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HomeMy WebLinkAbout070518 EDC packetMembers: few to W-11 0 WIRTAMM1111- MUT MR3LT=G de" WITM Yakima City Hall Staff: Others* Ana Cortez -Steiner, Assistant City Manager John Carney, Information Systems Manager Brett Sheffield, Chief Engineer EiR a. Strategic Plan update b. Conduit and fiber assets c. Creative District designation update d. Economic Development Council conference Street Development i. 1st Street infrastructure improvem- •. .; portation Benefit District 40 Council Economic Development � committee Floor Conference .t. City Hall HE =0 Members: Staff: Councilmember White Ana Cortez, Assistant City Manager Councilmember Gutierrez Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager John Carney, Information Systems Manager Brett Sheffield, Chief Engineer Joe Rosenlund, Streets & Traffic Manager Sean Hawkins, Economic Dev. Manager Gary Jones, Police Captain Cally Price, Assistant to the City Manager Executive i White called the meeting to order. Others: Maria Rodriguez Jonathan Smith Luz Gutierrez Verlynn Best Andrew Holt 1. Review draft minutes from April 26, 2018 meeting: The April 26, 2018 meeting minutes were reviewed. Gutierrez motioned to accept the minutes as presented and White seconded the motion. The minutes were approved unanimously. a. Choose Yakima marketing plan The current funding agreement between Choose Yakima and the City is expiring the end of the year. Jonathan Smith presented a 5 year $50,000 per year funding proposal and shared his thoughts on how business could be expanded and new businesses created with the city's additional monies. Smith provided some statistics on the number of jobs that could be created and the amount of sales tax that could be generated. Gutierrez believes this is a good proposal for the City and supports it. She would like this item to go to the full Council for consideration. Cortez stated it would be appropriate for this to be considered during the budget development process. DRAFT White asked for clarification on how much the city is currently providing and the difference in the increase. The City currently provides $33,000 in annual funding to Choose Yakima in 2018. Gutierrez motioned that this item be included in the 2019 budget process and White seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. b. Strategic Plan update — this agenda item was moved to the June meeting. c. Conduit and fiber assets John Carney reported that he has been working with vendors on costs and public works has a plan to include fiber in all future projects. Public Works will be updating the map showing where fiber is currently available and make that information available on the City's website. d. Creative District designation update — this agenda item was moved to the June meeting. e. Truck Routes — draft ordinance Joseph Calhoun presented a draft Truck Routes Ordinance for committee review and highlighted some of the key sections. Gutierrez moved that the draft ordinance be forwarded to the full Council for consideration and White seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The draft ordinance will be added to a future Council business meeting agenda. RECON summary Sean Hawkins reported on the convention he attended with White, Smith and Michael Liddicoat. It was a great event and they had some very positive discussions with developers. There is a great deal of interest in the Mill Site and Speedway property. Hawkins will create a spreadsheet with contact information for the people they met with and note any follow up. Smith added this is the third time he has attended the event and every year there is more interest in Yakima. White was surprised by the interest in Yakima and he believes Yakima should continue participating in the convention. Strategic Plan update Conduit and fiber assets Creative District designation Main Street development 1St Street infrastructure improvements Transportation Benefit District DRAFT 4. Other business Guti6rrez would like the full Council to clearly define the use of a hotel versus a motel in Yakima as they relate to code enforcement. This will be discussed at the next Council meeting. 5. Audience Participation Luz Guti6rrez provided feedback on the New Residents Welcome Reception she attended and recognized a business celebrating 25 years in Yakima this year and another business that is celebrating 30 years in Yakima this year. The next meeting is scheduled for June 28 at 1:30 in the 2nd Floor Conference Room. Jason White, Chair RNWHOW IN11 I RNA! t< IN' A I iXAINONJK,' 1) [ V d1,,,NF C () k) N C I I Jhc Poivcj- of'Kirowlealgeand Loader-Aip 011) IEDC ECONOMIC 4"1 FUTURE FORUM International Economic Development Council - IEDC at a Glance GUM = c mer search ternns... AovanGe,d Search 010=9"M f. Sponsorship and E.11(bibiting The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit, non-parlisan membership DC is the larcest PJoanization of its I kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities, by creating, retaining and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth and provide a stable tax base. From public to private, rural to urban and local to international, IEDC's members are engaged in the full range of economic development experience. Given the breadth of economic development work, our members are employed in a wide variety of settings including local, state, provincial and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities and a variety of other institutions, When we succeed, our ........... irwgroveAWe -oualitv of life in their rItITM � I � . VI17-w;MA communes, members, and partners. We embrace the following core values. They reflect and support our mission, and guide our decisions, actions and provision of services: Social responsibility and a dedication to building healthy, just, and competitive communities • Creation of wealth for individuals, businesses, and Communities • Advancement of both the economic development profession and professional Cooperation and collaboration Diversity, tolerance, and equity KM 17M IEDC is the world's largest membership organization serving the economic development profession. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, our members represent the entire range of economic development experience, including: Regional, state, county, and city economic development organizations Chambers of commerce and other business support agencies Community and neighborhood development organizations Technology development agencies • Utility companies Educational institutions Consultants Redevelopment authorities INC How six cities reintroduced walkable development What works in innovation policy: Lessons from Europe On the places they'll go: Where college students move after graduation Free and reduced transit = more equitable growth? Vermont seeks an economic (and demographic) boost through telework State of the Cities: It's all about economic development ED Now Feature: Leadership in Economic Development: Start With Why ED Now Feature: Hurricane Recovery in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands: An Update on IEDC's Work No Training Dollars to Attend IEDC Conferences or Trainings? Here Are Some Ideas for Local Governments UEDA seeks session proposals and award nominations for Annual Summit S M T W T IF S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 > MONTH ATA GLANCE > ALL EVENTS Training Course: Economic Development Strategic Planning June 14 - 15. 2018 Training Course: Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development Strategies June 21 - 22, 2018 https://www.iedconline.org/web-pages/inside-iedc/iedc-at-a-glance/ 1/3 6/15/2018 International Economic Development Council - IEDC at a Glance The strength of our organization comes directly from the expertise and influence of our members. This 2018 Economic Future Forum June 24 - 26, 2018 expertise includes: > MORE EVENTS • Real estate development and commercial revitalization Workforce development Infrastructure and business finance • Business marketing, attraction, expansion, and retention Community development • Industrial rehabilitation and location • International trade • Tourism development Building strong, sustainable communities is an endeavor requiring innovative strategies, tools, and techniques. Our programs and services have been developed accordingly: they provide educational opportunities, analyze and disseminate information, and improve decision -makers' responsiveness to economic development needs. They include: - Opportunities to network with and learn from community leaders, industry experts, and federal policy makers at our technical and annual conferences - Professional development that strengthens economic developers' careers and communities, and a certification program that unifies and sets the standard of excellence for the discipline - Advisory Services and Research that creates custom solutions for all types of communities, as well as federal agencies In-depth analysis in the premiere publication of the discipline - Economic Development Journal and a bimonthly survey of economic development news and federal updates in the Economic Development Now e -newsletter - Public policy which monitors federal activity impacting the field of economic development and engages our membership in policy advocacy activities - The Accredited Economic Development Organization program, which provides organizations with independent feedback on their operations and recognizes excellence in local economic development efforts Comprised of recognized leaders in economic development and professionals skilled in association management, our staff is dedicated to supporting the endeavors of our members and advancing the profession and discipline of economic development as a whole. What is economic development? A set of programs and policies that aid in the creation, retention and expansion of jobs; the development of a stable tax base; and the enhancement of wealth, What is IEDC? IEDC is the world's largest professional organization for economic development practitioners. We have more than 5,000 members across the United States, as well as Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and other nations. What is IEDC'5 purpose? IEDC works to help economic developers do theirjobs more effectively, and to raise the profile of the profession. If we succeed, our members create more high-quality jobs, develop more vibrant communities, and generally improve the quality of life in their regions. To that end, we provide information on trends and best practices, networking opportunities, professional development courses and numerous other services, https://www.iedconline.org/web-pages/inside-iedc/iedc-at-a-glance/ 2/3 6/15/2018 International Economic Development Council - IEDC at a Glance Who are IEDC's members? look for ways to turn distressed areas into vibrant hubs of economic activity Some IEDC members work in major cities, while others work in remote, rural areas, Some work for public agencies, while others work for chambers of commerce, private nonprofit organizations, public/private partnerships or for universities, Some work with private -sector consulting firms, and some are sole 7. Q-1wWAeqt worked on it, In short, our members represent the entire range of economic development experience, Does IIEDC lobby? IEDC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As such, we are prohibited from lobbying except under limited circumstances, and from endorsing political candidates. Even without such restrictions, we'd still be nonpartisan, because our members' political opinions are as varied as their work and life experiences are. We do generate papers on specific economic development -related topics, and have provided testimony at government hearings on the value of various economic development programs and policies. We also publish annual reports about federal spending on economic development projects and offer alerts to members about pending legislation or regulatory changes that could affect their work, MW https://www.iedconIine,org/web-pages/inside-iedc/iedc-at-a-giance/ 3/3 2018 Agenda (subject to change) Monday, August 20, 2018 1:30 pm Welcome and Introductions 2:00 pm Basics of Community and Economic Development Tuesday, 8:00 am Strategic Planning 10:15 am Economic Development Finance 1:00 pm Workforce and Economic Development 3:15 pm Managing Economic Development Organizations Wednesday, 8:00 am Reuse and Redevelopment of Business Sites and Facilities 10:15 am Top Site Location Factors 1:00 pm TBA Thursday, August 23, 2018 i1 am Business Retentionand Expansion i':15 am Small Business & Entrepreneurship 1:00 pm Ethics in Economic Development 3:00 pm Graduation!! AGNES BALASSA, Owner, Agnes Balassa Solutions, Port Townsend, Washington CHAD FREEMAN, President, Strategic Economic Development Corporation (SEDCOR), Salem, Oregon MICHAEL HELD, Director of Policy and Economic Services, Rural Development Initiatives, Eugene, Oregon ANDREA KLAAS, Executive Director, Port of the Dalles, The Dalles, Oregon ALLISON LARSEN, CEcD, Principal, TadZo, Phoenix, Arizona STACY LUCKENSMEYER, Business & Industry Liaison Wenatchee Valley College, Center for Entrepreneurship, Wenatchee, Washington CAROLYN MEECE, CEcD, Regional Development Officer, Business Oregon, Portland, Oregon JILL MILES, CEcD, Business Recruitment Officer, Business Oregon, Portland, Oregon ANDREA RAMAGE, CEO, Somersault Consulting LLC, Seattle, Washington LELAND SMITH, President, Elesco, Ltd., Sunriver, Oregon TOM SCHNELL, Business Finance Officer, Business Oregon, Bend, Oregon JIM SORENSEN, Jim Sorensen Consulting LLC, Snohomish, Washington Location The course takes place on the campus ofCentral Washington University (CVVU) in Ellensburg, Washington. Tuition The 2018 tuition fee is $500.00. Accommodations Accommodations are provided asapackage by[VVU'»Conference Program. All participants must choose either the full accommodations orcommuter package. Full package: Lodging is provided on campus in a renovated facility featuring private sleeping rooms with asemi-private bath. The accommodation fee is$4S0.0Uand includes lodging and all meals except dinner onTuesday and Thursday, Commuter package: For those interested instaying offsite acommuter option |savailable. The fee for this option is $345and includes all meals for the week except dinner nnTuesday and Thursday. Participants who choose this option are responsible for their own lodging. Total Registration Fees Tuition and full accommodations $950.00 Tuition and commuter package $845.00 Scholarships A limited number ofneed'haxed, tuition only scholarships are available for those working in economic development in the Northwest at a non-profit organization or local government entity. Requests for Oregon scholarships should be directed toCarolyn K8eece. Carolyn K8eece,Business Oregon Email: Carolyn.Meece@oregon.gov For other scholarship requests and information contact Linda Alongi. Unda/Wongi, Washington State Department ofCommerce Email: Undo.A|nn0i@pcommerca.we.Qov Cancellation Policy When you submit your registration we expect that you will attend the course, and are responsible for the full course fees, unless you contact ustocancel, Tocancel, please email . Cancellations received byThursday, August 9will receive arefund less a$25administrative fee, After August 9,the accommodations fee cannot berefunded and payment isrequired, Any registered attendee who does not cancel before the above date and does not attend the course isrequired topay their balance infull. Substitutions are accepted with advance notice.