Title
Briefing on Spaceworks Tacoma Program
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive the information. Briefing only; no action requested
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on the Spaceworks Tacoma Program
Staff Contact:
Kellie Purce Braseth, Strategic Communications Director, 360.753.8166.
Presenter(s):
Amy McBride, Arts Administrator, City of Tacoma
Background and Analysis:
Spaceworks Tacoma is a partnership between the City of Tacoma and the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. It matches spaces in Tacoma with artists and small business owners.
The Artspaces Program locates vacant storefronts and business for art displays of all kinds, both inside and out. The Creative Enterprises Program matches small business owners with landlords willing to donate space or enter into low-rent or no-rent agreements.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
There would be community interest in keeping vacant downtown buildings purposeful and viable.
Options:
1. Receive a briefing on the Spaceworks Tacoma Program.
2. Do not receive a briefing on the Spaceworks Tacoma Program.
Financial Impact:
None known
Attachments:
None