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Uncommon Bridges Consultant Conversation
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Staff Contact:
Jennica Machado, Economic Development Division Director, Community Planning & Economic Development, 360.753.8591
Presenter(s):
Uncommon Bridges Staff
Background and Analysis:
During the September 3, 2025, meeting, the PBIA Advisory Board unanimously voted to move forward with the RFP presented by City staff to hire a consultant to conduct an evaluation of the Parking Business Improvement Area. The consultant will assess the structure, administration, and model of PBIA and provide recommendations for improvement or alternative models. During the October 2025 PBIA meetings, the Advisory Board reviewed all applicants and selected candidate from top three after a special meeting for interviews. Uncommon Bridges was the successful candidate for the PBIA RFP and will be presenting their plan on how to move forward with the PBIA evaluation.
Climate Analysis:
The need for a PBIA RFP consultant does not directly impact climate goals but could influence future decisions affecting sustainability downtown.
Equity Analysis:
Ensuring that the PBIA Board members are actively involved in the process of the consultant’s engagement strategies ensure a broader and more equitable representation of downtown stakeholders. Choosing to move forward with the execution of the Consultants plan of action and engagement strategies without Board members could create disparities within the community.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Downtown Olympia
Options:
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Financial Impact:
The City of Olympia is funding the evaluation, PBIA funds are not being used to pay for the evaluation.
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