Legislation Details

File #: 26-0783    Version: 1
Type: information Status: In Committee
File created: 9/29/2026 In control: Cultural Access Program Advisory Board
Agenda date: 10/8/2026 Final action:
Title: Inspire Olympia 2027 Budget
Attachments: 1. Budget Presentation

Title
Inspire Olympia 2027 Budget

Recommended Action
Information only. No action requested.

Report Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on the Inspire Olympia 2027 Budget.

Staff Contact:
Marygrace Goddu, Inspire Olympia Program Manager, Community Development Department, 360.480.0923

Presenter(s):
Ms. Goddu

Background and Analysis:
Every fall City Council receives an update on Citywide Rates, Fees and Special Revenue Funds to support budget discussions for the coming year. 

As a special revenue fund, the Cultural Access Fund is reviewed in this process.

Program staff will share the Inspire Olympia budget information presented to the Council’s Finance Committee on September 21 and the City Council on October 6.   

Climate Analysis:
No climate impact.

Equity Analysis:
Allocations of Inspire Olympia funding through budgeting and grant award processes have a significant impact on the program’s effectiveness in promoting equitable access to cultural experiences.

Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A

Options:

•                     Receive the briefing

•                     Do not receive the briefing

•                     Defer the briefing

Attachments:
Budget Presentation Slides