Title
Briefing on Homeless Response Plan Approach
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive a briefing and provide guidance on a proposed approach to developing a Homeless Response Plan. Briefing only; no action requested.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on a draft approach to developing a Homeless Response Plan.
Staff Contact:
Amy Buckler, Downtown Programs Manager, Community Planning and Development, 360.570.5847
Presenter(s):
Stacey Ray, Senior Planner, Office of Performance and Innovation, Administrative Services
Amy Buckler, Downtown Programs Manager, Community Planning and Development
Background and Analysis:
On May 8, the City Council met to discuss homelessness and housing. From that meeting high-priority action items to respond to homeless were identified, as well as direction to convene a broad coalition of community members to contribute to a strategic plan for responding to homelessness.
Staff from the Office of Performance and Innovation will share a proposed approach to develop a Homeless Response Plan. The approach is based on a framework and methodologies called Participatory Leadership; a community-based approach to addressing complex issues that emphasizes learning, dialogue, equity, and inclusiveness.
Neighborhood/community Interests (if knows):
The community has a strong interest in addressing homelessness in the community.
Options:
N/A
Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
None