American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposal. I would urge the committee to support endeavors which benefit all, or as many residents as possible AND which do not encroach upon the individual's right to make choices about their health. Health is a personal responsibility, not a governmental one.

Please prioritize our water. Water is an essential need for everyone.

What the city should work on is getting all alleys paved with concrete. The tar paving is a joke. Grating is not working either. Also put more money and teeth into code enforcement too many weed infested yards. Also there are too many dead trees on private property

Does this money have to be spent immediately? I think that it is irresponsible to spend just because it was given to you. If you can make a case for throwing it at the homeless then surely you can make a case for paying down some debt thus freeing up money to do other things including helping the homeless, but try to find a new way to help those who actually want help. Billions have been spent in the metro area and the problem is worse now than it was 10 years ago,the economy has been booming we can’t blame COVID , we can’t blame a lack of jobs, and we can’t blame the economy. We can only blame ourselves for making it too easy to fly a “GOOD BLESS” sign on every corner and collect cash to support their habit while receiving free food housing and clothing. I know this sounds like a rant but everything I’ve seen tried has failed miserably and cost the taxpayers billions and only made it easier for the homeless to remain homeless. Look into a program like Step Denver that uses no government money and turns out formerly homeless people able to function in society and live a productive life but they demand SOBRIETY AND HARD WORK. without that we are enabling instead of helping

Hello, my family has seen that none of the Englewood Facilities offer charging stations for electric type vehicles. This grant may be the best opportunity to start working towards green energy and sustainability. With government mandates and the rollout of the reduction in fossil fuels to include vehicles being sold only in electric models NOW is the time to invest.

I think the most beneficial thing for Englewood and Colorado would be to push for all new buildings to be required to have solar and to assist all residents interested in alternative renewable sources of energy in getting them. This would lower or eliminate their energy bill expense as well as lower the petroleum dependancy aligning with a more environmentally friendly as well as more enabling or community to be more self sufficient. I also think it would be great to push for the legalization of hemp production in Englewood and in the rest of Colorado as that would revolutionize the oil industry here and stimulate the local economy as well as being more environmentally friendly. It's be a win win for everyone and we gotta move past the outdated idea of throwing money at problems. Sometimes it's about working smarter not harder.

You want to add all of these new apartment buildings all over the city which means adding more cars to our streets then you better focus on the infrastructure!
Don’t waste money on “incentives “ for the vaccine!
Do something to help our homeless! I know some are homeless by choice but the ones that aren’t there by choice, something can certainly be done to help them get back on their feet and get in a job and living quarters.

Use the money wisely. Don't act like kids in a candy store, with twenty dollars in their pockets...

All of Dartmouth from Santa Fe to Zuni both ways needs quality to repave with some much-needed repairs to the bridge over the Platte River. What I fear most of all is, this money being misappropriated and, unwisely spent.

Fix the pothole for making a right turn off of 285 north onto S Logan Street. It gets patched a lot and as soon as it rains/snow melt it reappears.

Other items to consider: burying power lines and paving alleys.

The list of ideas does not match the survey. Please also elaborate on what each of these ideas includes in that cost.

I grew up and still live in Englewood (56 years) The Water is horrible, Not just to drink but on appliances too. I have Hot water heat and have to replace valve zones EVERY YEAR! It is expensive! Dishwashers and Clothes Washers last MAYBE 4 years. Hot Water heaters don't have a chance. I filter my water before I will give it to my pets and Double filter it before I would EVER think about drinking it... and Englewood just wants to throw Money at it. Crime is so bad compared to any time I remember. The Englewood Fire Department doesn't exist, the schools historically lag behind others in the Metro area and yet my taxes continue to go up. Englewood is Rapidly becomming a place that is too dangerous and expensive to live in.

Hi,
I think that all of the 'infrastructure' items should rank at the top of the list. They will bring the most long-term benefit to Englewood. From water/sewer, to bike lanes and sidewalks - Englewood has a lot of work that needs to be done. The sooner we can make Englewood a vibrant, walkable, bikeable community, the better it will be for local businesses and future local businesses. I also support any and all traffic calming measures! The ARPA money seems like a great way to get a headstart on the timeline for infrastructure projects.
Thanks,
Ben

Please do not invest in job training. Study after study shows that isn't effective. Instead of giving money to individuals or businesses, offer work opportunities to those who need it most. And don't pay for people to vaccinate; it's a slap in the face to those who already have. and an insult to the world's population begging for a vaccine. Make things like water bills dependent on usage; cut the fixed part of the bill to zero and raise the rate on those using the most. And, frankly, no one should have non-essential employees. Everyone is essential.

Last summer the owner of a small business in Englewood (where I worked) gave my job to a retired person who works for free and I was forced into retirement. The past two exponentially high tax increases coupled with the jump in water prices and associated water projects are an equally large burden to the residents, particularly the residents on fixed incomes. Ideally I would like the entire water/sewer project paid for with federal dollars thereby removing the burden from the citizens. Covid has created a cascade of problems and everyday day folks are being squeezed to a near breaking point. Financial aid in any form can not be discussed enough. I would also like Code Enforcement to be reinstated to it's original and fullest purpose. Beyond that, I don't know.

Hello! People live in Englewood because they want a small city life, NOT a suburban one. Please prioritize urban community aspects like walkability, bikeability, local business, and safe community gathering spaces. Everyone moving here and contributing to your tax base cares about these things above all else.

Please post this survey On ND for further reach! Thank you

Hi! I think, if possible, using the funds toward burying power lines would not only create a safer city (less downed lines or power outages, especially during winter/spring storms), but also make it so much nicer aesthetically which would increase property values for everyone (see Fort Collins as a great example!) This would be my #1 priority.

Recovery for small businesses in Englewood and increased income for the employees. As a retired couple, we have found it more difficult to figure out how to manage basics like food, healthcare, medicine, and finding safe and secure assistance with small things. We do not have savings and have our basic income. When inquiring about resources it is difficult to actually get access. The proposals are all necessary. Thanks for allowing the community to share input.

I appreciate that Englewood is working with residents to prioritize spending. Innovative! Keep it up.