation, the electric utility, decreased

approximately 3.43% in 2014 due to lower usage and the discontinuance of a rate

adjustment associated with the utility’s exit from a multi-state agreement in which it

had operated for decades to equalize rates among member states. Entergy

franchise fees are expected to increase by 3.9% in 2015, due to an announced rate

increase of 3.4% and a return to normal weather patterns. Storm recovery charges

passed on to customers and weather impact rates and usage. Franchise fees from

Centerpoint Entergy, the gas utility, increased approximately 10.6% in 2014 with an

increase in usage of approximately 6%. Revenues in 2015 from Centerpoint Entergy

are expected to increase approximately 1% from the Amended 2014 Budget.

Franchise fees from telecommunication companies and long-distance are expected

to decrease approximately 3-5% after several years of decline due to on-going

competition from wireless companies. There are no scheduled rate increases

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included in the 2015 Budget for Central Arkansas Water and Little Rock

Wastewater. Wastewater revenues increased approximately $300,000 in 2014 due

to a 7% rate increase, but are projected to be flat in 2015. Central Arkansas Water

announced proposed rate increases for wholesale customers who sell to private

utilities for the years 2016 and 2017. In addition, Little Rock Wastewater has rate

increases scheduled in 2016, 2018 and 2019 to comply with the terms of the Sierra

Club lawsuit to reduce sanitary sewer overflows in Little Rock.

Property Tax revenues account for approximately 14% of General Fund revenues.

Little Rock recently received its Original Charge for 2014 Property Taxes to be

collected in 2015. The Original Charge is approximately 3.4% over last year’s value

and represents the total amount assessed on real estate and personal property for

the previous year. The 2015 Budget reflects an increase in Property Tax revenues

of approximately 4% from the 2014 Budget. In addition, the 2015 Budget and the

2014 Amended Budget include separate 1-mill property tax levies dedicated for the

Police and Fire Pension Plans. I am pleased that overall property values in Little

Rock were maintained during the recent economic downturn and continue to

experience reasonable growth. The City has not experienced the decline in values

that were prevalent in other parts of the country.

City employees have demonstrated their dedication and professionalism by

providing quality service to the citizens of Little Rock. The General Fund Budget

supports 1,683 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions, a net increase of fourteen (14)

FTEs compared to 2014 staffing levels. Staffing includes twenty-seven (27) Police

positions previously funded by a grant award under the American Recovery and

Reinvestment Act COPS Program and eighteen (18) Fire fighters previously funded

by a SAFER grant. In addition, special projects and grant awards support forty-one

(41) employees. However, approximately 100 of the budgeted General Fund

positions were vacant during 2014. This represents a significant improvement over

the 152 budgeted General Fund positions that were kept vacant in 2011. With the

passage of the new sales tax, positions were filled and new positions have been

added, particularly in the areas of Public Safety and Parks and Recreation. The

2015 Operating Budget expenditures include $139,939,883 in personnel cost, net

of an anticipated $6 million in savings from authorized but vacant positions. The

2015 Budget does not include salary increases. One-time lump sum bonuses for

full-time employees will be awarded based on salary ranges, providing the greatest

benefit to employees with the lowest salaries. Employees with a salary of $40,000

or below will receive a bonus of $1,000. Employees with a salary from $40,001 to

$60,000 will receive a $750 bonus. Finally, employees with a salary of $60,001 or

greater will receive a $500 bonus. Non-uniform employees currently on probation

will receive the bonus after successful completion of their six (6)-month probationary

period, and probationary uniform employees will receive their bonus after successful

completion of their respective recruit school. The City Manager, the Assistant City

Manager, and Department Directors were excluded from the bonus program. In

addition, Police and Fire personnel covered by labor agreements will receive

scheduled step and grade increases. The bonuses will be partially funded by the

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carryover of $550,000 in funds from the 2014 contingency allocation. Negotiations

with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

(AFSCME), the International Association of Fire Fighters and the Fraternal Order of

Police were ongoing at year-end. In July 2015, revenue and expenditure trends will

be reevaluated to determine if salary adjustments are possible. Health insurance

costs will decrease approximately 11%, due to change in insurance programs. The

City will join the Municipal League Health plan in 2015. Employee contributions for

dependent coverage will decrease by approximately $1,000 per year. In addition,

the budget includes health insurance coverage for designated part-time employees

in accordance with requirements of the Affordable Care Act. Benefit changes

approved by the State Legislature increased pension costs for Fire and Police

uniformed personnel. Pension costs increased from 19.58% to 20.58% of payroll

for uniformed Fire personnel and from 16.23% to 17.23% of payroll for uniformed

Police personnel. In addition, the City merged administration of the closed local

Police Pension Fund with the LOPFI Plan which will require an additional

contribution of 9.23% of payroll for uniformed Police personnel. However, the

additional contribution will not result in any additional cost to the City. The dedicated

1-mill property tax levy, annual City sales tax contribution of $500,000, and other

dedicated fines and fees are expected to fund the 9.23% contribution. The City

implemented a new Defined Benefit Pension Plan for non-uniform personnel on

January 1, 2014. The plan resulted from a yearlong review of options to improve

the retirement plan for non-uniform employees. There will be no change in 2015 to

the City contribution of 9% of salary to the plan, matched by employee contributions

of 4.5%. Pension costs for Court Clerks decreased slightly from 14.88% to 14.76%.

Vacant positions are budgeted at the mid-range salary for the position’s grade,

providing some budget flexibility in the recruiting process. Overall, with the changes

in salary, employee bonuses, benefits and the increased number of filled positions,

the 2015 Budget for personnel cost will increase approximately 2% from the 2014

Budget.

Fleet and fuel costs are projected to increase approximately $153,000 in 2015. The

2015 Fuel Budget is based on estimated unleaded and diesel fuel per gallon prices

averaging $3.25. The cost per gallon of fuel has decreased with the utilization of

new fuel blends. In addition, the City opened a new Compressed Natural Gas

Station (CNG) in 2014 and is converting some vehicles to CNG. While the fuel cost

per gallon has decreased, the number of deployed vehicles has increased with

additional staffing in Police and Code Enforcement. The budget for fleet parts

increased due to the aging fleet; however, as the annual fleet replacement schedule

is resumed with the passage of the sales tax, repair and maintenance cost will be

reduced.

The City issued a $5.9 million short-term financing note in 2014 to accelerate public

safety projects associated with the three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax for capital

projects. Short-term financing notes are authorized under Amendment No. 78 to

the Arkansas Constitution for the acquisition, construction and installation of real

and tangible personal property having an expected useful life of more than one (1)-

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year. The notes are repaid over a period of five (5) years from general revenues.

The principal portion of the new note will be funded by a transfer to the General

Fund from the proceeds of the three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax for capital projects.

Principal and interest payments are included in the General Fund Budget. Debt

service payments will increase by approximately $1,235,500 in 2015 due to the

addition of the 2014 note.

Funding of the Pulaski County Jail was continued in order to provide space for

prisoners in accordance with the City’s primary focus on Public Safety. In addition,

an extra allocation is available from a $20 local jail fine to contribute toward

operations for expanded Pulaski County Jail space. Combined, the funding for the

jail will increase by 5% to $1,854,576.

A Homeless Services Task Force was established in 2006 to end chronic

homelessness within our community. The City of North Little Rock has partnered

with Little Rock to financially fund the Jericho Way Day Resource Center. The

services provided to homeless individuals and families are focused on finding

housing, job referral, and case management services, medical, dental and

psychiatric assistance. In addition, both municipalities are working with the various

support groups in Central Arkansas as part of the on-going process to address the

needs of homeless individuals and families.

The City is appropriating approximately $5.5 million for Children, Youth and Family

Programs, including youth employment, skills center funding, and re-entry

programming in 2015 as part of City’s emphasis to foster and enhance youth and

community development. City Staff will continue to work with community groups,

neighborhood associations, the faith-based community and other groups to ensure

resources are targeted appropriately. In addition, the City implemented an in-house

pilot program to train and utilize disadvantaged persons for the construction and

maintenance of sidewalks in conjunction with the skills center and re-entry

programming. The program was extremely successful and will be continued in

2015. In addition, the City has expanded the program to include additional entry-

level positions available in other City Departments. Community Programs Staff is

issuing a request for qualifications in 2015 for development of a Youth Master Plan.

The 2015 Budget includes a contingency allocation of $1 million or .51% of General

Fund revenues. The City of Little Rock’s Management Team will continue to manage

the City in a sound and fiscally prudent manner while striving to deliver the quality

and level of service that the citizens of Little Rock expect with available resources.

2014 Accomplishments

Little Rock Police Department: The City hired Kenton Buckner as Chief of Police

replacing Stuart Thomas. Construction was completed on the 12

Street Station

with initial occupancy in July 2014 and complete occupancy scheduled for April

2015. An upgrade to the 311 System was commenced in late 2014, which will allow

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citizens to request City services utilizing mobile technology which will greatly

increase service delivery to the citizens of Little Rock. A total of 105,281 requests

for City services were made utilizing the 311 System. A Recruit School began on

June 25, 2014, with a scheduled graduation on February 6, 2015, with nineteen (19)

recruits.

Little Rock Fire Department: The Little Rock Fire Department continued to provide

quality services, responding to more than 28,474 fire and emergency calls during

2014. During the year, the Department developed a “Battalion Chief’s Academy”,

completed a Correlation Development Task Book and implemented a web-based

training program to enhance in-service training capabilities. No fire deaths were

recorded during 2014 in the City of Little Rock due in part to the expanded

community outreach programs and the intensified efforts of the department’s

Prevention and Community Outreach Division. Other divisions within the

Department attained significant goals and instituted numerous staff training during

the year including participation in an Active-Shooter tabletop with the Little Rock

Police Department and Metropolitan Emergency Medical Service (MEMS) and

developed a “Pumping Manual” for the department. The Aircraft Rescue and

Firefighting unit (ARFF) completed the FAA Safety Inspection with zero

discrepancies. The Training Division provided 1,391 training instructor hours

equating to 11,592 hours of student participation in training classes. Classes offered

included EMT refresher classes for 415 firefighters, driver training, inflatable boat

and swiftwater technical training along with numerous other classes, in addition to

conducting a twenty (20)-week Recruit School. The Department continues to move

forward with the accreditation process through the Center for Public Safety

Excellence.

Public Works: In 2014, Public Works Operations Staff responded to 7,798

requests via the 311 service request system and swept 24,996 curb-miles of

streets. In addition, staff administered a successful Sidewalk Program, utilizing

disadvantaged citizens re-entering the workforce. Civil Engineering oversaw the

second year of a three (3)-year cycle of Capital Sales Tax and 2013 Capital Bond

Issuance projects.

Fleet Services: The City of Little Rock Fleet Services Department once again

achieved national recognition as being among the 100 Best Fleets of North America.

In addition, Fleet Services opened a fully-operational Compressed Natural Gas

fueling station in April 2014.

Finance: The Finance Department obtained the Government Finance Officers

Association (GFOA) Certification of Recognition for the 2014 Budget Presentation

and the GFOA Certificate for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2013

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The Grants Division provided assistance

to other Departments, component units, non-profit organizations, and neighborhood

organizations of the City in training, writing, obtaining, monitoring and reporting on

grant awards. In addition, the Department provided quarterly reporting to the Little

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Rock Citizens Evaluation of New Tax (LRCent) Committee on the status of the new

local sales tax and on progress toward completion of capital projects authorized

under the three-eighths (3/8)-cent portion of the tax. In 2014, the Finance

Department facilitated the issuance of a $5.9 million short-term note to fund the final

phase of the 12

Street Station, purchase six (6) Fire Trucks, and fund Information

Technology improvements.

Information Technology: The Information Technology Department assisted the

Police Department with the upgrading of the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD);

completed the implementation of the Active-Active Data Center project; and

assisted the Police Department with all of the technology needs for the 12

Street

Station.

Human Resources: The Human Resources Department conducted a Training

Needs Assessment to determine areas to concentrate on in 2015. In addition, the

Department researched and modified different onboarding processes to improve the

new employee, new hire experience. The Department embarked on a major

independent contractor compliance processes across the city, including providing

training to City employees. Human Resources coordinated the annual flu vaccine

and information program and conducted extensive training on revised policies and

procedures.

Parks & Recreation: In 2014, Little Rock Parks and Recreation dedicated and

opened the Natural Steps Athletic Complex which provides three (3) fields for soccer

and two (2) fields for Lacrosse play. In addition, the Department celebrated the

groundbreaking for the $6 million West Central Community Center, located at the

intersection of John Barrow and Colonel Glen Roads. When completed, the center

will be a 22,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility. In addition, the Department

dedicated the newest pedestrian/bike trail in the City’s parks system located at War

Memorial Park. The nearly one (1)-mile trail loop runs parallel to the east side of

Coleman Creek. The Little Rock Marathon had another successful race that saw

an increase in both registrations and revenue. Parks were maintained at a Class

“B” level, which indicates that each park is mowed one (1) time every ten (10) work

days. In 2014, the Department’s “Lights on After School” initiative was again

successful, in that it continues to promote the critical importance of quality

afterschool programs in the lives of children, their families and the community.

Finally, a detailed inspection of every playground within the parks system was

conducted.

Planning & Development: The Planning and Development Department, with the

Planning Commission and the Board of Directors, coordinated the review and

adoption of several Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Amendments. Review of the

City’s future Land Use Plan for two (2) areas was completed and amendments were

approved by the Planning Commission and Board of Directors. The 2012 Arkansas

Fire Prevention Code, Volumes I, II Building and III Residential went into effect

January 1, 2014. The 2014 Arkansas Energy Code and the 2014 National Electrical

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Code were adopted. The Board of Directors approved an ordinance adopting a

Design Overlay District for the John Barrow Road Corridor.

Little Rock Zoo: The Little Rock Zoo enjoyed a successful year in 2014. A capital

upgrade to the chimpanzee exhibit was completed allowing for a new water feature

and new climbing structures for the chimps that is also visually appealing for the

guest. New shade structures were installed over both great ape visitor viewing

areas. New animal identification graphics were installed throughout the Zoo. Baby

capybaras, two (2) maned wolf pups, and two (2) penguin chicks were hatched

contributing to the conservation of important animal species. A new miniature train

ride, the Diamond Express, was donated to the Zoo by the Arkansas Zoological

Foundation and began operation in June. In addition, the Zoo acquired a new zebra

and new camels.

Housing & Neighborhood Programs: The Housing and Neighborhood Programs

Department filled five (5) Code Officer positions during the 2014 year to complete

the number of additional Officers proposed to be hired as part of the LR Cent Sales

Tax Program. In addition, the Department implemented new code enforcement

software that is currently being utilized to improve the effectiveness and efficiency

of the Codes Division. Code Enforcement increased the number of Contract Teams

from two (2) to four (4) teams to be more efficient in debris removal, cutting and

cleaning of vacant properties. The Department implemented a quarterly newsletter

that is distributed to elected officials, neighborhood associations, and other

interested parties. At the Little Rock Animal Village, a donation of $100,000 was

received to assist in the construction of a Quarantine Area.

Community Programs: In 2014, the Community Programs Department fully

implemented new technology software to monitor Prevention, Intervention, and

Treatment Program performance and participation in all funded programs. A

Tobacco Youth Council comprised of fourteen (14) students from across the City

was established, completed orientation, and has begun discussions regarding

tobacco issues affecting children, youth, and families. In collaboration with the Little

Rock School District, implementation of the Evening Career Center, a skills training

pilot project for eighteen (18) to twenty-four (24)-year olds, resulted in the

completion of two (2) successful training cycles. In addition, the Department

continues to expand the Re-Entry Employment Readiness Training Program

throughout all City Departments with a focus on career areas that will assist those

returning from a correctional facility to develop a skill that will lead to full-time,

permanent employment.

Vehicle Storage Facility: The City of Little Vehicle Storage Facility partnered with

the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau to provide taxicab driver training.

Training was completed in April 2014. Staff from the Vehicle Storage Facility

attended the International Association for Transportation Regulators (ATR)

conference. A back-up generator was purchased in 2013 and installed in 2014 for

power outages.

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Budget Polices and the Budget Process: The General Fund goal was to set aside

the greater of $10,000,000, or 10%, of General Fund revenues in the Restricted

Reserve on or before December 31, 2005; however, due to economic conditions in

the past few years, the City has been unable to meet this goal. The restricted

reserve is currently $9,418,000. The 2015 Budget includes a contingency allocation

of an additional $1 million. Following the completion of the 2014 audit, the City’s

management team will determine the amount of funds available to increase the

reserve, with the intent of gradually increasing the Restricted Reserve to achieve

10% of General Fund revenues in the next few years.

2015 Goals

 In coordination with the Mayor and City Board, staff will have a major focus

on completion of projects funded by the new sales tax. Staff will constantly

track, monitor, and report on capital projects funded by the sales tax and will

maintain a detailed tracking system on the City’s web site,

www.littlerock.org.

 Continue quarterly review meetings with the Little Rock Citizen Evaluation

of New Tax (LRCent) Committee to review expenditures and progress

toward initiatives supported by the new one (1)-cent sales tax. These

meetings will provide an additional layer of accountability and transparency

to tax payers.

 Continue to implement the street and drainage sales tax plan for the 2013 -

2015 infrastructure improvement cycle established per the Ward community

meetings.

 Complete the Ward community meetings for the second three (3)-year cycle

of street and drainage sales tax projects for 2016-2018.

 Continue progress on street and drainage improvement projects funded by

the 2013 Capital Improvement Bonds.

 Complete construction and open the West Central Community Center.

 Update the Parks Master Plan.

 Provide $5.5 million in funding for Children, Youth, and Family Programs,

including youth employment, skills center funding, and reentry

programming, to continue the program to train and employ disadvantaged

persons for construction and maintenance of sidewalks, and to expand the

program to include other entry level positions in other City Departments.

 Development of a Youth Master Plan.

 Continue the City’s focus on economic development and sustainability.

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Economic Outlook

The primary challenge facing the City of Little Rock remains providing a full

complement of services that satisfy the needs of citizens in the midst of an uncertain,

but stabilizing, economic climate.

The latest comparative figures for the City of Little Rock show unemployment at

5.9%, compared with a U.S. average of 6.2%, according to data from the United

Stated Department of Labor, seasonally adjusted for local figures by Metroplan. Per

Metroplan, the United States economy is gaining strength, the prospect for Central

Arkansas is steady; however, local growth has lagged the U.S average during the

four (4)-year period from 2011-2014. According to Metroplan, the City of Little Rock

had approximately 6,300 unemployed residents as of December, 2012. This

number had decreased to about 4,700 unemployed residents by December, 2014,

representing a decline of 25% in two (2) years. Little Rock remains a vital

employment center, accounting for approximately 53% of all jobs, by place of work,

in the Little Rock-North Little Rock metropolitan areas. A large component of the

City’s workforce is in the areas of health care, education and public administration.

These sectors are less vulnerable to national employment trends.

The Metroplan economic report for early 2015 states that figures from the Arkansas

Department of Finance and Administration demonstrate that Little Rock’s retail sales

are diverse, spread across many sectors. The top three (3) sectors include “other

general merchandise stores, full-service restaurants, and grocery stores,

accounting for approximately 26% of all retail sales. However; at the same time,

U.S. Internet sales continued rapid growth accounting for 6.6% of all retail sales.

Internet sales have an advantage over local retailers in Arkansas and other states

that are unable to collect Sales and Use Tax on online sales. The City is supportive

of the Market Place Fairness Act before Congress, which would enable

municipalities to collect sales tax from retailers that do not have a physical presence

in the State. With sales tax as the primary revenue source for the City of Little Rock,

this legislation is critical to retaining the resources required to sustain local services.

While State Law requires that citizens prepare use tax returns for such purchases,

this method is very ineffective.

The regional housing market has seen less growth than the U.S. average over the

last several years; however, Little Rock has fared better than the regional average.

Single-family housing permits began to rebound during 2012, moving to an average

of thirty (30) monthly; the highest level since 2008, and were nearing an average of

forty (40) units per month by the end of 2014. Multi-family housing construction has

increased in relation to single-family permits, growing from a 32% share of new

housing units to 57% of new housing units in 2014. On August 1, 2013, Moses

Tucker Real Estate announced plans to redevelop the old Arkla Gas Building in

Downtown Little Rock, converting it into upscale apartments by spring 2015. The

$13 million project will be called MacArthur Commons and will include eighty-four

(84) units at the corner of East Capitol and River Market Avenues. In addition, a

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new complex is coming to the South Main District in Downtown Little Rock. The

South Village Apartments at Quapaw at 1301 Louisiana Street will feature sixteen

(16), one (1) and two (2)-bedroom apartments. The $2 million project will provide

additional living units in downtown while retaining the historic architectural integrity

of the area.

Commercial property construction continues to show strong growth. One of the

most exciting developments is the new Bass Pro Shop that opened in Little Rock on

November 13, 2013. The 120,000 square-foot location is at Little Rock’s Gateway

Town Center, a 169-acre project at the northwest corner of Interstates 30 and 430

in Southwest Little Rock. In addition, construction began on an outlet mall at the

same location with approximately seventy-five (75) retail stores, bringing

approximately 1,000 jobs to the area. Outlet shopping centers are unique and

traditionally become destinations and magnets for retail activity. The grand opening

is anticipated in October 2015. Recently, Arkansas Business reported that a thirty-

three (33)-acre piece of the Gateway Town Center development is poised to add

additional commercial construction in 2015. The Gateway’s Grove Project is

envisioned to become an entertainment district with hotels, restaurants and other

attractions.

In July 2014, the Robinson Center Music Hall in Downtown Little Rock was

temporarily closed for a $68 million renovation project. The building will increase

from 133,500 square-feet to 138,000 square-feet. The overhaul includes restoring

the exterior, re-working audience entrances, improving performance hall acoustics

and seating, upgrading the loading area and building a new conference center and

grand hall on the north side of the performance hall. The upgrades are expected to

be completed by 2016.

In September, Dassault Falcon Jet broke ground on a $60 million expansion of its

private jet finishing plant at the Little Rock airport. The expansion will retain 400

positions in Little Rock. The expansion will add 250,000 square-feet to Dassault’s

site and bring the plant’s total area to 1.25 million square-feet.

In November 2014, Entergy Corporation broke ground on a new $23 million center

in Little Rock. The 25,000 square-foot building will be a transmission operations

center in Southwest Little Rock, located at 13019 Vimy Ridge Road.

In December 2014, Arkansas Business reported a 311,684 square-foot FedEx

Corporation Distribution Center to be located in Southwest Little Rock. The $24.9

million project is forecast to take a year and will involve a new street, Industry

Parkway, which will link with Alexander Road.

The City’s long-term outlook remains bright; most indicators continue showing

competitive advantages in the local metropolitan area. Job losses in some sectors

have been balanced, even in recession, by gains in areas with future potential. As

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indicated above, economic projects are in development in all areas of the City –

from Downtown, to Midtown, Southwest Little Rock and West Little Rock.

Little Rock’s strong business environment and quality of life have been recognized

by several national publications. In July 2013, Little Rock was named “#1 of

America’s 10 Great Places to Live” by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. The rankings

place an emphasis on small and mid-size cities, considering metro areas with a

population of one million or less that have good jobs, reasonably priced homes,

decent schools and access to great health care. Little Rock is very proud of this

ranking.

In January 2014, Arkansas Business reported that the University of Arkansas Fay

Jones School of Architecture and Marlon Blackwell Architect of Fayetteville won a

2014 Honor Award from the American Institute of Architects for the Little Rock Main

Street Creative Corridor Plan. The plan will retrofit a four (4)-block area of Main

Street by utilizing economic development focused on cultural arts rather than a

traditional retail base. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, Ballet Arkansas and the

Arkansas Repertory Theatre plan to occupy rehearsal and creative space in the

corridor.

In June 2014, Arkansas Business reported that the American Council for an Energy-

Efficient Economy will bring its 2015 National Conference on Energy Efficiency as

a Resource to the Statehouse Convention Center in September 2015. The biennial

event, which the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) calls one

of the premier conferences on the role of energy efficiency as a utility system

resource, was first held in 2001 and will be making its first trip to Arkansas.

In addition, Little Rock was recently listed as No. 3 Best State Capital by USA Today

Readers; Choice 10 Best. The article had this to say about Little Rock, “A downtown

renaissance has transformed Little Rock into a city with culture, cuisine and

abundant outdoor activities. Visitors can rent a bike and pedal the sixteen (16)-mile

loop along the Arkansas River Trail, visit the Clinton Presidential Center and the

Little Rock Central National Historic Site, a National Park Service unit that interprets

the crucial role played by the school in the civil rights struggle.” The article may be

found at (http://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-travel-worthy-state-capital/)

The City will continue to identify economic development opportunities that result in

the expansion, retention or start-up of businesses that create jobs and generate

sales tax, property tax or other forms of revenue for the City. $38,000,000, or 19.4%,

of the revenue anticipated from the three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax for capital

projects is dedicated to jobs and economic development over the next seven (7)

years. The funds will be utilized for port expansion, development of a research park,

and job recruitment and economic development infrastructure.

Closing: This budget is the financial and operating plan for the City of Little Rock

for 2015. The appropriations included provide for quality municipal services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

OVERALL CITY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

On February 28, 2003, and March 1, 2003, the Mayor and Board of Directors met

in two retreat sessions to develop a strategic policy plan structured around the

goals and objectives of each Board member. After a brainstorming session to

determine the needs of the community the Board of Directors divided their

priorities into two categories: What Must we do? And What Should we do? The

Board assigned city staff the task of developing a mission statement, for their

approval, that would bring together the themes of each policy area. The mission

statement and the Board of Director’s policy statements for each strategic policy

area have remained consistent since that time and are outlined below:

Mission Statement

Little Rock’s vision is to be a leading city of the 21

Century by providing a safe

and supportive environment that empowers its citizens, neighbors and

businesses to develop and prosper.

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Policy Statement for a Safe City

It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to protect the rights of the people, ensure

public order, and provide public safety through efficient delivery of services in

addition to requiring the highest level of professional standards.

This shall be accomplished by:

 Providing protection through the enforcement of municipal laws

 Providing protection from loss or damage of property

 Safeguarding individual liberties and implementing community

partnerships to foster cooperation and shared resources from other public

and private agencies

 Maintaining and improving community livability through partnerships with

diverse communities by proactively addressing public safety concerns,

which enhance the quality of life for all

 Supporting programs that address the issues of children, youth and

families

 Striving to ensure the availability and access of adequate, safe and

affordable housing

 Striving to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety

 Providing disaster assistance in natural and man-made emergencies

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 Providing optimum service levels to the public as cost effectively as

possible to maintain a safe, healthy community

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Policy Statement for Economic Development

It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to support the local/regional economy and

to provide opportunities to retain, form and attract new business.

To accomplish this policy, the City shall:

 Support and promote industry and leverage key resources and assets to

attract business interests that offer high-skill/high-wage opportunities for

citizens

 Build on the momentum created by public and private investment and

recognize that these efforts promote economic growth for all of Central

Arkansas

 Actively develop programs to support small, minority-owned and women-

owned businesses in recognition of the important role of these enterprises

in the creation of jobs and economic opportunities

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Policy Statement for Basic City Services

It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to ensure citizens receive quality basic

services, and to provide a viable system that enables its employees to give the

most efficient and effective support possible.

The services provided to the citizenry will include:

 A comprehensive operational and administrative support system

 The collection of solid waste

 An efficient drainage and wastewater system

 The provision of a clean, healthy water supply

 A coordinated and efficient public transit system

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Policy Statement for Infrastructure

It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to maintain and improve a comprehensive

infrastructure system that meets the changing needs of the community while

protecting the integrity of the environment.

A comprehensive infrastructure system includes:

 Drainage systems

 Information technology systems

 Public buildings

 Solid waste facilities

 Streetlights

 Streets

 Traffic signals

 Wastewater facilities

 Water systems

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Policy Statement for Quality of Life

It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to join with community partners to ensure

access to vital and varied recreational, creative and educational experiences.

This will be accomplished to:

 Strengthen the fabric of daily living experiences for residents and visitors

alike

 Capitalize on Little Rock’s rich natural and cultural resources

 Take advantage of the diversity of Little Rock’s citizenry

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Statement of Management Policy

Each year the City Manager develops a Statement of Management Policy to

provide guidance and establish specific parameters for departments to follow

when developing their annual budgets. The Statement of Management Policy is

comprised of common themes from the Board of Directors overall goals and

objectives. It is the City Manager’s responsibility, working in conjunction with

Department Directors, to develop the annual budget around these policy areas in

order to promote efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of services to the

public.

The 2015 Statement of Management Policy includes these key principles:

Public Safety

Strive to improve public safety through the use of information, education and

community based enforcement strategies to encourage cooperation with and

participation in City safety services. Utilize technology and innovative methods

and techniques in order to produce a safe environment for the Citizens of Little

Rock.

Economic Development

Continue partnerships with private and public agencies in the recruitment of new

business. Pursue innovative approaches to retain existing businesses and

promote the creation of small businesses in the City of Little Rock.

Infrastructure

Focus on the installation and maintenance of streets, drainage, sidewalks, traffic

signals and other capital needs in the City of Little Rock.

Quality of Life

Focus on improving active, passive and leisure activities for citizens and visitors.

Financial Reporting

Continue to provide accurate and timely information on the status of the City’s

financial picture to the Board of Directors and the public. Continue to pursue

innovative techniques to gather and report financial data.

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The Budget Process

City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

THE BUDGET PROCESS

The City’s annual budget is the result of a thorough, public process. The budget

projects all receipts and disbursements, the level of governmental services to be

provided, and the method of distributing cost and services to the various

segments of the community. The budget process includes an evaluation of

community needs and reflects priorities established by the Mayor, the Board of

Directors, and the City Manager. This document serves to inform citizens and

other interested parties of the City’s service plans and overall financial condition.

The Management Team had financial planning work sessions to facilitate budget

and capital project planning. The work sessions focused on revenue outlook,

trends, revenue issues, priority expenditures, expenditure issues, capital projects

and debt for capital projects.

The financial guidelines and policies that serve as the framework for the financial

operation of City government and the basis for budget development are

contained in the financial section of the budget document.

The budget process begins with the City Manager’s assessment of the goals and

initiatives of the Mayor and the Board of Directors. A budget package prepared

by the Finance Department is then distributed to the Department Heads. The

package includes general guidelines from the City Manager with budget reports

that include initial revenue projections, prior year expenditures, current year

budgeted and actual year-to-date expenditures for all operating accounts, a

listing of capital projects, and a budget preparation calendar. The Internal

Services Fund provides projected vehicle maintenance, labor and fuel charges to

each user Department. Budget staff provides training sessions on the budget

process and budget monitoring throughout the year as needed. Departments

submit their expenditure requests to the Finance Department for an initial review.

The City Manager conducts internal budget hearings with each Department to

review goals, projected revenues and expenditures, desired program initiatives,

and capital needs. Budget requests are modified based on the results of the

internal hearings. The Finance Department compiles all of the requests and

recommends any additional modifications necessary in order for the City

Manager to present a balanced budget recommendation to the Mayor for review.

The City Manager reviews program funding recommendations with the Mayor

and discusses associated revenue and expenditure assumptions in detail. The

Mayor and City Manager make modifications to reflect any additional priorities.

The Mayor and City Manager then conduct a budget workshop with the Board of

Directors.

The Capital Budget is usually prepared to present the capital expenditures

planned for each of the next five (5) fiscal years. In 2011, citizens passed a

three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax for capital projects that went into effect on

January 1, 2012. The sales tax is a temporary tax with a ten (10) year sunset,

2021. Planned capital expenditures from the sales tax are discussed in detail in

the capital section of the budget document. In addition, capital needs funded by

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grants or bond issues were considered. The total costs of each project and the

sources of funding required to finance each project are estimated. The FY15

capital requests are considered separately by fund.

The Mayor and City Manager conduct public hearings to obtain input from

citizens. The City utilizes a program-based budget approach for the funds under

the direction of the City Manager.

Approved departmental expenditures are categorized by organizational service

delivery unit, and then presented as costs associated with specific service

programs. This approach allows citizens and their elected representatives to

evaluate the costs of various services, to relate those costs to units of service

delivered, and to set service priorities.

The adopted budget ordinance provides for budgetary control at an

organizational level. Budgets cannot be exceeded without the approval of the

Mayor and Board of Directors.

City Management monitors achievement of program service objectives as

follows:

 In regular meetings with department directors by the City Manager and his

staff;

 In quarterly reports to the City Manager by department directors;

 Through management information system reporting;

 Through regular public presentations to the Mayor and Board of Directors;

and

 Through meetings with neighborhood organizations and other citizen groups.

Employees are evaluated annually in relation to the performance of designated

services.

Following adoption of the budget, revenue and expenditure budget accounts are

established based on the organizational structure of the City’s financial system.

Monthly and quarterly reports of revenues, expenses and remaining balances are

prepared for the Mayor, Board of Directors and City management. The

availability of budgeted funds is verified before a purchase order is issued, which

then encumbers the budget account.

 The 2015 Budget

The 2015 Basic Budget reflects estimated costs for those programs which

were approved or received funding.

 Goals

Goals are clear statements of a department’s mission, or purpose. Goals

pinpoint the reasons for the department’s existence and establish the

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department’s direction and responsibility(s). Each department’s objectives

are linked to the dollar figure budget needed to achieve the goal.

 Objectives

Objectives are the specific functions, which must be performed in order for

a program to satisfy or fulfill a particular goal.

Objectives are typically expressed in measurable terms so that a

program’s level of accomplishment or performance can be evaluated at

the end of the fiscal year.

The calendar for developing the 2015 budget follows:

August 5 Finance sends letters to Outside Agencies for 2015

funding requests. (Response deadline September

August 15

ffordable Care Act look back period ends.

Finance reviews final part-time report to determine

which employees will have an additional health care

benefit in 2015

August 22 Departments review special project balances.

Finance Department sends out Personnel Model for

verification.

August 29 Departments submit revenue estimates, proposed

rate adjustments and new fee recommendations

and dedicated grant match requests to Finance,

September 5 Departments complete review of 2015 Personnel

Model with necessary changes reported to HR and

Budget Office.

September 8 - 12 City Manager reviews Outside Agency Requests.

HR provides 2015 new benefit rates to Finance.

September 19 2015 Budget instructions, departmental budgets

and Personnel Model distributed. Assist

departments with budget process.

September 26 Fleet Services submits 2015 budget to Finance and

departments.

October 3 Departments submit 2015 operating and capital

budget requests to Finance. Community Programs

submits CYF/PIT recommendation to City Manager.

October 6 – 10 Finance verifies budget requests. Finance updates

financial trends, revenue forecast, and reviews new

revenue options.

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October 10 – 20 City Manager reviews departmental budget

requests and CYF/PIT recommendation. Budget

meetings held with departments.

October 14 Board of Directors considers policy issues and

revenue projections.

October 21 Board adopts 2015 mill levy Ordinance.

November Budget preparation continues. Meetings held with

Mayor to discuss preliminary budget.

Nov. – Dec. Union Negotiations

December 2 Draft Budget distributed to Board of Directors.

Board Budget Workshop held.

December New Health Plan considered. Public Budget

Information Meetings held.

December 16 Board of Directors adopts 2015 Budget Ordinance,

utility franchise Ordinances, and revenue rate

adjustments if applicable.

December 19 Finance submits 2015 Budget Document data

request to departments.

AMENDING THE BUDGET

During the fiscal year, adjustments may be required to refine the original adopted

budget. The approved budget may be amended as required in accordance with

the following protocol:

 Revenues are reviewed monthly and quarterly and the projections are

adjusted if warranted.

 Adjustments to transfer approved expenditure budgets from one organization

to another may be approved by the City Manager if less than $50,000.

Transfers in excess of $50,000 must be submitted to the Mayor and Board of

Directors for approval.

 Requests for new appropriations may be submitted by the City Manager or at

the direction of the Mayor or Board of Directors and require authorization by

Board Ordinance.

Funds Controlled by the City Governing Body

The Funds controlled are:

 General;

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 Special Revenue;

 Capital;

 Proprietary;

 Fiduciary; and

 Debt Service.

The City’s financial policies are included in the Financial Structure section.

BUDGET POLICIES

The City has developed and utilized budget policies that are designed to

accomplish specific objectives and enhance the budget process. These policies

include:

 The 2015 budget does not include salary increases. One-time lump sum

bonuses for full-time employees will be awarded based on salary ranges,

providing the greatest benefit to employees with the lowest salaries.

Employees with a salary of $40,000 or below will receive a bonus of $1,000.

Employees with a salary from $40,001 to $60,000 will receive a $750 bonus.

Finally, employees with a salary of $60,001 or greater will receive a $500

bonus. Non-uniform employees currently on probation will receive the bonus

after successful completion of their six (6) month probationary period, and

probationary uniform employees will receive their bonus after successful

completion of their respective recruit school. The City Manager, the Assistant

City Manager, and Department Heads were excluded from the bonus

program.

 The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

(AFSCME), the International Association of Fire Fighters and the Fraternal

Order of Police positions will participate in the bonus program. In addition,

step and grade increases are budgeted in accordance with union

agreements. All three (3) union agreements were open for negotiation in

2014. Negotiations were on-going at year-end.

 In July of 2015, revenues trends will be reevaluated to determine if salary

increases are possible.

 Positions that are vacant at the time the budget is adopted are budgeted at

the mid-range salary based on grade, providing some budget flexibility in the

recruiting process. In addition, an estimated annual savings generated from

vacant positions is included in the budget as a reduction to personnel cost.

As vacancies occur, the savings is utilized to reduce personnel budget

allocations by department.

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 The City utilized the in-house payroll system to aid in the development of the

budget for the bonus and benefit costs for 2015. Salary changes are

budgeted for each employee group to occur at the required time, such as on

the employee’s anniversary date or at the first of the year.

 The Fleet Services Internal Service Fund develops an expenditure budget for

vehicle maintenance and fuel which is allocated to departments based on the

number of assigned vehicles, service history, and prior fuel utilization. These

allocations are not subject to change by the user departments.

 Departments are given specific budget parameters by the Mayor and City

Manager. Departments are not allowed to alter calculated personnel cost or

Internal Service Fund budget allocations, and are instructed not to make

funding requests for new programs without the approval of the City Manager.

For 2015, departments were authorized to implement priority needs and

specific new positions supported by the new sales tax, which became

effective in 2012, and to fill key vacant positions.

These policies are designed to ensure that operating departments have sufficient

funds available to support programs and services, and to mitigate the need for

budget reductions during the course of the fiscal year.

OTHER BUDGET PROCEDURES

The preceding budget procedures apply to the development of the budget for the

General Government operating funds, and the Proprietary, Special Projects and

Capital funds. These funds are under the direct guidance of the City Manager.

Special Revenue funds’ budgets are developed internally by staff. The

Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership

Program budgets are developed in accordance with specific federal guidelines,

including obtaining required citizen input, and are then presented to the Mayor

and Board of Directors for final approval.

Component Units develop separate budgets for approval by their respective

governing board or commission. These budgets do not require submission to the

Mayor and Board of Directors for approval. The Fiduciary retirement funds do

not prepare formal budgets, but the associated boards of trustees regularly

monitor the income and expenditures of the funds.

Annual budgets are adopted on a basis consistent with accounting principles

generally accepted in the United States of America. Governmental funds are

reported using the current financial resources measurement focus and the

modified accrual basis of accounting.

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The basis of budgeting and the basis of accounting used in the City’s audited

financial statements are the same. Appropriations lapse at the end of the each

year. With this measurement focus, only current assets and liabilities are

generally included on the balance sheet. The statement of net assets presents

increases (revenues and other financing sources) and decreases (expenditures

and other financing uses) in spendable resources. General capital asset

acquisitions are reported as expenditures and proceeds of general long-term

debt are reported as other financing sources. Under the modified accrual basis

of accounting, revenues are recognized when both measurable and available.

The City considers revenues reported in the governmental funds to be available if

they are collectible within sixty days after year-end. Principal revenue sources

considered susceptible to accrual include taxes, federal funds, local funds and

investment earnings. Other revenues are considered to be measurable and

available only when cash is received by the City. Expenditures are recorded

when the related fund liability is incurred, except for principal and interest on

general long-term debt, claims and judgments, compensated absences and

obligations for workers’ compensation, which are recognized as expenditures

when payment is due. Pension expenditures are recognized when amounts are

due to a plan.

Operating revenues and expenditures are distinguished from non-operating

items. Operating revenues and expenses generally result from providing

services in connection with the principal ongoing operation of the fund. All

revenues and expenses not meeting this definition are reported as non-operating

items.

Appropriations for special projects are budgeted as transfers to a special project

fund by the Mayor and Board of Directors. These allocations are used to finance

specific initiatives or capital projects. Special projects are generally multi-year

activities that are monitored until they are fully expended or repealed by the

Mayor and Board of Directors. At the conclusion of the special initiative or capital

project, remaining allocations are returned to the fund that originally sponsored

the project. Examples of such projects are allocations for homeless prevention,

weed lot maintenance, demolition, and the Mayor’s Youth Council.

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Financial Structure

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LITTLE ROCK'S FINANCIAL STRUCTURE

Cities in Arkansas derive the authority to levy taxes and provide municipal

services from state statutes. Little Rock's financial structure utilizes fund

accounting, which separates the transactions related to various City functions

and is designed to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements. Certain

funds are controlled directly by the City's governing body, and other funds are

controlled by agencies whose assets are owned by the City but are operated by

independent boards and commissions.

FUNDS CONTROLLED BY THE CITY GOVERNING BODY

GENERAL FUND OPERATIONS

General Fund – This fund is the primary operating fund of the City and

receives all revenues not required to be accounted for separately. In

addition to funding traditional government services, annual appropriations

are made from this fund for various outside agencies that perform services

on behalf of the City, for special projects, and for limited capital

improvements.

SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS

Street Fund – This is a special revenue fund that includes income

restricted for street and traffic maintenance, such as the state gasoline tax

turnback and one-half of a County road property tax. In addition, parking

meter revenues and reimbursement for street cuts are reported in this

fund.

Special Projects Fund – This fund receives certain revenues and

appropriations for special purposes or for capital projects that generally

have a multi-year life.

Infrastructure Fund – This fund was established to commit resources for

the improvement and maintenance of the City's infrastructure.

Emergency 9-1-1 Fund – This fund contains fees derived from telephone

charges, which are restricted to uses related to operating and equipping

the City’s 9-1-1 Emergency Operations Center.

Grant Fund – Various Federal and State Grant awards are reported in

this fund.

Community Development Block Grant Fund – This fund receives

Federal block grants utilized primarily for street improvements, community

services and community center operations.

Neighborhood Housing Special Project Fund (NHSP) – This fund

accounts for the proceeds of the Community Development Block Grant –

Section 108 Guaranteed Loan Program and other City funds that are

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utilized to provide housing and housing assistance to qualifying citizens

and to improve neighborhood infrastructure.

Home Investment Partnership Fund (HIPP) – This fund accounts for

funding received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban

Development to provide housing or housing assistance to qualifying

citizens, to improve neighborhood streets and drainage, and to operate

community health and recreation facilities.

CAPITAL PROJECT AND RELATED DEBT SERVICE FUNDS

Capital Projects Funds – These funds are derived from the proceeds of

general obligation bonds issued to finance major capital improvement

projects.

Debt Service Funds – The City’s general obligation bonds are primarily

supported by separate property tax levies approved by taxpayers for the

sole purpose of retirement of debt issued to fund capital improvement and

construction projects. The proceeds of the special levies are accounted for

in debt service funds to be utilized for this purpose. There is a

corresponding capital projects fund established for each bond issue.

2002 Capital Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds – The 2002

Capital Improvement Junior Lien Revenue Bonds were issued to finance

infrastructure improvements, the costs of issuance, and to fund the debt

service reserve. These bonds are special obligation bonds of the City,

payable solely from the franchise fees collected from public utilities for the

privilege of utilizing the streets, highways and other public places within

the City.

2007 Capital Improvements – The 2007 Capital Improvements were

issued to finance the advance refunding of the City’s Capital Improvement

Revenue Bonds 1998A and to pay the cost associated with the issuance

of the Series 2007 Bonds. The Series 2007 bonds are not general

obligations of the City but are special obligations payable solely from the

revenue received by the City from all franchise fees charged to public

utilities for the privilege of utilizing the City’s streets and right-of-way.

The remaining funds available from interest earnings on these bond funds

have been allocated to the South Loop and Scott Hamilton Drive

improvements.

2008 and 2009 Central Library and Improvement Fund – 2008 and

2009 Library Improvement and Refunding Bonds are limited obligations

payable through 2028. The Library Bonds were issued to finance the cost

of acquiring, constructing, and equipping capital improvements to the

public City libraries operated by the Central Arkansas Library System.

The bonds are limited tax obligations payable solely from a 1.0 mill annual

ad valorem tax.

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2009A Capital Improvement Construction Revenue Bonds and 2009B

Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Refunding Bonds – The

2009A Parks and Recreation Bonds were issued for the purposes of

acquiring, constructing, equipping, renovating, expanding, and

refurbishing certain zoo, parks, and recreation facilities of the City. The

2009B Bonds were issued for the purpose of refunding the City’s

outstanding Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds (Parks and Recreation

Projects) Series 1998A. The 2009A and 2009B bonds are special

obligations, payable solely from the revenues derived from the operation

and ownership of the zoo, parks and recreation facilities.

2012 Library Construction and Refunding Bonds – 2012 Library

Construction and Refunding Bonds are limited obligations payable through

2032. The Library Bonds were issued to finance the cost of acquiring,

constructing, and equipping capital improvements to the public City

libraries operated by the Central Arkansas Library System, to refund the

City’s outstanding Library Construction Bonds, Series 2004A, and to pay

the cost of issuance of the bonds. The bonds are limited tax obligations

payable solely from a 0.9 mill annual ad valorem tax.

2012 – 2021 Capital Project Fund – This fund is utilized to account for

the proceeds of a 3/8 cent ten (10) year capital tax to fund new Fire and

Police facilities, a new emergency communications system, economic

development infrastructure, including improvements at the port and

funding for a technology park, capital improvements for Park and Zoo

facilities, information technology projects and vehicles and equipment.

The tax went into effect on January 1, 2012 and expires on December 31,

2021.

2013 Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds –

On September 11, 2012, citizens of Little Rock approved the issuance of

$105 million in Capital Improvement Bonds for the purpose of Street and

Drainage infrastructure improvements. The 2013 Limited Tax General

Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds in the amount of $58,105,000

issued July 24, 2013 were the first series of bonds issued for this purpose.

These bonds are secured by all proceeds derived from a separate 3-mills

annual ad valorem tax on all taxable real and personal property located

within the City.

Short Term Financing – This fund accounts for proceeds of Short Term

Financing notes issued to acquire capital equipment, building

improvements and vehicles for the City.

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PROPRIETARY FUNDS

Waste Disposal Enterprise Fund – This fund was created to account for

the City’s solid waste system.

Vehicle Storage Facility Enterprise Fund – This fund was created to

account for vehicle storage services.

Fleet Internal Services Fund – This fund utilizes a flexible budget and

derives its revenues primarily from charges to the organizations in the

General, Street and Waste Disposal Funds that utilize City vehicles.

Parking Garage Fund – This fund was created to account for the

operations of the City’s two parking garage facilities.

FIDUCIARY FUNDS CONTROLLED BY BOARDS OF TRUSTEES

An important benefit for City employees is a retirement plan. The City

participates in the state Local Police and Fire Retirement System (LOPFI) for all

uniformed employees hired after January 1, 1983. In addition, LOPFI

administers the Policemen’s Pension and Relief Fund. The following retirement

funds are administered by the City and cover substantially all other employees:

Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund

Non Uniform Defined Contribution Pension Fund

Non Uniform Defined Benefit

New 2014 Non Uniform Defined Benefit Fund

Pension Health Management Trust Fund

All pension funds receive contributions from both employees and the City. The

Firemen and Policemen's funds also receive a dedicated property tax levy and

insurance turn back revenues. Each fund has a Board of Trustees that directs its

activities.

DISCRETE COMPONENT UNITS CONTROLLED BY INDEPENDENT

BOARDS & COMMISSIONS

Certain City services are similar to activities found in the private sector. They

have independent Boards and Commissions. They are budgeted and accounted

for as separate entities and are expected to maintain revenues sufficient to meet

their operating costs, debt service requirements, and system replacement and

maintenance needs. These funds are listed below but are not included in this

document:

Little Rock Wastewater Utility

Little Rock National Airport

Little Rock Advertising & Promotion Commission

Little Rock Port Authority

Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services (MEMS)

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Central Arkansas Transit Authority

Arkansas Museum of Discovery

Arkansas Arts Center

Central Arkansas Library System

Oakland Fraternal Cemetery

Mt. Holly Cemetery

These funds receive income from service charges that are used to operate their

respective facilities and to retire revenue bonds. In addition, a 2% Hotel, Motel,

and Restaurant Sales Tax provides the main source of income to operate the

Advertising and Promotion Commission and retire its bonds. Boards and

Commissions, which derive their authority from specific statutes, operate all of

these funds. However, the City's governing body must authorize rate changes,

approve all bond issues, and approve appointments to the Boards and

Commissions. Therefore, these funds are required to be reported as discrete

component units of this entity by GASB Statement Number 39.

OTHER FUNDS NOT INCLUDED

This budget does not include the Little Rock School District, which is governed by

its own elected board, is a separate taxing authority, issues its own debt and

receives no City subsidy. Certain other funds are not included, because they

operate under independent Boards, have other sources of revenue, and are in no

way dependent upon the Mayor and Board of Directors. These are as follows:

Little Rock Housing Authority

Little Rock Residential Housing and Facilities Board

Central Arkansas Water

In addition, this budget does not include certain multiple-employer, defined

benefit pension funds administered and trusted by independent fiduciary agents

and in which certain employees participate.

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FISCAL POLICIES

A. OPERATING MANAGEMENT

1. All City departments share in the responsibility of meeting policy goals

and ensuring long-term financial health. Future service plans and

program initiatives will be developed to reflect current policy directives,

projected resources, and future service requirements. When appropriate,

sunset provisions will be incorporated into service plans.

2. The budget process is intended to weigh all competing requests for City

resources. Requests for new, on-going programs made outside the

budget process are discouraged.

3. Addition of personnel will only be requested to meet program initiatives

and policy directives; after service needs have been thoroughly examined

and it is substantiated that additional staffing will result in increased

revenue or enhanced operating efficiencies. To the extent feasible,

personnel cost reductions will be achieved through attrition.

4. Current expenditures will be funded by current revenues. A diversified

and stable revenue system will be developed to protect programs from

short-term fluctuations in any single revenue source.

5. No revenues will be dedicated for specific purposes, unless required by

law or generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP). All non-restricted

revenues will be deposited in the General Fund and appropriated by the

budget process.

6. User fees and charges will be examined annually to ensure that all direct

and indirect costs of provided the service are recovered. If the user fees

and charges required to meet full cost recovery would be excessively

burdensome on citizens receiving service, the Board of Directors may

approve a lower user fee or charge. The City will consider market rates

and charges levied by other public and private organizations for similar

services in establishing rate and fee structures. Rate adjustments for

Waste Disposal will be based on five-year financial plans.

7. Grant funding should be considered to leverage City funds. Inconsistent

and /or fluctuating grants and trusts should not be utilized to fund on-

going programs. Programs financed with grant moneys will be budgeted

in separate cost centers, and the service program will be adjusted to

reflect the level of available funding. In the event of reduced grant

funding, City resources will be substituted only after all program priorities

and alternatives are considered during the budget process.

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8. All grants and other Federal and State funds shall be managed to comply

with the laws, regulations, and guidance of the grantor, and all gifts and

donations shall be managed and expended according to the wishes and

instructions of the donor.

9. Fleet replacement will be accomplished through the use of a “rental” rate

structure. The rates will be revised annually to ensure that charges to

operating departments are sufficient for operation and replacement of

vehicles.

10. Balanced revenue and expenditure forecasts will be prepared to examine

the City’s ability to absorb operating costs due to changes in the

economy, service demands, and capital improvements. The forecast will

encompass five years and will be updated annually.

11. Comparison of service delivery will be made to ensure that quality

services are provided to our citizens at the most competitive and

economical cost. Departments will identify all activities that can be

provided by another source and review alternatives to current service

delivery. The review of service delivery alternatives will be performed

continually. During the annual budget process, funding for outside

Agencies, FUTURE-Little Rock, and special projects will be evaluated.

12. To attract and retain employees necessary for providing high quality

services, the City shall establish and maintain a very competitive

compensation and benefit package with that of the public and private

sectors.

13. The City will follow an aggressive and professional policy of collecting

revenues.

14. In each annual budget, the City may authorize a transfer from one fund to

another for one or more special projects. Expenditures from the special

project shall be consistent with the purpose of the special project.

Unspent appropriations for special projects shall carry forward into the

next fiscal year. Unspent special project appropriations remaining on

June 30 in the next fiscal year shall be returned to the fund of origin

unless the City Manager authorizes continuation of the special project.

15. The City will strive to maintain fair and equitable relationships with

contractors and suppliers.

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B. CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

1. A five-year Capital Improvement Plan will be developed biannually and

updated annually, including anticipated funding sources. Capital

improvement projects are defined as infrastructure or equipment

purchases or construction that results in a capitalized asset costing more

than $5,000 and having a useful life (depreciable life) of two years or

more.

2. The capital improvement plan will include, in addition to current operating

maintenance expenditures, an adequate level of funding for maintenance

and replacement to ensure that all capital facilities and equipment are

properly maintained.

3. Proposed capital projects will be reviewed by a cross-departmental team

for accurate costing (design, capital, and operating), congruence with City

objectives and prioritized by a set of deterministic criteria. Financing

sources will be sought for the highest-ranking projects.

4. Capital improvement operating budget impacts will be coordinated with the

development of the annual operating budget. Future operating,

maintenance, and replacements costs will be forecast as part of the City’s

five-year financial forecast.

5. The City will provide for a minimum of 5% of internal, pay-as-you-go

financing for its Capital Improvement Program. Funding may come from

fund balance reserves or any other acceptable means.

C. DEBT MANAGEMENT

1. The City will seek to maintain and, if possible, improve its current bond

rating in order to minimize borrowing costs and preserve access to credit.

The City will encourage and maintain good relations with financial bond

rating agencies and will follow a policy of full and open disclosure.

2. Future bond issue proposals will be accompanied by an analysis showing

how the new issue combined with current debt impacts the City’s debt

capacity and conformance with City debt policies.

3. The City will attempt to develop a coordinated communication process

with all other overlapping jurisdictions with which it shares a common tax

base concerning collective plans for future debt issues.

4. Financing shall not exceed the useful life of the asset being acquired.

5. The City will not use long-term debt to finance current operations.

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6. The general policy of the City is to establish debt repayment schedules

that utilize level annual principal and interest payments.

7. The general policy of the City is to fund capital projects (infrastructure)

with new, dedicated streams of revenue or voter approved debt. Nonvoter

approved debt may be utilized when a dedicated revenue source other

than general revenue can be identified to pay debt service expenses.

8. Interest earnings on bond proceeds will be limited to 1) funding the

improvements specified in the authorizing bond ordinance, or 2) payment

of debt service on the bonds.

9. Utility rates will be set to ensure debt service coverage exceeds the bond

indenture requirement of 125%.

10. The City shall comply with the Internal Revenue Code Section 148 –

Arbitrage Regulation for all tax-exempt debt issued. An annual estimate

of arbitrage liabilities shall be obtained by the City and recorded on the

financial statements.

11. The City shall use a competitive bidding process in the sale of debt unless

the use of a negotiated process is warranted due to market timing

requirements (refunding), or a unique pledge or debt structure. The City

will award competitively issued debt on a true interest cost (TIC) basis.

12. Proceeds from debt will be utilized in accordance with the purpose of the

debt issue. Funds remaining after the project is completed will be used in

accordance with the provisions stated in the bond ordinance that

authorized the issuance of the debt.

D. RESERVES

1. All fund designations and reserves will be evaluated annually for long-term

adequacy and use requirements in conjunction with development of the

City’s five-year financial plan.

2. The General Fund goal is to set aside $10,000,000 or 10% of General

Fund revenues; whichever is greater, into a restricted reserve fund on or

before December 31, 2005; however, due to economic conditions in the

past several years, the City has not been able to meet this goal. The

restricted reserve is currently $9,418,000. The Board will consider

increasing the restricted reserve based on annual audited financial results.

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3. Each annual operating budget will include a contingency appropriation in

the General Fund sufficient to provide for unforeseen needs of an

emergency nature for that year. The desired level of the contingency

appropriation each year shall be based on the average of the three prior

years’ experience levels but no less than .5% of General Fund revenue for

the current fiscal year.

4. The Waste Disposal Fund will maintain an unrestricted retained earnings

reserve of no less than 15% of current year revenues.

5. Fleet Management reserves will be maintained based upon lifecycle

replacement plans to ensure adequate fund balance required for

systematic replacement of fleet vehicles. Operating departments will be

charged for fleet operating costs per vehicle class and replacement costs

spread over the useful life of the vehicles.

6. Self-insurance reserves will be maintained at a level that, together with

purchased insurance policies, will adequately indemnify the City’s property

and liability risk. A qualified actuarial firm shall be retained on an annual

basis in order to recommend appropriate funding levels.

7. A Facility Maintenance Reserve will be maintained based upon lifecycle

replacement plans to ensure adequate funding for infrastructure repair and

operating equipment replacement (HVAC, roofing, etc.).

E. CASH MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENTS

1. Cash and investment programs will be maintained in accordance with the

City Charter and the adopted investment policy and will ensure that

proper controls and safeguards are maintained. City funds will be

managed in a prudent and diligent manner with an emphasis on safety of

principal, liquidity, and financial return on principal, in that order.

2. The City will maintain written guidelines on cash handling, accounting,

segregation of duties, and other financial matters.

3. The City will conduct periodic reviews of its internal controls and cash

handling procedures.

4. The City will annually identify and develop an Internal Audit Work plan.

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F. ACCOUNTING, AUDITING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING

1. The City’s accounting and financial reporting systems will be maintained

in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

and the standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board

(GASB) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).

2. An independent public accounting firm will perform an annual audit. The

auditor’s opinion will be included with the City’s published

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

3. The City’s CAFR will be submitted to the GFOA Certification of

Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program. The

financial report should be in conformity with GAAP, demonstrate

compliance with finance related legal and contractual provisions provide

full disclosure of all financial activities and related matters, and minimize

ambiguities and potentials for misleading inference.

4. The City’s budget document will be submitted to the GFOA Distinguished

Budget Presentation Program. The budget should satisfy criteria as a

financial and programmatic policy document, as a comprehensive

financial plan, as an operations guide for all organizational units and as a

communications device for all significant budgetary issues, trends and

resources.

5. Financial systems will be maintained to monitor revenues, expenditures,

and program performance on an ongoing basis.

6. Monthly and quarterly reports shall be prepared and presented to the

Board of Directors on a timely basis.

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OTHER AGENCIES

One of the budget policies of the Mayor and Board of Directors is to support

other agencies that provide services that are important to the City’s quality of life.

The agencies that have had City support are described below:

The Arkansas Arts Center, located in a City park, serves the metropolitan area

and provides a wide array of cultural opportunities to citizens of all ages and

interests.

The Arkansas Museum of Discovery enhances the cultural opportunities in the

metropolitan area and has opened a new and larger museum located in the River

Market District. This project was funded through the FUTURE-Little Rock

initiatives and is now funded from the General Fund.

The Central Arkansas Transit Authority provides vital public transportation

services to much of the metropolitan area.

The Chamber of Commerce promotes economic growth in the area, and is

another example of a public and private partnership.

The County Health Department provides health care services to residents of

both the City and Pulaski County. The State Health Department directs its

operations. It receives operating support from both the City and the County.

The Downtown Partnership promotes economic development for downtown

and is an example of public and private partnerships to promote growth and

development of the City.

Metroplan is a council of local governments that provides area-wide

transportation and other planning and support services to its members.

County Regional Detention Center serves the residents of both the city and

Pulaski County. The County directs its operations and it receives operating

support from the City and all jurisdictions in the County.

The Pulaski Area Geographical Information System (PAGIS) is a consortium

of local government agencies formed by inter-local agreement to develop,

maintain and distribute spatial based information and graphics. Current members

are Little Rock, North Little Rock, Pulaski County, Central Arkansas Water and

Wastewater commissions of Little Rock and North Little Rock.

Jack Stephens Youth Golf Academy/First Tee of Central Arkansas has a

nine (9)-hole regulation golf course, nine (9)-hole par three (3) golf course, full-

service driving range, practice putting green, full-service pro shop and indoor

teaching facilities. The purpose of this facility is to impact the lives of the young

people of Central Arkansas by providing educational programs that build

character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the

game of golf. The facility provides an opportunity for Central Arkansas’ young

people to learn the game of golf regardless of their socio-economic status.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

The Metro Little Rock Alliance (MLRA) is a twelve-county economic

development organization representing a population of a million people including

Little Rock. It was created to cultivate regional growth and prosperity throughout

the area. The MLRA markets Little Rock and the region’s strengths and

advantages to prospective companies and the site location consultants for the

purpose of attracting investment and creating jobs.

Little Rock City Beautiful Commission promotes public interest in the general

improvement of the appearance of the City of Little Rock; and establishes,

subject to the Little Rock City Board of Directors approval, regulations of

aesthetic quality for public and private lands and improvements.

2013 2014 2015

Budget Budget Budget

Central Arkansas Transit $8,208,468 $8,534,663 $8,686,869

County Regional Detention Center 1,050,000 1,050,000 1,063,313 (1)

Arkansas Arts Center 400,000 400,000 550,000 (2)

Museum of Discovery 200,000 200,000 200,000

Chamber of Commerce 200,000 200,000 200,000

Metroplan 178,042 178,042 178,042

Downtown Partnership 160,000 160,000 175,000

PAGIS 136,300 135,800 135,800

Metro Little Rock Alliance 100,000 100,000 100,000

First Tee 91,500 91,500 191,500

County Bond Payment 56,100 56,100 56,100

St. Vincent 25,381 25,381 25,381

LR City Beautiful Commission 2,500 2,500 2,500

Total $10,808,291 $11,133,986 $11,564,505

(2) The increase is primarily for building maintenance.

APPROPRIATIONS FOR OTHER AGENCIES

(2) The increase for the Pulaski County Jail support in combination with funds

available from the local jail fine special project in the amount of $791,263 will bring

total Pulaski County Jail support to $1,854,576. This represents a 5% increase

over last year.

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Budget Summaries

City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Operating Budget 2015

BUDGET SUMMARIES

The following schedules summarize the audited 2013 operating results, the 2014

unaudited operating results, and the approved 2015 operating budget. The

summaries are organized by fund type in a manner that is consistent with the

fund organization in the City’ audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.

The first summary is a recap of the entire six (6) fund types included in this

section. Each of the fund types is summarized and individual fund budget

schedules follow the summaries. The amounts reflected in this section are

accumulated as follows: individual fund totals are included in the fund type

summary; then the fund type summary totals are included in the recap of all fund

types.

The City is required by state statue to budget for the administration, operation,

maintenance and improvements of various City operations. The budget is

designed to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements. Other funds

submitted are for informational purposes only.

The Cities operating budget includes the following funds:

 General;

 Street;

 Fleet Services;

 Vehicle Storage Facility;

 Waste Disposal;

 Parking Garages;

The six types of funds included in the budget summaries are:

 General;

 Special Revenue;

 Capital;

 Proprietary;

 Fiduciary; and

 Debt Service.

For more information regarding these funds, see the section entitled FINANCIAL

STRUCTURE.

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Enterprise Fleet

General Street Funds Services Total

Revenues

General Property Taxes $27,276,348 $5,489,300 $0 $32,765,648

Sales Taxes 96,684,815 0 96,684,815

License and Permits 11,026,550 289,900 11,316,450

Intergovernmental 7,002,433 12,672,900 0 19,675,333

Charge for Service 11,332,650 14,700 20,805,010 13,345,076 45,497,436

Fines and Fees 3,161,210 0 3,161,210

Utility Franchise Fees 28,744,707 0 28,744,707

Investment Income 200,000 38,600 57,800 296,400

Miscellaneous 766,826 120,000 3,450 890,276

Transfers In 7,994,672 1,714,726 0 9,709,398

Carryover 550,000 550,000

Total Revenues 194,740,211 20,050,226 21,156,160 13,345,076 249,291,673

Expenditures

Personnel 139,939,883 10,291,815 6,000,832 3,693,450 159,925,980

Supplies and Material 6,338,170 1,188,902 1,715,747 6,640,515 15,883,334

Repairs and Maintenance 7,093,723 2,826,578 3,242,297 254,450 13,417,048

Contractual 21,789,639 2,931,714 5,182,553 2,549,210 32,453,116

Closure/Post Closure 247,945 247,945

Capital Outlay 370,000 2,342,000 156,650 2,868,650

Depreciation and Amortization 1,735,400 1,735,400

Debt Service 7,714,717 742,501 8,457,218

Transfers Out 11,494,079 469,217 1,816,098 13,779,394

Total Expenditures 194,740,211 20,050,226 20,683,373 13,294,275 248,768,085

Net Change in Fund Balance 00472,787 50,801 523,588

Fund Balances - Beginning 19,598,183 5,846,782 18,498,758 2,488,051 $46,431,774

Fund Balances - Ending $19,598,183 $5,846,782 $18,971,545 $2,538,852 $46,955,362

2015 Operating Funds Budget Summaries

This presentation includes restricted reserves of $9,418,000 in the General Fund.

$20,000,000

$40,000,000

$60,000,000

$80,000,000

$100,000,000

$120,000,000

$140,000,000

$160,000,000

$180,000,000

$200,000,000

General

Fund

Street Fund Enterprise

Funds

Fleet

Services

Fund

Revenues

Expenditures

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Police

$68,885,072

35.37%

All Other

$31,007,791

15.92%

Property

Taxes

$27,276,348

14.01%

Utility

Franchises

$28,744,707

14.76%

Sales Taxes

$96,684,815

49.65%

Transfers

$11,494,079

5.90%

General

Government

$28,062,042

14.41%

Fire

$46,232,253

23.74%

Uses of Funds

for 2015

Sources of Funds

for 2015

FY 2015 GENERAL FUND

Parks &

Recreation

$9,958,932

5.11%

All Other

$23,374,106

12.00%

Zoo

$6,733,727

3.46%

Licenses &

Permits

$11,026,550

5.66%

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INTERNAL DEBT

GENERAL SPECIAL CAPITAL ENTERPRISE SERVICE FIDUCIARY SERVICE

FUNDS REVENUES PROJECTS FUNDS FUND FUNDS FUNDS

2013

REVENUES: 205,452,403$ 34,605,044$ 86,095,605$ 22,060,409$ 12,703,594$ 36,606,098$ 21,056,314$

EXPENDITURES: 196,418,193 33,070,540 34,096,934 20,055,950 12,683,067 72,585,422 21,470,895

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 9,034,210 1,534,504 51,998,671 2,004,459 20,527 (35,979,325) (414,581)

BEGINNING FUND BAL. 26,490,499 9,817,809 47,046,723 16,559,535 2,582,681 177,820,596 20,581,721

ENDING FUND BAL. 35,524,709$ 11,352,313$ 99,045,394$ 18,563,994$ 2,603,208$ 141,841,271$ 20,167,141$

2014

REVENUES: 200,739,516$ 31,175,903$ 24,351,705$ 21,136,007$ 13,144,531$ 40,911,159$ 21,546,086$

EXPENDITURES: 202,038,716 32,561,444 42,718,590 21,201,243 13,259,688 36,889,277 20,805,368

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (1,299,199) (1,385,541) (18,366,884) (65,236) (115,157) 4,021,882 740,717

BEGINNING FUND BAL. 35,524,709 11,352,313 99,045,395 18,563,994 2,603,208 141,841,271 20,167,141

ENDING FUND BAL. 34,225,509$ 9,966,772$ 80,678,511$ 18,498,758$ 2,488,051$ 145,863,153$ 20,907,858$

2015

REVENUES: 194,740,211$ 20,050,226$ -$ 21,156,160$ 13,345,076$ -$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 194,740,211

20,050,226 - 20,683,373 13,294,275 - -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES - - - 472,787 50,801 - -

BEGINNING FUND BAL. 34,225,509 9,966,772 80,678,511 18,498,758 2,488,051 145,863,153 20,907,858

ENDING FUND BAL. 34,225,509$ 9,966,772$ 80,678,511$ 18,971,545$ 2,538,852$ 145,863,153$ 20,907,858$

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

BUDGET SUMMARY BY FUND TYPE

FOR YEARS 2013 - 2015

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ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

GENERAL FUND

REVENUES: 185,532,008$ 189,866,530$ 194,740,211$

EXPENDITURES: 184,308,030 189,866,530 194,740,211

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 1,223,978 - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 18,374,205 19,598,183 19,598,183

ENDING FUND BALANCE 19,598,183$ 19,598,183$ 19,598,183$

SPECIAL PROJECTS & SEIZED MONEY FUND

REVENUES: 19,920,395$ 10,872,986$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 12,110,163 12,172,186 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 7,810,232 (1,299,199) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 8,116,293 15,926,526 14,627,326

ENDING FUND BALANCE 15,926,526$ 14,627,326$ 14,627,326$

TOTAL BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 26,490,499$ 35,524,709$ 34,225,509$

TOTAL REVENUES 205,452,403 200,739,516 194,740,211

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 196,418,193 202,038,716 194,740,211

TOTAL ENDING FUND BALANCE 35,524,709$ 34,225,509$ 34,225,509$

The City of Little Rock utilizes a program budget for public information purposes and for Mayor &

Board consideration. Line item information is principally used for budgetary management and control

purposes.

GENERAL GOVERNMENT SUMMARY

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

The sources of operating revenue and the trends affecting them are discussed in the section of the

budget titled REVENUES. The details of the operating budget by department and by service

program are contained in the section of the budget titled EXPENDITURES. The transfers out

primarily consist of appropriations for special projects and appropriations for the FUTURE – Little

Rock and new sales tax initiatives.

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ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

STREET

REVENUES: 17,582,631$ 19,363,696$ 20,050,226$

EXPENDITURES: 15,336,023 19,363,696 20,050,226

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 2,246,607 - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 3,600,174 5,846,782 5,846,782

ENDING FUND BALANCE 5,846,782$ 5,846,782$ 5,846,782$

SPECIAL PROJECT - STREET

REVENUES: 608$ 914,044$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 31,955 671,532 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (31,347) 242,512 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 172,984 141,636 384,148

ENDING FUND BALANCE 141,636$ 384,148$ 384,148$

SPECIAL PROJECTS

REVENUES: 5,193,892$ 3,963,517$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 7,183,131 4,308,684 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (1,989,239) (345,167) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 4,506,305 2,517,066 2,171,899

ENDING FUND BALANCE 2,517,066$ 2,171,89

$ 2,171,89

SPECIAL REVENUE FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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2013 2014 2015

SPECIAL REVENUE FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

INFRASTRUCTURE

REVENUES: 48$ 1,002$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 42,912 1,002 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (42,863) - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 42,863 -

ENDING FUND BALANCE (0)$ -$ -$

EMERGENCY 911

REVENUES: 1,346,610$ 1,306,869$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 1,264,798 1,306,869 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 81,811 - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 2,823 84,634 84,634

ENDING FUND BALANCE 84,634$ 84,634$ 84,634$

GRANTS

REVENUES: 7,638,665$ 3,611,890$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 6,607,395 3,887,473 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 1,031,270 (275,583) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE (2,397) 1,028,873 753,290

ENDING FUND BALANCE 1,028,873$ 753,290$ 753,290$

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ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

SPECIAL REVENUE FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

CDBG/HIPP/NHSP

REVENUES: 2,842,591$ 2,014,885$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 2,604,326 3,022,188 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 238,265 (1,007,303) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 1,495,057 1,733,322 726,019

ENDING FUND BALANCE 1,733,322$ 726,019$ 726,019$

TOTAL BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 9,817,809$ 11,352,31

$ 9,966,772$

TOTAL REVENUES 34,605,044 31,175,903 20,050,226

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 33,070,54

32,561,44

20,050,22

TOTAL ENDING FUND BALANCE 11,352,31

$ 9,966,772$ 9,966,772$

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2013 2014 2015

1988 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

REVENUES: 285$ -$ -$

EXPENDITURES: - - -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 285 - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE (285) - -

ENDING FUND BALANCE -$ -$ -$

1998 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

REVENUES: 428$ 5,234$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 344,667 75,632 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (344,240) (70,399) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 728,818 384,578 314,180

ENDING FUND BALANCE 384,578$ 314,180$ 314,180$

2009A PARKS AND RECREATIO

REVENUES: 54$ 29$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 71,431 479,663

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (71,377) (479,634) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 551,011 479,634 (0)

ENDING FUND BALANCE 479,634$ (0)$ (0)$

CAPITAL FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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2013 2014 2015

CAPITAL FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

SHORT TERM FINANCING

REVENUES: 301,809$ 1,548$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 468,051 96,268 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (166,242) (94,720) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 288,217 121,975 27,255

ENDING FUND BALANCE 121,975$ 27,255$ 27,255$

2004 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

REVENUES: 1$ 100$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 3,636 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (3,635) 100 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 10,323 6,689 6,789

ENDING FUND BALANCE 6,689$ 6,789$ 6,789$

2008 & 2009 LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BOND

REVENUES: 11$ 1$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 3,137 - -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (3,126) 1 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 3,326 201 202

ENDING FUND BALANCE 201$ 202$ 202$

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2013 2014 2015

CAPITAL FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

2012 LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BOND

REVENUES: 14,906$ 19,636$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 11,357,071 6,500,416 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES (11,342,165) (6,480,780) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 23,019,916 11,677,751 5,196,971

ENDING FUND BALANCE 11,677,751$ 5,196,971$ 5,196,971$

2012-2021 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND (3/8 CENT SALES TAX

)

REVENUES: 25,219,666$ 24,128,647$

EXPENDITURES: 17,611,223 26,158,434 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 7,608,443 (2,029,787) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 22,445,397 30,053,840 28,024,053

ENDING FUND BALANCE 30,053,840$ 28,024,053$ 28,024,053$

2013 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND (STREETS AND DRAINAGE

)

REVENUES: 60,558,445$ 196,511$

EXPENDITURES: 4,237,718 9,408,176 -

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 56,320,727 (9,211,665) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE - 56,320,727 47,109,062

ENDING FUND BALANCE 56,320,727$ 47,109,062$ 47,109,062$

TOTAL CAPITAL BEGINNING BALANC

47,046,723$ 99,045,395$ 80,678,511$

TOTAL REVENUES 86,095,605 24,351,705 -

TOTAL EXPENDITURE

34,096,934 42,718,590 -

TOTAL CAPITAL ENDING FUND BALANC

99,045,394$ 80,678,511$ 80,678,511$

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2013 2014 2015

EHICLE STORAGE FACILITY

REVENUES: 1,362,661$ 1,348,840$ 1,382,410$

EXPENDITURES: 1,333,661 1,321,150 1,359,144

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 29,001 27,690 23,266

BEGINNING NET POSITION (714,450) (685,450) (657,760)

ENDING NET POSITION (685,450

)

$ (657,760

)

$ (634,494

)

WASTE DISPOSAL

REVENUES: 18,561,027$ 17,563,000$ 17,577,000$

EXPENDITURES: 16,617,509 17,655,926 17,127,479

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

NET INCOME (LOSS) 1,943,518 (92,926) 449,521

BEGINNING NET POSITION 16,836,423 18,779,941 18,687,015

ENDING NET POSITION 18,779,941$ 18,687,01

$ 19,136,53

PARKING GARAGE

REVENUES: 2,136,721$ 2,224,167$ 2,196,750$

EXPENDITURES: 2,104,780 2,224,167 2,196,750

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

NET INCOME (LOSS) 31,940 - -

BEGINNING NET POSITION 437,562 469,502 469,502

ENDING NET POSITION 469,502$ 469,502$ 469,502$

ENTERPRISE FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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2013 2014 2015

ENTERPRISE FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

TOTAL ENTERPRISE BEGINNING NET POSITION 16,559,53

$ 18,563,99

$ 18,498,75

TOTAL REVENUES 22,060,40

21,136,00

21,156,16

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 20,055,95

21,201,24

20,683,37

TOTAL ENTERPRISE ENDING NET POSITION 18,563,99

$ 18,498,75

$ 18,971,54

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2013 2014 2015

FLEET INTERNAL SERVICE FUND

REVENUES: 12,703,594$ 13,144,531$ 13,345,076$

EXPENDITURES: 12,683,067 13,259,688 13,294,275

REVENUES OVER (UNDER)

EXPENDITURES 20,527 (115,157) 50,801

BEGINNING NET POSITION 2,582,681 2,603,208 2,488,051

ENDING NET POSITION 2,603,20

$ 2,488,051$ 2,538,852$

FLEET INTERNAL SERVICE FUND

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

POLICE PENSION & RELIEF FUND

ADDITIONS: 7,305,604$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 54,890,497 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) (47,584,893) - -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 47,584,893 (0) (0)

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING (0)$ (0)$ (0)$

Administration of the Police Pension & Relief Fund was transferred to LOPFI at the end of 2013.

FIRE PENSION & RELIEF FUND

ADDITIONS: 13,768,307$ 8,600,144$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 11,176,236 11,419,280 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 2,592,071 (2,819,136) -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 71,075,478 73,667,549 70,848,413

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING 73,667,549$ 70,848,413$ 70,848,413$

NON-UNIFORM DEFINED BENEFIT FUND

ADDITIONS: 3,633,030$ 2,310,897$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 1,769,238 1,952,792 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 1,863,792 358,105 -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 9,990,163 11,853,955 12,212,060

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING 11,853,955$ 12,212,060$ 12,212,060$

FIDUCIARY FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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2013 2014 2015

FIDUCIARY FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

NON-UNIFORM DEFINED CONTRIBUTION

ADDITIONS: 8,746,491$ (2,475,931)$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 3,720,032 19,635,588 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 5,026,460 (22,111,519) -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 38,656,708 43,683,168 21,571,649

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING 43,683,168$ 21,571,649$ 21,571,649$

2014 NON-UNIFORM DEFINED BENEFIT FUND

ADDITIONS: 31,103,085$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 294,158 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) - 30,808,927 -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING - - 30,808,927

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING -$ 30,808,927$ 30,808,927$

401 (A) PENSION FUND

ADDITIONS: 2,791,794$ 1,059,146$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 1,010,136 3,566,368 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 1,781,659 (2,507,222) -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 8,758,230 10,539,889 8,032,667

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING 10,539,889$ 8,032,667$ 8,032,667$

The City implemented a new defined benefit plan for non-uniform employees in 2014. Participants were

allowed to utilize funds from the defined contribution plan to purchase years of service in the new defined

benefit plan.

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ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

FIDUCIARY FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

HEALTH MANAGEMENT TRUST FUND

ADDITIONS: 360,871$ 313,818$ -$

DEDUCTIONS: 19,284 21,091 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 341,587 292,727 -

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, BEGINNING 1,755,124 2,096,711 2,389,438

NET POSITION HELD IN TRUST, ENDING 2,096,711$ 2,389,438$ 2,389,438$

TOTAL NET POSITION BEGINNING 177,820,596$ 141,841,271$ 145,863,153$

TOTAL ADDITIONS 36,606,098 40,911,159 -

TOTAL DEDUCTIONS 72,585,422 36,889,277 -

TOTAL NET POSITION ENDING 141,841,271$ 145,863,153$ 145,863,153$

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2013 2014 2015

2002 CIP JUNIOR LIEN BONDS

REVENUE: 318,556$ 319,963$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 320,298 319,755 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) (1,742) 208 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 19,831 18,089 18,297

ENDING FUND BALANCE 18,089$ 18,297$ 18,297$

2004 IMPROVEMENT BONDS DEBT SERVICE

REVENUE: 1,665$ -$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 12,140,829 - -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) (12,139,164) - -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 12,139,164 -

ENDING FUND BALANCE (0)$ -$ -$

2007 CAPITAL IMP. REVENUE REFUNDING BOND

REVENUE: 1,436,390$ 1,447,667$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 1,436,300 1,441,088 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 90 6,579 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 19,646 19,736 26,315

ENDING FUND BALANCE 19,736$ 26,315$ 26,315$

DEBT SERVICE FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

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2013 2014 2015

DEBT SERVICE FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

2008 LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BOND

REVENUE: 3,595,478$ 3,746,758$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 3,912,055 3,735,180 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) (316,576) 11,578 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 4,192,578 3,876,002 3,887,580

ENDING FUND BALANCE 3,876,002$ 3,887,580$ 3,887,580$

2009 PARKS & REC CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BOND

REVENUE: 1,307,128$ 1,363,122$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 1,307,778 1,306,911 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) (649) 56,211 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 2,121,671 2,121,021 2,177,232

ENDING FUND BALANCE 2,121,021$ 2,177,232$ 2,177,232$

2012 LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS

REVENUE: 3,498,679$ 3,418,732$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 2,042,898 3,441,205 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 1,455,781 (22,473) -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 2,088,831 3,544,612 3,522,139

ENDING FUND BALANCE 3,544,612$ 3,522,139$ 3,522,139$

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ADOPTED

ACTUAL AMENDED BUDGET

2013 2014 2015

DEBT SERVICE FUNDS

OPERATING BUDGET

2013 - 2015

2013 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS

REVENUE: 10,898,418$ 11,249,844$ -$

EXPENDITURES: 310,738 10,561,230 -

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) 10,587,680 688,614 -

BEGINNING FUND BALANCE - 10,587,680 11,276,294

ENDING FUND BALANCE 10,587,680$ 11,276,294$ 11,276,294$

TOTAL BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 20,581,721$ 20,167,141$ 20,907,858$

TOTAL REVENUES 21,056,314 21,546,086 -

TOTAL EXPENDITURES 21,470,895 20,805,368 -

TOTAL ENDING FUND BALANCE 20,167,140$ 20,907,858$ 20,907,858$

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

2015 Five Year Forecast

Little Rock Code Section 2-214 requires the Board of Directors to adopt an

annual budget on or before December 30 of each year. A budget is balanced

when appropriated expenses do not exceed the sum of estimated net revenues

and available fund balances. The proposed 2015 budgets are balanced and

fiscally responsible.

All fund designations and reserves are evaluated annually for long-term

adequacy and use requirements in conjunction with development of the City’s

five-year financial plan. A 10% reserve requirement is utilized for planning

purposes for all funds with the exception of the Solid Waste Fund, which has a

15% unrestricted retained earnings reserve requirement. In addition, each

annual operating budget will include a contingency appropriation in the general

fund sufficient to provide for unforeseen needs of an emergency nature for that

year. The desired level of the contingency appropriation each year shall be

based on the average of the three prior years’ experience levels but no less than

0.5% of General Fund revenue for the current fiscal year. The contingency

appropriation in the 2015 General Fund budget is $1,000,000 or approximately

0.51% of estimated revenue, including transfers in.

Per the City’s financial policy, the goal was to set aside $10,000,000 or 10% of

General Fund revenues, whichever is greater, into a restricted reserve fund on or

before December 31, 2005. However, due to economic conditions in the past

several years, the City has not met this goal. The restricted reserve is currently

$9,418,000. Contingency appropriations, which are not utilized during the fiscal

year to meet unforeseen needs, will be added to the restricted reserve until the

desired level is achieved. While, the City has not been able to increase the

reserve to the desired level, the City has not drawn from the restricted reserve to

balance the budget. The City anticipates an addition to the restricted reserve in

2015. The City Board of Directors will evaluate funds available following

completion of the 2015 annual audit to determine the amount of the addition.

Citizen demand for services has outpaced revenue growth in the last few years.

The citizens of Little Rock approved a one (1)-cent sales tax on September 13,

2011 to allow the City to fill critical positions that have remained vacant for many

years and to provide the City the opportunity to move forward with much needed

programs and capital projects. All of the services and projects funded by the tax

increase support the City goals and objectives centered on public safety,

economic development, basic City services, infrastructure, and quality of life.

The tax increase, which went into effect January 1, 2012, includes a permanent

5/8-cent operations tax and a 3/8-cent ten (10)-year capital tax, that will provide

additional Police Officers, more Code Enforcement Officers, new Fire and Police

facilities and a new emergency communications system. The capital projects

supported by the new 3/8-cent tax are highlighted in the Capital Improvements

section of the Budget Document. The ongoing operating expenses associated

with the capital projects are supported by the 5/8-cent portion of the new sales

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

tax. These expenses are phased into the five year forecast based on the

anticipated completion schedule of the capital projects. Consistent with the first

“must do” goal of the Mayor and Board of Directors, the City plans to complete

the majority of the public safety projects funded by the 3/8-cent ten (10)-year

capital tax in the first five (5) years. In addition, emphasis is placed on

completing infrastructure projects in each of the City’s seven (7) Wards, utilizing

citizen input through community meetings to determine projects that will be

completed in three (3)-year cycles.

The City has taken steps to plan for the future with the five-year forecast based

on the estimated revenues and operating expenditures for 2015 – 2019. The

forecast for 2015 – 2019 is a planning tool used for the projections. The Mayor

and Board of Directors have only approved the 2015 budget. However, the

Board is committed to providing financial stability in order to maintain critical

programs.

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FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19

Adopted

Projected Projected Projected Projected

General Fund

Beginning Fund Balance $19,598,183 $20,598,183 $21,598,183 $22,618,183 $23,648,183

Plus: Est. Revenue 194,740,211 199,416,448 203,240,733 204,282,545 207,703,168

Less: Est. Expenses

General Administrative 28,062,042 28,469,469 27,916,185 24,468,912 23,394,193

Board of Directors 342,027 348,868 355,845 362,962 372,036

Community Programs 423,578 432,050 440,691 449,504 460,742

City Attorney 1,836,901 1,873,639 1,911,112 1,949,334 1,998,067

District Court - First Division 1,405,790 1,433,906 1,462,584 1,491,836 1,529,131

District Court - Second Division 1,248,245 1,273,210 1,298,674 1,324,648 1,357,764

District Court - Third Division 626,782 639,318 652,104 665,146 681,775

Finance 3,204,124 3,268,206 3,333,571 3,400,242 3,485,248

Human Resources 1,673,177 1,706,641 1,740,773 1,775,589 1,819,979

Information Technology 4,679,784 4,773,380 4,868,847 4,966,224 5,090,380

Planning and Development 2,564,192 2,615,476 2,667,785 2,721,141 2,789,170

Housing & Neighborhood Programs 5,790,389 5,916,197 6,034,521 6,155,211 6,309,091

Public Works 1,159,922 1,183,120 1,206,783 1,230,919 1,261,691

Parks & Recreation*** 9,958,932 10,521,431 10,731,859 10,946,496 11,220,159

River Market 1,209,164 1,233,347 1,258,014 1,283,175 1,315,254

Golf 2,308,904 2,355,082 2,402,184 2,450,227 2,511,483

Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatics 901,127 919,150 937,533 956,283 980,190

Zoo 6,733,727 6,868,402 7,005,770 7,145,885 7,324,532

Fire ** 46,232,253 47,388,059 49,174,450 50,403,811 51,663,906

Police 68,885,072 70,473,539 71,883,010 73,937,392 75,742,314

Vacancy Reductions (6,000,000) (6,000,000) (6,000,000) (6,000,000) (6,000,000)

Transfers Out (including contingency) 11,494,079 11,723,961 11,958,440 12,197,609 12,396,062

194,740,211 199,416,448 203,240,733 204,282,546 207,703,168

Anticipated contingency/reserve 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,020,000 1,030,000 1,040,000

Ending Fund Balance * $20,598,183 $21,598,183 $22,618,183 $23,648,183 $24,688,183

Reserve Requirement

(10% of Revenues) $19,474,021 $19,941,645 $20,324,073 $20,428,255 $20,770,317

* 2015 Ending Fund Balance includes an estimated restricted reserve of $10,500,000.

** Includes the addition of 12 fire fighters in 2017 with the opening of the Southwest Little Rock Fire Station which is

scheduled for completion in 2016.

***Includes the addition of the West Central Community Center personnel and operations.

Street Fund

Beginning Balance $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782

Plus: Est. Revenue 20,050,226 20,451,231 20,860,255 21,277,460 21,809,397

Less: Est. Expenses 20,050,226 20,451,231 20,860,255 21,277,460 21,809,397

Ending Balance $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782 $5,846,782

Reserve Requirement

(10% of revenue) $2,005,023 $2,045,123 $2,086,026 $2,127,746 $2,180,940

2015 - 2019 FORECAST

CITY OF LITTLE ROC

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FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19

Adopted

Projected Projected Projected Projected

2015 - 2019 FORECAST

CITY OF LITTLE ROC

Fleet Fund

Beginning Net Position $2,488,051 $2,538,852 $2,590,669 $2,643,522 $2,697,433

Plus: Est. Revenue 13,345,076 13,611,978 13,884,217 14,161,901 14,515,949

Less: Est. Expenses 13,294,275 13,560,161 13,831,364 14,107,991 14,460,691

Ending Net Position $2,538,852 $2,590,669 $2,643,522 $2,697,433 $2,752,691

Reserve Requirement

(10% of revenues) $1,334,508 $1,361,198 $1,388,422 $1,416,190 $1,451,595

Vehicle Storage Facility

Beginning Net Position ($657,760) ($634,494) ($610,763) ($586,557) ($561,867)

Plus: Est. Revenue 1,382,410 1,410,058 1,438,259 1,467,025 1,503,700

Less: Est. Expenses 1,359,144 1,386,327 1,414,053 1,442,334 1,478,393

Ending Net Position ($634,494) ($610,763) ($586,557) ($561,867) ($536,559)

Reserve Requirement

(10% of revenues) $138,241 $141,006 $143,826 $146,702 $150,370

Waste Disposal Fund

Beginning Net Position $18,687,015 $19,136,536 $18,952,048 $19,292,605 $19,292,186

Plus: Est. Revenue 17,577,000 17,577,036 17,645,334 17,714,278 17,767,421

Less: Est. Expenses 17,127,479 17,761,524 17,304,777 17,714,697 17,891,844

Ending Net Position $19,136,536 $18,952,048 $19,292,605 $19,292,186 $19,167,763

Reserve Requirement

(15% of revenues) $2,636,550 $2,636,555 $2,646,800 $2,657,142 $2,665,113

Parking Garages

Beginning Net Position $469,502 $469,502 $469,502 $469,502 $469,502

Plus: Est. Revenue 2,196,750 2,240,685 2,285,499 2,331,209 2,377,833

Less: Est. Expenses 2,196,750 2,240,685 2,285,499 2,331,209 2,377,833

Ending Net Position $469,502 $469,502 $469,502 $469,502 $469,502

A rate increase of $1.03 associated with recycling was implemented in 2013. No other rate increases are anticipated

during the five year forecast. Expenses reflect the reduction of debt service as bonds are retired and the capital

replacement needs.

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Revenues

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 BUDGET SUMMARY

ALL FUNDS RESOURCES

$249,291,673

Street

Fund

8.04%

Fleet

Services

5.35%

Waste

Disposal

7.05%

General

Fund

78.12%

Vehicle Storage

Facility

.55%

Parking

Garages

.88%

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2013 2014 2014 2015 14/15 %

REVENUES: ACTUAL ADOPTED AMENDED ADOPTED DIFF CHANGE

Property Taxes * $25,833,875 $26,548,180 $26,248,180 $27,276,348 $1,028,168 3.92%

Sales Tax 95,175,603 96,123,400 95,383,886 96,684,815 1,300,929 1.36%

Business Licenses 6,304,434 6,363,000 6,388,000 6,451,900 63,900 1.00%

Mixed Drinks 2,158,210 2,205,000 2,219,000 2,285,600 66,600 3.00%

Building, Related Permits 2,103,180 1,941,200 2,409,200 2,289,050 (120,150) -4.99%

Insurance Pension Turnback* 6,302,466 6,353,442 7,002,433 7,002,433 0 0.00%

Park Revenue 405,889 425,500 416,517 429,300 12,783 3.07%

River Market 547,110 607,000 607,000 607,000 0 0.00%

Golf 820,447 1,128,700 926,200 977,297 51,097 5.52%

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic

Center

475,883 540,300 540,300 428,844 (111,456) -20.63%

Zoo 3,065,341 3,557,041 3,429,946 3,763,409 333,463 9.72%

Airport Reimbursement 3,145,985 3,194,900 3,152,200 3,183,700 31,500 1.00%

Salary Reimbursement 911 562,500 750,000 750,000 750,000 0 0.00%

Fines and Fees 3,232,544 3,199,875 3,009,875 3,161,210 151,335 5.03%

Utility Franchises 27,955,604 27,686,000 28,273,500 28,744,707 471,207 1.67%

Interest Earnings (58,336) 50,000 200,000 200,000 0 0.00%

All Other 2,089,972 1,810,100 1,873,550 1,959,926 86,376 4.61%

Transfers In 5,411,301 1,780,892 7,036,743 7,994,672 957,929 13.61%

Carryover 550,000 550,000 n/a

Total General Fund 185,532,008 184,264,530 189,866,530 194,740,211 4,873,681 2.57%

Other Budgeted Funds

Street 17,582,631 19,363,696 19,363,696 20,050,226 686,530 3.55%

Fleet Services 12,703,594 13,144,531 13,144,531 13,345,076 200,545 1.53%

Vehicle Storage Facility 1,362,661 1,348,840 1,348,840 1,382,410 33,570 2.49%

Waste Disposal 18,561,027 17,563,000 17,563,000 17,577,000 14,000 0.08%

Parking Garages 2,136,721 2,224,167 2,224,167 2,196,750 (27,417) -1.23%

Total Other Budgeted Funds 52,346,634 53,644,234 53,644,234 54,551,462 907,228 1.69%

Total All Budgeted Funds $237,878,642 $237,908,764 $243,510,764 $249,291,673 $5,780,909 2.43%

* Includes Property Tax and Pension Turnback funds associated with the Police and Fire Pension.

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 OPERATING REVENUES

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$20,000,000

$40,000,000

$60,000,000

$80,000,000

$100,000,000

2013 2014 2015

Sales Taxes Utility Franchises

All Other Property Taxes

General Government

Summary of Revenues

2013-2015

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2013 2014 2015

ACTUAL ADOPTED ADOPTED

GENERAL FUND

PROPERTY TAX

Property Taxes 17,027,827$ 17,567,560$ 18,270,300$

Pension Property Taxes 1,067,074 7,510,200 1,125,900

Homestead Taxes 7,247,568 1,082,600 7,484,100

Act 9 Industry Payment 102,473 377,820 376,048

Property Taxes LR Port Authority 388,933 10,000 20,000

Total Property Taxes 25,833,875 26,548,180 27,276,348

SALES TAX

County Sales & Use Tax 39,419,294 39,999,500 40,045,900

City Sales Tax 52,596,028 53,177,100 53,896,600

State Tax Turnback 3,160,281 2,946,800 2,742,315

Total Sales Taxes 95,175,603 96,123,400 96,684,815

BUSINESS LICENSES

General Business Licenses 6,304,434 6,363,000 6,451,900

Mixed Drinks Licenses 2,158,210 2,205,000 2,285,600

Total Business Licenses 8,462,644 8,568,000 8,737,500

PERMITS

Building & Excavation Permits 1,182,954 1,080,000 1,287,500

Electrical Permits 304,254 285,000 318,300

Plumbing Permits 267,227 255,000 317,250

HVAC Permits 264,793 244,000 267,800

Wrecker Franchise 81,879 75,000 96,000

Burn Permits 2,073 2,200 2,200

Total Permits 2,103,180 1,941,200 2,289,050

INTERGOVERNMENTAL

Insurance Turnback 2,961,546 2,961,500 3,701,684

Police and Fire Pension Insurance Turnback 3,340,920 3,391,942 3,300,749

Total Intergovernmental 6,302,466 6,353,442 7,002,433

POLICE SERVICES

Police Report 438,083 450,000 394,000

False Alarm 17,160 20,000 100,000

Airport - Security Guards 1,908,192 1,907,400 1,926,500

Total Police Services 2,363,435 2,377,400 2,420,500

FIRE SERVICES

Airport-Fire Protection 1,237,793 1,287,500 1,257,200

Total Fire Services 1,237,793 1,287,500 1,257,200

PARK REVENUE

SWLR Community Complex 97,607 100,000

95,000

Athletics Fees

103,533 97,800 108,400

Pavilion Rental 48,298 47,000 56,400

Community Center & Miscellaneous Fees 97,002 124,100 119,700

Admissions Revenue 40,086 35,000 35,000

Miscellaneous Revenue 19,363 21,600 14,800

Total Park Revenue 405,889 425,500

429,300

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 OPERATING REVENUE

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2015 OPERATING REVENUE

RIVER MARKET

Admissions Revenue 195,179 220,000 220,000

Space Rental 351,931 387,000 387,000

Total River Market Revenue 547,110 607,000 607,000

GOLF

Concessions Revenue 114,764 136,500 138,100

Green Fees 879,380 949,000 887,900

Equipment Rental 465,858 585,400 512,200

Merchandise Sales 17,373 94,400 95,000

Miscellaneous Revenue 19,452 24,200 4,900

Parks Contra Revenue (Debt Service) (676,380) (660,800) (660,803)

Total Golf Revenue 820,447 1,128,700 977,297

JIM DAILEY FITNESS & AQUATIC CENTER

Annual Membership 46,853 50,000 50,000

Monthly Membership 209,957 227,500 189,000

Daily Fees 91,123 106,000 82,100

Corporate Fees 211,479 229,000 190,400

Special Fees 5,302 6,100 4,800

Other 58,096 69,600 52,600

Miscellaneous 15,404 6,300 14,100

Parks Contra Revenue (Debt Svc) (162,331) (154,200) (154,156)

Total Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center 475,883 540,300 428,844

ZOO

Membership 418,932 440,000 510,000

Zoo Admissions 1,727,285 2,147,191 2,289,600

Concessions 519,948 580,000 564,600

Token Sales 185,163 146,150 213,200

Education 37,584 61,500 31,000

Special Events 280,626 200,000 195,700

Zoo Rentals 52,466 70,000 58,500

Merchandise Sales 330,309 370,000 368,200

Miscellaneous 27,078 35,300 25,700

Parks Contra Revenue (Debt Svc) (514,050) (493,100) (493,091)

Total Zoo Revenue 3,065,341 3,557,041 3,763,409

MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES FOR SERVICES

Crossing Guards-LRSD Reimbursement 630,159 572,200 699,100

911 Services Reimbursement 562,500 750,000 750,000

Total Miscellaneous Services 1,192,659

1,322,200 1,449,100

FINES

Fines - Traffic 1,952,687 1,870,000 1,870,000

Fines - Criminal - Other 345,890 350,000 334,000

Probation Assessments 46,185 40,000 54,000

Additional Court Cost 19,420 19,500 19,500

Theft Diversion Class 100 - -

Fines - Parking 299,139 335,000 300,000

Fines - Child Passenger Protection 4,051 4,300 4,300

Fines - Environmental 19,633 16,000 16,000

Fines - Animal 277,986 290,000 20,000

Fines - Other (23,934) 4,200 4,200

Drunk-O-Meter 3,934 4,000 4,000

Total Fines 2,945,091 2,933,000 2,626,000

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2015 OPERATING REVENUE

FEES

Rezoning Fees 52,861 50,000 50,000

Act 9 Admin Fees 2,500 4,000 4,510

Incident Report Fees 1,510 - -

Civil Court Fees 73,663 70,000 74,000

Booking & Admin Fee -Pulaski County Jail 30 - -

Community Service Fees 27,445 26,200 25,000

Miscellaneous Service Fees 105,627 101,675 101,700

Mobile Home Registration Fees 23,596 15,000 30,000

Animal Services 221 - 250,000

Total Fees 287,453 266,875 535,210

UTILITY FRANCHISE

Entergy 13,151,262 12,482,000 13,194,900

S W Bell 800,269 710,000 683,200

Local Landline Franchise Fees 262,062 222,500 240,700

Long Dist. Franchise Fees 918,586 917,500 730,000

Centerpoint Energy 3,382,754 3,323,000 3,800,000

Central Ark Water 3,211,977 3,460,000 3,345,300

LR Waste Water 4,671,529 5,043,300 4,992,500

Fiber Optics 1,404,692 1,400,000 1,591,800

Cable TV 1,904,571 1,884,800 1,925,600

Franchise Fee Contra (1,752,098) (1,757,100) (1,759,293)

Total Utility Franchises 27,955,604 27,686,000 28,744,707

INVESTMENT INCOME

Interest Income (58,336) 50,000 200,000

Total Investment Income (58,336) 50,000 200,000

RENTS AND ROYALTIES

Tower Lease 258,020 258,000 257,196

Ground Leases 6,031 6,600 6,030

Amusement Park Leases 3,300 3,300 3,300

Total Rents and Royalties 267,351 267,900 266,526

MISCELLANEOUS INCOME

Security Deposit Rental Reimbursement - - -

Other Reimbursement (3,125) - -

Contributions/Donations

269,019 250,000 250,000

Miscellaneous Revenue 471,325 250,000 250,300

Total Miscellaneous Revenue 737,219 500,000 500,300

Transfers In 5,411,301 1,780,892 7,994,672

Carryover from 2014 550,000

TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUE 185,532,008 184,264,530 194,740,211

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2015 OPERATING REVENUE

STREET FUND

ST Homestead Tax 309,482 302,000 319,100

1/2 County Road Tax 4,938,010 5,171,400 5,170,200

State Gas Tax Turnback 10,542,380 12,100,000 12,672,900

Street Repair Reimbursement 13,355 10,000 14,700

Insurance Reimbursement 149,300 50,000 120,000

Interest On Investments (8,922) 5,000 38,600

Transfer In 1,639,026 1,725,296 1,714,726

TOTAL STREET FUND 17,582,631 19,363,696 20,050,226

FLEET INTERNAL SERVICE FUND

Fleet Labor 2,609,630 2,843,569 2,845,262

Fuel Fees 3,426,805 3,671,802 3,550,170

Compresssed Natural Gas - - 168,920

Miscellaneous Sales 8,290 8,000 32,998

Motor Pool 10,142 8,932 8,932

Fleet Parts 3,315,656 3,372,450 3,378,090

Insurance 924,471 790,998 766,000

Fleet Management 730,356 1,138,780 1,153,623

Fleet Sublets 1,564,302 1,310,000 1,441,081

Interest on Investments 1,573 - -

Capital Contribution 112,369

TOTAL FLEET INTERNAL SERVICE FUND 12,703,594 13,144,531 13,345,076

VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITY

Licenses and Permits 11,745 21,240 16,300

Storage Fees 326,472 330,000 363,500

Wrecker Fees 413,965 420,000 426,610

Vehicle Auction Sale 345,945 448,000 446,400

Impound Administration 95,377 100,000

100,000

Vehicle Storage Miscellaneous 169,157 29,600 29,600

TOTAL VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITY 1,362,661 1,348,840 1,382,410

WASTE DISPOSAL ENTERPRISE FUND

Sanitation Fees 16,055,563 15,910,000 16,016,000

Landfill Fees 1,934,579 1,300,000 1,250,000

Methane Gas Revenue 174,379 135,000 95,000

Yard Waste 124,738 100,000 75,000

Compost Sale 113,321 100,000 80,000

Interest On Investments (27,144) 8,000 50,000

Miscellaneous Revenue 185,591 10,000 11,000

TOTAL WASTE DISPOSAL ENTERPRISE FUND 18,561,027 17,563,000 17,577,000

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2015 OPERATING REVENUE

PARKING GARAGES

Business License - Auto/Truck 267,378 270,000 273,600

Street Repair Reimbursement 153,039 180,000 244,500

Parking Meters 486,584 500,000 394,400

Surface Lot Parking 82,771 93,117 93,000

Parking Deck Monthly 908,711 870,000 881,000

Parking Deck Daily 172,157 248,500 253,800

Parking Peabody 67,382 60,000 48,200

Interest on Investments (1,302) 2,100 7,800

Miscellaneous Income - 450 450

TOTAL PARKING GARAGES 2,136,721 2,224,167 2,196,750

GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS 237,878,642$ 237,908,764$ 249,291,673$

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

REVENUES CHANGE

2011 Operating Revenues 150.5

2012 Operating Revenues 180.2 19.73%

2013 Operating Revenues 185.5 2.94%

2014 Operating Revenues 184.3 -0.65%

2015 Operating Revenues 194.7 5.64%

REVENUE TRENDS

OVERALL

The City’s General Fund revenues are primarily comprised of sales and use taxes,

property taxes, utility franchise fees, fines and fees and revenues from various

licenses and permits. The largest source of revenue in the City’s General Fund is

sales and use tax, which contributes approximately 50% to the 2015 budget. The

2015 operating budget includes an increase in sales tax of only 0.25% over 2014

actual tax collections because of better than expected tax collections in December.

In September 2011, voters approved an overall one (1)-cent sales tax increase,

with 5/8-cent dedicated for ongoing operating expenses and 3/8-cent dedicated to

capital projects over a ten (10) year period. The 2014 sales tax grew at a rate of

1.33% over 2013 actuals. Growth in monthly sales tax receipts compared to the

same period a year ago continued to be volatile throughout the year without any

definitive trends. Sales tax revenue for March, May and December sales grew at

a rate of over 6% in comparison to the same periods a year ago, while revenues

for January and April sales were more than 5% below the same period a year ago.

Consumer confidence appears to be on the rise, but sales taxes generated by retail

sales have remained relatively flat. The impact of increasing internet sales and

rebates of local sales tax on business, governmental, and non-profit purchases in

excess of $2,500 have stifled local tax growth. State statute restricts the level of

tax information available to municipalities which makes revenue forecasting very

difficult.

The 2015 budget includes the revenue and expense associated with separate

property tax millages and state turnback funds for the closed Police and Fire

Pension and Relief Funds. The revenue is passed through the General Fund and

contributed directly to the Police and Fire Pension Funds. In prior years, this

revenue has been reflected as a year-end adjustment and has not been included

in the annual budget. In 2015, the dedicated revenue of approximately $11.2

million is included in the General Fund budget. The projected change in operating

revenues is approximately 5.6% over the original 2014 operating budget and 2.6%

above the final amended 2014 budget.

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Property taxes comprise approximately 14% of 2015 General Fund budgeted

revenues. Assessments of real estate and personal property are levied in the

current year and collectible in the following year. Little Rock is in Pulaski County

which completed a real estate reappraisal in 2012. Historically, the reappraisal is

on a three (3) year cycle, however; the Arkansas State Assessment Coordination

Department altered the reappraisal to a five (5) year cycle with the next appraisal

scheduled to occur in 2017. Personal property is reappraised annually by May 31.

The original charge for 2014 property taxes to be collected in 2015 reflects a 3.43%

increase over 2014.

Utility franchise fees comprise approximately 14.8% of 2015 General Fund

budgeted revenues. 2014 utility franchise revenues were 0.66% above 2013.

Overall, 2015 utility franchise fees are projected to be 2.14% higher than 2014

actual revenues and 1.67% over the final amended 2014 budget. Weather plays

a significant role in the majority of the annual franchise fee revenues. The largest

percentage changes experienced in 2014 were associated with Fiber Optics, Local

Landline and Long Distance. Windstream and AT&T U–Verse contribute to Fiber

Optics revenues. Fiber Optics continues to be an increasing franchise fee with

increased revenue of 20.38% over prior year revenues. The trend towards

households with only wireless phones gains in popularity. Local landline and long

distance franchise fee revenues experienced double digit declines of over 12%

and 13%, respectively. Telecommunication revenues are expected to further

decrease as wireless communication continues to increase market share. The

largest dollar changes experienced in 2014 were associated with Entergy (electric

utility), CenterPoint Energy (gas utility), Wastewater, and Fiber Optics.

Temperatures never exceeded 100 degrees in 2014. Entergy usage declined by

0.58% and revenues decreased 3.43% or approximately $450,000 from 2013. The

decline in revenue was primarily associated with a reduction in rates due to the

expiration of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rider associated

with the utility’s exit from a multi-state agreement in which it had operated for

decades to equalize rates among member states. The relatively harsh winter of

2013/2014 and an increase in gas rates resulted in a significant increase in natural

gas franchise fee revenues from 2014 levels. CenterPoint usage levels increased

6.23% with an increase to revenues of 10.56% and over $350,000. Wastewater

revenues increased $300,000 due to a 7% rate increase in 2014. Wastewater

Utility has no plans for a rate increase in 2015. Wastewater revenues are projected

to be in line with 2014 revenues. Central Arkansas Water and the Wastewater

utility have experienced significant reductions in water usage due to efficiencies in

technology, conservation efforts, and significant rainfall in the spring and summer.

Of the City’s utility providers, only Entergy is anticipated to have a rate increase in

2015. Entergy Arkansas has announced a 3.4% increase in rates to address a

recalculation of a payment that it made to its sister company. The recalculation

resulted from a $67.8 million shortfall that the new rate increase will address.

Licenses and permits comprise approximately 5.7% of 2015 General Fund

revenues. 2014 revenues from licenses and permits increased 4.8% over 2013

and are expected to remain flat in 2015. Business licenses and mixed drink

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increase for 2014 is associated with building and related permits. Building and

related permits increased approximately 20% or over $411,000 due to an increase

in commercial construction. Fines and fee revenues decreased approximately

7.9% compared to one year ago primarily from a decline of 10.5% in traffic fines

and a decline of 7.0% in parking fines. Some of the decline in parking fines was

associated with the closure of metered spaces due to the commercial construction

projects in the downtown area.

PROPERTY TAXES

In general, all real and personal property situated in the City is subjected to ad

valorem taxation with some exceptions, such as school property and libraries.

Residents, utilities, and businesses in Little Rock are assessed and levied property

taxes as follows:

 Assessed value is an amount equal to twenty (20) percent of market value,

and the levied millage is applied against the assessed value to determine

the tax owed. With the passage of Amendment 79, the appraised value of

residential property is limited to a maximum increase of 5% annually,

regardless of the increase in market value of the property. A non-residential

property or an investment property is limited to an annual increase of 10%.

 Any annual increase in the value of utility and carrier real property is limited

to 10% of the assessed value for the previous year.

 Tax levies, expressed in terms of millage are passed by local governments

and certified to the County Tax Collector, who bills and collects the tax. One

mill equals $1 in tax per $1,000 in assessed value.

 A Little Rock resident living in the Little Rock School District is charged a

millage rate of 70.10.

 Taxes are remitted to the City monthly by the Pulaski County Treasurer as

payments are received throughout the year.

The City tax levies the past two years were as follows:

2013 Payable 2014 2014 Payable 2015

General Operation 5.00 5.00

Bond Retirement 3.00 3.00

Library System 5.20 5.20

Police & Firemen’s Pension 2.00 2.00

15.20 15.20

The General Assembly exercised its homestead exemption authority with the

passage of Act 1598 of 2001 (Amendment 79). A homestead is a property which

is an owner’s principal place of residence. Effective with the assessment year

2000 and thereafter, the amount of real property taxes assessed on the homestead

of each property owner is reduced by $350.

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The City recently received notice of the original charge for 2014 property taxes to

be collected in 2015 which reflects an overall increase of 3.43%. The original

charge for the previous year increased 2.43%. The Pulaski County Treasurer’s

Office is experiencing a collection rate of approximately 96%, which includes

collection of delinquent taxes from previous years.

The dedicated one mill property tax levies for the Police and Fire Pension plans

are included in the General Fund budget. The revenue is collected in the General

Fund and is contributed directly to the Police and Fire Pension Funds. Prior to

2013, this “pass-through” revenue was not included in the annual budget, but was

included in actual revenues as a year-end adjustment. The dedicated pension

property tax millage is expected to generate approximately $7,484,100 in

revenues.

In addition, the City receives approximately one-half of the collections from a 2.90

mill road tax levied by the County and restricted to use for street repair and

maintenance. The 2015 budget anticipates $5.49 million in property tax collections

from this tax.

In addition to the City millage of 15.20 and the County road millage of 2.90, a Little

Rock property owner’s tax assessment for 2014 includes 5.60 mills levied by the

County and 46.40 mills levied for the Little Rock School District. The total millage

for a Little Rock property owner is 70.10 for 2014 property taxes payable in 2015.

The general operations 5.0 mill levy is the maximum rate allowable under state law

for general city operations. Property tax revenues include Act 9 Payments which

are payments in lieu of property taxes paid by certain industrial companies.

Dillards, LM Wind Power Blades, Inc., Novus, Ringwood Container, Sage V Foods,

AR Aerospace, Welspun Pipes, Inc., Jacuzzi and Windstream are companies

which are scheduled to make Act 9 payments in 2015.

COUNTY SALES TAX

The City receives a pro-rata share of a one (1) cent countywide sales tax.

Distribution is based on the Little Rock population as a percentage of Pulaski

County’s total population. According to the 2010 Census, Little Rock experienced

a 5.0% growth in population from the 2000 Census. The City comprises

approximately 50.56% of the County population and therefore receives this

percentage of the County sales and use tax. The projected revenue for 2015 from

this tax is $40,045,900, which represents a 1.50% increase over the anticipated

2014 year-end results at the time the budget was adopted and only a 0.29%

increase over 2014 actual sales tax receipts.

Use taxes, paid mostly by businesses, resemble sales taxes. They apply to goods

purchased from out-of-state merchants such as catalog vendors. Use taxes

included in the projection are approximately $3,629,000 annually. On January 1,

2008, changes to Arkansas’s state and local sales tax laws were implemented for

purposes of compliance with the Streamlined Sales Tax Agreement. Including

Arkansas, the sales tax laws of twenty-four (24) states have been amended to

conform to the agreement.

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LOCAL SALES TAX

Prior to 2012, the City of Little Rock levied one of the lowest sales tax rates in the

State of Arkansas at 0.5%. In September 2011, voters approved an overall one

(1) cent sales tax increase which is comprised of a permanent 5/8-cent dedicated

for ongoing operations and a temporary 3/8-cent dedicated to capital projects over

a ten (10) year period. The new tax went into effect on January 1, 2012. The

existing 1/2-cent sales tax generated $23,687,072. The new 5/8-cent tax

dedicated to ongoing operations generated an additional $29,608,840 in revenue

in 2014 for a combined $53,295,912 in local sales tax for operations.

The 3/8-cent tax for capital projects generated $17,849,353 in 2014 and is

expected to generate $195.8 million over the ten (10) year period for capital

projects. The capital tax increased 1.57% over 2014 levels. The 3/8-cent tax

revenue is not reflected in General Fund revenues. Instead, it is reported in a

separate capital projects fund.

There is a two-month delay from the time the actual sales tax revenues are

collected by businesses and the time they are received by the City. Sales tax is

remitted by businesses to the State, which disburses this amount to the City, less

a 3% administrative charge. Prior to January 2014, local governments had limited

information regarding sales tax receipts which made forecasting these revenues

very difficult. As a result of concerted efforts by the Municipal League and

sponsoring cities, the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration now

issues a statistical report which classifies and summarizes tax collection and

adjustment information for businesses, reporting activity for the specific city or

county by NAICS code. Over time, the reports are expected to better assist in

sales tax forecasting. The report includes components that comprise negative

adjustments, such as refunds, rebates and corrections.

The local sales tax of 1.5% grew at a slightly higher rate of 1.33% than the county’s

sales tax growth rate of 1.29%. The projected revenue for 2015 from the local tax

for the General Fund is approximately $53,896,600 which represents a 1.5%

increase from anticipated 2014 year-end results at the time the budget was

adopted, and 1.13% over actual 2014 receipts.

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STATE TAX TURNBACK

The State General Assembly, through the Office of Budget, appropriates and then

distributes an amount for turnback to municipalities each July 1

, based on

population. The General Fund turnback for 2015 was reduced from $16.00 to

$14.90 per capita, or a 6.875% decrease. The Arkansas State Legislature

appropriated monies to be disbursed to county and local governments from the

surplus of the Property Tax Relief Fund. Historically, Little Rock has received

approximately $411,000 from this appropriation. A reduced surplus in the fund will

result in a reduced appropriation to Little Rock of $205,622. The 2015 legislature

will have an option to appropriate the remaining $205,622 during its session. State

turnback funds are expected to generate approximately $2.74 million dollars in

General Fund revenue in 2015.

Month 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014

January $6,083,989 $9,666,249 $567,572 $594,574 $5,890,046 $3,671,283

February 6,402,534 8,610,433 728,037 908,314 1,897,309 1,889,235

March 5,816,498 8,864,931 742,998 838,838 1,889,913 1,889,914

April 6,019,069 9,090,103 646,154 1,005,050 1,890,084 1,889,914

May 6,643,763 9,684,676 589,734 1,108,430 1,884,772 1,889,593

June 6,880,560 9,380,094 671,509 1,151,947 1,889,911 1,889,914

July 6,750,810 10,386,237 803,621 1,049,503 5,424,973 7,436,193

August 7,684,016 9,310,017 865,190 1,153,167 2,586,804 2,056,571

September 9,473,120 9,483,760 817,319 1,084,170 1,889,910

2,052,581

October 9,422,856 9,763,094 742,984 1,042,826 1,889,910 2,056,449

November 8,234,597 9,282,963 686,467 923,264 1,889,429 2,056,540

December 8,433,441 9,054,076 685,869 755,209 1,889,910 2,054,946

Total $87,845,255 $112,576,632 $8,547,455 $11,615,292 $30,434,803 $30,833,131

* Includes $4 million appropriation from the Property Tax Relief Fund

** Includes $3,516,786.65 supplemental in July 2012 and $3,516,799.83 in July 2013

State Turnback

State Turnback Year-to-Date 2014 with 2013 Comparison (shaded blue)

Street Severance General

Month 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013

January $44,899,051 $43,764,256 $41,135,484 $39,379,372 $86,034,535 $83,143,628 $4,805 $12,329

February 51,556,660 51,585,273 46,326,186 44,215,215 97,882,846 95,800,488 5,765 26,338

March 41,142,676 42,875,487 37,596,230 38,040,827 78,738,906 80,916,314 5,571 8,508

April 44,819,678 44,204,032 41,824,879 39,707,294 86,644,557 83,911,326 6,185 24,953

May 48,373,032 47,315,206 43,431,803 42,055,467 91,804,835 89,370,673 6,011 5,611

June 45,121,494 46,455,658 40,770,568 41,846,373 85,892,061 88,302,031 7,080 27,062

July 50,985,699 47,227,642 45,660,838 42,580,665 96,646,537 89,808,307 7,291 7,773

August 48,591,520 47,615,222 44,364,160 43,352,547 92,955,680 90,967,768

7,038 25,210

eptember 48,279,490 45,850,267 43,224,258 43,479,764 91,503,748 89,330,031 9,120 9,433

October 50,649,942 46,540,715 45,482,360 44,208,889 96,132,302 90,749,603 8,604 26,911

November 48,903,456 45,245,392 44,043,654 42,367,542 92,947,110 87,612,934 19,648 8,718

December 49,348,276 45,359,946 44,623,076 41,645,364 93,971,352 87,005,310 14,221 29,399

Total $572,670,974 $554,039,096 $518,483,496 $502,879,319 $1,091,154,469 $1,056,918,413 $101,339 $212,245

Averages $47,722,581 $46,169,925 $43,206,958 $41,906,610 $90,929,539 $88,076,534 $8,445 $17,687

Municipal Sles and Use Tax has an effect on local sles tax revenues and is one of the factors that affect local sales tax based on where

the purchaser takes receipt or delivery of the product or service.

Source: Debbie Rogers, Office of State Treasurer

Interes t

Local Option Sales and Use Tax in Arkansas

Sale and Use Tax Year-to-Date 2014 with 2013 Comparison (shaded blue)

Municipal Tax County Tax Total Tax

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INTEREST EARNINGS

Interest earned on the investments and bank deposits of the General Fund, certain

bond retirement funds, special projects and capital funds can legally be utilized for

any municipal purpose. The Federal Funds rate has decreased to a target range

of between 0.00% and 0.25% and has remained at historically low levels since

January 1, 2009. The Discount Rate currently remains at 0.75%. Larger fund

balances increased investment income approximately $140,000 in 2014.

Investment income before year-end fair market value adjustments was

approximately $218,000.

Securities held are short in duration, backed by the U.S. government and are

among the safest securities in the world. Short term rates remained steady

throughout 2014 but are forecasted to increase mid-year 2015. In November 2014,

the Fed announced that it was ending a two year stimulus program (Quantitative

Easing or QE3) designed to keep interest rates low and boost the economy.

Slightly higher interest rates coupled with steady fund balances should increase

investment earnings slightly in 2015. The City’s bank deposits are expected to yield

a favorable 0.45% in 2015.

UTILITY FRANCHISES

Utility franchise fees are charged to public utilities for the privilege of using the

City’s streets and rights-of-way. The public utilities paying franchise fees are listed

below with the annual rate, which is typically based on the gross revenues of the

utility:

Entergy 5.20% of gross revenue collection for the

current calendar year or $8.8 million,

which-ever is greater

CenterPoint Energy 5.20% of gross revenue for the current

calendar year or $2.1 million, whichever is

greater

AT&T (Local Land Lines) 7.32% of local exchange access line

charges for the previous calendar year

All Other Local Land Lines 7.32% of local exchange access line

charges for the previous calendar year

Comcast Cable 5.00% of gross revenues

Central Arkansas Water 10.00% of gross revenues from water

sales to customers within the City plus

0.1545 times 20% of the book value of the

Water Works system inside the City limits

WasteWater Utility 10.00% of gross revenues

Fiber Optics 5.00% of gross revenues

Long Distance Franchise $0.004 per minute of toll calls

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Overall franchise fee revenues in 2014 were 0.66% higher than 2013 levels.

CenterPoint Energy, the gas utility, experienced significant revenue increases

totaling over $350,000 (10.6%) due to the harsh winter of 2013/2014. The relative

cold and wet winter increased usage levels by 6.23%. The winter of 2014/2015 is

forecasted to be one of the coldest and wettest on record. Natural gas prices

remain historically low.

CenterPoint accumulates and stores natural gas for the next heating season. The

cost of natural gas makes up between 70% and 80% of the typical bill. CenterPoint

reports its natural gas costs to the Arkansas Public Service Commission at the end

of October each year. Those rates are passed along to customers with no profit

going to the utility. CenterPoint announced a 6.9% rate increase in the gas rate

beginning in the summer of 2014. Natural gas reserves are at an eleven (11) year

low, the result of a long winter and cold spring of 2014. Certain franchise fee

revenues, such as Entergy, CenterPoint, and Central Arkansas Water are directly

impacted by the weather.

A reduction in rates with the expiration of the FERC rider and an unseasonably

mild 2014 summer, with no recorded days over 100 degrees, resulted in a

decrease in Entergy franchise revenues of 3.43% and over $450,000 while usage

was slightly down by 0.58%. On January 13, 2015, the Arkansas Public Service

Commission approved a 3.4% increase resulting from a recalculation in rates to

address an earlier $67.8 million shortfall. The recalculated adjustment will affect

all monthly bills in 2015. The 2015 budgeted amount for Entergy is 3.90% higher

than 2014 levels due to the stated rate increase and an expected warmer summer.

In October 2014, Central Arkansas Water (CAW) announced proposed rate

increases for wholesale customers who sell to private utilities for the years 2016

and 2017. There are no plans for a rate increase in 2015. A very mild 2014

summer and ample rainfall decreased water consumption considerably, along with

efficiencies in water conservation efforts. These factors led to a decline in water

revenues of approximately $45,000 or 1.4% from 2013 levels. An on-going national

trend is that water consumption continues to decrease due to water saving

appliances and conservation measures.

Little Rock Wastewater revenues increased 6.52% over the previous year. The

majority of the increase was attributed to a 7% increase in the sewer rate. There

is no announced rate increase for 2015, however, Little Rock Wastewater is

expected to issue debt in 2015 to pay for expansion of storage facilities and a pump

station upgrade. There are scheduled rate increases for 2016, 2018 and 2019.

Scheduled rate increases were implemented to comply with the terms of the Sierra

Club lawsuit to reduce sanitary sewer overflows in Little Rock.

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Franchise fee revenues from local land line companies continue to decline from a

peak in 1998. This trend is expected to continue in the foreseeable future, with

more customers migrating from utilization of a home phone (land line) and a mobile

phone to only a mobile phone. Revenue from local land line providers declined

12.6% in 2014 and are expected to further decrease in 2015. The decline could

be sharper but many alarm users still maintain a land line to operate their system.

The downward trend in traditional franchise fee revenues from long distance

providers is a result of an increase in wireless or mobile phone usage for long

distance calls. The franchise fee revenue from long distance decreased 13.8% in

2014. A one-time upward adjustment in 2013 skewed the decline in 2014. Long

distance revenue is projected to further decline 3% to 5% in 2015.

Fiber optic companies, such as AT&T U-Verse and Windstream, are now in direct

competition with Comcast Cable, which has historically been one of the City’s

leading growth franchise customers. Overall, fiber optics and cable franchise

revenues increased 7.63% in 2014. Windstream revenues for 2014 were only

slightly lower than 2013, while AT&T U-Verse franchise fees increased by 28.5%

and Comcast Cable declined 1.78%. Fiber optic companies rarely announce

anticipated rate increases in advance of the actual rate change. Cell phone, alarm

system revenues and Internet usage are not included in the franchise agreement.

Fiber optic forecasted revenues should remain steady for 2015.

Franchise fee revenues for fiscal year 2015 are forecasted to be 2.14% above

2014 receipts and 1.67% higher than the amended 2014 budget. Utilities may

adjust rates during the course of the year which affects revenues. In addition,

severe weather or unusual weather patterns may impact franchise revenues.

$6,400,000

$12,800,000

$19,200,000

$25,600,000

$32,000,000

Budget Budget Budget

Actual Adopted Adopted

2013 2014 2015

Utility Franchise

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BUSINESS LICENSES

Business licenses are required annually for every business operating within the

City limits. License fees are billed, collected, and administered by the City’s

Treasury Management Division. Business licenses continue to be a stable

revenue source with 2014 license fees increasing 1% to over $6.37 million. The

increase of approximately $65,700 for 2014 is attributed to a steady local economy

and aggressive collection of delinquent accounts. 2015 revenues are expected to

remain at 2014 levels with no scheduled rate increases. A business license

committee will review the fairness and equity of the business license fee structure

periodically and provide recommendations to the Board of Directors.

MIXED DRINK PERMITS AND SUPPLEMENTAL TAX

Hotels, restaurants, and bars are required to have a permit in order to sell alcoholic

beverages for on-premises consumption. In addition, a 10% supplemental tax is

levied on public liquor sales and a 5% tax is levied on sales by private clubs within

the City. 2014 mixed drink revenue was 1.4% above 2013. The City enjoys a

strong working relationship with the State of Arkansas Alcohol Beverage Control

Agency to ensure that every business in Little Rock with a state alcohol permit is

also registered with the Treasury Management Office. The 2015 budget

anticipates an increase of approximately 3% over the 2014 amended budget.

BUILDING AND RELATED PERMITS

Building and related permits, which include electrical permits, plumbing permits,

and heating ventilation and air conditioning (hvac) permits, were approximately

20% above 2013 and approximately 30% over the 2014 original budget. The

increase was primarily due to large one-time commercial construction projects

such as the Gateway Mall, next to the Bass Pro Shop in Southwest Little Rock. All

sectors of the city experienced increases in building activity in 2014. 2015 building

permits are expected to drop from the elevated 2014 levels but are expected to be

above 2013 levels. The City’s Planning & Development Department projects

construction to remain stagnant for residential permits. Continued favorable

interest rates should continue to spur commercial construction activity in Little

Rock.

SW Bel (AT&T) 0.00%

Entergy 3.40%

Long Distance 0.00%

Local Land Lines 0.00%

CenterPoint 0.00%

Central AR Water 0.00%

Fiber Optics 0.00%

Waste Water Utility 0.00%

Announced Utility Rate Increases for 2015

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FINES

Fines and related fees comprise 1.63% of the 2015 budget. 2014 fines and fees

were approximately $255,300 or 7.9% below the previous year. Traffic and parking

fine revenues were the main contributors to the decrease. Traffic fine revenues

decreased 10.5% while parking fine revenues decreased 7.0% from one year ago.

Parking fine revenue continues to suffer from construction along South Main which

has caused temporary closure of metered spaces. Both traffic and parking fines

are expected to increase in 2015 as additional Police officers funded by the new

5/8 cent sales tax are deployed and temporarily closed parking meters are

reopened.

PARK & ZOO REVENUE

General Fund park revenues are generated by three (3) golf courses, tennis fees,

community center fees, athletics fees, summer programs and pavilion rentals.

Prior to 2013, the Zoo, Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center, and the municipal golf

courses (Rebsamen, Hindman and War Memorial) were operated as separate

enterprise funds. At the end of 2012, these activities were consolidated into the

General Fund. The 2015 General Fund parks and Zoo budget includes an

increase of 9.61% or $676,000 from 2014 actuals. The majority of the increase for

2015 can be attributed to the anticipated increase in Zoo admissions and

concessions. Green fee revenues from the three golf courses are also forecasted

to increase. The Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center suffered a fire in 2014 which

resulted in a decline in revenues.

Excluding transfers in and donations, Zoo revenues increased approximately 7.5%

or $267,193 from one year ago. However; the revenues were 5.7% below the

original 2014 budget, which included a rate increase. Similar to park revenues, Zoo

revenues are heavily dependent on weather conditions. There were similar

weather patterns in 2013 and 2014 where the spring was unseasonably cold

followed by a very wet

summer. 2014 Zoo

annual memberships

increased 18.21%,

Zoo admissions

increased 11.50% and

Zoo concessions

increased 7.29%. Zoo

admissions account for

approximately

$409,000 of the

increase to parks &

Zoo revenue. In 2014, the Zoo purchased a new train and renovated the train

tracks. Overall, 2015 Zoo revenues are projected to be approximately 12% higher

than 2014 actual revenues. Zoo rate adjustments in 2015 include 95ȼ increases

in fees for adult and child admission, and an increase of $4 in annual membership

fees. In addition, parking fees will increase from $2 to $3 per vehicle. No change

in group rates is anticipated.

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The City operates three (3) public golf courses and relies heavily on greens fees

and concession revenues to operate these courses. Historically, March is the start

of the busy season for golf courses. Similar to Zoo revenues, the cold spring

months coupled with the wet summer months reduced the number of patrons on

each course in 2014, with the exception of Hindman. Excluding the debt service

contribution, overall

golf revenues were

5.6% above 2013

levels. 2014

Rebsamen Golf

revenues decreased

approximately 3%.

War Memorial

revenues decreased

13.72% from one

year ago and

Hindman Golf

Course increased

almost 85%. The sharp increase in Hindman revenues were the result of a full

year of operations at the course. In 2013, Hindman Golf Course was temporary

closed for the purpose of resurfacing all eighteen holes, including the practice

putting greens, and for renovations to the pro shop. The improvements and new

renovations at Hindman increased revenues 2.68% from 2013 levels. All three

golf courses are projected to maintain consistent revenues for 2015.

AIRPORT REIMBURSEMENT

The Little Rock National Airport reimburses the City for expenses related to police

and fire protection. In 2014, airport police reimbursements decreased 1.7% to

$1.876 million and airport fire reimbursements increased 3% to $1.276 million.

Staffing levels and 2015 airport reimbursements should be consistent with 2014.

STREET GAS TAX TURNBACK

The City receives state turnback funds directed to the Street Department. The gas

tax turnback is allocated based on the latest census and gallons of fuel consumed.

Basically, 15% of the tax on gasoline consumption goes toward municipal aid or

gas turnback. The passage of Constitutional Amendment No. 1 in the general

election of 2012 provided additional funding for State, County and City streets and

bridges with a temporary one-half percent (0.5%) sales and use tax for road

construction and maintenance. The ten (10)-year sales tax is effective from July 1,

2013 through December 2022. 2014 revenues were 21.65% higher than 2013,

which is attributed to a full year of the new tax. Gas turnback funds have been

trending downward as a result of lower gas consumption associated with more fuel

efficient automobiles. The State Highway Department’s turnback projection for

2015, including gas tax, severance tax and sales tax is $12.67 million. The 2015

Street Fund turnback appropriation increased from $65.00 to $65.10 per capita, a

0.15% increase. The 2015 street turnback estimate includes proceeds from the

$250,000

$500,000

$750,000

$1,000,000

Budget Budget Budget

Actual Adopted Adopted

2013 2014 2015

Golf Department

Green Fees

Equipment

Rental

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new highway 1/2-cent sales tax and severance tax on natural-gas. Currently,

approximately 7% of the turnback is attributed to the natural gas severance tax.

BOND & INTEREST FUND

Revenues from this fund were utilized to finance the debt service on the

$70,635,000 Limited Tax Bond Issue, Series 2004. In November 2003, voters

approved the continuance of a 3.3 annual property tax millage for debt service on

the bonds. The bonds were fully redeemed on April 1, 2013. The voters of Little

Rock approved a new annual ad valorem tax at a lesser rate of 3.0 mills at a special

election on September 11, 2012. The reduced millage replaces the previous 3.3

mill tax and is pledged for the financing of $105 million in street and drainage

improvements. On July 15, 2013, the City issued $58,105,000 of general obligation

debt ($42,000,000 for street improvements and $18,000,000 for drainage

improvements). The millage, along with the Homestead Credit, which is monies

generated from a state-wide half-cent sales tax, produced approximately $11

million toward 2014 debt service on the outstanding bonds.

WASTE DISPOSAL

The 2014 Waste Disposal charges for services revenues decreased 4.8%

compared to 2013. Landfill fees decreased almost 37% from 2013 levels. In 2013,

Waste Disposal had an exclusive one year agreement with Waste Management

and Waste Corporation for dumping fees. Revenues from methane gas dropped

26%, the result of an exclusive vendor experiencing equipment issues.

The monthly residential rate for sanitation pickup remained at $22.02. There are

approximately 58,000 households currently receiving garbage collection services.

No rate increases are scheduled for 2015. In addition, approximately 280

commercial vendors pay an average rate of $33.37 a month for waste disposal

services. The 2015 budget for sanitation fees of over $16 million is slightly lower

than 2014 actuals because it contains no anticipated delinquent collections.

Landfill fees are expected to generate approximately $1,250,000 in 2015 which is

$3,750,000

$5,750,000

$7,750,000

$9,750,000

$11,750,000

$13,750,000

Budget Budget Budget

Actual Adopted Adopted

2013 2014 2015

Street Fund

1/2 County

Road Tax

Gas Turnback

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an increase of 2.47%. Methane gas captured by the landfill is piped to a single

vendor and is expected to generate $95,000 in annual revenues.

VEHICLE STORAGE

Vehicle Storage revenues are generated from storage fees, wrecker fees, and

auction sales. These revenue sources contributed approximately 87% of total

2014 revenues which was a decrease of 10.2% from one year ago. Overall Vehicle

Storage revenues increased 1.0%. 2013 had some one-time reimbursements that

skewed revenues up for that year. The largest increase in 2014 was associated

with vehicle auctions which increased over $104,000 from one year ago, primarily

from an increase in available vehicles. The 2015 overall revenue budget remains

flat compared to 2014 actuals. There were 3,138 tows to the Little Rock Vehicle

Storage facility in 2014 compared to 3,257 in 2013. The average sales price per

vehicle auctioned in 2014 was $561.67.

$4,000,000

$8,000,000

$12,000,000

$16,000,000

$20,000,000

Budget Budget Budget

Actual Adopted Adopted

2013 2014 2015

Waste Fund

Sanitation

Fees

Landfill

Fees

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PARKING GARAGE FUND

The City of Little Rock operates two downtown parking garages. Garage revenues

are generated by daily and monthly parking fees at the Second and Main Street

Parking Facility and the RiverMarket Parking Garage. In addition to garage fees,

annual business license fees received from the rental and/or leasing of

automobiles and trucks, parking meter revenues, and street repair fees collected

from utility companies are pledged to debt service on the bonds issued to construct

the parking garages. Overall parking garage revenues were less than 1.00%

higher in 2014 than 2013. Monthly revenues from the Statehouse and the

RiverMarket Garages were 3.88% lower in 2014 but slightly above budget. Daily

revenues from both garages increased 29.10% with the majority of that increase

attributed to the RiverMarket Garage which has experienced increased parking

due to the growing popularity of the RiverMarket district and an overall reduction

in available parking spaces downtown.

Street cut revenues increased approximately $48,600 with the majority of this

increase coming from CenterPoint repairs and maintenance in the city’s right-of-

way. Overall parking Garage Fund revenues are expected to increase

approximately 2% compared to one year ago.

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General Fund Revenues

Sources and Trends

2010-2015

Revenues increased significantly with the implementation of a new

sales tax in 2012. The 5/8-cent portion of the tax for on-going

operations increased the existing 1/2-cent tax to a total of 1.125%.

Note: 2011 and 2012 Actual revenues have been adjusted to reflect

the consolidation of the River Market, Golf, Jim Dailey Fitness &

Aquatic Center, and Zoo Funds with the General Fund.

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CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 BUDGET SUMMARY

ALL FUNDS EXPENSES

$248,768,085

Street

Fund

8.06%

Fleet

Services

5.34%

Waste

Disposal

6.88%

General

Fund

78.28%

Vehicle Storage

Facility

.55%

Parking

Garages

.88%

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2013 2014 2014 2015 14/15 %

GENERAL FUND ACTUAL ADOPTED AMENDED* ADOPTED DIFF CHANGE

General Administrative $24,518,576 $20,296,290 $25,661,788 $28,062,042 $2,400,254 9.35%

Board of Directors 276,766 338,527 338,527 342,027 3,500 1.03%

Community Programs 372,737 388,081 490,370 423,578 (66,792) -13.62%

City Attorney 1,565,809 1,769,774 1,692,254 1,836,901 144,647 8.55%

District Court First Division 1,179,375 1,392,505 1,375,750 1,405,790 30,040 2.18%

District Court Second Division 1,186,390 1,247,286 1,247,286 1,248,245 959 0.08%

District Court Third Division 583,991 627,185 621,029 626,782 5,753 0.93%

Finance 2,900,097 3,136,992 3,088,125 3,204,124 115,999 3.76%

Human Resources 1,519,584 1,632,677 1,677,692 1,673,177 (4,515) -0.27%

Information Technology 3,788,479 4,358,322 4,183,585 4,679,784 496,199 11.86%

Planning Development 2,052,072 2,583,968 2,250,412 2,564,192 313,780 13.94%

Housing & Neighborhood Programs 5,129,094 5,673,839 4,710,980 5,790,389 1,079,409 22.91%

Public Works 974,942 1,166,482 1,050,592 1,159,922 109,330 10.41%

Parks & Recreation 8,575,043 9,739,691 9,231,574 9,958,932 727,358 7.88%

River Market 1,188,197 1,208,675 1,208,675 1,209,164 489 0.04%

Golf 2,386,862 2,187,165 2,187,165 2,308,904 121,739 5.57%

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center 847,286 896,565 897,168 901,127 3,959 0.44%

Zoo 6,056,684 6,488,801 6,143,673

6,733,727 590,054 9.60%

Fire 43,859,037 45,774,586 45,497,791 46,232,253 734,462 1.61%

Police 63,934,472 67,200,859 65,487,491 68,885,072 3,397,581 5.19%

Vacancy Savings (5,000,000) (6,000,000)

(6,000,000)

Sub-total General Operating 172,895,492 173,108,270 179,041,927 183,246,132 4,204,205 2.35%

TRANSFERS OUT/OTHER EXPENSES

Transfer out to Street Fund 1,282,000 1,082,000 1,282,000 1,082,000 (200,000) -15.60%

Special Projects/PIT 10,130,538 9,074,260 9,542,603 9,412,079 (130,524) -1.37%

Contingency/Reserve 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000

Sub-total of Transfers Out 11,412,538 11,156,260 10,824,603 11,494,079 669,476 6.18%

TOTAL GENERAL FUND 184,308,030 184,264,530 189,866,530 194,740,211 4,873,681 2.57%

OTHER FUNDS

Public Works - Street 15,336,023 19,363,696 19,363,696 20,050,226 686,530 3.55%

Fleet Services 12,683,067 13,135,688 13,259,688 13,294,275 34,587 0.26%

Vehicle Storage Facility 1,333,661 1,321,150 1,321,150 1,359,144 37,994 2.88%

Waste Disposal 16,617,509 17,655,926 17,655,926 17,127,479 (528,447) -2.99%

Parking Garages 2,104,780 2,224,167 2,224,167 2,196,750 (27,417) -1.23%

Sub-total Other Operating Funds 48,075,040 53,700,627 53,824,627 54,027,874 203,247 0.38%

TOTAL ALL FUNDS 232,383,070$ 237,965,157$ 243,691,157$ 248,768,085$ 5,076,928$ 2.08%

* The 2014 Amended Budget includes a reduction in departmental budgets for vacancy savings achieved throughout the year.

Vacancy savings represents savings from authorized but unfilled positions. The 2014 vacancy savings goal was fully realized.

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$20,000,000

$40,000,000

$60,000,000

$80,000,000

2013 2014 2015

Police Fire

All Others General Administration

Transfers Parks & Recreation

General Government

Summary of Appropriations

2013-2015

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CATEGORY Actual Budget Budget

Salaries Wages and Employee Benefits $133,090,473 $137,290,586 $139,939,883

Supplies and Materials 6,188,960 6,403,155 6,338,170

Repairs and Maintenance 6,485,281 6,796,658 7,093,723

Contractual 20,887,311 20,914,528 21,789,639

Capital Outlay 380,000 370,000

Debt Service 5,993,200 1,323,343 7,714,717

Transfers 11,662,806 11,156,260 11,494,079

Net City Expenditures $184,308,030 $184,264,530 $194,740,211

Staffing Level 1,696 1,708 1,722

Ratio 9.22 9.28 8.83

GENERAL FUND SUMMARY

EXPENDITURES BY CATEGORY

8.60

8.80

9.00

9.20

9.40

2013 2014 2015

STAFFING LEVEL PER MILLION DOLLARS BUDGETED

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Actual

Expend.

2014

Adopted

Budget

2015

Adopted

Budget

GENERAL FUND

GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE

101001 City Clerk 207,125$ 189,276$ 190,541$

101002 Administrative & General 18,471,416 14,763,384 21,480,968

101003 Employee Benefits 3,954,029 3,468,472 4,514,550

101004 Racial and Cultural Diversity 158,273 150,368 154,688

101006 Mayor & City Manager Administration 1,343,573 1,374,533 1,361,815

101007 Emergency Management 65,637 59,668 64,162

101008 Small & Minority Women Owned Bus. Dev. 62,180 55,061 53,443

101009 Little Rock Television 256,343 235,528 241,875

Total General Administrative 24,518,576 20,296,290 28,062,042

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

101111 Board of Directors 276,766 338,527 342,027

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

101501 Administration 288,975 299,358 334,441

101503 Operations 83,763 88,723 89,137

Total Community Programs 372,737 388,081 423,578

CITY ATTORNEY

101801 City Attorney 1,565,809 1,769,774 1,836,901

LITTLE ROCK DISTRICT COURT

102101 District Court First Division 1,179,375 1,392,505 1,405,790

LITTLE ROCK DISTRICT COURT

102201 District Court Second Division 1,186,390 1,247,286 1,248,245

LITTLE ROCK DISTRICT COURT

102301 District Court Third Division 583,991 627,185 626,782

FINANCE

102501 Administration 533,535 576,786 579,508

102515 Budget 164,528 173,999 175,177

102520 Internal Audit 163,026 169,346 170,225

102530 Accounting and Reporting 477,150 499,843 539,657

102531 Accounts Payable 312,880 331,036 341,316

102535 Payroll 203,615 212,873 212,409

102540 Treasury Management 533,397 573,309 609,081

102550 Purchasing 217,986 262,640 240,909

102555

Print Shop 36,661

68,673 65,517

102560 Grants Management 257,319 268,487 270,325

Total Finance 2,900,097 3,136,992 3,204,124

HUMAN RESOURCES

102701 Human Resources 1,519,584 1,632,677 1,673,177

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

103001 Administration 636,053 1,011,402 1,010,105

103010 Application Programming 1,092,868 1,205,301 1,376,331

103030 Networking 2,059,559 2,141,619 2,293,348

Total Information Technology 3,788,479 4,358,322 4,679,784

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

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Actual

Expend.

2014

Adopted

Budget

2015

Adopted

Budget

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 OPERATING EXPENSES

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

103301 Administration & Budget 247,781 309,532 305,083

103310 Planning 295,069 430,229 440,589

103320 Zoning & Subdivision 687,127 856,908 850,885

103330 Building Codes 822,095 987,299 967,635

Total Planning and Development 2,052,072 2,583,968 2,564,192

HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PROGRAMS

103501 Administration 509,313 356,306 369,781

103510 Animal Services 951,756 1,162,608 1,209,089

103520 CDBG - Housing Programs 7,872 5,157 14,367

103530 Neighborhood Programs 2,382,845 2,936,213 2,936,131

103539 Neighborhood Alert Centers 710,451 744,129 791,325

103540 Neighborhood Resource Center 358,115 230,755 231,506

103550 Environmental Services 208,742 238,671 238,190

Total Housing and Neighborhood Programs 5,129,094 5,673,839 5,790,389

PUBLIC WORKS

104010 Building Services 974,942 1,095,023 1,088,666

104020 Asset Management 71,459 71,256

Total Public Works 974,942 1,166,482 1,159,922

PARKS AND RECREATION

104501 Administration 383,416 448,055 448,472

104503 Design Scheduling 339,932 308,473 312,062

104510 Resources Administration 359,877 464,904 455,154

104511 Cultural Museum 183,235 198,913 199,896

104512 Therapeutic 134,435 173,329 174,482

104521 Development and Maintenance 124,725 126,258 99,794

104522 Operations and Improvement Development 1,001,940 1,148,078 1,119,932

104523 Park Maintenance 2,234,435 2,407,313 2,472,819

104524 Horticulture 762,861 929,517 950,727

104525 Urban Forestry 334,632 449,953 509,081

104530 Recreation Administration 152,568 160,733 155,774

104531 Community Center Administration 86,477 113,169 113,418

104532 Dunbar Community Center 459,674 441,096 447,420

104533 East Little Rock Recreation Center 74,264 79,241 79,852

104534 Senior Programs 75,945 102,900 102,900

104536 Southwest Community Center 558,989 640,472 647,196

104537 Stephens Community Center 236,939 252,724 256,282

104538 The Centre at University Park 182,330 327,231 297,195

104539 West Central Community Center 136,680

104556 Athletics/Playgrounds 566,083 596,296 606,794

104557 Tennis Center Operations 268,401 287,969 289,935

104558 N.W. Hill Community Complex 53,886 83,067 83,067

Total Parks and Recreation 8,575,043 9,739,691 9,958,932

RiverMarket 1,188,197 1,208,675 1,209,164

Golf

104701 Administration 91,022 94,495 94,927

104710 Rebsamen Golf Pro 453,129 391,941 433,183

104711 Rebsamen Golf Maintenance 591,473 521,777 519,608

104712 Rebsamen Pro Golf Concessions 97,397 58,533 77,520

104720 War Memorial Golf Pro 280,572 257,262 284,502

104721 War Memorial Golf Maintenance 281,041 314,459 315,714

104740 Hindman Pro Golf 301,979 292,934 324,015

104741 Hindman Golf Maintenance 290,249 255,764 259,435

Total Golf Fund 2,386,862 2,187,165 2,308,904

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Actual

Expend.

2014

Adopted

Budget

2015

Adopted

Budget

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 OPERATING EXPENSES

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center 847,286 896,565 901,127

ZOO

106501 Zoo Administration 337,705 322,369 381,953

106510 Zoo Concessions 373,527 306,769 368,343

106520 Zoo Education 317,540 350,311 384,918

106530 Zoo Gift Shop 155,970 243,680 270,077

106540 Zoo Membership 35,623 57,966 68,215

106550 Zoo Special Events 179,360 103,430 108,297

106560 Zoo Marketing & Promotions 482,137 498,097 449,970

106570 Zoo Facilities Operation 1,698,718 1,989,065 2,051,227

106580 Animal Management 1,988,817 2,206,573 2,312,555

106590 Visitor Service Administration 487,287 410,541 338,172

Total Zoo Fund 6,056,684 6,488,801 6,733,727

FIRE

105101 Administration 1,039,751 1,082,358 1,069,476

105102 Fire Pension 5,346,879 5,556,595 5,581,664

105120 Fire Suppressing and Rescue 35,490,421 37,144,014 37,664,970

105130 Fire Prevention - Investigation 488,570 512,823 515,932

105140 Fire Training 574,396 579,130 490,762

105150 Crash Fire Rescue - Airport 919,020 899,666 909,449

Total Fire 43,859,037 45,774,586 46,232,253

POLICE

105201 Administration 2,789,549 3,184,485 3,238,656

105202 Police Pension 6,394,938 6,345,547 6,203,185

105215 Organized Crime - Intelligence 5,515,388 5,744,576 4,867,077

105220 Training and Crime Prevention 3,380,340 2,233,737 4,254,310

105225 Detectives 5,522,638 5,666,861 5,783,778

105230 Downtown Patrol 10,564,098 11,291,529 11,058,451

105235 Southwest Patrol 8,273,696 8,354,085 9,321,418

105245 WW Willams Northwest Substation 8,991,895 9,979,196

10,633,826

105250 Airport Police 2,063,714 1,929,214 1,751,517

105255 Police Records Support Service 6,986,535 8,360,054 7,684,011

105260 Communication Center 3,451,681 4,111,575 4,088,843

Total Police 63,934,472 67,200,859 68,885,072

Less Vacancy Reduction (5,000,000) (6,000,000)

General Fund Operating Total 172,895,492 173,108,270 183,246,132

TRANSFER/OUT OTHER EXPENSES

Transfer out to Street Fund 1,282,000 1,082,000 1,082,000

Special Projects/PIT 10,130,538 9,074,260 9,412,079

Contingency/Reserve 1,000,000 1,000,000

Sub-total 11,412,538 11,156,260 11,494,079

GENERAL FUND TOTAL 184,308,030 184,264,530 194,740,211

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Expend.

2014

Adopted

Budget

2015

Adopted

Budget

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2015 OPERATING EXPENSES

PUBLIC WORKS - STREET

204001 Administration 759,294 1,058,292 1,116,215

204002 Operations Administration 526,884 1,229,701 892,662

204003 Street and Drainage Maintenance 6,076,025 8,586,915 9,385,249

204005 Storm Drain Maintenance 831,054 925,032 970,330

204006 Work Pool 121,048 170,122 188,669

204007 Resource Control and Scheduling 393,203 406,340 399,335

204008 Control Devices 832,037 912,809 912,765

204010 Signals 841,052 917,220 1,048,178

204015 Parking Meters 98,144 106,689 107,143

204020 Civil Engineering 1,259,144 1,486,133 1,472,255

204025 Traffic Engineering 3,379,342 3,277,281 3,280,654

204030 Parking Enforcement 218,796 287,162 276,771

Total Street Fund 15,336,023 19,363,696 20,050,226

FLEET SERVICES

600001 Administration 851,563 825,640 676,715

600011 Acquisition & Disposal 7,421,279 7,823,780 8,109,464

600020 Financial Management 261,889 308,520 729,618

600031 Maintenance Administration 4,148,335 4,177,748 3,778,478

Total Fleet Services 12,683,067 13,135,688 13,294,275

VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITY 1,333,661 1,321,150 1,359,144

WASTE DISPOSAL

603101 Administration 1,878,738 1,907,192 1,638,137

603110 Collection 10,432,022 11,357,804 11,079,966

603120 Disposal 3,321,968 3,608,284 3,594,424

603125 Composting 558,489 563,746 591,402

603130 Waste Management 426,291 218,900 223,550

Total Waste Disposal Fund 16,617,509 17,655,926 17,127,479

PARKING GARAGES 2,104,780 2,224,167 2,196,750

GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS 232,383,070$ 237,965,157$ 248,768,085$

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2015 ALLOCATION OF

FULL TIME PERSONNEL

Police

33.76%

Fire

19.82%

Parks

7.44%

All Other

General Fund

17.18%

Fleet

3.58%

Street

10.03%

Waste

5.32%

Zoo

2.87%

Police 717 Fire 421 Street 213

Waste 113 Zoo 61 All Other 365

General

Fleet & Vehicle Fund

Storage Facility 76 Parks 158

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Adopted Adopted Adopted

Budget Budget Budget

General Fund

General Administrative 26 31 31

Board of Directors 1 1 1

Community Programs 10 10 11

City Attorney 18 18 19

District Court First Division 21 21 21

District Court Second Division 17 17 17

District Court Third Division 7 8 8

Finance 41 41 42

Human Resources 19 19 20

Information Technology 39 39 39

Planning & Development 39 39 39

Housing & Neighborhood Programs 103 103 104

Public Works - General 13 13 13

Parks & Recreation 119 122 127

Golf 21 21 22

Jim Dailey Fitness Center 9 9 9

Zoo 57 59 61

Fire 421 421 421

Police 715 716 717

Subtotal General Fund 1,696 1,708 1,722

Other Funds

Public Works - Street 215 213 213

Fleet Services 61 61 61

Vehicle Storage Facility 15 15 15

Waste Disposal 113 113 113

Subtotal Other Funds 404 402 402

Total Personnel 2,100 2,110 2,124

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

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FULL-TIME PERSONNEL AUTHORIZATIONS

2011 - 2015

2016

2073

2100

2110

2124

2000

2020

2040

2060

2080

2100

2120

2140

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

EMPLOYEES

The net change in personnel between 2014 and 2015 total positions are as indicated

in the chart below.

2014 Adopted Budget 2,110

Community Programs 1

City Attorney 1

Finance 1

Information Technology 1

Housing & Neighborhood Programs 1

Parks and Recreation 5

Golf 1

Zoo 2

Police 1

2015 Adopted Budget 2,124

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2015 OTHER GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES

2013 2014 2015 Increase

Budget Budget Budget (Decrease)

SPECIAL PROJECTS

Children, Youth, & Families (CYF

)

$5,500,000 $5,500,000 $5,500,000

Facility Improvements 975,000 975,000 975,000

Annual Fleet Replacement 850,000 850,000 850,000

Homelessness Outreach 250,000 350,000 350,000

Land Bank 168,420 84,210 168,420 84,210

Demolition (Residential & Commercial) (1) 300,000

Demolition (Residential) (1) 250,000 250,000

Demolition (Commercial) (1) 100,000 100,000

Parks Master Plan (2) 150,000 150,000

Board & Secure 100,000 50,000 50,000

Weed Lot Maintenance (1) 150,000 150,000 200,000 50,000

Curran Hall 35,000 35,000 35,000

State Legislative Consulting 45,000 45,000 45,000

Environmental Youth (Parks) 37,500 37,500 37,500

American Disability Act (ADA) 30,000 30,000 30,000

Work Boots 25,000 25,000 25,000

Junction Bridge 25,000 25,000 25,000

Sister Cities 30,000 30,000 40,000 10,000

Sustainability Summit 20,000 20,000 20,000

Neighborhood Challenge Grant 30,000 30,000 30,000

National Night Out 10,000 10,000 10,000

Worldfest 10,000 10,000 10,000

Neighborhood Connection 2,400 2,400 2,400

Total General Fund Projects 8,593,320 8,609,110 8,903,320 294,210

GRANT MATCH

Undesignated 150,000 150,000 150,000

AEDC-CNG Station Grant 400,000

EPA Main Street Water 165,150 160,150 (160,150)

Cities of Service 140,601 20,000 137,695 117,695

AmeriCorps Housing Rehabilitation Program 75,000 75,000

Rockefeller Foundation 45,000 45,000

Outdoor Grant - Parks 60,000 60,000

Museum of Discovery 35,706 35,706

Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (JABG) 5,358 5,358

JARC DOT Van/Drivers for Homeless Center 56,276

Fire Grant Match:

Rescue Truck (20%) 75,000 (75,000)

Expanded Fire Program (20%) 10,000 (10,000)

Jumpstart (Metroplan) 50,000 (50,000)

Total Grant Match Requirement 912,027 465,150 508,759 43,609

GRAND TOTA

$9,505,347 $9,074,260 $9,412,079 $337,819

(1) The General Fund increased funding for demolition and weed lot maintenance to accommodate

the reduction in funding from Waste Disposal. In addition, the demolition budget was separated.

(2) Funding to update the Parks Master Plan for accreditation purposes was added to the 2015 budget.

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CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

2015 OPERATING BUDGETS

BY SERVICE PROGRAM CATEGORY

Public Safety

$130,649,488

Public

Health/

Public

Utilities

$18,641,572

Economic

Development

$653,042

Housing &

Neighborhood

Revitalization

$8,353,112

Transportation

$27,135,511

Leisure

Services

$22,483,042

General

Government

$26,708,043

All Other

Expenditures

$14,144,275

$248,768,085

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2014 % to 2015 % to

Service/Program Categor

Budget Total

get

Total

Public Safety

Police $67,200,859 $68,885,072

Fire 44,874,920 45,322,804

Street Lights, Traffic Signals & Signs 5,107,310 5,241,597

Little Rock District Court First Division 1,392,505 1,405,790

Animal Services 1,162,608 1,209,089

Little Rock District Court Second Division 1,247,286 1,248,245

Children, Youth & Families 5,500,000 5,500,000

Community Programs 738,081 773,578

Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility (1) 1,050,000 1,063,313

Total Public Safety 128,273,569 53.90% 130,649,488 52.52%

Public Health/Public Utilities

Waste Disposal 17,455,426 16,926,979

Little Rock District Court Third Division 627,185 626,782

Arkansas Emergency Physician Foundation 36,000 36,000

Saint Vincent's 25,381 25,381

Storm Drainage 925,032 970,330

Pulaski County Health Department 56,100 56,100

Total Public Health/Public Utilities 19,125,124 8.04% 18,641,572 7.49%

Economic Development/Employment

Little Rock Chamber of Commerce 200,000 200,000

Metroplan 178,042 178,042

Downtown Partnership/Empowerment Zone 160,000 175,000

Metro Little Rock Alliance 100,000 100,000

Total Economic Development/Employment 638,042 0.27% 653,042 0.26%

Housing and Neighborhood & Waste

Disposal Revitalization,

Growth & Development

Planning & Development Department 2,719,768 2,699,992

Alert Centers 744,129 791,325

Neighborhood Resource Center 230,755 231,506

Demolition, Weed Lot Maintenance, Board/Secure 937,610 1,071,820

Housing & Neighborhood Prog. Admin. 3,536,347 3,558,469

Total Housing & Neighborhood

Revitalization, Growth

8,168,609 3.43% 8,353,112 3.36%

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

ADOPTED OPERATING BUDGETS BY SERVICE PROGRAM CATEGORY

2014 - 2015

(1) Supplemental jail funding is provided by a $20 local jail fine.

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2014 % to 2013 % to

Service/Program Categor

Budget Total

get

Total

Transportation Services

Central Arkansas Transit Authority 8,922,333 8,686,869

Streets 12,694,833 13,599,385

Parking 393,851 383,914

Parking Garages 2,224,167 2,196,750

Vehicle Storage Facility 1,321,150 1,359,144

Airport Rescue 899,666 909,449

Total Transportation Services 26,456,000 11.12% 27,135,511 10.91%

Leisure Services/Cultural Support

Conventions & Tourism

Parks & Recreation 9,615,778 9,984,036

Golf 2,278,665 2,500,404

Jim Dailey Fitness Aquatic Center 896,565 901,127

River Market 1,208,675 1,209,164

Zoo 6,488,801 6,733,727

Cultural Institutes:

Arts Center 400,000 550,000

Museum of Discovery 200,000 200,000

MacArthur Military Museum 198,913 199,896

Sister Cities Commission 30,000 40,000

Racial & Cultural Diversity Commission 160,368 164,688

Total Leisure Services/Cultural

Support/Conventions

21,477,765 9.03% 22,483,042 9.04%

enera

overnmen

uppor

Board of Directors 338,527 342,027

General Administrative 6,437,586 12,812,108

Finance 3,136,992 3,204,124

Human Resources 1,657,677 1,698,177

City Attorne

1,769,774 1,836,901

Information Technolog

4,358,322 4,679,784

Building Services/Asset Management 2,141,482 2,134,922

Total General Government Support 19,840,360 8.34% 26,708,043 10.74%

All

Oth

xpen

dit

ures

Fleet Services 13,985,688 14,144,275

Total Other Expenditures 13,985,688 5.88% 14,144,275 5.69%

Grand Total $237,965,157 100% $248,768,085 100%

Adopted Operating Budgets by Service Program Category

2014 - 2015

City of Little Rock

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$120,288,316

$126,585,371

$128,834,687

$50,000,000

$100,000,000

$150,000,000

2013 2014 2015

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK

PUBLIC SAFETY REVENUES &

EXPENDITURES

COMPARISIONS

2013 2014 2015

Fire $43,859,037 $45,774,586 $46,232,253

Police 63,934,472 67,200,859 68,885,072

District Court First Division 1,179,375 1,392,505 1,405,790

District Court Second Division 1,186,390 1,247,286 1,248,245

District Court Third Division 583,991 627,185 626,782

Alert Centers 710,451 744,129 791,325

Neighborhood Programs (Rental Inspection) 2,382,845 2,936,213 2,936,131

Animal Services 951,756 1,162,608 1,209,089

Prevention Intervention & Treatment 5,500,000 5,500,000 5,500,000

Public Safety Expenditures $120,288,316 $126,585,371 $128,834,687

General Fund Revenue $185,532,008 $184,264,530 $194,740,211

Percentage of General Fund Expenditures Devoted

to Public Safety 65% 69% 66%

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PUBLIC SAFETY OPERATING

EXPENDITURES AS A PERCENTAGE

OF GENERAL FUND REVENUE

2006-2015

$50

$100

$150

$200

$250

2006

Actual

2007

Actual

2008

Actual

2009

Actual

2010

Actual

2011

Actual

2012

Actual

2013

Actual

2014

Forecast

2015

Forecast

(Millions)

General Fund Revenue Public Safety Expenditures

$119.7

$137.3

$143.9

$144.1

$141.1

$150.5

$180.2

$185.5

$128.8

$71.5

$85.2

$88.9

$97.2

$94.7

$91.1

$112.3

$120.3

$126.6

$184.3

58% 62% 62% 67% 67% 61% 62% 65% 69% 66%

$194.7

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Capital Improvements

City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

CAPITAL FUNDING

State laws limit the use of borrowing for municipal purposes. General obligation

bonds, when approved by voters and secured by property tax levies, may be

issued for long-term capital improvements. Revenue bonds are not general

obligations of the City but are secured by specific revenues associated with a

project. They may be issued for certain specified municipal purposes.

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a multi-year plan for capital

expenditures to replace and expand the City’s infrastructure, vehicles and

equipment. The program is updated annually to reflect the latest priorities, updated

cost estimates and available revenue sources.

The purpose of the CIP is to fund capital projects and capital acquisitions that will

be of a long-term benefit to the citizens of Little Rock. The CIP is financed over a

period of time due to the long-term benefit of the projects. For program purposes,

the City defines a capital improvement as a major improvement or acquisition that

results in a capital asset costing more than $5,000 and having a useful life

(depreciable life) of two years or more. Exceptions are for infrastructure assets

which are defined as having a constructed cost greater than $250,000.

Capital assets are depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated

useful lives ranging from 15 – 50 years for infrastructure, 10 – 75 years for buildings

and 3 - 25 years for land improvements, vehicles and equipment. Depreciation

expense is charged directly to the department/function based on the department

that utilizes the related asset.

In addition, appropriations for special projects are made each year by the Mayor

and Board of Directors to finance specific events and capital outlays. These

projects are carried forward from year to year until they are fully expended or

repealed by the Mayor and Board of Directors by ordinance.

CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS PROVIDED BY BOND ISSUES

These funds are derived from the proceeds of selling City general obligation bonds

and are used for major capital improvements.

2007 Capital Improvements – The 2007 Capital Improvements were issued to

finance the advance refunding of the City’s Capital Improvement Revenue

Bonds1998A and to pay the cost associated with the issuance of the Series 2007

Bonds. The Series 2007 bonds are not a general obligation of the City but are a

special obligation payable solely from the revenue received by the City from all

franchise fees charged to public utilities for the privilege of using the City’s streets

and right-of-way. The remaining funds available from interest earnings on these

bond funds have been allocated to the South Loop and Scott Hamilton Drive

improvements described in the Other Significant Non-recurring Capital

Improvements section.

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2012 Library Construction and Refunding Bonds – The 2012 Library

Construction and Refunding Bonds are limited obligations payable through 2032.

The Library Bonds were issued to finance the cost of acquiring, constructing, and

equipping capital improvements to the City’s public libraries operated by the

Central Library System, to refund the City’s outstanding Library Construction

Bonds, Series 2004A, and to pay the cost of issuance of the bonds. The bonds

are limited tax obligations payable solely from a 0.9 mill annual ad valorem tax.

2013 Capital Improvement Bonds – On September 11, 2012, citizens of Little

Rock approved the issuance of $105 million in Capital Improvement Bonds for the

purpose of Street and Drainage infrastructure improvements. The bonds are

limited tax general obligations secured by all proceeds derived from a separate 3.0

mills annual ad valorem tax on real and personal property located within the City.

The first series of bonds were issued in July 2013 in the amount of $58,105,000.

A second series will likely be issued around 2016. Overall, a maximum of

$73,500,000 will be issued to finance street improvements and a maximum of

$31,500,000 will be issued to finance drainage projects throughout the City.

CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS PROVIDED BY OTHER SOURCES

2012 – 2021 Capital Project Fund – Accounts for the proceeds of a three eighths

(3/8)-cent local sales tax, implemented on January 1, 2012 for the purpose of

funding capital projects over a ten (10) year period. The temporary sales tax will

sunset in 2021 and is expected to raise approximately $196 million over the ten

(10) year period for the following projects:

3/8-Cent Sales Tax Capital Project Description Project Cost Estimate

Public Safety:

Police:

Police Equipment $303,000

Public Safety Radio System Upgrade 9,000,000

911 / 311 Communications Software 2,600,000

Street Mid-Town Police Station 9,970,000

Main Police Headquarters & Courts Building 9,000,000

West Little Rock Police Station 1,000,000

Fire:

West Little Rock Fire Station 800,000

Southwest Fire Station 4,050,000

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Housing and Neighborhood Programs:

Code Enforcement Vehicles and Equipment 397,000

Animal Village Expansion 602,000

Fleet for New Public Safety Initiatives:

Fleet for new Police Staffing and Fire Stations 3,567,000

Total Public Safety $41,289,000

Public Works:

Street Resurfacing and Maintenance, and

Street and Drainage Reconstruction and Traffic

Signals

$67,500,000

Sidewalks 4,500,000

Total Public Works $72,000,000

Jobs/Economic Development:

Port Expansion: land acquisition, utilities, streets $10,000,000

Research Park: land acquisition, utilities, streets 22,000,000

Economic Development Infrastructure 6,000,000

Total Jobs/Economic Development $38,000,000

Parks and Recreation, Zoo and Tourism:

Parks and Recreation:

Equipment for Expanded Maintenance $250,000

Park Upgrades 4,500,000

West Central Community Center 6,000,000

Senior Center 980,000

Ottenheimer Center 54,000

War Memorial Park 500,000

MacAuthur Park & Museum 500,000

Otter Creek Park 500,000

Crump Park 1,000,000

Natural Steps Ball Complex 500,000

Western Hills Park 1,000,000

Trails 1,500,000

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Zoo:

Capital Upgrades 8,000,000

Tourism:

State Fair Infrastructure 3,000,000

Total Parks and Recreation, Zoo and Tourism $28,284,000

Other Priorities:

Fleet Replacement $9,250,000

Information Technology Capital 7,020,000

Total Other Priorities $16,270,000

Grand Total $195,843,000

Short-term Financing – Accounts for proceeds of Short-term Financing, five year

notes, issued for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, installing, or renting real

property or tangible personal property having an expected useful life of more than

one year under and pursuant to and in full compliance with the Constitution and

laws of the State of Arkansas, including particularly Section 2 of Amendment 78 to

the Constitution of the State of Arkansas, and pursuant to an ordinance of the

Board of Directors of the City.

The City issued short-term financing notes in 2012, 2013, and 2014 in the amount of

$18,850,000, $7.7 million, and $5,916,000, respectively, to accelerate the completion

of projects that will ultimately be funded by 2012 – 2021 Capital Project Fund (3/8)-

cent sales tax. Proceeds of the three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax will be utilized to

fund principal payments on the notes, with transfers to the General Fund. Principal

and interest payments on the notes will be appropriated from General Fund

revenues. In addition, the City may consider the issuance of additional short-term

notes to further accelerate projects funded by the sales tax.

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The 2012 note included funding for the following projects:

The 2013 note included funding for the following projects:

The 2014 note included funding for the following projects:

Land and Buildings

12th Street Mid-town Police Station $7,976,000

West Little Rock Police Station 1,000,000

West Little Rock Fire Station 543,000

Southwest Fire Station - Land Acquisition 366,000

9,885,000

Equipment and Vehicles

Public Safety Radio Communication System Upgrade 6,109,000

Fleet - Police vehicles for new officers and Fire Truck for

West Little Rock Station 2,189,000

Code Enforcement Vehicles and Equipment 397,000

8,695,000

$18,580,000

Land and Buildings

Southwest Fire Station $459,000

459,000

Equipment and Vehicles

Public Safety Radio System Upgrade 2,891,000

311/911 Communications Software 2,350,000

Information Technology Capital 2,000,000

7,241,000

$7,700,000

Land and Buildings

12th Street Police Station - Final Phase $1,994,000

1,994,000

Equipment and Vehicles

Information Technology Capital 1,000,000

Fire Vehicles and Equipment 2,922,000

3,922,000

$5,916,000

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A 2015 Short-term note is anticipated to fund the following:

Land and Buildings

West Central Community Center $4,371,812

4,371,812

Equipment and Vehicles

Thirty (30) Police Vehicles 1,338,000

One hundred (100) Police Tasers 200,000

1,538,000

$5,909,812

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

2015 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

In September 2012, citizens authorized the issuance of up to $105 million in limited

tax general obligation bonds for street and drainage improvements. The City

issued the first series of bonds for this purpose in the amount of $58,105,000 in

July 2013.

In September 2011, citizens approved a new three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax

dedicated to capital improvements. The sales tax became effective on January 1,

2012. The tax is temporary, with a ten (10) year sunset. Several short-term notes

have been issued to advance key capital projects funded by the tax.

In addition, limited funding for capital improvements has been available from

capital grant awards or from the remaining unspent proceeds and interest in the

2007 Capital Improvements Bond fund, and other short-term financing. The

remaining balances are authorized primarily for street and drainage improvements,

waste collection and disposal vehicles and equipment, and fire and police buildings

and equipment.

The injection of new capital provided by the three-eighths (3/8)-cent sales tax,

bond issues, grant funds, and short-term financing, and the future impact of

completed projects on ongoing operations is considered in preparation of annual

departmental operating budgets.

Projects in the CIP can include:

 Obligations for labor and materials and contractors involved in completing

a project

 Acquisition of land or structures

 Engineering or architectural services, professional studies, or other

administrative costs

 Expenses for City vehicles and equipment

 Renovating or expanding City facilities, grounds, or equipment

When both restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use, it is

generally the City’s policy to utilize restricted resources first. For projects funded

by tax-exempt debt proceeds and other sources, the debt proceeds are utilized

first.

Purchased or constructed capital assets are reported at cost or estimated historical

cost. Donated capital assets are recorded at their estimated fair value at the date

of donation.

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MAJOR CAPITAL PROJECTS

Capital expenditures in the amount of approximately $38,155,000 are planned in

2015 and are funded by a variety of sources as described in detail below.

CIP – Significant Routine Capital Expenditures:

These expenditures are recurring in nature, replace existing assets on a rotating

schedule and do not have additional operating expense requirements.

CIP – Significant Non-Routine Capital Expenditures and Projects:

These expenditures occur less frequently and are more material. However; they

also replace existing assets and do not have additional operating expense

requirements.

Department Quanity

Estimated

Cost

Estimated

Useful Life Funding Source

Zoning/Planning

Crew Trucks for Codes 3 $70,000 6 - 8yrs 3/8-cent Sales Tax - Capital Project

Housing & Neighborhood Programs

Dodge Ram Tradesman 4 96,000 6 - 8yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Ford Fiesta 2 30,000 6 - 8yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Kubota Mowers 2 14,000 6 - 8yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Parks & Recreation

Grapale Truck 1 225,334 8 - 10yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Golf Equipment Var. 239,666 6 - 8yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Fire Administration

Sedans 2 50,000 6 yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Police Patrol

Various Patrol & Detective Cars TBD 156,000 6yrs 5/8-cent Sales Tax - Special Project

Zoo

Sky Lift 1 65,000 6-8yrs 3/8-cent Sales Tax - Capital Project

Carts 3 37,000 6 yrs 3/8-cent Sales Tax - Capital Project

Fleet

Conversion of CNG vehicles 5 30,000 8-10yrs 3/8-cent Sales Tax - Capital Project

Other $21,600

$1,034,600

CNG=Compressed Natural Gas

Department Quanity

Estimated

Cost

Estimated

Useful Life Funding Source

Fire

Fire Trucks (Lease Program) TBD 610,244 15-20yrs 3/8-cent Sales Tax - Capital Project

$610,244

TBD=To be determined

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CIP - Other Significant Non-recurring Capital Improvements:

These projects are unusual, non-recurring capital improvement projects funded by

the new 3/8-cent sales tax, grant awards, short term financing, private donations

and other sources.

Street Police Station – The 12th Street Police Station will be a police facility

capable of eventually supporting a police patrol division similar to those currently

in service on Kanis Road in Northwest Little Rock and on Baseline Road in

Southwest Little Rock. The building is anticipated to be approximately 11,000

square feet and will provide office and equipment space for patrol officers and

detectives assigned to the general area surrounding the facility.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $13,152,028

 Funding Sources: Short Term Financing allocations, Justice Assistance

Grant funds, CDBG Disaster Grant funds, Seized Money funds, and 3/8 cent

sales tax

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $600,052

 Estimated Completion Date: April, 2015. Partial occupancy took place in

July, 2014. Full occupancy is expected by April, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Increased operating

expense of $150,000 is projected for utilities, maintenance, and supplies,

which is included in the 2015 Police Department general fund budget

allocation. Existing personnel and equipment will be reassigned to the new

station.

West Little Rock Police Station Renovation – The City plans to acquire and

renovate an existing structure in West Little Rock along the Highway 10 corridor.

The station will provide an additional fueling location and mini-substation for

officers assigned to the far west area of Little Rock.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $1,000,000

 Funding Sources: Short Term Financing allocation, 3/8-cent sales tax

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $995,000

 Estimated Completion Date: December 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Increased operating

expense of approximately $150,000 is projected for fuel, utilities, and

supplies, which will be included in the 2015 Police Department budget

allocation.

911/311 Communications Software – Upgrade of the existing telephone and

recording systems in the Communications Center; upgrade of the 9-1-1 Computer

Assisted Dispatch (CAD) software; upgrade of the existing 3-1-1 Customer Service

Request (CSR) software; upgrade of consoles, furnishing and hardware support

environment in the Communications Center to accommodate new systems.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $2,600,000

 Funding Sources: Short Term Financing allocation, 3/8-cent sales tax

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 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $895,000

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: There should not be any

additional operating expense associated with this upgrade, as the

anticipated maintenance expense is expected to be comparable to or less

than current maintenance requirements.

Southwest Little Rock Fire Station – The Little Rock Fire Department is

beginning plans for a new fire station in Southwest Little Rock, which will be funded

with proceeds of the 3/8-cent sales tax. The City completed the purchase of land

for the new station in 2014 and begin architectural plans. Construction of the

station has been delayed until 2016.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $4,050,000

 Funding Sources: Short-term financing allocation; 3/8-cent sales tax

proceeds

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $0

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Twenty-four (24) new fire

fighters will be added to staff the new station at an estimated first year cost

of approximately $1.6 million. The fire firefighters may be phased in with

initial staffing of twelve (12). In addition, increased operating expense of

$50,000 is projected for utilities and supplies, which will be included in the

Fire Department budget allocation upon completion of the new facility.

Animal Village Expansions – Animal Village expansion includes an animal intake

area that will allow staff to assess, treat and clean animals. In addition, a cat

communal display area for citizens to view and interact with adoptable cats is

planned, along with a volunteer prep area, animal control officer quarters, and a

vehicle bay. 2015 expansion is dedicated to a new crematorium and euthanasia

area.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $602,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax proceeds

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $160,000

 Estimated Completion Date: October, 2015 (crematorium and

euthanasia); 2021 for other phases of the project.

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: An increase in operating

expenses of $10,000 is anticipated for utilities to be included in the Housing

and Neighborhood Programs – Animal Village budget.

AR Heritage Farm Project – Little Rock received Federal Parks Grant funding to

assist with the renovation of the Zoo Farm Exhibit. The construction will include a

new barn, poultry buildings and interactive animal feeding area. This project will

be ADA accessible for all guests.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $756,000

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 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax $631,000, Federal Parks Grant

$125,000.

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $742,050

 Estimated Completion Date: July 2015 (2014-2015 Project)

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Increased operating

expenses of $87,400 are projected for utilities, maintenance, animal food,

supplies and staffing, which will be included in the 2015 Zoo general fund

budget allocation.

AR Heritage Farm Graphics Project – All area signage including, interpretive

educational and animal ID signage for new exhibit. This signage is to identify each

species and interpretation to teach guests and school groups need for

conservation, necessity of AR farming and how it affects our economy.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $75,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax $75,000,

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $75,000

 Estimated Completion Date: July 2015 (2014-2015 Project)

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: There should not be any

additional operating expenses associated with this exhibit other than routine

maintenance covered by Zoo operating budget.

Reticulated Python Project – To meet AZA accreditation requirements the Zoo

will convert the existing Animal Enrichment Display to the reticulated python exhibit

for holding of a very large snake.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $25,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax $25,000

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $25,000

 Estimated Completion Date: June 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: There should not be any

additional operating expenses associated with this exhibit other than routine

maintenance covered by Zoo operating budget.

Train Pit Renovation – To meet AR OSHA requirements an expanded pit must

be constructed for use to service the new train at the Zoo. This pit is used for fluid

changes and other routine maintenance.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $25,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax $25,000

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $25,000

 Estimated Completion Date: May 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: There should not be any

additional operating expenses associated with this exhibit other than routine

maintenance covered by Zoo operating budget.

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Gray Water Treatment Plant – In partnership with the Parks Department to

promote conservation and to reduce Zoo water consumption. This plant will also

catch the water run-off from the War Memorial Water Park repurposing to gray

water for use at the Bear/Otter/Bush Dog Exhibits.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $46,000

 Funding Sources: Zoo General Deferred Maintenance Fund, Special

Project Fund from Sale of Ray Winder Field

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $23,860

 Estimated Completion Date: July 2015 (2014-2015 Project)

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: The only additional

costs for this project are utilities and chemicals (approximately $1200 per

year) to operate the plant, which will be covered by the savings from

reduction in water expenses.

Bush Dog & Otter Exhibit Renovation – To upgrade the exhibit to meet current

AZA, USDA and AR OSHA requirements. The open moats will be filled in,

secondary containments built and adequate shading to protect the animals along

with visitor viewing areas for better guests experiences.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $550,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax $550,000

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $550,000

 Estimated Completion Date: May 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: There should not be any

additional operating expenses associated with this exhibit other than routine

maintenance covered by Zoo operating budget.

War Memorial Park Improvements – War Memorial Park is undergoing a

transformation to create it as a premier park. Improvements are proposed to

increase participation from a large cross section of the community and to become

a destination park from early morning to late at night. Utilizing spaces focused on

Coleman Creek, park upgrades will entail better access and enhancements to the

pond area and along the entire stretch of Coleman Creek; restoration of Coleman

Creek; entry enhancements; approximately one mile of trail; playground; water

feature; new parking areas and supporting amenities.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $1,375,000

 Funding Sources: 2009 Parks and Recreation bonds funded the first

$1,225,000 of the project. Additional improvements including the stream

restoration will be funded by the 3/8-cent sales tax.

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $150,000

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Increased operating

expense of $162,690 is projected for staffing, utilities, maintenance, and

supplies based on the acreage of the Park.

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West Central Community Center – The West Central Community Center and

Pool will be constructed over the next few years with proceeds from the new 3/8-

cent sales tax. The community center will be an approximately 24,000 square feet

facility to provide life style leisure and educational choices for family members.

Estimated Total Project Cost: $6,200,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax proceeds

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $5,500,000

 Estimated Completion Date: April, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: The operating expense

for staffing, utilities, maintenance, and supplies is expected to be

approximately $565,000 in the first full year of operation. Parks staff will

determine costs in preparation for the 2016 operating budget.

Information Technology –.The City will be upgrading various technology

infrastructure, hardware and software over the next ten (10) years with proceeds

from the temporary 3/8-cent sales tax. The total estimated allocation of proceeds

for technology expenditures from 2012 – 2021 is $7,020,000. The primary

expenditure for 2015will be City website upgrade and Voice over Internet Protocol

(VoIP) phone system.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $7,020,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax proceeds

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $400,000

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Ongoing maintenance

expenditures will be phased in with the completion of various projects and

will be included in the repairs and maintenance budget for the Information

Technology Department operations each year. The repairs and

maintenance for the VoIP phone system will be cost allocated across all City

departments based on the number of phones in use.

Cantrell Road (Mississippi Street to the Perryville Road) – The City of Little

Rock has agreed to partner with the Arkansas State Highway Department,

providing a local match for approximately a $10 million project to improve State

Highway10, Cantrell Road from Mississippi Street to Perryville Road. The AHTD

will handle construction.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: Includes engineering, land acquisition,

utility relocation and construction cost.

 Funding Sources: Federal Highway Administration $9,540,000. City

share: 2013 Infrastructure Bonds – $954,000;

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $10,000 (possible ROW)

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

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Scott Hamilton Drive – The City of Little Rock expects to receive approximately

$2.25 million from federal highway grants and the Arkansas State Highway

Department’s Transportation Improvement Program for improvement to the street

from Baseline Road to JE Davis Drive. The AHTD will handle the land acquisition

process and construction for the City.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $2,885,000; Includes engineering and

construction cost of $2,249,000 and right-of-way and utility relocation cost of

$636,000.

 Funding Sources: Federal Highway Administration Discretionary Allocation

through Metroplan for Local Urban Projects (LUZA) - $2,250,000; 1998

Infrastructure Bonds - $635,000;

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $20,000 (change orders)

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

South Loop Grade Separation – The City of Little Rock received approximately

$6.82 million from federal highway administration grants and the Arkansas State

Highway Department’s Transportation Improvement Program for construction of a

new street and railroad overpass connecting Mabelvale West Road to Alexander

Road. The initial right-of-way acquisition process was completed in 2011 and

construction was substantially completed in 2013.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $8.53 million; Includes engineering and

construction cost of $6.88 million and right-of-way and utility relocation cost

of $1.65 million.

 Funding Sources: Federal Highway Administration Grants - High Priority

Project Funding $6,822,000; 1988 Capital Improvement Bonds - $1,147,000;

Street Fund $469,700.

 Estimated Completion Date: The project was placed in service in 2013

and is now pending final inspection and payment by the AHTD in 2015.

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

Arkansas River Trail Western Termini of the River Bluffs Section – Little Rock

received funding from the Department of Transportation, Transportation

Alternative Program (TAP) to complete another section of the trail. The new

construction will start from the eastern end of the North Cantrell Road at the Gill

Street Bridge and run along the river of the Dillard Department Store Headquarters’

western property line. The City of Little Rock funded an eight foot connector trail

that will tie trail to the sidewalk on the north side of Cantrell Road.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $960,000

 Funding Sources: TAP Grant $590,000; match amount of $97,500 from

the General fund; and capital improvement funds of $272,500

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 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $750,000

 Estimated Completion Date: 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not Applicable. Trail

maintenance will be performed with the current allocation included in the

Parks & Recreation budget.

North Cantrell at Gill Street Bridge Replacement – Little Rock expects to

receive a State Aid Bridge Replacement grant from the Arkansas Highway and

Transportation Department. The project will replace an obsolete and deteriorating

bridge over Rose Bayou (Capitol Drain) with a new two lane bridge that will include

dedicated bike lanes for the River Trail.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $650,000

 Funding Sources: Metroplan (Federal Highway Administration) $520,000;

and City matching funds $130,000.

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $350,000

 Estimated Completion Date December, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual allocations for street

maintenance in the Street Fund budget and from the Parks and Recreation

maintenance budget.

Arkansas River Trail Union Pacific Bridge – Little Rock received General

Improvement funds from Act 1210 of 2005 and the State of Arkansas to build a

pedestrian/bike bridge over the Union Pacific Rail Road Bridge as part of the

Arkansas River Trail.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $1,033,000

 Funding Sources: State of Arkansas General Improvement Fund in the

amount of $1,033,000.

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $750,000

 Estimated Completion Date: August, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: The operating expenses

are included in the Parks & Recreation budget.

University Avenue Signal System Optimization – Little Rock received notice

from Metroplan that funding would be available to construct an adaptive traffic

signal control system in the University Avenue corridor from Cantrell Road (State

Highway 10) to Interstate 30. This system would reduce delay at signalized

intersection and improve traffic flow through the corridor.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $1,152,000

 Funding Sources: Transportation Improvement Project Funds $921,600;

Street Fund $230,400

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $200,000

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2016

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 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

Geyer Springs Railroad Overpass – Little Rock received notice from Metroplan

and the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department that funding would be

available to construct a long-planned street railroad on Geyer Springs just north of

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $10 million

 Funding Sources: Transportation Improvement Project Funds $8 million;

2013 Bond Funds $2 million

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $750,000

 Estimated Completion Date: September, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

Main Street Water Quality Grant – Little Rock has received a grant from the

Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and the Environmental

Protection Agency to construct low impact development improvements on Main

Street from Markham to Capitol Avenue. The project includes a partnership with

the E-Stem School for water quality education.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $2.42 million

 Funding Sources: ANRC Grant $900,000 million; Designated Grant Match

$478,000; 3/8-cent Sales Tax Funds $555,000; and 2013 Bond Funds

$487,000.

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $1 million

 Estimated Completion Date: August, 2015

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

Public Works 3/8-Cent Sales Tax Street Resurfacing and Drainage Projects

The new 3/8-cent sales tax will provide funding for approximately $72 million in

street resurfacing and maintenance, street drainage reconstruction, traffic signals,

traffic calming, and sidewalks over the next ten (10) years. The Board specified

projects for the 2012 improvement program and all those projects are substantially

complete. Following a series of community meetings, the Board has specified

projects for the 2013 - 2015 improvement program. Additional community

meetings will be held beginning in 2015 to determine the 2016-2018 program and

in 2018 for the 2019-2021 program.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $72,000,000

 Funding Sources: 3/8-cent sales tax

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $6.0 million

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2016 (2012-2015 projects)

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 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

Ward Project Location Project Cost

1 23rd Street Drainage Drainage Pettaway Park to 23rd St. $80,000

1 26th Street Fair Park to Harrison 525,000

1 8th & Brown St Drainage improvements 500,000

1 Daisy L Gatson Bates Drainage improvements 2400 block 100,000

1 Elm Street West 26th south to West 27th. 150,000

1 MLK Blvd Drainage improvements 28th to 30th. 100,000

1 N Gaines Connect north end of Gaines to River Trail 25,000

1 Schiller St Drainage improvements 23rd to Roosevelt 100,000

1 South Tyler West 30th to West 32nd. 370,000

1 Valmar Repair drainage at 2209 Valmar. 110,000

1 Woodlane St Drainage improvemetns Victory to Capitol Drain 400,000

1 Ward 1 Sidewalk Miscellaneous Sidewalk 140,000

1 Total 2,600,000

2 Abigail St 8th to 10th 370,000

2 Adams St 12th St north to I-630. 1,000,000

2 Butler Rd Butler Road at Allyson Circle 15,000

2 Lancaster Drainage 5900 block Lancaster Rd and Lyndell Dr. 150,000

2 Tamela Dr Drainage improvements Valley to Ramona Dr. 45,000

2 Westminister Dr Street and drainage improvements at #45 20,000

2 Windamere Phase 2 Continuation of drainage work Windamere to Carlyle 100,000

2 Woodson Rd Young Road to Hallifax 900,000

2 Total 2,600,000

3 Clarkson St C Street to H Street 300,000

3 Florida Street L Street to M Street 280,000

3 Hawthorne / Tyler Drainage improvements at Tyler Street 170,000

3 N Pine St Lee to Kavanaugh 375,000

3 Overlook Drive Drainage Rebsamen to Greathouse 120,000

3 P St Peirce to Taylor 430,000

3 Sherrill Road Rebsamen Park to N Sherrill 650,000

3 W Street Grant to University 275,000

3 Total 2,600,000

4 Breckenridge Drive Drainage improvements 2600 block 95,000

4 Echo Valley Ct Drainage improvements 9900 block 100,000

4 Gristmill Rd Drainage improvements 190,000

4 Longlea Ct Drainage improvements at #63 105,000

4 Northbrook Circle Drainage improvemetns Northbrook to Brookhaven 100,000

4 Pleasant Valley Drainage improvements near Fulbright School 120,000

4 Pleasant Valley Roundabout at Pleasant Valley and Arkansas Valley 600,000

4 River Mtn Rd Corrugated metal pipe rehabilitation 175,000

4 Rodney Parham Bike lanes markings Valley Club north to Cantrell 470,000

4 Rodney Parham at Buff Drainage improvements at Buff Lane 175,000

4 Russ St Cantrell to Pankey Park 250,000

4 White Willow Ct Drainage improvements 120,000

4 Ward 4 Sidewalk Miscellaneous Sidewalk 100,000

4 Total 2,600,000

Public Works 3/8-Cent Sales Tax

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Ward Project Location Project Cost

5 Bradberry Dr Drainage improvements Bradberry to Sawgrass 60,000

5 Dorado Beach Dr Replace culvert 1600 block 120,000

5 Dorado Beach Dr Drainage improvements 1400 block 40,000

5 Gamble Rd Arthur north to mid 200 block 960,000

5 Heatherbrae/Glenn Valley Culvert crossing Glenn Valley at Stone Creek 60,000

5 LaMarche Drive New roadway LaMarche Dr north to Taylor Loop 900,000

5 Ledgelawn Dr Replace culvert at #7 80,000

5 Maywood Subdivision Drainage improvements Aberdeen to Cantrell 200,000

5 Taylor Loop Drainage Improvements on Taylor at Gooch 150,000

5 Traffic Calming Miscellaneous 30,000

5 Total 2,600,000

6 36th St & Schackleford Shackleford to Dartmoth w/sidewalk on Shackford 515,000

6 Broadmoor Subdivision Repair curb and gutter at multiple locations 20,000

6 Malloy St 42nd St to Col. Glenn 1,100,000

6 Potter St Colonel Glenn to 40th St. 800,000

6 Ward 6 Sidewalk Miscellaneous Sidewalk 165,000

6 Total 2,600,000

7 Dartmoor at Mann Rd Drainage improvements 20,000

7 Marlborough St Young Road to Halifax 600,000

7 Meadowcliff Sidewalk Meadowcliff School on Sheraton Dr. and Edgemont 330,000

7 Sandy Lane / Shady Brook Drainage improvements 150,000

7 Shelia Lane & Meyer Rd Drainage improvemetns Shelia Lane at Meyer 220,000

7 Thompson Rd Drainage improvements 85,000

7 Victoria / Woodford Install underground drainage system. 250,000

7 Ward 7 Sidewalk Miscellaneous Sidewalk 50,000

7 Yarberry Lane Chicot to Deer Meadow 895,000

7 Total 2,600,000

rand Total $18,200,000

Estimated 2015 Expenditure $6 million

Public Works 3/8-Cent Sales Tax

Street and Drainage Projects (2012-2015 Projects)

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1 W. 22nd St Harrison St Cedar Street 4,212

1 S. Van Buren St W. 21st St W. 22nd St 316

1 Battery St Roosevelt Rd W. 29th St 1,300

1 W. 30th St Wolfe St Martin Luther King Jr 1,050

1 3-M Rd HWY 365 S. Rangel Rd 2,670

1 W. 28th St Martin Luther King Jr Wolfe St 1,000

1 W. 17th St Main St Broadway St 1,400

1 Wright Ave Chester St Martin Luther King Jr 1,500

1 Joshua St Asher Ave S. to end at gate 170

1 Ventura Ave E. 9th St S. to end at gate 495

1 S. Cross St W. 2nd St W. Capitol Ave 960

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1 Wolfe St Roosevelt Rd Wright Ave 2,580

1 W. 33rd ST Center St Arch St 1,105

1 Broadway St W. 33rd St W. 34th St 500

1 Baltimore St Springer Blvd Detroit St 1,450

1 Spring St W. 18th W. 23rd 1,876

1 Park St Wright Ave 24th Street 2,160

1 Center Street (conc 23rd

to 20th)

Charles Bussey Roosevelt Rd 2,111

1 Chester Street I-630 Roosevelt Rd 5,960

1 W. 6th Street Main Street Chester Street 3,170

1 East 6th Street I-30 Rock Street 1,380

1 W. 30th Street Wolfe Street Martin Luther King Jr 1,050

1 Battery Street Roosevelt Road W. 29th Street 1,300

1 W. 28th Street Martin Luther King Jr Wolfe Street 1,000

1 Marshall Street Roosevelt Road end south of W. 33rd 3,160

1 Gaines Street W. 17th Street Roosevelt Road 3,210

1 Summit Street W. 29th Street Valliere Street 1,315

1 Valliere Street Battery Street Summit Street and 323

1 Valentine Street W. 25th Street Asher Avenue 340

1 Brown Street W. 23rd Street Asher Avenue 310

1 Daisey Bates Drive Martin Luther King Jr Woodrow Street 4,260

1 Daisey Bates Drive Martin Luther King Jr Commerce Street 6,360

1 Sherman Street E. Capitol Avenue E. 9th Street 1,290

1 Rock Street East 21st Street East 24th Street 1,030

1 W. 35th Street Chester Street Martin Luther King Jr 1,190

1 Minor Street W. 18th Street Charles Bussey Avenue 655

1 W. 23rd Street Main Street Broadway Street 1,415

1 Short Spring Street W. 33rd Street south to end 340

1 W. 22nd Street Wolfe Street Park Street 1,300

1 W. 29th Street Asher Ave Fair Park Boulevard 4,487

1 E. 4th Street Main Street Ferry Street 2,220

1 W. Roosevelt Road

(AHTD ROW)

Battery Street Woodrow Street 2,975

1 7th Street Broadway Street Ferry Street 3,640

1 W. 15th Street Woodrow Street Brown Street 1,365

1 State Street W. 28th Street Short W. 32nd Street 1,575

1 Main Street (AHTD grant

- bike lanes, full mill)

17th Street Roosevelt Road 2,900

1 Main Street (AHTD grant

- bike lanes, full mill)

I-630 17th Street 1,870

1 Main Street (overlaps

AHTD grant project)

Roosevelt Road W. 24th Street 525

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2 Hendrix Ave W. 14th St South to End 600

2 Scott Hamilton Dr

(MILLING/civil project?)

I:30 R.O.W. W. 65th St 3,100

2 Lovett Dr Sunset Lane East to end of pavement 665

2 Margie Cir Loetscher Lane, South to

90° turn to the East

Sunset Ln 1,428

2 South Heights Rd Baseline Rd, South to

begin private section @

entrance to Southern

Pines Mobil Home Park

Entrance to Southern

Pine Mobile Park

1,226

2 Community Rd Baseline Rd Dead End 2,034

2 Christian Dr Scott Hamilton Rd Community Rd 647

2 Republic Lane Valley Drive Rinke Road 2,100

2 Palo Alto Dr Geyer Spring Road East to end 740

2 Trenton Lane Geyer Spring Road Republic Lane 1,100

2 Elmore Rd Warren Rd Stillman Dr 1,465

2 Arnold St Baseline Rd N. to end 627

2 Redwood Dr Warren Dr Oakgrove Ln 1,375

2 Valley Dr Mabelvale Cutoff Valley Dr 2,534

2 W. 28th St S. University Ave S. Fillmore St 1,270

2 Geyer Springs Rd Valley Drive Mabelvale Cutoff 2,375

2 Knollwood Rd Warren Dr Oakgrove Ln 1,375

2 Woodfield Rd Warren Dr Stillman Dr 1,485

2 Warren Dr Valley Drive N. Dead end @ Fairfield Dr 1,345

2 Sunnydale Dr Mabelvale Pike Mabelvale Pike 1,580

2 Primrose Ln Mabelvale Pike W. 51st St 664

2 W. 51st St Maureen Dr Mabelvale Pike 1,585

2 Hinkson Rd Geyer Spring Rd Oman Rd 1,950

2 Windamere Drive Geyer Springs Road east to end incl culdesac 1,233

2 S.University Ave (East

half)

Asher Avenue W. 19th Street 6,300

2 Saxony Circle Queensboro Drive Queensboro Drive 3,650

2 Shelly Drive Baseline Road Keats Drive 1,422

2 Kipling Lane Dickens Lane Dreher Lane 665

2 Kipling Court Kipling Lane east to end 250

2 Dickens Lane Keats Drive Dreher Lane 980

2 Wordsworth Drive Dreher Lane east to end 150

2 Dreher Court Dreher Lane east to end 85

2 Worton Drive Dreher Lane north to end 135

2 Chaucer Lane Keats Drive Carlyle Drive 1,630

2 Carlyle Drive Geyer Springs Road Chaucer Lane 1,340

2 Terryson Drive Chaucer Lane Walpole Drive 210

2 Queensboro Drive Geyer Spring Road Saxony Circle 840

2 Wemberly Drive Saxony Circle Saxony Circle 1,040

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2 Northcliff Drive Saxony Circle Susanne Drive 290

2 Susanne Drive Fairfield Drive South to End 1,130

2 Fairfield Drive Susanne Drive Oakgrove Lane 2,200

2 Jacques Road Fairfield Drive Tena Lane 985

2 Tena Lane Jacques Road Susanne Drive 510

2 Delilah Lane Jacques Road Susanne Drive 530

2 Ricky Lane Lara Lane Malabri Drive 840

2 Reck Road Baseline Road 9216 Reck Road 1,170

2 Rinke Road Geyer Springs Road east to end 2,040

2 W. 8th Street Peyton Street Elm Street 980

2 Lewis Street W. 12th Street W. 8th Street 1,300

2 W. 24th Street Fairpark Boulevard Fillmore Street 600

2 W. 26th Street Fairpark Boulevard Fillmore Street 600

2 W. 26th Street Harrison Street Fairpark Boulevard 625

2 Loetscher Lane Baseline Road Valley Drive 2,330

2 Loetscher Lane Valley Drive Sunset Lane 635

2 Stanton Road Baseline Road I-30 Frontage Road 3,430

2 Adams Street (Civil

project?)

W. 12th Street I-630 1,200

2 Maryland Avenue Washington Street Elm Street 1,400

2 W. 10th Street Abigail Street Washington Street 700

2 Baseline Road (AHTD

HWY)

Geyer Springs Road Hilaro Springs Road 7,950

2 Baseline Road (AHTD

HWY)

Hilaro Springs Road Arch Street 3,550

2 Doyle Springs Road Baseline Road I-30 Frontage Road 3,615

2 Butler Road W. 65th Street Ballinger Road 2,290

2 Patterson Road 65th Street Ballinger Road 3,700

2 Eva Lane Valley Drive south of Milford Drive 2,160

2 Milford Drive Chicot Road Eva Lane 1,360

3 Ridgecrest "H" Street N. University Ave 1,670

3 Cleveland Street "H" Street Rridecrest Dr 485

3 Garfield Circle "H" Street South to end plus cul de 265

3 Arthur Street "H" Street Ridgecrest Dr 485

3 S. Scenic Dr N. Grandview St 5200 5500 Grandview 1,196

3 N. Plaza Dr W. Markham St N. McKinley 1,478

3 Blue Ridge Cir N. Grandview St Scenic Dr 1,410

3 Amherst Dr Mcadoo St Auburn Dr 765

3 Cedar Hill Rd Rebsamen Park Rd Riverfront Dr 1,352

3 W. 2nd St S. Summit St Dead End 330

3 Battery St W. 2nd St W. Markham 300

3 "C" St N. Pierce St east to end at guardrail 700

3 N. Oak St Kavanaugh Blvd Hill Rd 285

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3 N. Pierce St Lee Ave B St 700

3 Walnut St S. Lookout Rd Kenyon St 298

3 Oriole Cir Sandpiper Dr N. to end (Inc Cul-De- 164

3 Stonewall Rd Newton St east Dead End east of N.

Jackson St

1,190

3 Pine Manor Drive Shannon Drive Ranch Valley Drive 1,450

3 Overlook Drive (civil

project?)

Rebsamen Park Rd Rockwood Road 5,900

3 "P" Street University Avenue Polk Street 1,710

3 W. 4th Street Booker Street Johnson Street 320

3 McAdoo Street (civil

project?)

Markham Street "H" Street 2,590

3 Cantrell Road (AHTD

ROW)

N. Grant Street Normandy Drive 600

3 Cantrell Road (AHTD

ROW)

Georgia Avenue "T" Street 1,260

3 Marham/Boone/3rd Bridge near Wolfe Street Pine Street 7,400

3 Normandy Road Cantrell Road Cantrell Road 1,400

3 Normandy Lane Shannon Drive Normandy Road 550

3 Pine Manor Drive Ranch Valley Road Ranch Valley Road 2,405

3 W. 7th Street Woodrow Street Pine Street 3,140

4 Woodberry Road Pebble Beach Dr South to Hinson Road 1,350

4 Edgemond Dr Woodberry Rd Hinson Road 950

4 Longlea Court Pebble Beach Dr North to end plus Cul-de- 830

4 Valley View Dr Pleasant Forest Dr 4216 Valley View Dr 1,362

4 Sugar Maple Lane 4224 Sugar Maple Ln Sam Peck Road 1,250

4 White Fir Cove White Fir Lane North to end plus Cul-de- 300

4 Sierra Forest Dr Pleasant Forest Dr Pleasant Ridge Rd 1,165

4 Agate Cove Garnet Ct East to end plus cul-de- 500

4 Christopher Cove Sugar Maple Ln Northeast to end plus cul-

de-sac

465

4 Christopher Drive Sugar Maple Ln Sugar Maple Ln 1,400

4 Valley View Dr 4216 Valley View Dr North to end plus Cul-de- 875

4 Sugar Maple Lane Valley View Dr 4224 Sugar Maple Ln 2,175

4 Forest Maple Court Sam Peck Rd East to end plus cul-de- 450

4 Forestwood Cove Sugar Maple Ln south to end plus cul-de- 425

4 Shadywood Court Sugar Maple Ln south to end plus cul-de- 610

4 Sam's Cove Sugar Maple Ln East to end plus cul-de- 310

4 Sugar Maple Court Sugar Maple Ln North to end plus Cul-de- 400

4 White Fir Lane Pleasant Forest Dr N. & W. to end 1,400

4 Longview Rd Hinson Rd Pleasant Forest Drive 1,325

4 Cherry Creek Cove Pleasant Forest Dr North to end plus Cul-de- 768

4 Summerdale Ln Butterfield @ Piedmont

Cir.,

N.E. thru Piedmont Ln. to

end, including Cul de

750

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4 River Ridge Ct River Ridge Cir E. to end ( Inc Cul-De-

Sac )

391

4 Painted Valley Dr Hidden Valley Dr Cocono Valley Dr 1,160

4 Gristmill Rd Old Forge Dr Old Forge Dr 3,553

4 Pamela Dr Loretta Ln Biscayne Drive 2,190

4 Hinson Loop Rd Hinson Rd Rainwood Rd 1,270

4 Rocky Valley Drive Rodney Parham Road East to end 2,345

4 Pleasant Valley Drive Platte Valley Drive Rodney Parham Drive 2,870

5 Point West Dr Kanis Rd Point West Cir 320

5 Point West Cir Point West Dr Point West Dr 3,284

5 Point West Cv Point West Cir west end (inc Cul-De-Sac) 636

5 Woodcreek Dr Cherrybark Dr Pride Valley Dr 1,705

5 Patriot Ct Pebble Beach Dr S. end (inc Cul-De-Sac) 170

5 Cape Cod Ct Pebble Beach Dr S. end (inc Cul-De-Sac) 258

5 Turtle Creek Ct Saint Charles Blvd N. to end ( Inc Cul-De- 880

5 Loyola Drive at

Wellington Roundabout

Traffic Circle Traffic Circle

5 Chenal Parkway Kanis Road (east) Gamble Road 9,500

6 Oak Lane W. Markham St, South to end 1,254

6 Meadowbrook Dr Markham, S. thru

Meadowbrook Ln.,

then W. then N. back to

Meadowbrook Ln.

1,995

6 Meadowbrook Ln E. Intersection w/

Meadowbrook Dr.,

West thru W. Inter.

MeadowbrookDr(End

430

6 Longcoy St W. 40th St W. 42nd St 600

6 Leander Dr Parham Pointe Dr Boyle Park entrance 3,040

6 Karon Ct Labette Dr N. to end (Inc Cul-De- 660

6 S. Shackleford Rd Shackleford Pass W. 36th St 1,560

6 S. Shackleford Rd W. 36th St Colonel Glenn Rd 3,410

6 Shackleford Drive N. Shackleford Rd W. Markham St 1,475

6 Pride Valley Drive 14400 Pride Valley Dr South then West to end 745

6 Point West Drive Kanis Rd 1600 Point West Dr 1,400

6 Zion St W. 38th St W. 39th St 335

6 W. 20th St Aldersgate Rd Jr. Deputy Rd 1,255

6 Nichols Rd 2317 Nichols Rd 1601 Nichols Rd 2,575

6 Wilson St 1600 Wilson St W. 24th St 2,644

6 Perry St W. 24th St 1522 Perry St 2,475

6 Vista Dr Cooper Orbit Rd Misty Ln PVT 1,820

6 W. Markham St S. Shackleford Rd Shackleford Dr 1,400

6 Monette Dr Jr. Deputy RD Glenda Dr 210

6 Glenda Dr Marlyn Dr E. Twin Lakes Dr 2,465

6 Barbara Dr Berkshire dr Broadmoor Dr 1,500

6 Barbara Cir Broadmoor Dr Broadmoor Dr 1,010

6 Bellemeade Drive Lakeshore Dr W. 32nd Street 1,092

7 Nash Ln Sibley Hole Rd Mabelvale West Rd 2,610

7 Sophia Dr Edwina Dr; N. to end 436

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Public Works 2013 Capital Improvement Bond Street Resurfacing, Street and

Drainage Projects – Following a series of community meetings, the Board

approved $60 million in projects to be completed for street resurfacing, street and

drainage reconstruction projects, traffic signals, traffic calming, and sidewalks.

 Estimated Total Project Cost: $60,000,000

 Funding Sources: 2013 Capital Improvement Bond Issue

 2015 Estimated Expenditures: $15 million

 Estimated Completion Date: December, 2016

 Estimated Increase to Operating Expenditures: Not applicable.

Maintenance will be performed with current annual public works allocations

for street maintenance in the Street Fund budget.

FROM TO

7 Boydston Rd Herndon Rd N. to private Dr; Fonda

978

7 Eagle Nest Ct Davis Cup Ln W. to end Inc Cul-De- 1,008

7 Mallard Cove Hunters Woods Drive Quail Run Drive 1,430

7 Hunters Woods Drive Quail Run Drive end 900

7 Eagle Nest Court Davis Cup Lane end including cul-de-sac 960

7 Tedburn Drive Merrivale Drive Dartmoor Drive 870

7 Merrivale Drive Baseline Road Woodford Drive 1,700

7 Goldleaf Dr Crystal Valley Rd Redleaf Cir 1,145

7 Redleaf Cir Crystal Valley Rd Goldleaf Dr 2,100

7 Silverleaf Ct Crystal Valley Rd E. to end Inc Cul-De-Sac 840

7 Greencrest Drive Oak Park Drive W. to end Inc Cul-De- 300

7 Greencrest Drive Greencrest Drive W. 43rd Street 1,010

7 Holy Springs Boulevard Geyer Springs Road Hilaro Springs Road 2,640

7 Eagle Drive Chicot Road west to end 1,125

7 Distribution Drive Baseline Road I-30 Access Road 3,610

7 Production Drive Baseline Road I-30 Access Road 1,640

7 Crystal Valley Road Stagecoach Rd 13805 Crystal Valley 3,760

STREET NAME

STREET

Length W A R D

2015 STREET RESURFACING PROGRAM

Ward Project Location Total

1 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 1 $3,000,000

1 17th St. Woodrow St to Brown St 1,000,000

1 Asher Ave Oak to Woodrow 3,000,000

1 Plantation Pickett Plantation Dr at Pickett Dr 200,000

1 Wright Avenue Viaduct Grant match, bridge at the railroad 500,000

1 Total 7,700,000

Public Works 2013 Capital Improvement Bonds

Street and Drainage Projects (2014-2016)

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Ward Project Location Total

2 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 2 3,000,000

2 Dailey Drive Sidewalk Baseline south to the Health Clinic 50,000

2 Elm St and Maryland St 8th to Maryland to Lewis 500,000

2 Fair Park Traffic Calming 12th to Asher 400,000

2 Geyer Springs Railroad Overpass 58th St to 65th St Grant Match 500,000

2 Scott Hamilton I-30 to 65th St 3,800,000

2 West 10th St Abigail St to Washington St 550,000

2 Total 8,800,000

3 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 3 3,000,000

3 Cedar Hill Bridge Repair Riverdale 600,000

3 Coleman Creek Buchanon to H St. 50,000

3 Kingsrow Drive 200 Block of Kingsrow 510,000

3 McAdoo Drainage Markham to Amherst, Pinnacle to H 1,050,000

3 Pine Manor Drainage Ranch Valley 500,000

3 Pine Valley Roundabout Pine Valley at Mckinley 400,000

3 Polk Street Improvements Lee Ave. to A St. 690,000

3 Scenic Drive Drainage Grant St. to N. Taylor St. 500,000

3 Zoo Dr. Roundabout Zoo Dr at Fairpark 400,000

3 Total 7,700,000

4 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 4 3,000,000

4 Cecil Drive Drainage Cecil Drive and Shephards Drive 500,000

4 El Dorado / Hinson Drainage Hinson Rd at Eldorado Dr 250,000

4 Ellis / Steven Drainage Intersection of Ellis and Steven Dr 500,000

4 Hinson / Pebble Beach Intersection Hinson Rd at Pebble Beach Dr 250,000

4 Pinnacle Valley Cantrell to City Limits 1,500,000

4 Rodney Parham / 430 Interchange Rodney Parham 700,000

4 Total 6,700,000

5 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 5 3,000,000

5 El Dorado / Hinson Drainage Hinson Rd at Eldorado Dr 250,000

5 Hinson / Pebble Beach Intersection Hinson Rd at Pebble Beach Dr 250,000

5 Kanis Road Bowman to Point West 1,850,000

5 Pinnacle Valley Cantrell to City Limits 1,500,000

5 Ranch Blvd Signal Ranch Blvd at Cantrell Rd 150,000

5 Taylor Loop Road Rahling to LaMarche Dr. 1,300,000

5 Total 8,300,000

6 36th Street Roundabout 36th Street and Romine Rd 300,000

6 44th St 44th Street West of Potter 700,000

6 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 6 3,000,000

6 Barrow Road Streetscape Kanis to 36th St. 2,000,000

6 Kanis Road Shackleford to Embassy Suites Dr. 1,000,000

6 Total 7,000,000

7 Asphalt Overlay Program Asphalt Overlay - Ward 7 3,000,000

7 Chicot Rd & Mabelvale Pike Mabelvale Pike south to Chicot to Shetland 2,000,000

7 Mabelvale Cutoff Shiloh to Sardis 2,800,000

7 Total 7,800,000

City-wide Projects Projects of city-wide significance 6,000,000

Grand Total $60,000,000

Estimated 2015 Expenditures: $15,000,000

Public Works 2013 Capital Improvement Bonds

Street and Drainage Projects (2014-2016)

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Debt Management

City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

DEBT MANAGEMENT

The City of Little Rock is authorized to issue General Obligation Bonds payable

from ad valorem taxes to finance capital improvements. These bonds require

majority voter approval prior to issuance. The Arkansas State constitution provides

that the amount payable out of property taxes shall not exceed 20% of the City’s

assessed valuation. The City of Little Rock falls well below this statutory

requirement. As of 12/31/14, the net amount of debt outstanding was

$101,657,006. The legal debt margin allows the City flexibility to issue up to an

additional $897,304,020.

Generally, the City has experienced a stable financial condition as well as sound

debt administration. For example, the City’s net general obligation long-term debt

per capita is $525.31 well below $1,200 per capita which would be a warning trend.

This has allowed the City to enjoy favorable bond ratings on its General Obligation

Bonds. The City has received an AA bond rating from Standard & Poor’s and an

Aa2 rating from Moody’s Investor Services. An AA rating from Standard & Poor’s

indicates that the bonds are high quality with a very strong capacity to pay principal

and interest.

Amount

2014 Assessed Value

(2014 Assessment to be Collected in 2015)

Real Property $2,926,034,180

Personal Property 794,678,602

Utility:

Personal Property 275,131,322

Total Assessment 3,995,844,104

Debt Limit (20% of assessment) 799,168,821

Short-Term Financing Debt Limit (5% of assessment) 199,792,205

Sub-Total Debt Limit 998,961,026

G.O. & Short Term Bonds Outstanding @ 12/31/14 122,502,871

Less:

Amt avail. In Debt Service (at 12/31/14) 20,845,865

Outstanding Bonds, Net of Debt Service 101,657,006

Legal Debt Margin $897,304,020

City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Computation of Legal Debt Margin

December 31, 2014

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The legal debt limit is the maximum issuance of general obligation bonds. The

debt limit is determined by combining the twenty percent (20%) of the assessed

value of real estate in the Little Rock city limits for General Obligation Bonds with

five percent (5%) of the assessed value of real estate in the Little Rock city limits

for Short-Term Financing. For 2014, the legal debt limit is $998,961,026 based on

a total assessment of $3,995,844,104.

The City of Little Rock has three areas of current debt levels, which combined,

equal the total debt level of the city. Current general obligation level as of

December 31, 2014 is $97,190,000. The current revenue bond level is

$38,000,000. The short-term debt level is $25,312,872 for an overall current debt

level of $160,502,872.

Although the City may increase the general obligation and the short-term debt

levels to $998,961,026, resources to repay the bonds would require an increase in

the value of existing and new property and/or an increase in millage. For the City

of Little Rock, the millage required to fund $999 million in debt is approximately

15.74 mills. Currently, the property tax millage for the retirement of general

obligation debt is 4.9 mills. The millage may be increased to provide funds up to

the legal debt limit with voter approval. The City of Little Rock issued the

$70,635,000 Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds Series in 2004, secured with

a property tax millage of 3.3 mills, to finance capital improvements within the City

of Little Rock. In April 2013, the $70,635,000 bonds were redeemed in full and the

bonds were defeased. The citizens of Little Rock approved a new annual ad

valorem tax at a lesser rate of 3.0 mills at a special election held on September 11,

2012. As a result of the new millage, the City’s master plan is to issue up to

$105,000,000 in general obligation debt to fund $73,500,000 in street

Legal Debt Legal Debt

Margin Limit

2004 556,368,641 664,883,347

2005 611,096,546 713,061,578

2006 659,726,412 761,730,525

2007 725,407,499 820,379,036

2008 800,758,307 887,078,087

2009 807,405,018 899,996,683

2010 824,122,887 902,775,323

2011 869,712,492 931,761,237

2012 876,979,992 942,877,678

2013 845,829,289 965,793,157

2014 897,304,020 998,961,026

Debt Applicable to Debt Limit 2004 - 2014

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improvements and $31,500,000 in drainage Improvements. In July 2013, the City

of Little Rock issued the first series of Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds for

streets and drainage in the amount of $58,105,000. The City does not plan to

issue a second series of bonds until the 2016 – 2017 timeframe.

To issue additional general obligation debt without a dedicated revenue stream

would negatively impact the General Fund. The City will not issue such debt

without a voter approved millage increase to fund the retirement. By law, five (5)

mills is the maximum allowed to fund General Fund operations. The City’s current

operating millage is the maximum.

PRINCIPAL PRINCIPAL BONDS PRINCIPAL INTEREST

ORIGINAL MATURITY INTEREST BALANCE BONDS PAID IN RETIRED BALANCE PAID IN

GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT

TRUSTEE AMOUNT DATE RATE AT 12/31/13 ISSUED 2014 2014 AT 12/31/2014 2014

2008 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 4,000,000 3/1/2028 3.00% - 4.75% 2,775,000 0 165,000 175,000 2,435,000 112,878

2009 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 28,000,000 3/1/2028 3.00% - 5.00% 20,590,000 0 1,175,000 1,295,000 18,120,000 809,803

2012 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 31,015,000 3/1/2032 2.00% - 4.00% 29,945,000 0 1,185,000 1,295,000 27,465,000 940,430

2013 Limited Tax Capital Improvement First Security Bank 58,105,000 4/1/2033 1.00% - 5.00% 58,105,000 0 5,230,000 3,705,000 49,170,000 1,620,330

REVENUE BONDS

2007 Infrastruture Refunding U.S, Bank 13,350,000 10/1/2019 4.00% - 5.00% 7,390,000 0 1,105,000 0 6,285,000 334,213

2002 Junior Lien Revenue Bonds U.S. Bank 3,630,000 10/1/2018 3.50% - 4.65% 1,410,000 0 255,000 0 1,155,000 62,880

2009A Parks & Rec Revenue Bonds Bank of the Ozarks 7,830,000 1/1/2039 2.00% - 5.50% 7,120,000 0 140,000 0 6,980,000 361,063

2003 Capital Imp.and Refunding Projects U.S. Bank 11,855,000 7/1/2028 1.50% - 5.30% 9,080,000 0 425,000 0 8,655,000 464,535

2007 Waste Disposal Revenue Bond Citizens Bank 3,400,000 5/1/2022 5.30% - 5.87% 2,360,000 0 210,000 0 2,150,000 128,770

2009B Parks & Rec Bank of the Ozarks 12,120,000 1/1/2039 2.00% - 5.375% 11,345,000 0 220,000 0 11,125,000 575,148

2010 Waste Disposal Revenue Bonds BancorpSouth 6,570,000 5/1/2016 1.90% - 3.77% 2,435,000 0 785,000 0 1,650,000 70,338

TEMPORARY NOTE

2011 Temporary Note Pinnacle Public Finance 4,600,000 12/22/2016 1.75% 2,807,737 0 919,723 0 1,888,014 49,135

2012 Temporary Note Banc of America Public Capital Corp. 18,580,000 3/28/2017 1.38% 14,964,709 0 3,664,647 0 11,300,062 206,513

2013 Temporary Note U.S. Bank 7,700,000 7/30/2018 1.61% 7,700,000 0 1,491,204 0 6,208,796 123,970

2014 Temporary Note SunTrust Finance & Leasing Corp. 5,916,000 6/27/2019 1.46% 0 5,916,000 0 0 5,916,000 0

Grand Total

$216,671,000 $178,027,446 $5,916,000 $16,970,574 $6,470,000 $160,502,872 $5,860,006

SUMMARY OF BOND INDEBTEDNESS

For the month ended December 31, 2014

PRINCIPAL PRINCIPAL BONDS PRINCIPAL INTEREST

ORIGINAL MATURITY INTEREST BALANCE BONDS PAID IN RETIRED BALANCE PAID IN

GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT

TRUSTEE AMOUNT DATE RATE AT 12/31/14 ISSUED 2015 2015 AT 12/31/2015 2015

2008 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 4,000,000 3/1/2028 3.00% - 4.75% 2,435,000 0 175,000 0 2,260,000 102,343

2009 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 28,000,000 3/1/2028 3.00% - 5.00% 18,120,000 0 1,210,000 0 16,910,000 741,853

2012 Library Construction and Imp. Bonds Regions Bank 31,015,000 3/1/2032 2.00% - 4.00% 27,465,000 0 1,215,000 0 26,250,000 871,457

2013 Limited Tax Capital Improvement First Security Bank 58,105,000 4/1/2033 1.00% - 5.00% 49,170,000 0 4,200,000 4,965,000 40,005,000 1,508,022

REVENUE BONDS

2007 Infrastruture Refunding U.S, Bank 13,350,000 10/1/2019 4.00% - 5.00% 6,285,000 0 1,150,000 0 5,135,000 287,250

2002 Junior Lien Revenue Bonds U.S. Bank 3,630,000 10/1/2018 3.50% - 4.65% 1,155,000 0 270,000 0 885,000 52,042

2009A Parks & Rec Revenue Bonds Bank of the Ozarks 7,830,000 1/1/2039 2.00% - 5.50% 6,980,000 0 140,000 0 6,840,000 356,564

2003 Capital Imp.and Refunding Projects U.S. Bank 11,855,000 7/1/2028 1.50% - 5.30% 8,655,000 0 440,000 0 8,215,000 445,835

2007 Waste Disposal Revenue Bond Citizens Bank 3,400,000 5/1/2022 5.30% - 5.87% 2,150,000 0 220,000 0 1,930,000 116,782

2009B Parks & Rec Bank of the Ozarks 12,120,000 1/1/2039 2.00% - 5.375% 11,125,000 0 230,000 0 10,895,000 567,915

2010 Waste Disposal Revenue Bonds BancorpSouth 6,570,000 5/1/2016 1.90% - 3.77% 1,650,000 0 810,000 0 840,000 45,154

TEMPORARY NOTE

2011 Temporary Note Pinnacle Public Finance 4,600,000 12/22/2016 1.75% 1,888,014 0 935,819 0 952,195 33,040

2012 Temporary Note Banc of America Public Capital Corp. 18,580,000 3/28/2017 1.38% 11,300,062 0 3,715,219 0 7,584,843 155,941

2013 Temporary Note U.S. Bank 7,700,000 7/30/2018 1.61% 6,208,796 0 1,515,212 0 4,693,584 99,962

2014 Temporary Note SunTrust Finance & Leasing Corp. 5,916,000 6/27/2019 1.46% 5,916,000 0 1,149,151 0 4,766,849 86,374

Grand Total

$216,671,000 $160,502,872 $0 $17,375,401 $4,965,000 $138,162,471 $5,470,534

SUMMARY OF BOND INDEBTEDNESS

For the month ended December 31, 2015

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FUTURE DEBT SERVICE

YEAR PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL

2015 $17,375,400.66 $5,507,588.39 $22,882,989.05

2016 $17,114,001.43 $5,058,598.36 $22,172,599.79

2017 $13,925,919.71 $4,621,373.78 $18,547,293.49

2018 $10,469,804.21 $4,209,226.54 $14,679,030.75

2019 $8,892,745.80 $3,825,910.39 $12,718,656.19

2020 $6,605,000.00 $3,456,291.29 $10,061,291.29

2021 $6,910,000.00 $3,149,421.91 $10,059,421.91

2022 $7,235,000.00 $2,825,237.53 $10,060,237.53

2023 $7,240,000.00 $2,491,345.03 $9,731,345.03

2024 $7,550,000.00 $2,170,835.03 $9,720,835.03

YEAR

PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL

2015 $14,115,400.66 $3,636,043.85 $17,751,444.51

2016 $13,714,001.43 $3,323,174.32 $17,037,175.75

2017 $11,245,919.71 $3,023,722.49 $14,269,642.20

2018 $7,654,804.21 $2,740,856.50 $10,395,660.71

2019 $6,302,745.80 $2,484,687.86 $8,787,433.66

2020 $5,310,000.00 $2,237,010.02 $7,547,010.02

2021 $5,550,000.00 $1,996,497.52 $7,546,497.52

2022 $5,805,000.00 $1,742,727.52 $7,547,727.52

2023 $6,075,000.00 $1,473,996.27 $7,548,996.27

2024 $6,330,000.00 $1,213,361.27 $7,543,361.27

YEAR

PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL

2015 $3,260,000.00 $1,871,544.54 $5,131,544.54

2016 $3,400,000.00 $1,735,424.04 $5,135,424.04

2017 $2,680,000.00 $1,597,651.29 $4,277,651.29

2018 $2,815,000.00 $1,468,370.04 $4,283,370.04

2019 $2,590,000.00 $1,341,222.53 $3,931,222.53

2020 $1,295,000.00 $1,219,281.27 $2,514,281.27

2021 $1,360,000.00 $1,152,924.39 $2,512,924.39

2022 $1,430,000.00 $1,082,510.01 $2,512,510.01

2023 $1,165,000.00 $1,017,348.76 $2,182,348.76

2024 $1,220,000.00 $957,473.76 $2,177,473.76

OVERALL FUTURE DEBT SERVICE

GENERAL OBLIGATION FUTURE DEBT SERVICE

REVENUE BOND FUTURE DEBT SERVICE

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Little Rock's

Debt Available for Percentage Share of

Governmental Unit Retirement Applicable Overlapping Debt

City of Little Rock, Arkansas $122,502,871 100% $122,502,871

Little Rock Public School District 191,076,454 100% 191,076,454

Total direct and overlapping debt $313,579,325 $313,579,325

City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Direct and Overlapping Governmental Activities Debt

As of December 31, 2014

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Departmental

Information

City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Mayor

Mission Statement

To make policies and provide representation for the citizens

of Little Rock; provide executive management and

administration of City affairs; provide legal advice and

representation for the City; serve as official recorder and

custodian of public documents; and to conduct municipal

judicial proceedings for criminal and traffic offences.

Citizens

Mayor

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Mayor

2014 Department Priorities Status

City of Little Rock opened the 12th Street Police

Station. Completed

Implement an apartment safety/crime free diagram.

Ongoing

Continue the Neighborhood Stabilization Program for the

redevelopment of neighborhoods in the Midtown

Neighborhoods south of Interstate 630.

Ongoing

Finalize the 12th Street Corridor Plan through the

Metroplan Jump Start Grant; work with partners to

identify development opportunities along the corridor.

Ongoing

Continue to develop, with private sector investment, the

Creative Corridor; concentrating on art, culture, science

and technology.

Ongoing

Complete the "Low Impact Development" Project along

Main Street; working with the development community

to further invest along the Main Street Corridor.

Ongoing

Developed and implemented an ordinance to provide

recycling at the City's various multi-family housing

complexes.

Completed

Improve programming and operations of the Homeless

Day Resource Center.

Ongoing

Begin the analysis on the revitalization of the residential

areas east of Interstate 30.

Ongoing

Begin the implementation of a Master Plan for Western

Hills, Hindman parks and First Tee recreational areas.

Ongoing

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Mayor

2015 Department Goals

Open the West Little Rock Police Substation on Highway 10.

Continue to fund and complete the Arkansas River Trail.

Continue to support the Mayor's Commission on Sustainability to promote

sustainable initiatives and continue to host an annual summit on sustainability.

Continue with the City's 'Love Your School' initiative focused on the childhood

obesity epidemic by promoting healthy living, eating and exercising while

reducing the City's food deserts.

Ensure that the local sales tax increased, which was approved by voters in

2011, is spent responsibly and according to the plan laid out to the citizens

before the election.

Work with the various economic development organizations to attract and

retain jobs for the community.

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Overall City Goals and Objectives.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

General Government and Administration

General Administrative

Mission Statement

To deliver the highest level of quality information on policies,

services, and activities of Little Rock City Government to the citizen

and facilitate the delivery of emergency response information to the

general public and make available, through electronic media,

information about city and community events.

Citizens

Mayor & Board

of Directors

City Attorney City Manager District Court Judges

Assistant City Manager

City Clerk

Racial & Cultural

Diversity

Small & Minority Women

Owned Business

Development

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General Administrative

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $28,062,042 38.26%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $5,908,554 $6,274,458 $7,324,779

Supplies and Materials 115,582 60,665 53,804

Contractual 12,488,284 12,620,896 12,932,401

Repairs and Maintenance 12,956 16,928 36,341

Capital 000

Debt Service 5,993,200 1,323,343 7,714,717

$24,518,576 $20,296,290 $28,062,042

Staffing 26 31 31

$3,250,000

$6,500,000

$9,750,000

$13,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Debt Service CapitalRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Salaries and

Employee

Benefits

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

General Government includes Mayor and City Manager, City Clerk, Racial and Cultural

Diversity, Emergency Management, Small and Women Owned Business Development, and

LRTV. The personnel cost in the Employee Benefits Division is primarily for General Fund

workers compensation, retiree benefits, and actuarially determined pension contributions.

Debt service will increase by approximately $1.2 million in 2015 due to the addition of debt

service on the 2014 Short-term note. Approximately $6.4 million will be transferred in from

the 3/8-cent sales tax fund to fund principal payments on debt issued from 2012 - 2014 to

accelerate 3/8-cent capital projects.

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City Manager

2014 Department Priorities Status

Completed construction of the 12th Street Station and

developed a schedule for occupancy.

Completed

Improved and expanded Police Officer and Fire Fighter

recruiting efforts and conducting at least one (1) Recruit

School for Police and Fire in 2014.

Completed

Acquire suitable facility for additional Northwest Patrol

Substation along Cantrell Road corridor and begin

rehabilitation of the structure.

Ongoing

Completed construction of Cell 5 in the Class 1 landfill and

Cell 3 in the Class 4 landfill.

Completed

Developed web applications for staff to better utilize

Geographical Information System (GIS) and moved the

current City of Little Rock web page zoning and land use

applications from Pulaski Area Geographical Information

System (PAGIS) maintenance and storage to the

Department.

Completed

Continue the development of a Re-Entry Employment

Readiness Training Program throughout all City

Departments and fully implement the pre-release process

and programming for returning Little Rock residents.

Ongoing

In collaboration with the Little Rock School District,

implemented a Skills Training Pilot Project for eighteen

(18) to twenty-four (24) year-old youth who are out of

school

Completed

Opened the City's new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

fueling station at 501 Ferry Street.

Completed

Initiated an eighteen (18) month plan and converted 20%

of the City's current late model pick-up trucks to (CNG).

Completed

Initiated Quiet Title Actions on sixteen Land Bank

properties to spur redevelopment in targeted

neighborhoods; utilized Federal Funds to outsource and

provide a more efficient turn-around for obtaining those

actions.

Completed

Completed the first phase construction of Natural Steps

Athletic Complex to include four (4) athletic fields,

entrance road and parking.

Completed

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City Manager

2014 Department Priorities (Continued) Status

Begin construction on a new Arkansas Farm exhibit set for

a grand opening in 2015.

Ongoing

Continue making improvements to the Animal Village Dog

Park to include the addition of water fountains for

individuals and the installation of a water play area for

dogs.

Ongoing

Continue providing support and making regular reports to

the LR Cent Committee and the Board of Directors

regarding the status of the one (1) Cent Local Sales Tax

revenues and the progress toward the completion of

capital projects authorized under the 3/8 Cent portion of

the tax.

Ongoing

Increase the utilization of social media to market City

programs and services. Inform and educate the public

regarding activities and issues within the community to

broaden the constituency base.

Ongoing

Develop a Request for Proposal to conduct a Disparity

Study for the City of Little Rock.

Ongoing

2015 Department Goals

Continue to improve and expand Police Officer and Fire Fighter recruiting

efforts and conduct at least one (1) Recruit School for Police and Fire.

Continue to utilize and make improvements to crime analysis driven

enforcement programs.

Complete the design of all infrastructure bond projects currently approved and

move 90% of the remaining bond projects to bidding, contract award and

construction phase. Complete the design of all sales tax projects currently

approved and move 75% of the remaining sales tax projects to bidding,

contract award and construction phase.

To become Industry Certified through Fleet Consulting Services and

Government Fleet Management Alliance as recognition for having met or

exceeded all twenty (20) Mission Critical Factors of Fleet Management,

verifying that the City of Little Rock Fleet Services Department is industry

competitive and cost-efficient.

Upgrade the hardware and software of the 311 System, which is used to log

and dispatch citizen request across multiple City Departments.

Explore the feasibility and cost of placing kiosk in the Neighborhood Resource

Centers to provide access to other City services and information.

Provide on-going training to improve the accuracy of code violation notices,

citations, affidavits and condemnation files.

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City Manager

2015 Department Goals (Continued)

Develop and implement a community-oriented process to determine the

needs/interest of the 12th Street area for approximately 4,400 square-feet of

unoccupied space in the 12th Street Station.

Complete construction of the West Central Community Center.

Update the 2001 Little Rock Parks & Recreation Master Plan that is more than

ten (10) years old, and needs to be updated to reflect progress and maintain

accreditation.

Continue the refinement and implementation of the War Memorial

Redevelopment Plan, which will include properties south of Interstate 630 that

were purchased in 2013.

Update walkways, rails and graphics to enhance American Disability Act (ADA)

accessibility at the Zoo.

Develop a loan program utilizing Home Investment Partnership Program

(HOME) Funds that can be utilized to further development activities with limited

funds from HUD.

Explore additional funding sources for the Elderly Home Repair Program (EHP)

through a possible partnership with a local bank to create and develop a loan

program to assist recipients of EHP Grants to cover costs over the $25,000

grant maximum.

Complete the construction of a quarantine area at the Little Rock Animal

Village to segregate incoming dogs to reduce exposure to healthy animals.

Monitor and report on infrastructure projects funded by the issuance of the

2013 Capital Improvement Bonds for Street and Drainage Projects.

Develop and implement a strategy to increase minority and women-owned

business procurement opportunities within the City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

City Manager

Department: City Manager

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $28,062,042

Department Description:

To ensure the effective implementation, administration and evaluation of City programs established

through the policy directives of the Board of Directors; to provide administrative support to the City

Manager and Board of Directors and to serve as a resource for citizens and neighborhood groups.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: Provide responses to City Board of Director requests in a timely manner.

Demand: Number of City Board of Director

requests.

250

275

Workload: Number of City Board of Director

requests completed.

225

273

Efficiency: Number of City Board of Director

requests completed in a timely manner.

225

273

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of City Board of

Director requests completed in a timely manner.

100%

Objective: Provide responses to citizen requests within a timely manner.

Demand: Number of citizens requests for

information.

200

225

Workload: Number of citizen requests for

information completed.

200

225

Efficiency: Number of citizen requests for

information completed in a timely manner.

180

210

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of total citizen

requests completed a timely manner.

90%

93%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Basic City Services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Board of Directors

Mission Statement

To make policies and provide representation for the citizens

of Little Rock; provide executive management and

administration of City affairs; provide legal advice and

representation for the city; serve as official recorder and

custodian of public documents; and to conduct municipal

judicial proceedings for criminal and traffic offences.

Citizens

Board of Directors

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Board of Directors

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $342,027 1.03%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $229,349 $280,348 $283,848

Supplies and Materials 14,420 2,990 2,990

Contractual 32,996 55,097 55,097

Repairs and Maintenance 0 92 92

Total $276,766 $338,527 $342,027

Staffing 111

$75,000

$150,000

$225,000

$300,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Board staffing reflects the one (1) full time assistant dedicated to the Board of

Directors. The Board consists of ten (10) part-time elected officials representing the

City’s seven (7) Wards with three (3) at large positions. The increase in expenditures

is attributed to salary, health care, and benefit cost changes for non-uniform

employees.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Board of Directors

2014 Department Priorities

Status

Participate in professional development opportunities

offered by the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the National

League of Cities, the Arkansas Municipal League and

other professional organizations.

Ongoing

Develop policies and programs to improve the City of Little

Rock; focus on the priority areas of public safety,

economic development, infrastructure, basic City services

and quality of life.

Ongoing

Meet with neighborhoods and community groups to

discuss and resolve issues of concern.

Ongoing

Ensure the successful implementation of the City's 3/8-

Cent Capital Projects and the 5/8-Cent Operating Sales

Tax Funds.

Ongoing

2015 Department Goals

Participate in professional development opportunities offered by the U.S.

Conference of Mayors, the National League of Cities, the Arkansas Municipal

League and other professional organizations.

Develop policies and programs to improve the City of Little Rock; focus on the

priority areas of public safety, economic development, infrastructure, basic

City services and quality of life.

Meet with neighborhoods and community groups to discuss and resolve

issues of concern.

Ensure the successful implementation of the City's 3/8-Cent Capital Projects

and the 5/8-Cent Operating Sales Tax Fund.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Board of Directors

Department: Board of Directors

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $342,027

Department Description:

To provide executive management and administration of City affairs; provide legal advice and

representation for the city; serve as official recorder and custodian of public documents.

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Overall City Goals and Objectives.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Community Programs

Mission Statement

To effectively administer and maximize the Future Little Rock PIT/CYF

funds authorized under Ordinance 16,496 (and other funds) in order to

provide the community with quality programs that utilize citizen

involvement, proven practices, and standardized process with the goal of

improving positive outcomes and the quality of life for the children, youth,

and families of Little Rock.

Assistant City

Manager

Director of

Community Programs

Administration Programs

Children, Youth &

Family

Anti - Tobacco

PIT

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Community Programs

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $423,578 9.15%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $366,924 $380,059 $415,556

Supplies and Materials 11 1,874 1,874

Contractual 5,803 6,000 6,000

Repairs and Maintenance 0 148 148

Total $372,737 $388,081 $423,578

Staffing 10 10 11

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The majority of changes to the Community Programs budget is included in

programs funded by the $5.5 million contribution to Children Youth and

Family prevention, intervention and treatment, and re-entry programs. An

office assistant position was added to the 2015 budget.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Community Programs

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continued development of the Re-entry Employment

Readiness Training Program.

Completed

Developed specifications for an evidence based mentoring

component for the Re-entry program.

Completed

Implemented tracking software to monitor program

performance.

Completed

Revised contracting process so that all contracts are

executed within six weeks following board action.

Completed

Worked with community youth council to address Tobacco

ordinance revisions.

Completed

Implemented a skills training pilot project in collaboration

with the Little Rock School District for 18-24 year old

citizens who are out of school.

Completed

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Community Programs

2015 Department Goals

Create a comprehensive, sustainable, long-term Master Plan that will serve

as a comprehensive Action Plan to directly improve and enhance the overall

quality of life for the children, youth, and families of Little Rock, Arkansas

while building and strengthening the entire community.

Secure the full utilization of the Management Information System (MIS) with

all funded programs.

Create targeted tobacco cessation programs for Little Rock Police

Department (LRPD) and Little Rock Fire Department (LRFD).

Expand Re-Entry services to provide support services to juveniles and

young adults through partnerships with Division of Youth Services (DYS)

and the Little Rock School District.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Community Programs

Department: Community Programs

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $423,578

Department Description:

To ensure the effective implementation, administration and evaluation of City social services and

human services programs assigned to the department and to serve as a resource for citizens,

resident groups, neighborhood associations and other community based organizations providing

these services.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To recruit youth, provide orientation, and approve youth to hire for summer

employment.

Demand: Youth available for recruitment and

orientation.

750

Workload: Youth recruited and processed through

orientation.

500

600

Efficiency: Youth processed and available for

employment in June.

500

600

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of youth processed

and available for work in June.

67%

80%

Objective: To audit, approve, and process all reimbursement requests for payment within 14

days.

Demand: Requests available for process and

reimbursement.

570

756

Workload: Requests processed for

reimbursement.

570

710

725

Efficiency: Requests processed per month.

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of total requests

processed.

100%

94%

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Ma

nagement Policy for a

Safe City and Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

City Attorney

Mission Statement

To provide legal assistance and representation for the City of

Little Rock and its Boards and Commissions.

Mayor and

Board of

Directors

City Attorney

Legal

Litigation Transaction

City Manager

Administration

Litigation

Transaction

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

City Attorney

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $1,836,901 3.79%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,404,865 $1,600,553 $1,667,680

Supplies and Materials 86,781 77,202 77,202

Contractual 74,163 90,953 90,953

Repairs and Maintenance 1,066 1,066

Total $1,565,809 $1,769,774 $1,836,901

Staffing 18 18 19

$450,000

$900,000

$1,350,000

$1,800,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Approximately $55,000 of the personnel increase is attributed to salary,

health care, and pension contribution increases for non-uniform employees,

including the cost of a new Real Estate Attorney position.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

City Attorney

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continue transparent communication methods through

reports, alerts and various updates.

Ongoing

Continue providing legal advice on the Criminal Abatement

Program.

Ongoing

Continue to prepare legal research memoranda in a timely

manner.

Ongoing

Maintain awareness of recent changes in Federal law and

regulations that may impact Little Rock government.

Ongoing

Assist City departments with the drafting of proposed

ordinances and resolutions.

Ongoing

Continue to review, research and draft contracts for City

departments and commissions.

Ongoing

Implemented Concourse software program. Completed

Continue to handle litigation cases. Ongoing

Continue to prosecute traffic, truancy and code violations. Ongoing

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

City Attorney

2015 Department Goals

Continue transparent communication methods through reports, alerts and

various updates.

Continue to provide legal advice on the Criminal Abatement Program.

Continue to prepare legal research memoranda in a timely manner.

Maintain awareness of recent changes in State and Federal law and

regulations that may impact Little Rock government.

Assist City departments with the drafting of proposed ordinances and

resolutions.

Continue to review, research and draft contracts for City departments and

commissions.

Continue to represent the City in litigation cases for or against the City.

Continue to prosecute traffic, truancy and code violations.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

City Attorney

Department: City Attorney

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $1,836,901

Department Description:

To provide adequate administrative controls to ensure the delivery of effective legal review of all City

programs established by the Board of Directors and the administration of the City; to ensure that

effective legal representation is provided for all lawsuits brought by or against the City; and to

ensure that legal counsel is provided for all City boards, commissions, and departments.

2013 2014 2015

Actual

Budget Budget

Objective: To litigate cases.

Demand: Cases to be litigated. 82 63 70

Workload: Cases litigated. 82 63 70

Efficiency: Cases litigated per year. 82 63 70

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of litigated cases

closed per year.

n/a n/a n/a

Objective: To prosecute health and safety code

Violations.

Demand: Violations presented for final

judgment. 2,738 2,475 2,500

Workload: Violations prosecuted for final

judgment. 2,738 2,475 2,500

Efficiency: Violations convictions. 1,695 815 1,000

Effect/Outcome: Conviction rate. 62% 33% 40%

Objective: To prosecute DUI/DWI violations.

Demand: DUI/DWI pleas and trials. 357 324 340

Workload: Court appearances for DUI/DWI pleas

and trials. 357 324 340

Efficiency: Guilty DUI/DWI pleas and convictions 250 192 221

Effect/Outcome: Percentage guilty. 70% 59% 65%

Objective: Prepare contract and legal memoranda

in a timely manner.

Demand: Request for contracts and legal

research. 212 194 200

Workload: Contracts and research memoranda

prepared. 212 194 200

Efficiency: Contracts and memoranda prepared in

a timely manner. 212 194 200

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of contracts and

memoranda prepared in a timely manner. 100% 100% 100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court First Division

District Court

First Division

Mission Statement

To provide the public with impartial and timely adjudication of

criminal offenses; to divert offenders from criminal activity

and increase public accountability through probation, drug

testing, victim restitution and community service programs.

Citizens

District Judge

Administration

Domestic Violence Criminal Court Probation

City Manager

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

District Court First Division

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $1,405,790 0.95%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,108,014 $1,310,333 $1,323,617

Supplies and Materials 38,565 42,100 42,100

Contractual 25,146 38,350 38,350

Repairs and Maintenance 7,650 1,722 1,723

Total $1,179,375 $1,392,505 $1,405,790

Staffing 21 21 21

There is an increase of approximately $13,300 attributed to employee

bonuses, health care, and benefit cost changes for non-uniform employees.

$350,000

$700,000

$1,050,000

$1,400,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court First Division

2014 Department Priorities Status

Provide a new court building for all three (3) District

Courts, adding space for employees, a security for the

Judge, public, staff, and attorneys.

Ongoing

Provide a more user friendly workplace. Ongoing

Administer and provide justice to all in an equitable,

professional manner.

Ongoing

Continue to direct the overall operations of the court within

the laws and policies of the State of Arkansas and the

City of Little Rock.

Ongoing

Provide management direction to staff to ensure

accountability, accessibility and professional courteous

customer service to citizens.

Ongoing

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court First Division

2015 Department Goals

Provide better access to the courts through a new web based computer

system that will allow limited public access for information purposes and

access to other courts.

Provide fair and impartial adjudications for all cases heard.

Continue community outreach with educational information.

Provide court informed sentencing recommendations, monitoring, and

compliance with court orders.

Continue to direct the overall operations of First District Court within the

guidelines of the State of Arkansas and the City of Little Rock ordinances,

statutes and policies.

Provide management direction to staff and ensure accountability and

accessibility to citizens, while providing courteous customer service.

Stay informed on all changing legislation regarding fees and new statute

requirements.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court First Division

Department: District Court Criminal

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $1,405,790

Department Description:

To direct overall operations of Criminal proceedings ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and

public accountability.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To process Criminal Bond information on a daily basis.

Demand: Bonds to be processed.

100

Workload: Bonds actually processed.

100

Efficiency: Bonds processed per court session.

100

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of Bonds processed

daily.

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Second Division

District Court

Second Division

Mission Statement

We seek to administer justice and equity.

Citizens

District Judge

Administration

Probation

Support Staff

Court Clerks

Support Staff

City Manager

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

District Court Second Division

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,003,756 $1,055,621 $1,056,580

Supplies and Materials 23,380 22,200 22,200

Contractual 157,729 167,369 167,369

Repairs and Maintenance 1,524 2,096 2,096

Total $1,186,390 $1,247,286 $1,248,245

Staffing 17 17 17

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

100 General Fund $1,248,245 0.08%

$300,000

$600,000

$900,000

$1,200,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

There is an increase of approximately $950 attributed to salary, health care,

and benefit cost changes for non-uniform employees. There are no other

changes anticipated in the 2015 budget.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Second Division

2014 Department Priorities Status

Second District Court processed 32,432 traffic violations. Completed

Second District Court disposed 66,200 traffic violations. Completed

Second District Court processed 387 "Driving While

Intoxicated" (DWI) violations.

Completed

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Second Division

2015 Department Goals

Second District Court will continue to find innovative ways to improve overall

operations and provide the best customer service possible.

Implement a new case management and e-filing system offered through the

Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts.

Second District Court will provide the best customer service possible.

Second District Court hopes to have an e-filing system also implemented

though the Administrative Office of the Courts.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Second Division

Department: District Court Traffic

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $1,248,245

Department Description:

To direct the overall operation of the traffic court within established policies and laws; to provide

management direction to staff; to insure accountability and accessibility to the public; and to make

sure that the best customer service possible is provided. Management also seeks to provide the

necessary needs to staff members enabling them to perform their jobs to the best of their ability and

to provide the opportunity to obtain any additional training needed or requested.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To enter violations into the public safety system the same day received.

Demand: Violations to be entered.

31,019

32,432

32,000

Workload: Violations entered and processed.

31,019

32,432

32,000

Efficiency: Violations entered and processed per

month.

2,584

2,702

2,666

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of violations

processed same day received.

99%

Objective: To update dispositions into the public safety system within 24 hours.

Demand: Violations to be disposed.

34,455

66,200

34,000

Workload: Violations disposed.

34,455

66,200

34,000

Efficiency: Violations disposed of per month.

2,871

5,516

2,833

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of dispositions

processed within 24 hours.

99%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Third Division

District Court

Third Division

Mission Statement

To provide impartial and timely adjudication and impose

sanctions for code violations to insure that neighborhood

conditions are improved to comply with accepted health and

safety standards. To provide the public with timely and

impartial adjudication of civil and small claim matters.

Citizens

District Judge

Administration

Environmental Court Civil/Small Claims

Court

City Manager

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

District Court Third Division

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

ctual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $558,611 $595,856 $587,984

Supplies and Materials 9,271 11,813 11,813

Contractual 16,110 17,016 24,485

Repairs and Maintenance 0 2,500 2,500

Total $583,991 $627,185 $626,782

Staffing

788

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

100 General Fund $626,782 -0.06%

$175,000

$350,000

$525,000

$700,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

There is a decrease of approximately $7,900 attributed to salary, health

care, and benefit cost changes for non-uniform employees.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Third Division

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continue to find substantive programming for youth who

are under our jurisdiction for day and night time curfew

violations.

Ongoing

Continue to seek ways to improve neighborhood

conditions to comply with the city code standards.

Ongoing

Continue to provide educational training to court staff

relating to their jobs.

Ongoing

Continue to improve and update court security. Ongoing

Upgraded computer and scanning system. Completed

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Third Division

2015 Department Goals

Continue to provide training and certification for the Judges, Probation

Officers and Clerks.

Implement the new Administrative Office of the Courts' (AOC) Contexte

computer program system.

Implement prevention, intervention and treatment programs for juvenile

offenders.

Convert our Civil/Small Claims forms and filing information to Spanish.

Provide and administer justice and equity in a professional manner in the

courtroom and work place.

Continue to purse getting truancy petitions filed in Environmental Court.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

District Court Third Division

Department: District Court Environmental

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $626,782

Department Description:

To direct the overall operation of the Court to ensure legal compliance, provide

management direction, public accountability, impartial and timely adjudication and the

imposition of sanctions for code violations ensuring that neighborhood conditions are

improved to comply with accepted health and safety standards.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To process 100% of life-threatening violations within seven (7) days of the date

citation is written.

Demand: Citations to be processed.

Workload: Citations processed, recorded, and

entered into computer.

100

Efficiency: Citations processed.

100

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of Citations

processed within thirty (30) days.

99%

100%

Objective: Issue Warrants within twenty-four (24) hours of failure to appear in court.

Demand: Warrants to be processed.

Workload: Warrants issued, recorded and

Entered into computer.

Efficiency: Warrants issued per court session.

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of Warrants

processed.

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Finance

Mission Statement

To manage the financial affairs of the City in accordance with

all legal requirements in the highest standards of ethical and

professional conduct; and to advise the City Manager and

other City departments on any financial issues.

City Manager

Director of

Finance

Administration

Budget and

Research

Controller

Accounting &

Reporting

Accounts

Payable/

Special Projects

Payroll

Grants

Management

Internal Audit Purchasing

Printshop

Treasury &

Revenue

Management

Parking

Garages

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Finance

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $2,453,952 $2,607,924 $2,620,056

Supplies and Materials 137,495 169,713 194,713

Contractual 174,921 225,677 249,177

Repairs and Maintenance 133,729 133,678 140,178

Capital 0 0 0

Total $2,900,097 $3,136,992 $3,204,124

Staffing

40 41 41

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $3,204,124 2.14%

$700,000

$1,400,000

$2,100,000

$2,800,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The change in the personnel budget is attributed to employee bonuses and

changes in health care and other benefit cost. The supplies budget has

been increased to accommodate new software for electronic submission of

bids and minority vendor tracking. Other increases reflect software

maintenance contract increases.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Finance

2014 Department Priorities Status

Obtained Government Finance Officers (GFOA)

Certificate of Recognition for Budget Preparation.

Completed

Obtained GFOA Certificate of Achievement for

Excellence in Financial Reporting for FY13

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Completed

Provided support and quarterly reporting to the LRCent

Committee and the Board of Directors on the status of

the one (1) cent local sales tax revenues and on

progress toward completion of capital projects

authorized under the 3/8 cent portion of the tax. Ongoing

Developed 3/8-Cent Capital Project financing plan,

issued short-term financing note, and ensured timely

purchase of items. Completed

Staff will monitor and report on infrastructure projects

funded by the issuance of the 2013 Capital

Improvement Bonds for Street and Drainage Projects. Ongoing

Continued on-going employee training program for all

Lawson financial applications. Ongoing

Continue efforts to implement an integrated budget

module for the City’s Financial system. Ongoing

Continued the aggressive pursuit of Federal, State,

Local and private grant opportunities. Completed

Updated the Grant Compliance Manual to include

requirements of new OMB circulars as they are

released. Completed

Review the current bid process and explore the

possibility of alternatives for implementation of a

process that allows acceptance of electronic bids. Ongoing

Performed quarterly review and maintenance of

outstanding purchase orders. Completed

Staff will work with Information Technology to replace

the current mainframe false alarm system and

implement a web-based application to process false

alarm payments. Ongoing

Continued to capture e-mail addresses for business

license holders and continued efforts to improve and

promote the utilization of e-commerce for assessment

forms, statements and license applications. Ongoing

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Finance

2015 Department Goals

Staff will work to obtain the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)

Certificate of Recognition for the 2015 Budget Preparation and the GFOA

Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2014

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

Finance Staff will continue to offer training to Departmental users on grants,

purchasing, and all financial applications.

Continue efforts to implement an Integrated Budget Module for the City’s

financial system. Evaluate whether the Infor Budgeting and Financial Planning

module will be available in 2015. Issue an RFQ for other budget software if

the Info solution will not be available.

The Finance budget includes an allocation for software and maintenance to

implement an electronic bid solution. In addition, the solution chosen will be

utilized for minority vendor participation tracking.

Evaluate and potentially expand the range of services to reduce operating

costs from the print shop

Continue the aggressive pursuit of Federal, State, Local and private grant

opportunities.

Issue an RFP for the City's banking services. The new contract will go into

effect January 1, 2016.

Staff will work with Information Technology to complete the replacement of the

current mainframe false alarm system and implement a web-based

application to process false alarm payments.

Treasury Staff will complete the transition to the Contexte Court Management

System mandated by the Administration of the Courts. The new system will be

integrated with the City’s financial software.

Review the current bid process and explore the possibility of alternatives for

implementation of a process that allows acceptance of electronic bids.

Perform quarterly review and maintenance of outstanding purchase orders.

Staff will research opportunities to partner with a vendor to send email

notifications to business license holders to inform them of due dates, overdue

balances, and other pertinent information.

Staff will obtain training and continue to update the Grant Compliance Manual

to include requirements of new OMB circulars and policies as they are

released.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Finance

2015 Department Goals

Fill the Internal Audit Manager position that will be vacated in March and

implement new programs to perform periodic reviews and testing of the City’s

internal controls, perform random cash counts, and provide regular reports on

the status of the City’s internal control system, with recommendations for

improvements as needed.

Provide support and quarterly reporting to the LR Cent Committee and the

Board of Directors regarding the status of the new one (1)-cent local sales tax

revenues and the progress toward completion of capital projects authorized

under the 3/8-cent portion of the tax.

Staff will monitor and report on infrastructure projects funded by the issuance

of the 2013 Capital Improvement Bonds for Street and Drainage Projects.

Development of a 3/8-Cent Capital Project Financing Plan, issue short-term

financing note if required, and ensure timely purchase of items.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Finance

Department: Finance

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $3,204,124

Department Description:

The Finance Department provides accounting and reporting, budgeting, internal audit, pension

administration, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, treasury management, grants management,

and print shop services. In addition, Finance advises the City Manager and other departments on

financial issues. Monthly financial reports are presented to the Board of Directors and posted to the

City’s web site for transparency to citizens and other interested parties.

2013 2014 2015

Actual

Budget Budget

Objective: To monitor compliance with the annual adopted budget.

Demand: To prepare consolidated monthly

variance reports for department variances >

$50,000 and 5% of budget. 12 12 12

Workload: Prepared consolidated monthly

variance reports for department variances >

$50,000 and 5% of budget. 12 12 12

Efficiency: Consolidated variance reports

prepared monthly. 11 1

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of consolidated

monthly variance reports for department variances

> $50,000 and 5% of budget completed. 100% 100% 100%

Objective: To provide accurate and efficient accounting and reporting for all public funds

received for the City and maintained by the Finance Department.

Demand: Number of journal entries to be

processed and completed. 1,531 1,500 1,500

Workload: Number of journal entries

processed and completed. 1,531 1,500 1,500

Efficiency: Average number of journal entries

processed and reviewed per month. 128 125 125

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of journal entries

completed per year. 100% 100% 100%

Objective: To provide accurate and timely payment of all invoices properly submitted

according to policy and procedure guidelines. Payments should be issued within 30 days.

Demand: Number of invoices to be processed

and recorded. 101,225 75,000 100,000

Workload: Number of invoices processed,

recorded, and completed. 101,225 75,000 100,000

Efficiency: Number of invoices processed per

hour. 49 36 49

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of invoice

payments issued within 30 days. 95% 95% 95%

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Finance

2013 2014 2015

Actual

Budget Budget

Objective: To provide and maintain a systematic method of accounting for and controlling

City’s assets.

Demand: Number of departmental annual asset

inventory counts scheduled. 41 41 41

Workload: Number of addition, retirement, and

depreciation, transfer, and adjustment

transactions processed. 33,880 30,000 30,000

Efficiency: Number of departmental asset

inventory counts completed. 41 41 41

Efficiency: Transactions processed per month. 2,823 2,500 2,500

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of departmental

annual asset inventory counts conducted. 100% 100% 100%

Objective: To produce accurate and timely payroll service to the employees of the City.

Demand/Workload: Number of Payroll

transactions lines processed and recorded. 2,184,000 2,500,000 2,500,000

Efficiency: Payroll transaction lines processed

and posted per month. 182,000 208,333 208,333

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of payroll

transactions processed in the regular bi-weekly

cycle. 98% 98% 98%

Objective: To achieve a current business license fee collection rate of 99%.

Demand/Workload: Net amount billed annually

for business licenses. $6,433,095 $6,490,260 $6,583,571

Efficiency: Revenue collected from business

license fees. $6,304,434 $6,363,000 $6,451,900

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of business

license fees collected. 98% 98% 98%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Statement of Management Policy for Financial Reporting.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Human Resources

Mission Statement

To provide managers, administrators, and other employees

with services consistent with sound human resource

principles, that contributes to an effective and efficient work

force supportive of Little Rock Municipal Government

operations.

City Manager

Director of Human

Resources

Risk Management

Occupational Health

Safety/Loss Control

Benefits

dministration

Labor and Employee

Relations

HRIS/Records

Employment and

Classification

Employee

Classifications

Employment

Services

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Human Resources

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $1,673,177 2.48%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,257,373 $1,315,171 $1,341,071

Supplies and Materials 24,518 13,200 13,200

Contractual 232,377 302,514 302,514

Repairs and Maintenance 5,317 1,792 16,392

Total $1,519,584 $1,632,677 $1,673,177

Staffing 19 19 20

$350,000

$700,000

$1,050,000

$1,400,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The increase in personnel cost is associated with the addition of a benefits

analyst in 2015. The increase in repairs and maintenance reflects the

annual software maintenance contract cost for the Human Resource

personnel management system, Neogov.

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Human Resources

2014 Department Priorities Status

Review onboarding procedures and implement changes

to enhance City processes.

Ongoing

Conducted an audit and reviewed all current department

independent contractors to ensure compliance with

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations.

Completed

Conducted a self-audit of all overtime exempt

classifications to ensure compliance with Fair Labor

Standards Act (FLSA) regulations.

Completed

Reviewed Health Care Insurance renewal proposal and

additional impacts from the Patient Protection and

Affordable Health Care Act (PPACA).

Completed

Conducted training on the Employment Section of the

Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual.

Completed

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Human Resources

2015 Department Goals

Analyze results of training survey to determine employee training needs

identifying additional training that can be developed in-house and published

on intranet.

Develop quarterly division training calendar to be published on intranet, in the

newsletter, and email to announcements.

Create leadership/supervisory equivalents for City employees who do not

possess the one or two years of supervision, which is required for

promotional opportunities.

Implementation of a review and monitoring process for licenses and

certifications required of City employees for specific classifications.

Review and update the uniformed Police Officer job descriptions.

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Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $1,673,177

Department Description:

To provide administrative human resource management support to all departments; to establish,

implement, review, and modify policies and procedures.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To administer benefit programs provided for city employees, including insurance

coverage and to ensure that quality benefits are provided within financial and legal

parameters.

Demand: Total Enrollment meetings.

Workload: Number of enrollment meetings

conducted.

Efficiency: Completed enrollment meeting

materials by contract and or payroll deadlines.

100%

99%

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of enrollment

meeting materials completed by payroll and

Contract targets.

100%

99%

Objective: To process and maintain job descriptions and job

specifications.

Demand: Number of active job classifications.

417

430

440

Workload: Number of classifications requests or

new position requests per year (includes LRCVB).

155

301

331

Efficiency: Complete research and submit

completed documents for review by requesting

department within 60 days.

Effect/Outcome: Average number of days to

complete research and submit proposed job

descriptions/specification.

Objective: To receive, process and maintain applications

and related documents for all City Positions; to

recruit applicants for all City positions needed

(including Civil Service, non-Civil Service, and

Part-time positions).

Demand: The average number of days required to

announce, screen/test and refer applicants.

Workload: The number of actual positions which

were processed (i.e. posted, screened/tested, and

referred).

148

139

145

Efficiency: Number of all applicants for posted

full-time positions.

21,928

15,735

17,500

Effect/Outcome: Average number of days to

submit/refer a list (from the receipt of a requisition

to the referral of a list).

16.27

15.46

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Human Resources

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services and Quality of Life.

Objective: Provide a cost-effective self-funded Workers’

Compensation program which meets legal

requirements and to reduce the City’s risk of loss due

to accidents.

Demand: Year to date cost per claim.

3,946

3,635

3,750

Workload: Number of claims.

347

375

Efficiency: Percentage of claims properly reported

to the Workers’ Compensation Commission within

the ten (10) day requirement.

100%

99%

Effect/Outcome: Proper claim management

driven by on time reporting percentages.

95%

Objective: Ensure that City property is protected

and restored in the event of casualty, vandalism,

theft or other destructive acts and to minimize the

impact of loss of property on the operating

department responsible for the property.

Demand: Approximate building valuation (in

millions).

335

350

365

Workload: Actual Value.

335

350

365

Efficiency: Maintain or improve coverage without

Unnecessary increase in premium rates.

Effect/Outcome: Percent increase in premium

rates.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Information Technology

Mission Statement

To provide systems management, administration, review and

development of IT policies and standards, technical support,

training, technology design and selection, technology

acquisition, and strategic planning services for all City

departments.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Information Technology

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $4,679,784 7.38%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $2,654,676 $2,876,466 $3,038,713

Supplies and Materials 91,470 105,375 104,720

Contractual 388,507 468,119 588,119

Repairs and Maintenance 594,557 539,362 579,232

Capital 59,270 369,000 369,000

Total $3,788,479 $4,358,322 $4,679,784

Staffing 39 39 39

$875,000

$1,750,000

$2,625,000

$3,500,000

2013

2014

2015

CapitalRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The 2015 Personnel Budget for IT is approximately $162,000 more than the

original 2014 Personnel Budget, reflecting funding for two (2) vacant

positions that were not included in the 2014 budget. The increases in

repairs and maintenance and contracts reflect Cyber Security training,

consumer credit card security compliance software and training, and Internet

security. Many of these increases are a direct result of recent security

breaches at ma

or retailers.

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Information Technology

2014 Department Priorities Status

Active-Active Data Center: Project provided the City with

an active-active high availability data center environment

with enterprise grade storage located in two separate

facilities.

Completed

Dell KACE Patch Management & Software Distribution

System: Added functionality to KACE system which

included patch management, software distribution,

software and hardware inventory and enhanced service

desk system.

Completed

Microsoft Office Upgrade: Moved users to the latest

version of Microsoft Office that their respective machine

could handle and provided user training on Office 2013.

Completed

Develop Graphical Information System (GIS) for Public

Safety: Developed a GIS system utilizing open source

software providing better graphical information for the

Police and Fire departments.

Completed

John Barrow – West Central Community Center: Assist

Parks Department with technical requirements for this new

facility. Work with Parks staff to identify technology needs

for the facility.

Ongoing

Predictive policing: Assisted the Little Rock Police

Department in implementing a crime prediction and

analysis system.

Completed

Management Information System (MIS) for Community

Programs (cloud-based) –Assisted the Community

Programs Department in implementing a contract

management and service tracking system.

Completed

Administrative Office of the Courts System (AOC): Assist

the Little Rock District Courts with conversion to the State

of Arkansas (AOC) system by develop interfaces to Little

Rock Police Department information required by the Little

Rock District Courts.

Ongoing

Police Incident Module project: Upgrade and replace the

current Little Rock Police Department Incident System on

the mainframe.

Ongoing

False Alarm: Assist Finance with the upgrade of the False

Alarm billing system.

Ongoing

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Information Technology

2014 Department Priorities (Continued) Status

Apartment Complex Billing System: Create an Apartment

Complex Billings to track the police responses, billing, and

payments.

Ongoing

Police Arrest – Warrant – Citations Module: Upgrade and

replace Little Rock Police Department's “Person’s World

System”.

Ongoing

311 Upgrade: Assist Little Rock Police Department with

the upgrade of the 311 System, both hardware and

software.

Ongoing

911 Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System: Assist Little

Rock Police Department with the upgrading of the CAD

system.

Ongoing

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Information Technology

2015 Department Goals

Predictive Analytic System: Build in house predictive analytic system using

information from existing Police, Fire and Housing City data sets.

911 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) System Hardware Upgrade: Upgrade

911 (CAD) hardware in two locations for redundancy.

AOC Web Services: Implement all available web services and receive all

necessary arrest and adjudication information to update our local database.

Citywide Website Upgrade: Work with vendor to upgrade City's website to

more mobile friendly version.

Payment Card Industry Compliance (PCI) Audit Training: Research,

purchase and implement a PCI Training program.

Security Awareness Training: Research, purchase and implement a Security

Awareness Training program.

Pankey Police Substation: Assist Police Department with technical

requirements for this new facility.

John Barrow West Central Community Center: Assist Parks Department with

technical requirements for this new facility.

911 Personal Computer (PC) replacement: All Windows XP (911) clients will

be replaced with Windows 7 clients to insure the security of the CAD

System.

Management Information System (MIS) for Community Programs (Cloud-

Based) 2nd Phase: Implementation of the Grants Management module

provided by nFocus.

Open Data System: Implement an Open Data Portal System that can publish

data sets for the citizens of Little Rock utilizing standard views, mapping

tools, and file formats.

Cartegraph: Implement Code Enforcement Application for the Housing

Department.

Replace City Windows XP Computers: Continue to work with departments to

identify workstations that need to be replaced.

311 Upgrade: Implement a new 311 solution.

Broadband Firewalls: Configure and install the firewalls purchased for the

locations that connect to City network via broadband connection.

Two-Way Interface from Cartegraph to 311: Work with Housing Department

to create an interface.

LRFD Records Management System Update: Work with Fire Department to

update the Fire Departments Records Management System.

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k, Arkansas

Information Technology

Department: Information Technology

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $4,679,784

Department Description:

To provide systems management, administration, review and development of Information

Technology policies and standards, technical support, training, technology design and selection,

technology acquisition, and strategic planning services for all city departments.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To insure that the City's local area computer network is available 99% of the

available work hours.

Demand: Hours available in the work year.

8,760

8.760

Workload: Hours available for use per year.

8,760

Efficiency: Actual hours available for use per year.

8.685

8,730

8,672

Effect/Outcome: Percentage network is available

during work hours.

99%

Objective: To insure that the City's Mainframe is available 99% of the available work hours.

Demand: Hours available in the work year.

8,760

8.760

Workload: Hours available for use per year.

8,760

Efficiency: Actual hours available for use per

year.

8,720

8,745

8,672

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of available work

hours.

99%

Objective: To insure that 97% of the city staff trouble tickets receive a satisfactory or better

rating.

Demand: Number of trouble ticket per year.

8,333

7,274

8,300

Workload: Number of ticket processed within the

year.

8,333

7,199

8,300

Efficiency: Number of satisfactory or better

tickets.

8,166

7,127

8,247

Effect/Outcome: Percent of satisfactory or better

rated tickets.

97%

98%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Planning and Development

Planning & Development

Mission Statement

To enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Little Rock by

providing a department, which encourages quality growth,

development and redevelopment and stabilization of

neighborhoods through a concentrated effort of planning,

land use controls, permitting, and enforcement.

City Manager

Director of Planning and

Development

Administration

Zoning & Subdivisions

Plans Review

Plans & Enforcement

Subdivision Administration

Code Enforcement Zoning

& Sign

Planning

GIS/Graphics

Planners

Building Codes

Plans Examination

Permits & Inspection

Administration

Building Inspections

Plumbing & Gas Inspections

Electrical Inspections

Mechanical Inspections

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Planning and Development

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $2,564,192 -0.77%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,892,499 $2,356,928 $2,339,473

Supplies and Materials 48,896 75,132 77,665

Contractual 52,406 72,357 73,057

Repairs and Maintenance 58,271 68,551 73,997

Capital 0 11,000 0

Total $2,052,072 $2,583,968 $2,564,192

Staffing 39 39 39

$600,000

$1,200,000

$1,800,000

$2,400,000

2013

2014

2015

CapitalRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies

and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

There is a decrease of approximately $17,500 attributed to salary, health

care, and benefit cost changes for non-uniform employees. The increase in

repairs and maintenance and supplies includes funding for replacement of

office furniture and ARCGIS software licensing. This increase was funded

other decreases from the 2014 bud

et.

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Planning and Development

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continue to provide staff support for various boards,

commissions and committees including Planning

Commission, Board of Adjustment, City Beautiful

Commission, Historic District Commission, Bicycle Friendly

Community Committee and the Board of Directors.

Ongoing

Continue to work on the implementation of the Historic

Preservation plan and begin the process to review areas

for creation of a local ordinance district.

Ongoing

Completed the review and update for the area west of I-

430 and south of Chenal Parkway/Kanis Road and begin

the review process for the final area, the northwest part of

the City.

Completed

Coordinated with Planning Commission, City Beautiful

Commission and Board of Directors needed review of the

ordinances.

Completed

Staff reviewed and processed approximately 150 requests

for rezoning, conditional uses, variances, preliminary plats

and planned developments.

Completed

Adopted the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code,

Building and Residential Code, the 2014 International

Energy Conservation Code (subject to State of Arkansas

action) and the 2014 National Electrical Code.

Completed

Continue effort to address the issue of unsafe structures. Ongoing

Continue to be involved with the Main Street Revitalization

Committee and Subcommittees (Downtown Little Rock

Partnership).

Ongoing

Completed the John Barrow Neighborhood, design overlay

district.

Completed

Developed web applications for staff to better use

Geographic Information System (GIS) and moved the

current City of Little Rock web page zoning and land use

applications from Pulaski Area Geographic Information

System (Pagis) maintenance and storage to the

department.

Completed

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Planning and Development

2015 Department Goals

Continue to provide staff support for various boards, commissions and

committees including Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, City

Beautiful Commission, Historic District commission, Bicycle Friendly

Community Committee and the Board of Directors.

Continue to work on the implementation of the Historic Preservation plan.

Complete the review of the MacArthur Park Design Guidelines with a

consultant and work on a local ordinance district around Central High School.

Complete the review of the area east of I-540/Union Pacific Railroad and

initiate a second land use plan area review. Review of the land use

classifications for possible consolidations.

Coordinate with Planning Commission, City Beautiful Commission and Board

of Directors any needed review of the ordinances, relating to the Cedar Pine

Design Overlay regulations (Jump Start 12th Street core area).

Staff will review and process 230 requests for rezoning, conditional uses,

variances, preliminary plats and planned developments.

Adopt the 2015 International Property Maintenance Code, the Arkansas

Mechanical Code and Arkansas Plumbing and Gas Codes.

Continue to work on various planning efforts or groups, including a design

overlay district for Kanis Road, a neighborhood action plan for the Wright

Avenue area and the Jump Start Action Plan.

Continue to be involved with the Main Street Revitalization Committee and

Subcommittees (Downtown Little Rock Partnership).

Continue to work on the development of possible design overlay districts for

Main Street and Kanis Road. Review the River Market Design Overlay

District for possible changes to the signage section.

Complete software update of the GIS for Desktop to the current version for

the department and data clean-up of zoning GIS data to improve accuracy.

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Planning and Development

Department: Planning and Development

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $2,564,192

Department Description:

To administer and enforce the City’s development ordinances and construction codes.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To process 95% of all applications within forty-five (45) days.

Demand: Land Use, Historic District, and River

Market District cases to be processed.

Workload: Land Use, Historic District, and River

Market District cases processed.

Efficiency: Cases reviewed/completed per month.

Effect/Outcome: Completion of cases

100%

Objective: To process all inspection request within one (1) day.

Demand: Building, Plumbing Mechanical, and

Electrical inspection requests possible.

14,000

14,250

Workload: Building, Plumbing Mechanical, and

Electrical inspection requests completed.

14,000

14,250

Efficiency: Inspection requests completed per

year.

14,000

14,250

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of requests

completed.

100%

Objective: To complete zoning, subdivision, and sign code enforcement inspections,

and re-inspections within policy-directed time frames.

Demand: Zoning, subdivision and sign code

inspections and re-inspections to be completed.

6,000

5,000

Workload: Zoning, subdivision and sign code

inspections, and re-inspections completed.

6,000

5,000

Efficiency: Cases processed per year.

6,000

5,000

Effect/Outcome: Compliance and completion of

cases.

100%

Objective: To process 85% of all applications within forty-five (45) days of fling for Board of

Adjustment and Planning Commission and within ninety (90) days of filing for final Board action.

Demand: Processing of Conditional Use, Tower

Use, Special Use, Variances, Preliminary or Final

Plats, Planned Developments and Site Plan

Reviews.

280

275

265

Workload: Total Cases available per year.

280

275

265

Efficiency: Cases processed per year.

280

275

265

Effect/Outcome: Compliance and completion of

cases.

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Basic City Services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Housing and Neighborhood Programs

Housing & Neighborhood

Programs

Mission Statement

To enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Little Rock by

encouraging quality, affordable development and

redevelopment while working closely with neighborhood

organizations to identify resources needed to strengthen and

make improvements in their areas; and to protect the health

and safety of the citizenry through the efficient

implementation and enforcement of environmental and

animal services codes.

Assistant City Manager

Director of Housing &

Neighborhood Programs

Administration

Landbank

Program

Neighborhood Programs

Code Enforcement

Demolition & Contract

Service

Neighborhood Alert

Centers

Neighborhood Resource

Center

CDBG & Housing

Programs

Community Development

Neighborhood

Revitalization

Housing Programs

Emergency Shelter

Grants

Animal Services

Enforcement

Shelter

Educations

Environmental Services

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Housing and Neighborhood Programs

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $5,790,389 2.05%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $3,813,011 $4,702,178 $4,796,086

Supplies and Materials 340,595 339,930 334,671

Contractual 553,883 414,866 429,866

Repairs and Maintenance 239,263 216,865 229,766

Capital 9,075

Transfers Out 173,268 00

Total $5,129,094 $5,673,839 $5,790,389

Staffing 103 103 104

$1,250,000

$2,500,000

$3,750,000

$5,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Transfers

Out

CapitalRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Approximately $93,900 of the personnel increase is attributed to salary,

health care, and pension contribution changes for non-uniform employees,

including the cost of an Alert Center Facilitator position added during 2014.

Other changes reflect the additional fleet charges for code and animal

service officers.

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Housing and Neighborhood Programs

2013 Department Priorities Status

Housing developed a quarterly news letter. Completed

Housing will implement a "Neighborhood of the Year"

program.

Ongoing

Developed divisional brochures for the entire department. Completed

To increase public awareness, Housing will develop Public

Service Announcements for each division.

Ongoing

Provide ongoing Code Officer training. Ongoing

Continue to acquire Land Bank properties through

donations, lien foreclosures and purchases for future

development.

Ongoing

Expand the capacity at the dog park and animal village. Ongoing

Increased the number of animal adoptions exceeding

1,500 annually.

Completed

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Housing and Neighborhood Programs

2014 Department Goals

Housing will continue publishing a department quarterly newsletter.

Implement a "Neighborhood of the Year Program".

Develop Public Service Announcements (PSA) to highlight each division.

Increase staffing levels of Code Enforcement Officers while providing training

opportunities for both new and existing employees.

Continue city-wide adoption events to aid in the increase of adoptions and

sales of pet licenses.

Develop single family units within the Land Bank and the Neighborhood

Stabilization Program 2 (NSP2) boundaries.

Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy that will

promote the housing availability within Rolling Pines subdivision.

Expand the Dog Park to include water fountains for people and a water play

area for dogs.

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Housing and Neighborhood Programs

Department: Housing and Neighborhood Programs

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $5,790,389

Department Description:

To provide administrative and managerial support to the Department of Housing and Neighborhood

Program’s divisions and program activities; Community Development Block Grant, Neighborhood

Programs, Neighborhood Services/Alert Centers, Willie L. Hinton Neighborhood Resource Center,

and Environment Services.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To inspect neighborhood rental property.

Demand: Rental property to be inspected.

1,500

Workload: Rental property inspected.

944

1,293

1,500

Efficiency: Average Rental property inspected per

month.

107

125

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of rental inspections

completed yearly.

63%

86%

100%

Objective: To enforce nuisance codes through property inspections.

Demand: Nuisance code inspections to be

performed.

24,000

22,000

18,000

Workload: Nuisance code inspections

performed.

16,358

16,198

18,000

Efficiency: Average nuisance code inspections

done per month.

1,363

1,349

1,500

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of nuisance code

inspections completed annually.

68%

74%

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a

Safe City and Basic City Services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Public Works General Fund

Public Works

General Fund

Mission Statement

To ensure all construction, remodeling and repairs of City

owned buildings are construction according to plans and

specifications in the most economical, environmentally

friendly manner.

City Manager

Director of Public Works

Building Services

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

Public Works General Fund

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $1,159,922 -0.56%

Expenditure Budget - General Fund

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $643,970 $677,498 $680,608

Supplies and Materials 44,231 58,248 59,758

Contractual 68,151 135,690 135,690

Repairs and Maintenance 214,891 295,046 283,866

Capital 3,700 0 0

Total $974,942 $1,166,482 $1,159,922

Staffing 13 13 13

$187,500

$375,000

$562,500

$750,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

There is an increase of approximately $3,100 attributed to salary, health care,

and benefit cost changes for non-uniform employees. The Fleet allocation

has been reduced based on actual usage.

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Public Works General Fund

2014 Department Priorities Status

Energy Efficient Building Maintenance: Continue to

support maintenance and construction that will make

buildings more energy efficient, less expensive to maintain

and environmentally friendly.

Ongoing

Installation of Motion Sensors: Continue to install motion

sensors on lighting to conserve energy as funds become

available.

Ongoing

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Public Works General Fund

2015 Department Goals

Energy Efficient Building Maintenance: Continue to support maintenance and

construction that will make buildings more energy efficient, less expensive to

maintain and environmentally friendly.

Installation of Motion Sensors: Continue to install motion sensors on lighting to

conserve energy as funds become available.

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Arkansas

Public Works General Fund

Department: Public Works

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $1,159,922

Department Description:

To ensure all construction, remodeling and repairs of City owned buildings are constructed

according to plans and specifications in the most economical, environmentally friendly manner.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To complete all building-related service work orders in a timely fashion.

Demand:

Work orders to be completed from City

departments.

1,709

1,350

1,600

Workload: Work orders completed.

1,709

1,350

1,600

Efficiency: Work orders completed per month.

142.41

112.50

133.33

Effect/Outcome: Total percentage of work orders

completed.

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Parks and Recreation

Mission Statement

To create a meaningful parks and recreation system that

provides quality leisure services, promotes the natural

environment, local economy and health of the community and

strengthens the diversity of a democratic society.

Assi stant

City Manager

Di rector of Parks

And

Recreation

Maintenance

Horticulture

Urban Forestry

Recreation

Programs

Program

Design

Cultural

Museum

Administration

Marathon River Market

Golf

Jim Dailey

ess

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Parks and Recreation

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $9,958,932 2.25%

Expenditure Budget - General Fund

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

dopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee

Benefits $5,915,363 $6,957,661 $7,084,495

Supplies and Materials 486,007 529,592 535,475

Contractual 1,325,874 1,451,465 1,495,340

Repairs and Maintenance 811,538 800,973 842,622

Capital 6,261 0 1,000

Transfers 30,000

Total $8,575,043 $9,739,691 $9,958,932

Staffing

117 119 122

$1,875,000

$3,750,000

$5,625,000

$7,500,000

2013

2014

2015

CapitalRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The increases in the Parks Department reflect the continuation of the new

sales tax allocation to provide enhanced park maintenance and support. In

addition, funding has been added for the new West Central Community

Center and five (5) new positions for the last quarter of the year.

Approximately $126,800 of the personnel cost increase is attributed to

salary, health care, and benefit changes for non-uniform employees,

including the new positions. Funding for an update of the Parks Master Plan

in the amount of $150,000 will be included in Special Project allocations.

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Parks and Recreation

2014 Department Priorities Status

Arkansas River Trail - Continue to seek solutions to

complete the construction of the Arkansas River Trail

while working with City management and Bicycle Friendly

Community Committee to design and develop trail where

there are gaps.

Ongoing

Parks Maintenance Upgrade -Continue to maintain our

parks system at a class "B" level which has as its goal to

mow parks one (1) time every ten (10) days.

Ongoing

Parks Sustainable Margins: Continue researching the

feasibility of developing sustainable margins adjacent to

woodlands in order to reduce mowing time and enhance

wildlife habitats.

Ongoing

Parks Revenue Bond Projects - Complete the Coleman

Creek restoration within War Memorial Park.

Ongoing

Natural Steps Complex - Completed first phase

construction of Natural Steps athletic complex including

four (4) athletic fields, entrance road and parking.

Completed

Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Update

the 2001 Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan

that is more than ten (10) years old. Plan needs to be

updated to reflect progress and maintain accreditation.

Ongoing

MacArthur Park Master Plan - Continue the

implementation of the MacArthur Park Master Plan.

Ongoing

War Memorial Redevelopment Plan - Continue the

refinement and implementation of the War Memorial

Redevelopment Plan. Redevelopment plan to include

properties purchased south of I-630 in 2013.

Ongoing

Little Rock Marathon Improvements - Increased Little

Rock Marathon participation and revenue by 10% in 2014.

Completed

Parks & Recreation Playground Inspection Program -

Conducted a thorough and detailed annual inspection of

every playground within Parks and Recreation inventory.

Completed

Step Up to Health Initiative - Continue promotion of the

Step Up to Health Initiative, which will inspire citizens to

pursue healthier lifestyles, creating a more livable

community.

Ongoing

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Parks and Recreation

2015 Department Goals

Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan: Update the 2001 Little Rock

Parks and Recreation Master that is more than ten (10) years old. Plan

needs to be updated to reflect progress and maintain accreditation.

$150,000 dollars was appropriated during the 2015 budget process to

update the plan. Projected completion of the updated plan is late 2015.

Park Maintenance Upgrade: Continue to maintain our park system at a class

"B" level which has as its goal to mow parks one (1) time every ten (10)

days.

Arkansas River Trail: Continue to seek solutions to complete the construction

of the Arkansas River Trail. Staff will continue to work with City management

and Bicycle Friendly Community Committee to design and develop trail

where there are gaps.

West Central Community Center: Begin construction of West Central

Community Center in early 2015.

Little Rock Parks and Recreation Accreditation: Begin process for 2016 re-

accreditation.

Park Master Plan. Staff will continue to work with the MacArthur Group to

implement the plan.

Western Hills Park Master Plan: Complete the Western Hills Park Master

Plan.

Little Rock Marathon Improvements: Increase Little Rock Marathon

participation and revenue by 10% in 2015.

Summer Playground Program: Operate an eight (8) week Summer

Playground Program at seven (7) sites around the City for youth between the

ages of six (6) and fifteen (15).

Parks and Recreation Playground Inspection Program: Continue to conduct a

thorough and detailed annual inspection of every playground within Parks and

Recreation inventory.

Lights on After School: Continuation of the "Lights on After School" initiative,

which will continue to promote the critical importance of quality after-school

programs within the lives of children, their families and community.

Coleman Creek Restoration: Complete the Coleman Creek restoration within

War Memorial Park in 2015.

Park Master Plan. Staff will continue to work with the MacArthur Park

Group.

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Parks and Recreation

Department: Parks and Recreation

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $9,958,932

Department Description:

To ensure that all programs and facilities successfully promotes the natural environment, local

economy and health of the community such as; horticulture, urban forestry, recreation programs,

program design, cultural museum, the Little Rock Marathon, and various parks enterprises.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: Provide the citizens and visitors of Little Rock accessible recreational program

opportunities, experiences and activities which promote active living, health and wellness,

socialization, self-esteem, growth and achievement.

Demand: Total recreational opportunities

available.

337,687

336,797

346,901

Workload: Recreational opportunities attended.

309,058

289,697

310,500

Efficiency: Average seasonal attendance.

77,264

84,199

86,725

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of attendance

versus opportunities available.

92%

86%

90%

Objective: Evaluate and upgrade existing capital projects based on need and fund availability.

Demand: Capital projects to be managed

annually.

Workload: Actual projects managed annually.

Efficiency: Projects actively managed monthly.

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of capital projects

managed.

95%

80%

56%

Objective: Mow each park every ten (10) days during the mowing season.

Demand: Number of desired mowing cycles.

Workload: Number of mowing cycles.

Efficiency: Number of monthly mowing cycles

completed.

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of annual mowing

cycles completed

67%

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

River Market

Mission Statement

The River Market strives to be a carefully crafted, intentional,

and diverse medley of owner-operated shops, stalls, and/or

day tables existing to fill a public purpose and reflecting that

which is distinctive about a community while meeting its

everyday shopping needs.

Director of Parks and Recreation

River Market

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

River Market

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $1,209,164 0.04%

Expenditure Budget - River Market

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $553,116 $605,930 $606,419

Supplies and Materials 65,605 33,000 33,000

Contractual 519,551 524,300 524,300

Repairs and Maintenance 49,925 45,445 45,445

Total $1,188,197 $1,208,675 $1,209,164

Staffing 000

$162,500

$325,000

$487,500

$650,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The Little Rock Convention and Visitor’s Bureau will continue to operate the

River Market on behalf of the City in 2015.

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River Market

2015 Department Goals

Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau (LRCVB) will continue

management of River Market operations on behalf of the City for 2015.

The City will continue to provide support to the River Market at the level of

$250,000.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Golf

Mission Statement

To provide the best golfing experience possible at an

affordable price, featuring quality facilities and friendly service

to all golfers.

Director of Parks and Recreation

Golf

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Golf

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $1,329,268 $1,301,109 1,326,977

Supplies and Materials 217,829 183,091 178,443

Contractual 487,083 443,384 543,384

Repairs and Maintenance 352,681 259,581 260,100

Total $2,386,862 $2,187,165 $2,308,904

Staffing 21 21 22

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

100 General Fund $2,308,904 5.57%

$375,000

$750,000

$1,125,000

$1,500,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The 2015 budget reflects the conversion of a part-time concessionaire

position at Rebsamen Golf to a full-time position. In addition, the

contribution to support First Tee operations will be increased by $100,000.

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Golf

2014 Department Priorities Status

Generate a minimum of $390,000 in revenue at Hindman

Golf Course, while keeping expenditures within budget.

Not Completed

Generate a minimum of $389,850 in revenue at War

Memorial Golf Course, while keeping expenditures

within budget.

Not Completed

Generate a minimum of $992,800 in revenue at

Rebsamen Golf Course, while keeping expenditures

within budget.

Not Completed

Maintain Rebsamen, Hindman and War Memorial Golf

Courses to established standards.

Not Completed

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Golf

2015 Department Goals

Generate a minimum of $943,600 in revenue at Rebsamen Golf Course, while

keeping expenditures within budget.

Generate a minimum of $340,500 in revenue at War Memorial Golf Course,

while keeping expenditures within budget.

Generate a minimum of $347,300 in revenue at Hindman Golf Course, while

keeping expenditures within budget.

Maintain Rebsamen, Hindman and War Memorial Golf Courses to established

maintenance standards.

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Golf

Department: Golf

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $2,308,904

Department Description:

Provide and maintain quality, affordable public golf facilities, and programs for citizens of Little Rock

as well as visitors to the City, while generating revenue to maintain courses at a high standard and

make improvements to existing facilities.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To provide affordable golfing experiences for the citizens of Little Rock.

Demand: Projected golf rounds.

67,500

70,000

63,000

Workload: Actual golf rounds.

55,963

55,808

63,000

Efficiency: Average rounds per month.

4,664

4,651

5,250

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of actual rounds of

golf.

83%

80%

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center

Jim Dailey Fitness and

Aquatic Center

Mission Statement

Our goal is to increase quality customer service and to offer a

variety of health and fitness programs to the citizens of Little

Rock.

Director of Parks and Recreation

Jim Dailey Fitness and

Aquatic Center

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Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $568,951 $639,032 $645,220

Supplies and Materials 47,005 46,293 44,885

Contractual 203,279 179,307 179,307

Repairs and Maintenance 28,050 31,933 31,715

Total $847,286 $896,565 $901,127

Staffing 999

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

100 General Fund $901,127 0.51%

$175,000

$350,000

$525,000

$700,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ServicesSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The Fitness & Aquatics budget is consistent with 2014. However, funding

will be allocated from the Building Services special project to replace four

(4) sand filters and the pump system for the pool.

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Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center

2014 Department Priorities Status

Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center: Continue to seek

creative ways in which to market the Jim Dailey Fitness

and Aquatic Center.

Ongoing

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Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center

2015 Department Goals

Examine the needs of fitness programs throughout the city and provide city

residents the opportunity to have access to those fitness programs

Provide a variety of fitness options for the city of Little Rock residents and

fitness center members by providing "Destination Worksite Wellness"

Publicize Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatics Center local events throughout the

various media venues.

Provide alternative programming for the outdoors enthusiast utilizing local,

state and federal agencies such as the Game and Fish Commission and their

resources that are cost effective.

Start a "Silver Sneakers" program for Senior Citizens.

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Jim Dailey Fitness and Aquatic Center

Department: Jim Dailey Fitness Center

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $901,127

Department Description:

To provide a Fitness Center which provide citizens an opportunity to participate in a variety of health

and fitness activities.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To provide a safe, healthy, and clean environment that offers a variety of aquatic, fitness

and sport activities that will improve the health and fitness of the citizens of Little Rock at the Jim

Dailey Aquatic and Fitness Center.

Demand: Potential Program attendance capacity.

154,524

113,668

163,933

Workload: Actual program attendance.

99,253

81,000

105,296

Efficiency: Attendance per month.

14,166

10,367

11,381

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of actual attendance

over potential attendance.

64%

71%

64%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Zoo

Mission Statement

To create and maintain an outstanding zoological institution,

which serves as a model for others in education, animal care

and response to community needs; providing our visitors with

recreation, educational and cultural experience and operating

on a sound financial basis.

Assistant City

Manager

Director of Zoo

Visitor Services Education Animal Care Facilities

Operation

Development

Marketing

Gift Shop

Ticket/

Membership

Zoo Cafe

Special Events

Administration

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Zoo

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $6,733,727 3.77%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $3,317,842 $3,447,038 $3,754,832

Supplies and Materials 1,015,635 1,081,353 1,078,267

Contractual 1,340,907 1,260,648 1,170,648

Repairs and Maintenance 463,333 699,762 729,980

Total $6,056,684 $6,488,801 $6,733,727

Staffing 57 59 61

$1,000,000

$2,000,000

$3,000,000

$4,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Approximately $307000 of the increased personnel cost is associated with

salary, health care and benefit changes for non-uniform employees. This

includes approximately $100,000 for health care for several part-time

positions, increased funding for part-time positions in animal management,

and the conversion of two (2) part-time positions to full-time. Funding for

new positions and deferred maintenance supported by the 5/8-cent sales tax

have been continued in 2015.

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Zoo

2014 Department Priorities Status

Begin Implementation of the Zoo's Master Plan. Ongoing

Continue to Implement Recommendations of the Zoo's

Strategic Plan.

Ongoing

Installed new train tracks & train owned & operated by the

Zoo.

Completed

Upgrade the Zoo's Chimpanzee, Elephant, Bear, & Otter

Exhibits.

Ongoing

Break ground on the Zoo's new Arkansas Farm Exhibit. Not Completed

Implement engaging educational experiences throughout

the Zoo.

Ongoing

Establish new events & outreach programs to underserved

communities.

Ongoing

Replaced & updated animal Identification graphics. Completed

Updated walkways, rails, and graphics to enhance

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility.

Completed

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Zoo

2015 Department Goals

Continue implementation of Zoo Master and Strategic Plans.

Begin construction on a new Arkansas Farm Heritage exhibit and continue

fundraising for expansion.

Institute staff development program for more regular and better professional

development for staff.

Acquire a new black rhinoceros, modify giraffe yard for temporary camel

exhibit, build new reticulated python exhibit, and move primates to east side

of primate house.

Fill vacant positions within the Zoo and create new needed staffing positions

in the administrative area.

Continue to establish new events and outreach programs to minority and

underserved communities.

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Zoo

Department: Zoo

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $6,733,727

Department Description:

The Little Rock Zoo provides educational and recreational opportunities in a fun environment that

inspires people to conserve the natural world. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and

Aquariums (AZA) and displays more than 700 animals on 33 acres of beautifully landscaped

parkland. The Zoo offers educational programming, special events, and other activities to entertain

and educate the public and is a leading cultural attraction in central Arkansas.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To track annual gate attendance.

Demand: Anticipated annual attendance.

214,468

222,487

215,000

Workload: Actual annual attendance.

211,766

203,256

215,000

Efficiency: Average attendance per month.

17,647

14,394

17,917

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of workload over

demand.

99%

91%

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Fire

Mission Statement

Protecting life and property through service and education.

LRFD 24/7

City Manager

Fire Chief

Administration

Assistant Chief

Operations

Assistant Chief

Fire Prevention &

Community Outreach

Assistant Chief

Training &

Professional

Develo

ment

Assistant Chief

Administration &

Planning

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Fire

% Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $46,232,253 1.00%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $40,502,272 $42,231,299 $42,680,541

Supplies and Materials 1,131,196 1,035,644 1,032,706

Contractual 611,551 743,250 739,250

Repairs and Maintenance 1,614,019 1,764,393 1,779,756

Total $43,859,037 $45,774,586 $46,232,253

Staffing 421 421 421

$12,500,000

$25,000,000

$37,500,000

$50,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSuppliesPersonnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The Fire Department increases reflect funding for step and grade salary

increases for existing staff including the twelve (12) new positions for the

West Little Rock Fire Station added during 2012 and the full cost of

previously funded SAFER grant positions. In addition, the LOPFI

contribution rate will increase by 1%.

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Fire

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continue the process of Accreditation as we embark on

Step II of the accreditation process.

Ongoing

Implemented a web-based training curriculum. Completed

Transition Little Rock School District/Little Rock Fire

Department Fire Cadet Program to the Senior Fire Cadet

Program.

Ongoing

Collaborate with Fire Service agencies within Central

Arkansas to create and support a comprehensive Crisis

Intervention Team to better serve first responders.

Ongoing

Developed a Battalion Chief's Academy and completed a

correlation developmental task book.

Completed

Establish a partnership with Central Arkansas Transit

Authority (CATA) to develop strategies to equip each

CATA bus with an Automatic Electronic Defibrillator

(AED).

Ongoing

Enhance public awareness of departmental activities. Ongoing

Collaborate with Emergency Management to ensure

department knowledge of: The Hazard Mitigation Plan;

Little Rock's Emergency Response Plan and Emergency

Support Functions.

Ongoing

Upgrade and utilize technology to better communicate and

deploy resources.

Ongoing

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Fire

2015 Department Goals

Expand the Fire Safety Education Initiative, and the smoke alarm installation

program, to include hard of hearing, persons with physical disabilities and non-

English speaking immigrant groups.

Establish a Hispanic Fire Safety Day in conjunction with "Cinco De Mayo".

Develop a program titled "Put Me In Chief" to provide a free CPR class to

teach civilians how to save the life of an adult or child.

Complete an extensive professionally prepared annual report for distribution to

constituent stakeholders.

Review and update current policies and procedures.

Implement a more extensive inspection and cleaning program of all personal

protective equipment including turnouts, helmets, hoods, gloves and boots

assuring that they remain in compliance with legal requirements.

All divisions within the Little Rock Fire Department (LRFD) will establish a

mission statement to ensure that the goals and objectives of the division are

met.

Implement annual inspection of all fire stations by LRFD Fire Marshals and City

Building Code Inspectors to ensure fire code and building code compliance.

Provide Fire Officer I training to all members successfully completing the

promotional process to Captain.

Initiate a mental awareness campaign: "We Are One" by establishing an

internal peer support group.

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Fire

Department: Fire

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $46,232,253

Department Description:

To protect the safety, health and general welfare of the public through fire prevention and

community outreach, fire suppression, Emergency Medical Service, and

special operations

response; and to ensure a competent workforce through training and education.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: Train certified personnel to meet the individual training hours required by Insurance

Services Organization (ISO) and improve the competence level of the workforce.

Demand: Total number of hours of training

completed.

91,440

88,356

Workload: Total number of hours of individual

training required per year.

138,383

144,878

Efficiency: Average number of training hours per

person.

349

364

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of training hours vs.

required hours.

151%

164%

Objective: Perform inspections of commercial structures including schools, daycare centers,

nursing homes, high-rise buildings, and hospitals.

Demand: Number of inspections on commercial

structures required annually.

2,430

2,673

2,940

Workload: Commercial Building and Structures

inspected annually.

6,304

6,988

7,756

Efficiency: Commercial Building and Structures

inspected per month.

525

582

646

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of inspections

completed annually.

259%

261%

264%

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Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Police

Mission Statement

To provide essential law enforcement service to the residents

of Little Rock by performing those tasks necessary to protect

life and property and to preserve the peace.

City Manager

Chief of Police

Executive Services Bureau

Administrative Services

Manger

Detective Bureau Uniformed Services Bureau

Public Affairs

Accreditation/ Staff Inspection

Internal Affairs Division Detective Division

Special Investigations

Divisions

Downtown Patrol

Northwest Patrol

Special Operations

Support Services Division

Training/Crime Prevention

Central Communications Southwest Patrol

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Police

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

100 General Fund $68,885,072 2.51%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $57,608,109 $61,075,124 $62,365,348

Supplies and Materials 2,250,467 2,513,740 2,422,392

Contractual 2,128,889 1,697,270 2,044,332

Repairs and Maintenance 1,897,576 1,914,725 2,053,000

Capital Outlay 2,432

Transfers Out 47,000

Total $63,934,472 $67,200,859 $68,885,072

Staffing 715 716 717

$16,250,000

$32,500,000

$48,750,000

$65,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Transfers OutCapital OutlayRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Police Department increases reflect the continued effort to fill vacant uniform

and 911/311 call taker positions. In addition, the full cost of twenty-seven

(27) officer positions previously funded by grants are included in the 2015

budget. The budget includes scheduled step and grade salary increases

and an increase of 1% in the LOPFI contribution rate. In addition, operating

cost for the 12th Street Station has been added to the budget. The overtime

allocation has been increased by approximately $254,000.

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Police

2014 Department Priorities Status

Continue the "Click It or Ticket" seatbelt usage

campaign.

Ongoing

Reduce the number of crimes against persons and

property.

Ongoing

Continue Partnership with the State Highway Safety

Project for DWI/DUI enforcement.

Ongoing

Continue Command Staff development. Ongoing

Conduct at least one (1) Recruit School for new officers. Ongoing

Complete construction of the 12th Street Police Station. Ongoing

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Police

2015 Department Goals

Complete the 12th Street Police Station.

Continue to improve and expand Police Officer recruiting efforts and conduct at

least one (1) Recruit School during 2015.

Continue to emphasize the utilization of the Criminal Abatement Program and

maintain coordination with the City Attorney's Office.

Reduce the overall incidents of violent and property crime by 3.0%.

Enhance the supervisory skills and abilities of mid-level and Command Staff by

increased attendance at management schools and training seminars.

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Police

Department: Police

Funding Source: General Fund

Budget: $68,885,072

Department Description:

The Police Department is to provide the citizens of Little Rock with a law enforcement system that

effectively integrates and utilizes departmental, civic and community resources, to protect life and

property, preserve law and order, and enforce state law and city ordinances, within the framework of

the Constitution.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To respond to high priority calls.

Demand: Calls to respond.

155,525

155,687

155,785

Workload: Calls responded.

155,525

155,687

155,785

Efficiency: Total minutes from dispatch to arrival.

9.3

9.1

8.9

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of calls with

response time under 14 minutes.

98%

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Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for a Safe City.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Public Works Street Fund

Public Works

Street Fund

Mission Statement

To provide an efficient and economical infrastructure for the

City of Little Rock, provide quality management in all

activities of the Public Works Department, and to provide

professional service to our customers.

City Manager

Director of Public Works

Administration

Assistant Director Assistant Director

Building Services

Civil Engineering

Parking Enforcement

Traffic Engineering

Composting

Public Works Operations

Solid Waste Services

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Public Works Street Fund

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

200 Street Fund $20,050,226 3.55%

Expenditure Budget - Street Fund

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee

Benefits $8,379,047 $9,983,570 $10,291,815

Supplies and Materials 1,100,482 1,176,055 1,188,902

Contractual 2,876,167 2,890,856 2,931,714

Repairs and Maintenance 2,752,577 2,784,328 2,826,578

Capital Outlay 11,247 1,680,000 2,342,000

Transfers Out 216,217 848,887 469,217

Total $15,336,023 $19,363,696 $20,050,226

Staffing

215 213 213

$3,000,000

$6,000,000

$9,000,000

$12,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Transfers OutCapital OutlayRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

Expenditure changes include an additional allocation for infrastructure from

the ½-cent sales tax. In addition, vacancy savings has been reduced to

enable positions to be filled to support a crew for street light repairs.

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Public Works Street Fund

2014 Department Priorities Status

2013-2015 Infrastructure Program: Begin to transition

projects from design to right-of-way acquisition to utility

relocation work to construction during 2014.

Ongoing

Scott Hamilton: Assist Arkansas Highway and

Transportation Department (AHTD) in contract award and

construction with a goal of construction completion in

2014.

Ongoing

City Stormwater Drainage System Mapping: Completed

initial process of data collection and updated maps of

City's stormwater drainage system.

Completed

2014 Street Resurfacing Program: Complete the street

resurfacing for the 2014 Program.

Ongoing

Installed street lights along Stagecoach Road. Completed

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Public Works Street Fund

2015 Department Goals

2013-2015 Infrastructure Program (Bond Projects): Complete design of all

Bond Projects currently on the books and move 90% of the remaining bond

projects to bidding, contract award and construction phase in 2015.

2013-2015 Infrastructure Program (Sales Tax Projects): Complete design of all

Sales Tax Projects currently on the books and move 75% of the remaining

sales tax projects to bidding, contract award and construction phase.

2016-2018 Infrastructure Program: Attend public meetings, provide preliminary

cost estimates for potential projects, and make recommendations for next

three-year infrastructure improvement program.

2014 Street Resurfacing Program: Complete the 2014 Street Resurfacing

Program.

2015 Street Resurfacing Program: Coordinate the annual street resurfacing

program.

2015 Sidewalk Program: Coordinate the annual sidewalk program with revenue

from the 2011 Sales Tax Plan.

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k, Arkansas

Public Works Street Fund

Department: Public Works

Funding Source: Street Fund

Budget: $20,050,226

Department Description:

To maintain and improve a comprehensive infrastructure system that meets the changing needs of

the community while protecting the integrity of the environment.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To review and approve commercial building permits for consistency with Code

requirements for streets, drainage, and environmental programs.

Demand: Permits for review

Workload: Permits reviewed

Efficiency: Permits processed per month.

7.42

7.5

7.6

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of permits completed.

100%

Objective: Administer Street Sweeping Program to clean the streets, remove debris, and

prevent interference with the City’s drainage system and providing a clean and aesthetically

pleasing environment.

Demand:

Annual Street Sweeping Program

miles.

30,000

Workload: Sweeping Program Street Lane

miles.

20,773

24,996

30,000

Efficiency: Program Miles Completed per

month.

1,731

2,083

2,500

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of miles completed.

69%

83%

100%

Objective: To respond to citizen requests/complaints regarding Traffic Issues affecting

neighborhoods and/or other parts of the City.

Demand: Requests for review.

360

321

350

Workload: Requests reviewed

360

321

350

Efficiency: Requests completed per month.

26.75

29.17

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of requests

submitted/completed.

100%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for

Infrastructure and Quality of Life.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Fleet Services

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the City of Little Rock Fleet Services Department

to provide quality and cost efficient vehicles and work equipment,

fuel, vehicle storage and other fleet support services to our

customers in a timely, environmentally friendly atmosphere. We

seek to maintain a safe and wholesome work environment and

opportunity for all employees while being frugal with the tax dollars

of the citizens of Little Rock.

Assistant City

Manager

Director of

Fleet Services

Special Programs

Support Services

Maintenance

Administration

Vehicle Storage

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Fleet Services

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $3,156,553 $3,686,321 $3,693,450

Supplies and Materials 6,388,377 6,694,650 6,640,515

Contractual 2,595,038 2,399,642 2,549,210

Repairs and Maintenance 126,231 249,875 254,450

Depreciation 0 105,200 156,650

Transfers Out 296,000 00

Total $12,683,067 $13,135,688 $13,294,275

Staffing

61 61 61

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

All Operating Departments $13,294,275 1.21%

$1,750,000

$3,500,000

$5,250,000

$7,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Transfers OutDepreciationRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The Fleet Services budget is balanced with projected net income of

approximately $107,850. The decrease in transfers is associated with a

one-time allocation for the CNG station included in the 2014 budget

amendment.

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Fleet Services

2014 Department Priorities Status

Opened a new fueling station at 501 Ferry Street, with

diesel, unleaded, and compressed natural gas (CNG).

Completed

Developed and implemented a fleet unit pool program. Completed

Continued effects to established and maintain a Fleet

Replacement fund and investigate creative financing

options.

Ongoing

Convert 20% of the late model pick-up trucks to

compressed natural gas (CNG) and convert small engine

lawn equipment to propane power.

Ongoing

Continue to acquire alternative fueled vehicles, including

idle mitigation and CNG conversions.

Ongoing

Continue effects to become industry Certified through

Fleet Consulting Services (aka Fleet Sentinel), and

Government Fleet Management Alliance (GFMA).

Ongoing

Assist in locating and applying for Clear Air grants for

purchasing alternatively fueled vehicles, vehicle retrofitting,

etc.

Ongoing

Investigate the feasibility of upgrading to a web-based

fleet management software system, which would enable

Automotive Technicians to order parts without leaving the

work station.

Ongoing

Conduct, execute and complete the annual Nation Fire

Protection Association(NFPA) inspectors of all Fire

Department apparatus.

Ongoing

Continue to provide staff the opportunity to attend

Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT), Automotive Service

Excellence (ASE) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

training classes; to achieve Automotive Service Excellence

(ASE) and Blue Seal shop certification status.

Ongoing

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Fleet Services

2015 Department Goals

Establish an Apprentice Program to train assistants who are hired through the

City's Re-entry Program in various divisions. These assistants will be in the

program for nine (9) months.

Purchase and install an additional CNG compressor for increased capacity and

reliability.

Upgrade our barcode Scanner System by purchasing new scanners and

computers that will operate Windows 7 Professional operating system.

Upgrade and add additional surveillance cameras to provide more surveillance

coverage of the facility thereby controlling property theft and monitoring

employees activities on the facility.

Install an addition (pre-engineered steel building) to the existing Landfill

Maintenance Shop and add a walk-through side door in the Small Engine Shop

for cross ventilation and emergency access.

Fleet plans to convert five (5) existing City vehicles to Compressed Natural

Gas (CNG). Also, continue to acquire alternative fueled vehicles, including idle

mitigation and CNG conversions.

Conduct a Citywide hands on Fleet inventory. A hands on inventory is

scheduled every two (2) years to maintain the integrity of the fleet count.

Establish and maintain a Fleet Replacement Fund. Initiate plans for creative

financing that will lessen the strain on the Fleet budget while increasing

purchasing power for the City's fleet.

Locate, acquire or write a database for vehicles and equipment insurance files.

Research and implement plans to reduce the City's expense for vehicle and

equipment insurance coverage.

Continue effects to achieve the certificates for one of the "100 Best Fleets"

and the "Leading Fleet" for the top fleets in the country.

Seek industry certification through Fleet Consulting Services (aka Fleet

Sentinel), and Government Fleet Management Alliance; as recognition for

having met or exceeded all 20 Mission Critical Factors of Fleet Management,

verifying that the City of Little Rock Fleet Services Department is industry

competitive and cost efficient.

Review individual staff expectations for professional growth and development in

2015.

Continue to participate in the "GO Red" grant program. This grant provides

additional funding for the conversion of a diesel fueled unit to a greener fuel.

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Fleet Services

Department: Fleet Services

Funding Source: Fleet Services Internal Service Fund

Budget: $13,294,275

Department Description:

To provide quality and cost efficient vehicles and work equipment, fuel and other fleet support

services to our customers in a timely, environmentally friendly atmosphere.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To complete 95% of fleet unit preventative maintenance before or on the due

date, as per Fleet Sentinel standards.

Demand: Preventative work orders scheduled.

2,895

3,168

3,263

Workload: Preventative work orders opened and

closed.

2,655

2,909

3,100

Efficiency: Preventative work orders closed on or

before due date.

910

1,169

2,945

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of work orders

closed on or before due date vs. total scheduled

work orders.

31%

37%

90%

Objective: To increase the number of direct shop hours to 85% of total shop hours.

Demand: Total number of shop hours.

82,396

83,613

84,500

Workload: Shop hours categorized as direct shop

hours.

57,964

60,933

68,000

Efficiency: Average direct shop hours per month.

4,830

5,078

5,667

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of direct shop hours

/total available shop hours.

70%

73%

80%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services and Infrastructure.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Vehicle Storage Facility

Mission Statement

To provide support to City law enforcement entities by

providing safe storage for vehicles until they are reclaimed by

the registered owner(s) and disposal of unclaimed and

abandoned vehicles through public auction as required by

law.

Director of

Fleet Services

Vehicle Storage

Facility Manager

Storage

Operations

Auction

Operations

Transportation

Code

Enforcement

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Vehicle Storage Facility

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $630,921 $656,232 $693,048

Supplies and Materials 50,402 47,750 47,384

Contractual 598,524 562,980 562,980

Repairs and Maintenance 27,779 28,188 23,832

Depreciation 26,034 26,000 31,900

Total $1,333,661 $1,321,150 $1,359,144

Staffing 15 15 15

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Yea

601 Vehicle Storage Facility Fund $1,359,144 2.88%

$225,000

$450,000

$675,000

$900,000

2013

2014

2015

DepreciationRepairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

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Vehicle Storage Facility

2014 Department Priorities Status

Purchased and installed a backup generator. Completed

Partnered with the Little Rock Convention and Visitors

Bureau to provide taxicab driver training. Training was

completed April 8, 2014.

Completed

Collaborate with Little Rock Police Department to relocate

the crime scene bay from it's current location to an area

located on the Vehicle Storage lot where vehicles are

stored.

Ongoing

Provide leadership and management training to

supervisors.

Ongoing

Provide customer service training to staff. Ongoing

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Vehicle Storage Facility

2015 Department Goals

Collaborate with Little Rock Police Department to relocate the crime scene

bay from it's current location to an area located on the Vehicle Storage lot

where a vehicles are stored.

Pave the auction parking lot.

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Vehicle Storage Facility

Department: Vehicle Storage Facility

Funding Source: Vehicle Storage Enterprise Fund

Budget: $1,359,144

Department Description:

Provide entities safe storage for vehicles until they are reclaimed by the registered owner(s) and

disposal of unclaimed and abandoned vehicles.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To release 100% of eligible vehicles within 60 days of impoundment.

Demand: Impounded vehicles.

3,241

3,000

Workload: Impounded vehicles eligible for release.

2,460

2,950

Efficiency: Eligible vehicles released within 60

days.

2,460

2,950

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of eligible vehicles

released within 60 days.

76%

98%

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services and Infrastructure.

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Waste Disposal

Mission Statement

To enhance citywide aesthetics and improve the quality of life

of our citizens by providing solid waste collection, recycling,

composting, and disposal.

Director of

Public Works

Assistant Director of

Public Works

Solid Waste Manager

Administration

Solid Waste

Waste Management

Waste Collections

Waste Disposal

Waste Composting

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Waste Disposal

FY 15 % Change

Proposed from

Resources for Budget Budget Prior Year

603 Waste Disposal Fund $17,127,479 -2.99%

Expenditure Budget

2013 2014 2015

Description

Actual

Expenditures

Adopted

Budget

Adopted

Budget

Salaries and Employee Benefits $5,056,615 $5,338,107 $5,307,784

Supplies and Materials 1,641,053 1,666,100 1,668,363

Contractual 3,157,658 3,422,715 3,529,400

Repairs and Maintenance 2,970,146 3,137,296 3,218,465

Closure/Post Closure 280,105 247,945 247,945

Depreciation 1,707,387 2,060,000 1,474,900

Debt Service 426,291 218,900 223,550

Transfers Out 1,378,254 1,564,863 1,457,072

Total $16,617,509 $17,655,926 $17,127,479

Staffing 113 113 113

$1,500,000

$3,000,000

$4,500,000

$6,000,000

2013

2014

2015

Transfers

Out

Debt ServiceDepreciationClosure/Post

Closure

Repairs and

Maintenance

ContractualSupplies and

Materials

Personnel

Total Allocations By Fiscal Year And Account Category

The budget for depreciation and amortization is approximately $445,000

greater than cash requirements forecast for principal payments. In addition to

the operating expenses presented above, approximately $750,000 in capital

expenditures for garbage trucks and replacement of a track hoe are planned.

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Waste Disposal

2014 Department Priorities Status

Landfill Operations: Solid Waste Services will continue

bidding on outside disposal contracts to increase

revenue.

Ongoing

Curbside Recycling Improvements: Evaluate the best

alternative to expand both commercial and residential

curbside recycling.

Ongoing

City Green Team: Continue to cultivate the City Green

Team participation and ideas to further sustainability in

City facilities.

Ongoing

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Waste Disposal

2015 Department Goals

Conduct geophysical study of Cells 3, 6, and western half of 5 Class 1

landfill with intent of designing future half of Cell 5.

Implement recycling for multi-family complexes of 100 units or more.

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Waste Disposal

The departmental goals and objectives link with the

Board of Directors Statement of Management Policy for Basic City

Services and Quality of Life.

Department: Waste Disposal

Funding Source: Waste Fund

Budget: $17,127,479

Department Description:

To provide all elements of effective efficient solid waste management in a manner

that meets

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state regulations, protects health, improves the

environment, and provides cleaner neighborhoods to support a high quality of life for all citizens.

2013

2014

2015

Actual

Budget

Objective: To promote recycling and increase annual tonnage collected.

Demand: Curbside recycling tonnage to be

collected

10,800

10,000

10,200

Workload: Curbside recycling tonnage collected.

10,287

10,219

10,200

Efficiency: Curbside recycling tonnage

collected/month.

857

852

850

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of tonnage collected

annually.

95%

102%

100%

Objective: To monitor incoming tonnage to the Class I and Class IV Landfill Cells.

Demand: Class 1 & Class 4 tonnage to be

disposed.

104,000

130,000

125,000

Workload: Class 1 & Class 4 tonnage received.

131,773

119,013

125,000

Efficiency: Average monthly tonnage disposed

of in Class 1 and Class 4 landfills.

10,981

9,918

10,417

Effect/Outcome: Percentage of tonnage

collected annually.

127%

92%

100%

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Appendix

City of Little Rock, Arkansas 2015 Operating Budget

State and City Budget Statutes

State Statutes

Arkansas statutory law grants the City of Little Rock the authority to operate

under the City Manager form of government pursuant to the City’s form of

government.

1. The Mayor and City Manager shall prepare the municipal budget annually

and submit it to the Board for its approval or disapproval. The City

Manager is responsible for its administration after adoption.

2. The City Manager shall prepare and submit to the Board, within sixty (60)

days after the end of each fiscal year, a complete report on the finances

and administrative activities of the City during the fiscal year.

3. The City Manager shall keep the Mayor and Board advised of the financial

condition and future needs of the City and make such recommendations

as to him may seem desirable.

The City complies with item 1 above in its budget process. It complies with items

2 and 3 by submitting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the

Board.

City Ordinances

Sections 2-211 through 2-218, of the Code of Ordinances establish budget

requirements for preparation, administration and financial reporting. Sections 2-

222 and 2-226 also pertain to the budget.

Sec. 2-211. Nature and Scope.

The budget for the city shall set forth all proposed expenditures for the

administration, operation, maintenance and improvement of all offices and

departments and expenditures for capital projects to be undertaken and/or

executed during the year. In addition thereto, the budget shall set forth the

anticipated revenues and other means of financing proposed expenditures for the

fiscal year. The budget shall be adopted for the ensuing fiscal year period, while

information for subsequent fiscal periods shall be considered a fiscal plan.

Sec. 2-212. Preparation.

The City Manager shall submit to the Board of Directors a budget and an

explanatory budget message for the ensuing year. The City Manager shall

compile the budget with the assistance of the Finance Department and other

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departments or agencies, estimating all revenues and expenditures detailed by

organization unit, service program, or object or expenditure, as appropriate.

Sec. 2-213. Public records; distributing copies.

The budget and budget message and all supporting schedules shall be a public

record in the office of the City Clerk open to public inspection by anyone. The

City Manager shall cause sufficient copies of the budget and budget message to

be prepared for distribution to interested persons.

Sec. 2-214. Adoption. *

On or before December 30 of each year the Mayor and Board of Directors shall

adopt a budget for the ensuing year.

Sec. 2-214. Budget document – Generally.

The budget document, setting forth the financial plan of the city for the ensuing

fiscal period, shall include the following:

(1) Any explanatory budget message;

(2) A summary of the budget by fiscal year;

(3) A detail of the revenue projections upon which the budget is based; and

(4) The detailed budget plan.

Sec. 2-216. Budget message.

(a) The budget message submitted by the City Manager to the Mayor and

Board of Directors shall be explanatory of the budget, shall contain an

outline of the proposed financial policies of the city for the budget year and

shall describe in connection therewith the important features of the budget

plan. It shall set forth the reasons for salient changes from the previous

year in cost and revenue items and shall explain any major changes in

financial policy.

(b) Attached to the budget message shall be such supporting schedules,

exhibits and other explanatory material in respect to both current

operations and capital improvements, as the City Manager shall believe

useful to the Mayor and Board of Directors.

* Little Rock, Arkansas, Code of Ordinances

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Sec. 2-217. Summary.

At the head of the budget, there shall appear a summary of the budget, which

need not be itemized further than by principal sources of anticipated revenue and

total proposed expenditures of each department, in such a manner as to present

to taxpayers a simple and clear summary of the estimates of the budget.

Sec. 2-218. Complete budget plan.

The budget shall provide a complete plan for the operation of all City

Departments and offices for the ensuing budget year. It shall contain in tabular

form:

Detailed estimates of all anticipated revenues.

All proposed expenditures.

Sec. 2-222. Emergency appropriations.

At any time in any budget year, the Mayor and Board of Directors may make

emergency appropriations to meet a pressing public need.

Sec. 2-248 – 2-251. Financial reporting.

Fund balance reports shall be prepared and submitted to the Mayor and Board of

Directors by the City Manager and Director of Finance within 20 business days

after month end close. A quarterly fund report will also be prepared and widely

distributed. Semi annual reports will be prepared published in the newspaper and

made available to the public within 30 calendar days after the month end close

for June and December of each fiscal year.

Sec. 2-258 – 260.1. Restricted reserve fund.

Restricted reserve fund means a portion of the governmental fund type’s net

assets that are accounted for in a restricted fund balance that is not available for

appropriation without special actions of the Mayor and Board of Directors. This

fund shall be considered to be fully funded as a part of the annual City budget

when the restricted fund balance shows an amount equal to $10,000,000, or 10%

of the annual General Fund revenues for a budgeted year, whichever is greater.

Revenues shall be deposited in this fund in such amounts determined by the

Mayor and Board of Directors to assure that the fund shall be fully funded by

December 31, 2005.

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Sec. 2-260.2. Notice of downward economic trends.

The City Manager and Director of Finance shall notify the Mayor and Board of

Directors in writing at the first available opportunity if economic trends indicate

that the revenues projected as a part of the annual City budget are not meeting

projections and require the Board to consider reduction in force, city services or

the use of restricted reserve fund monies to meet the City’s obligations funded in

the annual City budget.

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STATISTICAL INFORMATION

Date of Incorporation November 7, 1831

Date of Adoption of Charter November 2, 1835

Form of Government City Manager

Date of City Manager Government July 27, 1993

Area - Square Miles 122.36

Miles of Streets and Alley:

Total Streets 2,464.63

Streets Graded and Surface Treatment 422.25

Paved - Permanent (Concrete and Asphalt) 2,046.03

Alleys Maintained 62.96

Drainage Ditches Maintained 1,578.55

Storm Sewers Maintained 361.35

Miles of Water Lines 1,396.60

Sanitary Miles 1,368.00

Traffic Controls:

Signals Malfunctions 2,288

Solid Waste/Garbage Collection:

Class I and IV tonnage 119,013

Curbside/Drop-off recycling 10,664

Yard Waste 30,562

On-call Service 28,148

Knuckleboom truck pick-ups 6,864

Number of Residential Users 58,145

Number of Commercial Users 415

Building Permits:

Year

Permits Issued Estimated Cost

2005 5,330 620,819,782$

2006 4,694 531,752,025$

2007 2,734 614,588,257$

2008 1,957 433,788,975$

2009 3,690 394,776,760$

2010 2,832 343,976,010$

2011 3,304 356,450,894$

2012 2,011 391,789,405$

2013 2,000 385,865,486$

2014 2,024 593,559,207$

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1276

825

1271

640

647

551

1350

670

618

916

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

1400

1600

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Number of Permits

Years

City of Little Rock

Housing Unit Permits

2005 - 2014

Single-Family Multi-Family Total

Pulaski Heights/ Northwest West LR W. Pulaski/ SW LR Little Rock

Overall Hillcrest Little Rock Maumelle North Far W LR South Downtown

2013 $191,423 $303,664 $239,918 $224,313 $184,669 $390,111 $53,600 $171,802

2012 $187,078 $282,953 $245,866 $217,908 $189,924 $379,035 $67,868 $161,603

2011 $172,195 $305,893 $243,774 $211,311 $187,157 $377,467 $60,771 $142,711

2010 $175,794 $289,156 $230,183 $204,687 $183,438 $401,310 $69,816 $132,243

2009 $172,051 $259,219 $231,557 $206,126 $174,101 $372,225 $72,202 $163,358

2008 $174,018 $274,978 $236,749 $211,212 $189,401 $443,600 $83,413 $108,183

2007 $174,742 $283,178 $243,150 $208,178 $184,178 $403,413 $89,522 $236,286

2006 $172,907 $256,815 $240,033 $212,078 $176,725 $398,395 $82,000 $114,990

2005 $169,000 $288,489 $225,499 $209,970 $175,104 $397,294 $72,396

2004 $154,805 $223,637 $211,786 $190,552 $162,870 $370,972 $67,065

2003 $142,278 $196,602 $189,760 $180,773 $151,508 $317,548 $66,669

Chg 12-1

$4,345 $20,711 -$5,948 $6,405 -$5,255 $11,076 -$14,268 $10,199

2.5% 7.2% -2.6% 3.1% -2.9% 2.8% -20.4% 7.7%

Chg 03-1

34.5% 54.5% 26.4% 24.1% 21.9% 22.9% -19.6%

All prices represent average sales price.

Compiled by

Metroplan

Central Arkansas Real Estate Values

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Sales Tax Rate:

Local 1.5%

County 1.0%

State 5.9%

Bond Rating:

General Obligation Bonds

Standard and Poor’s AA

Moody’s Aa2

Fire Protection:

Number of Stations 21

Number of Uniformed Employees 415

Number of Calls 28,474

Insurance Rating for Insurance Service Office (ISO)

City of Little Rock Class II

Police Protection:

Number of Stations 8

Number of Uniformed Employees 574

Calls for Service 150,367

Recreation:

Number of Parks, Including Park Development 62

Total Acres (developed & undeveloped) 6,467

Number of Playgrounds 46

Number of Tennis Courts 48

Number of Basketball Courts 37

Number of Museums 1

Number of Golf Courses 3

Number of Ball Fields 25

Number of Play Fields 17

Number of Community Centers 4

Number of Swimming Pools 2

Number of Adult Centers 3

Number of Soccer Fields 12

Number of Fitness Centers 1

River Market 1

Riverfest Amphitheatre

Number of Pavilions

Number of Volleyball Courts

280

Total Recorded Park Attendance - 2014 613,042

Number of Zoos 1

Total Zoo Attendance – 2014 307,046

Total Zoo Outreach Program 44,070

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Medical Facilities Number of beds

(private occupancy rooms):

Arkansas Children’s

370

Arkansas Heart Hospital

112

Baptist – Little Rock

827

Baptist Rehabilitation Institute

120

Baptist Health Extended Care

Select Specialty Hospital

St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center

615

University of Arkansas Medical Center

484

Veteran Health Care System

195

Total Number of Beds

2,803

Estimated Total Beds per 1,000 Population:

14.1

Year Number

1910 45,941

1920 65,142

1930 81,657

1940 88,039

1950 102,310

1960 107,813

1962 Special Census 125,671

1964 Special Census 128,929

1970 Census 144,824

1974 Special Census 139,703

1978 Special Census 144,824

1980 Census 159,024

1985 Special Census 178,134

1990 Census 175,795

1992 U.S. Census Bureau Estimate 176,870

2000 Census 183,133

2010 Census 193,524

2011 Special Census* 195,310

2012 Special Census** 194,439

2013 Special Census** 196,814

2014 Estimate 198,704

* Source: Arkansas Business 2015 Book of List

** Source: Metroplan

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Age

Ranges Male Female

Under 5 6,442 6,737

5 to 9 5,879 6,148

10 to 14 6,652 6,956

15 to 19 5,092 5,326

20 to 24 6,672 6,977

25 to 34 16,070 16,807

35 to 44 13,065 13,664

45 to 54 11,979 12,529

55 to 59 6,367 6,658

60 to 64 5,743 6,006

65 to 74 7,777 8,133

75 to 84 2,848 2,979

85 + 1,882 1,969

City of Little Rock 2013 Population By Age and Sex

2,000

4,000

6,000

8,000

10,000

12,000

14,000

16,000

18,000

Population

Age Ranges

City of Little Rock 2013 Census By Age And Sex

Age

Male

Age

Female

Gender:

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

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LITTLE ROCK AND ENVIRONS

Per Capita Income (2013) $29,382

Median household income (2013) $44,546

U.S. Consumer Price Index (November 2014) 236.1

Percent inflation over past year 0.7%

Average unemployment percentage rate 5.9%

Median Age (2013 special census) 36.1%

Race (2013):

White 51.8%

Black or African American 41.4%

Hispanic or Latino * 5.4%

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.1%

Other 1.3%

*Hispanic is an overlay category that includes multiples races.

Source: Metroplan

5.1%

4.6%

5.8%

9.3%

9.6%

8.9%

8.1%

7.4%

6.2%

4.9%

5.1%

4.9%

4.8%

6.5%

7.4%

7.2%

6.8%

6.7%

5.9%

0.0%

2.0%

4.0%

6.0%

8.0%

10.0%

12.0%

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Percentage

Years

Little Rock and United States

Unemployment Rate

2005 - 2014

United States Little Rock

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Education (Little Rock School District):

Number of School Buildings 48

Number of Teachers/including Principals, Supervisors 2,205

Number of Registered Students 24,738

Number of Kindergarten Students 2,047

Average Daily Attendance - Elementary Schools 9,983

Average Daily Attendance - High/ Middle Schools 10,826

Average Daily Attendance - Kindergarten 2,014

Tax Rate: (Mills)

Real 46.4

Personal 46.4

PULASKI COUNTY STATISTICS

Population 25 years and over 131,125

Percent of Population Age 25+ 67%

Education level in years of formal schooling:

High School or Equivalent 24.4%

Some college, no degree 21.3%

Bachelor’s degree 23.3%

MA/Professional degree or higher 15.8%

Institution 2005 Fall 2013

University of Arkansas at Little Rock 11,896 12,377 *

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 2,328 2,867

Philander-Smith College 785 556

Arkansas Baptist College 278 1,003

Webster University 448 159

Totals 15,735 16,962

1. Sources: Arkansas Business Book of Lists 2015, 22nd Edition

2. Arkansas Business Book of Lists, 2007 edition.

* Fall 2013 latest, as shown in 2015 Arkansas Book of Lists

LITTLE ROCK INSTITUTIONS OF HIGER EDUCATION

2005 - 2013

Enrollment

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City Government Total Full-Time Part-Time

AFSCME 390 390

IAFF 415 415

FOP 574 574

Non-union 1,215 745 470

2,594 2,124 470

Commissions

Wastewater Utility 209 208 1

Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport 163 161 2

LR Convention & Visitors Bureau 181 112 69

Port Authority 8 8 0

Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services 335 289 46

Central Arkansas Transit Authority 196 195 1

Arkansas Museum of Discovery 27 14 13

Arkansas Arts Center 95 47 48

Central Arkansas Library 298 200 98 *

1,512 1,234 278

Total Employment 4,106 3,358 748

* Includes 48 temporary

EMPLOYEES AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014

Company Industry Employees

1 State Government – within the MSA Government 32,200

2 Local Government – within the MSA Government 28,800

3 Federal Government – within the MSA Government 9,200

4 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Education/Medical Services 8,500

5 Baptist Health Medical Services 7,000

6 Little Rock Air Force Base Government 4,500

7 Acxiom Data Processing 4,380

8 Little Rock School District Schools/Colleges/Education 3,500

9 Central Arkansas Veterans HealthCare Medical Services 3,500

10 Entergy Arkansas Utility (Electric) 2,740

11 Pulaski County Special School District Schools/Colleges/Education 2,700

12 AT&T Utility (Telephone) 2,600

13 St. Vincent Health System Medical Services 2,600

14 Arkansas Children’s Hospital Medical Services 2,470

15 Dillard’s Inc. Department Store 2,400

16 Verizon Wireless Communications/Telecommunications 2,000

17 Union Pacific Railroad Transportation (Railroad) 2,000

18 Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance 1,800

19 Dassault Falcon Jet Corp. Falcon Aircraft Models 1,700

20 CenterPoint Energy Utility (Natural Gas) 1,600

Source: Greater Little Rock Chamber of Commerce

Compiled by Metroplan 02/09/2015

Little Rock Area Major Employers

2014

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City of Little Rock, Arkansas

Principal Sales Taxpayers

December 31, 2014

The City of Little Rock, Arkansas's largest own-source revenue is sale taxes.

Sale taxes revenues consist of a local 1.5% tax, with 1.125% dedicated to

ongoing operations and the remaining 0.375% dedicated to capital projects. The

capital portion of the tax is a temporary tax that will sunset on December 31,

2021. In 2014, the combined 1.5% local sales tax generated revenue of

$71,145,264. In addition, the City receives a share of the county’s 1% tax based

on population. The City of Little Rock makes up approximately 51% of the

county population.

According to Arkansas State Statutes, the City is required to keep the identity of

individual tax payers confidential. Therefore, the City of Little Rock is not able to

identify the top 10 payers. However, Little Rock enjoys a diverse economic sales

tax base.

Little Rock Top Ten 1 1/2 Cent Sales Taxpayers Tax

Industry Collected % of Total

All Other General Merchandise 6,837,060 9.61%

Full Service Restaurants 5,698,736 8.01%

Grocery Stores 4,375,434 6.15%

Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution 3,543,034 4.98%

Building Materials and Supplies Dealers 2,781,780 3.91%

Electronics and Appliance Stores 2,767,551 3.89%

Clothing Stores 2,703,520 3.80%

Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Stores 2,632,375 3.70%

Electrical Goods Wholesalers 2,575,459 3.62%

Department Stores 2,041,869 2.87%

Totals 35,956,816 50.54%

Little Rock Top Ten 1 Cent County Sales Taxpayers Tax

Industry Collected % of Total

All Other General Merchandise 4,759,608 11.92%

Full Service Restaurants 3,254,262 8.15%

Grocery Stores 2,443,692 6.12%

Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution 2,168,177 5.43%

Building Materials and Supplies Dealers 1,553,261 3.89%

Electronics and Appliance Stores 1,497,360 3.75%

Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Stores 1,321,670 3.31%

Telecommunications 1,277,747 3.20%

Clothing Stores 1,153,965 2.89%

Department Stores 1,098,064 2.75%

Totals 20,527,807 51.41%

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GLOSSARY OF KEY BUDGET TERMS

Accrual Basis of Accounting - A basis of accounting that recognizes the

financial effect of transactions, events, and interfund activities when they occur,

regardless of the timing of related cash flow.

Agency - A division of City government commonly referred to as a City

department. Examples are Police, Fire, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works

departments. The term "other agencies" is used to identify entities outside of but

related to City operations. These include the County Health Department, Library,

Arts Center, Museum, and others.

Amusement Park Lease - Share of revenue from train rides at Civitan House at

the Little Rock Zoo.

Appropriation - An amount of money authorized by the Board of Directors to incur

obligations and to make expenditures/expenses of resources.

Assessed Valuation of Property - The taxable value of real and personal

property in Little Rock, established at 20 percent of market value by the Pulaski

County Assessor.

Board of Directors - The eleven elected Board members who form the City's

governing body.

Bonds - Certificates of indebtedness issued by an entity which guarantee payment

of principal and interest at a future date.

Basic Budget - An annual financial plan that identifies revenue sources and

amounts, services to be provided, and amounts of money appropriated to fund

these services.

Budget Amendment – Legal means by which an adopted estimated revenue or

expenditure authorization limit is increased or decreased.

Budget: Operating - A financial document designed to provide funding for

operating or "ongoing" annual programs of service.

Budget: Capital - A financial plan for the purchase or construction of major assets

such as buildings, land, streets, sewers, and recreation facilities.

Capital Assets – Assets of long-term character that are intended to continue to be

held or used, such as land, buildings, machinery, furniture, and other equipment.

Capital assets may also be referred to as fixed assets.

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Capital Equipment - Generally, equipment with a value greater than $5,000 and

an expected life of more than one year.

Capital Outlay - The portion of the annual operating budget that appropriates

funds for the purchase of long-lived items often separated from regular operating

items such as personal, supplies and maintenance and contractual. The capital

budget includes funds for purchases such as furniture, vehicles, machinery,

building improvements, data processing equipment and special tools, which are

usually distinguished from operating items according to their value and projected

useful life.

Commission - A unit of city government authorized under State statutes to

provide a municipal service without control by the City elected governing body.

For example, the Housing Commission.

Contingency Reserve - A budgetary reserve set-aside for emergencies or

unforeseen expenditures, not otherwise included in the basic budget.

Contractual Services - Goods and services acquired under contract that the city

receives from an outside company. Professional services, utilities, rentals, and

insurance are examples of contractual services.

Debt Service - Expenditures for principal and interest on outstanding bond issues.

Depreciation - An accounting allocation of a portion of the cost of an asset to the

operating expenditures of the current fiscal period, that is designed to indicate the

funds that will be required to replace the asset when it is no longer serviceable.

Discrete Component Unit - A separate fund that is ultimately dependent upon the

City Board of Directors for oversight or approval of its operations.

Encumbrance - An amount of money committed for payment of a specific good or

service not yet received. Funds so committed cannot be used for another

purpose.

Enterprise Fund - A self-contained fund operated to account for services

supported by user charges and fees. Examples are the Golf, Zoo and Waste

Disposal funds.

Expenditures - Decreases in net financial resources under the current financial

resources measurement focus, and pertains to payment of normal operating

costs and encumbrances. Expenditures are measured according to

governmental accounting rules.

Expenses - The cost of doing business in a proprietary organization, and can be

either direct outflows or the using up of an asset such as the depreciation of

capital assets.

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Fiduciary Fund - A separate fund utilized to account for the pension obligations to

a specific group of City employees. A Board of Trustees that exercises a fiduciary

responsibility for the fund governs each fund.

Fiscal Year - A period of twelve (12) consecutive months designated as the

budget year. Little Rock's fiscal year is the calendar year.

Fleet Services - A management organization accounted for as an internal service

fund and responsible for acquiring and maintaining the City's vehicle fleet.

FUTURE-Little Rock - A community goal setting process utilized to assess the

City's problems and needs and deliver recommended solutions to the Board of

Directors. The process which involved hundreds of citizens over an eighteen-

month period resulted in the City’s half cent local sales tax.

Fund - A fiscal entity composed of a group of revenue and expenditure accounts

maintained to account for a specific purpose. See the section "Little Rock's

Financial Structure" for a description of the funds controlled by the Board of

Directors, various Commissions, and by Pension Trustees.

Fund Balance - The balance in a fund remaining from all revenues, expenditures

and carryover funds that is subject to future appropriation.

Gain/Loss Sale of Fixed Assets – The amount of proceeds from the sale or

disposal of an asset after deduction of the cost of the asset net of depreciation.

General and Administrative Cost - Cost associated with the administration of

general City Services.

General Obligation Bonds - Bonds secured by the full faith and credit of the City.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) – A widely accepted set of

rules, conventions, standards, and procedures for reporting financial information,

as established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board.

Government Fund Type - Funds generally used to account for tax-supported

activities. There are five different types of government funds: The General Fund;

Special Revenue Funds; Debt Service Funds; Capital Project Funds; and Trust

Funds.

Grant - Contribution by one government unit or funding source to another unit.

The contribution is usually made to aid in a part of a specified function, but is

sometimes available for general purposes.

Grant Match - City funds, private funds, or in-kind services required to be

contributed or raised by the receiving entity for the purpose of matching funds

obtained from Federal and State grant programs.

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Industrial Development Revenue Bonds - Bonds issued by the City to finance

construction or expansion of an industrial facility. The City is in no way obligated

to repay these bonds; rather they are the sole obligation of the industry that

benefits from the financing.

Infrastructure – Infrastructure includes the basic public works of a city, such as

roads, bridges, sewer and water systems, drainage systems, and essential public

utilities.

Internal Service Fund - This fund operates like an Enterprise Fund to account for

citywide vehicle and maintenance costs and the revenue from charge-backs to

user departments. It provides a mechanism for identifying vehicle costs and

charging them to the property budget program.

Investment - Securities purchased and held for the production of revenues in the

form of interest.

Lapsing Appropriation – An appropriation made for a certain period of time,

generally for the budget year. At the end of the specified period, any unexpected

or unencumbered balance lapses or ends, unless otherwise provided by law. Most

operating funds are lapsing funds.

Maintenance - Maintenance encompasses a variety of materials and services for

land and equipment of a permanent or semi-permanent nature or for software for

the renewal, replacement, repair, minor renovation, and other cost associated

with keeping an asset in proper condition or working order.

Millage - The tax rate(s) levied on real and personal property. One mill equals $1

per $1,000 of assessed property value.

Modified Accrual Basis of Accounting - A basis of Accounting according to

which (1) revenues are recognized in the accounting period in which they

become available and measurable and (2) expenditures are recognized in the

accounting period in which the fund liability is incurred, if measurable, except for

un-matured interest on general long-term debt and certain similar accrued

obligations, which should be recognized when due.

Net Position – The residual of all other elements presented in a statement of

financial position. The term incorporates deferred outflows of resources and

deferred inflows of resources as defined by GASB Statement No. 63 into the

definitions of the required components of the residual measure and by renaming

that measure as net position, rather than net assets.

Non-Lapsing Funds – A fund whose unencumbered appropriation balance

remains available for expenditure after the end of the fiscal year. A non-lapsing

fund remains open and available for use until all appropriations are expended,

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transferred, or closed by budgetary action. Grants and Capital Funds normally

operate as non-lapsing funds.

Non-Operating Fund - A fund established to account for revenue and

expenditures that are not recurring and, therefore, not part of the annual operating

budget. Examples of these revenues are sales taxes set aside for special items,

and one-time revenue collections such as litigation settlements. Examples of

expenditures are those for special programs and projects, and for capital projects.

Non-Operating Income or Expense - A non-recurring, unusual type of revenue or

expense that would distort financial results if presented as an operating item.

These items are reflected below the operating income line on statements of

income and expense.

Operating Revenues – Regular and recurring sources of income for an entity.

Operating Expenses – Recurring costs required to provide a service or maintain

an operation.

Other Reimbursements – Usually nonrecurring funds received from another

entity. Amounts refunded for costs incurred or expenses paid.

Outside or Other Agency - These are local organizations that are not a part of

City government, but that receive appropriations from the City in exchange for

services provided to citizens. Examples are the Central Arkansas Transit

Authority, the County Health Department, and the Pulaski County Jail.

Program - A division or sub-unit of an agency budget, which identifies a specific

service activity to be performed. For example, a snow and ice removal program is

funded in the Public Works Street Maintenance Budget.

Proprietary Fund Type - Funds that focus on the determination of operating

income, changes in net assets – or cost recovery – financial position, and cash

flows. There are two different types of proprietary funds: Enterprise Funds and

Internal Service Funds.

Rating - Ratings are issued by several institutions as an indication of the likelihood

that an obligation will be repaid. The highest rating is triple A, which is awarded to

debt securities of the U. S. Government. Little Rock's general obligation bonds are

rated AA by two rating agencies, which indicate a high level of confidence in the

City's ability to repay its obligations.

Recycling - Share of proceeds from the sale of newspaper, metal, and glass

collected by a private company from sanitation routes.

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Redemption - The repayment of a bonded indebtedness. Redemption can occur

at a specified date, or can be subject to early retirement, should funds be available

to do so.

Reserve - The Board of Directors may set aside moneys into an account called a

reserve to provide for future needs or to meet unknown obligations. For example,

the City self-insures for workers' compensation claims and maintains a reserve to

meet any unforeseen future claims. The City also maintains a general working

capital reserve to meet unknown emergency needs.

Restricted Reserve - A specific amount of cash set aside by action of the Board

of Directors for funding unforeseen contingencies such as destruction from a

tornado, flooding, or litigation.

Retained Earnings - The excess of revenue or expenditures that has

accumulated since the inception of a Proprietary Fund.

Revenue(s) - Increases in the net current assets of a Governmental Fund Type

from other than expenditure refunds, general long-term debt proceeds and

operating transfers in.

Risk Management - A program to effectively deal with the varied risks faced by

the City. This includes protecting the public and City employees by providing

commercial or self-insurance coverage for fire, vehicle, and public official and other

liabilities, developing and maintaining safe driving programs, and maintaining a

safe working environment.

Salaries Wages and Employee Benefits - All costs associated with providing

personnel for an agency or program including salaries, wages, social security and

Medicare tax payments, retirement contributions, health, dental, life, disability,

unemployment insurance and Workers' Compensation coverage.

Special Project - Generally, a project funded for a specific purpose. Special

projects may be for capital improvements or other non-operating items, or for

specific programs such as Children, Youth, and Family initiatives.

State Tax Turnback - The State of Arkansas returns a portion of its tax receipts to

incorporated cities within the state. Certain turnback revenues may be used for

general purposes, while other turnback funds are restricted to street

improvements.

Sundries - Revenue received from miscellaneous sources.

Supplies - Supplies are articles that when consumed or used, show a material

change in their physical condition. These items generally last less than one year.

Examples of supplies are office supplies, clothing, cleaning and janitorial

supplies, petroleum products and chemicals, medical & laboratory expenses.

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Transfers In - Reimbursements or allocations from other funds.

User Charges - The direct payment by the public for a specific service provided.

For example, a monthly charge for garbage pickup.

Undesignated Fund Balance - The amount of money remaining in a fund that

has not been appropriated or committed for any purpose.

Utility Franchise Fee - A City fee levied upon the gross receipts of local privately

owned utilities (power, gas, and telephone). Under State law, this fee may be

passed on to the utility user.

Vehicle Storage Fees - Charges for release from the impound lot of vehicles

that have been abandoned on the street, towed from illegal parking zones, or

seized after violation of vehicular laws.

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GLOSSARY OF KEY ACRONYMS

ADA – American Disability Act prohibits discrimination and ensures equal

opportunity for persons with disabilities in employment, State and local

government services, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and

transportation. It also mandates the establishment of TDD/telephone relay

services.

AFSCME – American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

Union

ARNRC – Arkansas Natural Resource Commission.

ARRA – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

AZA – Association of Zoos and Aquariums

CAFR – Comprehensive Annual Finance Report

CATA – Central Arkansas Transit Authority

CDBG – Community Development Block Grant representing federal block grants

used primarily for street improvements, community services and community

center operations.

CIP – Capital Improvement Program is a multi-year plan for capital expenditures

to replace and expand the City’s infrastructure, vehicles and equipment.

COBRA/Retiree – Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 is an insurance

premium reduction plan for retired employees.

COPS – Community Oriented Policing Services funded by a federal grant.

CYF – Children, Youth and Families promotes a comprehensive and holistic

approach that reaches out to families and children that are most at risk of losing

a safe, nurturing, self-determining, drug-free and violence-free environment. The

Program requires the full partnership of City and government agencies, local

educational agencies, public and private business community, and dedicated

organizations working directly in the neighborhoods.

DWI/DUI – Driving while intoxicated/Driving under the influence.

FEMA – Federal Emergency Management Administration

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FCC – Federal Communications Commission is an independent United States

government agency. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of

1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications

by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50

states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions.

FULR – Future Little Rock initiatives paid from a half cent sales tax initiated in

1994.

FOP – Fraternal Order of Police Union

GAAP – Generally Accepted Accounting Principles are accounting rules used to

prepare, present, and report financial statements for a wide variety of entities,

including publicly traded and privately-held companies, non-profit organizations

and governments.

GASB – Government Accounting Standards Board is currently the source of

generally accepted accounting principles used by State and Local governments

in the United States of America. It was established to improve standards of state

and local governmental accounting and financial reporting that will result in useful

information for users of financial reports and guide and educate the public,

including issuers, auditors, and users of those financial reports.

GFOA – Government Finance Officers Association promotes the professional

management of governments for the public benefit by identifying and developing

financial policies and best practices and promoting their use through education,

training, facilitation of member networking, and leadership.

IAFF – International Association of Fire Fighters

HIPP – Home Investment Partnership Funds are expended to provide housing or

housing assistance to qualifying citizens, to improve neighborhood streets and

drainage and to operate community health and recreation facilities.

LR Cent Committee – Little Rock Citizens for Evaluation of New Tax is a

committee of citizens, which is made up of two (2) Co-Chairs, individuals from

each of the City’s seven (7) Wards, and three (3) At-Large Members. The LR

Cent Committee meets on a quarterly basis to evaluate the spending of the

additional revenue generated by the one (1)-cent sales tax increase approved by

voters in September 2011 that went into effect on January 1, 2012.

LUZA – Local Urban Projects is a program for land redevelopment in areas of

moderate to high density urban land use. Urban renewal may involve relocation

of businesses, the demolition of historic structures, the relocation of people, and

the use of eminent domain (government purchase of property for public use) as a

legal instrument to take private property for city-initiated development projects.

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MBE – Minority Business Enterprise is an American term which is defined as a

business which is at least 51% owned (male and female), operated and

controlled on a daily basis by one or more (in combination) American citizens of

the following ethnic minority classifications: African American, Asian American

(includes West Asian Americans (India etc.) and East Asian Americans (Japan

Korea etc.), Hispanic American – not of the Iberian peninsula and Native

American including Aleuts.

NHSP – Neighborhood Housing Special Project Fund - Section 108 Guaranteed

Loan Program to provide housing and housing assistance to qualifying citizens

and to improve neighborhood infrastructure.

NUSA – Neighborhoods, USA is a national non-profit organization committed to

building and strengthening neighborhood organizations. Created in 1975 to share

information and experiences toward building stronger communities, NUSA now

continues to encourage networking and information sharing to facilitate the

development of partnerships between neighborhood organizations, government

and the private sector.

PIT – Prevention, Intervention and Treatment Programs actively promote

collaborations between public and private organizations, citizen groups, and

other community-based organizations with its youth-oriented programming.

Through a multi-faceted approach, PIT programs seek to reduce crime levels

over time while encouraging the potential of local youth. The wide range of PIT

programming encompasses services for education, health, safety, and

employment for young people.

RFP/RFQ – Request for Proposal is a method of bidding used when there are

subjective qualifications which must be met before you consider pricing. A RFP

gives the buyer a chance to evaluate subjective offerings such as the sellers

approach to a project, references, personnel assigned to the task and history

with similar projects. The City typically uses the Two-Step RFP Method in which

qualifications are submitted in one envelope and evaluated and pricing is

included in another envelope for comparison with those qualified. A RFQ –

Request for Qualifications is a bid where qualifications are all that is submitted

and price is determined by negotiation with the selected vendor.

STF – Short Term Financing accounts for proceeds issued to acquire capital

equipment, building improvements and vehicles for the City.

UALR – University of Arkansas at Little Rock

WBE – Women Business Enterprise – a classification of business enterprises

wherein at least 51% of the business is women owned.

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