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The City is committed to equity, inclusion, and access to opportunity for all residents with a focus on civic engagement, equitable access to City services, poverty prevention, and environmental justice. Civic II[;;liirm iirn ein-t The City's Strategic Plan and budgeting processes involve multiple avenues for resident engagement and input, including our annual Resident Satisfaction Survey and several public hearings and presentations related to the annual budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Budget and Management Services (BMS) intentionally and directly attempts to engage all residents, including traditionally underrepresented groups, through inclusive, context - sensitive, and transparent decision - making processes. In 2017, BMS started utilizing a budget prioritization tool and received feedback from over 2,100 residents. lf;; iin d ii iinm g 11 lornelessness fair Veterans Residents are invited to serve on 24 boards, committees, and commissions that address various aspects of Durham's quality of life, including environmental affairs, preserving open spaces and trails, historic preservation, and transportation choices. The City Clerk's Office accepts applications year round for vacant positions appointed by the Durham City Council. To learn more, visit: durhamnc_goyLB34 or call 919 - 560 -4166. Following a two -year effort to help disabled veterans who have been homeless for a year or more, Durham has been recognized by the federal government for effectively ending chronic veteran homelessness. This achievement was made possible through a coordinated effort facilitated by the Durham Homeless Services Advisory Committee, bringing together partners from across public and private sectors, the federal government, and multiple non -profit homeless housing organizations. Within two years, Durham has housed 305 formerly homeless veterans through unprecedented collaborative efforts from the Durham VA Medical Center, Durham Housing Authority, City's Community Development Department, and Durham County. City Hall on the Go brings information and services to residents 113ull City 11::::resh Start Initiative City 11 4111 on the Launched in 2016, City Hall on the Go is a mobile unit that serves residents where they live, work, and play, bringing City staff and services directly to the community. The truck includes information on services provided by City departments, internet access for employment searches, access to paying water utility bills, and sending online requests for services to Durham One Call. The Bull City Fresh Start Initiative is a collaborative effort between the Durham Police Department, the Department of Community Development, Healing with CAARE Inc., and other stakeholders within the community that aims to locate, offer assistance, and provide supplies and housing options for Durham's homeless population. As part of this initiative, the City received grant funds to purchase 16 1 City of Durham 20!7 Sustainability IReport