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2026-04-14 Council PacketEdmonds City Council Agenda April 14, 2026 Page 1 Agenda Edmonds City Council Regular Meeting Council Chambers 250 5TH AVE NORTH, EDMONDS, WA 98020 ZOOM: HTTPS://ZOOM.US/J/95798484261 PHONE: +1 253 215 8782 MEETING ID: 957 9848 4261 APRIL 14, 2026, 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE 2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT 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. PRESENTATION 1. Proclamation of Earth Day 2026 Only One Reading Required – Mayor's Office (5 minutes) 2. 2025 Public Defender's Office Annual Report Only One Reading Required – Human Resources (20 minutes) 3. Mayor’s Finance Update – Mayor’s Office (5 minutes) 6. 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 attending via Zoom, raise a virtual hand to be recognized. If using a phone to dial in, press *9 to raise a hand. When prompted, press *6 to unmute. 7. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. Claim for Damages for filing 2. Written Public Comments 3. Tree Code Update Progress Report Edmonds City Council Agenda April 14, 2026 Page 2 8. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes Only One Reading Required 2. Approval of PSA for Phase 14 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project Second Reading 3. Reclassification of HR Assistant Second Reading 4. Unfund (2) WWTP Operators, Add (2) WWTP Supervisors Second Reading 5. Approval of claim checks. Only One Reading Required 6. Update to Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) By-Laws Second Reading 7. Legal Assessment Committee Proposed Work Plan First Reading 8. Budget Amendment April 2026 (Second Reading) Second Reading 9. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Interim Ordinance No. 4389 - Six Month Extension Only One Reading Required – Planning and Development Services (30 minutes) 10. COUNCIL BUSINESS 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS 12. MAYOR'S COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT For disability accommodations, materials in alternate formats, accessibility information, or language interpretation/ translation needs, please contact the City Clerk at 425-775-2525 at your earliest opportunity. Providing at least 72-hour notice will help ensure availability. City Council Agenda Item 5.1 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Proclamation of Earth Day 2026 (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Mayor's Office PRESENTER:Mayor Mike Rosen NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Mayor Rosen will read a proclamation concerning Earth Day 2026. Receiving the proclamation is Bill Derry, President of the Pilchuck Audubon Society and member of the leadership team for the Edmonds Marsh Estuary Advocates (the Marshians). BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: N/A CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: N/A RECOMMENDATION: Mayor Rosen will read a proclamation concerning Earth Day 2026. Receiving the proclamation is Bill Derry, President of the Pilchuck Audubon Society and member of the leadership team for the Edmonds Marsh Estuary Advocates (the Marshians). BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: Earth Day was founded in 1970 as a day of education about environmental issues. Earth Day 2026 will occur on Tuesday, April 22.   Item 5.1       Packet pg. 3/276 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Proclamation of Earth Day 2026   Item 5.1       Packet pg. 4/276   Item 5.1       Packet pg. 5/276 City Council Agenda Item 5.2 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:2025 Public Defender's Office Annual Report (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Human Resources PRESENTER:Kathleen Kyle, Snohomish County Public Defender Association NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:N/A BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The City contracts for public defender services with Snohomish County Public Defender Association (SCPDA). Each year, SCPDA provides a presentation and an annual report to City Council. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Snohomish County Public Defender’s Association is presenting the prior year’s services. The 2025 Annual Report and presentation slides are attached. RECOMMENDATION: N/A BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: Snohomish County Public Defeder’s Association presents annually on services provided to the City of Edmonds. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: 2025 SCPDA Annual Report 2025 SCPDA Year End Report Presentation   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 6/276 Snohomish County Public Defender Association 2722 Colby Avenue, Suite 200 • Everett, WA 98201-3527 Phone: 425-339-6300 • Fax: 425-339-6363 • www.snocopda.org This is the 2025 Annual Report of the Snohomish County Public Defender Association (SCPDA) to the City of Edmonds. Quality Representation SCPDA’s mission is to provide the highest quality of representation for people facing loss of liberty pursuant to civil and criminal laws and who cannot afford to hire an attorney. We serve an indigent population. In Edmonds, the services provided are solely criminal defense services. Edmonds Municipal Court conducts a financial screening to determine eligibility to be appointed a SCPDA public defender. In 2025, at the start of the year, the public defenders assigned to Edmonds Municipal Court were Zoe Shields, Michael Yussuf-Mounthault and Lily Parker. Sabreena Zavala rotated into the unit in July. New attorney Jacob Smith rotated in August 2025 and experienced attorney Paolo Georgiades was added in October 2025. They were supervised by attorney Dustin Drenguis. Mr. Drenguis is the second supervisor who provides firsthand experience. He practiced in Edmonds Municipal Court in 2016. The team was also supported by Legal Secretary Megan Marlett and Client Advocate Tammy Avila. SCPDA mission is guided by Indigent Defense Standards adopted by the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA). The WSBA standards were updated in 2024. In 2025, the Washington State Supreme Court issued several court orders which adopted new caseload   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 7/276 2025 Annual Report – Page 2 maximums and permitted up to ten years to implement. Other resources that guide quality public defense include the Performance Guidelines for Criminal Defense Performance, Washington statutes, case law, court rules, WSBA Rules of Professional Conduct, and American Bar Association publications.1 SCPDA produces monthly reports for the City of Edmonds Public Defender Assessor, Bob Boruchowitz. Mr. Boruchowitz conducts an independent assessment of SCPDA services based on the monthly reports and conference calls, his own court observations, interviewing Judge Weiss, as well as listening to audio recordings of court hearings. SCPDA staff includes attorneys, administrative professionals, client advocates, IT professionals, investigators, and social workers. Public Defender Assignments In 2025, Edmonds Municipal Court appointed SCPDA as counsel in 574 pre-trial cases and 46 probation-only credits. The top charges included third degree theft, domestic violence related charges, DUI, possession of controlled substance, and criminal trespass. SCPDA conducted four jury trials. SCPDA defenders provided active, meaningful representation consistent with the principles recognized in Wilbur v. City of Mount Vernon. During the year, SCPDA attorneys initiated 89 defense investigation requests, 35 immigration consultations, 17 social worker requests, and 26 client advocate requests. SCPDA consulted interpreter services 124 times and in-house language services 81 times. Together, these efforts reflect a defense practice 1 Hyperlinks for reference materials: standards-for-indigent-defense-services_2024.09.07_final.pdf Microsoft Word - bog approved guidelines sept 2020.docx ABA Ten Principles of a Public Defense Delivery System   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 8/276 2025 Annual Report – Page 3 grounded in independent advocacy, client-centered representation, and holistic defense practices. Current Challenges SCPDA is planning for the implementation of the 2023 National Public Defender Workload Study. SCPDA is confident in its recruitment strategies and attorney retention, so long as SCPDA continues to make progress to manage sustainable workloads. The Washington State Legislature did not significantly improve state funding for public defense. This is a critical time to not step away from commitment to constitutionally adequate representation, sustainable caseloads, and the resources necessary for defenders to provide effective assistance of counsel. Maintaining this commitment ensures that attorneys have the time, support, and investigation capacity required to meet professional standards and to protect the rights of the people they represent. The City of Edmonds entered into an agreement to book people charged with crimes in Edmonds Municipal Court into the Lynnwood Jail. This agreement will increase workloads with five (5) additional court calendars per week. The total number of afternoon calendars will increase to 10, doubling the number of court calendars. These changes are anticipated to significantly increase the amount of time attorneys spend in court. The grant that funded SCPDA’s civil legal aid program ended. SCPDA continues to apply for additional grant funds. The original grant added client advocate services to SCPDA, as well as provided funding to collaborate with Partners For Justice (PFJ), a   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 9/276 2025 Annual Report – Page 4 nationwide network of client advocates.2 SCPDA hosts two client advocate fellowships, which are scheduled to end on June 30, 2026. Public defender client advocates, as well as social workers, identify the root causes of a person’s criminal legal involvement and work to connect clients with resources like housing, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, medical care, employment services, and basic needs resources. They explore and advocate for alternatives to incarceration that allow people to remain in the community with their families, housed, employed, and able to access treatment that meets their needs. Client advocates empower clients to engage in the court process, develop person-centered strategies to resolve their court matters, and reconnect with family and community support. They also build community connections, collaborating with community organizations, treatment providers, and housing programs. SCPDA is going to continue to offer client advocate services through a grant from the Washington State Office of Public Defense (State OPD). The limited grant from State OPD will support SCPDA bringing client advocate services in house on a smaller scale and narrow scope. The client advocate staffing will reduce from 2.0 FTE to .5 FTE, organization wide. The State OPD grant is directed solely at people charged with drug possession. This will maintain or improve client advocate services for Edmonds Municipal Court, due to the scope of the grant and client needs. The State OPD grant is timely to keep the client advocate program and meet the current needs. In 2021, the Washington State Supreme Court held that Washington’s drug 2 Learn more about PFJ on its website: Partners for Justice   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 10/276 2025 Annual Report – Page 5 possession law, which did not require knowledge, was unconstitutional. Starting July 1, 2023, knowingly possessing a controlled substance was deemed criminal as a gross misdemeanor. A common occurrence is that a police officer identifies a person as having an arrest warrant, oftentimes for a case not charged in Edmonds Municipal Court. The search incident to the arrest reveals simple drug possession. This is resulting in a criminal charge. Edmonds Police Department is not referring individuals to LEAD, Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion. Instead, an arrest or criminal citation is issued. This would be an alternative to prosecution in a harm reduction model. The LEAD program connects the person to a social worker who offers care and services.3 When individuals with behavioral health and housing issues are cycled through the criminal legal system, it burdens the court system, does not address the health conditions of vulnerable individuals, and leaves community members frustrated by the results. LEAD’s work aims to focus on establishing a relationship with the individual and offer opportunities for incremental behavior change rather than demand abstinence to access care. The program is designed to defer cases from the criminal legal system and thereby reduce public defender workloads. Public defenders see the consequences of limited use of diversion programs and community-based services reflected directly in their caseloads. When systems lack accessible treatment, housing, behavioral health services, and restorative alternatives, the criminal legal system remains the default response to issues that are fundamentally social, medical, or economic in nature. As a result, defenders frequently represent individuals whose legal 3 Snohomish County LEAD 2024 Annual Report   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 11/276 2025 Annual Report – Page 6 involvement is closely tied to unmet needs such as trauma responsive treatment, disability support, housing, and medical treatment. Addiction, physical and mental disabilities, violence, and nonviolence occur in all spaces no matter how rich or poor. And yet, criminal prosecutions disproportionately impact people experiencing generational or episodic poverty, people of color, and women. These disparities are well documented. The 2021 How Gender and Race Affect Justice Now report, produced by the Washington Gender and Justice Commission, highlighted how race, gender, and economic inequity intersection to shape who experiences criminal prosecution, incarceration, and system involvement. The full report is linked to the footnote below.4 SCPDA is a learning organization. SCPDA strives to continuously reflect on its practices, listen to the experiences of defenders, and adapt its work to better meet the needs of the people it serves. SCPDA recognizes that effective advocacy requires more than legal knowledge alone. Public defense work requires cultural competency, humility, and curiosity. In 2025, SCPDA offered several training courses related to trauma responsiveness, both to clients and defenders. SCPDA is working to understand how trauma impacts individuals, families, and communities, and seeks to respond in ways that promote safety, trust, and dignity. In 2026, SCPDA is focusing on learning more about Disability Justice. Defenders want to learn how to intentionally address barriers faced by people with disabilities, particularly those who are also impacted by poverty, racism, and criminalization. SCPDA aims to build practices and relationships that are inclusive and responsive to the full humanity of every person. 4 GJ_Study_Pilot_DVMRT.pdf (wa.gov)   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 12/276 2025 SCPDA  ANNUAL  REPORT   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 13/276 MEET THE DEFENDERS Dino Smith Attorney Zoe Shields Attorney  Megan Marlett Legal Secretary Lily Parker Attorney Sabreena Zavala Attorney Paolo Georgiades Attorney Michael Yussuf- Mounthault Attorney Tammy Avila Client Advocate Along with a team of social workers and investigators   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 14/276 WORKLOAD YEAR IN REVIEW   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 15/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 16/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 17/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 18/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 19/276 OtherOther Workload Workload Measures Measures §90 Investigator Requests §35 Immigration Consultations §17 Social Worker Assignments §26 Client Advocate Assignments §28 Motions §101 Stipulated Orders of Continuances (SOC) §317 Warrants §250 Dismissals §0 Client Complaints Filed   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 20/276 2025  SCPDA PROGRAMMING Ø 56 Continuing Legal Education Classes Ø 6 SCPDA Coffee Breaks Ø 12 Anti-racism Committee Meetings Ø 14 team members support in-house language services Ø1,009 In-house language requests completed (Spanish, Russian, & Ukrainian), 81 from the Edmonds Team Ø124 Interpreter requests completed Ø 4 Defenders attended the National Association Public Defense Racial Justice Conference.   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 21/276 CURRENT CHALLENGES   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 22/276 IMPLEMENTATION OF  NEW WORKLOAD  STANDARDS Several Washington State Supreme Court Orders issued in 2025.   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 23/276 TEN-YEAR PLAN Implementation Year Year Attorney Staffing 0 2025 2.75 1 2026 3.75 2 2027 4 3 2028 4.25 4 2029 4.5 5 2030 5 6 2031 5.5 7 2032 6 8 2033 6.75 9 2034 7.5 10 2035 8.5 12   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 24/276 SYSTEM DESIGN Intent versus Impact   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 25/276 Ci t a t i o n Ci t a t i o n Arrest Fi r s t A p p e a r a n c e Bail No n - A p p e a r a n c e i n C o u r t Bench Warrant/Bail Amount Set Gu i l t y F i n d i n g SentenceSentence Pr o b a t i o n Nonappearance Nonappearance with probationwith probation Violation of Violation of probation probation conditioncondition LIFE OF A MISDEMEANOR  CASE Jail at any stage   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 26/276 WHAT IS  THE  IMPACT  OF JAIL? Inefficient spending: It costs taxpayer dollars to enforce, prosecute, and defend people charged with misdemeanors. Increased unemployment: People we want to be employed cannot get to work and cannot stayed employed. Leads to housing instability: Discrimination against people with criminal records in housing applications. Does not increase safety: The consequence of jail results from a warrant issued at a nonappearance.   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 27/276 SCPDA INITIATIVES   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 28/276 2026 FOCUS ON DISABILITY  JUSTICE PREVALENCE OF DISABILITY IN PRISONS AND JAILS Nationally approximately 30% of people in state prison, and more than 40% in jails identify as having a disability. In 2022, 70% of the people in Washington State Department of Corrections solitary units were identified as having a disability. The Washington TBI Council reports that 72% of folks in Washington prisons have a Traumatic Brain Injury. 3/17/2026 17   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 29/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 30/276   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 31/276 THANK YOU! Kathleen Kyle    Dustin Drenguis  Executive Director  Supervisor kkyle@snocopda.org ddrenguis@snocopda.org SCPDA website:   www.snocopda.org   Item 5.2       Packet pg. 32/276 City Council Agenda Item 7.1 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Claim for Damages for filing (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:NA NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Acknowledge receipt of claims for damages. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: New claims for damages were received for filing. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Theresa Hollis Madrona Lane ($140.99) Jean Holtrop 93rd Pl W ($140.99) RECOMMENDATION: Acknowledge receipt of claims for damages. BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 33/276 ATTACHMENTS: claim for damages – hollis, theresa – for council claim for damages – holtrop, jean – for council   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 34/276   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 35/276   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 36/276   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 37/276   Item 7.1       Packet pg. 38/276 City Council Agenda Item 7.2 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Written Public Comments (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:City Council Office PRESENTER:Teresa Simanton NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Acknowledge receipt of written public comments submitted through the comment portal. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Public comments as submitted through the public comment portal via the City’s website. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: All community comments submitted through the comment portal will be published in the agenda packet of the following regular meeting. Attached are the public comments submitted through the portal from March 11 – April 9, 2026. RECOMMENDATION: Acknowledge receipt of written public comments submitted through the comment portal. BUDGET IMPACTS: None ITEM HISTORY: Here are the public comments as submitted through the portal from March 11 – April 9, 2026. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Written public comments for the Regular Meeting on April 14, 2026.   Item 7.2       Packet pg. 39/276 Online Form 2026-03-20 02:34 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 3/20/2026 5:34:19 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Scott LastName Iceberg Email CityOfResidence Orcas AgendaTopic Luke Distelhorst Comments Luke Distelhorst, a government official, for the City of Edmonds, and a government official for the Housing Authority of Snohomish County, is a DOUCHEBAG, AND A PIECE OF SHIT. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21231701&contextId=18452053&returnt o=submissions Online Form 2026-03-23 05:34 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 3/23/2026 8:34:52 AM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName JOHN LastName MARTIN Email CityOfResidence Mountlake Terrace AgendaTopic Youth Activity Account Resolution of the City of Edmonds -- proposed. Comments Edmonds City Council City Council Offices 121 5th Ave N. Edmonds, WA 98020 425-771-0248 council@edmondswa.gov Written comments submitted for the Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Regular   Item 7.2       Packet pg. 40/276 Edmonds City Council Meeting. Dear City of Edmonds Councilmembers, Please give the proposed Youth Activity Account Resolution serious consideration: Youth Activity Account Resolution of the City of Edmonds -- proposed. Whereas parks funded by Youth Activity Account in Edmonds include Edmonds Civic Center Playfield and Meadowdale Beach Park in Edmonds. Whereas the Edmonds Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan guides the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the city's parks, trails, and cultural facilities. Whereas Edmonds is a charming and welcoming city with safe streets, parks, climate resiliency, and access to the natural beauty of our community. Whereas citizens of Edmonds share parks funded by the Youth Activity Account throughout the community, including Evergreen Playfield and Tennis Courts in Mountlake Terrace and South Lynnwood Park and Meadowdale Playfields in Lynnwood. We encourage the Everett City Council to find new means to fund the new professional Stadium in downtown Everett other than funds from the Youth Activity Account. - end resolution - Thank you. Best Regards, John E. Martin Mountlake Terrace 425-361-2854 J To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21232167&contextId=18452053&ret urnto=submissions Online Form 2026-04-05 10:44 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 4/5/2026 1:44:31 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Garth LastName Hanke Email CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Sign mistakes   Item 7.2       Packet pg. 41/276 Comments The sign on 220th west of Winco has the arrows pointing the wrong way to the international district and the Mtlkt transit center This comment portion won’t let me add photos To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21248253&contextId=18452053&returnt o=submissions   Item 7.2       Packet pg. 42/276 City Council Agenda Item 7.3 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Tree Code Update Progress Report (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development Services PRESENTER:Brad Shipley NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Informational BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):0 ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The purpose of this memo is to keep Council informed as the work progresses and to identify the major policy questions taking shape in advance of a future recommendation. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: N/A RECOMMENDATION: Informational BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – Tree Code Update – Progress Report   Item 7.3       Packet pg. 43/276 MEMORANDUM April 14, 2026 To: Mayor and City Council From: Brad Shipley, Planning Manager Deb Powers, Urban Forest Planner Subject: Tree Code Update – Progress Report This memo provides City Council with an update on the 2026 tree code update, summarizes key policy issues under development, and identifies major milestones ahead. Current Status The Planning Board resumed review of the 2023 tree code update at its January 14 meeting. Staff reintroduced the project scope, noted that the interim ordinance would require a public hearing by the end of April if the City wished to consider an extension, and explained that the Planning Board’s work would be informed by both public feedback received in 2023 and input from a 2026 focus group, which began meeting on February 12. Early discussion identified several major policy areas for Board consideration, including a citywide canopy goal, regulation of tree removal on private property, treatment of landmark trees, and potential code cleanup or reorganization. At its January 28 meeting, the Planning Board discussed the broader policy framework for the update. Topics included the purpose of the tree code, the need for clearer and more objective standards, and the role of a measurable canopy goal. The Board reviewed data showing approximately 32.4 percent citywide canopy cover and generally expressed support for increasing canopy over time rather than maintaining current conditions. The Board also emphasized the need for clearer terminology and more user-friendly standards. At the February 25 meeting, the Planning Board provided preliminary direction supporting a citywide canopy goal of 35 percent within 10 years, while maintaining at least the current 32.4 percent canopy cover in the interim. The Board also supported moving toward species-specific landmark tree thresholds rather than a single citywide diameter standard. In addition, the Board discussed potential improvements to code organization and cross-references to make the regulations easier to administer. At the March 11 meeting, the Board continued its discussion of definitions and implementation details. Topics included landmark size tree thresholds, refinement of hazard and nuisance tree terminology, methods for measuring multi-trunk trees, and qualification standards for professionals preparing tree-related documents. The Board provided direction for refinement of draft code language, with those provisions to return later as part of a more complete draft. At the March 25 meeting, the Board discussed policy options for regulating tree removal unrelated to development. Discussion focused on the overall structure and level of complexity the code should   Item 7.3       Packet pg. 44/276 employ, including possible removal allowances, permit thresholds, replacement requirements, and whether property size should factor into those standards. Tree removals without associated development is the most significant policy area still under development. Focus Group Input to Date In parallel with Planning Board review, staff convened a focus group to provide input on selected policy topics before draft code is prepared for Board consideration. The February 12 focus group discussion addressed canopy cover, code organization, and definitions. The March 10 discussion focused on tree removal unrelated to development and highlighted both areas of alignment and areas of tension. Participants generally supported a hierarchy that prioritizes retention first, followed by on-site replacement, off-site replacement, and financial alternatives only as a last resort. The group also expressed interest in a tree density credit framework to better relate removals and replacements to tree size and site conditions, while cautioning that any such system must remain understandable and administratively workable. Participants also emphasized that any permit or notification process should be simple, equitable, and practical to administer. Current Direction and Remaining Policy Work The Planning Board has provided sufficient preliminary direction on several topics for staff to begin assembling draft code language for future Board review. This includes code intent and purpose, better alignment with industry standards, legally defensible code language, landmark tree size thresholds, and several definitions and administrative concepts. The principal policy area still being worked is how to regulate tree removal on private property when no development is proposed. This includes evaluation of potential removal and whether a removal allowance tree density credit approach is appropriate. Staff is also continuing to assess code organization and implementation, including whether tree regulations should remain in multiple code sections with improved cross-references or be more fully consolidated. Coordination with legal counsel, Public Works, and other affected departments has already begun to consider opportunities for code reorganization. Upcoming Schedule and Key Dates Based on the current project schedule, the following milestones are anticipated. All dates remain subject to change as the work progresses. April 14: Public hearing required if the City wishes to extend the interim ordinance prohibiting removal of landmark trees. April 22: Planning Board meeting to continue discussion of tree removals unrelated to development. May 13: Planning Board meeting on tree retention and replacement requirements associated with development, including landmark trees (DBH not final), fee-in-lieu options, and tree protection measures. A corresponding focus group meeting is also planned but has not been scheduled yet.   Item 7.3       Packet pg. 45/276 May 27: Planning Board meeting to continue development-related tree retention and replacement topics, including fee-in-lieu caps, conservation subdivision issues, and required landscaping. June 10: Planning Board meeting on additional code topics, including maintenance assurance, emergency removals, violations, liability, street trees, and Tree Fund issues. A related focus group meeting is also anticipated. June 10: Council Committee study session / project status briefing. June 22: Planning Board public hearing. Closing The tree code update has progressed from project framing into development of draft policy and code language. The Planning Board has already provided preliminary direction on several foundational topics, including canopy goals and landmark tree standards. The next phase of work will continue to focus on private property removals, development-related retention and replacement requirements, code organization, and implementation details. Staff will continue refining options through Planning Board meetings and stakeholder input before forwarding formal recommendations to Council for review at the August 4 City Council study session.   Item 7.3       Packet pg. 46/276 6 2 9 City Council Agenda Item 8.1 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:City Clerk's Office PRESENTER:Luke Lonie, City Clerk NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approve the minutes of the April 7, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting, the April 8, 2026 Study Session. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: N/A CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: N/A RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes of the April 7, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting, the April 8, 2026 Study Session. BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026-04-07 Council Meeting Minutes Draft 2. 2026-04-08 Study Session Minutes Draft   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 47/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 07, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Regular Meeting Action Minutes April 07, 2026 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Rosen, Mayor Michelle Dotsch, Council President Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director Lisa Takach, Human Resources Director RaeAnn Duarte, Human Resources Manager Mike DeLilla, City Engineer Richard Gould, Finance Director Jeff Taraday, City Attorney Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Mayor Rosen in the Council Chambers, 250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually. The meeting was opened with the flag salute. 2.LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT 3.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA. Councilmember Chen removed item 8.4, Jacobs Engineering Professional Services Agreement – WWTP Carbon Recovery Project Support and Training, and placed it under Council Business. COUNCILMEMBER DOTSCH MOVED TO ADD AN EXECUTIVE SESSION PRIOR TO COUNCIL BUSINESS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4.ROLL CALL City Clerk Lonie called the roll. All elected officials were present except for Councilmember Eck MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER ECK   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 48/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 07, 2026 Page 2 MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5.PRESENTATION 1.Proclamation of Local News Day - April 9, 2026 Only One Reading Required – Mayor's Office (5 minutes) Mayor Rosen read the proclamation for Local News Day. 2.Mayor’s Finance Update – Mayor’s Office (5 minutes) Mayor Rosen provided a brief finance update. 6.AUDIENCE COMMENTS The following community member(s) provided audience comment: 1. John Martin – Commented on the construction of a professional baseball stadium in Everett. 7.RECEIVED FOR FILING 1.Claim for Damages for filing First Reading 2.Planning Board Quarterly Report (Q1, 2026) First Reading 8.APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA COUNCIL PRESIDENT DOTSCH MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: 1.Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes Only One Reading Required 2.Approval of claim checks and wire payments. Only One Reading Required 3.Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. Only One Reading Required 9.EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION PER RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 49/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 07, 2026 Page 3 Mayor Rosen announced the Council would convene in executive session to discuss pending or potential litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for approximately 10 minutes. 10.COUNCIL BUSINESS 1.Jacobs Engineering Professional Services Agreement – WWTP Carbon Recovery Project Support and Training Only One Reading Required COUNCILMEMBER DOTSCH MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JACOBS ENGINEERING AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2.Reclassification of HR Assistant First Reading – Human Resources Lisa Takach, Human Resources Director, and RaeAnn Duarte, Human Resources Manager, presented a request to reclassify the Human Resources assistant to accurately reflect the work performed in that position. COUNCILMEMBER NAND MOVED TO PLACE THE REQUEST TO RECLASSIFY THE HR ASSISTANT TO HR ANALYSIS ON THE APRIL 14, THE 2026 CONSENT AGENDA. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 3.Presentation of PSA for Phase 14 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project First Reading – Engineering Mike DeLilla, City Engineer, presented on the professional services agreement for the phase 14 sewer replacement and rehabilitation. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED TO PLACE THIS ITEM ON A FUTURE CONSENT AGENDA. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4.Defund (2) WWTP Operators, Add (2) WWTP Supervisors First Reading – Public Works and Utilities Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director, presented the request to reclassify two wastewater treatment plant operator positions into two wastewater treatment plant supervisor positions. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED TO REQUEST THE DEFUNDING OF TWO WWTP OPERATOR POSITIONS, ADD TWO WWTP SUPERVISOR POSITIONS, AND   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 50/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 07, 2026 Page 4 APPROVE THE CORRESPONDING JOB DESCRIPTIONS AS PART OF THE APRIL 14, 2026 CONSENT AGENDA. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5.Budget Amendment April 2026 Second Reading – Finance Richard Gould, Finance Director, provided a brief overview of the proposed budget amendment. COUNCILMEMBER CHEN MOVED TO BRING THIS BUDGET AMENDMENT BACK ON THE APRIL 14TH CONSENT AGENDA, INCLUDING THE TBD. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6.Opioid Settlement Participation Form for Six (6) Remnant Defendants Only One Reading Required – Finance Richard Gould, Finance Director, provided background into the opioid settlement which resulted in the available funds. COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED TO APPROVE THE MAYOR'S SIGNATURE ON AND THE FILING WITH THE STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE, THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT G FOR THE SIX REMNANT DEFENDANTS COMBINED SUBDIVISION PARTICIPATION AND RELEASE FORM, WHICH IS REQUIRED FOR THIS NEW SETTLEMENT. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 11.EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION PER RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) Mayor Rosen announced the Council would convene in executive session to discuss pending or potential litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for approximately 1 hour. The executive session was extended until 8:01 pm. 12.RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION The meeting reconvened in open session at 8:01. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED TO VOLUNTARILY DISMISS THE CITY'S LUPA COUNTERPETITION AND THE REDELFS MATTER.   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 51/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Regular Meeting April 07, 2026 Page 5 THE MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER PAINE DISSENTING. 13.COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmembers commented on various topics. 14.MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Rosen provided comments. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 pm.   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 52/276 Edmonds City Council Minutes Study Session April 08, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Study Session Meeting Minutes April 08, 2026 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Michelle Dotsch, Council President Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER The Edmonds Council Study Session was called to order virtually and in the City Council Conference Room, 121 – 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, at 3:00 pm by Council President Dotsch. 2.STUDY SESSION ITEMS 1.Robert’s Rules of Order Presentation Only One Reading Required – City Clerk's Office Luke Lonie, City Clerk, presented on Robert’s Rules of Order’s guidelines on motions. 2.Proposal for Coffee with Council First Reading – City Council Office Councilmember Olson reviewed the results of a councilmember survey regarding council outreach strategies. 3.ITEMS FOR FUTURE CONSENT 1.Update to Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) By-Laws First Reading – Community Services and Economic Development ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 3:59 pm.   Item 8.1       Packet pg. 53/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.2 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval of PSA for Phase 14 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Engineering PRESENTER:Mike De Lilla NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:I move to approve the contract for the design of the Phase 14 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project with Kimley-Horn in the amount of $419,900. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:419,900 ☒ Approved in Budget Fund(s):423 ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Aging, damaged, and failing sewer pipes identified in the 2013 Comprehensive Sewer System Plan dated August 2013 with input from Public Works maintenance crews have been identified to be rehabilitated or replaced as part of the City’s annual sewer capital program. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The City issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) in November 2025 to hire a consultant to provide design engineering services for the Phase 14 and 15 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Projects. The City received statements of qualifications (SOQ’s) from four engineering firms. The SOQ’s were evaluated based on the consultants Project Approach, Related Experience of Firms on Team, Qualifications of Proposed Project Manager, Expertise of Key Staff (Prime and Sub Consultants), and References/Past Performance. Based on this selection criteria and subsequent interviews, the most qualified consultant, Kimley-Horn was selected due to their experience working on projects of similar size and complexity, as well as their expertise with rehabilitation and replacement projects. The design for the Phase 14 Sewer Rehabilitation Project is expected to be complete by Winter 2026, with construction expected to begin in Spring of 2027. When construction design services are required for the Phase 15 Sewer Replacement Project, a separate scope and fee will be drafted winter 2026 for design services and submitted to City Council for approval. In total, the Phase 14 and 15 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Projects have identified   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 54/276 approximately 6,900 feet of sanitary sewer main and appurtenances in need of rehabilitation/replacement. The Phase 14 Sewer Rehabilitation Project will rehabilitate, with cured in place pipe, approximately 6,100 linear feet of sewer main. Also, due to the complexities of the Phase 15 sites, the Phase 14 PSA scope includes data gathering and preliminary 30% design for the Phase 15 sewer replacement/repair project sites. This is being done to better define the Phase 15 PSA contract that will be submitted to City Council in the future for approval. RECOMMENDATION: I move to approve the contract for the design of the Phase 14 Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project with Kimley-Horn in the amount of $419,900. BUDGET IMPACTS: Per the attached negotiated scope of services, the cost to complete the scoped Phase 14 PSA is $419,900. This includes various management reserve items totaling $40,000 which will be dependent on the existing utility and site conditions and may not need to be expended. All project costs will be funded by the 423 Sewer Utility Fund. ITEM HISTORY: April 7, 2026, staff presented item to Council. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – Agreement   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 55/276 CITY OF EDMONDS 121 5TH AVENUE NORTH · EDMONDS, WA 98020 · 425-771-0220 · WWW.EDMONDSWA.GOV PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT | ENGINEERING DIVISION MIKE ROSEN MAYOR 1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into between the City of Edmonds, hereinafter referred to as the “City,” and Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc., hereinafter referred to as the “Consultant.” WHEREAS, the City desires to engage the professional services and assistance of a consulting firm to provide engineering services with respect to the Phase 14 Sewer Rehabilitation and Replacement Projects; and WHEREAS, the Consultant has the necessary skills and experience, and desires to provide such services to the City; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits accruing, it is agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows: 1. Scope of work. The scope of work shall include all services and material necessary to accomplish the above-mentioned objectives in accordance with the Scope of Work that is marked as Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 2. Payments. The Consultant shall be paid by the City for completed work for services rendered under this Agreement as provided hereinafter. Such payment shall be full compensation for work performed or services rendered and for all labor, materials, supplies, equipment and incidentals necessary to complete the work. A. Payment for work accomplished under the terms of this Agreement shall be on a time and expense basis as set forth in Exhibit A; provided, in no event shall the payment for work performed pursuant to this Agreement exceed the sum of FOUR HUNDRED NINETEEN THOUSAND AND NINE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($419,900.00). B. All vouchers shall be submitted by the Consultant to the City for payment pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. The City shall pay the appropriate amount for each voucher to the Consultant within 30 days of receipt of Consultant's voucher. The Consultant may submit vouchers to the City monthly during the progress of the work for payment of completed phases of the project. Billings shall be reviewed in conjunction with the City’s warrant process. No billing shall be considered for payment that has not been submitted to the City three (3) days prior to the scheduled cut-off date. Such late vouchers will be checked by the City and payment will be made in the next regular payment cycle. C. The costs records and accounts pertaining to this Agreement are to be kept available for inspection by representatives of the City for a period of three (3) years after final payment. Copies shall be made available upon request.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 56/276 2 3. Ownership and use of documents. All research, tests, surveys, preliminary data, reports, and any and all other work product prepared or gathered by the Consultant in preparation for the services rendered by the Consultant under this Agreement shall be and are the property of the Consultant, provided, however, that: A. All final reports, presentations, documentation and testimony prepared by the Consultant shall become the property of the City upon their presentation to and acceptance by the City and shall at that date become the property of the City. B. The City shall have the right, upon reasonable request, to inspect, review and copy any work product during normal office hours. Documents prepared under this Agreement and in the possession of the Consultant may be subject to public records request and release under Chapter 42.56 RCW. C. In the event that the Consultant shall default on this Agreement, or in the event that this Agreement shall be terminated prior to its completion as herein provided, the work product of the Consultant, along with a summary of work done to date of default or termination, shall become the property of the City and tender of the work product and summary shall be a prerequisite to final payment under this Agreement. The summary of work done shall be prepared at no additional cost. 4. Time of performance. The Consultant shall perform the work authorized by this Agreement promptly in accordance with the receipt of the required governmental approvals. Times for performance shall be extended as necessary for delays or suspensions due to circumstances that the Consultant does not control. 5. Indemnification / Hold harmless agreement. The Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers harmless from and shall process and defend at its own expense any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses, demands, or suits at law or equity arising in whole or in part from the negligent acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant in the performance of this Agreement, or breach of any of its obligations under this Agreement, except for injuries and damages caused by the sole negligence of the City. Should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement is subject to RCW 4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or damages to property caused by or resulting from the concurrent negligence of the Consultant and the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, the Consultant’s liability, including the duty and cost to defend, hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Consultant’s negligence. The Consultant shall comply with all applicable sections of the applicable Ethics laws, including RCW 42.23, which is the Code of Ethics for regulating contract interest by municipal officers. The Consultant specifically assumes potential liability for actions brought by the Consultant’s own employees against the City and, solely for the purpose of this indemnification and defense, the Consultant specifically waives any immunity under the state industrial insurance law, Title 51 RCW. This waiver has been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 57/276 3 6. General and professional liability insurance. The Consultant shall obtain and keep in force during the term of this Agreement, or as otherwise required, the following insurance with companies or through sources approved by the State Insurance Commissioner pursuant to Title 48 RCW. Insurance Coverage A. Worker’s compensation and employer’s liability insurance as required by the State. B. Commercial general liability and property damage insurance in an aggregate amount not less than two million dollars ($2,000,000) for bodily injury, including death and property damage. The per occurrence amount shall be written with limits no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000). C. Vehicle liability insurance for any automobile used in an amount not less than a one million dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit. D. Professional liability insurance in the amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000). Excepting the Worker’s Compensation Insurance and Professional Liability Insurance secured by the Consultant, the City will be named on all policies as an additional insured. The Consultant shall furnish the City with verification of insurance and endorsements required by the Agreement. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies at any time. All insurance shall be obtained from an insurance company authorized to do business in the State of Washington. The Consultant shall submit a verification of insurance as outlined above within fourteen days of the execution of this Agreement to the City. No cancellation of the foregoing policies shall be effective without thirty (30) days prior notice to the City. The Consultant’s professional liability to the City shall be limited to the amount payable under this Agreement or one million dollars ($1,000,000), whichever is the greater, unless modified elsewhere in this Agreement. In no case shall the Consultant’s professional liability to third parties be limited in any way. 7. Discrimination prohibited. The Consultant shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, liability for service in the armed forces of the United States, disability, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical handicap, or any other protected class status, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification. 8. Consultant is an independent contractor. The parties intend that an independent contractor relationship will be created by this Agreement. No agent, employee or representative of the Consultant shall be deemed to be an agent, employee or representative of the City for any purpose. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for all acts of its agents, employees, representatives and subcontractors during the performance of this Agreement. 9. City approval of work and relationships. Notwithstanding the Consultant’s status as an independent contractor, results of the work performed pursuant to this Agreement must meet the approval of the City. During pendency of this Agreement, the Consultant shall not perform work for any party with respect to any property located within the City of Edmonds or for any project subject to the administrative or quasijudicial review of the City without written notification to the City and the City’s prior written consent.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 58/276 4 10. Termination. This being an Agreement for professional services, either party may terminate this Agreement for any reason upon giving the other party written notice of such termination no fewer than ten (10) days in advance of the effective date of said termination. Payment under this Agreement is subject to the appropriation of funds for these purposes. In the event funds are not appropriated, the City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement effective immediately and shall provide the Consultant with written notice of immediate termination. 11. Integration. The Agreement between the parties shall consist of this document, its Appendices 1 & 2, and the Scope of Work and fee schedule attached hereto as Exhibits A and B. These writings constitute the entire Agreement of the parties and shall not be amended except by a writing executed by both parties. In the event of any conflict between this written Agreement and any provision of Exhibits A and B, this Agreement shall control. 12. Changes/Additional Work. The City may engage the Consultant to perform services in addition to those listed in this Agreement, and the Consultant will be entitled to additional compensation for authorized additional services or materials. The City shall not be liable for additional compensation until and unless any and all additional work and compensation is approved in advance in writing and signed by both parties to this Agreement. If conditions are encountered which are not anticipated in the Scope of Work, the City understands that a revision to the Scope of Work and fees may be required. Provided, however, that nothing in this paragraph shall be interpreted to obligate the Consultant to render services, or the City to pay for services rendered, in excess of the Scope of Work in Exhibit A unless or until an amendment to this Agreement is approved in writing by both parties. 13. Standard of Care. The Consultant represents that the Consultant has the necessary knowledge, skill and experience to perform services required by this Agreement. The Consultant and any persons employed by the Consultant shall use their best efforts to perform the work in a professional manner consistent with sound practices, in accordance with the schedules herein and in accordance with the usual and customary professional care required for services of the type described in the Scope of Work. 14. Non-waiver. Waiver by the City of any provision of this Agreement or any time limitation provided for in this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision. 15. Non-assignable. The services to be provided by the Consultant shall not be assigned or subcontracted without the express written consent of the City. 16. Covenant against contingent fees. The Consultant warrants that he/she/they has/have not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for the Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that he/she/they has/have not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for the Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gifts, or any other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award of making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, the City shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or, in its discretion to deduct from the contract price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift, or contingent fee.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 59/276 5 17. Compliance with laws. The Consultant in the performance of this Agreement shall comply with all applicable Federal, State or local laws and ordinances, including regulations for licensing, certification and operation of facilities, programs and accreditation, and licensing of individuals, and any other standards or criteria as described in the Agreement to assure quality of services. Because this Agreement is subject to federal nondiscrimination laws, the Consultant agrees that the provisions of Appendices 1 & 2, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, apply to this Agreement. The Consultant specifically agrees to pay any applicable business and occupation (B & O) taxes which may be due on account of this Agreement. 18. Notices. Notices to the City of Edmonds shall be sent to the following address: City of Edmonds 121 Fifth Avenue North Edmonds, WA 98020 Notices to the Consultant shall be sent to the following address: Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc. 2828 Colby Ave, Suite 200 Everett, WA 98201 Receipt of any notice shall be deemed effective three (3) days after deposit of written notice in the U.S. mails, with proper postage and properly addressed. DATED THIS _____ day of _______________ 2026. CITY OF EDMONDS KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES INC. MIKE ROSEN, MAYOR Bradly Lincoln, Associate ATTEST: ________________________________ Luke Lonie, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ Office of the City Attorney   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 60/276 6 ) )ss STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH ) On this day of 2026, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared Bradly Lincoln, Associate, to me known to be the person who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged the said instrument to be the free and voluntary act and deed of said person, for the uses and purposes therein mentioned, and on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute said instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal hereto affixed the day and year first above written. NOTARY PUBLIC My commission expires:   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 61/276 7 APPENDIX 1 CONTRACT (Appendix A of USDOT 1050.2A Standard Title VI Assurances) During the performance of this Agreement, the Consultant/Contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Consultant/Contractor”) agrees as follows: 1. Compliance with Regulations: The Consultant/Contractor shall comply with the acts and regulations relative to nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21 (49 CFR 21), as they may be amended from time to time (hereinafter referred to as the Regulations), which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. 2. Nondiscrimination: The Consultant/Contractor, with regard to the work performed by it during the Agreement, shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, income-level, or LEP in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment. The Consultant/Contractor shall not participate directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by Section 21.5 of the Regulations, including employment practices when the Agreement covers any activity, project, or program set forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR 21. 3. Solicitations for Subcontracts, Including Procurements of Materials and Equipment: In all solicitations, either by competitive bidding, or negotiation made by the Consultant/ Contractor for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurement of materials, or leases of equipment, each potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Consultant/Contractor of the Consultant’s/Contractor’s obligations under this Agreement and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, income-level, or LEP. 4. Information and Reports: The Consultant/Contractor shall provide all information and reports required by the Regulations and directives issued pursuant thereto, and shall permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by the City or the appropriate state or federal agency to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Regulations, orders, and instructions. Where any information required of a Consultant/Contractor is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish the information, the Consultant/Contractor shall so certify to the City, or state or federal agency, as appropriate, and shall set forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information. 5. Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of the Consultant’s/Contractor’s noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this Agreement, the City shall impose such contract sanctions as it or the appropriate state or federal agency may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to: • Withholding of payments to the Consultant/Contractor under the Agreement until the Consultant/Contractor complies; and/or • Cancellation, termination, or suspension of the Agreement, in whole or in part. 6. Incorporation of Provisions: The Consultant/Contractor shall include the provisions of the above paragraphs one (1) through five (5) in every subcontract, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations, or directives issued pursuant thereto. The Consultant/Contractor shall take such action with respect to any subcontractor or procurement as the City or appropriate state or federal agency may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions, including sanctions for noncompliance. Provided, that if the Consultant/Contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation by a subcontractor or supplier as a result of such direction, the Consultant/ Contractor may request that the City enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the City; or may request that the appropriate state agency enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the State of Washington. In addition, the Consultant/Contractor may request the appropriate federal agency enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 62/276 8 APPENDIX 2 CONTRACT (Appendix E of USDOT 1050.2A Standard Title VI Assurances) During the performance of this Agreement, the Consultant/Contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Consultant/Contractor”) agrees to comply with the following non-discrimination statutes and authorities, including but not limited to: Pertinent Non-Discrimination Authorities: • Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21; • The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. § 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects); • Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. § 324 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex); • Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR Part 27; • The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of age); • Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 U.S.C. § 471, Section 47123), as amended, (prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex); • The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100-209), (Broadened the scope, coverage and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms “programs or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal-aid recipients, sub-recipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or not); • Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12189) as implemented by Department of Transportation regulations at 49 C.F.R. parts 37 and 38; • The Federal Aviation Administration’s Non-Discrimination statute (49 U.S.C. § 47123) (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex); • Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq).   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 63/276 Exhibit A kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 SCOPE OF SERVICES City of Edmonds Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project March 2026 BACKGROUND Based on discussions with City of Edmonds staff (City), Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc (Kimley-Horn) understands that the City wishes to complete preliminary design on the Phase 14 (2027) and Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Projects totaling approximately 6,070 LF of rehabilitation, approximately 540 LF of spot repairs/replacement, and approximately 270 LF of new sewer main over 27 sites throughout the City. Additionally, the City wishes to complete design on the Phase 14 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project which includes taking approximately 6,070 LF of sewer main from preliminary design to Bid-Ready construction documents. Final Design of Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project will be completed under a separate contract. The project limits associated with this contract include the following sites depicted on the maps in Exhibit C and the table included at the end of this scope: • Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Sites (full Bid-Ready construction documents): o Sites 1 – 18: CIPP rehabilitation of 6” to 15” concrete and clay sewer. • Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Replacement Sites (Preliminary Design only): o Sites 19 – 23: Open cut spot repair of 8” concrete sewer and replacement of existing brick manholes. o Site 24: Open cut installation of new 8” sewer main. o Sites 25 – 27: Open cut replacement of 6” and 8” concrete sewer. SCOPE OF SERVICES The scope of services consists of the following tasks and submittal stages: • Task 100 – Project Management and Coordination • Task 200 – Preliminary Design Services – Phase 14 & 15 Sites • Task 300 – Final Design Services – Phase 14 Sites • Task 400 – Easement Acquisition and Support Services • Task 500 – Post Design Services • Task 600 – Subconsultant Services o Task 601 – Survey & Easement Support Services o Task 602 – Geotechnical Engineering Services • Task 700 – Management Reserve (Allowance)   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 64/276 Page 2 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Based on discussions with the City, our effort will include the following tasks: TASK 100. Project Management and Coordination Kimley-Horn will provide project management throughout the project duration, which includes: • Conduct kickoff meeting with City of Edmonds and issue minutes • Monthly invoicing with status report including summary of activities completed under each task and anticipated deliverables for the next month, any issues encountered and actions taken for resolution, potential schedule and fee impacts, and/or issues requiring the City’s direction. • Coordination with the City of Edmonds (up to 3 review meetings with the City including issuing meeting minutes and anticipated email/phone coordination every 2 weeks) • Internal project meetings • Coordination with subconsultants TASK 200. Preliminary Design Services – Phase 14 & 15 Sites Kimley-Horn will prepare and submit for the City’s review Preliminary Design documents for the Phase 14 and Phase 15 Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Sites which includes: • Review background information provided by City: o GIS Records o As-Builts on City of Edmonds utilities within project areas o Existing easement documents o CCTV videos and inspection reports • Review available franchise utility records for gas, cable, power, and fiber optic. The City to request franchise utility records and provided to Kimley-Horn. • Site visit to review topographic survey against field conditions for Site 15 and all Phase 15 sites. • Prepare preliminary design plans containing approximately up to 41 sheets for replacement and rehabilitation sites. Plan sheets to include: o Cover o Abbreviations and Legend o Sewer Plan Sheets for rehabilitation sites (Phase 14) (Plan View only) o Sewer Plan and Profile Sheets for replacement sites (Phase 15) • Prepare planning level Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Cost with 30% Contingency (EOPCC) • Provide Design Memo outlining assumptions and questions to be discussed with the City. • Provide QA/QC for Preliminary Design deliverables • Conduct Plan-In-Hand walk-through with City Engineering and Operations/Maintenance staff following Preliminary Design plan and EOPCC submittal. City to provide the following information: • All available as-builts of existing City owned utilities within project areas. • All available CCTV video and inspection reports for project sewer segments.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 65/276 Page 3 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 • All available easement documents for City owned utilities within project areas. Deliverables: PDFs and ACAD base file of Plans and Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Cost. Word document of Design Memo, Excel File of EOPCC including quantity take offs, Principal signed QC statement confirming review and approval of deliverables. TASK 300. Final Design Services – Phase 14 Sites Kimley-Horn will prepare Final Design documents. Efforts involved in these tasks will include the following: • Provide Construction Plans including the following sheets. It is anticipated the final Bid-Ready Construction Plan Set will contain approximately up to 36 sheets. o Cover o General Notes, Abbreviations and Legend o Horizontal Control and Sheet Layout o Sewer Plan Sheets (Plan View only) o Sewer Standard Details • Provide Project Contract Documents Manual based on WSDOT Standard Specifications for Municipal Construction incorporating City-provided front-end contractual specifications. Kimley-Horn will update the front-end documents and boiler plate specifications to 2026 WSDOT format. Kimley-Horn will work with the City to resolve relevant conflicts with the City- provided front-end specifications/General Conditions and project specific Special Provisions. • Provide Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Costs and Bid Schedule. Kimley-Horn will work with the City during the design process to determine preferred bid items and units. • Provide Design Memo outlining assumptions and questions to be discussed at each design submittal stage. • Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) and constructability review Deliverables: 60%/90% Design submittals – PDFs and ACAD base file of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Cost. Word document of Design Memo, Excel File of EOPCC including quantity take offs, Principal signed QC statement confirming review and approval of deliverables. Bid-Ready PS&E – PDFs and ACAD base file of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Costs, ACAD base file, Word Documents of Specifications and Excel file of EOPCC including quantity take offs, Principal signed QC statement confirming review and approval of deliverables.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 66/276 Page 4 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 TASK 400. Easement Acquisition and Support Services Kimley-Horn will assist with easement acquisition support services. Efforts involved in these tasks will include the following: • Coordinate with property owners for eight (8) temporary construction permits and eight (8) permanent utility easements over existing City owned sewer main where easement sections are missing based on the City’s online GIS Mapping. Easements will be attempted to be acquired over the following properties: o Site 4:  9525 216th St SW  9517 216th St SW  9509 216th St SW o Site 15  230 3rd Ave S Unit A  224 3rd Ave S Unit 101  222 3rd Ave S  210 3rd Ave S Unit 1  222 Dayton St Unit 1 • Pull current ownership and vesting deeds for up to eight (8) identified parcels. • Coordinate with title company for title commitments for up to eight (8) identified parcels. • Package DHA developed easement exhibits and legal descriptions, completed under Task 601. • Temporary construction permits, using City standard template, for up to eight (8) identified parcels. The City will review and approve language prior to Kimley-Horn’s mailing. Permits will not include a map or figure. • Draft transaction documents based on City's standard templates, present offers to property owners. • Coordinate with the City for review and approval of easement documents prior to being presented to property owners. • Negotiate in good faith to reach agreement with the property owners and acquire the necessary easement. • We understand that all offers will be made for mutual benefit. • Facilitate execution of documents and recording of up to eight (8) new easements. Consultant will make up to three (3) contacts with each landowner to secure the grants of easement, for a total of up to twenty four (24) contacts. • Provide City with signed and notarized easement agreements. The City will record all documents. TASK 500. Post Design Services Kimley-Horn will assist the City with bidding by answering bidder questions and issuing addenda as necessary. The budget for this task assumes up to two (2) addenda issued. Kimley-Horn will also prepare project as-built drawings.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 67/276 Page 5 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Assumptions: The City will advertise the project for bid, upload bid-ready documents to bidding websites, conduct the bid opening and prepare the bid tabulation. Kimley-Horn will not charge for work to prepare addenda if needed to correct or verify errors or omissions in the final plans and specifications. The City will provide inspector and contractor redlines for Kimley-Horn’s use to prepare the project as-built drawings. Deliverables: Addenda in PDF, As-builts in PDF and ACAD base file TASK 600. Subconsultant Services TASK 601. Survey & Easement Support Services Duane Hartman & Associates, Inc. (DHA), as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, will complete the topographic survey services for the Phase 14 and 15 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and Replacement sites as outlined below: Phase 14 Sites 1- 18 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Survey: The field survey for Sites 1-14 and 16-18, consists of the horizontal and vertical asbuilt of requested site sanitary sewer manholes, as specified. DHA will obtain horizontal position on the requested manholes, and will provide manhole size/type, pipe size/type, flow directions, rim and invert elevations. The request also considers a standard topographic survey of Site 15 only. Phase 15, Sites 19-27 Topographic Mapping: Sites 19-27 will include full street right of way topographic mapping, with spot elevations collected on a 25-foot grid and at all grade breaks. The survey will include the location of all planimetric features, including but not limited to, pavement types, curbing, walkways, walls rockeries, top of nut water valve elevations, and all above and below grade utilities. The stormwater and sanitary sewer systems will be located and measured for rim elevations and invert elevations. Phase 14 Easement Preparation and Staking: Prepare easement exhibits, legal descriptions, and easement staking for the following eight (8) parcels: • Site 4 – Three (3) parcels • Site 15 – Five (5) parcels Assumptions: This estimate includes an underground utility locate for Phase 15 Sites, and Phase 14, Site 15. DHA will engage the One-Call Utility Notification Center and provide record utility agency data.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 68/276 Page 6 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Control: City of Edmonds Horizontal Datum: Washington State Plane Coordinate System, North Zone NAD83(2007), US Feet. Vertical Datum: NAVD88, US Feet Deliverables: Field data will be processed in accordance with Kimley-Horn/City of Edmonds standards. The topographic survey will be developed at a scale of 1”=20’, with one (1) foot contours. Digital files delivered in Autodesk Civil 3D 2022.dwg and .xml format, with PDF hard copy plots. Easement documents developed in 8.5” x 11” format. The foregoing services shall be completed and delivered within Sixty (60) calendar days of the official notice to proceed. TASK 602. Geotechnical Engineering Services GeoEngineers, as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn, will complete the following scope of services to perform geotechnical engineering services during the site investigation and design phases for the Phase 14 and Phase 15 Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Projects. As part of this project, eight (8) individual sites (Sites 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27) will require either sanitary sewer spot repairs, sanitary sewer manhole installations, and/or sanitary sewer replacement. It is understood that all of the open cut sites will be bid as a single package under Phase 15. The scope of services described below addresses the Geotechnical Reporting Guidelines for Capital Utility Projects with excavations that are greater than 4 feet in depth and over 20 feet in length. Task 1. Geotechnical Paper Study and Field Investigation Planning • Complete a geologic paper study for each of the eight sites. Review geologic maps, soil surveys and available geotechnical reports in GeoEngineers’ files and on public databases for subsurface soil and groundwater conditions in the site vicinity. • Complete a site visit to review current site conditions, identify potential boring locations and site constraints and note any surface expressions of geologic or soil conditions. Given the number of sites, two days of field reconnaissance is planned. • Prepare a preliminary design letter that includes the data collected as part of the paper study. • Coordinate with Kimley-Horn and the City to develop a focused field exploration plan. Based on GeoEngineers’ paper study, we will discuss with the team locations that have a high potential for construction risks. We will also identify areas that will have a high exploration cost in terms of traffic control, access and impacts to the City. From this discussion we will develop a focused exploration plan that optimizes field time and effort in a way that can also mitigate locations with the highest subsurface risk. This will form the basis of GeoEngineers’ scope of services for Phase 15.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 69/276 Page 7 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 TASK 700. Management Reserve (Allowance) A management reserve of approximately 10% of the fees is included to allow for additional services not included in this scope of work that may arise over the course of the project or additions of rehabilitation sites by the City, as discovered by City O&M staff. The management reserve task is not to be used unless authorized by the City in writing. Scope Assumptions/Exclusions: • Project duration is approximately 12 months. • The Phase 14 project sites will be bid in a single bid package. • City review of the Preliminary Design will take 2 weeks. City review of the 60% Design and 90% Design will take 3 weeks. • The Phase 14 sites will utilize the asbuilt survey information for manholes (provided by DHA under Task 601) and be supplemented by available City GIS and aerial imagery. No profiles will be created for Phase 14 sites. • The Phase 15 sites and Site 15 will utilize topographic survey (provided by DHA under Task 601). • Utility potholing and subsurface sewer lateral locate services (GPR, lateral launches, video inspections, etc.) are not included in this scope of work. Survey pickup of marked One-Call lateral locates are not included in this exclusion. Utility potholing will be completed as part of the Phase 15 Final Design. • The City will lead obtaining rights-of-entry (ROE) on private property for survey where there are no existing sewer utility easements based on City provided information including City’s online GIS Mapping. • The City will lead coordination with the Parks, Recreation, and Human Services Department for construction impacts to trails or walking paths. • Coordination with local businesses and residents for coordination of construction access/impacts is not included in this scope of services and will be led by the City. • Development of traffic control plans is not part of this scope of services. It is presumed that work can be accomplished using WSDOT Standard K Plans, that the Contractor will be responsible for developing and submitting to the City. • The City will request record drawings from franchise utility companies for gas, cable, power, and fiber optics, as necessary. • The City will send design plans to franchise utilities for input and feedback on potential utility conflicts, as necessary. • Hydraulic modeling, flow monitoring and confirmation of pipe sizing is not included in this scope of services. Pipe sizing matches existing pipe diameter based on direction from the City. • Final Design (60% through Bid-Ready) services and bidding support services for the Phase 15 Sites are not included with this scope of services.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 70/276 Page 8 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Future Phase Scope of Services: The Project is anticipated to a future phase for Final Design of Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Replacement sites anticipated to be completed under a future contract. EXCLUSIONS/ASSUMPTIONS Any other services, including but not limited to the following, are not included in this Agreement but can be added through a contract modification. • Shoring design • Bypass design • Right-of-entry onto private property • Hydraulic modeling • Flow monitoring • Cathodic protection design • Record of Survey services • Structural engineering • Environmental engineering • Traffic Control Plans • Permitting • Construction phase services • Construction funding applications • Clean Air permitting • Environmental engineering/permitting • Public outreach, beyond those included under Task 400.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 71/276 Page 9 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 SCHEDULE Below is an approximate schedule for the services included in this contract: Notice to Proceed mid-April 2026 Easement Support May 2026 – March 2027 Survey Services (DHA) late-April – late-June 2026 Preliminary Design early-May – late-July 2026 City Preliminary Review (2-weeks) early-August – mid-August 2026 Plan-in-Hand Site Walk-Through with City mid-August 2026 Geotechnical Engineering Services August – October 2026 60% Design mid-August – late-October 2026 City 60% Review (3-weeks) late-October – mid-November 2026 90% Design mid-November 2026 – late-January 2027 City 90% Review (3-weeks) late-January – mid-February 2027 Bid-Ready PS&E mid-February – early-March 2027 Bid Advertisement early-March 2027 Bid Opening late-March 2027   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 72/276 Page 10 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 BUDGET SUMMARY Kimley-Horn will perform the services in Tasks 100 – 500 on a labor fee plus expense basis with the maximum labor fee shown below. Kimley-Horn reserves the right to reallocate amounts among tasks as necessary following concurrence provided by the City in writing. Kimley-Horn rates in Exhibit B apply to this contract and are adjusted on an annual basis. Kimley-Horn will not exceed the total maximum labor fee shown without written authorization from the City. Labor fee will be billed on an hourly basis according to our then-current rates. As to these tasks, direct reimbursable expenses such as express delivery services, fees, and other direct expenses will be billed at 1.10 times cost. Administrative time related to the project may be billed hourly. All permitting, application, and similar project fees will be paid directly by the City. Should the City request Kimley-Horn to advance any such project fees on the City’s behalf, an invoice for such fees, with a ten percent (10%) markup, will be immediately issued to and paid by the City. TASK 100. Project Management and Coordination $30,100 TASK 200. Preliminary Design Services – Phase 14 & 15 Sites $68,900 TASK 300. Final Design Services – Phase 14 Sites $126,600 TASK 400. Easement Acquisition and Support Services $30,500 TASK 500. Post Design Services $8,400 Kimley-Horn Labor Fee $264,500 TASK 601. DHA – Survey & Easement Support Services $86,000 TASK 602. GeoEngineers – Geotechnical Engineering Services Fee $20,800 Outside Services Fee $106,800 TASK 700. Management Reserve (Kimley-Horn Allowance) $40,000 Management Reserve/Allowances* $40,000 Expenses $8,600 TOTAL: $419,900 *The management reserve/allowance tasks are not to be used unless authorized by the City in writing.   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 73/276 Page 11 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Phase 14 (2027) – Rehabilitation Project Site Improvements Summary Site No. Main ID Site Location Rehab Length (feet) Dia. & Material Notes 1 9-202-9-20 On the west side of Pine Ridge Park west toward the intersection of Main St and 86th Pl W 488 10” Conc 2 8-292A-8-292 Within an existing sewer easement between Sater Lane and Aloha Way from 7th Ave W to 3rd Ave N 256 10” Conc 8-292-8-291A 115 15” Conc 8-291A-8-291 415 15” Conc 3 7-66-8-327 Alley between 3rd Ave N and 4th Ave N from Bell St to Edmonds St 420 8” Clay 4 12-151A-12-151 Within private property behind from 9505 to 9525 216th St SW 292 6” Conc No existing utility easements documented in City GIS Mapping for 9525, 9517 and 9509 216th St SW. 5 12-81-12-82 Along Holly Dr east of 5th Ave S 251 8” Conc 6 12-201-12-200 Within an existing sewer easement between A Ave S and 7th Ave S south of Fir St 396 8” Conc 7 8-314A-8-314 Access road on the north side of Civil Center Playfield east of 6th Ave N 284 8” Conc 8 12-146-12-147 Along 96th Ave W north of the intersection with 219th St SW 375 8” Conc 9 4-115-8-219H Along Puget Dr east of the intersection with 12th Ave N 226 8” Conc 10 14-29-14-28 Along 76th Ave W north of the intersection with 220th St SW 235 8” Conc 11 12-209-12-207 Along 8th Ave W south of the intersection with Elm Way 364 8” Conc 12 12-182-12-182A Within private property, behind 22050 and 22052 99th Pl W 160 8” Conc   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 74/276 Page 12 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Site No. Main ID Site Location Rehab Length (feet) Dia. & Material Notes 13 10-25-10-26 Along 72nd Ave W north of the intersection with 212th St SW 244 8” Conc 14 5-149-5-150 Along 80th Ave W north of the intersection with 186th St SW 281 8” Conc 15 7-52A-7-52 Within private property between 2nd Ave S and 3rd Ave S south of Dayton St 371 8” Conc Installation of a new sewer manhole over the existing 8” concrete main on 224 3rd Ave S. No existing utility easement documented in City GIS Mapping for 230, 224 222 and 210 3rd Ave S and 222 Dayton St. 16 9-11-9-10 Along Pioneer Way northeast of the intersection with Shell Valley Rd 260 10” Conc 17 5-122-5-121 Along the north and west property lines of the City's Seaview Reservoir site 260 8” Conc 5-121-5-120 152 8” Conc 18 5-295-5-LIFT 9 Along Sierra Dr from 80th Pl W east to 80th Ave W 221 8” Conc Total Linear Footage: 6,066   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 75/276 Page 13 kimley-horn.com 2828 Colby Avenue, Suite 200, Everett, WA 98201 206 970 1908 Phase 15 (2028) – Replacement Project Site Improvements Summary Site No. Main ID Site Location Length (Feet) Dia. & Material Notes Spot Repair Replace New 19 8-13-8-15 Along Walnut St west of 6th Ave S 10 8” Conc Replacement of two (2) brick manholes (SSMHs 8-15 and 8-13). 20 12-180-12-181 Infront of 22053 98th Pl W 30 8” Conc Replace existing outside drop with inside drop at SSMH 12-181. 21 12-69-12-67 Within an easement on 643 Hemlock W 35 8” Conc Replace brick manhole (SSMH 12-67). 22 12-204C-12- 204A Along 7th Ave S at the intersection with Elm St. 10 8” Conc Replace brick manhole (SSMH 12-204C). 23 14-3-14-3A Along Highway 99 at the intersection with 216th St SW 30 8” Conc 24 8-260-8-259 Brookmere St east of the intersection with 9th Ave N 270 8” PVC Install 2 new manholes 25 9-349-9-350 Intersection of 200th St SW and 80th Ave W 25 8” Conc 26 17-65-17-66 Along 76th Ave W south of the intersection with 234th St SW 328 8” Conc 27 3-23-3-24 Within an existing easement located at 17215 72nd Ave W 70 6” Conc Total Linear Footage: 115 423 270   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 76/276 DIRECT LABOR Estimated Hourly Labor Classification Hours Rate Costs 103 $300.00 30,900$ Sr. Professional 228 $275.00 62,700$ 282 $235.00 66,270$ 380 $210.00 79,800$ Admin Support I 138 $180.00 24,840$ Admin Support II 0 $140.00 -$ TOTAL KIMLEY-HORN LABOR 1,131 Subtotal Labor 264,500$ MANAGEMENT RESERVE TASK 170 Reserve Labor 40,000$ TOTAL KIMLEY-HORN LABOR 1,301 Total Labor 304,500$ DIRECT EXPENSES TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 8,600$ OUTSIDE SERVICES (includes 10% markup) Survey (DHA)69,200$ Easement Support (DHA)16,800$ Geotechnical (GeoEngineers)20,800$ TOTAL OUTSIDE SERVICES 106,800$ Total Direct Labor 304,500$ Total Direct Expenses 8,600$ Total Outside Services 106,800$ TOTAL BASE COST (NOT TO EXCEED)419,900$ Additional Services Direct Labor N/A Additional Services Outside Services N/A TOTAL ADDITIONAL SERVICES COST (NTE)0$ TOTAL PROPOSAL (NTE)419,900$ Principal/Sr. PM Professional Analyst Exhibit B - Cost Proposal Summary (Costs Rounded to the Nearest $1.00) City of Edmonds Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project March 30, 2026 Page 1   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 77/276 Task Description 101 Kickoff Meeting 2 4 6 $1,700.00 102 Coordination with City 4 12 16 $4,500.00 103 Internal Project Meetings, Team Management and Scheduling 12 12 12 36 $9,720.00 104 Budget Control and Invoicing 12 20 32 $6,900.00 105 Coordination with Subconsultants 8 8 $2,200.00 106 Review Meetings with City (3 meetings up to 2 hrs each)8 10 18 $5,150.00 0 $0.00 Task 100 Totals 26 58 12 0 20 0 116 $30,100.00 201 Data Collection/Asbuilt & CCTV Video Review 2 4 30 36 $8,000.00 202 Site Visit to Review Survey 10 10 20 $5,100.00 203 Preliminary Design Plans 20 42 100 162 $36,370.00 204 Preliminary Engineer's Opinion of Probable Construction Costs 4 12 28 44 $9,800.00 205 Preliminary Design Memo 2 4 6 $1,490.00 206 QA/QC Preliminary Design 8 8 $2,400.00 207 Plan-In-Hand Walk Through with City 10 10 20 $5,750.00 0 $0.00 Task 200 Totals 20 50 68 158 0 0 296 $68,900.00 301 60% Design Plans 14 40 90 144 $32,150.00 302 60% Project Specifications 12 32 8 52 $12,260.00 303 60% Engineer's Opinion of Probable Construction Cost 4 8 18 30 $6,760.00 304 60% Design Memo 2 4 6 $1,490.00 305 QA/QC 60% Design 18 18 $5,400.00306 90% Design Plans 12 32 74 118 $26,360.00 307 90% Project Specifications 10 30 6 46 $10,880.00308 90% Engineer's Opinion of Probable Construction Cost 2 6 12 20 $4,480.00 309 90% Design Memo 2 2 4 $1,020.00310 QA/QC 90% Design 18 18 $5,400.00 311 Bid-Ready Design Plans 6 10 22 38 $8,620.00312 Bid-Ready Project Specifications 4 10 4 18 $4,170.00 313 Bid-Ready Engineer's Opinion of Probable Construction Cost 2 4 6 12 $2,750.00314 QA/QC Bid-Ready Design 16 16 $4,800.00 0 $0.00 Task 300 Totals 52 70 178 222 18 0 540 $126,600.00 401 Easement Support Services 5 40 100 145 $30,500.00 0 $0.00 Task 400 Totals 5 40 0 0 100 0 145 $30,500.00 501 Answer Bidder Questions 4 4 $1,100.00 502 Issue up to two (2) Addenda 4 8 12 $2,980.00 503 Prepare As-Builts based on Inspector/Contractor Provided Redlines 2 16 18 $4,310.00 0 $0.00 Task 500 Totals 0 10 24 0 0 0 34 $8,400.00 601 Surveying & Easement Support Services (DHA)0 $0.00 602 Geotechnical Engineering Services (GeoEngineers)0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Task 600 Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0.00 701 Additional Items of Requested Work Not Included in Other Tasks 8 32 50 80 170 $39,750.00 0 $0.00 Task 700 Totals 8 32 50 80 0 0 170 $40,000.00 TOTALS 111 260 332 460 138 0 1,301 $304,500.00 Classification Principal / Sr. PM Sr. Professional Professional Analyst Admin Support I Admin Support II Rate 300.00$275.00$235.00$210.00$180.00$140.00$ Task 100 - Project Management and Coordination Sr. Professional Task 500 - Post Design Services Task 200 - Preliminary Design Services - Phase 14 & 15 Sites Task 600 - Subconsultant Services - see outside services costs Task 400 - Easement Acquisition and Support Services Task 700 - Management Reserve (Allowance) Task 300 - Final Design Services - Phase 14 Sites Exhibit B - Derivation of Hours City of Edmonds Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Professional Admin Support I Admin Support II Total HrsPrincipal / Sr. PM March 30, 2026 Analyst Page 2   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 78/276 MILEAGE Location No. of Trips Miles Total Miles City Meetings 4 40 160 Site Visits 20 40 800 Total Miles 960 Total Cost at $ 0.725 per mile 696$ REPRODUCTIONS Type Amount Unit Cost Plotting and sheet preparation 210 10.00$2,100$ Photocopy (8 1/2" x 11")2000 0.11$220$ Photocopy (11" x 17")0 0.35$0$ Displays (24" x 36")0 80.00$0$ Mylars 0 14.00$0$ Total Reproductions 2,320$ RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION AND SUPPORT SERVICES Amount Unit Cost Total Cost Misc. Printed Materials 1 250.00$250$ Title Reports 10 500.00$5,000$ Certified Mail 25 10.00$250$ Total Estimated Right of Way Aquistion Support Costs 5,500$ TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES 8,516$ TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES (ROUNDED)8,600$ (Costs Rounded to the Nearest $1.00) Exhibit B - Direct Expenses City of Edmonds Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project March 30, 2026 Page 3   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 79/276 City of Edmonds Phase 14 (2027) and Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project EXHIBIT C - Site Maps   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 80/276 Phase 14 (2027) Sanitary Sewer Sites - Rehabilitation   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 81/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 10" Conc - 488 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 1 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains PINE RIDGE PARK (CITY OF EDMONDS PARK) CIPP line 10" Conc - 488 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 82/276 1,128 188.1126.3 Feet Legend 1:758 Notes 63.15 © City of Edmonds 126.3 0 WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. Site 2 THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineate Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> PROPERTY, SEWER PROPERTY, STORM PROPERTY, WATER STREET, SEWER STREET, STORM STREET, WATER Easements CIPP line 15" Conc - 415 LF CIPP line 15" Conc - 115 LF CIPP line 10" Conc - 256 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 83/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Clay - 420 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 3 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIPP line 8" Clay - 420 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 84/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 6" Conc - 292 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 4 126.3 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIPP line 6" Conc - 292 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 85/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 251 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 5 126.3 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIPP line 8" Conc - 251 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 86/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 396 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 6 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature CIPP line 8" Conc - 396 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 87/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 284 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 7 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIVIC CENTER PLAYFIELD (CITY OF EDMONDS PARK) CIPP line 8" Conc - 284 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 88/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 375 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 8 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIPP line 8" Conc - 375 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 89/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 226 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 9 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains CIPP line 8" Conc - 226 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 90/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 235 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 10 126.3 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> CIPP line 8" Conc - 235 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 91/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 364 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 11 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> CIPP line 8" Conc - 364 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 92/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 160 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 12 126.3 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> CIPP line 8" Conc - 160 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 93/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 244 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 13 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> CIPP line 8" Conc - 244 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 94/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 281 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 14 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> SEAVIEW PARK (CITY OF EDMONDS PARK) CIPP line 8" Conc - 281 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 95/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 8" Conc - 371 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 15 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> Drop new SSMH CIPP line 8" Conc - 371 LF Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 96/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Existing 10" Conc - 260 LF Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 16 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals AsBuilt <all other values> CIPP line 10" Conc - 260 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 97/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 17 223.8 Creeks Wetlands PHS Public Points PHS Public Lines PHS Public Polygon Outlines AS MAPPED Masked PHS Public Polygons AS MAPPED SECTION QTR-TWP TOWNSHIP Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas QVa Soils 6 Month 1 Year 5 Year 10 Year Buffer Zone Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes CIPP lining of 8" Conc. CIPP line 8" Conc - 260 LF Seaview Reservoir (City of Edmonds) CIPP line 8" Conc - 152 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 98/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes CIPP lining of 8" Conc. Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 18 223.8 Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Stormwater LID Hydrants Edmonds Other PRV Valves OPEN CLOSED Blowoffs AirVac Fittings CIPP line 8" Conc - 221 LF Item 8.2 Packet pg. 99/276 Phase 15 (2028) Sanitary Sewer Sites - Replacement   Item 8.2       Packet pg. 100/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 19 126.3 Sewer Points Manhole Cleanout Lift Station Meter Non City Manhole Sewer Lines Outfall Gravity Forced Main Grinder Pumps Non-City Manholes Non-City Mains Sewer Service Area Edmonds Sewer Olympic View Sewer; Olympic View Sewer Sewer Blowoff Properties Sewer Laterals Sections Boundary Sections Edmonds Boundary ArcSDE.GIS.PROPERTY_BUILDINGS ArcSDE.GIS.STREET_CENTERLINES <all other values> Interstate Principal Arterial Minor Arterial; Collector Local Street State Highways <all other values> 0 Spot repair (10 LF) existing 8" Conc SS& replace existing brick SSMHs (8-13and 8-15). Spot Repair - 10 LF Replace brick manhole Replace brick manhole Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 101/276 1,128 94.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 63.150 1:758 Site 20 126.3 Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Stormwater LID Hydrants Edmonds Other PRV Valves OPEN CLOSED Blowoffs AirVac Fittings Spot repair (30 LF) existing 8" Conc SS& replace drop with inside drop atSSMH 12-181. Spot Repair - 30 LF Replace Exterior Drop with Interior Drop Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 102/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 21 252.6 Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Stormwater LID Hydrants Edmonds Other PRV Valves OPEN CLOSED Blowoffs AirVac Fittings Spot repair (35 LF) existing 8" Conc SS& replace existing brick SSMH (12-67) Spot Repair - 35 LF Replace brick manhole Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 103/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 22 )252.6 Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Stormwater LID Hydrants Edmonds Other PRV Valves OPEN CLOSED Blowoffs AirVac Fittings Spot Repair - 10 LF Spot repair (10 LF) existing 8" Conc SS &replace existing brick SSMH (12-204C) Replace brick manhole Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 104/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Legen Site 23 orm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Stormwater LID Hydrants Edmonds Other PRV Valves OPEN CLOSED Blowoffs AirVac Fittings Spot repair (30 LF) existing 8" Conc SS &replace existing brick SSMH (14-3) Spot Repair - 30 LF Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 105/276 2,000 166.7 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Installation of approx 270 LF of new 8" SS main for 920, 910 and 1012 Brookmere St. and installation of two new manholes. Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 111.920 1:1,343 Site 24 223.8 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch New 8" PVC - 270 LF (see City conceptual sketch next Sheet) Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 106/276 City conceptual sketch  Item 8.2       Packet pg. 107/276 564 47.0 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Replace existing 8" Conc SS Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 31.570 1:379 Site 25 63.1 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Replace 8" Conc - 25 LF Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 108/276 2,257 188.1 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Replace existing 8" Conc SS Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 126.300 1:1,516 Site 26 252.6 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Replace 8" Conc - 328 LF Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 109/276 1,000 83.3 © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere Feet Notes Replace existing 6" Conc SS Legend This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. 55.960 1:672 Site 27 111.9 Creeks Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hazard Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completely Delineated Wetland Known Extents Floodplains A AE VE X Storm Catch Basins Edmonds Private Infiltration Storm Manholes Edmonds Private Infiltration Detention Facilities Culvert <all other values> Yes Facility Feature Creeks Storm Line <all other values> No, BNSF; No, COUNTY; No, LYNNWOOD; No, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE; No, PORT; No, PRIVATE; No, SHORELINE; No, STATE; No, WOODWAY Yes, EDMONDS; Yes, PRIVATE; 1, <null> Facility Lines Storm Ditch Replace 6" Conc - 70 LF Approximate Survey Area Item 8.2 Packet pg. 110/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.3 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Reclassification of HR Assistant (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Human Resources PRESENTER:RaeAnn Duarte NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Move to approve the request to reclassify the Human Resources Assistant to Human Resources Analyst. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$4,157.00 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):General Fund ☒ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: In 2023, Council approved the addition of an HR Assistant, bringing total staffing in the Human Resources Department to 4.65 FTEs. In 2025, budget cuts eliminated funding for the 0.65 FTE HR Analyst position. As a result, the HR Analyst’s responsibilities were redistributed among the remaining staff. With reduced staffing, the HR Assistant is now performing many of the duties previously assigned to the HR Analyst. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The Human Resources Department was previously staffed by an HR Director, HR Manager, Senior HR Analyst, HR Analyst (.65 FTE), and an HR Assistant. The department also used professional services funding to contract an HR professional focused on recruitment and hiring. In 2025, budget cuts eliminated funding for the HR Analyst position and reduced the professional services budget. As a result, the workload previously handled by the HR Analyst and the contract HR professional was redistributed among the remaining staff. Over the past 12 months, the HR Assistant has assumed nearly all recruitment and hiring responsibilities. These duties are not reflected in the current job description. With the addition of two new bargaining units, the department is also experiencing increased and ongoing demands in labor relations. Given the expanded responsibilities and the needs of a workforce that is approximately 95% union-represented, the department conducted an analysis and determined that reclassifying the HR Assistant position to HR Analyst is necessary to meet current and future operational demands. The position ordinance is to be amended to reflect Council’s approval of this change. RECOMMENDATION:   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 111/276 Move to approve the request to reclassify the Human Resources Assistant to Human Resources Analyst. BUDGET IMPACTS: The 2026 budgeted salary for HR Assistant is $98,628.00 (NR-29, Step 6). If reclassified to an HR Analyst, the annual salary would move to salary grade NR-32, Step 4 which is $103,572.00/annually. The employee will be eligible for a merit increase in accordance with City Personnel Policy and advance to NR-32, Step 5 in November. As the employee has been compensated at NR-29, Step 6 for 4 months ($32,876.00) and will move to NR-32. Step 4 for the first 6 months ($51,786) and advance to NR-32, Step 5 for the remainder of the year ($18,1823.00), the total cost of the position will be $102,785.00. This is an increase of $4,157.00 from the original salary of $98,628.00. ITEM HISTORY: The HR Assistant was approved in the 2023 budget. Due to a reduction in staff, the HR Assistant has been performing the work of the HR Analyst. The proposal to reclassify the HR Assistant to HR Analyst was presented during the regular council meeting on 4/7/2026. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: HR Assistant Job Description HR Analyst Job Description HR Assistant Reclassification Form Salary Calculations   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 112/276 Human Resources Assistant April 2019 City of EDMONDS Washington HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT Department: Human Resources NR NR-29 Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Revised Date: February 2023 Reports To: Human Resources Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general supervision, assists in the administration of Human Resources (HR) policies, programs and projects; performs administrative duties related to recruitment, selection and testing; provides assistance to City employees as related to the City’s benefit programs and coordinates special events and Human Resources programs as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. • Assists in the administration of Human Resources policies, programs and projects including but not limited to: compensation and benefits, safety/risk management, worker’s compensation, labor relations, organizational development, wellness committee support and compliance assurance. • Assists with complex clerical and administrative functions related to various HR programs. Provides assistance in compliance with applicable department procedures and City policies, collective bargaining agreements and/or local, state and federal regulations. • Assists with enrollments and employee benefits changes; responds to requests for information; provides information to employees, management, outside agencies and the public. • Assists with processing of payroll related information; assists with maintaining the department filing systems, including but not limited to: employee personnel files, human resource program files, reports, etc. • Assist with processing sick leave buy backs (time loss checks) for injured workers. • Assists with administrative functions related to the City’s Worker’s Compensation Program through WA Labor and Industries. • Assists with preparing records and documents for archival storage and destruction with department director approval as needed using the WA State Records Management Guidelines. • Performs data entry and processing of accounts payables and processing for the Human Resources department including Civil Service and LEOFF 1 Disability Board reimbursements. • Creates, maintains and updates various assigned databases including assisting with the maintenance of NEOGOV. Prepares letters, reports and other correspondence as assigned. Transcribes notes and meeting minutes as directed. Retrieves, sorts and distributes mail in a timely fashion. • Assists with the City’s recruitment process, including but not limited to preparation and distribution of job postings and maintenance of the applicant tracking system (ATS).. • Regularly monitors and updates the City’s HR website. • Regularly monitors and, maintains office supply inventory; places orders as needed.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 113/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Assistant Human Resources Assistant April 2019 • Assists in the data entry of the department procedures manual. • Assists with collection and preparation of materials including surveys and spreadsheets for the City’s labor relations process.. • Assists in the completion of special projects as assigned, including: conducting research and collecting data as assigned, training classes, seminars, and materials (and materials) and employee and public events. • Serves on the Wellness Committee as a liaison between city staff and Human Resources. • Assists HR Analyst with planning and coordinating of annual Health and Wellness Benefits Fair and annual flu shot event. • Assists with department events and Boards and committees as directed. • Performs other related duties as assigned that are within the scope of this position classification. Required Knowledge of: • General Human Resources laws, policies, procedures and practices. • Microsoft Office Suite programs. • Accurate, lawful, and efficient HR-related record-keeping techniques. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Principles of customer service and public relations. • Proper telephone etiquette and techniques. • Effective communication principles and practices. • Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications sufficient to perform assigned work. • Communicating effectively in English. • Basic research methods, data collection and statistical record-keeping. • Principles of business letter writing. Required Skill in: • Maintaining records, files, and information in compliance with laws, policies, and procedures. • Use of discretion, good judgment and critical thinking skills. • Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies, procedures and laws. • Successfully meeting schedules and timelines. • Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions. • Ability to pivot with shifting priorities. • Preparing a variety of reports, logs, records and files related to assigned activities. • Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information; working confidentially with discretion. • Being flexible and able to work with diverse personalities. • Researching a variety of subjects and presenting information in an efficient, accurate manner. • Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work. • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public. • Maintaining confidentiality and communicating with tact and diplomacy. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including public relations and customer service. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 114/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Assistant Human Resources Assistant April 2019 Education and Experience: Required High School Diploma/GED Certificate. One year of college-level training in Business, Office Management, or related field AND two years of increasingly responsible administrative, technical, or program support experience that includes customer service, records and file maintenance utilizing computerized tracking systems; preferably related to human resources program areas. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, MS Word (including templates), and PowerPoint. Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat including creation of forms and document e-signing Preferred Experience supporting HR staff is preferred. Secondary education in HR is preferred. Prior experience with HRIS is preferred Required Licenses or Certifications: Valid State of Washington Driver’s License or a valid form of identification Please note that a five-year driving abstract acceptable to the City’s insurance requirements is required for any position that will drive for City business. A criminal background check is required following a verbal offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by case basis. Preferred Licenses or Certifications: aPHR or another related entry level HR certification. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: • Office environment. • Constant interruptions. Physical Abilities To be successful in this position incumbent must be able to perform the below physical tasks with or without a reasonable accommodation • Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. • Interact with office equipment in a way that allows the employee to successfully perform job functions. • Read and understand a variety of materials. • Sitting or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time. • Bending at the waist, reaching above shoulder or horizontally or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks. • Lifting/carrying or otherwise transporting or moving up to 50 lbs. (occasionally). Hazards: • Paper Cuts / Paper Dust • Eye Strain from extended computer viewing   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 115/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Assistant Human Resources Assistant April 2019 • Contact with potentially angry and/or dissatisfied employees and/or members of the public. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________ Date: ________________________   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 116/276 Human Resources Analyst February 2023 City of EDMONDS Washington HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST Department: Human Resources Pay Grade: NR-32 Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented FLSA Status: Exempt Revised Date: February 2023 Reports To: Human Resources Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, serves as a generalist in various assigned human resources related services and provides general support to the Human Resources Administration reporting to the Human Resources Director; Assists in the development, implementation, and day to day administration of human resources policies, programs and projects; performs technical duties involving recruitment, selection and testing; assists with oversight of the City’s benefits programs; coordinates assigned special events and human resources programs and performs other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. • May act as Sr. Analyst. • Participates in the development, implementation, and day to day administration of human resources policies, programs and projects. • Responds to inquiries regarding human resources policies, procedures and programs. • Receives and processes payroll data changes. Works closely with the payroll division to ensure accurate payroll processing. • Assists with the administration of the employee benefit programs including assisting the Human Resources Senior Analyst and/or department head with administering leave programs; provides direct assistance to employees and families with their benefit programs including enrollments, filing claims, , changes and related matters. • Monitors, coordinates and expedites claims filed by employees to ensure proper and timely payment of workers’ compensation claims, life insurance, deferred compensation, MEBT activities, disability/service retirements and death benefits. • Works with management to review job openings, descriptions and requirements. • Assists with and/or coordinates recruitment and selection programs including assessment centers, written/physical ability examinations and preparing interview questions as requested. • Performs new hire orientations, exit interviews, and payroll/benefits processing for separating employees. • Administers the City’s random drug program for CDL holders, schedules appointments, communicates with supervisors, and maintains confidentiality. • Serves on interview panels as assigned; assists with screening applications; performs reference, background, driving record requests, and drug testing scheduling as appropriate;   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 117/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Analyst Human Resources Analyst February 2023 • Serves as liaison to the LEOFF I Pension (Disability Board) including: processing claims, obtaining additional information for the Board related to claims, communicating with LEOFF 1 members and taking meeting minutes; schedules meetings and prepares and distributes meeting agendas. • Coordinates activities with the state retirement office; ensures proper record-keeping and reporting of occupation injuries and illness in accordance with OSHA and WISHA requirements; determines recordability of accidents; coordinates claim forms, tracks all injuries in a statistical database for quarterly reporting; computes leave in accordance with established requirements. • Assists with the City’s Workers’ Compensation program. Follow up as needed for additional information from Labor & Industry claim managers and/or medical providers as appropriate regarding claims status, light duty, and return to regular work duty. • Maintains and/or assists with department audits, maintenance of employee personnel records, confidential medical and testing records and related correspondence files; ensures proper maintenance of related files and records in accordance with State, Federal and local laws. • Responsible for maintaining appropriate training files. • Coordinates and participates in various training sessions, workshops and classes for individuals and employee groups and may participate in or assist with various aspects related to union/labor relations activities as assigned. • Assists with research, data collection and surveys as assigned related to compensation, benefits and related personnel programs and practices. • . Audits accounts payable processing to ensure payment requests are coded to the correct account and are in conformance with the Human Resources and Civil Service budgets. • Supports the Human Resources Sr. Analyst in clerical functions related to the MEBT Committee; processes MEBT distribution paperwork as appropriate; assists employees with the hardship withdrawal process in compliance with plan documents and IRS guidelines and accesses the IRS letter forwarding service when required. • Maintains follow-up system on personnel reports or actions and prepares records and documents for archival storage using the WA State Records Management Guidelines; assists with tracking and purging of archive records and notices of destruction. • Assists the Human Resources Senior Analyst with employee work accommodations including gathering appropriate medical documentation, communication with related departments and correspondence with employees. • Assists the HR Manager with employee development and training programs. • Coordinates various special projects and on-going programs as assigned. • Performs other related duties as assigned that are within the scope of this position classification. Knowledge of - • City human resources policies and procedures including ordinances and state and federal laws related to human resources and employment practices. • Principles and practices of public personnel administration including those related to the public sector. • City employee benefit packages and programs, options, procedures, eligibility, claim requirements and cost structure. • Bargaining agreements and union contracts including basic principles and practices of contract negotiation and administration. • Technical functions and operations of a personnel office. • Federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. • Research methods, data collection and statistical analysis. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Record-keeping techniques and processes.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 118/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Analyst Human Resources Analyst February 2023 • Principles of customer service and public relations. • Research methods and report presentation. Required Skills & Abilities in- • Participating in the administration of Human Resources policies, programs and projects. • Performing a variety of professional personnel duties involving recruitment, selection, testing and employee benefits. • Providing technical information and assistance to others regarding employment policies, personnel transactions and employee benefits/programs. • Using sound judgment. • Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. • Keeping updated on legislation changes and state and federal laws related to and affecting human resources policies and best practices. • Planning and organizing work and meeting schedules and timelines. • Preparing, generating, and analyzing a variety of reports, logs, records and files related to assigned activities. • Responding to inquiries or complaints from customers, staff, management and members of the general public or referring them onto the appropriate individual(s) or department(s). • Assisting with processes and procedures related to negotiating and administering contracts and agreements. • Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets. • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public. • Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information and communicating with tact and diplomacy. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including public relations and customer service. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possess a bachelor's degree in human resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field and two years of technical level or higher human resources generalist experience in one or more functional human resources areas; preferably within a municipal or public sector environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience to sufficiently demonstrate an ability to perform the work required in the position. LICENSES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid form of identification PHR, SHRM-CP, and/or IPMA-HR certification preferred. WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT: • Office environment. • Constant interruptions. • This position allows for flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor PHYSICAL ABILITIES • Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. • Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment in a way that allows the employee to successfully perform job functions.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 119/276 JOB DESCRIPTION Human Resources Analyst Human Resources Analyst February 2023 • Seeing to read a variety of materials. • Bending at the waist, stooping, kneeling or crouching, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, turning and twisting or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks. • Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. • Lifting or otherwise moving up to 50 pounds on occasion. HAZARDS: • Contact with potentially verbally abusive individuals. • Eye strain Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________ Date: ________________________   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 120/276 City of Edmonds Reclassification Form Per City of Edmonds Personnel Policy 5.19 (Reclassification), in the event that an employee may be eligible for a reclassification, a reclassification form and a revised job description, along with the recommended pay grade should be submitted to Human Resources for review. All revised job descriptions and reclassification requests are subject to the Mayor's approval, before submittal to the City Council for their approval and/or the respective Union as required. Employee Name: Jessica Vuong Current Job Title: HR Assistant Proposed Job Title: HR Analyst Department: Human Resources FTE Status: Full-Time Supervisor: RaeAnn Duarte Reason for Reclassification: This request is being submitted due to a significant and sustained change in job duties and responsibilities. Since 2025, following the elimination of the 0.5 FTE HR Analyst position and reduction in professional services funding, the HR Assistant has assumed higher-level responsibilities previously performed by an HR Analyst and a contract HR professional. Summary of Organizational Changes: • Elimination of HR Analyst (0.5 FTE) due to budget reductions in 2025 • Reduction in professional services previously used for recruitment support • Redistribution of analyst-level work across remaining HR staff • Addition of two new bargaining units, increasing labor relations workload • Workforce is approximately 95% union-represented, increasing complexity of HR functions Current vs. Proposed Current (Original Scope): Assists in the administration of Human Resources policies, programs and projects including but not limited to: compensation and benefits, safety/risk management, worker’s compensation, labor relations, organizational development, wellness committee support and compliance assurance. Assists with complex clerical and administrative functions related to various HR programs. Provides assistance in compliance with applicable department procedures and City policies, collective bargaining agreements and/or local, state and federal regulations.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 121/276 Assists with enrollments and employee benefits changes; responds to requests for information; provides information to employees, management, outside agencies and the public. Assists with processing of payroll related information; assists with maintaining the department filing systems, including but not limited to: employee personnel files, human resource program files, reports, etc. Performs data entry and processing of accounts payables and processing for the Human Resources department including Civil Service and LEOFF 1 Disability Board reimbursements. Creates, maintains and updates various assigned databases including assisting with the maintenance of NEOGOV. Prepares letters, reports and other correspondence as assigned. Transcribes notes and meeting minutes as directed. Retrieves, sorts and distributes mail in a timely fashion. Assists with the City’s recruitment process, including but not limited to preparation and distribution of job postings and maintenance of the applicant tracking system (ATS). Regularly monitors and updates the City’s HR website. Assists with collection and preparation of materials including surveys and spreadsheets for the City’s labor relations process. Assists in the completion of special projects as assigned, including: conducting research and collecting data as assigned, training classes, seminars, and materials (and materials) and employee and public events. Serves on the Wellness Committee as a liaison between city staff and Human Resources. Assists HR Analyst with planning and coordinating of annual Health and Wellness Benefits Fair and annual flu shot event. Assists with department events and Boards and committees as directed. Actual (Expanded Scope): Participates in the development, implementation, and day-to-day administration of human resources policies, programs and projects. Responds to inquiries regarding human resources policies, procedures and programs. Receives and processes payroll data changes. Works closely with the payroll division to ensure accurate payroll processing. Assists with the administration of the employee benefit programs including assisting the Human Resources Senior Analyst and/or department head with administering leave programs; provides   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 122/276 direct assistance to employees and families with their benefit programs including enrollments, filing claims, changes and related matters. Monitors, coordinates and expedites claims filed by employees to ensure proper and timely payment of workers’ compensation claims, life insurance, deferred compensation, MEBT activities, disability/service retirements and death benefits. Works with management to review job openings, descriptions and requirements. Assists with and/or coordinates recruitment and selection programs including assessment centers, written/physical ability examinations and preparing interview questions as requested. Performs new hire orientations, exit interviews, and payroll/benefits processing for separating employees. Administers the City’s random drug program for CDL holders, schedules appointments, communicates with supervisors, and maintains confidentiality. Serves on interview panels as assigned; assists with screening applications; performs reference, background, driving record requests, and drug testing scheduling as appropriate; Serves as liaison to the LEOFF I Pension (Disability Board) including: processing claims, obtaining additional information for the Board related to claims, communicating with LEOFF 1 members and taking meeting minutes; schedules meetings and prepares and distributes meeting agendas. Maintains and/or assists with department audits, maintenance of employee personnel records, confidential medical and testing records and related correspondence files; ensures proper maintenance of related files and records in accordance with State, Federal and local laws. Responsible for maintaining appropriate training files. Coordinates and participates in various training sessions, workshops and classes for individuals and employee groups and may participate in or assist with various aspects related to union/labor relations activities as assigned. Assists with research, data collection and surveys as assigned related to compensation, benefits and related personnel programs and practices. Audits accounts payable processing to ensure payment requests are coded to the correct account and are in conformance with the Human Resources and Civil Service budgets. Supports the Human Resources Sr. Analyst in clerical functions related to the MEBT Committee; processes MEBT distribution paperwork as appropriate; assists employees with the hardship withdrawal process in compliance with plan documents and IRS guidelines and accesses the IRS letter forwarding service when required.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 123/276 Maintains follow-up system on personnel reports or actions Summary of Changes: The position has evolved from primarily administrative support to performing professional-level HR work requiring independent judgment, analytical skills, and subject matter expertise. Key changes include: • Previously assisted with HR programs; now actively participates in developing, implementing, and administering them. • Shift from providing general information to independently responding to policy, program, and procedural questions. • Previously assisted with payroll processing; now directly processes changes and coordinates with payroll for accuracy. • Shift from posting jobs and maintaining ATS to coordinating recruitments, screening candidates, developing interview content, and serving on panels. • Now conducts new hire orientations, exit interviews, and handles onboarding/offboarding processes. • Increased involvement in labor relations activities, including support for union-related processes and training. • Now serves as liaison to LEOFF I Board, managing communications, claims processing, and meeting coordination. • Oversees programs such as CDL drug testing and training records management. • Expanded role in conducting research, surveys, and data analysis related to compensation and HR programs. • Now audits accounts payable and ensures budget and policy compliance. These duties align more closely with the classification and expectations of an HR Analyst rather than an HR Assistant. Recommendation: Based on the analysis of assigned duties, level of responsibility, and organizational need, it is recommended that the HR Assistant position be reclassified to HR Analyst to accurately reflect the scope and complexity of the work being performed.   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 124/276 2026 Pay Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 HR Assistant NR-29 77,280.00 81,150.00 85,200.00 89,460.00 93,936.00 98,628.00 103,572.00 HR Analyst NR-32 89,460.00 93,936.00 98,628.00 103,572.00 108,738.00 114,180.00 119,892.00 +3 Grades 2025 Pay NR 29, Step 5 82,880.45 Current Employe Jessica Vuong Current Grade | Step NR-29 | 6 Reclass Grade | Step NR-32 | 4 HR Assistant 98,628.00 Estimated Pay 2026 98,628.00 HR Assistant 32,876.00 January - April HR Analyst, step 4 51,786.00 May - October HR Analyst, step 5 18,123.00 November - December 2026 HR Analys total: 69,909.00 Total Pay 2026 102,785.00 Estimated 2026 Increase 4,157.00 Related Policies 3.07, 5.12 RECLASS ESTIMATE 2026 PAY ESTIMATE 2026 HR Assistant Promotional Reclass to HR Analyst   Item 8.3       Packet pg. 125/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.4 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Unfund (2) WWTP Operators, Add (2) WWTP Supervisors (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Public Works and Utilities PRESENTER:Andy Rheaume, Public Works & Utilities Director NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Staff recommends City Council’s approval to unfund two WWTP Operator positions, add two WWTP Supervisor positions, and approve the corresponding job descriptions. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a regional facility that treats billions of gallons of wastewater and produces thousands of tons of biosolids annually. The WWTP is currently staffed by 20 full-time employees (FTEs) including one WWTP Manager and one WWTP Supervisor responsible for overseeing personnel, assets, projects, regulatory compliance, maintenance, and operations. To enhance supervision and better address the plant’s complex and specialized needs, the administration proposes restructuring key positions. This includes unfunding two WWTP Operator roles and adding two new supervisory positions: a WWTP Assets & Projects Supervisor and a WWTP Regulatory Supervisor. Additionally, the current WWTP Supervisor role will be revised to focus primarily on plant operations. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a regional facility that provides services to Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline, and Olympic View Water & Wastewater District. The plant maintains a laboratory for the analysis of the chemical, physical, and bacteriological processes that treat wastewater. As well as an effluent pumping station that discharges treated wastewater approximately 1300 feet offshore in Puget Sound. In 2020, Council approved a project to replace the old sanitary sludge incinerator with a new gasification process.   The WWTP is staffed by 20 FTEs with specialized training, certifications, and expertise. Current leadership consists of a WWTP Manager and a WWTP Supervisor, who collectively oversee staff, assets, capital projects, regulatory compliance, maintenance, and daily operations. Presently, the Manager and Supervisor roles are vacant.  To strengthen oversight and better support the facility’s complex operational requirements, the   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 126/276 administration is proposing a reorganization of key positions. This proposal would unfund two WWTP Operator positions and establish two new supervisory roles: a WWTP Assets & Projects Supervisor and a WWTP Regulatory Supervisor. In addition, the existing WWTP Supervisor position will be updated to emphasize a primary focus on operations. The additional supervisory positions would provide for a greater breadth of leadership and offer coverage in the absence of the WWTP Manager or a WWTP Supervisor. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council’s approval to unfund two WWTP Operator positions, add two WWTP Supervisor positions, and approve the corresponding job descriptions. BUDGET IMPACTS: The WWTP Supervisor’s salary grade is NR-37 ($114,180 – $153,006/annually). The anticipated salaries of two additional WWTP Supervisors is $251,772/annually. The WWTP Operator 1’s salary grade is Teamster’s J ($82,740 – $100,560/annually). The budgeted salaries of two vacant WWTP Operator 1 is $182,412/annually. There is a difference of $69,360. Salary savings due to several vacancies in the WWTP will offset the increase to salaries from these position changes. ITEM HISTORY: The Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is currently staffed by 20 FTEs, including one WWTP Manager and one WWTP Supervisor. The proposal to amend the current staffing structure by unfunding two WWTP Operator positions and adding two WWTP Supervisor positions, was first presented during the regular City Council meeting on 4/7/2026. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operational Supervisor Job Description – Redlined Wastewater Treatment Plant Operational Supervisor Job Description – Clean Wastewater Treatment Plant Regulatory Supervisor Job Description – Redlined Wastewater Treatment Plant Regulatory Supervisor Job Description – Clean Wastewater Treatment Plant Assets & Projects Supervisor Job Description – Redlined Wastewater Treatment Plant Assets & Projects Supervisor Job Description – Redlined WWTP Restructure Salary Calculations   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 127/276 2026 Pay Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 WWTP Supervisor NR-37 114,180.00 119,892.00 125,886.00 132,174.00 138,786.00 145,728.00 153,006.00 WWTP Operator 1 J 82,740.00 86,868.00 91,206.00 95,778.00 100,560.00 WWTP Operator 2 K 86,868.00 91,206.00 95,778.00 100,560.00 105,600.00 WWTP Operator 3 N 100,560.00 105,600.00 110,868.00 116,400.00 122,232.00 Estimated Salaries for 2026 Annual May - December Estimated Sal+Ben for 2026 Annual May - December (2) WWTP Supervisor, Step 3 251,772.00 167,848.00 (2) WWTP Supervisor, Step 3 327,303.60 218,202.40 (2) WWTP Operator 1, Step 3 182,412.00 121,608.00 (2) WWTP Operator 1, Step 3 237,135.60 158,090.40 Increase 69,360.00 46,240.00 Increase 90,168.00 60,112.00 WWTP Restructure Salary Calculations   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 128/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATIONAL SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17Non-Represented FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:June 06, 2017 Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the operational compliance, laboratory, pretreatment, and chemical hazard management operation and maintenance activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implementing the WWTP’s safety program, nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. Additional responsibilities include oversight of the plant asset management program, utilizing the established records management system and assisting with the development and management of capital projects. This position may will also assist the WWTP Manager in developing and monitoring the annual operating budget and when assigned, perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them.  Supervise and evaluate the performance of daily facility Operations staff, ensuring operational targets are metassigned st;aff, schedule staff and assign shifts to ensure adequate coverage; Pprovide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities. recommend personnel actions and plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of plant staff; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed.. Assure compliance with permit regulations, review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify corrective actions.  Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Oversee the WWTP maintenance management system and asset management program. Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee. Commented [RD1]: Moved to WWTP Asset & Project Supervisor Commented [RD2]: Clarification needed on this job duty   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 129/276 2 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Supervise confined space entry, chemical handling, operational safety, PPE, safety equipment, and spill response compliance. During periods of absence of WWTP assumeManager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned.  Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirements, Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Serve as lead internal QA/QC for all regulatory documents and reports.daily facility Operationsoperational targets are met, Standard Methods compliance, accurate testing, and data integrity. Assure staff are trained in immediate reporting triggers, compliance procedures, sampling protocols, and regulatory requireconfined space entryoperational, PPE, safety equipment, Manage operators, assign shifts, schedule staff, and ensure adequate coverage.Maintain documentation, chain-of-custody, and audit readine Identify and troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Regulatory SupervisoSupervisor on compliance-driven changes. Review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify and Review process data and perform reactive operational adjustments.Review pretreatment activities and inspection reports. Oversee enforcement escalation requiremen Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Administer Capital Improvement projects, make recommendations to the Manager, and as assigned, prepare, advertise, receive, recommend, and award bids according to established City procedures. Oversee projects, approve final payments, and properly close out capital projects. Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications, negotiations, and inspections. Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Process control, and operational guidelines, and performance management methods for an activated Sludge Wastewater Treatment Plant. Facility dynamics, detention times, wasting targets, and operational limitations. SCADA systems, alarm monitoring, and anomaly detection. Maintenance and asset management industry standards. Industry and engineering standards related to the design, operation, and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Commented [RD3]: Moved to WWTP Asset & Project Supervisor   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 130/276 3 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Effective and efficient maintenance of wastewater plant assets. Maintenance practices for wastewater plant assets, including reliability engineering concepts, condition monitoring, optimization principles, and failure mode analysis. Plant instrumentation, control system, and mechanical and electrical standards. Standard methods and Laboratory operations used to test and analyze Wastewater treatment processes for permit compliance. Permit requirements. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies and procedures related togoverning the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Operator certification requirements, licensing, and training standards. Conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements; emergency response procedures for spills, bypasses, and storm events.. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations including confined space protocols and lockout/tagout (LOTO).. Construction safety and site control to ensure safe work during construction and maintenance. Budget preparation and control. Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques. Required Skill in: Planning, organizing and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of a municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. Troubleshooting operational issues such as process changes, equipment failures, and staffing gaps. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff; .training and developing operators for advancement and cross-training; setting clear performance and conduct expectations and providing corrective action. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Planning plant projects and allocating staffing, timelines and budget to complete them. Communicating effectively orally and in writingexpectations, process targets, and shift pass-downs effectively orally and in writing.. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Making rapid decisions during operational upsets, equipment failures, outages, or high flows. Leading emergency response efforts during critical incidents. Meeting schedules and timelines.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 131/276 4 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Working independently with little direction. Planning and organizing work. Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and operating needs. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. . Required Licenses or Certifications: State of Washington Driver’s License A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire. State of Washington Class III Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Must obtain Class IV within 1 year from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Incinerator Operators License within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check Other Requirements: Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 132/276 5 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 133/276 6 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 134/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATIONAL SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17 FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the operational activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implementing the WWTP’s safety program, nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. This position may perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them. Supervise and evaluate the performance of daily facility Operations staff, ensuring operational targets are met; schedule staff and assign shifts to ensure adequate coverage; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee. Supervise confined space entry, chemical handling, operational safety, PPE, safety equipment, and spill response compliance. During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned. Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirements, Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Identify and troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate with Regulatory Supervisor on compliance-driven changes. Review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify and perform reactive operational adjustments.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 135/276 2 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications, negotiations, and inspections. Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Process control, operational guidelines, and performance management methods for an activated Sludge Wastewater Treatment Plant. Facility dynamics, detention times, wasting targets, and operational limitations. SCADA systems, alarm monitoring, and anomaly detection. Maintenance and asset management industry standards. Industry and engineering standards related to the design, operation, and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Maintenance practices for wastewater plant assets, including reliability engineering concepts, condition monitoring, optimization principles, and failure mode analysis. Plant instrumentation, control system, and mechanical and electrical standards. Standard methods and Laboratory operations used to test and analyze Wastewater treatment processes for permit compliance. Permit requirements. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies governing the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Operator certification requirements, licensing, and training standards. Conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements; emergency response procedures for spills, bypasses, and storm events. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations including confined space protocols and lockout/tagout (LOTO). Construction safety and site control to ensure safe work during construction and maintenance. Budget preparation and control. Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 136/276 3 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Required Skill in: Planning, organizing and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of a municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. Troubleshooting operational issues such as process changes, equipment failures, and staffing gaps. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff; training and developing operators for advancement and cross-training; setting clear performance and conduct expectations and providing corrective action. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Planning plant projects and allocating staffing, timelines and budget to complete them. Communicating expectations, process targets, and shift pass-downs effectively orally and in writing. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Making rapid decisions during operational upsets, equipment failures, outages, or high flows. Leading emergency response efforts during critical incidents. Meeting schedules and timelines. Working independently with little direction. Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and operating needs. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. . Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire. State of Washington Class III Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Must obtain Class IV within 1 year from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Incinerator Operators License within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check Other Requirements:   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 137/276 4 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 138/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT REGULATORY SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17Non-Represented FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:June 06, 2017 Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the regulatory compliance, laboratory, pretreatment, and chemical hazard management operation and maintenance activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implementing the WWTP’s safety program, nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. Additional responsibilities include oversight of the plant asset management program, utilizing the established records management system and assisting with the development and management of capital projects. This position may will also assist the WWTP Manager in developing and monitoring the annual operating budget and when assigned, perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the regulatory compliance, laboratory, pretreatment, and chemical hazard management ofoperation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them. Supervise and evaluate the performance assigned staff; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff, recommend personnel actions and plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of plant staff. Utilize manual and automatic samplers to collect samples; utilize a variety of field equipment probes, such as: pH and temperature meters, dissolved oxygen probe and core sampler. Calibrate field meters as needed such as TSS and DO meters. Conduct laboratory analysis such as: pH, suspended solids, volatile and total solids, BOD, COD, ammonia, nitrates, chlorides, chlorine residual, fecal coliform, and alkalinity and microbiological examination and identification. Interpret lab data and determine appropriate process control parameters and work with operators to ensure daily compliance within the parameters. Ensure proper handling, storage and transport of samples to maintain integrity based on standard methods. Commented [RD1]: Who is responsible for this? Commented [AR2R1]: Ops supervisor   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 139/276 2 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Utilizes the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)Operates a computer terminal to prepare a variety of reports and records related to lab test results according to established EPA and Department of Ecology requirements; calculate and compile data and test records. Serve as lead internal QA/QC for all regulatory documents and reports. Maintain State accreditation of laboratory by ensuring staff is properly trained; apply appropriate analytical methods and assure equipment is maintained and operating properly in order for the lab to meet Quality Assurance/Quality Control guidelines and parameters. Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirementsregulations, review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify corrective actions.  Oversee the WWTP maintenance management system and asset management program. Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee. During periods of absence of WWTP assumeManager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned. Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Supervise lab staff and sampling personnel, ensuring Standard Methods compliance, accurate testing, and data integrity. Assure staff are trained in immediate reporting triggers, compliance procedures, sampling protocols, and regulatory requirements. Supervise Chemical Hazard Communications, chemical handling, lab safety, and spill response compliance. Maintain documentation, chain-of-custody, and audit readiness. Supervise pretreatment staff, r. eview pretreatment activities and inspection reports, and oversee enforcement escalation requirements. Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Administer Capital Improvement projects, make recommendations to the Manager, and as assigned, prepare, advertise, receive, recommend, and award bids according to established City procedures. Oversee projects, approve final payments, and properly close out capital projects. Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications, negotiations, and inspections. Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Maintain current knowledge of technical advances in the field; read and remain current on new method development procedures and validation including additional testing and other procedures as required by regulatory agencies.Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Commented [RD3]: Moved to WWTP Asset & Project Supervisor Commented [RD4]: Clarification needed on this job duty Commented [RD5]: Moved to WWTP Asset & Project Supervisor   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 140/276 3 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Process control and operational control, operational guidelines, and performance measurement methods for an activated Ssludge wWastewater tTreatment Pplant. Certified lab methods and procedures. Regulatory requirements and reporting for wastewater treatment plants Maintenance and asset management industry standards. Industry standards related to the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Effective and efficient maintenance of wastewater plant assets. Plant instrumentation, control system and electrical standards. Standard methods and Laboratory operations used to test and analyze Wastewater treatment processes for permit compliance. Permit requirements. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies and governing procedures related to the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations. Budget preparation and control. Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques. Required Skill in: Performing a variety of technical work related to chemical, physical and biological laboratory analysis of process samples in wastewater. Planning, organizing and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of a municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. Preparing periodic and special reports related to quality control and results of laboratory tests according to compliance and certification requirements. Observing changes in colors during titration. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Planning plant projects and allocating staffing, timelines and budget to complete them. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Commented [RD6]: Should this be removed as its covered by the A&P supervisor? Commented [AR7R6]: removed Commented [AR8R6]: removed Commented [RD9]: Should this be removed as its covered by the A&P supervisor? Commented [AR10R9]: removed   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 141/276 4 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Meeting schedules and timelines. Working independently with little direction. Planning and organizing work.Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and operating needs. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire. State of Washington Driver’s License State of Washington Class III Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Must obtain Class IV within 1 yearWork toward Class IV certification from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Incinerator Operators License within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check Other Requirements: Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Commented [RD11]: Is this required for the Regulatory role? Commented [AR12R11]: We no longer have an incinerator so no one needs this license anymore.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 142/276 5 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 143/276 6 of 6 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 144/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT REGULATORY SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17 FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the regulatory compliance, laboratory, pretreatment, and chemical hazard management activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant; ensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff;, nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. This position may perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the regulatory compliance, laboratory, pretreatment, and chemical hazard management of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them. Supervise and evaluate the performance assigned staff; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Utilize manual and automatic samplers to collect samples; utilize a variety of field equipment probes, such as: pH and temperature meters, dissolved oxygen probe and core sampler. Calibrate field meters as needed such as TSS and DO meters. Conduct laboratory analysis such as: pH, suspended solids, BOD, COD, ammonia, nitrates, , chlorine residual, fecal coliform, and microbiological examination and identification Interpret lab data and determine appropriate process control parameters and work with operators to ensure daily compliance within the parameters. Ensure proper handling, storage and transport of samples to maintain integrity based on standard methods. Utilize the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to prepare a variety of reports and records related to lab test results according to established EPA and Department of Ecology requirements; calculate and compile data and test records. Serve as lead internal QA/QC for all regulatory documents and reports. Maintain State accreditation of laboratory by ensuring staff is properly trained; apply appropriate analytical methods and assure equipment is maintained and operating properly in order for the lab to meet Quality Assurance/Quality Control guidelines and parameters.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 145/276 2 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Assure compliance with NPDES permit and all other regulatory requirements, review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify corrective actions. During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned. Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Supervise lab staff and sampling personnel, ensuring Standard Methods compliance, accurate testing, and data integrity. Assure staff are trained in immediate reporting triggers, compliance procedures, sampling protocols, and regulatory requirements. Supervise Chemical Hazard Communications, chemical handling, lab safety, and spill response compliance. Maintain documentation, chain-of-custody, and audit readiness. Supervise pretreatment staff, review pretreatment activities and inspection reports, and oversee enforcement escalation requirements. Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Serve as primary point of contact for Ecology, EPA, and regional agencies on compliance matters. Support the WWTP Manager in regulatory communications, negotiations, and inspections. Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Maintain current knowledge of technical advances in the field; read and remain current on new method development procedures and validation including additional testing and other procedures as required by regulatory agencies. Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Process control, operational guidelines, and performance measurement methods for an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant. Certified lab methods and procedures. Regulatory requirements and reporting for wastewater treatment plants Industry standards related to the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Plant instrumentation, control system and electrical standards. Standard methods and Laboratory operations used to test and analyze Wastewater treatment processes for permit compliance. Permit requirements. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies governing procedures related to the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations. Budget preparation and control.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 146/276 3 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques. Required Skill in: Performing a variety of technical work related to chemical, physical and biological laboratory analysis of process samples in wastewater. Planning, organizing and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of a municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. Preparing periodic and special reports related to quality control and results of laboratory tests according to compliance and certification requirements. Observing changes in colors during titration. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Planning plant projects and allocating staffing, timelines and budget to complete them. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Working independently with little direction. Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and operating needs. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire. State of Washington Class III Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Work toward Class IV certification from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 147/276 4 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Other Requirements: Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 148/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ASSETS & PROJECTS SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17Non-Represented FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:June 06, 2017 Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the operation and maintenanceasset inventory, lifecycle management, maintenance planning, I&C, and procurement activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant.; Responsibilities include oversight of the plant asset management program, utilizing the established records management system and assisting with the development and management of capital projectsensures requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; implementing the WWTP’s safety program, nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. Additional responsibilities include oversight of the plant asset management program, utilizing the established records management system and assisting with the development and management of capital projects. This position will also assist the WWTP Manager in developing and monitoring the annual operating budget andand, when assigned, perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the operation and maintenanceasset, project, and procurement management activities of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them. Supervise and evaluate the performance assigned staff; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff, recommend personnel actions and plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of plant staff. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.Assure compliance with permit regulations, review and process data, monitor results, develop operating strategies and procedures, troubleshoot problems, and identify corrective actions.  Oversee the WWTP maintenance management system and asset management program. Maintain comprehensive asset inventories and lifecycle data; plan for asset repair, placement, reliability, and redundancy; analyze condition, risk, and maintenance requirements; and produce asset status reports. Commented [RD1]: Who will do this? Commented [AR2R1]: regulatory supervisor Commented [RD3]: Who will do this? Commented [AR4R3]: Ops supervisor Commented [RD5]: Should this fall under other supervisors? Commented [AR6R5]: yes   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 149/276 2 of 5 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Act as management lead on the WWTP safety committee. Coordinate with I&C and contracted staff to identify and mitigate electrical and fire hazards; assure annual fire safety inspections are completed. During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned. Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. Administer Capital Improvement projects, make recommendations to the Manager, and as assigned, prepare, advertise, receive, recommend, and award bids according to established City procedures. Oversee projects, approve final payments, and properly close out capital projects. Maintain working knowledge of instrumentation and SCADA to support troubleshooting and planning; work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtown; and generate regular reports on maintenance downtime, and asset performance. Update O&M procedures and asset database as equipment changes; ensure training and CMMS updates for new equipment Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Process control, and operational guidelines, and performance measurement methods for an activated Ssludge Wwastewater Ttreatment pPlant. Maintenance and asset management industry standards. Asset management principles, terminology, and processes, including asset lifecycle management, inventory development, condition and risk assessment, and preservation strategies. Implementation and administration of asset management programs using a CMMS system. Project management tools, processes, and techniques, including RFQ/RFP development and administration. Industry and engineering standards related to wastewater treatment plant design, the operation, and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Effective and efficient maintenance of wastewater plant assetsMaintenance practices for wastewater plant assets, including reliability engineering concepts, condition monitoring, optimization principles, and failure mode analysis.. Plant instrumentation, control system, and mechanical and electrical standards. Standard methods and Laboratory operations used to test and analyze Wastewater treatment processes for permit compliance. Permit requirements. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies and procedures related togoverning wastewater treatment plant operations the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants. Commented [RD7]: Is this still accurate? Commented [AR8R7]: removed Commented [RD9]: Should this be only on the Regulatory Supervisor? Commented [AR10R9]: Yes, removed. Commented [RD11]: Should this be under Regulatory Supervisor? Commented [AR12R11]: Yes, removed.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 150/276 3 of 5 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements. Construction safety and site control to ensure safe work during construction and maintenance. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations. Budget preparation and control. Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques. Required Skill in: Planning, organizing and coordinating the operations and maintenance activities of a municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant. Design and execute asset management procedures and processes to maintain control and to monitor accountability, maintenance and contracts. Using data for project management, lifecycle planning, and reliability analysis. Planning, scheduling, and executing capital and maintenance projects including allocating staffing, timelines and budget; tracking maintenance and project cost impacts; preparing specifications and cost estimates; and managing workloads. Coordinating and managing vendors, consultants, contractors, and other service providers. OverseeingSupervisinge mechanics, electricians, and instrument techs. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Planning plant projects and allocating staffing, timelines and budget to complete them.Tracking maintenance and project cost impacts; ensuring maintenance execution and documentation. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Meeting schedules and timelines. Working independently with little direction. Planning, organizing, and prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and operating needs.Planning and organizing work. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports.. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Commented [RD13]: Should this be in the Operations Supervisor? Commented [AR14R13]: Yes, removed.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 151/276 4 of 5 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations asset management and capital project delivery that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector industrial environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Asset Management and/or Project Management certification Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire.State of Washington Driver’s License State of Washington Class III Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Must work towards obtain Class IV certification within 1 year from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Incinerator Operators License within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check Other Requirements: Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards:   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 152/276 5 of 5 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 153/276 Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 City of EDMONDS Washington WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ASSETS & PROJECTS SUPERVISOR Department:Public Works – Wastewater Treatment Pay Grade NR-37 Bargaining Unit:PROTEC17 FLSA Status:Exempt Revised Date:Reports To:WWTP Manager POSITION PURPOSE: Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates the asset inventory, lifecycle management, maintenance planning, I&C, and procurement activities of the City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. Responsibilities include oversight of the plant asset management program, utilizing the established records management system and assisting with the development and management of capital projects; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; is responsible for planning and scheduling the work of assigned staff; nurturing facility’s culture of ”Safety-First”; implementing programs, policies and procedures that create efficient operations and fiscal responsibility. This position will also assist the WWTP Manager in developing and monitoring the annual operating budget and, when assigned, perform the duties of the WWTP Manager during their absence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of programs, projects and activities as assigned by the Manager related to the asset, project, and procurement management activities of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This function will include design of new processes, programs, and policies as well as the necessary communication and education to successfully implement them. Supervise and evaluate the performance assigned staff; provide coaching, technical training, and development opportunities; manage performance and recommend corrective action, if needed. Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Oversee the WWTP asset management program. Maintain comprehensive asset inventories and lifecycle data; plan for asset repair, placement, reliability, and redundancy; analyze condition, risk, and maintenance requirements; and produce asset status reports. . Coordinate with I&C and contracted staff to identify and mitigate electrical and fire hazards; assure annual fire safety inspections are completed. During periods of absence of WWTP Manager, assume Manager roles and responsibilities as assigned. Prepare, organize, and maintain a wide variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. Provide input to the Manager for the O&M budget process, recommend and plan capital projects, control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 154/276 2 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Administer Capital Improvement projects, make recommendations to the Manager, and as assigned, prepare, advertise, receive, recommend, and award bids according to established City procedures. Oversee projects, approve final payments, and properly close out capital projects. Maintain working knowledge of instrumentation and SCADA to support troubleshooting and planning; work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtown; and generate regular reports on maintenance downtime, and asset performance. Update O&M procedures and asset database as equipment changes; ensure training and CMMS updates for new equipment Communicate with personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Manager regarding assigned functions, assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned, maintain current knowledge of plant instrumentation and control systems, drive a vehicle to various sites to inspect work. Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned, represent the City at a variety of meetings away from the plant site as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge of: Process control, operational guidelines, and performance measurement methods for an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant. Asset management principles, terminology, and processes, including asset lifecycle management, inventory development, condition and risk assessment, and preservation strategies. Implementation and administration of asset management programs using a CMMS system. Project management tools, processes, and techniques, including RFQ/RFP development and administration. Industry and engineering standards related to wastewater treatment plant design, operation, and maintenance. Maintenance practices for wastewater plant assets, including reliability engineering concepts, condition monitoring, optimization principles, and failure mode analysis, Plant instrumentation, control system, and mechanical and electrical standards Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permits, and policies governing wastewater treatment plant operations and conflict resolution techniques. Hazardous chemicals handling and disposal requirements. Construction safety and site control to ensure safe work during construction and maintenance. Chemistry and microbiology related to wastewater treatment. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety standards, rules and regulations. Budget preparation and control. Labor Relations and contract administration. Oral and written communication skills. Record keeping techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Supervisory and training principles, methods and techniques. Required Skill in: Design and execute asset management procedures and processes to maintain control and to monitor accountability, maintenance and contracts.   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 155/276 3 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Using data for project management, lifecycle planning, and reliability analysis. Planning, scheduling, and executing capital and maintenance projects including allocating staffing, timelines and budget; tracking maintenance and project cost impacts; preparing specifications and cost estimates; and managing workloads. Coordinating and managing vendors, consultants, contractors, and other service providers. Supervising mechanics, electricians, and instrument techs. Ensuring requirements and permits are in compliance with local, state and federal agencies. Supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff. Evaluating work practices of operations, maintenance and laboratory departments to implement current industry standards. Tracking maintenance and project cost impacts; ensuring maintenance execution and documentation. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Operating a computer and other office equipment as assigned. Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. Working independently with little direction. Planning, organizing, and prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and operating needs. Preparing and maintaining a variety of comprehensive records, files, and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates Degree in Environmental Science, Water and Wastewater Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant asset management and capital project delivery that includes two years of staff supervisory responsibility; preferably in a municipal or public sector industrial environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Asset Management and/or Project Management certification Required Licenses or Certifications: A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire. A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire. State of Washington Class I Wastewater Operator Certificate upon hire. Must work towards Class IV certification from hire date. CPR and First Aid card, within 6 months of hire Other certifications/licenses may be required within a specified period of time after hire. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check Other Requirements: Ability to pass a mandatory drug test upon conditional job offer. WORKING CONDITIONS:   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 156/276 4 of 4 JOB DESCRIPTION Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor Last Reviewed: 10/11/2022 Last Revised: 06/06/2017 Environment: Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Working in a confined or classified space Physical Abilities: Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operate a variety of grounds equipment and power and hand tools. Operate a computer keyboard or other office equipment. Read a variety of materials and instruments and possess close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ascending/descending ladders Lifting/ carrying or otherwise moving or transporting heavy objects, frequently up to 50lbs. Sitting/standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Walking or otherwise moving over rough or uneven surfaces while performing inspections and investigations. Performing repetitive motions, including balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, and standing, pushing, pulling and using stairs. Working in tight spaces Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy. Hazards: Exposure to chemicals, used in Wastewater treatment including but not limited to Sodium Hypochlorite, Caustic Soda, Bisulfate, Polymers, Clay, Lime and Carbon. Exposure to raw and treated sewage, odors associated with sewage treatment, high heat and moving equipment. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, herbicides and dust. Working at heights using ladders and structures Working around and with sometimes noisy machinery having moving parts Exposure to slippery surfaces, damp spaces while cleaning in and around equipment. Exposure to electrical power supply and high voltage. Incumbent Signature: ____________________________________Date: ________________________ Department Head: _______________________________________Date: ________________________   Item 8.4       Packet pg. 157/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.5 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval of claim checks. (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:Richard Gould NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approval of claim checks. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$504,763.19 ☒ Approved in Budget Fund(s):various ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Approval of claim checks #281427 – #281531 dated April 8, 2026 for $504,763.19 (re-issued check #281483 $400.00). CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The Council President shall be designated as the auditing committee for the city council. The council president shall review the documentation supporting claims paid and review for approval by the city council at its next regular public meeting all checks or warrants issued in payment of any claim, demand or voucher. A list of each claim, demand or voucher approved and each check or warrant issued indicating the check or warrant number, the amount paid and the vendor or payee shall be filed in the city council office for review by individual councilmembers prior to each regularly scheduled public meeting. RECOMMENDATION: Approval of claim checks. BUDGET IMPACTS: $504,763.19 ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment #1 – Claim checks dated April 8, 2026   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 158/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 159/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 160/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 161/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 162/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 163/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 164/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 165/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 166/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 167/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 168/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 169/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 170/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 171/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 172/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 173/276   Item 8.5       Packet pg. 174/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.6 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Update to Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) By-Laws (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Community Services and Economic Development PRESENTER:Todd Tatum NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approve the Downtown Business Improvement District’s (BID) bylaws as amended by the BID Board. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: When the BID was established, it adopted bylaws to govern its operations. Under ECC 3.75.120, amendments to those bylaws require approval from the City Council. On March 30, 2026, the BID Board met to review the proposed amendments and voted to recommend approval. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: As the BID reviewed board member term limits ahead of their regularly scheduled annual meeting in April, it became clear that active members would be required to step down under the existing bylaw term limits. Because the Board is currently developing a 3–5 year work plan, they determined that the current term limit structure, while originally well intentioned, would disrupt the continuity and institutional knowledge needed to carry this work forward. To address this, the Board has approved removing term limits for both board members and officer positions. To ensure accountability over time, they also added a requirement to review this decision every five years and make adjustments if needed. The specific bylaw updates are outlined in the attached document. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Downtown Business Improvement District’s (BID) bylaws as amended by the BID Board. BUDGET IMPACTS: None. ITEM HISTORY: The bylaws were last updated in 2017. The agenda item you are seeing tonight was placed on council’s study session on April 8 under “items for future consent.” ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Proposed update to BID bylaws   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 175/276 1 BY-LAWS OF THE EDMONDS DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT MEMBERS ADVISORY BOARD (Approved by the Alliance Board on July 13, 2017; Approved by City Council on August 15, 2017 Approved by the Alliance Board on March 30, 2026; Approved by City Council on April XX, 2026) ARTICLE I Section 1.1 Definitions. As used in these Bylaws, the following terms shall have the following meanings: (a) “Board” means the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District Members Advisory Board (b) “RCW” means the Revised Code of Washington. (c) “ECC” means the City of Edmonds Code. ARTICLE II PURPOSE OF THE BOARD Section 2.1 Advisory Capacity. The Board shall serve in advisory capacity regarding the uses of Business Improvement District assessments collected under ECC Chapter 3.75.020 and 3.75.040 which shall include recommending annual business plans pursuant to ECC 3.75.120 ARTICLE III NAME AND PURPOSE OF THE EDMONDS DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Section 3.1. Name of Business Improvement District. The name of the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District is Ed! - Edmonds Downtown Alliance (the “Alliance”).. Section 3.2. Purpose of Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District. The purpose of the Alliance as an economic unit shall be to encourage, promote, and participate in activities enhancing the general economic conditions within the Alliance boundaries by engaging in activities related to the following: A. Marketing & Hospitality: may include maps/brochures/kiosks/directories, web site, social media, marketing/advertising campaigns, holiday decorations, street performers/artists, historic education/heritage advocacy, special public events   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 176/276 2 B. Safety & Cleanliness: may include maintenance, security, pedestrian environment enhancements C. Appearance & Environment: may include design enhancements, neighborhood advocacy & communication, streetscapes/lighting/furniture D. Transportation: may include transportation alternatives, directional signage, parking management & mitigation E. Business Recruitment & Retention: may include education/seminars, market research, business recruitment F. Administration: may include contract staff & professional services, administration costs ARTICLE IV ESTABLISHMENT OF EDMONDS DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Section 4.1. Composition of the Alliance. City of Edmonds Ordinance 3909, adopted on January 15, 2013, added a new Chapter to the Edmonds City Code Titled Chapter 3.75, Business Improvement District, thus establishing the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District. The Business Improvement District consists of rate paying members of the business community within a defined BID boundary (see Attachment A). Governmental entities, public utilities, nonprofits operating under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) will not be assessed. ECC 3.75.120 calls for the establishment of a Board to direct the affairs of the Alliance. ARTICLE V OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERSHIP Section 5.1. Alliance Board a. Composition: The Alliance Board shall consist of seven to eleven Alliance members. To the best possible degree, members of the Alliance Board will be composed of both open door and by appointment Alliance members in rough proportion to the dollar value of assessments to be levied on each classification of businesses. Additionally, Alliance members strive for Board makeup that represents distribution by district location and types of service, retail, and size of business. Per ECC 3.75.120, the City of Edmonds Finance and Community Services/Economic Development Directors, shall serve as non-voting ex officio members of the Board.. b. Eligibility: All members, in good standing and having fulfilled the requirements of membership, of the Alliance shall be eligible to serve on the Board. Each Board member will serve a term of three (3) years. Approximately one-third (1/3) of the authorized number of board members shall be elected each year at an annual meeting of Alliance members for terms of three (3) years each, from and after election, by a majority vote of Alliance members in attendance at the annual meeting, or by absentee ballot. The Board shall review Board member terms in Section 5.1 to determine if changes are needed to address the length of terms or the need for term limits every five (5) years, with the first review no later than Formatted: List Paragraph, Indent: Left: 1.25", Right: 0.41", Space Before: 0.05 pt, Numbered + Level: 2 + Numbering Style: a, b, c, … + Start at: 1 + Alignment: Left + Aligned at: 1.25" + Indent at: 1.5", Tab stops: 1.5", Left   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 177/276 3 February 1st, 2031. After the completion of two (2) consecutive three (3) year terms, one (1) year must elapse before the member is again eligible for re-election to the Board. b.c. Annual Election: Members will be notified of the time and place of the Annual Meeting of Members in an announcement accompanying the solicitation of nominees to the Board for the following year. This notification shall also go to the City of Edmonds. This notification must be sent at least 30 days prior to the Annual Meeting and shall require that all board nominations be received at least 14 days prior to the date of the annual meeting. The membership committee of the Alliance Board shall compile all nominations received and shall provide nominations, as necessary, in addition to those received from the Alliance members. A second notice of the Annual Meeting, along with a list of candidates, and an absentee ballot, will be sent to all members at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the Annual Meeting (see Article VIII, Section 8.1). The absentee ballot may be returned no later than the date of the Annual Meeting. An agenda of business to be conducted will also be included. This agenda must include the item of annual election of Board members. The Annual Meeting shall be held in the month of April, or as determined by the Alliance Board. c.d. Vacancies: If for any reason a place on the Alliance Board becomes vacant before a term of membership expires, the vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the president of the Alliance Board with the majority approval of the Alliance Board at the time of the appointment. d.e. Attendance at Meetings. Attendance at all meetings is expected of Board members. Any member of the Board anticipating an absence from a scheduled meeting shall notify the President of the Board or Secretary in advance of the meeting. e.f. Removal of Members. (a) If a member of the Board is absent from three (3) consecutive regular meetings of the Board without reasonable cause as determined by the Board, such member may be considered to have tendered his or her resignation to the Members Advisory Board, and may be notified in writing by the Secretary of that fact. The Board has discretion to waive such resignation for reasons deemed valid. (b) Members of the Board may be removed by the Edmonds City Council for misfeasance or for other reasons pursuant to general removal provisions enacted by the Edmonds City Council for boards and commissions. f.g. Conflicts of Interest. (a) No Board member shall be beneficially interested, directly or indirectly, in any contract which may be made by, through or under the supervision of the Board, in whole or in part, or which may be made for the benefit of his or her office, or accept, directly or indirectly, any compensation, gratuity or reward in connection with such contract from any other person beneficially interested therein, except as provided by paragraph (b) below. Formatted: Superscript   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 178/276 4 (b) A Board member is not interested in a contract, within the meaning of paragraph (a) above and RCW 42.23.030, if (i) he or she has only a remote interest in the contract (as that term is defined in RCW 42.23.040), (ii) the extent of his or her interest is disclosed to the Board and noted in the official minutes of the Board prior to the formation of the contract, and (iii) thereafter the Board authorizes, approves or ratifies the contract in good faith by a vote of its membership sufficient for the purpose without counting the vote of the member having the remote interest. (c) Alliance Board members shall serve without compensation. Section 5.2. Officers. The Officers of the Alliance Board shall be a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. a. Election and Terms of Officers. The officers of the Board shall be elected from among its members at the first regular Annual Meeting following the Annual Meeting of Members held in each calendar year. Officers may be elected to successive terms., The Board shall review Officer terms in Section 5.2 to determine if changes are needed to address the length of terms or the need for term limits every five (5) years, with the first review no later than February 1st, 2031. provided, however, that no person shall serve as an officer for more than two (2) consecutive terms. b. Powers and Duties. The officers of the Board shall have the following duties: (a) President: The president shall preside over the Annual Meeting of the Alliance members and all Board meetings. The president shall prepare meeting agendas in consultation with the Secretary or the Alliance administrator (if hired) as deemed appropriate by the president. The president shall appoint members to fill any unexpired term of the Alliance Board as described under Article V, Section 5.1 (d) Vacancies. The president shall be responsible for the overall governance and direction of the Alliance. (b) Vice-President: The vice-president shall fulfill all the functions of the president in his/her absence. The vice-president shall ensure that either he/she or the Alliance administrator (if hired) maintains a current membership roster as set forth in Article VII, Section 4 and sends it, semi- annually, to the Program Coordinator of the City’s Economic Development Department. (c) Secretary: The secretary shall have the responsibility to record and verify all minutes of the Board meetings and prepare and send agendas for board meetings and annual meetings of members in addition to posting Alliance meeting minutes on the Alliance website or ensure that the Alliance administrator (if hired) execute all or part of this responsibility. (d) Treasurer: The treasurer shall have the responsibility to oversee the finances of the Alliance and provide the Board and City of Edmonds with quarterly financial statements and the Alliance members with an annual Formatted: Superscript   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 179/276 5 financial statement. He/she shall serve as liaison to the City of Edmonds on all matters of mutual financial concern. He/she will work with the Alliance administrator or board contracted agent on all employee, state and federal tax reporting. c. Purchasing. The President and Treasurer and Alliance Administrator (if hired) are authorized to make purchases pursuant to Board approvals. The President and Treasurer may make purchases not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars ($250) without prior Board approval so long as such purchases are directly related to Board-approved work plan programs, projects or activities. Section 5.3. Alliance Officer Nominations. The nomination and election of the officers of the Alliance shall be done at the start of the first Board meeting following the Annual Meeting [see Article VIII, Section 8.2(a)] with the nominating and electing process as follows. a. The floor shall be opened to nominations and closed when all nominations have been made. Nominees must be present, or have submitted a letter of intent. b. The nominees for each office shall be announced. c. An election by secret and written ballot shall be made by those members in attendance at the Alliance Board meeting. Each office will be voted on separately. d. The Alliance administrator (if hired) shall tally the votes and announce the winners. In the event of a tie, an election will be conducted between the two individuals and the process repeated until a winner is proclaimed. In the event of no Alliance administrator, the President shall appoint a board member to tally the votes and announce a winner. Section 5.4. Standing Committees. During the third quarter of each year, the Alliance Board shall develop an operational budget and form standing committees. At Alliance Board discretion, committees may be added or removed, but the following requirements will apply: a. Each non-officer Board member will participate on a committee. b. The president may be a non-voting ex-officio member of all committees. c. Committee membership may include member volunteers and others with a tangible interest in the welfare of the Alliance as determined by the Board. d. Committee members shall annually, during the third quarter, recommend a schedule of future action and activities for the following year’s work plan and budgeting purposes. Once the budget is approved by the Alliance Board and Edmonds City Council, each committee shall oversee the schedule of projects, with the assistance of the Alliance administrator (if hired). In the absence of committee oversight of the schedule of projects, the Alliance Board president, vice president or other designated Board member may provide such oversight. Marketing Committee The committee shall direct activities toward stimulation of general commerce, promotion and creation of the Alliance’s image and creation of marketing strategies in   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 180/276 6 order to attract targeted groups.   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 181/276 7 Appearance and Environment (includes beautification and maintenance) Committee In coordination with other local efforts, the committee shall plan for possible capital, beautification and maintenance projects as appropriate within and extending to the boundaries of the Alliance. The committee shall recommend an adequate schedule for pedestrian amenities, street areas and Alliance parking enhancements, signage improvements, and any other beautification or maintenance projects as may be approved by the Alliance Board. In the event of no Alliance administrator, the schedule will be supervised by the Alliance Board President, Vice President, or designated Board Member or Alliance member. Professional Business Resources, Recruitment and Retention Committee The committee shall research and make recommendations for coordinating business education/training classes/seminars, helping recruit businesses, and market research. The committee may also develop a list of product categories and services currently available in the area. The most desirable mix of products and services shall be reviewed and recommended by this committee based on market research. The committee shall make recommendations to the Alliance Board for how to best utilize information and research for the good of the Alliance. Communications and Outreach Committee The committee shall be responsible for overall communications with Alliance members and the nomination process for Alliance Board members. The committee shall be alert during the year to identify those members who have shown an interest and desire to serve on the Alliance Board and its committees, in order to provide assistance to the Alliance in selection of Alliance Board members. This committee will assure that officers carry out the requirements of the Annual Meeting (see Article V, Section 5.1(c) and Article VIII, Section 8.1) and shall be responsible for general communications with members (via mail, email, website or any other form of communication). ARTICLE VI PROGRAM MANAGEMENT Pursuant to ECC.3.75.140, the Alliance Board may create a separate organization or entity, incorporated with the State of Washington, responsible for the management of Alliance administration and programs. This entity will enter into an agency agreement with the City of Edmonds.   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 182/276 8 ARTICLE VII EDMONDS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT CONSULTANT SERVICES The Alliance Board may contract for consultant services under the direction of the president with the concurrence of the Board. Such consultants’ remuneration and duties may be governed by a contract or employment and description of job duties. For services outside of the purchasing threshold, as identified in the City of Edmonds purchasing policy adopted by the Alliance Board, a proposal process will be required. All eligible proposers, including Alliance members or associates, shall have the option to propose. To make the selection procedure as transparent as possible, the instructions to consultants shall specify the evaluation criteria and the period of validity of submittals. The Alliance Board will review and process all proposals based on pre-determined criteria and overall value (economic and otherwise) to the Alliance. ARTICLE VIII MEMBERSHIP Section 8.1. Membership shall consist of all business owners located within the boundaries of the Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District as detailed in Attachment A and Ordinance 3909. Section 8.2. In the case of corporations or partnerships, the business shall designate an individual and his/her alternate to represent it officially. There shall be no duplication or expansion of membership by reason of the internal organization of any member company. Section 8.3. Membership shall consist of all rate-paying persons, partnerships or business owners who maintain a place of business within the boundaries of the Alliance. Governmental entities, public utilities, nonprofits operating under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) shall be exempt from assessment and membership. However, voluntary payment of the corresponding assessment amounts per ECC3.75.040 by an exempt entity shall constitute membership in the Alliance. Section 8.4. The Alliance vice president, with the assistance of the Alliance administrator (if hired) shall be responsible for the preparation of a membership list setting forth the names and addresses of members and the official representative and alternate representative of each. A representative once designated shall be conclusively presumed to continue in the capacity until the receipt of written notice, from an officer of the member firm, naming a replacement. Section 8.5. No stock or shares in the Alliance will be issued.   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 183/276 9 ARTICLE IX MEETINGS OF THE EDMONDS DOWNTOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Section 9.1. Annual Meeting of Members. The Annual Meeting of Members of the Alliance shall be held in the month of April for the purpose of electing members of the Alliance Board of Directors. Other business shall include any appropriate items. Notice of the Annual Meeting shall accompany the solicitation of nominees sent at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Meeting. It is the responsibility of members to notify the Alliance and City of Edmonds of any change of address or ownership. Section 9.2. Meetings of Alliance Board. a. At the next regularly scheduled Alliance Board meeting following the Annual Meeting of Members, the Board will elect the officers of the Alliance Board. (See Article V, Section 5.3) b. The Alliance Board shall meet no less frequently than once a quarter, on the second Thursday of the first month of each quarter at 8:00 am, except that no meeting is required in December. Draft minutes of the previous Alliance Board meeting and any communications from standing committees will be delivered to each member of the Alliance Board three (3) days prior to the meeting. Notice of the regular Board meetings will be provided as required by state statutory provisions. c. The Alliance’s secretary, or designee, shall keep accurate minutes of the proceedings and decisions of the Alliance Board meetings. The Alliance’s secretary shall verify the Board minutes prior to delivery to the Alliance Board prior to the following meeting, in addition to posting Board-approved Alliance6meeting minutes on the Alliance website. d. Any member may attend any meeting of the Alliance Board and this policy shall be posted on the Alliance website. Upon request, a member may speak to an item before the Alliance Board for a period of time as determined by the Board. Upon request, a member may raise issues for discussion by the Board, but notification to Board members must precede the discussion. Non-Board member Alliance members may not vote at Board Meetings. e. For the purposes of conducting business, a majority gathering of Alliance Board Members will be considered a quorum of the Alliance. f. A majority of those voting, if quorum is present, shall constitute a deciding vote by the Alliance. g. The president may declare emergency Board meetings and waive required notice pursuant to RCW 42.30.070. Section 9.3. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Alliance may be held any time upon the request of three (3) or more Alliance Board members who may desire to call such a meeting, providing that these Board members first notify the community services/economic development director who shall provide notice according to the public notice requirements for special meetings set out by state statutory and city code provisions.   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 184/276 10 ARTICLE X SEAL The Alliance shall have no seal until such a time as the Alliance Board and president of the Alliance may adopt one as part of an appropriate resolution. ARTICLE XI AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS These by-laws may be altered, supplemented, amended or repealed at any regular or special meeting of the Alliance Board as designated in board quorum, Article VIII, section 2 (f), provided notice of the proposed change has been mailed to all members at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting at which such proposed change is to be considered. ARTICLE XII ASSESSMENT No member of the Alliance shall be personally liable for the debts or liabilities of the Alliance, except to the extent of any unpaid portion of dues or assessments or signed contracts with the Alliance. Dues or assessments shall be established per City of Edmonds Ordinance 3909. It is expressly provided that, without limiting the generality of this provision, no assessment, charge or levy shall ever be made by any receiver, trustee in bankruptcy, assignee for the benefit of creditors, court or judgment creditor. ARTICLE XIII PROCEDURE The rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, and more specifically, the modified rules for small boards and committees, shall govern the Alliance in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any special rules of order the Alliance may adopt.   Item 8.6       Packet pg. 185/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.7 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Legal Assessment Committee Proposed Work Plan (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:City Council Office PRESENTER:Teresa Simanton NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approve the proposed 2024 Legal Assessment Committee Workplan. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The Legal Assessment Committee, comprised of Councilmembers Susan Paine (Chair) and Jenna Nand, commenced its monthly meetings in January of 2026. After consultation with the Council President, the Legal Assessment Committee proposes the attached work plan for 2026. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The Legal Assessment Committee meets monthly and updates the legal assessment work plan every year. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the proposed 2024 Legal Assessment Committee Workplan. BUDGET IMPACTS: 0 ITEM HISTORY: In 2023, Council passed Ordinance 4318, which amended Chapter 2.05, “City Attorney and City Prosecutor,” to authorize the creation of a Legal Assessment Committee. The mission of this committee is to conduct an annual review of the city attorney’s and the city prosecutor’s performance and, periodically, to make recommendations regarding any proposed changes “to the continue with the present professional services contracts, publicize a request for proposal process, or seek to transition towards making either the city attorney or city prosecutor positions as employees of the city administration.” ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: ECC 2.05.035 Legal Assessment Committee – Proposed Work Plan for 2026   Item 8.7       Packet pg. 186/276 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4372, passed November 4, 2024. Disclaimer: The city clerk’s office has the official version of the Edmonds City Code. Users should contact the city clerk’s office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. City Website: www.edmondswa.gov Hosted by General Code. 2.05.035 Performance review. The city council shall convene a permanent, standing legal assessment committee, comprised entirely of three council members or less, who undertake the responsibility of assessing both the city attorney and the city prosecutor’s performance on an annual basis. The legal assessment committee may make a recommendation, from time to time, as needed, to the entire council to either continue with the present professional services contracts, publicize a request for proposal process, or seek to transition towards making either the city attorney or city prosecutor positions as employees of the city administration. The mayor and city council may also conduct joint performance reviews as appropriate. [Ord. 4318 § 2 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4279 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022]. Ch. 2.05 City Attorney and City Prosecutor | Edmonds City Code Page 1 of 1 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4372, passed November 4, 2024.   Item 8.7       Packet pg. 187/276 PU Edmonds City Council LEGAL ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM 121 - 5TH AVENUE N, EDMONDS, WA 98020 Proposed 2026 Legal Assessment Committee Work Plan COMMITTEE MEMBERS: SUSAN PAINE, JENNA NAND 1. Annual Assessment of Legal Vendors 1. City Attorneys’ Assessment: • Legal Assessment Committee members will Initiate input from the following members of Edmonds city government: • Elected Officials: Mayor, Councilmembers • Administration/Staff who regularly interact with City Attorneys: Directors, Senior Management, Court Staff (e.g. Court Administrator), Police Staff (e.g. Public Information Officer) • This outreach will consist of an email with specific feedback-focused questions that the Legal Assessment Committee members would be available to receive at any time. Committee members will make specific outreach inquiries. (June 2026) To include budget considerations by May, 2026. • Have follow up meeting with a representative of the city attorney firm to discuss results of feedback. (July 2026) • Draft a memo to be presented to Council and the public summarizing results of the review process with the Committee’s recommendation (if any). (August 2026) 2. City Prosecutor Assessment: • The Legal Assessment Committee will receive, from HR and review, monthly reports regarding the City Prosecutor contract obligations per the amended contract. • The Legal Assessment Committee will participate in meetings as needed and as referenced in the amended contract, in person or by videoconference, for the purpose of a more detailed performance report from the contractor.   Item 8.7       Packet pg. 188/276 • Have regular meetings with representative of the City Prosecutor firm. • Draft a memo to be presented to Council and the public summarizing results of the interview process with the Committee’s recommendation (if any). (July 2026)   Item 8.7       Packet pg. 189/276 City Council Agenda Item 8.8 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Budget Amendment April 2026 (Second Reading) (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:Richard Gould NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Adopt an ordinance of the City of Edmonds, Washington, amending Ordinance No. 4422 as a result of unanticipated transfers and expenditures of various funds, and fixing a time when the same shall become effective. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$403,086 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):001,017,111,125,421,422, 423 & 512.☒ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: This will be the first Budget Amendment for 2026. It is necessitated by one project in the Marsh Fund, IT additional expenditures and a Park Impact Fee study. We will also be increasing expenditures in the REET Fund (125) for labor costs that were reduced in the General Fund for the Parks Capital Project Manager. The addition of Transportation Benefit District (TBD) sales tax revenue is also included projected ot be $660,000. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Last year the first Budget Amendment was made in May. It was primarily due to the mayor’s budget cuts (approximately $1.5m) and a capital project from Parks. Later in the year we modified the Biennial Budget in November/December as is a usual practice with Biennial Budgets for the many adjustments that usually happen by mid biennium. It is a best practice to keep budget amendments to a minimum. The goal here is to have no more than two budget amendments annually. The modification is a budget amendment. The problem with multiple Budget Amendments is in the following of the original budget started and to track the changes without the reports becoming difficult to manage. Now, due to the early date of this amendment we may need a mid-year one for fund balance adjustments made during year end and the State Audit. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt an ordinance of the City of Edmonds, Washington, amending Ordinance No. 4422 as a result of unanticipated transfers and expenditures of various funds, and fixing a time when the same shall become effective. BUDGET IMPACTS:   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 190/276 Total Expenditures are increased by $1,195,579. Total Revenues are increased by $1,598,665. The net impact is $403,086 increase to the total fund balance. ITEM HISTORY: This Budget Amendment was presented by the Finance Committee on March 17, 2026 and by the City Council on April 7, 2026. The current amendment provided today added in the TBD sales tax revenues of $660,000. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: 2026 April Budget Amendment Ordinance – updated. April 2026 Budget Amendment item summary – updated. Decision Package Detail Information. Supporting documentation.   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 191/276 1 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4422 AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. WHEREAS, previous actions taken by the City Council require Interfund Transfers and increases in appropriations; and WHEREAS, state law requires an ordinance be adopted whenever money is transferred from one fund to another; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the amended budget appropriations and information which was made available; and approves the appropriation of local, state, and federal funds and the increase or decrease from previously approved programs within the 2025-2026 Budget; and WHEREAS, the applications of funds have been identified; THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Section 1. of Ordinance No. 4422 adopting the final budget for the biennial years 2025-2026 is hereby amended to reflect the changes shown in Exhibits A, B, C, and D adopted herein by reference.   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 192/276 2 Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifically delegated to the City legislative body, 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/AUTHENTICATE: 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.   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 193/276 3 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. _________ of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the ___th day of April, 2026, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. XXXX. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4422 AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this _____ day of ________________, 2026. CITY CLERK, LUKE LONIE   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 194/276 EXHIBIT “A”: Budget Amendment Summary (April 2026) 4 2025 2026 UNAUDITED ADJUSTED BUDGET FUND FUND PRELIMINARY BEGINNING 2025-2026 2025-2026 ENDING NO. DESCRIPTION FUND BALANCE REVENUE EXPENDITURES FUND BALANCE 001 GENERAL FUND 1,336,357 110,617,025 109,565,322 2,388,060 009 LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE 19,441 550,000 629,000 (59,559) 011 RISK MANAGEMENT RESERVE FUND - - - - 012 CONTINGENCY RESERVE FUND 2,228,672 - - 2,228,672 014 HISTORIC PRESERVATION GIFT FUND 4,559 - 11,400 (6,841) 016 BUILDING MAINTENANCE 2,380,534 194,410 2,714,068 (139,124) 017 MARSH RESTORATION & PRESERVATION FUND 861,616 50,000 183,960 727,656 018 EDMONDS HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE FUND 200,000 - 196,425 3,575 019 EDMONDS OPIOID RESPONSE FUND 456,556 100,000 450,000 106,556 104 DRUG ENFORCEMENT FUND 47,981 9,400 40,000 17,381 111 STREET FUND 177,530 5,545,000 5,374,146 348,384 112 COMBINED STREET CONST/IMPROVE 3,211,126 12,153,779 11,206,049 4,158,856 117 MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND 671,730 548,241 768,927 451,044 118 MEMORIAL STREET TREE - - - - 120 HOTEL/MOTEL TAX REVENUE FUND 165,422 258,410 290,000 133,832 121 EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND 12,691 110,290 65,173 57,808 122 YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND 20,769 4,750 6,000 19,519 123 TOURISM PROMOTIONAL FUND/ARTS 151,599 57,970 84,800 124,769 125 PARK ACQ/IMPROVEMENT 2,432,519 3,787,950 3,238,613 2,981,856 126 SPECIAL CAPITAL FUND 4,631,092 4,043,320 4,054,434 4,619,978 127 GIFTS CATALOG FUND 3,027,911 677,940 1,298,953 2,406,898 130 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROV 130,453 675,719 671,945 134,227 136 PARKS TRUST FUND - - - - 137 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FD 1,269,638 183,761 311,124 1,142,275 138 SISTER CITY COMMISSION 17,896 17,540 14,800 20,636 140 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FUND 34,037 158,418 173,320 19,135 141 AFFORDABLE & SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FUND 380,831 130,000 - 510,831 142 EDMONDS RESCUE PLAN FUND 833 - - 833 143 TREE FUND 135,348 141,761 150,000 127,109 211 LID FUND CONTROL - - - - 231 2012 LTGO DEBT SERVICE FUND 0 607,060 607,760 (700) 332 PARKS CONSTRUCTION 299,964 684,482 237,035 747,411 421 WATER 1 19,604,419 26,894,575 41,240,704 5,258,290 422 STORM1 11,007,902 22,124,042 23,800,916 9,331,028 423 SEWER / TREATMENT PLANT1 16,635,982 39,829,016 40,183,800 16,281,198 424 BOND RESERVE FUND - 2,323,310 2,297,790 25,520 511 EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND1 5,380,342 4,889,190 4,121,587 6,147,945 512 Technology Rental Fund1 906,736 5,077,196 5,010,600 973,332 617 FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND - - - - Totals 77,842,486 242,444,555 258,998,651 61,288,390 1 Fund balance from Preliminary December 2024 Quarterly Report   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 195/276 EXHIBIT “B”: Budget Amendments by Revenue (April 2026) 5 2025 Adopted Adopted 2026 Adopted 2025 2026 Adopted 2026 Adopted Proposed 2026 Total Budget Amendment Modification Amended Budget Modification Amendment Amended Amended FUND FUND Ord. #4377 Ord. #4392 Ord. #4422 Revenue Ord. #4377 Ord. #4422 Ord. # Revenue Revenue NO. DESCRIPTION 1/1/2025 5/6/2025 12/24/2025 Budget 1/1/2025 12/24/2025 Budget Budget 001 General Fund 59,044,690$ 439,117$ (317,722)$ 59,166,085$ 53,405,494$ (2,046,554)$ 92,000$ 51,450,940$ 110,617,025$ 009 Leoff-Medical Ins. Reserve 275,000 - - 275,000 275,000 - - 275,000 550,000 011 Risk Management Reserve Fund - - - - - - - - - 012 Contingency Reserve Fund - - - - - - - - - 014 Historic Preservation Gift Fund - - - - - - - - - 016 Building Maintenance Fund 100,340 - - 100,340 94,070 - - 94,070 194,410 017 Marsh Restoration & Preservation Fund - - - - - - 50,000 50,000 50,000 018 Edmonds Homelessness Response Fund - - - - - - - - - 019 Edmonds Opioid Response Fund 50,000 - - 50,000 50,000 - - 50,000 100,000 104 Drug Enforcement Fund 4,790 - - 4,790 4,610 - - 4,610 9,400 111 Street Fund 2,440,000 - - 2,440,000 2,430,000 15,000 660,000 3,105,000 5,545,000 112 Combined Street Const/Improve 4,619,540 332,142 (1,825,764) 3,125,918 6,215,209 2,812,652 - 9,027,861 12,153,779 117 Municipal Arts Acquis. Fund 297,560 129,261 - 426,821 165,920 (44,500) - 121,420 548,241 120 Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue Fund 129,500 - - 129,500 128,910 - - 128,910 258,410 121 Employee Parking Permit Fund 55,340 - - 55,340 54,950 - - 54,950 110,290 122 Youth Scholarship Fund 2,410 - - 2,410 2,340 - - 2,340 4,750 123 Tourism Promotional Fund/Arts 49,230 - - 49,230 8,740 - - 8,740 57,970 125 Park Acq/Improvement 1,648,620 - - 1,648,620 1,639,330 500,000 - 2,139,330 3,787,950 126 Special Capital Fund 1,780,420 - - 1,780,420 1,762,900 500,000 - 2,262,900 4,043,320 127 Gifts Catalog Fund 345,580 - - 345,580 332,360 - - 332,360 677,940 130 Cemetery Maintenance/Improv 197,780 275,377 - 473,157 202,562 - - 202,562 675,719 137 Cemetery Maintenance Trust Fd 101,090 (14,253) - 86,837 96,924 - - 96,924 183,761 138 Sister City Commission 11,310 - - 11,310 6,230 - - 6,230 17,540 140 Business Improvement District Fund 79,209 - - 79,209 79,209 - - 79,209 158,418 141 Affordable and Supportive Housing Fund 65,000 - - 65,000 65,000 - - 65,000 130,000 142 Edmonds Rescue Plan Fund - - - - - - - - - 143 Tree Fund 83,502 - - 83,502 58,259 - - 58,259 141,761 211 Lid Fund Control - - - - - - - - - 231 2012 LTGO Debt Service fund 305,870 - - 305,870 301,190 - - 301,190 607,060 332 Parks Construction 209,450 266,172 (127,000) 348,622 208,860 127,000 - 335,860 684,482 421 Water 11,863,672 - - 11,863,672 14,779,973 250,930 - 15,030,903 26,894,575 422 Storm 9,494,779 360,889 (582,154) 9,273,514 11,313,854 761,034 775,640 12,850,528 22,124,042 423 Sewer / Treatment Plant 19,329,568 - - 19,329,568 20,579,448 (80,000) - 20,499,448 39,829,016 424 Bond Reserve Fund 1,174,920 - - 1,174,920 1,172,310 (23,920) - 1,148,390 2,323,310 511 Equipment Rental Fund 2,421,990 (45,720) - 2,376,270 2,420,770 92,150 - 2,512,920 4,889,190 512 Technology Rental Fund 2,505,723 (102,141) - 2,403,582 2,505,723 146,866 21,025 2,673,614 5,077,196 617 Firemen'S Pension Fund - - - - - - - - - Totals 118,686,883$ 1,640,844$ (2,852,640)$ 117,475,087$ 120,360,145$ 3,010,658$ 1,598,665$ 124,969,468$ 242,444,555$   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 196/276 EXHIBIT “C”: Budget Amendment by Expenditure (April 2026) 6 2025 Adopted Adopted 2026 Adopted 2025 2026 Adopted 2026 Adopted Proposed 2026 Total Budget Amendment Modification Amended Budget Modification Amendment Amended Amended FUND FUND Ord. #4377 Ord. #4392 Ord. #4422 Expenditure Ord. #4377 Ord. #4422 Ord. # Expenditure Expenditure NO. DESCRIPTION 1/1/2025 5/6/2025 12/24/2025 Budget 1/1/2025 12/24/2025 Budget Budget 001 General Fund 58,387,767$ (113,952)$ (11,800)$ 58,262,015$ 51,933,921$ (705,560)$ 74,946$ 51,303,307$ 109,565,322$ 009 Leoff-Medical Ins. Reserve 317,500 - - 317,500 311,500 - - 311,500 629,000 011 Risk Management Reserve Fund - - - - - - - - - 012 Contingency Reserve Fund - - - - - - - - - 014 Historic Preservation Gift Fund 5,700 - - 5,700 5,700 - - 5,700 11,400 016 Building Maintenance Fund 550,000 314,068 - 864,068 550,000 1,300,000 - 1,850,000 2,714,068 017 Marsh Restoration & Preservation Fund 29,000 56,720 - 85,720 - - 98,240 98,240 183,960 018 Edmonds Homelessness Response Fund 188,100 - - 188,100 8,325 - - 8,325 196,425 019 Edmonds Opioid Response Fund 400,000 - - 400,000 50,000 - - 50,000 450,000 104 Drug Enforcement Fund 20,000 - - 20,000 20,000 - - 20,000 40,000 111 Street Fund 2,639,871 589 - 2,640,460 2,777,575 (43,889) - 2,733,686 5,374,146 112 Combined Street Const/Improve 4,094,740 348,762 (1,892,605) 2,550,897 5,849,659 2,805,493 - 8,655,152 11,206,049 117 Municipal Arts Acquis. Fund 245,400 170,515 - 415,915 211,400 141,612 - 353,012 768,927 120 Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue Fund 194,000 - - 194,000 140,000 (44,000) - 96,000 290,000 121 Employee Parking Permit Fund 31,770 - - 31,770 33,093 310 - 33,403 65,173 122 Youth Scholarship Fund 3,000 - - 3,000 3,000 - - 3,000 6,000 123 Tourism Promotional Fund/Arts 37,500 - - 37,500 37,500 9,800 - 47,300 84,800 125 Park Acq/Improvement 1,946,465 476,274 (626,159) 1,796,580 1,270,200 (18,841) 190,674 1,442,033 3,238,613 126 Special Capital Fund 2,552,330 216,634 (128,934) 2,640,030 1,285,470 128,934 - 1,414,404 4,054,434 127 Gifts Catalog Fund 638,936 - - 638,936 661,415 (1,398) - 660,017 1,298,953 130 Cemetery Maintenance/Improv 329,009 - - 329,009 340,938 1,998 - 342,936 671,945 137 Cemetery Maintenance Trust Fd 375,000 (88,876) - 286,124 25,000 - - 25,000 311,124 138 Sister City Commission 7,400 - - 7,400 7,400 - - 7,400 14,800 140 Business Improvement District Fund 84,445 3,000 - 87,445 80,400 5,475 - 85,875 173,320 141 Affordable and Supportive Housing Fund - - - - - - - - - 142 Edmonds Rescue Plan Fund - - - - - - - - - 143 Tree Fund - 75,000 - 75,000 - 75,000 - 75,000 150,000 211 Lid Fund Control - - - - - - - - - 231 2012LTGO Debt Service Fund 305,870 - 350 306,220 301,190 350 - 301,540 607,760 332 Parks Construction - 237,035 (127,000) 110,035 - 127,000 - 127,000 237,035 421 Water 22,315,347 482,299 (227,000) 22,570,646 18,318,201 349,123 2,734 18,670,058 41,240,704 422 Storm 12,323,172 1,539,085 (1,262,865) 12,599,392 8,665,278 1,708,008 828,238 11,201,524 23,800,916 423 Sewer / Treatment Plant 19,597,163 535,378 (800) 20,131,741 19,948,905 102,407 747 20,052,059 40,183,800 424 Bond Reserve Fund 1,149,400 - - 1,149,400 1,148,390 - - 1,148,390 2,297,790 511 Equipment Rental Fund 1,907,356 232,250 - 2,139,606 1,972,106 9,875 - 1,981,981 4,121,587 512 Technology Rental Fund 2,530,572 (112,500) (190,000) 2,228,072 2,615,344 167,184 - 2,782,528 5,010,600 617 Firemen'S Pension Fund - - - - - - - - - Totals 133,206,813$ 4,372,281$ (4,466,813)$ 133,112,281$ 118,571,910$ 6,118,881$ 1,195,579$ 125,886,370$ 258,998,651$   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 197/276 EXHIBIT “D”: Budget Amendment Summary (April 2026) 7 Fund Number Proposed Amendment Change in Revenue Proposed Amendment Change in Expense Proposed Amendment Change in Ending Fund Balance 001 92,000 74,946 17,054 017 50,000 98,240 (48,240) 111 660,000 - 660,000 125 - 190,674 (190,674) 421 - 2,734 (2,734) 422 775,640 828,238 (52,598) 423 - 747 (747) 512 21,025 - 21,025 Total Change 1,598,665 1,195,579 403,086   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 198/276 City of Edmonds Budget Amendment Summary First Quarter: April 2026 Fund Object Category Description Expenditures Revenues Net Impact to Fund 001 541000 Professional Services Park Impact Fee Study 60,000.00 545110 Interfund Services IT Interfund Services Adjustment 14,946.00 349180 Contract Services Edmonds Marsh 92,000.00 001 Total 74,946.00 92,000.00 17,054.00 017 367000 Contributions Edmonds Marsh 50,000.00 555422 Interfund Transfer Edmonds Marsh 98,240.00 017 Total 98,240.00 50,000.00 (48,240.00) 111 313210 TBD Sales Tax TBD Sales Tax - 660,000.00 111 Total - 660,000.00 660,000.00 125 511000 Salaries Parks Capital Projects Manager 133,843.00 523000 Benefits Parks Capital Projects Manager 44,745.00 523010 Pension Parks Capital Projects Manager 12,086.00 125 Total 190,674.00 (190,674.00) 421 545110 Interfund Services IT Interfund Services Adjustment 2,734.00 421 Total 2,734.00 (2,734.00) 422 331101 Grant Edmonds Marsh 677,400.00 397017 Interfund Transfer Edmonds Marsh 98,240.00 541300 Professional Services Edmonds Marsh 733,640.00 541670 Interfund Services Edmonds Marsh 92,000.00 545110 Interfund Services IT Interfund Services Adjustment 2,598.00 422 Total 828,238.00 775,640.00 (52,598.00) 423 545110 Interfund Services IT Interfund Services Adjustment 747.00 423 Total 747.00 (747.00) 512 348005 Interfund Services IT Interfund Services Adjustment 21,025.00 512 Total 21,025.00 21,025.00   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 199/276 4/1/2026 10:11:01AM Decision Package Detail ListingglDPSumDet City of Edmonds Page: 1 Package/Account Number 2026 Prg-25187 Version 0 - Parks, Rec & HS - Project Management Operating Line-Item Detail -133,843.32Line 1: Salary reduction, will be charged to REET as part of project expenses -133,843.32Total Operating Line-Item Detail -133,843.32Total 001.000.64.571.21.11.00 SALARIES Operating Line-Item Detail -44,745.24Line 1: Benefit reduction, will be charged to REET via project expenses -44,745.24Total Operating Line-Item Detail -44,745.24Total 001.000.64.571.21.23.00 BENEFITS Operating Line-Item Detail -12,086.06Line 1: Pension reduction, will be charged to REET via project expenses. -12,086.06Total Operating Line-Item Detail -12,086.06Total 001.000.64.571.21.23.03 PENSION Operating Line-Item Detail 1,030.00Line 1: Admin supplies 1,030.00Total Operating Line-Item Detail 1,030.00Total 001.000.64.571.21.31.00 SUPPLIES Operating Line-Item Detail 3,000.00Line 2: Title and record searches, reduced due to budget cuts 3,000.00Total Operating Line-Item Detail 3,000.00Total 001.000.64.571.21.41.00 PROFESSIONAL SVC Operating Line-Item Detail 515.00Line 1: RFP Posting announements 515.00Total Operating Line-Item Detail 515.00Total 001.000.64.571.21.42.00 COMMUNICATIONS Operating Line-Item Detail 3,090.00Line 1: Subscriptions and software for small works bidding 3,090.00Total Operating Line-Item Detail 3,090.00Total 001.000.64.571.21.49.00 MISCELLANEOUS -183,039.62Grand Total Page: 1   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 200/276 4/1/2026 10:09:51AM Decision Package Budget ReportglDPBdgtRpt City of Edmonds Decision Package: Prg-25187 - Parks, Rec & HS - Project Management Group Version Duration Approval StatusPriorityDateBudget Year Ongoing Approved08/08/2024 2026 chaslam 0 13 Fund Parks, Recreation & Human Services Department General Fund Program Projects & Capital Improvement Management Planning and executing community infrastructure investment in parks, trails, natural areas and civic spaces. Application and management of grants associated with projects and capital improvements. This program more effectively and efficiently allows for the planning, design, bidding and construction management of all sizes of parks capital projects decreasing time of project delivery; decreased cost and staff time to procure and manage professional service agreements to provide these services and provide for completion of major maintenance projects. It also enables the city to pursue, acquire and utilize grant funding for more projects due to staff's project knowledge and not requiring the procurement of professional services to write and manage grants. 2026FISCAL DETAILS Operating Expenditures -133,843.32001.000.64.571.21.11.00 SALARIES -44,745.24001.000.64.571.21.23.00 BENEFITS -12,086.06001.000.64.571.21.23.03 PENSION 1,030.00001.000.64.571.21.31.00 SUPPLIES 3,000.00001.000.64.571.21.41.00 PROFESSIONAL SVC 515.00001.000.64.571.21.42.00 COMMUNICATIONS 3,090.00001.000.64.571.21.49.00 MISCELLANEOUS -183,039.62Total Operating Expenditures -183,039.62Total Expenditures -183,039.62Net Budget   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 201/276 2026 Budget Adjustmenmt 1 Technology Services Fund Allocation BARs (old) Building Dept 001.000.62.524.20.45.11 Clerks Office 001.000.31.514.31.45.11 Council 001.000.11.511.60.45.11 Courts 001.000.23.512.51.45.11 Community Services 001.000.61.557.20.45.11 Development Serv 001.000.62.524.10.45.11 Engineering 001.000.67.518.21.45.11 Finance 001.000.31.514.23.45.11 Fire 001.000.39.522.20.45.11 Human Resouces 001.000.22.518.10.45.11 Mayors Office 001.000.21.513.10.45.11 Parks 001.000.64.571.22.45.11 Planning 001.000.62.558.60.45.11 Police Department 001.000.41.521.10.45.11 Public Works 001.000.65.518.20.45.11 421 Water 421.000.74.534.80.45.11 422 Storm 422.000.72.531.90.45.11 423 Sewer 423.000.75.535.80.45.11 Waste Water 423.000.76.535.80.45.11 Rental A fund Charge 512.000.348.00.000.00 2026 Budget Amendment 1 Eptura - fleet mangement software updated program to web based Text Capture additional phones, cost per line increase infoWorks, InfoWater, Pinnacle additional seat license   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 202/276 GL ACCOUNT (New)Amount 001.00.62.558.5585040.000.545110.$481 001.00.25.514.5143140.000.545110.$266 001.00.61.557.5572040.000.545110.$240 001.00.11.511.5116040.000.545110.$841 001.00.51.512.5125140.000.545110.$256 001.00.62.524.5241040.000.545110.$355 001.00.71.518.5182140.000.545110.$3,481 001.00.31.514.5142340.000.545110.$590 001.00.39.522.5222040.000.545110.$- 001.00.22.518.5181040.000.545110.$434 001.00.21.513.5131040.000.545110.$282 001.00.64.571.5712240.000.545110.$1,102 001.00.62.558.5586040.000.545110.$543 001.00.41.521.5211040.000.545110.$5,171 001.00.70.518.5182040.000.545110.$904 421.00.73.534.5348040.000.545110.$2,734 422.00.74.531.5319040.000.545110.$2,598 423.00.75.535.5358540.000.545110.$104 423.00.76.535.5358640.000.545110.$642 $21,025 512.00.00.348.3480000.000.348005. 2026 Totals $21,025 $9,950 ongoing $3,500 ongoing $7,575 ongoing updated program to web based additional phones, cost per line increase   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 203/276 Project Pipeline Category 2 - Site Assessment & Preliminary Design - Budget Tas k #Task Title Subcontracts Public Works 1 Conceptual Design $75,000 $3,000 2 Hydraulic Engineering and Assessment $200,000 $3,000 3 Stormwater Analysis $50,000 $4,000 4 Community Engagement $50,000 $2,000 5 Support Studies 5.1 Land purchase appraisal $10,000 5.2 Cultural/Historical Review $75,000 5.3 Geotechnical Review/Recommendations $15,000 $2,000 6 Preliminary Design $200,000 $5,000 7 Cost Estimates $50,000 8 Draft Financial Plan 9 Risk and Vulnerability Assessment $2,400 10 Pilchuck Audubon Marsh bird survey 11 UW WSMP Marsh wetland studies Subtotals $727,400 $19,000 12 Grant admininstration (10%)$72,740 TOTAL $91,740 Grant Totals Total project cost $1,066,140 Match Cash contribution $50,000 Citizen volunteer work hours match $240,500 City work hours match $98,240 Total match $388,740 Grant request $677,400   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 204/276 Parks Volunteers $2,000 $10,000 $10,500 $6,500 $2,000 $33,000 $3,500 $7,000 $1,000 $2,500 $20,000 $5,000 $20,000 $24,000 $40,000 $60,000 $6,500 $240,500 $993,400 $1,066,140 Cost 57% Project Pipeline Category 2 - Site Assessment & Preliminary Design - Budget   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 205/276 Edmonds Marsh Preliminary Design Revenue Grant $677,400 Fund 017 $98,240 Citizen Cash Donations $50,000 Citizen Volunteer Hours $240,500 Total $1,066,140 Expenditures Interfund Services $92,000 Professional Services $733,640 Volunteer Hours $240,500 Total $1,066,140   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 206/276 Parks: We have two amendments – 1.Park Impact Fee Study Update/Code Revision, $55,000, GL code 001.00.64.571.5712140.000.541000 Changes to State RCW requires revisions to the calculation of park impact fees. In addition, the city’s Park Impact Fee Study was last revised in 2015 and should be updated. This project needs to be incorporated into the 2025-2026 budget due to timing of the RCW revisions. The funding is ineligible to come from REET or, ironically, PIF sources. 2.Potentially –Mountlake Ballinger Park ILA for improvement project led by MLT benefiting Edmonds residents. This agreement, originally approved in 2023 and amended in December for an extension is attached. This expenditure was approved by City Council for 2025 payment, but the project was delayed and is expected to be completed and paid to MLT in 2026. It was not carried forward to 2026 because when we were updating the 2026 capital projects for budget, we were told by MLT it was to be complete by the end of 2025. Not sure if this requires council approval as a budget amendment –I will follow your recommendation. Description Amount Fund New / Carryforward GL Code Park Impact Fee Study -Professional Services $60,000 GF New 001.00.64.571.5712140.000.541000. MLT Ballinger Park ILA $ 200,000 REET 125 Carryforward 125.00.64.594.5947640.000.541000.   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 207/276 City Engineer: Edmonds Marsh Preliminary Design Revenue Grant 677,400$ Fund 017 98,240$ Citizen Cash Donations 50,000$ Citizen Volunteer Hours 240,500$ Total 1,066,140$ Expenditures Interfund Services 92,000$ Professional Services 733,640$ Volunteer Hours 240,500$ Total 1,066,140$ Here are the numbers for the Marsh/NFWF grant project. The preliminary budget numbers for the budget amendment, is attached along with the original grant budget details spreadsheet that was generated as part of the original grant ask.You should have already received the second spreadsheet from Russ, but I thought it would be best to have it all in one place. At the end of this project, the goal is to have a preliminary 30% design for the marsh restoration completed.   Item 8.8       Packet pg. 208/276 City Council Agenda Item 9.1 April 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Interim Ordinance No. 4389 - Six Month Extension (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development Services PRESENTER:Deb Powers NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 4389 to extend interim regulation effectiveness for six months. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: In response to community concern over a large sequoia tree removal, City Council adopted Interim Ordinance No. 4389 in April 2025 to protect larger trees for twelve months while the City develops permanent tree regulations (Attachment 1). Due to a lack of resources, including a lack of subject matter expertise on staff, the project did not kick off until January 2026. While much progress has been made on the project in the past several months, there is not enough time to complete the project by the time the interim ordinance expires on April 29, 2026. As a result, staff is proposing a six-month extension to the interim ordinance (Attachment 2) with a revised work plan (Attachment 3) that will bring the project to conclusion by October 2026. A public hearing is required to extend an interim ordinance for six months consistent with RCW 36.70.795. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The Planning Board has been reviewing amendments to Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) Chapter 17.13 throughout the first quarter of 2026. The focus of the 2026 code updates is to consider how to protect large trees and address property owner tree removals unrelated to development, as the City Council intended with tree code adoption in 2021 (Attachment 4). Staff are not presenting draft regulations or specific policy proposals at this time. This agenda item introduces a revised work plan for the purpose of extending Ordinance No. 4389 effectiveness by six months, as allowed by RCW 36.70.795, based on the findings of fact stated in Resolution 1471, subsections 1A, 1B, and 1C, and the whereas clauses of the interim ordinance, consistent with the city’s 2023 Climate Action Plan and 2019 Urban Forest Management Plan. As shown in the revised work plan, staff will continue to work with the Planning Board reviewing potential code updates through June 2026. The Planning Board will consider key code decisions informed by public engagement and focus group feedback, best practices, and staff recommendations, after which staff will develop draft code for further review by the Planning Board and Citizens Tree Board. The Planning Board will hold a public hearing in July and provide its recommendation to City Council for further study, prior to code adoption in October 2026, before the six-month interim ordinance extension expires.   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 209/276 RECOMMENDATION: Hold a public hearing and approve a six-month extension to Ordinance No. 4389. BUDGET IMPACTS: No fiscal impacts at this time. ITEM HISTORY: The 2021 adoption of Edmonds tree code fulfilled Urban Forest Management Plan Goal 1A to establish tree protection measures associated with development. At the same time, the City Council recognized that the code would need to be expanded to consider landmark tree and property owner tree removal regulations not associated with development, in a second phase of code amendments (Attachment 4). Subsequent interim ordinances were adopted and expired prior to completing this work, as summarized below: Date Policy Context July 2019 Edmonds Urban Forest Management Plan adopted. Includes Goal 1A to update codes to reduce tree removal and other impacts associated with development activity. March 2, 2021 Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) Chapter 23.10, Tree Related Regulations adopted, meeting UFMP Goal 1A. April 27, 2021 Interim Ordinance No. 4217 adopted to temporarily prohibit landmark tree removal while additional code updates could be considered to address non-development tree removals. September 2, 2021 Interim Ordinance 4217 expires, prior to developing permanent landmark tree protection and non-development tree removal codes. June 2022 “Stage 2” code update work plan addressing tree removals unrelated to development and landmark tree regulations received by City Council. March 2023 2023 Climate Action Plan adopted, including actions to protect and maintain the city’s tree canopy cover. April 2025 Interim Ordinance No. 4389 adopted to temporarily prohibit landmark tree removal as the City updates the tree code (set to expire April 29, 2026). October 14, 2025 Minor amendments to ECDC 23.10 adopted by City Council under Ordinance No. 4410. January 5, 2026 Urban Forest Planner position filled; tree code update project commences nine months after Ordinance No. 4389 adoption. February 24, 2026 2026 Tree Code Update Workplan (scope, timeline and public engagement plan) received by City Council (Reading #1). March 20, 2026 Public Hearing Notice published for interim ordinance extension (Attachment 5). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: 1. Ordinance No. 4389 and Work Plan (2025)   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 210/276 2. Draft Ordinance Extension (2026) 3. 2026 Revised Workplan/Timeline 4. 04.21.25 CC Agenda Item 10.1_Ord 4217, Res 1471, minutes 5. Public Hearing Notice Affidavit   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 211/276 ORDINANCE NO. 4389 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING ONE YEAR AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION AND ADOPTING A WORK PLAN. WHEREAS, the city council adopted Ordinance 4217 on March 2, 2021, establishing an interim regulation to temporarily prohibit the removal of certain landmark trees; and WHEREAS, the city council adopted Resolution 1471 on April 27, 2021, adopting findings of fact to justify the earlier adoption of the interim ordinance and extending its effectiveness until September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was intended to be temporary while the city continued work on drafting permanent revisions to the tree code; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was not renewed or extended after it expired on September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, the tree code amendments that were contemplated in 2021 were delayed due to various staffing changes and reductions in the planning and development department and the need to prioritize the periodic update of the comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the 2023 Climate Action Plan, adopted on March 21, 2023, via Resolution 1518, reinforces the importance of protecting and maintaining the city’s tree canopy; and WHEREAS, the city council would like to renew the effort to protect landmark trees in conjunction with its ongoing development code update, which arises from the recently adopted periodic update to the city’s comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, this ordinance will provide temporary protection to trees that have a diameter at breast height of thirty inches or more; and WHEREAS, it will take about a year for the City to evaluate and consider the merits, scope, and details of its permanent regulation; and WHEREAS, the city council desires to adopt the following interim regulation to temporarily protect landmark trees while this work can be done; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 212/276 Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this interim regulation is to temporarily protect certain landmark trees from “tree removal” as that term is defined in ECDC 23.10.020.V. This temporary protection is intended to be in place while the city establishes permanent regulations to govern the removal of such trees. For the purposes of this ordinance, a “landmark tree” shall be defined as any tree with a diameter at breast height (DBH) of thirty inches or more. Section 2. Applicability. The permitting exemption contained in ECDC 23.10.040.A shall not extend to landmark trees. This ordinance shall not apply to any tree removal associated with and permitted through a complete building permit application that has already been submitted. This ordinance shall not apply to trees proposed to be removed in conjunction with development activity pursuant to ECDC 23.10.060. This ordinance shall not apply to a tree removal permit that has already issued. Section 3. Prohibition. For as long as this ordinance remains in effect, it shall be unlawful to direct any act of tree removal toward a landmark tree, as that term is defined in Section 1, above, unless the landmark tree also meets the definition of hazard tree in ECDC 23.10.020.H or nuisance tree in 23.10.020.N. Section 4. Duration of Interim Regulations. As long as the City holds a public hearing on the interim regulations, the interim regulations shall not terminate until one year after the effective date of this ordinance, unless it is repealed sooner. The city council hereby adopts the work plan attached as Exhibit A hereto to justify the one-year period of this interim ordinance pursuant to RCW 36.70A.390. Section 5. Public Hearing on Interim regulations. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.390 and RCW 35A.63.220, the City Council shall hold a public hearing on this interim regulation within   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 213/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 214/276 APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: BY JEFF TARADAY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: April 17, 2025 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: April 21, 2025 PUBLISHED: April 24, 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE: April 29, 2025 ORDINANCE NO.: 4389   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 215/276 1 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 4389 of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the 21st day of April, 2025, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. 4389. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING ONE YEAR AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION AND ADOPTING A WORK PLAN. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this 21st day of April, 2025. CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 216/276 Exhibit A Work Plan for Developing a Permanent Tree Code to Protect Landmark Trees • Study case law application of “takings” issues related to trees (June-July 2025) • Analyze city’s tree permit types and trends in recent years (July- August –2025) • Identify and evaluate specific problems with the existing tree code (August- September, 2025) • Clarify intent in updating the tree code (October 2025) • Clarify key definitions, including definition of landmark trees October 2025) • Study options for tree removal and replacement requirements (November- December 2025) • Analyze types of tree permits needed and the processes to make them effective (December 2025-January 2026) • Study options for enforcement of tree regulations (January 2026) • Identify level of staffing needed to implement and enforce permanent tree code ordinance (February 2026) • Develop specific draft language for updating tree code and get input from Planning Board and public (February-March 2026) • Bring draft code to City Council, have public hearing, and adopt final version (March-April 2026)   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 217/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 218/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 219/276 CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. _____ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, EXTENDING BY SIX MONTHS THE INTERIM REGULATION ESTABLISHED BY ORDINANCE 4389 TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES. WHEREAS, the city council adopted Ordinance 4217 on March 2, 2021, establishing an interim regulation to temporarily prohibit the removal of certain landmark trees; and WHEREAS, the city council adopted Resolution 1471 on April 27, 2021, adopting findings of fact to justify the earlier adoption of the interim ordinance and extending its effectiveness until September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was intended to be temporary while the city continued work on drafting permanent revisions to the tree code; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was not renewed or extended after it expired on September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, the tree code amendments that were contemplated in 2021 were delayed due to various staffing changes and reductions in the planning and development department and the need to prioritize the periodic update of the comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the 2023 Climate Action Plan, adopted on March 21, 2023, via Resolution 1518, reinforces the importance of protecting and maintaining the city’s tree canopy; and WHEREAS, the city council would like to renew the effort to protect landmark trees in conjunction with its ongoing development code update, which arises from the recently adopted periodic update to the city’s comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, this ordinance will provide temporary protection to trees that have a diameter at breast height of thirty inches or more; and WHEREAS, the city council established an interim regulation and adopted a work plan with Ordinance 4389; and WHEREAS, additional time is needed to complete the work on the landmark tree regulations; and WHEREAS, while that work is being done, the city council desires to extend the interim regulation for six months with this ordinance; and WHEREAS, on April 14, 2026, the city council held a public hearing on the extension of this interim regulation; NOW, THEREFORE,   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 220/276 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Extended Duration of Interim Regulations. The interim regulations adopted by Ordinance 4389 are hereby given extended effectiveness and shall not terminate until six months after the effective date of this ordinance, unless it is repealed sooner. Section 2. Findings of Fact. The city council hereby incorporates by reference and adopts the following as its findings of fact to justify the adoption of this ordinance: 1) the findings stated in subsections 1A, 1B, and 1C of Resolution 1471; 2) the whereas clauses of this ordinance; and 3) the agenda memo that accompanies this ordinance in the council packet. In addition, the city council finds that this initial step to protect landmark trees is consistent with the city’s 2023 Climate Action Plan and 2019 Urban Forest Management Plan. Section 3. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be held to be unconstitutional or unlawful by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance. Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifically delegated to the City legislative body, 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   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 221/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 222/276 ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: CITY CLERK, LUKE LONIE 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.   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 223/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 224/276 1 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. __________ of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the ____ day of ___________, 2026, 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 OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, EXTENDING BY SIX MONTHS THE INTERIM REGULATION ESTABLISHED BY ORDINANCE 4389 TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES. . The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this _____ day of ________________, 2026. CITY CLERK, LUKE LONIE   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 225/276 ATTACHMENT 3 2026 TREE CODE UPDATES REVISED WORK PLAN & MEETING SCHEDULE Date Group Action Topic/Key Decision Points Jan 14 Planning Board Project Introduction, preliminary approach N/A Jan 28 Planning Board Discussion: Project scope, timeline, public engagement, ECDC 23.10 intro ECDC 23.10 Code Intent & Purpose Citywide Canopy Cover Goal Feb 12 Focus Group Project Intro & Discussion: Canopy Cover, Code Organization, Definitions Feedback to inform Feb 25 Planning Board decisions Feb 24 City Council Briefing: Project Intro (Reading 1)N/A Feb 25 Planning Board Direction: Code Org, Definitions (including Landmark) Canopy Cover Goal (continued from Jan 28) General Code Organization Definitions (4-5 updates), landmark tree (new) Mar 10 Focus Group Discussion: Tree Removal Unrelated to Development (new code) Feedback to inform Mar 25 and Apr 22 Planning Board decisions Mar 11 Planning Board Direction: continued from Feb 25 Definitions (continued from Feb 25) Mar 25 Planning Board Direction: Tree Removal Unrelated to Development (new code) Consider code requirement options: Tree removal allowance, tree density credits, “hybrid” approach, permitting, etc. Mar 30 FOET Tree Code Subcommittee Discussion: Additional information by Planning Board request “Hybrid” tree density credit approach Landmark species/DBH recommendations Apr 14 City Council Reading File: Project Status (Reading 2) Project briefing – Planning Manager: key decision points addressed/under consideration Apr 14 City Council Public Hearing and Ordinance Adoption (Reading 3) Six-month extension of Interim Landmark Tree Ordinance, effective through Oct 2026 Apr 22 Planning Board Direction: Tree Removal Unrelated to Development (continued from Mar 25) Number of allowed removals per property size and frequency of removals Replacements Permit vs. notification TBD Focus Group Discussion: Tree Retention Related to Development Feedback to inform May 13 Planning Board decisions May 13 Planning Board Direction: Tree Retention Related to Development, Part I Tree retention requirements Tree replacement requirements, including >24” DBH Fees in lieu of planting Tree protection measures May 27 Planning Board Direction: Tree Retention Related to Development, Part II Fee in lieu “cap” Conservation Subdivision Required Landscaping TBD Focus Group Discussion: “Other” Code Updates Feedback to inform June 10 Planning Board decisions Jun 10 City Council Committee Study Session: Project Status (Reading 4) Project briefing – Planning Manager: key decision points addressed/under consideration Jun 10 Planning Board Direction: “Other” Code Updates Maintenance assurance (bonds, agreements) Emergency tree removals, violations, liability, etc. Consolidate Street Trees? Tree Fund?   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 226/276 ATTACHMENT 3 2026 TREE CODE UPDATES REVISED WORK PLAN & MEETING SCHEDULE Date Group Action Topic/Key Decision Points Jun 10+Staff Draft Code ECDC 17.130 (V1) Submit to meet state requirements SEPA Determination (Ecology) 60-Day Notice of Intent to Adopt (Commerce) Jun 24 Planning Board Direction: Review Draft Code and provide direction for code changes Review Draft code (V1) Provide direction for code changes TBD Tree Board Decision: Review Draft Code and provide Review Draft Code (V1) Provide recommendation to Planning Board Jul 8 Planning Board Tree Board Tentative Joint Meeting Consider Tree Board recommendation Provide direction for code changes (V2) Jul 22 Planning Board Public Hearing Hold public hearing: Draft ECDC 17.130 (V2) Provide direction for any code changes (V3) Recommendation to Council (FCR) Aug 4 City Council Review and Discuss Draft ECDC 17.130 (Reading 5) Receive PB recommendation (V3) Q&A, discussion Aug 21 City Council Consolidated comments/questions due from Council (Reading 6). Council will compile any questions and forward a consolidated list to staff by August 21. Staff will prepare responses in a clear table format and include them in the September 8 agenda packet. Sept 8 City Council Public Hearing (Reading 7) Hold public hearing: Draft ECDC 17.130 (V3) Q&A, discussion Sept 22 City Council Review and Discuss: public hearing testimony. Action: approve changes to the code (Reading 8) Review Draft ECDC 17.130 (V3) + Ordinance Discuss public feedback Provide direction for code changes (V4) Oct 6 City Council Approval of Ordinance Amending ECDC 17.130 (Reading 9)Consent Agenda Item Oct 6+Staff Submit signed Ordinance, Final Code 10- Day Notice of Adoption (Commerce) Oct 15 N/A 6-month moratorium extension expires Nov+Staff Implementation Code publishing, training, public education, webpage update, social media release, etc. Revised April 7, 2026   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 227/276 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 04/21/2025 Interim Ordinance to Prohibit the Removal of Certain Landmark Trees on Private Property Staff Lead: Councilmember Susan Paine Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History The history of the Landmark Tree Ordinance (Ord.4217) of 2021 is described through the whereas clauses and the meeting minutes which are attached. Timeline: · On March 2, 2021 the Emergency Interim Landmark Tree Ordinance was adopted. This was done in conjunction with the discussions about tree preservation through the subdivision process. · On April 21, 2021 the Findings of Fact were adopted through Resolution 1471. These findings are referenced in this proposed ordinance. · On August 3, 2021, Ord. 4217 was rescheduled. · On August 24, 2021, after much discussion the interim ordinance was allowed to lapse on September 2, 2021. No revisions were made to ECDC 23.10 Tree Related Regulations (attached). Recommendation Approve the Interim Ordinance. Narrative This interim ordinance is proposed to preserve large trees on private property, which provide canopy cover, wildlife habitat, and supports the Climate Action Plan’s goals of maintaining tree canopy. The timing of this proposed ordinance will also allow the preservation of big trees to be incorporated into the building code updates allowing for some flexibility in building placement which would allow for the preservation of Landmark trees. This interim ordinance would provide exemptions for trees which have already been vested through the permitting process, hazard trees, and nuisance trees. Attached is a list of reference points to supportive City of Edmonds planning documents. Attachments: 2025-04-02 interim ordinance - landmark trees v4 2025-04-02 Work.Plan.Draft.2025-26.Rvsd Ordinance 4217 Resolution 1471 EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 2 2021 pages 17-22 EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES August 24 2021 pages 15-20 ECDC 23.10 Tree Related Regulations Supportive Planning Documents reference 10.1 Packet Pg. 151   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 228/276 CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING ONE YEAR AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION AND ADOPTING A WORK PLAN. WHEREAS, the city council adopted Ordinance 4217 on March 2, 2021, establishing an interim regulation to temporarily prohibit the removal of certain landmark trees; and WHEREAS, the city council adopted Resolution 1471 on April 27, 2021, adopting findings of fact to justify the earlier adoption of the interim ordinance and extending its effectiveness until September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was intended to be temporary while the city continued work on drafting permanent revisions to the tree code; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 4217 was not renewed or extended after it expired on September 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, the tree code amendments that were contemplated in 2021 were delayed due to various staffing changes and reductions in the planning and development department and the need to prioritize the periodic update of the comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the 2023 Climate Action Plan, adopted on March 21, 2023, via Resolution 1518, reinforces the importance of protecting and maintaining the city’s tree canopy; and WHEREAS, the city council would like to renew the effort to protect landmark trees in conjunction with its ongoing development code update, which arises from the recently adopted periodic update to the city’s comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, this ordinance will provide temporary protection to trees that have a diameter at breast height of thirty inches or more; and WHEREAS, it will take about a year for the City to evaluate and consider the merits, scope, and details of its permanent regulation; and WHEREAS, the city council desires to adopt the following interim regulation to temporarily protect landmark trees while this work can be done; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: 10.1.a Packet Pg. 152 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 i n t e r i m o r d i n a n c e - l a n d m a r k t r e e s v 4 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 229/276 Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this interim regulation is to temporarily protect certain landmark trees from “tree removal” as that term is defined in ECDC 23.10.020.V. This temporary protection is intended to be in place while the city establishes permanent regulations to govern the removal of such trees. For the purposes of this ordinance, a “landmark tree” shall be defined as any tree with a diameter at breast height (DBH) of thirty inches or more. Section 2. Applicability. The permitting exemption contained in ECDC 23.10.040.A shall not extend to landmark trees. This ordinance shall not apply to any tree removal associated with and permitted through a complete building permit application that has already been submitted. This ordinance shall not apply to trees proposed to be removed in conjunction with development activity pursuant to ECDC 23.10.060. This ordinance shall not apply to a tree removal permit that has already issued. Section 3. Prohibition. For as long as this ordinance remains in effect, it shall be unlawful to direct any act of tree removal toward a landmark tree, as that term is defined in Section 1, above, unless the landmark tree also meets the definition of hazard tree in ECDC 23.10.020.H or nuisance tree in 23.10.020.N. Section 4. Duration of Interim Regulations. As long as the City holds a public hearing on the interim regulations, the interim regulations shall not terminate until one year after the effective date of this ordinance, unless it is repealed sooner. The city council hereby adopts the work plan attached as Exhibit A hereto to justify the one-year period of this interim ordinance pursuant to RCW 36.70A.390. Section 5. Public Hearing on Interim regulations. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.390 and RCW 35A.63.220, the City Council shall hold a public hearing on this interim regulation within 10.1.a Packet Pg. 153 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 i n t e r i m o r d i n a n c e - l a n d m a r k t r e e s v 4 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 230/276 sixty (60) days of its adoption. In this case, the hearing shall be held on May 27, 2025, unless the city council, by subsequently adopted resolution, provides for a different hearing date. Section 6. Findings of Fact. The city council hereby incorporates by reference and adopts the findings stated in subsections 1A, 1B, and 1C of Resolution 1471 as its findings of fact justifying the adoption of this ordinance. In addition, the city council finds that this initial step to protect landmark trees is consistent with the city’s 2023 Climate Action Plan and 2019 Urban Forest Management Plan. Section 7. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be held to be unconstitutional or unlawful by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance. Section 8. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifically delegated to the City legislative body, 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 10.1.a Packet Pg. 154 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 i n t e r i m o r d i n a n c e - l a n d m a r k t r e e s v 4 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 231/276 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. 10.1.a Packet Pg. 155 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 i n t e r i m o r d i n a n c e - l a n d m a r k t r e e s v 4 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 232/276 1 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. __________ of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the ____ day of ___________, 2025, 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 OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING ONE YEAR AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION AND ADOPTING A WORK PLAN. . The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this _____ day of ________________, 2025. CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY 10.1.a Packet Pg. 156 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 i n t e r i m o r d i n a n c e - l a n d m a r k t r e e s v 4 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 233/276 Exhibit A Work Plan for Developing a Permanent Tree Code to Protect Landmark Trees • Study case law application of “takings” issues related to trees (June-July 2025) • Analyze city’s tree permit types and trends in recent years (July- August –2025) • Identify and evaluate specific problems with the existing tree code (August- September, 2025) • Clarify intent in updating the tree code (October 2025) • Clarify key definitions, including definition of landmark trees October 2025) • Study options for tree removal and replacement requirements (November- December 2025) • Analyze types of tree permits needed and the processes to make them effective (December 2025-January 2026) • Study options for enforcement of tree regulations (January 2026) • Identify level of staffing needed to implement and enforce permanent tree code ordinance (February 2026) • Develop specific draft language for updating tree code and get input from Planning Board and public (February-March 2026) • Bring draft code to City Council, have public hearing, and adopt final version (March-April 2026) 10.1.b Packet Pg. 157 At t a c h m e n t : 2 0 2 5 - 0 4 - 0 2 W o r k . P l a n . D r a f t . 2 0 2 5 - 2 6 . R v s d ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 234/276 CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO.4217 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM EMERGENCY REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING SIX MONTHS AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, the City Council is in the process of adopting new tree regulations; and WHEREAS, the City Council wants to consider adopting an additional regulation that would provide greater protection to trees of especially significant size; and WHEREAS, such additional regulation for the City Council's consideration may apply to all private properties in the City; WHEREAS, it will take several months for the City to evaluate and consider the merits, scope, and details of such a regulation; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to adopt the following interim regulation to protect landmark trees while this work can be done; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this interim regulation is to temporarily protect certain landmark trees from tree removal as that term is defined in ECDC 23.10.020.S. This temporary protection will allow the City adequate time to adopt a permanent regulation to govern the removal of such trees. For the purposes of this ordinance, a "landmark tree" shall be defined as any tree with a diameter at breast height (DBH) oftwenty-four inches or more. Section 2. Applicability. The exemption contained in ECDC 23.10.040.A shall have no applicability to the provisions of this ordinance. This ordinance shall not apply to any tree 10.1.c Packet Pg. 158 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 235/276 removal associated with and permitted through a building permit, subdivision, or other land use approval. Section 3. Prohibition. For as long as this ordinance remains in effect, it shall be unlawful to direct any act of tree removal toward a landmark tree, as that term is defined in Section 1, above, unless the landmark tree also meets the definition of hazard tree in ECDC 23.10.020.G or nuisance tree in 23.10.020.K. Section 4. Duration of Interim Regulations. The interim regulations imposed by this Ordinance shall commence on the date of the adoption ofthis Ordinance. As long as the City holds a public hearing on the interim regulations and adopts findings and conclusions in support of the interim regulations (as contemplated by Section 5 herein), the interim regulations shall not terminate until six (6) months after the date of adoption, unless it is repealed sooner. Section 5. Public Hearing on Interim regulations. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.390 and RCW 35A.63.220, the City Council shall hold a public hearing on this interim regulation within sixty (60) days of its adoption. In this case, the hearing shall be held on April 20, 2021 unless the City Council, by subsequently adopted resolution, provides for a different hearing date. No later than the next regular Council meeting immediately following the hearing, the City Council shall adopt findings of fact on the subject of this interim regulations and either justify its continued imposition or cancel the interim regulations. Section 6. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be held to be unconstitutional or unlawful by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance. PA 10.1.c Packet Pg. 159 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 236/276 Section 7. Declaration of Emergency_. The City Council hereby declares that an emergency exists necessitating that this Ordinance take effect immediately upon passage by a majority vote plus one of the whole membership ofthe Council, and that the same is not subject to a referendum. Without the immediate adoption of these interim regulations, the City faces the possible removal of landmark trees. Therefore, the interim regulation must be imposed as an emergency measure to protect the public health, safety and welfare, and to prevent the removal of landmark trees. This Ordinance does not affect any existing vested rights. Section 8. Publication. This Ordinance shall be published by an approved summary consisting of the title. Section 9. Effective Date, This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect immediately upon passage, as set forth herein, as long as it is approved by a majority plus one ofthe entire membership ofthe Council, as required by RCW 35A.12.130. If it is only approved by a majority of the Council, it will take effect five days after passage and publication. APPROVED: f .I MAYOR MIKE NELSON ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: CI ER , SC TT 151WEY 10.1.c Packet Pg. 160 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 237/276 APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: BY JEFF TARADA FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: March 2, 2021 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: March 2, 2021 PUBLISHED: March 5, 2021 EFFECTIVE DATE: March 2, 2021 ORDINANCE NO. 4217 11 10.1.c Packet Pg. 161 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 238/276 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 4217 of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the 2„d day of March, 2021, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. 4217. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM EMERGENCY REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING SIX MONTHS AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this 2nd day of March, 2021. EI Y CLERK, SC"'( 10.1.c Packet Pg. 162 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 239/276 Everett Daily Herald Affidavit of Publication State of Washington } County of Snohomish } ss Dicy Sheppard being first duly sworn, upon oath deposes and says: that he/she is the legal representative of the Everett Daily Herald a daily newspaper. The said newspaper is a legal newspaper by order of the superior court in the county in which it is published and is now and has been for more than six months prior to the date of the first publication of the Notice hereinafter referred to, published in the English language continually as a daily newspaper in Snohomish County, Washington and is and always has been printed in whole or part in the Everett Daily Herald and is of general circulation in said County, and is a legal newspaper, in accordance with the Chapter 99 of the Laws of 1921, as amended by Chapter 213, Laws of 1941, and approved as a legal newspaper by order of the Superior Court of Snohomish County, State of Washington, by order dated June 16, 1941, and that the annexed is a true copy of EDH921288 ORDS 4216-4218 as it was published in the regular and entire issue of said paper and not as a supplement form thereof for a period of 1 issue(s), such publication commencing on 03/05/2021 and ending on 03/05/2021 and that said newspaper was regularly distributed to its subscribers during all of said period. The amount of the fee for such public tion is 42.0 - Subs *bed and sworn bBfDT8. me on this Linda Phipps z— Y PublicdayoffanlNaehington i+xPites08z7 A.A A . f Notary Public in and for the State of Washington. City of Edmonds - LEGAL ADS 114101416 SCOW PASSEY 10.1.c Packet Pg. 163 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 240/276 Classified Proof ORDINANCE SUMMARY of tha City dr Edmantls, Waxhlny7ldnOnthe2n6dayofMercn. 202t, she CISy Council of the Crty dlEdmortds, passed1'h Eaftewln)yOtdmancss, Ina summarlas ofSWd drdJneneee consJ3rIn ofWe% arm onmilded as follows: ORDINANCE L34.4 AN ORDINANC OF EOMONDS, WASHINGTON. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4211 AS ARESULTOFUNANTICIPATEDTRANSFERSAND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE CRiANANC£ 49 4217 AN ORDINANC. O H Cl Y OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM EMERGENCY REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARX. TREES ON'A TEMPORARY BASIS. SETTING SIX MONTHS AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION. AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO 4218 AN ORDINANCE OF TffE--1ITY OF EDMONDS, WASHiNGTON. REPEALING EXISi1NG TREE CUTTING REGULATIONS, ADOPTING NEW TREE RELATED REGULATIONS, NEW CONSERVATION SUBDIVISION DESIGN REGULATIONS, AND ESTABLISHING A NEW TREEFUND The full text ofthese Ordinances wIII bB motion upon raquesr. DATED this 2nd Dayat Mwcn, 2021. CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY Published: March 5, 2021, EDH921288 Proofed by Sheppard, Dicy, 03/08/2021 09:45:49 am Page: 2 10.1.c Packet Pg. 164 At t a c h m e n t : O r d i n a n c e 4 2 1 7 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 241/276 RESOLUTION NO. 1471 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT TO SUPPORT THE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 4217, WHICH ESTABLISHED INTERIM DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS THAT PREVENT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES. WHEREAS, the city council adopted Ordinance 4217 on March 2, 2021; and WHEREAS, the city council held a public hearing on Ordinance 4217 on April 20, 2021 to determine whether the interim development regulations adopted by that ordinance were justified and should continue for the remainder of its six-month period of applicability; and WHEREAS, several people spoke at the above -referenced public hearing, both for and against the ordinance: and WHEREAS, many of the arguments offered in favor of the ordinance made points consistent with the whereas clauses of Ordinance 4217; and WHEREAS, many of the arguments offered against the ordinance were less persuasive due to the temporary nature ofthe ordinance; now therefore, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. ADOPTION OF FINDINGS. The city council hereby adopts as its findings of fact to support the adoption and continuing effectiveness of Ordinances 4217 the Whereas clauses contained in Ordinances 4217 as well as the following supplemental findings: A. It takes a long time for a tree to grow from its planted size to a size of twenty-four inch DBH or larger. B. The permanent landmark tree regulations to be adopted later this year may allow for some removal of landmark trees in certain circumstances where removal is deemed appropriate. C. Careful thought and deliberation should be given to the crafting of those permanent landmark tree regulations to ensure that any future removal of landmark trees is not harmful to the public, health, safety, and welfare or that such harm is offset by other competing societal values and benefits. D. Extending the effectiveness of Ordinance 4217 for roughly another four months until September 2, 2021 is reasonable considering how long it would take to replace 10.1.d Packet Pg. 165 At t a c h m e n t : R e s o l u t i o n 1 4 7 1 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 242/276 landmark trees that may be cut without sufficient justification if the ordinance were to be repealed now. Section 2. CONTINUANCE OF MORATORIUM. In light of the findings of fact adopted in Section 1, above, the effectiveness of Ordinance 4217 shall continue and not terminate until September 2, 2021, unless it is expressly repealed by earlier council action. RESOLVED this 27th day ofApril, 2021. CITY OF EDMONDS 1 Ir M R, MIKE NELSON ATTEST: G CLERK, SC67T ASSEY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: April 23. 2021 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: April 27. 2021 RESOLUTION NO. 1471 2 10.1.d Packet Pg. 166 At t a c h m e n t : R e s o l u t i o n 1 4 7 1 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 243/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 17 canopy around the trees which he assumed was relative to the DBH size, but he doubted they actually measured the tree crown diameter. Surveyed locations of tree are not always required and he assumed the tree canopy diameter would be estimated. Councilmember Distelhorst relayed his understanding that it would be a best guess rather than a measurement. Mr. Lien displayed a site plan that illustrate tree locations with the DBH with some sort of canopy around it. He pointed out a 40” tree and the canopy, a smaller tree with a smaller canopy, an 18” tree with a slightly bigger canopy, and a grove of trees and their canopy. Site plans typically show a canopy but he assumed it was an estimate rather than measured. Councilmember Distelhorst observed that would be acceptable under Council President Paine’s amendment. Mr. Lien said he would expect to see that but rather than estimated crown diameters it would be a little related to what was actual on the ground. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED TO ADD “ESTIMATED” PRIOR TO “TREE CROWN DIAMETER.” COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE ACCEPTED THAT AS A FRIENDLY AMENDMENT. Councilmember K. Johnson said she will vote against the amendment for the simple reason that the tree crown for conifers is insignificant compared to the drip line which show the broadest part of the tree. Confers’ more global shape is equivalent to the crown line of tree. She viewed this as an added step that developers did not need to provide as the current regulations were adequate. For trees more closely associated, the site plan illustrates protection for groups of trees. Mayor Nelson restated the motion: AMEND SECTION 23.10.060.B.2.A.II TO ADD “AND ESTIMATED TREE CROWN DIAMETER.” UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION CARRIED (4-3), COUNCILMEMBERS DISTELHORST, FRALEY-MONILLAS, AND L. JOHNSON, AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE VOTING YES; AND COUNCILMEMBERS K. JOHNSON, BUCKSHNIS AND OLSON VOTING NO. Council President Paine suggested continuing the discussion next week and moving on to the remaining agenda items. Mayor Nelson declared a brief recess. 9. NEW BUSINESS 1. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING EMERGENCY INTERIM REGULATIONS RELATED TO LANDMARK TREES Development Services Director Shane Hope explained the packet contains an emergency interim ordinance for six months that can be revisited prior to six months. The intent of the ordinance is to apply not only to development but apply broadly to all private properties and prohibit the removal of trees greater than 24” diameter at breast height (DBH) during the interim period unless they are hazardous. The intent of the ordinance, proposed by Council President Paine and Councilmember L. Johnson and supported by Mayor Nelson, was to recognize the Council intends to revisit private property tree regulations. As that will take several months to complete, the emergency interim ordinance will preclude cutting of those trees during the interim period. Ms. Hope explained the ordinance also sets a public hearing date of April 20, 2021 to discuss continuing or changing the ordinance. If approved by a super majority, the ordinance could go into effect 10.1.e Packet Pg. 167 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 244/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 18 immediately upon adoption. She referenced Section 3 Prohibition, which states, “For as long as this ordinance remains in effect, it shall be unlawful to direct any act of tree removal toward a landmark tree.” A landmark tree is defined as 24” DBH unless it meets the definition of a hazard tree or nuisance tree. Councilmember K. Johnson asked how the ordinance will be enforced. She recalled driving down the street recently and seeing that a row of trees had been removed from the backyard of a house and asked how that will be prevented. Ms. Hope agreed that was the most challenging issue with this prohibition. If a tree code is adopted in the future that applies to all properties, it will also raise issues related to review criteria, enforcement, etc. and will require extra resources. There are definitely fewer 24” DBH trees so it will not necessarily affect all the properties in the City. Enforcement would be via seeing it or someone reporting it. If the emergency interim ordinance is adopted, the City will try to get the word out but violators could be subject to penalties. Councilmember K. Johnson said she often hears chainsaws in her neighborhood and trees greater than 24” DBH being topped or cut down. She pointed out once you hear a chainsaw, it is too late as the tree is already being cut down and they usually start at the top and work their way down unless they are logging it for the wood. She suggested once this is adopted, sending a notification to the major tree companies so they know not to cut those trees in Edmonds without permission. Council President Paine said she was glad to have this emergency interim ordinance drafted that protects and preserves landmark trees which are the biggest. She was hopeful it would maintain the status quo and allow the subdivision tree code to be completed as well as put together the resources and planning for an effective urban forestry program, look at canopy data through the canopy study and develop a thoughtful tree code via an extensive public process like was done in 2015. The ordinance will provide that time and prevents impacts on the tree canopy. A lot of the tree canopy has been removed in the last couple years and it would be a shame to lose more. The ordinance will provide time for a more thoughtful tree code that covers all properties. Councilmember Buckshnis said she was excited about this, but it should not use a definition that is not in the code; she suggested rather than “landmark tree,” using “significant tree”, and instead of 24” DBH, using 12” DBH because a 12” DBH is 60 years old. She agreed with Councilmember K. Johnson’s concerns and referred to an application for tree and vegetation removal that the applicant applied for after the fact to remove 2 hazard trees and 11 additional trees. She emphasized tree are being cut down and she preferred to err on the side of caution and use language already in the code. She concluded this is a great step and she applaud the Council for taking it. Councilmember L. Johnson thanked the Administration for hearing their concerns and for working with them to put this together. At the bare minimum, this will protect old growth trees that could never be replaced and grown to the size they are in our lifetime. This is the minimum that can be done; it is really important and should have been done a while ago to protect those trees. Councilmember Distelhorst thanked Mayor Nelson, Council President Paine, Councilmember L. Johnson and the Administration for their work on this. He appreciate the landmark tree and the focus on the 24” DBH. He feared going down to 12” DBH would be more difficult and may be too broad a focus for an emergency ordinance. As with the moratorium, his preference is not to legislate via emergence ordinance and moratorium in general. He hoped having this in place for six months provided the time necessary for public outreach and a process by the Administration and whatever resources the Administration needed to complete that work and to work with residents to have a fuller code and ensure the Council did not continue to legislate via emergency ordinance and moratorium. 10.1.e Packet Pg. 168 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 245/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 19 Councilmember Olson said her concern with things that arise on short order is the unanticipated consequences. She asked if this would apply to someone doing a renovation on their property or was that covered in another way related to the development aspect. She asked if there could be an exception or caveat that would allow a Council hearing for a tree that someone feels they need to address in the six month period and would provide some flexibility for things that may arise that the Council is not thinking about right now. Ms. Hope said the ordinance does not cover trees going through a permitted development process because that has different requirements. This is related to other areas where people are choosing to cut trees for various reasons. As written, the ordinance would apply to roughly 90% of properties in the City. Mr. Lien clarified it would not impact trees being removed with a reviewed development. This ordinance does not apply to any tree removal associated with a permit through a building permit, subdivision or other land use approval. It is intended to preserve large trees on developed single family properties while the other regulations are being developed. He concluded trees reviewed with a development proposal could still be removed. Council President Paine said she asked similar questions of Ms. Hope regarding a smaller tree diameter. The challenge is there is not enough code enforcement as well as seeking a balance between preserving large trees and hoping to have good compliance with the understanding the City is seeking greater tree canopy and the ability to monitor it. She had inquired about 12” or 16” DBH and was convinced the 24” DBH during the interim period would be more successful and not overstrain resources. Councilmember Buckshnis relayed her understanding that trees associated with a permit for a short plat or subdivision could be removed because the moratorium ends March 10th. She expressed interest in extending the moratorium because she was uncertain the code would be approved by March 10th. She concluded if a developer submitted a permit for a subdivision for a property with a lot of trees, they could be removed regardless of size after March 10th when the moratorium expires. Mayor Nelson said the issue before the Council is the emergency interim ordinance, not the emergency moratorium. Councilmember Buckshnis pointed out Mr. Lien’s statement that this ordinance would not apply to tree removed as part of a subdivision. She asked whether subdivisions should be included in this emergency ordinance since the moratorium ends March 10th. Mr. Lien answered the thought was that the regulations that the Council reviewed in the previous agenda item would be adopted; the new Section 23.10 referenced in the emergency ordinance has regulations that preserve trees with development. If that regulation is not adopted by the time the moratorium expires (Ordinances 4200 and 4201), the regulations would revert to the current tree code. This ordinance may need to be amended if it is adopted prior to the other ordinance because it specifically references Section 23.10. City Attorney Jeff Taraday explained when the emergency interim ordinance was drafted, it was assumed the tree code would already be adopted and this would be next. Realizing the Council potentially wants to make more amendments to the tree, he proposed adopting the tree code tonight with the amendments that were made and come back next week and continue to make amendments. The result would be instead of making amendments to a draft code, the Council would be amending an already adopted code. That would address the concern about the moratorium expiring. He believed if the Council waited until next week, the moratorium would be expired at the time of next week’s Council meeting. Council President Paine said as she understands the emergency moratorium, when the conservation subdivision code is adopted, the moratorium will expire. Ms. Hope answered yes, the way it is currently written. Mr. Taraday said there is a repealer section in Section 4 of the tree code ordinance that expressly repeals the tree moratorium because the new tree code goes into effect. An argument can be made [Mr. Taraday discontinued participation in the virtual meeting]. 10.1.e Packet Pg. 169 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 246/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 20 COUNCILMEMBER L. JOHNSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO EXTEND FOR 15 MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Buckshnis said Mr. Taraday and she have been discussing the fact that approving the tree code repeals Ordinances 4200 and 4201, the moratorium on subdivisions and short plats. If the Council approves the tree code as Mr. Taraday suggested, she has more amendments that she feels would solidify the tree code. She was leery of approving the tree code tonight. Ms. Hope said the tree ordinance in the packet specifically repeals the moratorium which otherwise would expire March 10th. If the Council adopts tree regulations as amended, and comes back next week to make further amendments, that may be preferable to extending or creating a new moratorium. Mr. Taraday said there is language in Ordinance 4200 that tries to avoid this situation from occurring by stating something like the ordinance will not be presumed to have been repealed or expired but the Council will do that by ordinance. He was uncertain that language had been tested in court; it was included as a potential safety net. He would prefer not to rely on that language and would rather the Council not accidentally allow the moratorium to expire. Ms. Hope said by adopting the proposed tree regulations with the amendments approved tonight, the moratorium would be ended, but next week Council could consider making additional amendments to the adopted tree code. That would prevent the unintended expiration of the moratorium expiring or creating a new moratorium on the fly. Mr. Taraday agreed. Councilmember K. Johnson said the Council has gotten off subject. The issue before the Council is the emergency ordinance and the Council should make a decision on that before deciding on other things. Councilmember Buckshnis explained if the Council approves this emergency ordinance tonight, it refers to definitions in the tree code which haven’t been approved. If the Council approves the tree code, it removes the moratorium. She asked if the Council could approve the tree code and remove Section 4. Mr. Taraday said Section 4 of the tree code ordinance could be removed. He did not want to represent to the Council that the moratorium was bulletproof and remained in effect by virtue of removing Section 4 because Ordinance 4200 specifically states it is a 4 month moratorium and the 4 months expire on March 10th. COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OLSON, TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE INTERIM EMERGENCY TREE ORDINANCE FOR LANDMARK TREES AND MOVE BACK TO DISCUSSING THE CONSERVATION SUBDIVISION CODE WITH THE AMENDMENTS MADE SO FAR AND COME BACK NEXT WEEK. Councilmember Distelhorst relayed his understanding that the emergency ordinance references code that does not yet exist until the Council adopts the tree ordinance which is why the tree ordnance needs to be adopted first. Mr. Taraday said the ordinances certainly were not intended to be adopted in the order that is currently being considered but a few minutes’ difference would not be a problem. Councilmember Olson suggested an option would be holding an emergency meeting on Friday afternoon to discuss the remaining tree code amendments and the existing moratorium issue. Mayor Nelson said he was not available on Friday. Councilmember Olson said the Council could have a meeting without the Mayor. Councilmember Fraley-Monillas said she also was not available. Council President Paine restated the motion: 10.1.e Packet Pg. 170 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 247/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 21 TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 4217, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM EMERGENCY REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING SIX MONTHS AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS MOVED TO AMEND TO CHANGE “LANDMARK” TO “SIGNIFICANT” AND CHANGE “24” DBH” TO THE DEFINITION OF SIGNIFICANT TREE WHICH IS 12” DBH. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. UPON ROLL CALL, MAIN MOTION CARRIED (6-0-1); COUNCILMEMBERS K. JOHNSON, DISTELHORST, BUCKSHNIS, OLSON, AND L. JOHNSON AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE VOTING YES; AND COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY-MONILLAS ABSTAINING. COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER L. JOHNSON, TO ADOPT THE AMENDED DRAFT TREE ORDINANCE AS DISCUSSED EARLIER TONIGHT, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, REPEALING EXISTING TREE CUTTING REGULATIONS, ADOPTING NEW TREE RELATED REGULATIONS, NEW CONSERVATION SUBDIVISION DESIGN REGULATIONS, AND ESTABLISHING A NEW TREE FUND. Councilmember Buckshnis said she was leery of doing this when it was not complete. There have been examples in the past where there has been an attempt to bring ordinances forward and the minority could not get it done. She hoped there was a promise that additional amendments could be considered, noting she has about nine more amendments. COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE, TO AMEND BY REMOVING SECTION 4, “ORDINANCES 4200 (MORATORIUM) AND 4201 (ASSOCIATED INTERIM REGULATIONS) ARE HEREBY REPEALED.” Councilmember Buckshnis hoped the Council would spend quality time to consider all the amendments and address the moratorium next week or when it expires. She felt it was premature to have Section 4 in the ordinance. As City Clerk Passey began to take a roll call vote (Councilmember K. Johnson abstained and Councilmember Distelhorst voted no), Councilmember Olson raised a point of order that the original moratorium stated the moratorium would expire when the tree code was passed or when it expired, whichever came first. Ms. Hope recalled it stated a 4-month period which would be March 10th unless Council acted to repeal it sooner. Mr. Taraday read from the ordinance, “The moratorium imposed by this ordinance shall commence on the date of adoption of this ordinance. The moratorium shall not terminate until four months after the date of adoption unless it is repealed sooner. The Council shall make the decision to terminate the moratorium by ordinance and termination shall not otherwise be presumed to have to occurred.” He explained that is the language he referred to earlier as untested. He suggested if the Council’s intent is not to have the moratorium repealed right away, amending Section 4 to read, “The effectiveness of Ordinance 4200 shall be extended to March 24, 2021” which would give the Council two more weeks to resolve anything outstanding in the tree code. Councilmember Fraley-Monillas agreed with waiting two weeks, anticipating at 10:14 p.m., the Council could be meeting half the night trying to make all the amendments. COUNCILMEMBER L. JOHNSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE, TO EXTEND FOR 5 MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mayor Nelson restated the motion: 10.1.e Packet Pg. 171 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 248/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes March 2, 2021 Page 22 TO AMEND BY REMOVING SECTION 4, REPEALING ORDINANCES 4200 AND 4201. UPON ROLL CALL, AMENDMENT CARRIED (4-2-1); COUNCILMEMBERS K. JOHNSON, BUCKSHNIS, AND OLSON, AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS DISTELHORST AND L. JOHNSON VOTING NO; AND COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY-MONILLAS ABSTAINING. COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OLSON, TO AMEND TO ADD A NEW SECTION TO THE ORDINANCE, “ORDINANCE 4200 IS EXTENDED TO MARCH 24, 2021.” Councilmember Distelhorst asked if the motion needed to include Ordinance 4201. Mr. Taraday recommended they be handled as a package as they were originally adopted as a package. He requested adding “effectiveness” so the motion stated, “The effectiveness of Ordinances 4200 and 4201 will be extended to March 24, 2021.” Council President Paine restated the motion: TO AMEND TO ADD A NEW SECTION TO THE ORDINANCE, “THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ORDINANCES 4200 AND 4201 IS EXTENDED TO MARCH 24, 2021.” Councilmember K. Johnson asked which ordinances these were, whether it was the moratorium ordinance. Council President Paine answered yes and Ordinance 4201 was the associated interim regulations. AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COUNCIL PRESIDENT PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DISTELHORST, TO EXTEND FOR 7 MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED (6-1) COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY- MONILLAS VOTING NO. 2. 4TH AVENUE CULTURAL CORRIDOR PUBLIC PROCESS Due to late hour, this item was postponed to a future meeting. 10. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Nelson reported today the President and Governor announced additions to those eligible for immediate access to the vaccine - school educators and licensed childcare workers. As more people become eligible, hopeful the availability of vaccines will also increase. The numbers in Snohomish County continue to drop, yesterday’s report was 109 cases/100,000 (previously 119/100,000). That is still not enough fast enough so he encouraged the public to continue wearing masks, washing hands, and watching their distance. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Olson wished all be well and happy. Councilmember Distelhorst said March is Women’s History Month. He is honored to serve alongside his colleagues on Council. International Women’s Day is March 8th, a big day in his household because in Mongolia where his wife and two daughters are from, it is actually a national holiday. While he lived in Mongolia, it was a widely celebrated holiday Anyone interested in learning more about notable figures, 10.1.e Packet Pg. 172 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S M a r c h 2 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 7 - 2 2 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 249/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 15 when they get to Edmonds, but there will be subtext via color, font, and other elements that can match and contrast to tell a story about Edmonds. He recognized it was important to the Council to have cohesiveness with the existing signs and certain elements should resonate, but they do not have to be exactly the same. The team will do their best including more outreach to determine if the signs are on right track and bring that information back to Council. Councilmember Buckshnis said she liked the vertical signs better than the horizontal signs. The city of Shoreline is on 205th and the Edmonds sign will be across the street. She agreed the signage should be unique and she like inspiration signage that brings color, texture, artistic. 2. LANDMARK TREE ORDINANCE EXTENSION City Attorney Jeff Taraday explained there is an ordinance in the packet that was presented for Council consideration; however, he recommend the Council not take action on it tonight because the Council needed to have a public hearing before it can be extended. Mr. Lien and he had a discussion about the ordinance when he was heading out of town on vacation and did not had the statute in front of him. He apologized for not realizing that earlier. When this ordinance was first adopted, there was a thought that only six months would be needed to develop something more permanent and move on to adopting a permanent regulation governing landmark trees. The City is obviously not at that point. His recollection was staff has sought direction regarding where the Council wants to go or what staff should be trying to draft, but the Council has not yet given staff clear direction to staff on that issue. From his perspective the Council was not even close to being able to adopt a permanent regulation governing landmark trees. To frame the discussion, Mr. Taraday suggested after hearing from Mr. Lien tonight, the Council deliberate on whether they want to reprioritize some work in order to get a permanent landmark tree code developed in the next six months which he understood would require a significant reprioritization of work, or whether to just allow things to return to the way they were six months ago and allow the landmark tree regulation process to work its way through the normal course of business. There is a lot of work going through the Planning Board and Planning Department and it was not clear to him whether this was a high enough Council priority to be the subject of another interim ordinance. If so, he requested the Council advise staff. He was concerned that in the absence of a priority change and given the trajectory that this effort has been on, there could be repeated extensions without making any real progress which is not how interim regulations are intended to be used and he would advise against doing that. Environmental Program Manager Kernen Lien said the key part of what Mr. Taraday said related to the timeline for the next stage of the tree code. The general direction received during the first stage of the tree code update was the Council wanted a tree code that applied more broadly to all properties in the City whether they was being developed or not. The first stage of the tree code update was implementing the first goal of the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP), update tree regulations to reduce clearcutting or other development impacts on the urban forest and consider changes to tree replacement requirements and penalties for code violations. Clear direction was provided on that and the first update was tree regulations that strictly focused on development. He provided that focused code update to the Planning Board last September and the Council adopted the last version in July 2021, a total of 10 months. If there is a tree regulation that will apply more broadly throughout the City and have a larger impact/reach, Mr. Lien said that type of update needs to have broad public engagement and will take more time. Staff does not have a lot of clear direction regarding that next stage. The interim ordinance that was being considered tonight was for landmark trees but during discussion of the next stage, there was interest in reviewing all tree removals. There was also discussion about potential view impacts but not a lot of clear direction. Another approach would be to begin the public engagement before drafting code; getting input from Edmonds citizens regarding what they would like to see in a tree code that applies more broadly and weave that into the next phase of the code update. 10.1.f Packet Pg. 173 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 250/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 16 Mr. Lien advised that interviews were conducted for the urban forest planner position yesterday and an offer will be made to a really good candidate. It will likely be at least a month before that person can be hired. Having one person solely focused on trees will help this move forward rather than adding it to his job. Councilmember Buckshnis said she was currently not at home so she did not have the history of the Tree Board’s efforts at hand. She recalled there was a designated timeframe and she asked for that to be sent to her today. She expressed concern that suddenly staff was saying Council had not provided clear direction, but she felt the Council had. She would like to further define the language in the flexible subdivision design in 20.048.075. She was perplexed by tonight’s discussion and asked if the intent was to start over at square one and what happened to all the planning documents initiated through the Tree Board and the Council last year or this year. Mr. Lien said the code Councilmember Buckshnis was referencing was 20.75.048, the flexible subdivision design; that is in code and has been adopted. That first stage of the code update was based on Goal 1A of the UFMP strictly focused on reducing clear cutting and other development impacts on the urban forest. When Stage 1 of the code update started, staff presented the scope to Council in July 2020; began discussion with the Planning Board in September, the Planning Board held a public hearing in December and forwarded a recommendation to Council in January 2021 and the Council begin discussions in January//February. During that review, there were a lot of comments that the code update was not broad enough and needed to be expanded to cover situations beyond development. In June 2021, staff brought back the Stage 2 topics to be considered such as tree removal not associated with development. A few options were discussed at that time. With regard to review on other properties, there was consensus that the Council wanted that review, but not what that review would look like such as requiring a permit for all tree removals. With regard to views, the discussion was all over the board regarding how views would be addressed in the next stage of the update. He concluded many of the topics were discussed, but he did not feel clear direction was provided at that time. Councilmember Buckshnis asked if he was referring to clear direction from Council or from citizens. She thought Council has been giving clear direction for a long time. Mr. Lien answered from the Council. Councilmember Buckshnis said the Council approved 20.75.048 but never any language for amendments. She would like to discuss and refine the development aspect of things. The landmark tree ordinance is backfiring because trees are going down all over and there is no enforcement. She recalled she did not vote the last two times because it penalizes citizens instead of developers. She thought Stage 2 of the tree code would be done by September/October and now it sounds like there’s nothing. She concluded she was completely mystified. Councilmember K. Johnson inquired about enforcement since there was a moratorium for landmark trees. Mr. Lien answered staff has been implementing the landmark tree interim ordinance; landmark trees can still be removed if they are nuisance or hazard trees. Staff has been reviewing arborist reports with regard to nuisance and hazard landmark trees. Staff does enforce the tree code including the landmark tree interim ordinance. People call frequently when tree cutting is occurring and planning staff, code enforcement or building officials in the field visit those properties. Mr. Lien clarified some of the tree cutting that has occurred since the interim ordinance went into effect was the result of developments vested prior to adoption of the new tree code and prior to the effective date of the interim ordinance. Subdivisions have five years from preliminary approval to begin development; for example, a development that was approved 2-3 years ago under the old tree code is just now getting to the development stage and removing trees. He assured staff was enforcing the tree code and the interim ordinance. 10.1.f Packet Pg. 174 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 251/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 17 Councilmember K. Johnson asked how many violations had been cited. Mr. Lien answered he knew of two violations in regard to the interim ordinance, only one may have been related to the landmark tree ordinance or potentially the other moratorium on subdivision properties that restricted cutting trees on properties being subdivided. He did not think any were related to the landmark tree ordinance, one was a critical area and the other was related to the moratorium ordinance. Councilmember K. Johnson asked how practical this moratorium has been. Mr. Lien answered it has prevented 24” trees from being removed. The word is out, staff get calls all the time from property owners that haven’t heard about it until told by their neighbor. Nuisance and hazard 24” trees are being cut as well as trees on developments vested prior to the adoption of these codes. Councilmember K. Johnson commented it was great news that an urban forester had been hired. She supported getting more public input even after this has been discussed for years. She personally thought the moratorium had done more harm than good; she hears so many trees being cut down in her neighborhood and although they may not be landmark trees, the word is out, if you want to get rid of a tree, do it now. She would not support this ordinance when it comes back because she believed more needed to be done to protect citizens and there needed to be better enforcement. She loves trees, particularly protecting large native trees, but did not see that this has accomplished that goal. She will keep her mind open to that possibility based on Mr. Lien’s comments, but she did not see that the moratorium had done what it was intended to do, save trees. Councilmember Olson said she came to tonight’s meeting with three reasons for not supporting this and Mr. Taraday’s comments addressed a lot of them. She originally voted for a six-month Band-Aid until a code for private property could be developed because that seemed reasonable, but not only has that part of the code not been started, a public input process is planned which she totally supports. Ms. Seitz’ comments have been valuable to her thought process and there are things that could help direct a code that is better received and more incentive based rather than enforcement based. She also expressed concern with treating this like an emergency ordinance when it wasn’t and holding a hearing until after fact. From her personal case studies, she did not share the opinion that this has been more of a positive than a negative. Possibly some bigger trees are being protected, but there are a lot of big trees between 12-24”. She recalled three parties making comment to the effect that they were going to take down the 12-24” trees before they would be protected forever. She was not sure the bigger trees were always the better trees. She supported the ordinance originally, believing it was a reasonable thing to do, but no longer believed it was serving the purpose of protecting and encouraging the tree canopy and is working counter to that. She did not plan to support the ordinance tonight and was unlikely to support it in the future. Councilmember Distelhorst said he would definitely like see it prioritized as he preferred not to regulate through ongoing temporary extensions. He voiced his support for a reprioritization if necessary so there can be a permanent code regarding landmark trees, trees that have been here the longest, can be here into the future and take the longest to grow. Recognizing the exponential benefit these trees provide, he was interested in prioritizing a long term landmark tree code and expressed support for shuffling work if necessary. Council President Pro Tem L. Johnson said she was also perplexed because she remembered sitting through numerous Council meetings and meeting with directors on this and being repeatedly shown a schedule of how this would be accomplished and the Council providing input. This emergency ordinance was supported by the Administration. The message the Council is receiving now is totally different than the message they received before. She has been communicating her desires to protect the old growth as much as possible. It was not particularly comfortable protecting them through emergency ordinance and she had hoped the City was well on the way to a real plan to accomplish this and now is hearing staff has 10.1.f Packet Pg. 175 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 252/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 18 no idea what the Council wants. She recalled staff describing at meetings how this would be accomplished and other meetings where Council provided feedback. She concluded she was really confused and said there needed to be better communicating between the two branches. Mayor Pro Tem Paine expressed frustration, commenting this was the first she was hearing about this and feared a lot of momentum had been lost. She was unclear where the momentum was lost, recalling the City was marching down a great path, having an interim approach to preserving the largest trees, the ones that will not easily grow back due to the climate crisis. So much progress has been made this year; it was a priority for the Administration and the Council to do tree preservation in large blocks. She said some of her questions have never answered; for example, how many permits are vested where everything can be removed, including every last blade of grass. Mr. Lien said he did not have that information, but could track it at least for subdivisions that are vested and maybe multifamily sites. Mayor Pro Tem Paine said it was terribly frustrating to see large swaths of trees coming down. Another thing the Council wanted to prioritize was the use of incentives such as stormwater fees to reduce the impact of preserving tree canopy. The Council has been supportive of alternative methods and doing updated subdivision planning for land use practices to build housing in a more creative way. She did not want to throw the baby out with bathwater and did not understand why the process was returning to zero. She asked when the tree canopy assessment would be available, anticipating that would assist with database decision making as most properties are privately held and not under development. Mr. Lien answered the tree canopy assessment is underway and should be completed by the end of September. Mayor Pro Tem Paine asked for a practical timeline to complete Stage 2 of the tree canopy work. She acknowledged it involved the Planning Board and other staff and Administration time. She recalled there was a path to get this done in a year or so. She recognized COVID had slowed things, and asked what would be a reasonable time to go through the Planning Board and public hearings. Mr. Lien asked if she was talking about the code or the canopy assessment. Mayor Pro Tem Paine answered she meant the Stage 2 of the code. Acting Development Services Director Rob Chave said there is a short summary in the cover memo in the packet describing some of the things that are underway. The problem is there are a lot of moving parts. Staff has been working on a number of things such as the tree canopy assessment, street tree plan, establishing a tree fund, and hiring a urban forest planner who can devote all their time to this effort. The one thing that will take the most time because it will require a lot of public outreach is any code regulating private property which is different from a landmark tree ordinance. He recalled the last time a proposal generated by the Tree Board came forward, it created a hailstorm of criticism from general public. Mayor Pro Tem Paine interrupted, saying she was on the Tree Board at that time and part of their charter was a comprehensive tree code which included private property. Mr. Chave said a lengthy public outreach is critical before bringing forward a tree code that addresses what happens on private property. The Planning Department has been inundated with people asking questions, wanting assessment done of their trees, etc. There is a lot of engagement by the community but there are a lot of different opinions and it is difficult to know what the community expects until that outreach is done. The regulations related to landmark trees can be completed sooner, but without clear direction regarding regulating trees on private property, it will take a lot of time to figure out. There are a lot of pieces of the tree code that are moving forward, but the private property piece, other than landmark trees, is a big question mark. Mayor Pro Tem Paine asked what would be required and how much time would it take to resuscitate and extend the landmark tree interim ordinance one more time. Mr. Taraday answered the Council can use the ordinance in the packet to do that, there just needs to be a public hearing first. The only real question is how quickly that public hearing can be noticed and he deferred to Planning staff to answer that question. Alternatively if that timeline was not acceptable, the Council could entertain the possibility of an 10.1.f Packet Pg. 176 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 253/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 19 emergency ordinance of a different scope adopted at a special meeting in the next few days that would take immediate effect. The exact same substance cannot be adopted without first holding a public hearing. Mr. Lien advised the soonest a public hearing could be scheduled would be September 14th if notice was sent to the Herald tomorrow. Councilmember K. Johnson relayed two requests, 1) Mr. Taraday hold an executive session to discuss the legal ramifications; this had been requested but it had not been scheduled, and 2) consider alternatives to the landmark tree moratorium, specifically ways to incentivize retaining landmark trees. The Council has typically put aside $300,000 in the budget for open space; the Council could consider during the budget process making one-time payments to people who own landmark trees to reduce their taxes. She was interested in alternatives that were more palatable, helpful and positive to the community. Council President Pro Tem L. Johnson requested an update on what was referred to at one time as upcoming tree related items and timing. She recalled this was last reported to the Council on June 1st and was what the Council has been using to gauge progress. The upcoming tree related items included view corridors, open space acquisition, and other things that staff mentioned earlier that they had not received direction on. She disagreed that direction had not been given. She requested an update on that timeline and whether the timing of some items needed to be adjusted from what was reported in June. Mr. Lien He displayed Stage 2 Upcoming Tree-Related Items: Item Timing Inventory of downtown street trees Q2 2021-Q3 2021 Inventory of other public trees 2022 or TBD Street Tree Plan update Q2 2021-Q4 20221 Tree canopy assessment Q2 2021-Q3 2021 Heritage Tree Program Q3 2021-Q4 2021 Tree Canopy Goal Q3 2021 Assessment of staffing and other resource needs Q2 2021 -2022 or TBD Incentive program using stormwater utility fee reductions Q4 2021-2022 or TBD Exploration of other incentive programs 2022 or TBD Open space acquisition Q4 2021-2022 or TBD Tree retention on private property (not related to development) Q4 2021 Partnerships with other organizations Q3 2021 – 2022 or TBD Annual reports on City tree activities Q2 2021 Tree give-away program 2022 or TBD View corridors 2022 or TBD Wildlife & habitat corridors Q3 2021-Q4 2021 Expanded public education & Information Q3 2021 – 2022 or TBD Stormwater & watershed Analysis Q4 2021-2022 or TBD Other tree-related issues 2022 or TBD Mr. Lien explained the above was a timeline developed by former Development Services Director Shane Hope. He commented on the items highlighted in gray which were discussed at the June 1st Council meeting:  Heritage Tree Program - clear direction was provided about moving forward and it will potentially be completed in Q4 2021  Incentive program using stormwater utility fee reductions - identified for Q4 2021 – 2022  Tree retention on private property - will require robust public engagement. Director Hope identified that as potentially being completed in Q4 2021; when this list was developed, he thought that a little ambitious. 10.1.f Packet Pg. 177 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 254/276 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 24, 2021 Page 20  \View corridors - identified for 2022 or TBD.  Wildlife & habitat corridors - identified for Q3-4 2021. He is tying wildlife and habitat corridors to the tree canopy assessment which will be completed in late September. Mr. Lien commented on the progress of other items on the list:  Street plan update – in process  Inventory of downtown street trees – completed  Assessment of staffing and other resource needs – ongoing. Hopefully Urban Forester starting soon  Tree give-away program – tied to tree fund. Some current subdivisions applications will have fee- in-lieu Mr. Lien referred to a May 18, 2021 memo regarding Tree Code Stage 2 and options identified for Tree Retention on Private Property Not Related to Development. Goal 1.A of the UFMP provides: A. Update tree regulations to reduce clearcutting or other development impacts on the urban forest and to consider changes to tree replacement requirements and penalties for code violations Mayor Pro Tem Paine interrupted, stated this is not the time for an update. She suggested they work tomorrow to identify a date for an update and a solid outreach plan to discuss this with the community. Council President Pro Tem L. Johnson clarified her request was for staff to come back with an update as given the information the Council was provided tonight, she assumed some changes had been made. She recalled a slide provided to the Council at one point stated outreach and public engagement would start Q3, it is now the middle of Q3. She was not expecting those answers tonight, but requested some thought be given to it. If staff felt they did not have clear direction, although she felt she has given direction, she was perplexed why they did not ask again because the Council has been clear this is a priority. She recalled speaking rather passionately at the beginning of the year about her frustration that the Council just keeps talking about this and not doing anything. She thought staff and the Council was on a path to doing something and now it feels like they are moving backward. She concluded she was confused and frustrated as well. Councilmember Buckshnis emphasized many cities have very good tree codes that address private property. This was one of criticisms that Council had of the Administration when the UFMP was prepared as well as the Tree Board because it glossed over the private property aspect. She thought the Council had provided clear direction and now she is baffled. Mayor Pro Tem Paine proposed concluding this discussion and she will work with staff to find a date to come back quickly with more information, an update and to get questions answered. The Council agreed. MAYOR PRO TEM PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OLSON, TO MOVE ITEM 9.4, COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE, TO OCTOBER 5TH. Councilmember Distelhorst asked if the rules could be considered in September since their approval has been put off for over a year. Mayor Pro Tem Paine said she would try for September 28th. Councilmember K. Johnson acknowledged there were more agenda items than time allowed. She suggested delaying outdoor dining because the Council was unlikely to finish by 10 p.m. at rate they were going. UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION CARRIED (4-2), COUNCILMEMBERS DISTELHORST, BUCKSHNIS AND OLSON AND MAYOR PRO TEM PAINE VOTING YES; AND 10.1.f Packet Pg. 178 At t a c h m e n t : E D M O N D S C I T Y C O U N C I L M I N U T E S A u g u s t 2 4 2 0 2 1 p a g e s 1 5 - 2 0 ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 255/276 23.10.000 23.10.010 23.10.020 23.10.030 23.10.040 23.10.050 23.10.060 23.10.070 23.10.080 23.10.085 23.10.090 23.10.100 23.10.110 Chapter 23.10 TREE RELATED REGULATIONS Sections: Intent and purpose. Administration authority. Definitions. Permits. Exemptions. Tree removal prohibited. Tree retention associated with development activity. Tree protection measures during development. Tree replacement. Protected trees – Notice on title. Bonding. Violation, enforcement and penalties. Liability. 23.10.000 Intent and purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish a process and standards to provide for the evaluation, protection, enhancement, preservation, replacement, and proper maintenance of significant trees. This includes the following: A. Implement the goals and objectives of the city’s urban forest management plan; B. Implement the goals and objectives of the city’s comprehensive plan; C. Implement the goals and objectives of the city’s climate action plan; D. Preserve, through design and intention, wildlife corridors and habitat; E. To promote the public health, safety, biodiversity, environmental health and general welfare of the residents of Edmonds, provide greenhouse gas emissions mitigation and preserve the physical and aesthetic character of the city through the prevention of indiscriminate removal or destruction of trees and ground cover on improved or partially improved property; F. Preserve the maximum number of trees that are determined to be appropriate for preservation in the Edmonds urban environment and that have a reasonable chance of long-term survival; Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 1 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 179 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 256/276 G. Promote site planning, building, and development practices that work to avoid removal or destruction of trees and vegetation, that avoid unnecessary disturbance to the city’s natural vegetation, and that provide landscaping to buffer the effects of built and paved areas; H. Encourage tree retention efforts by providing design flexibility with respect to certain development requirements; I. Retain as many viable trees as possible on a developing site while still allowing the development proposal to move forward in a timely manner and replanting when trees are removed during development; J. Promote building and site planning practices that are consistent with the city’s natural topographic and vegetation features while recognizing that certain factors such as condition (e.g., disease, danger of falling, etc.), proximity to existing and proposed structures and improvements, interference with utility services, and the realization of a reasonable enjoyment of property may require the removal of certain trees and ground cover; and K. Mitigate the environmental and aesthetic consequences of tree removal in land development through on-site and off-site tree replacement to help achieve a goal of no net loss of tree canopy coverage throughout the city of Edmonds. L. Promote net ecological gain, a standard for a development project, policy, plan, or activity in which the impacts on the ecological integrity caused by the development are outweighed by measures taken consistent with the new mitigation hierarchy to avoid and minimize the impacts, undertake site restoration, and compensate for any remaining impacts in an amount sufficient for the gain to exceed the loss. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.010 Administration authority. The planning and development director (“director”) or a designee shall have the authority and responsibility to administer and enforce all provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 4299 § 65 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.020 Definitions. A. “Caliper” means the American Association of Nurserymen standard for trunk measurement of nursery stock. Caliper of the trunk shall be the trunk diameter measured six inches above the ground for up to and including four-inch caliper size and 12 inches above the ground for larger sizes. B. “Canopy” means the leaves and branches of a tree from the lowest branch on the trunk to the top. C. “Critical root zone” means the area surrounding a tree at a distance from the trunk, which is equal to one foot for every one inch of tree DBH. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 2 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 180 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 257/276 D. “Developable site” means the gross site area of a lot minus critical areas and buffers. E. “Diameter at breast height (DBH)” means the diameter or thickness of a tree trunk measured at four and one- half feet from the ground. DBH is also known as “diameter at standard height (DSH).” F. “Dripline” means the distance from the tree trunk that is equal to the furthest extent of the tree’s crown. G. “Feasible” means, for the purpose of this chapter, the project applicant’s primary intended legal use may be achieved. In cases where this chapter requires certain actions unless they are infeasible, the burden of proving infeasibility is placed on the applicant. H. “Hazard tree” means a tree that is dead, dying, diseased, damaged, or structurally defective as determined by a qualified tree professional. I. “Grove” means a group of three or more significant trees with overlapping or touching crowns. J. “Improved lot” means a lot or parcel of land upon which a structure(s) is located, and which cannot be further subdivided pursuant to city subdivision regulations and zoning code. K. “Improvement” means and includes, but is not limited to, any building, structure, storm drainage facilities, road, driveway, utility and pedestrian facilities, or other object constituting a physical addition to real property. L. “Limits of disturbance” means the boundary between the area of minimum protection around a tree and the allowable site disturbance. M. Native Tree. Native trees are described in the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) as being well suited to our climate and tending to provide good habitat for local wildlife. The UFMP contains a partial list of species that are considered native trees. N. “Nuisance tree” means a tree that is causing significant physical damage to a private or public structure and/ or infrastructure, including but not limited to: sidewalk, curb, road, water or sewer or stormwater utilities, driveway, parking lot, building foundation, or roof. O. “Protected tree” means a tree identified for retention and protection on an approved tree retention and protection plan, replacement in relation to a permit or plan, and/or permanently protected by easement, tract, or covenant restriction. P. “Pruning” means the proper removal of roots or branches of a tree according to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A300 pruning standards. Q. “Qualified professional” means an individual with relevant education and training in arboriculture or urban forestry, having two or more of the following credentials: 1. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist; 2. Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) as established by the ISA TRAQ (or equivalent); Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 3 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 181 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 258/276 3. American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) registered Consulting Arborist; 4. Society of American Foresters (SAF) Certified Forester for Forest Management Plans. For tree retention associated with a development permit, a qualified professional must have, in addition to the above credentials, a minimum of three years’ experience working directly with the protection of trees during construction and have experience with the likelihood of tree survival after construction. A qualified professional must also be able to prescribe appropriate measures for the preservation of trees during land development. R. “Significant tree” means a tree that is at least six inches in diameter at breast height (DBH) as measured at four and one-half feet from the ground. For trees with multiple leaders at four and one-half feet height, the DBH shall be the combined cumulative total of branches greater than six inches diameter at four and one-half feet above the average grade. If a tree has been removed and only the stump remains that is below four and one-half feet tall, the size of the tree shall be the diameter of the top of the stump. S. “Specimen tree” means a tree of exceptional size or form for its species or rarity as determined by the city’s qualified tree professional. T. “Tree” means a self-supporting woody plant characterized by one main trunk or, for certain species, multiple trunks, that is recognized as a tree in the nursery and arboricultural industries. U. “Tree fund” refers to the fund created by Chapter 3.95 ECC. V. “Tree removal” means the direct or indirect removal of a tree(s) or vegetation through actions including, but not limited to: clearing, cutting, girdling, topping, or causing irreversible damage to roots or stems; destroying the structural integrity of trees through improper pruning, unless pruning back to the point where the tree has been previously topped; poisoning; filling, excavating, grading, or trenching within the dripline that results in the loss of more than 20 percent of the tree’s root system; or the removal through any of these processes of greater than 50 percent of the live crown of the tree. W. “Tree topping” means the significant cutting back of the leader stem or major branches, resulting in severely altering the growth potential of a tree. This definition does not apply when the sole purpose is to create a snag or snags for wildlife habitat. X. “Viable tree” means a significant tree that a qualified professional has determined to be in good health, with a low risk of failure due to structural defects, is windfirm if isolated or remains as part of a grove, and is a species that is suitable for its location. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.030 Permits. A. Applicability. No person shall remove, excessively prune, or top any significant tree except as provided by this chapter. B. Tree removal not specifically exempted in ECDC 23.10.040 will be processed as a Type I permit. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 4 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 182 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 259/276 C. Procedural Exemption. Tree removal associated with building permit, subdivision, or other land use approval will be reviewed with the associated project and will not require a separate tree removal permit. All clearing shall be consistent with and apply the standards established by this chapter. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.040 Exemptions. The following activities are exempt from the provisions of this chapter and do not require a permit: A. Removal of trees on an improved single-family lot, except for: 1. That portion of the property containing a critical area or its associated buffer. Critical area in this context does not include erosion hazards with slopes less than 25 percent. B. Removal of nonsignificant trees that are not protected by any other means. C. Removal of trees by the public works department, parks department, fire department and/or franchised utilities for one of the following purposes: 1. Installation and maintenance of public utilities or motorized or nonmotorized streets or paths. 2. In response to situations involving danger to life or property, substantial fire hazards, or interruption of services provided by a utility. Franchised utilities shall provide notification to the city prior to tree maintenance or removal. A separate right-of- way permit may be required. D. Removal and maintenance of trees within city of Edmonds’ parks at the direction of the parks department. E. Routine landscaping and maintenance of vegetation, such as pruning and planting, removal of invasive/exotic species, management of brush and seedling trees. Pruning should comply with ANSI A300 (Part 1 – 2017), Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Management – Standard Practices, to maintain long term health. This includes maintenance of trees and vegetation required to be retained or planted under the provisions of the Edmonds Community Development Code. Pruning existing trees back to the point where they have been previously topped is considered maintenance for these trees alone, provided pruning will be undertaken only to the extent necessary for public safety or tree health. F. Trees that do not meet the exemptions in subsections (A) through (E) of this section may be removed with supporting documentation: 1. Nuisance tree with documentation of the damage and any tree work that has been attempted to rectify the nuisance, and/or a statement from the applicant’s qualified tree professional explaining why no arboricultural practices can safely rectify the nuisance. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 5 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 183 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 260/276 2. Hazard tree located outside a critical area with a tree risk assessment prepared by the applicant’s qualified professional documenting how the tree meets the definition of a hazard tree. 3. Hazard tree removal in a critical area or critical area buffers consistent with the requirements of ECDC 23.40.220(C)(8). [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.050 Tree removal prohibited. A. Protected Trees. Removal of protected trees is prohibited, except as provided for in ECDC 23.10.040(F), hazard and nuisance trees, or through an approved modification of a landscape plan. B. Vacant Lots. Removal of trees from a vacant lot prior to a project development is prohibited except as provided for in ECDC 23.10.040(F), hazard and nuisance trees. C. Demolition of Structures. Tree removal shall be prohibited as part of a permitted demolition except as required to reasonably conduct demolition activities subject to approval of the director. Tree replacement shall be required for removed trees. D. In critical areas, critical area buffers, and in all native growth protection easements, tree removal is prohibited except as allowed per Chapters 23.40 through 23.90 ECDC. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.060 Tree retention associated with development activity. A. Introduction. The city’s objective is to retain as many viable trees as possible on a developing site while still allowing a feasible development proposal to move forward in a timely manner. To that end, the city requires approval of a tree retention and protection plan in conjunction with the following applications: 1. Short subdivision; 2. Subdivision; 3. New multifamily development; 4. New single-family development on a vacant lot or a demolition and replacement of a single-family house; and 5. Any tree removal on developed sites not exempted by ECDC 23.10.040. In order to make better decisions about tree retention, particularly during all stages of development, tree retention and protection plans will require specific information about the existing trees before removal is allowed. Specific tree retention and protection plan review standards provided in this section establish tree retention priorities, incentives, and variations to development standards in order to facilitate preservation of viable trees. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 6 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 184 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 261/276 B. Tree Retention and Protection Plan. 1. An applicant for a development identified in subsection (A) of this section must submit a tree retention and protection plan that complies with this section. A qualified professional may be required to prepare certain components of a tree retention and protection plan at the applicant’s expense. 2. Tree Retention and Protection Plan Components. The tree retention and protection plan shall contain the following information, unless waived by the director: a. A tree inventory containing the following: i. A number system of all existing significant trees on the subject property (with corresponding tags on trees); ii. Size (DBH) and estimated tree crown diameter; iii. Proposed tree status (trees to be removed or retained); iv. Brief general health or condition rating of trees (i.e., poor, fair, good, excellent, etc.); v. Tree type or species. b. A site plan depicting the following: i. Location of all proposed improvements, including building footprint, access, utilities, applicable setbacks, critical areas, buffers, and required landscaped areas clearly identified. If a short subdivision or subdivision is being proposed and the location of all proposed improvements has not yet been established, a phased tree retention and protection plan review is required as described in subsection (3)(a) of this section; ii. Accurate location of significant trees on the subject property and adjacent properties where the canopy and/or critical root zone of adjacent significant trees extend onto the subject property (surveyed locations may be required); iii. Trees labeled corresponding to the tree inventory numbering system; iv. Location of tree protection measures; v. Indicate limits of disturbance drawn to scale around all trees potentially impacted by site disturbances resulting from grading, demolition, or construction activities; vi. Proposed tree status (trees to be removed or retained) noted by an “X” or by ghosting out; vii. Proposed locations of any required replacement trees as outlined in ECDC 23.10.080 and trees required to be planted in accordance with subsection (C)(5) of this section. Where replacement trees are proposed to be planted at a different location than the project site, a description of the alternate site and written approval from the property owner must be provided. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 7 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 185 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 262/276 c. An arborist report containing the following: i. A complete description of each tree’s health, condition, and viability; ii. A description of the method(s) used to determine the limits of disturbance (i.e., critical root zone, root plate diameter, or a case-by-case basis description for individual trees); iii. Any special instructions specifically outlining any work proposed within the limits of the disturbance protection area (i.e., hand-digging, tunneling, root pruning, any grade changes, clearing, monitoring, and aftercare); iv. For trees not viable for retention, a description of the reason(s) for removal based on poor health, high risk of failure due to structure, defects, unavoidable isolation (windfirmness), or unsuitability of species, etc., and for which no reasonable alternative action is possible must be given (pruning, cabling, etc.); v. Description of the impact of necessary tree removal to the remaining trees, including those in a grove; 3. Additional Tree Retention and Protection Plan Standards for Short Subdivisions and Subdivisions. a. Phased Review. i. If during the short subdivision or subdivision review process the location of all proposed improvements, including the building footprint, utilities, and access, have not yet been established, the applicant may submit a tree retention and protection plan that addresses the current phase of development and limits removal to the impacted areas. ii. A new tree retention and protection plan shall be required at each subsequent phase of the project as more information about the location of the proposed improvements is known subject to all of the requirements in this section. C. Tree Retention Requirements. 1. General Tree Retention Requirements. Significant trees on lots proposed for development or redevelopment, except as substituted under subsection (F)(3) of this section, shall be retained as follows: Table 23.10.060.C. Tree Retention Requirements for Proposed Development Development Retention Required New single-family, short subdivision, or subdivision 30% of all significant trees in the developable site Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 8 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 186 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 263/276 Table 23.10.060.C. Tree Retention Requirements for Proposed Development Development Retention Required Multifamily development, unit lot short subdivision, or unit lot subdivision 25% of all significant trees in the developable site 2. Trees that are located within native growth protection areas, critical areas and their associated buffers, or that have otherwise been designated for protection shall not be removed except as provided for in ECDC 23.10.040(E), hazard and nuisance trees, and ECDC 23.40.220(C)(8), critical area hazard tree. 3. The director may require the retention of additional trees to meet the stated purpose and intent of this chapter, as required by the critical area regulations (Chapters 23.40 through 23.90 ECDC), or the shoreline master program (ECDC Title 24) or as site-specific conditions demand using SEPA substantive authority. 4. In addition to the tree retention requirements in subsection (C)(1) of this section, every significant tree that is removed under this chapter must be replaced consistent with the requirements of ECDC 23.10.080. 5. For developing properties identified in subsection (A) of this section that have fewer than three significant trees, trees shall be retained and/or planted that will result in the site having at least three trees, which will be significant at maturity, per 8,000 square feet of lot area. D. Priority of Tree Retention Requirements. Significant trees to be retained should be retained in the following order of priority: 1. Priority One. a. Specimen trees; b. Significant trees which form a continuous canopy; c. Significant trees on slope greater than 15 percent; d. Significant trees adjacent to critical areas and their associated buffers; and e. Significant trees over 60 feet in height or greater than 18 inches DBH. 2. Priority Two. a. Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved; b. Trees within the required yard setbacks or around the perimeter; Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 9 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 187 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 264/276 c. Trees that have a screening function or provide relief from glare, blight, or commercial development; d. Other significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and e. Other significant nonnative trees. 3. Priority Three. Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained except where adjacent to open space, wetlands or creek buffers. E. In considering trees for retention, applicants and the city shall avoid, to the extent known, the selection of trees that are mature and may be a fall hazard, including trees adjacent to utility corridors where falling trees may cause power outages or other damage. F. Tree Retention Procedures. 1. If a revised improvement placement would result in the retention of more and/or higher priority trees, the tree retention and protection plan should be adjusted to: a. Maximize the retention of higher priority trees; and b. Satisfy the retention requirement in subsection (C) of this section. 2. This adjustment in subsection (F)(1) of this section must be done unless the applicant can demonstrate that actual compliance with subsection (C) of this section would make the proposed development infeasible. In documenting infeasibility, applicants of subdivision and short subdivision must consider implementing conservation subdivision design as provided for in ECDC 20.75.048. 3. Once the location of on-site improvements has been established through city review and applicant revision of the tree retention and protection plan, existing priority one trees not impacted by the installation of said improvements must be retained at least to the number of trees required by subsection (C) of this section, except for hazard trees and nuisance trees. 4. If there are not enough existing trees outside of the improved areas of the site to satisfy subsection (C) of this section through retention alone, the applicant shall be required to make up the deficiency as follows: a. Planting a number of new trees on-site in accordance with ECDC 23.10.080 that would be sufficient, in combination with the number of trees actually retained, to satisfy subsection (C) of this section; and b. If it is not feasible for planting under this subsection, to achieve the required number of trees, the applicant shall make a fee-in-lieu payment of $2,500 for every tree not planted pursuant to this subsection. G. If a development retains 50 percent of the significant trees on a site, the fee-in-lieu provisions of ECDC 23.10.080(E) do not apply. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 10 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 188 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 265/276 23.10.070 Tree protection measures during development. Prior to development activity or initiating tree removal on the site, vegetated areas, individual trees and soil to be preserved in accordance with ECDC 23.10.060(B) shall be protected from potentially damaging activities pursuant to the following standards: A. Preconstruction Meeting Required. Prior to the commencement of any permitted clearing and grading activity, a preconstruction meeting shall be held on site with the permittee and appropriate city staff. The project site shall be marked in the field as follows: 1. The extent of clearing and grading to occur; 2. Delineation and protection of any critical areas and critical area buffers with clearing limit fencing; 3. Flagging of trees to be removed and tags on trees to be retained; and 4. Property lines. B. Placing Materials Near Trees. No person may conduct any activity within the protected area of any tree designated to remain, including, but not limited to, operating or parking equipment, placing solvents, storing building material or stockpiling any materials, or dumping concrete washout or other chemicals. During construction, no person shall attach any object to any tree designated for protection. C. Protective Barrier. Before development, land clearing, grading, filling or any land alteration, the applicant shall: 1. Erect and maintain readily visible temporary protective tree fencing along the limits of disturbance which completely surrounds the protected area of all retained trees, groups of trees, vegetation and native soil. Tree protective fencing shall be a minimum height of three feet, visible and of durable construction; orange polyethylene laminar fencing is acceptable. 2. Install highly visible signs spaced no further than 15 feet apart along the entirety of the protective tree fencing. Said sign must be approved by the director and shall state, at a minimum, “Tree and Soil Protection Area, Entrance Prohibited,” and provide the city phone number for code enforcement to report violations. 3. Prohibit excavation or compaction of soil or other potentially damaging activities within the barriers; provided, that the director may allow such activities approved by a qualified professional and under the supervision of a qualified professional retained and paid for by the applicant. 4. Maintain the protective barriers in place for the duration of the project until the director authorizes their removal. 5. Ensure that any approved landscaping done in the protected zone subsequent to the removal of the barriers shall be accomplished with machinery from outside the protected zone or by hand. 6. Limit the time period that the critical root zone is covered by mulch, plywood, steel plates or similar materials, or by light soils, to protect the tree’s critical root zone. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 11 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 189 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 266/276 7. In addition to the above, the director may require the following: a. If equipment is authorized to operate within the protected zone, the soil and critical root zone of a tree must be covered with mulch to a depth of at least six inches or with plywood, steel plates or similar material in order to protect roots and soil from damage caused by heavy equipment. b. Minimize root damage by hand-excavating a two-foot-deep trench, at edge of critical root zone, to cleanly sever the roots of trees to be retained. Never rip or shred roots with heavy equipment. c. Corrective pruning performed on protected trees in order to avoid damage from machinery or building activity. d. Maintenance of trees throughout construction period by watering and fertilizing. D. Grade. 1. The grade shall not be elevated or reduced within the critical root zone of trees to be preserved without the director’s authorization based on recommendations from a qualified professional. The director may allow coverage of up to one-half of the area of the tree’s critical root zone with light soils (no clay) to the minimum depth necessary to carry out grading or landscaping plans, if it will not imperil the survival of the tree. Aeration devices may be required to ensure the tree’s survival. 2. If the grade adjacent to a preserved tree is raised such that it could slough or erode into the tree’s critical root zone, it shall be permanently stabilized to prevent soil erosion and suffocation of the roots. 3. The applicant shall not install an impervious surface within the critical root zone of any tree to be retained without the authorization of the director. The director may require specific construction methods and/or use of aeration devices to ensure the tree’s survival and to minimize the potential for root-induced damage to the impervious surface. 4. To the greatest extent practical, utility trenches shall be located outside of the critical root zone of trees to be retained. The director may require that utilities be tunneled under the roots of trees to be retained if the director determines that trenching would significantly reduce the chances of the tree’s survival. 5. Trees and other vegetation to be retained shall be protected from erosion and sedimentation. Clearing operations shall be conducted so as to expose the smallest practical area of soil to erosion for the least possible time. To control erosion, it is encouraged that shrubs, ground cover and stumps be maintained on the individual lots, where feasible. 6. The director may approve the use of alternative tree protection techniques if those techniques provide an equal or greater degree of protection than the techniques listed in this subsection. E. Directional Felling. Directional felling of trees shall be used to avoid damage to trees designated for retention. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 12 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 190 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 267/276 F. Additional Requirements. The director may require additional tree protection measures that are consistent with accepted urban forestry industry practices. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.080 Tree replacement. A. Replacement Required. Tree replacement is required for tree cutting permits required by this chapter and/or for tree removal associated with the development types identified in ECDC 23.10.060(A). Each significant tree to be removed shall be replaced as follows: 1. For each significant tree between six inches and 10 inches DBH removed, one replacement tree is required. 2. For each significant tree between 10.1 inches and 14 inches in DBH removed, two replacement trees are required. 3. For each significant tree greater than 14 inches and less the 24 inches in DBH removed, three replacement trees are required. B. No tree replacement is required in the following cases: 1. The tree is hazardous, dead, diseased, injured, or in a declining condition with no reasonable assurance of regaining vigor, for reasons not attributable to the development. 2. The tree is proposed to be relocated to another suitable planting site; provided, that relocation complies with the standards in this section. C. Prior to any tree removal, the applicant shall demonstrate through a tree protection and replacement plan, critical area mitigation plan, or other plans acceptable to the director that tree replacement will meet the minimum standards of this section. D. Replacement Specifications. 1. Minimum sizes for replacement trees shall be: a. One-and-one-half-inch caliper for deciduous trees; b. Six feet in height for evergreen trees. 2. The director may consider smaller-sized replacement trees if the applicant can demonstrate that smaller trees are more suited to the species, the site conditions, and the purposes of this section, and that such trees will be planted in sufficient quantities to meet the intent of this section. 3. Replacement trees shall be primarily native species. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 13 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 191 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 268/276 4. Replacement trees must be planted within the city of Edmonds or its urban growth area. E. Tree Replacement Fee In Lieu. After providing clear documentation to planning and development that all replacement options have been considered and are infeasible, including arborist reports as necessary, the developer shall pay a fee-in-lieu for each replacement tree required but not replaced. 1. The amount of the fee shall be $1,000 multiplied by the number of trees necessary to satisfy the tree replacement requirements of this section and shall be deposited into the city’s tree fund. 2. The fee shall be paid to the city prior to the issuance of a tree removal permit or associated development permit. 3. For each significant tree greater than 24 inches in DBH removed, a fee based on an appraisal of the tree value by the city tree protection professional using trunk formula method in the current edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal shall be required. 4. In no case shall the fee-in-lieu payments required by this subsection exceed $2.00 per square feet of lot area. [Ord. 4299 § 66 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.085 Protected trees – Notice on title. The owner of any property that included a tree(s) identified for retention and protection on an approved tree retention and protection plan, replacement in relation to a permit or plan, and/or permanently protected by easement, tract, or covenant restriction shall, as a condition of permit issuance, record a notice on title of the existence of such protected trees against the property with the Snohomish County auditor’s office. The notice shall be approved by the director and the city attorney for compliance with this provision. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.090 Bonding. A. The director may require a performance bond for tree replacement and site restoration to ensure the installation of replacement trees, and/or compliance with other landscaping requirements as identified on the approved site plans. B. The bond shall be in the amount of 120 percent of the estimated cost of implementation of the tree replacement and/or site restoration including trees, irrigation and labor. C. A two-year maintenance bond shall be required after the installation of required site improvements and prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or finalization of permit and following required landscape installation or tree replacement. The maintenance bond shall be in place to ensure adequate maintenance and protection of Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 14 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 192 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 269/276 retained trees and site improvements. The maintenance bond shall be for an amount of 15 percent of the performance bond or estimate in subsection (B) of this section. D. The director shall exempt individual single-family lots from a maintenance bond, except where a clearing violation has occurred or tree replacement is located within critical areas or critical area buffers. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.100 Violation, enforcement and penalties. A. Noncompliance with any section of this chapter constitutes a violation of this code. B. A violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable as provided in Chapter 5.50 ECC. C. Penalties. 1. Aiding or Abetting. Any person who, through an act of commission or omission, procures, aids or abets in the violation shall be considered to have committed a violation for the purposes of the penalty. All persons who have been found to commit a violation under this chapter shall be responsible for an equal share of any penalties imposed under subsection (C)(2) of this section. 2. Civil Penalties. Any person violating any provisions of this chapter shall have committed a civil infraction and may be subject to civil penalties in addition to any criminal penalties. Pursuant to Chapter 64.12 RCW, the city may be entitled to triple the amount of civil damages claimed or assessed. The extent of the penalty shall be determined according to one or more of the following: a. An amount reasonably determined by the director to be equivalent to the costs estimated by the city to investigate and administer the infraction; b. The economic benefit that the violator derives from the violation (as measured by the greater of the resulting increase in market value of the property or the value received by the violator or savings of construction costs realized by the violator performing any act in violation of this chapter); c. Removal of existing 12-inch diameter or larger trees in violation of this chapter will require an appraisal of the tree value by the city tree protection professional using trunk formula method in the current edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal. The cost of the appraisal shall be paid by the person(s) who removed existing trees in violation of this chapter; d. Penalty for illegal removal of trees shall be $1,500 per tree less than 12 inches in diameter and the appraised value of trees 12 inches or more in diameter. Penalties shall be paid into the city tree fund. If diameter of removed tree is unknown, determination of the diameter size shall be made by the city arborist by comparing size of stump and species to similar trees in similar growing conditions; Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 15 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 193 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 270/276 e. The cost of replacing and replanting the trees and restoring the disturbed area according to a specific plan approved by the city. Violators of this chapter or of a permit issued thereunder shall be responsible for restoring unlawfully damaged areas in conformance with a plan, approved by the director, that provides for repair of any environmental and property damage, and restoration of the site; and which results in a site condition that, to the greatest extent practical, is equivalent to the site condition that would have existed in the absence of the violation(s); f. If illegal tree topping has occurred, the property owner shall be required to have a certified arborist develop and implement a five-year pruning schedule in addition to monetary fines and/or required tree replacement. 3. Civil penalties under this section shall be imposed by a notice in writing, either by certified mail with return receipt requested or by personal service, to the person incurring the same from the city. The notice shall describe the violation, the approximate date(s) of violation, and shall order the acts constituting the violation to cease and desist, or, in appropriate cases, require necessary corrective action within a specific time. 4. Any fiscal penalty recovered under this section shall be deposited in the city’s tree fund as established in Chapter 3.95 ECC. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 23.10.110 Liability. A. Liability for any adverse impacts, damages or injury resulting from work performed in accordance with any permit issued by the city under ECDC 23.10.030 shall be the sole responsibility of the permit applicant and/or owner of the property or site for which the permit was issued, and shall not be the responsibility of the city of Edmonds. Issuance by the city of any permit under this chapter shall not be construed as an assumption of any risk or liability by the city of Edmonds, nor as a warranty or guarantee that the work authorized by the permit will have no adverse impact or will cause no damages or injury to any person or property. B. Issuance by the city of a permit under ECDC 23.10.030 and/or compliance by the applicant and/or property owner with any permit conditions therein shall not relieve an applicant and/or property owner from any responsibility otherwise imposed by law for any adverse impacts, injury or damage to persons or property resulting from the work authorized by any permit issued under this chapter. C. Nothing contained in this chapter shall be deemed to relieve any property owner within the city limits from the duties imposed under Chapter 9.25 ECC to keep any tree or vegetation upon his property or under his control in such condition as to prevent it from constituting a hazard or a nuisance. D. The amount of any security required as part of any land development permit with which tree removal is associated shall not serve as a gauge or limit to the compensation that may be owed by a property owner as a result of injury or damages to persons or property resulting from any tree removal authorized under this chapter. [Ord. 4227 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4220 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 4218 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 16 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 194 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 271/276 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. Disclaimer: The city clerk’s office has the official version of the Edmonds Community Development Code. Users should contact the city clerk’s office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. City Website: www.edmondswa.gov Hosted by General Code. Ch. 23.10 Tree Related Regulations | Edmonds Community Development Code Page 17 of 17 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4379, passed January 14, 2025. 10.1.g Packet Pg. 195 At t a c h m e n t : E C D C 2 3 . 1 0 T r e e R e l a t e d R e g u l a t i o n s ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 272/276 Supportive City of Edmonds Planning Documents April 21, 2025 Urban Forest Management Plan, July 2019 Plans | Long Range Planning - City of Edmonds, WA https://www.edmondswa.gov/government/departments/development_services/planning_ division/plans_long_range_planning Climate Action Plan, 2023 Climate Action Plan - City of Edmonds, WA https://www.edmondswa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=16495016&pageId=17296262 2024 Comprehensive Plan Everyone's Edmonds - City of Edmonds, WA https://www.edmondswa.gov/government/departments/development_services/planning_ division/everyones__edmonds 10.1.h Packet Pg. 196 At t a c h m e n t : S u p p o r t i v e P l a n n i n g D o c u m e n t s r e f e r e n c e ( I n t e r i m O r d i n a n c e t o P r o h i b i t t h e R e m o v a l o f C e r t a i n L a n d m a r k T r e e s )   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 273/276 Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Contact the City Clerk at (425) 771-2525 with 24 hours advance notice for special accommodations. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL On April 14, 2026, the Edmonds City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the following issue: EXTENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4389 FOR AN ADDITIONAL PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS (AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM REGULATION TO PROHIBIT THE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN LANDMARK TREES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS, SETTING ONE YEAR AS THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE INTERIM REGULATION AND ADOPTING A WORK PLAN) PER RCW 36.70.795. The meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of Edmonds Public Safety Complex, 250 5th Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. All interested persons are encouraged to attend and provide oral and/or written comments. Remote participation is also available via the Zoom. Citizens may connect using a computer or smart phone at: https://zoom.us/j/95798484261 or join the meeting by phone at: US: +1 253 215 8782 Webinar ID: 957 9848 4261. Written comments are welcome prior 4:00 p.m. on the date of the public hearing: https://www.edmondswa.gov/publiccomment. If the item is continued to another date because it is not completed, or further information is needed, the date of the continuation will be announced only at the meeting. Additional information may be obtained from the following department: Planning & Development, Telephone: 425-771-0220. Luke Lonie Edmonds City Clerk Published: Friday, March 20, 2026 Posted: Monday, March 23, 2026 WARNING! THE REMOVAL, MUTILATION, DESTRUCTION, OR CONCEALMENT OF THIS NOTICE BEFORE THE DATE OF THE MEETING IS A MISDEMEANOR PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND IMPRISONMENT. THIS NOTICE MAY BE REMOVED AFTER 4/14/2026   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 274/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 275/276   Item 9.1       Packet pg. 276/276