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CITY OF RENTON
AGENDA - Committee of the Whole Meeting
4:00 PM - Monday, October 10, 2022
7th Floor Council Chambers/Videoconference
1. 2023/2024 BIENNIAL BUDGET
a) Presentation
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2023-2024
PROPOSED BUDGET
DEPARTMENT
PRESENTATIONS
OCTOBER 10,2022
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
DEPARTMENT SCHEDULE–OCTOBER 10TH
Equity Housing and Human Services
Police
Parks and Recreation
Executive
Municipal Court
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
DEPARTMENT SCHEDULE-OCTOBER 17TH
Public Works
Community and Economic Development
City Attorney
Human Resources & Risk Management
Finance
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EQUITY, HOUSING, AND
HUMAN SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
2023-2024 Budget
See department details starting on page 3-53
of the proposed budget document AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
THE EHHS DEPARTMENT
WAS ESTABLISHED AS OF
AUGUST 2021
“BUILD AN INCLUSIVE INFORMED CITY
WITH EQUITABLE OUTCOMES FOR ALL
IN SUPPORT OF SOCIAL, ECONOMICAL,
AND RACIAL JUSTICE”AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EQUITY,
HOUSING,
AND HUMAN
SERVICES
PROPOSED
BUDGET
Proposed Additions:
•Equity Manager position
•Additional $250K per year in human services funding
•$100K for housing opportunity funding
•Additional $45K for professional services
2021 2021 2022 2022 2023 2024
Adopted Actual Adopted Estimate Proposed Proposed
Operating Budget
Summary 1,493,644 3,298,257 1,522,001 5,886,441 3,672,672 3,706,897
Position Summary 7.50 10.50 7.50 11.00 12.00 12.00
Does not include House Bill 1590 funds
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023/2024 BUDGET REQUESTS
•Increase Human Services Funders Collaborative
(HSFC) grant funding with revenue recovery funds. $250,000
•Replenish established Housing Opportunity Fund
currently at a zero balance.$100,000
•Increase amount of funding dedicated to professional
services supporting Equity efforts and resources.$45,000
•One new FTE position dedicated to Equity in order to
transition from this work being done by a consultant.Equity Manager AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION-INCREASE OF
$250,000 DIRECT GRANTS PROVIDED AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
FUND
$100,000 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES
$45,000
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EQUITY
MANAGER
NEW FTE
POSITION
Title VI
Operationalizing
many years of
foundational equity
trainings with tools,
process, and
resources for staff.
Collaborate on
trainings for staff with
Organizational
Development
Manager, HR, and
other departments.
Collect and provide
analytics on city
efforts around equity
and regional efforts.
Provide Census
updates.
Build upon and
expand existing
relationships with
diverse community
groups.
Support efforts and
strategies around
equitable public
engagement efforts.
Create metrics and
reports that support
citywide equitable
efforts.
Support efforts
around accessibility
and physical barriers
affecting access or
communication.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EHHS DEPARTMENTAL
2021/2022
HIGHLIGHTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The great migration. The creation of the EHHS Department.
Partnered with the Renton Housing Authority to secure $9.5 million in public funds for the 75-unit Sunset Gardens affordable rental housing
project. The city allocated $1.5 million of that from the HB 1590 funds.
Executed the creation of the Equity Commission, putting into place its structure and processes following Robert’s Rule of Order.
Housing Repair Assistance Program (HRAP) served 148 homeowners.
Community Outreach Coordinator position was created and filled to build upon existing relationships with our community and expand to
reach those who have not connected with the city prior.
Managed and disbursed $ 2.1 million in one-time COVID-19 relief; CARES, and CDBG-CV.
Plan, Coordinated and executed the Multi-Cultural Festival after a two-year hiatus.
Re‐establish the Neighborhood Program’s staff liaison group which will offer residents city resources and a direct contact within the city, in
addition to the neighborhood program coordinator.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EHHS DEPARTMENTAL
2023/2024
HIGHLIGHTED GOALS
Create departmental analytics and narratives to capture impacts, gaps. and financial management.
Complete the human services needs assessment and create an implementation plan to execute recommendations.
Create a strategy for utilization of HB 1590 funds for council review and input, leveraging regional efforts, community organizations, and
businesses.
Conduct a refresh of the Mayor’s Inclusion Task Force and onboard new members who expand the outreach efforts to cultural groups not
currently represented on the Task Force.
Improve and update the Housing Repair Assistance Program’s computer software for accurate reporting on cost analysis of repairs and
maintenance to homes.
Develop and partner with existing community outreach efforts to support residents needing social services, mental health assistance, or
experiencing food insecurities.
Coordinate implementation of the Housing Action Plan through the existing interdepartmental Housing Action Team.
Coordinate and host four Neighborhood Program city picnics, with interdepartmental support and execution. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
QUESTIONS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
RENTON POLICE
DEPARTMENT
2023-2024 Budget
See department details starting on page 3-80
of the proposed budget document AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
POLICE
PROPOSED
BUDGET
Proposed additions:
•Communications & community engagement manager
•2 public records specialists
•4 commissioned officers
•$500K equipment
•$176K Valley Communications
2021 2021 2022 2022 2023 2024
Adopted Actual Adopted Estimate Proposed Proposed
Operating Budget Summary 42,530,483 41,412,792 43,642,136 48,626,347 49,328,345 51,334,423
Position Summary 163.40 164.00 163.40 164.00 171.00 171.00
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Mission:
Working together to provide professional and unbiased law enforcement services to our community.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
‘21-’22 Accomplishments
Hiring/Promotions
Outreach/Engagement/Programs
Technology
Training
Co-Responder Unit
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Downtown Patrol District
Provide a consistent presence to enforce violations of the
law, deter criminal activity, and assist community members
and businesses.
Addition of 4 commissioned FTEs
•2023 budget increase: $619,564
•2024 budget increase: $706,052 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Equipment
Update equipment and technology to increase public safety and department efficiency.
Increase budget for equipment acquisition
•2023 budget increase: $500,000
•2024 budget increase: $0
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Communication and Engagement
Responsible for the development and oversight of department’s communication and engagement strategic plan.
Integrating the department’s communication and public relations initiatives into a cohesive effort that conveys a consistent message in support of the mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives of the department.
Addition of 1 FTE
2023 budget increase: $180,570
2024 budget increase: $200,120 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Public Records
Increase records staff to meet the growing demand and complexity of public records requests.
Addition of 2 FTEs
•2023 budget increase: $262,359
•2024 budget increase: $263,968
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Valley Communications
Increased personnel costs, infrastructure, and building maintenance.
Addition to budget
•2023 budget increase: $0
•2024 budget increase: $176,000
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Questions?AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
PARKS & RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
2023-2024 Budget
See department details starting on page 3-94
of the proposed budget document AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
PARKS
&
RECREATION
PROPOSED
BUDGET
Proposed additions:
•3 parks maintenance positions & equipment
•3 additional vehicles for parks maintenance staff
•Parks capital investments
•$270K golf course operating costs
2021 2021 2022 2022 2023 2024
Adopted Actual Adopted Estimate Proposed Proposed
Operating Budget
Summary 18,568,906 14,734,916 19,025,438 20,621,296 19,571,438 20,071,128
CIP Budget Summary 3,838,533 6,913,791 2,528,162 30,941,906 1,071,216 1,940,216
Position Summary 74.50 75.25 74.50 75.50 76.50 75.50
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
PROMOTING A LIVEABLE, INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MISSION
To promote a more livable and inclusive community by
providing quality
recreation and events,
museum,
golf course,
planning & capital improvement projects,
modern parks and trails,
forestry program, and undisturbed natural areas.
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
•Parks Commission
•Renton Historical Society
•Renton Senior Citizen Advisory Committee
•Renton River Days Board
•Renton Sister Cities Association
•Maplewood Golf Course Men’s and Ladies’ Club Boards
Staff also participate in numerous city, community, regional, and state boards,
committees, service groups, and task forces to support plans and projects.
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ORGANIZATION
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Kelly Beymer -Parks and Recreation Administrator
Recreation
Director
Carrie Nass
Parks and Trails
Director
Cailín Hunsaker
Administrative
Secretary .2
Margie Beitner
Maplewood Golf Course
Manager
Steve Meyers
Parks Planning and
Natural Resources Director
Erica Schmitz
Renton History Museum
Manager
Elizabeth Stewart
Parks Maintenance
Manager
Steve Brown
Parks Maintenance
Supervisor
Dana Appel
Parks Maintenance
Supervisor
Bryce Goldmann
Program Coordinator
Carrie Olson
Program Coordinator
Teresa Nishi
Urban Forestry
Manager
Ian Gray
Capital Projects
Manager
Alan Wyatt
Capital Projects
Coordinator
Betsy Severtsen
Parks Planning
Manager
Jason Lederer
Administrative
Secretary
VACANT
Recreation
Manager
Jennifer Spencer
Recreation Supervisor
Sean Claggett
Recreation Supervisor
Sean Conway
Recreation Supervisor
Thomas Puthoff
Golf Course
Operations Assistant
Diane Wagner
Office Aide
Stephanie Snyder
Collection Manager
VACANT
Public Engagement
Coordinator
VACANT
Golf
Professional
Kirk Gleason
Golf Course
Superintendent
Tim Marrapodi
Administrative Assistant, Roberta Graver
Recreation Systems
Technician
Ryan Delfin
Administrative
Secretary .8
Margie Beitner
Total FTEs:76.5 (includes 6 vacancies)
Supplemental Staff: 124 (2022)AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ADMINISTRATION AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-22
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Reviewed Capital Projects to meet community needs and
budget opportunities
•Worked through department transition and services provided
•Hired/trained new Recreation Director, Parks Planning and
Natural Resources Director and Golf Course Manager
•Ongoing,continue to build stronger intra-departmental
partnerships to ensure and improve efficiency,
collaboration and responsible use of time, funds, and
resources
•Renaming of Renton Senior Activity Center in honor of
Don Persson
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•Complete construction of the Family First Community Center
•Complete identified Bond projects
•Assess opportunity to continue new round of Bond projects to meet the growing community needs.
•Complete division revision to surveys/process supporting Renton Results
•Continue to provide opportunities of engagement throughout the City’s diverse communities
•Continue to work through the ‘new normal’to provide innovative,creative,efficient
processes, programs, and events
•Update/revise the Interlocal Agreement with Renton School District for reciprocal field and facility use
•Hold management team retreat on leadership development in 2023
•Continue to identify alternative funding opportunities through grants,partnerships,and sponsors
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2023-24 HIGHLIGHTED GOALS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
RENTON
HISTORY
MUSEUM
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Organized and mounted seven temporary exhibits, on
topics ranging from a history of marriage in Renton to
refugees’ experiences in South King County, to life on the
Black and Cedar Rivers
•Expanded and enhanced online offerings during COVID-
19 closure
•Received grants from 4Culture, King County Council,
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2021-22 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Participated in the creation of the new online Historic
Renton Tree Tour with the Urban and Community
Forestry Division
•Renovated the north gallery as dedicated
programming space with assistance from 4Culture
and City of Renton Facilities Division
•Accepted the donation of 1,139 historic objects and
photographs, including a collection of rare glass plate
negatives
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MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-24 HIGHLIGHTED GOALS
•Support renewal of the Museum Management Agreement between the City of Renton and the
Renton Historical Society
•Rebuild volunteer program after pandemic losses
•Host a community-based Black History Month exhibit in winter 2023
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MORE GOALS
•Assist Parks Division in expanding historic interpretation in and about parks
•Revise the Museum’s Photo Reproduction Policy
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PARKS
AND
TRAILS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-22 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Continued COVID-19 protocols in parks and programs per State guidelines
•Continued interdepartmental efforts to establish/maintain irrigation in City right-of-ways
•Customized data reports and charts from City Works work management software
40AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Installed an AARP outdoor fitness area as part of Renton’s ‘Age‐Friendly City’ designation
•Partnered with United Way of King County and Renton School District to facilitate the Summer
Meals Program
•Utilized existing technology (ENERGOV) to create online process for the Veterans Memorial
Park engraved tile program
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MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Provided interdepartmental support for City‐hosted events such as Arbor Day/Earth Day, July 4
Celebration, and Renton River Days
•Provided training and opportunities for staff to stay current with certifications and licensing
•Updated informational signage and kiosks at Coulon Park and Earlington Park
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EXECUTED GRANTS
•AARP Outdoor Fitness Area Grant for equipment installation at North Highlands Park
•United Way of King County Summer Lunch Program in coordination with Renton School District
•King Conservation District Members Jurisdiction Grant to pay the City’s portion of the FEMA
Cedar Riverbank Stabilization project
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PARKS AND TRAILS
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DATA HIGHLIGHTS 2021
(COVID-year)
2022
(COVID recovery)
# Volunteers:
# Volunteer Hours Served:
282 people
771 hours
475 people
1,125 hours
# SNAP and SNAP Match Patrons at Renton
Farmers Market 503 455
Renton Farmers Market Vendor Sales:$ 313,951 $ 530,000
# Park Maintenance Work Orders
generated in Cityworks:11,127 6,986
(TYD 9/26/2022)AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Secure a location for a long-term Parks Maintenance
operations facility to replace the shop on Bronson Way N
•Complete FEMA project to stabilize Cedar River
embankment erosion next to the Cedar River Trail
•Determine park attendance and trends using mobile data
and applied demographic information
•Continue to increase participation in the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program/Market Bucks incentive at
Renton Farmers Market
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2023-24 GOAL HIGHLIGHTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Lead interdepartmental efforts to patrol, post, and clear
encampment sites on City‐owned properties
•Provide interdepartmental support for City‐hosted
events such as Arbor Day/Earth Day, July 4 Celebration,
and Renton River Days
•Refine data reports and charts to ‘tell our story’ from City
Works work management software
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MORE GOALS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-24 PARKS AND TRAILS
BUDGET PROPOSALS
1.The Parks and Trails Division is requesting an addition of one (1) full-time Lead Parks
Maintenance Worker position and two (2) Parks Maintenance Worker 2 positions to
manage three strategies: City-wide contracted groundskeeping, incorporating Crime
Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) into landscaping practices and
addressing encampment cleanups more directly.
2.And seeks an approval for three (3) Fleet vehicles to its Parks Maintenance
program to supply the resources needed for the eight (8) new full-time positions approved
in early 2020. Hiring and equipment purchases were delayed due to sudden COVID-19
restrictions.
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PARKS
PLANNING
AND
NATURAL
RESOURCES AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-22 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Sunset Neighborhood Park opened to the public
•Completed design and construction documents, secured permits and bid four Bond projects;
construction underway or beginning within the next month
•Applied for over $2.5 million in grant funding; 100% award success rate
•Initiating construction of Senior Outdoor Exercise Area Improvements
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MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Replaced play equipment at Coulon, Liberty, Kennydale Beach, and Cascade parks
•Initiated structural reviews for Coulon Park and system‐wide park bridges
•Completed Senior Activity Center paving repairs and accessibility improvements
•Renovated Teasdale Park Basketball Court
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“When I hear about a new playground
in Renton, I expect great things.
This is, after all, the city that gave us
showstopper playgrounds at Gene Coulon
Memorial Beach Park and Sunset
Neighborhood Park. Renton nailed it with
those two recent park revamps.” –Parent MapCredit: JIAYING GRYGIEL AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Updated citywide GIS Tree Inventory database
•Adopted 10-year Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP)
•Created Historic Tree Tour and Story Map in downtown Renton
•Engaged community with Arbor Day Celebration and ongoing research project
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State Legislative Direct Appropriation Grant
Coulon North Water Walk Improvements $1.3M
King County Parks Capital and Open Space Grant
Coulon North Water Walk Improvements $481,050
King County Conservation Futures Program (grant & reimbursement)
May Creek Acquisition $305,181
Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant
through the WA State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO)
Coulon Trestle Bridge Replacement
$500,000
State RCO Grant Application
Tennis/Pickleball Court and Parking Lot Improvements at Talbot Hill
Reservoir Park
$350,000
(pending award)
Total Award Funds $2,936,231
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EXECUTED GRANTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-24 GOAL HIGHLIGHTS
•Implement new Urban Forestry Management Plan with
enhanced tree planting and tree maintenance
•Complete an Urban Forest Tree Canopy Cover
Assessment
•Complete structural review report for Coulon Park and
system‐wide park bridges and identify capital
improvement priorities based on results
53AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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MORE GOALS
•Continue Inter‐agency coordination:
•WSDOT I-405 Renton to Bellevue Project
•Seattle Public Utilities Broodstock Collection Facility
•King County Parks Soos Creek Trail
•King County Eastrail
•And with WA Department of Natural Resources for the
Sam Chastain Trail easement
•Continue interdepartmental coordination on development
review, plan implementation and long-range planning
efforts and special projects AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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•Complete construction of the four ongoing Bond projects:
•Kiwanis Park Improvements
•Philip Arnold Park Improvements
•Coulon Trestle Bridge Replacement
•Coulon North Water Walk Renovation
•Replace play equipment at Maplewood, Windsor Hill, and Glencoe Parks
•May Creek Trail corridor acquisition
•Cedar River Trail Flood Disaster Repairs (Parks and Trails)
2023-24 BUDGET PROPOSAL: CAPITAL
DECISION PACKAGE DETAIL, PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 5-10 OF THE BUDGET BOOK
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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•Complete Coulon Swim Beach assessments
•Complete repairs to the Liberty Park Sports Courts and Skate Park
•City Hall turf replacement and drainage evaluation (Parks and Trails)
•Design, permit, and begin construction on Talbot Hill Tennis/Pickleball Court and
Parking Lot Improvements project (likely to receive grant)
•Commence design development for May Creek Trail South Trail and apply for
grant funding to support construction phase
•Continue collaboration with King County on extending Eastrail South to Coulon
Park, with funding from the Move Ahead Washington program
•Cedar River Trestle Bridge Structural Assessment: timber approach and steel
bridge structures.
2023-24 BUDGET PROPOSAL: CAPITAL CONTINUED
DECISION PACKAGE DETAIL, PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 5-10 OF THE BUDGET BOOK
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-24 BUDGET
KEY NEEDS NOT CURRENTLY FUNDED
IN 2023-24 CIP BUDGET:
•Pavement repairs to Coulon Park Trail and Cedar River Trail
•Parks Recreation and Natural Areas Plan update: if not
updated, grant eligibility will be lost
•Initial studies to support development of Cleveland
Richardson and May Creek Park properties;
•Recently notified by WA Recreation Conservation Office
that these must be developed per grant requirements
from acquisition
•Coulon shoreline erosion: if worsens, walking trail could
be in jeopardy
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RECREATION
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-22 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Leveraged technology to improve the following business processes and customer experience:
•Converted boat launch permitting to an online process
•Developed and implemented online and mobile check‐in process for patrons and
recreation building usage, to better quantify numbers served, and enhance safety for
patrons
•Utilized existing technology (ENERGOV) to create online process for Temporary Event
Permits
59AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Quickly adapted operations and programs to COVID-19 restrictions by activating virtual, drive-
thru, and human service programs
•Drive thru events, virtual programs and classes
•Largest food drive-thru pick-up and delivery site for seniors in king county, in partnership
with Sound Generations
•Held numerous food and blood drives for community
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MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Recruited, hired, trained and onboarded eight new full-time recreation staff
•Equity and inclusivity goals:
o Finalized Age‐Friendly Renton action plan. Implementation of action plan to start in 2023.
o Updated sports field and gymnasium allocation process to ensure equitable access with
Renton residency as a priority, and opportunity for emerging sports and organizations who
serve youth and vulnerable populations.
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RECREATION
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DATA HIGHLIGHTS 2021
(limited operations)
2022
(YTD 9/2022)
# of visits at Henry Moses Aquatic Center 20,605 45,912
# of Participants registered for programs 20,610 25,997
# of Recreation Clients in XPLOR Recreation
Database 36,000 53,074 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EXECUTED GRANTS
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King County Best Starts for Kids Grant
STREAM Team, out‐of‐school program $173,507
Assoc. of WA Cities Summer Experiences and Enrichment for Kids Grant
Outdoor-based summer programming and camps for youth $129,472
Veterans, Seniors, Human Services Levy funded Grant
Outreach and program development with diverse and isolated seniors $115,384
King Co. Aquatics Grant
Feasibility study to maintain and enhance Henry Moses Aquatic Center $100,000
AARP FitLot Grant
Senior Fitness Programming $11,030
King County Parks Youth Sports Grant
Adaptive Recreation equipment and scholarships $10,000
Total Award Funds $440,000 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Activate Liberty Park Building with environmental and
other recreation programming
•Develop ongoing funding source for Gift of Play
Scholarship program
•Hold annual community forum regarding recreation
programs and opportunities, to solicit feedback to best
meet the needs of the community
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2023-24 GOAL HIGHLIGHTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
•Expand Henry Moses Aquatic Center season, by offering
targeted programming and rentals in spring and fall
•Work with Facilities Division and consultants to secure
funding to maintain and enhance Henry Moses Aquatic
Center
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MORE GOALS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MAPLEWOOD
GOLF
COURSE
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-22 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Added electronic tee sheet for online tee time booking
•Added fly over videos and new aerial photos on web
site and new promotional signage
•In 2021, remained open every day through Covid
pandemic with low staffing levels and processed over
55,500 rounds
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•Converted driving range light poles with an LED retro fit
•Converted parking lot light poles with energy efficient
LED fixtures
•Purchased 60 new golf carts
•Installed new protective netting around the Driving
Range
MORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-24 HIGHLIGHTED GOALS
•Fire protection re-piping: replace exposed sprinkler pipe in the cart storage area
•Replace ball washing and dispensing machine in the Driving Range
•Renovate tee boxes ( #6, #9, #12, #18)
•Achieve a minimum 85% good to excellent rating for Golf Course conditions, value of Driving
Range, and level of service in the Pro-Shop
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•Purchase new mowers and equipment to replace aging fleet
•Upgrade HVAC controls in the Clubhouse
•Begin plan and assessment for replacement of Driving Range artificial turf and fencing
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MORE GOALS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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Fee Increase proposals in Red to support Enterprise Fund –based on Competitive Market Analysis
Fees 2022 2023 2024
18-Hole Weekday $41 $43 $43
9-Hole Weekday $20 $32 $33
18-Hole Weekday, Sr.$31 $34 $34
9-Hole Weekday, Sr.$23 $26 $26
18-Hole Weekday, Jr.$25 $25 $26
9-Hole Weekday, Jr.$19 $19 $20
18-Hole Weekend $48 $50 $50
9-Hole Weekend $30 $32 $35
Club Rental-Regular $30 $30 $35
Club Rental-Premium $60 $60 $65
Golf Cart Fees-18-Hole $36 $36 $38
Golf Cart Fees-9-Hole $24 $24 $26
2023-24 BUDGET PROPOSALS
Fees 2022 2023 2024
Half Cart, 18-Hole $18 $18 $19
Half Cart, 9-Hole $12 $12 $13
Driving Range, Lg Bucket $12 $13 $14
Driving Range, Sm Bucket $9 $10 $11
Driving Range, Warm Up Bkt $6 $6 $7
Lessons-1/2 hr Private $55 $55 $60
Lessons 1 hr Private $80 $80 $90
Lessons ½ hr Series Private $200 $200 $220
Lessons 1 hr Series Private $300 $300 $330
Lessons Group Series $140 $140 $160
Lessons ½ hr Private, Jr.$35 $35 $40
Playing Lesson Per Hole $25 $25 $30 AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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QUESTIONS AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EXECUTIVE
DEPARTMENT
2023-2024 Budget
See department details starting on page 3-9
of the proposed budget document AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MAYOR'S OFFICE
MISSION AND GOALS
The Mayor's Office provides leadership and management for
the City of Renton government to take strategic action,
implement decisions efficiently and accurately,and apply city
policies uniformly to achieve city goals expeditiously.
The Mayor’s Office includes:the Office of the Mayor,Chief
Administrative Officer,and Intergovernmental Relations
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MAYOR'S OFFICE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND GOALS
MAYOR’S OFFICE
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Successfully advocated for Renton’s legislative priorities with regional, state, and federal
representatives
•Strengthened partnerships and collaborative relationships with neighboring cities, county,
and regional partners
•Reorganized the city departments to elevate and better align key operations in support of
our business plan goals
•Established a new department to align our efforts around Equity, Housing, and Human
Services, and facilitated a public process to install the first members of our Equity
Commission.
•Ensured continuity of city service delivery to the city through the pandemic
•Provided legislative and financial support to our community through multiple funding
mechanisms
•Welcomed exciting new business partners to the city that will have an impact for generations
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MAYOR’S OFFICE
2023/2024
GOALS
•Support the Mayor and Council, coordinating the input of
Department Administrators, in continuous refinement of the
City’s business plan.
•Ensure progress towards City’s goals and objectives by
appropriately placing authority, assigning accountability, and
monitoring performance.
•Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the City’s
annual budget, comprehensive plan, and business and
operational plans.
•Assess the character of city services and programs and
prepare recommendations to City Council to guide decisions
on the level of effort and resources allocated to each.
•Ensure that resident concerns are addressed accurately,
sensitively, and in a timely manner. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EXECUTIVE
SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
Established August 2021
•Communications & Engagement
•Information Technology
•Emergency Management
•Office of the City Clerk
•Organizational Development and Performance AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EXECUTIVE
SERVICES
PROPOSED
BUDGET
Proposed additions:
•Communications specialist II
•.375 print and mail assistance
•$513K software and professional services
•$112K court public defenders
•Limited term business systems analyst
•Information Technology capital investments
2021 2021 2022 2022 2023 2024
Adopted Actual Adopted Estimate Proposed Proposed
Operating Budget
Summary 12,545,173 11,250,399 12,798,407 17,798,616 14,480,224 14,789,650
IT CIP Budget Summary 334,000 237,601 325,000 4,931,797 1,040,000 975,000
Position Summary 39.63 40.63 39.63 41.63 44.00 44.00
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EXECUTIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
MISSION AND PURPOSE
ESD Mission:We leverage and build upon our strengths to optimize the
work of the city while it visible and accessible to all.
The Executive Services Department includes five divisions:
•Communication and Engagement
•Information Technology
•Emergency Management
•City Clerk and Public Records
•Organizational Development and Performance
Our shared purpose is to support city operations in their work toward the
goals adopted in our business plan.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
METRICS
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2015 Results 2016 Results 2017 Results 2018 Results 2019 Results 2020 Results 2021 Results
Safety and Health
Encouragement of a self
reliant community through
programs and education.
Number of Emergency Management
Accreditation Program (EMAP)
standards that are met completely or
partially met and currently in progress,
as a measure of emergency
management excellence and indication
of preparedness.
new 2019 new 2019 new 2019 new 2019 25%55%86%
Residents rating the quality and
accessibility of City services as "good"
or better.
no data next survey
2017 no data next survey
2019
survey
canceled
survey
canceled
next survey
2023
Percent of survey responses that rate
the City's job of keeping residents
informed as "good" or better.
65%next survey
2017 67%next survey
2019
survey
canceled
survey
canceled
next survey
2023
Opportunities for the public
to engage and influence City
government.
Number of Legislative documents
(agenda, minutes, ordinances,
resolutions, etc) published &
available.
148 121 140 173 204 155 114
Number of Public Records Requests
(City general requests/non-police)332 616 678 608 691 628 648
Number of internal documents
(contracts including lease agreements,
MOU's, etc.) that are executed and
recorded.
722 725 714 874 693 740 655
Training hours/learning opportunities
provided per FTE will increase.new 2019 new 2019 299 1,203 hours 4,381 hours 4,404 hours 2,382 hours
Internally provided training and
development opportunities are rated
as "good" or better by attendees.
new 2019 new 2019 new 2019 new 2019 90%97%97%
Functional work environment.
Percent of system availability (network
"uptime") as provided by System
Services.
99%97%99%99%99%98%99%
Highly qualified, healthy,
well trained, and productive
workforce.
Representative
Government
Internal Support
Policy and fiscal
accountability.
Policy and program decisions
reflecting community values.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT
MISSION AND PURPOSE
The Communications and Engagement Division supports the
City of Renton’s Business Plan and strategic goals through
collaboration and coordination of communication efforts with
all departments to inform and engage with the community.
Communications Division’s core services are designed to
provide Renton residents,customers,businesses,and visitors
with relevant information in a timely manner that creates
opportunities for participation and encourages engagement
as a member of a thriving community.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT DIVISION
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Assessed city-wide communication platforms, tools, and practices
to inform a strategic plan for developing policies and procedures,
increase customer service capacity of the division, and enhance
opportunities for engagement with the city
•Assessed city-wide engagement strategies in order to further
inform the divisions’ strategic plan as well as provide a toolkit of
standardized best practices for communication and engagement
for all departments
•Launched a pilot digital engagement platform to expand
opportunities for two-way dialogue in order to determine if it is an
enhancement to our communications and engagement efforts and
can be expanded more broadly
•Filled a long-vacant Digital Communications position
•Currently conducting search for new division director
•Initiated a cross-departmental Social Media Content
group to improve awareness of tools available through
Communications, for general coordination of
messaging, and problem-solving
•In partnership with Organizational Development,
rebooted a cross-departmental Community
Engagement and Outreach workgroup to share
information on events, and find opportunities to
collaborate and coordinate efforts
•Provided successful communications support for city
celebrations and events and supported departments
hosting events such as ribbon cuttings, dedications,
groundbreakings, and other events
•Modernized and coordinated social media practices
that benefit all departments, including providing
metrics for analysis AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
COMMUNICATIONS &
ENGAGEMENT
2023/2024
GOALS
•Finalize a five-year strategic plan that will modernize the City’s communication and
engagement with the public to be aligned with the mission of the division, department, and
City
•Develop policies and procedures that support contemporary, standardized practices for
communication and engagement for the City
•In partnership with Organizational Development, provide training to city staff on
communication and engagement standards, policies, and best practices
•In partnership with IT, upgrade and redesign the City’s website
•In partnership with IT and Organizational Development, display and share data and metrics
that are available within the City’s information systems that speak to the goals of the
business plan
•Expand the digital engagement platform (if pilot is successful)
•Actively use data analytics to regularly inform effective communications
•Enhance media relations to achieve regional and local coverage on key issues
•Enhance Channel 21 productions with more robust programming
•Continue to prepare and train for possible large-scale emergencies in partnership with
Emergency Management
•Support staff development to ensure strategies will remain fresh, modern, and innovative AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
MISSION AND PURPOSE
The Information Technology (IT)Division,in support of the City’s
priorities,provides comprehensive IT solutions and services to all
departments,enabling optimal City operations and services.
IT’s core services include supporting customers through
technology innovations and maintenance in support of network
infrastructure,cybersecurity,business applications systems,
Geographic Information Systems,equipment such as computers,
copier/printers,scanners,mobile devices,etc.,and business and
operations administration.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Developed a Capital Improvement Plan that will secure
funding for aging IT investments
•Assisted Police in implementing a body camera and in-car
video system for police
•Implemented an Airport Management system for the
Renton Municipal Airport
•Implemented an online application for Veterans Memorial
Park
•Implemented an online grants application system for
neighborhood grants
•Streamlined and automated the warrant process through
the document management system for courts and police
•Configured the permitting system to accept online
rental registrations
•Reconfigured the permitting system to accept online utility and right
of way permits
•Improved and expanded public Wi-Fi at our community centers (in
progress)
•Completed Disaster Recovery assessment
•Deployed new Enterprise GIS platform
•Deployed new version of the COR Maps application
•Developed numerous CAD and crime dashboards to support
internal reporting and analysis
•Implemented technology solutions to improve hybrid work AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
2023/2024
GOALS
•Complete the IT Strategic plan and begin implementing recommendations
•Begin process for ERP Replacement
•Begin implementation of Disaster Recovery Infrastructure
•Replace Rentonwa.gov Content Management System
•Expand public Wi-Fi to downtown core area
•Establish a framework for data-driven dashboards
•Significantly expand the use of dedicated GIS web applications and
dashboards to provide better information to both City staff and the
general public
•Improve A/V systems at community centers
•Replace phone system
Budget Proposal:
•Increase the information technology budget by $163 thousand
in 2023 to support the finance ERP Transition project with one
limited term employee for project management and information
technology support.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|CITY CLERK
MISSION AND PURPOSE
The City Clerk Division's mission and purpose is to encourage civic
education and participation,and to create a climate and culture of
openness and transparency in Renton City government through
effective facilitation of the legislative process,and through
accountable stewardship of public information and official City
records.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|CITY CLERK
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Managed the Council Chambers technology replacement and enhancement project that included
the decommissioning of the old equipment and installation of new video monitors, microphones, cameras,
broadcasting equipment, and production software,and established a new video-on-demand streaming service for
Renton's Channel 21
•Submitted the 2020 and 2021 Joint Legislative Audit & Review Committee (JLARC) reports, used to inform the
State of the City's compliance with the Public Records Act two months prior to the annual deadline
•Automated digital records-keeping processes via Laserfiche for several key lines of business across the City
•Enhanced digital recording procedures for certain document types with the King County Recorder's office
•Enhanced electronic contract routing procedures for City contracts
•Enhanced City Clerk Policy and Procedures including Records Management and Public Records Processing
policies
•Trained Volunteer board and commission members on the Public Records Act, the Open Public Meetings Act,
records retention requirements, and hybrid in-person/virtual meeting requirements AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
CITY CLERK
2023/2024
GOALS
•Develop and implement a Five-Year Strategic Plan
•Fully implement the RMS functionality of Laserfiche by end of 2024
•Implement at least one line of business in Laserfiche for every department
•Scan all permanent, vital, and historical records into Laserfiche for long-term maintenance
•Enhance the Records and Information Management (RIM) program by implementing a new
program that reduces costs and improves record-keeping,provides adequate protection
for City records, and preserves historical records
•Improve the Hearing Examiner calendaring process
•Update the City procurement policy in collaboration with the Finance and City Attorney
departments
Budget Proposal:
•Increase the city clerk budget by $149 thousand to
accommodate the King County election costs and software
applications necessary for public records administration. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT & PERFORMANCE
MISSION AND PURPOSE
To provide leadership,direction,training,and expertise to
facilitate systemic,team,and individual improvement
throughout the organization.
•Employee Engagement •Organizational Awareness
•Employee Development •Team Facilitation
•Process Improvement •Internal Communications
•Data Analysis & Metrics •Equity & Inclusion
•Project Management •Customer Service
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|ORGANIZATONAL DEVELOPMENT & PERFORMANCE
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Lean Belting Programs
•Culture Orientation for New Employees
•Results Based Accountability (RBA) Performance Measure Project
•Technology Training
•Mentorship, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence Workshops
•Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Regional Engagement and Training
•Mental Health Resources, Workshops, and Support
•High Performing Organization (HPO) Training AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
ORGANIZATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT &
PERFORMANCE
2023/2024
GOALS
•Emergency Management Internal Communications Project
•Equity Lens in Project Management
•City-Wide Community Survey
•Performance Measure Update Project
•Lean Six Sigma Belting Programs
•Leadership Academy and HPO Expansion
•Executive Services Work Order System Project
•Customer Service Processes, Accessibility, and Inclusivity of City Services
•Technology Training and Application Development
•Communications and Engagement Standards, Policies and Procedures,
and Best Practices
Budget Proposal:
•Transfer of $30 thousand in discretionary city-wide training
dollars from the human resources budget to organizational
development to support the training and development efforts
now led by the organizational development manager. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
MISSION AND PURPOSE
Throughout the entire emergency management cycle of
•Prevention
•Mitigation
•Preparedness
•Response
•Recovery
Emergency Management is:
“Fostering a culture of preparedness and community self-sufficiency.
Working inclusively with our diverse community to coordinate effective
disaster response.Preparing our whole community to be uniquely resilient
through adversity and recovery.”AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
2021/2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•24/7 EOC Duty Officer responded to: 12 weather
emergencies, 1 transportation emergency, and…
•Local COVID response and recovery activities, with
advocacy for Renton needs and priorities
•Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan,
one-third revision
•Continuity of Operations Plan review and partial
revision
•Inclusive Emergency Communication Plan
revision, to communicate with our diverse
community
•Cedar Falls Dam Failure Evacuation planning
coordination
•Expanded/revised EOC SOPs, with WebEOC
integration and EOC position-specific training
•Cascadia Rising Exercise, including a
functional amateur radio exercise for volunteers
•Integrated Emergency Management Course
coordination in Emmitsburg, MD for almost 60
City staff and partner agency representatives
•Annual emergency preparedness campaign
•Public Assistance grant activity coordination for
2020 flood damages (approx. $8M of projects)
•Funding for several resilience-related projects
for other departments and agency partners AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
ESD
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
2023/2024
GOALS
•Relaunch and expand the Renton Emergency
Preparedness Academy to include virtual options
•Renew the City’s StormReady designation by meeting all
requirements for that distinction
•Complete revision and formal adoption of the
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, including
the Recovery Framework
•Complete revision and formal adoption of the Continuity
of Operations Plan
•Conduct an annual review of the Hazard Mitigation Plan
•Conduct an EOC functional exercise
•Migrate EOC training to online platform delivery to
increase accessibility and participation AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
SUMMARY OF
PROPOSED
INCREASES
•IT
Increase the information technology budget by $163 thousand in 2023 to support the
finance ERP Transition project with one limited-term employee for project management
and information technology support.
•Communications & Engagement
Increase the communications & engagement budget by $212 thousand with one full
time employee and additional funds for contracted services to expand the capacity of
the division.
•Clerk and Public Records
Increase the city clerk budget by $149 thousand to accommodate the King County
election costs and software applications necessary for public records administration.
•Organizational Development
Transfer of $30 thousand in discretionary city-wide training dollars to organizational
development from the human resources budget to support the training and
development efforts now led by the organizational development manager.
•Other/Admin
Add one-time funding of $125 thousand for executive services administration for
contracted support in data report writing services and contracted services to support
the reduction of work backlog created by long-term vacancies and pandemic-related
disruptions and program improvements throughout the department. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
QUESTIONS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
RENTON MUNICIPAL
COURT
2023-2024 Budget
See department details starting on page 3-33
of the proposed budget document AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MUNICIPAL
COURT
PROPOSED
BUDGET
Proposed additions:
•No new changes
2021 2021 2022 2022 2023 2024
Adopted Actual Adopted Estimate Proposed Proposed
Operating Budget
Summary 3,102,930 2,622,084 3,215,462 3,646,622 3,395,240 3,563,092
Position Summary 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 17.00
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
RENTON MUNICIPAL COURT
Mission:
The mission of the Renton Municipal Court, as an independent and impartial branch of our community’s
government, is to resolve matters fairly and impartially, ensure the protection of rights and liberties of all
individuals, deliver accessible and inclusive justice and ensure a dignified forum to build public confidence
and trust in the court system.
Vision:
Renton Municipal Court advances justice for all who come before it.We are an innovative, efficient, and
accessible court system committed to balancing accountability and therapeutic models of justice.We work
collaboratively with justice partners to serve the community of Renton with integrity and transparency.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
THE
TEAM
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
SUPPORTING THE
CITY OF RENTON
BUSINESS PLAN
Provide a safe,
healthy vibrant
community
1
Build an inclusive
informed city with
equitable outcomes
for all in support of
social, economic, and
racial justice
2
Meet service
demands and
provide high quality
customer service
3
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Community Court –Commencement of Renton’s first
Therapeutic Court
Youth Traffic Court –Commencement of Renton’s first
youth restorative justice model
Implemented weekly mental health calendars for a
consistent and coordinated approach to a complex issue
Expanding online public portals with e-filing and
interactive forms AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
2023-2024
GOALS
Expand court programs to improve accessibility to court and services, including
therapeutic programsExpand
Increase availability and access to jail alternativesIncrease
Implement procedural justice initiativesImplement
Develop additional opportunities for community inclusionDevelop AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
EMERGING
CHALLENGES
•Navigating future changes to COVID impact
•Implementing increased language translation functions to
court signs, court orders, handouts and instructions
beyond the top 3 Renton languages
•Developing in-house options to increasing mental health,
domestic violence and drug related charges.AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
QUESTIONS
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
REMAINING
BUDGET
ACTIVITIES
October 17th –Committee of the Whole–4pm
•Department presentations
October 17th –Regular Council Meeting –7pm
•Public hearing on revenue sources and proposed
2023-2024 budget
October 24th –Committee of the Whole –TBD
•Finish remaining department presentations, if needed
•Council deliberation/committee report
October 24th –Regular Council Meeting –7 pm
•Public hearing
November 7th –Regular Council Meeting –7 pm
•Adopt committee report
•1st reading of 2023-2024 budget ordinance
•1st reading 2023 property tax levy ordinance
•2023-2024 utility rate and user fee ordinance
November 14th –Regular Council Meeting –7 pm
•2nd reading & enactment all budget-related legislation
•Fee schedule resolution AGENDA ITEM #1. a)