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
Deputy Director
Planning and Community Development
Philly Marsh
Economic Development Manager
Planning and Community Development
Domonique Meeks
Small Business Assistance Program Manager
TITLE:
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Acceptance of a Port of Seattle Economic Development Grant in the Amount of $120,000 for 2025 and 2026 Programming
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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The City is eligible to receive $120,000 in Economic Development grant funding through the Port of Seattle for 2025 and 2026. Funds will support district development, World Cup activations, and Startup425 programming. Since 2016, the City of Redmond has received $60,000 annually from the Port of Seattle to assist with economic development programs.
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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 Comprehensive Plan -Economic Vitality:
EV-9
Participate and coordinate with other government agencies, businesses, and non-profits in efforts to further the City's economic vitality.
EV-18
Foster the creation of business districts that help small businesses thrive and that are centers of local commerce, community, and culture.
EV-19
Enhance local arts, culture, recreation, nightlife, and social amenities that promote Redmond as an attractive place to work and live.
EV-22
Support Redmond's growth as a tourism destination and foster tourism-related initiatives that bring investment and economic benefit.
Economic Development Strategic Plan:
Strategy 2C. Foster entrepreneurship across industries and work with partners to ensure support for a diverse community of entrepreneurs.
* Action 2C.1. Invest in entrepreneur...
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