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Submitting Department: Administration
Agenda Section: Action
Item Title:
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MOU: Gateway Community Development Corporation
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move the Council authorize the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gateway Community Development Corporation, the City of Mount Rainier and the Towns of Brentwood and North Brentwood for the administration of the Gateway Arts and Entertainment District.
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Summary Background:
Allie O’Neill will present to Council on the proposed management team for the Gateway Arts District. The Gateway Arts District Community Development Corporation has requested that the City enter into an MOU with Mount Rainier, Brentwood, and North Brentwood to support the GCDC management team.
Next Steps:
Enter into the MOU.
Fiscal Impact:
Up to $25,000 per municipality annually to fund the Project Manager for the Management Team. Funding is determined on an annual basis by each municipality.
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend Support. As a participant, I see value and opportunity for greater collaboration and support. We will make a recommendation to Council annually during the budget cycle on recommended funding and the return on investment.
Community Engagement:
The Gateway Arts District CDC conducts the annual open studio tour and will promote the Gateway Arts District.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 2 - Ensure the Long-Term Economic Viability of the City
Legal Review Required?
Pending