Manatt, Phelps, & Phillips 1/15/2026

l. Represent the City before members of Congress, federal and state officials, public interest groups, private sector entities, think tanks, thought leaders and other stakeholders. m. Promote the City of Everett’s vital contributions to the Puget Sound region’s economy, strength and diversity with the Washington State congressional delegation, federal agencies, national organizations, and the Washington state community in the nation’s capital. n. Collaborate with other cities, the U.S. Conference of Mayors and National League of Cities on issues of mutual interest, and build coalitions with other stakeholders as needed. o. Assist with all arrangements for the Mayor, City Council, and City staff when visiting Washington D.C., and other cities, including coordinating meetings with federal leaders, reviewing talking points and supporting materials, etc. p. Help draft letters and statements outlining the City’s positions on key federal issues. q. Draft legislative concepts, amendments and provisions to support the City’s federal priorities. r. Prepare communication strategies to ensure City positions, requests, and interaction with federal officials are timely, articulate, complete, and presented per accepted processes, procedures, prot ocols and practices. s. Assist with grants advocacy, including reviewing grant applications, organizing federal letters of support and gathering intelligence on grants important to the City. 2. KEY ISSUES Emphasis is on fiscal, regulatory and legislative assistance to the City of Everett primarily at the federal level. Key issues include: 1. Pursuit of federal funding 2. Aerospace and economic development 3. Sustainability and growth of Naval Station Everett 4. National housing and community development policy 5. Workforce development 6. Assistance on other federal issues