Darrell CourtneyChief of Public Works
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City of Reading
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Reading.
- Buyer type:
- City
- Location:
- Reading, OH
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Reading.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
172436
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
10,491
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
54 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Reading
The council meeting included the swearing-in ceremony for a new police lieutenant and a review of the recent Mayor's Court Monthly Disbursement Report. Legislative actions included the second reading of a zoning code ordinance and the authorized purchase of a new Ford F-450 truck. Discussions covered various community announcements, including upcoming local events, a recognition proclamation for Agape Love Ministries, and the status of track replacement projects. Additionally, the council addressed equipment needs for the Service Department, specifically concerning potential future purchases of utility vehicles and trailer equipment for road maintenance.
The meeting focused on the cancellation and tabling of the Zoning Code Ordinance. Significant time was dedicated to public concerns regarding the utilization and privacy implications of Flock automated license plate readers, leading to the referral of this matter to the Public Health & Safety committee for further review. The Council heard administrative reports detailing ongoing infrastructure and sewer improvements, upcoming community events, and a fiscal overview of the community pool season. Additionally, the Council noted plans for a future public hearing regarding a Joint Economic Development District.
The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Reading, Ohio, serves as a guiding document to shape the city's future development and changes, incorporating community assets and stakeholder input. It envisions Reading as a friendly, safe, and walkable community characterized by vibrant business districts, diverse employment opportunities, historic charm, and excellent public services. The plan addresses critical citywide issues such as housing, walkability, greenspace, flooding, healthy living, municipal revenue, and regional infrastructure impacts. Key focus areas include revitalizing the South and North Reading Road Corridors, enhancing the Galbraith Gateway, strengthening the Reading Bridal District, developing the Downtown Mixed-Use District, optimizing the Hill Street Property, expanding the Life Sciences Campus, remediating brownfields, repurposing vacated school sites, and developing the Mill Creek Greenway. The overarching goal is to achieve vibrant and sustainable growth, improve quality of life, and expand the local tax base.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Reading.
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