TO: Committee of the Whole - Finance, Administration, and Communications
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Executive
Lisa Maher
425-556-2427
Executive
Zach Houvener
425-556-2306
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Executive
Kelly Schutz
Communications Manager
TITLE:
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2026 City Council Communications Investment Update and Engagement
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
?Staff will present an update related to 2025-2026 Budget communications-related investments, as well as provide an overview of and seek feedback on current scheduled Council engagement opportunities and activities for 2026, which include:
* Council Conversations - March 19, May 21
* America 250 Day of Service - June 14
* Derby Days - July 25
* Downtown Redmond Art Walk (DRAW) - September 17
* Town Hall (taking place of fall Council Conversations event) - 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:
Community Strategic Plan, Redmond 2050
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
An update on 2025-2026 Budget Communications ?was requested by City Council
* Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
Councilmembers will:
* Be informed on the status of 2025-2026 communications-related budget investments.
* Be informed on opportunities and currently scheduled Council engagement opportunities and provide feedback to staff.
* Commit to volunteer shifts at events and sign up via email with staff.
* Provide staff with clear direction on any additional desired engagement activities in 2026.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
* Timeline (previous or planned):
March 19, 2026 - Council Conversations (Redmond Middle School)
April 14, 2026 - Discuss proposal and receive Council direction
May 21, 2026 - Council Conversations (Idylwood Park)
June 14, 2026 - America 250 Day of Service
July 25, 2026 - Derby Days
?September 17, 202...
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