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April 2, 2024
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Annual Report from the Economic Development Commission
Staff Lead: Todd Tatum
Department: Community Services
Preparer: Todd Tatum
Background/History
The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is required, per ECC 10.75.030.13, to deliver an annual
report to the City Council during the first quarter of every year.
Staff Recommendation
Presentation only. No action required.
Narrative
Current Chair, Nicole Hughes, and Vice -Chair, Kevin Harris will present a report on the Commission's
work since the last report.
Attachments:
Edmonds Economic Development Commission 2024 Report to City Council 20240326
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Introduction
Thank you for your interest, support and partnership to help us help Edmonds thrive
economically, socially and equitably — we are proud to submit this summary report
detailing examples of our Economic Development Commission (EDC) work, progress,
and changes made in recent years.
Our EDC efforts are guided by citizen's needs, our comprehensive plan, effective and
durable partnerships, and leadership goals. Our values and principles are centered
around fostering economic growth, enhancing community vitality and equity, and
promoting and attracting sustainable development that aligns with residents and their
neighborhood's needs. Our organizational structure and foundational principles are noted
in Appendix A. Our commissioner bios are noted in Appendix B.
We look forward to helping our citizens, leaders and partners to improve, diversify and
sustain economic innovation, related quality of life, and opportunities for all. We ask that
our Mayor and City Council collaborate and work with us to engage the EDC in
substantive and focused ways, so that we may achieve effective results and positive
impact - and continually build relationships, trust and credibility between all parties,
including the public, boards and commissions.
Activities and Results
Our EDC efforts and recent strategic re -alignment are categorized as follows:
• Promoting investment in neighborhood business districts and infrastructure
• Engagement in active City initiatives
• Collaboration with Edmonds Leadership, boards, and commissions
Neighborhood Business Districts & Infrastructure
Example: Community Walking Meeting — Lake Ballinger
Neighborhood/Landmark 99 Site
Objectives: Understand issues, neighborhood and diverse opinions involving Landmark
99 and surrounding community; bring community members and others together for a
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shared experience; knowledge gained informs discussions about Landmark initiative and
leadership.
The Lake Ballinger community walking meeting was an opportunity for the EDC and
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EDC organized a walking visit to the Lake Ballinger area, where EDC commissioner and
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resident Natalie Seitz led a tour and provided insights on needs, historical investment and
opportunities for future investment by our city. More than 35 people engaged.
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Outcome: This immersive experience deepened participant's understanding of the unique
challenges and opportunities present in the Lake Ballinger area - and solidified EDC
commitment to experiential engagement when exploring issues that value citizen -centric
economic development strategies. Public comment was universally positive. Residents
and others had the opportunity to listen to each other, be heard and understood in an
unrestricted open forum. Participating city staff and elected officials were present to not
only answer questions but engage in meaningful dialog.
Continued Work: This experience, along with other types of forums provides meaningful
engagement and stories to support equitable investment in the most underserved region
of Edmonds. This type of participation can help build consensus and lower conflict,
whether project -based (e.g., Landmark 99), concept -based (e.g., community renewal) or
strategic -based (e.g., Comprehensive Plan; Growth Management Act; Environmental
Impact Statements). The EDC will continue to foster meaningful dialogue and strengthen
community engagement, around current and emerging issues.
Example: Edmonds Business Booster Portal
Objective: The Business Booster Portal is a platform to support, encourage and expand
businesses in Edmonds and surrounding communities.
Kevin Harris, and former commissioners Scott Merrick and Carrie Hulbert, with
partnership from our Chamber of Commerce, launched the Edmonds Business Booster
Portal to provide infrastructure support for local businesses and entrepreneurs. This
innovative online platform serves as a one -stop resource hub for businesses seeking
assistance, information, and support services to navigate the challenges of starting,
operating, and growing a business in Edmonds.
Outcomes: The Business Booster Portal(https://edmondsbizbooster.com/) provides
owners and entrepreneurs with access to a wealth of resources, including both basic and
targeted business trainings, mentoring and coaching, funding sources, business
development workshops, technical assistance, and other types of assistance. By
providing businesses with the tools and support they need to succeed, the EDC is
fostering a thriving and diverse business community that drives economic growth and
creates jobs and enhances the overall vitality of our city. This project developed EDC's
(and Edmonds') relationships with the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County, the Small
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leaders, entrepreneurs and others. The EDC would like to re-engage the Chamber and
other partners in this process, to create stronger support to attract and develop additional
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Engagement in Active City Initiatives
Example: Comprehensive Plan Work
Objective: The EDC is partnering with city staff to draft the Economic Development
Element (EDE) of the city's twenty-year Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan).
Outcome: An internal workgroup of four EDC commissioners, led by Nicole Hughes is
tasked with questioning and exploring issues related to the update and presenting results
to the commission for feedback. This workgroup engages regularly with city staff and
contracted consultants and contributes insights and recommendations as the comp plan
process evolves.
Ongoing work: Our EDC Comp Plan work is expected to continue through most of 2024.
The EDC workgroup will continue to explore related topics, bring those topics to the full
commission and provide feedback to city staff and the consultant team tasked with writing
the Comp Plan.
Example: Landmark 99 Project
Objective: The EDC is participating in the Landmark 99 Advisory Committee. Our
objective is to provide unbiased recommendations throughout the process, as well as
represent what we hear from the public and others.
Outcome: The Landmark 99 opportunity was introduced to the city in the summer of 2023
the EDC was asked to engage to help explore the potential community impact that could
result from the property acquisition and development. Commissioners Kevin Harris and
Allan Townsend were appointed to serve on an advisory committee that included the
Planning Board, two Council Members and city staff. Kevin leads an EDC workgroup of
four commissioners to broaden the discussion and report progress to the EDC for
discussion and feedback. The Landmark 99/Lake Ballinger walking meeting was one of
the ways the EDC engaged with citizens to hear diverse viewpoints.
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Ongoing work: The EDC will continue to collaborate, as requested, with citizens, city staff,
City Council and the advisory committee to explore the feasibility of potential partnerships
and financial risk related to the Landmark 99 property.
Collaboration with Edmonds Leadership, Boards and
Commissions
Example: Participation in the Budget Retreat with City Council
Objective: The EDC participated in the annual budget retreat with City Councilmembers to
learn, engage and collaborate around fiscal priorities and challenges.
Outcome: The strategic discussions and deliberations around economic priorities and
potential sources of city revenues created a dialog between the EDC and council to help
explore options for the city during this year's difficult budget cycle.
Continuing Work: Moving forward, the EDC remains committed to help leadership with
recommendations for difficult upcoming decisions, as requested.
Example: Collaboration with the Planning Board
Objective: Partnering with the Planning Board around zoning and other related issues that
involve economic development.
The EDC has engaged in a productive partnership with the Planning Board, recognizing
that the benefits of issue exploration and discussion between the two groups will lead to
better decisions and recommendations to City Council.
Outcome: The EDC and Planning Board have collaborated around the ongoing work of
the Comp Plan and are discussing a recommendation around the impacts of proposed
zoning changes. We are collaboratively advancing strategic initiatives to promote
responsible land use and continue working together on the Comp Plan. In addition, our
groups partnered on BD2 zoning issues and recommendations to City Council impacting
the downtown core.
Continuing Work: The EDC intends to expand our collaboration with the Planning Board,
to discuss diverse perspectives relative to economic development efforts and strengthen
our partnership.
Example: Cultural Awareness Program
Objective: EDC representation on the Creative District advisory board helps generate
economic -related ideas and expand the Creative District's positive impact. Commissioner
Darrol Haug served as the EDC representative on the Creative District Board.
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Outcome: Edmonds' status as Washington state's first Creative District led to the state's
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a tax assessment for cultural awareness programs. The tax assessment is a state
provision allowing local governments to assess a 1/10 of 1 % sales tax for these programs
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recommended working with Snohomish County to position Edmonds as a recipient of a
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Potential Future Engagement: Offering EDC liaisons to other
boards/commissions/committees could encourage additional economic development and
revenue generation -related discussion and collaboration on behalf of our city.
Considering the future
It will be helpful to revisit the EDC's organizational structure and communication
framework to confirm that our focus is still meeting the needs of the city's residents and
leadership. Some items for consideration:
Liaisons: The existing ordinance notes four commission liaisons to the EDC - from City
Council, the Port of Edmonds, our Chamber of Commerce, and the Planning Board
(vacant for one year). We would like to explore other segments of our community who
could be invited (perhaps in different ways) to participate, build relationships and add
value - in a way that is respectful of volunteer and professional time commitments.
Conversely, we would welcome the opportunity to continue to provide EDC liaisons to
other boards, commissions, and committees. We believe that the systemic linkages
between economic development and other significant issues (e.g., community health,
environmental health, social justice and belonging) are profound and suggest that
operating in siloes risks worsening outcomes.
Mayor and City Council Communication: Our commissioners have traditionally tried to
maintain semi -regular meetings with their official `appointers'. In addition, we have invited
many Council members to our meetings to engage in general, or on specific topics of
interest. We would like to find ways to engage more proactively with leadership and ask
leadership to engage more proactively with us - hopefully `upstream' to give appropriate
time and attention to future issues and their consequences to all of us in Edmonds. We
suggest that we work with our current council liaison (Chris Eck) and other leaders to
explore efficient and effective options to improve engagement.
The Citizens Economic Development Commission remains committed to fostering a
vibrant and resilient economy that benefits all residents. We are grateful for the
opportunity to serve our city in this way, appreciate the support of city leadership, and
look forward to continued collaboration to realize a shared vision for a healthy Edmonds
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Appendix A: EDC Organization and Values
How we are organized
The EDC is a nine -member, volunteer commission appointed by the Mayor and City
Councilmembers to provide advice and recommendations on economic vitality, jobs and
enhancement of municipal revenue.
The EDC is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the Mayor and City
Council, and as appropriate to other boards and commissions on matters referred to the
EDC by the Mayor or City Council - or on matters independently generated by the EDC.
These matters can be related to strategies, programs or activities intended to generate
economic development, and increase jobs and revenue.
The commission meets once monthly, has two currently active workgroups and has
members serving as appointees on the Landmark 99 Advisory Committee and the
Creative District Advisory Board.
Our current liaison structure includes City Council, the Port of Edmonds, the Chamber of
Commerce, and the Planning Board (Planning Board position currently unfilled). We
intend to explore greater liaison opportunities with other boards and commissions in 2024,
to continue to build relationships and more effective partnerships.
Our values and principles
We approach our work based on this set of guiding values and principles:
• Diversity of experience: We value the diversity of experience in our group -
including small and large business professionals with a variety of licenses and
certifications, folks from the public and non-profit sectors, people with
entrepreneurial experience; individuals who work professionally across sectors,
including private, non-profit, civic, tribal, academic, and public; retirees who have
lived for years in Edmonds, local student representatives, and recent transplants.
• Demographic diversity. In every sense, including residence (different parts of
Edmonds), cultural background, ethnicity, identity and age. This area represents an
opportunity for growth - in particular, younger commissioners and commissioners
who live near the Five Corners area, the medical corridor, highway 99 and the
international district would provide additional balance for our current commission
makeup.
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• Diversity of thinking: We find it's helpful to have a systems -thinking discipline, to
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development doesn't occur in a 'bubble', but as part of the larger goals of a healthy
Edmonds - including community health, our shared environment, 'smart' growth
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• 'Do-ers'. We are not a think-tank. We take on projects that require real work,
relationship -building and public input. As a volunteer organization, we can't do
everything, but we do want to prioritize and move forward with commitment and
partnership to achieve real and measurable results.
• Non -partisan: We do not inject personal agendas into our work and do our best to
set aside 'bias'. We serve Edmonds. We are mindful of building coalitions that
avoid politicization and seek consensus when appropriate. We believe that our
Commission can be most effective and produce durable results, if we encourage
adding members who avoid 'dug -in' positions and are willing to listen to other's
points of view (both externally and internally).
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Appendix B: Commissioner Bios
Position 1 — Allan Townsend (incoming Vice Chair) aIIan.townsend(aD_edmondswa.gov
Allan Townsend is a long-time resident of Edmonds where he raised two adult sons who also live in
the city. After nearly two -decades as a local broadcast journalist, with his last ten years leading the
development of daily newscasts for KIRO-TV; Allan redirected his career to technology, leveraging
self-taught online web skills at Microsoft, where he merged journalistic and editorial know-how with
scalable web production processes, marketing, and monetization for MSN.com. His career led him to
move to New York City for five years, but he maintained ownership of his home near 7t" and Alder. He
returned to Edmonds in 2015 to work for Amazon as Global Editor -in -Chief for Fulfillment by Amazon
(FBA). In 2021, he sold his home and moved to Bothell to support his youngest son complete a degree
at the University of Washington (Bothell). Both moved back to Edmonds in March when Allan began
exploring ways to help the community that supported his family for so many years.
Term Expiration: 3131124 Mayoral Appointment
Position 2 — Matt Cox (incoming Chair) matt.cox(aD_edmondswa.gov
Born in Durham, North Carolina, Matthew's family moved to Seattle when he was not even a year old,
and he has made Western Washington his home ever since. He grew up in Seattle, got his degree in
Political Science in Bellingham, raised his daughter in Everett, and moved to Edmonds in 2019.
While his time as a resident of Edmonds is relatively short, he has long-standing ties to the
community through family; his wife Nicole grew up in Edmonds (she was part of the last graduating
class of Edmonds High School) and both she and their daughter, Kiera, practically lived at Barclay
Shelton Dance Centre over the last 25+ years. In 2019, Nicole got the opportunity with her business
partner to take over ownership of Barclay Shelton, and Nicole and Matthew also got the opportunity
to move from Everett and live in the community she serves through the dance studio.
Also in 2019, Matthew discovered his passion for volunteerism and putting in the work for the benefit
of his community. He started out serving on the Board at the Edmonds Center for the Arts, which
not only furthered his appreciation for the quality -of -life benefits and community -building that the arts
can provide, but also made him aware of the economic impacts a thriving arts community can have.
Putting it all together led him to join the Economic Development Commission in 2023.
To earn a living, Matthew works in the auto finance industry and in his 25+ years in that field has held
a variety of roles. He is currently a relationship manager and works closely with many of the local
dealerships in the area. Outside of working, volunteering, and family, he loves to go for a run whenever
he can and is a huge basketball fan, attending a handful of Seattle Storm games every year and
dreaming about the day when the Seattle Supersonics will come back!
Term Expiration: 3131124 CM Eck Appointment (renewed)
Position 3 — Kevin Smith kevin.smith(abedmondswa.gov
Kevin is a third generation Edmonds resident along with his two young boys, Griffen & Garrett, who are
the fourth generation in his family. Other than college at Saint Martin's University (Lacey, WA) and
eight years split between Seattle and Cincinnati, Ohio; Kevin has called Edmonds his home. Kevin is
serving his second term on the EDC. He initially volunteered to serve on the EDC because he was
excited to see the thriving and growing local business community and wanted to support the continued
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growth. Kevin vividly remembers the "Deadmonds" days growing up in Edmonds and wants to ensure
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Professionally, Kevin is a CPA and co -owns Traner Smith & Company, a downtown Edmonds
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Outside of the EDC, he has served on non-profit boards and coaches his kid's sports teams. Fun
Facts: Kevin has lived in three different parts of Edmonds — Downtown, Westgate and Seaview as well
as unincorporated Snohomish County (Picnic point). He is a sports fanatic and will often be seen either
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Term Expiration: 3131124 CM Chen Appointment
Position 4 — John Hoag iohn.hoag(a)edmondswa.gov
Dr. John Hoag (Jay) grew up in the Sacramento Valley of northern California farming almonds and plums.
He graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara 1988 with a BA in Cell/Physiology Biology.
After working as a blood bank technician for a few years (Tri Counties BB), he went back to school and
attended and graduated from the University of Washington with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) in
1994. He practiced dentistry mostly with his wife, Dr. Michelle Dotsch until late 2017 with an emphasis on
cosmetic dentistry and TMJ treatment. He and Michelle retired in late 2017.
Dr. Hoag had lived with his wife, a lifelong Edmonds resident, since 2000 and lives in the Maplewood area
He enjoys skiing, gardening, and all Seattle sports but chiefly, his beloved Seattle Mariners.
Term Expiration: 3131124 CM Tibbott Appointment
Position 5 — Nicole Hughes (Chair)
Nicole has lived in Edmonds for 16 years and is serving her third term on the EDC. She fell in love with
Edmonds while house -hunting in the PNW in advance of a move from Atlanta. Originally from Pullman,
WA she has lived in a variety of places in the US and was attracted to small town life access to the big
city of Seattle.
Professionally, Nicole is the Al Applications and Automation business leader for IBM. Her work with
generative Al solutions for the Enterprise keeps her travelling and working with large corporate clients
across North America. Nicole originally volunteered to serve on the EDC to get involved in the
Edmonds community and support the growth of the city's economic engine. She serves on multiple
non-profit boards and volunteers her time as a salary negotiation mentor for college women. Fun
Facts: Nicole loves all things Washington State University (her alma mater), and she is involved in
agility sports with her dog, Piper.
Term Expiration: 3131125 CM Dotsch Appointment
Position 6 — Darrol Haug darrol.haug(dedmondswa.gov
Darrol moved to Edmonds in 1974 having been transferred back to the Seattle area working for the
Bell System. Grew up in Everett, Graduated BS degree in Production Management from U of W.
Darrol's work career began with the local Bell Company with assignments in NYC and Portland before
returning to Seattle. Sales, Marketing, and Long -Range Planning. He finished his professional career
with world largest Voice Mail Company, Octel Communications.
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When Darrol retired in 2000, he began volunteering for Edmonds School District. Math tutor (new
math!), Bond and Levy work and an exciting 2 yr. project sorting our student growth and the need for
additional schools. His involvement with Edmonds community includes Fiber Optics Study Team, 2
Levy Committees, Original EDC 2009 and its successor. Now he is in 3rd term of the current EDC. He
was also a part of Mayor Earling's Parking Advisory Team.
Fun Fact: Served as Drum Major of Husky Marching Band 1961-1965 and while waiting to lead the
band into the 1964 Rose Bowl, met and talked privately with former President IKE, who was Grand
Marshall of the Tournament of Roses.
Term Expiration: 3131125 CM Olsen Appointment
Position 7 — Kevin Harris (Vice Chair) kharris0_)edmondswa.gov
Kevin and his wife Barb have lived in Edmonds for 36 years. Kevin has served on the EDC since 2018.
He grew up in a half dozen countries and a few states, before making the Northwest his home. Both of
his sons were born and raised in Edmonds — one still lives in town!
Kevin is an impartial public policy facilitator/mediator and Associate Professor with the William D.
Ruckelshaus Center (WSU and UW), and helps leaders across the public, private, non-profit, tribal and
civic sectors work through collaborative processes to achieve consensus to solve `wicked issues' that
impact Washington state residents. Kevin's prior work included 30 years as a Managing Director and
Vice President of an international consulting firm, working for public sector clients nationwide.
In addition, Kevin serves on multiple boards, teaches graduate school, and served in many volunteer
roles, coaching and mentoring children, adolescents, and adults. He loves long-distance backpacking,
scuba and making as much sawdust as possible in his woodworking shop.
Term Expiration: 3131125 CM Paine Appointment
Position 8 — Natalie Seitz natal ie.seitz(aD_edmondswa.gov
Natalie resides in east Edmonds near the Highway 99 subarea with her partner and two young
kids. She grew up in a coastal California community, received undergraduate degrees from the
University of California, San Diego, postgraduate degree and certificates from the University of
Manchester, United Kingdom, and University of Washington. Natalie enjoys her family, being outdoors,
playing sports and relaxing in a good hammock. She is part of the St Benedicts parish community and
manages an adult recreation team.
Professionally, Natalie started her career in consultancies supporting the US Navy base planning and
operations, performing environmental compliance, and permitting for new infrastructure and private
development, and emergency management. About a decade ago she switched her focus to public
service and have since worked for Snohomish and King Counties on roads, stormwater, and flood
protection. Natalie currently enjoys working with many communities to become more flood resilient and
restore rivers. Her experiences have given her a breadth of understanding about how public and
private investments are distributed and how they can help communities thrive and support economic
development. She is thankful for the opportunity to serve the Edmonds communities.
Term Expiration: 3131125 CM Nand Appointment
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Position 9 — Nick Perrault nick.perrault(cDedmondswa.gov
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Dominic, Isaac, and Bennett. After growing up in the Richmond Beach area, Nick received his 0-
bachelor's degree from Gonzaga University, where he also served as Student Body President.
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His professional experience includes a decade in the consumer goods industry, working for
PepsiCo. He worked in cities across the West Coast in various sales, strategy, and operations roles
and participated in Pepsi's Diversity Advisory Board. Nick has now been working in real estate
technology for Zillow Group since 2016 and is currently the Senior Director, Key Account Q
Partnerships. He has been involved in strategy and sales leadership roles throughout his tenure at
Zillow. Nick has a combined 16+ years of experience in business as well as people leadership and is
excited for his first term on the EDC. _
Term Expiration: 3131125 Mayoral Appointment
Student Representative — Kate Nolan Kate.Nolan(cD-edmondswa.pov
Kate has lived in Edmonds her whole life, nearly 16 years, and was appointed Student Representative
of the EDC in late 2022. She is currently a Junior at Holy Names Academy in Seattle and attended
Holy Rosary School in Edmonds for grades 1-8. She's grown up enjoying and contributing to Edmonds
in many ways, from the unique movie theater to the Kingston ferry and the many local restaurants that
provide a truly special experience for everyone.
Kate wanted to serve and share her insight with the EDC to help support the Edmonds community and
help it thrive. Fun fact: Kate is an avid member of her school's robotics team and has two miniature
schnauzers; Ace and Buzz.
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Claim for Damages for filing
Staff Lead: NA
Department: Administrative Services
Preparer: Marissa Cain
Background/History
N/A
Staff Recommendation
Acknowledge receipt of Claims for Damages for filing.
Narrative
Justin Abel
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($250.00)
Colleen Laing Wilson
236th Street
(TBD)
Attachments:
Claim for Damages - Laing Wilson - for council
Claim for Damages - Abel - for council
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Written Public Comments
Staff Lead: City Council
Department: City Council
Preparer: Beckie Peterson
Background/History
N/A
Staff Recommendation
Acknowledge receipt of written public comments.
Narrative
Public comments submitted to the web form for public comments
<https://www.edmondswa.gov/publiccomment>
between March 12, 2024 and March 25, 2024.
Attachments:
Public Comment April 2, 2024
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Approval of Special Meeting Minutes March 19, 2024
Staff Lead: Council
Department: City Clerk's Office
Preparer: Scott Passey
Background/History
N/A
Recommendation
Approval of Council Meeting minutes as part of the Consent Agenda.
Narrative
Council meeting minutes are attached.
Attachments:
2024-03-19 Council Special Minutes
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EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
March 19, 2024
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Mike Rosen, Mayor
Vivian Olson, Council President
Chris Eck, Councilmember
Will Chen, Councilmember
Neil Tibbott, Councilmember
Michelle Dotsch, Councilmember
Susan Paine, Councilmember
Jenna Nand, Councilmember
1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE
STAFF PRESENT
Frances Chapin, Arts & Culture Program Mgr
Scott Passey, City Clerk
Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator
The Edmonds City Council special meeting was called to order at 5:59 p.m. by Mayor Rosen in the Council
Chambers, 250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually.
2. INTERVIEWS FOR APPOINTMENT TO A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION
B&C CANDIDATE INTERVIEW — HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Councilmembers interviewed Doug Trost for appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission
(responses in italics).
Mayor Rosen invited Mr. Trost to share a little about his background. I'm a history teacher at Edmonds-
Woodway High School. I've lived in Edmonds for 20 years. I'm interested in seeing Edmonds' history
preserved and seeing everybody represented in all historical timeframes and ensuring everyone's voice is
heard. If we don't know where we came from, we don't know where we're going.
Councilmember Tibbott asked him to talk about the subject he teaches at Edmonds-Woodway High School
and how it might apply to the commission. I have been a teacher for 25 years. I teach IB History 11 which
is American History, World History Honors, and I have a degree in history and anthropology. My general
knowledge base will be important, being able to decern what is valuable and needs to be preserved as well
as the needs of modernity and progress and keeping things that cannot be replaced.
Councilmember Eck commented she was also a history major and has a child at Edmonds-Woodway High
School. She asked how he envisioned taking what he learned from the HPC to the classroom. I could apply
the commission's work in the classroom, share with the students how to preserve the local community.
Students often need volunteer hours; I've proposed to them in the past volunteering at the museum or local
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historical agencies. Students have suggested the idea of a walking tour using a smartphone to involve youth.
It will also model the idea of service to the community to students.
Councilmember Chen referred to his opening comments about having all voices represented and asked as
the demographics evolve and change in Edmonds, did he see a gap in representation in the current setting,
and if so, how did he plan to have voice heard and everybody represented. I believe there is a gap, but it
can be resolved. Given Edmonds' overwhelmingly homogeneous past, it's important to find linkages. For
example, former Senator Shin's involvement with the International District on Highway 99 to tell the story
ofpeoplefrom various backgrounds and ensure everyone is represented. It is important to ensure all voices
are heard and I will need to figure out how to go about it.
Councilmember Paine commented on the opportunity to explore historical aspects related to uses that may
not be preserved in architecture. For example, the genesis of auto dealerships on Highway 99 and Senator
Chinn's work on Highway 99, redlining and other historical aspects, not just the architecture, but the
cultural history. She was also interested in tribal uses of Lake Ballinger. Often as much can be learned by
what is no longer there versus what remains. Often it is related to having enough power to preserve and
other things get swept aside and no longer exist. Those are important discussions to have, identifying what
no longer exists and telling that story. It is the job of historians tell the story, analyze, interpret and come
to their own conclusions.
Councilmember Nand commented the City does a good job with historical and interpretive signs in the
downtown area and she wants to spread that to neighborhood business districts. That is primarily handled
by Frances Chapen in the economic development, but she welcomed his research or interest in that. She
asked if there were opportunities to identify historically significant trees and spaces relevant to indigenous
heritage. I am not very familiar with that, but it is a slim possibility those exist in Edmonds given so many
old growth forests no longer exist.
Council President Olson commented his background in history and anthropology will be enriching to the
HPC.
Councilmember Dotsch asked since he has lived in Edmonds a long time, did he have a particular historical
style he liked and/or a particular time in Edmonds' history that interested him. I don't have any particular
style, I tend to prefer things that are significant in the development, culture and background of Edmonds
andplaces that tell us where we've been so that is not lost. Ifind all times in history interesting, each has
a story and speaks to different people, from the rich history ofprohibition in Edmonds to Native American
heritage to the 1930-1960s and people who can help tell those stories.
Mayor Rosen advised the commission appointments are on tonight's Consent Agenda.
2. B&C CANDIDATE INTERVIEW — HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Councilmembers interviewed Karen Engelhart Brown for appointment to the Historic Preservation
Commission (responses in italics):
Mayor Rosen invited Ms. Brown to share a little about her background. I have a very mixed background
both educationally and culturally, mostly because I've lived many differentplaces. Edmonds is where Iplan
to stay. I have taught in the field of anthropology overseas where I learned the students' culture. I've been
fortunate to have the opportunity to learn about other cultures and the process gain a feeling of humility
for what we have here. Coming to Edmonds after living in northern California was a positive change,
although I miss being a curator of a museum based on the history of a small, rural county in northern
California whose history consists of the indigenous population which was wiped out by Asians and
European Americans, an attitude that filtered into the community. My goal was to change that; the first
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thing I did was change the exhibits and tone of the museum. It taught me that change can be good, very
difficult and very necessary, while not losing the continuity and connections of the history. The most difficult
part of balancing that was getting people interested in the past and to see how it affects their present and
use that knowledge to change the future. Most of the buildings in the community had been destroyed by fire
on multiple occasions, but enough were left to get people interested in how history affected them financially
and culturally. I was involved in gathering that information which was used to write a book. The HPC is
an advisory committee, not a policy making which is key. Continuity is important but is not possible without
being educated about the community. I view the role of the HPC as educational, gathering as much data
and information as possible. I do not have a lot of knowledge about Edmonds' history, but have the
advantage of my daughter having a business in a historic building in Edmonds.
Councilmember Paine was glad to see both candidates for the HPC have a cultural background. She
appreciated the work she has done in the past putting a museum back together again so it represents the
entire community. There may be an opportunity to partner with Write on the Sound to capture the history
of Edmonds. Edmonds also has a museum. I have not been involved with the local historical society yet.
Historical societies usually want to affect policy.
Councilmember Nand referred to the HPC ordinance and Section G Powers and Duties that includes
participate in, promote and conduct public information, educational interpretive programs pertaining to
historic resources. That sounded similar to the community outreach she did in northern California. She
asked if she had any ideas for the HPC related to community outreach. I don't know how active the
indigenous population is in Edmonds. One of my interests is the division between the history of the
downtown/bowl versus Highway 99. I'm interested in being involved in information gathering.
Councilmember Eck said she was impressed with her background and appreciated her willingness to bring
her talents and experience to the HPC. She liked what she said about keeping the indigenous history in
mind and sharing, educating, and providing information.
Mayor Rosen advised the commission appointments are on tonight's Consent Agenda.
3. B&C CANDIDATE INTERVIEW — ARTS COMMISSION
Councilmembers interviewed Ute Christian Freund for appointment to the Arts Commission (responses in
italics):
Mayor Rosen invited Ms. Freund share a little about her background. I've lived in Edmonds since 2004. In
2009 I was offered position at the Berlin University in Germany and returned to Edmonds in 2019. I was
considering retiring and doing a little private teaching but Covid impacted my ability to sing and to teach
singing. I'm just starting to teach again in Edmonds and building a studio with 6-8 students. My education
was originally in music and opera performing and music instruction. I became an opera soloist and met an
American and moved to San Francisco. After working in Switzerland, we returned to Washington. I enjoyed
my career on stage and like the combination of drama and music, but also enjoyed teaching in San
Francisco. I enjoyed the ten years I spent teaching music and drama to college students at the Berlin
University. When I lived in Edmonds between 2004 and 2009, I organized Christmas with the Classics
concerts and music for the Thursday night art walks. Since then, the arts have blossomed in Edmonds. I am
excited to offer my experience to the Arts Commission.
Recognizing her rich background, Councilmember Eck asked the main thing she hoped to gain from serving
on the Arts Commission. On an organizational education level, I would love to involve young artists in
projects. I come from the classical music field. I can imagine organizing concerts with young artists and
support existing artists.
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Councilmember Tibbott commented the council has discussed the need for more performing arts venues in
the City. He asked about venues in the City for smaller performances. The Graphite Arts Center is very
interested in having events, and there are spaces at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. Small groups such as
spring quartets often don't have many opportunities to perform.
Councilmember Chen thanked her for applying and contributing her talent, noting her background is
fascinating and the community is lucky to have her volunteer.
Councilmember Nand thanked her what she has done for the community in organizing art walks and local
education. She loved the idea of expanding music into private spaces as there are some areas of City that
do not have public venues spaces. She invited her to ask the council for assistance.
Councilmember Paine anticipated Ms. Freund would be excited about the other members of the Arts
Commission which include talented musicians, writers, artists, etc. She was excited to see art practitioners
like her volunteer on the Arts Commission. Often in places like Edmonds there are a lot of visual artists
and musicians, but sometimes they do not know each other. I would like to create a roster of musicians who
could accompany singers.
Councilmember Dotsch recognized her rich background and liked her background in education and
bringing different mediums together as well as her organizational skills.
Mayor Rosen advised the commission appointments are on tonight's Consent Agenda.
4. B&C CANDIDATE INTERVIEW - ARTS COMMISSION
Councilmembers interviewed Katie Leute for appointment to the Arts Commission (responses in italics):
Mayor Rosen invited Ms. Leute to share a little about her background. My background is in graphic design,
I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in visual communications and design. I am a military veteran, I joined the
Marines Corp right out of high school, served four years and then went to college. I have a long, varied
background as most visual artists do. I started my career as a graphic designer working in an ad agency,
then started my own business and built the brand from the ground up and then sold the business. I currently
work as a creative director and marketing manager for a credit union based in Seattle. A lot of my career
has been threaded through with art and storytelling. I've done a lot of work with brand building, both with
other organizations and my own business. I saw an opportunity when my family moved to Edmonds four
years ago, the idea of what is Edmonds becoming, its identity as a city, being the first city in the state to
have a Creative District, and the excitement around arts and culture. I'm excited about being part of that,
contributing my background and experience and also learning and growing by interacting and
collaborating with others.
Councilmember Eck commented committing to volunteering on the Arts Commission can be enriching as
well as giving back to the community. Being able to effectively tell a story in a visual way is unique and
will be an asset to the Arts Commission.
Council President Olson expressed appreciation for her application which showed a lot about her abilities,
style and work.
Councilmember Paine asked what excited her most about the potential to work with the Arts Commission.
I'm excited to learn more about Edmonds. There are opportunities to find avenues where art can become
more a part of daily life in Edmonds. There is already a foundation of art in Edmonds including gorgeous
galleries and performance and event spaces. I'm interested in more avenues for art where people live their
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daily lives. That energy and momentum has already begun, and I want to be in a in position to shape and
nurture that toward fulfillment.
Councilmember Nand said she was excited about her background as a small business owner and the
business aspect of art because those are the type of businesses in the Creative District. Having someone
who understands that could enhance the recognition and regional pull of the Creative District. The
ordinance forming the Arts Commission states one of the powers of the Arts Commission is to engage in
long term cultural planning and implementation as well as review city plans for the purpose of integration
of arts elements into city planning including education, public finance, community services, etc. Do you
have any ideas you would like to share about that? My family moved to Edmonds in 2020 during the
pandemic, so we are just beginning to learning what Edmonds is about. I hear a lot about the bowl and
downtown Edmonds and am beginning to hear more about other neighborhoods and what community
identity means to them. It would be interesting to explore the idea of community identity and neighborhoods
whether that is events, showings, public art, or something that hasn't been thought of yet, to recognize what
makes the community unique and what identity means.
Councilmember Chen said he felt a sense of her artistic background from her application. He was especially
excited about her background in marketing. The Arts Commission and the arts industry has done a
tremendous job attracting tourists and promoting positive economic impact. How do you see you can
enhance that with your skills? I've talked informally about how arts and culture are interwoven with
economy and commerce, especially in a city like Edmonds where a lot ofpeople come from outside the area
to experience what the city has to offer. The foundation of good marketing is good storytelling, helping
people understand if Edmonds were a person, who they would be, and telling that story so it becomes
person/place%xperience that people want to get to know and come back to.
Mayor Rosen advised the commission appointments are on tonight's Consent Agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 6:51 p.m.
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Approval of Council Minutes March 19, 2024
Staff Lead: Council
Department: City Clerk's Office
Preparer: Scott Passey
Background/History
N/A
Recommendation
Approval of Council Meeting minutes as part of the Consent Agenda.
Narrative
Council meeting minutes are attached.
Attachments:
2024-03-19 Council Minutes
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EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
March 19, 2024
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Mike Rosen, Mayor
Vivian Olson, Council President
Chris Eck, Councilmember
Will Chen, Councilmember
Neil Tibbott, Councilmember
Michelle Dotsch, Councilmember
Susan Paine, Councilmember
Jenna Nand, Councilmember
1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE
STAFF PRESENT
Michelle Bennett, Police Chief
Oscar Antillon, Public Works Director
Susan McLaughlin, Planning & Dev. Dir.
Todd Tatum, Comm., Culture & Econ. Dev. Dir
Rob English, City Engineer
Bertrand Hauss, Transportation Engineer
Mike De Lilla, Senior Utilities Engineer
Mike Clugston, Senior Planner
Jeff Levy, Senior Planner
Navyusha Pentakota, Planner
Jeff Taraday, City Attorney
Scott Passey, City Clerk
Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7 pm by Mayor Rosen in the Council Chambers,
250 5' Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually. The meeting was opened with the flag salute.
2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Tibbott read the City Council Land Acknowledge Statement: "We acknowledge the
original inhabitants of this place, the Sdohobsh (Snohomish) people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes,
who since time immemorial have hunted, fished, gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their
sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land
and water."
3. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Scott Passey called the roll. All elected officials were present.
4. PRESENTATIONS
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COUNCILMEMBER ECK MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO APPROVE
THE AGENDA IN CONTENT AND ORDER.
COUNCILMEMBER CHEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER TIBBOTT, TO
AMEND THE AGENDA BY PULLING ITEM 7.4, JANUARY 2024 MONTHLY FINANCIAL
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REPORT, TO BE UPDATED AND BROUGHT BACK NEXT WEEK AS A RECEIVED FOR
FILING AGENDA ITEM. AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Council President Olson requested Item 8.3, Council Rules of Procedure Section 3, be removed from the
Consent Agenda and rescheduled on a future agenda.
MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Joe Scordino, Edmonds, spoke regarding the comprehensive plan update process, commenting the
approach to this topic has gotten his Sicilian blood boiling. He and others are extremely tired of public
meetings and surveys intentionally designed not to allow for public input. Citizens continually ask questions
and make comments but it doesn't seem to make a difference; they see the same things repeated and most
disturbing, never see them presented to the council. There are additional alternatives for the comprehensive
plan update that must be included in the EIS. He recommended stop wasting time and taxpayer dollars
dwelling on theoretical growth alternatives and get down to earth with the affected environment. He
advocated for starting with an alternative to the comprehensive plan update that acknowledges that
Edmonds is already over -developed in some areas and at the brink of overwhelming the municipal
capacities in other areas and has a huge budget problem to address, without trying to put more burden on
municipal operations.
Mr. Scordino continued, best available science, not future growth theories, are clear that the devastating
effects of environmental damage from this comprehensive plan will affect the health and well being of all
Edmonds residents. Further, Edmonds is different than other inland municipalities in that most of Edmonds'
watersheds are part of the larger Puget Sound watershed which the state has acknowledged has huge
problems related to stormwater, sewage and other things due to urban development. There is a compelling
need to address that while addressing other state requirements. He asked the council to stop the crazy and
to begin developing at least one additional alternative for the EIS based on public input and the environment.
He asked for assurance that it will be useful to attend public meetings and not a waste of time to make
comments that go nowhere.
Kathleen Sears, Edmonds, Edmonds resident since 1960, commented on the size of tonight's packet, 769
pages, relaying her gratitude and respect for the council. She urged the council to support the coastal
resiliency grant, Council Business Item 1, Planning Study for Edmonds Marsh and Estuary Restoration.
She referred to the adage, if you want to know someone's character, look at who there friends are. Similarly
if you want to know the value or importance of a grant, look who supported it. The grant applicant included
nine strong letters of support from the Edmonds Marsh Estuary Advocates, InterClimate Action Group,
League of Women Voters of Snohomish County, Pilchuck Audubon, Sound Salmon Solutions, Mid Sound
Fisheries, Port of Edmonds, Sno-Isle Sierra Club and Tulalip Tribes. Many of these organizations have
worked with the city in other capacities and are eager to see Edmonds moving forward to gain the additional
information this grant will provide. As the Mid Sound Fisheries' letter of support stated, the tasks described
in the proposal are an important initial step toward reconnecting the Edmonds Marsh to Puget Sound. The
Tulalip Tribes echoed that and added the restoration of the Edmonds Marsh will provide the largest estuary
and marsh habitat along the stretch of shoreline between Everett and Seattle. The opportunity to maintain
and strengthen tribal treaty resources is consistent with the Tulalip Tribes' goal to preserve, protect,
enhance, restore, and manage wetlands and their associated ecological services. The organizations who
supported this grant are made up of people dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the area. Approving
this grant proposal will affirm the council is in good company.
Theresa Hollis, Edmonds, commented on the growth alternatives that will be analyzed in the EIS. The
alternatives should represent a range of reasonable, achievable options, but both alternatives A and B ignore
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the reality of the city's stormwater and sewer system capacities, the city's poor track record in receiving
large utility infrastructure grants, and the slow progress the city has made with its own funding. For
example, flooding in Perrinville was studied and remediation projects were engineered, but there are 11
years between the date of the study and when the last CIP project is scheduled to be completed in 2026.
The cost of fixing Perrinville is three times the annual utility fund 422 receipts for the whole city.
Distributed Growth Alternative B plans for 200 new housing units in Perrinville; she suggested walling off
Perrinville from any future land use changes until the problems created by past development have been
fixed. Shellabarger Creek has flooding every winter and she suggested that drainage be walled off from
land use changes until the problems created by past development have been fixed. The mother of all
stormwater management issues is probably the Lake Ballinger system; it is in the CIP for 2026-2027 and is
underfunded by $2.5 million as all the funds have been spent on Perrinville and routine stormwater projects.
Ms. Hollis continued, with regard to the sewer infrastructure, in last year's CIP presentation, the public
works director told council the sewage treatment plant has about 10 years left. If the EIS alternatives have
to be achievable, she suggest certain areas of the city be walled off from additional housing, sinks and
toilets because there won't be funds available to expand sewer capacity during this planning period in those
neighborhood. The funding policy on page 131 of the current comprehensive plan is that utility rates are
the source of funds to replace aging water and sewer networks, not debt financing. She questioned whether
that would work when the population grew by 30%. She recommended a focused growth alternative that
prevents growth where the major stormwater and sewer problems are and allows growth where resources
are already located. In 2017, an EIS was approved for the Highway 99 subarea with mitigations that required
a lot of capital spending, but those capital investments were never made because the city did not have the
money. She urged the city not to spend the next 4-5 months on this EIS process and get the same result; a
citywide list of capital projects that the city won't be able to build.
Diana Mesh, Edmonds, sad given the need to preserve farmland and open space, density is necessary but
with density come these concerns among others: increased infrastructure both sewer and stormwater,
maintenance of the green canopy, protecting the character of the community, increased concrete, asphalt
and impervious surfaces that are counter to good living conditions. Visioning without estimates to guide us
seems totally unacceptable.
Jim Ogonowski, Edmonds, referred to the redlight cameras agenda item, applauding the EPD for their
great presentation that included a lot of good factual data for tonight's discussion, not only accident statistics
but monetary statistics as well. The continuing argument is whether red light cameras are a safety issue as
presented, or to provide additional revenue due to the city's current finances. The presentations seem to
stress it is about safety and if true, he proposed all red light cameras revenue be earmarked for the street
funds, Fund 111 and/or 112, for street and sidewalk safety improvements, and not the General Fund. Doing
so will highlight that the true purpose is safety improvements and not just a money grab for the General
Fund. He hoped when the red light cameras come to council for approval, the ordinance states where the
revenue will be deposited. He concluded the public was just looking for honesty and transparency.
Roger Pence, Edmonds, an 8 year resident of Edmonds and former member and chair of the planning
board, said he has been following the comprehensive plan process very closely. Any planning process of
this magnitude needs to be grounded in facts; the numbers need to make sense as decisions are made. He
has attended many comprehensive plan presentations by staff and most have included the statement that the
city needs to grow by over 13,000 people between now and 2044, a number provided by regional planning
authorities. Divided by 20 years, that equates to an average of just over 600 people per year. However, in
looking at Edmonds' growth back to 2000, the growth rate has been an average of 140 people per year. He
asked what was going on that would cause Edmonds to growth over four times faster than it has in the
preceding two decades. He trusted the city's planning officials have validated the 13,000 growth estimate
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and can explain why that is a valid number. If that number hasn't been or can't be validated, he suggested
finding another number to aspire to, one that is grounded in reality.
Sam Bryan, Edmonds, spoke regarding Item 10.3, Comprehensive Plan Growth Alternatives. He
commented on the lack of diversity in the proposed growth alternatives; there are technically two growth
proposals that would allow for 4-5 story apartments in Edmonds in neighborhoods like Five Corners,
Westgate, etc. At their core, the proposals are nearly the same in that they generally examine the same
parcels for rezoning and there is no option to increase density in ways other than 4-5 story apartments so it
is just basically a single proposal for increasing density. He understood Edmonds needs to meet certain
capacity limits as mandated by the state and tall apartments check that box. He also understood there was
a certain level of coherence with these proposals and recognized there was a single family housing
affordability problem in the region that needs to be addressed. More analysis and options are needed to
decide whether increasing density via 4-5 story apartments is necessary at this time. That question has not
been answered by city planners in the current proposals. He suggested at least one option that replaces the
4-5 story apartments with 2-3 story apartments. This is a big decision and to make an informed decision,
more quantitative analysis is needed and less qualitative benefits. With regard to the claims of what these
4-5 story apartments will do for the neighborhood, the basis of the benefits is the idea of a 15-minute
neighborhood where most things residents need are within a 15-minute walk or bus ride of these
"neighborhood centers" which are anchored by these tall apartments. He pushed back on that, pointing out
on a busy night, Bar Dojo's parking lot in Five Corners is full and cars spill out onto 84t' which means
people are driving to Bar Dojo. He did not envision apartments on 216' would result in people suddenly
taking the bus. He recommended the city planners do more analysis and come up with more diverse ways
to increase density; having more choices is not a bad thing.
Amber Smith, Edmonds, a resident of Five Corners, echoed Mr. Bryan's comment. Option A, Focused
Growth, which allows up to 5 floors of mixed use and multifamily versus Option B, Distributed Growth,
which allows up to 4 floors seems very similar. It would be beneficial to have more diverse options to
determine what makes the most sense in these neighborhood centers. She was concerned about the density
in the comprehensive plan alternatives for Five Corners as the roads that feed the area are only two lanes
and not major arterials. She was concerned about the impact a 5-story complex in Five Corners would have
on pollution, noise, density, traffic and congestion. She encouraged the city to do more analysis and develop
options with greater diversity than Option A and B which seem duplicative.
7. RECEIVED FOR FILING
1. MAYOR REAPPOINTMENT TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
2. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
3. COUNCIL ANNUAL WORK PLAN 2024
5. PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE 4TH QUARTER 2023
8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ECK, TO APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda
items approved are as follows:
1. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 5, 2024
2. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 5, 2024
4. SUMMER MARKET, EDMONDS SPRINGFEST, EDMONDS ARTS FESTIVAL, 4TH OF
JULY AND TASTE EDMONDS SPECIAL EVENT AGREEMENTS
5. EPOA COMMISSIONED COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT 1/1/24 - 12/31/25
6. APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WORKS RECORDS ADMINISTRATOR JOB DESCRIPTION
7. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT FOR ON -CALL STORMWATER REVIEW SERVICES
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8. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN
ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH DEA FOR PHASE 12 & 13 SEWERLINE
REPLACEMENT AND REHABILITATION PROJECTS
9. APPROVAL OF 2024 UPDATE OF DEVELOPMENT RELATED FEES
10. APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS AND WIRE PAYMENTS
11. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND BENEFIT CHECKS, DIRECT DEPOSIT AND WIRE
PAYMENTS
12. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 27, 2024
13. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 27, 2024
14. PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING PROPOSED TIME CHANGE
15. AMENDING ECC 5.04.010 -REMOVING RCW 66.44.291 AND RCW 66.44.320
16. AMENDING ECC 512.020-CONTRIBUTING TO THE DELINQUENCY OF A MINOR
17. AMENDING ECC 5.34 -ADDING A NEW SECTION (ECC 5.35.010) TO CITY CODE FOR
"COMPUTER CRIMES" AND ADOPTING SEVERAL PARTS OF RCW 9A.90
18. B&C CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT — ARTS COMMISSION
19. B&C CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT — ARTS COMMISSION
20. B&C CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT — HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
21. B&C CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT — HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
9. PUBLIC HEARING
1. CRITICAL AQUIFER RECHARGE AREA CODE AMENDMENT
Mike Clugston introduced Planning Board Chair Jeremy Mitchell, and Senior Utilities Engineer Mike De
Lilla. Mr. Clugston reviewed:
• Summary
o Currently no CARA regulations in Edmonds
o Propose prohibition of new intensive uses in CARAs + buffers
■ Exceeds Department of Health (DoH) requirements, not required to regulate buffer areas
o Propose monitoring of existing intensive uses in CARAs + buffers
■ Exceeds Department of Health (DoH) requirements, not required to regulate buffer areas
o Stormwater management in CARAs + buffers
■ Exceeds Department of Ecology (DOE) requirements
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Planning Board Chair Jeremy Mitchell explained the planning board worked collaborative with Olympic
View Water & Sewer District (OVWSD). On behalf of the planning board, he thanked Bob Danson and
Lora Petso for their time and commitment to nine meetings where the CARA code amendment was
discussed as well as their assistance with the subcommittee to reach a recommendation. The planning
board's initial recommendation changed based on legal guidance discussed in executive session based on a
risk mitigation assessment. OVWSD is implementing their Watershed Protection Plan, as required by the
state, based on the source susceptibility assessment which provides guidelines on protecting the aquifer,
watershed and drinking water quality. As the city is not the water purveyor, a balance is necessary between
protecting the water source and weighing the amount taxpayers pay for permanent infrastructure He
reviewed:
• Planning board recommendations (revised)
o Moved approval of November 29, 2023 draft CARA code with two proposed changes
o Modification #1 remove mitigation section in 23.60.030(d)(1)(c)
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o Modification #2 — Disallow any UIC wells — shallow or drilled — in the QVa areas of the Deer
Creek aquifer but allow shallow UIC wells in the other areas of that watershed
■ On March 13, voted 3-1 (one abstention) to remove proposed modification
Senior Utilities Engineer Mike De Lilla reviewed:
• Stormwater Management in Deer Creek CARA
o Meets the intent of the CARA - minimize loss of recharge quantity maintain the protection of
supply wells to public drinking water and prevent contamination of groundwater
o Without modification the stormwater management approach proposed by staff is more
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o Protects DoH wellhead areas AND buffer
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o Comparison of what DOE requires and City of Edmonds requires
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Prohibiting Shallow UICs in Qva in Deer Creek CARA is infeasible
o Closed stormwater basins
o Area lacks municipal stormwater infrastructure
o Could lead to increased flooding at Deer Creek
o Increased cost of compliance could lead to de facto moratorium within low -density residential
areas in SW Edmonds
o No federal or state standards exist for PFAS
■ If standards are adopted and contamination ever detected Olympic View would have to
treat for it or buy additional water from another provider
Mr. Clugston reviewed:
• Staff recommendation
o Take public testimony
o Additional council discursion tonight
o Potential action/adoption April 16
Mayor Rosen opened the public participation portion of the public hearing.
Bob Danson, General Manager, Olympic View Water & Sewer District, thanked the city for working with
OVWSD on protecting the community's drinking water recourses by updating the CARA code. City staff
has worked collaboratively with OVWSD to develop the recommended protections. He recognized the code
has challenges due to the ramifications and although OVWSD supports a majority of the code update, they
have some reservations. OVWSD has two shallow watershed wellhead protection areas that supply drinking
water to the community. The reason for the buffers is because they are shallow and very susceptible to
concern and OVWSD includes the buffers as part of the wellhead protection areas and designated in its
Wellhead Protection Plan and requests they be include in the CARA. It is also one of the only sources in
the area that is not part of the Seattle or Everett system so in the event of a catastrophic, this is potentially
the water source for the entire community. Across the state, several sources have had contamination due to
land uses which require at a minimum treatment which can be costly or the water source has to be
abandoned. With regard to alternative sources, they are dwindling due to increased contamination; PFAS
has eliminated several water sources as well as impacted salmon habitat. There is also the issue of overall
growth and pressure from growth for the water resource. Drought conditions in recent years are the result
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of the massive water resources in the mountain not being enough. Contamination of this critical resource
could be very devastating and unfortunate. OVWSD's position has always been stormwater is a threat due
to pollutants in stormwater and using infiltration of any kind in stormwater mitigation in the capture zones
has potential for concern for the aquifer. The Qva layer is the water bearing layer and very susceptible to
concern so OVWSD has major concerns with any infiltration which is why OVWSD recommends no UIC.
OVWSD appreciates the efforts in the draft to only allow shallow infiltration and increase treatment
requirements for infiltration options which will help with pollutants but is still concerned it will not stop
everything such as PFAS.
Diane Buckshnis, Edmonds, said Mr. Scardino left because he did not think the council was listening. She
agreed with Mr. Danson's comments, noting she wrote about it in the newspaper. She recommended the
council approve the planning board's original recommendation and not allow more digging. She pointed
out the information staff provided was not visible to the audience. She referred to an email she received
that said if the council sees science that convinces them more protection is needed, they will make the code
more stringent. In her opinion, the council needed to protect the city's residents via a more stringent code
and change the code later if science supported it. She urged the council to approve the code as recommended
in December.
With no further public comment, Mayor Rosen closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Dotsch relayed her understanding the shallow area is sand so anything around it transmits
more quickly toward the wellhead. She recalled someone asking during last year's meetings if the CARA
has been around so long, why wasn't it contaminated. At that time Mr. Clugston said it was due to low
density single family. With the pressures for growth and creating more impervious surfaces, more runoff
and more potential for contamination and overwhelming system, she asked whether these areas could be
designated for less intensive development. If ways to protect the aquifer are developed in the future,
possibly more intensive development could be allowed. She was leaning toward being more protective of
both these water sources. Mr. Clugston answered with regard to future growth, the state has said there are
things the City must do to provide more density. Even in single family zones, like the bulk of the CARA
and buffer, more housing will be developed, but fortunately it is low density. In the past 100 years the
CARA has been recognized, there have not been any chemical exceedances and it has been an extremely
clean source of drinking water and he did not see that changing. CARA regulations have been in the GMA
since early the 1990s, but Edmonds did not have regulations because the City did not know the CARAs
existed until several years ago. As these are predominantly single family zones, if new uses occur, they will
be duplexes or triplexes.
Councilmember Dotsch commented duplexes and triplexes result in more impervious surfaces; it was her
understanding gutters have PFAS. Fortunately the two CARAs in Edmonds are clean, she has read that 50%
of the water in the United States is contaminated. Although the state's housing guidelines include protection
for CARAs, a bill the legislature approved this year took that away. She asked how to balance something
as precious as clean water. She wanted to do everything possible to prevent any contamination and if things
change in the future, that could be considered. She was inclined to be as protective as possible.
Councilmember Tibbott relayed his understanding from the presentation that the CARA regulations as
amended meet or exceed DOE's recommendations for a discharge area. Mr. Clugston answered that was
correct. Councilmember Tibbott asked for a description of pretreatment concepts the City would prescribe
prior to water filtration. Mr. De Lilla referred to the table that compares what DOE requires and City of
Edmonds requires, explaining there are pollution generating impervious surfaces which according to DOE
is any surface a car drives on. Non -pollution generating surfaces are roofs, sidewalks, and everything else.
If the City were to use DOE's standard, non -pollution generating surfaces only require two -stage drywell
(catch basin and pipe and infiltrate or put in a raingarden). For pollution generating surfaces, DOE requires
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removal of solids which is water treatment such as rain gardens and a plethora of DOE tested technologies
such as filter cartridges, water treatment boxes, etc. For example, the tree wells on Main Street between 5'
and 6t1i contain water treatment facilities. Councilmember Tibbott relayed his understanding there are
pretreatment options in the code. Mr. De Lilla agreed, advising PFAS is not regulated because no one knows
what the standard should be yet.
Councilmember Paine thanked the planning board for holding six meetings to address this topic. She asked
what contamination, if any, has been found in the waters of Hall Creek and Deer Creek and what percentage
of Deer Creek and Halls Creek supply water to OVWSD. Mr. De Lilla answered it was 0-40% depending
on the time of the year. The majority of water comes from Seattle.
Councilmember Chen said he was trying understand the difference between the planning board's original
recommendation, eliminate all UIC wells, and the current recommendation to allow some. He asked the
risks of contamination of the aquifer by making this concession. Mr. De Lilla referred to the City of
Edmonds Deer Creek CARA Properties map, pointing out the blue crosshatched area is the Qva, highly
sandy soil that the aquifer depends on to have water go into to be recharged. Every other place outside the
Qva may go down a few feet, but eventually goes through the Qva. The planning board originally wanted
to get rid of any UIC within the blue crosshatched area regardless of the fact that everything in the QVt also
makes it to the Qva. If there cannot be infiltration and only rain gardens, there will be a lot more flooding
and site conditions will make it difficult to have above grade facilities. Therefore the facilities need to be
smaller which means development needs to be smaller, there will be localized flooding, drainage patterns
change, etc. Only one technology is allowed within the blue crosshatched area to mitigate, but everywhere
else has 26 other choices to resolve the situation which in his opinion was counterintuitive. Providing more
choices and allowing adjustments related to the development is a good thing especially since all the
technologies fall within the TAPE guideline. Qualitatively, there is no difference other than everybody can
see a rain garden because it's above ground and infiltration is below ground. People think that anything
underground is bad, but treatment occurs first, infiltration happens after.
Councilmember Chen commented if UIC wells aren't allowed, would other tools like Green Streets, rain
gardens, etc. to treat contaminated water purify water before it reaches the aquifer be allowed. Mr. De Lilla
answered the technologies are all equivalent; with rain gardens, there is some piping underneath to help
with drainage and dispersion, improve the efficacy and decrease the size of facility. If pipes aren't allowed,
the facilities have to be much bigger and there are side factors to consider such as slopes, etc. Adding pipes
allows much more to fit within in a smaller footprint. The majority of rain gardens have some level of
piping; the current recommendation would allow pipes about 3 feet deep to help with dispersion and
efficacy of the system.
Mr. Clugston advised this item is scheduled to return to council for potential action on April 14. If further
discussion is needed, possibly the 20 minutes allocated for that item could be extended to 30 minutes.
Councilmember Nand asked if there is concern with PFAS from the pipe material used for shallow
infiltration and whether there was any way to regulate the materials in rain garden pipes to address
OVWSD's concerns. Mr. De Lilla said that would not be based on any best available science; PFAS is
everywhere. It may be possible to use ductal iron pipe, but that breaks down. There are pluses and minuses
with all materials and there are currently no standards related to PFAS.
Councilmember Nand suggested considering other jurisdictions that regulate CARAs who have attempted
to address PFAS. Mr. Clugston answered there are currently no state or federal limits for PFAS so no one
is regulating it. Some jurisdictions around airports are having issues with PFAS from the use of firefighter
foam. If DOE finds a treatment for PFAS in the future and their standards change, they will automatically
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be incorporated into the City's rules. Mr. De Lilla summarized everyone is waiting for more information
from the state and federal level.
10. COUNCIL BUSINESS
1. PLANNING STUDY FOR EDMONDS MARSH AND ESTUARY RESTORATION
Public Works Director Oscar Antillon introduced Greg Ferguson, a volunteer involved in this effort, and
acknowledged all the work of the volunteers to get to this place. He reviewed:
• City received a NFWF/NOAA grant.
• Request
1. Authorization to accept the grant
2. Authorization for staff time to work on the grant
3. Authorization to release RFQ
Volunteers will do a lot of the heavy lifting related to the grant
Mr. Ferguson reviewed:
• National Fish and Wildlife Foundation — National Coastal Resilience Fund 2023
o "Restore increase and strengthen natural infrastructure, to protect coastal communities while
also enhancing habitats for fish and wildlife."
o Edmonds is a front-line coastal community. Marsh restoration can add critical estuary habitat
while helping reduce flood risks.
• Main grant goals
1. Evaluate the impact that restoration alternatives have on reducing flood risks
2. Evaluate the risk to future landowners resulting from contamination and identify solutions
3. Define a process that can help the Edmonds community decide on a restoration plan
• How It Works
o An environmental services contractor and MTCA law firm will be hired to do technical
evaluations and complete reports
o The City will review the reports and administer the grant
o Citizens will help provide data to the experts and support City grant administration
Why do we need it and why now?
o Site info is needed before ownership decisions
o The start of a multi -year process
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o Earlier studies did not consider Unocal fill excavation SR104 storm flow, or updated sea rise
models
o Timed well with Ecology final cleanup plan release
o Helps obtain future grants
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o Grant amount $135,000 (75% private)
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■ Citizen cash donation $35,000
■ Volunteer hours $22,000
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Mr. Antillon reviewed:
• Next steps
o Accept grant
o Authorize match funds (staff time)
o Approval for the release of a an RFQ
COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAND, TO
AUTHORIZE ALL THE STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS, AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN
THE GRANT AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZE BUDGET AUTHORITY FOR STAFF TO EXPEND
TIME AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BEGINNING IN MARCH 2O24 TO WORK ON THE
STUDY, AND AUTHORIZE THE ADVERTISEMENT OF THE RFQ IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE CITY'S PURCHASING POLICY.
Councilmember Paine said she was excited to see this at committee. It is great to see the community come
together and put together this amazing grant. As Ms. Sears noted, there are some power houses supporting
this grant and it's exciting to see the community's support for this work. It brings the collaborative
experiences, it is not just an Edmonds project, but a regional project and the largest restoration project on
the east side of Puget Sound. There are challenges including the railroads riprap, the beloved dog park, etc.,
but everything will be considered. She expressed appreciation for the thought given to who needs to be
included in the team and was glad to hear a MTCA attorney was involved.
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Councilmember Tibbott expressed support for the motion, commenting he did not see any downsides.
Councilmember Nand thanked Mr. Ferguson and the Edmonds Marsh Estuary Advocates, recalling when
Marj i Fields and Bill Derry showed the council the poster. She was awed by the amount of time, effort and
energy the volunteers have put into advocating for the Edmonds Marsh.
Councilmember Eck thanked Director Antillon and Mr. Ferguson, expressing her gratitude for the marsh
champions. She was delighted and excited about the grant and the information that will be gleaned through
this process, particularly the updated sea level rise model. She believed achieving a goal required a plan
and a path to get there.
Council President Olson expressed her appreciation for the work done by the volunteers. She referred to
staff recommendation #2 in the packet that states matching funds for the grant will be provided by the march
restoration and preservation fund. She asked if that is the citizen donation referenced in the presentation or
a different amount. Mr. Antillon answered the in -kind amount is $34,000. Council President Olson said
staff recommendation #2 states a second quarter budget amendment will be submitted to program the grant
funding, local match, and expenditures in the stormwater utility fund. Mr. Antillon said he was not
originally aware of the marsh restoration fund; so that is now the recommendation. Council President Olson
asked if those funds will pay for staff time. Mr. Antillon answered yes. Council President Olson relayed
there has been some concern and conversation about the timing and the expenditure when the City does not
own the property. She agreed with the comments about due diligence and pointed out the flood risk from
the different restoration possibilities is something the City needs to know regardless of who owns the
property. She expressed support for the motion.
Councilmember Chen expressed his appreciation to the marsh volunteers and all their work applying for
the grant. Mr. Ferguson commented volunteer hours are shown at $22,000; it would likely be $220,000 by
the time they are done. There are flooding problems, contamination, and potentially developing a plan to
restore the marsh, all key points the community has been eager to address for a long time. Councilmember
Chen asked what product the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation want to see. Mr. Ferguson said they
have been specific about inputs and have very specific reporting requirements; reports the environmental
consulting firm and the law firm produce will be submitted to NFWF.
Councilmember Dotsch said she was trying to understand and get better clarity regarding the timing related
to notification about cleanup and contamination. She understands why the City is interested and asked if
this was just the beginning of a study that will take years. The current request is 6-7 months of staff time
and she wondered if it would continue into future years, whether more grants would be applied for, more
staff time, etc. Mr. Antillon answered the marsh will not go away and the process will probably take a
decade and there will some level of analysis throughout that time. During that process there are decisions
the state and the city will have to make; this is the start of the due diligence in order to be ready when it
comes time to make a decision.
Councilmember Dotsch observed there will be a second quarter budget amendment and asked if there will
be future budget amendment requests. Mr. Antillon answered there will be requests as needs arise. DOE
plans to release their findings and final cleanup plan this summer. If the state accepts that, it will provide
good analysis and data and modeling to help the city make better decisions. Mr. Ferguson said there will
not be additional funding requests for the period of this grant. A grant has not been submitted for Phase 2,
awaiting how the first phase goes. Future grants will be necessary; whoever the land owner is will need
funding support. When the project reaches the second phase, preliminary design, there will be another grant
request which hopefully will be as favorable to the City as this grant, no cash, just staff time. The grants
require some local match.
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Councilmember Dotsch commented the City has very limited staff. Mr. Ferguson said the intent is to limit
staff time by the use of volunteers. Councilmember Dotsch asked if a specific number of staff hours had
been allocated. Mr. Ferguson answered yes. With Ecology releasing information this summer and the work
the volunteers and staff are doing, Councilmember Dotsch asked if there would be an overview of options.
Mr. Ferguson answered when Ecology finishes the final cleanup, we will know precisely what we're dealing
with. There will be a lot of direction after Ecology releases the final cleanup. It is important for the city to
have input into that final cleanup. A public comment period is coming up where Ecology is asking for input.
The City needs to be focused on what it wants done with the property. He acknowledged the city had a
limited amount of influence but needed to understand that influence and make maximum use of it.
Councilmember Paine commented the MOU with the state promised reports and she asked if those had
been provided. Mr. Antillon said the state shared all the information they received. Mr. Ferguson advised
WSDOT hired Landau & Associates to do an independent review of the cleanup who determined the firm
doing the cleanup, Arcadis, is doing a good job.
Councilmember Chen hoped the volunteers working on this project had adequate insurance to cover
themselves. Mr. Antillon answered they are not doing physical work at the marsh.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mayor Rosen declared a brief recess.
2. DESIGN UPDATE ON THE HIGHWAY 99 REVITALIZATION PROJECTS — STAGE 3
AND STAGE 4
City Engineer Rob English commented it has been approximately a year since staff made a presentation to
council. At that time council approved implementing WSDOT Complete Streets guidelines which included
bike lanes on both sides along the entire corridor as well as improvements at 220' and 238th. He introduced
Scott Sawyer, Project Manager, SO Alliance,
Transportation Engineer Bertrand Hauss reviewed:
• Scope of Improvements
o Previous Projects
■ Stage 1
- Corridor Planning
- Total cost $194 million in 2020
- Decision made to divide project into 7 segments.
■ Stage 2 - designed 2020-2021 and constructed 2022-2023
- Center Medians
- HAWK signal
- Gateway signs on both ends of corridor
■ Current Projects
- Stage 3: 244th to -238th
- Stage 4: 224th to -220'
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■ Scope of project
- Sidewalks - added buffer
- Separated bike lanes
- Landscape buffers
- Stormwater treatment
- Street / pedestrian light poles
- Capacity improvements at signalized intersections (238th and 220th)
- SR-104 Interchange Active Transportation Safety Improvements
- Art opportunities
- Distinct districts
- Possible conversion to underground utilities
Notable changes since start design phase
o Items approved by Council at March 2023 Meeting
■ WSDOT Complete Streets Implementation
- Added separated bike lanes along entire corridor
■ Improvements along 238th and 220th
- Added bike lanes along 238t1i from Hwy 99 to 84th
- Added active transportation path along 220th from Highway 99 to Interurban Trail /
70th Ave W (City of Mountlake Terrace)
Mr. Sawyer reviewed:
• Notable Environmental Stormwater Changes
o Stormwater Treatment - Salmon and 6PPD-quinone
■ 2020: 6PPD-quinone identified as toxic to adult salmon, especially for coho
- Dust from vehicle tires contains 6PPD-q
- Stormwater runoff carries tire dust from roadways
■ 2022: USFW and NMFS requires formal consultation for the ESA (salmon), unless
stormwater is 100% infiltrated
- Previously, ESA for stormwater was usually informal and programmatic
- Now, formal ESA consultations add -2 years to the timeline for NEPA
■ 2024: WSDOT is working with NMFS on new programmatic guidance
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— New programmatic agreements may help reduce schedule impacts
— New stormwater manuals through Ecology potentially out in 2024
— Litigation likely between advocacy groups and US EPA
— Designing stormwater facilities in accordance with expected guidance related to lower
thresholds
Mr. Hauss continued:
• Highway 99 Corridor Districts
o Gateway District
■ 244th to 228th
o International District
■ 228th to 220th
o Health District
■ 220th to 210th
_
Health
District
o„s„wL__...
s,s .
International
~—
District
_Gateway
District t`\�
• Preliminary Schedule
o Risks and Focus Areas
■ Endangered Species Act permitting — salmon 6ppdq
■ Right of way acquisition
■ Construction funding
Milestones and Schedule
Desi�W Final Design
Environmental — I
WE ARE HERE I — — — 1W Right of Way
Construction
Public Involvement
inary Design Final Design
Environmental
Right of Way
Public Involvement
M
• Right -of -Way
o Facts and Figures
■ Existing width —100 feet
■ Proposed width —105 feet to 112 feet
■ Number of parcels
— Stage 3: 18 parcels
6 parcels on west side of corridor
12 parcels on east side of corridor
— Stage 4: 28 parcels
15 parcels on west side of corridor
13 parcels on east side of corridor
Construction
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o Preliminary Cost Estimate (planning level in 2022)
■ Stage 3: $2.4 million
■ Stage 4: $5.6 million
0 30% Design Level Preliminary Cost Estimate
■ Stage 3: $4.0 million
■ Stage 4: $9.0 million
o Reasons for increase
■ Added width for Complete Streets (-1 foot to 9 feet)
■ Extended improvements along 238th and 220th
■ Added acquisition locations for art opportunities
■ Inflation and value appreciation
Overhead Utilities
o Aerial to underground conversion costs
■ Fully paid by certain utility companies (Comcast & Wave)
■ Paid by the City for other utility companies (PUD & Ziply)
- With aerial to aerial cost credited to the City
■ In franchise negotiations with PUD, plan to increase contribution for aerial to underground
conversion
Overhead Utility Conversions
o Preliminary Cost Summary
■ Stage 3
- Aerial to Aerial -$800,000
- Aerial to Underground (net City cost) $5.8 million
Stage 4
- Aerial to Aerial $1.8 million
- Aerial to Underground (net City cost) $8.4 million
Mr. English reviewed:
Stage 3
o Preliminary Cost Estimate
$26.5 million
■ Design Phase
$3.85 million
■ Right of Way Phase
$4 million
■ Construction Phase
$18.55 million
(includes utility undergrounding at $5.8M)
o Funding
■ Design & right-of-way phases
- Connecting Washington
$5.2 million
- Move Ahead * * *
$2.7 million
■ Construction Phase
- Move Ahead * * *
$18.6 million
***pending request to move forward Move Ahead WA Funds
Stage 4
o Preliminary Cost Estimate
■ Design
■ Right of Way
■ Construction
(includes utility undergrounding at $8.4M)
o Funding Sources (Design & ROW Phases)
■ Connecting Washington
■ Federal Grants
■ Move Ahead * * *
$35.7 million
$4.5 million
$9.1 million
$22.1 million
$1.6 million
$4.2 million
$1.3 million
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Local Funds (local match)
Traffic Impact Fees $3 million
REET $1.3 million
***pending request to move forward Move Ahead WA Funds
■ Shortfall
- ROW Phase $2.2 million
- Construction Phase $22.1 million
Next Steps
o Decision to underground overhead utility lines
o Pending legislative request to program Move Ahead WA funds earlier than 2031
■ $4.3 million included in the supplemental budget for the 2025-2027 biennium and $18+
million in the 2027-2029 biennium, pending approval by the governor.
o Amend SCJ Agreement to continue design work
■ New environmental / stormwater requirements
■ Design work for 238th St and 220th St extensions
o Work on ILA with WSDOT regarding future Highway 99 overlay
o Public outreach
Councilmember Nand commented undergrounding was still a priority and she was hopefully it could be
funded. She noted it seemed like there had already success with grant applications.
Councilmember Chen referred to the funding shortfall for Stage 4. Mr. English explained Stage 4 is short
$2.2 million in the ROW acquisition phase and no funds are available for the construction phase. That
project is required to go through a biological assessment so it has a longer timeframe. Staff will look for
opportunities to fund those amounts, but the timing is important because applying too early can create
difficulties. Once the environmental phase of that project is completed, staff will invest more time in
securing state and federal funds. Mr. Sawyer commented requirements associated with federal funds
including environmental documentation, NEPA, and the biological assessment and opinion have to be
completed and approved before ROW acquisition can start.
Council President Olson recalled a delay in permits when 100% infiltration is not done. She asked if it was
too cost prohibitive to consider an infiltration project and if other cities have done that for a major highway.
Mr. Sawyer answered infiltration is not usually a yes or no based on cost, it is based on the soil parameters
and whether the soils will infiltrate. Portions of Stage 3 and 4 are within the OVWSD wellhead protection
zones so infiltration in those areas would not be feasible. He reiterated not using infiltration is not as much
an issue of cost, but that the soils do not infiltration well enough to use it as a tool. Council President Olson
summarized it had been considered and it was not an option. Mr. Sawyer answered that was correct.
Council President Olson said she has put a great deal of time and effort into getting public art on Highway
99 corridor and was thrilled to learn that was a focus of this project. Art is a public benefit as well as a
benefit to the property owner and she hoped instead of paying for ROW, the City could obtain a use
easement instead. Mr. English answered there are ROW acquisition procedures the City has to follow, an
easement could be a goal, but amounts and values have to be presented to the property owner.
3. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - DRAFT GROWTH ALTERNATIVES
Planning & Development Director Susan McLauglin introduced Senior Planner and Comprehensive Plan
Deputy Project Manager Jeff Levy, Planner Navyusha Pentakota and Kate Howe, Principal, VIA Perkins
Eastman. Ms. McLaughlin reviewed:
• What Has Happened So Far?
o Early Planning 2022
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■ Gap analysis
- Highlights the gaps of the comprehensive plan associated with equity and climate
change planning
13 Address equitable climate change adaptation
13 Recommends Equitable climate change mitigation
11 Promote equity in the economy
Support equitable engagement
■ Waterfront Study
- Identifies strategic updates
- High-level recommendations
o Visioning 2022 and Scoping 2023
�tF.9uitablc
_ Engagement
Premework
Sept'22 Nov'22 June'23 Aug'23
Draft Vision Statement Equitable Engagement Community Kickoff Community fair
@ PORCHFEST 2022 Framework @ Civic Park Opening @ Woodway High School
ILI 61191 r
2022 2023
■ ■ ■ I
Aug — Sept '22 � Aug — Sept '23 Sept'23
Six -week themed focus on key Six -week EIS Scoping @ PORCHFEST
topics found in the Meetaplanner
Comprehensive Plan Wednesdays
• Popsides in the park
• Week 1 :Identity Thursdays
• Week 2: Quality of life
• Week 3: Economic Growth
• Week 6: Environment
• Week 5: Culture
• Week 6:Livabilily&Land We 8,500 comments collected
o Vision Statement
■ "Edmonds is a charming and welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all
with vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe streets, parks, and a thriving arts scene shaped
in a way to promote healthy lifestyles, climate resiliency, and access to the natural beauty
of our community."
■ Summer 2023 Engagement
- Fun and interactive exercises to analyze the needs and wants for the next 20 years
■ EIS Scoping August - September 2023
- Seeks input from community, affected agencies, and tribes on what the EIS should
focus on
o Neighborhood Meetings (Dec 4-12, 2023
■ Neighborhood meetings focused on:
- Existing conditions
Employment and economic development, land use and transportation, housing
equity and climate resilience, growth targets
- Preliminary observations
- Goals & opportunities for future development
o Respondents' Common Themes (Total Comments - Approx. 360)
■ Support mixed -use and multifamily housing
■ Improved safety and walkability
■ Protect and expand environmental assets
■ Support for ADUs and middle housing, but protect existing character
■ Green pockets for community activity/gathering
■ Better connectivity and transit
■ Grow mindfully and equitably
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o Online Open House — early results (last updated 3/18)
■ Sample question/response
For each of the following, please indicate how closely, our overall approach
and proposed Growth Alternatives meets the intent of the vision
statement?
Strongly
Somewhat
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Agree
Neutral Disagree Disagree
Improve access to the natural beauty of our Community: 57%
14%
11%
11% 3% 3%
Preserve Parks and Open Space.
Safe Streets: Design and manage roadways to prioritize the 37%
14%
14%
14% 6% 14%
safety of all users.
Promote Healthy Lifestyles: Emphasize mixed -use development 31%
26%
6%
17% 3% 17%
within neighborhoods where residents can live, work and play.
Promote Climate Resiliency: Prioritize pedestrian -friendly 31%
17%
9%
26% 3% 14%
streets and improve transit connectivity.
Support Thriving Arts Scene: Create opportunities for live -work 29%
17%
14%
29% 6% 6%
in Arts District and Downtown.
Vibrant Diverse Neighborhoods: Equitable distribution of 26%
17%
14%
11% 14% 17%
housing affordability levels.
Total Votes: 35
o Online Open House Comment Board
Planning for Growth in Edmonds
o Why Plan?
■ Enable housing choices & a mix of land uses.
■ Equitably distribute employment and housing.
■ Identify infrastructure needs & opportunities.
■ Protect environmentally critical areas & natural assets.
■ Foster economic development.
■ Promote cultural arts and community.
■ Generate revenue to allow for greater investments in city services.
o Set the Stage
■ City of Edmonds' adopted plans and initiatives lend ideas on how to explore future growth
(land use changes) in updated Comp Plan:
- Pros Park Plan
- Climate Action Plan
- Reimagining Neighborhoods
- ADU Code Updates
- Citizen's Housing Commission
- WA State House Bill legislation
■ Comprehensive Plan meetings in December 2023 discussed neighborhood level
opportunities and challenges
Understanding the process
• Under the GMA, 20-year population growth is
GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT projected at the county level.
VISION 205D& MULTICOUNTY �� • PSRC 2050 distributes the growth to counties through
"`A""'"°POLICIES policies, actions, and regional growth strategies.
Snohomish County distributes growth based
on Commerce and regional guidance. They also
prepare the Buildings Land Report and CPPs
(countywide planning and growth policies) providing a
framework to each city.
• Cities must accommodate these numbers based on
State House Bills, such as HB 1110, 1337 & 1220, and
state, regional and county legislature.
_______Local1urisdictions plan for the County_ adopted_2044 targets ------
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o 2044 — Meeting Growth Targets
Housing Units
Per the Growth Management Act:
• Edmonds is projected to grow by 13,000 people over ,i a,000 pp
the next twenty years --- i
r_---+�
5,000
• Edmonds currently has capacity for 2,500 jobs. o i L......
Capacity for 500 jobs must be added
15000
• Edmonds has 19,000 housing units and ca .. 100
5,000. It must increase unit capacity b 4,000 or a loom
total of 9,000
s000
0
Existing Units Current Required
Capacity Capacity
Kate Howe, VIA Perkins Eastman, explaining combining these three bills focuses the collective attention
on how to plan for more affordable homes near transit and jobs. These package of house bills passed by the
state legislature is in response to a housing crisis that has been going on for some time. For the first time, it
introduces a form of housing equity into the planning processes by asking cities to think more about the
form of housing and how housing is affordable for different income levels. She reviewed:
o House Bills Applied — Single -Family Zones
Increases middle housing in
single family residential areas
At least two homes per lot
Four per lot if located within a
quarter -mile walking distance of
a major transit stop (Like SWIFT
BRT Stop or Amtrak station in
Edmonds)
Four per lot if one of the homes
is affordable.
Requires allowing 2 accessory
dwelling units in all single-family
zoning districts
• Requires cities to differentiate
between housing types, ties these
types to affordability levels
• Have sufficient capacity for each
housing type
(The capacity target by housing types is
provided by Snohomish County Housing
Requirements Report as per Dept. of
Commerce guidance)
o Edmonds — Higher Cost Community
■ High average sale price for middle housing unit (townhomes, duplex, triplex, quad) unit at
> 120% AMI
■ Unit sales* in last two years in Edmonds average an estimated $720,000 with no sales
below $590,000
■ The sales prices would need to be below $400,000** to correspond to a rent or mortgage
payment that would be considered affordable at <120% AMI
*Costs are sourced from townhomes sold in Edmonds between March 2022 and January
2024, Redfin and realtors based in Edmonds with 47 data points.
**According to the Department of Commerce recommended Fannie Mae calculator
Complying with HB 1220
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Complyinq with HB1220
9,069 Total Unit Capacity
must follow this distribution:
Due to Edmonds being a Higher
Cost Community, the typology of
Middle Housing can only count
towards 126 units. Setting
affordability incentives or
regulations will not change this.
ADUs can count for a large
number of units, combined with
low-rise, mid -rise apartments.
o Complying with HB 1220
HB 1220
• Requires cities to differentiate between
housing types per affordability levels
Must be low-rise, or ADUs or low-rise. Middle housing or
mid -rise apartments / mid -rise apartments/ any other type
condos condos I
M.tb.a C20i0-2W0 Mou All l n. by 1 City d 41.wM INr-114023P )
�.� 2,479 ( I
uro 1,987
1 893
1475
977
142 1
090-30% 090-30% soy- % 80� 80% 80q 100% 10096,420% >1
on-PSH PSH
-Data Source- The Housing Chamctenstics and Needs in Snohomish County report has been
compiled pursuant to Countywide Planning Policy (CPP) HO-b
-Distribution of housing type to affordability level for high cost communities from the DepartrWrit
of Commerce Guidebook for Applying HB 1220.
• Have sufficient capacity for each housing type
• (The capacity target by housing types is
provided by Snohomish County Housing
Requirements Report as per Dept. of
Commerce guidance)
o Complying with All Housing Bills
4,207
Remaining
Required
o Our Assumptions
9,069 Total
units
9.069 aDDrox. Total Unit CaDacit
Must follow this distribution
23.6 % ADUs or low-rise. 1.4% Middle housing or
mid -rise apartmentsl condos other type
75% units must be low-rise, or
F
26 mid -rise apartments I condos
129
Housing distribution by
Area Median Income (AMI)
Total units needed r — — —
(Per Snohomish Countv growth tareetsll: 9.069
Existing Capacity per BLR 1: 4,862 1
1 — I
— I
Remaining Required j :4,207 1
1----I
4,862
Existing per
BLR
All these count towards low/midrise
category (part of the 6,814 units bucket)
Remaining 1,952
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As discussed on the previous slide: 4,207 Remaining Units Required
ADU Capacity filled by HB 1337 1,642
Capacity filled by HB 1110 + 42
Capacity filled by both combined : = 1,684
Approx. 2,700* units
*Must be low-rise, or mid -rise
apartments/ condos or ADUs
Defining Centers and Hubs
o What is a 15-Minute City?
■ This is a diagram that imagines cities
where most daily necessities and
services within a 15-minute walk or
bike ride from their homes
■ Many benefits for the 15-minute city
model
■ Boosts to the local economy
■ Supports equitable, inclusive city with
a stronger sense of community
■ Lower transport emissions providing
better air quality
■ Develops people -centered streets
■ Creates inter -connected places
■ Encourages diverse and affordable
housing
o Centers & Hubs
■ Centers
1. Redevelopment to meet community
goals + enhance public realm
2. Has retail and other commercial
businesses
3. Moderate scale multifamily
residential land uses
4. Increase maximum heights one floor
by right, and possible two floors with
incentives in some areas (5 floors
max
5. Good multimodal access with existing
transit service
■ Hubs
4,207 Units
Daily Needs, Schools
Amenities /
Offices
%-ZIA
Walk / bike =
facllibes
IZ
Outdoor facilities
Open Spaces
Businesses
Activi y,p ,
b ��� Sernc.s
. Community spaces for
events & gathering
Downtown/
Waterfront
Activity
Center Five Corners
i
Meolica District
Westgate i, I Highway 99
Subarea
Firdale Village,
21
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1. Redevelopment to meet community
goals + enhance public realm.
2. Smaller scale. Includes some mixed
land uses, e.g. retail or commercial
businesses
3. Low rise apartments or missing
middle housing.
4. Increase maximum heights one floor
by right, and possible two floors with
incentives in some areas (4 floors
max)
5. Good multimodal access with existing
transit service.
o Centers & Hubs Prototypical Descr
4 fl.
Centers:
• Allow up to 4 floors with ground floor
retail/commercial.
• Allow up to 3 floors entirely residential.
• In Alternative A: Select locations with
community benefit Incentives, allow 5
floor mixed -use.
�r
iption
North Bowl
Downtown/ ,
Waterfront
Activity
Center
Firdale North',,.---)
F -4 fl.
Hubs: � r- �+� 3 fl.
j--;--r� �
• Allow up to 4 floors with ground floor
retail/commercial.
• Allow up to 3 floors entirely residential.
Ms. McLaughlin reviewed Draft Conceptual Alternatives:
EVE
No Action
This alternative is non -compliant with Washington State
Growth Management Act requirements.
Neighborhood Residential
(Housing Bills Compliange)
Middle housing: Duplexes. Triplexes. ADUs, townhomes,
quadplexes (only with one affordable until, stacked Bats,
cottage style and courtyard apart cents powam.a,i
wm•monr
�'�TranMl Rartaa
Bus Stop
High Capacity BBT goof.
Perrinville t';
l
East Seaview
Highway 99
Subarea
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Neighborhood Residential
(Housing Bills Compliance)
Middle housing: Duplexes. Triplexes, ADUs, townhomes,
quadplexes (only with one affordable unit), stacked flats,
cottage style and courtyard apartments
Neighborhood Center
Mid -scale mixed -use: Apartments or condos with retain
commerciallofrices on ground floor In select locations
•Neighborhood Hub
Low -scale mixed -use: Apartments or condos with retalU
coremerclap offices on ground floor In select locations
iMedical District Expansion
r 15 Minute Neighborhoods
J Most daily necessities and services can be easily
314 Mile' reached by a 15-minute walk, bike ride, or transit from
any point in the neighborhood.
/1
( Transit Oriented Housing
Transit Routes connecting the Center. and Hubs
e Bus Slop
High Capacity BRT Route
4 Floors* Max.
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3 Floors Max. .,A, eenle,
4 Floors* Max,
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Eapansbn
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*In select locations, Community Benefit Incentives will allow +1 floor for 5 Floors Max. V Pi.
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Highvmy 99
Subarea
Alternative ' Transit Routes connecting nre Centers and Hub.
e R.. Stop r
O High Capacity BRT Route ,/-`
Distributed • -
Neighborhood Residential
(Housing Bills Compliance) Pwrinviile
Middle housing: Duplexes. Triplexes, ADUs, townhomes.
quadplexes (only with one affordable unit), stacked flats,
cottage style and courtyard apartments -
i
• Neighborhood Center N° �.l
9 1 East Seav' w
Mid -scale mixed -use: Apartments or condos with retalU 3 Floors* Max.
commercial/offices on ground floor In select locations s.
Dcwmown/ t.1
• Neighborhood Hub watm,rgm I -- rx�dKal oixrK
Low -scale mixed -use: Apartments or condos with retalU 3 Floors* Max. Acovny eemer Evpan„an -
commerclaU offices on ground floor in select locations
e..
Medical District Expansion 3 Floors* Max.
S 3
15 Minute Neighborhoods
Highway 99
Most daily necessities and services can be easily
'4f4 Mib' reached by a 15-minute walk. bike ride, or transit from
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1. Be consistent with the GMA, PSRC
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achieve Community's vision
"Edmonds is a charming and welcoming
city offering outstanding quality of life for all
with vibrant and diverse neighborhoods,
safe streets, parks, and a thriving arts
scene shaped in a way to promote healthy
lifestyles, climate resiliency, and access to
the natural beauty of our community."
COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT OLSON, TO EXTEND
THE MEETING TO 10:25. MOTION CARRIED (6-1), COUNCILMEMBER TIBBOTT VOTING NO.
• What's in an EIS? (Environmental Impact Statement)
o The DEIS contains:
■ Information about the alternatives
■ Potential impacts
■ Mitigation
o This information helps decision makers choose how to do the project
o The FEIS may contain the preferred alternative and response to comments on the Draft EIS
o The City's comprehensive plan can be adopted after the Final EIS is issued
Finalizing the Alternatives for the Draft EIS
o The EIS team needs bookends of "Pens Down"
alternatives to analyze For Growth Alts"
o April 13 "Pens down" I April 13-20 Transportation Final Alternatives
■ The EIS team will begin the analysis of
Env. analysis
environmental impacts
■ Any changes may result in additional I May - mid June
Alternatives assessed for DEIS
analysis delays in schedule and budget I by Herrera
increases
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o August 22 DEIS issued by the City with a City to review Env. analysis
discussion of potential impacts for the No DEIS Issued
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Alternatives Aug 22 - Sept 20
o The Preferred Alternative results from the i DEIS Comment period
comments of DEIS DEIS Public Hearing
Notice issued 10 days prior
Final EIS in Nov with the final plan.
Preferred Alternative based on comments.
How Many Alternatives Does this EIS need?
o Two Action alternatives plus the No Action Alternative are a good fit for this EIS process
o There would be no benefit to adding a third Action Alternative
o Adding alternatives does not always make an EIS "better," but more alternatives are always
longer and more expensive
Schedule
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Councilmember Nand commented she was excited by the hub opportunity because it distributes growth
throughout the City and creates more opportunity for neighborhood identity and coming together, an
important psychological aspect of housing. She asked if there was any opportunity in the development code
or comprehensive plan to address resident -owned communities for manufactured homes. With concerns
about building heights and massing, that could be a great way to get lower profile affordable housing that
is also a home equity opportunity. Ms. McLaughlin responded that was discussed as part of the ADU
legislation and a lot of work is being done in that realm. Once "pens down" regarding growth alternatives
is reached on April 13, the effort will shift to discussing the housing element at a policy level. Once there
is an understanding of where units will be placed, discussions will begin about to how to foster, reduce
barriers and promote different types of affordable housing.
Councilmember Dotsch said she is hearing from citizens that they do not feel they are part of the process.
She attend the meetings in December where about 12 people at most attended other than the waterfront
meeting. The idea of a 15-minute city, neighborhoods, and hubs is very abstract and high level thinking for
people until it gets into the number of stories, density, etc. Her research regarding 15-minute cities found
there are none, Paris isn't one even though it is used as an example. She felt the abstracts were trying to
square peg Edmonds into a round hole and the people living in the neighborhood and nodes don't
understand what's coming. She was hopeful the open house will help them understand.
With regard to environmental impacts, Councilmember Dotsch said it her understanding of the April 13
date was once the draft EIS is begun, changes cannot be made regarding where density and housing goes.
Ms. McLaughlin responded because the environmental analysis is complex, elaborate and takes quite a lot
of time, things can't be moving during that process which is the reason for pens down. Once the DEIS
comes out, things absolutely can change because all the impacts are transparently articulated and a preferred
alternative can be shaped based on the information from the DEIS. Councilmember Dotsch observed that
would only be for the ones that are shown; if a third or fourth alternative was not in the DEIS, it would not
be considered. Ms. McLaughlin commented forums like this and like the open house and virtual open house,
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planning board meetings are intended to capture input regarding where people prefer to see growth
throughout the City.
Councilmember Dotsch asked if other alternatives come out of public engagement or the planning board,
would they need to be developed by April 13. Ms. McLaughlin cautioned against a whole new alternative;
their request was for people to provide specific comments which can be incorporated into the framework
provided or consider how it can be analyzed in the DEIS. Councilmember Dotsch relayed her understanding
that Alternatives A and B are set and they will not be changed other than little nuances. She asked if there
was opportunity to include lower profiles, not include Perrinville due to the watershed, etc. She was trying
to understand how input could result in a different alternative. Ms. McLaughlin referred to area details at
the parcel level that were included in the council packet for each of the growth alternatives. She
recommended comments be as detailed as possible so changes can be considered.
Councilmember Dotsch observed as of April 13, pens are down. She asked what that means exactly in terms
of decisions that have to be made by April 13. Ms. McLaughlin answered the approximately 2700 units is
the target that Edmonds needs to meet based on applying all the state regulations and housing projections.
Anything studied in the DEIS needs to meet that number. Using Councilmember Dotsch's example of
removing Perrinville would entail determining how many units that areas yields and where they could be
shifted elsewhere in the City. Changes can be made to the alternatives based on input prior to April 13.
Councilmember Dotsch asked how long the April 13 date has been known. Ms. McLaughlin answered staff
has been transparent about that since the growth alternatives were first presented at planning board.
Councilmember Dotsch noted this is the first time council has heard about it. Ms. McLaughlin commented
this is the first time the growth alternatives have been presented at council. Councilmember Dotsch
observed it seemed pretty late for council to make good decisions, just a month to get input regarding where
to put growth, whether to have 15-minute cities, etc. before making a decision. She did not see anything on
the extended agenda regarding further council discussion. She felt this was getting short shrift and little
information was provided to make an impactful decision regarding land use for the next 20 years. As council
is at the mercy of what staff presents, she was very disappointed with the limited time. She expressed
interest in an extension and adding a study session for further discussion. Ms. McLaughlin answered staff
would be happy to schedule a study session and she planned to reach out to Council President Olson.
Councilmember Paine agreed a lot of people are talking about the alternatives. It will be interesting to see
how the council's decisions, particularly regarding ADUs, are incorporated into the alternatives. If a block
of the City's geography like Perrinville were removed, it would be necessary to consider how to equitably
redistribute housing units across the rest of the City. It would be helpful to have study sessions to understand
how all the elements of the GMA affect the comprehensive plan. She was interested in how the council will
make a decision regarding ADUs. She wondered if Edmonds homeowners were queried, how many have
existing, unregistered ADUs.
Council President Olson asked why non-compliance is being included as one of the alternatives in the EIS,
whether that was a waste of EIS resources and whether evaluating three alternatives that comply would be
more useful, particularly since doing nothing is not an option. Ms. McLaughlin answered a no action
alternative is standard in an EIS framework to provide a baseline, although it is not required. Antidotally
she has heard that people like to see a no action alternative versus inclusion of housing units. Council
President Olson responded it is usually included because it is an option. In this case, it is not an option and
she did not understand why money would be wasted on that evaluation instead of a third alternative. Ms.
Howe commented that was an interesting idea; she has not heard of an EIS without a no action alternative
so some research would need to be done.
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Councilmember Eck expressed appreciation for Ms. McLaughlin and her team's hard work. There are
listening points coming up such as the online open house. She has seen in nearby cities how a 15 minute
walkability to amenities is very helpful and seems to work. The alternatives should not place all the growth
in the bowl or along Highway 99 and growth needs to be equitably distributed throughout the City in a way
that makes the most sense. She relayed questions she has heard such as where does the 13,000 growth target
come from and whether the City can push back to Snohomish County on that target. Another comment she
has heard is that the alternatives do not show diversity in housing types. However, in looking at the plan in
totality, it will create diverse housing types. With regard to diverse housing types, Ms. McLaughlin
commented the alternates enable missing middle which includes 7 out of 9 typologies citywide. Even if the
City zones for 3-4 stories, those missing middle options are still available to those parcels. To meet its
growth targets, the City needs to show there is zoning to meet the higher densities. A developer could make
a choice to develop townhomes instead of apartments. It comes down to the feasibility to redevelop based
on land cost and density. Staff plans to unpack the 13,000 at Saturday's open house including graphics that
show the numbers were provided by the state to the county and to the city.
COUNCILMEMBER NAND MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO EXTEND
THE MEETING TO 10:35 PM. UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION FAILED (4-3) FOR LACK OF A
SUPER MAJORITY; COUNCILMEMBERS ECK, PAINE AND NAND AND COUNCIL
PRESIDENT OLSON VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS CHEN, TIBBOTT AND DOTSCH
VOTING NO.
Councilmember Chen referred to the focused growth alternative for which appeared to propose upzoning
to four floors versus three floors. He asked if that was for the entire City or select centers and hubs. Ms.
McLaughlin referred to a map with four neighborhood centers, Firdale Village, Westgate, Five Corners,
and the Medical District Expansion; those areas would have a base four floor allowance, it is currently three
floors. Councilmember Chen asked if those locations were open to community input via the open house.
Ms. McLaughlin agreed, noting there is more detailed analysis in the online open house materials and in
the council packet. Councilmember Chen expressed interest in getting more input at the open house, noting
there is a lot of talent in the community, and possibly regarding a third alternative. He noted ADUs will be
very critical because that is a citywide policy rather than in just the hubs and centers. He looked forward to
further discussions.
Councilmember Nand acknowledged this draft was created with a lot of skepticism. She referred to packet
page 629 which includes a proposal for mitigation steps in the Highway 99 community which is something
that community has advocated for ever since the stepback controversy when she first joined the council in
2022. She commended the planning department for incorporating feedback about redistributing density to
other places and making redevelopment more palatable to the residents of the community.
4. RESOLUTION ADOPTING TRAFFIC SAFETY CAMERA LOCATION ANALYSIS
II. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
12. COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The Council meeting was adjourned at 10:24 pm.
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Approval of Special Meeting Minutes March 26, 2024
Staff Lead: Council
Department: City Clerk's Office
Preparer: Scott Passey
Background/History
N/A
Recommendation
Approval of Council Meeting minutes as part of the Consent Agenda.
Narrative
Council meeting minutes are attached.
Attachments:
2024-03-26 Council Special Minutes ES
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EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
March 26, 2024
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Mike Rosen, Mayor
Vivian Olson, Council President
Neil Tibbott, Councilmember
Will Chen, Councilmember
Michelle Dotsch, Councilmember
Susan Paine, Councilmember
Chris Eck, Councilmember
Jenna Nand, Councilmember
1. CALL TO ORDER
STAFF PRESENT
Sharon Cates, City Attorney
Jessica Neil-Hoyson, Human Resources Director
Scott Passey, City Clerk
The Edmonds City Council special meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm by Mayor Rosen in the Council
Chambers, 250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council then convened in executive session for approximately 45 minutes to review the performance
of a public employee per RCW 42.30.110(1)(g). The executive session concluded at 6:41 p.m.
3. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
The meeting reconvened at 6:41 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 6:42 p.m.
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Council Confirmation of Tree Board Appointment
Staff Lead: City Council
Department: City Council
Preparer: Beckie Peterson
Background/History
The Citizens' Tree Board encourages the planting, protecting, and maintaining of trees for long-term
community benefit. The Tree Board has an advisory role to the mayor, City Council and to other boards
and commissions on matters outlined in Chapter 10.95.030 of the Edmonds City Code.
Tree Board Position #1 became vacant with the resignation of Kevin Fagerstrom. Notification of the
opening was posted and applications were requested. Three applicants were interviewed.
Appointments must be confirmed by a majority of the full City Council per ECC 10.95.B.
Recommendation
Approve the Council appointment for Tree Board Positions #1.
Narrative
Ray White, Position #1, term will expire on 12/31/2025 - appointed by Councilmember Chris Eck
Attachments:
Ray White_Redacted application for Tree Board
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What skits and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? Scientific knowledge
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Resolution Concerning ReEstablishment Workplan of the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement
District
Staff Lead: City Council
Department: City Council
Preparer: Beckie Peterson
Background/History
When the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District was established by Ordinance 3909 in
January 2013, there was no termination date included in the establishment documents.
This resolution was discussed during the March 26, 2024 Council meeting, and a motion passed for the
resolution to be forwarded for full council approval on a future consent agenda.
Recommendation
Approve the resolution concerning the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District workplan.
Narrative
It is considered a best practice to include a specific term of duration in establishment documents. The
BID Executive Board and Advisory Committee and the City administration are aligned in wanting to
research this and other best practices, and to consider changes to the Edmonds Downtown BID as a
result of that exploration.
Per discussion at the BID Advisory Board meeting on March 14, 2024, the BID intends to explore using
money from the BID budget to engage a consultant who specializes in BIDs and Main Street USA
programs to help prepare a workplan.
The Council, by passing this resolution, indicates support, and sets an expectation of the timeline for
Council to receive and take action on this BID workplan.
Attachments:
2024-03-19 BID resolution post meeting draft 4
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING A TIMEFRAME FOR CONSIDERATION
OF A REESTABLISHMENT WORKPLAN FOR THE EDMONDS
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.
WHEREAS Executive Board and Advisory Committee of the Edmonds Downtown Business
Improvement District (BID) along with City leadership are aligned in wanting to make sure that the
BID is operating in alignment with best practices, which include, but are not limited to, a term of
duration in its establishment documents; and
WHEREAS, the BID Advisory Committee, per discussion at its meeting on March 14, 2024, intends
to explore using money from the BID budget to engage a consultant who specializes in BIDs and
Main Street USA programs; and
WHEREAS, the city council anticipates that, with or without the assistance of a consultant, the BID
will prepare a workplan for the reestablishment of the BID; and
WHEREAS, this work plan is likely to include the various procedural steps available to reestablish it
with different terms, including a fixed term or duration; and now therefore,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, HEREBY
RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council intends to take action on the BID's reestablishment workplan not later
than summer of 2025.
RESOLVED this 26`h day of March, 2024.
CITY OF EDMONDS
MAYOR, MIKE ROSEN
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
Resolution Providing Direction for Comp Plan Draft Growth Alternatives
Staff Lead: Council President Olson
Department: City Council
Preparer: Beckie Peterson
Background/History
Council was briefed on the Comprehensive Plan Draft Growth Alternatives on March 19, 2024.
The City hosted an in -person public forum this topic on March 23, 2024. The city has also hosted an
online open house for public input on the draft growth alternatives from March 11 - April 2.
The Planning Board met March 27, 2024 and provided Growth Alternative recommendations (minutes
not yet published).
Council's initial direction on the Draft Growth Alternative Options, with inputs from the planning board,
the EDC, the public and in keeping with state, regional and county requirements, will help to guide staff
and consultants.
These alternatives show different ways that the city could meet its forecasted population growth. The
goal of the SEPA EIS process is to provide Council with information that they need about environmental
impacts so that they can make a future project decision.
Council will eventually vote to adopt a 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update considering the impacts that
were disclosed in the EIS. The decision could be to adopt one of the action alternatives or to create a
blend of the two, as long as all potential impacts have been analyzed in the EIS.
Recommendation
A motion to direct the city attorney to draft a resolution providing a framework for Council's anticipated
direction during the April 9 Special Meeting regarding Draft Growth Alternatives.
Narrative
Council has set a Special Meeting on Tuesday April 9, 7:30pm to consider the Draft Growth Alternatives
as presented to Council on March 19.
Council anticipates providing direction on the Growth Alternatives at this meeting, and this proposed
resolution would establish this direction formally.
Audience comment will be on the agenda for this meeting.
Staff will review the Planning Board recommendations, and the preliminary feedback of the online open
house (March 11 - April 2).
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Council's direction on the Draft Growth alternatives is not an adoption of these alternatives, rather
guidance for the purposes of the EIS analysis. Council will make future decision on whether to adopt a
preferred alternative in the FEIS.
The Comp Plan Timeline indicates a "pencils down" for Growth Alternatives on April 13. Consequences
to a delay to this timeline will be discussed, but include changes to contractor's scope, cost and
schedule. Staff and the consultant team need certainty that changes will not be made to the draft
growth alternatives once the DEIS analysis has been initiated.
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City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 04/2/2024
State of the City Recap, Financial Resiliency, and Next Steps
Staff Lead: Carolyn LaFave
Department: Mayor's Office
Preparer: Carolyn LaFave
Background/History
In response to the council declaring a fiscal emergency during the 2024 budget process, the city needs to
develop a plan and make decisions that will assure its future financial stability.
Staff Recommendation
No action is required, for Council review. Please note, presentation materials will be available on Friday,
3/29/2024.
Narrative
This discussion will go into more detail on items shared by the mayor during his State of the City. Mike
Bailey will share additional observations made by the mayor's Blue -Ribbon Panel and the -proposed
project plan to implement a budget process that will be structured around service, performance
measures and community expectations. His presentation will describe this work and culminate in
recommendations to the city council for future work by the city to restore financial resiliency. Time will
be reserved for a council discussion on the observations and the proposed plan.
Attachments:
Council presentation April 2 Fiscal First Aid
Strategic Approach to Fiscal Resilence for the City of Edmonds
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City of Edmonds Fiscal First Aid
Council Update and Check -In
Mike Bailey, Financial Consultant
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1. Recognize — Council recognized this issue last summer / fall
1. Invoked a "fiscal emergency" per policy
2. Mobilize — Mayor mobilized aBlue-Ribbon Panel
3. Generic Treatments — Mayor initiated numerous treatments
4. Initial Diagnosis — See next slides
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External Impacts
• Between 2020 and 2024 Consumer Price Index
increased 20%.
• State 1% restriction.
• State requirements.
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additional police cars and technology,
replenishing deferred bldg. Maint. fund, library
repairs, new financial software, staff additions,
staff salaries.
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$9.45
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repairs, new financial software, staff additions,
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Internal Impacts
Revenues grew 27.8% over 4 years (7% annually)
Expenditures grew 44.9% (11.2% annually)
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• New programs / increased level of service
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Forecasted revenues missed target estimates
in three out of the last four years.
2020 by -$1.6 million.
2022 by -$3.4 million.
2023 by -$2.6 million.
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Discussions and Conclusions Thus Far
1. Recognize — Council recognized this issue last summer / fall
1. Invoked a "fiscal emergency" per policy
2. Mobilize — Mayor mobilized aBlue-Ribbon Panel
3. Generic Treatments — Mayor initiated numerous treatments
4. Initial Diagnosis — See next slides
5. Fiscal First Aid — The subject for the Balance of this Discussion
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The Strategy
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Reduce expenses to get through it.
Develop strategy to replenish reserve funds.
Develop strategy to bridge 2025
Budget by priorities / Zero based budgeting.
Continue to identify savings.
Resolve fire service costs and issues.
Utilize new budget process to identify future needs
and identify funding gaps.
Identify additional savings and any additional
revenue requirements.
9.2.a
Develop strategy to bridge 2025
Options:
1. Reduce expenses to balance subsequent budgets — 25%
2. Seek voter approval for tax increases
1.
Could
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limited number
of years (maybe 1)
2.
Won't
be
the last request
for a tax increase
3. Borrow (internally) for interim solution
1. Take more time to develop alonger-term solution
4. A combination of the above options
(e.g. reduce expenses less than 25%; include either 2 or 3 above)
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Budget by priorities / Zero based budgeting
• Don't "cut" this budget — build the right budget — zero based
• Engage firm to provide budget software and facilitate MW
• ResourceX — a subsidiary of Tyler Technologies (our software vender)
• Inform City budget priorities with community meetings
• Develop 2025-26 biennial budget based on:
• Council priorities informed by community meetings
• Zero -based budget by priorities
• Decisions regarding fire service provision (i.e. RFA)
• Revised revenue targets and potential community vote
9.2.a
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Questions we will be asking:
What services do WE want from government?
What are our service priorities.?
What metrics we will use?
How do we ensure equity?
What amenities do we need?
What assumptions do we use to anticipate the future.?
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Closing Questions Discussion
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9.2.b
Proposed Strategic Approach to Fiscal Resilience for the City of Edmonds
Here is a potential path forward.
1. Engage ResourceX to facilitate the budget process.
a. They will provide a priority -based budget process which the council has expressed
interest in and will serve as a strong foundation for the future.
b. ResourceX will have already analyzed past budgets and created decision units (as a favor
to me). They will also provide you with a likely scenario of budget priorities based on
their past work and data analytics.
c. They will likely also, as a result, identify the "low -hanging -fruit" opportunities toward
balancing the budget.
2. We should organize facilitated community meetings to brief on the issues and enable
participants to share their opinions on the tradeoffs we will confront with this upcoming biennial
budget process.
a. Do a few of these (maybe 4 or 6) over the next 6 weeks. I can facilitate if you like.
b. Use the decision units created by ResourceX as a focus.
c. Compile the input into a framework for priorities and strategies that inform the budget
process. Share this work -product with the council as a starting point for their budget
priority setting.
d. Use this budget process to identify what the city should fund, and as a consequence
what the city won't fund —this reduces our current cost either by partnering with
others, outsourcing or eliminating / reducing programs. Again, this will be supported by
the community input so politically expedient.
3. Based on the recommendations from the RFA study make a recommendation to the council with
regard to a public vote regarding the property tax.
If recommendation is to annex to the RFA, support that effort. We could retain the
property taxes to help address our problems.
i. Between the $6m net benefit from the RFA annexation and other revenue
options that may be sufficient to address the revenue side of the equation.
b. If recommendation is to retain fire responsibility then a property tax levy lid lift effort in
August seems necessary.
4. Start the biennial budget process with steps 1 and 2 above.
a. Begin working with the department directors on the expectations for this upcoming
budget process.
i. We need to introduce the notion that program performance metrics will be
essential in this work — a new concept in Edmonds.
ii. We can "vest" the department directors in their responsibilities for contributing
to fiscal resiliency and let them into the tent.
b. Put a calendar together with the details of how we are going to build the budget.
i. Include the public's role (the community meetings in 2 above), the council's role
starting with their policy direction at the beginning of our work (but after the
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9.2.b
community meetings), the department director's role and the finance office's
role.
ii. Include specific dates, where we can, and date ranges where we can't.
c. Utilize the Priority -Based Budget approach supported by ResourceX (and me) which will
deliver a process to follow, clear alignment with community and council priorities.
i. Their software will facilitate the process and present clear opportunities into the
various levels (as defined by us) such as mandated service, core service,
important to have, nice to have, etc.
ii. Their software will help guide us in building the budget as well as be the way we
present the priority -oriented choices for council's consideration.
Financial Planning Schedule
Rough Outline for the 2025-26 Biennial Budget
March
1. Brief council / labor / staff
2. State of the City 281n
3. Council workshop on budget development approach (could be in April)
April
1. Contract for Priority Based Budgeting (PBB)
a. Beginning implementing PBB by importing data, etc.
2. Community meetings to identify community priorities
a. 4-6 meetings of about 15-20 people to meet in groups
(including boards and commission members)
3. Council retreat to review community input and finalize priorities
May
1. Department use PBB approach to begin building budgets
June
1. Mid -year financial review— council meeting
a. Review of current year budget status
b. Preliminary review of revenues (for next biennium)
i. Both general government and utilities
c. Preliminary review of long-range financial plan (assumptions)
July
2. Public hearing
1. Detailed forecasts for internal purposes which informs budget decision making and related
actions
August
1. Proposed Preliminary Budget (not balanced)
2. Internal budget balancing work by the mayor and staff leadership team
September
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9.2.b
1. Mayor's preliminary budget recommendation
October
1. Council budget workshops & first public hearing
November
1. Council budget workshops & second public hearing
2. Adopt 2025-26 biennial budget
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