CDN 2017-08-14 Item 2B - Discussion - Formation of Tukwila Village Community Organization

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City of Tukwila Allan Ekberg, Mayor INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM TO: Community Development and Neighborhoods FROM: Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator CC: Mayor Ekberg DATE: August 8, 2017 SUBJECT: Tukwila Village Community Organization Formation ISSUE Staff is seeking Council input on the formation of a non-profit organization to manage the community room, community kitchen, and plaza at Tukwila Village. BACKGROUND In 2012 the City and Tukwila Village Development Associates (developer) approved a Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) that provided guidance for the development of Tukwila Village. Section 2.8 (F) of the DDA addresses the management and operation of the plaza and commons (community room and community kitchen). It provides that the developer, in cooperation with the City, shall form an independent, community based non-profit organization (community organization) that will manage, operate, maintain, and promote the use of the plaza and commons. It further indicates the developer and City shall agree upon a plan for the formation of the community organization including its initial mission, articles of incorporation, bylaws, composition of board and officer positions, and board member selection. The governing board of the community organization shall represent the interest of both the community at large and the private owners and tenants of Tukwila Village. DISCUSSION In July, the developer arranged financial commitments to complete Phase 1 and completed the purchase of the City's land for that phase. Additionally, construction of Phase 1 is well underway with the plaza and commons building scheduled for completion this fall. Given the recent progress, it is now time to form the community organization. The Senior Housing Assistance Group (SHAG) is a non-profit partner with the developer and is helping the developer with the formation of the community organization. Under direction of Executive Director Jay Woolford, SHAG has begun drafting the guiding documents with input from City staff, Mr. Woolford has experience forming and managing non -profits and is providing very useful guidance. In particular, he has explained the importance of a non-profit board comprising members who are committed to the organization's mission and vision and also bring organizational or fundraising skills and assets to the organization. Both parties would like the Council's input so we can ensure the community organization is successful and meets the needs of all stakeholders. Following are some draft concepts for the formation of the community organization: 7