Title
Approval of the Draft 2025 City of Olympia State Legislative Agenda
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve the draft City of Olympia 2025 State Legislative Agenda.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the draft City of Olympia 2025 State Legislative Agenda.
Staff Contact:
Susan Grisham, Legislative Liaison, 360.753.8244
Presenter(s):
Susan Grisham, Legislative Liaison
Background and Analysis:
Earlier this year, the City Council shared their preliminary ideas for the 2025 State Legislative Session Agenda. Staff shared the initial draft of the agenda at the October 29 City Council meeting and the City Council requested substantive changes to the document, which are reflect in the attached draft agenda.
Climate Analysis:
The City of Olympia’s 2025 State Legislative Priorities includes supporting legislative action related to climate change and statewide climate justice initiatives.
Equity Analysis:
The City of Olympia’s 2025 Legislative Priorities includes 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 legislative agenda with no modifications.
2. Provide feedback on the draft legislative agenda and approve with modifications.
3. Take other action.
Attachments:
Draft City of Olympia 2025 State Legislative Agenda