Tourism Commission

Tourism Commission Agenda January 27, 2026, at 3:30 PM Mayor’s Boardroom Participation Options: Tourism Commission meetings have returned to in-person but can also be attended virtually online or by phone by using the meeting information below. Virtual Meeting Link: Join the meeting By Phone: +1 929-352-1870,,919195971# United States (ID: 919 195 971#) ID/ Password: Meeting ID: 239 089 356 077 02 / Passcode: ZY9J4CS6 Tourism Commission Members Christine Jenkins, Craig Jewell, Kevin Coleman, Marc Blake, Matt Lesinski, Nick Kelly, Peter Frazier, Sara Holliday, Stephanie Morrell, and Todd Elsworth Call to Order 1. Roll Call 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes Vote to Approve Agenda Items 1. Bellingham Fan Zone & Downtown Activation and Beautification Grant Proposals Vote to Approve 2. Signature Event Updates Information/Discussion 3. 2026 Tourism Commission & Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Elections Information/Discussion Other Business 1. Public Comment Period During this time, citizens may take up to three (3) minutes to address the members about any topic not on the agenda. 2. For the Good of the Order, Legislative Issues, and Announcements Next Scheduled Tourism Commission Meeting Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Accessibility: The City of Bellingham complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Elevator access to the second floor is available at City Hall’s west entrance. Hearing assistance is available, and a receiver may be checked out through the clerk prior to the meeting. For additional accommodations, contact Taylor Webb at 360-778-8300 (voice), 711 (WA State Relay), or tourism@cob.org at least 3 days prior to the meeting.