HomeMy WebLinkAboutSS2 - Public Outreach Communication PlanIntroduction
The City of Newport Beach created its public information office in 2001 and developed its first
communication plan the following year. In the past seven years, City staff has made concerted
efforts to carry out that plan and communicate effectively with its residents, businesses and
visitors. With a number of high - profile projects and issues underway, the City recently identified
the need to be more strategic in its outreach efforts and to implement a new communication plan
to improve both internal and external communication. In 2007 and again in 2008, the Newport
Beach City Council made enhancing communication with residents one of its top priorities for
the year.
Why the City Needs to Enhance Communication Efforts
During this same time period, the City Council and staff initiated an organizational improvement
effort with a survey to assess resident satisfaction with the services it provides. The City retained
ETC Institute of Olathe, Kansas, to create and conduct the survey by both mail and phone. ETC
selected a random sample of 1,800 households to survey to gain the 600 completed surveys
needed to produce a statistically valid sample ( +/ -3.7% at the 95% confidence level). Ultimately,
718 valid surveys were received and tabulated.
Ninety-eight percent (98 %) of residents felt Newport Beach was a "good" or "excellent' ' place to
live. Eighty -eight percent (88 %) of the residents who had opinions rated the quality of life in
Newport Beach as "excellent" or "good" and 87% were positive about the quality of City
services offered. Obviously, the survey results were very good and only a few City services were
identified as needing improvement. Communication was among the services that received
average ratings.
The survey results measured satisfaction levels with existing communication efforts and what
sources residents use to obtain information about the City.
Sixty -five percent (65 %) of respondents
were satisfied or very satisfied with the
City's efforts to keep them informed. This
rating is low in comparison to the rating
received by other City services. When
asked about specific communication tools:
62% were satisfied with information
from the City Manager's newsletter
52% were satisfied with the City
Web site
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• 51% percent were satisfied with information about how tax dollars are spent.
The survey also measured what communication options survey respondents use to get
information about the City. The primary source for information was local newspapers (76 %)
followed by the City Manager's newsletter (46 %) and regional newspapers (36 %).
Sources of Information Residents Currently Get
lnformafion About the City
The data collected was
instrumental in drafting this plan
and in establishing the short-term
objectives identified in the City
Council's 2008 Communication
Priority (please see Appendix A).
What This Plan Provides
The following pages outline a
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better, augment those resources
where needed, and communicate with specific audiences using a variety of communication
methods and tools.
The City of Newport Beach has a dedicated staff that provides excellent customer service and an
engaged community that expects its City to provide high- quality services. This plan will
facilitate better internal and external communication and help the organization to share
information, listen to its community and respond in an effective and efficient manner.
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Goal
Communicate proactively, consistently and effectively using a variety of communication tools to
share key messages and information and facilitate two -way communication between the City of
Newport Beach and its residents, businesses and visitors.
Target Publics I Audiences
Primary:
• Newport Beach Residents
• Community -based Organizations (homeowner associations, yacht clubs, service
organizations)
• Local and Regional News Media
• City Employees
• City Boards, Committees, Commissions
• Newport Beach Business Owners
Secondary:
• County, State and Federal Elected Officials
• Other Local Public Agencies
• Visitors
• Potential Businesses or Residents
• Residents of Surrounding Communities
Objectives (All objectives are through December 2009)
• Increase overall customer satisfaction with the City's efforts to keep residents informed.
• Increase awareness, understanding and participation of Newport Beach residents and
businesses in City programs, projects and issues.
• Increase the amount of accurate, balanced media coverage of City news and events
• Increase customer satisfaction with the City's communication tools including its Web site
and NBTV by enhancing and expanding content.
• Minimize rumors and misinformation about City policies, projects and programs by
communicating proactively, consistently and clearly with target audiences.
• Increase awareness and understanding among City employees of the goals and activities
of the City of Newport Beach.
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Strategies
• Engage target audiences in the communication process by using interactive tools and
techniques to share information and gather feedback.
• Enhance existing and develop new communication materials and channels that provide
timely, trustworthy information about City policies, programs and projects.
• Create and implement a community outreach program to provide proactive, timely
information about significant projects to residents and businesses.
• Develop policies and procedures to ensure quality and consistency throughout City
communication materials and activities.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the news media to obtain accurate
and balanced media coverage of City programs and projects.
• Produce key messages to effectively communicate the City's programs, projects and
activities.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to measure satisfaction with, and the
effectiveness of, the City's communication efforts.
Tactics / Activities
• Web site - Improve and expand the content and navigation of the City's Web site.
The City of Newport Beach has a Web site at www.city.newport- beach.ca.us that
contains information about City officials, projects and programs. Funding has been
proposed for the FY 08 -09 budget to redesign the site in order to expand content, enhance
users' ability to locate information, and increase visitors to the site. Content management
software will be included to enable each department to provide more extensive content
and timely updates.
Timeline: Initial changes incorporated by Apri l 15, 2008.
Issue Request for Proposals, retain consultant by October 2008.*
New Web site designed and operational by July 1, 2009.
Bud et: $80,000 — 100,000*
NBTV and Bulletin Board - Develop quality programs focused on City projects,
programs and local events and activities of interest to the Newport Beach community.
The City of Newport Beach assumed operations for Time Warner Channel 3 and Cox
Channels 30 & 852 in April 2007 and oversees all programming and scheduling on these
channels.
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NBTV produces 14 original programs, airs City Council and special meetings, and
regularly updates content on the station's bulletin board. NBTV programming and City
Council meetings are also shown through the City Web site. Program content will be
evaluated and adjusted to incorporate and align with City priorities and to encourage
wider viewership among the estimated 25,000 cable subscribers in the City and Web site
visitors. Short public service announcements to highlight City programs and projects will
also be produced. A list of current NBTV Programs is included in Appendix B.
Timeline: Evaluate the number and content of NBTV programs by March 15, 2008.
Incorporate initial program enhancements by April 15, 2008.
Continue to monitor programming and enhance content through December
2009.
Budget: Currently $300 per 30- minute program (includes one camera / operator, staff
time to tape, edit and produce program).
Communication Policy — Create and present a policy for City Council review and
adoption that incorporates standards and guidelines for media relations, NBTV and the
City Web site(s)_
The City's existing media relations policy is outdated and needs to be revised. Rather
than solely update that document, a new comprehensive communication policy will be
drafted to include updates to the media relations policy and add new policies for the City
Web site and NBTV. The policy will help to ensure consistency in the City's
communication efforts and provide guidelines for media relations activities,
programming for NBTV (a government access channel), and content for the City Web
site.
Timeline: Develop policy and present to City Council by June 30, 2008.
Budget: $0
• Capital Project Outreach Process - Create a standardized, community outreach
process for capital projects to be implemented by the Public Works Department.
All of the City's large or capital projects involve a community outreach component. This
new, step -by -step process will include guidelines for effectively using a variety of
communication methods and tools (community meetings, news releases, newsletter
articles, NBTV programs, Web pages) and include timelines for communicating in
advance of and during projects.
Timeline: Create and implement process by June 1, 2008
Budge : $0
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• City Manager Resident Newsletter —Increase the number of issues distributed each
year of the City Manager's Resident Newsletter.
The City Manager's Resident Newsletter provides updates and information about City
projects and programs. It was the highest- rated, City - generated communication tool
measured in the Customer Satisfaction Survey. No formatting or content changes are
suggested. A new production schedule has been created and the newsletter will be
distributed more frequently, with a goal of eight issues per calendar year.
Timeline: Distribute 8 issues (one issue, every 6 — 8 weeks) through December 31,
2008. Repeat distribution schedule in 2009.
Budget: $17,000 per issue (includes printing and mailing)
• Staff Communication Committee - Oversee and coordinate meetings of the Staff
Communication Committee.
A new committee, comprised of one representative of each City department, was formed
in February 2008 to help improve internal communication and better coordinate external
communication. The members meet monthly to share information about upcoming
projects, emerging issues and identify ways to enhance the City's communication tools
and processes.
Timeline: Organize monthly committee meetings through December 2008.
Continue regular committee meetings through December 2009.
Budget: $0
• SelectAlert - Promote and Increase subscriptions to SelectAlert.
This service, part of the City's e- onlineservices program, was introduced by the
Administrative Services Department / IT Division several years ago. The SelectAlert
component of the program enables customers to subscribe to specific categories of
information about the City. The customer is then notified by e-mail or phone each time
the City releases new information about the topic(s) of interest. To date, this component
of the system has been underutilized by both the community and staff. The program will
be aggressively promoted to encourage increased usage by residents and businesses.
Virtual FAQ's (949 -644 -3211) is another component of the e- onlineservices program.
This automated telephone and Web service provides information about City programs
and services to customers 24 hours / day, seven days / week. This component will also
be promoted and departments will be reminded to update messages as needed.
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Timeline: Increase residential subscriptions to SelectAlert by 10% by June 1, 2008.
Promote & increase subscriptions an additional 25% by December 31, 2008.
Continue to increase staff usage and customer subscriptions through
December 2009.
Budge : $0 - $5,000* (advertising in Daily Pilot, print and enclose billing insert)
News Releases / "News Center" — Provide information, both proactively and in
response to inquiries, to members of the news media.
The City's Public Information Manager and the designated departmental Public
Information Officers produce and distribute newsworthy information to print and
broadcast news outlets.
To provide reporters easier, 24/7 access to information, a new section of the Web site - a
"News Center" - will contain all news releases, media contact information, and general
information about the City.
Timeline: Complete News Center by July 30, 2008.
Continue to issue news releases and provide timely information through
December 2009.
Bud et: $0
City Meetings and Events Calendar — Implement a centralized calendar of Citywide
events and meetings.
The City has utilized a software program for listing public meetings and several
departments maintain their own event calendars. There is a need to update that software
and better coordinate and centralize this information for easier community and media
access.
Timeline: Purchase and implement new software by July 30, 2008.
Update calendar regularly through December 2009.
Budge : $3,000 (unbudgeted in current fiscal year)
• Communication Support - Provide outreach and public relations assistance to City
departments to facilitate communication with the community and identity potential issues.
The City has a number of important issues and large projects planned or underway (i.e.,
John Wayne Airport, water quality and conservation, City Hall & Park design). The
public information manager and public information officer are available to assist City
departments with communication planning and programming.
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Timeline: Ongoing/ As- needed
Budget: $0
Graphics Standards / Style Guide- Develop standards for graphic and written
information distributed by the City of Newport Beach.
It's important for all printed and electronic communication produced by the City to be
consistent in format and appearance to enable the community to easily identify
communication from the City of Newport Beach. New graphic standards and a style
guide will be created and implemented to ensure a unified, professional image is
presented to the community.
Timeline: Create and implement graphic standards by December 31, 2008.
Create and implement a City style guide by June 30, 2009.
Budget: $5,000
Communication Research & Evaluation — Utilize formal and informal research
methods to gather customer input and determine the effectiveness of City's
communication efforts.
Effective communication programs should include measurable processes and results. The
City may elect to conduct formal research such as re- surveying the community about
customer satisfaction or surveying residents specifically about its communication
program. In lieu of formal evaluation, the following sources / methods can be used to
monitor progress in meeting the plan's objectives:
-News Clipping / Monitoring
- Public Comment
-Web site and SelectAlert Usage
- Customer Complaint Monitoring
- Council and Staff Review.
Timeline: On -going / As- needed
Budget: TBD
Internal Communication —Improve the frequency of and identify new methods for,
communicating with employees.
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As ambassadors to the community, City employees need to be kept well - informed about
the goals and priorities of the organization. In addition to departmental meetings, the City
traditionally communicated with its employees by attaching flyers and memos to
paychecks. With the new paperless paycheck system, this method of internal
communication is no longer an option. More extensive use of the intranet, e-mail and
departmental meetings and bulletin boards will be emphasized to ensure that accurate,
timely information is provided to all employees.
Timeline: On -going
Budget: $0 (utilize existing technology and resources)
Key Messages
The City of Newport Beach is:
• Fiscally conservative and financially responsible
• Open and honest in its communication with the public
• Committed to efficient, high- quality service
• Responsive to customer concerns
• Dedicated to upholding the community's vision for Newport Beach as expressed in the
General Plan Vision Statement (Appendix Q.
Key messages, specific to City programs and projects, will be developed and communicated
using a variety of tools and channels to provide accurate and consistent information to the
various audiences served by the City of Newport Beach.
Research
The following sources were used to gather the information needed to fonnulate this plan:
• 2007 Customer Satisfaction Survey
• City Council Member interviews
• Staff Communication Committee surveys
• Review of existing communication methods and materials.
Appendix
A. 2008 Council Priority - Communication
B. NBTV Programs
C. General Plan — Vision Statement
*Pending approval of FY '08 -09 budget
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APPENDIX A
COUNCIL PRIORITY - IMPLEMENT AN EFFECTIVE
COMMUNICATION PLAN WHICH UTILIZES VARIOUS
COMMUNICATION TOOLS TO PROVIDE CURRENT
INFORMATION TO OUR RESIDENTS
1. Hire a Public Information Manager to develop and oversee a comprehensive City
communication program. This was accomplished on January 7, 2008, when Tara
Finnigan reported to work.
2. Update the City's existing Communication Plan by working with the Council
Communication Committee and City Council, and by presenting a recommended
update to the existing plan to Council by April 220.
3. Work with the City Manager to complete and distribute a minimum of eight issues of
the City Manager's newsletter to the community by December 31, 2008.
4. Evaluate the number and content of NBIV programs by March 15'" and start
incorporating program enhancements by April 15`".
5. Begin improving and expanding the content of the City's Web site by March 315' and
continue making improvements through December 31".
6. Create a community outreach process for capital projects to be implemented by the
Public Works Department by June 1st.
7. Increase residential subscriptions to E- SelectAlert by 10 percent by June 1S`
8. Create and implement a new Council Communications Policy by June 30t" that
includes an updated media policy and incorporates new Web and NBTV policies.
9. Oversee and coordinate a staff communication committee composed of employees
in all departments who distribute information to the media and the community by
meeting with the committee each month, starting in February.
Fiscal Implications: The Public Information Manager will need the budget to implement
the expanded and improved communications methods that will be required to meet this
Council priority. The cost of this will become known in several months when the
Communications Policy recommendations are produced.
Needed Resources: The City now has two full -time people dedicated to the
communication division of the City. The City Manager believes that is adequate;
however, these positions will need to be focused on those issues which have the
greatest importance to the community and utilize those communication methods which
have the greatest effectiveness.
APPENDIX B
The Newport Channel — NBTV
Programming
April 2008
City Scenes
Coverage of special events, people and places in and around the City involving our citizens and
businesses and allows promotion of joint partnerships/co- sponsorships between the City and
different non - profit organizations informing viewers of how to get involved in our community.
From The Mayor's Corner
Provides information on issues of interest to the community during one -on -one with the City's
Mayor.
Heart of the Harbor
Perhaps our City's most valuable resource is the waterway in and around the harbor and on into
the Upper Bay. Join Harbor Resources officials as they examine all the aspects of living an urban
lifestyle mixed with water.
Look at the Library
Hosted by Library Assistant Mara Cota, the City's wide spectrum of library services, resources
and activities are explored and explained while visiting the different library branch locations.
Pages from the Past
In 2005, in preparation for the City of Newport Beach's Centennial Celebration the following
year, City history began to be captured and preserved by NBTV. Local historian Gay Wassall-
Kelly hosts this program on little known facts and revealing memories discovered about long ago
times in interviews with long -time residents.
Pick -A -Pet
Hosted for almost a decade by Newport Beach Police Department Animal Control Officer Jamye
Rogers, this is the longest running program on NBTV. Dogs, cats, birds, snakes, rabbits and
many more animals needing homes all have the opportunity to be adopted via a city program
which provides longer care at the shelter for animals giving them a greater opportunity to be
adopted.
Profiles of Government
Features detailed operations of City staff and departments in their daily functions as they keep
City services running smoothly and consistently. Provides a means of informing our community
of the nuts and bolts and the complexity of keeping this highest level of public service for which
Newport Beach is known.
NBTVProgramming, Continued
Speak Up Newport
Speak Up Newport (SUN) is a non - profit organization providing a forum for issues facing the
City of Newport Beach. This half hour program allows public officials as well as volunteer
organizations the opportunity to present public information with a balanced and open discussion
agenda.
Time for Tales
Hosted by Mara Cota and other Library Services personnel, this program features stories and
activities suitable for reading to pre - schoolers. Stories provide toddler entertainment and parents
learn more about library services. Taped on site at the main library, it features 3 -4 children's
books and a hands -on craft project.
Timeless Treasures
Newport Beach culture, including music, painting, theater and museum arts is featured in this
quarterly produced program. As our City matures, there are hidden treasures and pieces of
culture to be uncovered and this program seeks those timeless treasures for all to enjoy.
Waterwise
Hosted by Code and Water Quality Division Manager John Kappeler, this program presents
ways for our community to be wise about conserving and disposing of water properly down the
storm drains which go directly into our ocean and bay. Helpful hints and in -depth interviews are
provided on becoming more water wise.
Fire & Lifeguard "Rescue NB" and Public Safety -Police New Programs!
This new program, hosted alternately by Public Information Officers Jennifer Shulz and Sgt.
Evan Sailor, features public safety staff, programs & events in and around our City.
Live, Learn and Play - New Program!
The Recreation and Senior Services Department's Scott Williamson and City employees host this
new program that spotlights special places and activities available to the community. This year,
the program will provide a tour of City parks, feature sports and special events, and cover the
OASIS groundbreaking.
Vision Statement
VISION
Newport Beach General Plan
The following describes the City's desired end state and what the community hopes to have achieved
by 2025. The GPAC played an instrumental role in wafting this vision statement through a series of
discussions and revisions, drawing upon public feedback from the Visioning activities. The statement
is intended to be a retrospective view of out community by an observer in the year 2025, to cite the
City's achievements as a result of our current "vision."
COMMUNITY CHARACTER
We have preserved and enhanced our character as a beautiful, unique residential community with
diverse coastal and upland neighborhoods. We value our colorful past, the high quality of life, and our
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Vision Statement
community bonds. The successful balancing of
the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors
has been accomplished with the recognition that
Newport Beach is primarily a residential
community.
GROWTH STRATEGY, LAND
USE, AND DEVELOPMENT
We have a conservative growth strategy that
emphasizes residents' quality of life —a strategy
that balances the needs of 'the various
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constituencies and that cherishes and nurtures our estuaries, harbor, beaches, open spaces, and natural
resources. Development and revitalization decisions are well conceived and beneficial to both the
economy and our character. There is a range of housing opportunities that allows people to live and
work in the City.
Design principles emphasize characteristics that satisfy the community's desire for the maintenance of
its particular neighborhoods and villages. Public view areas are protected_ Trees and landscaping are
enhanced and preserved.
Newport Beach General Plan
Vision Statement
A HEALTHY NATURAL
ENVIRONMENT
Protection of environmental quality is a high
priority. We preserve our open space
resources. We maintain access to and visibility
of our beaches, parks, preserves, harbor, and
estuaries. The ocean, bay, and estuaries are
flourishing ecosystems with high water quality
standards.
EFFICIENT AND SAFE CIRCULATION
Traffic flows smoothly throughout the community. The transportation and circulation system is safe
and convenient for automobiles and public transportation, and friendly to pedestrians and bicycles.
Public parking facilities are well planned for residents and visitors.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
We provide parks, art and cultural facilities, libraties,
and educational programs directly and through
cooperation among diverse entities. The City
facilitates or encourages access to high - quality health
care and essential social services. Newport Beach is
noted for its excellent schools and is a premier
location for hands -on educational experiences in the
natural sciences.
Our streets are safe and clean. Public safety services
are responsive, and amongst the best in the nation.
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RECREATION
OPPORTUNITIES
Newport Beach attracts visitors with its harbor,
beaches, restaurants, and shopping. We are a
residential and recreational seaside community
willing and eager to share its natural resources
with visitors without diminishing these
irreplaceable assets in order to share them.
We have outdoor recreation space for active
local and tourist populations that highlight the
City's environmental assets as well as indoor
facilities for recreation and socializing. Coastal
Vision Statement
Facilities include pedestrian and aquatic �• }Iq� � '� `- �, � '
opportunities.
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BOATING AND
WATERWAYS
We are recognized as a premier recreational
boating harbor. We have maintained a
hospitable, navigable pleasure boating harbor in
the lower bay through careful, low- density, non -
intrusive on -shore development, by regularly
dredging navigation and berthing /mooring areas,
and by providing adequate access to the water -
and vessel - related servicing facilities. The upper
bay retains an unencumbered shoreline and its
waterways are maintained free of sediment and
debris.
AIRPORT
We remain united in our efforts to control and contain noise, air, and traffic pollution associated with
operation of the John Wayne Airport QWA). Our City government vigorously and wisely uses the
political process to control the impact of JWA on our community. This has resulted in a level of JWA
operations that preserves our unique charactcr and land values.
RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT
officials and City staff listen and respond to the interests of residents and the business
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Communication Plan
Background
Council Priority - 2007 & 2008
Implement an effective communication plan
which utilizes various communication tools to
provide current information to our residents.
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The information from City Manager's newsletter
The City's website
Information about how your tax dollars are spent
Quality of the City's NBTV programming
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Goal
Communicate proactively, consistently
and effectively using a variety of
communication tools to share key
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businesses and visitors.
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Target Audiences
Primary
Residents
Community -based
Organizations
Secondary
County, State and Federal
Elected Officials
Other Public Agencies
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J City Employees J Potential Businesses or
City Boards, Committees, Residents
Commissions Residents of Surrounding
J Business Owners Communities
objectives
Increase overall customer satisfaction with the
City's efforts to keep residents informed.
Increase awareness, understanding and
of Newport Beach residents and
participation
businesses in
City programs, projects and issues.
Increase the amount of accurate, balanced
media coverage of City news and events.
Objectives, Contd.
Increase customer satisfaction with the City's
communication tools including its Web site and
N BTV .
Minimize rumors & misinformation about City
policies, projects & programs by communicating
proactively, consistently and clearly.
Increase awareness & understanding among
employees of the goals and activities of the City
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Engage target audiences in the communication
process by using interactive tools and techniques to
share information and gather feedback.
Enhance existing & develop communication
materials and channels that provide timely,
trustworthy information about City policies,
programs and projects.
Create & implement a community outreach program
to provide proactive, timely information about
significant projects.
Strategies, Contd.
Develop policies & procedures to ensure quality and
consistency throughout communication materials &
activities.
Develop & maintain good working relationships with
members of the news media.
Produce key messages to effectively communicate
programs, projects & activities.
Utilize qualitative & quantitative research methods
to measure program satisfaction & effectiveness.
Activities
Web site - Improve and expand content &
na vigation
NBTV and Bulletin Board - Develop quality
programs on City projects, programs, events
Communication Policy - Create & present a
media relations, NB TV and Web site policy
Capital Project Outreach Process - Create a
standardized, community outreach process
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Activities, Contd.
City Manager Resident Newsletter - Increase
number of issues distributed
Staff Communication Committee - Oversee &
coordinate monthly meetings
SelectAlert - Promote service & increase
subscriptions
News Releases / "News
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inquiries
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City Meeting and Events Calendar - Implement a
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Communication Support -Assist City
departments with programs & projects
Graphics Standards / Style Guide - Develop
standards for information distributed
Communication Research & Evaluation - Gather
& determine effectiveness
Internal / Employee Communication - Improve
frequency & identify new methods
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Key Messages
The City of Newport Beach is:
Fiscally conservative & financially responsible
Open & honest in its communication
Committed to efficient, high - quality service
Responsive to customer concerns
Dedicated to upholding the community s vision
expressed in the General Plan Vision Statement
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Timeline & Program Budget
.January 2008 - December 2009
Two- Year Plan, Spans Three Fiscal Years
Estimated Program Budget*
One -time costs - approx. $108K
Recurring costs - approx. $2081(/ year
*Pending budget approval
City of Newport Beach
2008 -2009
Communication Plan