Title
Downtown Ambassador Update
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not recommended to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive an update on the Downtown Ambassadors. Briefing only: No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive an update on the Downtown Ambassadors.
Staff Contact:
Amy Buckler, Strategic Projects Manager, Community Planning & Development, 360-570-5847
Presenter(s):
Amy Buckler, Strategic Projects Manager
Teal Russell, Downtown Ambassador
Katherine Trahan, Downtown Ambassador
Background and Analysis:
The Downtown Ambassadors work five days a week from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. They are part of the City’s front-line service delivery system and help promote and a vibrant and attractive urban destination.
The Ambassadors provide street outreach, business support and hospitality services to residents, business owners, property owners and visitors to Downtown. Key Services include:
• Maintain a visible presence on the street
• Visitor assistance
• Parking assistance
• Social Service Availability Information
• Business check-ins and outreach
• Trespass engagement
• Welcome new businesses
At the briefing, staff will present data regarding their progress and activities and answer any questions.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The City receives consistent, positive feedback about the Downtown Ambassador program.
Options:
No action requested; briefing only.
Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
None