City Council

City Hall Meeting Minutes 601 4th Avenue E Olympia, WA 98501 City Council Information: 360.753.8244 Saturday, January 14, 2017 9:00 AM LOTT Board Room, 500 Adams Street NE Special Meeting - Council Retreat 1. ROLL CALL Present: 7 - Mayor Cheryl Selby, Mayor Pro Tem Nathaniel Jones, Councilmember Jessica Bateman, Councilmember Jim Cooper, Councilmember Clark Gilman, Councilmember Julie Hankins and Councilmember Jeannine Roe 2. BUSINESS ITEM 2.A 17-0040 2017 City Council Retreat Facilitator Kendra Dahlen welcomed Councilmembers and began the day with brainstorming breakout sessions to identify the ingredients for effective and enjoyable working relationships. Ms. Dahlen facilitated a discussion of roles and responsibilities of Councilmembers, City staff, Advisory Boards, Partners and Stakeholders, Community and Public and Council Committees. The group also discussed meeting management and challenges. During the lunch hour, Councilmembers took a walking tour to visit several local businesses. The Councilmembers reviewed and discussed Council Committee assignments. In discussion, it was discovered the Committee assignments are a two year commitment and do not need to be reviewed every year. Councilmember Bateman was added to the LEOFF 1 Disability Board, and Councilmember Roe stepped down from that role. Economic Development Director Renee Sunde gave highlights of economic development in the City and 2016 accomplishments. Ms. Dahlen wrapped up the meeting and discussed next steps. Councilmembers discussed the topics and asked clarifying questions throughout the day. The discussion was completed. City of Olympia Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes January 14, 2017 3. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m. City of Olympia Page 2