Title
Approval of the Proposed Agenda, Location, and Facilitator for the Mid-Year City Council Retreat
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
The proposed agenda reflects the discussion related to agenda topics and logistics that took place at the April 30, 2025, Committee of the Chairs meeting.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve the proposed upcoming mid-year retreat details including location, agenda, and facilitator.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the proposed upcoming mid-year retreat details including location, agenda, and facilitator.
Staff Contact:
Jay Burney, City Manager, 360.753.8740
Presenter(s):
Jay Burney, City Manager
Background and Analysis:
The Council holds a mid-year retreat to address timely issues, review progress on major initiatives, and check-in on other matters as determined by the City Council.
At its January 2025 retreat, the City Council set Friday, June 13 as the date for their mid-year retreat. It is suggested that the retreat take place in Council Chambers.
It is recommended that Sue Mountin of the Leneker Group facilitate the retreat. The suggested agenda topics are Challenging Conversations training, review of Working Agreements, 2025 Work Plan update, and 2026 budget preparation.
Climate Analysis:
This item does not have a direct effect on climate concerns, however discussions at the retreat will include discussion regarding the City work plan, that includes work around the City's climate goals.
Equity Analysis:
This item does not have a direct effect on equity concerns, however discussions regarding the City's Equity Framework will occur at the retreat.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The mid-year retreat is a time for the City Council to reflect on the progress of work they planned at their January retreat, discuss priorities and receive updates from staff on City initiatives. The topics on the agenda reflect issues, priorities and work methods that give insight on how the Ci...
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