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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3216 RESOLUTION NO. 3 2 16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ESTABLISH A SISTER CITY AFFILIATION POLICY FOR THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON. WHEREAS, the citizens of Auburn desire to learn more about the people of other cultures and want to enhance their international communications and understanding; and WHEREAS, the citizens of Auburn wish to participate in cultural, educational, sports, technical, governmental, and economic exchanges to increase their knowledge of the diversity in the wodd and in their community; and WHEREAS, it is desirable to provide the citizens of Auburn an opportunity to give service to and derive benefit from a community project of international scope; and WHEREAS, it is desirable to encourage exchanges, trade, and tourism between Auburn and its sister cities; and WHEREAS, selection of sister city affiliations should ensure productive and mutually beneficial relations; and WHEREAS, any sister City relationship should encompass common interests and characteristics important to both Auburn and the sister city; Resolution No. 3216 June 6, 2000 Page I NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE. CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, IN A REGULAR MEETING DULY ASSEMBLED, HEREWITH RESOLVE THAT: Section 1. The Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Auburn, Washington, are hereby authorized to adopt the guidelines for the establishment and administration of a Sister City Affiliation Policy for the City of Auburn, as set forth in the Sister City Affiliation Policy attached and made a part hereof as though set forth in full herein. Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized to implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation. DATED and SIGNED this ~'/'~day of ~(~ 2000. CITY OF AUBURN CHARLES A. BOOTH, MAYOR ATTEST: Resolution No. 3216 June 6, 2000 Page 2 Danielle Daskam, City Clerk APPROVEDASTO FORM: M!hael J~ City Attorney Resolution No. 3216 June 6, 2000 Page 3 Sister City Affiliation Policy The City of Auburn encourages international relationships, which will enhance its citizens' understanding of other cultures and, to that end, hereby establish the following criteria for sister city selection and guidelines for conduct of the sister city program, Statement of Objectives The City will support and encourage the establishment of sister city affiliations, which serve the following objectives: A. To provide for increased awareness of, and sensitivity to, cultural diversity. B. To increase opportunities for social, cultural and educational enrichment C. To enhance economic well-being by encouraging increased trade and tourism; D. To encourage discussion and information regarding pertinent municipal issues and concerns. Sister City Selection Criteria To address the above-goals and objectives, sister city affiliations should support the following criteria: A. Strong community support for the sister city affiliations, including the existence of an organization capable of establishing an effective relationship; B. Consider cities similar to the City of Aubum in size, geographical or demographic characteristics, historical development, or proximity to a major urban area; C. A demonstrated commitment to serve the educational needs of its citizens; Resolution 3216 - Sister City Affiliation Policy June 1, 2000 Page 1 of 4 D. Share similar humanitarian concerns, with the health and well-being of all individuals and families; E. Demonstrate an interest in sharing views and information on issues and citizen participation in government; F. Share an interest in developing business and economic ties or exchanges. Guidelines For Conduct To assure that the Auburn Sister Cities Program is conducted in a manner consistent with the public interest and in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and the laws and policies of the City of Auburn, the following guidelines are hereby prescribed: A. The City of Auburn will provide staff support as may be necessary to maintain communication with its sister cities; and achieve the goals and objectives of Resolution 3216; B. The City of Auburn will involve citizens and organizations in the implementation of this policy through the Auburn Parks and Recreation Board; C.City support of sister city activities for public purpose may include: 1. Appropriate activities to receive public officials, or their delegates, when visiting Aubum on official sister city business; 2. The exchange of information and material which support the objective of providing social, cultural, and educational services or economic benefit to the public; D. The City will maintain an inventory of any gifts received from sister cities. Sister Cities Advisory Committee A. A committee of citizens will be appointed by the Mayor to act in an advisory capacity dealing with issues of importance in the support of Sister Cities activities. The Sister Cities Advisory Committee will consist of: 1. A member from each - the Aubum Park Board, Green River Community College, and the Auburn School District. 2. Members-at-Large, appointed by the mayor, and not to exceed five (5). 3. A representative from each official Sister City Sponsoring Organizations. Resolution 3216 - Sister City Affiliation Policy June 1, 2000 Page 2 of 4 B. Each committee member will be appointed to a maximum of a three (3) year term and not to exceed two consecutive terms. C. The committee will meet a minimum of four (4) times a year. City staff will support the committee by providing administrative and secretarial assistance. Minutes will be distributed to all committee members, the Mayor, City Clerk, City Council, Park Board, Auburn School District, Green River Community College, and each sponsoring sister city organization. D. A committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson will be elected annually at the first meeting of each year. Official Sister City Sponsors A. Each official Sister City, adopted by City Council action, will be supported by a non-profit agency having a 501 C3 tax status to serve as the sponsoring group for that Sister City. The sponsoring agency will: 1. Provide a liaison, for each Sister City sponsored, to serve on the Auburn Sister City Advisory Committee and to act as their main contact for actions with that Sister City. 2. Coordinate all arrangements during any visits and exchanges. 3. Serve as the primary host/coordinator during all visits and exchanges with visiting Sister City dignitaries. B. At the first Sister City Advisory Committee meeting of each year, the respective sponsoring agency will submit an annual written report summarizing the Sister City events for the preceding year. DATED and SIGNED this of 2000. Resolution 3216 - Sister City Affiliation Policy June 1, 2000 Page 3 of 4 CITY OF AUBURN CHARLES A. BOOTH, MAYOR ATTEST: Danielle Daskam, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Michael J. Reynolds, City Attorney Resolution 3216 - Sister City Affiliation Policy June 1, 2000 Page 4 of 4