TO: Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Planning and Community Development Seraphie Allen 425-556-2450
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Planning and Community Development Philly Marsh Interim Planning Deputy Director Planning and Community Development Kim Dietz Interim Economic Development Manager Planning and Community Development Jackie Lalor Economic Development and Tourism Program Administrator
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Approval of the 2027 Tourism Grant Funding - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Recommendations
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
Per RCW 67.28.1816, the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) voted and recommends the 2027 Tourism matching grants of $171,500 and City Community Events and Cultural Arts Program allocations of $150,000, for a total of $321,500. Funding for the tourism matching grants comes from the 1% lodging tax on Redmond hotels and motels, collected through the Lodging Tax Tourism Fund.
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REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
Relevant Plans/Policies:
Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan:
EV-22 Support Redmond’s growth as a tourism destination and foster tourism-related initiatives that bring investment and economic benefit.
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 activate the surrounding area.
Goal 2.2: Promote recreational fields, trails, and water for tournaments, competitions, and events to recreational and athletic organizations.
Goal 3.1: Work with the LTAC to prioritize support for events and festivals that include an overnight component.
Adopted 2024 Eco...
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