HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-17 Planning and Economic Development MinutesCouncilmembers Present: Thomas McLeod, Kathy Hougardy, Zak Idan
StoffPresent: Rachel Bianchi, Brandon Miles, Derek Speck
Chair McLeod called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. BUSINESSAGENDA
A. Current Economic Development Vision
Staff presented an overview of the current policies, vision and goals guiding Economic
Development staff work.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
B. Agreement: Southside Promise
Staff is seeking Council approval of an agreement with Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce in an
amount not to exceed $50,000 for the Southside Promise initiative, providing COVID-19 recovery
assistance.
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to August 24, 2020 Special Consent Agenda.
C. Lodging Tax Uses and Process
Staff provided a briefing on the allowable uses and associated procedures for lodging tax
revenue.
Committee Recommendation
Forward to COW for discussion.
D. Lodging Tax Use History
Staff provided a briefing on the historical usage of lodging tax funds.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
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E. Lodging Tax Revenue & Ending Fund Balance Forecast
Staff provided revised lodging tax revenue forecasts for 2020-2026, reflecting COVID-19
impacts.
Items requiring follow-up
Provide updates as lodging tax revenue is received.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
F. Business License Fee Deferral
Committee members and staff discussed the implications of a business license fee deferral
program.
Committee Recommendation
Forward to August 24, 2020 Committee of the Whole for discussion.
II. MISCELLANEOUS
The meeting adjourned of 6:37 p.m.
Committee Chair Approval
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