Title
Mid-Year Retreat Preparations
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Discuss potential agenda items, location, etc. for the 2025 City Council mid-Year retreat.
Report
Issue:
Whether to discuss potential agenda items, facilitator, location, etc. for the 2025 City Council mid-Year retreat.
Staff Contact:
Jay Burney, City Manager, 360.753.8740
Presenter(s):
Jay Burney, City Manager
Background and Analysis:
At the mid-year point in the calendar year, the Olympia City Council traditionally holds a retreat to develop understanding and agreement on plans, priorities, and protocols for successfully leading the City in the coming year.
The 2025 City Council mid-year retreat is currently scheduled for Friday, June 13. Staff recommends the Committee discuss potential agenda items and consider the location. The Committee can then make a recommendation to the City Council on possible agenda items and location for the retreat.
Climate Analysis:
The discussion regarding the City Council mid-year retreat agenda and logistics will not impact greenhouse gas emissions. However, issues regarding the City's response to climate may be part of the final mid-year retreat agenda.
Equity Analysis:
The discussion regarding City Council mid-year retreat agenda and logistics will not have equity impacts. However, issues regarding the City's response to diversity, equity and inclusion may be part of the final mid-year retreat agenda.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Community members have an interest in the work of the Council and their planning around priorities.
Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact related to the discussion.
Options:
1. Discuss potential agenda items, facilitator, location, etc. for the 2025 City Council mid-Year retreat.
2. Do not discuss potential agenda items, facilitator, location, etc. for the 2025 City Council mid-Year retreat.
3. Discuss potential agenda ite...
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