Title
2024 Legislative Session Overview and Approval of the Draft 2024 Legislative Agenda
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive a briefing on the 2024 Legislative session. Receive an overview of the proposed 2024 Legislative agenda and move to approve the draft 2024 City of Olympia legislative agenda.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on the 2024 Legislative session and an overview of the proposed 2024 Legislative agenda and move to approve the draft 2024 City of Olympia legislative agenda.
Staff Contact:
Susan Grisham, Legislative Liaison, 360.753.8244
Presenter(s):
Susan Grisham, Legislative Liaison
Debora Mungia, Capitol Consulting
Background and Analysis:
The City contracts with Debora Munguia with Capitol Consulting to represent the City as our lobbyist. Ms. Munguia, will provide Council with an overview of the upcoming 2021 Legislative session, including how the session will be conducted in the midst of a pandemic, items of importance for Cities, and expectations for actions during the session.
Staff will also present a draft of Olympia's Legislative Agenda for consideration and adoption.
Climate Analysis:
The City of Olympia's 2024 Legislative Priorities included supporting legislative action related to climate change and statewide climate justice initiatives.
Equity Analysis:
The City of Olympia's 2024 Legislative Priorities included supporting legislative action related to issues that affect marginalized members of our community to include state resources to address homelessness and affordable housing and support of mental health and behavioral health resources.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
There are no specific community concerns regarding this item, however many of the items support the needs and interests of Olympia community members.
Financial Impact:
This item does not have a financial impact.
Options:
1. Approve the draft legislat...
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