HomeMy WebLinkAbout5815RESOLUTION NO. 6816
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO THE
ENDORSEMENT OF THE KENT VALLEY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AIR AND SPACE MANUFACTURING
ROUNDTABLE
WHEREAS, Green River College and Renton Technical College, as mission driven
institutions of higher education and talent development, recognize the value of strong
collaboration between aerospace leaders and the alignment of training and programs with
industry growth;
WHEREAS, The Auburn, Kent, and Renton School Districts are the starting point
for student career exploration and contribute to the development of workforce education
programs by fostering career connections between K-12 education, postsecondary
pathways, and the aerospace industry;
WHEREAS, The public sector leaders representing the cities of Auburn, Kent,
Tukwila, and Renton, along with Kent Valley education leaders, recognize the need for a
strategic initiative aimed at addressing challenges and opportunities within Kent Valley's
aerospace industry;
WHEREAS, The Next Generation Sector Partnerships model has demonstrated
success in facilitating collaboration between business leaders, educators, and
government entities to address industry challenges and promote economic vitality and
sustainability;
WHEREAS, The creation of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing
Roundtable provides an efficient platform for industry leaders to collectively address
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workforce and talent development, drive legislative agendas, and promote economic
vitality and sustainability within the aerospace industry;
WHEREAS, Participation from industry leaders is essential for success of the Kent
Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable as Kent Valley employers are creating
the jobs of the future and their guidance is critical to shaping the aerospace industry's
talent pipeline.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that Green River and Renton Technical Colleges,
and the Auburn, Kent and Renton School Districts hereby invite establishment of the Kent
Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable to build stronger partnerships, foster
collaboration, and expand equitable access to our region's best jobs;
Be it further resolved that Kent Valley employers represented by C-suite
executives, were invited to join the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable,
and participate in the inaugural launch meeting held in October 2024, as well as
subsequent biannual meetings and Action Teams;
Be it further resolved that the cities of Auburn, Kent, Renton, and Tukwila express
their support for the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing
Roundtable and commit to working collaboratively with the Auburn, Kent and Renton
School Districts, as well as Green River and Renton Technical Colleges, and industry
partners to ensure its success;
Be it further resolved that the Auburn, Kent and Renton School Districts, Green
River, and Renton Technical Colleges, along with the city mayors, extend their sincere
appreciation to Kent Valley Air and Space Industry employers for considering this
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opportunity to collaborate and shape the future of the air and space manufacturing
industry and region.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. The Mayor is authorized to implement those administrative
procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this Resolution.
Section 2. This Resolution will take effect and be in full force on passage and
signatures.
Dated and Signed this 3rd day of March, 2025.
CITY OF AUBURN
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NANCY BACK S YOR
ATTEST:
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
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