The Council held a committee meeting last Tuesday focusing on three topics - the first being the American Federal Rescue Plan Act of 2021. COO Malisa Files presented the plan.
As you know, the federal American Rescue Plan of 2021 is a huge $1.9 trillion COVID-19 recovery program. $300 billion is targeted for state and local aid. (including Redmond?) $130 billion will be split equally between counties and cities. (including Redmond?) $65 billion goes to localities. Redmond gets ~$15.6, half by May 10th, the remainder in 2022.
Ms. Files didn't mention King County executive Dow Constantine's $600 million COVID-19 recovery plan. About half of the funds are allocated to public health and rental assistance; some may spill over to cities.
Where's the greatest need in Redmond for COVID recovery funds? Relief for small businesses and nonprofits have been targeted first and foremost. Tourism, travel and hospitality are also in need. Hazard pay for essential workers, local government losses, and investment in water, sewer and broadband infrastructure were identified.
-- Bob Yoder, 3/25/2021
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