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File Number: 23-421 and focus groups ·Community Workshops to gain input on community vision, goals and priorities ·“SWOT” Analysis highlighting challenges and opportunities in attracting and retaining businesses, developing opportunity sites and improving specific areas. ·Economic Development Strategy that includes specific strategies for the City overall and for specific business subareas, ·Implementation Work Plan Matrix that identifies specific actions, schedule and phasing, necessary resources and staffing, and potential funding sources The development of the Economic Development Strategy is anticipated to take 12-15 months. The estimated budget and contract amount at this time is $120,000. However, staff anticipates that additional areas of research, outreach or deliverables may be identified through the development of the Strategy. Additional Economic Development ARPA funding is available, and staff recommends that contract amendments up to 25%, or $150,000, should be authorized for negotiation by the City Manager or her designee at this time. This flexibility will allow for a higher quality and more complete Strategy. Staff recommends the approval of a resolution to authorize a $120,000 Consulting Services Agreement with Strategic Economics, which includes the authorization for contract amendments up to 25% (see Attachment A). The scope of services and budget for the project are included in Attachment B. Previous Actions ·Resolution No. 2016-457 - Adoption of the San Leandro 2035 General Plan, including Economic Development Element - September 19, 2016 ·Resolution No. 2021-150 - Adoption of ARPA Budget for Fiscal Years 21-22 and 22-23 and Authorizing the City Manager to Approve Carryovers/Unspent ARPA Funds to Future Fiscal Years’ Budgets - November 1, 2021 Applicable General Plan Policies ·Action ED-1.11.A: Economic Development Strategy Updates - Periodically update and revise the City’s Economic Development Strategy in response to changing market conditions and economic trends. ·Action ED-4.1.A: Retail Action Strategy - Develop a Retail Action Strategy, including evaluations of retail shopping patterns and leakage to other communities in particular sectors. The Strategy should include programs to retain San Leandro’s retailers, and attract new retailers in under-represented sectors. Legal Analysis This Agreement was reviewed by the City Attorney and approved as to form. The consultant has agreed to the terms of the contract. Financial Impacts Page 3 City of San Leandro Printed on 9/13/2023