Title
Discussion of Inspire Olympia and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Programs
Recommended Action
Discussion only. No action required.
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee
City Manager Recommendation:
Discuss the Inspire Olympia and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Programs, including their authorizing legislation, purpose, goals, and opportunities to streamline how the programs are administered.
Report Issue:
Whether to discuss the Inspire Olympia and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Programs, including their authorizing legislation, purpose, goals, and opportunities to streamline how the programs are administered.
Staff Contact:
Marygrace Goddu, Cultural Access Program Manager, Community Planning & Economic Development, 360.480.0923
Amelia Layton, Senior Program Specialist, Community Planning & Economic Development, 360.570.3808.
Presenter(s):
Amelia Layton, Senior Program Specialist
Marygrace Goddu, Cultural Access Program Manager
Background and Analysis:
On April 16, the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee discussed an analysis on the effectiveness of Council-Appointed Advisory Bodies. As a result of that discussion, the Committee asked staff to explore opportunities to streamline the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) and Inspire Olympia.
Both the LTAC and Inspire Olympia are granting programs that support economic vitality in Olympia with a focus on events, arts and culture. Each program is authorized by state statute, receives dedicated tax income that is distributed via competitive grant awards, and has a fund advisory board that is supported by City Staff. Annually, each advisory body forwards recommendations to the City Council for their approval.
While similar in structure, LTAC and Inspire Olympia have different statutory requirements and goals. LTAC promotes special events and community assets that attract an outside audience, while Inspire Olympia strengthens our local creative nonprofit sector for the...
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