TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Planning and Community Development
Carol Helland
425-556-2107
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Planning and Community Development
Seraphie Allen
Planning Deputy Director
Planning and Community Development
Philly Marsh
Economic Development Manager
Planning and Community Development
Jackie Lalor
Economic Development and Tourism Program Administrator
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Approval of the 2025 Tourism Grant Funding - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Recommendations
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Per RCW 67.28.1816, the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) unanimously recommends the 2025 Tourism matching grants of $172,000 and City Community Events and Cultural Arts Program allocations of $150,000, for a total of $322,000. Funding for the tourism matching grants comes from 1% lodging tax on Redmond hotels and motels through the Lodging Tax Tourism Fund.
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REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
Comp Plan 2030:
* PR-37 Partner with and encourage businesses and community organizations to provide programming and community events that expand recreation opportunities.
* DT-16 Foster the growth and addition of visual and performing arts experiences and opportunities Downtown by: Activating public spaces with special events and performances.
* DT-19 Encourage and support events, such as cycling-related activities and art and music programs, that attract people to the Downtown, particularly Old Town and Town Center.
Adopted 2024 Tourism Strategic Plan:
* Goal 1.1: Position and promote Redmond as an intercultural destination showcasing various cultures through arts, events, and dining options.
* Goal 1.18: Promote parks in Redmond's urban centers as a destination, fostering a diverse range of programming to maintain its vibrancy and...
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