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Despite embarking are committed to prioritizing equity and inclusion in on an unconventional path,I'm determined to everything we do. effect positive change and enhance the lives of those around me. I'm thrilled to collaborate with We are also committed to fostering a culture of the dedicated leaders and team at Venues, Parks& sustainability and environmental stewardship. Arts to foster a culture of excellence, resilience,and We recognize the importance of preserving our equity that benefits all. Our collective commitment natural resources for future generations and aim to extends to upholding the core values of our city and minimize our ecological footprint by implementing expanding strategic initiatives for a brighter, more green practices and initiatives.We hope to prosperous future.Though my journey here may contribute to a healthier,more resilient community have been unconventional, it has led me to this new by doing so. beginning,filled with opportunity. We anticipate the opportunity to earn your As we look back on the past year,we would like to continued trust,foster collaborative partnerships, express our sincere gratitude for the unwavering receive your generous philanthropic contr butions, support of our community members, partners, and and welcome your invaluable volunteerism.Your stakeholders.Your trust and engagement empower unwavering support is the foundation we strive to us to push boundaries,explore new avenues for enhance and extend our positive influence within growth and impact,and make a difference. our community and beyond.We look forward to the journey that 2024 holds with great eagerness and We are excited about strengthening our bonds with excitement and aim to make it an extraordinary year the community and deepening our collective impact. of success. Through innovative programs, inclusive events,and1.11 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 meaningful collaborations,we aim to create inclusive spaces and experiences that resonate with individuals of all backgrounds and ages. Filed in Clerk's Office One of our primary objectives for the coming year MAY 0 2024 is to expand access to arts,culture,and recreation JORDAN V. GATHERS opportunities. Everyone in our community should Interim Executive Director Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South Bend, IN Filed in Clerk's Office MAY 1 0 2024 DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Bianca Tirade City Clerk, South Bend, IN POWERED BY: 124 180 2,033 3 FULL-TIME STAFF PART-TIME STAFF VOLUNTEERS INTERNS KEY FIGURES: 82,000+ $2,267,946 33% PEOPLE ATTENDED OUR FREE EVENTS RAISED THROUGH GRANTS& OPERATIONAL ACROSS ALL SIX DISTRICTS PRIVATE DONATIONS COST RECOVERY RECOGNITIONS ,1„11111,1,1111,11111111,11„11,,,111111,,,111,11111„11,1„111111„111111111,,,1111,,,11„11111,111,11„111,,,,11111,,,,,111,,,,111,,,,,1,11111,1„111111,,,1111,1,,,1111,,,1,11,,,,111, „1,1,11,11,1„1,1111,11111,11 tIN UPHOLDING THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND VALUES,VENUES PARKS& ARTS STRIVES TO ENSURE EXCELLENCE,ACCOUNTABILITY, INNOVATION, INCLUSION,& EMPOWERMENT IN EVERYTHING WE DO. Q2023 Community Choice Award Winner-Music/ Q Tree City USA Award received by the Forestry Concert Venue(Morris Performing Arts Center) Department Q2023 Community Choice Award Winner-Wedding rl Tree City Growth Award received by the Venue(Palais Royale) AQ Forestry Department 1) 2023 Community Choice Award Winner-Live Theatre(Morris Performing Arts Center) Ivy Tech HVAC Certifications received by Facility&Grounds Team Members QJon Harrison Training completed across divisions Filed in Clerk's Office MAY 1 0 2024 Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South Bend, IN BUDGET STEWARDED Financial accountability has been the standard of South Bend Venues Parks&Arts. In conjunction with the City's financial policies,we work proactively to utilize women and minority-owned businesses,we employ an equitable cost-recovery policy,and aim to control costs. The financial surplus this year represents encumbered capital expenditures and a replenishing of required operational reserves. • $12,437,304 IN Parks Department Levy 40 $9,622,147 Earned Revenue(breakdown below) • $10,733,834 Capital Bonds/Transfers $43,065,150 $1,446,500 Donations/Grants SOURCES $135,000 General Fund Subsidy OF FUNDS • $73,319,262 Hotel/Motel Tax • $371,103 Other Revenue • $2,032,709 Golf i� $3,187,846 Century Center $9,488,268 -.Ai; • $936,075 Parking EARNED $991,854 Recreation&Events REVENUE $1,810,000 Morris Performing Arts Center/Palais Royale • $664,663 Leases/Management Fees 1T i fin_ • $9,488,268 Parks(Facilities&Grounds) • $4,543,160 Recreation & Events • $4,103,653 Century Center $39,612,584 $12,254,783 Capital Projects USES $2,335,069 Debt Service OF FUNDS • $2,215,416 Golf • $1,413,985 Morris Performing Arts Center/Palais Royale • $1,262,212 Parking $996,038 Management Fees Filed in Clerk's Office DEVELOPMENT MAY 1 0 2024 Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South BuncJ, IN 0 Youth 341 1,807 Scholarships: Families Supported Individuals Impacted Skate it Forward: Families Supported Individuals Impacted 0 Development dollars raised: Development $2,267,945 . Donations • Sponsorships Dollars Raised: Total Rasied . Pledges for our capitalcampaigns(MLK Dream Center,Morris 100) Volunteer Engagement: Number of Volunteer Hours Total Value Earned Volunteers • Community Outreach - Howard 43 2,150 Park Ice Trail: Partner Organizations Free Ice Skate Passes Morris 100 7, OO OO Campaign: Pledge Commitments Secured Total Project Value With City Updates i ' .. } - '- 7 ' .j I 'A‘.0....1.,.,.,.....u4.4,,1.*-,*; y:'.r1 ...1:,-1'..-':'._' ,.,v,„.,..,..,, I,.--:4 0"44,•..4..,:y1.,t ,,:„;I.-_1,.:',L._..—.!.._e..I.,!VT...:.4_.i,r,t- I-.',7,,,'-'. .ii•','''4•4- ,...,..,-,.,,,,._ k". I :'..-,:, ,, . 'tom .. , , ,•R-; 1 a", •11 r._2 .._ _._'_._>,:'. .. e....•1 ,..4. it . . 0 2023 DADDY DAUG ' T`. 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S N Filed in Clerk's OfficE; MAY 1 0 2024 Bianca Tirado SPECIAL EVENTS City Clerk, South Bend, IN OVERVIEW: The special events team is the creative engine behind numerous engaging experiences that happen across South Bend throughout the year.When guests see the VPA brand attached to an event,they have come to expect a high level of detail and professionalism that creates memorable and exciting experiences for all to enjoy.Most notably,2023 saw the return of the historic Ethnic Festival in Fusion Fest.This event welcomed over 35,000 guests and brought together the most important aspects of our community:the people and their rich lives,stories,and cultures. KEY METRICS: 81+ 73,000+ 48 250+ FREE EVENTS FREE EVENT BOOMER COMMUNITY ATTENDEES APPEARANCES PARTNERS FEATURED EVENTS: : • • 2,500+Daddy Daughter and Mom �' Son Dance Attendees ��' • 1,200+Dia de los Muertos,2nd — ' / ' Annual Cultural Concert at the `�_ !� Morris' jl • i \ .0 - • 2,850+Summer Concert Seriesz �-- Attendees` f .� .3 c r r = • 2,000+Fridays by the Fountain k 4. %i F ? F '_ Attendees across 13 concerts' ti "�; to / �� i -7-,--. - i /• 2,000+Back to School Parade • s. girs /A , ' , �t.ti'$ ,, . �jY R �,; ,. Attendees' �>' Ir `. , :% ,w' ,�` ��� • 35,000+Fusion Fest Attendees* .i• 1r�� 1 �F on♦ - , . r11' :::' • 53 Local&Regional Food/Artisan .�� { \\ ITVendors&54 Stage Performers ' :'�` ��i �4- •* M� Featured at Fusion Fest • 1-3 � s^ 1 lit.. `-r,— AAsterisk used to indicate free events * . t \\,," U 2023 FUSION FEST AT HOWARD PARK Filed in Clerk's Office RECREATION, PROGRAMING & L,»7 10 2094 COMMUNITY INITIATIVES City ianca Tirado Cle k, South Bend, IN OVERVIEW: In the heart of our department,the Programming,Recreation,and Community Initiatives teams converge to weave a tapestry of diverse programs and initiatives.The Programming Division sparks creativity,Recreation fosters vitality, and the Community Initiatives Team infuses purpose,crafting experiences that empower our community.Together,this collaboration is dedicated to inspiring personal and collective growth. 105,581 39,311 FITNESS MEMBERSHIP VISITS ICE SKATERS 22,044 9,744 BYERS SOFTBALL PARTICIPANTS RIDES DOWN THE EAST RACE WATERWAY 8,277 7,143 KENNEDY WATER PLAYGROUND VISITORS VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAMMING ATTENDEES 3,000+ 4,126 REAL SERVICES MEALS SERVED YOUTH BASKETBALL PARTICIPANTS 10 1,000+ SOUTH BEND ALIVE GRANTEES YOUTH CAMP ATTENDEES SUMMARY: • Utilization of Community Spaces:With 42+ community spaces utilized,our programs extend beyond • Extensive Community Reach:Over 70,000 traditional settings,creating accessible and inclusive Participants have directly benefited from our environments that cater to a broad audience across various diverse range of programs,initiatives,and neighborhoods. activities,fostering widespread community engagement and participation. • Diverse Program Offerings:Offering 56+programs reflect our dedication to catering to diverse interests and needs within • Robust Network of Partnerships:Collaborating the community,ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive with 46+community partners showcase our approach to personal and communal development. commitment to building meaningful relationships,amplifying our collective impact, • Catalyzing Positive Change:The cumulative impact of our and leveraging resources for the betterment of programs extends beyond numbers,catalyzing positive the community. change by enlightening minds,fostering a sense of belonging, and empowering individuals with the tools and experiences necessary for personal and collective growth. 11 1.1 v410 '"'" . 101 041 Ogilill . 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The.Martin Luther King,Jr.Dream Center construction is 2023 NRPA ENGAGEMENT REPORT on tracg to finish by Spring of 2025. Filed in Clerk's Office i'','!.Y 1 0 20?4 Bianca Tirado GOLF City Clerk, South Bend, IN KEY METRICS: 7% 69,000+ 73,000+ 330+ INCREASE IN GOLF ROUNDS OF GOLF TOTAL VISITORS GOLFERS AT FREE MEMBERSHIP SALES PLAYED EVENTS COURSE IMPROVEMENTS: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: • New Laminate Floors at Elbel Golf Shop • 3,000+Kids Play Free Program(20%Increase) • Painted Exterior at Maintenance Building at Elbel • 847 Kids Play Free Memberships • 40+Golf Outings • First Tee Program At Studebaker Golf Course PGA Junior League • Metro Tournaments 750 Rounds Played • Tee Times with South Bend Community School Corp,South Bend Firefighters,and IHSAA Golf '' .; 1 .+r N •S a` ,b \\ \ f• tr5r .,t r aLLktla 3. • b., pi,. 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City Clerk, South Bend, IN - 'l UZIMA!Drum and Dance Company engaging 2023 Fusion Fest guests in an interactive drum '$:'``�- ' and dance demonstration. �;��tit 4,r., IMPACT DRIVERS Our commitment to social equity is evident through initiatives such as the Youth Scholarship Program and Skate-It-Forward,which have directly impacted 341 families and engaged 128 families and 681 individuals, respectively.The distribution of over 2,150 free ice skate passes to 43 partner organizations emphasizes our dedication to inclusivity,allowing families from diverse backgrounds to participate in recreational activities. Additionally,our Violence Prevention Programming reached 7,143 students,contributing to community safety, and supporting South Bend Alive Grantees further enhances local initiatives. HEALTH & WELLNESS Venues Parks&Arts significantly contributes to community health and wellness with over 105,000 fitness center visits and a diverse range of classes offered.Ice skating at Howard Park Ice Trail&Pond attracted 39,311 participants,and active sports such as softball and basketball engaged 22,044 and 4,126 participants, respectively. Furthermore,the provision of over 3,000 meals by Real Services addressed nutritional needs, while the violence prevention programming supported the overall well-being of 7,143 students. NEIGHBORHOOD & ECONOMIC IMPACT Our impact on the neighborhood and economy is substantial,with cultural venues like the Morris Performing Arts Center attracting regional and national world-class performances.Softball participation,totaling 22,044, and 9,744 East Race rides contribute to community involvement and tourism, respectively. Neighborhood improvements include the Boehm Pickleball Court installation;basketball court improvements at Boland, Brownfield, Keller,St.Clair and Voorde Park;tennis court improvements at Boehm,Boland,Coquillard, Keller, and Voorde Park;and pickleball court improvements at Boehm,Boland, Coquillard,Keller,and Voorde Park. Having accessible,safe athletic courts in our neighborhood parks is an important part of building strong,lively communities,and our team is committed to investing in these spaces. ECOLOGICAL STEWARDSHIP Staying engaged in ecological stewardship through various initiatives is an integral role of Venues Parks&Arts. This year,we conducted 384 playground inspections,watered/planted 3,353 trees,and treated/removed 1,041 trees,emphasizing our commitment to green spaces.Additionally,accolades like the Tree City USA and Growth Awards recognize our dedication to urban forestry,and our Ecological Advisory Committee(EAC) highlight our emphasis on sustainable practices.The EAC is dedicated to matters concerning the perpetuation of a healthy ecological system within the parks and public lands of South Bend.This year,they accomplished this objective by managing sensitive natural zones,removing invasive plant species on our river banks and Memorial Park,planting native plant species,and recommending changes that will positively impact our ecosystem.These recommendations resulted in LED light installations at O'Brien Skate Park and Boehm Park. Filed in Clerk's Office MAY 1 0 2021 nc City ClerkBia,Saouth BTiradoend, IN Filed in Clerk's Office HAY 1 0 2024 OVERALL IMPACT Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South Bend, IN The cumulative impact across social equity, health and wellness, neighborhood and economic impact, and ecological stewardship is a testament to our commitment to fostering a vibrant,inclusive, and sustainable community.We know that when our programs,events, initiatives, and public spaces and places accomplish all four of our impact divers we have fulfilled our mission to inspire a more livable South Bend for all,connecting us to engaging experiences and to one another and hit the "sweet spot". HEALTH SWEET ECOLOGICAL - & WELLNESS SPOT ` STEWARDSHIP NEIGHBORHOOD & ECONOMIC IMPACT 11--4ril.1 �I <A 0 0 z f� - Z � kf zc \2 = 1 Ak \ V) � �� — \ \\ >1 N / ± NO < ® = > @ / 2 / / z - ? = a / \ ®/.£ C/fix k = I- -0 c` ' 4�\ ¥ & Z 2 e �/ . ✓ % / < Lil , z � : 'Pit ` 0 � -\ 7 2 \ \ \ �\ IV. /� / .�= q` jj ) ! 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