5.03 Discussion Regarding the Possible Hiring of an Economic Development ConsultantFile #: 20-92, Item #: 5.3
City of Westminster
Westminster City Council
Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Thru: Sherry Johnson, Interim City Manager
From: Sherry Johnson, Interim City Manager
Requested by: Mayor Tri Ta
Reviewed by: Erin Backs, Acting Finance Director
Prepared by: Sherry Johnson, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT:
8200 Westminster Boulevard
Westminster, California
92683
Meeting Date: 5/13/2020
Discussion Regarding the Possible Hiring of an Economic Development Consultant.
RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
Mayor Ta recommends that the City Council consider the feasibility of hiring an economic
development consultant and discuss and provide direction regarding pursuing potential consultants.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Mayor Ta expresses that, since the departure of Assistant City Manager Chet Simmons earlier this
year, the City no longer has one individual focused on economic development in the city. In light of
the current economic environment created by the coronavirus pandemic, he thinks it is more
important than ever for the City to have someone who is experienced in economic development,
helping the City maximize positive future development and revenues for the City. Although the City
already has individuals in the community development department, he feels the City needs someone
who is experienced and solely focused on this task. Mayor Ta requests the City Council to discuss
and provide direction regarding hiring an economic development consultant or specialist for the City.
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File #: 20-92, Item #: 5.3
FISCAL IMPACT:
Meeting Date: 5/13/2020
There is no fiscal impact at this time. However, if the City Council directs staff to pursue quotes from
potential consultants, costs will be determined at that time, and funding would come from the
Economic Development Fund (401).
ATTACHMENTS:
1. None.
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