TO: Committee of the Whole - Public Safety and Human Services
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Planning and Community Development |
Carol Helland |
425-556-2107 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Planning and Community Development |
Brooke Buckingham |
Human Services Manager |
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Planning and Community Development |
Seraphie Allen |
Deputy Director |
TITLE:
title
Community Stability Allocation Fund Update
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
On September 16, 2025, Council approved an allocation of $250,000 for community stability to support the immediate needs of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers who impacted by the current federal regulatory environment. Council directed funds to be distributed to currently funded human service organizations or through a subcontract to support legal assistance, housing stability, food security, and other needs. Staff and two human services commissioners met to review proposals and award funds, consistent with Council direction.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Respect, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan, Welcoming Proclamation, Resolution 1465, Redmond Community Strategic Plan, Redmond 2050, Human Services Strategic Plan
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
Council requested follow-up from staff on distribution of funding.
• Other Key Facts:
Staff has notified agencies of funding awards and will proceed with routing contracts to meet immediate needs.
OUTCOMES:
Redmond residents experiencing instability due to unprecedented uncertainty will have greater access to legal services, housing, and more.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$250,000
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
Affordable Housing Program (page 31, 225)
Budget Priority:
Vibrant & Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
The proposed allocation will be made from the Council’s 2025-2026 budget enhancement for community stability in the General Fund.
Budget/Funding Constraints:
This is a one-time funding disbursement in response to unprecedented needs and is not eligible for renewal. Funding should be spent to relieve the immediate needs of Redmond residents, not be used to fund ongoing staff positions, and must be exhausted no later than December 31, 2026.
☒ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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9/9/2025 |
Study Session |
Provide Direction |
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9/16/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Approve |
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:
Timely contracting will strengthen organizations’ capacity to meet community needs.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Community Stability Allocation Process and Plan