TO: Committee of the Whole - Finance, Administration, and Communications
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Executive |
Lisa Maher |
425-556-2427 |
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Executive |
Zach Houvener |
425-556-2306 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Executive |
Kelly Schutz |
Communications Manager |
TITLE:
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City Communications Strategy Update and Council Engagement Update
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
Staff will present an update related to overall communications strategy for the City, including social media. Additionally, staff will check in regarding remaining Council engagement opportunities and activities for 2026, which currently include:
• Meet Me at Marymoor - July 19
• Derby Days - July 25
• Downtown Redmond Art Walk (DRAW) - September 17
• Council Conversations - Fall TBD
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Redmond 2050, Community Strategic Plan
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
An update on both communications strategy and engagement was requested by City Council.
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
Councilmembers will:
• Be informed on the City’s Communications Plan and overall communications strategy.
• Be informed on currently scheduled Council engagement opportunities and provide feedback to staff.
• Provide staff with any necessary direction on currently scheduled or desired engagement activities in 2026.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
July 19, 2026 - Meet Me at Marymoor
July 25, 2026 - Derby Days
September 17, 2026 - Downtown Redmond Art Walk (DRAW)
Fall date TBD - Council Conversations
• Outreach Methods and Results:
All listed events will be robustly promoted via the City’s various communication channels, guided by individual communications plans. Councilmembers are also encouraged to publicize events via personal networks.
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
N/A
Approved in current biennial budget: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000293
Budget Priority:
Strategic and Responsive
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
General Fund
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
Item has not been presented to Council |
N/A |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
As some of the engagement events are approaching quickly, staff is requesting confirmation of Council participation, location, and timing prior to booking events and executing communications plans.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: 2027-2028 Comprehensive Communications Plan