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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026 Farmers Market- KCD Grant Agreement MJ26006 City of Auburn_FULLY SIGNED Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 AGREEMENT FOR AWARD OF KING CONSERVATION DISTRICT MEMBER JURISDICTION GRANT City of Auburn This Agreement is made between the King Conservation District,a municipal corporation in King County, Washington, located at 800 SW 39th Street, Suite 150, Renton, WA 98057 (referred to herein as"District"),and the City of Auburn,a municipal corporation in King County, Washington,located at 25 W Main Street,Auburn,WA 98001 (referred to herein as"Recipient"), for the purposes set forth herein.This Agreement is effective as of January 1,2026 and shall remain in effect until December 31,2026. SECTION 1. RECITALS 1.1 Whereas, the District is a special purpose district organized and existing under authority of Chapter 89.08 RCW which engages in certain activities and programs to conserve natural resources, including soil and water, which activities are declared to protect and promote the health,safety,and general welfare of the people of the state of Washington; and 1.2 Whereas, pursuant to RCW 89.08.400 and/or RCW 89.08.405, King County has authorized and imposed a system of assessments and/or a system of rates and charges to finance the activities and programs of the District; and 1.3 Whereas, pursuant to RCW 89.08.220 and RCW 89.08.341 the District is authorized to enter into agreements with, or to furnish financial or other aid to,municipal entities and agencies (governmental or otherwise), or their designees, or any occupier of lands within the District, in order to carry out and facilitate the activities and programs of the District to conserve natural resources;and 1.4 Whereas, the District has reviewed the grant application submitted by Recipient and has determined that the application meets the requirements of Chapter 89.08 RCW and the District's policies and procedures for awarding grants;and 1.5 Whereas, the District and Recipient desire to enter into this Agreement for the purpose of establishing the terms and conditions relating to the Districts award of a grant to Recipient. SECTION 2. AGREEMENT 2.1 The District agrees to award Recipient a grant in the total amount of Twenty-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars($25,000.00)from KCD Auburn.Member Jurisdiction funds. Grant funds shall be used by Recipient solely for the performance of the work described in the grant application, herein referred to as Exhibit A which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. The District shall pay the grant funds to Recipient in accordance with the District's policies and procedures, or as otherwise provided herein,including but not limited to,the policies and procedures contained in the grant program guidelines, provided that such funds have been collected and received by the District. Page 1 of 6 Grant#:MJ26006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)—Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 2.2 Recipient represents and warrants that it will only use the grant funds for the work described in Exhibit A, which may be amended by the parties pursuant to Paragraph 3.3 of the Agreement. Recipient shall be required to refund to the District that portion of any grant funds which are used for unauthorized work. Further,Recipient agrees to return to the District any grant funds that are not expended or remain after completion of the work covered by this Agreement. 2.3 Recipient acknowledges and agrees that the grant funds may only be expended on work which shall be entirely within the District's jurisdictional boundaries. The following municipal entities are not within the District's jurisdictional boundaries: Enumclaw,Federal Way, Milton,Pacific, and Skykomish. Recipient shall be required to refund the District any portion of grant funds which are used for work performed outside the District's jurisdictional boundaries. 2.4 Activities carried out in connection with this Agreement and expenses incurred by the Recipient must take place within the project start and end dates specified above and in Exhibit A of this Agreement. Activities and expenses that do not occur within those dates will not be reimbursed. 2.5 Not applicable to Member Jurisdictions. After the Agreement has been signed by the parties, the District may, in its discretion, advance one payment not to exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the grant award. The advance payment may be requested by the Recipient through the District's online grant portal. Recipient shall refer to the Advance Payment Guidelines for eligibility and requirements. After the initial advance payment of $XX,XX.00, additional payments will be paid on a reimbursement basis only after submitting expense documentation demonstrating that up-front funds were expended for the allowable project costs in accordance with the work described in Exhibit A. 2.6 Recipient shall be required to provide the District with quarterly financial and project progress reports, and no more frequently than monthly, even if no activity has occurred, for the duration of the project. Grant funds are remitted to the Recipient on a reimbursement payment basis. Project progress reports must be submitted with each reimbursement request. Project progress and financial reports,along with the final narrative and financial summary reports shall be submitted through the District's online grant portal. The Recipient shall be required to submit to the District a final report which documents the Recipient's completion of the work in conformance with this Agreement within thirty (30) days after the completion of the work. The final report shall, among other things, summarize the project's successes and shall address the regional benefits accomplished by the work. The final report shall also identify any obstacles or challenges which were encountered during the work, along with general recommendations regarding ways to avoid such obstacles or challenges in the future. If requested,Recipient agrees to provide the District with additional financial or progress reports from time to time,at reasonable intervals. Page 2 of 6 Grant MM126006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)—Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 2.7 Recipient's expenditures of grant funds shall be separately identified in the Recipient's accounting records. If requested, Recipient shall comply with other reasonable requests made by the District with respect to the manner in which project expenditures are tracked and accounted for in Recipient's accounting books and records. Recipient shall maintain such records of expenditures as may be necessary to conform to generally accepted accounting principles and to meet the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws. 2.8 The District or its representative shall have the right from time to time,at reasonable intervals,to audit the Recipient's books and records in order to verify compliance with the terms of this Agreement. Recipient shall cooperate with the District in any such audit. 2.9 Recipient shall retain all accounting records and project files relating to this Agreement in accordance with criteria established in the Revised Code of Washington and the Washington State Archivist. 2.10 Recipient shall ensure that all work performed by Recipient or its employees, agents, contractors or subcontractors is performed in a manner which protects and safeguards the environment and natural resources and which is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Recipient shall implement an appropriate monitoring system or program to ensure compliance with this provision. 2.11 Recipient agrees to indemnify,defend and hold harmless the District, its elected or appointed officials,employees and agents,from all claims,alleged liability,damages,losses to or death of person or damage to property allegedly resulting from the negligent or intentional acts of the Recipient or any of its employees,agents,contractors or subcontractors in connection with this Agreement to the maximum extent allowed by Washington State law. 2.12 Recipient shall procure and maintain for the duration of this Agreement commercial general liability insurance in amounts not less than$1,000,000 per occurrence,or such other amounts as may be deteiiiiined by the District to be acceptable and may be required to maintain automobile insurance if requested. Upon the District's request, Recipient shall provide the District a certificate of insurance evidencing the required insurance coverages. 2.13 Recipient agrees to acknowledge the District as a source of funding for this project by using the District's logo on all promotional materials, literature, websites, signage, press releases or events related to said project.Recipient agrees to provide to the District, at no charge, copies of all reports,articles,books or other documents that are produced or prepared in connection with the project funded in whole or in part by this Agreement. 2.14 Recipient shall notify the District if Recipient intends to sell,salvage,or otherwise dispose of any equipment purchased with grant funds. The proceeds received by Recipient from any sale, salvage or disposition,or the value of the equipment if proceeds were not received from any such action,must be: (a)re-invested back into the originally awarded project; (b) invested in a similar project with District approval; or(c)returned to the District. Page 3 of 6 Grant#:M126006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)—Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 2.15 Recipient shall notify the District if Recipient is required or intends to move equipment purchased with grant funds to another location. Recipient will ensure the equipment is in good working order and perfouin any necessary repairs or replacement of any broken components. If the equipment will be utilized on a different project than the one approved by this Agreement, District approval must be obtained so the District can ensure the project is similar to the project originally approved by the District. 2.16 Recipient agrees to work cooperatively with the District to ensure that funded equipment/infrastructure will be used and maintained consistent with the intended purpose of the grant award and specified project outcomes.Recipient is responsible for retaining and maintaining any equipment/infrastructure associated with funded projects for a period of one(1)year for every $10,000 of value of equipment/infrastructure acquired using District grant funding.Recipient will provide photos of equipment/infrastructure use and maintenance on an annual basis by the first Monday of December each year during the time period when this provision is in effect. District staff will inspect equipment/infrastructure up to two (2) times during the time period when this provision is in effect to confirm compliance with this requirement. 2.17 The District's obligation to Recipient is contingent upon satisfactory performance by Recipient of all of its obligations under this Agreement. In the event Recipient fails to perform any obligation required of Recipient under this Agreement, the District may refuse to pay any further funds under this Agreement and/or may elect to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice of termination to the Recipient which shall be given at least fifteen(15)business days prior to the effective date of termination. Further,in the event Recipient fails to commence work within the time period stated in Exhibit A,the District reserves the right to terminate this Agreement. SECTION 3. GENERAL PROVISIONS 3.1 This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. 3.2 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. No prior or contemporaneous representation,inducement,promise or agreement between or among the parties which relate to the subject matter hereof which are not embodied in this Agreement shall be of any force or effect. 3.3 No amendment to this Agreement shall be binding on any of the parties to this Agreement unless such amendment is in writing and is executed by the parties. The parties contemplate that this Agreement may from time to time be modified by written amendment which shall be executed by duly authorized representatives of the parties and attached to this Agreement. 3.4 Each party warrants and represents that such party has full and complete authority to enter into this Agreement and each person executing this Agreement on behalf of a party warrants and represents that he/she has been fully authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of such party and that such party is bound by the signature of such representative. Page 4 of 6 Grant#:M126006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)—Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 3.5 If a dispute arises between District and Recipient, both parties mutually agree that they will attempt to resolve the issues through mutual negotiation. In the event that the parties are not able to reach an agreement through such negotiation, the parties agree to engage in mediation in order to resolve the dispute. Mediation may be requested by either party,and shall be attempted prior to commencing any lawsuit. The parties agree to share the costs of mediation equally. In the event that mediation is unsuccessful and either party finds it necessary to commence legal proceedings to resolve the dispute, all such legal proceedings may only be brought in the Superior Court of King County,Washington. The prevailing party in any dispute shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney's fees, costs and expenses. 3.6 If any term,provision, condition or portion of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect. DISTRICT: RECIPIENT: Si n_ed b By BY r Name Rosa Mendez-Perez Name NANCY BACKUS Title Executive Director Title Mayor Date a3! & % /2-C'ZC Date 3/6/2026 Approved as to Form: RECIPIENT'S ATTORNEY: Signed by: By 1 ' a. ' frt' yucvow.i.or avcu... Paul Byrne Name 3/6/2026 Date Page 5 of 6 Grant#:MJ26006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)--Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Exhibit A Page 6 of 6 Grant#:M126006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM)—Marketing&Demonstrations—2026 Season 11173533.1-356079-0002 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn MJ26006 Auburn Farmers Market (AFM) -- Marketing & Demonstrations -- 2026 Season 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program (open to projects outside of Seattle) Auburn Ms Amanda Valdez 0: 253-931-3000 25 W Main St. M: 253-266-2726 Auburn,WA 98001 Mackenzie Mullen MMullen@auburnwa.gov 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 1 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Application Form Summary Information King Conservation District's Member Jurisdiction Grant Program supports natural resource improvement projects in partnership with 35 Member Jurisdictions. Projects must address at least one of the natural resource improvement actions,which are,direct improvement,education and outreach,pilot and demonstration and capacity building. More detail about each of these actions can be found below in the grant application. Examples of projects funded by this grant program include,stormwater pollution education and outreach,water quality monitoring, promotion of local agriculture,youth environmental education, wetland enhancement,invasive weed removal,shoreline restoration and more. Eligible applicants for the Member Jurisdiction Grant Program include cities,unincorporated King County, nonprofit organizations, Indigenous tribes and other organizations such as environmental consultants. In addition to city-run projects,cities can choose to partner with a local nonprofit or other organization by authorizing the group to apply for that jurisdiction's KCD funding. If the jurisdiction chooses to partner with another organization,the jurisdiction must provide the applicant organization with a letter of authorization to apply for KCD funding.The letter must be from a city staff person and should state the name of the applicant organization,the project and the amount of funding to be applied for. Partnering with a nonprofit or other organization is not a requirement of this program but is a highly recommended option available to all 35 Member Jurisdictions. Eligible projects: • Must be within the boundaries of the King Conservation District or meet certain partnering requirements • Must be with,or through,a KCD Member Jurisdiction,or an assigned partner such as a nonprofit organization or business • Must be consistent with purposes and requirements of RCW Chapter 89.08,encouraging voluntary stewardship • Should leverage other funding opportunities(encouraged, not required) Ineligible projects include: • Projects located within the cities of Milton, Pacific,Skykomish, Enumclaw,and Federal Way • Projects located in Seattle. For more information about grant opportunities for Seattle projects click here. • Maintenance of existing or new stormwater management system facilities • Improvements to non-natural areas of parks or existing recreational facilities Applications are reviewed and approved monthly by the grant subcommittee of the KCD Board of Supervisors. For questions about this grant program please contact Jessica Saavedra by phone(425)773-9065 or email Jessica.Saavedra@kingcd.org. Application Instructions Please fill in the requested information in the fields below.Your application will save automatically as you enter information.You can also save your application by clicking the save button at the bottom of the page. If you leave 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 2 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn the grant portal,you can find your application on the applicant dashboard by clicking the house icon at the top of the page. The budget table is a required upload.The template for the form can be found below. After a grant is awarded,the application is attached to the grant agreement.The project start and end dates in the application become the grant agreement term. Final reporting is due 30 days after the end date stated in the application. Project end date extensions requests will be considered.The standard project period for these grants is at least one year. Project Title* MJ26006 Auburn Farmers Market(AFM) --Marketing&Demonstrations--2026 Season Project Description - Short* Provide a short,concise description of the project no more than two or three sentences. Through an aggressive marketing campaign,gardening,cooking,and healthy living demonstrations,the Auburn Farmers Market plans to increase access to local farm products and healthy living practices to the South King County community. Principal Partners (if any) Mayor Nancy Backus Amount of KCD Funding Requested* You will need to upload a detailed budget document before you submit your application. Please make sure the amount requested and total project cost amounts you list here match the amounts in the uploaded budget document. $25,000.00 Total Project Cost* $65,144.00 Total Matching Funds (optional) $85,144.00 Project Start Date* 01/01/2026 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 3 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Project End Date* 12/31/2026 Close Date Project Location* Address, Parcel#,OR L&L Points,for site specific projects only. If more than two locations,state"multiple"and explain. Les Gove Park, 1140 Auburn Way S,Auburn,WA 98002 Jurisdiction If the applicant is not a city or jurisdiction, please select the city or jurisdiction this project is located in. If your project is in partnership with multiple jurisdictions,select"Multiple Jurisdictions"from the menu below. Auburn Is your project on public or private land?* Public State Legislative District#* Click here to find it on the web. If your project resides in more than one district,type in the primary district or type in zero. 47 King County Council District#* Click here to find it on the web. If your project resides in more than one district,type in the primary district or type in zero. 7 Narratives, Budget, & Attachments Project Description - Detailed* Provide a description of the project that summarizes what you will do, how you will do it,and why you will do it. Describe target audience,outcomes,objectives and general timelines. 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 4 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn The Auburn Farmers Market(AFM),will increase access to healthy,local farm products in the South King County community.Farmers will have increased opportunities to sell their products locally,reducing their use of fuel and packaging,and increasing the likelihood of good stewardship of local agricultural Iands. Market customers will have the opportunity to learn about local food systems,the use of local farm products and healthful practices in preparing locally sourced food.Additionally,the Market will provide increased access to food assistance programs in 2026.The AFM is open every Sunday,June 7 through September 20, providing a reliable and consistent source for farm products and virtual learning opportunities which will positively impact the purchasing and eating habits of our customers. The Auburn Fai suers Market partners with state and local organizations to access the expertise,support and assistance required to present a successful Farmers Market.AFM will continue its partnerships in 2026, current partners include:Washington State Farmers Market Association,the Auburn Food Bank,WSU Master Gardeners,City of Auburn Office of Equity,Engagement,and Outreach;City of Auburn Emergency Management,City of Auburn Solid Waste,Your Senior Tech,local businesses and non-profits.We will continue to seek additional support from the Farmers Market Coalition,Washington State University Food Sense,Tilth Alliance as well as support from surrounding Markets and their managers. The AFM considers our partnership with King Conservation District to be integral to our successful Market In 2026,the Market seeks KCD Grant funding to help continue working with our education partners to provide the education and demonstration component of the Market as well as helping to fund market promotional efforts to ensure customers attend the market and have access to food assistance programs.Providing informational sessions and demonstrations is essential for consumers to learn about the importance of healthy,nutritional,farm fresh foods;sustainability;and the impact local farms have on the regional economy. The Auburn Farmers Market has two main target audiences:our customers-residents of South King County with an emphasis on low-income families,and farmers.The residents of South King County benefit from easy and dependable access to fresh Washington-grown produce,education,and food assistance programs.The AFM works with local farmers who rely on their businesses as their primary livelihood.The AFM provides a central,consistent,and reliable location to sell their products,benefiting not only the farmers,but the community as well.Farmers from around the state depend on farmers markets to maintain business and provide a return on their investment This keeps local agriculture lands in production and strengthens the local economy.According to research conducted by the University of Washington,every dollar in purchases from King County famers results in at least$1.40 in economic activity in King County!In the AFM 2025 season,Farm vendor sales reached over$202,500,an increase from 2024 of 3%.Markets across the state have seen an overall decline in sales in recent years.We attribute this decrease to the ever-rising cost of living and the further decrease in federal SNAP funding.We hope to see this number continue to increase in 2026 as we further increase our marketing efforts and educational elements to encourage more folks to purchase produce at the Market Additionally,the Market plans to reach out to the approximately 30,000 clients who utilize the EBT benefit system for food access in Auburn.A portion of the grant from KCD will allow us to aggressively market our food assistance programs,EBT and SNAP Market Match,boosting market visibility and increasing local food access to thousands of residents.This marketing and promotion campaign will remind shoppers about the fresh and local product available at the Market and the value of shopping locally.AFM will build on efforts invested in developing and operating the Market over the past seventeen years,increasing the shopper/customer base among all citizens to create a sustainable and thriving market A portion of the King Conservation Funding in 2026,or an estimated$23,500.00,will be used in a multi- pronged advertising campaign including a preseason postcard mailing to all Auburn households,paid advertising in various media publications,online sources,and other marketing and promotional materials that promote the Auburn Farmers Market,and the acceptance of SNAP benefits and SNAP Market Match program at the Market 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 5 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn The remaining$1,500.00 will be used for contract/professional services to provide different demonstrations and educational programs that increase awareness on healthy living,gardening,and land use to the public.All expenses will outline the above expenditure categories,provide a general description of the service provided, the date of service,cost associated with service and the vendor.By submitting receipts and invoices,we will track all KCD funded purchases and contracts that will be paid for from the grant. OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES/TIMELINES The AFM will work with our education partners: • King County Health Department • Washington State University Extension Programs • Washington State Farmers Market Association • Healthy Auburn programs in the Parks Department • Local gardening experts • City of Auburn Office of Equity,Engagement,and Outreach • City of Auburn Solid Waste Division • other agencies The AFM and its partners will work together to provide education on: • local food sources and their uses • access to local farm products • at home gardening and sustainability • the connection between food and health • cooking recipes utilizing market bought products • the connection between buying local farm products and o improved economy o improved health o sustainability of our environment by 0 reducing energy and transportation costs I7 good stewardship of agricultural land and natural resources Project Activities and Measurable Results'` List specific project activities to be completed with KCD grant funds and the associated outcomes or measurable results,and timeline. 1. EDUCATION&DEMONSTRATION SESSIONS.Timeline:June 2026-September 2026 Activity:Coordinate with local professionals,non-profits,and businesses focused on health living,eating,and well-being to provide educational sessions and demonstrations to showcase how buying local helps improve the economy,health,our environment,and improves local farmers opportunity to sell their farm fresh foods. Deliverables:farming,and gardening demonstrations,nutritional information. Outcomes:Increase and highlight the importance of fresh foods while also making recipes accessible and local.Educating shoppers on different uses of fresh and local products.Increased awareness and education of how to use farm fresh products purchased from farmers at the AFM. Measurables:number of people in attendance 2. BEGINNING OF SEASON POSTCARD MAILING.Timeline:May/June 2026 Activity:Create season-opening postcard;mail to carrier routes surrounding the Market to announce the schedule of events during the season and highlight acceptance of SNAP benefits through EBT,and other food assistance programs,virtual demonstrations and location of AFM. Deliverables:Shopper count,SNAP customer count,SNAP transactions Outcomes:increase shopper base,increase awareness of the AFM its programs and educational demonstrations. Measureables:number of postcards mailed,Shopper count,SNAP transactions 3. EBT&and other food assistance programs Marketing&Outreach.Timeline:June 2026-September 2026 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 6 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Activity:Create a marketing plan and advertising campaign to alert Auburn residents of the payment option at the Market Conduct community outreach to agencies supporting SNAP clients. Deliverables:Marketing plan,shopper counts,vendor sales from farmers,EBT transactions;community outreach contacts. Outcomes:Increase in number of shoppers using EBT and other food assistance programs Improved access to healthy,affordable food in low-income communities;Improved knowledge about products and resources available at AFM for SNAP recipients. Measurables:Customer counts,vendor sales,EBT transactions 4. Marketing&Outreach.Timeline:January 2026-September 2026 Activity:Create signage,banners,an online marketing campaign including social media channels,press releases,and e-blasts,to advertise the Market and its importance to the community as an access point to fresh produce. Deliverables:Marketing plan,shopper counts,farm vendor sales,EBT transactions;community outreach contacts. Outcomes:Increase in number of shoppers,improved access to healthy,affordable food in low-income communities;improved knowledge about products and resources available at AFM for SNAP recipients. Increase farmer vendor sales.Promote the Market weekly to gain attendance and shoppers. Measurables:Shopper counts,EBT transactions 5. Targeted Facebook Advertising.Timeline:June 2026-September 2026 Activity:Create a series of Facebook ads that promote different market events and track social media responses;market attendance patterns and vendor revenue in relation to ads run. Deliverables:Use Facebook metrics to track online engagement Outcomes:Increased presence on social media and increase awareness for shoppers in South King County about the AFM. Measurables:Number of engagements on Facebook,number of likes to Page 6. Other Paid Advertising Opportunities.Timeline:June 2026-September 2026 Activity:Investigate other paid advertising opportunities that may help bring shoppers to the Market during the season Over the past seventeen Market seasons,the AFM has established effective lines of communication with farmers,other farmers markets,and the Washington State Farmers Market Association.In 2026,we will continue our work to build our shopper base. In 2026,the AFM plans to increase the market customer base via the use of the KCD Marketing and Promotional Grant request,thereby establishing a thriving market for the community,buyers,and farmers. The increase of shoppers will stem from an aggressive marketing and promotion plan;a series of educational sessions and demonstrations that serve to infoiui shoppers about the benefits of buying local,farm fresh produce,healthy eating,sustainability practices,environmental awareness and providing a market for farmers to sell their agriculture products to improve their business base.Continuing to allow acceptance of SNAP benefits through EBT transactions will open the Market up to a broader customer base that desires to purchase farm fresh products. The AFM is a member of the Washington State Farmers Market Association,whose policy guidelines are that all farm products sold at state markets must be grown in Washington State.Farmers at the Market sell quality,fresh produce and the Market will ensure that local farmers are selling fresh picked produce for the season.Vendors participating in the Market agree to comply with limited pesticide/chemical use;adherence to organic growing when possible;and water table conservation/protection farming practices. In working with the agencies and associations that will provide educational sessions and demonstrations,the Market will create an environment that is fun and inviting for shoppers to learn about the importance of community farmers markets,healthy eating,sustainability,supporting local farmers and improving the economy by sustaining the agricultural opportunities for local Washington State Farmers.The sessions will be presented in an easy to understand,creative way that encourage customers to learn more,ask questions and change behavior through educational awareness. 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 7 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn The 2026 AFM Marketing and Promotion Plan targets families,adults,seniors and youth within the region with the goal of building public awareness about the AFM,creating awareness about accepting EBT and other food assistance programs,and attracting shoppers to the Market each week during the market season. Messaging and marketing for the AFM will be created to support farmers and local agriculture;promote access to fresh,vitamin-rich produce;showcase access to greater diversity of produce and flowers;work to revitalize and support the community;promote the experience of a community-wide social event;promote a unique shopping experience;and reflect how customers enjoy music,entertainment,and healthful demonstrations during the market season. Lastly,the AFM provides a local market outlet for shoppers in South King County.A nearby service without the rigors of travel and environmental waste. The AFM will submit the required reports to King Conservation District.The Market will use the following metrics to evaluate the performance of the advertising and educational/demonstration elements as they relate to shoppers at the AFM: 1. Number of customers attending the Market. 2. Number of vendors(farmers)supplying the Market. 3. Accounting of weekly vendor sales. 4. Number of pounds of food donated to local Food Bank. 5. EBT&SNAP Market Match transactions 6. Facebook engagement,Facebook page likes,video views Equity and Environmental Justice* Describe how this project will advance objectives of equity and environmental justice.Have you or do you plan to engage local communities and BIPOC led community-based organizations in the selection, development,design and/or implementation of your project? The Auburn Farmers Market Marketing and Demonstrations project will advance equity and environmental justice by increasing access to fresh healthy food options from Washington grown farms.By accepting various types of food assistance programs,the Auburn Farmers Market provides equitable access to healthy food options in a central location in Auburn to lower income families and individuals.The Auburn Farmers Market plans to advance equity by including BIPOC led health and education demonstrations to and will include those demonstrations in the marketing campaign as a focal point.The goal of bringing in BIPOC led education sessions is to engage the current customer base in healthy living habits and draw in BIPOC community members into the Auburn Farmers Market.BIPOC led community-based organizations will be involved in the development of the demonstrations for the season and will propel the marketing campaign. Evaluation* Describe how your organization plans to evaluate whether your project has met the desired outcomes and outputs.The appropriate evaluation tool depends on the nature of the project,but some examples include quantitative or qualitative pre and post surveys,environmental indicator monitoring,or other measurements of change. The Auburn Farmers Market plans to evaluate the success of the Marketing and Demonstrations by the numbers of customers attending the season in general,community members attending educational demonstrations and presentations,and vendor sales.Customer attendance will be recorded weekly in half hour increments by volunteers walking the footprint of the Market and using a counter to track the number of people.Community member attendance at demonstrations will be tracked by volunteers counting the number of people.Vendor sales will be tracked by Market staff who will ask vendors to record and submit their end-of-day sales to the Market staff. 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 8 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Project Budget and Expenses* Fill out and upload the Application Budget Form also available on the KCD Member Jurisdiction Grant Program website. Budget must be detailed with footnotes,appropriate,reasonable,and meet state auditor/GAAP guidelines.Alternative budget documents will not be accepted. 26-KCD-Member-Jurisdiction-Grant-Program-Application-Budget-Form.xlsx Member Jurisdiction Authorization Letter If you are a nonprofit or other organization seeking Member Jurisdiction funding,you must upload a letter of authorization from the Member Jurisdiction to apply for funding.This can be in the form of a letter or scanned copy of an email and must include the name of the city staff person authorizing the application,a brief description of the project and the amount of funding to be applied for. Additional Attachments Upload any photos or maps of your project here.Only one file will be accepted. Please combine multiple files into one if possible. Natural Resource Improvement Actions- Criteria Checklist Projects funded by this grant program must address at least one natural resource improvement action.However, please only select"yes" below the action that your project directly addresses. Direct Improvement of Natural Resource Conditions* To improve landscape and natural resource conditions as a result of direct action that enhances water quality, protects and conserves soils,implements ecosystem restoration and preservation projects (examples include on- the-ground activities that support land stewardship, water quality improvement,aquatic and wildlife habitat, and/or removal of invasive weeds). Does your project directly address this issue? No Education and Outreach* To raise awareness,deepen knowledge,and change behaviors of residents,landowners,and other land managers and organizations to practice exemplary stewardship of natural resources (examples include education about storm water pollution;the value of farmland,local farms and food systems,shorelines,salmon habitat, forests, watersheds and more). Does your project directly address this issue? Yes 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 9 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Pilot and Demonstration Projects* To test and/or improve concepts and/or approaches in natural resource management that can be replicated by others (examples include green storm water infrastructure demonstration projects,development or testing natural resource best management practices,enhancing local food systems, technological innovation). Does your project directly address this issue? 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Mackenzie Mullen 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 10 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn Title Special Events Coordinator Date* 01/30/2026 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 11 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Mackenzie Mullen Auburn File Attachment Summary Applicant File Uploads • 26-KCD-Member-Jurisdiction-Grant-Program-Application-Budget-Form.xlsx 2026 Member Jurisdiction Grant Program(open to Printed On:5 March 2026 projects outside of Seattle) 12 Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 1(.9 D Member Jurisdiction Grant Program Grant Application Project Budget Form Promoting sustainable uses of natural resources King Conservation District through responsible stewardship Project Name Auburn Farmers Market (AFM)— Marketing & Demonstrations—2026 Season Applicant Mackenzie Mullen Contact Mackenzie Mullen Mailing Address 910 Ninth ST SE, Auburn WA 98002 E-mail mmullen@auburnwa.gov Project Start Date: 1/1/2026 Phone 2532883140 Protect End Date: 12/31/2026 Please provide detailed budget information below. Itemize categories such as supplies, contracted services with footnotes and detailed descriptions below Budget Item I KCD Funds City of Auburn Funds Other Funds Total (identify source and status (identify source and status of matching funds here ex.' of matching funds here ex. Rose Foundation- DON Small and Simple- Pending) Secured) Salaries& Benefits $43,494 $43,494 Travel/Meals/Mileage (for- $1,000 $1,000 volunteers,staff) $0 $0 $0 Office Supplies $750 $750 $0 $0 Field Supplies $400 $400 Contracted/Professional $1,500 $6,000 $7,500 Services Permits I $0 Other: Temporary Wages $2,5001 $2,500 Other: Temporary Benefits $5001 $500 Other: Miscellaneous $1,0001 $1,000 Other: Communication $1,0001 $1,000 Other:Advertising $23,500 $1,0001 $24,500 TOTAL $25,000 $57,6441 $01 $82,644 Total Project Cost $82,644 Total Match $57,644 Amount of KCD Funding Requested $25,000 Match Percentage 70% Footnotes:Contracted/Professional Services will include Market educational entertainment such as Parrot Flight Club, Reptile Man, Daniel Docusign Envelope ID:9ED4E3E5-8226-49F8-B204-828435F8E6C9 Najera Beekeeper Presentation,and Marianne Binetti Gardening Presentation.