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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-12-17 Council Special Packet 700Agenda Edmonds City Council SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 250 5TH AVE NORTH, EDMONDS, WA 98020 DECEMBER 17, 2024, 7:00 PM Edmonds City Council Agenda December 17, 2024 Page 1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS BEGINNING AT 7:00 PM ARE STREAMED LIVE ON THE COUNCIL MEETING WEBPAGE, COMCAST CHANNEL 21, AND ZIPLY CHANNEL 39. TO ATTEND VIRTUALLY, CLICK ON OR PASTE THE FOLLOWING ZOOM MEETING LINK INTO A WEB BROWSER USING A COMPUTER OR SMART PHONE: HTTPS://ZOOM.US/J/95798484261 BY PHONE: +1 253 215 8782 WEBINAR ID: 957 9848 4261 1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE 2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 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 4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT REGARDING ANY MATTER NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA AS CLOSED RECORD REVIEW OR AS A PUBLIC HEARING. SPEAKERS ARE LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES. PLEASE STATE CLEARLY YOUR NAME AND CITY OF RESIDENCE. IF USING A COMPUTER OR SMART PHONE, RAISE A VIRTUAL HAND TO BE RECOGNIZED. IF USING A DIAL- UP PHONE, PRESS *9 TO RAISE A HAND. WHEN PROMPTED, PRESS *6 TO UNMUTE. 6. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. Written Public Comments (0 min) 2. Outside Boards and Committee Reports (0 min) 7. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA 1. Creative District Gateway Art Project Artist Approval Edmonds City Council Agenda December 17, 2024 Page 2 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Adoption of 2025-2026 Biennium Budget Ordinance (15 min) 2. Adoption of Comprehensive Plan (60 min) 3. Discussion/Potential Action of Fire/EMS Services Options; annexation to RFA, new contract, or other (35 min) 4. Selection of Council President and Council President Pro Tem for 2025 (5 min) 9. COUNCIL COMMENTS 10. MAYOR'S COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 12/17/2024 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 December 5, 2024 and December 11, 2024. Attachments: Public Comment December 17, 2024 6.1 Packet Pg. 3 Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-06 10:51 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/6/2024 12:51:18 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Mary Ellin LastName Block CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Edmonds Marsh Comments Dear Mayor Rosen and City of Edmonds Council Members: As a long-time resident of Edmonds, I urge the Council to make a few revisions to the Draft Comprehensive Plan to address full restoration of the Edmonds Marsh. The Marsh is a unique natural resource in the City. Its full restoration would provide key wildlife habitat, as well as offer residents and visitors enhanced educational and recreational opportunities. Full restoration of the Marsh will only be possible if Willow Creek is allowed to once again flow into Puget Sound, via an open channel through the Unocal site, so salmon can easily access this important habitat. I believe it is critical that we fully restore the Marsh to a salmon-bearing estuary to benefit the health of Puget Sound and the wildlife that inhabit it, and, to provide people with greater opportunities to enjoy, and to learn about, our natural resources. This restoration aligns with the Open Space and Recreation section of RCW 36.70A.020 (listed on page 19 of the Draft), which requires that we, "Retain open space, enhance recreational opportunities, conserve fish and wildlife habitat, increase access to natural resource lands and water, and develop parks and recreation facilities." I ask the Council to revise sections LU-10.1, LU-10.3, and LU-24.4 as follows: WATERFRONT Current Policy Statement LU-10.1: Restore and reclaim Edmonds Marsh as a vital ecological, educational and recreational area. Revision Recommendation: Restore, expand, and reclaim Edmonds Marsh, along with the Unocal land, as a vital ecological, educational, wildlife and recreation area. Current Policy Statement LU-10.3: Remove or modify barriers, such as culverts, to improve fish passage. Revision Recommendation: Remove or modify barriers, such as culverts, and create an open channel through the Unocal property to improve fish passage. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT: HABITAT, VEGETATION, AND WILDLIFE Current Policy Statement LU-24.4: Seek opportunities to restore and enhance the Edmonds Marsh as an estuary. Revision Recommendation: Seek opportunities to restore, expand, and enhance the Edmonds Marsh as a salmon restoration estuary. I also urge the Council to include Environmentally Sensitive Zoning in the Comprehensive Plan in order to further protect our natural resources and infrastructure. We have an opportunity in the drafting of this Plan to craft meaningful protections for the natural resources and infrastructure that are foundational to our quality of life in Edmonds. I hope the Council will take important steps to include these protections. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Mary Ellin Block 6.1.a Packet Pg. 4 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-06 12:51 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/6/2024 2:51:12 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName JANE LastName O'DELL Email CityOfResidence Edmonds, WA AgendaTopic Comprehensive Plan land use provisions Comments Honorable members of the City Council, The effort to complete the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Edmonds has been a huge undertaking and the Planning Department deserves admiration and appreciation for the work they have done. However, it is of extreme importance we are clear about our interests. Keeping the Comprehensive Plan general in tone sounds like appropriate caution, except when it interferes with, or creates confusion regarding, attitudes and aspirations of the City and our residents. There is widespread support in Edmonds for restoration of the Edmonds Marsh. This goes beyond removing invasive weeds, and re-introducing appropriate native plants, to reopening the connection to Puget Sound and allowing the free flow of salt water and the migration of salmonid species that have, historically, used the area. There are still a lot of variables to be addressed to accomplish the re-opening of the Marsh to the Sound, but the focus, and the funding, both depend on a clear statement of the aspiration of the City of Edmonds. I resolutely hope that we can agree to incorporating language in the CP that is unambiguous about our aspirations. The Land Use provisions of the Comprehensive Plan should be revised as follows: Current LU-10.1, stating the desire to “restore and reclaim the Edmonds Marsh as a vital ecological, educational and recreational area” should be revised to read, “restore, expand and reclaim the Edmonds Marsh, along with the Unocal land, as a vital ecological, educational and recreational area.” This proposed revision does not commit the City to expending funds it does not have, it reconfirms the City’s interest. Current LU-10-3, specifies that restoration will “remove or modify barriers, such as culverts, to improve fish passage.” The primary barrier is not culverts (although they should be removed!), but the lack of an open channel to Puget Sound, to which culverts contribute but are not the extent of the problem. The Marsh cannot be “restored” without a channel, and as that is our aspiration the LU-10.3 should propose to “remove or modify barriers, such as culverts, and create an open channel through the Unocal property to improve fish passage.” In the section on Natural Environment, LU-24.4 states the City will “seek opportunities to restore, expand and enhance the Edmonds Marsh as an estuary.” It would be more specific, but in no way commit the City, to clarify that the Marsh should be restored as an “estuary for salmon restoration.” In addressing these ambiguities, the CP will clarify the future the City of Edmonds, and its citizens, hopes to create for the Marsh without interfering in other interests, or overcommitting City resources to accomplish it. 6.1.a Packet Pg. 5 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-09 12:37 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/9/2024 2:37:50 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Brianna LastName Yearwood Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Gymnastics Comments Please vote to continue supporting the Gymnastics program at the Francis Anderson Center! It is immensely important for many local parents and it is SO difficult to find a gymnastics center where they can play and learn without being pushed into the competitive sphere. Coach Jean is amazing and we will be so disappointed if the Edmonds City Council instead decides to turn this into another workout space. We have enough workout spaces and do not need more! We need more support for parents and activities for kids. Part of the reason families relocate to Edmonds is because it is a beautiful place to raise kids... so please do not screw over parents like this. The Surgeon General recently issued a statement about how stressful it is to be a parent these days because there is so much pressure and a lack of support system. Gymnastics at the Francis Anderson Center is one of those support systems and you will be taking it away. Please, please please, reconsider and take into account the desire of local parents and not just cranky old people who want to pretend they will use a treadmill, when we all know they actually won't, whereas my 2 year old and 5 year old will run circles around that room for hours. Think about parents and vote to keep gymnastics!!!!! PLEASE!!!! Online Form 2024-12-09 04:09 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/9/2024 6:09:55 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Brynne LastName GIBSON Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Please Don’t Cancel the Gymnastics Program Comments Dear City Council Members, My name is Brynne, and I’m 12 years old. I’m writing to you because I heard that the gymnastics program might be canceled, and that really makes me sad. Gymnastics is super important to me, and I don’t want to lose something I love so much. I play other sports, but gymnastics is different—it’s the one activity where I feel like I really succeed. It’s helped me build my confidence and feel proud of myself. I’ve made friends there, and we cheer each other on, which is really cool. It’s not just about sports; it’s about feeling strong and happy. If the program is canceled, I’m scared I won’t have another activity where I feel like I belong. 6.1.a Packet Pg. 6 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Gymnastics gives kids like me a chance to shine in something outside of the usual sports. I think it’s important to keep it going so more kids can have the same opportunities. Please don’t take away gymnastics from us. It’s not just an activity—it’s something that really matters to me and other kids. Thank you for listening to what I have to say. Sincerely, Brynne Online Form 2024-12-09 04:22 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/9/2024 6:22:24 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Ryan LastName McKinney Email CityOfResidence EDMONDS AgendaTopic Please do not reduce Law Enforcement Funding Comments Dear Members of the Edmonds City Council, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my understanding of the current budgetary challenges facing our city and to convey my appreciation for your diligent efforts in navigating these complexities. In light of these fiscal constraints, I urge you to consider the critical importance of maintaining adequate funding for our police department. Research indicates that reductions in police budgets can lead to increased crime rates. For instance, a study examining austerity-driven police station closures in London found significant efficiency losses and a rise in crime, underscoring the adverse effects of indiscriminate cuts to police funding. �Please see..... https://cepr.org/voxeu/columns/policing- budget-understanding-impacts-austerity-cuts-crime-police-effectiveness-and Moreover, an increase in crime imposes substantial financial burdens on municipalities. The Inter-American Development Bank reported that crime and violence cost Latin America and the Caribbean nearly 3.5% of their economic output, diverting resources from essential services like education and social assistance. � While this data pertains to a different region, it illustrates the broader economic strain that elevated crime rates can place on local governments. Please see.... https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/crime-costs-latam-caribbean-almost-what-region- spends-education-idb-says-2024-11-11/ Conversely, maintaining or enhancing police funding can contribute to crime reduction. For example, Sweden increased its justice system spending by 3.46 billion crowns ($335 million) to address high crime rates, aiming to restore security and prevent youth recruitment into gangs. �Please see.... https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/sweden- boosts-justice-system-spending-tackle-crime-2024-09-11/ In summary, reducing the police budget may lead to higher crime rates, which in turn can exacerbate financial strains on our city’s budget. I respectfully request that you prioritize public safety by preserving adequate funding for our police department, thereby ensuring the well-being and security of our community. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. Sincerely, Ryan McKinney 6.1.a Packet Pg. 7 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-09 04:34 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/9/2024 6:34:19 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Katie LastName Tibbits Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Edmonds Police Comments Dear Council Members, I am astonished to learn that closing the Edmonds Police precinct and outsourcing our law enforcement elsewhere is a topic that has even come up for consideration. While I am relieved to hear reports that this idea is "exploratory at best", in my opinion, this is still a bridge to far - and you would do well to quickly strike this idea down and look elsewhere to meet the deficit to your budget. One need only travel a few miles south on any major arterial to see the detrimental affects that removing police presence has on the greater Seattle area. Such a decision would invite this lawlessness into our town. Is it your desire to mimic that debacle in our town? Right now Edmonds is a safe, clean city, with thanks to our heroic men and women in uniform who serve us gladly. Removing the police from Edmonds will most surely have devastating consequences to our town. One can imagine the downward spiral that would follow a removal of the police precinct. Once could predict a spike in crime, which will drive out visitors who bring revenue to our area. This may cause businesses to close their doors and move out of our town. One imagines an exodus which may occur as citizens move away, selling their homes, driving down property values. These and potentially other events could follow which will only create more economic issues than this poorly calculated idea hopes to fix. Your budget shortfall will not be repaired by this idea, but rather magnified and most likely multiplied. The astounding list of departments in the City of Edmonds present you with a wealth of other places to look for budget cuts and workforce reductions that make so much more sense than cutting so much as a dime from our police. Even continued discussion of this topic is going to cause individuals to begin looking elsewhere for employment and for homes and prevent movement of any more business from coming here. So please, I ask you to kindly put this idea away forever and move on to many other departments where money is wasted in our city. Thank you for your attention and thank you in advance for good intentions toward our city. 6.1.a Packet Pg. 8 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-09 11:53 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/10/2024 1:53:40 AM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Bill LastName Cooper Email CityOfResidence Snohomish AgendaTopic Elimination of Edmonds Police Department Comments I am a retired Chief of Police and have gone through issues such as contracting services with an outside agency for police services. For agencies with 10 officers or less it is a feasible approach financially and operationally. For an agency the size of Edmonds PD, considering such an action is unreasonable and unworkable, as many agencies of size such as this have found out. The inevitable consequences are significant. I will provide some, each of which requires considerable cost, time and finding solutions for other concerns. The main issues, already occurring, include experienced and trained officers leaving for other agencies. While the city argues some officers would be absorbed by whatever agency contracts, the larger number will wind up unemployed. Additional costs, typically not contained in a contract include training to meet the new agency, change of uniforms and equipment, repaining cars, training officers in the new agencies policies and procedures, which is very time consuming, as well as getting the new agency familiar with and implementing the city's policies and procedures - all of these are very expensive and time consuming. A larger issue is public safety. In such a contract the new agency definitively will not absorb most of the Edmonds officers. There will definitely be fewer officers available in Edmonds and response times to call, including emergencies will become significantly longer. While the initial cost requests appear inviting, over time the cost will increase such that on a per officer basis thise costs always go higher. Given that the city is facing a budget shortfall of $20mm, my first question as a person who has managed large and mid-size agencies would be to define specifically why the city is facing such a problem. This is not made clear to residents, nor has it been well defined. I have extensive experience in identify cost problems and providing genune solutions to address them. Each department in the city needs to be asked to identify waste, redundancy, re- works, non-essential programs and projects and aggregate those costs. I think the city would find a dramatic reduction in its deficit. I literally wrote the book on how to do it and have taught it all over the country. Edmonds PD is a fine organization with fine staff; it would be a serious mistake to eliminate it or even reduce it, and would be a serious problem even copnsidering contracting with King County Sheriff - they have a Sheriff appointed by the County Council who drive the Sheriff politically. It is not a functionally efficient or effective approach and typically results in higher costs, poorer service levels and a law enforcement philosophy that does not align with the citizens or community. I am happy to discuss. 6.1.a Packet Pg. 9 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 Online Form 2024-12-10 09:22 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/10/2024 11:22:10 AM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Barbara LastName Keefe Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic RFA annexation Comments Please vote no for RFA annexation, no double taxation, be fiscally responsible. Edmonds ‘ residents do not need more taxes, how many times do you need to hear that. Do the right thing, fire those 50 employees to help balance the budget, let’s get our own EMS services. Online Form 2024-12-10 01:00 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/10/2024 3:00:18 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Tamara LastName Nelson Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Comprehensive Plan and Out sourcing Emergency Services Comments I would like to state that I am opposed to the counsel pushing through the Comprehensive Plan. As evidenced by the extreme budget problems in the city of Edmonds, the city council and mayor have demonstrated they are not in a position to thoughtfully administer this growth plan that has been heavily influenced by the previous "consultants" and handed down from state leadership with no consideration of our citizens. With the exception of late arrivals CMs Eck and Dotsch, this governing body counted on short term and limited Covid funds to plan their ongoing budget. They are scrambling to make up their fiscal errors by finding new ways to tax and/or fine the citizens, like adding red light cameras "for safety" without consideration of the added staff hours to process the tickets. Saying the state requires expanding housing to this erroneous capacity with no consideration of demographics or elevations or neighborhoods is a cop out. There is precedence of cities pushing back against top down planning. It isn't that I am "anti-development." It is that this council and mayor have not shown good judgement or that they are listening to the citizens (again, Dotsch excluded here). It looks more like a desperate attempt to increase residency to increase tax base to get them out of this mess they're in. We don't need reactionary planning. If you can't afford to have the city own their own fire and police services, you have no business planning future growth. City council needs to do the due diligence in cutting programs, cutting staff not related to safety, and get back to operating in an independent, common sense way in the here 6.1.a Packet Pg. 10 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 and now before we will trust you to plan ahead. And when that planning does take place we expect you to listen to the people who put you in office above and beyond any other consideration. Online Form 2024-12-10 01:14 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/10/2024 3:14:43 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Kevin LastName Kuper Email kjkuper@gmail.com CityOfResidence EDMONDS AgendaTopic RFA _ Comments We do not support annexation into the RFA. We need more time to understand what the alternatives actually look like, in detail. The 20,000' view you have given residents on restoring our own service is inadequate. We do not support giving our fire stations to the RFA and we do not think the RFA model is just or serves the best interests of the citizens of Edmonds, ourselves included. Our family is asking you to negotiate with the RFA on our behalf and demand a reasonably priced one-year contract with a maximum 30% increase. This would mean ~$14million. This is fair and reasonable and will give us more time to fully vet options and appropriately involve our citizenry. Sincerely_ the Kuper family Online Form 2024-12-10 04:58 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 12/10/2024 6:58:33 PM (GMT- 07:00) US/Arizona FirstName Laura LastName Walls Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Comprehensive Plan for Waterfront Land Use Comments Given that the Comprehensive Plan is about reimagining the future of Edmonds, I would like to emphasize the importance of this plan to affirming our goals for the future of Edmonds Marsh. It is essential to recognize that the Unocal property is the keystone that connects and integrates the entire vision for the Edmonds Waterfront, both ecologically and socially. First, the Unocal property is essential to any ecological restoration of the Marsh, which requires daylighting Willow Creek to allow the free flow of waters between the Marsh and Puget Sound. Only this will open a passageway for salmon to spawn upstream, nourish their growth in the estuary, seek the ocean as their instinct demands, and return to their spawning grounds to lay new eggs and with their bodies feed both soil and animal life—thus completing the life cycle blocked by the 6.1.a Packet Pg. 11 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) Edmonds City Council Public Comments – December 17, 2024 underground culvert. In terms of the social ecology of the Edmonds community, the Unocal property is key to building a trail around the perimeter and an overlook on the south side, opening the restored estuary to the public for recreational value. Imagine the profound experience for children of seeing salmon eggs they have raised not only hatch but grow into strong and beautiful fish that return home to Edmonds to continue the cycle of life; imagine the real and cultural value to Edmonds of thus contributing to the wider economy of the Salish Sea. Doing this will mean we will have restored a millennia-old natural process, a process Unocal’s seizure and despoliation had destroyed. I think we all sense why this needs to happen, both to restore a sense of agency and hope for the land we have adopted and made our home, and to reintegrate humans back into the natural landscape as creative participants instead of agents of blockage and destruction. I thank the planners for prioritizing the future of the Marsh. It’s a small marsh, but an immense vision, one central to any whole conception of the future of Edmonds. Yet to realize this vision means there is immense work ahead of us, work the plan itself needs to acknowledge. I urge the language of this Comprehensive Plan be clarified to state that any restoration of the Marsh requires an open reconnection to the Sound, and that reconnection requires building a daylight channel through the Unocal property. I fear that any plan for improvements that doesn’t explicitly acknowledge the difficulty as well as the importance of this challenge risks creating an opening for compromise once the going gets tough—which it will! 6.1.a Packet Pg. 12 At t a c h m e n t : P u b l i c C o m m e n t D e c e m b e r 1 7 , 2 0 2 4 ( W r i t t e n P u b l i c C o m m e n t s ) City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 12/17/2024 Outside Boards and Committee Reports Staff Lead: Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History Outside Boards and Committee Reports will be submitted to the Received for Filing portion of the agenda for last meeting of the month. Staff Recommendation N/A Narrative The Council is asked to review the attached committee reports/minutes from the following organizations: SnoCom 911 Edmonds Public Facilities District Port of Edmonds Snohomish County Tomorrow Attachments: SNO911-Board-Agenda-20241121 PFD102424 Commission Meeting Minutes 10-28-24 - Port Of Edmonds _09252024-2285 6.2 Packet Pg. 13 SNOHOMISH COUNTY 911 BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD MEETING AGENDA November 21, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. Web Conference – Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274396181 Meeting ID: 860 00 46 6014, Passcode: 195881 or dial +1 253 215 8782 Physical location: 1121 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett Police Department, South Precinct. Please note that most Board members and staff attend the meeting remotely. However, pursuant to RCW 42.30, a physical location is also provided. 1. Call to Order A. Roll Call B. Announcements C. Public Comment Policy: Public Comments limited to 3 minutes on discussion items related to agency business. 2. Public Comments 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Consent Agenda A. Minutes from the October 17, 2024 Regular Board Meeting B. October 2024 Blanket Voucher & Payroll Approval Form: i. Checks 1065 – 1069; and 19426 - 19545, for a total of $5,795,776.43 ii. Payroll Direct Deposit, in the amount of $1,399,855.41 5. Executive Session (if needed) 6. Old Business A. Snohomish County EMS i. Director Contract Extension ii. Service Level Agreement Update B. Aurelian AI Non-Emergency Phoneline Cut-over Plan 7. New Business A. APF – RRP/Motorola Change Order 17 8. Reports A. Agency Report B. New Facility Project Update C. Radio Replacement Project (RRP) 6.2.a Packet Pg. 14 At t a c h m e n t : S N O 9 1 1 - B o a r d - A g e n d a - 2 0 2 4 1 1 2 1 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) D. Police TAC E. Fire TAC 9. Committee Reports A. Finance Committee i. Audit update B. Personnel Committee C. Future Facility Committee (No meeting) D. EMS Joint Task Force E. Public Safety Technology Committee F. County EESCS Committee (formerly County E911 Office) G. County ECSF Program Advisory Board 10. Good of the Order 11. Adjourn - The next meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2024 6.2.a Packet Pg. 15 At t a c h m e n t : S N O 9 1 1 - B o a r d - A g e n d a - 2 0 2 4 1 1 2 1 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) Edmonds Public Facilities District Board Draft Minutes October 24, 2024 Page 1 M I N U T E S Edmonds Public Facilities District Board of Directors Meeting October 24, 2024 The Edmonds Public Facilities District Board hybrid meeting convened at 7:33 a.m. in the Edmonds Center for the Arts Green Room, 410 4th Avenue North, Edmonds, and via Zoom. EPFD Board Members Present ECA Staff Present Ray Liaw, President Kathy Liu, Executive Director Wayne Grotheer, Vice President Lori Meagher, Associate Executive Director Suzy Maloney (joined 8:02 a.m.) David Brewster ECA Board Members Present Bill Willcock David Schaefer, Immed. Past President 1. Call to Order Board President Liaw called the meeting to order. • Attendance of those attending in-person for minutes. 2. Land Acknowledgement & Equity Statement Board Member Willcock read the Land Acknowledgement & Equity Statement. 3. Agenda Review & Approval BOARD MEMBER BREWSTER MOVED TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO REMOVE THE SURPLUS POLICY FROM THE AGENDA AND THE SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 MINUTES FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. BOARD MEMBER GROTHEER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. BOARD MEMBER WILLCOCK MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. BOARD MEMBER GROTHEER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4. Board President’s Comments Board President Liaw recognized staff for their amazing work on the Gala and on the season. 5. Public Comment There was no public comment. 6. Consent Agenda • Meeting Minutes – August 22, 2024 • August & September Disbursement Reports BOARD MEMBER BREWSTER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. BOARD MEMBER WILLOCK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7. Old Business • Prior Action Items Review 6.2.b Packet Pg. 16 At t a c h m e n t : P F D 1 0 2 4 2 4 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) Edmonds Public Facilities District Board Draft Minutes October 24, 2024 Page 2 Ms. Meagher reviewed progress on action items from the previous meeting and identified outstanding items (see Action Items below). • September Staff Report – Questions/Comments? Board Member Brewster recognized how busy staff is and their positivity reflected in the staff report and in his interactions with them. Board VP Grotheer referred to Director of Patron Experience Nicole Giordano’s report, and her continuing efforts to raising the level of professionalism of the volunteers including organizing a recent event for volunteers to get to know staff. • Meeting Minutes – September 26, 2024 Approval of the minutes (with blanks filled in) was moved to the November meeting. 8. PFD Board Business • Surplus Policy This item was moved to the November meeting. 9. PFD Board Member Reports Board Member Brewster reported he missed the Education and Community Engagement Committee meeting; but it was covered by Diana Ortega’s in the staff report. There are positive signs with enrollment for matinees and Dementia Inclusive series beginning again. Ms. Meagher reported the IDEA Committee is considering IDEA priorities for the organization and next year’s work plan as well as finalizing the McIalwain Access Fund which will be presented to the ECA and EPFD Boards in November. Board VP Grotheer reported the primary focus of the last Universal Access Task Force meeting was the proposed operating budget which will be reviewed by the IDEA Committee next week. The Facilities & Operations Committee is reviewing a 3-year capital budget. Board Member Brewster reported Councilmember Tibbott was a guest at the Creative District Advisory Committee and reported on impacts of the City’s budget challenges including that the City will not provide any funds to the ECA in 2025. Councilmember Tibbott and others made the point that arts are a positive aspect of the Edmonds community and while the City is experiencing financial challenges, there is a lot that arts organizations can do to attract audiences, connect with each other, find opportunities to partner, etc. which will help the City’s financial situation in the long run. Board Member Brewster reported Arts & Culture Program Manager Frances Chapin is retiring and her position will not be replaced. The Advisory Committee formed a work group to consider marketing that the Creative District can do in partnership with the City in Ms. Chapin’s absence. She may do some consulting for the City. For Board President Liaw, he and Ms. Liu identified the members of the Creative District Advisory Committee (City Council, Art Walk Edmonds, Olympic Ballet Theater, Chamber of Commerce, Driftwood Players, Cascadia Art Museum, Edmonds Historical Museum, Wade James Theater, Driftwood Theater, Graphite, Edmonds Sno-Isle Library, and Port of Edmonds.) Board Member Willcock reported he was unable to attend the September Hosting Committee meeting and referred to Rental Events and Logistics Coordinator Beck Cole’s notes in the staff 6.2.b Packet Pg. 17 At t a c h m e n t : P F D 1 0 2 4 2 4 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) Edmonds Public Facilities District Board Draft Minutes October 24, 2024 Page 3 report. He planned to attend the November 20 Hosting Committee meeting. Ms. Liu reported the committee brainstormed how to treat long-term partners like CSO and OBT. Board President Liaw reported the Steering Committee met with the Boys & Girls Club to get reacquainted and hear about their project. The Boys & Girls Club plans to begin construction once the City issues their permits. The committee encouraged them to talk with the ECA team if they need temporary space during construction. The Boys & Girls Club is still interested in a teen center at the ECA; the Steering Committee reiterated where the ECA is with regard to the strategic plan, campus master plan and deferring expenditure of the state funds. Board Member Brewster reported following the Association of WA Cities PFDs conference, a work group was assembled to work on key issues such as the organization’s finances and bank account, developing bylaws, creating a board of directors, etc. Board President Liaw reported at the Steering Committee meeting, Ms. Liu and Ms. Meagher reviewed a personnel capacity analysis. An abbreviated version of the capacity analysis will be presented as part of the 2025 budget presentation. Board President Liaw reported the Admin & Finance Committee discussed the organization’s financial principles and brainstormed financial goals. The committee plans to distill the brainstorming into a 1-page document identifying key financial principles which will eventually be presented and endorsed/approved by both boards in time for the strategic planning process. Discussion followed regarding keeping the balance between financial performance and mission in mind and not letting one drive the other, addressing the question of whether the organization will continue to operate in the red, and how to use the operational funds provided by the state. Board Member Maloney reported she was out of town for the Philanthropy Committee meeting. 10. Associate Executive Director Update • Finance Update Ms. Meagher reviewed the Income Statement, highlighting presented events revenue below budget due to cancelled shows and lower than anticipated ticket sales, reduced expenditures for the canceled shows, addition of Gala expenses and revenues for October financials, YTD decrease in payroll and benefits due to a key employee on medical leave, increased facilities maintenance and utilities expenses due to repairs on the ECA van. She reviewed non-operating revenues and expenses, highlighting sales tax revenue. Ms. Liu reported the Snohomish County PFD meeting included a presentation by the Snohomish County Treasurer who recommended forecasting a 3.5% increase and their plans to do a reforecast at yearend Ms. Meagher reviewed the Balance Sheet, highlighting contributed and earned revenue, staff’s efforts to collect outstanding receivables and ensure payables are paid on time, and ending year cash. Discussion followed regarding using funds from the LGIP to offset operations but not utilizing the Board Designated Funds, and Gala revenue. o 1st Draft Budget Preview Ms. Meagher displayed and reviewed the Statement of Revenues and Expenses for operations, highlighting 2024 projected actuals and 2025 budget. She described the process which includes meeting with department heads and taking a conservative and realistic approach to the budget. 6.2.b Packet Pg. 18 At t a c h m e n t : P F D 1 0 2 4 2 4 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) Edmonds Public Facilities District Board Draft Minutes October 24, 2024 Page 4 She commented on lower revenue projection for 2025 due to fewer shows (30 in 2025 versus 44 in 2024) which also impacts presented events expenses, increased demand for rentals, fewer presented events in 2025 providing dates for rentals, continued growth of concessions, upward trend in advertising expenses, renters using ECA’s marketing, increase in historic facility preservation fees, education and outreach trends, 2025 programming, summer camps, contributions and operating grants revenue, loss of the contribution from the City, portion of Rick Steves’ contribution that supports CSO, Susan Elizabeth Foundation grant that ended in 2024, and the business development program. Questions and discussion followed regarding rental income from CCF, why rental expenses are projected to decrease for 2025, and considering productivity of the development team on a managed dollar basis (whether rightsized for amount of revenue the team is producing). Ms. Meagher reviewed operating expenses, highlighting patron experience, advertising and marketing, education and outreach, payroll and benefits (26.38 FTE in 2025 compared to 28.4 FTE in 2024), increased benefit costs, facility maintenance and utilities, insurance audit and legal, all other expenses (includes strategic planning consultant and equity audit), and operating loss based on the draft budget. Ms. Liu pointed out expenses include moving to a new CRM software in 2025 with implementation in the 4th quarter. Questions and discussion followed regarding whether the website refresh is complete, dead links on the website, programming philosophy for the 2025/2026 season, new model for offers for the 2025/202 season, tiered COLA increases, and likelihood of a reforecast in 2025 if special presentations are added. o Audit Update Ms. Meagher reported the audit is nearly complete. The redrafted financial statements and annual report text have been prepared. Adjustments were made to the 2023 financial statements related to GASB 96 and information technology agreements. Next steps include the auditor reviewing the revisions to the financial statements and scheduling an exit conference. She has asked the auditor to begin the audit earlier next year due to timing challenges with the season opening and budget season. A meeting invite for the exit conference will be issued when the date is selected. • Rentals: Research of 2010 Partnership Rate/Partnership Agreement Ms. Meagher reported when she analyzed historical rental rates, she discovered documentation related to establishing partner rates in 2010 that were never implemented. She offered to send board members the historical documents. Conversations continue about what it means to be partner or resident company. Discussion followed regarding whether the ECA could have a partnership rate. • Human Resources Update Ms. Meagher reported Development Assistant Brent Gibbs is leaving the organization. Staff is discussing how to fill that role and what the development structure looks like going forward. • Facilities Update Ms. Meagher reported the boilers have been fixed. 11. Executive Director Update • Development Update – Gala Debrief 6.2.b Packet Pg. 19 At t a c h m e n t : P F D 1 0 2 4 2 4 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) Edmonds Public Facilities District Board Draft Minutes October 24, 2024 Page 5 Ms. Liu reported the Gala was a wonderful event, a phenomenal concert and experience and very mission affirming and the energy the young people brought was fabulous. Financially, the event was under budget due to people traveling, the change in the Gala concept, loss of a corporate sponsor, and emeritus board members stepping away from the organization. She described plans for a Gala survey distributed internally as well as to all the attendees, and a debrief by the Philanthropy Committee and ECA Board to discuss the structure of next year’s event. Positives included some first time Gala attendees and people from outside the area, increased support from sponsors and individuals, and completing fundraising by the time the Gala was held. Board comments included: wonderful evening, looking forward to the debrief, opening remarks were the right amount and tone and set the mood for the evening, very impressed with the event. • Programming/Revenue Update Ms. Liu reported there is some softness in ticket sales for fall shows; four are anticipated to sell out, but others are under projections, a trend that performing arts centers are seeing. Reasons include the tense election year and a slowing economy. Questions and discussion followed regarding reviews that Board Member Brewster and Bill Wood wrote in the past that appeared in the Edmonds Beacon and whether there was an opportunity to do that again, and inviting My Edmonds News and the Edmonds Beacon to future shows to bring attention to the ECA. • Strategic Planning Update Ms. Liu reported the RFP has been advertised; interest has been modest. Feedback has indicated the fee offered is on the low side. • Partnership Ms. Liu advised the Steering Committee is exploring partnerships. • Marketing – Results of Past Patron Surveys Ms. Liu advised she will provide the patron surveys at next month’s meeting. 12. New Business 13. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 a.m. Next EPFD Board Meetings ➢ Special Meeting (EPFD Board & Admin & Finance Committee): November 20, 2024 ➢ Thursday, November 21, 2024 - 7:30 AM ACTION ITEMS: 1. November EPFD Board Meeting agenda items a. Approval of September 26, 2024, EPFD Board Meeting Minutes (with blanks filled in) b. Approval of Surplus Policy c. Results of past patron surveys d. McIalwain Access Fund e. Abbreviated capacity presentation to EPFD Board as part of 2025 budget presentation 2. Send meeting invite for audit exit conference when date is determined 3. Send EPFD Board 2010 Partnership Rate/Partnership Agreement 6.2.b Packet Pg. 20 At t a c h m e n t : P F D 1 0 2 4 2 4 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) 6.2.c Packet Pg. 21 At t a c h m e n t : C o m m i s s i o n M e e t i n g M i n u t e s 1 0 - 2 8 - 2 4 - P o r t O f E d m o n d s ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) 6.2.c Packet Pg. 22 At t a c h m e n t : C o m m i s s i o n M e e t i n g M i n u t e s 1 0 - 2 8 - 2 4 - P o r t O f E d m o n d s ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) 6.2.c Packet Pg. 23 At t a c h m e n t : C o m m i s s i o n M e e t i n g M i n u t e s 1 0 - 2 8 - 2 4 - P o r t O f E d m o n d s ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) 6.2.c Packet Pg. 24 At t a c h m e n t : C o m m i s s i o n M e e t i n g M i n u t e s 1 0 - 2 8 - 2 4 - P o r t O f E d m o n d s ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Via Zoom 4:00 p.m. MEETING MINUTES Participating Jurisdictions/Members City of Arlington Mayor Don Vanney City of Bothell Councilmember Amanda Dodd City of Darrington Mayor Dan Rankin City of Edmonds Councilmember Vivian Olson City of Everett Councilmember Ben Zarlingo City of Granite Falls Mayor Matt Hartman City of Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell, Councilmember David Parshall City of Mill Creek Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal City of Monroe Councilmember Jacob Walker City of Mountlake Terrace Mayor Pro Tem Bryan Wahl City of Mukilteo Councilmember Louis Harris Snohomish County Council Councilmember Jared Mead City of Woodway Councilmember John Brock Community Representative Allan Giffen Community Representative Easton Craft Community Representative Mike Appleby Other Attendees/Presenters: PSRC Ben Bakkenta Snohomish County, ICC Co-Chair Max Phan City of Monroe, PAC member Lance Bailey CAB Co-Chair Kate Nesse Department of Commerce Laura Hodgson City of Everett Frank Hong SCT Manager Ann Larson Snohomish County Taylor Twiford, Jacob Lambert Community Members Melody Tucker, Daniel Lucier 1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:00 pm by Mayor Pro Tem Bryan Wahl. 2. Introductions/Roll Call Roll call was taken (as listed above). 6.2.d Packet Pg. 25 At t a c h m e n t : _ 0 9 2 5 2 0 2 4 - 2 2 8 5 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) 3. Citizen Comments No comments. 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes (8-28-24) Mayor Dan Rankin moved to approve the minutes. Vivian Olson seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. 5. Update Items a. PSRC Board Actions and Activities, Ben Bakkenta Ben Bakkenta, Director of Regional Planning, announced that PSRC launched an online engagement hub for its Regional Safety Action Plan. He also informed the group of a meeting in support of the Safety Action Plan happening on October 1st at Everett Station from 5 to 7:30 p.m. At the next meeting, the Executive Board will begin discussing recommendations for the 2025 State legislature and discuss the process to develop a scope of work for the region's next Regional Transportation plan. The Board will also receive a briefing on the potential development of a new Washington State Housing Research Center. The Growth Management Policy Board will get an update on PSRC's upcoming process to review and certify local comprehensive plans and will have a discussion with the Puyallup tribe about collaborative planning with tribes. The Transportation Policy Board will take action to recommend approval of this year's transportation improvement program. 6. Action Items a. ICC 2024 Regional Project Evaluation Committee (RPEC) Recommendations for Other Cities/Towns Reps for Snohomish County Max Phan, ICC Co-Chair, briefed the group on the election for the Regional Project Evaluation Committee (RPEC) Other Cities/Towns representatives. The two candidates are Gail Fisk and Steve Morikawa. Councilmember Amanda Dodd moved to approve the representatives and was seconded by Mayor Dan Rankin. b. SCT Organizational Structure Ann Larson, SCT Manager updated the group on the potential restructuring and rebranding of SCT. Previously, the prosecuting attorney's office had been looking into a council of government format, but it is not something SCT can do. However, they did note that the Steering Committee does have the authority to create other committees that it deems necessary. The Executive Committee voted via email to update the structure of SCT to reflect these updates. Following some discussion, the committee decided to table a vote until cost analysis on additional costs related to resources and staffing needed could be provided as well as more details on the potential structure of the committees and the future of the county's ADO designation Economic Alliance of Snohomish County. 6.2.d Packet Pg. 26 At t a c h m e n t : _ 0 9 2 5 2 0 2 4 - 2 2 8 5 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) c. Community Advisory Board (CAB) Discussion111 Kate Nesse, CAB Co-Chair, spoke about the role of the Community Advisory Board (CAB) and the recommendation of its structure within SCT. She spoke about duties and responsibilities and how they would be delivered. Following the presentation, the Committee expressed its agreement with the recommendations from CAB. . 6. Briefings, Discussion Items a. Housing Update: Washington State Department of Commerce Laura Hodgson, Department of Commerce, gave an update on Commerce Housing Planning Guidance and Investments in Housing. Washington will need 1.1 million new homes over the next 20 years. She gave an overview of requirements for HB 1337, HB 1110, and HB2321. In 2021, the Legislature significantly strengthened the statewide growth management housing goal. The housing element changes requires Commerce to provide projections of housing need for moderate, low, very low, and extremely low income segments, as well as permanent supportive housing and emergency housing. HB 1337 requires jurisdictions to, within 6 months after their periodic update due date: allow two ADUs per lot in all GMA urban growth areas, may not require owner occupancy for any unit on the property, must allow sale as condominiums, must allow at least 1,000 square feet size units, and cannot require parking if within ½ mile of a major transit stop. HB 1110 jurisdictions must allow at least six of the nine middle housing types on “all lots predominantly for residential use”. Other housing related activities include 1. STEP, another requirement is for cities and counties to plan for deeply affordable housing types, 2. Multifamily Property Tax Exemption (MFTE) audit program, a property tax exemption to developers in exchange for the development of multifamily and affordable housing development, and 3.Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) which funds sewer, water and stormwater connections to affordable housing projects and reimburses waived system development charges. b. SCT Manager’s Report, Ann Larson a. SCT Committee Report 7. Go-Round 8. Next Meeting Date October 23, 2024 9. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 5:28 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Bryan Wahl. All presentations given, discussions held, and actions taken at this meeting are kept on file (via recording) in PDS until six years from December 31st of this year. 6.2.d Packet Pg. 27 At t a c h m e n t : _ 0 9 2 5 2 0 2 4 - 2 2 8 5 ( O u t s i d e B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t s ) City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 12/17/2024 Creative District Gateway Art Project Artist Approval Staff Lead: Frances Chapin Department: Arts Commission Preparer: Laurie Rose Edmonds was designated as the first State certified Creative District at the end of 2018 by the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA). ArtsWA provides grants to the Creative Districts to advance arts and culture in their districts. In 2024, Edmonds received a grant to provide a visual art installation as a key placemaking element in Anway Park, a gateway to the Creative District located by the ferry holding lanes. The funding for the state grant is matched by a donation from the Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation and the project must be completed at the end of June 2025. The goal of the project is to draw in visitors with a visually engaging artwork installation that reflects community creativity and promotes Edmonds as a vibrant hub for cultural activities and creative businesses. The location next to the busy ferry lanes provides an opportunity for a creative visual installation that will bring focus to the arts and cultural elements integral to Edmonds Creative District. An informational panel about the Creative District will be located in the park near the artwork. The project supports three main goals of the Edmonds Creative District: to enhance the creative identity of Edmonds; enhance creative experience and placemaking; and support retention and expansion of a strong creative sector through engagement in art. The Gateway Art Project will activate the space and provide a welcoming focal point for visitors who plan to return to Edmonds and the Creative District. Approval of the concept proposal and artist Sean Orlando as recommended by Edmonds Arts Commission. The artist was selected through an RFQ process. The selection panel included members representing the Edmonds City Council, Edmonds Arts Commission, Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation, and Edmonds Creative District, plus a professional public artist who is a resident of Edmonds. The selection panel reviewed 21 submissions and selected three to develop concept proposals for the site. The three finalists presented their concept proposals to the selection panel at an in-person advertised Public Meeting on November 22, 2024. Thirty-seven people attended the meeting and comments from the public were collected at the meeting. Following review of public comments and comments from the Parks Department, the selection panel reconvened to review the finalists’ concept proposals and unanimously selected Sean Orlando, Engineered Artworks, to recommend for the commission. The selection panel recommendation was presented at the Edmonds Arts Commission regular meeting on December 2, 2024 and the recommendation was unanimously approved to forward to City Council. 7.1 Packet Pg. 28 Due to the terms of the grant which require completion of the project by the end of June 2025, the timeline for the project is very tight. A budget of $115,000 is available for the final design, fabrication and installation of the artwork. The budget includes, but is not limited to: artist fees, materials, fabrication, storage, delivery, foundation design/engineering, site preparation and foundation construction, insurance, travel, and sales tax. The artist will work closely with City staff on finalizing details of the concept design and integrating the proposed artwork into the park property and landscape. The recommended artist, Sean Orlando, has extensive experience in creating sculptures for public and community settings, including installations in Tacoma, Seattle and Kirkland. The intent of his concept, “Gateway Canopy” is to create an organically inspired and visually engaging form, with functional uses including seating, that “exemplifies the experimental and design-centered values of the Edmonds Creative District”. Orlando presented his concept proposal to the Edmonds City Council via Zoom at a Public Hearing on Dec. 10, 2024. Attachments: Sean_Orlando_Resume Orlando initial proposal for Creative District Art Project RFQ 7.1 Packet Pg. 29 SEAN ORLANDO •Engineered Artworks LLC 4925 Seaport Ave,Richmond,CA 94804,415-515-1239,seano@engineeredartworks.com www.engineeredartworks.com RÉSUMÉ RECENT COMMISSIONS Aspen Forest/Denver 16th Street Playground Sculpture,2025:Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks In-progress public commission of interactive sculptural object for exterior pedestrian plaza,March 2025 installation. Fire Station 21,2024:Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Public commission of illuminated exterior entry sculpture for renovation of Fire Station 21 in Kirkland,WA; November 2024 installation. Grass Dome/Five Points Park Entry Sculpture,2024:Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks In-progress public commission of monumental,illuminated interactive gateway work anchoring public park in Norfolk,VA;October 2024 installation. Stella (2023):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Commission of immersive,suspended stellated icosahedron sculpture on permanent exhibit within the interior atrium of the Kiewit Luminarium,Omaha,NE. Dahlias by John Edmark (2023):Contributing Artist,Engineered Artworks Private commission for engineering design,fabrication,and installation of two illuminated,programmable wall-mounted golden ratio light sculptures for Resonance Bar at Atlantis,The Royal Hotel in Dubai,UAE. Y Knot Saloon (2022):Design,Structural Engineering,Project Management,Engineered Artworks Private commission of furnished saloon on wheels evoking the 19th-century wild west.Exhibited at Burning Man Arts Festival 2022.Collaboration with J-P Conte,Dave Keane and Keith London. Kilroy Stars (2020):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Monumental light sculptures in stellated dodecahedron forms anchored to buildings in California, Washington,and Texas.Commissioned by Kilroy Realty;implemented in collaboration with Zoetic Digital. Welcome Tower (2019):Co-Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Interactive beacon sculpture exhibited at Pier 14,San Francisco from 2019-2020,permanently installed at Paradise Ridge Sculpture Park,Santa Rosa,CA in 2021.Commissioned by Cutwater SF/Unison and Port of San Francisco in collaboration with the San Francisco Arts Commission.Collaboration with Tania Seabock. Gertie’s Ghost/Downtown Tacoma Gateway (2019):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Public commission for SoundTransit Percent for Art and the Tacoma Office of Arts and Cultural Vitality. Permanent 100’diameter multipart sculpture marking redeveloped transit gateway.Developed with community members and local stakeholders,implemented with Project Manager David Shulman. Elektra Dragon (2019):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Animatronic dragon sculpture with proportional hydraulic wings,innovative LED programming and light-transmitting polymer scales.Featured in Forbes magazine.Private commission. The Capitol Theater (2018):Co-Lead Artist,Five Ton Crane Commissioned by the Renwick Gallery,Smithsonian American Art Museum.Implemented with the Five Ton Crane collective and Co-Lead Artist Brie Hylkema.Art-Deco immersive space including silent film reels, exhibited at the Renwick Gallery,Washington DC;Cincinnati Art Museum;Oakland Museum of California. 7.1.a Packet Pg. 30 At t a c h m e n t : S e a n _ O r l a n d o _ R e s u m e ( C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t G a t e w a y A r t P r o j e c t A r t i s t A p p r o v a l ) Sean Orlando Résumé Continued Fire Engine 32 ½(2017):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Public commission for the Seattle Office of Arts &Culture.Architecturally integrated sculpture designed and implemented concurrently with the LEED Platinum rebuild of Fire Station 32. Cal State East Bay Gateway Typographical Sculpture (2017):Lead Artist,Engineered Artworks Public commission for the California State University East Bay Placemaking Commission.Permanent exterior large-scale pathfinding and campus name sculpture. Storied Haven (2015):Contributing Artist/Construction Manager,Five Ton Crane Immersive sculptural space in collaboration with Bree Hylkema and Five Ton Crane collective.Exhibited at the Hermitage Museum and Gardens,Norfolk,VA,2016-2017. Burrows Street Park Gate and Bench Elements (2014):Contributing Artist/Fabrication Manager Public commission of the design and fabrication of placemaking elements for San Francisco pedestrian arcade,in partnership with Rebar/Morelab Art &Design Studio and Architecture for Humanity. The Nautilus (2011),Lead Artist,Five Ton Crane Private commission for the Bently Foundation,San Francisco.In collaboration with Five Ton Crane collective, a sculptural interpretation of the submarine from Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Raygun Gothic Rocketship (2009):Co-Lead Artist,Five Ton Crane Grant Funded rocketship beacon sculpture,executed by Lead Artists Nathaniel Taylor,Sean Orlando,David Shulman,and members of the Five Ton Crane collective.Exhibited at Pier 14 in San Francisco 2010-2013; permanently installed in 2017 at Wings Over the Rockies Museum in Denver,CO. Steampunk Tree House (2007):Artistic Director/Lead Artist/Project Manager,Five Ton Crane In collaboration with Five Ton Crane,a monumental immersive sculptural space featuring functioning steam calliope.Permanently installed at Dogfish Head Brewery,Milton,DE. SELECTED EXHIBITIONS •Oakland Museum of California:Capitol Theater,October 2019,Oakland,CA •Cincinnati Art Museum:Capitol Theater,April 2019,Cincinnati,OH •Renwick Gallery,Smithsonian American Art Museum:Capitol Theater,March 2018,Washington DC •Hermitage Museum and Gardens:Storied Haven,2017,Norfolk,VA •de Young Museum:Charismatic Expressions of a Microscopic World (solo),June 2014,San Francisco,CA •de Young Museum:Urbanauts,residency and fellowship,2012-2013,San Francisco,CA •On the Move -An Exploratorium Roadshow:The Nautilus,March 2013,San Francisco,CA •Yuri’s Night:Raygun Gothic Rocketship,2010,NASA Ames Research Center,Moffett Field,CA PROFESSIONAL ROLES November 2021 –Present:Founder and Studio Manager,Seaport Art Studios,Richmond,CA May 2014 –Present:Founder and Principal Artist,Engineered Artworks,Richmond,CA 2007 –Present:Co-Founder,Lead Artist,Project Manager,Five Ton Crane collective,Oakland,CA EDUCATION 2011,BA,Practice of Art,College of Letters &Sciences,University of California,Berkeley 7.1.a Packet Pg. 31 At t a c h m e n t : S e a n _ O r l a n d o _ R e s u m e ( C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t G a t e w a y A r t P r o j e c t A r t i s t A p p r o v a l ) City of Edmonds Community, Culture & Economic Development Department ANWAY PARK SCULPTURE CONCEPT PROPOSAL 131 Sunset Ave, Edmonds, WA 98020 ARTIST: Sean Orlando FIRM: Engineered Artworks, LLC 4925 Seaport Ave. Richmond, CA 94804 seano@engineeredartworks.com mobile: (415) 515-1239 7.1.b Packet Pg. 32 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t IMAGE HERE 7.1.b Packet Pg. 33 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t STATEMENT OF INTENT We are dedicated to implementing extraordinary creative spaces in the public realm, and are inspired by the process of conceptualizing an illuminated organic sculpture for the Richard F. Anway Park site that is structurally sound, designed for functional uses including seating and shade, and exemplifies the experimental and design-centered values of the Edmonds Creative District. Taking root from the existing sculpture pad at the Center of Anway Park, the Gateway Canopy extends with a vertical gesture to approximately 15’ in height and horizontally 15’, in an asymmetrical curving form made up of rectangular steel ribs in a parametrically designed pattern. Presenting a compelling elliptical structure with a circular seat at its base, this sculptural work will also cast shade over the park’s grassy area and walkway. Anway Park can feel exposed to sun, wind, and the vehicles lined up at the nearby Ferry terminal lanes. Gateway Canopy provides a unique visual mediation to these elements, as a sculptural structure of protection, rest, and contemplation. We aimed to provide a source of interest at the middle of the main park area, offering those who are walking dogs, stretching their legs, or taking photographs, a large-scale creative object to center their visit to the park. We were inspired by the idea of parametric design in segmented forms providing structural strength to the whole, and comprising a curving embrace of the Anway Park space. As these gridded intersecting components reach from a central stalk toward a lofty centerpoint, their shape will change according to the shape of the structure, connecting to form a pattern that looks both organic and geometric. We imagine park users being held in the transformational protection of a tree-like creative space that represents the connection between restorative natural systems and human gathering and recreation. ARTIST TEAM STATEMENT Sean Orlando and Engineered Artworks create monumental sculptures for public and community settings. Collaboration and relationship-building is a primary influence, whether interfacing with municipal arts agencies, civil engineers, community representatives, or fellow artists. Orlando’s works are often influenced by mathematical or geometrical patterns, the aesthetics of industry and locomotion, and regional histories and ecologies. In every endeavor Engineered Artworks strives to generate immersive environments through striking and spectacular sculptural objects, shaping compelling spaces in which members of the public can connect with their own creative ideas and imaginative experiences. 7.1.b Packet Pg. 34 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t IMAGE HERE 7.1.b Packet Pg. 35 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t 7.1.b Packet Pg. 36 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t Zhuhai Jinwan Civic Arts Centre, Zhuhai, China, by Zaha Hadid Architects GATEWAY CANOPY INSPIRATION IMAGES Courtesy of © MATSYSDigital Fabrication in Architecture Group, National University of Singapore 7.1.b Packet Pg. 37 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t November, 2024: Grass Dome Commissioned by NORFOLK ARTS and the Five Points Park Planning Commission. The collaboration of park planners in the Norview neighborhood of Norfolk, VA, informed both the organic shape of the sculpture and its location within the park grounds. EXAMPLES OF SIMILAR RECENT COMMISSIONS March, 2025: Aspen Grove ADA compliant sculptural playground and shade structure influenced by organic forms, commissioned for the redevelopment of the mile-long 16th Street pedestrian promenade in Denver, CO 2019: Gertie’s Ghost/ Tacoma Gateway In the process of researching Gertie’s Ghost/Tacoma Gateway, local construction and industrial workers proposed both the content of the work––a mythical beast said to reside beneath the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, and its material––riveted steel that echoes the form of nearby classic truss railroad bridges. 7.1.b Packet Pg. 38 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t CONCEPT NARRATIVE GATEWAY CANOPY SCULPTURE A parametric gridded pattern of steel rectangles supports a spreading canopy form that centers the park and provides a visual point of interest in the context of the park area and the ferry terminal lanes. As a gesture of both experimentation and protection, the Gateway Canopy includes a seating area around its trunk-like base and casts an intentional shade pattern on the nearby landscape. With a contemporary geometric design, the Gateway Canopy sculpture represents the forward-looking aesthetic and character of the Edmonds Creative District, but it is also a structure of rest and protection, as embedded within its form are amenities built for the comfort of users of Anway Park. In the evening, an internal matrix of LEDs or ER wire may provide small points of illumination that emphasize the complex internal structure of the piece and are visible as a vibrant grid from the vehicular perspective of the terminal lanes. MATERIALS AND COMPOSITION Mesh or waffle structure grows from single base on existing cement pad Stainless steel ribs and panels Internal EL wire or LED FUNCTIONAL AND MODIFIABLE ELEMENTS –Permanent, durable, and weather-resistant steel that requires a low level of maintenance. –Design is flexible in terms of the arrangement of rectangular panels in the grid, the structure’s base and overall height and diameter –Center/base configuration is adjustable according to size and mounting, and backrest of seating area and debris prevention below bench can be determined with City of Edmonds representatives –Optional illumination allows for different colors or patterns of lighting if desired. 7.1.b Packet Pg. 39 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t PRELIMINARY BUDGET PROJECT COST AMOUNT ARTIST FEE $30,000 ENGINEERING $15,000 MATERIALS $23,000 FINISHING $6,000 LABOR $23,000 INSTALLATION $10,000 TRANSPORTATION $3,000 INSURANCE $5,000 TOTAL $115,000 7.1.b Packet Pg. 40 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t Contract Signed / Commencement of Artwork Creation Begins Design Engineering Finalized Materials Acquisition Fabrication, 8 weeks Finishing, 2 weeks Transportation and installation, 2 weeks Final installation details and dedication January 2025 February 2025 March/April 2025 April - May 2025 May-June 2025 June 2025 June 2025 SUGGESTED TIMELINE 7.1.b Packet Pg. 41 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t IMAGE HERE 7.1.b Packet Pg. 42 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t THANK YOU 7.1.b Packet Pg. 43 At t a c h m e n t : O r l a n d o i n i t i a l p r o p o s a l f o r C r e a t i v e D i s t r i c t A r t City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 12/17/2024 Adoption of 2025-2026 Biennium Budget Ordinance Staff Lead: Kim Dunscombe Department: Administrative Services Preparer: Kimberly Dunscombe Background/History On August 13, Council was briefed on the outcome of the City of Edmonds Community Survey. On August 16, Council, Administration and Staff held a budget retreat. On September 10, Council adopted Resolution 1553 regarding Council's priorities for the 2025-26 Biennial Budget. On October 1, Mayor Rosen presented the proposed 2025-26 Biennial Budget. On October 8, 15 and 22 Council received budget presentations from each city department. On October 22 Council held a public hearing on property tax and revenue. On October 29 Council held a public hearing on the preliminary budget. On November 2, Council held a workshop on revenues and budget. On November 12, 19, 21, 26, and December 3 and 4 Council deliberated on staff recommendations and Council amendments. The video recordings for these meeting is available on the city website. Staff Recommendation Staff recommendation is to approve the 2025-2026 Proposed Budget as amended and included in packet. Narrative N/A Attachments: 2025-2026 Budget Ordinance Recon 8.1 Packet Pg. 44 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, FOR THE 2025-2026 BIENNIUM. WHEREAS, the City of Edmonds, Washington completed and placed on file with the City Clerk a proposed budget and estimate of the amount of moneys required to meet the public expenses, bond retirement and interest, reserve funds, and expenses of government of the City for the 2025-2026 Biennium; and WHEREAS, a notice was published that the City Council would meet on October 22nd, October 29th, and November 12th for the purpose of giving taxpayers within the limits of the City an opportunity to be heard in a public hearing upon said budget; and WHEREAS, the City Council did hold a public hearing at that time and place and did then consider the matter of the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 biennium; and WHEREAS, the proposed budget does not exceed the lawful limit of taxation allowed by law to be levied on the property within the City for the purposes set forth in the budget, and the estimated expenditures set forth in the budget being all necessary to carry on the government of the City for the 2025-2026 biennium and being sufficient to meet the various needs of the City during that period; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The budget for the City of Edmonds, Washington for the 2025-2026 biennium is hereby adopted at the fund level in its final form and content as set forth in the comprehensive budget document, the City of Edmonds Adopted Budget, copies of which are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Section 2. Estimated resources including beginning and ending fund balances for each separate fund of the City of Edmonds for the 2025-2026 biennium are set forth in summary form 8.1.a Packet Pg. 45 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) below, and are hereby appropriated for expenditure at the fund level during the year 2025-2026 biennium as set forth in the City of Edmonds Adopted Budget. Fund No.Fund Description ESTIMATED Beginning Fund Balance Estimated Revenues Council Approved Appropriations ESTIMATED Ending Fund Balance 001 General Fund 757,457$ 59,044,690$ 58,387,767$ 1,414,380$ 009 LEOFF Medical Insurance Reserve Subfund 91,074 275,000 317,500 48,574 012 Contingency Reserve Fund 2,228,672 - - 2,228,672 014 Historic Preservation Gift Fund 4,444 - 5,700 (1,256) 016 Building Maintenance Fund 2,739,104 100,340 550,000 2,289,444 017 Marsh Restoration & Preservation Fund 838,895 - 29,000 809,895 018 Edmonds Homelessness Response Fund 200,000 - 188,100 11,900 019 Edmonds Opioid Response Fund 458,619 50,000 400,000 108,619 104 Drug Enforcement Fund 43,850 4,790 20,000 28,640 111 Street Fund 66,480 2,440,000 2,639,871 (133,391) 112 Street Construction Fund 3,233,710 4,619,540 4,094,740 3,758,510 117 Municipal Arts Acquisition Fund 618,319 297,560 245,400 670,479 120 Hotel/Motel Tax Fund 151,031 129,500 194,000 86,531 121 Employee Parking Permit Fund 21,565 55,340 31,770 45,135 122 Youth Scholarship Fund 17,376 2,410 3,000 16,786 123 Tourism Promotional Arts Fund 145,119 49,230 37,500 156,849 125 REET 2 1,171,319 1,648,620 1,946,465 873,474 126 REET 1 4,010,241 1,780,420 2,552,330 3,238,331 127 Gifts Catalog Fund 2,893,921 345,580 638,936 2,600,565 130 Cemetery Maintenance/Imp. Fund 108,596 197,780 329,009 (22,633) 137 Cemetery Maintenance Fund 1,233,694 101,090 375,000 959,784 138 Sister City Commission Fund 17,646 11,310 7,400 21,556 140 Business Improvement District Fund 27,271 79,209 84,445 22,035 141 Affordable and Supportive Housing Fund 374,126 65,000 - 439,126 142 Edmonds Rescue Plan Fund 36,932 - - 36,932 143 Tree Fund 69,862 83,502 - 153,364 231 2012 LTGO Debt Service Fund - 305,870 305,870 - 332 Parks Capital Construction Fund 287,893 209,450 - 497,343 421 Water Utility Fund 17,305,796 11,863,672 22,315,347 6,854,121 422 Storm Utility Fund 9,197,998 9,494,779 12,323,172 6,369,605 423 Sewer/WWTP Utility Fund 11,764,377 19,329,568 19,597,163 11,496,782 424 Utility Debt Service Fund 28,967 1,174,920 1,149,400 54,487 511 Equipment Rental Fund 5,128,013 2,421,990 1,907,356 5,642,647 512 Technology Rental Fund 640,007 2,505,723 2,530,572 615,158 Totals 65,912,374$ 118,686,883$ 133,206,813$ 51,392,444$ 2025 BUDGET SUMMARY BY FUND 8.1.a Packet Pg. 46 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) Fund No.Fund Description ESTIMATED Beginning Fund Balance Estimated Revenues Council Approved Appropriations ESTIMATED Ending Fund Balance 001 General Fund 1,414,380$ 53,405,494$ 51,933,921$ 2,885,953$ 009 LEOFF Medical Insurance Reserve Subfund 48,574 275,000 311,500 12,074 012 Contingency Reserve Fund 2,228,672 - - 2,228,672 014 Historic Preservation Gift Fund (1,256) - 5,700 (6,956) 016 Building Maintenance Fund 2,289,444 94,070 550,000 1,833,514 017 Marsh Restoration & Preservation Fund 809,895 - - 809,895 018 Edmonds Homelessness Response Fund 11,900 - 8,325 3,575 019 Edmonds Opioid Response Fund 108,619 50,000 50,000 108,619 104 Drug Enforcement Fund 28,640 4,610 20,000 13,250 111 Street Fund (133,391) 2,430,000 2,777,575 (480,966) 112 Street Construction Fund 3,758,510 6,215,209 5,849,659 4,124,060 117 Municipal Arts Acquisition Fund 670,479 165,920 211,400 624,999 120 Hotel/Motel Tax Fund 86,531 128,910 140,000 75,441 121 Employee Parking Permit Fund 45,135 54,950 33,093 66,992 122 Youth Scholarship Fund 16,786 2,340 3,000 16,126 123 Tourism Promotional Arts Fund 156,849 8,740 37,500 128,089 125 REET 2 873,474 1,639,330 1,270,200 1,242,604 126 REET 1 3,238,331 1,762,900 1,285,470 3,715,761 127 Gifts Catalog Fund 2,600,565 332,360 661,415 2,271,510 130 Cemetery Maintenance/Imp. Fund (22,633) 202,562 340,938 (161,009) 137 Cemetery Maintenance Fund 959,784 96,924 25,000 1,031,708 138 Sister City Commission Fund 21,556 6,230 7,400 20,386 140 Business Improvement District Fund 22,035 79,209 80,400 20,844 141 Affordable and Supportive Housing Fund 439,126 65,000 - 504,126 142 Edmonds Rescue Plan Fund 36,932 - - 36,932 143 Tree Fund 153,364 58,259 - 211,623 231 2012 LTGO Debt Service Fund - 301,190 301,190 - 332 Parks Capital Construction Fund 497,343 208,860 - 706,203 421 Water Utility Fund 6,854,121 14,779,973 18,318,201 3,315,893 422 Storm Utility Fund 6,369,605 11,313,854 8,665,278 9,018,181 423 Sewer/WWTP Utility Fund 11,496,782 20,579,448 19,948,905 12,127,325 424 Utility Debt Service Fund 54,487 1,172,310 1,148,390 78,407 511 Equipment Rental Fund 5,642,647 2,420,770 1,972,106 6,091,311 512 Technology Rental Fund 615,158 2,505,723 2,615,344 505,537 Totals 51,392,444$ 120,360,145$ 118,571,910$ 53,180,679$ 2026 BUDGET SUMMARY BY FUND Section 3. The City Clerk is directed to transmit a certified copy of the budget hereby adopted to the State Auditors’ Office and to the Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC). Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, clause, sentence, or phrase of this ordinance should be held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. 8.1.a Packet Pg. 47 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance, being exempt under RCW 35A.11.090, is not subject to referendum and shall take effect five (5) days after passage and publication of an approved summary thereof consisting of the title. APPROVED: MAYOR, MIKE ROSEN ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: BY JEFF TARADAY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: PUBLISHED: EFFECTIVE DATE: ORDINANCE NO. 8.1.a Packet Pg. 48 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) 5 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. __________ of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the ____ day of ___________, 2024, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. _____________. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, FOR THE 2025- 2026 BIENNIUM. . The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this _____ day of ________________, 2024. CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY 4840-7251-8158, v. 1 8.1.a Packet Pg. 49 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) 6 REET FUNDS USED FOR THE FOLLOWING STREET EXPENDITURES 2023 % of Project using REET 2024 % of Project using REET REET 2 - Fund 125 Citywide Pedestrian Crossing Enhancements 1,066 15% Citywide Bicycle Improvements 470,378 34%129,460 15% 2021 Overlay Program 4,668 24% 76th Ave Overlay (196th to OVD)181,767 13%4,950 25% 2022 Pavement Overlay Program 4,563 7% SR-104 Adaptive System 236th-226th 17,073 13%15,975 14% 2023 Overlay Program 253,686 50%17,119 43% Main Street Overlay from 6th Ave to 9th Ave 18,671 20%30,826 3% 2023 Traffic Calming Program 15,720 14% 2023 Guardrail Program 5,101 100% 2023 Pedestrian Safety Program 100,818 90% 2023 Traffic Signal Upgrades 18,797 100%11,300 100% 2024 Overlay Program 10,837 50%719,774 50% 84th Ave W Walkway from 238th St Sw to 234 St 37,543 45% 2024 Pedestrian Safety Program 80,770 100% 2024 Traffic Signal Upgrades 30,290 100% 88th Ave Overlay and Sidewalk Repair 27,500 25% 2025 Overlay Program 16,008 25% Olympic View Drive Overlay 55,000 100% REET 1 - Fund 126 Citywide Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement 1,790 26% Citywide Bicycle Improvements 114,282 8%28,088 3% 2021 Overlay Program 3,494 18% 76th Ave Overlay (196th to OVD)37,496 3% SR99 Revitalization Stage 2 94,391 2% Elm Way Walkway 8th to 9th 265,887 46%193,148 88% 2022 Overlay Program 4,396 6% 2023 Overlay Program 253,686 50%23,135 57% 2023 Traffic Calming Program 94,442 85% 2024 Overlay Program 10,837 50%719,774 50% Citywide Street Lighting Study 21,037 100%41,909 100% Street Maintenance 216,741 100% 84th Ave W Walkway from 238th St Sw to 234 St 37,543 45% 2024 Traffic Calming 82,000 100% 88th Ave Overlay and Sidewalk Repair 27,500 25% 2025 Overlay Program 16,008 25% Part 1: Actual Use of REET Funds collected during the prior two-year period and Actual Use of REET Funds as a Percentage of Project 8.1.a Packet Pg. 50 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) 7 REET FUNDS USED FOR THE FOLLOWING PARKS EXPENDITURES 2023 % of Project using REET 2024 % of Project using REET REET 2 - Fund 125 Civic Park 1,088,690 57%66,568 98% Johnson Property 195,400 100% Mathay Ballinger Park 77,766 43%382,708 100% Park Restrooms 3,495 100% Outdoor Shower at Brackett's North 24,085 100% MOU Meadowdale Playfield Site 111,492 100% Citywide Parks Maintenance 243,385 9%175,000 5% Shell Creek Restoration - 0% Lake Ballinger Park Improvements (Mountlake Terrace ILA)- 0% Signage & Wayfinding Citywide 56,845 100% REET 1 - Fund 126 Debt Service 403,005 100%503,600 100% Waterfront Development & Restoration 1,958 76% Landmark Project 100,000 74% Mee Property Purchase 30,000 100%84,375 6% Land Acquisition Long Bay Enterprises 71,317 100% Part 1: Actual Use of REET Funds collected during the prior two-year period and Actual Use of REET Funds as a Percentage of Project Part 2: Use of REET Funds for the succeeding two-year period and Percentage of REET Funds for capital projects Compared to all other sources of capital project funding as Identified in City's Capital Facilities Plan. TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS AND FUNDING SOURCES 2025 2026 Total % of Funding 84th Ave W Walkway from 238th St SW to 234 St SW (100,000) - (100,000) Fund 126 Reimbursement - 84th Ave W Walkway 100,000 - 100,000 100% 84th Ave W Walkway from 238th St SW to 234 St SW -$ -$ -$ 100% Citywide Bicycle Improvement Project (10,000) - (10,000) Fund 125 Reimbursement - Citywide Bicycle Improvement Project 10,000 - 10,000 10% Citywide Bicycle Improvement Project -$ -$ -$ 10% Elm Way Walkway from 8th Ave S to 9th Ave S (5,000) - (5,000) Fund 126 Reimbursement - Elm Way from 8th Ave S. to 9th Ave S.5,000 - 5,000 100% Elm Way from 8th Ave S. to 9th Ave S.-$ -$ -$ 100% Pedestrian Safety Program (20,180) (20,180) (40,360) Fund 126 Reimbursement - Pedestrian Safety Program 20,180 20,180 40,360 807% Pedestrian Safety Program -$ -$ -$ 807% PARKS PROJECTS AND FUNDING SOURCES 2025 2026 Total % of Funding Mee Property (80,000)- (80,000) Fund 125 Reimbursement - Mee Property 80,000 - 80,000 100% Fund 332-100 Park Impact Fees - Mee Property - - - 0% Mee Property -$ -$ -$ 100% Johnson Property - (100,000) (100,000) Fund 125 Reimbursement - Johnson Property - 100,000 100,000 100% Johnson Property -$ -$ -$ 100% Parks & Facilities Maintenance Operations Building - (250,000) (250,000) Fund 125 Reimbursement - Operations Building - 250,000 250,000 100% Unsecured Funding (grants, bonds, special funds) - - - 0% Parks & Facilities Maintenance Operations Building -$ -$ -$ 100% 8.1.a Packet Pg. 51 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) 2025 PROPOSED MOTIONS 2025 ADOPTED 2026 PROPOSED MOTIONS 2026 ADOPTED Beginning Fund Balance 757,457 556,022 1,414,380 Revenue 60,759,690 52,685,494 Historic Preservation Grant 15,000 - IF Loan reduction (1,500,000) (5,000,000) Red-light camera reduction (500,000) (500,000) Red-light camera rate increase 210,000 210,000 Residential Parking 10,000 10,000 Transfer from F018 50,000 - Add Levy Lift - 6,000,000 (1,715,000) 59,044,690 720,000 53,405,494 Expenditures 60,961,125 52,575,629 Reduce Council Training (2,400) (2,400) Reduce Mayor's Travel Budget (5,400) - Reduce Council Contingency (10,000) (10,000) Edmonds Permitting Fees Study 10,000 - Reduce General Fund Expenditures (1,500,000) (2,000,000) $1.5M Reduction in General Fund Loan (972,283) 1,679,529 Court Red-Light Program 190,210 115,996 Remove Non-Mandatory Boards & Commissions (8,750) (8,750) Fund Only One Assistant Police Chief (232,500) (319,500) Remove Police Crime Analyst (179,066) (188,448) Reinstate Community Engagement Coordinator 180,712 188,385 Reduce 2025 COLA from 3.8% to 3%(117,631) (119,270) Move Fire Component of 911 to NonDP - - Hearing Examiner Professional Services 15,000 15,000 Minute Taker 10,000 10,000 HASCO / AHA MEMBERSHIP 6,250 6,250 Arborist 15,000 15,000 Digitization 10,000 - Interpretation Services 2,500 2,500 Historical Property Inventory 15,000 - Reduce Election Costs - (75,000) Change Prof Svc from LTAC to GF - 49,000 (2,573,358) 58,387,767 (641,708) 51,933,921 Ending Fund Balance 556,022 1,414,380 665,887 2,885,953 8.1.b Packet Pg. 52 At t a c h m e n t : R e c o n [ R e v i s i o n 1 ] ( A d o p t i o n o f 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 B i e n n i u m B u d g e t O r d i n a n c e ) City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 12/17/2024 Adoption of Comprehensive Plan Staff Lead: Shane Hope Department: Planning & Development Preparer: Heather Lakefish Background/History Every city and county in our region must adopt updates to their comprehensive plans and development regulations as needed under the Growth Management Act, by December 31, 2024 A comprehensive plan is a set of goals and policies, along with relevant information, to identify the general direction over the next 20 years for accommodating growth, protecting the natural environment, and otherwise address other important requirements and options under the Growth Management Act. By contrast, development regulations are the set of specific standards and rules that establish requirements and guidance for development. They are more detailed than a comprehensive plan. In 2023, an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process began for the Edmonds comprehensive plan update under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). This led to the publication of a a Draft EIS, which was posted online September 29, with a comment period through October 30, 2024. After revisions to the draft, a Final EIS was published online on December 9 and officially recognized in the SEPA registry December 10. Another part of the update process was to submit the initial draft Comprehensive Plan, which had been developed and posted on the City's website on October 3, to the state Department of Commerce. The draft Plan is required by state law to be submitted to the state for review before adoption. Commerce then sent the draft Plan to interested state agencies (such as Department of Ecology) for their review and, as needed, any comments. Numerous public meetings of the Planning Board and City Council included review and discussion of Plan updates. The City's initial draft Comprehensive Plan was posted online October 3, 2024, and received more than 170 public comments. In light of public comments and the City Council's selection on November 4th of a preferred growth alternative, the draft Plan was revised in November and the new version posted on the City's website. The designations table was revised in the posted version on December 6th to replace the designations table. On December 10, the City Council had a special meeting to review and discuss the Final EIS. Later that evening, the Council held a public hearing, considered a presentation from staff, and listened to comments from the public about the draft Plan. 8.2 Packet Pg. 53 Staff Recommendation o Move to adopt the proposed Comprehensive Plan. o Move to amend the proposed Plan by (adding, removing, or revising XXXXX...) o Move to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan as amended. Narrative The proposed 2024 Comprehensive Plan includes all elements required under the Growth Management Act, along with an optional element (Culture, History, and Urban Design). It retains two elements previously adopted: the Parks Recreation and Open Space Plan and the Shoreline Master Program. It also contains several appendices, for example, an explanation of the methodology for calculating growth and housing targets and a list of possible implementation actions. Newer features now in the proposed Plan are the revised Transportation Element and project list, along with the Parks and Public Works CFP/CIP project lists, as preliminarily approved by the Council in previous actions. The Council's December 3rd meeting included discussion of the designations table, which staff committed to revise. Revisions to the table were subsequently completed and published December 6th online (as shown in the revised draft plan currently on the City's "Everyone's Edmonds" webpage) and included in the proposed Plan under consideration now. At its December 4, 2024 meeting, the Planning Board recommended City Council adoption of the revised draft Comprehensive Plan with several specific amendments (see attachment). At the Council's December 10 public hearing, additional amendment ideas were suggested by the public and staff. On December 17, the Council will consider amendments to the proposed Comprehensive Plan. Potential amendments may include the attached Planning Board edits, recommendations from staff, and any other recommendations brought forward by City Council members. (See attachment for staff's recommended amendments.) After voting on any amendments to the proposed Plan, the Council may adopt it as amended. After Plan adoption, staff will incorporate amendments into the final document and make any technical corrections (spelling, punctuation, page numbering, etc.). That document will be submitted to the state Department of Commerce within 10 days, as required, and posted on the City's "Everyone's Edmonds" website. Plan adoption before Dec. 31, 2024 means that the City of Edmonds will be considered compliant with the requirement to adopt an updated comprehensive plan by the state's due date. State agencies also have a period to review the submitted plan and notify the City of any concerns. Meanwhile, Edmonds will move forward with adopting any other required development regulations due by the end of 2024 or 2025. Such regulations will be drafted and considered through a public process. Ultimately, the adopted Edmonds Comprehensive Plan will provide direction for healthy growth, climate resiliency, and community qualify of life well into the future. Taking action to implement the Plan will be a next critical step in achieving the vision. Attachments: Final_Comment Letter Edmonds 2024-S-7600.12.11.2024 PB.Recommended.Chamges Response.to.Commerce.Letter.Edmonds 2024.DraftComp.Plan 8.2 Packet Pg. 54 241212_Edmonds Final Comp Plan_V2 Draft Amendment Language 2024-12-11 comp plan ordinance v2 8.2 Packet Pg. 55 Page 1 of 5 STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE 1011 Plum Street SE  PO Box 42525  Olympia, Washington 98504-2525  (360) 725-4000 www.commerce.wa.gov December 11, 2024 Shane Hope Planning and Development Director City of Edmonds 121 5th Avenue Edmonds, Washington 98020 Sent Via Electronic Mail: shane.hope@edmondswa.gov Re: Proposed Changes to City of Edmonds 60-day Notice of Intent to Adopt Amendment--2024- S-7600. Dear Shane: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed changes to the City of Edmonds’ draft 2024 comprehensive plan. Growth Management Services received the proposed amendments on October 9, 2024, and processed them with material identification number 2024- S-7600. We have reviewed your draft plan using Commerce’s Periodic Update Checklist (July 2024) and Expanded Housing Checklist. We appreciate your continued coordination and responsiveness with our agency in regards to the proposed amendments and as you work to achieve the community’s vision consistent with the goals and requirements of the Growth Management Act (GMA). We realize your submission represents a great deal of work and substantial progress towards the 2024 periodic update of your comprehensive plan and corresponding development regulations due December 31, 2024. We very much appreciated the layout and organization of the plan. The logical layout helped make it easy to understand the interplay between elements and the overall community vision and goals. We encourage you and your community to consider the following as you finalize your drafts and present these amendments to your appointed and elected officials. In each of the numbered sections below, we have included line items and corresponding statutory citations from the Periodic Update Checklist-Updated July 2024 and the Expanded Housing Checklist (in italics) as support for our comments and recommendations that follow. 8.2.a Packet Pg. 56 At t a c h m e n t : F i n a l _ C o m m e n t L e t t e r E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 - S - 7 6 0 0 . 1 2 . 1 1 . 2 0 2 4 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Department of Commerce: Submittal ID 2024-S-7600 Page 2 of 5 1) Land Use Element a) Estimates of population densities and building intensities based on future land uses and housing needs. RCW 36.70A.070(1) (amended in 2023), WAC 365-196-405(2)(i) Recommendation: When updating your land capacity analysis, please include the assumed densities used to calculate capacity in each zoning category, or discuss these in the text, as support for your analysis. b) The land use element must reduce and mitigate the risk to lives and property posed by wildfires by using land use planning tools and through wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures. RCW 36.70A.070(1) amended in 2023 Recommendation: While our review did find language concerning wildfire risk and mitigation in the draft land use element, we did not find policy language focused on reducing or mitigating the risk to lives and property by wildfires. Commerce recommends the addition of wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures in the land use element with identification of specific procedures to better align with statutory requirements. 2) Housing Element a) An inventory and analysis of existing and projected housing needs over the planning period, by income band, consistent with the jurisdiction’s share of countywide housing need, as provided by Commerce. RCW 36.70A.070(2)(a) amended in 2021, WAC 365- 196-410(2)(b) and (c) Recommendation: Please include documentation of the city’s projected housing needs at all income bands, including permanent supportive housing and emergency housing/shelter, in the Housing Element, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(a) b) Identification of capacity of land for housing including, but not limited to, government- assisted housing, housing for moderate, low, very low, and extremely low-income households, manufactured housing, multifamily housing, group homes, foster care facilities, emergency housing, emergency shelters and permanent supportive housing. RCW 36.70A.070(2)(c) amended in 2021, WAC 365-196-410(e) and (f) Recommendation: The city has an excellent foundation of analysis related to understanding and evaluating capacity for its housing growth targets. We recommend building on this analysis by completing a capacity analysis for emergency housing, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(c). The city must also demonstrate sufficient capacity to accommodate allocated permanent supportive housing needs. Code updates to allow permanent supportive housing in appropriate zones may be needed to meet this requirement, since any areas counted toward capacity for permanent supportive housing must allow this housing type. 8.2.a Packet Pg. 57 At t a c h m e n t : F i n a l _ C o m m e n t L e t t e r E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 - S - 7 6 0 0 . 1 2 . 1 1 . 2 0 2 4 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Department of Commerce: Submittal ID 2024-S-7600 Page 3 of 5 c) Ensure adequate provisions for existing and projected housing needs for all economic segments of the community, including documenting barriers and actions needed to achieve housing availability. RCW 36.70A.070(2)(d) amended in 2021, WAC 365-196- 010(g)(ii), WAC 365-196-300(f), WAC 365-196-410 and see Commerce’s Housing Action Plan (HAP) guidance: Guidance for Developing a Housing Action Plan. Recommendation: Please include a summary of barriers to developing affordable housing (e.g. infrastructure limitations, development regulations, process obstacles) and actions the city plans to take to address those barriers in Housing Element as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(d). For additional guidance, see Chapter 4, Adequate Provisions (pgs. 48- 69) and Appendix B (pgs. 114-127) in Housing Element Book 2. d) Identify local policies and regulations that result in racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in housing, including zoning that may have a discriminatory effect; disinvestment and infrastructure availability per RCW 36.70A.070 (2)(e) Recommendation: Please conduct an evaluation of housing policies that may have led to racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in housing, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(e). See Step 3 in Commerce Book 3: Guidance to Address Racially Disparate Impacts (pgs. 33-40) for information on how to conduct this evaluation. In addition to the narrative provided, we also recommend identifying whether there is evidence of racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in Edmonds. 3) Capital Facilities Plan Policies or procedures to ensure capital budget decisions are in conformity with the comprehensive plan. RCW 36.70A.120 Suggestion: Consider adding an explicit policy linking capital budget and the comprehensive plan. 4) Transportation Element a) Identification of specific actions to bring transportation facilities and services to established multimodal LOS. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(D) amended in 2023, WAC 365- 196-430 A projection of state and local system needs to equitably meet current and future demand and equitably implement the multimodal network. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(F) amended in 2023, WAC 365-196-430(1)(c)(vi) and RCW 47.06 Recommendation: At the time of review, section 2.4 of the plan was under development. Please be sure to address these requirements in the final draft for adoption. b) A transition plan for transportation as required in Title II of ADA. Perform self- evaluations of current facilities and develop a program access plan to address 8.2.a Packet Pg. 58 At t a c h m e n t : F i n a l _ C o m m e n t L e t t e r E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 - S - 7 6 0 0 . 1 2 . 1 1 . 2 0 2 4 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Department of Commerce: Submittal ID 2024-S-7600 Page 4 of 5 deficiencies and achieve the identification of physical obstacles, establish methods, perform modifications and identify leadership roles. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(G) Recommendation: We did not find language regarding and ADA Transition Plan and recommend including policy language to create an ADA Transition Plan for transportation by evaluating current facilities and creating a program to address deficiencies. While Edmonds is not required to include a transition plan until the five- year implementation progress report is due in 2029, it is advisable that jurisdictions begin this planning process as early as possible. ADA transition plans are an important component of a multimodal transportation system. 5) Provisions for Siting Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) A process or criteria for identifying and siting essential public facilities (EPFs). RCW 36.70A.200 and WAC 365-196-550(1) Recommendation: While we did find language in the existing plan on essential public facilities and the Snohomish County Tomorrow process, there was not a specific process or criteria stated in the draft provided for review as part of the periodic update. We recommend adding policy language addressing the process or criteria for identifying and siting EPFs in the final draft for adoption. 6) Climate Change and Resiliency Edmonds is not obligated to meet the climate-related changes to GMA until 2029. However, we appreciate that you already integrated many climate goals and policies throughout your comprehensive plan. Commerce is updating the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) to set minimum standards for compliance with HB 1181 (Chapter 228, Laws of 2023). Rulemaking will be complete by the end of 2025, and we will regularly ask for feedback. Your 2029 implementation progress report will need to include climate change and resiliency policies that meet those standards, so we invite you to engage with our team over the next year. 7) Property Rights Considerations for preserving property rights. Local governments must evaluate proposed regulatory or administrative actions to assure that such actions do not result in an unconstitutional taking of private property. RCW 36.70A.370. For further guidance see the 2018 Advisory Memo on the Unconstitutional Taking of Private Property Recommendation: Our review did not find language regarding property rights. We recommend including in the final draft a goal, policy, or evaluation that addresses statutory requirements regarding consideration for property rights. 8.2.a Packet Pg. 59 At t a c h m e n t : F i n a l _ C o m m e n t L e t t e r E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 - S - 7 6 0 0 . 1 2 . 1 1 . 2 0 2 4 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Department of Commerce: Submittal ID 2024-S-7600 Page 5 of 5 8) Development Regulations a) Permanent supportive housing or transitional housing must be allowed where residences and hotels are allowed. RCW 35A.21.430 Recommendation: Please allow permanent supportive housing and transitional housing in all zones that allow hotels or residences, to be consistent with RCW 35A.21.430. See the STEP Model Ordinance and User Guide for further guidance. b) Indoor emergency shelters and indoor emergency housing shall be allowed in any zones in which hotels are allowed, except in cities that have adopted an ordinance authorizing indoor emergency shelters and indoor emergency housing in a majority of zones within one-mile of transit. Indoor emergency housing must be allowed in areas with hotels. RCW 35A.21.430 Recommendation: Please allow emergency housing and shelter in either all zones that allow hotels or a majority of zones within one mile of transit, to be consistent with RCW 35A.21.430. See the STEP Model Ordinance and User Guide for further guidance. Thank you again for the opportunity to comment. If you have any questions or need technical assistance, please feel free to contact me at jeff.aken@commerce.wa.govor (360) 725-2869. Please note, notification and copies of adopted plans shall be submitted to Commerce within ten days after final adoption (RCW 36.70A.106(2)). Sincerely, Jeff Aken Jeff Aken Senior Planner Growth Management Services Cc: David Andersen, AICP, Managing Director, Growth Management Services Valerie Smith, AICP, Deputy Managing Director, Growth Management Services Ben Serr, AICP, Eastern Regional Manager, Growth Management Services Carol Holman, MUP, Western Regional Manager, Growth Management Services Anne Fritzel, AICP, Housing Section Manager, Growth Management Services Laura Hodgson, Housing Planning and Data Manager, Growth Management Services 8.2.a Packet Pg. 60 At t a c h m e n t : F i n a l _ C o m m e n t L e t t e r E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 - S - 7 6 0 0 . 1 2 . 1 1 . 2 0 2 4 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 12/4/24 Planning Board Recommended Amendments To Draft Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element: [ADD] New Policy 8.8 within Goal & Policies Section: “When setting level of service targets, prioritize safety and reduced mortality over higher roadway speeds.” [ADD] Information applicable to Table 2.4 and Table 2.5 (Roadway & Intersection / Active Transportation Project lists) to show how project priority grading was determined. Land Use Element: Future Land-Use Map & Designations - keep FLUM as drafted and corrected but remove any reference to "mixed-use" from the designation definitions of Low Density Residential 1 and 2 in the associated table. LU-10.3 [Revise to read] "Remove or modify barriers, such as culverts, to improve fish passage where appropriate and where there is improvement in salmon populations." LU-11.3 [Replace] "access" with "services" [Replace] LU-13 and LU-14 with: "LU-13 Develop distinct hubs and centers in the Subarea districts that foster and enhance the unique characteristic of each and seek needed improvements for public spaces. • Incorporate culturally significant design elements into public spaces, building and infrastructure to preserve and enhance the International District’s unique identity. • Create a character for the Gateway District, with place-making features such as those found in other centers and hubs. • Develop the Health District that is diverse and comprehensive, expanding housing choices to meet specific needs of populations served by the Health District, especially low-income groups. • Promote urban design features in the southern and northern entry to Edmonds along HWY 99 that create a sense of arrival to the city. • Encourage signage and wayfinding elements along the corridor to other destinations in the city in order to strengthen the area as an integral part of Edmonds. • Mitigate displacement due to redevelopment." 8.2.b Packet Pg. 61 At t a c h m e n t : P B . R e c o m m e n d e d . C h a m g e s ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) LU-15.1 [Revise to read] "Apply contextually appropriate standards and regulations in updating the development code to enable walkability. vibrant public realm and urban character between different land use areas." LU-15.5 [Remove entirely] LU-22.1 [Revise to read]: "Limit land use activities that would negatively impact groundwater recharge, unless such activities protect against contaminating the aquifer." LU-22.3 [Revise to read]: "Encourage projects that actively enhance aquifer recharge, such as artificial recharge basins, managed aquifer recharge (MAR) systems, and restoring natural recharge areas, unless such projects risk contaminating the aquifer." 8.2.b Packet Pg. 62 At t a c h m e n t : P B . R e c o m m e n d e d . C h a m g e s ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Responses to Department of Commerce: Submittal ID 2024-S-7600 Page 1 of 7 Comment from Commerce Response 1 Land Use Element a) Estimates of population densities and building intensities based on future land uses and housing needs. RCW 36.70A.070(1) (amended in 2023), WAC 365-196-405(2)(i) Recommendation: When updating your land capacity analysis, please include the assumed densities used to calculate capacity in each zoning category, or discuss these in the text, as support for your analysis. The Appendix A (Methodology and Assumptions for City of Edmonds Land Use Capacity Analysis) lists the assumed densities: Assumed DU/Acre by Height Floors DU/Ac. 3 36 4 70 5 109 6 140 The floors correspond to the maximum number of floors allowed in the proposed mixed use zoning. b) The land use element must reduce and mitigate the risk to lives and property posed by wildfires by using land use planning tools and through wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures. RCW 36.70A.070(1) amended in 2023 Recommendation: Our review did find language concerning wildfire risk and mitigation in the draft land use element but we did not find policy language focused on reducing or mitigating the risk to lives and property by wildfires. Commerce recommends the addition of wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures in the land use element with identification of specific procedures to better align with statutory requirements. Existing policy in Comp Plan: LU-23.8 Reduce and mitigate the risk to lives and property posed by wildfires by using land use planning tools and through wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures. The policy can be strengthened and/or the following potential action items can be added: Mapping High Fire Risk Areas: Clearly delineate areas with high wildfire potential on land use maps to guide development decisions. Vegetation Management Regulations: Establish guidelines for vegetation management around homes and structures in fire-prone zones, including defensible space requirements. Building Code Amendments: Incorporate fire-resistant building materials and design elements into local building codes for new construction in high fire risk areas. Community Preparedness Planning: Facilitate community-level wildfire preparedness plans, including evacuation routes, designated assembly points, and public education programs 8.2.c Packet Pg. 63 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 2 of 7 2 Housing Element a) An inventory and analysis of existing and projected housing needs over the planning period, by income band, consistent with the jurisdiction’s share of countywide housing need, as provided by Commerce. RCW 36.70A.070(2)(a) amended in 2021, WAC 365-196-410(2)(b) and (c) Please include documentation of the city’s projected housing needs at all income bands, including permanent supportive housing and emergency housing/shelter, in the Housing Element, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(a) The City’s approach to projecting housing needs was to adopt Snohomish County housing targets (H05 Report) and find capacity to achieve those targets. This chart gives the housing targets as per income bands including PSH housing. As per Commerce guidance for HB 1220, “Jurisdictions must do a quantitative LCA for emergency housing (EH) needs unless they can demonstrate both: The jurisdiction has one or more zones that allow hotels, all of which allow for EH by right, OR that EH is allowed by right in a majority of zones within one-mile of transit. AND that there are no regulations that limit the occupancy, spacing or intensity of EH. City of Edmonds is compliant with both requirements. b) Identification of capacity of land for housing including, but not limited to, government-assisted housing, housing for moderate, low, very low, and extremely low-income households, manufactured housing, multifamily housing, group homes, foster care facilities, emergency housing, emergency shelters and permanent supportive housing. Edmonds’ housing targets already include the units required to be provided for PSH and there is capacity for PSH both in zones allowing hotels and/or residences. 8.2.c Packet Pg. 64 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 3 of 7 RCW 36.70A.070(2)(c) amended in 2021, WAC 365-196-410(e) and (f) Recommendation: The city has an excellent foundation of analysis related to understanding and evaluating capacity for its housing growth targets. We recommend building on this analysis by completing a capacity analysis for emergency housing, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(c). The city must also demonstrate sufficient capacity to accommodate allocated permanent supportive housing needs. Code updates to allow permanent supportive housing in appropriate zones may be needed to meet this requirement, since any areas counted toward capacity for permanent supportive housing must allow this housing type. c) Ensure adequate provisions for existing and projected housing needs for all economic segments of the community, including documenting barriers and actions needed to achieve housing availability. RCW 36.70A.070(2)(d) amended in 2021, WAC 365-196-010(g)(ii), WAC 365- 196-300(f), WAC 365-196-410 and see Commerce’s Housing Action Plan (HAP) guidance: Guidance for Developing a Housing Action Plan. Recommendation: Please include a summary of barriers to developing affordable housing (e.g. infrastructure limitations, development regulations, process obstacles) and actions the city plans to take to address those barriers in Housing Element as required by RCW 36.70A.070(2)(d). These barriers were discussed and incorporated in research before drafting goals and policies. Commerce guidelines mention the following categories of barriers should be analyzed: 1. Development regulations, 2. Process obstacles, 3. Limited land availability and environmental constraints, and 4. Funding gaps The Comp Plan has mitigating policies for all these factors already. Staff can create a corresponding checklist as an appendix. 8.2.c Packet Pg. 65 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 4 of 7 For additional guidance, see Chapter 4, Adequate Provisions (pgs. 48-69) and Appendix B (pgs. 114-127) in Housing Element Book 2. d) Identify local policies and regulations that result in racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in housing, including zoning that may have a discriminatory effect; disinvestment and infrastructure availability per RCW 36.70A.070 (2)(e) Recommendation: Please conduct an evaluation of housing policies that may have led to racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in housing, as required by RCW 36.70A.070(e). See Step 3 in Commerce Book 3: Guidance to Address Racially Disparate Impacts (pgs. 33-40) for information on how to conduct this evaluation. In addition to the narrative provided, we also recommend identifying whether there is evidence of racially disparate impacts, displacement, and exclusion in Edmonds. Consultant team conducted a review of existing policies flagging terminology and other content which is not inclusive. Staff can create a corresponding checklist as an appendix. It should be noted that the policy text has been re-written and the language and content which is not inclusive has been removed, 3) Capital Facilities Plan a) Policies or procedures to ensure capital budget decisions are in conformity with the comprehensive plan. RCW 36.70A.120 Suggestion: Consider adding an explicit policy linking capital budget and the comprehensive plan. Relevant current policy text which can be strengthened: Policy CF2.3 Identify new or improved capacity of existing capital facilities needed to support the location and intensity of housing and employment growth anticipated in the growth strategy Policy CF3.2 If probable funding falls short of meeting existing capital facility needs, the land use element and any other relevant information shall be reassessed to ensure the land use 8.2.c Packet Pg. 66 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 5 of 7 element, capital facilities element, and financing plan within the capital facilities element are consistent. (This supports Commerce’s compliance) 4) Transportation Element a) Identification of specific actions to bring transportation facilities and services to established multimodal LOS. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(D) amended in 2023, WAC 365- 196-430 A projection of state and local system needs to equitably meet current and future demand and equitably implement the multimodal network. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(F) amended in 2023, WAC 365-196-430(1)(c)(vi) and RCW 47.06 Recommendation: At the time of review, section 2.4 of the plan was under development. Please be sure to address these requirements in the final draft for adoption. b) A transition plan for transportation as required in Title II of ADA. Perform self- evaluations of current facilities and develop a program access plan to address deficiencies and achieve the identification of physical obstacles, establish methods, perform modifications and identify leadership roles. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(G) Recommendation: We did not find language regarding and ADA Transition Plan and recommend including policy language to create an ADA Transition Plan for transportation by evaluating current facilities and creating a program to address deficiencies. While Edmonds is not required to include a transition plan until the five- year implementation progress report is due in 2029, it is advisable that jurisdictions begin this planning process as early as possible. ADA transition plans are an important component of a multimodal transportation system. 5) Provisions for Siting Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) a) A process or criteria for identifying and siting essential public facilities (EPFs). RCW 36.70A.200 and WAC 365-196-550(1) Relevant current policy text which can be strengthened: Policy CF2.4 Establish a clear set of criteria to prioritize capital projects based on urgency, impact, and alignment with the city’s strategic 8.2.c Packet Pg. 67 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 6 of 7 Recommendation: While we did find language in the existing plan on essential public facilities and the Snohomish County Tomorrow process, there was not a specific process or criteria stated in the draft provided for review as part of the periodic update. We recommend adding policy language addressing the process or criteria for identifying and siting EPFs in the final draft for adoption. goals. Periodically review the criteria and resources to help address these needs. Policy CF2.6 Ensure essential public facilities are not precluded, consistent with state law, and are sited in an equitable manner and with appropriate mitigation that balances local and regional objectives. 6) Climate Change and Resiliency Edmonds is not obligated to meet the climate-related changes to GMA until 2029. However, we appreciate that you already integrated many climate goals and policies throughout your comprehensive plan. Commerce is updating the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) to set minimum standards for compliance with HB 1181 (Chapter 228, Laws of 2023). Rulemaking will be complete by the end of 2025, and we will regularly ask for feedback. Your 2029 implementation progress report will need to include climate change and resiliency policies that meet those standards, so we invite you to engage with our team over the next year. 7) Property Rights Considerations for preserving property rights. Local governments must evaluate proposed regulatory or administrative actions to assure that such actions do not result in an unconstitutional taking of private property. RCW 36.70A.370. For further guidance see the 2018 Advisory Memo on the Unconstitutional Taking of Private Property Recommendation: Our review did not find language regarding property rights. We recommend including in the final draft a goal, policy, or evaluation that addresses statutory Draft policy language options: Evaluate proposed regulatory or administrative actions to assure that such actions do not result in an unconstitutional taking of private property. (Verbatim from RCW) Protect the property rights of landowners from arbitrary and discriminatory actions. 8.2.c Packet Pg. 68 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) Page 7 of 7 requirements regarding consideration for property rights. 8) Development Regulations a) Permanent supportive housing or transitional housing must be allowed where residences and hotels are allowed. RCW 35A.21.430 Please allow permanent supportive housing and transitional housing in all zones that allow hotels or residences, to be consistent with RCW 35A.21.430. See the STEP Model Ordinance and User Guide for further guidance. Current plan is already compliant H-9.5 Allow transitional housing and permanent supportive housing in any zones that allow residential dwelling units or hotels (RCW 35.21.683 and RCW 35A.21.430). H-9.7 Allow permanent supportive housing in areas where multifamily housing is permitted (RCW 35.21.689 and RCW 35A.21.305). b) Indoor emergency shelters and indoor emergency housing shall be allowed in any zones in which hotels are allowed, except in cities that have adopted an ordinance authorizing indoor emergency shelters and indoor emergency housing in a majority of zones within one-mile of transit. Indoor emergency housing must be allowed in areas with hotels. RCW 35A.21.430 Please allow emergency housing and shelter in either all zones that allow hotels or a majority of zones within one mile of transit, to be consistent with RCW 35A.21.430. See the STEP Model Ordinance and User Guide for further guidance. Current plan is already compliant H-9.6 Allow emergency shelters and emergency housing in any zones that allow hotels. 8.2.c Packet Pg. 69 At t a c h m e n t : R e s p o n s e . t o . C o m m e r c e . L e t t e r . E d m o n d s 2 0 2 4 . D r a f t C o m p . P l a n ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) �®���@Bj] Comprehensive Plan City of Edmonds REVISED PUBLIC DRAFT DECEMBER, 2024 8.2.d Packet Pg. 70 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 2 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The City of Edmonds wishes to acknowledge the contributions made by the community to the Everyone’s Edmonds Comprehensive Plan and its participation in a series of events, surveys, and meetings. Mayor: Mike Rosen City Council: Chris Eck Will Chen Neil Tibbott Michelle Dotsch Vivian Olson, Council President Susan Paine Jenna Nand Planning Board: Jon Milkey Lauren Golembiewski, Vice Chair Jeremy Mitchell, Chair Steven Li Judi Gladstone Lee Hankins Nick Maxwell George Bennett (Alternate) Isaac Fortin (Student Rep) Others: Economic Development Commission Architectural Design Board Transportation Advisory Commission Community Champions City Staff: Shane Hope, Planning & Development Director Phil Williams, Public Works Director Angie Feser, Parks, Recreation & Human Services Director Todd Tatum, Community Services, Culture and Economic Development Director Mike Clugston, Planning Manager Brad Shipley, Senior Planner Navyusha Pentakota, Urban Design Planner Robert English, City Engineer Bertrand Hauss, Traffic Engineer Mike DeLilla, Senior Utilities Engineer Consultants Perkins Eastman Stepherson and Associates Forum Placemaking Herrera Environmental Consultants Transpo Group 8.2.d Packet Pg. 71 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 3 Contents INTRODUCTION 11 Introduction 13 Vision 13 Guiding Principles 14 Planning Area 15 Planning History 16 Planning Framework 18 City Profile 22 Growth Projection 28 Community Engagement Framework 30 How to use the Plan? 32 LANDUSE 35 Introduction 37 Edmonds Today 38 Edmonds 2044 40 Opportunity for Edmonds 41 Growth Strategy 42 Citywide Goals 51 Neighborhood Centers and Hubs 53 Downtown 55 Waterfront 56 Highway 99 Activity Center and Subarea 59 Residential Neighborhoods 61 Commercial Areas 61 Industrial Areas 62 Open Space 63 The Natural Environment 65 Priority Action Steps 70 HOUSING 71 Introduction 73 Edmonds Housing Today 74 Edmonds Housing Targets 75 Housing Diversity 79 Housing Affordability and Equity 80 Addressing Racial Equity and Displacement 82 People’s Policies 87 Supportive Housing 88 Regulatory Framework 89 Adapting to Climate Change 90 Priority Action Steps 90 8.2.d Packet Pg. 72 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 4 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 91 Introduction 93 Edmonds Today 94 Edmonds 2044 98 Public Revenues 101 Edmonds’ Economic Development Vision 102 Priority Action Steps 105 CLIMATE 107 Introduction 109 City of Edmonds- Leader in environmental stewardship 110 Climate Resilience Sub Element 113 GHG Emissions Reduction Sub-element 114 Implementation Actions 116 CULTURE, HISTORY AND URBAN DEISGN 117 Introduction 119 Arts and Culture 120 Celebrating our Heritage 122 Urban Design 123 Priority Action Steps 125 CAPITAL FACILITIES 127 Introduction 129 Essential Public Facilities 130 Future needs 134 Level of Service (LOS) 136 Strategic Planning and Investment Prioritization 137 Sustainability goals for Capital facility projects 139 Public Works 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan & Capital Improvement Program 141 Parks, Recreation & Human Services 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan & Capital Improvement Pro- gram 288 UTILITIES 329 Introduction 331 Edmonds’ Utilities today 332 Future Projections and Challenges 340 Overall Goals and Policies 341 Storm and Surface Water Management 342 Solid Waste 343 8.2.d Packet Pg. 73 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 5 TRANSPORTATION 345 Introduction to the Plan 347 Existing Transportation Facilities and Conditions 352 Forecasts and Evaluation 380 Goals and Policies 405 Plan Implementation 412 Transportation Project List Prioritization Scores 421 Appendix A: Methodology and Assumptions for City of Edmonds Land Use Capacity Analysis 425 Appendix B: Growth Targets 436 Appendix C: Growth Alternatives 444 Appendix D: Community Engagement Summary 460 Appendix E: Potential Actions to Consider as Recommended by the Planning Board 466 Appendix F: Potential Action Items based on Draft Plan 471 8.2.d Packet Pg. 74 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 6 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 List of Figures Figure 1.1 1. Edmonds Downtown 2. Brackett’s Landing North (Source: Edmonds Downtown Alliance) 3. View of Edmonds Marsh and Unocal property 12 Figure 1.2 Draft Vision Graphic with recurring themes generated using community’s feedback 12 Figure 1.3 Regional Map 15 Figure 1.4 Coast Salish Peoples Most Associated with Edmonds (Source: City of Edmonds Mayor’s office, Resources on Indigenous Peoples) 16 Figure 1.5 Shingle Mills on the Edmonds Waterfront (Source: Edmonds Historical Museum) 17 Figure 1.6 City of Edmonds Ferry (Source: Edmonds Historical Museum) 17 Figure 1.7 GMA Planning Framework 18 Figure 1.8 VISION 2050 plan overview flyer 20 Figure 1.9 City of Edmonds Annexation History 22 Figure 1.10 City of Edmonds Age Pyramid 23 Figure 1.11 City of Edmonds racial distribution trends 24 Figure 1.12 City of Edmonds Population Change in Youth, 2013-2017 vs. 2018-2022 24 Figure 1.13 City of Edmonds Existing Land Use Plan 27 Figure 1.14 Community Engagement, Summer 2022-2024 30 Figure 2.1 Area by zoning classfication (2020) 38 Figure 2.2 City of Edmonds Zoning Map 39 Figure 2.3 City of Edmonds Existing Activity Centers (2015 update to Comprehensive Plan) 43 Figure 2.4 City of Edmonds: Locations of Neighborhood Centers and Hubs 45 Figure 2.5 Detailed figures of each neighborhood center and hub locations showing the area boundaries and proposed building heights for each location 46 Figure 2.6 Future Land Use Map 50 Figure 2.7 Key locations within the Edmonds Waterfront 56 Figure 2.8 Distinct districts within Highway 99 Subarea Plan 59 Figure 2.9 Edmonds Downtown (Source: Edmonds Downtown Alliance) 62 Figure 2.10 Existing Parks and Open Spaces (Source: Edmonds Parks, Recreation & Open Space Plan 2022-2027) 64 Figure 2.11 Critical Areas (Source: City of Edmonds) 66 Figure 2.12 Existing tree canopy percentage summarized using 20-acre hexagons for the year 2020 (Source: Tree Canopy Assessment Report 2022) 69 Figure 3.1 Housing Typology Mix (Source: Census 2020) 74 Figure 3.3 Edmonds future land supply (Source: The Housing Characteristics and Needs in Snohomish County Report 2023) 75 Figure 3.2 No of bedrooms distribution Source: Census 2020 75 Figure 3.6 Existing Mix of housing types (Census 2020) and potential mix of housing types as per House Bills compliance (2044) 77 Figure 3.7 City of Edmonds: Locations of Neighborhood Centers and Hubs 78 Figure 3.8 Home Sales Affordability (Source: AHA) 80 Figure 3.9 Age of housing stock (Source: AHA) 81 Figure 3.10 Selected Monthly Owner Costs as a Percentage of Household Income (SMOCAPI) and Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (GRAPI) (Source: Census 2020) 81 Figure 3.11 Cost burdened households, by race. (Source: Census 2020) 82 8.2.d Packet Pg. 75 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 7 Figure 3.12 Social Vulnerability Index (Source: Washington State Department of Health Disparities Map) 83 Figure 3.13 Environmental Health Disparities Map (Source: Washington State Department of Health Disparities Map) 84 Figure 3.14 PSRC displacement risk map (Source: PSRC) 85 Figure 4.1 Employed Edmonds Residents by Industry, 2020 94 Figure 4.2 Key Export Industries and Comparison of Edmonds to Nearby Cities 95 Figure 4.3 Where Edmonds Residents Work, 2019 96 Figure 4.4 Commute Direction and Distance for Employed Edmonds Residents, 2019 (Source: Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (LEHD) program, U.S. Census Bureau, 2019) 96 Figure 4.5 Downtown Edmonds (Source: City of Edmonds) 100 Figure 4.6 Percentage Revenue by Type – All Funds, 2023 101 Figure 4.7 Percentage Revenue by Type – General Fund, 2023 101 Figure 4.8 Edmonds’ Economic Development Vision “Mantra” 102 Figure 5.2 Regional and local climate change projections. (Source: Edmonds Climate Action Plan) 110 Figure 5.1 Frontline Communities in Edmonds (Source: CAP Document) 112 Figure 6.1 “AOSAGI” installed in September 2021 by Shogo Ota with Urban Artworks 121 Figure 6.2 “THE SALISH SEA” installed in November 2018 by Nick Goettling 121 Figure 6.3 Honoring the land and the Coast Salish tribes, ‘Marsh Life’ is an artistic depiction and window into what life may have been like for Coast Salish communities living in the area. (Source: Edmonds Historical Museum) 122 Figure 6.4 12 urban quality criteria as developed by the Gehl Institute. 124 Figure 7.1 City of Edmonds Public Capital Facilities Map 131 Figure 7.2 City of Edmonds City Hall 135 Figure 8.1 Service area extents for City of Edmonds Water Utility and Olympic View Water Sewer District. (Source: City of Edmonds) 333 Figure 8.2 View of Spada Reservoir near Sultan (Source: The Herald) 334 Figure 8.3 Service area extents for City of Edmonds Sewer Utility and Olympic View Water Sewer District. (Source: City of Edmonds) 335 Figure 8.4 Service area extents for various garbage collection services. (Source: City of Edmonds) 338 8.2.d Packet Pg. 76 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 8 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 List of Tables Table 1.1 Growth Targets for the City of Edmonds for 2044 as set by Snohomish County CPP. 28 Table 2.1 Growth Targets for the City of Edmonds for 2044 as set by Snohomish County CPP. 40 Table 2.2 Future Land Use Designations Reference Table 48 Table 3.3 Required allocation of housing units as per affordability levels designated in House Bill 1220 76 Table 3.4 Summary of housing units capacity 78 Table 4.1 Employment growth by demographic trends (Source: Labor Participation Rate: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis) 98 Table 4.2 Employment capacity for 2044 98 Table 7.1 Publicly owned facilities in City of Edmonds 132 Table 7.2 Capital Facilities and Service Providers for City of Edmonds and Relevant Plans and Documents 133 Table 7.3 Level of Service standards for public facilities 136 Table 8.1 Utility providers in City of Edmonds and Functional Plans 144 8.2.d Packet Pg. 77 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 9 EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: TRANSPORTATION iii List of Tables Table 1-1 Edmonds Vehicular LOS Standards ........................................................................ 360 Table 1-2 Roadway Level of Service Overview ....................................................................... 360 Table 1-3 - Pedestrian Level of Service Overview ................................................................... 361 Table 1-4 Bicycle Level of Service Overview ........................................................................... 362 Table 1-5 Transit Level of Service Overview ........................................................................... 363 Table 1-6 Existing (Spring 2024) Roadway Level of Service Overview ................................... 364 Table 1-7 Intersections with Elevated Collision Rates ............................................................. 369 Table 1-8 September 2024 Community Transit Routes and Daily Ridership ........................... 372 Table 1-9 Edmonds Park and Rides ........................................................................................ 374 Table 2-1 City of Edmonds Land Use Growth ......................................................................... 381 Table 2-2 Pedestrian Transportation Plan Network Definitions ................................................ 384 Table 2-3 Project Prioritization Scoring Methodology .............................................................. 394 Table 2-4 Roadway and Intersection Projects ......................................................................... 395 Table 2-5 2044 Transportation Improvement Project List: Active Transportation ..................... 398 Table 2-6 Transportation Planning Studies ............................................................................. 403 Table 4-1 Transportation Project and Program Costs (2024 – 2044) ....................................... 413 Table 4-2 2024-2044 Transportation Revenues ..................................................................... 415 Table 4-3 Forecasted Revenues and Costs ............................................................................ 418 List of Figures Figure 0-1 Transportation Plan Approach ................................................................................ 349 Figure 1-1 Edmonds Roadway Network .................................................................................. 353 Figure 1-2 Roadway Functional Classification ......................................................................... 355 Figure 1-3 Existing (2023) Roadway Average Daily Traffic (ADT) ........................................... 358 Figure 1-4 Existing (2024) Roadway Level of Service ............................................................. 366 Figure 1-5 Citywide Collision Rates (2018-2022) .................................................................... 367 Figure 1-6 Citywide Collisions Map (2018 – 2022) .................................................................. 368 Figure 1-7 WSDOT Freight and Goods Transportation System (FGTS) Map .......................... 370 Figure 1-8 Edmonds Truck Haul Map ...................................................................................... 371 Figure 1-9 Community Transit Fixed Routes in Edmonds ....................................................... 373 Figure 1-10 Existing Pedestrian Facilities ................................................................................ 377 Figure 1-11 Existing Bicycle Facilities ..................................................................................... 379 Figure 2-1 Forecast 2044 Roadway Level of Service .............................................................. 382 Figure 2-2 Planned Pedestrian Network .................................................................................. 385 Figure 2-3 Planned Bicycle Network ....................................................................................... 387 Figure 2-4 Pedestrian LOS...................................................................................................... 389 Figure 2-5 Bicycle LOS ........................................................................................................... 390 Figure 2-6 Forecast 2044 Transit LOS .................................................................................... 392 Figure 2-7 Roadway and Intersection Projects ........................................................................ 397 Figure 2-8 Active Transportation Projects ............................................................................... 402 for Transportation Element for Transportation Element 8.2.d Packet Pg. 78 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 10 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 INTRODUCTION 8.2.d Packet Pg. 79 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 11 INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 8.2.d Packet Pg. 80 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 12 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Figure 1.1 1. Edmonds Downtown 2. Brackett’s Landing North (Source: Edmonds Downtown Alliance) 3. View of Edmonds Marsh and Unocal property Figure 1.2 Draft Vision Graphic with recurring themes generated using community’s feedback 1 2 3 8.2.d Packet Pg. 81 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 13 Introduction Edmonds is a vibrant city renowned for its scenic beauty, rich cultural heritage, and strong community spirit. Situated along the shores of Puget Sound, Edmonds blends small-town charm with modern amenities, offering residents and visitors alike a unique blend of coastal living and urban convenience. As a hub of creativity and innovation, Edmonds is home to a thriving arts scene, diverse local businesses, and a deep commitment to sustainability. With its picturesque downtown, bustling waterfront, and abundant parks and recreational areas, the city attracts individuals and families seeking a high quality of life in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Edmonds prides itself on its strong sense of community, where neighbors come together to celebrate local traditions, support local initiatives, and shape the future through active civic engagement. Everyone’s Edmonds is Edmonds’ 2044 Comprehensive Plan, the City’s primary policy document that outlines a long-term vision and provides direction for future growth and development over the next 20 years. As Edmonds continues to evolve, the plan will provide clear direction on critical issues such as housing, job creation, transportation improvements, and capital investments in essential infrastructure like utilities, sidewalks, and parks. The plan serves as the cornerstone for the City’s major decisions on growth and development, helping preserve the unique charm while embracing opportunities for progress and innovation. It outlines how the City will look, feel, and function in the years to come. It prepares Edmonds to face present and future challenges with resilience and adaptability, fostering a thriving, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable community. By aligning with the values and vision of Edmonds’ residents, this plan aims to create a future where everyone can prosper and enjoy an exceptional quality of life. Vision The vision statement was crafted through an inclusive community visioning process that encouraged broad participation and input from Edmonds residents. Following this collaborative effort, the statement underwent review and refinement by both the Edmonds Planning Board and the City Council. This process ensured that the vision reflected the aspirations and priorities of the community while aligning with strategic goals for the city’s future. “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.” 8.2.d Packet Pg. 82 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 14 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Guiding Principles The Vision ties directly to the guiding principles. Guiding Principles create the framework for decision- making and actions in each of the plan’s “elements” that provide the City’s long-range policy direction. They pull forward the core values, goals, and aspirations embedded within the vision, guiding how each element’s strategies and policies can contribute to a desired future. Land use Grow mindfully with a place-driven approach that integrates all aspects of the built environment- housing, transportation, economic development, infrastructure, and social amenities to foster well-designed and livable environments for all. Housing Edmonds is an inclusive community where every resident, regardless of their income, background, or ability, has access to safe, affordable, and dignified housing. Economic Development Edmonds’ economy is resilient and celebrates its unique identity, and provides support and opportunities to the community and businesses to flourish. Climate Edmonds is committed to strengthening our resilience to climate change while balancing growth and protecting and expanding our environmental assets. It will prioritize creating a sustainable, and low-carbon Edmonds that can enhance quality of life for residents. Culture, History, and Urban Design Community quality of life in Edmonds is enhanced by weaving culture, arts, historic preservation, and thoughtful urban design into community activities and placemaking. Transportation Edmonds will create well-designed streets that are safe, welcoming, and accessible for all residents, regardless of age, ability, or mode of transportation Public Utilities and Capital Facilities Edmonds will provide access to reliable, efficient, and sustainable delivery of essential public utilities, including water, sewer, electricity, gas, and telecommunications, to all residents and businesses. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 83 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 15 Planning Area The City of Edmonds is in south Snohomish County on the western shores of Puget Sound approximately 14 miles north of Seattle. Situated within the urbanized Puget Sound region, the city encompasses approximately 8.9 square miles (5,700 acres) in area, including 5 linear miles (26,240 feet) of marine shoreline. Roughly triangular in shape, the city is bounded by Puget Sound on the west; Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace on the east; unincorporated Snohomish County on the north; and the town of Woodway and the City of Shoreline on the south. The 2044 Plan update focuses on creating compact efficient land use patterns to accommodate growth with integrated place-making as an approach to urban planning and development that considers the interconnectedness of social, economic, environmental, and cultural elements. This method emphasizes the active involvement of community members in designing and maintaining spaces that reflect their identity and meet their diverse needs. Puget Sound EsperanceTown of Woodway City of Mountlake Terrace City of Brier City of Bothell I-5 SH-99/ Aurora Ave. SH-104 I-405 City of Shoreline City of Lynnwood CITY OF EDMONDS Figure 1.3 Regional Map 8.2.d Packet Pg. 84 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 16 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Planning History The earliest documented inhabitants of the area were Native American tribes. The Edmonds area was an integral part of the Coast Salish tribes’ way of life for thousands of years before the settlers arrived. The area was rich in natural resources harvested by Coast Salish tribes. The marsh provided bark and cattails, the Puget Sound provided ample fishing, and berries, roots and other resources could be found on trails stretching to Lake Ballinger. Although there is no archaeological evidence of an established village in Edmonds, the area — especially the marsh — was an important summer destination for the Coast Salish tribes, which helped sustain them during the winter months. While they came to harvest fish, shellfish, reeds, medicinal plants and other resources, they also spent weeks sharing the marsh bounty and socializing, and held marriage ceremonies connecting different tribes. Before settlement, the marsh stretched nearly 100 acres. Continued development over the years has reduced the area to its current 22.5 acres. "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." Edmonds City Council Land Acknowledgment Figure 1.4 Coast Salish Peoples Most Associated with Edmonds (Source: City of Edmonds Mayor’s office, Resources on Indigenous Peoples) Suquamish Tribe - Place of the Clear Salt Water 8.2.d Packet Pg. 85 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 17 Figure 1.5 Shingle Mills on the Edmonds Waterfront (Source: Edmonds Historical Museum) Figure 1.6 City of Edmonds Ferry (Source: Edmonds Historical Museum) As European exploration and settlement in the Pacific Northwest increased, settlers began homesteading and logging activities in the general area of the present-day city. The community that became the City of Edmonds grew out of a homestead and logging operation started by George Brackett in 1876. Logging and shingle-splitting were the dominant economic activities in the community during the 1880s and 1890s. The town continued to grow as other industries including box making, pulp mill, a cigar factory, and increased waterfront activities developed. The Great North Railroad reached the town in 1891 and for many years provided access for goods and passenger travel to Everett and Seattle as well as to the eastern part of the state. Although fires destroyed many of the waterfront mills, shingle production continued to be the primary industry in the City into the 1940s. Ferry service to Kingston began in 1923 when a ferry terminal was built near the location of the existing ferry dock. The present ferry terminal was built in the early 1950s after acquisition of the ferry system by the State of Washington. The City continued to grow during the 1940s and 50s, resulting in a more active role of the municipality in providing water, sewer, and streets for the residential and commercial expansion. The Port District was formed in 1948 and began waterfront improvements. Commercial and retail businesses within the downtown provided a wide range of services to the community. Completion of Interstate 5 and increased growth in the Puget Sound region led to a gradual change in the character of the City with more emphasis on residential development and a decline in the retail importance of the downtown. Although the City is now primarily a residential community, it also provides many amenities for residents and visitors, including restaurants and specialized shopping as well as a long list of festivals and cultural events. The City of Edmonds was incorporated in 1890 with the original town site encompassing approximately 550 acres. The original town site is now occupied primarily by the downtown and adjacent residential areas. The City has expanded in area through annexations to a land area of approximately 8.9 square miles or approximately 9.2 square miles including portions of Lake Ballinger and Puget Sound tidelands. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 86 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 18 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Planning Framework Adopted state and regional goals provide the framework for local comprehensive plans and implementation strategies. Through these goals, local governments are assured that important issues facing the state and other local governments in the Puget Sound region can be comprehensively addressed. State and Regional Planning Framework Growth Management Act The Washington Growth Management Act (GMA) establishes a framework for jurisdictions to manage and accommodate growth. The GMA sets Figure 1.7 GMA Planning Framework requirements for comprehensive planning to guide future growth towards shared goals and ensure consistency and coordination between jurisdictions. State, regional and local jurisdictions undertaking growth management planning are required to adopt plans and implementation strategies that form a coordinated approach to actively plan for the future. The purpose of the GMA is to manage growth to support a high quality of life, sustainability, economic development, and environmental conservation (RCW 36.70A.010). The Growth Management Act (GMA) provides guidance for locally adopted comprehensive plans and development regulations across cities and counties. The GMA establishes the comprehensive plan as the centerpiece of local long-range planning, which contains a vision, goals, objectives, policies, and implementation actions that are intended to guide day-to-day decisions by elected officials and local government staff. Comprehensive plans encompass a future land use map (FLUM) which provides guidance for zoning and other development regulations. GMA requires comprehensive plans to include mandatory elements such as land use, housing, capital facilities, utilities, transportation, parks and recreation, and climate change resilience (RCW 36.70A.070). Local governments have the flexibility to include additional elements as desired. Development regulations, including zoning, must align with the objectives outlined in each jurisdiction’s comprehensive plan. Compliance with the GMA, including periodic updates, is crucial for counties and cities to qualify for grants and loans from specific state infrastructure programs, ensuring their readiness to support sustainable growth and development. In recent years, amendments to the GMA have mandated jurisdictions to plan for and facilitate housing that meets the needs of all economic segments of the population (HB 1220). Additionally, these amendments require jurisdictions to identify and mitigate racially disparate impacts (HB 1220), simplify regulations to expand accessory dwelling unit (ADU) options (HB 1337), and enhance opportunities for middle housing (HB 1110). 8.2.d Packet Pg. 87 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 19 Under RCW 36.70A.020, the GMA establishes a series of 15 goals that should act as the basis of all comprehensive plans. • Urban growth. Encourage development in urban areas where adequate public facilities and services exist or can be provided in an efficient manner. • Reduce sprawl. Reduce the inappropriate conversion of undeveloped land into sprawling, low-density development. • Transportation. Encourage efficient multimodal transportation systems that are based on regional priorities and coordinated with county and city comprehensive plans. • Housing. Encourage the availability of affordable housing to all economic segments of the population of this state, promote a variety of residential densities and housing types, and encourage preservation of existing housing stock. • Economic development. Encourage economic development throughout the state that is consistent with adopted comprehensive plans, promote economic opportunity for all citizens of this state, especially for unemployed and for disadvantaged persons, promote the retention and expansion of existing businesses and recruitment of new businesses, recognize regional differences impacting economic development opportunities, and encourage growth in areas experiencing insufficient economic growth, all within the capacities of the state’s natural resources, public services, and public facilities • Property rights. Private property shall not be taken for public use without just compensation having been made. The property rights of landowners shall be protected from arbitrary and discriminatory actions. • Permits. Applications for both state and local government permits should be processed in a timely and fair manner to ensure predictability. • Natural resource industries. Maintain and enhance natural resource-based industries, including productive timber, agricultural, and fisheries industries. Encourage the conservation of productive forestlands and productive agricultural lands, and discourage incompatible uses. • Open space and recreation. Retain open space, enhance recreational opportunities, conserve fish and wildlife habitat, increase access to natural resource lands and water, and develop parks and recreation facilities. • Environment. Protect the environment and enhance the state’s high quality of life, including air and water quality, and the availability of water. • Citizen participation and coordination. Encourage the involvement of citizens in the planning process and ensure coordination between communities and jurisdictions to reconcile conflicts. • Public facilities and services. Ensure that those public facilities and services necessary to support development shall be adequate to serve the development at the time the development is available for occupancy and use without decreasing current service levels below locally established minimum standards. • Historic preservation. Identify and encourage the preservation of lands, sites, and structures, that have historical or archaeological significance. • Climate change and resiliency. Ensure that comprehensive plans, development regulations, and regional policies, plans, and strategies under RCW 36.70A.210 and chapter 47.80 RCW adapt to and mitigate the effects of a changing climate; support reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and per capita vehicle miles traveled; prepare for climate impact scenarios; foster resiliency to climate impacts and natural hazards; protect and enhance environmental, economic, and human health and safety; and advance environmental justice. • Shorelines of the state. For shorelines of the state, the goals and policies of the shoreline management act as set forth in RCW 90.58.020 shall be considered an element of the county’s or city’s comprehensive plan. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 88 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 20 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Regional Goals The Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) is a regional transportation planning organization under chapter 47.80 RCW. In its major planning document, Vision 2040, the PSRC is described as: “…an association of cities, towns, counties, ports, and state agencies that serves as a forum for developing policies and making decisions about regional growth management, environmental, economic, and transportation issues in the four- county central Puget Sound region of Washington state.” The City of Edmonds is a member of PSRC. PSRC’s VISION 2050 VISION 2050 is the region’s plan for growth. By 2050, the region’s population will reach 5.8 million people. The region’s cities, counties, Tribes, ports, agencies, businesses, and communities have worked together to develop VISION 2050 to prepare for this growth and serve as a guide for sustaining a healthy environment, thriving communities and a strong economy. VISION 2050 is a plan for the long-term that can be adjusted as the region changes. Vision 2050, provides a framework to guide sustainable growth across the region through integrated transportation, land use, and economic strategies. It envisions a future where communities thrive with affordable housing, efficient transportation systems, and equitable access to jobs and amenities. The plan emphasizes environmental stewardship, promoting compact urban growth while preserving natural resources and open spaces. Vision 2050 aims to enhance regional connectivity, resilience to climate change, and social equity by fostering vibrant, inclusive communities where residents enjoy a high quality of life and economic opportunities, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come. Over the next 30 years, the central Puget Sound region will add another million and a half people, reaching a population of 5.8 million. How can we ensure that all residents benefit from the region’s thriving communities, strong economy and healthy environment as population grows? Local counties, cities, Tribes and other partners have worked together with PSRC to develop VISION 2050. The region’s vision for 2050 VISION 2050 is the region’s plan to provide an exceptional quality of life, opportunity for all, connected communities, a spectacular natural environment, and an innovative, thriving economy. A plan for how and where we grow The plan includes a Regional Growth Strategy that focuses growth in centers and near transit, with the goal of sustaining and creating different types of urban communities, while preserving the region’s working resource lands and open spaces. Beyond just the numbers, the Growth Strategy has policies and actions to help cities and counties plan for coming population and employment growth. VISION 2050 will help us… Provide opportunities for all Increase housing choices and affordability Sustain a strong economy Significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions Keep the region moving Restore the health of the Puget Sound Protect a network of open spaces Grow in centers and near transit Act collaboratively and support local efforts $$ VISION 2050 was adopted in 2020 and includes the region’s multicounty planning policies, local and regional actions, and a strategy for how and where we grow through 2050. Figure 1.8 VISION 2050 plan overview flyer The City of Edmonds is identified as a High-Capacity Transit Community. As the regional transit system grows, Edmonds will play a key role in accommodating employment and population growth by supporting mobility and reducing vehicle trips. Edmonds’ Comprehensive Plan is consistent with and helps implement Vision 2050. It supports the role of Edmonds as a high-capacity transit hub within the larger regional system and is in alignment with the goals, policies, and actions established at the regional level. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 89 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 21 To implement the vision, VISION 2050 contains the following overarching Goals: • Regional Collaboration: The region plans collaboratively for a healthy environment, thriving communities, and opportunities for all. • Regional Growth Strategy - The region accommodates growth in urban areas, focused in designated centers and near transit stations, to create healthy, equitable, vibrant communities well-served by infrastructure and services. Rural and resource lands continue to be vital parts of the region that retain important cultural, economic, and rural lifestyle opportunities over the long term. • Environment - The region cares for the natural environment by protecting and restoring natural systems, conserving habitat, improving water quality, and reducing air pollutants. The health of all residents and the economy is connected to the health of the environment. Planning at all levels considers the impacts of land use, development, and transportation on the ecosystem. • Climate Change - The region substantially reduces emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change in accordance with the goals of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (50% below 1990 levels by 2030 and 80% below 1990 levels by 2050) and prepares for climate change impacts. • Development Patterns - The region creates healthy, walkable, compact, and equitable transit- oriented communities that maintain unique character and local culture, while conserving rural areas and creating and preserving open space and natural areas • Housing - The region will preserve, improve, and expand its housing stock to provide a range of affordable, healthy, and safe housing choices to every resident. The region will continue to promote fair and equal access to housing for all people. • Economy - The region will have a prospering and sustainable regional economy by supporting businesses and job creation, investing in all people and their health, sustaining environmental quality, and creating great central places, diverse communities, and high quality of life. • Transportation - The region has a sustainable, equitable, affordable, safe, and efficient multimodal transportation system, with specific emphasis on an integrated regional transit network that supports the Regional Growth Strategy and promotes vitality of the economy, environment, and health. • Public Services - The region will support development with adequate public facilities and services in a coordinated, efficient, and cost-effective manner that supports local and regional growth planning objectives. Regional collaboration is a foundational component of Vision 2050. It responds to the coordinated planning component of the GMA, recognizing the interdependency of jurisdictions and the imperative nature of consistency across systems. The document focuses on coordination in planning development with related entities, and emphasizes equity and health requirements for the region. VISION 2050, focuses greater amounts of growth within regional growth centers and high-capacity transit station areas. High-capacity transit station areas are areas within ½ a mile of existing or planned light rail and streetcar stations, commuter rail stations, ferry terminals, and within ¼ mile of all bus rapid transit stations. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 90 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 22 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Multicounty Planning Policies (MPPs) are included as a part of Vision 2050, are included as a part of Vision 2050, adopted under the state’s GMA, to provide an integrated framework for addressing land use, economic development, transportation, other infrastructure, environmental, and climate change planning. Their role is to implement the Regional Growth Strategy, create a planning framework to ensure consistency across local plans, and provide the policy structure for other regional plans. MPPs inform Countywide Planning Policies and local jurisdiction Comprehensive Plans. County’s Planning Framework Snohomish County Countywide Planning Policies (CPPs) provide a framework for developing and adopting comprehensive plans for all jurisdictions within the county. CPPs ensure countywide consistency in growth management in compliance with MPPs and the GMA. This framework addresses issues at the regional level and establishes a shared vision for the county. General and joint framework are provided to guide and coordinate the development of plans at the county and city level. Topic specific policies are provided for the following subject areas: land use, housing, capital facilities, utilities, transportation, economic development, and parks and recreation. City Profile Edmonds has a history of annexation that has expanded its boundaries over the years. The original incorporation in 1890 included about 600 acres along the waterfront and up the hill to the east. Major annexations occurred in the 1950s and 1960s as Edmonds expanded into the surrounding suburban areas. By 1963, Edmonds had completed its largest annexations, growing to a population of around 19,000. The city reached its present eastern boundary along State Route 99 in May 1959. Edmonds gradually annexed portions of the unincorporated area of Esperance. This process occurred over several decades, with Edmonds annexing pieces of Esperance for industrial development and to increase its tax base. By the early 2000s, only 5 precincts of Esperance remain unincorporated, completely surrounded by Edmonds. These annexations have contributed to Edmonds’ growth from its original 600 acres to its current size of about 8.9 square miles, making it the third most populous city in Snohomish County. Figure 1.9 City of Edmonds Annexation History 8.2.d Packet Pg. 91 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 23 Demographics The rate of population growth has been relatively stable over the years with major increases occurring primarily as a result of annexations during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1990s. The population growth during these decades was 289.7 percent, 195.5 percent, and 28.5 percent respectively. Maps detailing the annexation timeline for Edmonds are shown below. The city has experienced moderate population growth and demographic shifts between 2000 and 2024. The growth rate was marginal between 2000- 2010 at 0.5 percent. The city’s population increased from 39,709 in the 2010 census to an estimated 42,658 in 2024, representing a growth of about 7.4%. Edmonds has an older population compared to state and national averages, with a median age of 45.8 years in 2024. The average household size in Edmonds has slightly decreased from 2.262 in 2010 to 2.0 in 2020. The city is relatively affluent, with a median household income of $96,775 and a low poverty rate of 4.19%. Edmonds also boasts a well-educated population, with high rates of educational attainment. Figure 1.10 City of Edmonds Age Pyramid Population 2022 (ACS Data) FEMALE MALE Population 2017 (ACS Data) 8.2.d Packet Pg. 92 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 24 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Figure 1.11 City of Edmonds racial distribution trends Figure 1.12 City of Edmonds Population Change in Youth, 2013-2017 vs. 2018-2022 ACS Data 2010 ACS Data 2020 The racial composition has become slightly more diverse, with the White population decreasing from 87% in 2010 to 78% in 2024, while the Asian population increased from 6% to 9%. The data suggests that while Edmonds experienced overall population growth from 2013 to 2022, the proportion of youth in the population has decreased. This trend aligns with the city’s increasing median age and growing percentage of residents over 65, indicating that Edmonds is becoming a more mature community with a smaller proportion of young families and children. However, it’s important to note that these are current trends and may evolve in the future as demographic patterns shift and new development or policy changes potentially attract younger residents and families to the area. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 93 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 25 Demographic analysis for Audience Prioritization Source: Equitable Engagement Framework, City of Edmonds 21 Audience prioritization Knowing the audience helps prioritize which audiences to engage, and how to reach them. See Appendix 1 for a thorough demographic analysis. Using information gathered from interviews, best practices for engaging specific populations, and demographic information by census tract, the following is a list of suggested priority audiences along with recommendations for engaging community members in each geographic area. A demographic analysis identified priority audiences, neighborhoods, and groups of people that have been underrepresented in prior engagement efforts. The demographic analysis summarizes population characteristics within ten identified geographic locations, including Census Tracts 502 (Area 1), 503 (Area 2), 504.02 (Area 3), 504.03 (Area 4), 504.04 (Area 5), 505.01 (Area 6), 505.02 (Area 7), 507 (Area 8), 508 (Area 9), and 509 (Area 10). See the map at right. Appendix 1: Demographic Analysis includes details on individual-level and household level demographics. Recommended priority audiences include: Audience Criteria Area 4 Area 5 Area 6 Area 7 Area 8 Area 9 Area 10 People who are older than 60 years of age and living alone x Females older than 65 years of age x Households with incomes less than $50,000 x x x Families with children younger than 18 years of age x x People who speak languages other than English x x x People who are BIPOC x x x x People who are not citizens x x x People who have disabilities x x x x People who rent their homes x x x x People without reliable computer and/or internet access x x x People who are LGBTQIA+x x x x x x x People who rely on public transit x 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 Lake Ballinger 212th St. SW 76 t h A v e W 9t h A v e S 9t h A v e N S R - 1 0 4 Hw y 9 9 Main St. 196th St. SW Olympic Vi e w D r 220th St. SW The map shown here corresponds to the recommended priority audiences in the table below 21 Audience prioritization Knowing the audience helps prioritize which audiences to engage, and how to reach them. See Appendix 1 for a thorough demographic analysis. Using information gathered from interviews, best practices for engaging specific populations, and demographic information by census tract, the following is a list of suggested priority audiences along with recommendations for engaging community members in each geographic area. A demographic analysis identified priority audiences, neighborhoods, and groups of people that have been underrepresented in prior engagement efforts. The demographic analysis summarizes population characteristics within ten identified geographic locations, including Census Tracts 502 (Area 1), 503 (Area 2), 504.02 (Area 3), 504.03 (Area 4), 504.04 (Area 5), 505.01 (Area 6), 505.02 (Area 7), 507 (Area 8), 508 (Area 9), and 509 (Area 10). See the map at right. Appendix 1: Demographic Analysis includes details on individual-level and household level demographics. Recommended priority audiences include: Audience Criteria Area 4 Area 5 Area 6 Area 7 Area 8 Area 9 Area 10 People who are older than 60 years of age and living alone x Females older than 65 years of age x Households with incomes less than $50,000 x x x Families with children younger than 18 years of age x x People who speak languages other than English x x x People who are BIPOC x x x x People who are not citizens x x x People who have disabilities x x x x People who rent their homes x x x x People without reliable computer and/or internet access x x x People who are LGBTQIA+x x x x x x x People who rely on public transit x 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 Lake Ballinger 212th St. SW 76 t h A v e W 9t h A v e S 9t h A v e N S R - 1 0 4 Hw y 9 9 Main St. 196th St. SW Olympic Vi e w D r 220th St. SW The map shown here corresponds to the recommended priority audiences in the table below Knowing the audience helps prioritize which audiences to engage, and how to reach them. Using information gathered from interviews, best practices for engaging specific populations, and demographic information by census tract, the following is a list of suggested priority audiences along with recommendations for engaging community members in each geographic area. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 94 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 26 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Land Use Pattern Single-family residential uses are relatively evenly dispersed throughout the city and occupy the majority of the city’s land use base. Approximately 3,460 acres, or 58.5 percent of the city’s area, is developed for single-family residential uses. Higher density residential development (including apartments and condominiums) is primarily located south and north of the downtown; in the vicinity of the Edmonds-Woodway High School site and Swedish-Edmonds Hospital; and adjacent to 196th Street, 76th Avenue and Highway 99. Together, single-family and multi-family residential units comprise approximately 3,959.9 acres (just over 64 percent of the total developed land within the city). Commercial activity is concentrated in two principal areas -- the Downtown/Waterfront and the Highway 99 corridor (which includes the retail and medical development in the vicinity of Swedish Edmonds Hospital). These two areas were designated as Activity Centers in the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, and over the years, various strategies and actions have been implemented to establish them as key hubs of economic activity within the city. There are several smaller commercial nodes of varying sizes that help to serve adjacent neighborhoods, such as Westgate, Five Corners, Firdale, Perrinville, and Puget Drive. The Port of Edmonds is located in the southern portion of the City’s waterfront. The Port owns and manages 33 upland acres as well as a small boat harbor and marina, with space for 1,000 boats (approximately 11 acres). A variety of services and marine-related businesses are located on the Port’s properties. Waterfront area revitalization is one of the key considerations of the 2024 plan update. With the revocation of ‘Edmonds Crossing’ project, waterfront has created new set of opportunities and challenges to address to accommodate growth and maintain its status as a unique destination of the Puget Sound region. Regional parks and beaches figure prominently in the City, including Brackett’s Landing North and South, the Edmonds Fishing Pier, Edmonds Memorial Cemetery, Edmonds Underwater Park, Marina Beach Park, Olympic Beach Park, local tidelands, and the Edmonds Waterfront Center. The Edmonds Marsh is a significant City-owned open space (23 acres), while Yost Memorial Park is the largest community park owned by the City (44 acres). The largest County resources are Southwest County Park (118 acres) and Meadowdale Beach County Park (144 acres). All together, parks, recreation, and open space lands account for 5.8 percent of City land. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 95 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 27 Figure 1.13 City of Edmonds Existing Land Use Plan 8.2.d Packet Pg. 96 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 28 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 2020 Estimate 2044 Target Proposed Growth Population 42,853 55,966 13,113 Housing 19,005 28,073 9,068* Jobs 14,174 17,232 3,058 Table 1.1 Growth Targets for the City of Edmonds for 2044 as set by Snohomish County CPP. Growth Projection The Growth Management Act requires the state Office of Financial Management (OFM) to set demographic projections for each county, from which counties, in coordination with the Puget Sound Regional Council, select a growth target and allocate it among their cities. In the 2020 Census, Edmonds had a population of 42,853. Its 2044 population target, set by the Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee, is 55,966, reflecting a projected increase of 13,113 residents. This target aligns with the Countywide Planning Policies’ General Framework Policy GF-5, which advises allocating growth according to each community’s vision, infrastructure, and role in the region. Edmonds’ projected 30% population increase by 2044 is below the countywide average of 37% and the 43% increase projected for the Urban Growth Area (UGA). This reflects Edmonds’ more limited capacity for growth compared to areas along major transit corridors, though it still plays a role in supporting countywide growth targets. Translating Population Growth to Housing Targets Snohomish County’s approach to setting housing targets based on population growth uses the Department of Commerce’s Housing For All Planning Tool (HAPT), with an exception for cost-burdened owner-occupied housing, which the county excludes from increased housing needs. This results in a housing target for 9,068 new housing units, with assumptions on household size consistent with the Snohomish County H0-5 Report. Table 1.1 summarizes the adopted housing and employment growth targets as set in the Snohomish County CPPs. This total of 9068 housing units is further defined by various income levels and capacity needed to achieve under each of the income band. Table 3.3 in the Housing Element summarizes Edmonds’ adopted housing targets by income band and emergency housing required. Similarly, Economic Development element summarizes the adopted employment targets as set by the Snohomish County. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 97 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 29 To meet growth targets, the City must identify key areas and implement strategies to accommodate projected growth over the next 20 years. Based on previous planning efforts, the City already has some capacity for housing and job growth, carried over from the last plan update. This available capacity is detailed in the 2021 Snohomish County Buildable Lands Report and further explained in the Land Use Element. For a detailed break down and explanation of county adopted growth targets, refer to Appendix B Growth Alternatives To accommodate the growth, two growth scenarios were proposed as growth alternatives to create vibrant neighborhoods with suitable and affordable housing for all income levels, enhancing quality of life and promoting social equity. Both the Growth Alternatives proposed focused on the 2024– 2044 planning period and will plan to accommodate new housing and employment growth targets, be compliant with the state legislative house bills and stay consistent with the Snohomish County Countywide Planning Policies (CPPs). The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) provides an environmental analysis opportunity for both specific development projects and broader planning efforts. An environmental analysis at the “development project” level requires more detailed analysis of the site conditions, including proximity to critical areas and other factors. An environmental analysis at the planning (“non-project” level) is a higher-level look at potential impacts of implementing the proposed plan and identifies mitigation measures for the potential significant impacts. For example, an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a long-range citywide comprehensive plan would identify general issues (such as increased population and the need for more housing) and recognize mitigation measures (such as application of critical area and stormwater regulations) that would be required for future development. Under SEPA, as part of the City’s evaluation of the growth alternatives for the draft comprehensive plan, Edmonds considered not only potential impacts and mitigation measures for the two Growth Alternatives, but also for the “No Action” alternative, whereby the City would continue to follow the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, as amended in 2020, and current zoning regulations. The “No-Action” alternative would also maintain the existing land use designations without modifications and would not include meeting the requirements of House Bill (HB) 1110, HB 1220, and HB 1337. Both action alternatives assume minimum compliance with recently adopted House Bills 1110, 1337 and 1220. A final decision was made by the City Council seeking recommendations from the Planning Board to choose the extents and heights of the potential areas of change. The approved growth scenario defined significant changes in future land use designations within the Comprehensive Plan’s Land Use element. The housing element address the distribution and types of housing needed to meet various income levels. To read more about the proposed alternatives, refer to the Appendix C 8.2.d Packet Pg. 98 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 30 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Community Engagement Framework The City of Edmonds aims to ensure timely and consistent public notification regarding proposed comprehensive plan amendments. This includes providing advance notice of all opportunities for public comment on the proposals and enabling interested parties to monitor their progress throughout the legislative decision-making process. Equitable Engagement Framework The City of Edmonds’ Equitable Engagement Framework is a guiding document for inclusive and equitable community engagement. Its key principles include fostering mutual respect, prioritizing engagement with overlooked communities, being responsive to community input, investing in resources for engagement, and building lasting relationships with community representatives. The framework outlines specific roles and responsibilities for engagement, tailored approaches for different projects, and methods to measure success. The demographic analysis within the framework identifies key population characteristics within ten geographic locations in Edmonds using data from the 2020 American Community Survey. The analysis focused on individual-level demographics (age, sex, race, ethnicity, poverty level, citizenship status, disability status, language spoken at home) and household-level demographics (age groups of household members, rented units, transit dependency, computer use, internet subscription, household income). The Framework recommends the city make use of practices such as • Prioritizing appropriate outreach for specific audiences, including households with incomes less than $50,000, families with children, non-citizens, and those who speak languages other than English. • Providing childcare, scheduling meetings at convenient times, and using local media and social media platforms to reach these communities. • Ensuring broad participation and mutual benefit by working with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) organizations and compensating them for time, vision, input, and expertise. Figure 1.14 Community Engagement, Summer 2022-2024 8.2.d Packet Pg. 99 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 31 Community Champions The Community Champions pilot program is a strategic part of the city’s Equitable Engagement Framework. It seeks to serve the communities who identify as: • Black, indigenous, or as a person of color • Speak a language other than English at home • Immigrants or refugees • Having disabilities • LGBTQIA+ • Low-income households • Youth who may be future Edmonds residents, voters, and business owners • Social service agencies • Small business owners Community Champions Network brings underrepresented and historically marginalized voices into the process. Their involvement is helping to ensure Edmonds’ planning efforts reflect their needs and priorities. Appendix D summarizes community engagement activities undertaken by the City of Edmonds team from 2022- 24. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 100 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 32 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 How to use the Plan? Intended Use & Document Organization The Everyone’s Edmonds Comprehensive Plan is intended for use by all members of the community and is a tool to assist City Council, City staff, and others involved in making land use and public infrastructure decisions. The Plan is organized into elements or chapters. Each topic-specific element contains a summary of existing conditions and goals and policies. Elements are organized as follows: 1. Introduction and Context 2. Land Use 3. Housing 4. Economic Development 5. Community Culture, History, and Urban Design 6. Climate 7. Capital Facilities 8. Utilities 9. Transportation Guiding Principles are derived from the Vision statement and provide a foundational framework for achieving the Vision. They are broad, enduring statements that set the tone for decision-making and planning processes. These principles embody the core values and priorities of the community. Goals translate the Vision and Guiding Principles into specific, and achievable outcomes. Each Goal outlines the desired results that the city seeks to achieve, providing a clear direction for policy. Goals are ambitious yet attainable, reflecting both the aspirations and practical realities of the community. Policies are the actionable steps and strategies that will be implemented to achieve the Goals. They provide detailed guidance on how the city will manage growth, allocate resources, and address specific issues. Policies are designed to offer concrete actions that can be taken by the city’s staff, leaders, and community partners. Goals and policies work together to support the community’s vision and guiding principles. System plans and other city plans—such as the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan—further reinforce the Comprehensive Plan with infrastructure, programs, and detailed strategies. The Comprehensive Plan and its supporting plans are implemented through regulations and permits, including the City’s development regulations (e.g., zoning code) and other ordinances. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 101 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: INTRODUCTION 33 Appendices A. Methodology and Assumptions for City of Edmonds Land Use Capacity Analysis B. Growth Targets C. Growth Alternatives D. Community Engagement Summary E. Potential Actions to Consider as Recommended by the Planning Board F. Potential Action Items based on Draft Plan Implementation Edmonds’ Comprehensive Plan is implemented through numerous actions, including day-to-day operations, capital investments, review of new development projects, and related system plans. Implementation actions are steps that are intended to be taken within a specified time frame to address high priority sustainability goals. GMA requires larger counties and cities to submit an implementation progress report detailing the progress they have achieved in implementing their plans five years after they been updated. This report should include regulations, zoning and land use changes, and other legislative and administrative actions needed for implementation. Performance measures, as identified in the Comprehensive Plan, are specific, meaningful, and easily obtainable data points that relate to sustainability and can be reported on an annual basis. They are intended to help assess progress toward achieving the goals and policy direction of each major Comprehensive Plan element. The City staff will annually report on the progress and effectiveness of implementation actions and performance measures to City Council and Planning Board. Documents Incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan: • Shoreline Master Program • Highway 99 Sub Area Plan • Capital Facilities Plan and Capital Improvement Program • 2022-2027 Parks, Recreation, and open Space Plan Documents Adopted into the Comprehensive Plan by reference: • Comprehensive Water System Plan (2017) • Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan (2013) • Storm & Surface Water Management Comprehensive Plan (2010) 8.2.d Packet Pg. 102 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 34 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 8.2.d Packet Pg. 103 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) LANDUSELANDUSE LAND USE 2024 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CITY OF EDMONDS 8.2.d Packet Pg. 104 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 36 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 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 Guiding Principle Grow mindfully with a place-driven approach that integrates all aspects of the built environment- housing, transportation, economic development, infrastructure, and social amenities to foster well-designed and livable environments for all. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 105 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: LAND USE 37 Introduction The Land Use Element for the City of Edmonds outlines the vision and policies for land use to guide future development and environmental conservation, taking into account community needs, along with state and federal laws. Key objectives include preserving and enhancing community quality of life, providing diverse housing opportunities, enhancing economic vitality, and ensuring adequate infrastructure. The element offers guidance on how development regulations can contribute to a high quality of life and achieve environmental justice, including efforts to avoid creating or worsening environmental health disparities. The Land Use Element includes an assessment of current land use patterns, zoning regulations, and future land needs. It establishes goals and policies to steer the development of desired land use patterns within the community. The Natural Environment section focuses on protecting and enhancing a community’s ecological resources. It includes strategies for conserving critical areas like wetlands and wildlife habitats, maintaining water quality, managing stormwater, and preserving open spaces. By balancing development with environmental stewardship, it aims to ensure the long-term health of natural resources, support ecological functions, and maintain quality of life while accommodating growth. The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) delineates general land use designations, serving as the basis for more specific zoning districts and development regulations that set parameters for residential, commercial, recreational, and other uses within Edmonds, as well as parks, open spaces, and protected natural areas. The Future Land Use map and the policies outlined in this element identify areas for focused growth and investment. These strategic decisions aim to support equitable and sustainable expansion over the next two decades, ensuring Edmonds continues to thrive, creating a welcoming environment that promotes a sense of belonging among residents, businesses, and visitors alike. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 106 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 38 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Edmonds Today Edmonds is a historic waterfront city, providing housing, retail and restaurants, medical facilities, services, regional cultural attractions, parks, and much more. As of 2020, the city has a population of 42,853 residents, residing in 19,005 housing units, with approximately 14,174 jobs available locally. The existing land use map indicates generally how these residents and jobs are distributed in homes and businesses throughout the city, as well as supportive functions such as healthcare, education, and parks. Most of the city’s land area is characterized by single-unit residential lots, representing about 75% of the total area. Currently, future growth is focused in two defined “activity centers”, including the Medical/Highway 99 Activity Center and the Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center. The vast majority of Edmonds’ existing growth capacity in both housing and jobs is along the Highway 99 corridor. Existing Zoning  The comprehensive plan identifies land areas for future types of uses and has broad policies that provide general direction for the implementation of specific development regulations, programs, and investments. An example of a more specific regulation is the zoning regulations that apply to one or more zoning districts and prescribe height limits and other dimensional requirements for development. Through the zoning regulations, three-story heights are allowed for much of the city with few exceptions. The largest exception is the allowance of 75 feet in height along the Highway 99 corridor (as defined in the Highway 99 Subarea Plan). For some zoning districts, the regulations also prescribe minimum square footage for a legal lot and/or the number of units allowed per acre. Other development and environmental regulations, including for stormwater and environmentally critical areas, further affect development options. Figure 2.1 Area by zoning classfication (2020) 8.2.d Packet Pg. 107 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: LAND USE 39 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!! !!!! ! ! ! ! !!! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!! !!!!! ! ! ! !!!!! ! ! !!!! ! ! !! ! !! !!!! !!! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!! ! !!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!! ! ! ! !!!! !! ! ! ! !!! !!!! !!!!! ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! 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² This map is a representation of the official zoning map of the City of Edmonds. Please check with the City of Edmonds Planning Division before relying on the zoning information described on this map. 600 0 600 1,200300 Feet Zoning Designations and Descriptions Map revision date: August 3, 2022 Zoning2022_36x56.mxd City of Edmonds Zoning [e Historic Sites Sites on Edmonds Register of Historic Places ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! ! !! !!!!!!!!!!!! Rezones Contract Rezones (contractual requirements apply) PRD PRD - Planned Residential Development Single Family RS-6 Single Family, 6,000 sq. ft. lots RS-8 Single Family, 8,000 sq. ft. lots RS-10 Single Family, 10,000 sq. ft. lots RS-12 Single Family, 12,000 sq. ft. lots RSW-12 Waterfront Single Family, 12,000 sq. ft. lots RS-20 Single Family, 20,000 sq. ft. lots RS-MP Single Family, Master Plan Multi Family RM-3 Multi Family, 3,000 sq. ft. of lot area per unit RM-2.4 Multi Family, 2,400 sq. ft. of lot area per unit RM-1.5 Multi Family, 1,500 sq. ft. of lot area per unit RM-EW Multi Family, RM-Edmonds Way Downtown Business ((((((((((((((((((BD1 Downtown Retail Core ((((((((((((((((((((((((BD2 Downtown Mixed Commercial ((((((((((((((((((BD3 Downtown Convenience Commercial ((((((((((((((((((((((((BD4 Downtown Mixed Residential ((((((((((((((((((BD5 Downtown Arts Corridor (((((((((((((((((((((((( OR Office-Residential Commercial WMU Westgate Mixed Use BP Planned Business BN Neighborhood Business FVMU Firdale Village Mixed Use BC Community Business BC-EW Community Business, BC-Edmonds Way CG General Commercial Waterfront CW Commercial Waterfront MP1 Master Plan Hillside Mixed Use MP2 Master Plan Hillside Mixed Use Other MU Medical Use P Public Use OS Open Space Figure 2.2 City of Edmonds Zoning Map 8.2.d Packet Pg. 108 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 40 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Edmonds 2044 One of the key principles of the Growth Management Act and regional planning is that jurisdictions must accommodate their fair share of the region’s growth. Growth targets in Edmonds are set by Snohomish County through the Snohomish County Tomorrow process. Snohomish County periodically produces a “Buildable lands Report” based on countywide population projections. The most recent version was adopted in 2021. A detailed methodology defined by the county process determines the “baseline” capacity available for growth within each city. Between 2020 and 2044, Edmonds population is forecasted to increase by 31%. the housing units by 48%, and jobs are expected to increase by 22%. This represents a significant increase in growth targets compared to the previous comprehensive plan. The housing and land use sections of this comprehensive plan aim to accommodate growth and other needs in a way that is consistent with Edmonds’ principles and goals while delivering the greatest community benefit. For more technical information on legislative background and housing and jobs capacity calculation methods, please see the Appendix A. Table 2.1 Growth Targets for the City of Edmonds for 2044 as set by Snohomish County CPP. 1. These 9,069 units must be distributed according to the requirements and affordability levels designated in HB 1220. 2. Source: Snohomish County Buildable Lands Report 2021 3. Proposed Land Use alternatives are distributing this required net growth capacity 2020 Estimate 2044 Target Proposed Growth Existing Capacity2 Net 2044 Target3 Population 42,853 55,966 13,113 Housing 19,005 28,073 9,0691 5,148 3,921 Jobs 14,174 17,232 3,058 2,548 510 8.2.d Packet Pg. 109 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: LAND USE 41 Opportunity for Edmonds Integrated Place-making: To meet anticipated growth targets and respond to the rising demands for housing opportunities and broader accessibility to goods and services, the City’s land use approach emphasizes the creation of appropriately scaled, vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive community places. A place-driven approach integrates all aspects of the built environment- land use, transportation, economic development, infrastructure, and social amenities to foster well-designed and livable environments that promote healthy lifestyles, climate resiliency, and access to natural beauty. Climate-change responsiveness The approach emphasizes mixed land use, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and efficient public transportation to create a sustainable, resilient, and livable city that can adapt to changing environmental conditions while meeting the needs of its residents. Protecting critical areas, such as wetlands, floodplains, and habitats, is essential for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health. Preserving and expanding the urban tree canopy helps improve air quality, reduce heat, and enhance the city’s aesthetic appeal. Walkable neighborhoods A place-driven approach can help residents be more active, healthy, and engaged in their community, by bringing shopping, employment, education, recreation, and other community resources within reach of walking, biking, and transit. Organizing land use to efficiently provide infrastructure and create enough demand for services and amenities within a given walkable area requires a curated mix of uses as well as density, particularly in housing. Given that significant multifamily housing growth is needed in the city, thoughtful land use planning can leverage this growth as an asset to create a more complete and livable community by supporting both neighborhood and citywide serving businesses, services, and amenities. Supporting mobility for people Transportation infrastructure is critical to support land use, including through sidewalks, crosswalks, bicycle infrastructure, traffic management, and more. To address this, Edmonds has brought a Multi- Modal Level of Service (MMLOS) approach to planning this infrastructure. The MMLOS approach prioritizes investments to promote sustainable and equitable transportation options. The transportation section of this comprehensive plan has more information. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 110 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 42 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Growth Strategy Per Snohomish County adopted targets, City is expected to grow by approximately 13,000 people and approximately 9,000 housing units plus 3000 jobs. The city has proposed it’s growth strategies for managing population growth, land use, and development in Edmonds. The Growth strategy is the approach city chose to achieve the overall vision and objectives of the proposal. This must reflect the needs of residents and businesses; guide Edmonds in investing in parks, transportation, public infrastructure, and social services; meaningfully serve the City as it grows and becomes more diverse; protect Edmonds’ natural resources; and manage sustainable growth. The Growth Strategy must also align with the City’s 2044 growth targets, addressing the projected growth targets while ensuring compliance with recently adopted House Bills 1110, 1337 and 1220. Minimum compliance with recently adopted Washington State legislation HOUSE BILL 1110 Increasing middle housing consisting of duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, quadplexes (with one affordable unit), stacked flats, and cottage style and courtyard apartments in areas traditionally dedicated to single family residential detached housing. HOUSE BILL 1337 Expanding housing options by easing barriers to the construction and use of accessory dwelling units [ADUs]. HOUSE BILL 1220 Planning for and accommodating affordable housing and requires jurisdictions to address moderate, low, very low, and extremely low- income housing in the housing element of the comprehensive plan. It also requires jurisdictions to address racially disparate impacts and displacement in the housing element of the comprehensive plan. As part of this growth strategy city has identified potential growth areas called Neighborhood Centers and Neighborhood Hubs to achieve sustainable, resilient, and equitable distribution of growth. They offer a variety of capacities to support housing and job growth, diverse housing types, and citywide infrastructure investments. A similar approach had been proposed as part of the 2015 periodic update of the plan, where Edmonds strategically planned for future development in two activity centers located within the community, the Medical/Highway 99 Activity Center and the Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 111 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: LAND USE 43 Activity Centers Activity Centers in Edmonds are intended to address the following framework goals: • Pedestrian-oriented - Provide a pedestrian-oriented streetscape environment for residential and commercial activity. • Mixed-use - Encourage mixed-use development patterns that provide a variety of commercial and residential opportunities, including both multi-family and small-lot single family development. • Community character - Build on historical character and natural relationships, such as historic buildings, slopes with views, and the waterfront. • Multimodal -Encourage transit service and access. • Balanced (re)development - Strategically plan for development and redevelopment that achieves a balanced and coordinated approach to economic development and housing, along with cultural and environmental goals. • Concurrency: Coordinate the plans and actions of both the public and private sectors. • Adaptive reuse: Provide incentives to encourage adaptive reuse as an alternative to redevelopment of historic structures to preserve these resources. To plan growth sustainably and equitably, City wanted to set frameworks in place for other potential areas of growth for the next 20 years. These areas are named Neighborhood Centers and Neighborhood Hubs. Neighborhood Centers and Neighborhood Hubs will be new types of relatively smaller scale activity centers in Edmonds. Of the two, centers are larger while hubs are smaller. The City took into account various criteria when locating these areas, including: • Redevelopable parcels within the City boundaries as outlined in the 2021 Snohomish County Buildable Lands Report (Snohomish County 2021 • Existing mixed use and multifamily land use designated areas • Existing transit corridors • Exclusion of activity centers • Overlaying critical areas Additionally, the selection process considered the PSRC displacement risk mapping, which identifies neighborhoods at higher risk of displacement. This mapping includes both residents and businesses, with the majority of Edmonds being categorized as low risk. Figure 2.3 City of Edmonds Existing Activity Centers (2015 update to Comprehensive Plan) Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center Medical/ Highway 99 Activity Center 8.2.d Packet Pg. 112 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) 44 CITY OF EDMONDS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN | 2024 Both Centers and Hubs are underutilized areas with existing commercial and multi family units targeted for redevelopment to align with community goals and enhance the public realm. They feature a mix of retail and commercial businesses and benefit from good multimodal access, including existing transit services. These are key nodes with the potential for strong multimodal connectivity, including transit services. Some of the Key characteristics of the neighborhood centers and hubs are • Commercial and Mixed Use: Provide a mix of retail, commercial, and services to a variety of areas in the City. Hubs offer a relatively small scale retail/commercial businesses and mixed use developments compared to centers. • Complementary Uses: Enable compact building forms, providing the ability to accomplish many daily tasks without a car. • Vibrant: Create a town-center atmosphere, with larger open spaces and walkable streetscapes. • Public Realm: Offer opportunities for public art and areas for festivals and other civic activities. • Range of Housing Choices: Enable housing options for current and future residents of Edmonds, including senior- and family-oriented mid rise and mixed-use multifamily buildings. • Transit Accessible: Conveniently located with solid transit access. Positioned to ensure good multimodal access, including existing transit services Neighborhood Centers Neighborhood centers leverage already established mixed commercial areas to accommodate additional growth, while providing amenities, services, and economic activity closer to mature residential neighborhoods. Centers permit a wide range of building types and will offer the ability to accomplish daily tasks without a car to large sectors of the city. Centers are active with larger public open spaces, and walkable streetscapes. Centers will include amenities such as public art and areas for street markets, festivals, and other civic activities. Housing in centers includes senior and family- oriented mid-rise and mixed-use multifamily buildings. The addition of housing to centers will help build a customer base for local businesses to thrive. This approach to neighborhood centers leaves open the potential for each center to respond and grow within its unique context, working in coordination with other activity centers to best serve community needs. Neighborhood Hubs Neighborhood hubs are smaller focal points within the city, bringing neighborhood serving retail, amenities, and services within proximity to residents. “Third places” such as local coffee shops and bookstores for neighborhood gathering and connection can be located here. Hubs will offer small scale open spaces that primarily serve the surrounding neighborhood with improved pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Housing choices available in hubs such as townhomes and apartments allow seniors to stay in their community, and young families to start out. 8.2.d Packet Pg. 113 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n ) EVERYONE’S EDMONDS: LAND USE 45 Figure 2.4 City of Edmonds: Locations of Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Neighborhood Centers Neighborhood Hubs 8.2.d Packet Pg. 114 At t a c h m e n t : 2 4 1 2 1 2 _ E d m o n d s F i n a l C o m p P l a n _ V 2 ( A d o p t i o n o f C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n )