TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Parks |
Loreen Hamilton |
425-556-2336 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Parks |
Laurel Williams |
Events Program Coordinator |
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Parks |
Nicole McDonald |
Marketing and Events Supervisor |
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Parks |
Zach Houvener |
Deputy Director |
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Parks |
Brittany Pratt |
Recreation Business Manager |
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Redmond Lights 2024 Program Plan
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Redmond Lights is an annual winter celebration of light and art. This year’s event features temporary public art and light displays installed in Downtown Park from December 7, 2024, to January 6, 2025, and a Kick-off Event from 4 - 8 p.m. on Dec. 7 that includes live entertainment, a luminary trail, family light promenade, and other activities.
Event Elements:
• Temporary public art throughout Downtown Park
• Light installations throughout Downtown Park
• Live entertainment on the Buoyant Pavilion, the Moving Arts Center, along the Redmond
Central Connector, and at Redmond Town Center
• Family Light Promenade
• Kids Fashion Light Show with King County Library
• Luminary Trail
• Craft and recreation activities
• Community/cultural booths and performances
• Activity booths
• Food trucks
• Kids Coloring Contest
Sponsors & Partners:
• Key partnerships include: Redmond Town Center, King County Library Services
• Sponsors include: Microsoft, Redmond Town Center, Leafguard of Seattle, BMW, Knit Studios, BECU, Nicole Lamphier State Farm Insurance, Puget Sound Energy
Businesses & Community Group Involvement Opportunities:
• Host activity during kick-off event
• Food Trucks and Booths
• Sponsorships
• Performances
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☐ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
PARCC Plan, Cost of Service Methodology
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
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OUTCOMES:
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COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
o Outreach to local businesses and community - Sept. 2024 to Nov. 2024
o Outreach for attendees - begins late Oct. 2024
• Outreach Methods and Results:
o In-person visits to all businesses, organizations, and apartment complexes adjacent to Downtown Park
o Email outreach to all businesses, organizations, and apartment complexes adjacent to Downtown Park
o Email outreach to Redmond faith, culture, and community groups
o Dedicated website
o Social media campaigns
o Email newsletters
o Posters and banners
o News release
o Kickoff Video
o Utility Bill Inserts
o Mailed postcards to affected area organizations and apartment complexes
• Feedback Summary:
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BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$94,190 not including art and installation of art
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
000249 - Arts & Community Events
Budget Priority:
Vibrant & Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
• Community Events Fund (013) - staffing costs
o Sponsorships - $39,500 as of 10/4/2024
o LTAC Grant - $50,000
• Event fees - $7,000
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
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ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
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