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2026-09-22 Council Packet
Edmonds City Council Agenda September 22, 2026 Posted: 9/18/2026 2:07 PM 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 SEPTEMBER 22, 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 in support of National Lights Out Only One Reading Required – Mayor's Office (5 minutes) 2. 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. July 2026 Monthly Financial Report Second Reading 2. Written Public Comments Only One Reading Required 8. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA Edmonds City Council Agenda September 22, 2026 Posted: 9/18/2026 2:07 PM Page 2 1. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes Only One Reading Required 2. Addendum No. 1 to the Market Special Event Agreement adding Winter Market Dates Second Reading 3. Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. Only One Reading Required 4. Approval to Terminate Construction Contract for the Olympic View Drive Pavement Preservation Project Second Reading 5. Approval of claim checks and wire payments. Only One Reading Required 6. Proposed Interlocal Agreement regarding Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Second Reading 9. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Ordinance Amending Authorized Employee Positions First Reading – Public Works and Utilities (15 minutes) 2. Code Update for Conversion or Addition of Dwelling Units in Existing Buildings (HB 1757) First Reading – Planning and Development Services (30 minutes) 3. Planning Board Recommendation on Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Zoning Map Designations for Four Lots in the Westgate Area First Reading – Planning and Development Services (30 minutes) 4. Interim Landmark Tree Ordinance and Tree Code Amendments Workplan, File No. AMD2026-0001 Fifth Reading and Beyond – Planning and Development Services (30 minutes) 5. Adoption of Ordinance to Amend ECC Chapter 10 Second Reading – Mayor's Office (45 minutes) 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS 11. 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. Edmonds City Council Agenda September 22, 2026 Posted: 9/18/2026 2:07 PM Page 3 City Council Agenda Item 5.1 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Proclamation in support of National Lights Out (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Mayor's Office PRESENTER:Mayor Rosen NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Mayor Rosen will read a proclamation in support of National Lights Out. The proclamation will be received by Bill Derry and Marjie Fields of the Pilchuck Audubon Society. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The National Lights Out program is a conservation effort to protect migratory birds by reducing artificial lighting during peak migration periods. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: N/A RECOMMENDATION: Mayor Rosen will read a proclamation in support of National Lights Out. The proclamation will be received by Bill Derry and Marjie Fields of the Pilchuck Audubon Society. BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Proclamation in support of National Lights Out 2026 Item 5.1 Packet pg. 4/431 Item 5.1 Packet pg. 4/431 Item 5.1 Packet pg. 5/431 Item 5.1 Packet pg. 5/431 City Council Agenda Item 7.1 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:July 2026 Monthly Financial Report (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:Richard Gould NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Received for Filing 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: Received for Filing BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: July 2026 Monthly Financial Report Item 7.1 Packet pg. 6/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 6/431 CITY OF EDMONDS JULY 2026 FINANCIAL REPORT FY 2026 July July 31, 2026 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 7/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 7/431 1 Table of Contents Monthly Highlights ...................................... 3 2025-2026 Biennial Budget Summary ......... 4 All Funds Financial Summary ....................... 5 General Fund Summaries ............................ 6 Development Services Revenue Summary .. 8 Major Revenue Summaries ......................... 9 All Revenue Summary ............................... 12 All Expenditure Summary .......................... 14 Salaries and Benefits Summaries .............. 16 Debt Summary ........................................... 20 Interfund Loan Summary ........................... 21 Investment Portfolio Summary ................. 22 General Fund (001) Cash Flows Report ..... 24 Appendix A ................................................ 25 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 8/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 8/431 2 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 9/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 9/431 3 MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS GENERAL FUND HIGHLIGHTS • Sales Tax is up $509,521 from this point last year and is $538,481 over the cumulative budget forecast of $6,675,904 for sales tax revenues. We are currently trending 7.60% over 2025 for sales collections through July. • Development Services related revenues are $906,445 more than they were to this point in 2025. Through July, we are 58% of the year complete, but have received 113% of the budgeted Development Services revenues, or $1,103,502 over the $1,179,092 that would be expected through this point. • Charges for Services revenues in the General Fund are down $(60,324) from 2025; this difference is less than we would have expected due to the large increase in Development Services revenues to this point. We would expect this revenue source to be lower due to no longer receiving EMS Transport Fees in 2026. Through July of 2025, we had received $982,823 in revenues from this revenue source. • General Fund Interfund Loan – The City began repayment of this loan in January of 2026; the outstanding balance on the principal as of the end of July is $4,250,000. Total interest to date that will be charged for this loan is $395,850; the City has paid $155,204 of this interest as of the end of July. • Through July, salaries and benefits totaled $17,741,887 for the General Fund which is $(1,374,100) less than we would have expected through this point. This is due to leaving additional approved and funded positions vacant in 2026. For all funds we have spent $(2,755,786) less than we would have expected through this point. Sales Tax Property Tax Other Taxes Actual 7,214,385 6,347,123 8,167,352 Budget 11,700,000 11,713,393 13,222,116 - 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 Ax i s T i t l e General Fund Tax Revenue (2026 YTD) Source 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Revenues 7/31/2026 Revenues Amount Remaining % Received TAXES $ 36,635,509 $ 20,896,368 $ 21,728,861 $ 14,906,648 59% LICENSES AND PERMITS 1,965,050 1,250,087 1,378,659 586,391 70% INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUES 1,248,653 1,037,482 646,057 602,596 52% CHARGES FOR GOODS AND SERVICES 7,825,347 5,057,325 4,997,001 2,828,346 64% FINES AND PENALTIES 2,888,000 784,055 1,636,944 1,251,056 57% MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES 838,381 541,238 628,244 210,137 75% OTHER INCREASES IN FUND RESOURCES - 6,000,000 - - 0% OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 50,000 60,265 - 50,000 0% 51,450,940$ 35,626,820$ 31,015,767$ 20,435,173$ 60% CITY OF EDMONDS REVENUES - GENERAL FUND - BY SOURCE IN SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 10/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 10/431 4 001 General Fund 1,336,357$ 110,617,025$ 88,315,371$ 106,752,322$ 83,137,606$ 914,021$ (2,046,612)$ 009 LEOFF Medical Insurance Reserve Subfund 19,441 737,000 580,000 756,000 590,412 24,944 1,444 011 Risk Management Reserve Fund - - - - - - - 012 Contingency Reserve Fund 2,228,672 - - - - 2,228,672 2,228,672 014 Historic Preservation Gift Fund 4,559 - - 11,400 - (1,141) 4,559 016 Building Maintenance Fund 2,380,534 194,410 119,113 2,714,068 673,198 448,913 2,204,843 017 Marsh Restoration & Preservation Fund 861,616 50,000 - 183,960 7,258 806,117 854,357 018 Edmonds Homelessness Response Fund 200,000 - - 196,425 109,571 82,340 90,665 019 Edmonds Opioid Response Fund 456,556 100,000 130,296 450,000 - 541,619 541,619 Total General Fund 7,487,735 111,698,435 89,144,780 111,064,175 84,518,045 5,045,484 3,879,546 104 Drug Enforcement Fund 47,981 9,400 3,869 40,000 14,765 34,035 49,425 111 Street Fund 177,530 5,545,000 4,042,561 5,374,146 3,351,963 992,838 621,524 112 Street Construction Fund 3,211,126 12,153,779 3,978,365 11,206,049 2,789,463 4,139,154 3,766,445 117 Municipal Arts Acquisition Fund 671,730 548,241 199,846 768,927 355,121 424,236 655,828 120 Hotel/Motel Tax Fund 165,422 258,410 206,644 305,000 224,725 149,380 131,470 121 Employee Parking Permit Fund 12,691 110,290 42,586 65,173 24,314 22,008 461 122 Youth Scholarship Fund 20,769 4,750 2,410 6,000 300 21,521 22,181 123 Tourism Promotional Arts Fund 151,599 57,970 78,586 84,800 49,172 135,906 174,466 125 REET 2 2,432,519 3,787,950 3,336,093 3,330,424 1,281,170 4,282,291 3,676,805 126 REET 1 4,631,092 4,043,320 3,502,025 4,146,945 2,360,368 5,930,876 5,174,891 127 Gifts Catalog Fund 3,027,911 677,940 2,371,760 1,298,953 665,307 4,445,870 4,773,527 130 Cemetery Maintenance/Imp. Fund 130,453 675,719 742,230 671,945 490,768 248,448 388,822 137 Cemetery Maintenance Fund 1,269,638 183,761 118,176 461,124 272,578 996,992 1,075,068 138 Sister City Commission Fund 17,896 17,540 6,740 14,800 - 22,833 24,003 140 Business Improvement District Fund 34,037 158,418 128,524 173,320 125,525 19,368 26,034 141 Affordable Housing Fund 380,831 130,000 100,665 - - 527,814 462,814 142 Edmonds Rescue Plan Fund 833 - 9,167 - - 10,000 10,000 143 Tree Fund 135,348 141,761 326,907 150,000 111,819 367,460 384,201 Total Special Revenue Funds 16,519,406 28,504,249 19,197,153 28,097,606 12,117,358 22,771,028 21,417,963 DE B T SE R V I C E FU N D S 231 2012 LTGO Debt Service Fund - 607,760 336,791 607,760 337,141 350 - CA P I T A L PR O J E C T FU N D S 332 Parks Capital Construction Fund 299,964 684,482 761,776 237,035 67,814 537,270 328,410 411 Combined Utility Operations - - 85,215 - - - - 421 Water Utility Fund 39,451,533 25,144,575 23,590,669 41,240,704 22,976,881 38,368,119 43,757,274 422 Storm Utility Fund 23,214,849 20,874,042 15,299,112 23,800,916 14,226,951 26,549,925 26,150,921 423 Sewer/WWTP Utility Fund 80,547,614 39,829,016 32,401,545 40,183,800 27,574,511 84,818,738 84,371,349 424 Utility Debt Service Fund 843,961 2,323,310 1,386,054 2,297,790 1,386,053 843,961 843,961 Total Enterprise Funds 144,057,957 88,170,943 72,762,595 107,523,210 66,164,396 150,580,742 155,123,504 511 Equipment Rental Fund 11,867,486 4,889,190 4,393,384 4,121,587 3,272,707 12,836,286 12,305,347 512 Technology Rental Fund 1,252,104 5,077,196 3,817,046 5,010,600 3,344,944 1,681,309 1,790,223 Total Internal Service Funds 13,119,590 9,966,386 8,210,430 9,132,187 6,617,651 14,517,594 14,095,569 181,484,652$ 239,632,255$ 190,413,525$ 256,661,973$ 169,822,405$ 193,452,469$ 194,844,993$ 2025-2026 BIENNIAL BUDGET SUMMARY - ALL FUNDS GE N E R A L F U N D SP E C I A L R E V E N U E F U N D S EN T E R P R I S E FU N D S *The above 2026 budget and ending fund balances for Funds 001, 421 and 422 have been adjusted to reflect year-end reporting for the interfund loan. This TOTAL 2025 Beginning Fund Balance 2025-2026 Adopted Revenue Budget 2025-2026 Adopted Expense BudgetFund all other pages reflect full budget. IN T E R N A L S E R V I C E F U N D S 2025 Unaudited Ending Fund Balance 2025-2026 Actual Revenues Period 1-19 2025-2026 Actual Expenses Period 1-19 2026 Estimated Ending Fund Balance is to provide a more accurate estimate for ending fund balance for these three funds as of the end of 2026. This is only reflected in this manner for this chart; Item 7.1 Packet pg. 11/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 11/431 5 City of Edmonds All Funds Financial Summary As of July 31, 2026 Fund Beginning Fund Balance* Revenues / Sources Expenditures / Uses Revenues less Expenditures Ending Fund Balance Governmental 001 General Fund (2,046,612) 31,015,767 28,466,248 2,549,519 502,906 009 LEOFF Medical Insurance Reserve 1,444 260,000 252,415 7,585 9,029 012 Contingency Reserve 2,228,672 - - - 2,228,672 014 Historic Sub-Fund 4,559 - - - 4,559 016 Building Maintenance 2,204,843 40,361 418,755 (378,394) 1,826,449 017 Marsh Restoration 854,357 - - - 854,357 018 Homeless Response 90,665 - 236 (236) 90,429 019 Opioid Response 541,619 45,233 - 45,233 586,852 Total General Fund and Subfunds 3,879,546 31,361,361 29,137,653 2,223,708 6,103,254 Special Revenue Funds 104 Drug Enforcement 49,425 1,057 13,615 (12,558) 36,867 111 Street 621,524 1,612,054 1,366,520 245,534 867,058 112 Street Construction 3,766,445 1,156,916 631,721 525,195 4,291,640 117 Municipal Arts 655,828 25,163 168,625 (143,463) 512,366 120 Hotel / Motel 131,470 65,337 51,798 13,539 145,009 121 Employee Parking 461 30,010 - 30,010 30,471 122 Youth Scholarship 22,181 625 - 625 22,805 123 Tourism Promotion 174,466 25,583 19,617 5,966 180,432 125 REET 2 3,676,805 1,194,918 380,419 814,498 4,491,303 126 REET 1 5,174,891 1,236,275 705,163 531,112 5,706,003 127 Gifts Catalog 4,773,527 224,783 243,350 (18,567) 4,754,960 130 Cemetery Maintenance 388,822 206,324 208,486 (2,163) 386,659 137 Cemetery Trust 1,075,068 30,347 404 29,942 1,105,010 138 Sister City 24,003 669 - 669 24,673 140 Business Improvement 26,034 52,135 41,131 11,003 37,037 141 Affordable Housing 462,814 30,582 - 30,582 493,396 142 Edmonds Rescue 10,000 - - - 10,000 143 Tree Fund 384,201 14,782 44,177 (29,395) 354,806 Capital Projects 328,410 610,277 - 610,277 938,687 Debt Service - 30,589 30,939 (350) (350) Enterprise Funds 411 Combined Utility Operation - 85,215 - 85,215 85,215 421 Water Utility 43,757,274 9,923,908 5,577,478 4,346,430 48,103,703 422 Storm Water Utility 26,150,921 6,511,859 4,607,964 1,903,895 28,054,816 423 Sewer / Wastewater Treatment Plant 84,371,349 12,011,135 10,484,452 1,526,683 85,898,032 424 Bond Reserve Fund 843,961 236,686 236,684 1 843,962 Internal Service Funds 511 Equipment Rental 12,305,347 1,475,721 1,287,634 188,087 12,493,433 512 Technology Rental 1,790,223 1,408,292 1,412,411 (4,119) 1,786,103 All Funds 194,844,993 69,562,601 56,650,242 12,912,359 207,757,352 *All Beginning Fund Balance amounts reflect the ending balances from the unaudited 2025 Financial Statements. $200,000 of the Fund Balance in Fund 126 has been reserved for Marsh Restoration Funding, as well as $1,200,000 for the purchase of Open Space. $250,000 of the Fund Balance in Fund 422 has been reserved for Marsh Restoration Funding. Item 7.1 Packet pg. 12/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 12/431 6 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Title 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Expenditures 7/31/2026 Expenditures Amount Remaining % Spent CITY COUNCIL 467,379$ 266,103$ 266,224$ 201,155$ 57% OFFICE OF MAYOR 498,288 280,866 243,530 254,758 49% HUMAN RESOURCES 1,107,619 564,106 574,154 533,465 52% CITY ADMINISTRATOR 633,737 - 484,996 148,741 77% CITY ATTORNEY 1,326,346 577,772 629,268 697,078 47% CITY CLERK 750,649 - 399,404 351,245 53% ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 1,560,772 1,290,980 1,002,494 558,278 64% NON-DEPARTMENTAL 6,955,912 9,361,422 4,438,718 2,517,194 64% POLICE SERVICES 18,498,299 10,230,500 10,357,045 8,141,254 56% MUNICIPAL COURT 2,553,298 1,030,083 1,408,842 1,144,456 55% SATELLITE OFFICE - 8,487 - - 0% COMMUNITY SERVICES/ECONOMIC DEV.- 549,168 - - 0% PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 4,326,185 1,912,067 2,181,700 2,144,485 50% HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM - 90,122 - - 0% PARKS & RECREATION 5,167,117 2,792,720 2,737,945 2,429,173 53% PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 883,360 452,429 507,267 376,093 57% FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 2,606,747 1,345,324 1,349,426 1,257,321 52% ENGINEERING 4,154,599 1,836,144 1,885,237 2,269,362 45% 51,490,307$ 32,588,293$ 28,466,248$ 23,024,059$ 55% EXPENDITURES - GENERAL FUND - BY DEPARTMENT IN SUMMARY CITY OF EDMONDS Item 7.1 Packet pg. 13/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 13/431 7 GENERAL FUND SUMMARY General Fund - Fund 001 Only Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 5,092,205$ 5,092,205$ 2,714,712$ 2,714,712$ -46.69% February 8,880,277 3,788,073 3,599,318 6,314,029 -28.90% March 12,749,331 3,869,053 5,086,550 11,400,579 -10.58% April 21,246,923 8,497,592 8,246,184 19,646,763 -7.53% May 25,225,825 3,978,902 4,158,304 23,805,067 -5.63% June 28,148,925 2,923,100 3,844,590 27,649,657 -1.77% July 30,804,734 2,655,809 3,366,110 31,015,767 0.69% August 33,606,336 2,801,602 2,820,795 33,836,562 0.69% September 36,605,232 2,998,896 3,019,441 36,856,003 0.69% October 45,224,778 8,619,546 8,678,596 45,534,598 0.69% November 48,602,351 3,377,573 3,400,711 48,935,309 0.69% December 51,450,940 2,848,589 2,868,104 51,803,413 0.69% 51,450,940$ General Fund - Fund 001 Only Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 4,887,949$ 4,887,949$ 4,678,204$ 4,678,204$ -4.29% February 8,800,118 3,912,169 4,100,965 8,779,169 -0.24% March 13,149,106 4,348,988 3,750,362 12,529,530 -4.71% April 17,128,517 3,979,411 3,887,023 16,416,554 -4.16% May 21,233,715 4,105,198 3,887,944 20,304,498 -4.38% June 25,636,087 4,402,372 4,133,349 24,437,847 -4.67% July 29,450,694 3,814,607 4,028,401 28,466,248 -3.34% August 33,420,596 3,969,903 3,837,201 32,303,449 -3.34% September 37,709,447 4,288,851 4,145,488 36,448,937 -3.34% October 42,104,379 4,394,932 4,248,023 40,696,959 -3.34% November 46,571,226 4,466,848 4,317,535 45,014,494 -3.34% December 51,490,307 4,919,081 4,754,651 49,769,145 -3.34% 51,490,307$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Revenue Summary-General Fund 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-General Fund *The monthly budget trend column is based on a two year trend which covers 2024 and 2025. As we received the full $6M interfund loan during January and February in 2025, this has effected the estimated flows of revenues coming in during 2026 and assumes a larger than normal amount of budget will be coming in during January and February of 2026. This is why it shows that we will expect to come in .69% over budget for 2026 when we are currently trending over budget through July. Through July we have received 60% of budget when only 58% of the year is complete. Please also note that the monthly report is cash basis and does not reflect accruals or adjustments done for year-end financial reporting. Due to this, the "prior year" green line reflects the $6M interfund loan as being recorded as revenue to the general fund. For year-end financial reporting, this was moved to a balance sheet account. 0 5,000,000 10,000,000 15,000,000 20,000,000 25,000,000 30,000,000 35,000,000 40,000,000 45,000,000 50,000,000 55,000,000 60,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC General Fund -Fund 001 only Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 5,000,000 10,000,000 15,000,000 20,000,000 25,000,000 30,000,000 35,000,000 40,000,000 45,000,000 50,000,000 55,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC General Fund -Fund 001 Only Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 14/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 14/431 8 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REVENUE SUMMARY Source 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Revenues 7/31/2026 Revenues Amount Remaining % Received DEV SERV PERMIT SURCHARGE 90,000$ 75,110$ 79,636$ 10,364$ 88% RIGHT OF WAY FRANCHISE FEE 30,000 33,672 32,093 (2,093) 107% BUILDING PERMITS 40,000 84,567 123,678 (83,678) 309% FIRE PERMIT 5,000 - - 5,000 0% ENGINEERING PERMIT 108,300 15,808 12,512 95,788 12% ENG PERMIT - RIGHT OF WAY - 65,585 64,071 (64,071) 0% ENG PERMIT - ENCROACHMENT - 1,233 3,432 (3,432) 0% ENG PERMIT - STREET USE - 411 5,005 (5,005) 0% STREET AND CURB PERMIT - 293 - - 0% STREET AND CURB PERMIT W/LEASEHOLD 10,000 - - 10,000 0% ENGINEERING FEES AND CHARGES - 1,528 - - 0% FIRE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION FEES 10,000 25,546 25,338 (15,338) 253% ZONING/SUBDIVISION FEE - 1,205 858 (858) 0% BUILDING PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION 1,160,000 666,107 1,488,174 (328,174) 128% BUILDING PEER PLAN REVIEW - 6,680 2,228 (2,228) 0% FIRE PLAN REVIEW 25,000 25,347 39,433 (14,433) 158% PLANNING REVIEW AND INSPECTION 110,000 59,358 54,895 55,105 50% PLANNING PEER PLAN REVIEW - 8,000 1,422 (1,422) 0% S.E.P.A. REVIEW 6,000 3,668 - 6,000 0% ENG PLAN REVIEWS 210,000 81,658 38,378 171,622 18% ENGINEERING PEER PLAN REVIEW 200,000 115,958 93,238 106,762 47% ENG INSPECTIONS - 93,185 201,042 (201,042) 0% CRITICAL AREA STUDY 17,000 11,230 17,160 (160) 101% 2,021,300$ 1,376,148$ 2,282,594$ (261,294)$ 113% CITY OF EDMONDS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REVENUES SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 15/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 15/431 9 MAJOR REVENUE SUMMARY Property Tax The timing of recording property tax revenues changed in 2023 to be recorded in the month that they were for versus the month that the payment was received. This is the reason for the difference between the years 2022, and 2023-2026. The large difference between 2026 and prior years is due to no longer receiving the EMS property tax levy with the move to the RFA. $8,056,833 $8,150,988 $8,464,987 $8,701,360 $6,375,269 - 1,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 4,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 6,000,000.00 7,000,000.00 8,000,000.00 9,000,000.00 10,000,000.00 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Property Tax Revenues (January through July) Sales Tax In the next chart, sales tax is up 7.60% from this point in time in 2025. This is up from last year when it was up .41% at this point. $4,772,526 $4,450,258 $5,699,002 $6,337,518 $6,542,037 $6,677,774 $6,704,864 $7,214,385 - 800,000.00 1,600,000.00 2,400,000.00 3,200,000.00 4,000,000.00 4,800,000.00 5,600,000.00 6,400,000.00 7,200,000.00 8,000,000.00 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 YTD 2026 Sales Tax Revenues (January through July) Item 7.1 Packet pg. 16/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 16/431 10 MAJOR REVENUE SUMMARY Charges for Services A larger difference is expected between 2026 and prior years due to no longer receiving EMS Transport Fees with the move to the RFA. Due to receiving a larger increase in Development Services revenues through Ju ly, this has lowered this difference. $2,276,080 $4,269,761 $4,880,288 $5,057,325 $4,997,001 - 500,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,500,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,500,000.00 3,000,000.00 3,500,000.00 4,000,000.00 4,500,000.00 5,000,000.00 5,500,000.00 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Charges for Services Revenues (January through July ) Water Utility Tax The large difference between 2026 and prior years is due to the increase in Utility Tax from 10% to 20% that will sunset on December 31, 2028. $496,381 $543,193 $576,174 $622,548 $1,359,996 - 200,000.00 400,000.00 600,000.00 800,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,200,000.00 1,400,000.00 1,600,000.00 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Water Utility Tax Revenues (January through July) Item 7.1 Packet pg. 17/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 17/431 11 MAJOR REVENUE SUMMARY Sewer Utility Tax The large difference between 2026 and prior years is due to the increase in Utility Tax from 10% to 20% that will sunset on D ecember 31, 2028. $567,718 $596,420 $662,981 $726,636 $1,612,231 - 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Sewer Utility Tax Revenues (January through July) Real Estate Excise Tax Real Estate Excise Taxes (REET) are collected from all real estate transactions. The utilization of this revenue is restrict ed to capital projects and projects identified in the capital facilities plan. Real Estate Excise Tax is down -12.85% from this point in time last year. $2,879,064 $2,043,169 $1,582,268 $1,899,207 $2,491,662 $2,171,404 - 400,000.00 800,000.00 1,200,000.00 1,600,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,400,000.00 2,800,000.00 3,200,000.00 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Real Estate Excise Taxes (January through July) Item 7.1 Packet pg. 18/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 18/431 12 ALL REVENUE SUMMARY Fund No.Title 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Revenues 7/31/2026 Revenues Amount Remaining % Received 001 GENERAL FUND 51,450,940$ 35,626,820$ 31,015,767$ 20,435,173$ 60% 009 LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE 462,000 155,000 260,000 202,000 56% 016 BUILDING MAINTENANCE FUND 94,070 47,056 40,361 53,709 43% 017 MARSH RESTORATION & PRESERVATION FUND 50,000 - - 50,000 0% 019 EDMONDS OPIOID RESPONSE FUND 50,000 11,238 45,233 4,767 90% 104 DRUG ENFORCEMENT FUND 4,610 1,686 1,057 3,553 23% 111 STREET FUND 3,105,000 1,440,123 1,612,054 1,492,946 52% 112 COMBINED STREET CONST/IMPROVE 9,027,861 2,047,159 1,156,916 7,870,945 13% 117 MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND 121,420 103,069 25,163 96,257 21% 120 HOTEL/MOTEL TAX REVENUE FUND 128,910 70,312 65,337 63,573 51% 121 EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND 54,950 11,038 30,010 24,940 55% 122 YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2,340 979 625 1,715 27% 123 TOURISM PROMOTIONAL FUND/ARTS 8,740 26,871 25,583 (16,843) 293% 125 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 2 2,139,330 1,342,323 1,194,918 944,412 56% 126 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 1 2,262,900 1,418,738 1,236,275 1,026,625 55% 127 GIFTS CATALOG FUND 332,360 2,028,173 224,783 107,577 68% 130 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROVEMT 202,562 148,273 206,324 (3,762) 102% 137 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FD 96,924 58,214 30,347 66,577 31% 138 SISTER CITY COMMISSION 6,230 628 669 5,561 11% 140 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 79,209 54,218 52,135 27,074 66% 141 AFFORDABLE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FUND 65,000 26,706 30,582 34,418 47% 142 EDMONDS RESCUE PLAN FUND - 9,167 - - 0% 143 TREE FUND 58,259 302,479 14,782 43,477 25% 231 2012 LT GO DEBT SERVICE FUND 301,890 32,926 30,589 271,301 10% 332 PARKS CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION FUND 335,860 104,360 610,277 (274,417) 182% 411 COMBINED UTILITY OPERATION - 81,620 85,215 (85,215) 0% 421 WATER UTILITY FUND 15,030,903 7,298,415 9,923,908 5,106,995 66% 422 STORM UTILITY FUND 12,850,528 5,134,692 6,511,859 6,338,669 51% 423 SEWER/WWTP UTILITY FUND 20,499,448 11,898,195 12,011,135 8,488,313 59% 424 BOND RESERVE FUND 1,148,390 249,801 236,686 911,704 21% 511 EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND 2,512,920 1,893,970 1,475,721 1,037,199 59% 512 TECHNOLOGY RENTAL FUND 2,673,614 1,408,975 1,408,292 1,265,322 53% 125,157,168$ 73,033,223$ 69,562,601 55,594,567$ 56% CITY OF EDMONDS REVENUES BY FUND - SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 19/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 19/431 13 ALL REVENUE SUMMARY Fund No.Title 2025-2026 Adopted Revenue Budget 2025-2026 Actual Revenues Period 1-19 Amount Remaining % Received 001 GENERAL FUND 110,617,025$ 88,315,371$ 22,301,654$ 80% 009 LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE 737,000 580,000 157,000 79% 016 BUILDING MAINTENANCE FUND 194,410 119,113 75,297 61% 017 MARSH RESTORATION & PRESERVATION FUND 50,000 - 50,000 0% 019 EDMONDS OPIOID RESPONSE FUND 100,000 130,296 (30,296) 130% 104 DRUG ENFORCEMENT FUND 9,400 3,869 5,531 41% 111 STREET FUND 5,545,000 4,042,561 1,502,439 73% 112 COMBINED STREET CONST/IMPROVE 12,153,779 3,978,365 8,175,414 33% 117 MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND 548,241 199,846 348,395 36% 120 HOTEL/MOTEL TAX REVENUE FUND 258,410 206,644 51,766 80% 121 EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND 110,290 42,586 67,704 39% 122 YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND 4,750 2,410 2,340 51% 123 TOURISM PROMOTIONAL FUND/ARTS 57,970 78,586 (20,616) 136% 125 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 2 3,787,950 3,336,093 451,857 88% 126 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 1 4,043,320 3,502,025 541,295 87% 127 GIFTS CATALOG FUND 677,940 2,371,760 (1,693,820) 350% 130 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROVEMT 675,719 742,230 (66,511) 110% 137 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FD 183,761 118,176 65,585 64% 138 SISTER CITY COMMISSION 17,540 6,740 10,800 38% 140 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 158,418 128,524 29,894 81% 141 AFFORDABLE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FUND 130,000 100,665 29,335 77% 142 EDMONDS RESCUE PLAN FUND - 9,167 (9,167) 0% 143 TREE FUND 141,761 326,907 (185,146) 231% 231 2012 LT GO DEBT SERVICE FUND 607,760 336,791 270,969 55% 332 PARKS CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION FUND 684,482 761,776 (77,294) 111% 411 COMBINED UTILITY OPERATION - 85,215 (85,215) 0% 421 WATER UTILITY FUND 26,394,575 23,590,669 2,803,906 89% 422 STORM UTILITY FUND 22,624,042 15,299,112 7,324,930 68% 423 SEWER/WWTP UTILITY FUND 39,829,016 32,401,545 7,427,471 81% 424 BOND RESERVE FUND 2,323,310 1,386,054 937,256 60% 511 EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND 4,889,190 4,393,384 495,806 90% 512 TECHNOLOGY RENTAL FUND 5,077,196 3,817,046 1,260,150 75% 242,632,255$ 190,413,525$ 52,218,730$ 78% CITY OF EDMONDS REVENUES BY FUND - BIENNIAL SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 20/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 20/431 14 ALL EXPENDITURE SUMMARY Fund No.Title 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Expenditures 7/31/2026 Expenditures Amount Remaining % Spent 001 GENERAL FUND 51,490,307$ 32,588,293$ 28,466,248$ 23,024,059$ 55% 009 LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE 438,500 166,378 252,415 186,085 58% 011 RISK MANAGEMENT RESERVE FUND - - - - 0% 014 HISTORIC PRESERVATION GIFT FUND 5,700 - - 5,700 0% 016 BUILDING MAINTENANCE FUND 1,850,000 125,102 418,755 1,431,245 23% 017 MARSH RESTORATION & PRESERVATION FUND 98,240 - - 98,240 0% 018 EDMONDS HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE FUND 8,325 60,519 236 8,089 3% 019 EDMONDS OPIOID RESPONSE FUND 50,000 - - 50,000 0% 104 DRUG ENFORCEMENT FUND 20,000 - 13,615 6,385 68% 111 STREET FUND 2,733,686 1,214,661 1,366,520 1,367,166 50% 112 COMBINED STREET CONST/IMPROVE 8,655,152 1,424,412 631,721 8,023,431 7% 117 MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND 353,012 79,223 168,625 184,387 48% 120 HOTEL/MOTEL TAX REVENUE FUND 111,000 47,022 51,798 59,202 47% 121 EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND 33,403 - - 33,403 0% 122 YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND 3,000 300 - 3,000 0% 123 TOURISM PROMOTIONAL FUND/ARTS 47,300 11,249 19,617 27,683 41% 125 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 2 1,533,844 464,403 380,419 1,153,425 25% 126 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 1 1,506,915 447,847 705,163 801,752 47% 127 GIFTS CATALOG FUND 660,017 256,210 243,350 416,667 37% 130 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROVEMT 342,936 170,964 208,486 134,450 61% 137 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FUND 175,000 11,050 404 174,596 0% 138 SISTER CITY COMMISSION 7,400 - - 7,400 0% 140 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 85,875 45,035 41,131 44,744 48% 142 EDMONDS RESCUE PLAN FUND - - - - 0% 143 TREE FUND 75,000 11,072 44,177 30,823 59% 231 2012 LT GO DEBT SERVICE FUND 301,540 32,926 30,939 270,601 10% 332 PARKS CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION FUND 127,000 2,911 - 127,000 0% 421 WATER UTILITY FUND 18,670,058 9,153,266 5,577,478 13,092,580 30% 422 STORM UTILITY FUND 11,201,524 6,216,322 4,607,964 6,593,560 41% 423 SEWER/WWTP UTILITY FUND 20,052,059 9,312,569 10,484,452 9,567,607 52% 424 BOND RESERVE FUND 1,148,390 249,684 236,684 911,706 21% 511 EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND 1,981,981 1,283,508 1,287,634 694,347 65% 512 TECHNOLOGY RENTAL FUND 2,782,528 1,364,247 1,412,411 1,370,117 51% 126,549,692$ 64,739,175$ 56,650,242 69,899,450$ 45% CITY OF EDMONDS EXPENDITURES BY FUND - SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 21/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 21/431 15 ALL EXPENDITURE SUMMARY Fund No.Title 2025-2026 Adopted Expenditure Budget 2025-2026 Actual Expenditures Period 1-19 Amount Remaining % Spent 001 GENERAL FUND 109,752,322$ 83,137,606$ 26,614,716$ 76% 009 LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE 756,000 590,412 165,588 78% 011 RISK MANAGEMENT RESERVE FUND - - - 0% 014 HISTORIC PRESERVATION GIFT FUND 11,400 - 11,400 0% 016 BUILDING MAINTENANCE FUND 2,714,068 673,198 2,040,870 25% 017 MARSH RESTORATION & PRESERVATION FUND 183,960 7,258 176,702 4% 018 EDMONDS HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE FUND 196,425 109,571 86,854 56% 019 EDMONDS OPIOID RESPONSE FUND 450,000 - 450,000 0% 104 DRUG ENFORCEMENT FUND 40,000 14,765 25,235 37% 111 STREET FUND 5,374,146 3,351,963 2,022,183 62% 112 COMBINED STREET CONST/IMPROVE 11,206,049 2,789,463 8,416,586 25% 117 MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND 768,927 355,121 413,806 46% 120 HOTEL/MOTEL TAX REVENUE FUND 305,000 224,725 80,275 74% 121 EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND 65,173 24,314 40,859 37% 122 YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND 6,000 300 5,700 5% 123 TOURISM PROMOTIONAL FUND/ARTS 84,800 49,172 35,628 58% 125 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 2 3,330,424 1,281,170 2,049,254 38% 126 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 1 4,146,945 2,360,368 1,786,577 57% 127 GIFTS CATALOG FUND 1,298,953 665,307 633,646 51% 130 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROVEMT 671,945 490,768 181,177 73% 137 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FUND 461,124 272,578 188,546 59% 138 SISTER CITY COMMISSION 14,800 - 14,800 0% 140 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 173,320 125,525 47,795 72% 142 EDMONDS RESCUE PLAN FUND - - - 0% 143 TREE FUND 150,000 111,819 38,181 75% 231 2012 LT GO DEBT SERVICE FUND 607,760 337,141 270,619 55% 332 PARKS CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION FUND 237,035 67,814 169,221 29% 421 WATER UTILITY FUND 41,240,704 22,976,881 18,263,823 56% 422 STORM UTILITY FUND 23,800,916 14,226,951 9,573,965 60% 423 SEWER/WWTP UTILITY FUND 40,183,800 27,574,511 12,609,289 69% 424 BOND RESERVE FUND 2,297,790 1,386,053 911,737 60% 511 EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND 4,121,587 3,272,707 848,880 79% 512 TECHNOLOGY RENTAL FUND 5,010,600 3,344,944 1,665,656$ 67% 259,661,973$ 169,822,405$ 89,839,568$ 65% CITY OF EDMONDS EXPENDITURES BY FUND - BIENNIAL SUMMARY Item 7.1 Packet pg. 22/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 22/431 16 SALARIES AND BENEFITS SUMMARY Below is a comparison of the total staff labor related costs (salaries and benefits) for 2019 through 2026. $17,373,532 $17,731,358 $17,993,334 $18,674,456 $23,831,457 $25,464,907 $23,641,694 $23,618,820 - 2,000,000.00 4,000,000.00 6,000,000.00 8,000,000.00 10,000,000.00 12,000,000.00 14,000,000.00 16,000,000.00 18,000,000.00 20,000,000.00 22,000,000.00 24,000,000.00 26,000,000.00 28,000,000.00 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Salaries & Benefits (January through July) Department 2026 Approved "Regular" positions 2026 Modification Reductions 2026 Total (with modification) 2026 Active (as of 8/28/26) 2026 Vacant but funded (as of 8/28/26) City Council 8.00 8.00 8.00 - Mayor 6.00 6.00 6.00 - City Administrator 2.00 2.00 2.00 - Human Resources 4.00 4.00 4.00 - Court 11.67 11.67 11.00 0.67 Finance 9.00 9.00 9.00 - Information Services 6.00 6.00 5.00 1.00 Police 61.75 (2.00) 59.75 55.75 4.00 Planning & Development 21.00 21.00 20.00 1.00 Parks, Recreation and Human Services 30.32 (2.00) 28.32 27.32 1.00 Public Works Admin/Facilities 16.06 16.06 13.06 3.00 Engineering 18.50 18.50 18.50 - Streets/Storm 18.00 18.00 15.00 3.00 Water/Sewer/Treatment Plant 39.00 39.00 31.00 8.00 Equipment Rental 4.00 4.00 4.00 - Total City Employee Count 255.30 (4.00) 251.30 229.63 21.67 The above chart only reflects approved and funded "regular" positions. Unfunded "Regular"Unfunded "Irregular" Positions Mayor 1.00 Human Resources 0.63 - Court 1.00 - Finance 2.00 - Information Services 1.00 0.25 Police 26.00 - Community Services & Economic Development 1.75 - Planning & Development 1.00 - Parks, Recreation and Human Services 10.94 2.87 Public Works Admin/Facilities 1.00 - Engineering - 1.00 46.32 4.12 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 23/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 23/431 17 Page 1 of 3 Title 2026 Amended Budget 7/31/2025 Expenditures 7/31/2026 Expenditures Amount Remaining % Spent CITY COUNCIL SALARIES AND WAGES 265,506$ 137,059$ 143,523$ 121,983$ 54% OVERTIME - - 813 (813) 0% BENEFITS 135,028 96,002 89,779 45,249 66% 400,534$ 233,060$ 234,114$ 166,420$ 58% OFFICE OF MAYOR SALARIES AND WAGES 298,357$ 185,813$ 166,237$ 132,120$ 56% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 77,027 44,464 51,939 25,088 67% 375,384$ 230,278$ 218,176$ 157,208$ 58% HUMAN RESOURCES SALARIES AND WAGES 626,019$ 354,255$ 370,353$ 255,666$ 59% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 221,541 116,270 123,817 97,724 56% 847,560$ 470,524$ 494,170$ 353,390$ 58% CITY ADMINISTRATOR SALARIES AND WAGES 368,025$ 321,379$ 46,646$ 87% OVERTIME - 140 (140) 0% BENEFITS 97,691 65,095 32,596 67% 465,716$ -$ 386,614$ 79,102$ 83% CITY CLERK SALARIES AND WAGES 447,110$ 245,012$ 202,099$ 55% OVERTIME - 27 (27) 0% BENEFITS 166,643 82,001 84,642 49% 613,753$ -$ 327,040$ 286,714$ 53% ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES SALARIES AND WAGES 1,040,244$ 871,923$ 582,904$ 457,340$ 56% OVERTIME 8,000 5,382 20,436 (12,436) 255% BENEFITS 375,613 271,524 166,668 208,945 44% 1,423,857$ 1,148,829$ 770,008$ 653,849$ 54% NON-DEPARTMENTAL SALARIES AND WAGES 249,063$ -$ -$ 249,063$ 0% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 48,607 84,583 56,146 (7,539) 116% 297,670$ 84,583$ 56,146$ 241,524$ 19% POLICE SERVICES SALARIES AND WAGES 9,501,260$ 5,572,442$ 5,193,363$ 4,307,897$ 55% OVERTIME 764,747 301,629 487,954 276,793 64% HOLIDAY BUYBACK 287,420 2,697 4,566 282,854 2% BENEFITS 3,320,055 2,017,131 2,049,335 1,270,720 62% 13,873,482$ 7,893,898$ 7,735,218$ 6,138,264$ 56% MUNICIPAL COURT SALARIES AND WAGES 1,455,523$ 603,901$ 784,342$ 671,181$ 54% OVERTIME 10,000 10,772 7,390 2,610 74% BENEFITS 418,948 190,315 241,881 177,067 58% 1,884,471$ 804,989$ 1,033,613$ 850,858$ 55% COMMUNITY SERVICES/ECON DEV. SALARIES AND WAGES -$ 340,274$ -$ -$ 0% OVERTIME - 6,093 - - 0% BENEFITS - 113,235 - - 0% -$ 459,602$ -$ -$ 0% PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SALARIES AND WAGES 2,421,740$ 1,112,637$ 1,274,440$ 1,147,300$ 53% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 919,886 414,741 487,580 432,306 53% 3,341,626$ 1,527,378$ 1,762,019$ 1,579,607$ 53% HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SALARIES AND WAGES $ - $ 69,771 $ - $ - 0% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS - 19,330 - - 0% $ - $ 89,101 $ - $ - 0% CITY OF EDMONDS GENERAL FUND - SALARIES AND BENEFITS - BY DEPARTMENT IN DETAIL Item 7.1 Packet pg. 24/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 24/431 18 Page 2 of 3 PARKS & RECREATION SALARIES AND WAGES 2,435,050$ 1,417,930$ 1,357,066$ 1,077,984$ 56% OVERTIME 10,000 1,396 9,524 476 95% BENEFITS 987,310 537,408 502,638 484,672 51% 3,432,360$ 1,956,733$ 1,869,228$ 1,563,132$ 54% PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION SALARIES AND WAGES 489,335$ 203,431$ 298,926$ 190,409$ 61% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 194,326 80,172 96,380 97,946 50% 683,661$ 283,603$ 395,306$ 288,355$ 58% FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SALARIES AND WAGES 1,038,037$ 635,237$ 619,407$ 418,630$ 60% OVERTIME 9,000 3,954 2,048 6,952 23% BENEFITS 453,470 250,941 223,992 229,478 49% 1,500,507$ 890,132$ 845,447$ 655,060$ 56% ENGINEERING SALARIES AND WAGES 2,665,936$ 1,237,858$ 1,215,882$ 1,450,054$ 46% OVERTIME 5,857 104 - 5,857 0% BENEFITS 957,890 429,481 398,906 558,984 42% 3,629,683$ 1,667,444$ 1,614,788$ 2,014,895$ 44% TOTAL GENERAL FUND SALARIES AND BENEFITS 32,770,264$ 17,740,156$ 17,741,887$ 15,028,377$ 54% LEOFF-MEDICAL INS. RESERVE (009) BENEFITS 167,000$ 89,869$ 104,806$ 62,194$ 63% 167,000$ 89,869$ 104,806$ 62,194$ 63% STREET FUND (111) SALARIES AND WAGES 1,026,728$ 383,274$ 396,726$ 630,002$ 39% OVERTIME 41,700 16,505 18,866 22,834 45% BENEFITS 449,049 163,065 145,526 303,523 32% 1,517,477$ 562,844$ 561,118$ 956,359$ 37% MUNICIPAL ARTS ACQUIS. FUND (117) SALARIES AND WAGES 97,365$ 40,000$ 57,224$ 40,141$ 59% BENEFITS 44,247 - 16,391 27,856 37% 141,612$ 40,000$ 73,615$ 67,997$ 52% EMPLOYEE PARKING PERMIT FUND (121) SALARIES AND WAGES 23,718$ -$ -$ 23,718$ 0% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 7,585 - - 7,585 0% 31,303$ -$ -$ 31,303$ 0% REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX 1 (125) SALARIES AND WAGES 133,843$ 52,561$ 52,204$ 81,639$ 39% OVERTIME - - - - 0% BENEFITS 56,831 17,701 18,173 38,658 32% 190,674$ 70,261$ 70,377$ 120,297$ 37% GIFTS CATALOG FUND (127) SALARIES AND WAGES 288,125$ 156,510$ 137,572$ 150,553$ 48% OVERTIME - - 382 (382) 0% BENEFITS 146,862 61,818 50,776 96,086 35% 434,987$ 218,328$ 188,729$ 246,258$ 43% CITY OF EDMONDS NON GENERAL FUND - SALARIES AND BENEFITS - BY DEPARTMENT IN DETAIL CITY OF EDMONDS GENERAL FUND - SALARIES AND BENEFITS - BY DEPARTMENT IN DETAIL Item 7.1 Packet pg. 25/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 25/431 19 Page 3 of 3 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE/IMPROVEMENT (130) SALARIES AND WAGES 198,453$ 93,320$ 103,844$ 94,609$ 52% OVERTIME 3,500 796 - 3,500 0% BENEFITS 75,188 38,692 69,566 5,622 93% 277,141$ 132,808$ 173,411$ 103,730$ 63% CEMETERY MAINTENANCE TRUST FUND (137) SALARIES AND WAGES 6,630$ -$ 347$ 6,283$ 5% BENEFITS 3,370 - 57 3,313 2% 10,000$ -$ 404$ 9,596$ 4% WATER FUND (421) SALARIES AND WAGES 1,278,765$ 593,715$ 545,785$ 732,980$ 43% OVERTIME 27,500 23,079 25,335 2,165 92% BENEFITS 546,838 274,443 247,636 299,202 45% 1,853,103$ 891,236$ 818,756$ 1,034,347$ 44% STORM FUND (422) SALARIES AND WAGES 1,078,536$ 544,377$ 603,067$ 475,469$ 56% OVERTIME 28,552 18,125 11,956 16,596 42% BENEFITS 450,180 253,661 275,727 174,453 61% 1,557,268$ 816,163$ 890,750$ 666,518$ 57% SEWER FUND (423) SALARIES AND WAGES 891,334$ 1,536,168$ 444,907$ 446,427$ 50% OVERTIME 32,438 150,593 20,607 11,831 64% BENEFITS 353,292 589,382 159,546 193,746 45% 1,277,064$ 2,276,143$ 625,060$ 652,004$ 49% SEWER FUND (423) - WWTP SALARIES AND WAGES 2,383,116$ 994,751$ 1,388,365$ 42% OVERTIME 125,000 190,260 (65,259.72) 152% BENEFITS 907,763 391,898 515,865.47 43% 3,415,879$ -$ 1,576,909$ 1,838,970$ 46% EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND (511) SALARIES AND WAGES 472,509$ 263,781$ 278,450$ 194,059$ 59% OVERTIME 5,000 75 693 4,307 14% BENEFITS 166,475 89,261 95,129 71,346 57% 643,984$ 353,117$ 374,272$ 269,712$ 58% TECHNOLOGY RENTAL FUND (512) SALARIES AND WAGES 674,757$ 332,215$ 315,097$ 359,660$ 47% OVERTIME - 440 - - 0% BENEFITS 251,096 118,113 103,630 147,466 41% 925,853$ 450,768$ 418,727$ 507,126$ 45% TOTAL SALARIES AND BENEFITS - ALL FUNDS 45,213,609 23,641,694 23,618,820 21,594,789 52% CITY OF EDMONDS NON GENERAL FUND - SALARIES AND BENEFITS - BY DEPARTMENT IN DETAIL Item 7.1 Packet pg. 26/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 26/431 20 DEBT SUMMARY *This 1st table only reflects the total outstanding principal payments (does not include interest). 2024 Outstanding Fund 001 Fund 111 Fund 112 Fund 126 Fund 421 Fund 422 Fund 423 PFD 2012 LTGO 505,000 505,000 2019 LTGO 2,715,000 2,715,000 2021 LTGO (A)9,015,000 3,410,000 1,270,000 2,640,571 1,260,961 433,468 2021 LTGO (B)2,230,000 2,230,000 2015 Revenue Bond 12,920,000 3,911,810 2,583,269 6,424,921 2020 Revenue Bond 13,875,000 13,875,000 2024 Revenue Bond 19,600,000 11,470,000 2,695,000 5,435,000 PWTFL 06-692-012 32,882 32,882 DOE L1400002 294,776 294,776 Sno Co Loan #03-2016 383,862 383,862 2016 (2007 Refinance) Chase Bank 343,056 59,485 4,597 26,758 3,088 112,729 136,399 64,653,920 3,677,827 9,105 65,763 4,868,002 18,878,331 7,551,663 27,258,229 2,345,000 Total Debt Outstanding 64,653,920 *This 2nd table reflects both the principal and interest portions of the debt payments. 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2035 2040 2045 2012 LTGO 131,063 83,663 81,975 80,288 83,600 81,800 - - 2019 LTGO 236,475 233,725 235,725 232,225 233,475 1,169,656 935,875 - 2021 LTGO (A)1,212,750 1,215,250 1,215,500 1,213,500 1,209,250 2,662,050 1,801,000 357,000 2021 LTGO (B)170,115 167,715 170,315 167,815 170,315 841,188 845,055 169,290 2015 Revenue Bond 1,148,369 1,148,119 1,147,269 1,149,925 1,145,875 5,741,250 5,739,200 - 2020 Revenue Bond 304,044 304,044 304,044 304,044 304,044 1,520,219 3,634,019 12,541,456 2024 Revenue Bond 1,395,000 1,389,250 1,392,750 1,390,000 1,391,250 10,885,500 8,815,000 3,406,500 PWTFL 05-691-015 - - - - - - - - PWTFL 06-692-012 33,046 - - - - - - - DOE L1400002 40,570 40,570 40,570 40,570 40,570 121,710 - - Sno Co Loan #03-2016 35,286 34,843 34,400 33,957 33,514 160,927 91,241 2016 (2007 Refinance) Chase Bank 348,785 - - - - - - - Total Principal and Interest Debt Outstanding 85,039,379$ Annual Principal and Interest Debt Payments Item 7.1 Packet pg. 27/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 27/431 21 INTERFUND LOAN SUMMARY Below are details of the Interfund Loans from Funds 421 and 422 to the General Fund in 2025. Month Beginning Balance Loan Repayment Total Balance Interest Rate (%)Monthly Interest 2026-01 3,500,000 (145,833) 3,354,167 4.45%12,440 2026-02 3,354,167 (145,833) 3,208,334 4.45%11,899 2026-03 3,208,334 (145,833) 3,062,501 4.45%11,358 2026-04 3,062,501 (145,833) 2,916,668 4.45%10,817 2026-05 2,916,668 (145,833) 2,770,835 4.45%10,277 2026-06 2,770,835 (145,833) 2,625,002 4.45%9,736 2026-07 2,625,002 (145,833) 2,479,169 4.45%9,195 2026-08 2,479,169 2,479,169 4.45% 2026-09 2,479,169 2,479,169 4.45% 2026-10 2,479,169 2,479,169 4.45% 2026-11 2,479,169 2,479,169 4.45% 2026-12 2,479,169 2,479,169 4.45% (1,020,831) 75,722 *The "Monthly Interest" is the interest charged on the outstanding balance in each month of 2026. Fund 421 - Principal Repayment Schedule Month Beginning Balance Loan Repayment Total Balance Interest Rate (%)Monthly Interest 2026-01 2,500,000 (104,167) 2,395,833 4.45%8,881 2026-02 2,395,833 (104,167) 2,291,666 4.45%8,495 2026-03 2,291,666 (104,167) 2,187,499 4.45%8,109 2026-04 2,187,499 (104,167) 2,083,332 4.45%7,723 2026-05 2,083,332 (104,167) 1,979,165 4.45%7,337 2026-06 1,979,165 (104,167) 1,874,998 4.45%6,951 2026-07 1,874,998 (104,167) 1,770,831 4.45%6,564 2026-08 1,770,831 1,770,831 4.45% 2026-09 1,770,831 1,770,831 4.45% 2026-10 1,770,831 1,770,831 4.45% 2026-11 1,770,831 1,770,831 4.45% 2026-12 1,770,831 1,770,831 4.45% (729,169) 54,060 *The "Monthly Interest" is the interest charged on the outstanding balance in each month of 2026. Fund 422 - Principal Repayment Schedule Month Beginning Balance 25 Int. payment Total Balance 2026-01 155,771 (12,981) 142,790 2026-02 142,790 (12,981) 129,809 2026-03 129,809 (12,981) 116,828 2026-04 116,828 (12,981) 103,847 2026-05 103,847 (12,981) 90,866 2026-06 90,866 (12,981) 77,885 2026-07 77,885 (12,981) 64,904 2026-08 64,904 64,904 2026-09 64,904 64,904 2026-10 64,904 64,904 2026-11 64,904 64,904 2026-12 64,904 64,904 (90,867) *The $155,771 is the total interest owed to Fund 421 for 2025. Fund 421 - 2025 Interest payment Month Beginning Balance 25 Int. payment Total Balance 2026-01 110,297 (9,191) 101,106 2026-02 101,106 (9,191) 91,915 2026-03 91,915 (9,191) 82,724 2026-04 82,724 (9,191) 73,533 2026-05 73,533 (9,191) 64,342 2026-06 64,342 (9,191) 55,151 2026-07 55,151 (9,191) 45,960 2026-08 45,960 45,960 2026-09 45,960 45,960 2026-10 45,960 45,960 2026-11 45,960 45,960 2026-12 45,960 45,960 (64,337) *The $110,297 is the total interest owed to Fund 422 for 2025. Fund 422 - 2025 Interest payment Item 7.1 Packet pg. 28/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 28/431 22 INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SUMMARY Years Agency/Investment Purchase to Par Market Maturity Coupon Issuer Type Price Maturity Value Value Date Rate Farmer Mac Bonds 2,057,309 0.30 2,305,000 2,285,798 11/17/26 1.150% First Financial - Waterfront Center CD 245,000 0.41 245,000 245,000 12/27/26 2.469% US Treasury Note Note 1,003,690 0.58 1,000,000 1,000,612 02/28/27 4.125% First Financial - ECA CD 2,803,516 1.29 2,803,516 2,803,516 11/15/27 2.956% FAMC Bonds 1,060,671 1.49 1,061,000 1,052,254 01/26/28 3.625% FAMC Bonds 930,600 2.25 1,000,000 926,919 10/30/28 0.850% FHLB Bonds 994,400 3.15 1,000,000 975,650 09/24/29 3.500% Resolution Funding Corporation Bonds 999,192 3.71 1,220,000 1,035,071 04/15/30 4.482% FFCB Bonds 1,002,270 4.63 1,000,000 986,314 03/17/31 4.125% FFCB Bonds 991,753 4.99 1,165,000 1,001,756 07/28/31 1.310% TOTAL SECURITIES 12,088,402 2.28 12,799,516 12,312,890 Washington State Local Gov't Investment Pool 69,640,943 69,640,943 Demand 3.71% 82,440,459$ 81,953,833$ US Bank Account 10,755,346 93,195,806$ As of July 31, 2026 City of Edmonds Investment Portfolio Detail TOTAL PORTFOLIO Farmer Mac, 18% First Financial - CD, 24% FFCB, 17% FAMC, 16% FHLB, 8% US Treasury Note, 8% Issuer Diversification Checking, $10.76 , 12% State LGIP, $69.64 , 75% CD's , $3.05 , 3% Note, $1.00 , 1% Bonds , $8.75 , 9% Cash and Investment Balances (in $ Millions) Item 7.1 Packet pg. 29/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 29/431 23 INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SUMMARY $947,931 $950,684 $1,091,709 $1,683,872 $3,044,847 $2,914,584 $1,635,933 $- $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 YTD 2026 Annual Interest Income 667,876 667,466 508,183 856,204 1,614,986 1,660,543 1,635,933 - 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 YTD 2026 Interest Income (January through July) Item 7.1 Packet pg. 30/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 30/431 *The actual/estimate line combines actuals through the reporting month and budget allocations based on the prior year trend. *The budget line allocates the 2026 budget to each month based on the prior year trend. (2,500,634) (2,879,595) (3,262,653) 17,558 390,219 (439,760) (970,480) (1,556,559) (1,887,484) 1,704,015 1,358,546 (85,408) (233,041) (2,518,565) (2,872,097) (1,686,418) 2,625,381 3,404,644 3,032,981 2,480,424 1,589,187 1,150,525 4,566,610 4,203,085 2,538,253 (4,000,000) (3,000,000) (2,000,000) (1,000,000) - 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000 4,000,000 5,000,000 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Budgeted vs Actual/Estimate Cash Balance Budget Actual/Estimate 24 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 31/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 31/431 City of Edmonds 2026 General Fund (001) Cash Flow Report (with ACTUALS) Beginning Cash Balance (233,040.82) Difference Revenues Jan Actual Feb Actual Mar Actual Apr Actual May Actual Jun Actual Jul Actual Aug Forecast Sep Forecast Oct Forecast Nov Forecast Dec Forecast Total Budget inc / (dec) 2,714,712 3,599,318 5,086,550 8,246,184 4,158,304 3,844,590 3,366,110 3,040,233 3,538,933 7,609,676 3,835,967 3,029,594 52,070,170 51,450,940 619,230 Expenditures Jan Actual Feb Actual Mar Actual Apr Actual May Actual Jun Actual Jul Actual Aug Forecast Sep Forecast Oct Forecast Nov Forecast Dec Forecast Total Budget Balance 4,678,204 4,100,965 3,750,362 3,887,023 3,887,944 4,133,349 4,028,401 3,931,470 3,977,595 4,193,591 4,199,492 4,694,426 49,462,822 51,490,307 (2,027,484) - - - - - - - - - - - - - Net Revenue/(Expenditures)(1,963,492) (501,647) 1,336,188 4,359,161 270,360 (288,759) (662,292) (891,237) (438,662) 3,416,085 (363,525) (1,664,832) 2,607,347 (39,367) 2,646,714 Changes in AR (45,984) (36,262) (63,210) 182,044 (38,980) 9,647 144,115 Changes in AP 185,327 184,377 (87,299) (229,407) 86,508 (92,551) (34,380) Changes in Cash/Petty Cash Cash Balance (2,057,190) (2,410,722) (1,225,043) 3,086,756 3,404,644 3,032,981 2,480,424 1,589,187 1,150,525 4,566,610 4,203,085 2,538,253 24 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 32/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 32/431 26 APPENDIX A Item 7.1 Packet pg. 33/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 33/431 27 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY City Council Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 46,305$ 46,305$ 35,798$ 35,798$ -22.69% February 93,815 47,510 38,451 74,248 -20.86% March 132,067 38,252 38,444 112,693 -14.67% April 170,978 38,911 38,359 151,051 -11.65% May 217,916 46,939 38,398 189,449 -13.06% June 251,874 33,957 38,336 227,785 -9.56% July 287,733 35,859 38,439 266,224 -7.48% August 323,412 35,680 33,013 299,237 -7.48% September 358,420 35,008 32,391 331,628 -7.48% October 396,263 37,843 35,014 366,642 -7.48% November 432,950 36,687 33,945 400,587 -7.48% December 467,379 34,429 31,855 432,442 -7.48% 467,379$ Office of Mayor Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 37,133$ 37,133$ 34,424$ 34,424$ -7.30% February 76,256 39,123 33,436 67,859 -11.01% March 119,627 43,371 35,401 103,261 -13.68% April 162,818 43,191 41,081 144,342 -11.35% May 218,503 55,685 48,278 192,620 -11.85% June 254,977 36,475 48,913 241,533 -5.27% July 295,532 40,554 1,997 243,530 -17.60% August 334,938 39,407 32,473 276,002 -17.60% September 373,551 38,613 31,819 307,821 -17.60% October 415,432 41,881 34,512 342,333 -17.60% November 451,910 36,478 30,059 372,392 -17.60% December 498,288 46,378 38,217 410,609 -17.60% 498,288$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-City Council 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Office of Mayor 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 500,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC City Council Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 500,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Office of Mayor Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 34/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 34/431 28 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Human Resources Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 117,220$ 117,220$ 71,575$ 71,575$ -38.94% February 210,140 92,920 76,930 148,505 -29.33% March 298,920 88,780 85,398 233,904 -21.75% April 385,637 86,717 107,265 341,169 -11.53% May 470,617 84,980 79,525 420,694 -10.61% June 558,695 88,078 77,186 497,881 -10.89% July 659,905 101,211 76,273 574,154 -12.99% August 743,642 83,736 72,855 647,009 -12.99% September 829,505 85,864 74,706 721,715 -12.99% October 918,768 89,263 77,663 799,378 -12.99% November 1,016,040 97,272 84,632 884,010 -12.99% December 1,107,619 91,579 79,679 963,689 -12.99% 1,107,619$ Municipal Court Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 189,140$ 189,140$ 189,905$ 189,905$ 0.40% February 391,341 202,201 196,077 385,982 -1.37% March 585,437 194,096 203,226 589,208 0.64% April 778,526 193,089 204,280 793,488 1.92% May 979,230 200,704 210,247 1,003,735 2.50% June 1,183,941 204,710 200,635 1,204,370 1.73% July 1,394,138 210,197 204,472 1,408,842 1.05% August 1,619,767 225,629 228,008 1,636,850 1.05% September 1,851,260 231,493 233,935 1,870,785 1.05% October 2,088,939 237,679 240,186 2,110,971 1.05% November 2,322,545 233,606 236,070 2,347,041 1.05% December 2,553,298 230,753 233,187 2,580,227 1.05% 2,553,298$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Human Resources 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Municipal Court 0 100,000 200,000 300,000 400,000 500,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 900,000 1,000,000 1,100,000 1,200,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Human Resources Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2,000,000 2,200,000 2,400,000 2,600,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Municipal Court Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 35/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 35/431 29 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Finance Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 144,080$ 144,080$ 148,136$ 148,136$ 2.82% February 274,633 130,553 156,285 304,421 10.85% March 404,158 129,525 160,967 465,388 15.15% April 527,543 123,385 182,555 647,942 22.82% May 695,043 167,500 184,689 832,632 19.80% June 808,217 113,175 162,672 995,304 23.15% July 919,465 111,248 7,190 1,002,494 9.03% August 1,036,395 116,930 127,489 1,129,983 9.03% September 1,154,649 118,253 128,932 1,258,915 9.03% October 1,294,065 139,416 152,005 1,410,920 9.03% November 1,436,319 142,254 155,100 1,566,020 9.03% December 1,560,772 124,453 135,691 1,701,711 9.03% 1,560,772$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Finance 0 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2,000,000 2,200,000 2,400,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Finance Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 36/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 36/431 30 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY City Attorney Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 110,529$ 110,529$ 35,256$ 35,256$ -68.10% February 221,058 110,529 75,044 110,300 -50.10% March 331,586 110,529 96,588 206,889 -37.61% April 442,115 110,529 114,398 321,287 -27.33% May 552,644 110,529 109,122 430,408 -22.12% June 663,173 110,529 93,689 524,097 -20.97% July 773,702 110,529 105,170 629,268 -18.67% August 884,230 110,529 89,895 719,163 -18.67% September 994,759 110,529 89,895 809,058 -18.67% October 1,105,288 110,529 89,895 898,954 -18.67% November 1,215,817 110,529 89,895 988,849 -18.67% December 1,326,345 110,529 89,895 1,078,744 -18.67% 1,326,345$ Police Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 1,463,015$ 1,463,015$ 1,268,364$ 1,268,364$ -13.30% February 2,935,499 1,472,484 1,782,532 3,050,897 3.93% March 4,536,125 1,600,626 1,406,883 4,457,780 -1.73% April 6,027,914 1,491,788 1,395,506 5,853,286 -2.90% May 7,719,540 1,691,627 1,390,714 7,244,000 -6.16% June 9,321,816 1,602,276 1,621,553 8,865,553 -4.89% July 10,811,305 1,489,489 1,491,493 10,357,045 -4.20% August 12,237,361 1,426,055 1,366,137 11,723,182 -4.20% September 13,696,747 1,459,386 1,398,067 13,121,249 -4.20% October 15,272,089 1,575,342 1,509,151 14,630,400 -4.20% November 16,950,065 1,677,976 1,607,472 16,237,872 -4.20% December 18,498,299 1,548,234 1,483,181 17,721,053 -4.20% 18,498,299$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-City Attorney 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Police 0 100,000 200,000 300,000 400,000 500,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 900,000 1,000,000 1,100,000 1,200,000 1,300,000 1,400,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC City Attorney Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 18,000,000 20,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Police Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 37/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 37/431 31 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Planning & Development Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 328,455$ 328,455$ 286,018$ 286,018$ -12.92% February 700,895 372,440 302,699 588,717 -16.00% March 1,108,893 407,998 323,645 912,362 -17.72% April 1,507,850 398,957 298,254 1,210,615 -19.71% May 1,867,695 359,845 348,978 1,559,594 -16.50% June 2,238,447 370,752 318,862 1,878,455 -16.08% July 2,567,104 328,657 303,245 2,181,700 -15.01% August 2,871,627 304,523 258,804 2,440,505 -15.01% September 3,319,332 447,705 380,490 2,820,995 -15.01% October 3,633,719 314,387 267,188 3,088,182 -15.01% November 3,977,441 343,723 292,119 3,380,301 -15.01% December 4,326,185 348,744 296,386 3,676,688 -15.01% 4,326,185$ Parks & Recreation Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 416,002$ 416,002$ 367,595$ 367,595$ -11.64% February 835,006 419,004 392,512 760,107 -8.97% March 1,312,631 477,625 376,399 1,136,505 -13.42% April 1,714,475 401,844 376,742 1,513,247 -11.74% May 2,137,519 423,044 412,576 1,925,823 -9.90% June 2,558,191 420,672 307,605 2,233,428 -12.70% July 3,010,169 451,978 504,517 2,737,945 -9.04% August 3,480,423 470,253 427,726 3,165,671 -9.04% September 3,912,294 431,871 392,815 3,558,486 -9.04% October 4,317,827 405,533 368,859 3,927,344 -9.04% November 4,718,164 400,337 364,133 4,291,477 -9.04% December 5,167,117 448,953 408,352 4,699,829 -9.04% 5,167,117$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Planning & Development 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Parks & Recreation 0 500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 2,500,000 3,000,000 3,500,000 4,000,000 4,500,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Planning & Development Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 2,500,000 3,000,000 3,500,000 4,000,000 4,500,000 5,000,000 5,500,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Parks & Recreation Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 38/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 38/431 32 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Facilities Maintenance Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 242,473$ 242,473$ 179,610$ 179,610$ -25.93% February 490,971 248,498 170,000 349,609 -28.79% March 733,425 242,455 188,079 537,688 -26.69% April 987,110 253,684 175,604 713,292 -27.74% May 1,185,395 198,285 207,833 921,125 -22.29% June 1,535,749 350,354 180,002 1,101,127 -28.30% July 1,738,024 202,275 248,299 1,349,426 -22.36% August 1,765,212 27,188 21,109 1,370,535 -22.36% September 1,985,460 220,248 171,003 1,541,539 -22.36% October 2,191,154 205,694 159,704 1,701,243 -22.36% November 2,386,521 195,367 151,686 1,852,928 -22.36% December 2,606,747 220,226 170,986 2,023,915 -22.36% 2,606,747$ Engineering Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 359,857$ 359,857$ 296,618$ 296,618$ -17.57% February 714,231 354,374 247,021 543,639 -23.88% March 1,045,901 331,670 265,576 809,215 -22.63% April 1,389,504 343,603 246,192 1,055,407 -24.04% May 1,726,994 337,490 316,225 1,371,632 -20.58% June 2,112,969 385,975 246,381 1,618,013 -23.42% July 2,434,055 321,085 267,224 1,885,237 -22.55% August 2,788,117 354,062 274,230 2,159,467 -22.55% September 3,139,615 351,499 272,245 2,431,711 -22.55% October 3,475,863 336,248 260,432 2,692,144 -22.55% November 3,807,315 331,452 256,718 2,948,862 -22.55% December 4,154,599 347,284 268,980 3,217,842 -22.55% 4,154,599$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Facilities Maintenance 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Engineering 0 300,000 600,000 900,000 1,200,000 1,500,000 1,800,000 2,100,000 2,400,000 2,700,000 3,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Facilities Maintenance Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 400,000 800,000 1,200,000 1,600,000 2,000,000 2,400,000 2,800,000 3,200,000 3,600,000 4,000,000 4,400,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Engineering Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 39/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 39/431 33 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENT EXPENSE SUMMARY Non-Departmental Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 1,009,922$ 1,009,922$ 1,614,683$ 1,614,683$ 59.88% February 1,354,738 344,817 478,150 2,092,833 54.48% March 1,816,338 461,600 392,861 2,485,694 36.85% April 2,189,931 373,592 555,004 3,040,698 38.85% May 2,521,764 331,833 343,299 3,383,998 34.19% June 3,063,461 541,697 634,666 4,018,664 31.18% July 3,389,072 325,611 420,054 4,438,718 30.97% August 3,982,802 593,730 777,617 5,216,335 30.97% September 4,634,338 651,536 853,326 6,069,661 30.97% October 5,351,231 716,893 938,925 7,008,586 30.97% November 6,034,712 683,481 895,165 7,903,752 30.97% December 6,955,912 921,200 1,206,510 9,110,261 30.97% 6,955,912$ City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Non-Departmental 2026 *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Non-Departmental Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 40/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 40/431 34 FUND SUMMARIES Fund 016 - Building Maintenance Fund Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 154,167$ 154,167$ -$ -$ 0.00% February 308,333 154,167 4,482 4,482 -98.55% March 462,500 154,167 13,663 18,145 -96.08% April 616,666 154,167 77,613 95,757 -84.47% May 770,833 154,167 51,974 147,731 -80.83% June 925,000 154,167 246,688 394,420 -57.36% July 1,079,166 154,167 24,335 418,755 -61.20% August 1,233,333 154,167 59,822 478,577 -61.20% September 1,387,499 154,167 59,822 538,399 -61.20% October 1,541,666 154,167 59,822 598,221 -61.20% November 1,695,833 154,167 59,822 658,043 -61.20% December 1,849,999 154,167 59,822 717,865 -61.20% 1,849,999$ 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Fund 016 - Building Maintenance Fund *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 0 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 016 -Building Maintenance Fund Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 41/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 41/431 35 FUND SUMMARIES Real Estate Excise Tax 1 & 2 Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 180,699$ 180,699$ 102,307$ 102,307$ -43.38% February 369,890 189,191 170,681 272,988 -26.20% March 620,117 250,227 417,000 689,988 11.27% April 968,775 348,659 306,006 995,994 2.81% May 1,339,598 370,823 321,808 1,317,802 -1.63% June 2,004,973 665,375 469,164 1,786,966 -10.87% July 2,359,988 355,015 384,438 2,171,404 -7.99% August 2,738,388 378,400 348,162 2,519,566 -7.99% September 3,038,181 299,793 275,837 2,795,403 -7.99% October 3,439,573 401,392 369,317 3,164,720 -7.99% November 3,713,484 273,912 252,024 3,416,743 -7.99% December 4,000,000 286,516 263,620 3,680,364 -7.99% 4,000,000$ Fund 512 - Technology Rental Fund Expenses Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 839,016$ 839,016$ 670,219$ 670,219$ -20.12% February 983,800 144,784 108,274 778,493 -20.87% March 1,165,508 181,708 119,702 898,195 -22.94% April 1,316,718 151,209 116,917 1,015,113 -22.91% May 1,506,526 189,808 192,912 1,208,025 -19.81% June 1,655,173 148,647 94,269 1,302,294 -21.32% July 1,872,333 217,160 110,117 1,412,411 -24.56% August 2,040,789 168,456 127,076 1,539,487 -24.56% September 2,227,781 186,992 141,059 1,680,546 -24.56% October 2,409,853 182,073 137,348 1,817,894 -24.56% November 2,572,514 162,661 122,705 1,940,599 -24.56% December 2,782,528 210,014 158,426 2,099,025 -24.56% 2,782,528$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Revenue Summary-Real Estate Excise Tax 1 & 2 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Fund 512 - Technology Rental Fund 2026 0 400,000 800,000 1,200,000 1,600,000 2,000,000 2,400,000 2,800,000 3,200,000 3,600,000 4,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Real Estate Excise Tax 1 & 2 Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 200,000 400,000 600,000 800,000 1,000,000 1,200,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 1,800,000 2,000,000 2,200,000 2,400,000 2,600,000 2,800,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 512 -Technology Rental Fund Expenses Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 42/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 42/431 36 FUND 421 – WATER UTILITY FUND SUMMARY Fund 421 - Water Utility Fund Revenues Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 958,926$ 958,926$ 1,419,376$ 1,419,376$ 48.02% February 1,588,753 629,828 1,133,661 2,553,038 60.69% March 2,517,448 928,694 1,496,423 4,049,460 60.86% April 3,193,768 676,320 1,145,721 5,195,181 62.67% May 4,118,581 924,813 1,513,622 6,708,803 62.89% June 4,874,074 755,494 1,457,750 8,166,553 67.55% July 5,979,594 1,105,520 1,757,355 9,923,908 65.96% August 10,988,128 5,008,534 8,312,309 18,236,216 65.96% September 12,357,871 1,369,743 2,273,265 20,509,482 65.96% October 13,273,924 916,053 1,520,308 22,029,790 65.96% November 14,275,600 1,001,676 1,662,411 23,692,201 65.96% December 15,030,903 755,303 1,253,523 24,945,723 65.96% 15,030,903$ Fund 421 - Water Utility Fund Expenses Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 2,439,280$ 2,439,280$ 646,512$ 646,512$ -73.50% February 3,072,014 632,734 651,481 1,297,993 -57.75% March 3,766,488 694,474 804,949 2,102,942 -44.17% April 4,498,942 732,454 636,371 2,739,313 -39.11% May 5,103,171 604,229 775,221 3,514,535 -31.13% June 6,387,286 1,284,115 1,146,134 4,660,668 -27.03% July 7,648,612 1,261,326 916,810 5,577,478 -27.08% August 12,384,668 4,736,056 3,453,601 9,031,079 -27.08% September 14,102,790 1,718,122 1,252,879 10,283,958 -27.08% October 15,254,823 1,152,033 840,079 11,124,037 -27.08% November 16,171,171 916,348 668,214 11,792,251 -27.08% December 18,670,058 2,498,887 1,822,224 13,614,476 -27.08% 18,670,058$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Revenue Summary-Fund 421 - Water Utility Fund 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Fund 421 - Water Utility Fund 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 421 -Water Utility Fund Revenues Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 18,000,000 20,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 421 -Water Utility Fund Expenses Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 43/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 43/431 37 FUND 422 – STORM UTILITY FUND SUMMARY Fund 422 - Storm Utility Fund Revenues Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 746,538$ 746,538$ 823,415$ 823,415$ 10.30% February 2,428,365 1,681,827 1,622,271 2,445,685 0.71% March 3,174,588 746,222 845,699 3,291,384 3.68% April 3,854,738 680,150 755,651 4,047,035 4.99% May 4,692,537 837,799 816,321 4,863,356 3.64% June 5,366,727 674,190 810,202 5,673,558 5.72% July 6,197,765 831,039 838,301 6,511,859 5.07% August 9,587,263 3,389,498 3,561,273 10,073,132 5.07% September 10,345,345 758,082 796,501 10,869,632 5.07% October 11,382,661 1,037,316 1,089,885 11,959,518 5.07% November 12,130,499 747,838 785,737 12,745,255 5.07% December 12,850,528 720,029 756,519 13,501,774 5.07% 12,850,528$ Fund 422 - Storm Utility Fund Expenses Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 650,741$ 650,741$ 584,403$ 584,403$ -10.19% February 2,116,753 1,466,012 535,481 1,119,884 -47.09% March 2,767,218 650,466 624,830 1,744,714 -36.95% April 3,360,091 592,872 459,832 2,204,547 -34.39% May 4,090,381 730,291 637,083 2,841,629 -30.53% June 4,678,058 587,677 797,928 3,639,557 -22.20% July 5,402,456 724,398 968,407 4,607,964 -14.71% August 8,357,007 2,954,551 2,520,051 7,128,015 -14.71% September 9,017,811 660,804 563,625 7,691,640 -14.71% October 9,922,017 904,205 771,232 8,462,871 -14.71% November 10,573,890 651,874 556,008 9,018,880 -14.71% December 11,201,524 627,634 535,333 9,554,213 -14.71% 11,201,524$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Revenue Summary-Fund 422 - Storm Utility Fund 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Fund 422 - Storm Utility Fund 2026 0 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000 4,000,000 5,000,000 6,000,000 7,000,000 8,000,000 9,000,000 10,000,000 11,000,000 12,000,000 13,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 422 -Storm Utility Fund Revenues Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 1,000,000 2,000,000 3,000,000 4,000,000 5,000,000 6,000,000 7,000,000 8,000,000 9,000,000 10,000,000 11,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 422 -Storm Utility Fund Expenses Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 44/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 44/431 38 FUND 423 – SEWER UTILITY FUND SUMMARY Fund 423 - Sewer Utility Fund Revenues Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 1,433,083$ 1,433,083$ 1,606,318$ 1,606,318$ 12.09% February 2,737,085 1,304,002 1,327,273 2,933,591 7.18% March 4,238,410 1,501,325 2,177,582 5,111,173 20.59% April 5,924,788 1,686,378 1,538,395 6,649,568 12.23% May 8,041,804 2,117,016 1,540,760 8,190,328 1.85% June 9,165,000 1,123,196 2,248,691 10,439,019 13.90% July 10,743,639 1,578,639 1,572,117 12,011,135 11.80% August 14,811,596 4,067,957 4,547,880 16,559,016 11.80% September 16,280,297 1,468,701 1,641,973 18,200,989 11.80% October 17,524,918 1,244,621 1,391,457 19,592,446 11.80% November 19,202,434 1,677,516 1,875,424 21,467,869 11.80% December 20,499,448 1,297,014 1,450,031 22,917,900 11.80% 20,499,448$ Fund 423 - Sewer Utility Fund Expenses Cumulative Monthly Monthly YTD Variance Budget Trend Budget Trend Actuals Actuals % January 1,435,495$ 1,435,495$ 1,558,008$ 1,558,008$ 8.53% February 2,409,812 974,316 1,086,260 2,644,268 9.73% March 4,001,259 1,591,447 1,525,922 4,170,190 4.22% April 5,404,144 1,402,886 1,215,793 5,385,983 -0.34% May 6,545,404 1,141,260 1,196,913 6,582,897 0.57% June 8,094,395 1,548,991 2,657,884 9,240,780 14.16% July 9,267,395 1,173,000 1,243,672 10,484,452 13.13% August 13,637,317 4,369,922 4,943,809 15,428,262 13.13% September 15,002,543 1,365,226 1,544,516 16,972,778 13.13% October 16,220,047 1,217,504 1,377,395 18,350,173 13.13% November 17,499,493 1,279,446 1,447,471 19,797,645 13.13% December 20,052,059 2,552,566 2,887,786 22,685,431 13.13% 20,052,059$ *The monthly budget trend columns are based on a two year trend. City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Revenue Summary-Fund 423 - Sewer Utility Fund 2026 City of Edmonds, WA Monthly Expenditure Summary-Fund 423 - Sewer Utility Fund 2026 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 18,000,000 20,000,000 22,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 423 -Sewer Utility Fund Revenues Current Year Budget Prior Year 0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000 12,000,000 14,000,000 16,000,000 18,000,000 20,000,000 22,000,000 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Fund 423 -Sewer Utility Fund Expenses Current Year Budget Prior Year Item 7.1 Packet pg. 45/431 Item 7.1 Packet pg. 45/431 City Council Agenda Item 7.2 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Written Public Comments (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:City Council Office PRESENTER:Teresa Simanton NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Acknowledge receipt of written public comments submitted through the City’s online portal. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Public comments submitted via the City’s web portal are forwarded by email to all councilmembers and are included in the next regular meeting agenda packet, pending agenda publication deadlines. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Included are all public comments submitted through the portal from August 29th - September 17, 2026. RECOMMENDATION: Acknowledge receipt of written public comments submitted through the City’s online portal. BUDGET IMPACTS: None ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Online comments August 29 – September 17, 2026 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 46/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 46/431 August 29 – September 17, 2026 ONLINE PUBLIC COMMENTS Online Form 2026-08-31 11:33 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 8/31/2026 2:33:25 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Christy LastName Thwing CityOfResidence Edmons AgendaTopic Landmark Tree Protection Comments Thank you, City Council, for taking up this important, and multi generational issue of tree protection in Edmonds. Please continue to consider carefully how we can protect trees for future generations. Protecting trees, especially old trees improves the health of our soil, air, and water. It is one small protection with huge beneflts for humanity. I'm asking speciflcally for a way that home owners can protect their large trees from neighboring properties cutting into root systems. Is there a plan for protecting the root systems of large trees? It is an important consideration. Thank you for your work on this issue that we can only do together as a community. It's impossible for individuals to protect an eco system. We must work together. Thank you. -Christy Thwing To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21388271&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-08-31 12:04 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 8/31/2026 3:04:08 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Greg LastName Ferguson CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Edmonds tree code Comments A few suggestions: - Please clearly deflne what is a “prohibited” tree. - The statement in the draft: "To slow the loss of canopy cover resulting from tree removal not associated with development activity, the City of Edmonds allows the limited removal of signiflcant trees on private property without a permit” is confusing, how does removal of trees slow the loss of canopy? - Enforcement is critical to make the tree code functional: require that any company working in Edmonds on trees have a Tree Service Provider Registration (like Seattle). If a Item 7.2 Packet pg. 47/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 47/431 contractor violates the tree code, that registration will be revoked. If a contractor operates under a standard city business license, the city would pull that license. - Finally, planting plans shall consider climate change and select trees that are expected to survive long-term under the higher temperatures and changing rainfall patterns of the Paciflc Northwest. Plans will follow guidance from the US Department of Agriculture Climate Hub, Northwest Reforestation, Planting to Suit Current and Future Climates." Let's save what we have left! To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21388319&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-01 08:37 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/1/2026 11:37:27 AM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Robert LastName Gregg CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Draft Tree Code Comments 1. The Friends Of Edmonds Trees (FOET) is advocating for more City regulation of trees on private property. The absence of an apostrophe in their name raises my flrst concern as to the ownership of the trees they are asking you to regulate beyond the already existing code. What FOET is advocating is not about Edmond's trees. It is about Other Peoples' trees. I respectfully request that the City Council take into consideration during their deliberation of additional Tree Code that what is being discussed are privately owned trees on private property. I acknowledge that jurisdictions can and do exercise signiflcant control over private property through zoning, allowed uses, setbacks, height limits, etc. However, there are also certain limits. Speciflcally, "taking" of private property to widen roads, for needed easements, etc. require fair compensation to the property owner. Restricting a property owner from removing a tree on their own property should not be unduly restricted; and potentially no removal restrictions without compensation to the owner. The owner may prefer to use their private property the same way the City chooses to use their public property. Cities treasure their parks and open spaces as well as their trees. The City builds tennis courts and dog parks, and open flelds. All of which could be used for planting trees and likely all of which had trees cut down to provide the variety of uses that the public votes for and pays for. A private property owner should have the same right of choices how they want to use their property. 2. Edmonds regulates building heights. Many Cities also regulate fence heights and hedge heights. I am proposing that in any new Tree Codes, Edmonds also regulate tree heights. While a number of people were sad to see a non - native tree that they did not own cut down, I am quite sure a number of Edmond's residents uphill from that 80'+ tree had their views dramatically improved. There are a phenomenal number of tree species that would provide the same public beneflts that would not block more views than the allowed building heights. Item 7.2 Packet pg. 48/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 48/431 To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21388913&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-01 09:32 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/1/2026 12:32:39 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Pam LastName Tauer CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Draft Tree Code Public Hearing Comments I am submitting for the Tree Code Public Hearing a summary of the Friends of Edmonds Trees recommendations which I wholeheartedly support: • Tree Density Credit Summary SUPPORT the Planning Board’s recommended tiered Tree Density Credit (TDC) system for Low Density Residential zones to accommodate middle housing. ADD TDC requirements for Multi-Family and Mixed-Use Residential zones that are not zero -lot-line zones, with retention prioritized over new planting where viable trees exist outside improved areas. • Development Tree Credit Values REVISE the Development Tree Credit Values table to clearly and consistently establish credit values for Signiflcant Trees, Landmark Trees, Landmark Tree Species, and replacement trees. • Minimum Tree Retention Requirements for Development ADD and CLARIFY minimum tree retention requirements so an applicant cannot remove all existing trees and satisfy TDC requirements solely through replacement trees or Fee-in-Lieu. Establish clear retention priorities and requirements for viable Signiflcant and Landmark Trees. • Development Incentives ADD incentives that encourage developers to retain more existing trees, including site-design fiexibility, expedited review, and appropriate variations to development standards. • Landmark Tree Removal and Landscape Plan Review AMEND ECDC 17.130 and 20.13 to clearly establish that approval or modiflcation of a landscape plan does not authorize removal of a Landmark Tree. • Landmark Tree Removal and Nuisance Criteria AMEND ECDC 17.130.050(A)(2) to establish speciflc criteria and documentation requirements for removal of a Landmark Tree based on nuisance, ensuring consistent application and consideration of reasonable alternatives. • Landmark Tree Size and Species List REVISE the Landmark Tree deflnition and Landmark Tree Species Table to clearly establish that trees meeting the species- speciflc thresholds are Landmark Trees and receive the same protections and tree-credit treatment. • Minimum Tree Retention for Non-Development ESTABLISH a minimum tree retention requirement for improved properties to prevent successive tree removals from eventually eliminating all Signiflcant and Landmark Trees. Require retention of at least one Landmark Tree or three Signiflcant Trees, where such trees exist. • Fee-in-Lieu and Fines STRENGTHEN the code to establish Fee-in-Lieu as a last resort after on-site retention and replacement options have been exhausted. SUPPORT the Planning Board’s recommendation of $1,600 per credit and flnes at twice the Fee-in-Lieu amount. • Deflnitions DEFINE key regulatory terms and categories and ensure they are used consistently throughout the code to eliminate Item 7.2 Packet pg. 49/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 49/431 ambiguity and improve code administration. Thank you for your consideration of these recommendations. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21389026&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-01 11:28 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/1/2026 2:28:55 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Lu LastName Loree CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Review of Draft Tree Code Comments I’m asking you to think about Big Red—not as a tree that was removed, but as a tree that should teach us how to protect the next one. Big Red was a 71-inch, 100-year-old Coast Redwood in good condition. The arborist found no signiflcant defects in the trunk, no internal decay, and rated its overall risk LOW. Yet that magniflcent landmark tree was removed through a Landscape Modiflcation Plan because its roots were damaging pavement. The City approved the removal and required only a six-foot replacement conifer. If our new Tree Code is truly intended to protect landmark trees, Big Red cannot be the model for what happens next. We need clear language saying that a landscape plan cannot authorize landmark-tree removal. And when nuisance is claimed, we need documented signiflcant physical damage, proof that the tree caused it, a qualifled arborist's assessment, and an analysis of reasonable alternatives. Removal should be the last resort—not the flrst solution. Please make sure that the next Big Red gets a chance to stay. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21389182&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-01 07:05 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/1/2026 10:05:34 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Katy LastName Bigelow CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Adopt a new tree code please! Item 7.2 Packet pg. 50/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 50/431 Comments I know the tree code update has been a long tedious process with many voices trying to be heard. To me, most importantly Edmonds is literally surrounded geographically with cities who have decided to regulate trees being removed on private property (in addition to in critical areas/shoreline areas). I fully support this action as a way to slow the roll of trees being removed from our city, primarily for future resiliance in the face of climate changes. Additionally, many people from FOET have spent literally hundreds of hours running scenarious, picking apart points from the code ... far more in depth than you have had had time to devote to this topic with so much on your plates. I urge Council to consider what they have offered you: deep alalysis based on our real life city - how development and removing trees from private properties have actually decreased our canopy coverage, how it will continue to do so if no updated code is adopted and letting development continue without carefully balancing how it is completed without all the trees on site being destroyed (*reminder: since 2015 the greatest loss in tree canopy has been from new construction: Tree Canopy Assessment, Edmonds,Washington 2022, page 9.). Thanks to Council and the Planning Board for all the time and energy put forth to deciding on this topic - please choose to give our community trees a chance by choosing to hear and support your community who is advocating strongly for them - a stronger tree code can only help Edmonds. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21389955&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-01 09:54 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/2/2026 12:54:48 AM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Melissa LastName Cyders CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Draft Tree Code Comments 1. Tree regulation on private property is important because most of Edmonds’ tree canopy is on private property. An extraordinary 58% of Edmonds’ tree canopy is located on single -family residential land. That means the future of Edmonds’ urban forest depends heavily on what happens to trees on private property. And while a tree may stand on private land, its beneflts do not stop at" the property line. Trees provide shade, cleaner air, stormwater absorption, wildlife habitat, cooling, carbon storage, beauty, and countless other beneflts to the entire community. For more about the many social, environmental, community, and economic beneflts trees provide, see the Arbor Day Foundation’s Community Impact of Trees and the International Society of Arboriculture’s Beneflts of Trees. “58% of Edmonds’ tree canopy—1,139 acres—is located on single-family residential land. Open space, the next-highest category, contains only 19%.” Tree Canopy Assessment, Edmonds, Washington, 2022, p. 10 2. Development should not mean losing our urban forest Edmonds can accommodate needed housing and development Item 7.2 Packet pg. 51/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 51/431 without treating existing trees as expendable. Extensive tree removal fragments wildlife habitat and corridors, increases stormwater runoff, reduces carbon sequestration, and leaves neighborhoods hotter and less resilient. These impacts are particularly important in multifamily areas, where many residents depend on shared tree canopy for shade, cooling, and quality of life. The City’s own canopy analysis found that multifamily residential was the only land-use category where canopy losses exceeded gains between 2015 and 2020—primarily because of new construction. The net loss was 2%. Concern about higher summer temperatures and the potential for more extreme heat events has grown as the impacts of climate change become more evident. The June 2021 Paciflc Northwest Heat Dome currently stands as the single most deadly climate disaster event in Washington State with more than 125 reported heat-related deaths statewide. Extreme Heat Adaptation | King County Climate Dashboard 3. Protect the mature trees we already have. Planting new trees is important—but a small replacement tree cannot immediately replace the shade, habitat, stormwater absorption, carbon storage, beauty, and other beneflts of a mature tree that has been growing for decades. Whenever possible, retaining existing mature trees should therefore come flrst, with replacement planting and fee-in-lieu used when retention truly is not feasible. “Preserving existing tree canopy is the most effective means for securing future tree canopy, as loss is an event but gain is a process.” —Recommendations, Tree Canopy Assessment, Edmonds, Washington, 2022. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21389961&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-02 11:29 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/2/2026 2:29:47 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Debora LastName Ashland CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Minor Tree Code Amendments Comments I have been involved with the Friends of Edmonds Trees (FOET) effort since its inception. I was engaged in the Planning Board process and I support their recommendations. However, many items are still unresolved. Below, I list several items requesting your adoption or direction for staff to make these changes. 1. ADD TDC requirements for High Density Housing. I recommend TDC requirements for Multi-family land-use. High density housing often suffers from more extreme heat islands and requiring retention of trees in lieu of only planting new trees would help mitigate this problem. Numerous cities include requirements for these land-uses. Although landscape buffers are required, there is no clear requirement for existing trees to be retained in lieu of newly planted buffers that will take years to mature. 2. REQUIRE minimum retention requirements for development. Strengthen the language to require a clear minimum tree retention so all the existing trees cannot be removed with only new trees planted or Fee-In- Lieu paid to meet the TDC requirements. 3. IDENTIFY Landmark Tree Deflnition and Tree Item 7.2 Packet pg. 52/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 52/431 Species List on Tree Credit Values. I support the Landmark Tree deflnition of 24” diameter minimum and a Landmark Tree Species list for trees that mature at a much smaller size. The Tree Credit Values Table needs to clearly include the Tree Species list as Landmark Trees and their associated credit value. 4. ADD language that prohibits trees planted to form a clipped or sheared hedge to count towards TDC existing tree credits, or toward replacement tree credits, such as Arborvitae, Leyland Cypress, or other narrow screening trees. This is recommended in the King County Guide to Urban Tree Regulations. Other cities found that there was an overabundance of these trees planted to meet the TDC required credits. These trees do nothing to beneflt the environment, they do not add to the tree canopy cover, nor do they support wildlife. 5. INCLUDE incentives for development projects to encourage retention of trees. There is code precedence for this as the Conservation Subdivision provides incentives. I would recommend a thorough review of the code to simplify and edit redundant or confusing language. The more straightforward, clear, and concise the requirements are, the easier it will be for all users. Thank you for your efforts in adopting an effective Tree Code for Edmonds. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21390479&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-02 03:47 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/2/2026 6:47:15 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Ronald LastName Eber CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Draft Tree Code Comments I have sent each of you separately my comments for the hearing on the draft tree code. Please consider these as you deliberate on this important issue. I focus on the need to improve the protection of Landmark Trees. Besides some suggested edits to the deflnitions of a "hazard" and "Nuisance", I also urge consideration of a speciflc amendment needed to prevent the debacle that occurred over the removal of "Big Red." It is explained in more detail in my speciflc comments emailed to each council member. It is the following: Add to the Code in the appropriate location: "A request by a condo association to remove a Landmark Tree shall be supported by the official minutes or record of the association’s decision to request the removal of a Landmark Tree. Statements or affidavits that the condo association approved the request without supporting evidence will not be adequate for the acceptance of the permit request." Thank you. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21390784&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Item 7.2 Packet pg. 53/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 53/431 Online Form 2026-09-02 08:01 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/2/2026 11:01:17 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Kathleen LastName Sears CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Draft Tree Code Revision Suggestions Comments This comment attempts to answer two questions: 1. Why are some people saying the Draft Tree Code is “too complicated” or “too complex”? NOT because it's too long. • When I was ten, my mother purchased a 24 volume set of Encyclopedia Britannica. Even at 10 I didn't flnd those thousands of pages "too complicated or complex" to navigate because it was so well organized, I could flnd whatever I needed quickly and navigate easily between sections and volumes. Length does not equal complexity. • At 23 pages, the Edmonds Draft Tree Code is well within the norm. (Seattle: 47 pages, Kirkland:36 pages, Burien: 27 pages) NOT because it has excessive regulations. King Count’s 2024 tree regulation guide, lists essentially the same basic elements as recommended components of effective tree regulations. Fifteen King County jurisdictions have comprehensive tree codes that pertain to both development and non- development. They have signiflcant/landmark/hazard/nuisance classiflcations, retention and removal standards, replacement requirements, homeowner removal rules, permitting, incentives, alternative compliance, construction protection, maintenance, enforcement with penalties, and where appropriate, a dedicated tree fund. (Beaux Arts Village, Bellevue, Burien, Covington, Duvall Hunts Point, Issaquah, Kirkland, Lake Forest Park, Redmond, Renton Sammamish, Seattle, Shoreline, Yarrow Point.) The draft tree code appears complicated / complex because it is not as clear, concise, and well-organized as it needs to be for ease of use. 2. How can the code be simplifled without weakening the tree protections that are critical to the city attaining its tree canopy goal of 35%? • Tighten up / streamline wordy/vague language and eliminate redundancy. • Move some of the technical information out of the code. For example, ECDC 17.130.060(D)(3), Site Design Procedures, could be substantially shortened and clarifled by stating a straightforward sequence: retain Priority One trees to the maximum extent feasible, require a deflned demonstration of infeasibility, and reference or link to replacement and fee-in- lieu provisions already stated elsewhere. 17.130.070(B) contains highly technical construction speciflcations—fence height, etc. The code should retain the enforceable requirement to protect retained trees during construction, while much of the technical implementation information could be placed in a City Tree Protection Standards Manual incorporated by a hyperlink. This would shorten the code and allow technical practices to be updated more easily without weakening the underlying protection. Finally, I fully support the PB's revision recommendations and those of Friends of Edmonds Trees. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21390861&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Item 7.2 Packet pg. 54/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 54/431 Online Form 2026-09-03 01:10 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/3/2026 4:10:24 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Robert LastName Haverlock CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic Tree canopy review Comments We purchased our home 19 years ago the main was the trees, the shade, the wildlife that the Trees that provide numerous aesthetic and economic beneflts, but can have costs. The costs associated with large tree removal and replanting with a smaller tree can be signiflcant. In addition, the economic and environmental beneflts produced by a young replacement tree are minimal when compared to those of a mature specimen. Instead of cutting them down, Extending the functional lifespan of large, mature trees with routine maintenance can delay these expenses and maximize returns. Returns you say; this isn’t just an aesthetic argument. There is measurable hydrological, carbon, air-quality, energy and economic value behind it. Washington law itself recognizes this broader value. RCW 76.15 identifles urban -tree beneflts including stormwater management, carbon sequestration, air and water quality, flsh and wildlife habitat, and says preserving and enhancing urban forests is a cost-effective way to achieve these objectives. So, A 75-year-old tree isn’t merely worth the cost of buying a new tree. You’re really comparing: 75 years of accumulated biological infrastructure! Online Form 2026-09-08 11:12 AM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/8/2026 2:12:17 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Al LastName Snapp CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic effort to formulate a Tree Code for Edmonds Comments To Edmonds Mayor and the City Council. Thanks for including public comment in your efforts to craft and install a tree code. I have three suggestions/requests that I hope can be a positive contribution. 1. I have become increasingly aware both of the important beneflts of maintaining the Edmonds tree canopy and also of the complexity of any government code to support this. I would love to see the council continually display strong understanding and commitment to this increasingly important community strength. It seems, from MEN comments and a variety of casual encounters that many citizens have not kept up with the increasing importance of preserving and even increasing our tree canopy. I suggest the city support an effort to educate Item 7.2 Packet pg. 55/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 55/431 the population. It seems essential to address private as well as public trees. Along with that I hope the Council and Mayor will self-educate by reading ALL public comments rather than relying on staff summaries. It does seem many of you have become knowledgeable and are well aware of the importance and the complexity of the effort to implement an effective and fair tree code. Thank you. 2. Due to pressures from increasing interest in Detached Auxilliary Dwelling Units and the reasonable interest in expanding the present property tax base and housing through supporting more residential development, small and large scale, the tree canopy is likely to diminish in the short term. Even with an offset fee the immediate effect would be to replace larger trees with smaller trees. Many cities including New York have created robust municipal tree expansion programs on city property. I believe Edmonds has something in place and I suggest the council work to support continuation and expansion of the tree planting, particularly with conifers. 3. And additionally. Given how important and complex is the effort to create a code that balances property rights with essential community needs I suggest and urge the council to go as slow as need be to get it right. I have been an Edmonds resident for about 40 years and our property has a number of large conifers and other trees. I am glad to have code assistance in managing this resource and helping preserve as much tree canopy as possible with future owners. Al Snapp 18000 Andover Street To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21393793&contextId=18452053&returnto=submissions __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Online Form 2026-09-08 05:57 PM(MST) was submitted by Guest on 9/8/2026 8:57:59 PM (GMT-07:00) US/Arizona Name Value FirstName Ken LastName Reidy CityOfResidence Edmonds AgendaTopic PUBLIC HEARING 1. Tree Code Amendments, File No. AMD2026-0001 Comments I support protecting Edmonds' urban forest, but this discussion is about more than trees. My perspective comes from direct experience with Edmonds' tree, critical-area, and permit regulations. At one point, the City requested permission to enter my property and remove a tree using public funds. That experience strengthened my conviction that effective regulation requires clear standards, transparent decision-making, honest and predictable administration, and informed public engagement. My main concern is governance. How do we know this tree code framework will achieve the outcomes the City seeks? The proposal relies on tree-density credits, inventories, arborist reports, replacement requirements, permit review, mitigation fees, and a Tree Fund. As staff and Council have discussed, an important question is whether this complexity is necessary. If a simpler approach could achieve comparable canopy outcomes, what criteria will be used to select the least burdensome effective alternative? I understand that a credit system tries to distribute responsibility between properties with many existing Item 7.2 Packet pg. 56/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 56/431 trees and those with few or none. That is a meaningful equity argument. However, equity and effectiveness are not the same thing. What analysis links the proposed 66-credit-per-acre threshold to the City's 35% canopy goal? If that threshold is primarily a policy judgment, what evidence would support future adjustments? How will administrative discretion be bounded? When property owners are asked to modify designs, provide additional documentation, or undertake mitigation, what objective standards will ensure consistent treatment? Has Council evaluated the cumulative impacts of inventories, arborist reports, replacement requirements, fees, maintenance obligations, and permit review on homeowners, DADUs, inflll development, and middle housing? I am encouraged the City has funded updated 2026 canopy imagery. Will Council establish a baseline, performance measures, public reporting, and clear triggers for program review? Finally, if a 35% canopy goal is a signiflcant community objective, what level of public investment should accompany it? The proposal places much of the responsibility on private property owners. If privately owned trees provide public beneflts, property owners should be viewed not only as regulated parties, but also as partners. Council should consider incentives, technical assistance, cost-sharing, or other support mechanisms. Public goals are often most successful when both responsibilities and resources are shared. A meaningful goal should create accountability not only for residents, but also for government through measurable outcomes, public reporting, periodic evaluation, and a willingness to adjust course when necessary. Thank you. To view this form submission online, please follow the link below: https://edmondswa.gov/form/one.aspx?objectId=21394156&contextId=18452053&returnto=submission s Item 7.2 Packet pg. 57/431 Item 7.2 Packet pg. 57/431 1 0 1 1 City Council Agenda Item 8.1 September 22, 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 September 9, 2026 City Council Study Session, the September 11, 2026 City Council Special Meeting, the September 15, 2026 Finance Committee, Parks and Public Works Committee, Public Safety, Planning, Human Services, and Personnel Committee, and City Council Special Meeting. 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 September 9, 2026 City Council Study Session, the September 11, 2026 City Council Special Meeting, the September 15, 2026 Finance Committee, Parks and Public Works Committee, Public Safety, Planning, Human Services, and Personnel Committee, and City Council Special Meeting. BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026-09-09 Study Session DRAFT 2. 2026-09-11 Special Meeting Minutes DRAFT 3. 2026-09-15 Finance Committee Minutes DRAFT 4. 2026-09-15 PPW Minutes DRAFT 5. 2026-09-15 PSPHSP Minutes DRAFT 6. 2026-09-15 Special Meeting Minutes DRAFT Item 8.1 Packet pg. 58/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 58/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Study Session September 09, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Study Session Meeting Minutes September 09, 2026 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Rosen, Mayor Michelle Dotsch, Council President Chris Eck, Councilmember Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Brad Shipley, Planning Manager Deb Powers, Planner Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Rosen at 3:00 pm. 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) Council went into executive session at 3:00 pm and reconvened in open session at 4:15 pm. 3.STUDY SESSION ITEMS 1.Tree Code Amendments, File No. AMD2026-0001 Fifth Reading and Beyond – Planning and Development Services Brad Shipley, Planning Manager, and Deb Powers, Planner, presented additional information on the draft tree code amendments and asked that Council provide feedback following the September 8 public hearing on the tree code amendments. Council President Dotsch extended the Study Session to 4:45 pm. Staff took questions of Council. Council President Dotsch extended the Study Session to 4:50 pm. 4.ITEMS FOR FUTURE CONSENT 1.Addendum No. 1 to the Market Special Event Agreement adding Winter Market Dates First Reading – Parks and Recreation ADJOURNMENT Item 8.1 Packet pg. 59/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 59/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Study Session September 09, 2026 Page 2 The meeting was adjourned at 4:50 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 60/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 60/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Special Meeting September 11, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Special Meeting Action Minutes September 11, 2026 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Rosen, Mayor Michelle Dotsch, Council President Chris Eck, Councilmember Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Emily Villata, Deputy City Clerk Natasha Ryan, Public Information Officer Brian Tuley, Information Services Manager Shannon Burley, Deputy Parks & Recreation Director Kisha Post, Finance Specialist Stephanie Lucash, City Administrator Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director Mike Clugston, Planning & Development Director Teresa Simanton, Legislative Executive Assistant to Council Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 10:02 am. 1.Welcome and Review Agenda — Mayor Rosen (10 min.) Mayor Rosen reviewed the agenda for the day with Council and Directors. 2.COUNCIL BUSINESS 1.Baker Tilly Fiscal Forecast & Project Status — Michael Perkins (50 min.) Mike Perkins, Matt Stark, and Matt Bubness of Baker Tilly presented their findings regarding the City’s fund balances and the potential strategies for remedying the projected general fund deficit. Baker Tilly staff took questions of Council. 2.Budget Development - Status and Process — Mayor Rosen (15 min.) Mayor Rosen recapped the process and timeline of the budget process so far. 3.Updated 2027 – 2028 Budgetary Shortfall — Kisha Post (15 min.) Item 8.1 Packet pg. 61/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 61/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Special Meeting September 11, 2026 Page 2 Mayor Rosen and Kisha Post, Finance Specialist, updated Council and Directors on the current state of the budget shortfall. Staff took questions of Council. 4.BREAK (15 min.) Council took a break from 11:28 – 11:45 am. 5.Council Revenue Decisions & Restriction Impacts — Kisha Post (45 min.) Kisha Post, Finance Specialist, reviewed current taxes and revenue streams that were previously approved by Council, including the dollar amounts, allowable uses, benefiting fund, and how spending from such funds is tracked. Staff took questions of Council. 6.What's Next - Schedule — Mayor Rosen (15 min.) Mayor Rosen reviewed the next steps in the budget process with Council and Directors. Staff took questions of Council. 7.Boards and Commissions – ECC 10.01 — Mayor Rosen (60 min.) Mayor Rosen and Emily Villata, Deputy City Clerk, presented on the proposed changes to Edmonds City Code 10.01 relating to all City Boards and Commissions (Advisory Bodies). Council provided input into the proposed changes and suggested ways that certain aspects could be improved upon. Staff took questions of Council. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 1:07 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 62/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 62/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Finance Committee September 15, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Finance Committee Meeting Minutes September 15, 2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Michelle Dotsch, Council President (Ex- Officio) Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Rosen, Mayor Chris Eck, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Kisha Post, Finance Specialist Richard Gouuld, Finance Director Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER Councilmember Chen called the meeting to order at 1:00 pm. 2.COMMITTEE BUSINESS 1.July 2026 Monthly Financial Report First Reading – Finance Kisha Post, Finance Specialist, and Richard Gould, Finance Director, presented the July 2026 financial report, including year-to-date (YTD) revenues and expenditures. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 1:51 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 63/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 63/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Special Meeting September 15, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Special Meeting Action Minutes September 15, 2026 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Rosen, Mayor Michelle Dotsch, Council President Chris Eck, Councilmember Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Kisha Post, Finance Specialist Jeff Taraday, City Attorney Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rosen called the meeting to order at 2:30 pm. 2.COUNCIL BUSINESS 1.Approval of Personal Services Agreement with Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC — Edmonds WWTP Phase 6 Carbon Recovery Project Only One Reading Required – Mayor's Office Jeff Taraday, City Attorney, reviewed the need for a personal services agreement with an additional legal services firm to work on projects related to the wastewater treatment plant. COUNCIL PRESIDENT DOTSCH MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE ATTACHED PERSONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AHLERS CRESSMAN & SLEIGHT PLLC. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER CHEN ABSTAINING. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 2:55 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 64/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 64/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Parks and Public Works (PPW) Committee September 15, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Parks and Public Works (PPW) Committee Meeting Minutes September 15, 2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Michelle Dotsch, Council President (Ex Officio) Chris Eck, Councilmember Vivian Olson, Councilmember OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Will Chen, Councilmember Erika Barnett, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Angie Feser, Parks & Recreation Director Sharon Cates, City Attorney’s Office Mike DeLilla, City Engineer Ryan Hague, Stormwater Engineer Bertrand Hauss, Transportation Engineer Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director Jennifer Lambert, Engineering Program Manager Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.COMMITTEE BUSINESS 1.Yost Pool - Cascade Swim Club Agreement First Reading – Parks and Recreation Angie Feser, Parks & Recreation Director; Max Effgen, President of Cascade Swim Club; and Sharon Cates, City Attorney’s Office presented information on the agreement to transfer management of the Yost Pool to Cascade Swim Club. 2.Approval to Terminate Construction Contract for the Olympic View Drive Pavement Preservation Project First Reading – Engineering Mike DeLilla, City Engineer; Ryan Hague, Stormwater Engineer; Bertrand Hauss, Transportation Engineer; Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director; and Jennifer Lambert, Engineering Program Manager, presented on the request to terminate the construction contract for the Olympic View Drive (OVD) pavement preservation project and asked that it be moved to a future consent agenda. Council Recommendation: Move item to a future consent agenda. 3.Council Discussion on Transportation Impact Fees and Revisions to Section 3.36 of Edmonds City Code Third Reading – City Council Office Item 8.1 Packet pg. 65/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 65/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Parks and Public Works (PPW) Committee September 15, 2026 Page 2 Mike DeLilla, City Engineer; Bertrand Hauss, Transportation Engineer; Andy Rheaume, Public Works Director; Jennifer Lambert, Engineering Program Manager; and Patrick Lynch, Consultant with Transpo Group, lead a discussion on potential revisions to Edmonds City Code (ECC) 3.36 regarding transportation impact fees. Councilmember Olson extended the meeting to 4:30. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 66/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 66/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Public Safety, Planning, Human Services, and Personnel (PSPHSP) Committee September 15, 2026 Page 1 Edmonds City Council Public Safety, Planning, Human Services, and Personnel (PSPHSP) Committee Meeting Minutes September 15, 2026 COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Michelle Dotsch, Council President (Ex- Officio) Susan Paine, Councilmember OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Vivian Olson, Councilmember Chris Eck, Councilmember STAFF PRESENT Omar Gamez, Assistant Court Administrator Uneek Maylor, Court Administrator Mike Clugston, Planning & Development Director Brian Tuley, Information Services Manger Luke Lonie, City Clerk 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.COMMITTEE BUSINESS 1.Proposed Interlocal Agreement regarding Lynnwood Neighborhood Center First Reading – Municipal Court Omar Gamez, Assistant Court Administrator, presented on the need for an interlocal agreement with the City of Lynnwood for use of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center for community court. Council Recommendation: Move item to a future consent agenda. 2.Short Plat Vacation Interim Ordinance First Reading – Planning and Development Services Mike Clugston, Planning & Development Director, provided background into the process behind the vacation of a short plat and the need for Council action. Council Recommendation: Move item to full Council. 3.ERP Update Fifth Reading and Beyond – Information Services Brian Tuley, Information Services Manager, updated Council on the status of the new Enterprise Resource Planning system. Council Recommendation: Informational ADJOURNMENT Item 8.1 Packet pg. 67/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 67/431 Edmonds City Council Minutes Public Safety, Planning, Human Services, and Personnel (PSPHSP) Committee September 15, 2026 Page 2 The meeting was adjourned at 4:56 pm. Luke Lonie, City Clerk Item 8.1 Packet pg. 68/431 Item 8.1 Packet pg. 68/431 City Council Agenda Item 8.2 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Addendum No. 1 to the Market Special Event Agreement adding Winter Market Dates (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Parks and Recreation PRESENTER:NA NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Move to approve Addendum No. 1 to the Market Special Event Agreement adding Winter Market Dates on the consent agenda. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:NA ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):NA ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society that operates the Summer Market downtown Edmonds will now operate the Winter Markets, those dates need to be added to their event agreement via an addendum. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: In prior years the City operated the Winter (Holiday & Cabin Fever) Markets and the Edmonds- South Snohomish County Historical Society operated the Summer Market. Moving forward the Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society will operate all of the markets year round utilizing the same footprint and operating guidelines as are approved in their Summer Market agreement. This addendum has been drafted by Lighthouse Law Group to add the additional dates to the existing agreement. RECOMMENDATION: Move to approve Addendum No. 1 to the Market Special Event Agreement adding Winter Market Dates on the consent agenda. BUDGET IMPACTS: Any budget impact will positively impact the general fund as staff will no longer be running these markets or contracting with market service providers that will all be the responsibility of the Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society. ITEM HISTORY: The current agreement (attached) was approved by Council on March 17, 2026 and approved on March 24, 2026 and signed by all parties on March 27, 2026. The addendum was in the September 9, 2026 study session packet listed as item for future consent. Item 8.2 Packet pg. 69/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 69/431 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Addendum No. 1 to 2026 Summer Market Event Agreement – Winter Market.pdf 2026 Summer Market Event Agreement_Executed.pdf Item 8.2 Packet pg. 70/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 70/431 1 ADDENDUM NO. 1 TO EVENT AGREEMENT CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON AND EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Addition of Winter Market – November 2026 – April 2027 THIS ADDENDUM NO. 1 (“Addendum”) is entered into by and between the CITY OF EDMONDS (the “City”) and the EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (the “Historical Society”) (collectively, the “Parties”), and amends that certain Event Agreement between the Parties dated March 27, 2026, for Event Dates May 2 through October 24, 2026 (the “Agreement”). WHEREAS, the Parties entered into the Agreement establishing the terms and conditions for the Historical Society's operation of the Summer Market on the dates and at the locations described therein; and WHEREAS, the Historical Society has requested, and the City has agreed, to extend the Historical Society’s responsibilities under the Agreement to include a Winter Market to be held on certain Saturdays in November and December 2026 and January, February, March and April 2027; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire that the Winter Market be governed by the same responsibilities, terms and conditions applicable to the Summer Market under the Agreement, except as to the dates of operation; and WHEREAS, Section 3.1 of the Agreement provides that the Agreement may be amended in writing with the express written consent of the Parties; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises, covenants, conditions and performances set forth below, the Parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Addition of Winter Market. 1.1 Winter Market Dates. The Agreement is hereby amended to add a “Winter Market” to be operated by the Historical Society on the following Saturdays (the “Winter Market Dates”): Saturday, November 7, 2026 Saturday, November 14, 2026 Saturday, November 21, 2026 Saturday, December 5, 2026 Saturday, December 12, 2026 Saturday, December 19, 2026 Saturday, January 16, 2027 Saturday, January 30, 2027 Saturday, February 13, 2027 Saturday, February 27, 2027 Saturday, March 13, 2027 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 71/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 71/431 2 Saturday, March 27, 2027 Saturday, April 10, 2027 Saturday, April 24, 2027 1.2 Incorporation of Summer Market Responsibilities. Except as expressly modified by this Addendum, all rights, responsibilities and obligations of the City and the Historical Society set forth in Section 1 (Responsibilities of the City) and Section 2 (Responsibilities of the Historical Society) of the Agreement, including without limitation those relating to use of the right of way, vendor parking, fire and life-safety inspections, barricades and signage, waste and recycling, insurance, public forum obligations, plastic bag and food service container restrictions, indemnification, non-discrimination, the smoking ban, security, fire watch, portable sanitation, stewardship of Veterans Plaza, garbage removal, letters of support from impacted businesses, site cleanup and restoration, and payment of permit fees, will apply equally to the Winter Market as if fully set forth herein, substituting “Winter Market” for “Summer Market” and the Winter Market Dates for the Summer Market dates, wherever the context so requires. 1.3 Hours of Operation. Unless the Parties otherwise agree in writing, the Winter Market will follow the same set up, opening, and takedown hours specified in Section 2.15 of the Agreement for the Summer Market: set up from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (6:00 a.m. start on 5th Avenue; 6:30 a.m. start on Bell Street); open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; and takedown from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1.4 Location. The Winter Market will be held using the same right-of-way areas described in Section 1.1 of the Agreement and depicted in Attachment A to the Agreement, unless the Parties agree in writing to a different configuration. 1.5 Insurance and Permit Fees. The insurance requirements in Section 2.7 and the permit fee obligations in Section 2.24 of the Agreement apply to the Winter Market, and the Historical Society will ensure its Certificate of Insurance and permit fee payments account for the Winter Market Dates. 2. No Other Changes. 2.1 Except as expressly amended by this Addendum, all other terms and conditions of the Agreement remain in full force and effect and are hereby ratified and confirmed. In the event of any conflict between this Addendum and the Agreement, this Addendum will control solely with respect to the addition of the Winter Market. 2.2 This Addendum may be executed in counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original, and all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Addendum as of the date last signed below. DATED this ______ day of ________________ 2026. Item 8.2 Packet pg. 72/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 72/431 3 CITY OF EDMONDS: EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Mike Rosen, Mayor Arnold Lund, President ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: Luke Lonie, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Office of the City Attorney Item 8.2 Packet pg. 73/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 73/431 1 EVENT AGREEMENT CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON AND EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Event Dates – May 2-October 24, 2026 THIS AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the CITY OF EDMONDS (hereinafter referred to as the “City”), and the EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (hereinafter referred to as the “Historical Society”) (collectively, the “Parties”). WHEREAS, the Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society has operated in the past a summer market (“Summer Market”) to provide a marketplace for Edmonds residents to display their wares, which uniquely promotes artists and other small businesspersons and their products; and WHEREAS, the Parties, vendors, patrons and businesses located along 5th Avenue between Main and Bell Streets are supportive of continuing the Summer Market to commence the first Saturday in May and conclude the fourth Saturday in October, excluding Saturday, July 4; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that in addition to providing an opportunity for economic development and a recreational resource to the citizens of Edmonds, the Summer Market promotes tourism to the community and could provide an initial springboard for the development of a small business; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Summer Market provides an important opportunity for local farmers to provide fresh food to the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the considerations the City provides are more than adequately recompensed by the promises of the Historical Society and the public benefit to be derived from this Agreement; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises, covenants, conditions and performances set forth below, the Parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Responsibilities of the City (some Historical Society responsibilities included). 1.1 Summer Market (May 2 through October 24): The City will provide use of the right of way on Bell Street between 5th and 6th Avenues and on 5th Avenue between Main Street and the Southern edge of the South parking lot entrance to the Public Safety parking lot, as well as the area of Bell Street west of 5th Avenue, as depicted on the map in Attachment A, for farmer/producer-based vendors each Saturday. The City reserves the right to remove the area of Bell Street west of 5th Avenue from the approved right of way area at any time in its sole discretion. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 74/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 74/431 2 1.2 The City will allow vendor parking on the south, east and west sides of the police parking lot each Saturday for the Summer Market, as well as in the parking area under the City Hall building. 1.3 All use and configuration of tents and other temporary facilities used in the Summer Market will be inspected and reviewed prior to the event by the City’s designated fire official in accordance with the provisions of the Open-Air Market Ordinance and the South County Fire Requirements for “Outdoor Assembly Events” checklist set forth in Attachment B, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Tarps, tents, canopies and covers will be tested and labeled for fire resistance. The Historical Society will ensure that all participants adhere to all provisions of State and local law to ensure that no lasting or permanent damage is done to any public facility or property. The Fire Marshal or the City, in accordance with its lawful authority under statute and ordinance, may use their discretion to cancel this event or to prohibit the attendance of the general public in certain areas when doing so would be a violation of state law or local ordinance. In addition, all vendors utilizing tents or other temporary structures and all food truck vendors will be subject to field inspection by the Fire Marshal Office (“FMO”). Prior to the Event, the Historical Society will provide all food truck vendors with the “Regional Fire Marshals Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle Inspection Checklist,” attached hereto as Attachment C and incorporated herein by this reference. 1.4 The City will place ten (10) barricades, ten (10) “No Parking” A-frame signs, and two (2) “Local Access Only” signs behind the Museum prior to May 1 for the duration of the Summer Market. The Historical Society will be responsible for placing and removing these barricades and signs for each Saturday market. The Historical Society will place the ten (10) portable A-frame “No Parking on Saturdays” signs, each clearly marked with the day and hours that parking is prohibited, on the north and south sides of Bell Street and the east side of 5th Avenue between Bell and the Public Safety parking lot at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to each Saturday market and remove them at the end of each market day. If the A-frame signs are not in place at least 72 hours in advance, the City will not be able to enforce the parking prohibition. 1.5 The City will place rope and signage around the Holiday Tree requesting people not to enter the landscaped area. 1.6 The City will install appropriate “No Parking on Saturdays” signage on the street poles on 5th Avenue North between Main and Bell Streets and on Bell Street between 5th Avenue North and 6th Avenue by April 24, 2026. 1.7 The City will supply wire frames and appropriate bags for compostable and recyclable waste and will bill the Historical Society for collection bags required at the Summer Market. The Historical Society will be responsible for transporting any items deposited in these containers to the collection site located along the south wall of Fire Station 17. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 75/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 75/431 3 1.8 The City will supply a key to allow the Historical Society to unlock the public restrooms adjacent to the market at 6:00 a.m. A City employee will perform routine maintenance in the restrooms mid-day. The City will maintain responsibility for locking the restrooms in the evening. The City will supply a contact number for issues related to the restroom. 2. Responsibilities of the Historical Society (some City responsibilities included). 2.1 2026 Summer Market season: May 2 through October 24, excluding July 4. 2.2 Set up hours begin at 6:00 a.m. on Saturdays on 5th Avenue and 6:30 a.m. on Saturdays on Bell Street. 2.3 During the Summer Market, the sections of the Police parking lot not used by the Market will be reserved for police parking only. Parking restrictions will be posted and vendor and customer parking will not be allowed in this area. Violators may be towed at their own expense. 2.4 For the Summer Market, parking restrictions will be posted indicating violators will be towed. The Police Department will attempt to notify owners. If not located by 6:30 a.m., the police will proceed to have violating vehicles towed. 2.5 The Summer Market will make available to the City one 10 x 10 Vendor booth location on the first Saturday of each month for promotion of City related activities. 2.6 For the Summer Market, street barricades must be in place at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday and removed by 4:00 p.m. The Historical Society will ensure that Sound Disposal will have adequate access to the alley next to the Museum for Saturday morning pickup. Sound Disposal will enter 5th Avenue from Main Street and access the alley by 8:00 a.m. at the latest. 2.7 The Historical Society will provide a Certificate of Insurance evidencing the following insurance: General Liability insurance shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office (ISO) occurrence form CG 00 01 covering premises, operations, products-completed operations and contractual liability. The City of Edmonds shall be named as an additional insured on the Historical Society’s General Liability insurance policy using ISO Additional Insured- Managers or Lessors of Premises Form CG 20 11 or an endorsement providing at least as broad coverage. The General Liability insurance shall be written with limits no less than $1,000,000 each occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate. The insurance policy shall contain, or be endorsed to contain, that the Historical Society’s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respect the city of Edmonds. Any insurance, self-insurance, or self-insured pool coverage maintained by the city of Edmonds shall be excess of the Historical Society’s insurance and shall not contribute with it. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 76/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 76/431 4 The Historical Society will provide a Certificate of Insurance evidencing the required insurance before using the premises described herein. Insurance will be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best rating of not less than A:VII. 2.8 The Historical Society agrees that the Summer Market is a public event. The Historical Society further agrees that areas constituting the City-Provided Site that are covered under this Agreement, including but not limited to public right of way, streets, sidewalks, parks, parking lots, gardens, meeting halls and squares, are traditional public forums. As a result, the Historical Society will permit citizens attending events open to the general public at a City-Provided Site during the Market to exercise therein their protected constitutional right to free speech without interference. 2.9 Chapter 6.80 of the Edmonds City Code (“Plastic Bag Reduction”) restricts the use of single-use plastic checkout bags. The restrictions do not apply to plastic bags used to carry out cooked food or provided solely for produce, bulk food or meat. The Historical Society will strongly encourage its vendors to comply with the purposes of the ordinance by utilizing paper bags or encouraging the use of reusable totes whenever practicable. 2.10 Pursuant to the provisions of RCW 70.93.093, concerning event recycling, the Historical Society will place clearly marked, City-supplied recycling, compost and waste containers throughout the Summer Market event area for the collection of aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles and other recyclable materials from event participants. The Historical Society will be responsible for providing recycling, compost, and garbage collection and removal services (see also Section 2.11, below). 2.11 Pursuant to Chapters 6.90 and 6.95 ECC, which prohibit the use of noncompostable food service containers and single-use plastic utensils (such as straws, stirrers and cutlery) at public events requiring a contract with the City, food vendors at the Summer Market will provide only compostable food service containers and utensils, as defined in Chapters 6.90 and 6.95 ECC, to event participants. The Historical Society will provide for the on-site collection of compostable and recyclable materials and garbage from event participants, using designated color-coded collection containers. The Historical Society will ensure that on-site collection containers are serviced properly and continually during the Summer Market. The Historical Society representative will meet with the City’s Recycling Coordinator or representative prior to April 24, 2026, in order to be educated on the 3- container system to maximize diversion of compostable and recyclable materials from the garbage. 2.12 The Historical Society will defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits, including attorney fees, arising from or in connection with the Historical Society’s performance, or nonperformance, of this Agreement, except to the extent that claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits are caused by the sole negligence of the City, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers. This promise to indemnify and hold harmless will include a waiver by the Historical Society of the immunity provided under Title 51 Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 77/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 77/431 5 RCW, but only to the extent necessary to fully effectuate this promise. This provision will survive the termination and/or expiration of this Agreement. 2.13 Neither the Historical Society nor any of its officers, agents, or employees will discriminate in the provision of services under this Agreement against any individual, partnership, or corporation based upon race, religion, sex, creed, place of origin, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by federal, state or local law. 2.14 The Parties acknowledge that pursuant to Chapter 70.160 RCW (hereinafter the “smoking ban”), smoking is prohibited in indoor areas, within 25 feet of vents or entrances and in outdoor areas where public employees of the City, and employees of any vendor at the Summer Market or of the contracting organization are required to be. This general description of the provisions of the statute is included for the purpose of reference and is not intended to expand or contract the obligations created by the smoking ban. The Historical Society warrants that it will comply with the smoking ban and will utilize the services and advice of the Snohomish County Health District in assuring compliance during the events described in this Agreement. 2.15 Historical Society agrees to the following Market days: Summer Market: Saturdays, May 2 through October 24, 2026, excluding July 4. Historical Society agrees to the following Market hours of operation: Set up: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (6:00 a.m. start on 5th Avenue; 6:30 a.m. start on Bell Street) Open: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Takedown: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 2.16 The City will have no responsibility or liability for the provision of security services, nor will it be liable for any loss or damage incurred by the Historical Society or the participants in the Summer Market. 2.17 The Historical Society will provide fire watch for all times in and around the booths and displays open to the general public as part of the Summer Market. 2.18 The Historical Society will provide a portable Sani-Can at 537 Bell Street for the duration of the Summer Market season. 2.19 The Historical Society will commit to being good stewards of the Veterans Plaza, including but not limited to monitoring and removal of garbage from the garbage can located in Veterans Plaza two (2) times per day and monitoring and prompt cleanup of any and all spills. 2.20 Individual vendors are responsible for packing out all of their own garbage. The Historical Society may deposit up to sixteen (16) thirty-three (33) gallon bags of garbage Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 78/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 78/431 6 generated in their area in the dumpster located in the Public Safety Center’s trash enclosure that abuts Fire Station 17. 2.21 The Historical Society will arrange for and pay for a recycling container from Sound Disposal. The container will be stored and serviced in the Public Safety Center’s trash enclosure that abuts Fire Station 17. 2.22 The Historical Society will obtain a letter of support from each business impacted by the market expansion on Bell Street West of 5th Avenue. To include but not limited to Barclay Shelton Dance Center, 420 Bell Street, 201 5th Avenue N, and 207 5th Avenue N. Failure to provide the required letters will result in the City removing this market expansion area from the approved right of way for the Summer Market. 2.23 Upon the completion of the event, the Historical Society will make adequate provisions for the cleanup and restoration of all sites rented or provided under terms of this Agreement, including but not limited to removal of any grease stains as a result of the event. 2.24 The Historical Society will pay the City all permit fees, in accordance with the provisions of Chapters 4.90 and 4.100 ECC, for the above-mentioned facilities use and services at least ten (10) days prior to the event. This Agreement will serve as the special event permit application required under ECC 4.100.040. A statement of the estimated costs of City resources to be provided for the event, to include the delivery and removal of “No Parking” signs, street barricades, and local access signage and installation of semi- permanent no parking signs, will be provided upon approval of the Special Event permit. The actual costs of these resources will be determined after the event at which time the City will either refund the difference or invoice the Historical Society for the additional costs due pursuant to ECC 4.100.090. 2.25 Colored flags or banners may not be placed in the existing holes in the public sidewalk designated for the American flag program. 2.26 No ground penetrations are allowed unless authorized first by the City electrician and City Parks Department. Any unauthorized ground penetrations may be subject to fine and/or damage cost recovery from the Historical Society. It is not allowed to fasten anything to the buildings, structures or trees, and doing so may result in damage cost recovery and/or fine. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 79/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 79/431 7 3. Miscellaneous. 3.1 Entire Agreement, integration, amendment, waiver, applicable law and venue. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding between the Parties relating to the rights and obligations created hereby, and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous negotiations, understandings, and agreements, written or oral, between the Parties. Any prior discussions or understandings are deemed merged with the provisions herein. This Agreement will not be amended, assigned or otherwise changed or transferred except in writing with the express written consent of the Parties hereto. The failure of either party to insist upon strict adherence to any term of this Agreement on any occasion shall not be considered a waiver thereof or deprive that party of the right thereafter to insist upon strict adherence to that term or any other term of this Agreement. This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, and any action to interpret or enforce this Agreement will be brought before the Superior Court of Snohomish County, Washington, and the Parties agree that, as between them, all matters will be resolved in that venue. 3.2 Force majeure. The Parties will not be liable for failure to perform or delay in performance due to fire, flood, strike or other labor difficulty, act of God, act of any governmental authority, riot, embargo, fuel or energy shortage, car shortage, wrecks or delays in transportation, or due to any other cause beyond the Parties’ reasonable control. In the event of delay in performance due to any such cause, the date of delivery or time for completion will be extended by a period of time reasonably necessary to overcome the effect of such delay. 3.3 Relationship between the Parties. Nothing in this Agreement will be interpreted to or in fact create an agency or employment relationship between the Parties. No officer, official, agent, employee or representative of the Historical Society will be deemed to be the same of the City for any purpose. The Historical Society alone will be solely responsible for all acts of its officers, officials, agents, employees, representatives and subcontractors during the performance of this Agreement. 3.4 Compliance with Laws. The Historical Society in the performance of this Agreement shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinances, including all applicable public health and safety guidelines and all requirements of the federal government, the State of Washington, the Snohomish County Health District, and the City. It is in the interests of the Parties that the health and safety of event attendees and the general public is protected. It is the Historical Society’s responsibility to ensure that all of its representatives and all participants in the events comply with all relevant COVID-19 and other health and safety related guidance. In the event that the City provides written notice to the Historical Society of issue(s) relating to public health or safety and such issue(s) are not promptly corrected, the City may at its sole discretion cancel the Event or prohibit the attendance of the general public in certain areas, if in the opinion of the Parks Director and at the sole discretion of the City, such issue threatens public health and safety. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 80/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 80/431 8 3.5 Termination. If the Historical Society breaches any of its obligations under this Agreement and fails to cure the same within five (5) days’ written notice to do so by the City, the City may terminate this Agreement. DATED this ______ day of ________________ 2026. CITY OF EDMONDS: EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Mike Rosen, Mayor Arnold Lund, President ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: Luke Lonie, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Office of the City Attorney Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 March27 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 81/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 81/431 9 Attachment A Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 82/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 82/431 REQUIREMENTS FOR Outdoor Assembly Events The purpose of this handout is to assist the public in complying with requirements for holding Outdoor Assembly Events. It is not a complete list of permit or code requirements and should not be used as a substitute for applicable laws and regulations of the owner/design professional to review the submittal for completeness. Only complete applications will be accepted by the City for review. REQUIREMENTS: Outdoor assembly events shall be approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3106.2.1) An approved means of fire apparatus access shall be provided. (IFC 3106.2.3) The fire code official shall establish an occupant load for the event site. (IFC 3106.3.1) Unobstructed access to fire hydrants, drafting sources and other fire protection features shall be maintained at all times. (IFC 3106.2.3.1) Combustible refuse shall be kept in noncombustible containers with tight fitting or self-closing lids. Combustible refuse shall be removed from the event site at regular intervals to prevent an unsafe accumulation within the event site. (IFC 3106.4.7) Where events involve a gathering of more than 1,000 people, trained crowd managers shall be provided in accordance with Section 403.12.3. (IFC 3106.4.3) The number and location of emergency egress and escape routes shall be approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3106.3) Any street or road that is closed to vehicle traffic via movable barricades shall maintain an obstruction free width of not less than 20 feet for emergency vehicle access. Any street or road that is closed to vehicle traffic via movable barricades shall require dedicated event staff to standby each barricade to assist emergency services personnel with access. Temporary special event structures in excess of 400 square feet shall not be erected, operated, or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining approval and a permit from the fire code official and the building official. (IFC 3105.2) Where required by the fire code official, an inspection report shall be provided and shall consist of maintenance, anchors, and fabric inspections. (IFC 3103.7.1) Tents or membrane structures and their appurtenances shall be designed and installed to withstand the elements of weather and prevent collapsing. Documentation of structural stability shall be furnished to the fire code official. (IFC 3103.9) Temporary special event structures shall be located a distance from property lines and buildings to accommodate distances indicated in the construction drawings for guy wires, cross-bracing, ground anchors or ballast. Location shall not interfere with egress from a building or encroach on fire apparatus access roads. (IFC 3105.8) Tents or membrane structures shall not be located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of lot lines, buildings, other tents or membrane structures, parked vehicles, or internal combustion engines. (IFC 3103.8.2) Attachment B Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 83/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 83/431 SOUTH COUNTY FIRE (425) 551-1264 / Prevention@southsnofire.org Smoking shall not be permitted in tents or membrane structures. Approved “No Smoking” signs shall be conspicuously posted. (IFC 3106.4.5) An unobstructed fire break passageway or fire road not less than 12 feet (3658 mm) wide and free from guy ropes or other obstructions shall be maintained on all sides of all tents and membrane structures unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3103.8.6) Approved portable fire extinguishers complying with Section 906 shall be provided and placed in locations approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3106.4.4 / 3107.9) Open flame or other devices emitting flame, fire or heat or any flammable or combustible liquids, gas, charcoal or other cooking device or any unapproved devices shall not be permitted inside or located within 20 ft of the tent or membrane structure while open to the public unless approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3107.4) Cooking appliances or devices that produce sparks or grease-laden vapors or flying embers (firebrands) shall not be used within 20 feet (6096 mm) of a tent or temporary structure. Exceptions: ▪Designated cooking tents not occupied by the public when approved by the fire code official. ▪Tents or structures where cooking appliances are protected with an automatic fire- extinguishing system. (IFC 3106.5.1) Cooking equipment using combustible oils or solids shall meet the following: ▪A noncombustible lid shall be immediately available. The lid shall be of sufficient size to cover the cooking well completely. ▪The equipment shall be placed on a noncombustible surface. ▪An approved portable fire extinguisher for protection from cooking grease fires shall be provided at a location approved by the fire code official. (IFC 3106.5.2) Electrical equipment and wiring shall be listed and labeled for outdoor use. (IFC 3106.6.1) Generators shall be installed not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from combustible materials and shall be isolated from the public by physical guard, fence or enclosure installed not less than 3 feet (914 mm) away from the internal combustion engine. Refueling of internal combustion engines shall not be allowed during cooking operations AND only when the electric generators and internal combustion power sources are not in use. (IFC 3106.6.2) Each generator shall be provided with an approved portable fire extinguisher complying with Section 906.(IFC 3106.6.3) LP-gas containers and tanks shall be located outside in accordance with Table 6104.3. Pressure relief valves shall be pointed away from the tent or membrane structure. (IFC 3107.13.2) Portable LP-gas containers, tanks, piping, valves and fittings that are located outside and are being used to fuel equipment inside a tent, or membrane structures shall be adequately protected to prevent tampering, damage by vehicles or other hazards and shall be located in an approved location. Portable LP-gas containers shall be secured to prevent unauthorized movement. (IFC 3107.13.3) Generators and other internal combustion power sources shall be separated from tents or membrane structures by not less than 20 ft and shall be isolated from contact with the public by fencing, enclosure, or other approved means. (IFC 3107.16) Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 84/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 84/431 Checklist This document is a regional fire inspection checklist for mobile food preparation vehicles with the intent of providing a standardized inspection that multiple fire jurisdictions recognize. You can find a list of the jurisdictions that are participating in this program. This program does not omit local jurisdiction requirements and their permitting processes. All mobile food preparation vehicle operators are required to contact each jurisdiction prior to operating within that jurisdiction. Name of Mobile Food Vehicle: Mailing Address: Contact Person: Phone Number: Email: L&I Number (VEN): License Plate#: Date Inspected: Fire Agency: Inspector Signature: Summary of Inspection - Regional ☐Approved – No Violations ☐Approved to operate – violations noted below must be corrected ☐Not approved to operate Regi o nal Inspection Checklist Documentation PASS FAIL N/A 1.Washington State L&I A pproval St icke r ☐☐ ☐ Cooking System Type -1 Hood (If produces grease laden vapors) PASS FAIL N/A 1.Cooking suppression system is UL300 listed , serviced, and cleaned . ☐☐ ☐ •Date of last service : (Semiannually ) •Date of last cleaning : 2.Manual Pull Station accessible and unobstructed.☐☐ ☐ Attachment C Regional Fire Marshals Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle Inspection Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 85/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 85/431 2 Cooking Oil Storage PASS FAIL N/A 1.Aggregate volume less than 120 gallons.☐☐ ☐ 2.Storage tanks stored in such a way as to not be toppled or damaged during transport. ☐☐ ☐ LP-Gas Systems PASS FAIL N/A 1.LP tanks located on the outside of the vehicle or in a vapor tight cabinet vented to the outside. ☐☐ ☐ 2.LP tanks located on back of vehicle are provided with adequate impact protection provided. ☐☐ ☐ 3.Maximum LP tank size less than 200 pounds . (4.23 lb = 1 gal)☐☐ ☐ •Number of tanks: •Size of tanks: •Date last inspected: (Annually) •Date of last hydro: 4.LP tanks securely mounted and piping protected.☐☐ ☐ 5.LP gas alarm installed, operational and tested.☐☐ ☐ •Last test date: 6.LP shut off valves installed and accessible.☐☐ ☐ 7 .LP tanks used or stored outside of the vehicle shall be secured with a non -combustible strap or chain in an upright position and protected from impact. ☐☐ ☐ CNG Systems PASS FAIL N/A 1.All CNG containers are NGV -2 cylinders with a maximum size less than 1300 pounds . (1 ft 3 = 8 lbs) ☐☐ ☐ •Number of tanks: •Size of tanks: •Tank expiration date(s): •Date last inspected: (Every 3 years) •Date of last hydro: 2.Tanks securely mounted and piping protected.☐☐ ☐ 3.Methane gas alarm installed, operational and tested.☐☐ ☐ •Last tested date: Portable Fire Extinguishers PASS FAIL N/A 1.Class K Extinguisher installed along egress path (If using deep fat fryer or solid fuels). ☐☐ ☐ •Date last Serviced (Annually) 2.Fire protection system use placard installed near Class K Extinguisher. ☐☐ ☐ Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 86/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 86/431 3 3.2A:10B:C portable extinguisher shall be provided along egress path. If LP -gas is used the portable extinguisher shall be a 2A:40B:C. ☐☐ ☐ •Date last serviced (Annually) Electrical PASS FAIL N/A 1 .Extension cords protected from damage.☐☐ ☐ 2 .No open electrical junction boxes or wiring.☐☐ ☐ Generators PASS FAIL N/A 1 .Generators located a minimum o f 10 feet from combustibles. ☐☐ ☐ 2 .Refueling of internal combustion engines shall not be allowed during cooking operations and only when the electric generators and internal combustion power sources are not in use. ☐☐ ☐ Keep Required Documentation in Your Food Truck Please ensure you keep a copy of the following documents in your truck. You may be asked to produce these at any time by a fire department inspector. •Your fire inspection report (this form or other documentation provided to you by the fire agency that completed your inspection). •A copy of the inspection, test, and/or cleaning reports for your commercial range hood, fire suppression system and extinguishers, completed by the contractor you use. •A copy of any permit(s) issued by a local fire department for your food truck. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 87/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 87/431 The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD CERTIFICATE HOLDER © 1988-2014 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25 (2014/01) AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE CANCELLATION DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE LOCJECTPRO-POLICY GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: OCCURCLAIMS-MADE COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY PREMISES (Ea occurrence)$DAMAGE TO RENTED EACH OCCURRENCE $ MED EXP (Any one person) $ PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ GENERAL AGGREGATE $ PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG $ $RETENTIONDED CLAIMS-MADE OCCUR $ AGGREGATE $ EACH OCCURRENCE $ UMBRELLA LIAB EXCESS LIAB DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES (ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, may be attached if more space is required) INSRLTR TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF(MM/DD/YYYY)POLICY EXP(MM/DD/YYYY)LIMITS PERSTATUTE OTH-ER E.L. EACH ACCIDENT E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ $ $ ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE If yes, describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below (Mandatory in NH) OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY Y / N AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ANY AUTO ALL OWNED SCHEDULED HIRED AUTOS NON-OWNEDAUTOSAUTOS AUTOS COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT BODILY INJURY (Per person) BODILY INJURY (Per accident) PROPERTY DAMAGE $ $ $ $ THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSD ADDL WVD SUBR N / A $ $ (Ea accident) (Per accident) OTHER: THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER:REVISION NUMBER: INSURED PHONE(A/C, No, Ext): PRODUCER ADDRESS:E-MAIL FAX(A/C, No): CONTACTNAME: NAIC # INSURER A : INSURER B : INSURER C : INSURER D : INSURER E : INSURER F : INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. x x x x x A 02/09/2026 Pro Insur, Inc dba Campbell Risk Management 9595 Whitley Drive, Suite 204 Indianapolis, IN 46240 Larry Spilker E[t 203 Edmonds Summer Market PO BOX 52 Edmonds Washington 98020 HANO9ER INS8RANCE *RO8P Larry Spilker e[t 203 317-848-9075 LSPIL.ER#CAMPBELLRIS..COM 317-848-9093 22292 AAM8392 LHW D481967 - 02 05/03/2026 05/03/2027 2,000,0002,000,000 100,000 5,000 2,000,0002,000,000 4,000,0004,000,000 4,000,0004,000,000 The City of Edmonds 121 5th Ave N Edmonds, WA 98020 Those usual to the Insured's operation. Blanket additional Insured applies per coverage form 421-2915 06 15. Certificate holder, if any, is hereby an additional insured. Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 LƚĞŵ ϴ͘Ϯ tĂĐŬĞƚ ƉŐ͘ ϴϴͬϰϯϭ LƚĞŵ ϴ͘Ϯ tĂĐŬĞƚ ƉŐ͘ ϴϴͬϰϯϭ # R8319 Status Approved Page 1 of 2 Current Balance: $360.00Original Balance: $360.00Payment Schedules 1 resource(s)1 booking(s)Subtotal: $360.00 System User Amy Cruz Home Phone Number (425) 301-8421Agent Name Arnold Lund Organization Phone 1 Number (425) 774-0900Organization Name Edmonds Historical Society & Museum - 204 TypeCustomer Organization Organization Address P. O. Box 52 Edmonds, WA 98020 Permit # R8319 Status Approved Date of Issue Feb 6, 2026 11:13 AM FAC (Frances Anderson Center) 700 Main Street Edmonds, WA 98020 PHONE:(425) 771-0230 FAX:(425) 771-0253 EMAIL:reczone@edmondswa.gov Permit Rental Fee $360.00 Discounts $0.00 Subtotal $360.00 Deposits $0.00 Deposit Discounts $0.00 Total Permit Fee $360.00 Total Payment $0.00 Refunds $0.00 Balance $360.00 Summer Market Booking Summary Right of Way (Park)Center: Right of Way START DATE/TIME END DATE/TIME ATTENDEE AMT W/O TAX Sat, May 2, 2026 6:00 AM Sat, May 2, 2026 3:30 PM 1 $0.00 Resource level fees $360.00 DUE DATE AMOUNT DUE AMOUNT PAID WITHDRAWAL ADJUSTMENT BALANCE May 2, 2026 $360.00 $0.00 $0.00 $360.00 Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 89/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 89/431 # R8319 Status Approved Page 2 of 2 X: Date: Edmonds Historical Society & Museum Customer Type: Organization Customer ID: 12326 Mailing Address: P. O. Box 52, Edmonds, WA 98020 Organization Phone 1 Number: (425) 774-0900 Authorized Agent Name: Arnold Lund Home Phone Number: (425) 301-8421 X: Date: FAC (Frances Anderson Center) Mailing Address: 700 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020 Phone Number: (425) 771-0230 Fax Number: (425) 771-0253 Email Address: reczone@edmondswa.gov Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 3/26/20263/26/2026 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 90/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 90/431 Has the original City contract boilerplate language been modified? Yes No If yes, specify which sections have been modified: Description of Services: Type of Contract: (GR) Grants (I) Intergovernmental Agreement (L) Lease Agreement Bid/RFP Number: (S) Purchase of Services (W) Public Works (O) Other Effective Date: Completion Date: Originator: Routed by: Department/Division: Date: Name of Consultant/Contractor: CONTRACT TITLE: Total Amount of Contract: Budget # Amount: Budget # Amount: Budget # Amount: Budget # Amount: Budget # Amount: Budget # Amount: Are there sufficient funds in the current budget to cover this contract? Yes No Remarks: Authorization Level: Project Manager Risk Management/Budget City Attorney Consultant/Contractor Other City Council Approval Date (if applicable) Mayor City Clerk SI G N A T U R E FI N A N C I A L DE T A I L S CO N T R A C T CO N T E N T DE S C R I P T I O N CONTRACT ROUTING FORM No. (City Clerk Use Only) Shannon Burley Carrie Haslam, P&R Parks & Recreation 03/25/2026 Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society Event Agreement Agreement to operate a summer marketplace. $ 0.00 ྜ 05/02/2026 ྜ ྜ ྜ Mayor 10/24/2026 Docusign Envelope ID: D26725F0-4AEA-8027-815C-7FC8859E82F2 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 91/431 Item 8.2 Packet pg. 91/431 City Council Agenda Item 8.3 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:Richard Gould NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$1,730,136.99 ☒ Approved in Budget Fund(s):Various ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: In accordance with the State statutes, City payments must be approved by the City Council. Ordinance #2896 delegates this approval to the Council President who reviews and recommends either approval or non-approval of payments. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Approval of payroll checks #66522 through #66523 dated September 18,2026 for $2,025.23, direct deposit for $850,497.55, benefit checks #66524 through #66531 and wire payments of $877,614.21 for the pay period of September 1, 2026 through September 15, 2026. RECOMMENDATION: Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. BUDGET IMPACTS: $1,730,136.99 ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment #1 – 09-01-2026 to 09-15-2026 Payroll Earnings Summary Report Attachment #2 – 09-01-2026 to 09-15-2026 Benefit Summary Report Item 8.3 Packet pg. 92/431 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 92/431 Benefit Checks Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,213 - 09/01/2026 to 09/15/2026 Bank: usbank - US Bank Direct DepositCheck AmtNamePayee #DateCheck # 66524 09/18/2026 bpas BPAS 8,042.56 0.00 66525 09/18/2026 epoa2 EPOA-POLICE 6,279.00 0.00 66526 09/18/2026 epoa3 EPOA-POLICE SUPPORT 1,290.00 0.00 66527 09/18/2026 icma MISSIONSQUARE PLAN SERVICES 6,515.63 0.00 66528 09/18/2026 flex NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 7,048.76 0.00 66529 09/18/2026 teamcom TEAMSTERS LOCAL 763 500.00 0.00 66530 09/18/2026 teams TEAMSTERS LOCAL 763 6,716.00 0.00 66531 09/18/2026 tx TEXAS CHILD SUPPORT SDU 634.50 0.00 37,026.45 0.00 Bank: wire - US BANK Direct DepositCheck AmtNamePayee #DateCheck # 4056 09/18/2026 awc AWC 470,367.68 0.00 4062 09/18/2026 wadc WASHINGTON STATE TREASURER 41,328.22 0.00 4063 09/18/2026 us US BANK 173,671.67 0.00 4064 09/18/2026 mebt WTRISC FBO #N3177B1 146,669.92 0.00 4066 09/18/2026 pb NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION 7,920.77 0.00 4068 09/18/2026 oe OFFICE OF SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT 629.50 0.00 840,587.76 0.00 877,614.21 0.00Grand Totals: Page 1 of 19/17/2026 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 93/431 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 93/431 Payroll Earnings Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,213 (09/01/2026 to 09/15/2026) Hours AmountHour Type Hour Class Description UNPAID L & IABSENT118 88.00 0.00 SICK LEAVESICK121 595.25 33,864.54 VACATIONVACATION122 1,178.75 74,993.90 HOLIDAY HOURSHOLIDAY123 132.25 8,388.02 FLOATER HOLIDAYHOLIDAY124 0.80 36.61 COMPENSATORY TIMECOMP HOURS125 157.00 8,538.27 Holiday Bank WWTPHOLIDAY128 55.00 2,601.48 Police Sick Leave L & ISICK129 48.00 3,679.33 MILITARY LEAVEMILITARY131 24.00 1,839.67 JURY DUTYJURY DUTY132 8.00 604.40 BEREAVEMENTBEREAVEMENT141 66.00 4,260.83 Kelly Day UsedREGULAR HOURS150 145.00 9,020.33 COMPTIME AUTO PAYCOMP HOURS155 112.75 8,957.51 MANAGEMENT LEAVEVACATION160 91.00 8,930.04 REGULAR HOURSREGULAR HOURS190 15,379.90 867,052.18 OVERTIME .5OVERTIME HOURS205 24.00 577.78 OVERTIME-STRAIGHTOVERTIME HOURS210 117.00 7,669.10 WATER WATCH STANDBYOVERTIME HOURS215 48.00 3,799.40 STANDBY TREATMENT PLANTMISCELLANEOUS216 15.00 2,277.22 OVERTIME 1.5OVERTIME HOURS220 700.25 71,492.77 OVERTIME-DOUBLEOVERTIME HOURS225 35.00 3,594.56 MISC PAYMISCELLANEOUS400 0.00 54.35 Medical Opt OutMISCELLANEOUS404 0.00 300.00 WORKING OUT OF CLASSMISCELLANEOUS410 0.00 3,794.04 SHIFT DIFFERENTIALSHIFT DIFFERENTIAL411 0.00 1,529.68 RETROACTIVE PAYRETROACTIVE PAY600 0.00 10,906.09 ACCRUED COMP .5COMP HOURS601 10.00 0.00 ACCRUED COMP 1.0COMP HOURS602 42.75 0.00 ACCRUED COMP TIME 1.5COMP HOURS604 176.25 0.00 Commander Standy AccrualCOMP HOURS609 12.00 0.00 BOOT ALLOWANCEMISCELLANEOUS902 0.00 158.47 ACCREDITATION PAYMISCELLANEOUSacc 0.00 205.00 ACCRED/POLICE SUPPORTMISCELLANEOUSacs 0.00 234.62 Ancilary Duty PayREGULAR HOURSanc 0.00 289.21 09/17/2026 Page 1 of 3 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 94/431 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 94/431 Payroll Earnings Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,213 (09/01/2026 to 09/15/2026) Hours AmountHour Type Hour Class Description Ancilary Duty PayREGULAR HOURSanc2 0.00 1,514.42 Ancilary Duty PayREGULAR HOURSanc3 0.00 1,441.52 BOC II CertificationMISCELLANEOUSboc 0.00 125.70 TRAINING CORPORALMISCELLANEOUScpl 0.00 241.76 CERTIFICATION III PAYMISCELLANEOUScrt 0.00 125.70 Detective 4%MISCELLANEOUSdet4 0.00 1,145.74 EDUCATION PAY 2%EDUCATION PAYed1 0.00 746.34 EDUCATION PAY 4%EDUCATION PAYed2 0.00 737.30 EDUCATION PAY 6%EDUCATION PAYed3 0.00 11,812.75 Family Medical Leave Kelly DayKELLY DAYfmlk 12.00 689.88 FAMILY MEDICAL/SICKSICKfmls 82.00 3,061.67 Family Medical Leave VacationVACATIONfmlv 8.00 384.39 HOLIDAYHOLIDAYhol 1,283.50 70,777.66 K-9 AssignmentMISCELLANEOUSk9 0.00 253.84 LANGUAGE PAYMISCELLANEOUSlan 0.00 1,050.00 LONGEVITY PAY 2%LONGEVITYlg1 0.00 1,237.51 LONGEVITY PAY 2.5%LONGEVITYlg11 0.00 829.18 Longevity 9%LONGEVITYlg12 0.00 2,105.42 Longevity 7%LONGEVITYlg13 0.00 1,765.52 Longevity 5%LONGEVITYlg14 0.00 2,106.86 Longevity 1.5%LONGEVITYlg16 0.00 115.14 LONGEVITY 6%LONGEVITY PAYlg3 0.00 571.44 Longevity 1%LONGEVITYlg4 0.00 1,061.89 Longevity 3%LONGEVITYlg5 0.00 3,509.57 Longevity 1.5%LONGEVITYlg7 0.00 793.85 Medical Leave SickSICKmels 27.00 1,334.83 Medical Leave VacationVACATIONmelv 35.00 1,730.33 Paid Family Medical Kelly DayKELLY DAYpfmk 15.75 905.46 Paid Family Medical Unpaid/SupABSENTpfmp 326.75 0.00 Paid FAMILY MEDICAL/SICKSICKpfms 91.75 5,501.83 Paid Family Medical VacationVACATIONpfmv 22.25 1,075.41 PHYSICAL FITNESS PAYMISCELLANEOUSphy 0.00 3,242.31 PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS SERGEANMISCELLANEOUSprof 0.00 262.70 Special Ops SergeantMISCELLANEOUSsop 0.00 253.84 09/17/2026 Page 2 of 3 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 95/431 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 95/431 Payroll Earnings Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,213 (09/01/2026 to 09/15/2026) Hours AmountHour Type Hour Class Description PSET SergeantMISCELLANEOUSstr 0.00 262.70 SWAT/NegotiatorsMISCELLANEOUSswat 0.00 662.28 Traffic Officer - CarMISCELLANEOUStraf 0.00 662.28 Total Net Pay:$852,522.78 $1,263,748.42 21,165.95 09/17/2026 Page 3 of 3 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 96/431 Item 8.3 Packet pg. 96/431 City Council Agenda Item . September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval to Terminate Construction Contract for the Olympic View Drive Pavement Preservation Project (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Engineering PRESENTER:Mike De Lilla/Ryan Hague NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Move to approve the termination of existing construction contract wtih Northwest Asphalt for the OVD Pavement Preservation Project. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$1,863,100 Approved in Budget Fund(s):112 & 126 Budget Reallocation Required No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Council awarded the Olympic View Drive (OVD) Pavement Preservation project to Northwest Asphalt, Inc. (NWA) on May 26, 2026. NWA submitted the second-lowest bid. The apparent low bidder was disqualified due to a lack of compliance with the bid requirements, specifically required content was not included. We were subsequently notified by WSDOT that an error had been made during the bid award process. Our disqualification conformed with State law. However, because this project includes Federal funding, the contract language is also required to comply with the WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines (LAG) Manual and the disqualifying criteria is not allowed per the manual. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The solution as presented by WSDOT is to: Terminate the existing contract with NWA. This will require Council action. Remove the non-compliant language from the bid documents. Advertise the project for bids again. Award a new contract. Also requiring Council action. Because the City has not yet requested reimbursement of Federal funds for the project, this will preserve the approximately $1.4 million FHWA grant. In the meantime, staff are revising the bid documents to comply with Federal requirements, restriping OVD with permanent white and yellow pavement markings, sealing the holes left by the temporary speed tables to prevent water from infiltrating the roadway base, and communicating with the community about the circumstances that led to the delay. Assuming the project is rebid this fall, construction is expected to be postponed until spring, when weather conditions are more suitable for paving. RECOMMENDATION: Move to approve the termination of existing construction contract wtih Northwest Asphalt for the OVD Pavement Preservation Project. BUDGET IMPACTS: Per WSDOT specification section 1-04.5 and 1-08.10(2), this action is classified as a Termination for Public Convenience. This allows the contractor to seek payment from the City for work and costs incurred prior to contract termination. The contract was in the administrative procurement phase, when staff notified the contractor to stop work, which should limit their payment request amount. At this time, since the termination process is in progress, the City has no definitive amount that has been provided by the contractor. The City will negotiate with the Contractor the cost incurred once we receive the request. Since the City managed to get a supplemental $700,000 grant for the project early this year, the project did not need half of the original Fund 126 budget that had been reserved for the project. These remaining Fund 126 dollars will be tapped to address the contractor’s payment request for work prior to termination. A breakdown of the original overall project budget and construction budget is included in Attachment 1. ITEM HISTORY: 5/26/2026 – Council approved construction contract award to Northwest Asphalt for the Olympic View Pavement Preservation Project. 9/15/2026 – This item was presented at the Parks and Public Works Committee and placed on the consent agenda for 9/22/26. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – OVD Overlay Project Budget Item 8.4 Packet pg. 98/431 Item 8.4 Packet pg. 98/431 SCHEDULE A SCHEDULE B TOTAL 1,139,767$ 6,000$ 1,145,767$ 34,190$ 180$ 34,370$ 170,970$ 900$ 171,870$ 113,980$ 600$ 114,580$ 1,458,907$ 7,680$ 1,466,587$ SCHEDULE A SCHEDULE B TOTAL 1,232,380$ -$ 1,232,380$ 226,527$ 7,680$ 234,207$ 1,458,907$ 7,680$ 1,466,587$ Available Costs Remaining 1,384,500$ 1,232,380$ 152,120$ 478,600$ 234,207$ 244,393$ 1,863,100$ 1,466,587$ 396,513$ Construction Management, Inspection, & Testing (3%) Management Reserve (10%) TOTALS CONSTRUCTION COSTS ALLOCATED BY FUND Contract Award ATTACHMENT 1 OVD Overlay Project CONSTRUCTION COSTS Fund 112 - Street (Grant) Fund 126 - REET 2 TOTALS TOTALS Staff Time (15%) FUNDING Fund 112 - Street (Grant) Fund 126 - REET 2 CONSTRUCTION BUDGET FUNDING Item 8.4 Packet pg. 99/431 Item 8.4 Packet pg. 99/431 City Council Agenda Item 8.5 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Approval of claim checks and wire payments. (Only One Reading Required) DEPARTMENT:Finance PRESENTER:Richard Gould NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Approval of claim checks and wire payments. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:$1,722,662.28 ☒ Approved in Budget Fund(s):various ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☐ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Approval of claim checks #283509 - #283607 dated September 10, 2026 for $495,178.52, claim checks #283608 - #283756 dated September 16, 2026 for $1,172,215.83, re-issued check #283757 dated September 16, 2026 for $800.00 and wire payments of $35,000.00 (re-issued) & $19,467.93. 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 and wire payments. BUDGET IMPACTS: $1,722,662.28 ITEM HISTORY: N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Item 8.5 Packet pg. 100/431 Item 8.5 Packet pg. 100/431 ATTACHMENTS: N/A Item 8.5 Packet pg. 101/431 Item 8.5 Packet pg. 101/431 City Council Agenda Item 8.6 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Proposed Interlocal Agreement regarding Lynnwood Neighborhood Center (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Municipal Court PRESENTER:Omar Gamez NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Move to approve the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Edmonds and the City of Lynnwood for limited authority to conduct municipal court sessions within the City of Lynnwood. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):0 ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: Approve the proposed Interlocal Agreement between the cities of Edmonds and Lynnwood. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: The goal is to be able to operate our court for our Community Court Resource Day monthly near to the City of Edmonds, but at a location in the City of Lynnwood that is accessible for our court users. Attached is a revised proposed version of the (ILA). We’re hoping to get this approved by our council and Lynnwood, fully authorizing Edmonds Municipal Court operations outside of the city limits Revised language: The signature of either the Mayor or Judge Weiss would bind the City to the terms of this ILA because the signatory must only be a person authorized by the City Council to execute it (see Section 9.13 “Authorization” citing RCW 39.34.080). It may be administratively more appropriate to have it signed by Judge Weiss. Attached is a copy of the revised ILA with Judge Weiss’ signature substituted for the Mayor’s, if that is the preferred course. RECOMMENDATION: Item 8.6 Packet pg. 102/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 102/431 Move to approve the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Edmonds and the City of Lynnwood for limited authority to conduct municipal court sessions within the City of Lynnwood. BUDGET IMPACTS: N/A ITEM HISTORY: Approved during the September 15, 2026 PSPHSP Committee Meeting to move to the consent agenda. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Revised Proposed Interlocal Agreement Item 8.6 Packet pg. 103/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 103/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 104/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 104/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 105/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 105/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 106/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 106/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 107/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 107/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 108/431 Item 8.6 Packet pg. 108/431 City Council Agenda Item 9.1 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Ordinance Amending Authorized Employee Positions (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:Public Works and Utilities PRESENTER:Andy Rheaume, Public Works & Utilities Director NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:Move to schedule the Ordinance amending Authorized Employee Positions on the consent agenda for approval at the October 6, 2026 City Council meeting. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:N/A ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: City Council has approved personnel changes that require amending ordinance 4436 to reflect changes to positions authorized to be filled. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: During the preparation of the 2024 budget, the City instituted Ordinance 4336 providing the employee positions and pay ranges the Mayor is authorized to hire. This ordinance documents all positions with job descriptions approved by Council, all positions the Mayor is authorized to fill, the maximum hiring levels, and is organized by positions that are 66.6%-100% General Fund, 33.3% – 66.6% General Fund, and 0% – 33.3% General Fund. Amendments to the ordinance will document Council’s approval of the addition or reduction to positions. Most recently, City Council adopted Ordinance 4436 to reflect the authorized employee positions and pay ranges that were were to be effective 06/03/2026. The following changes are proposed for Council approval: • Decrease the FTE count for the Asset/Project Management Specialist by 1.00 to 0.00; • Decrease the FTE count for the WWTP Water Quality Analyst 1.00 to 0.00; • Add the WWTP Senior Laboratory Technician 1.00 FTE; • Increase the FTE count for WWTP Operator by 1.00 to 10.00 RECOMMENDATION: Move to schedule the Ordinance amending Authorized Employee Positions on the consent agenda for approval at the October 6, 2026 City Council meeting. BUDGET IMPACTS: Item 9.1 Packet pg. 109/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 109/431 The proposed changes do not result in an increase to salary & benefits nor headcount. ITEM HISTORY: This is the first reading of the proposed Ordinance amending Authorized Employee Positions and Pay Range. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A ATTACHMENTS: 2026-9-22 Ordinance 4____ 2026-9-22 Authorized Positions 2026-9-22 Authorized Regular Positions Item 9.1 Packet pg. 110/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 110/431 1 ORDINANCE NO. 4____ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE CITY'S AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE POSITIONS AND PAY RANGES AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 4436 WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35A. l 1.020, "[t]he legislative body of each code city shall have power ... to define the functions, powers, and duties of its officers and employees; ..., to fix the compensation and working conditions of such officers and employees ..."; and WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35A.12.090, "[t]he mayor shall have the power of appointment and removal of all appointive officers and employees;" and WHEREAS, with respect to the employee positions that the mayor is authorized to hire, this ordinance, as it may be amended from time-to-time, is intended to be the controlling document; and WHEREAS, previous versions of this ordinance were adopted with Ordinances 4336, 4344, 4359, 4362, 4381, 4386, 4387, 4388, 4390, 4391, 4403, 4409, 4431 and 4436; and WHEREAS, a position that is listed in the exhibits to this ordinance while having an associated FTE count of 0.0 indicates that the position description has been approved by the city council but that the city council has not appropriated funds for the position or authorized it to be filled; and WHEREAS, the city council intends to use this ordinance to establish the number and types of employee positions, wage and salary rates and ranges for all the city's employees; and WHEREAS, with this amendment, the city council intends to make the following changes to the Full and Part-time Regular Employees list (Attachment A), 1) decrease the FTE count for the Asset/Project Management Specialist in the Public Works Department by 1.00 to 0.00; 2) decrease the FTE count for the WWTP Water Quality Analyst in the Public Works Department by 1.00, from 1.00 to 0.00; 3) add the WWTP Senior Laboratory Technician 1.0 FTE in the Public Works Department; 4) increase the FTE count for the Item 9.1 Packet pg. 111/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 111/431 2 WWTP Operator by 1.00, from 9.00 to 10.00; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The number and titles of authorized Full-Time Equivalent employees (FTEs), including full-time and part-time regular employees, shall be established at 251.30 FTEs, as detailed in Attachment A, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as if set forth in full. The mayor is authorized to hire only those authorized positions shown on Attachment A and only pursuant to the salary ranges shown therein. Section 2. The number and titles of authorized Full-Time Equivalent employees (FTEs), including full-time and part-time irregular employees, shall be established at 1.68 FTEs, as detailed in Attachment B, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as if set forth in full. It is the intention that irregular positions are not benefit eligible and/or union positions. At no time should the schedule of irregular positions into which employees are hired be such that it would cause the position to become benefit eligible or covered by a union, unless otherwise called out in a collective bargaining agreement. The mayor is authorized to hire only those authorized positions shown on Attachment B and only pursuant to the salary ranges shown therein. Section 3. This ordinance shall apply and continue in effect until amended by subsequent ordinance of the city council. Ordinances 4436 is hereby repealed. Section 4. This ordinance, as it may be amended from time-to-time, shall be included as an exhibit to every proposed and final budget book, PROVIDED THAT the city council need not take annual action to re-adopt this ordinance unless it deems it necessary to change the number and/or titles of authorized FTEs. Section 5. This ordinance shall control in the event of any conflict between this ordinance and the final budget book or any other action of the city council purporting to authorize the hiring of employees. Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to abrogate an existing obligation of the City of Edmonds with regard to its various collective bargaining agreements. Section 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, clause, sentence, or phrase Item 9.1 Packet pg. 112/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 112/431 3 of this ordinance should be held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. Section 7. 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, LUKE LONIE APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: ____________________________ JEFF TARADAY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: , 2026 PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: , 2026 PUBLISHED: , 2026 EFFECTIVE DATE: , 2026 ORDINANCE NO.: 4___ Item 9.1 Packet pg. 113/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 113/431 4 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 4____ of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the day of , 2026, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, Washington 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, AMENDING THE CITY'S AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE POSITIONS AND PAY RANGES AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 4431 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. 114/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 114/431 Funded 66.6%-100% General Fund (001) funded Item 9.1 Packet pg. 115/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 115/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 116/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 116/431 33.3%-66.6% General Fund (001) funded 0%-33.3% General Fund (001) funded Item 9.1 Packet pg. 117/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 117/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 118/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 118/431 Position FTE Approved Council President 1.00 Council Members 6.00 Legislative/Executive Assistant 1.00 Mayor 1.00 City Administrator 1.00 Communications Strategist/Public Information Officer 1.00 Executive Assistant to the Mayor 1.00 City Clerk 1.00 Deputy City Clerk 1.00 Public Records Officer 1.00 Public Records Assistant - Administrative Assistant - Senior Office Specialist 1.00 Human Resources Director 1.00 Senior Human Resources Analyst 1.00 Human Resources Analyst 1.00 Human Resources Assistant - Human Resources Manager 1.00 Judge 1.00 Court Administrator 1.00 Assistant Court Administrator 1.00 Lead Court Clerk 1.00 Court Clerk 6.67 Probation Officer 1.00 Accounting Specialist 2.00 Police Chief 1.00 Police Assistant Chief 1.00 Executive Assistant Confidential II 1.00 Executive Assistant Confidential I 1.00 Human Services Program Manager 1.00 Safety & Disaster Coordinator - Police Commanders 2.00 Sergeant 8.00 Corporal 6.00 Police Officer 29.00 Police Crime Analyst - Animal Control/Ordinance Enforcement Officer 1.00 Parking Enforcement Officer - Police Services Assistant 4.00 Property Officer/Evidence Technician 1.00 Domestic Violence Coordinator 1.00 Administrative Assistant 0.75 Police Public Disclosure Specialist 1.00 Community Engagement/Crime Prevention Coordinator 1.00 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 119/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 119/431 Social Worker (LTE)1.00 Community Services & Economic Development Director - Administrative Assistant - Diversity Commission Coordinator - Community Services Program Coordinator 1.00 Arts & Cultural Services Program Manager - Planning & Development Director 1.00 Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 Administrative Assistant 2.00 Building Official 1.00 Plans Examiner 2.00 Permitting Program Manager 1.00 Combination Building Inspector 1.00 Permit Coordinator 2.00 Building Inspector 1.00 Planning Manager 1.00 Senior Planner 2.00 Associate Planner 2.00 Planner - Urban Forest Planner 1.00 Associate Transportation Planner 1.00 Parks, Recreation, and Human Services Director 1.00 Executive Assistant 1.00 Parks Maintenace Manager 1.00 Parks Maintenace Lead Worker 2.00 Parks Maintenance Worker 8.00 Seasonal Parks Maintenance Laborer - Field Arborist 1.00 Parks Maintenance Mechanic 1.00 Deputy Parks & Recreation Services Director 1.00 Recreation Supervisor 1.00 Recreation Coordinator 2.00 Environmental Education & Sustainability Coordinator 0.50 Senior Office Specialist 1.00 Program Assistant - Recreation Leader - Interpretive Specialist - Youth Commission Coordinator - Front Desk Receptionist 0.50 Facilities Manager 1.00 Lead Custodian 1.00 Custodian 5.00 City Electrician 1.00 Lead Building Maintenance Operator 0.06 Building Maintenance Operator 3.00 Total FTE count for positions that are 66.6%-100% General Fund (001) funded 146.48 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 120/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 120/431 Accountant 3.00 Finance Director 1.00 Deputy Administrative Services Director - 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Full Time and Part Time Irregular Employees Department Title Pay Grade # of FTE's approved Change Revised Approved Parks Facility Attendant H-06 0.40 -0.40 Parks Front Desk Receptionist H-08 0.24 -0.24 Parks Day Camp Assistant H-07 0.75 -0.75 Parks Ranger Naturalist H-09 --- Planning and Development Front Desk Receptionist H-08 --- Engineering Engineering Intern H-09 --- Public Works Seasonal Street Department Laborer H-08 --- General/Non-Specified Temporary Officer Worker H-07 --- General/Non-Specified Intern H-09 --- General/Non-Specified Temporary Project Specialist H-16 --- Information Services Audio Visual Assistant H-13 --- Municipal Court Pro Tem Judge H-21 0.29 -0.29 1.68 -1.68 2026 "Irregular" FTEs_26-0303 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 135/431 Item 9.1 Packet pg. 135/431 City Council Agenda Item .2 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Code Update for Conversion or Addition of Dwelling Units in Existing Buildings (HB 1757) (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development Services PRESENTER:Duane Wakan NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Review the draft code and provide feedback. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 Approved in Budget Fund(s):0 Budget Reallocation Required No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: RCW 35A.21.440 (HB 1757) requires that code cities adopt or amend by ordinance and incorporate into their development regulations the allowance for the conversion of commercial buildings into residential uses in commercial, mixed-use, or residential zones no later than June 30, 2026. Cities may not prohibit the addition of housing units in any specific part of a building except ground floor commercial or retail that is along a Major Pedestrian Corridor (MPC). HB 1757 authority supersedes existing ground floor commercial requirements in all zones unless an MPC is identified in Edmonds City Development Code. As a response, a new chapter, 17.135 Conversion or Addition of Dwelling Units in Existing Buildings, along with minor edits to other chapters, requires future adoption to be compliant with HB 1757. Staff amended code language in the following chapters to emphasize and strengthen ground floor commercial uses and identify the definition of a major pedestrian corridor in association with its intended overlay: 16.43 BD-Downtown Business o Added major pedestrian corridor references 16.55 CW-Commercial Waterfront o Strengthened language for ground floor commercial uses o Referenced chapter 17.135 Conversion or Addition of Dwelling Units in Existing Buildings 16.120 Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Mixed-Use o Added major pedestrian corridor references •17.40 Nonconforming Uses, Buildings, Signs and Lots o Referenced RCW 35A.21.440 (HB 1757) allowing nonconformity with residential conversions •21.60 “M” Terms o Added reference to a Major Pedestrian Corridor o Added reference to ECDC 17.135.020 •17.135 Conversion or Addition of Dwelling Units in Existing Buildings o New chapter CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Planning staff worked with the Public Works Department to create a definition of a Major Pedestrian Corridor (MPC) and to identify where the MPC overlay compliments and supports the land use and transportation objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. The goal was to preserve ground floor commercial and retail activity in the Downtown Business (BD), Commercial Waterfront CW, and the Neighborhood Centers and Hub (NCH) zones in alignment with the existing ground-floor commercial requirements in those zones. Arterials were also included. The Planning Board provided a recommendation on the definition and application of the MPC at their meeting on July 8, 2026. Their recommendation is reflected in the draft code included as Attachments 2 & 3 and related MPC map in Attachment 4. A public hearing on this topic is anticipated for October 6, 2026. RECOMMENDATION: Review the draft code and provide feedback. BUDGET IMPACTS: NoneClick or tap here to enter text. ITEM HISTORY: HB 1757 also required updates to the building and energy codes, which were adopted separately by Council on June 23, 2026, through Ordinance 4440. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: HB 1757 Attachment 2: Draft Code - Clean Version Attachment 3: Draft Code - Redline Strikeout Version Attachment 4: Major Pedestrian Corridor Map Item 9.2 Packet pg. 137/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 137/431 CERTIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT HOUSE BILL 1757 69th Legislature 2025 Regular Session Passed by the House April 18, 2025 Yeas 94 Nays 1 Speaker of the House of Representatives Passed by the Senate April 2, 2025 Yeas 48 Nays 1 President of the Senate CERTIFICATE I, Bernard Dean, Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives of the State of Washington, do hereby certify that the attached is HOUSE BILL 1757 as passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on the dates hereon set forth. Chief Clerk Approved FILED Governor of the State of Washington Secretary of State State of Washington Item 9.2 Packet pg. 138/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 138/431 AN ACT Relating to modifying regulations for existing buildings 1 used for residential purposes; and amending RCW 35A.21.440 and 2 35.21.9903 . BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:4 Sec. 1. RCW 35A.21.440 and 2023 c 285 s 1 are each amended to 5 6 read as follows: (1)(a) Code cities must adopt or amend by ordinance, and 7 incorporate into their development regulations, zoning regulations, 8 and other official controls the requirements of subsection (2) of 9 this section for buildings ((that are zoned for commercial or mixed 10 use no later than six months after its next periodic comprehensive 11 plan update required under RCW 36.70A.130)) in commercial, mixed-use, 12 or residential zones no later than June 30, 202613 . (b) The requirements of subsection (2) of this section apply and 14 take effect in any code city that has not adopted or amended 15 ordinances, regulations, or other official controls as required under 16 this section by the timeline in (a) of this subsection and supersede, 17 preempt, and invalidate any conflicting local development 18 19 regulations. HOUSE BILL 1757 AS AMENDED BY THE SENATE Passed Legislature - 2025 Regular Session State of Washington 69th Legislature 2025 Regular Session By Representatives Walen, Fitzgibbon, Parshley, Paul, Ramel, and Reed Read first time 01/31/25. Referred to Committee on Housing. p. 1 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 139/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 139/431 (2) Through ordinances, development regulations, zoning 1 regulations, or other official controls as required under subsection 2 (1)3 of this section, code cities may not: (a) Impose a restriction on housing unit density that prevents 4 the addition of housing units at a density up to 50 percent more than 5 what is allowed in the underlying zone if constructed entirely within 6 an existing building envelope in a building located within a zone 7 that permits multifamily housing, provided that generally applicable 8 health and safety standards, including but not limited to building 9 code standards and fire and life safety standards, can be met within 10 11 the building; (b) Impose parking requirements on the addition of dwelling units 12 or living units added within an existing building, however, cities 13 may require the retention of existing parking that is required to 14 satisfy existing residential parking requirements under local laws 15 and for nonresidential uses that remain after the new units are 16 17 added; (c) With the exception of emergency housing and transitional 18 housing uses, impose permitting requirements on the use of an 19 existing building for residential purposes beyond those requirements 20 generally applicable to all residential development within the 21 building's zone, including requiring a change of use permit;22 (d) Impose design standard requirements, including setbacks, lot 23 coverage, and floor area ratio requirements, on the use of an 24 existing building for residential purposes beyond those requirements 25 generally applicable to all residential development within the 26 27 building's zone; (e) Impose exterior design or architectural requirements on the 28 residential use of an existing building beyond those necessary for 29 health and safety of the use of the interior of the building or to 30 preserve character-defining streetscapes, unless the building is a 31 designated landmark or is within a historic district established 32 33 through a local preservation ordinance; (f) Prohibit the addition of housing units in any specific part 34 of a building except ground floor commercial or retail that is along 35 a major pedestrian corridor as defined by the code city, unless the 36 addition of the units would violate applicable building codes or 37 38 health and safety standards; (g) Require unchanged portions of an existing building that have 39 been used for residential or previously permit-approved conditioned 40 p. 2 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 140/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 140/431 space purposes to meet the current energy code solely because of the 1 addition of new dwelling units within the building((, however, if any 2 portion of an)). When any other existing building is converted to new 3 dwelling units, changed portions of each of those new units must meet 4 the requirements of the current energy code((;)), except if:5 (i) The square footage of new dwelling units does not exceed 6 2,500 square feet or 50 percent of the total building square footage, 7 whichever is greater;8 (ii) The building owner submits documentation, in a form 9 acceptable to the code city, showing the building's residential 10 units' projected energy use intensity is less than or equal to the 11 energy use intensity target in accordance with the clean buildings 12 performance standard in RCW 19.27A.210; or13 (iii) In all areas zoned for residential housing, an additional 14 housing unit is created within an existing home;15 (h) Deny a building permit application for the addition of 16 housing units within an existing building due to nonconformity 17 regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney 18 transport, or modulation, unless the code city official with 19 decision-making authority makes written findings that the 20 nonconformity is causing a significant detriment to the surrounding 21 area; or22 (i) Require a transportation concurrency study under RCW 23 36.70A.070 or an environmental study under chapter 43.21C RCW based 24 on the addition of residential units within an existing building.25 (3) Nothing in this section requires a code city to approve a 26 building permit application for the addition of housing units 27 constructed entirely within an existing building envelope in a 28 building located within a zone that permits multifamily housing in 29 cases in which the building cannot satisfy life safety standards.30 (4) For the purpose of this section, "existing building" means a 31 building that received a certificate of occupancy at least three 32 years prior to the permit application to add housing units.33 Sec. 2. RCW 35.21.990 and 2023 c 285 s 2 are each amended to 34 read as follows:35 (1)(a) Cities must adopt or amend by ordinance, and incorporate 36 into their development regulations, zoning regulations, and other 37 official controls the requirements of subsection (2) of this section 38 for buildings ((that are zoned for commercial or mixed use no later 39 p. 3 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 141/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 141/431 than six months after its next periodic comprehensive plan update 1 required under RCW 36.70A.130)) in commercial, mixed-use, or 2 residential zones no later than June 30, 20263 . (b) The requirements of subsection (2) of this section apply and 4 take effect in any city that has not adopted or amended ordinances, 5 regulations, or other official controls as required under this 6 section by the timeline in (a) of this subsection and supersede, 7 preempt, and invalidate any conflicting local development 8 9 regulations. (2) Through ordinances, development regulations, zoning 10 regulations, or other official controls as required under subsection 11 (1)12 of this section, cities may not: (a) Impose a restriction on housing unit density that prevents 13 the addition of housing units at a density up to 50 percent more than 14 what is allowed in the underlying zone if constructed entirely within 15 an existing building envelope in a building located within a zone 16 that permits multifamily housing, provided that generally applicable 17 health and safety standards, including but not limited to building 18 code standards and fire and life safety standards, can be met within 19 20 the building; (b) Impose parking requirements on the addition of dwelling units 21 or living units added within an existing building, however, cities 22 may require the retention of existing parking that is required to 23 satisfy existing residential parking requirements under local laws 24 and for nonresidential uses that remain after the new units are 25 26 added; (c) With the exception of emergency housing and transitional 27 housing uses, impose permitting requirements on the use of an 28 existing building for residential purposes beyond those requirements 29 generally applicable to all residential development within the 30 building's zone, including requiring a change of use permit;31 (d) Impose design standard requirements, including setbacks, lot 32 coverage, and floor area ratio requirements, on the use of an 33 existing building for residential purposes beyond those requirements 34 generally applicable to all residential development within the 35 36 building's zone; (e) Impose exterior design or architectural requirements on the 37 residential use of an existing building beyond those necessary for 38 health and safety of the use of the interior of the building or to 39 preserve character-defining streetscapes, unless the building is a 40 p. 4 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 142/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 142/431 designated landmark or is within a historic district established 1 through a local preservation ordinance;2 (f) Prohibit the addition of housing units in any specific part 3 of a building except ground floor commercial or retail that is along 4 a major pedestrian corridor as defined by each city, unless the 5 addition of the units would violate applicable building codes or 6 health and safety standards;7 (g) Require unchanged portions of an existing building that have 8 been used for residential or previously permit-approved conditioned 9 space purposes to meet the current energy code solely because of the 10 addition of new dwelling units within the building((, however, if any 11 portion of an)). When any other existing building is converted to new 12 dwelling units, changed portions of each of those new units must meet 13 the requirements of the current energy code((;)), except if:14 (i) The square footage of new dwelling units does not exceed 15 2,500 square feet or 50 percent of the total building square footage, 16 whichever is greater;17 (ii) The building owner submits documentation, in a form 18 acceptable to the city, showing the building's residential units' 19 projected energy use intensity is less than or equal to the energy 20 use intensity target in accordance with the clean buildings 21 performance standard in RCW 19.27A.210; or22 (iii) In all areas zoned for residential housing, an additional 23 housing unit is created within an existing home;24 (h) Deny a building permit application for the addition of 25 housing units within an existing building due to nonconformity 26 regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney 27 transport, or modulation, unless the city official with decision-28 making authority makes written findings that the nonconformity is 29 causing a significant detriment to the surrounding area; or30 (i) Require a transportation concurrency study under RCW 31 36.70A.070 or an environmental study under chapter 43.21C RCW based 32 on the addition of residential units within an existing building.33 (3) Nothing in this section requires a city to approve a building 34 permit application for the addition of housing units constructed 35 entirely within an existing building envelope in a building located 36 within a zone that permits multifamily housing in cases in which the 37 building cannot satisfy life safety standards.38 p. 5 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 143/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 143/431 (4) For the purpose of this section, "existing building" means a 1 building that received a certificate of occupancy at least three 2 years prior to the permit application to add housing units.3 --- END --- p. 6 HB 1757.PL Item 9.2 Packet pg. 144/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 144/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 1 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Chapter 16.43 BD – DOWNTOWN BUSINESS Sections: 16.43.000 Purposes. 16.43.010 Subdistricts. 16.43.020 Uses. 16.43.030 Site development standards. 16.43.035 Design standards – BD zones. 16.43.040 Operating restrictions. 16.43.000 Purposes. The BD zone has the following specific purposes in addition to the general purposes for business and commercial zones listed in Chapter 16.40 ECDC: A.Promote downtown Edmonds as a setting for retail, office, entertainment and associated businesses supported by nearby residents and the larger Edmonds community, and as a destination for visitors from throughout the region. B.Define the downtown commercial and retail core streets as a major pedestrian corridor having the strongest pedestrian links and pedestrian-oriented design elements, while protecting downtown’s identity. C.Identify supporting arts and mixed-use residential and office areas which support and complement downtown retail use areas. Provide for a strong central retail core at downtown’s focal center while providing for a mixture of supporting commercial and residential uses in the area surrounding this retail core area. D.Focus development between the commercial and retail core and the Edmonds Center for the Arts on small-scale retail, service, and multifamily residential uses. [Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. 1 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 145/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 145/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 2 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 16.43.010 Subdistricts. The “downtown business” zone is subdivided into five distinct subdistricts, each intended to implement specific aspects of the comprehensive plan having the strongest pedestrian links and pedestrian-oriented designs along the major pedestrian corridor that pertain to the Downtown Waterfront Activity Center. Each subdistrict contains its own unique mix of uses and zoning regulations, as described in this chapter. The five subdistricts are: BD1 – Downtown Retail Core; BD2 – Downtown Mixed Commercial; BD3 – Downtown Convenience Commercial; BD4 – Downtown Mixed Residential; BD5 – Downtown Arts Corridor. [Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. 16.43.020 Uses. A. Table 16.43-1. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Commercial Uses Retail stores or sales A A A A A A Offices A X A A A A Legal/law firms A X A A A A Financial A X A A A A 2 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 146/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 146/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 3 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Advising A X A A A A Mortgage A X A A A A Banks (without tellers) A X A A A A Accounting A X A A A A Counseling A X A A A A Architecture A X A A A A Engineering A X A A A A Advertising A X A A A A Insurance A X A A A A Fitness related business (yoga/pilates/gym/fitness club) A X A A A A Service uses A A(2) A A A A Retail sales requiring intensive outdoor display or storage areas, such as trailer sales, used car lots (except as part of a new car sales and service dealer), and heavy equipment storage, sales or services X X X X X X Enclosed fabrication or assembly areas associated with and on the same property as an art studio, art gallery, restaurant, A A A A A A 3 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 147/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 147/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 4 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 microbreweries/distilleries or food service establishment that also provides an on-site retail outlet open to the public Automobile sales and service X X A A X X Dry cleaning and laundry plants which use only nonflammable and nonexplosive cleaning agents C X A A A X Printing, publishing and binding establishments C X A A A C Public markets licensed pursuant to provisions in Chapter 4.90 ECC1 A A A A A A Outdoor dining meeting the criteria of Chapter 17.75 ECDC B B B B B B Residential Single-family dwelling A X A A A A Multiple dwelling unit(s), including co-living housing – see ECDC 16.43.030(B) for further location standards A X A A A A Other Uses Bus stop shelters A A A A A A Churches, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.020 A A A A A A 4 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 148/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 148/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 5 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Primary and high schools, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.050(G) through (R) A X A A A A Local public facilities, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.050 C C C C A C Neighborhood parks, natural open spaces, and community parks with an adopted master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070 A A A A A A Off-street parking and loading areas to serve a permitted use B X B B B B Commuter parking lots in conjunction with a facility otherwise permitted in this zone B X B B B X Commercial parking lots C X C C C X Wholesale uses X X X C X X Hotels and motels A A A A A A Amusement establishments C C C C C C Auction businesses, excluding vehicle or livestock auctions C X C C C C Drive-in/through businesses (businesses with drive through facilities) X X C A C X Laboratories X X C C C X 5 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 149/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 149/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 6 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Fabrication of light industrial products not otherwise listed as a permitted use X X X C X X Day care centers C X C C A C Hospitals, health clinics, convalescent homes, rest homes, sanitariums X X C C A X Medical uses, e.g.: A X A A A A Physicians A X A A A A Dental A X A A A A Optometrist (without retail) A X A A A A Physical therapy (without retail) A X A A A A Counseling A X A A A A Other similar medical services A X A A A A Museums and art galleries of primarily local concern that do not meet the criteria for regional public facilities as defined in ECDC 21.85.033 A A A A A A Zoos and aquariums of primarily local concern that do not meet the criteria for regional public facilities as defined in ECDC 21.85.033 C X C C C A Counseling centers and residential treatment facilities for current alcoholics and drug abusers X X C C A X 6 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 150/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 150/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 7 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Regional parks and community parks without a master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070 C C C C C C Outdoor storage, incidental to a permitted use D X D D D D Aircraft landings as regulated by Chapter 4.80 ECC X X D D D D A = Permitted primary use B = Permitted secondary use C = Primary uses requiring a conditional use permit D = Secondary uses requiring a conditional use permit X = Not permitted NOTES: 1 BD1 Zone GFSF = Ground Floor Designated Street Frontage is considered a major pedestrian corridor and is defined under Map 16.43-1: Designated Street Front for BD Zones. Buildings set back 15 feet or more from the sidewalk shall not be subject to the BD1 Zone GFSF requirements. 2 Services – by appointment uses not providing open door retail/dining/entertainment functions as a primary component of the business are not allowed within BD1 GFSF (first 45 feet). Open door businesses, e.g., real estate offices, banks (with tellers and no drive-throughs), nail and hair salons are allowed. For conditional uses listed in Table 16.43-1, the use may be permitted if the proposal meets the criteria for conditional uses found in Chapter 20.05 ECDC, and all of the following criteria are met: 1. Access and Parking. Pedestrian access shall be provided from the sidewalk. Vehicular access shall only be provided consistent with ECDC 18.80.060. When a curb cut is 7 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 151/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 151/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 8 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. necessary, it shall be landscaped to be compatible with the pedestrian streetscape and shall be located and designed to be as unobtrusive as possible. 2. Design and Landscaping. The project shall be designed so that it is oriented to the street and contributes to the pedestrian streetscape environment. Fences more than four feet in height along street lot lines shall only be permitted if they are at least 50 percent open, such as a lattice pattern. Blank walls shall be discouraged, and when unavoidable due to the nature of the use shall be decorated by a combination of at least two of the following: a. Architectural features or details; b. Artwork; c. Landscaping. B. Exception to the BD1 GSFS. The owner of a building in the BD1 zone may apply for an exception from the restrictions on offices and medical uses within the designated street front for leasable space meeting all of the following criteria: 1. The space is less than 500 square feet; 2. The space does not contain direct access to the street or sidewalk; 3. The previous use was a nonconforming use (e.g., not retail); and 4. The space has been vacant for a period of more than six months. [Ord. 4414 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4333 § 8 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4314 § 43 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4282 § 3 (Exh. B), 2022; Ord. 3955 § 1 (Att. A), 2014; Ord. 3932 § 6, 2013; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. 16.43.030 Site development standards. A. Table 16.43-2. 8 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 152/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 152/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 9 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Sub District Minimum Street Setback Minimum Side Setback1 Minimum Rear Setback1 Maximum Height2 Minimum Height of Ground Floor within the Designated Street Front4 BD15 0 0 0 30' 15' BD25 0 0 0 30' 12' BD35 0 0 0 30' 12' BD43,5 0 0 0 30' 12' BD55 0 0 0 25' 12' 1 The setback for buildings and structures located at or above grade (exempting buildings and structures entirely below the surface of the ground) shall be 15 feet from the lot line adjacent to residentially (R) zoned property. 2 Specific provisions regarding building heights are contained in ECDC 16.43.030(C). 3 Within the BD4 zone, site development standards listed in Table 16.43-2 apply when a building contains a ground floor consisting of commercial space adjacent to a major pedestrian corridor. The required commercial space must extend at least 45 feet measured from the street front of the building. If a proposed building does not meet this ground floor commercial space requirement (e.g., an entirely residential building is proposed), then the building setbacks listed for the RM-1.5 zone shall apply. See ECDC 16.43.030(B)(8) for further details. 4 “Minimum height of ground floor within the designated street-front” means the vertical distance from top to top of the successive finished floor surfaces for that portion of the ground floor located within the designated street front (see ECDC 16.43.030(B)); and, if the ground floor is the only floor above street grade, from the top of the floor finish to the top of the ceiling joists or, where there is not a ceiling, to the top of the roof rafters. “Floor finish” is the exposed floor surface, including coverings applied over a finished floor, and includes, but is not limited to, wood, vinyl flooring, wall-to-wall carpet, and concrete, as illustrated in Figure 16.43-1. Figure 16.43-1 shows an example of a ground floor height of 15 feet; note that the “finished” ceiling height is only approximately 11 feet in this example. 9 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 153/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 153/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 10 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 5 Site development standards for low-density residential building types are the same as those specified for the LDR-M zone. Map 16.43-1: Designated Street Front for BD Zones Figure 16.43-1: Ground Floor Height Measurement 10 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 154/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 154/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 11 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. B. Ground Floor. This section describes requirements for development of the ground floor of buildings in the BD zones. 1. For all BD zones, the ground floor is considered to be that floor of a building which is closest in elevation to the finished grade along the width of the side of the structure that is principally oriented to the designated street front of the building (this is normally the adjacent sidewalk). For the purposes of this section, the ground “floor” is considered to be the sum of the floor planes which, in combination, run the full extent of the building and are closest in elevation to one another. For the purposes of this chapter, the definition of “ground floor” contained in ECDC 21.35.017 does not apply. 2. Designated Street Front. Map 16.43-1 shows the streets that define the designated street front for all properties lying within the BD zones. The designated street front is defined as the 45 feet measured perpendicular to the street front of the building lot fronting on each of the mapped streets. 11 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 155/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 155/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 12 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 3. Minimum Height of the Ground Floor Within the Designated Street Front. The minimum height of the ground floor specified in Table 16.43-2 only applies to the height of the ground floor located within the designated street front established in subsection (B)(2) of this section. 4. Access to Commercial Uses Within the Designated Street Front. When a commercial use is located on the ground floor within a designated street front as defined in subsection (B)(2) of this section, the elevation of the ground floor and associated entry shall be within seven inches of the grade level of the adjoining sidewalk. “Grade” shall be as measured at the entry location. Portions of the ground floor outside the designated street front of the building need not comply with the access requirements specified in this section. 5. When the designated street front of a building is on a slope which does not allow both the elevation of the entry and ground floor within the designated street front to be entirely within seven inches of the grade level of the sidewalk, as specified in subsection (B)(4) of this section, the portion of the ground floor of the building located within the designated street front must be designed so that either: a. The entry is located within seven inches of the grade of the adjacent sidewalk, and the commercial portion of the ground floor located within the designated street front is within seven inches of the grade level of the entry; or b. The building is broken up into multiple frontages, so that each entry/ground floor combination is within seven inches of the grade of the sidewalk. c. For corner lots, a primary entry shall be established for the purposes of determining where the ground floor entry rules detailed in this section shall apply. The first choice for the primary entry shall be either 5th Avenue or Main Street. In the case of the BD5 zone, the primary entry shall always be on 4th Avenue. 6. Within the BD1 zone, development on the ground floor shall consist of only commercial uses, except that parking may be located on the ground floor so long as it is not located within the designated street front. 7. Within the BD2 and BD3 zones, development on the ground floor shall consist of only commercial uses within the designated street front. Any permitted use may be located on the ground floor outside of the designated street front. 12 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 156/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 156/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 13 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 8. Within the BD4 zone, there are two options for developing the ground floor of a building. One option is to develop the ground floor with commercial space, meeting the same requirements detailed for the BD2 and BD3 zones in subsection (B)(7) of this section. As a second option, if more residential space is provided so that the ground floor does not meet the commercial use requirements described in subsection (B)(7) of this section, then the building setbacks listed for the RM-1.5 zone shall apply. In the case where RM-1.5 setbacks are required, the required street setback shall be landscaped and no fence or wall in the setback shall be over four feet in height above sidewalk grade unless it is at least 50 percent open, such as in a lattice pattern. 9. Within the BD5 zone, one option is to develop the ground floor with commercial space, meeting the same requirements detailed for the BD2 zone in subsection (B)(7) of this section. When development of the ground floor does not conform to these requirements, then development within the BD5 zone shall meet the following requirements: a. The building shall be oriented to 4th Avenue. “Orientation to 4th Avenue” shall mean that: i. At least one building entry shall face 4th Avenue. ii. If the building is located adjacent to the public right-of-way, architectural details and/or applied art shall be incorporated into the building design to add interest at the pedestrian (i.e., ground floor) level. iii. If the building is set back from the street, landscaping and/or artwork shall be located between the building and the street front. b. Live/work uses are encouraged within the BD5 zone, and potential live/work space is required for new residential buildings if no other commercial use is provided on site. i. If multiple residential uses are located on the ground floor, the building shall incorporate live/work space into the ground floor design in such a way as to enable building occupants to use portion(s) of their space for a commercial or art/fabrication use. “Live/work space” means a structure or portion of a structure that combines a commercial or manufacturing activity that is allowed in the zone with a residential living space for the owner of the commercial or manufacturing business, or the owner’s employee, and that person’s household. The live/work 13 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 157/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 157/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 14 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. space shall be designed so that a commercial or fabrication or home occupation use can be established within the space. Figure 16.43-2: BD5 Development Building at right (foreground) shows landscaping located between building and street. Building at left (background) shows commercial space integrated with residential uses, and the entry oriented to the street. 10. Exceptions and Clarifications. The regulations for the ground floor contained in subsections (B)(1) through (B)(9) of this section apply with the following exceptions or clarifications: a. That in all areas the provision of pedestrian access to permitted residential uses is allowed as a permitted secondary use. b. The restrictions on the location of residential uses shall not apply when a low- density residential use is the only permitted primary use located on the property. c. Existing buildings may be added onto or remodeled without adjusting the existing height of the ground floor to meet the specified minimum height, so long as the addition or remodel does not increase the building footprint or its frontage along a street by more than 25 percent. Permitted uses may occupy an existing space regardless of whether that space meets the ground floor requirements for height. 14 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 158/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 158/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 15 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. d. Parking is not considered to be a commercial use for the purposes of satisfying the ground floor commercial use requirement within the designated street front (e.g., when the first 45 feet of a building are within a designated street front in the BD1 zone, parking shall not be located within that 45 feet). e. For properties within the BD2 or BD3 zone which have less than 90 feet of depth measured from the street front, parking may be located in the rearmost 45 feet of the property, even if a portion of the parking extends into the first 45 feet of the building. In no case shall the depth of commercial space as measured from the street front of the building be less than 30 feet. f. Within the BD2, BD3 and BD4 zones, if the first 45 feet of the building as measured perpendicular to the street consist only of commercial uses and permitted secondary uses, then permitted multiple-family residential unit(s) may be located behind the commercial uses. g. Recodified as ECDC 16.43.035(F)(2)(d). h. Within the BD1 zone, each commercial space located on the ground floor within the designated street front shall be directly accessible by an entry from the sidewalk. C. Building Height Regulations. 1. The basic height limit for each BD zone is described in Table 16.43-2 (see definition of “height” detailed in ECDC 21.40.030). 2. Within the BD5 zone, the maximum height may be increased to 30 feet if the building meets one of the following conditions. In addition, if the building is located within 15 feet of the public right-of-way, architectural details and/or applied art shall be incorporated into the building design, and the ground floor shall be distinguished from the upper portions of the building through the use of differences in materials, windows, and/or architectural forms. a. All portions of the building above 25 feet consist of a pitched roof such that the pitch of all portions of the roof is at least six-by-12 and the roof includes architectural features, such as dormers or gables of a steeper pitch, that break up the roof line into distinct segments. 15 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 159/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 159/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 16 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. b. If the building does not make use of a pitched roof system as described in subsection (C)(2)(a) of this section, a building step-back shall be provided within 15 feet of any street front. Within the 15-foot step-back, the maximum building height is the lesser of 25 feet above grade at the property line (normally the back of the sidewalk) or 30 feet above the “average level” as defined in ECDC 21.40.030. For corner lots, a 15- foot step-back is required along both street fronts. If a building located on a corner lot has insufficient lot width (i.e., less than 40 feet of lot width) to enable it to provide the required step-back on both street fronts, then the step-back may be waived facing the secondary street. 3. Height Exceptions. In addition to the height exceptions listed in ECDC 21.40.030, the following architectural features are allowed to extend above the height limits specified in this chapter: a. A single decorative architectural element, such as a turret, tower, or clock tower, may extend a maximum of five feet above the specified height limit if it is designed as an integral architectural feature of the roof and/or facade of the building. The decorative architectural element shall not cover more than five percent of the roof area of the building. b. Roof or deck railings may extend a maximum of 42 inches above the specified height limit within any building step-back required under subsection (C)(2)(b) of this section; provided, that the railing is constructed so that it has the appearance of being transparent. An example meeting this condition would be a railing that is comprised of glass panels. D. Off-Street Parking and Access Requirements. The parking regulations included here apply specifically within the BD zone. Whenever there are conflicts between the requirements of this chapter and the provisions contained in Chapter 17.50 ECDC, Off-Street Parking Regulations, the provisions of this chapter shall apply. 1. Within the BD1 zone, no new curb cuts are permitted along 5th Avenue or Main Street. 2. No parking is required for any commercial floor area of permitted uses located within the BD1, BD2, BD4, and BD5 zones. E. Open Space Requirements. 16 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 160/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 160/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 17 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 1. For buildings on lots larger than 12,000 square feet or having an overall building width of more than 120 feet (as measured parallel to the street lot line), at least five percent of the lot area shall be devoted to open space. Open space shall not be required for additions to existing buildings that do not increase the building footprint by more than 10 percent. Open space shall be provided adjacent to the street front (street lot line). Such open space must be provided as any combination of: a. Outdoor dining or seating areas (including outdoor seating or waiting areas for restaurants or food service establishments); b. Public plaza or sidewalk that is accessible to the public; c. Landscaping which includes a seating area that is accessible to the public. 2. Required open space shall be open to the air and not located under a building story. 3. In overall dimension, the width of required open space shall not be less than 75 percent of the depth of the open space, measured relative to the street (i.e., width is measured parallel to the street lot line, while depth is measured perpendicular to the street lot line). 17 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 161/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 161/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 18 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. F. Historic Buildings. The exceptions contained in this section apply only to buildings listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings. 1. If a certificate of appropriateness is issued by the Edmonds historic preservation commission under the provisions of Chapter 20.45 ECDC for the proposed project, the staff may modify or waive any of the requirements listed below that would otherwise apply to the expansion, remodeling, or restoration of the building. The decision of staff shall be processed as a Type II development project permit application (see Chapter 20.01 ECDC). a. Building step-backs required under subsection (C)(2)(b) of this section. b. Open space required under subsection (E) of this section. 2. No off-street parking is required for any permitted uses located within a building listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings. Note that additional parking exceptions 18 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 162/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 162/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 19 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. involving building expansion, remodeling or restoration may also apply, as detailed in ECDC 17.50.070(C). 3. Within the BD5 zone, if a building listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings is retained on-site, no off-street parking is required for any additional buildings or uses located on the same property. To obtain this benefit, an easement in a form acceptable to the city shall be recorded with Snohomish County protecting the exterior of the historic building and ensuring that the historic building is maintained in its historic form and appearance so long as the additional building(s) obtaining the parking benefit exist on the property. The easement shall continue even if the property is subsequently subdivided or any interest in the property is sold. G. Density. There is no maximum density for permitted multiple dwelling units. H. Screening. The required setback from R-zoned property shall be landscaped with trees and ground cover and permanently maintained by the owner of the BD lot. A six-foot minimum height fence, wall or solid hedge shall be provided at some point in the setback, except for that portion of the BD zone that is in residential use. I. Signs, Parking and Design Review. See Chapters 17.50, 20.10, and 20.60 ECDC. Sign standards shall be the same as those that apply within the BC zone. J. Satellite Television Antennas. In accordance with the limitations established by the Federal Communications Commission, satellite television antennas greater than two meters in diameter shall be reviewed in accordance with the provisions of ECDC 16.20.060. [Ord. 4397 § 2 (Exh. B), 2025; Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4282 § 2 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 4140 § 1, 2019; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3865 § 1, 2011; Ord. 3736 § 10, 2009; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. 19 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 163/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 163/431 Chapter 16.43 ECDC, BD – Downtown Business Page 20 of 20 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 20 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 164/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 164/431 Chapter 16.55 ECDC, CW – Commercial Waterfront Page 1 of 2 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Chapter 16.55 CW – COMMERCIAL WATERFRONT Sections: 16.55.000 Purposes. 16.55.010 Uses. 16.55.020 Site development standards. 16.55.030 Operating restrictions. 16.55.040 Green building incentives. 16.55.000 Purposes. The CW zone has the following specific purposes in addition to the general purposes listed in Chapter 16.40 ECDC: A. To reserve areas for water-dependent and water-related uses and for uses which will attract pedestrians to the waterfront; B. To protect and enhance the natural features of the waterfront, and encourage public use of the waterfront; C. To ensure physical and visual access to the waterfront for the public. [Ord. 4213 § 1 (Att. A), 2021]. 16.55.010 Uses. A. Permitted Primary Uses. 1. Marine-oriented services; 2. Retail uses which are either marine oriented or pedestrian oriented, excluding drive-in businesses; 3. Petroleum products storage and distribution; 21 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 165/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 165/431 Chapter 16.55 ECDC, CW – Commercial Waterfront Page 2 of 2 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 4. Offices, above the ground floor, excluding medical, dental and veterinary clinics; 5. Local public facilities with marine-oriented services or recreation; 6. Neighborhood parks, natural open spaces, and community parks with an adopted master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070; 7. Hotels. 8. Residential uses above the ground floor as allowed by chapter 17.135 ECDC. B. Permitted Secondary Uses. 1. Off-street parking and loading in connection with a permitted use; 2. Outdoor dining meeting the criteria of Chapter 17.75 ECDC. C. Secondary Uses Requiring a Conditional Use Permit. 1. Aircraft landings as regulated by Chapter 4.80 ECC; 2. Regional parks and community parks without a master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070. [Ord. 4314 § 46 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4213 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 3353 § 6, 2001; Ord. 2366 § 9, 1983; Ord. 2307, 1982; Ord. 2283 § 6, 1982]. 22 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 166/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 166/431 Chapter 16.120 ECDC, Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Mixed-Use Page 1 of 4 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Chapter 16.120 NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS AND HUBS MIXED-USE Sections: 16.120.000 Purpose. 16.120.010 Applicability. 16.120.020 Definitions. 16.120.030 NCH zoning district overlays. 16.120.040 Uses. 16.120.050 Site development standards. 16.120.060 Open space and amenity space. 16.120.070 Design standards. 16.120.080 Parking requirements. 16.120.090 Bonus floor incentives. 16.120.030 NCH zoning district overlays. NCH is the base zoning designation for neighborhood centers and hubs, as identified in the city’s comprehensive plan. Three overlays are found within the NCH zoning district. These overlays serve to manage building form (e.g., building height) and designate where commercial uses are required. NCH overlays are as follows: A. NCH-4 Overlay. 1. Applicable to areas designated as MU-4 in the future land use map of the comprehensive plan. 2. Permits a bonus fourth floor when the project meets the criteria for an incentive bonus floor, as outlined in ECDC 16.120.090. B. NCH-5 Overlay. 23 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 167/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 167/431 Chapter 16.120 ECDC, Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Mixed-Use Page 2 of 4 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 1. Applicable to areas designated as MU-5 in the future land use map of the comprehensive plan. 2. Allows a fourth floor by right and permits a bonus fifth floor when the project meets the criteria for an incentive bonus floor, as outlined in ECDC 16.120.090. C. Commercial Ground Floor Overlay (GFCO). 1. Applicable to areas designated in the maps located in subsection (D) of this section and located within the major pedestrian corridor. 2. Designates areas where ground-floor commercial uses are required to support a comfortable and safe walking environment, as indicated in the commercial ground floor overlay maps in this section. 3. Requirements. a. New development must include active ground-floor uses that promote walkability and engage the public realm. b. Ground-floor commercial uses must occupy at least 60 percent of the total lineal frontage of any building façade that abuts a public street or public amenity space, as applicable. These commercial uses must extend to a minimum depth of 45 feet from the front face of the building. c. Residential uses, including live-work units or parking-related uses, shall not be considered towards the active commercial ground floor overlay requirement. D. Overlay Maps. 24 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 168/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 168/431 Chapter 16.120 ECDC, Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Mixed-Use Page 3 of 4 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 25 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 169/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 169/431 Chapter 16.120 ECDC, Neighborhood Centers and Hubs Mixed-Use Page 4 of 4 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. [Ord. 4405 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025]. 26 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 170/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 170/431 Chapter 17.40 ECDC, Nonconforming Uses, Buildings, Signs and Lots Page 1 of 2 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Chapter 17.40 NONCONFORMING USES, BUILDINGS, SIGNS AND LOTS1 Sections: 17.40.000 Purpose. 17.40.010 Nonconforming uses. 17.40.020 Nonconforming building and/or structure. 17.40.023 Amnesty for certain long-existing wireless communication facilities. 17.40.025 Repealed. 17.40.030 Nonconforming lots. 17.40.040 Nonconforming signs. 17.40.050 Nonconforming local public facilities. 17.40.060 Setback exemption. 1 Ord. 3696 enacted Chapter 17.40 ECC on August 31, 2008. 17.40.010 Nonconforming uses. A. Definition. A nonconforming use is one which was once allowed by applicable land use regulations, but is no longer allowed, due to the passage or later change of the ordinance codified in this chapter or a prior ordinance. B. Continuation. A nonconforming use may continue, unless required to be abated by subsection (C) of this section, but it may not be expanded in any way, including additional lot area, floor area, height, number of employees, equipment, or hours of operation, except as otherwise provided in ECDC 17.40.050. C. Lapse of Time. 1. If a nonconforming use ceases for a period of six continuous months, any later use of the property occupied by the former nonconforming use shall conform to this zoning ordinance. Uses such as agricultural uses, which vary seasonally, shall be deemed abandoned if the seasonal use is not utilized during one full season consistent with the traditional use. 27 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 171/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 171/431 Chapter 17.40 ECDC, Nonconforming Uses, Buildings, Signs and Lots Page 2 of 2 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. 2. If a nonconforming residential use ceases because its building is damaged in excess of 75 percent of its replacement cost, the use may be reestablished if, but only if, an application for a building permit which vests as provided in ECDC 19.00.025(G) et seq. is filed within 18 months of the date such damage occurred. After the application has been filed, only one 180-day extension may be granted. 3. The right of reestablishment of use described in subsection (C)(2) of this section shall not apply if: a. The building or structure was damaged or destroyed due to the unlawful act of the owner or the owner’s agent; or b. The building is damaged or destroyed due to the ongoing neglect or gross negligence of the owner or the owner’s agent. In the event that subsection (C)(3)(a) or (b) of this section apply, the nonconforming use shall be abated if damage exceeds 25 percent of replacement cost. “Replacement cost” shall be determined as provided in ECDC 17.40.020(F). D. Conversion of Existing Buildings to Residential Use. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a building permit application for the addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be denied due to an existing nonconformity regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney transport, or modulation, unless the city official with decision making authority makes written findings that the nonconformity is causing a significant detriment to the surrounding area. This subsection shall be interpreted consistent with RCW 35A.21.440. E. Conditional Uses. A legal use does not become nonconforming because the zone in which it is located is changed to a zone district which requires a conditional use permit for the use. However, the use may not be expanded, as provided for in subsection (B) of this section, without obtaining a conditional use permit. [Ord. 4151 § 1 (Att. A), 2019; Ord. 3696 § 1, 2008]. 28 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 172/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 172/431 Page 1 of 4 Chapter 17.135 CONVERSION OR ADDITION OF DWELLING UNITS IN EXISTING BUILDINGS Sections: 17.135.000 Purpose and Authority. 17.135.010 Applicability. 17.135.020 Definitions. 17.135.030 Regulations. 17.135.000 Purpose and Authority. A. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to allow for the conversion of commercial and mixed-use buildings into residential uses in any specific part of an existing building. B. Authority. This chapter is adopted pursuant to RCW 35A.21.440. 17.135.010 Applicability. A. Applicability. This chapter applies to the creation of additional dwelling units within existing buildings to residential use. 1. Ground floor retail or commercial uses must be retained where required in buildings located along a major pedestrian corridor. 17.135.020 Definitions. In implementing this chapter, the following definitions apply: 29 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 173/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 173/431 Page 2 of 4 “Existing Building” means a building that received a certificate of occupancy at least three years prior to the permit application to add housing units. “Major Pedestrian Corridor” means a planned or existing public street, walkway, or public right- of-way designated by the city as a major pedestrian corridor because of its identified role in providing safe, comfortable, accessible, and connected pedestrian access to transit, commercial areas, civic destinations, public spaces or other pedestrian-oriented amenities, while supporting active street-level opportunities, as shown in Map 17.135-1. Map 17.135-1 30 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 174/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 174/431 Page 3 of 4 17.135.030 Regulations. A. Health and Safety. Proposals shall comply with all the health and safety standards, including but not limited to the building code standards and fire and life safety standards within the building. B. Unit Density. For an existing building located in a zone that permits multifamily housing, housing units may be added within the existing building envelope at a density up to 50 percent greater than the density otherwise allowed in the underlying zone. C. Parking Requirements. Additional parking requirements are exempt with the addition of dwelling or living units added within an existing building, however, existing parking that is required to satisfy existing residential uses and remaining non-residential uses must be retained after the new units are added. D. Design Standards. The use of an existing building for residential purposes, including the addition of dwelling units or living units within the existing building, shall not be subject to additional design standard requirements beyond those generally applicable within the building’s zone, except as provided in RCW 36.70A.810 and RCW 36.70A.812. For purposes of this subsection, design standards include, but are not limited to, setbacks, lot coverage, floor area ratio, and other dimensional or site design standards. E. Exterior Design. The residential use of an existing building shall not be subject to additional exterior design or architectural requirements beyond those necessary for the health and safety of the use of the interior of the building or to preserve character-defining streetscapes, unless the building is a designated landmark or is within a historic district established through ECDC 20.45.050. F. Ground Floor Uses. The addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be prohibited in any specific part of the building, except that the city may prohibit the addition 31 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 175/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 175/431 Page 4 of 4 of housing units within ground floor commercial or retail space located along a major pedestrian corridor. G. Transportation and Environmental Review. A transportation concurrency study under RCW 36.70A.070 or an environmental study under chapter 43.21C RCW shall not be required based solely on the addition of residential units within the existing building. H. Permitting Requirements. With the exception of emergency housing and transitional housing uses, the use of an existing building for residential purposes shall not be subject to permitting requirements beyond those generally applicable to all residential development within the building’s zone, including requiring a change of use permit. Nothing in this section precludes review for compliance with applicable building code, fire and life safety, or other generally applicable health and safety standards. I. Non-conformities. A building permit application for the addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be denied due to an existing nonconformity regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney transport, or modulation, unless the city official with decision-making authority makes written findings that the nonconformity is causing a significant detriment to the surrounding area. J. Energy Code and Life Safety. See ECDC 19.30 Energy Code 32 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 176/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 176/431 Chapter 21.60 ECDC, “M” Terms Page 1 of 1 The Edmonds Community Development Code is current through Ordinance 4427, passed January 15, 2026. Chapter 21.60 “M” TERMS Sections: 21.60.002 Repealed. 21.60.004 Repealed. 21.60.005 Major transit stop. 21.60.006 Major Pedestrian Corridor. 21.60.008 Middle housing. 21.60.010 Mobile home. 21.60.020 Mobile home park. 21.60.030 Moorage. 21.60.040 Motel. 21.60.045 Repealed. 21.60.046 Repealed. 21.60.050 Multiple dwelling. 21.60.060 Multiple dwelling units. 21.60.006 Major Pedestrian Corridor. See definition in ECDC 17.135.020 33 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 177/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 177/431 Page 1 of 34 Chapter 16.43 BD – DOWNTOWN BUSINESS Sections: 16.43.000 Purposes. 16.43.010 Subdistricts. 16.43.020 Uses. 16.43.030 Site development standards. 16.43.035 Design standards – BD zones. 16.43.040 Operating restrictions. 16.43.000 Purposes. The BD zone has the following specific purposes in addition to the general purposes for business and commercial zones listed in Chapter 16.40 ECDC: A. Promote downtown Edmonds as a setting for retail, office, entertainment and associated businesses supported by nearby residents and the larger Edmonds community, and as a destination for visitors from throughout the region. B. Define the downtown commercial and retail core along streets as a major pedestrian corridor, having the strongest pedestrian links and pedestrian-oriented design elements, while protecting downtown’s identity. C. Identify supporting arts and mixed-use residential and office areas which support and complement downtown retail use areas. Provide for a strong central retail core at downtown’s focal center while providing for a mixture of supporting commercial and residential uses in the area surrounding this retail core area. D. Focus development between the commercial and retail core and the Edmonds Center for the Arts on small-scale retail, service, and multifamily residential uses. [Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 178/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 178/431 Page 2 of 34 16.43.010 Subdistricts. The “downtown business” zone is subdivided into five distinct subdistricts, each intended to implement specific aspects of the comprehensive plan having the strongest pedestrian links and pedestrian-oriented designs along the major pedestrian corridor and that pertain to the Downtown Waterfront Activity Center. Each subdistrict contains its own unique mix of uses and zoning regulations, as described in this chapter. The five subdistricts are: BD1 – Downtown Retail Core; BD2 – Downtown Mixed Commercial; BD3 – Downtown Convenience Commercial; BD4 – Downtown Mixed Residential; BD5 – Downtown Arts Corridor. [Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. 16.43.020 Uses. A.Table 16.43-1. Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Commercial Uses Retail stores or sales A A A A A A Offices A X A A A A Legal/law firms A X A A A A Item 9.2 Packet pg. 179/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 179/431 Page 3 of 34 Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Financial A X A A A A Advising A X A A A A Mortgage A X A A A A Banks (without tellers) A X A A A A Accounting A X A A A A Counseling A X A A A A Architecture A X A A A A Engineering A X A A A A Advertising A X A A A A Insurance A X A A A A Fitness related business (yoga/pilates/gym/fitness club) A X A A A A Service uses A A(2) A A A A Retail sales requiring intensive outdoor display or storage areas, such as trailer sales, used car lots (except as part of a new car sales and service X X X X X X Item 9.2 Packet pg. 180/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 180/431 Page 4 of 34 Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 dealer), and heavy equipment storage, sales or services Enclosed fabrication or assembly areas associated with and on the same property as an art studio, art gallery, restaurant, microbreweries/distilleries or food service establishment that also provides an on-site retail outlet open to the public A A A A A A Automobile sales and service X X A A X X Dry cleaning and laundry plants which use only nonflammable and nonexplosive cleaning agents C X A A A X Printing, publishing and binding establishments C X A A A C Public markets licensed pursuant to provisions in Chapter 4.90 ECC1 A A A A A A Outdoor dining meeting the criteria of Chapter 17.75 ECDC B B B B B B Residential Single-family dwelling A X A A A A Item 9.2 Packet pg. 181/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 181/431 Page 5 of 34 Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Multiple dwelling unit(s), including co-living housing – see ECDC 16.43.030(B) for further location standards A X A A A A Other Uses Bus stop shelters A A A A A A Churches, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.020 A A A A A A Primary and high schools, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.050(G) through (R) A X A A A A Local public facilities, subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.050 C C C C A C Neighborhood parks, natural open spaces, and community parks with an adopted master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070 A A A A A A Off-street parking and loading areas to serve a permitted use B X B B B B Commuter parking lots in conjunction with a facility otherwise permitted in this zone B X B B B X Commercial parking lots C X C C C X Item 9.2 Packet pg. 182/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 182/431 Page 6 of 34 Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Wholesale uses X X X C X X Hotels and motels A A A A A A Amusement establishments C C C C C C Auction businesses, excluding vehicle or livestock auctions C X C C C C Drive-in/through businesses (businesses with drive through facilities) X X C A C X Laboratories X X C C C X Fabrication of light industrial products not otherwise listed as a permitted use X X X C X X Day care centers C X C C A C Hospitals, health clinics, convalescent homes, rest homes, sanitariums X X C C A X Medical uses, e.g.: A X A A A A Physicians A X A A A A Dental A X A A A A Item 9.2 Packet pg. 183/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 183/431 Page 7 of 34 Permitted Uses BD1 BD1 GFSF(1) BD2 BD3 BD4 BD5 Optometrist (without retail) A X A A A A Physical therapy (without retail) A X A A A A Counseling A X A A A A Other similar medical services A X A A A A Museums and art galleries of primarily local concern that do not meet the criteria for regional public facilities as defined in ECDC 21.85.033 A A A A A A Zoos and aquariums of primarily local concern that do not meet the criteria for regional public facilities as defined in ECDC 21.85.033 C X C C C A Counseling centers and residential treatment facilities for current alcoholics and drug abusers X X C C A X Regional parks and community parks without a master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070 C C C C C C Outdoor storage, incidental to a permitted use D X D D D D Aircraft landings as regulated by Chapter 4.80 ECC X X D D D D A = Permitted primary use Item 9.2 Packet pg. 184/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 184/431 Page 8 of 34 B = Permitted secondary use C = Primary uses requiring a conditional use permit D = Secondary uses requiring a conditional use permit X = Not permitted NOTES: 1 BD1 Zone GFSF = Ground Floor Designated Street Frontage is considered a major pedestrian corridor and (first 45 feet measured from public rights-of-way/sidewalk or parks/plazas) as is defined under Edmonds Community Development Code Map 16.43-1: Designated Street Front for BD Zones. Buildings set back 15 feet or more from the sidewalk shall not be subject to the BD1 Zone GFSF requirements. 2 Services – by appointment uses not providing open door retail/dining/entertainment functions as a primary component of the business are not allowed within BD1 GFSF (first 45 feet). Open door businesses, e.g., real estate offices, banks (with tellers and no drive-throughs), nail and hair salons are allowed. For conditional uses listed in Table 16.43-1, the use may be permitted if the proposal meets the criteria for conditional uses found in Chapter 20.05 ECDC, and all of the following criteria are met: 1.Access and Parking. Pedestrian access shall be provided from the sidewalk. Vehicular access shall only be provided consistent with ECDC 18.80.060. When a curb cut is necessary, it shall be landscaped to be compatible with the pedestrian streetscape and shall be located and designed to be as unobtrusive as possible. 2.Design and Landscaping. The project shall be designed so that it is oriented to the street and contributes to the pedestrian streetscape environment. Fences more than four feet in height along street lot lines shall only be permitted if they are at least 50 percent open, such as a lattice pattern. Blank walls shall be discouraged, and when unavoidable due to the nature of the use shall be decorated by a combination of at least two of the following: a. Architectural features or details; b. Artwork; Item 9.2 Packet pg. 185/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 185/431 Page 9 of 34 c. Landscaping. B.Exception to the BD1 GSFS. The owner of a building in the BD1 zone may apply for an exception from the restrictions on offices and medical uses within the designated street front for leasable space meeting all of the following criteria: 1. The space is less than 500 square feet; 2. The space does not contain direct access to the street or sidewalk; 3. The previous use was a nonconforming use (e.g., not retail); and 4. The space has been vacant for a period of more than six months. [Ord. 4414 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4333 § 8 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4314 § 43 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4282 § 3 (Exh. B), 2022; Ord. 3955 § 1 (Att. A), 2014; Ord. 3932 § 6, 2013; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. C. 16.43.030 Site development standards. A.Table 16.43-2. Sub District Minimum Street Setback Minimum Side Setback1 Minimum Rear Setback1 Maximum Height2 Minimum Height of Ground Floor within the Designated Street Front4 BD15 0 0 0 30' 15' BD25 0 0 0 30' 12' Item 9.2 Packet pg. 186/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 186/431 Page 10 of 34 Sub District Minimum Street Setback Minimum Side Setback1 Minimum Rear Setback1 Maximum Height2 Minimum Height of Ground Floor within the Designated Street Front4 BD35 0 0 0 30' 12' BD43,5 0 0 0 30' 12' BD55 0 0 0 25' 12' 1 The setback for buildings and structures located at or above grade (exempting buildings and structures entirely below the surface of the ground) shall be 15 feet from the lot line adjacent to residentially (R) zoned property. 2 Specific provisions regarding building heights are contained in ECDC 16.43.030(C). 3 Within the BD4 zone, the site development standards in Table 16.43-2 apply only when the building includes ground-floor commercial space adjacent to a major pedestrian corridor. The required commercial space must extend at least 45 feet in depth, as measured from the street-facing building frontage. If the building does not include the required ground-floor commercial space, such as an entirely residential building, the setbacks applicable to the RM-1.5 zone shall apply. See ECDC 16.43.030(B)(8) for further requirements. 4 “Minimum height of ground floor within the designated street-front” means the vertical distance from top to top of the successive finished floor surfaces for that portion of the ground floor located within the designated street front (see ECDC 16.43.030(B)); and, if the ground floor is the only floor above street grade, from the top of the floor finish to the top of the ceiling joists or, where there is not a ceiling, to the top of the roof rafters. “Floor finish” is the exposed floor surface, including coverings applied over a finished floor, and includes, but is not limited to, wood, vinyl flooring, wall-to-wall carpet, and concrete, as illustrated in Figure 16.43-1. Figure 16.43-1 shows an example of a ground floor height of 15 feet; note that the “finished” ceiling height is only approximately 11 feet in this example. 5 Site development standards for low-density residential building types are the same as those specified for the LDR-M zone. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 187/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 187/431 Page 11 of 34 Map 16.43-1: Designated Street Front for BD Zones Figure 16.43-1: Ground Floor Height Measurement Item 9.2 Packet pg. 188/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 188/431 Page 12 of 34 B.Ground Floor. This section describes requirements for development of the ground floor of buildings in the BD zones. 1. For all BD zones, the ground floor is considered to be that floor of a building which is closest in elevation to the finished grade along the width of the side of the structure that is principally oriented to the designated street front of the building (this is normally the adjacent sidewalk). For the purposes of this section, the ground “floor” is considered to be the sum of the floor planes which, in combination, run the full extent of the building and are closest in elevation to one another. For the purposes of this chapter, the definition of “ground floor” contained in ECDC 21.35.017 does not apply. 2.Designated Street Front. Map 16.43-1 identifies the designated street front for properties within the BD zones. The designated street front applies to any lot frontage Item 9.2 Packet pg. 189/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 189/431 Page 13 of 34 located along a street shown on Map 16.43-1 and consists of the first 45 feet of lot depth, measured perpendicular from the street-facing lot line. on each of the mapped streets. Designated street front properties are also located within a major pedestrian corridor, as defined in Chapter 17.135 ECDC. 3.Minimum Height of the Ground Floor Within the Designated Street Front. The minimum height of the ground floor specified in Table 16.43-2 only applies to the height of the ground floor located within the designated street front established in subsection (B)(2) of this section. 4.Access to Commercial Uses Within the Designated Street Front. When a commercial use is located on the ground floor within a designated street front as defined in subsection (B)(2) of this section, the elevation of the ground floor and associated entry shall be within seven inches of the grade level of the adjoining sidewalk. “Grade” shall be as measured at the entry location. Portions of the ground floor outside the designated street front of the building need not comply with the access requirements specified in this section. 5. When the designated street front of a building is on a slope which does not allow both the elevation of the entry and ground floor within the designated street front to be entirely within seven inches of the grade level of the sidewalk, as specified in subsection (B)(4) of this section, the portion of the ground floor of the building located within the designated street front must be designed so that either: a. The entry is located within seven inches of the grade of the adjacent sidewalk, and the commercial portion of the ground floor located within the designated street front is within seven inches of the grade level of the entry; or b. The building is broken up into multiple frontages, so that each entry/ground floor combination is within seven inches of the grade of the sidewalk. c. For corner lots, a primary entry shall be established for the purposes of determining where the ground floor entry rules detailed in this section shall apply. The first choice for the primary entry shall be either 5th Avenue or Main Street. In the case of the BD5 zone, the primary entry shall always be on 4th Avenue. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 190/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 190/431 Page 14 of 34 6. Within the BD1 zone development on the ground floor shall consist of only commercial uses, except that parking may be located on the ground floor so long as it is not located within the designated street front. 7. Within the BD2 and BD3 zones, development on the ground floor shall consist of only commercial uses within the designated street front. Any permitted use may be located on the ground floor outside of the designated street front or the major pedestrian corridor. 8. Within the BD4 zone, there are two options for developing the ground floor of a building. One option is to develop the ground floor with commercial space, meeting the same requirements detailed for the BD2 and BD3 zones in subsection (B)(7) of this section. As a second option, if more residential space is provided so that the ground floor does not meet the commercial use requirements described in subsection (B)(7) of this section, then the building setbacks listed for the RM-1.5 zone shall apply. In the case where RM-1.5 setbacks are required, the required street setback shall be landscaped and no fence or wall in the setback shall be over four feet in height above sidewalk grade unless it is at least 50 percent open, such as in a lattice pattern. 9. Within the BD5 zone, one option is to develop the ground floor with commercial space, meeting the same requirements detailed for the BD2 zone in subsection (B)(7) of this section. When development of the ground floor does not conform to these requirements, then development within the BD5 zone shall meet the following requirements: a. The building shall be oriented to 4th Avenue. “Orientation to 4th Avenue” shall mean that: i. At least one building entry shall face 4th Avenue. ii. If the building is located adjacent to the public right-of-way, architectural details and/or applied art shall be incorporated into the building design to add interest at the pedestrian (i.e., ground floor) level. iii. If the building is set back from the street, landscaping and/or artwork shall be located between the building and the street front. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 191/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 191/431 Page 15 of 34 b. Live/work uses are encouraged within the BD5 zone, and potential live/work space is required for new residential buildings if no other commercial use is provided on site. i. If multiple residential uses are located on the ground floor, the building shall incorporate live/work space into the ground floor design in such a way as to enable building occupants to use portion(s) of their space for a commercial or art/fabrication use. “Live/work space” means a structure or portion of a structure that combines a commercial or manufacturing activity that is allowed in the zone with a residential living space for the owner of the commercial or manufacturing business, or the owner’s employee, and that person’s household. The live/work space shall be designed so that a commercial or fabrication or home occupation use can be established within the space. Figure 16.43-2: BD5 Development Building at right (foreground) shows landscaping located between building and street. Building at left (background) shows commercial space integrated with residential uses, and the entry oriented to the street. 10.Exceptions and Clarifications. The regulations for the ground floor contained in subsections (B)(1) through (B)(9) of this section apply with the following exceptions or clarifications: Item 9.2 Packet pg. 192/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 192/431 Page 16 of 34 a. That in all areas the provision of pedestrian access to permitted residential uses is allowed as a permitted secondary use. b. The restrictions on the location of residential uses shall not apply when a low- density residential use is the only permitted primary use located on the property. c. Existing buildings may be added onto or remodeled without adjusting the existing height of the ground floor to meet the specified minimum height, so long as the addition or remodel does not increase the building footprint or its frontage along a street by more than 25 percent. Permitted uses may occupy an existing space regardless of whether that space meets the ground floor requirements for height. d. Parking is not considered to be a commercial use for the purposes of satisfying the ground floor commercial use requirement within the designated street front (e.g., when the first 45 feet of a building are within a designated street front in the BD1 zone, parking shall not be located within that 45 feet). e. For properties within the BD2 or BD3 zone which have less than 90 feet of depth measured from the street front, parking may be located in the rearmost 45 feet of the property, even if a portion of the parking extends into the first 45 feet of the building. In no case shall the depth of commercial space as measured from the street front of the building be less than 30 feet. f. Within the BD2, BD3 and BD4 zones, if the first 45 feet of the building as measured perpendicular to the street consist only of commercial uses and permitted secondary uses, then permitted multiple-family residential unit(s) may be located behind the commercial uses. g.Recodified as ECDC 16.43.035(F)(2)(d). h. Within the BD1 zone, each commercial space located on the ground floor within the designated street front, shall be directly accessible by an entry from the sidewalk. C.Building Height Regulations. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 193/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 193/431 Page 17 of 34 1. The basic height limit for each BD zone is described in Table 16.43-2 (see definition of “height” detailed in ECDC 21.40.030). 2. Within the BD5 zone, the maximum height may be increased to 30 feet if the building meets one of the following conditions. In addition, if the building is located within 15 feet of the public right-of-way, architectural details and/or applied art shall be incorporated into the building design, and the ground floor shall be distinguished from the upper portions of the building through the use of differences in materials, windows, and/or architectural forms. a. All portions of the building above 25 feet consist of a pitched roof such that the pitch of all portions of the roof is at least six-by-12 and the roof includes architectural features, such as dormers or gables of a steeper pitch, that break up the roof line into distinct segments. b. If the building does not make use of a pitched roof system as described in subsection (C)(2)(a) of this section, a building step-back shall be provided within 15 feet of any street front. Within the 15-foot step-back, the maximum building height is the lesser of 25 feet above grade at the property line (normally the back of the sidewalk) or 30 feet above the “average level” as defined in ECDC 21.40.030. For corner lots, a 15- foot step-back is required along both street fronts. If a building located on a corner lot has insufficient lot width (i.e., less than 40 feet of lot width) to enable it to provide the required step-back on both street fronts, then the step-back may be waived facing the secondary street. 3.Height Exceptions. In addition to the height exceptions listed in ECDC 21.40.030, the following architectural features are allowed to extend above the height limits specified in this chapter: a. A single decorative architectural element, such as a turret, tower, or clock tower, may extend a maximum of five feet above the specified height limit if it is designed as an integral architectural feature of the roof and/or facade of the building. The decorative architectural element shall not cover more than five percent of the roof area of the building. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 194/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 194/431 Page 18 of 34 b. Roof or deck railings may extend a maximum of 42 inches above the specified height limit within any building step-back required under subsection (C)(2)(b) of this section; provided, that the railing is constructed so that it has the appearance of being transparent. An example meeting this condition would be a railing that is comprised of glass panels. D.Off-Street Parking and Access Requirements. The parking regulations included here apply specifically within the BD zone. Whenever there are conflicts between the requirements of this chapter and the provisions contained in Chapter 17.50 ECDC, Off-Street Parking Regulations, the provisions of this chapter shall apply. 1. Within the BD1 zone, no new curb cuts are permitted along 5th Avenue or Main Street. 2. No parking is required for any commercial floor area of permitted uses located within the BD1, BD2, BD4, and BD5 zones. E.Open Space Requirements. 1. For buildings on lots larger than 12,000 square feet or having an overall building width of more than 120 feet (as measured parallel to the street lot line), at least five percent of the lot area shall be devoted to open space. Open space shall not be required for additions to existing buildings that do not increase the building footprint by more than 10 percent. Open space shall be provided adjacent to the street front (street lot line). Such open space must be provided as any combination of: a. Outdoor dining or seating areas (including outdoor seating or waiting areas for restaurants or food service establishments); b. Public plaza or sidewalk that is accessible to the public; c. Landscaping which includes a seating area that is accessible to the public. 2. Required open space shall be open to the air and not located under a building story. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 195/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 195/431 Page 19 of 34 3. In overall dimension, the width of required open space shall not be less than 75 percent of the depth of the open space, measured relative to the street (i.e., width is measured parallel to the street lot line, while depth is measured perpendicular to the street lot line). F.Historic Buildings. The exceptions contained in this section apply only to buildings listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings. 1. If a certificate of appropriateness is issued by the Edmonds historic preservation commission under the provisions of Chapter 20.45 ECDC for the proposed project, the staff may modify or waive any of the requirements listed below that would otherwise apply to the expansion, remodeling, or restoration of the building. The decision of staff shall be processed as a Type II development project permit application (see Chapter 20.01 ECDC). Item 9.2 Packet pg. 196/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 196/431 Page 20 of 34 a. Building step-backs required under subsection (C)(2)(b) of this section. b. Open space required under subsection (E) of this section. 2. No off-street parking is required for any permitted uses located within a building listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings. Note that additional parking exceptions involving building expansion, remodeling or restoration may also apply, as detailed in ECDC 17.50.070(C). 3. Within the BD5 zone, if a building listed on the Edmonds register of historic buildings is retained on-site, no off-street parking is required for any additional buildings or uses located on the same property. To obtain this benefit, an easement in a form acceptable to the city shall be recorded with Snohomish County protecting the exterior of the historic building and ensuring that the historic building is maintained in its historic form and appearance so long as the additional building(s) obtaining the parking benefit exist on the property. The easement shall continue even if the property is subsequently subdivided or any interest in the property is sold. G.Density. There is no maximum density for permitted multiple dwelling units. H.Screening. The required setback from R-zoned property shall be landscaped with trees and ground cover and permanently maintained by the owner of the BD lot. A six-foot minimum height fence, wall or solid hedge shall be provided at some point in the setback, except for that portion of the BD zone that is in residential use. I.Signs, Parking and Design Review. See Chapters 17.50, 20.10, and 20.60 ECDC. Sign standards shall be the same as those that apply within the BC zone. J.Satellite Television Antennas. In accordance with the limitations established by the Federal Communications Commission, satellite television antennas greater than two meters in diameter shall be reviewed in accordance with the provisions of ECDC 16.20.060. [Ord. 4397 § 2 (Exh. B), 2025; Ord. 4395 § 6 (Exh. A), 2025; Ord. 4282 § 2 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 4140 § 1, 2019; Ord. 3918 § 1 (Att. 1), 2013; Ord. 3865 § 1, 2011; Ord. 3736 § 10, 2009; Ord. 3700 § 1, 2008]. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 197/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 197/431 Page 21 of 34 Chapter 16.55 CW – COMMERCIAL WATERFRONT Sections: 16.55.000 Purposes. 16.55.010 Uses. 16.55.020 Site development standards. 16.55.030 Operating restrictions. 16.55.040 Green building incentives. 16.55.010 Uses. A. Permitted Primary Uses. 1. Marine-oriented services; 2. Retail uses which are either marine oriented or pedestrian oriented, excluding drive-in businesses; 3. Petroleum products storage and distribution; 4. Offices, above the ground floor, excluding medical, dental and veterinary clinics; 5. Local public facilities with marine-oriented services or recreation; 6. Neighborhood parks, natural open spaces, and community parks with an adopted master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070; 7. Hotels. 8. Residential uses above the ground floor as allowed by chapter 17.135 ECDC. B. Permitted Secondary Uses. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 198/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 198/431 Page 22 of 34 1. Off-street parking and loading in connection with a permitted use; 2. Outdoor dining meeting the criteria of Chapter 17.75 ECDC. C.Secondary Uses Requiring a Conditional Use Permit. 1. Aircraft landings as regulated by Chapter 4.80 ECC; 2. Regional parks and community parks without a master plan subject to the requirements of ECDC 17.100.070. [Ord. 4314 § 46 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4213 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 3353 § 6, 2001; Ord. 2366 § 9, 1983; Ord. 2307, 1982; Ord. 2283 § 6, 1982]. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 199/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 199/431 Page 23 of 34 Chapter 16.120 NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS AND HUBS MIXED-USE Sections: 16.120.000 Purpose. 16.120.010 Applicability. 16.120.020 Definitions. 16.120.030 NCH zoning district overlays. 16.120.040 Uses. 16.120.050 Site development standards. 16.120.060 Open space and amenity space. 16.120.070 Design standards. 16.120.080 Parking requirements. 16.120.090 Bonus floor incentives. 16.120.030 NCH zoning district overlays. NCH is the base zoning designation for neighborhood centers and hubs, as identified in the city’s comprehensive plan. Three overlays are found within the NCH zoning district. These overlays serve to manage building form (e.g., building height) and designate where commercial uses are required. NCH overlays are as follows: A.NCH-4 Overlay. 1. Applicable to areas designated as MU-4 in the future land use map of the comprehensive plan. 2. Permits a bonus fourth floor when the project meets the criteria for an incentive bonus floor, as outlined in ECDC 16.120.090. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 200/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 200/431 Page 24 of 34 B.NCH-5 Overlay. 1. Applicable to areas designated as MU-5 in the future land use map of the comprehensive plan. 2. Allows a fourth floor by right and permits a bonus fifth floor when the project meets the criteria for an incentive bonus floor, as outlined in ECDC 16.120.090. C.Commercial Ground Floor Overlay (GFCO). 1. Applicable to areas designated in the maps located in subsection (D) of this section and located within the major pedestrian corridor. 2. Designates areas where ground-floor commercial uses are required to support a comfortable and safe walking environment, as indicated in the commercial ground floor overlay maps in this section. 3.Requirements. a. New development must include active ground-floor uses that promote walkability and engage the public realm. b. Ground-floor commercial uses must occupy at least 60 percent of the total lineal frontage of any building façade that abuts a public street or public amenity space, as applicable. These commercial uses must extend to a minimum depth of 45 feet from the front face of the building. c. Residential uses, including live-work units or parking-related uses, shall not be considered towards the active commercial ground floor overlay requirement. D.Overlay Maps. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 201/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 201/431 Page 25 of 34 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 202/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 202/431 Page 26 of 34 [Ord. 4405 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025]. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 203/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 203/431 Page 27 of 34 Chapter 17.40 NONCONFORMING USES, BUILDINGS, SIGNS AND LOTS 1 Sections: 17.40.000 Purpose. 17.40.010 Nonconforming uses. 17.40.020 Nonconforming building and/or structure. 17.40.023 Amnesty for certain long-existing wireless communication facilities. 17.40.025 Repealed. 17.40.030 Nonconforming lots. 17.40.040 Nonconforming signs. 17.40.050 Nonconforming local public facilities. 17.40.060 Setback exemption. 1 Ord. 3696 enacted Chapter 17.40 ECC on August 31, 2008. 17.40.010 Nonconforming uses. A.Definition. A nonconforming use is one which was once allowed by applicable land use regulations, but is no longer allowed, due to the passage or later change of the ordinance codified in this chapter or a prior ordinance. B.Continuation. A nonconforming use may continue, unless required to be abated by subsection (C) of this section, but it may not be expanded in any way, including additional lot area, floor area, height, number of employees, equipment, or hours of operation, except as otherwise provided in ECDC 17.40.050. C.Lapse of Time. 1. If a nonconforming use ceases for a period of six continuous months, any later use of the property occupied by the former nonconforming use shall conform to this zoning ordinance. Uses such as agricultural uses, which vary seasonally, shall be deemed Item 9.2 Packet pg. 204/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 204/431 Page 28 of 34 abandoned if the seasonal use is not utilized during one full season consistent with the traditional use. 2. If a nonconforming residential use ceases because its building is damaged in excess of 75 percent of its replacement cost, the use may be reestablished if, but only if, an application for a building permit which vests as provided in ECDC 19.00.025(G) et seq. is filed within 18 months of the date such damage occurred. After the application has been filed, only one 180-day extension may be granted. 3. The right of reestablishment of use described in subsection (C)(2) of this section shall not apply if: a. The building or structure was damaged or destroyed due to the unlawful act of the owner or the owner’s agent; or b. The building is damaged or destroyed due to the ongoing neglect or gross negligence of the owner or the owner’s agent. In the event that subsection (C)(3)(a) or (b) of this section apply, the nonconforming use shall be abated if damage exceeds 25 percent of replacement cost. “Replacement cost” shall be determined as provided in ECDC 17.40.020(F). D.Conversion of Existing Buildings to Residential Use. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a building permit application for the addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be denied due to an existing nonconformity regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney transport, or modulation, unless the city official with decision- making authority makes written findings that the nonconformity is causing a significant detriment to the surrounding area. This subsection shall be interpreted consistent with RCW 35A.21.440. E.Conditional Uses. A legal use does not become nonconforming because the zone in which it is located is changed to a zone district which requires a conditional use permit for the use. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 205/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 205/431 Page 29 of 34 However, the use may not be expanded, as provided for in subsection (B) of this section, without obtaining a conditional use permit. [Ord. 4151 § 1 (Att. A), 2019; Ord. 3696 § 1, 2008]. CONVERSION OR ADDITION OF DWELLING UNITS IN EXISTING BUILDINGS Sections: 17.135.000 Purpose and Authority. 17.135.010 Applicability. 17.135.020 Definitions. 17.135.030 Regulations. 17.135.000 Purpose and Authority. A.Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to allow for the conversion of commercial and mixed-use buildings into residential uses in any specific part of an existing building. B.Authority. This chapter is adopted pursuant to RCW 35A.21.440. 17.135.010 Applicability. A.Applicability. This chapter applies to the creation of additional dwelling units within existing buildings to residential use. 1.Ground floor retail or commercial uses must be retained where required in buildings located along a major pedestrian corridor. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 206/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 206/431 Page 30 of 34 17.135.020 Definitions. In implementing this chapter, the following definitions apply: “Existing Building” means a building that received a certificate of occupancy at least three years prior to the permit application to add housing units. “Major Pedestrian Corridor” means a planned or existing public street, walkway, or public right- of-way designated by the city as a major pedestrian corridor because of its identified role in providing safe, comfortable, accessible, and connected pedestrian access to transit, commercial areas, civic destinations, public spaces or other pedestrian-oriented amenities, while supporting active street-level opportunities, as shown in Map 17.135-1. Map 17.135-1 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 207/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 207/431 Page 31 of 34 17.135.030 Regulations. A.Health and Safety. Proposals shall comply with all the health and safety standards, including but not limited to the building code standards and fire and life safety standards within the building. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 208/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 208/431 Page 32 of 34 B.Unit Density. For an existing building located in a zone that permits multifamily housing, housing units may be added within the existing building envelope at a density up to 50 percent greater than the density otherwise allowed in the underlying zone. C.Parking Requirements. Additional parking requirements are exempt with the addition of dwelling or living units added within an existing building, however, existing parking that is required to satisfy existing residential uses and remaining non-residential uses must be retained after the new units are added. D.Design Standards. The use of an existing building for residential purposes, including the addition of dwelling units or living units within the existing building, shall not be subject to additional design standard requirements beyond those generally applicable within the building’s zone, except as provided in RCW 36.70A.810 and RCW 36.70A.812. For purposes of this subsection, design standards include, but are not limited to, setbacks, lot coverage, floor area ratio, and other dimensional or site design standards. E.Exterior Design. The residential use of an existing building shall not be subject to additional exterior design or architectural requirements beyond those necessary for the health and safety of the use of the interior of the building or to preserve character-defining streetscapes, unless the building is a designated landmark or is within a historic district established through ECDC 20.45.050. F.Ground Floor Uses. The addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be prohibited in any specific part of the building, except that the city may prohibit the addition of housing units within ground floor commercial or retail space located along a major pedestrian corridor. G.Transportation and Environmental Review. A transportation concurrency study under RCW 36.70A.070 or an environmental study under chapter 43.21C RCW shall not be required based solely on the addition of residential units within the existing building. Item 9.2 Packet pg. 209/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 209/431 Page 33 of 34 H.Permitting Requirements. With the exception of emergency housing and transitional housing uses, the use of an existing building for residential purposes shall not be subject to permitting requirements beyond those generally applicable to all residential development within the building’s zone, including requiring a change of use permit. Nothing in this section precludes review for compliance with applicable building code, fire and life safety, or other generally applicable health and safety standards. I.Non-conformities. A building permit application for the addition of housing units within an existing building shall not be denied due to an existing nonconformity regarding parking, height, setbacks, elevator size for gurney transport, or modulation, unless the city official with decision-making authority makes written findings that the nonconformity is causing a significant detriment to the surrounding area. J.Energy Code and Life Safety. See ECDC 19.30 Energy Code Item 9.2 Packet pg. 210/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 210/431 Page 34 of 34 Chapter 21.60 “M” TERMS Sections: 21.60.002 Repealed. 21.60.004 Repealed. 21.60.005 Major transit stop. 21.60.006 Major pedestrian corridor. 21.60.008 Middle housing. 21.60.010 Mobile home. 21.60.020 Mobile home park. 21.60.030 Moorage. 21.60.040 Motel. 21.60.045 Repealed. 21.60.046 Repealed. 21.60.050 Multiple dwelling. 21.60.060 Multiple dwelling units. 21.60.006 Major Pedestrian Corridor. See definition in ECDC 17.135.020 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 211/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 211/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 212/431 Item 9.2 Packet pg. 212/431 City Council Agenda Item . September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Planning Board Recommendation on Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Zoning Map Designations for Four Lots in the Westgate Area (First Reading) DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development Services PRESENTER:Mike Clugston NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Receive the Planning Board's recommendation regarding amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and zoning map for four parcels located at the western edge of the Westgate Neighborhood Center. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:NA Approved in Budget Fund(s):NA Budget Reallocation Required No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: During the 2024 Comprehensive Plan periodic update, four parcels at the west edge of the Westgate Neighborhood Center that had historically been zoned Westgate Mixed Use (WMU) were not incorporated into the updated Westgate Center Future Land Use Map boundary. When the former WMU zone was subsequently repealed, the parcels were left without an operative zoning designation. On October 28, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4411 (Attachment 3), establishing interim Planned Business (BP) zoning for the four parcels for one year and adopting a work plan to determine permanent Comprehensive Plan and zoning map designations through the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket. The four subject parcels are located at 10119 Edmonds Way, 10130 Edmonds Way, 10200 Edmonds Way, and 22817 102nd Place W. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: At its August 12, 2026 meeting, the Planning Board considered permanent land use and zoning designations for the four parcels (Attachment 4). The Board directed staff to prepare amendments that would: Incorporate all four parcels into the Westgate Neighborhood Center on the Future Land Use Map (Attachment 2); Replace the interim BP zoning with Neighborhood Center and Hub (NCH) zoning; and •Extend the Commercial Ground Floor Overlay along Edmonds Way through the newly designated NCH area approximately to 102nd Place W, without extending the requirement around the corner onto 102nd Place W. The Planning Board held a public hearing on September 9, 2026, and confirmed their recommendation as described above. In support of its recommendation, the Planning Board found that NCH zoning better aligns the four parcels with the adjoining Westgate Neighborhood Center and restores their historical relationship to the larger Westgate mixed-use area. The Board also found that NCH provides a more complete framework than BP zoning for building placement, active frontages, pedestrian connections, design, amenity space, parking location, and transitions to adjoining low-density residential properties (Attachment 1). The Board further found that the Edmonds Way frontage has a stronger relationship to the Westgate commercial corridor than the frontage along 102nd Place W. Accordingly, the recommendation extends the ground-floor commercial requirement along Edmonds Way while preserving greater flexibility along 102nd Place W. The City Council may accept the Planning Board's recommendation, modify the proposed amendments, or provide other direction regarding the permanent Comprehensive Plan and zoning designations for the four parcels. Final action will take place later this year, along with other items in the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket. RECOMMENDATION: Receive the Planning Board's recommendation regarding amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and zoning map for four parcels located at the western edge of the Westgate Neighborhood Center. BUDGET IMPACTS: There is no direct budget impact associated with the proposed Comprehensive Plan and zoning map amendments. ITEM HISTORY: October 28, 2025: City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4411 establishing interim BP zoning for the four parcels and directing that permanent designations be considered through the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket. August 12, 2026: Planning Board reviewed the proposed amendments and provided direction regarding NCH zoning and application of the ground-floor commercial requirement. The Board voted 6-0 in support of NCH designation and 5-1 to extend the ground-floor commercial requirement along Edmonds Way without wrapping onto 102nd Place W. September 9, 2026: Planning Board held a public hearing and approved its recommendation to City Council. Item 9.3 Packet pg. 214/431 Item 9.3 Packet pg. 214/431 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The amendments are being processed as part of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket, including required state agency and environmental review prior to final City Council action. A public hearing on the topic is tentatively scheduled for October 13, 2026. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – Planning Board Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation Attachment 2 – Proposed Future Land Use Maps, Zoning Map, and Commercial Ground Floor Illustration Attachment 3 – Ordinance No. 4411 Attachment 4 – Excerpts from Planning Board Aug. 12 meeting minutes Item 9.3 Packet pg. 215/431 Item 9.3 Packet pg. 215/431 ATTACHMENT 1 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendments Planning Board Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation Findings 1) History. During the 2024 Comprehensive Plan periodic update, four parcels on the west side of the Westgate Neighborhood Center that had historically been zoned Westgate Mixed Use (WMU) were not incorporated into the updated Westgate Center Future Land Use Map boundary. When the former WMU zone was subsequently repealed, the parcels were left without an operative zoning designation. On October 28, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4411, establishing interim Planned Business (BP) zoning for one year and a work plan for determining permanent Comprehensive Plan and zoning map designations through the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket. 2) Geographic Location. The four subject parcels are located at 10119 Edmonds Way, 10130 Edmonds Way, 10200 Edmonds Way, and 22817 102nd Place W, at the western edge of the Westgate Neighborhood Center. 3) Proposed Action. The proposed amendments would establish permanent land use and zoning designations for the four subject parcels and implement the Planning Board's August 12, 2026 direction: a. Amend the Future Land Use Map to incorporate all four parcels into the Westgate Neighborhood Center. b. Amend the zoning map to replace the interim BP zoning with Neighborhood Center and Hub (NCH) zoning. c. Extend the Commercial Ground Floor Overlay, and associated ground-floor commercial requirement, along Edmonds Way through the newly designated NCH area approximately to 102nd Place W, without extending the requirement around the corner onto 102nd Place W. 4) Public Hearings and Notice. A Planning Board public hearing was held September 9, 2026 and was duly noticed in accordance with applicable City requirements. The Planning Board considered public testimony and the written record before taking action on its recommendation. 5) Planning Board Deliberations and Specific Findings a. NCH zoning better aligns the four parcels with the adjoining Westgate Neighborhood Center and restores their historical relationship to the larger Westgate mixed-use area. b. Compared with BP zoning, NCH provides a more complete framework for building placement, active frontages, pedestrian connections, design, amenity space, parking location, and transitions to adjoining low-density residential properties. Item 9.3 Packet pg. 216/431 Item 9.3 Packet pg. 216/431 ATTACHMENT 1 c. The Edmonds Way frontages have a stronger relationship to the Westgate commercial corridor than the frontage on 102nd Place W. Extending the ground-floor commercial requirement only along Edmonds Way supports active commercial frontage while preserving greater flexibility on 102nd Place W. d. The proposed amendments provide a consistent permanent planning and zoning framework and avoid retaining an isolated pocket of BP zoning within or immediately adjacent to the larger Westgate Neighborhood Center. 6) Commerce and SEPA Review. The amendments are being processed as part of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket, including required state agency and environmental review prior to final City Council action. Conclusions 1) The proposed amendments address the Future Land Use Map and zoning inconsistency affecting the four subject parcels and establish permanent land use and zoning designations through the 2026 Comprehensive Plan amendment process. 2) Incorporating the parcels into the Westgate Neighborhood Center and applying NCH zoning is consistent with the parcels' historical relationship to Westgate and with the Comprehensive Plan's neighborhood-center strategy. 3) Extending the ground-floor commercial requirement along Edmonds Way, without extending it onto 102nd Place W, appropriately recognizes the different relationship of those frontages to the Westgate commercial corridor. 4) The proposed amendments, as recommended by the Planning Board following public hearing, provide a coherent land use and zoning framework and are in the public interest. Recommendation Based upon these findings and conclusions and the entire record, the Planning Board recommends that the City Council amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to incorporate the four subject parcels into the Westgate Neighborhood Center; amend the zoning map to replace the interim BP designation with NCH zoning; and extend the ground-floor commercial requirement along Edmonds Way through the newly designated NCH area approximately to 102nd Place W, without extending the requirement onto 102nd Place W. 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UNFINISHED BUSINESS Land use zoning map for Westgate neighborhood. Discussion addressing the zoning map for the Westgate neighborhood, and updating the future land use map (FLUM) for four parcels. The board voted to designate these parcels as NCH, citing better design standards and aligning with adjacent NCH. Summary Four parcels at the west side of the Westgate Neighborhood Center that had been WMU, then temporarily zoned BP, needed a permanent designation on the future land use map (FLUM) and zoning. ACTION: Designate the four parcels that used to be Westgate Mixed Use (WMU) as Neighborhood Center Hub (NCH) on the FLUM. Moved: Nick Maxwell Second: Stephen Li Result: Passed 6-0 Follow up to previous motion, decide whether ground floor commercial should be required along Edmonds Way for the newly designated NCH parcels. Some concern raised by Nick Maxwell about restricting the option of ground-floor residential vs. commercial; he preferred flexibility rather than a mandate. Clarification made that this ties to the major pedestrian corridor designation but is not automatic without this motion. ACTION: Extend the ground floor commercial requirement on Edmonds Way through the newly adopted NCH area, only along Edmonds Way, approximately to 102nd Place West, and not wrapping around 102nd. Moved: Jon Milkey Second: Lee Hankins Result: Passed 5-1 NEW BUSINESS 1. 2025 and 2026 Washington State Legislative updates and UDC programs. Andy Artze, Senior Planner, led the discussion and made recommendations to the Planning Board for future action. Update the ECBC and related subdivision and zoning regulations to comply with HB 1096 on lot splits, clarifying how lot splits relate to unit-lot subdivisions and addressing title ownership and parcel issues. Review and update zoning and subdivision regulations to implement SB 5148 (Housing Accountability Act), including confirming that affordable housing covenants/deed restrictions meet Commerce Item 9.3 Packet pg. 229/431 Item 9.3 Packet pg. 229/431 City Council Agenda Item 9.4 September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Interim Landmark Tree Ordinance and Tree Code Amendments Workplan, File No. AMD2026-0001 (Fifth Reading and Beyond) DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development Services PRESENTER:Deb Powers NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Informational RECOMMENDATION:Adopt a six-month interim ordinance extension on October 6, 2026 and receive an updated project work plan outlining key code decisions through April 2027. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:0 ☐ Approved in Budget Fund(s):N/A ☐ Budget Reallocation Required ☒ No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: The schedule for the current tree code update project was established by Ordinance 4389, the interim landmark tree regulation, which became effective on April 29, 2025. Due to lack of appropriate staff to advance the project, dedicated work on the tree code began in January 2026. In April 2026, it was realized that additional time would be needed for the project, so Council approved a six-month interim ordinance extension (Ordinance 4433). While much progress was made during the extension period (the Planning Board made a recommendation to Council in August 2026), there remains insufficient time for City Council to review and consider the proposed updates prior to the expiration of Ordinance 4433 on October 29, 2026. As a result, staff recommends an additional six-month extension to the interim landmark tree regulation to provide Council sufficient time to consider the potential outcomes of proposed code changes in greater detail. CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: As noted above, the project commenced in January 2026 to address specific code issues, including permanent landmark tree protection and certain code interpretation and legal challenges. A project-specific focus group comprised of diverse perspectives provided feedback on key code concepts discussed by the Planning Board, and the Citizen’s Tree Board made a recommendation based on its draft code review. The Planning Board provided its recommendation to City Council on August 5. On August 11, 2026, the City Council discussed their review of the Planning Board’s recommended amendments to Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) Chapter 17.130, indicating that while significant improvements were made, additional code refinements Item 9.4 Packet pg. 230/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 230/431 were needed. On September 8, a public hearing was held to review the draft code with alternatives that addressed code issues raised by council members on August 11. Based on the discussion, concerns and questions raised by Council following the public hearing and at the September 9 study session, it was determined that more time was needed for Council to consider proposed code changes. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a six-month interim ordinance extension on October 6, 2026 and receive an updated project work plan outlining key code decisions through April 2027. BUDGET IMPACTS: This agenda item does not introduce specific budget line items. However, potential fiscal impacts may result from subsequent code amendments that do not align with existing City programs and resources. Further discussion will be needed to ensure proposed code amendments align with City Council priorities and scoped project objectives. ITEM HISTORY: Policy guidance and prior actions, including City Council and Planning Board direction, is summarized in the September 8 public hearing Agenda Item 9.1 under Item History. Links to relevant documents such as Edmonds Urban Forest Management Plan, the 2023 Climate Action Plan and the 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan policy goals are provided. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The project scope was specifically developed to help address code interpretation issues and legal challenges related to tree code implementation: Establish citywide tree canopy cover goal Define landmark trees and determine appropriate regulatory approach Explore strategies to slow canopy loss not associated with development Consider code changes for consistency and clarity based on policy guidance, best practices, prior analysis and stakeholder feedback. ATTACHMENTS: September 22 Council Meeting Presentation Item 9.4 Packet pg. 231/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 231/431 City Council Meeting 2026 Tree Code Update Reading #8 September 22, 2026 Deb Powers, Urban Forest Planner Item 9.4 Packet pg. 232/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 232/431 Sept 22 2CITY OF EDMONDS 2026 Tree Code Update Regular Meeting •No formal action required •Adopt 6-mo interim ordinance extension on October 6 •Revise work plan through April 2027 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 233/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 233/431 3CITY OF EDMONDS Tree Code Update Project Scope •Establish citywide tree canopy cover goal •Define landmark trees, determine appropriate regulatory approach •Explore strategies to slow canopy loss not associated with development •Consider code changes for consistency and clarity based on policy guidance, best practices, prior analysis and stakeholder feedback. Item 9.4 Packet pg. 234/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 234/431 Next Steps 4CITY OF EDMONDS Tree Code Update City Council Study Sessions Consider Feedback Adoption Item 9.4 Packet pg. 235/431 Item 9.4 Packet pg. 235/431 City Council Agenda Item . September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting TITLE:Adoption of Ordinance to Amend ECC Chapter 10 (Second Reading) DEPARTMENT:Mayor's Office PRESENTER:Mayor Rosen NEEDED FROM COUNCIL:Action RECOMMENDATION:I move to adopt the ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE EDMONDS CITY CODE (BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS) TO RENAME THE TITLE "ADVISORY BODIES," TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEFINITIONS, APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES, TERMS, AND TERM LIMITS FOR CITY ADVISORY BODIES, TO CONFORM TERMINOLOGY AND NAMING CONVENTIONS FOR SPECIFIC ADVISORY BODIES, TO REPEAL CHAPTER 10.31 ECC (MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD) AND CHAPTER 10.55 ECC (EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION), AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 537; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. BUDGET: Total Dollar Amount:TBD Approved in Budget Fund(s):General Fund Budget Reallocation Required No Budget Impact PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT: How should advisory bodies (boards and commissions) function in a way that leverages community member wisdom, provide boots-on-the-ground work, help inform Council and administration decisions, is sustainable, effective, and aligned with the City’s priorities moving forward? CONTEXT, ANALYSIS, & ALTERNATIVES: Mayor Rosen formed the Boards and Commissions Task Force in 2024 to conduct a comprehensive review of our existing structure, gathered input from stakeholders, and evaluated how other cities approach this work. This work from the task force comprised of councilmembers, staff, current and former board members, and community representatives, informed the recommended changes. Mayor Rosen presented recommendations to Council at the May 13, 2026 study session. During the September 11, 2026 Special Meeting, Council further discussed the proposed revisions and the draft ordinance and draft changes to ECC Chapter 10. Mayor Rosen has revised these recommendations based on the feedback provided during councilmember discussions. Summary of Revised Recommendations incorporated into this Ordinance: • Restructure ECC Chapter 10 – Change Title from Boards and Commissions to Advisory Bodies, create general provisions that would apply to all advisory bodies (appointment/confirmation, length of term and term limits. • Adopt a consistent naming convention and apply name changes to several existing advisory bodies. • Repeal Municipal Defense Commission (Ordinance 537) • Repeal Medical Self Insurance Advisory Board (ECC 10.31) • Replace Youth Commission with Youth Advisory Board (repeal ECC 10.55) • Adjust frequency of Historic Preservations Commission meetings. • Begin transition of Sister City Commission to a 501c3 and provide limited staff support in interim. • Encourage Council to formalize councilmember liaison participation, expectations, and reporting within Council’s Rules of Procedure Not within ordinance, but for future implementation prior to 2029/2030 Budget Cycle: •Create a Parks Advisory Board to review and advise. (e.g. capital projects program, park policy updates, PROS plan updates, master planning) •Transition Tree Board to an Advisory Panel and recruit for specific tasks such as advising on tree code •Consideration of relationship and structure of the Parks Advisory Board once created, the Tree Advisory Panel and the Mayor’s Climate Task Force RECOMMENDATION: I move to adopt the ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE EDMONDS CITY CODE (BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS) TO RENAME THE TITLE "ADVISORY BODIES," TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEFINITIONS, APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES, TERMS, AND TERM LIMITS FOR CITY ADVISORY BODIES, TO CONFORM TERMINOLOGY AND NAMING CONVENTIONS FOR SPECIFIC ADVISORY BODIES, TO REPEAL CHAPTER 10.31 ECC (MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD) AND CHAPTER 10.55 ECC (EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION), AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 537; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. BUDGET IMPACTS: As proposed, for 2027: • Reduced frequency of meetings of some advisory bodies would reduce staff time allocated to facilitate these meetings, but not salary/benefit expenditures. • Reduced members needing email accounts would reduce IT expenditures slightly. ITEM HISTORY: Ordinance 4376 was adopted by Council in December of 2024. This ordinance suspended for two years (2025 and 2026) the regular meetings of city boards and commissions not required to Item 9.5 Packet pg. 237/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 237/431 operate under state law. This ordinance will sunset and have no further force or effect on January 1, 2027 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Administration Recommendations for Revisions to the Use and Structure of Advisory Bodies 9.22.2026 2. 2026-09-09 Ordinance - ECC Title 10 Amendments (Advisory Bodies) - DRAFT 3. 2026-09-18 ECC Title 10 Draft – Redline 4. 2026-09-18 ECC Title 10 Draft – Clean 5. Ordinance 537 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 238/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 238/431 R E V I S E D Administration Recommendations For Revisions To The Use And Structure of Advisory Bodies 9/22/2026 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 239/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 239/431 DESIRED OUTCOMES 1. Access to expertise: Access individuals with professional or lived experience. 2. Resident influence: Residents have more direct influence beyond voting. 3. Improve decision quality: Access to an additional layer of analysis. 4. Access diverse perspectives: Inform decisions by those with different backgrounds and viewpoints 5. Leadership development: Provides direct relevant experience. 6. Distribute workload: Provide additional capacity. 7. Access new voices: Ability for those who might not have the same level of available time to participate. 8. Access to more voices: Provides more opportunity for more people to participate. 9. Increase trust: Demonstrates decisions involved more than politicians. 10. Minimize costs: Create only for the size and duration required. 11. Ensure relevance: Invest no more than is required for the task. 12. Consistency: Create consistency in names, recruitment, appointment, terms etc. GUIDING PRINCIPLES Right structure for the right purpose • Not all work requires a permanent board • Match structure to the task • Be flexible and adaptable • Focus on impact, not tradition Item 9.5 Packet pg. 240/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 240/431 RECOMMENDATIONS (Recommendations were informed by the discussions and the work of the Task Force and Council Comments from the 5.13.26 Study Session) 1) Comply with Mandatory Requirements • Civil Service Commission • Disability Board • Lodging Tax Advisory Committee • Planning Board 2) Don’t Modify Function • Salary Commission • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Commission • Tree Board • Economic Development Commission • Arts Commission • Cemetery Board • Transportation Committee Assembled to support development of the Transportation Plan. Four to five years from previous update. No meetings in 2027. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 241/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 241/431 3) Modify • Municipal Defense Commission Repeal Ordinance 537 (Established 1941) • Medical Self Insurance Advisory Board Repeal ECC 10.31 • Youth Commission Remove from code, transition to “Advisory Board”, Broaden age, use as a roster and leveraged as a panel or as participants on boards/commissions and task forces, assemble twice a year. Repeal ECC 10.55 • Historic Preservation Commission Meet quarterly with option to meet as special needs arise. Amend ECC10.90.040(F) • Sister City Commission Begin immediate exploration of transitioning to a non-profit. Minimal staff support for 2027. • Mayor’s Climate Protection Committee Transition to “Task Force”, Mayor may recruit for specific needs (e.g. comp plan climate element, revise climate action plan, technical advice on specific initiatives) (Non-codified) 4) Adopt a Consistent Naming Convention Board Policy-focused and Quasi-Judicial Task Force Solve a specific problem Work Group Hands on support Committee Subgroup of a larger group Advisory Board Provide expertise & Community perspective Panel Small group evaluate or discuss Liaison Individual to bridge between organizations Do not use Cabinet or Commission Is generally considered to be a formal body with delegated authority or statutory responsibilities. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 242/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 242/431 Name Change Recommendations FROM TO Edmonds Civic Arts Commission Edmonds Civic Arts Advisory Board (Amend ECC 10.20) Edmonds Youth Commission Edmonds Youth Advisory Board (if ECC 10.55 is repealed, no Council action needed to rename) Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Commission Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Advisory Board (Amend ECC 10.65) Citizens Economic Development Commission Economic Development Advisory Board (Amend ECC 10.75) Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission Edmonds Historic Preservation Advisory Board (Amend ECC 10.90) Citizens’ Tree Board Edmonds Tree Board (Amend ECC 10.95) Transportation Committee Transportation Work Group (non-codified body, no Council action required) Mayor’s Climate Protection Committee Mayor’s Climate Task Force (non-codified body, no Council action required) ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Edmonds City Code (ECC) Restructure ECC Chapter 10 – Boards and Commissions, change chapter title to Advisory Bodies. Create uniform general provisions, (such as appointments and confirmations, length of terms and term limits). When bodies are identified that require more detailed processes, individual sections may be added to build off (or divert from) the city's existing general advisory body code. • Council Liaisons Formalize participation and reporting functions, recommended within Council Rules of Procedure Item 9.5 Packet pg. 243/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 243/431 FOR FUTURE IMPLEMENTATION PRIOR TO 2029 / 2030 BUDGET CYCLE • Create a Parks Advisory Board to review and advise. (e.g. capital projects program, park policy updates, PROS plan updates, master planning) • Transition Tree Board to an Advisory Panel and recruit for specific tasks such as advising on tree code • Consideration of relationship and structure of the Parks Advisory Board once created, the Tree Advisory Panel and the Mayor’s Climate Task Force • Merging Architectural Design Board with Planning Board • Explore feasibility of transferring cemetery ownership to a non-profit (Require ongoing event partnerships, e.g. Memorial Day and Walk Back in Time) • Structure and purpose of advisory bodies should be revisited every two years to ensure alignment with strategic direction of the city and budget feasibility Item 9.5 Packet pg. 244/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 244/431 1 Architectual Design Board 9 Lodging Tax Adisory Commission 2 Arts Commission 10 Mayors Climate Protection Committee 3 Cemetery Board 11 Planning Board 4 Civil Service Commission 12 Salary Commission 5 Disability Board 13 Sister City Commission 6 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessaibility Commission 14 Tree Board 7 Economic Development Commission 15 Youth Commission 8 Historic Preservation Commission Cost Function Activity Hours $63 PER MEETING COSTS Pre-Meeting Cost Collecting agenda requests 0.5 $32 Meeting prep with chair 1.5 $95 Supervisor review and approval of agenda and materials 0.5 $32 Preparing motions or action items 0.5 $32 Draft agenda 0.5 $32 Coordinating with staff /consultants/other departments 1.5 $95 Developing presentations 2 $126 Reviewing supporting documents 1.5 $95 Preparing staff recommendations 2 $126 Assemble meeting packet 1.5 $95 Uploading documents 0.5 $32 Social media promotion 0.5 $32 Answering Member questions in advance of the meeting 1.75 $110 Coordination with clerk 0.25 $16 SUB TOTAL 15 $945 Meeting Cost Staffing the front lobby for members and public 3 $189 Room setup 0.5 $32 Technology setup 0.5 $32 Participating in the meeting (each person)3 $189 Follow-up communications 0.5 $32 Tracking assignments 1.5 $95 Draft minutes 1.5 $95 Filing records - minutes 0.5 $32 SUB TOTAL 11 $693 Clerk Agenda posting 0.5 $32 Public notice compliance 0.5 $32 Records retention 0.5 $32 Maintaining official records 0.25 $16 Archiving documents 0.25 $16 SUB TOTAL 2 $126 Minutes and Documentation Preparing minutes 1 $63 Routing minutes for approval 0.75 $47 SUB TOTAL 1.75 $110 Communications Responding to public inquiries 1 $63 SUB TOTAL 1 $63 TOTAL PER MEETING COSTS 30.75 $1,937 ANNUAL ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS FOR BODY Developing recruitment materials 1.25 $79 Assumes 2 replacements / 3 candidates per Posting vacancies 0.5 $32 Reviewing Applicants for minimum qualifications 1.75 $110 Responding to applicant questions 0.75 $47 Booking staff / Mayor interviews for each candidate 1 $63 Preparing questions 0.75 $47 Mayor Director Interviews 3 $189 Scheduling council confirmation actions 0.25 $16 Preparing Council Packet Information 0.25 $16 Coordination of council Interviews 0.75 $47 Notifying applicants of outcomes 0.25 $16 Preparing onboarding materials 1 $63 Scheduling onboarding 0.5 $32 Orientation sessions and briefing 1.25 $79 Updating web information 1 $63 Maintaining attendance records 0.5 $32 Monitoring term limits 0.25 $16 Managing resignations and replacements 0.5 $32 Developing annual meeting calendars 1.5 $95 Reserving meeting rooms 0.25 $16 Coordinating with council calendars 0.75 $47 Roster updates and email intigration 0.5 $32 TOTAL ANNUAL COSTS 18.5 $1,166 POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL SUPPORT PER BODY Planning special meetings 2 $126 Staff time to support/implement Board/Commission work 12 $756 Significan variability Legislative tracking 1 $63 Public record requests 5 $315 As needed Director/Manager/Mayor 5 $315 Legal 5 $315 TOTAL OTHER POTENTIAL COSTS 30 $1,890 SUMMARY Per meeting = 6 X 15 90 $174,330 Assumes 6 meetings a year Annual Costs 15 $17,483 Other potential support for 15 bodies 15 $28,350 Budget funds for Board & Commission work $13,000 Annual Email License per member $140 X 119 $16,660 $140 each X 119 individuals GRAND TOTAL $249,823 PER-MEETING / ONGOING / ONE-TIME Board and Commission Staff Time and Cost Estimate Item 9.5 Packet pg. 245/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 245/431 Email Body 2027 Meeting Staff Cost Meeting Cost Annual Admin Cost Members $140 2027 Total Body 2027 Meetings Meeting Cost Annual Admin Members Email 2027 Core Cost Architectural Design Board 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 7 $980 $25,390 Architectural Design Board 12 $23,244 $1,166 7 $980 $25,390 Arts Advisory Board 6 $1,937 $11,622 $1,166 7 $980 $13,768 Arts Advisory Board 6 $11,622 $1,166 7 $980 $13,768 Cemetery Board 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 7 $980 $25,390 Cemetery Board 12 $23,244 $1,166 7 $980 $25,390 Civil Service Commission 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 3 $420 $24,830 Civil Service Commission 12 $23,244 $1,166 3 $420 $24,830 Disability Board 4 $1,937 $7,748 $1,166 5 $700 $9,614 Disability Board 4 $7,748 $1,166 5 $700 $9,614 DEIA Advisory Board 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 9 $1,260 $25,670 DEIA Advisory Board 12 $23,244 $1,166 9 $1,260 $25,670 Economic Development Advisory Board 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 11 $1,540 $25,950 Economic Development Advisory Board 12 $23,244 $1,166 11 $1,540 $25,950 Historic Preservation Advisory Board 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 8 $1,120 $25,530 Historic Preservation Advisory Board 4 $7,748 $1,166 8 $1,120 $10,034 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 4 $560 $24,970 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 4 $7,748 $1,166 4 $560 $9,474 Planning Board 24 $1,937 $46,488 $1,166 9 $1,260 $48,914 Planning Board 24 $46,488 $1,166 9 $1,260 $48,914 Salary Commission 8 $1,937 $15,496 $1,166 5 $700 $17,362 Salary Commission 0 $0 $0 5 $700 $700 Sister City Commission 11 $1,937 $21,307 $1,166 10 $1,400 $23,873 Sister City Commission 6 $11,622 Minimal/TBD 10 $1,400 $13,022 Tree Board / Advisory Panel 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 8 $1,120 $25,530 Tree Board / Advisory Panel 12 $23,244 $1,166 8 $1,120 $25,530 Youth Advisory Board 20 $1,937 $38,740 $1,166 11 $1,540 $41,446 Youth Advisory Board 2 $3,874 $1,166 TBD TBD $5,040 + TBD email Mayor's Climate Protection Task Force 12 $1,937 $23,244 $1,166 8 $1,120 $25,530 Mayor's Climate Protection Task Force 0 scheduled $0 $0 0 $0 $0 Municipal Defense Commission 0 $1,937 $0 $0 0 $0 $0 Municipal Defense Commission 0 — eliminate $0 $0 0 $0 $0 Transportation Work Group 0 $1,937 $0 $0 7 $980 $980 Transportation Work Group 0 — no 2027 meetings $0 $0 0 $0 $0 TOTAL 181 $32,929 $350,597 $17,490 119 $16,660 $384,747 122 $236,314 $13,992 93 + TBD 13,020 + TBD 258,286 + TBD email OTHER POTENTIAL COSTS PER BOARD & COMMISSION Planning special meetings 6 $378 Staff time to support/implement Board/Commission work 20 $1,260 Legislative tracking 1 $63 Public record requests 5 $315 As needed Director/Manager/Mayor 5 $315 Budget funds for Boards & Commission work $0 Legal 5 $1,500 TOTAL OTHER POTENTIAL COSTS $3,831 PROPOSED STRUCTURECURRENT STRUCTURE Item 9.5 Packet pg. 246/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 246/431 ORDINANCE NO. ____ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE EDMONDS CITY CODE (BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS) TO RENAME THE TITLE "ADVISORY BODIES," TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEFINITIONS, APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES, TERMS, AND TERM LIMITS FOR CITY ADVISORY BODIES, TO CONFORM TERMINOLOGY AND NAMING CONVENTIONS FOR SPECIFIC ADVISORY BODIES, TO REPEAL CHAPTER 10.31 ECC (MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD) AND CHAPTER 10.55 ECC (EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION), AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 537; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Title 10 of the Edmonds City Code ("ECC") is currently entitled "Boards and Commissions" and establishes and governs the various volunteer boards, commissions, committees, and other advisory bodies that provide advice and recommendations to the mayor and city council; and WHEREAS, in 2024, Mayor Rosen convened a Boards and Commissions Task Force to evaluate the structure, function, and use of the city's boards, commissions, and other advisory bodies, and to recommend changes intended to better align these bodies with the current needs of the city and the community; and WHEREAS, the city council previously passed Ordinance No. 4376, which suspended regular meetings of certain city boards and commissions and thereby provided an additional opportunity to evaluate the necessary functions of those groups; and Item 9.5 Packet pg. 247/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 247/431 WHEREAS, following the work of the Boards and Commissions Task Force and further review by the mayor and city staff, the mayor developed a set of recommendations intended to (a) create greater uniformity across the city's advisory bodies with respect to the manner of appointment, length of term, and limits on consecutive terms; (b) update terminology and naming conventions so that boards, commissions, and committees established under Title 10 ECC are consistently referred to as "advisory bodies" of the city; and (c) discontinue advisory bodies that no longer serve an active purpose or whose functions are duplicated elsewhere; and WHEREAS, the mayor presented these recommendations to the city council at its budget retreat on September 11, 2026; and WHEREAS, the city council has determined that it is in the best interests of the city to amend Title 10 ECC to implement the recommended uniform provisions, including that (a) members of all advisory bodies shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council; (b) the standard term of membership for advisory body positions shall be three years; (c) no individual shall serve more than two full consecutive terms on any single advisory body; and (d) the naming conventions used throughout Title 10 ECC shall be conformed to consistent usage of "advisory body" and related terminology; and WHEREAS, the city no longer maintains a self-insured medical program, and the medical self-insurance advisory board established by Chapter 10.31 ECC therefore no longer serves an active purpose and should be repealed; and WHEREAS, the city council has further determined that Chapter 10.55 ECC (Edmonds Youth Commission) should be repealed; and Item 9.5 Packet pg. 248/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 248/431 WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 537 of the City of Edmonds, which established a municipal defense commission, is obsolete and should be repealed; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Amendment of Title 10 ECC. Title 10 ECC, currently entitled "Boards and Commissions," is hereby amended and renamed "Advisory Bodies" to read as set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein as if set forth in full (new text is shown in underline; deleted text is shown in strikethrough). The amendments set forth in Exhibit A include, among other things, the repeal in their entirety of Chapter 10.31 ECC (Medical Self-Insurance Advisory Board) and Chapter 10.55 ECC (Edmonds Youth Commission). Section 2. Repeal of Ordinance No. 537. Ordinance No. 537 of the City of Edmonds, which established a municipal defense commission, is hereby repealed in its entirety. Section 3. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional 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 9.5 Packet pg. 249/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 249/431 ATTEST/AUTHENTICATE: CITY CLERK, LUKE LONIE APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: BY JEFF TARADAY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: INSERT DATE PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: INSERT DATE PUBLISHED: INSERT DATE EFFECTIVE DATE: INSERT DATE ORDINANCE NO: XXXX Item 9.5 Packet pg. 250/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 250/431 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, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE EDMONDS CITY CODE (BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS) TO RENAME THE TITLE "ADVISORY BODIES," TO ESTABLISH UNIFORM DEFINITIONS, APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES, TERMS, AND TERM LIMITS FOR CITY ADVISORY BODIES, TO CONFORM TERMINOLOGY AND NAMING CONVENTIONS FOR SPECIFIC ADVISORY BODIES, TO REPEAL CHAPTER 10.31 ECC (MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD) AND CHAPTER 10.55 ECC (EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION), AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 537; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this ____ day of _______, 2026. CITY CLERK, LUKE LONIE Item 9.5 Packet pg. 251/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 251/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 1 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Title 10 BOARDS AND COMMISSIONSADVISORY BODIES Chapters: 10.01 Notification and Application Procedures and Council Confirmation 10.01 General Procedures for Advisory Bodies 10.02 Open Public Meetings Act Training 10.03 Student Representatives on City’s Boards and Commissions 10.03 Student Representatives on City’s Advisory Bodies 10.05 Architectural Design Board 10.15 Repealed 10.16 Cemetery Board 10.20 Edmonds Civic Arts Commission 10.20 Edmonds Civic Arts Advisory Board 10.25 Civil Service Commission 10.30 Disability Board 10.31 Medical Self-Insurance Advisory Board 10.35 Hearing Examiner 10.40 Planning Board 10.50 Repealed 10.55 Edmonds Youth Commission 10.60 Edmonds Sister City Commission 10.65 Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility CommissionAdvisory Board 10.70 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 10.75 Citizens Economic Development Commission 10.75 Economic Development Advisory Board 10.80 Salary Commission 10.90 Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission 10.90 Edmonds Historic Preservation Advisory Board [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 252/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 252/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 2 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.95 Citizens’ Tree Board10.95 Edmonds Tree Board Chapter 10.01 GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR ADVISORY BODIES NOTIFICATION AND APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND COUNCIL CONFIRMATION Sections: 10.01.010 Public notification of service opportunities.10.01.010 Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. 10.01.020 Reserved.10.01.020 Public notification of service opportunities. 10.01.030 Reserved.10.01.030 Appointment and terms. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. 10.01.060 Reserved. 10.01.070 Resignations. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. 10.01.100 Reserved. 10.01.100 Staff Staffliaisons – administrative support. 10.01.010 Public notification of service opportunities. Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. The public shall be notified of all opportunities to serve on the boards and commissions codified in this title, including, but not limited to, opportunities to fill positions that have become vacant and positions whose terms will be expiring when the appointing authority [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 253/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 253/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 3 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. chooses to seek new applicants and/or when the office holder is not interested in reappointment for another term. A. For positions that have become vacant, public notice shall be provided no later than 14 days after the vacancy occurs. B. For positions whose terms will be expiring, public notice shall be provided no later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. A. For the purposes of this title, “advisory body” means any board, commission, or committee established by ordinance or resolution and authorized by city council to advise on matters or perform regulatory functions as prescribed by the city council or applicable law. “Advisory body” does not include task forces, work groups or other informal committees created for a limited period to address a specific need or issue. B. The provisions of this chapter apply to each advisory body except as otherwise stated in this code or where inconsistent with state law. C. Advisory bodies may adopt rules of procedure or bylaws, provided they are in alignment with the municipal code. Any rules or bylaws adopted by a majority of the advisory body shall be published on the city’s website or otherwise available for public inspection. If the body’s regular meeting dates and times are not specified in the municipal code, the rules of procedure or bylaws shall include that information. 10.01.020 Reserved. Public notification of service opportunities. The public shall be notified of all opportunities to serve on the advisory bodies codified in this title, including, but not limited to, opportunities to fill positions that have become vacant and positions whose terms will be expiring when the appointing authority chooses to seek new applicants and/or when the office holder is not interested in reappointment for another term. A. For positions that have become vacant, public notice shall be provided no later than 14 days after the vacancy occurs. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 254/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 254/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 4 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. For positions whose terms will be expiring, public notice shall be provided no later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.030 Reserved. Appointment and terms. A. Members of all advisory bodies shall be appointed by the mayor and subject to confirmation by the city council as specified in ECC 10.01.090. B. The term for all advisory body positions shall be three years. C. No individual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on any single advisory body. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shall not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section. A vacancy for an unexpired term shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. Incumbents who are eligible and interested in serving another term need not submit an application to be considered for re-appointment to another term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. Where a member of an advisory body a board or commission was duly appointed to hold office for a definite term as described elsewhere in this title, that member shall be authorized to hold over and continue serving in the office until their successor has been duly appointed (and confirmed, if applicable) even where the member’s definite term has expired. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. A. Applications shall not be reviewed and considered, nor shall submission be required, until: [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 255/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 255/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 5 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring At least 14 days after the notice completion date At least 30 days after the notice completion date B. The mayor appointing authority shall appoint someone to fill the vacancy: For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring No later than 90 days after the vacancy occurs No later than 90 days after the expiration of the term C. In the event that no qualified applicant has responded by the application deadline, the appointing authority shall restart the process shall restart with a new round of public notification. D. The mayor appointing authority shall provide notice to the city council of the appointment within five days of making the appointment. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. A. Once the deadline for appointment set forth in ECC 10.01.050(B) has expired without an appointment having been made, the appointing authority for that position shall transfer to the council presidentsuccessor appointing authority, who will resume the appointment process where it was left, when feasible, or restart the appointment process from the beginning. B. Where the mayor had been the appointing authority, the successor appointing authority shall be the council president. C. Where a councilmember had been the appointing authority, the successor appointing authority shall be the mayor. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.060 Reserved. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 256/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 256/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 6 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.01.070 Resignations. A vacancy caused by resignation shall be deemed to occur upon the effective date of the resignation. Where an intended resignation is announced in advance, no vacancy occurs until the date set forth in the resignation announcement. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. The city shall maintain and post on the city website a roster of all bodies established by this title, including the term expiration date of each position. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. When the provisions of city ordinances require the confirmation by the city council of any appointment, whether to an advisory body a board or commission established by this title or of a public officer in accordance with provisions of ECC Title 2, such confirmation shall be expressed by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the whole membership of the city council. The city council shall take action on a proposed confirmation no later than 30 days after the city council has been notified of an appointment. The transfer of appointing authority provisions of this chapter do not divest the appointing authority of the ability to make a subsequent appointment in the event that the city council fails to confirm an appointee, except where a subsequent appointment is not made in a timely manner. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2521, 1985. Formerly 10.01.010]. 10.01.100 Staff liaisons – administrative supportReserved. For each advisory body, the mayor shall identify at least one city employee to act as the body’s staff liaison. Staff liaisons will provide reasonable administrative support, as appropriate, which may include setting meeting agendas in collaboration with the body’s chair, noticing meetings, preparation and posting of meeting minutes, and providing guidance regarding the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 257/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 257/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 7 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.02 OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT TRAINING Sections: 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. A. Every member of an Edmonds board or commission advisory or governing body must complete training on the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 42.30 RCW, no later than 90 days after the date the member either: 1. Takes the oath of office, if the member is required to take an oath of office to assume his or her duties as a public official; or 2. Otherwise assumes his or her duties as a public official or advisory board member. B. In addition to the training required under subsection (A) of this section, 1. every Each member of an Edmonds board or commissionadvisory body must complete training at intervals of no more than four three years as long as the individual is a member of an Edmonds board or commissionadvisory body. 1.2. Each member of the Edmonds City Council must complete additional training at intervals of no more than four years as long as the individual is a member of Edmonds City Council. C. Training may be completed remotely with technology including but not limited to internet- based training. D. Within seven days of completing Open Public Meetings Act training, the Edmonds board or commissionadvisory advisory body member shall provide a certificate of completion to the city clerk. [Ord. 4172 § 1, 2019]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 258/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 258/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 8 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.03 STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES ON CITY’S BOARDS AND COMMISSIONSADVISORY BODIES Sections: 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. 10.03.020 Qualifications. 10.03.030 Appointment process. 10.03.040 Term. 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. Any advisory body board or commission that derives its authority from the ordinances codified in this title may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the board or commissionadvisory body. This person shall be known as a student representative. Student representatives may not attend executive sessions of the body to which they have been appointed. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.020 Qualifications. Student representatives must be residents of the city of Edmonds, but they need not attend school in Edmonds. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.030 Appointment process. Vacancies should be publicized on the city’s website and through outreach to local high schools and colleges when city resources allow for such publication and outreach. Each board or commissionadvisory body interested in appointing a student representative is authorized to prepare a short application form that is relevant to the charge of the board or commissionadvisory body. If more than one application is submitted, all applications shall be forwarded to the board or commissionbody for consideration. After the applications have been [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 259/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 259/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 9 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. considered, nominations shall be voted on by the board or commissionadvisory body in an open public meeting. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.040 Term. Each student representative shall serve a one-year term that commences on September 1st of each year. Student representative attendance at body board or commission meetings during the summer shall be optional and any absences during the summer shall be excused by the board or commissionbody. A student representative may apply for reappointment to the same position for successive terms; provided, that the body board or commission shall evaluate all applicants for the student representative position and any reappointment shall be voted on in an open public meeting. A student representative may be removed for cause prior to the end of the term on a super majority vote of the full body board or commission. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. Chapter 10.05 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD Sections: 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. A. There is created an architectural design board consisting of seven members. The membership of said board shall be composed of two architects and/or building designers, one landscaper and/or landscape architect, one builder or developer, one educated or having practical experience in planning or any related design science, and two lay persons. The lay members shall reside within the city limits of the city of Edmonds. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 260/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 260/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 10 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Voting members of said board shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. Members shall be selected without respect to political affiliation and they shall serve without compensation. C. No personindividual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on the board. An appointment to fill a vacancy for less than two yearsan unexpired term shall not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section, as per ECC 10.01.030. D. All references in the Edmonds City Code to “city amenities design board,” “amenities design board” or “ADB” shall be deemed to refer to the architectural design board. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2281 § 1, 1982; Ord. 2040 § 1, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 1, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. In order to ensure that the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: Position No. 1 – 1991 Position No. 2 – 1988 Position No. 3 – 1989 Position No. 4 – 1990 Position No. 5 – 1990 Position No. 6 – 1991 Position No. 7 – 1988 Thereafter, the terms of membership for the members of the board shall be three four years. No person shall serve more than two full consecutive terms; an appointment to fill a portion of an unexpired term less than two years in length shall not be considered a full termTerm limits and vacancy service are governed by ECC 10.01.030. Vacancies occurring otherwise than upon the expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor following a public hearing, with the approval of the city council, for inefficiency, [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 261/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 261/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 11 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. neglect of duty, or misfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by the provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 2656 § 1, 1988; Ord. 2040 § 2, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 2, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of a quorum may transact any particular business of the board. A regular meeting of the board is held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2529, 1985; Ord. 1980, 1978; Ord. 1763 § 2, 1975; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. The board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council, planning commission board and the planning department on matters hereinafter enumerated and on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department: A. To study and prepare a recommendation for a comprehensive architectural design plan including the recommendation of establishment of specific design districts which shall be a part of the comprehensive plan. B. To review and study land use within the city of Edmonds from a design standpoint. C. To establish goals, objectives and policies for design districts. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 262/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 262/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 12 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. D. To recommend legislation to effectuate the implementation of the comprehensive architectural design plan and the goals, objectives and policies for each established design district. E. And for such other matters as shall be referred to the board for review and recommendation by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department. [Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. Chapter 10.15 BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS (Repealed by Ord. 4314) Chapter 10.16 CEMETERY BOARD Sections: 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. 10.16.040 Powers of board. 10.16.050 Annual report. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. 10.16.200 Severability. 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. The cemetery board shall be composed of up to seven community members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. Members shall be appointed for threefour-year terms terminating on December 31st. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2570, 1986; Ord. 2306, 1982]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 263/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 263/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 13 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. Vacancies occurring other than through the expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor, with approval of the city council, after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty or malfeasance in office. Members shall also be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 2, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 2, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982]. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing officers from the members of the board, including a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The board shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meetings in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Staff assistance will be provided at the discretion of the mayor. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015]. 10.16.040 Powers of board. The cemetery board shall work with the parks department to: A. Establish rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this chapter. B. Make recommendations for the improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. C. Accept any gift of money or property on behalf of the cemetery. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 3, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.030]. 10.16.050 Annual report. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 264/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 264/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 14 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. The board shall report annually to the council concerning the operations of the cemetery, the short and long term goals of the board concerning the cemetery and a report on the activities of the board. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.040]. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. A. There are hereby created two special funds of the city to be known as the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund. Pursuant to RCW 68.52.040, the city council shall, each year as a part of the budget process, allocate revenue from lot sales, burial fees, and all bequests, gifts and donations received with respect to the cemetery on a percentage basis to said funds. 1. The cemetery improvement fund was established to provide for the day-to-day operations of the cemetery, including special events. Expenditures of this fund may be made both from principal and income and the entire amount of such fund may be expended in any year when such expenditures are within the annual budget approved by the city council. 2. The cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be held in trust for future expenditure solely for the purpose of maintaining the cemetery and any capital improvements or facilities located therein in the foreseeable future. Expenditures from this fund shall be limited to the income earned by said funds along with any additional funds appropriated to this fund by the council or donated by any party for the purpose of annual maintenance. To the extent permitted by law, the city council hereby impresses the current fund balance of this fund, as well as any private donations made in trust in favor of the estate of any person buried therein by the descendants of such persons, the Hubbard Family Foundation and any other persons or entities donating funds to the cemetery maintenance trust fund for the sole purpose of maintenance of the cemetery and its capital improvements. 3. The city council shall consider the number of unsold lots, the future market value of unsold lots, and the probable earnings of the trust fund when fully funded by the sale of all lots when allocating revenue. The goal shall be to actuarially fund the cemetery and maintenance fund with sufficient monies so that it may become and remain a self-sufficient source of funding for all recurring maintenance of the cemetery. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 265/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 265/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 15 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Any monies in said funds, surplus and available for investment, shall be managed in accordance with RCW 68.52.060. This section shall be considered approval of investments in accordance with RCW 68.52.065 subject to the annual review of the city council in the budget process. All investments shall be reviewed and approved by the administrative services director. C. Monies shall be paid out of said funds only upon warrants drawn by the city and approved in the manner set forth in Chapter 2.25 ECC. All warrants shall be endorsed by the mayor and attested by the city administrative services director. In no event shall any monies be expended from the cemetery maintenance trust fund in excess of the annual income earned nor shall any money be diverted from such trust fund to any purpose other than provided in this chapter. To the extent permitted by law, the council hereby prohibits itself and future councils from diverting funds for the cemetery maintenance trust fund, while reserving its right to budget monies to or approve expenditures from the cemetery maintenance trust funding future budget years as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate in order to actuarially provide for the establishment of a fund which will generate sufficient income to meet the future foreseeable maintenance needs of the cemetery. Expenditures of monies from the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be provided for in the annual budget by the council subject to the recommendation of the cemetery board. [Ord. 4314 § 41 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3797 § 1, 2010; Ord. 2827 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2596 § 1, 1986. Formerly 10.16.050]. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. The cemetery board shall, at all times, be deemed subordinate to the city council and the city council shall have power to settle all disputes and regulate, modify and supervise the exercise of the powers herein granted. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.060]. 10.16.200 Severability. If any word, clause, phrase or other portion of this chapter is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining words, clauses, phrases and other portions of this chapter shall not be affected. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 266/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 266/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 16 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.20 EDMONDS CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION1ADVISORY BOARD1 Sections: 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose of commission – Number of members. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. 10.20.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. 1 Prior legislation: Ords. 1765, 1827, 2035 and 2976. 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose of commission – Number of members. A. The purpose of the Edmonds civic arts advisory board commission is to promote the arts as an integral part of community life. The commissionboard provides quality experiences to increase public awareness of the arts, assisting the work of students, artists and local arts organizations, while providing public art that contributes to the community identity and establishing and pursuing long range goals to benefit the arts and the community. B. There is established an Edmonds civic arts advisory board commission which shall be composed of seven members who shall be appointed by the mayor subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. All members of the commissionboard shall be residents of the Edmonds community. At least four members of the commissionboard shall be involved in the instruction of, or otherwise professionally engaged in, the visual, literary and/or performing arts. [Ord. 3626 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. A. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 267/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 267/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 17 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Position No. 1: 1979; Position No. 2: 1980; Position No. 3: 1980; Position No. 4: 1981; Position No. 5: 1981; Position No. 6: 1978; Position No. 7: 1979. Thereafter, the term of membership shall be for three four years. B. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. Members may be removed by the mayor with approval of the city council after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. C. No person shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms onTerm limits and the commission. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shallfilling not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section. A vacancyvacancies for an unexpired term shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointmentboard are governed by ECC 10.01.030. [Ord. 3626 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the commissionboard shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the commissionboard a chairman and a vice-chairman, and such other officers as may be determined by the commissionboard. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice-chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The commissionboard shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 268/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 268/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 18 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. The commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council or other commission or boardadvisory board of the city on matters including but not limited to those set forth hereinafter. The activities of the commission board shall include the following: A. To represent the city’s interest in art matters and the interest of the arts in city matters and to keep the mayor and city council informed on all such related matters; B. To be a central body to whom art organizations, artists and anyone interested in cultural advancement of the community may come for information or assistance; C. To encourage and aid programs for cultural enrichment of Edmonds citizens; D. To coordinate and strengthen existing cultural organizations and to develop cooperation with schools and regional and national art organizations; E. To explore ways and implement methods of obtaining financial support through development of private, local, state and federal funds and establishing public/private partnerships to promote cultural projects within the community; F. To review and make recommendations on all art acquisitions, on facilities used for cultural events and other capital expenditures for cultural projects in the city; G. To review proposed arts-related projects or events to recommend to the city those which may provide benefit to the community; H. To explore and promote arts-related projects, events and businesses which may provide an economic benefit to the city or which beautify and enhance the image of the city; I. To engage in long range cultural planning and implementation as well as review city plans for the purpose of integration of arts elements into city planning including education, public finance, community services, etc.; [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 269/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 269/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 19 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. J. To establish liaisons and set up mechanisms for communication with city boards and commissionadvisory bodies and other organizations as appropriate; K. To recognize the contributions made by individuals and organizations to the cultural life of the city; L. To provide periodic reports to the mayor and council on the progress of the work plan and prepare and submit an annual report; M. To render any other advice and assistant in cultural matters, aesthetics, and beautification; and N. To render any other advice and assistance to the city in any other artistic activities as may be referred to by the city. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. The following process has been developed in order to utilize the expertise of the commissionboard, acting in conjunction with a representative of the architectural design board on architectural elements of public buildings, and with the comments of the public in order to develop a recommendation to the Edmonds city council regarding contracts for significant works of public art and all public arts projects, whether freestanding or erected as a part of a design component of a public building, which are visible from public ways or adjacent private property. The commission board in the exercise of its powers shall utilize at least the following elements in the selection process: A. Develop a prospectus for announcing perspective purchases of or commissions for public art. Such a prospectus shall be submitted and finally approved by the city council prior to publication. B. Obtain proposals through appropriate public advertisements and direct mailings to artists of note. The advertisement need not be confined to the city’s official newspaper. Rather the commission board may utilize other magazines and newsletters which are better designed to reach the artistic community, and particularly artists whose work is compatible with the type of work contemplated by the commission board and approved by the city council. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 270/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 270/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 20 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. The commission board shall establish a jury to select finalists from among the members of the commissionbaordboard. The jury shall also include a representative of the architectural design board when appropriate to comment on architectural elements of public buildings, the city council and the public. D. The finalists for any project shall be presented at a public hearing before the jury. The public shall be heard in conjunction with the presentation of the finalists’ proposals. Notice of the hearing shall be posted at the site and the locations designated by ordinance for the posting of official city notices. Posting shall be performed by the city clerk or the clerk’s designee. A public hearing on an art work or design component of a public facility which is visible from a public way or adjacent private property shall also direct written notice of the hearing to the owners of private property within 300 feet of the site selected for the erection of the work. E. The jury through the commission shall make its recommendation to the city council in writing and present the artist and proposed work of art to the city council at a public hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be provided as set forth in subsection (D) of this section. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. Chapter 10.25 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Sections: 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. 10.25.015 Terms limited. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. 10.25.030 Scope. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 271/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 271/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 21 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. 10.25.140 Definitions. 10.25.150 Severability. 10.25.160 Applicability. 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. There is created in the city a civil service commission which shall be composed of three persons. The members of such commission shall be appointed by the mayor; provided, that the members of the civil service commission constituted pursuant to the Edmonds City Code chapters repealed at the enactment of the ordinance codified in this chapter shall be the initial commissioners of the newly created civil service commission and shall continue in office until the term of their original appointment expires. The members of such commission shall serve without compensation. No person shall be appointed a member of such commission who is not a citizen of the United States, a resident of such city for at least three years immediately preceding such appointment, and an elector of the county wherein he resides. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of such commissioners shall be for six years pursuant to RCW 41.12.030. Any member of such commission may be removed from office for incompetency, incompatibility or dereliction of duty, or malfeasance in office, or other good cause; provided, however, that no member of the commission shall be removed until charges have been preferred in writing, due notice and a full hearing had. The members of such commission shall devote due time and attention to the performance of the duties hereinafter specified and imposed upon them by this chapter. Two members of such commission shall constitute a quorum and the votes of any two members of such commission concurring shall be sufficient for the decision of all matters and the transaction of all business to be decided or transacted by the commission under or by virtue of the provisions of this chapter. Confirmation of the appointment or appointments of commissioners by the city council shall not be required. [Ord. 2441 § 1, 1984]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 272/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 272/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 22 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.25.015 Terms limited. No civil service commissioner shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. An appointment to fill the unexpired portion of aa vacancy for an unexpired term less than two years in length shall not constitute a full term. [Ord. 2656 § 2, 1988]. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. A. Immediately after appointment, the commission shall organize by electing one of its members chairperson and hold regular meetings at least once a month, and such additional meetings as may be required for the proper discharge of their duties. It shall be the duty of the civil service commission: 1. To make suitable rules and regulations to implement this chapter which are not inconsistent with the provisions thereof. Such rules and regulations shall provide in detail the manner in which examinations may be held, and appointments, promotions, transfers, reinstatements, demotions, suspensions and discharges shall be made. The rules and regulations and any amendments thereof shall be reproduced for free public distribution; 2. All tests shall be practical and shall consist only of subjects which will fairly determine the capacity of persons examined to perform duties of the position to which appointment is to be made, and may include tests of physical fitness and/or of manual skill; 3. The commission is hereby authorized to extend the following credits and preference to applicants: a. The rules and regulations adopted by the commission shall provide for a credit of 10 percent in favor of all applicants for appointment under civil service, who in time of war or any expedition of the Armed Forces of the United States, have served in and have been honorably discharged from the Armed Services of the United States, including the Army, Navy and Marine Corps and the American Red Cross. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only; and/or [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 273/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 273/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 23 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. b. The civil service commission may, in its discretion, provide for a preference not to exceed five percent in favor of all applicants who have successfully completed at least two years of service with the Edmonds police reserve unit or as volunteers with the Edmonds fire department. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only, to be added to the score of applicants who have successfully passed the written, oral and physical tests on certification to the eligibility list. This preference shall apply only to positions of initial hire, and shall be uniformly applied during the selection process for any position; 4. The commission shall make investigations concerning and report upon all matters touching the enforcement and effect of the provisions of this chapter, and the rules and regulations prescribed hereunder; inspect all institutions, department, offices, places, positions and employments affected by this chapter, and ascertain whether this chapter and all such rules and regulations are being obeyed; 5. Such investigations may be made by the commission or by any commissioner designated by the commission for that purpose. Not only must these investigations be made by the commission as aforesaid, but the commission must make like investigation on petition of a citizen, duly verified, stating that irregularities or abuses exist, or setting forth in concise language, in writing, the necessity for such investigation. In the course of such investigation, the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall have the power to administer oaths, subpoena and require the attendance of witnesses and the production by them of books, papers, documents and accounts appertaining to the investigation and also to cause the deposition of witnesses residing within or without the state to be taken in the manner prescribed by law for like depositions in civil actions in the superior court; and the oaths administered by a superior court judge in his judicial capacity; and the failure upon the part of any person so subpoenaed to comply with the provisions of this section shall be deemed a violation of this chapter and punishable as such; 6. All hearings and investigations before the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall be governed by this chapter and by rules of practice and procedure to be adopted by the commission, and in the conduct thereof neither the commission nor designated commissioner shall be bound by the technical rules of evidence. No informality in any proceedings or hearing, or in the manner of taking testimony before the commission or designated commissioner, shall invalidate any order, decision, rule or regulation made, [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 274/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 274/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 24 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. approved or confirmed by the commission; provided, however, that no order, decision, rule or regulation made by any designated commissioner conducting any hearing or investigation alone shall be of any force or effect whatsoever unless and until concurred in by at least one of the other two members; 7. To hear and determine appeals or complaints respecting the administrative work of the personnel department, appeals upon the allocation of positions, the rejection of an examination and such other matters as may be referred to the commission pursuant to the duties outlined in subsection (A)(1) of this section; 8. Establish and maintain in card or other suitable form a roster of employees covered by civil service; 9. Provide for, formulate and hold competitive tests to determine the relative qualifications of persons who seek employment in any class or position and as a result thereof establish eligible lists for the various classes of positions as established by the city, and to provide that employees laid off because of curtailment of expenditures, reduction in force, and for like cause, head the list in the order of their seniority, to the end that they shall be the first to be reemployed; 10. When a vacant position is to be filled, to certify to the appointing authority, on written request, the names of the individuals highest on the eligible list for the class and the numbers provided for in this chapter. If there are no such lists, the commission shall make the provision in their rules for provisional or temporary appointments for such positions. Such temporary or provisional appointments shall not exceed a period of six months in duration but may be extended for up to an additional six months if for any reason it cannot be determined at the expiration of the initial appointment that the position being filled by temporary or provisional appointment will in fact be vacant, such as in the instance of a position vacant due to an officer on disability leave under the LEOFF Act or for other good cause which in the discretion of the commission warrants an additional extension of such a provisional or temporary appointment; 11. Keep such records as may be necessary for the proper administration of this chapter. B. The commission shall appoint a secretary and chief examiner. It may either designate a staff member from the city’s personnel department or may contract with funds provided by the city with an independent contractor to fill the position. Nothing in this section shall require hiring [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 275/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 275/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 25 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. under civil service procedures to fill these positions nor extend civil service protection to those persons designated or contracted to serve. [Ord. 3698 § 1, 2008; Ord. 2627 § 1, 1987; Ord. 2441 §§ 2, 4, 1984]. 10.25.030 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all full-time police personnel of the city except as provided herein: A. The position of police chief shall be exempt from civil service coverage. The police chief shall have the authority to exclude an additional number of positions, to be designated the unclassified service. The number of such persons who may be designated shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of RCW 41.12.050. B. The selection of specific positions to be in the unclassified service and exempt from civil service shall be made by the police chief, who shall notify the civil service commission of his or her selection. Subsequent changes in the designation of which positions are in the unclassified service may be made only with the concurrence of the police chief, the mayor, and the civil service commission, and then only after the civil service commission has heard the issue in an open hearing. C. If a position initially selected by the police chief to be in the unclassified service is in the classified civil service at the time of selection, and if the position is occupied, the employee occupying the position has the right to return to the next highest position or like position in the classified civil service. D. When the police chief has been appointed from within the department and has previously established tenure within the classified service, he or she shall retain the civil service rank to which he or she has vested. The chief serves at will and may be removed with or without cause at any time. In the event that the chief is removed without cause, the chief may, at his or her option, return to the last tenured position in the classified service. Civil service tenure may be terminated only for cause in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. E. All appointments to and promotions in the classified service of the department shall be made solely on merit, efficiency and fitness except as specifically provided in RCW 35.13.360 through 35.13.400, which shall be ascertained by open, competitive examination and impartial [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 276/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 276/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 26 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. investigation. No person in the unclassified service shall be reinstated in or transferred, suspended or discharged from any such place, position, or employment, contrary to the provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 3664 § 1, 2007; Ord. 2816 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2444, 1984]. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. For the benefit of the public service and to prevent delay, injury or interruption therein by reason of the enactment of this chapter, all persons having completed probation and in the police or fire department subject to civil service coverage as defined in ECC 10.25.030 are hereby declared permanently appointed under civil service to the offices, places, positions or employments which they shall then hold respectively, and not on probation; and every such person is hereby automatically adopted and inducted permanently into civil service, into such office, place, position or employment which such person then holds. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States of America who can read and write the English language. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be of an age suitable for the position applied for, in ordinary good health, of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits; these facts to be ascertained in such manner as the commission may deem advisable. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. The tenure of everyone holding an office, place, position or employment under the provisions of this chapter shall be only during good behavior and any such person may be removed or discharged, suspended without pay, demoted, reduced in rank, or deprived of vacation privileges or other special privileges for any of the following reasons: [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 277/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 277/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 27 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Incompetency, inefficiency or inattention to or dereliction of duty; B. Dishonesty, intemperance, immoral conduct, insubordination, discourteous treatment of the public or a fellow employee, or any other act of omission or commission tending to injure the public service; or any other willful failure on the part of the employee to properly conduct himself; or any willful violation of the provisions of this chapter or the rules and regulations to be adopted hereunder; C. Mental or physical unfitness for the position which the employee holds; D. Dishonest, disgraceful, immoral or prejudicial conduct; E. Drunkenness or use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics or any other habit forming drug, liquid or preparation to such extent that the use thereof interferes with the efficiency or mental or physical fitness of the employee, or which precludes the employee from properly performing the function and duties of any position under civil service; F. Conviction of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; G. Any other act or failure to act which in the judgment of the civil service commissioners is sufficient to show the offender to be an unsuitable and unfit person to be employed in the public service. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. No person in the classified civil service who shall have been permanently appointed or inducted into civil service under provisions of this chapter shall be removed, suspended, demoted or discharged except for cause, and only upon written accusation of the appointing authority or any citizen or taxpayer; a written statement of which accusation, in general terms, shall be served upon the accused and a duplicate filed with the commission. Any person so removed, suspended, demoted or discharged may, within 10 days from the time of his removal, suspension, demotion or discharge, file with the commission a written demand for an investigation whereupon the commission shall conduct such investigation. The investigation shall be confined to the determination of the question of whether such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge was or was not made for political or religious reasons, and was or was [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 278/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 278/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 28 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. not made in good faith for cause. After such investigation, the commission may affirm the removal, or if it shall find that the removal, suspension or demotion was made for political or religious reasons, or was not made in good faith for cause, shall order the immediate reinstatement or reemployment of such person in the office, place, position or employment from which such person was removed, suspended, demoted or discharged; which reinstatement shall, if the commission so provides in its discretion, be retroactive, and entitle such person to pay or compensation from the time of such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge. The commission, upon such investigation in lieu of affirming the removal, suspension, demotion or discharge by directing a suspension, without pay, for a given period, and subsequent restoration to duty, or demotion in classification grade, or pay; the findings of the commission shall be certified in writing to the appointing power and shall be forthwith enforced by such officer. All investigations made by the commission pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be had by public hearing, after reasonable notice to the accused of the time and place of such hearing, at which hearing the accused shall be afforded an opportunity of appearing in person and by counsel and presenting his/her defense. If such judgment or order be concurred in by the commission or a majority thereof, the accused may appeal therefrom to the court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits of the county wherein he resides. Such appeal shall be taken by serving the commission, within 30 days after the entry of such judgment or order, a written notice of appeal, stating the grounds thereof and demanding that a certified transcript of the record and all papers on file in the office of the commission affecting or relating to such judgment or order, be filed by the commission with such court. The commission shall, within 10 days after the filing of such notice, make, certify and file such transcript with such court. The court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits shall thereupon proceed to hear and determine such appeal in a summary manner; provided, however, that such hearing shall be confined to the determination of whether the judgment or order of removal, discharge, demotion or suspension made by the commission was or was not made in good faith for cause, and no appeal to such court shall be taken except upon such ground or grounds. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 279/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 279/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 29 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Original Appointment to Department. Whenever a vacancy exists, or upon the request of the appointing authority, the commission shall certify the names of the persons highest on the applicable eligibility list for the class who are willing to accept appointments in the following numbers: 1. For lists developed through internal testing on an annual basis, or more frequently as requested by the appointing authority, the names of the top five candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veteran’s preference, if applicable. 2. In the continuing testing process, the names of no more than the top 20 candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veterans’ preference, if applicable. B. Promotion Appointments. Whenever the appointing authority determines that a vacancy shall be filled by a promotional appointment, the commission shall certify from the appropriate eligibility list names as follows: 1. For each and every police officer position above the rank of second class police officer, the commission shall certify the three highest names on such list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 2. For all other employee and noncommissioned positions covered by civil service, the commission shall certify the three highest names on the eligibility list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 3. Nothing herein shall obligate the appointment authority to fill any position. C. Procedure to Fill Vacancies. If more than one vacancy is to be filled, an additional name shall be certified for each additional vacancy. The appointing authority shall after review of the person so certified appoint one person to each such vacant position. If any person certified by the commission is removed from the list or otherwise requests not to be considered for appointment, the commission shall forthwith certify the next highest person on the list to replace those removed. The commission in their rules shall establish a procedure for removal of names from the eligibility list either prior to or subsequent to certification to the appointment authority. Whenever requisition is to be made or whenever a position is held by a temporary appointee and an eligible list for the class of such position exists, the commission shall forthwith certify the names of the persons eligible for appointment to the appointing [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 280/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 280/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 30 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. power and the appointing power shall appoint one person so certified; provided they are found to be in fact qualified, to the position. D. Probation – Extensions. To enable the appointing authority to exercise a choice in the filling of promotions, no appointment, employment or promotion in any position in the classified service shall be deemed complete until after the completion of a satisfactorily served probationary period. The probationary period for new employees shall be 12 months. The probationary period for persons promoted or transferred to positions with different job descriptions shall be 12 months. Persons re-employed who have formerly acquired permanent status in the class shall not be subject to probation. During such probationary periods, the appointing power may terminate the employment of the person certified, if during the performance test thus afforded, upon observation or consideration of the performance of duty, the appointing authority shall designate one of the persons certified as standing within the next three persons highest on the list. Such person shall likewise enter upon the duties until some person is found who is deemed fit for appointment, employment or promotion for the probationary period provided therefor, whereupon the appointment, employment or promotion shall be deemed to be complete. The commission shall provide a procedure in their rules for extending probationary period of any employee for up to an additional six months if requested by the appointing authority. [Ord. 4112 § 1, 2018; Ord. 3999 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3698 § 2, 2008; Ord. 2656A, 1988; Ord. 2569, 1986; Ord. 2441 § 3, 1984]. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. All offices, places, classifications, job descriptions, positions and employments coming within the purview of this chapter shall be created by the mayor and city council or mayor or whoever otherwise is vested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person coming within the purview of this chapter, and nothing contained in this section shall infringe upon the power and authority of any such person or group of persons, or appointing authority, to fix the salaries and compensation of all employees employed hereunder. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 281/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 281/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 31 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. It shall be the duty of the commission to begin and conduct all civil suits which may be necessary for the proper enforcement of this chapter and of the rules of the commission. The commission shall be represented in such suits by the chief legal officer of the city, or his/her designee, but the commission may in any case be represented by special counsel appointed by it. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. No commissioner or any other person, shall by himself or in cooperation with one or more persons defeat, deceive, or obstruct any person in respect of his right of examination or registration according to the rules and regulations of this chapter or falsely mark, grade, estimate or report upon the examination or proper standing of any person examined, registered or certified pursuant to the provisions of this chapter or aid in so doing, or make any false representation concerning the same, or concerning the person examined, or furnish any person any special or secret information for the purpose of improving or injuring the prospects or chances of any person so examined, registered or certified, or to be examined, registered or certified or persuade any other person, or permit or aid in any manner any other person to personate him in connection with any examination or registration of application or request to be examined or registered. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. Any person who shall willfully violate any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $100.00 and by imprisonment in the county jail for not longer than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. 10.25.140 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following mentioned terms shall have the following described meanings: [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 282/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 282/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 32 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. “Appointing authority or power” includes every person or group of persons who, acting singly or in conjunction, as a mayor, mayor’s designee, council or otherwise, is or are invested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. B. “Appointment” includes all means of selection, appointing or employing any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. C. “Commission” means the civil service commission herein created, and “commissioner” means any one of the three commissioners of that commission. D. “Full paid fire department” or “full paid firefighter” means that the officers and firemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to fire fighting and fire prevention activities and emergency medical services. E. “Full paid police department” or “full paid police officer” means that the officers and policemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to police duty. 10.25.150 Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause or phrase of this chapter shall for any reason be held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter. 10.25.160 Applicability. The examination and eligibility provisions of this chapter and establishment of positions covered by civil service by the provisions of this chapter shall be effective for all appointments made after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. [Ord. 2432, 1984]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 283/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 283/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 33 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.30 DISABILITY BOARD Sections: 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. A. Board Created. There is created a disability board having that jurisdiction over police officers and firefighters as provided by Chapter 41.26 RCW and, specifically, RCW 41.26.110 composed of the following five members: 1. Two members of the city council to be appointed by the mayor; 2. One active or retired firefighter to be elected by the firefighters employed by or retired from the city; 3. One active or retired law enforcement officer to be elected by police officers employed by or retired from the city; and 4. One member from the public at large who resides within the city of Edmonds to be appointed by the other four appointed members designated in this section. B. Terms. All members appointed or elected pursuant to this section shall serve for two-year terms pursuant to RCW 41.26.110(1)(a) . An appointment may be made to fill the unexpired portion of a term less than two years in length. Members shall not receive compensation for their service upon the disability board but shall be reimbursed for all travel expenses incidental to such service. The disability board shall perform all functions, exercise all powers, and make such determinations as specified under the foregoing laws of the state of Washington as they may be amended from time to time. [Ord. 3535 § 1, 2005; Ord. 2656 § 3, 1988; Ord. 1472, 1970]. Chapter 10.31 MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 284/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 284/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 34 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Sections: 10.31.010 Title – Board established. 10.31.020 Membership. 10.31.030 Terms of office. 10.31.040 Compensation. 10.31.050 Meetings. 10.31.060 Duties of board – Purpose. 10.31.010 Title – Board established. There is established for the city of Edmonds an employee advisory board to be known as the medical self-insurance advisory board. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.020 Membership. The Edmonds medical self-insurance advisory board shall be composed of the following: A. One representative from each of the unions who have entered into a collective bargaining agreement with the city of Edmonds; B. One representative for the employees not represented by a union; C. The mayor or his/her designee; D. One councilmember or council designee; E. The personnel manager. Union representatives shall be selected by their respective unions. The mayor shall appoint the representative for employees that are not represented by a union. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.030 Terms of office. Employee representatives on the board shall serve two-year terms. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 285/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 285/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 35 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.31.040 Compensation. No member of the board shall receive compensation for services performed. Reasonable expenses of the board and its members may be provided for by budgeted funds as approved by vote of the city council. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.050 Meetings. A. The board shall have at least one regular meeting per month on such day of the month and at such time as may be determined by the board, unless a specific meeting is cancelled by majority vote of the board. Special meetings may be held as often as the board deems necessary. B. For purposes of conducting the board’s business, exercising its powers and for all other purposes, a quorum of the board shall consist of a majority of its membership. Any action taken by a majority of those present, when those present constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting of the board, shall be deemed and taken as the action and decision of the board. C. The board shall elect such officers as it deems necessary in order to conduct its business. The board shall adopt such rules of procedure as it deems necessary. D. The board shall tape record or keep minutes of all meetings held and all business transacted. All records of the board shall be open for public inspection, except those that may be exempt from public disclosure under state law. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.060 Duties of board – Purpose. The board shall be responsible to the city council for providing advice and recommendations on the policies and administration of the medical self-insurance program, the fund for which is codified in Chapter 3.10 ECC. The board shall acquire authorization from the city council prior to undertaking any project or formulating any recommendation. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 286/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 286/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 36 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.35 HEARING EXAMINER Sections: 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. A. Appointment. There is created the office of the hearing examiner. The hearing examiner shall be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council for a term of four years. The first year of the term will be probationary during which year he or she will serve subject to the approval of the mayor. During the balance of the four-year term the hearing examiner may be removed only for good cause. B. Temporary Appointment. The mayor shall appoint a temporary hearing examiner to serve whenever the hearing examiner informs the mayor that he or she cannot serve. C. Conflict of Interest. The hearing examiner may hold no other position in the city government of Edmonds or be an employee of or contractor for any person under contract to the city of Edmonds. The hearing examiner shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1.14 ECC, Public Official Disclosure. D. Freedom from Improper Influence. No person shall interfere with the hearing examiner in the performance of his designated duties. The hearing examiner shall avoid prehearing contact with persons interested in a particular land use proposal, including the staff persons working on the same matter. If there is any prehearing contact, the hearing examiner shall disclose it on the record at the start of the hearing. The hearing examiner shall disqualify himself or herself if the prehearing contact would result in an unfair hearing, or an appearance of unfairness, and arrange for a temporary hearing examiner to hold the hearing. E. Powers and Duties. The hearing examiner shall review land use applications and issues as specified in Chapter 20.01 ECDC and related matters. F. The examiner holds regular hearings on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 3:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in- [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 287/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 287/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 37 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Annual Review. Every year during the first quarter, the hearing examiner shall prepare and present an oral and written report to the city council outlining the actions of the hearing examiner during the preceding calendar year. The purpose of such review is to enable the city council and the hearing examiner to coordinate city land use policy and philosophy. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 4076 § 1, 2017; Ord. 4028 § 4, 2016; Ord. 2381, 1983; Ord. 2215 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2169 § 2, 1980]. Chapter 10.40 PLANNING BOARD Sections: 10.40.010 Purpose. 10.40.020 Planning board. 10.40.030 Repealed. 10.40.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the creation of a planning board pursuant to Chapter 35A.63 RCW, and provide for its membership, organization, operation, and expenses. The planning board shall generally serve in an advisory capacity to the city in regional and local planning and specifically assist in the development of the comprehensive plan and development regulations and their successive review and amendment from time to time. The board shall have the additional duties specifically set forth in this chapter and such ad hoc duties as the city council may from time to time assign to it. [Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2170 § 2, 1980]. 10.40.020 Planning board. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 288/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 288/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 38 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Appointment. There is created the planning board, consisting of seven members. Each member shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council. 1. Members of the board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. 2. Although the city of Edmonds is not divided into political or geographical wards, it is the intent of this section that said board membership shall maintain a reasonable balance of geographical distribution throughout the city of Edmonds. 3. It is the intent of this section to maintain a diversified representation of occupations and experience on the planning board. To this end each appointee shall be considered for board membership according to his/her field of experience, among other factors. 4. An alternative member shall be appointed to serve in the event any regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason. In the event a regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason, the alternate shall have all the powers of a regular member, including the right to vote on board decisions. The alternate shall be subject to the same attendance requirements as regular board members. In the event that a regular position on the board shall be declared vacant, the alternate shall be deemed to fill such vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. B. Term. In order to provide for continuity of membership, members shall be assigned a position number. Except as provided below, two positions shall expire each year. The term of each position shall be four three years; provided, that the current term for each position shall expire, and a new term shall begin, at the end of the years shown, respectively, below; and further provided, that the current term for Position 1 will be a short term ending at the end of 2022, to be followed by a four-year term: Position One - 2022 Position Five - 2024 Position Two - 2022 Position Six - 2024 Position Three - 2023 Position Seven - 2021 Position Four - 2023 Alternate - 2021 [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 289/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 289/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 39 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. Powers and Duties. The planning board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the mayor and the city council in the following matters: 1. The board shall advise on all amendments to the comprehensive plan. This includes reviewing all elements of the plan on a periodic basis and reporting to the mayor and city council on the need for changes in the plan. It also includes holding public hearings and making recommendations to the mayor and city council on proposed changes to the plan, to the text of the development regulations, and also to the zoning map in the case of rezones, as provided in ECDC Title 20. Review of and recommendations for the plan may be prepared as a whole or in successive parts. 2. The board shall advise the mayor and city council on all parking matters that involve an amendment or other modification to any city ordinance or code section within the jurisdiction of the board. 3. The board shall serve as an ongoing park board and advise the mayor and city council on all matters relating to the acquisition and development of all city parks and recreation facilities. 4. The board shall do research and investigation on specific projects assigned to it by the mayor and city council. The board will analyze data collected, arrange for public participation, and organize its findings. The board will then present its findings to the mayor and city council detailing a summary of pertinent data, public contribution, alternatives available, and may, if appropriate, recommend a course of action, giving reasons for such recommendation. 5. The board shall have such other powers and duties as contained in Chapter 35A.63 RCW, as may be amended from time to time, that are not otherwise specifically delegated to the hearing examiner or other specific staff or agency of the city. D. Operation. 1. The city planning division shall provide regular staff services to the planning board. Other city departments shall provide staff services as requested by the planning board. 2. The city council shall establish an annual budget for planning board operations for services in addition to regular staff services. Should the planning board and planning staff determine that a particular project requires services in addition to those normally provided [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 290/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 290/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 40 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. by the city staff, then an estimate of needs detailing the type of assistance and funding required shall be presented to the city council for approval before that project is undertaken. 3. Four members of the board shall be the minimum number necessary to constitute a quorum for the transaction of business; provided, that the vote of not less than three members shall be necessary to take action on any particular item before it. 4. Regular meetings of the board are held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. 5. The city council shall meet periodically with the planning board at a city council meeting in order to review and update planning board agendas. The intent of this section is to stimulate continuing communication between mayor, city council and the planning board in an effort to identify and solve the problems facing the city of Edmonds. Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the manner in which items are placed on a planning board agenda nor the topics that may be considered by the planning board. 6. The board shall adopt rules of procedure and rules governing election and duties of officers of the board; provided, however, said rules shall pertain only to the internal procedures of the members and said rules and procedures may be questioned only by members of the board and do not give standing to question said procedures to nonmembers or other parties. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 3421 § 1, 2002; Ord. 3094 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2659, 1988; Ord. 2656 § 4, 1988; Ord. 2433, 1984; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2196 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2170 § 3, 1980]. 10.40.030 Coordinated report – Citizens economic development commission. Repealed by Ord. 4222. Chapter 10.50 PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 291/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 291/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 41 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. (Repealed by Ord. 4033) Chapter 10.55 EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION Sections: 10.55.010 Establishment and purpose of the commission. 10.55.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. 10.55.030 Officers of the commission – Meetings. 10.55.040 Powers and duties. 10.55.010 Establishment and purpose of the commission. There is hereby created an Edmonds youth commission that shall consist of 11 members. The Edmonds youth commission is a youth-led commission whose mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance the quality of life for Edmonds youth by advising the city council and the public on issues relating to youth policies, programs, and opportunities. [Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. 10.55.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. The youth commission consists of nine voting members and two alternates. The members of the commission shall be appointed in the following manner: A. Each council member may appoint one commission member, to commission positions 2 through 8, respectively, according to the table below: [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 292/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 292/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 42 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Appointing City Council Position Corresponding Edmonds Youth Commission Position 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 B. The mayor may appoint four members, positions 1 and 9 and alternates 10 and 11. C. Each member shall be appointed to a term of two years beginning October 1st and ending September 30th. Graduating seniors will be appreciated as they leave the commission in June, and new appointments will be made for those vacant positions the following October. D. An alternative commissioner shall be appointed to serve in the event any regular commissioner is absent or disqualified for any reason. In the event a regular commissioner is absent or disqualified for any reason, such as lack of participation, multiple absences, or any other reason, the alternate shall have all the powers of a regular commissioner. If two alternates are present and only one is needed, position 10 shall be the one entitled to vote. E. The city council and mayor may either reappoint an incumbent or appoint a new member to fill expiring terms on the youth commission. If, for any reason, such as disqualification or inability to complete their term, a vacancy occurs during the term of a youth commission member, that position may be deemed vacant by the holder of the office that appointed the commissioner (e.g., mayor or council member) and such office holder may appoint a replacement commissioner for the remainder of the unexpired term for that position. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 293/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 293/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 43 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. F. Eligibility. Persons appointed to serve on the commission shall reside within, but need not attend school within, the city of Edmonds city limits, and must be entering grades nine through 12, or be of equivalent age if not enrolled in a traditional school program. G. Recruitment of New Commissioners. This subsection applies only when an incumbent commissioner is not being reappointment to their position. In such cases, new commissioners shall be recruited in September of each year for positions whose terms will be ending that year. Recruiting efforts should be structured to encourage candidates to apply from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, schools and neighborhoods. In October of each year, appointments shall be made from the body of applicants to positions whose terms are expiring. H. Term Limits. There shall be no term limits as long as eligibility is met. [Ord. 4315 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. 10.55.030 Officers of the commission – Meetings. Regular meetings of the commission shall be held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Frances Anderson Center from September through June. Special meetings and retreats may be held during July and August as needed, as determined by the youth commissioners. Members of the commission shall meet and organize by election, from the members of the commission, a chair and vice chair and other officers as may be determined by the commission. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. If a regular member is not present, the alternate member may fulfill the quorum requirement for that meeting and vote accordingly. Otherwise, the alternate may not vote. [Ord. 4214 § 1, 2021; Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. 10.55.040 Powers and duties. The duties of the commission include but are not limited to: A. Serving as an advocate for youth needs and improvement in youth policies, directly engaging the community in the process; [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 294/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 294/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 44 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Drafting policy proposals on topics of its choosing and presenting these proposals to the mayor and the city council; C. Organizing forums of Edmonds youth to better educate the city about the opinions of youth on civic issues affecting both their communities and the city at large; D. Recognizing accomplishments of children and youth and promoting the value of youth in our community; and E. Providing an annual report to the city council about the commission’s activities. [Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. Chapter 10.60 EDMONDS SISTER CITY COMMISSION Sections: 10.60.010 Created. 10.60.020 Meeting. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. 10.60.010 Created. There is hereby created within the city of Edmonds the Edmonds sister city commission, which shall be composed of not less than nine nor more than 12 interested individuals who will promote relationships with sister cities approved by the Edmonds city council. Commission members shall be appointed by the mayor with the confirmation of the city council from a list of candidates proposed by interested citizens participating in the commission’s activities as well as names submitted by interested citizens. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of each member shall be for three years. At the date of initial appointment, the mayor shall provide in his or her appointment for staggered terms in order that no less than two nor more than four members shall be appointed in each year. The commission shall elect a chairman and [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 295/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 295/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 45 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. provide through its own rules for such additional officers as it deems appropriate. The commission shall also provide for various subcommittees chaired by members of the commission and comprised of interested citizens throughout the community, governmental bodies and educational institutions who are interested in various aspects of the commission’s purposes. 10.60.020 Meeting. The Edmonds sister city commission shall meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at such locations as it shall establish throughout the city of Edmonds. The subcommittees of the commission are not city committees and shall not transact public business, and their meetings shall not be considered public meetings for the purposes of the Open Meeting and Record Act. Such subcommittees shall make recommendations only to the sister city commission. This statement of purpose is not intended to avoid any requirement of state law but rather to recognize that such subcommittees and their membership may shift from time to time, and are groups of interested citizens working together to promote the activities of the commission, subject to its approval. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. Only those commission members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council shall be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance. One purpose of the commission will be to promote its activities through broad citizen participation; provided, however, that subcommittee members and other citizens participating in the commission functions shall not be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance nor the city’s liability insurance coverage. Official activities of the sister city commission shall comply with established city ordinance procedures and accounting procedures. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 296/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 296/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 46 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. The administrative services director is hereby authorized and directed to work with the commission to establish a fund or appropriate subfund or accounting category in order to segregate private monies contributed to the city for the purpose of assisting or promoting the sister city commission effort. The purpose of this segregation will be to keep and maintain the private character of these funds in order that they may be used to entertain and host visiting dignitaries and to do other things which the city would be otherwise prohibited from doing with public funds. In all other respects, the funding of the commission shall be on such basis as the council shall determine in accordance with its annual budget; provided, however, it is the intention of the city council that staff support be provided through the office of the mayor and that special projects of the commission be funded through its applications to other interested bodies. For example, the promotion of tourism through Japanese tourists may trigger application for tourism funds, an art project may result in applications to the Edmonds arts commission, and other similar projects will be funded in accordance with their merit and the purposes for which other available funds are provided. The commission is urged and expected to continue its fund raising efforts in order to provide a separate source of private funding for its projects. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. Expenditure of all funds shall be expended in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures and those procedures established by the administrative services director and the state auditor; provided, however, that private funds donated for the purpose of hosting shall be segregated from public funds. The commission shall maintain a proper audit trail for all expenditures and carefully differentiate between public and private funds to the end that no public monies of the city are spent on promotional hosting or visiting dignitaries except in conjunction with public celebrations and events approved for public expenditure by the opinion of the State Auditor and Attorney General. [Ord. 2875 § 1, 1992; Ord. 2715, 1989]. Chapter 10.65 EDMONDS DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ACCESSIBILITY COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 297/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 297/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 47 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Sections: 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the commissionboard. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. 10.65.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the commissionboard. A. There is hereby created an Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) advisory board commission consisting of nine members. B. The mission of the Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility commission board is to promote and embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through action, education, and guidance. The commission board seeks to foster an understanding that includes, accepts, respects and appreciates each individual member of our community. The commission board helps to identify actions which the city government can take to improve equitable access and address adverse impacts of past policy and conditions. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. A. The Edmonds DEIA commission board will seek to attract members that are interested in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility issues, can respect different viewpoints, are action oriented, and have personal experience that will provide empathy and community understanding regarding issues of diversity and will contribute to a diverse commissionbody. The mayor, city council and commissionboard will consider the EEOC goals in selecting the initial slate of commission board members. Members of the commission board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. B. The first slate of commissioners board members seated will be selected by the mayor and city council. The mayor will appoint two members, and each of the seven council members will appoint one member to the commissionboard. Subsequent appointments will be made by the mayor seated commission and will be subject to council confirmation as per ECC 10.01.030.. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 298/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 298/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 48 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. Terms of the commission board members will be three years, except as set forth below. There will be no term limits. D. In the event that any commissionerboard member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive commission board meetings, that position will be deemed vacant, and a subsequent appointment willshall be made pursuant to ECC 10.01.030by a vote of the seated commission, subject to council confirmation. E. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the initial terms of the appointed positions will be staggered in the following manner: Position No. 1: expires after one year: appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 2. Position No. 4: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 7. Position No. 9: expires after three years: appointed by the mayor. F. Members may be removed by the mayor with the approval of city council after a public hearing before the city council, for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Any vacancy on the commission board shall be advertised, and the new appointee shall be selected from the applications received. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. G. The seated commission board will adhere to the code of conduct adopted by city council and pertinent to boards and commissionsadvisory boards. Violations of the code of conduct shall constitute malfeasance in office. H. The city council president may appoint one councilmember to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the commissionboard. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 299/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 299/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 49 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. I. In accordance with Chapter 10.03 ECC, the commission board may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the commissionboard. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4069 §§ 1, 2, 2017; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.030 Officers of commission board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board commission shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the commission board a chair, vice chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the commissionboard. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the commissionboard. The commission board shall set its own meeting dates and the city shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. The commission board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other boards and commissionsadvisory bodies on such matters as may be specifically referred to the commission board by the mayor or city council, including, but not limited to: A. Serve as a commission board for city government and the community by providing information, education, and communication that facilitates understanding of DEIA and to celebrate and respect individual differences. B. Recommend to the mayor and city council DEIA opportunities to promote programs, and provide guidance to assure an accessible, safe, welcoming and inclusive government and community. C. Support, challenge, and guide government and the community to eliminate and prevent all forms of discrimination. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 300/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 300/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 50 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. D. The commission board shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form each year, when appropriate, to begin at least one year after the commission board begins its work, and during other times as directed by the mayor or council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. Chapter 10.70 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Sections: 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. 10.70.020 Membership. 10.70.030 Duties. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. A lodging tax advisory committee is hereby created pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW. The duties and structure of the advisory committee shall be interpreted and applied pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is amended, and, in the event of conflict between the provisions of this chapter and Chapter 3.34 ECC, and Chapter 67.28 RCW, the state statute shall control. In the event of ambiguity, all ambiguity shall be resolved in favor of and in conformance with the provisions of the state statute. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.020 Membership. The lodging tax advisory committee shall consist of five members appointed by the city council pursuant to RCW 67.28.1817. Committee membership shall consist of: A. Two members of representatives of businesses required to collect tax under this chapter; [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 301/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 301/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 51 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Two members who are persons involved in activities authorized to be funded or supported by revenues received under this chapter; C. A fifth representative who shall be an elected official of the city and who shall chair the commission; D. The committee may be enlarged at the discretion of the city council recognizing there must always be equal representation from the tax providers and the tax users as required by RCW 67.28.1817, as now or hereafter amended; E. In addition, the city council may appoint an additional nonvoting member who is an elected official of the city and a nonvoting member who is an elected official of Snohomish County. Persons eligible for appointment under subsection A of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection B, and persons who are eligible under subsection B of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection A. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.030 Duties. The committee shall provide advice and recommendations in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is hereafter amended. The city council shall submit for review and recommendation an imposition of taxes under this chapter, an increase in the rate of tax imposed under this chapter, repeal of an exemption from the tax imposed under this chapter, or a change in the use of revenue received under this chapter. The city council shall submit such items for consideration at least 45 days before its final action on a passage of a proposal by the city council. The advisory committee shall receive public comment on the proposal in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.34 ECC. The failure of the advisory committee to timely submit comments before final action on or passage of the proposal shall not prevent the city council from acting on such a proposal. In the event that the city council determines it appropriate in its sole discretion to amend a proposal following the receipt of comment by the advisory committee, it is not required to resubmit such proposal to the advisory committee before acting. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 302/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 302/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 52 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. An appointment of each member of the committee shall expire annually on December 31st. The city council shall review membership annually and shall make such changes as it deems appropriate replacing or retaining members as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. Chapter 10.75 CITIZENS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.75.010 CommissionBoard created – Membership – Term of appointments. 10.75.020 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Forum. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. 10.75.010 Board Commission created – Membership – Term of appointments. A. There is hereby created a citizens economic development commission board consisting of nine members. B. The members of the commission board shall be appointed in the following manner: 1. Each council member may appoint one member, positions 2 through 8. 1. 2. The mayor may shall appoint two all members, positions 1 and 9 subject to council confirmation. 2. 3. In the event that any commissioner member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive commission board meetings, that position may be deemed vacant by the holder of the office that appointed the commissioner (e.g., mayor or council member) and such office holder may appoint and a replacement commissioner member may be appointed for the remainder of the unexpired term for that position. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 303/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 303/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 53 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 3. 4. Elected government officials shall not be eligible for appointment to the commissionboard; provided, that the city council president may appoint one council member to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the boardcommission. 4. 5. The Edmonds port commission, the Edmonds chamber of commerce, and the Edmonds planning board are encouraged to appoint one of their members to serve as nonvoting, ex officio members of the boardcommission. 5. 6. Members of the board commission must be residents of the city of Edmonds. 6. 7. If a commissioner member satisfied the eligibility criteria in effect upon his/her appointment to the board commission but fails to maintain his/her eligibility either through an amendment of the eligibility criteria or due to a change of circumstances surrounding the board commission (e.g., change of residency) after his/her appointment, that commissioner member shall lose his/her seat on the board commission as a matter of law and the seat shall be deemed vacant. 7. 8. Any vacancy on the board commission will be advertised, and the new appointee will be selected from the applications received. C. Terms of the board commission members shall be two three years, except terms. The initial appointments were staggered as set forth below (references to appointing authority reflect the appointing authority in effect at the time of the initial appointment; all subsequent appointments shall be made by initially be staggered as followsthe mayor subject to council confirmation pursuant to ECC 10.01.030): Position No. 1 expires after two years, appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 2. Position No. 4 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 7. Position No. 9 expires after three years, appointed by the mayor. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 304/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 304/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 54 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. There shall be no term limits. [Ord. 4020 § 1, 2016; Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3970 § 1, 2014; Ord. 3927 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3868 § 1, 2011; Ord. 3808 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.020 Officers of commission board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board commission shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board commission a chairman and vice-chairman and such other officers as may be determined by the boardcommission. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice-chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the filled positions on the board commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the boardcommission. The board commission shall establish regular public meetings, including established day of the month, time and place. Notice for such regular meetings shall be provided in accordance with city ordinance and state law. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. A. The board commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other boards or commissionsadvisory boards of the city, on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board commission by the mayor or city council, or on matters independently generated by the boardcommission, related to: 1. Strategies, programs or activities intended to generate economic development and consequently increase jobs and municipal revenue. B. The board commission shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form during the first quarter of every year, and when appropriate, during other times as directed by the mayor or council. The board commission is encouraged to provide informal reports and/or recommendations to the mayor and city council at any time during the year. C. The board commission is encouraged to work in conjunction with other boards and commissionsadvisory bodies on proposals, recommendations, projects or activities of mutual interest, or as otherwise directed by city council. Similarly, the commissionboard is encouraged [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 305/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 305/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 55 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. to collaborate and cooperate with other organizations, agencies or entities engaged in economic development in Edmonds. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. Chapter 10.80 SALARY COMMISSION Sections: 10.80.010 Created – Membership. 10.80.020 Qualifications. 10.80.030 Duties. 10.80.040 Open meetings. 10.80.050 Referendum. 10.80.010 Created – Membership. A. There is created a salary commission for the city. The commission shall consist of five members, to be appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. B. The salary commission will serve without compensation. C. Each member of the commission shall serve a term of three years, except that the initial members shall be appointed for staggered terms of one, two or three years. D. No member of the commission shall be appointed to more than two terms. E. In the event of a vacancy in the office of commissioner, the mayor shall appoint, subject to approval of the city council, a person to serve the unexpired portion of the term of the expired position. F. A member of the commission shall only be removed from office for cause of incapacity, incompetence, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office, or for a disqualifying change of residence. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 306/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 306/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 56 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.80.020 Qualifications. A. Each member of the commission shall be a resident of the city. B. No member of the commission shall be an officer, official, or employee of the city or an immediate family member of an officer, official, or employee of the city. For purposes of this section, “immediate family member” means the parents, spouse, siblings, children, or dependent relatives of an officer, official, or employee of the city, whether or not living in the household of the officer, official, or employee. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.030 Duties. A. The commission shall have the duty to meet between July 1st and September 30th of each even-numbered year commencing the year 2026, to review the salaries paid by the city to each elected city official, except that the salary of the municipal court judge shall be determined in accordance with ECC 2.15.040. If after such review the commission determines that the salary paid to an elected city official should be increased or decreased, the commission shall file a written salary schedule with the city clerk indicating the increase or decrease in salary and the effective date. Prior to filing the salary schedule with the city clerk, the city attorney shall review the salary schedule for ambiguity and legality and shall approve the salary schedule as to form if the schedule is unambiguous and legal. B. Any increase or decrease in salary established by the commission shall become effective and incorporated into the city budget without further action of the city council or salary commission. C. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective as to all city elected officials, regardless of their terms of office. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective on the next payday for city employees, or under the conditions established in the salary schedule. D. Salary decreases established by the commission shall become effective as to incumbent city elected officials at the commencement of their next subsequent terms of office. E. For purposes of this chapter, “salary” means any fixed compensation paid or provided periodically for work or services and includes, but is not limited to, wages and medical or other [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 307/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 307/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 57 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. benefits. This definition expressly excludes any expenses paid or reimbursed on behalf of the mayor or council member for training and travel expenses. [Ord. 4435 § 1, 2026; Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.040 Open meetings. All meetings, actions, hearings, and business of the commission shall be subject to the Open Public Meetings Act as set forth in Chapter 42.30 RCW. Prior to the filing of any salary schedule, the commission shall hold no fewer than two public hearings thereon within the two months immediately preceding the filing of its salary schedule. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.050 Referendum. A. Any salary increase or decrease established by the commission pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to referendum petition by the voters of the city, in the same manner as a city ordinance, upon filing of a referendum petition with the city clerk within 30 days after filing of a salary schedule by the commission. In the event of the filing of a valid referendum petition, the salary increase or decrease shall not go into effect until approved by a vote of the people. B. Referendum measures under this section shall be submitted to the voters of the city at the next following general or municipal election occurring 30 days or more after the petition is filed, and shall otherwise be governed by the provisions of the state constitution and the laws generally applicable to referendum measures. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. Chapter 10.90 EDMONDS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.90.010 Creation and size. 10.90.020 Composition of the commissionadvisory board. 10.90.030 Terms. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 308/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 308/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 58 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. 10.90.060 CommissionBoard staff. 10.90.010 Creation and size. There is hereby established an Edmonds historic preservation commissionadvisory board. Members of the Edmonds historic preservation board commission shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by the city council. All appointments shall be residents of Edmonds, except as expressly provided in ECC 10.90.020(B). [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3669 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.020 Composition of the commissionadvisory board. A. All members of the board commission must have a demonstrated interest or competence in historic preservation and possess qualities of impartiality and broad judgment. B. The commission board shall consist of seven voting members and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by Edmonds city council members; provided, that if the commission board has more than seven voting members at the time this code is adopted, all members shall remain full voting members until the size of the commissionboard can be reduced to seven through term expiration or other occurrence of vacancy. The board commission shall include at least two professionals who have experience in identifying, evaluating, and protecting historic resources and are selected from among the disciplines of history, architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, planning, cultural anthropology, archaeology, cultural geography, American studies, law, and/or real estate. Four positions shall be filled by citizens of Edmonds with demonstrated interest in historic preservation. One position shall be filled as recommended by the Edmonds South Snohomish County Historical Society. A board commission action that would otherwise be valid shall not be rendered invalid by the temporary vacancy of one or all of the professional positions, unless the board commission action is related to meeting certified local government (CLG) responsibilities cited in the certification agreement between the mayor and the historic preservation officer. Furthermore, in special circumstances, exceptions to the residence requirement of board commission [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 309/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 309/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 59 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. members may be granted by the mayor and the city council in order to obtain representatives from those disciplines. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 2, 2012; Ord. 3813 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3669 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3526 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.030 Terms. The original appointment of members to the commission shall be as follows: three for two years, two for three years, and two for four years. Thereafter, appointments shall be made for a three-year term. Vacancies shall be filled by the mayor for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. The major responsibility of the historic preservation board commission is to identify and actively encourage the conservation of the city’s historic resources by initiating and maintaining a register of historic places and reviewing proposed changes to register properties; to raise community awareness of the city’s history and historic resources; and to serve as the city’s primary resource in matters of historic planning and preservation. In carrying out these responsibilities, the historic preservation board commission shall engage in the following: A. Conduct and maintain a comprehensive inventory of historic resources within the boundaries of the city and known as the Edmonds historic inventory; publicize and periodically update inventory results. Properties listed on the inventory shall be recorded on official zoning records with a “HI” (for historic inventory designation). This designation shall not change or modify the underlying zone classification. B. Initiate and maintain the Edmonds register of historic places. This official register shall be compiled of buildings, structures, sites, objects and districts identified by the board commission as having historic significance worthy of recognition and protection by the city and encouragement of efforts by owners to maintain, rehabilitate and preserve properties. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 310/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 310/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 60 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. Review nominations to the Edmonds register of historic places according to criteria in ECDC 20.45.010 and adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. D. Review proposals to construct, change, alter, modify, remodel, move, demolish or significantly affect properties or districts on the register as provided in Chapter 20.45 ECDC and adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. E. Provide for the review either by the board commission or its staff of all applications for approvals, permits, environmental assessments or impact statements, and other similar documents pertaining to identified historic resources or adjacent properties. F. Conduct all board commission meetings in compliance with Chapter 42.30 RCW, Open Public Meetings Act, to provide for adequate public participation and adopt standards in its rules to guide this action. A rRegular meetings of the board is held the second Thursday of each monthshall be held at least quarterly on such dates fixed and noticed by the board. at 5:30 p.m. as aMeetings shall be in a hybrid meeting format that is accessible both virtually and in- person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Participate in, promote and conduct public information, educational and interpretive programs pertaining to historic and prehistoric resources. H. Establish liaison support, communication and cooperation with federal, state and other local government entities which will further historic preservation objectives, including public education, within the city. I. Review and comment to the city council on land use, housing and redevelopment, municipal improvement and other types of planning and programs undertaken by any agency of the city, other neighboring communities, Snohomish County, the state or federal governments, as they relate to historic resources of the city. J. Advise the city council and chief local elected official generally on matters of historic planning and preservation. K. Perform other related functions assigned to the board commission by the city council or chief local elected official. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 311/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 311/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 61 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. L. Provide information to the public on methods of maintaining and rehabilitating historic properties. This may take the form of pamphlets, newsletters, workshops or similar activities. M. Officially recognize excellence in the rehabilitation of historic buildings, structures, sites and districts, and new construction in historic areas; and encourage appropriate measures for such recognition. N. Be informed about and provide information to the public and city departments on incentives for preservation of historic resources including legislation, regulations and codes which encourage the use of adaptive reuse of historic properties. O. Review nominations to the state and national registers of historic places. P. Investigate and report to the city council on the use of various federal, state, local or private funding sources available to promote historic resource preservation in the city. Q. Serve as the local review board for special valuation and: 1. Make determinations concerning the eligibility of historic properties for special valuation; 2. Verify that the improvements are consistent with the Washington State Advisory Council’s standards for rehabilitation and maintenance; 3. Enter into agreements with property owners for the duration of the special valuation period as required under WAC 254-20-070(2); 4. Approve or deny applications for special valuation; 5. Monitor the property for continued compliance with the agreement and statutory eligibility requirements during the 10-year special valuation period; and 6. Adopt bylaws and/or administrative rules and comply with all other local review board responsibilities identified in Chapter 84.26 RCW. R. The board commission shall adopt rules of procedure to address subsections (C), (D), (F), (O) and (Q) of this section. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3951 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 312/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 312/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 62 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. The board commission shall establish and adopt its own rules of procedure, and shall select from among its membership a chairperson and such other officers as may be necessary to conduct the commission’sboard's business. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.060 BoardCommission staff. Board Commission and professional staff assistance shall be designated by the mayor with additional assistance and information to be provided by other city departments as may be necessary to aid the commission in carrying out its duties and responsibilities under this chapter. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. Chapter 10.95 EDMONDS CITIZENS’ TREE BOARD Sections: 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. A. There is hereby created an Edmonds citizens’ tree board consisting of seven members plus one alternate and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by an Edmonds city council member. Board members must be Edmonds residents. It is recommended the board include citizens from throughout the city (representing different watersheds and neighborhoods). Additionally, those with professional or hobbyist interest/experience in urban forestry, horticulture, and habitat enviroscaping are preferred; these may include arborists, botanists, horticulturists, native plant experts, master gardeners, wildlife experts, and related. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 313/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 313/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 63 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Each councilmember shall appoint one tree board member to a term the duration of which shall coincide with the term of the appointing councilmember. Each of the seven tree board positions, numbers one through seven, will be appointed by the councilmember holding the respective position number, one through seven. The alternate member shall be appointed by the council president to a term the duration of which shall coincide with the term of the council president. All appointments shall be made by the mayor and must be confirmed by a majority of the full city council. Newly elected councilmembers may reappoint an existing tree board member or alternate member or may appoint a new member in the sole discretion of the individual councilmember. Where a councilmember is appointed to fill a vacant council seat, that councilmember may only appoint a person to the tree board if the tree board position associated with that council position becomes vacant. C. There shall be no term limits. Should a vacancy occur on the tree board, a new member shall be appointed by the council position that previously appointedin accordance with ECC 10.01.030 the vacant position on the tree board for the remainder of the councilmember’sunexpired term. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 3875 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by election, from the members of the board, a chair and vice chair and other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Four members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. If four regular members are not present, the alternate member may fulfill the quorum requirement for that meeting and vote accordingly. Otherwise, the alternate may not vote. A regular meeting of the board is held the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 314/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 314/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 64 of 64 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. The board is empowered to: advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council and, as appropriate, to the planning board and other boards or commissions advisory bodies of the city on such matters including but not limited to: 1. An urban forest management program and/or ordinances to help preserve and protect existing trees, encourage planting of additional trees, safeguard trees on parcels where construction or renovation is occurring or planned to occur, and encouraging the Edmonds citizenry to become active stewards of the urban forest. 2. Increasing community outreach and education regarding the value of trees, proper selection of trees, and correct methods for planting of and caring for trees. 3. Working with civic, religious, and citizen groups on specific projects or to organize invasive plant removal and native vegetation planting in accord with the department of parks, recreation and cultural services. 4. Facilitating relevant grant applications supporting ecology and watershed protection projects. 5. Sponsoring an annual Arbor Day event. 6. Working towards achieving and maintaining a Tree City USA® status. B. The board shall provide an annual report to the city council within the first quarter of each year. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 2, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 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 ICC Code Solutions. [ EXHIBIT A ] Item 9.5 Packet pg. 315/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 315/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 1 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Title 10 BOARDS AND COMMISSIONSADVISORY BODIES Chapters: 10.01 Notification and Application Procedures and Council Confirmation 10.01 General Procedures for Advisory Bodies 10.02 Open Public Meetings Act Training 10.03 Student Representatives on City’s Boards and Commissions 10.03 Student Representatives on City’s Advisory Bodies 10.05 Architectural Design Board 10.15 Repealed 10.16 Cemetery Board 10.20 Edmonds Civic Arts Commission 10.20 Edmonds Civic Arts Advisory Board 10.25 Civil Service Commission 10.30 Disability Board 10.31 Medical Self-Insurance Advisory Board 10.35 Hearing Examiner 10.40 Planning Board 10.50 Repealed 10.55 Edmonds Youth Commission 10.60 Edmonds Sister City Commission 10.65 Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility CommissionAdvisory Board 10.70 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 10.75 Citizens Economic Development Commission 10.75 Economic Development Advisory Board 10.80 Salary Commission 10.90 Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission 10.90 Edmonds Historic Preservation Advisory Board 10.95 Citizens’ Tree Board10.95 Edmonds Tree Board Item 9.5 Packet pg. 316/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 316/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 2 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.01 GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR ADVISORY BODIES NOTIFICATION AND APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND COUNCIL CONFIRMATION Sections: 10.01.010 Public notification of service opportunities.10.01.010 Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. 10.01.020 Reserved.10.01.020 Public notification of service opportunities. 10.01.030 Reserved.10.01.030 Appointment and terms. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. 10.01.060 Reserved. 10.01.070 Resignations. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. 10.01.100 Reserved. 10.01.100 Staff Staffliaisons – administrative support. 10.01.010 Public notification of service opportunities. Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. The public shall be notified of all opportunities to serve on the boards and commissions codified in this title, including, but not limited to, opportunities to fill positions that have become vacant and positions whose terms will be expiring when the appointing authority chooses to seek new applicants and/or when the office holder is not interested in reappointment for another term. A. For positions that have become vacant, public notice shall be provided no later than 14 days after the vacancy occurs. B. For positions whose terms will be expiring, public notice shall be provided no later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 317/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 317/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 3 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. For the purposes of this title, “advisory body” means any board, commission, or committee established by ordinance or resolution and authorized by city council to advise on matters or perform regulatory functions as prescribed by the city council or applicable law. “Advisory body” does not include task forces, work groups or other informal committees created for a limited period to address a specific need or issue. B. The provisions of this chapter apply to each advisory body except as otherwise stated in this code or where inconsistent with state law. C. Advisory bodies may adopt rules of procedure or bylaws, provided they are in alignment with the municipal code. Any rules or bylaws adopted by a majority of the advisory body shall be published on the city’s website or otherwise available for public inspection. If the body’s regular meeting dates and times are not specified in the municipal code, the rules of procedure or bylaws shall include that information. 10.01.020 Reserved. Public notification of service opportunities. The public shall be notified of all opportunities to serve on the advisory bodies codified in this title, including, but not limited to, opportunities to fill positions that have become vacant and positions whose terms will be expiring when the appointing authority chooses to seek new applicants and/or when the office holder is not interested in reappointment for another term. A. For positions that have become vacant, public notice shall be provided no later than 14 days after the vacancy occurs. B. For positions whose terms will be expiring, public notice shall be provided no later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.030 Reserved. Appointment and terms. A. Members of all advisory bodies shall be appointed by the mayor and subject to confirmation by the city council as specified in ECC 10.01.090. B. The term for all advisory body positions shall be three years. C.No individual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on any single advisory body. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shall not constitute a full Item 9.5 Packet pg. 318/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 318/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 4 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A.term for the purposes of this section. A vacancy for an unexpired term shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. Incumbents who are eligible and interested in serving another term need not submit an application to be considered for re-appointment to another term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. Where a member of an advisory body a board or commission was duly appointed to hold office for a definite term as described elsewhere in this title, that member shall be authorized to hold over and continue serving in the office until their successor has been duly appointed (and confirmed, if applicable) even where the member’s definite term has expired. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. A. Applications shall not be reviewed and considered, nor shall submission be required, until: For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring At least 14 days after the notice completion date At least 30 days after the notice completion date B. The mayor appointing authority shall appoint someone to fill the vacancy: For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring No later than 90 days after the vacancy occurs No later than 90 days after the expiration of the term C. In the event that no qualified applicant has responded by the application deadline, the appointing authority shall restart the process shall restart with a new round of public notification. D. The mayor appointing authority shall provide notice to the city council of the appointment within five days of making the appointment. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 319/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 319/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 5 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. A. Once the deadline for appointment set forth in ECC 10.01.050(B) has expired without an appointment having been made, the appointing authority for that position shall transfer to the council presidentsuccessor appointing authority, who will resume the appointment process where it was left, when feasible, or restart the appointment process from the beginning. B. Where the mayor had been the appointing authority, the successor appointing authority shall be the council president. C. Where a councilmember had been the appointing authority, the successor appointing authority shall be the mayor. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.060 Reserved. 10.01.070 Resignations. A vacancy caused by resignation shall be deemed to occur upon the effective date of the resignation. Where an intended resignation is announced in advance, no vacancy occurs until the date set forth in the resignation announcement. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. The city shall maintain and post on the city website a roster of all bodies established by this title, including the term expiration date of each position. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. When the provisions of city ordinances require the confirmation by the city council of any appointment, whether to an advisory body a board or commission established by this title or of a public officer in accordance with provisions of ECC Title 2, such confirmation shall be expressed by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the whole membership of the city council. The city council shall take action on a proposed confirmation no later than 30 days after the city council has been notified of an appointment. The transfer of appointing authority provisions of this chapter do Item 9.5 Packet pg. 320/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 320/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 6 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. not divest the appointing authority of the ability to make a subsequent appointment in the event that the city council fails to confirm an appointee, except where a subsequent appointment is not made in a timely manner. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2521, 1985. Formerly 10.01.010]. 10.01.100 Staff liaisons – administrative supportReserved. For each advisory body, the mayor shall identify at least one city employee to act as the body’s staff liaison. Staff liaisons will provide reasonable administrative support, as appropriate, which may include setting meeting agendas in collaboration with the body’s chair, noticing meetings, preparation and posting of meeting minutes, and providing guidance regarding the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). Chapter 10.02 OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT TRAINING Sections: 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. A. Every member of an Edmonds board or commission advisory or governing body must complete training on the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 42.30 RCW, no later than 90 days after the date the member either: 1. Takes the oath of office, if the member is required to take an oath of office to assume his or her duties as a public official; or 2. Otherwise assumes his or her duties as a public official or advisory board member. B. In addition to the training required under subsection (A) of this section, 1. every Each member of an Edmonds board or commissionadvisory body must complete training at intervals of no more than four three years as long as the individual is a member of an Edmonds board or commissionadvisory body. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 321/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 321/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 7 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 1.Each member of the Edmonds City Council must complete additional training at intervals of no more than four years as long as the individual is a member of Edmonds City Council. C. Training may be completed remotely with technology including but not limited to internet-based training. D. Within seven days of completing Open Public Meetings Act training, the Edmonds board or commissionadvisory advisory body member shall provide a certificate of completion to the city clerk. [Ord. 4172 § 1, 2019]. Chapter 10.03 STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES ON CITY’S BOARDS AND COMMISSIONSADVISORY BODIES Sections: 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. 10.03.020 Qualifications. 10.03.030 Appointment process. 10.03.040 Term. 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. Any advisory body board or commission that derives its authority from the ordinances codified in this title may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the board or commissionadvisory body. This person shall be known as a student representative. Student representatives may not attend executive sessions of the body to which they have been appointed. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.020 Qualifications. Student representatives must be residents of the city of Edmonds, but they need not attend school in Edmonds. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 322/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 322/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 8 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.03.030 Appointment process. Vacancies should be publicized on the city’s website and through outreach to local high schools and colleges when city resources allow for such publication and outreach. Each board or commissionadvisory body interested in appointing a student representative is authorized to prepare a short application form that is relevant to the charge of the board or commissionadvisory body. If more than one application is submitted, all applications shall be forwarded to the board or commissionbody for consideration. After the applications have been considered, nominations shall be voted on by the board or commissionadvisory body in an open public meeting. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.040 Term. Each student representative shall serve a one-year term that commences on September 1st of each year. Student representative attendance at body board or commission meetings during the summer shall be optional and any absences during the summer shall be excused by the board or commissionbody. A student representative may apply for reappointment to the same position for successive terms; provided, that the body board or commission shall evaluate all applicants for the student representative position and any reappointment shall be voted on in an open public meeting. A student representative may be removed for cause prior to the end of the term on a super majority vote of the full body board or commission. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. Chapter 10.05 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD Sections: 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 323/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 323/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 9 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. There is created an architectural design board consisting of seven members. The membership of said board shall be composed of two architects and/or building designers, one landscaper and/or landscape architect, one builder or developer, one educated or having practical experience in planning or any related design science, and two lay persons. The lay members shall reside within the city limits of the city of Edmonds. B. Voting members of said board shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. Members shall be selected without respect to political affiliation and they shall serve without compensation. C. No personindividual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on the board. An appointment to fill a vacancy for less than two yearsan unexpired term shall not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section, as per ECC 10.01.030. D. All references in the Edmonds City Code to “city amenities design board,” “amenities design board” or “ADB” shall be deemed to refer to the architectural design board. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2281 § 1, 1982; Ord. 2040 § 1, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 1, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. In order to ensure that the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: Position No. 1 – 1991 Position No. 2 – 1988 Position No. 3 – 1989 Position No. 4 – 1990 Position No. 5 – 1990 Position No. 6 – 1991 Position No. 7 – 1988 Thereafter, the terms of membership for the members of the board shall be three four years. No person shall serve more than two full consecutive terms; an appointment to fill a portion of an unexpired term less than two years in length shall not be considered a full termTerm limits and vacancy service are governed by ECC 10.01.030. Vacancies occurring otherwise than upon the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 324/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 324/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 10 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor following a public hearing, with the approval of the city council, for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by the provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 2656 § 1, 1988; Ord. 2040 § 2, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 2, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of a quorum may transact any particular business of the board. A regular meeting of the board is held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2529, 1985; Ord. 1980, 1978; Ord. 1763 § 2, 1975; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. The board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council, planning commission board and the planning department on matters hereinafter enumerated and on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department: A. To study and prepare a recommendation for a comprehensive architectural design plan including the recommendation of establishment of specific design districts which shall be a part of the comprehensive plan. B. To review and study land use within the city of Edmonds from a design standpoint. C. To establish goals, objectives and policies for design districts. D. To recommend legislation to effectuate the implementation of the comprehensive architectural design plan and the goals, objectives and policies for each established design district. E. And for such other matters as shall be referred to the board for review and recommendation by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department. [Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 325/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 325/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 11 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.15 BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS (Repealed by Ord. 4314) Chapter 10.16 CEMETERY BOARD Sections: 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. 10.16.040 Powers of board. 10.16.050 Annual report. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. 10.16.200 Severability. 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. The cemetery board shall be composed of up to seven community members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. Members shall be appointed for threefour-year terms terminating on December 31st. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2570, 1986; Ord. 2306, 1982]. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. Vacancies occurring other than through the expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor, with approval of the city council, after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty or malfeasance in office. Members shall also be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 2, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 2, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 326/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 326/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 12 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing officers from the members of the board, including a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The board shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meetings in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Staff assistance will be provided at the discretion of the mayor. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015]. 10.16.040 Powers of board. The cemetery board shall work with the parks department to: A. Establish rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this chapter. B. Make recommendations for the improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. C. Accept any gift of money or property on behalf of the cemetery. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 3, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.030]. 10.16.050 Annual report. The board shall report annually to the council concerning the operations of the cemetery, the short and long term goals of the board concerning the cemetery and a report on the activities of the board. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.040]. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. A. There are hereby created two special funds of the city to be known as the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund. Pursuant to RCW 68.52.040, the city council shall, each year as a part of the budget process, allocate revenue from lot sales, burial fees, and all bequests, gifts and donations received with respect to the cemetery on a percentage basis to said funds. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 327/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 327/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 13 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 1. The cemetery improvement fund was established to provide for the day-to-day operations of the cemetery, including special events. Expenditures of this fund may be made both from principal and income and the entire amount of such fund may be expended in any year when such expenditures are within the annual budget approved by the city council. 2. The cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be held in trust for future expenditure solely for the purpose of maintaining the cemetery and any capital improvements or facilities located therein in the foreseeable future. Expenditures from this fund shall be limited to the income earned by said funds along with any additional funds appropriated to this fund by the council or donated by any party for the purpose of annual maintenance. To the extent permitted by law, the city council hereby impresses the current fund balance of this fund, as well as any private donations made in trust in favor of the estate of any person buried therein by the descendants of such persons, the Hubbard Family Foundation and any other persons or entities donating funds to the cemetery maintenance trust fund for the sole purpose of maintenance of the cemetery and its capital improvements. 3. The city council shall consider the number of unsold lots, the future market value of unsold lots, and the probable earnings of the trust fund when fully funded by the sale of all lots when allocating revenue. The goal shall be to actuarially fund the cemetery and maintenance fund with sufficient monies so that it may become and remain a self-sufficient source of funding for all recurring maintenance of the cemetery. B. Any monies in said funds, surplus and available for investment, shall be managed in accordance with RCW 68.52.060. This section shall be considered approval of investments in accordance with RCW 68.52.065 subject to the annual review of the city council in the budget process. All investments shall be reviewed and approved by the administrative services director. C. Monies shall be paid out of said funds only upon warrants drawn by the city and approved in the manner set forth in Chapter 2.25 ECC. All warrants shall be endorsed by the mayor and attested by the city administrative services director. In no event shall any monies be expended from the cemetery maintenance trust fund in excess of the annual income earned nor shall any money be diverted from such trust fund to any purpose other than provided in this chapter. To the extent permitted by law, the council hereby prohibits itself and future councils from diverting funds for the cemetery maintenance trust fund, while reserving its right to budget monies to or approve expenditures from the cemetery maintenance trust funding future budget years as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate in order to actuarially provide for the establishment of a fund which will generate sufficient income to meet the future foreseeable maintenance needs of the cemetery. Expenditures of monies from the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be provided for in the annual budget by the council subject to the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 328/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 328/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 14 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. recommendation of the cemetery board. [Ord. 4314 § 41 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3797 § 1, 2010; Ord. 2827 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2596 § 1, 1986. Formerly 10.16.050]. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. The cemetery board shall, at all times, be deemed subordinate to the city council and the city council shall have power to settle all disputes and regulate, modify and supervise the exercise of the powers herein granted. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.060]. 10.16.200 Severability. If any word, clause, phrase or other portion of this chapter is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining words, clauses, phrases and other portions of this chapter shall not be affected. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982]. Chapter 10.20 EDMONDS CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION1ADVISORY BOARD1 Sections: 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose of commission – Number of members. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. 10.20.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. 1 Prior legislation: Ords. 1765, 1827, 2035 and 2976. 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose of commission – Number of members. A. The purpose of the Edmonds civic arts advisory board commission is to promote the arts as an integral part of community life. The commissionboard provides quality experiences to increase public awareness of the arts, assisting the work of students, artists and local arts organizations, while Item 9.5 Packet pg. 329/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 329/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 15 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. providing public art that contributes to the community identity and establishing and pursuing long range goals to benefit the arts and the community. B. There is established an Edmonds civic arts advisory board commission which shall be composed of seven members who shall be appointed by the mayor subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.0110.01.030. All members of the commissionboard shall be residents of the Edmonds community. At least four members of the commissionboard shall be involved in the instruction of, or otherwise professionally engaged in, the visual, literary and/or performing arts. [Ord. 3626 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. A. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: Position No. 1: 1979; Position No. 2: 1980; Position No. 3: 1980; Position No. 4: 1981; Position No. 5: 1981; Position No. 6: 1978; Position No. 7: 1979. Thereafter, the term of membership shall be for three four years. B. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. Members may be removed by the mayor with approval of the city council after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. C. No person shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms onTerm limits and the commission. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shallfilling not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section. A vacancyvacancies for an unexpired term shall be filled in Item 9.5 Packet pg. 330/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 330/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 16 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. the same manner as the original appointmentboard are governed by ECC 10.01.030. [Ord. 3626 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the commissionboard shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the commissionboard a chairman and a vice-chairman, and such other officers as may be determined by the commissionboard. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice- chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The commissionboard shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. The commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council or other commission or boardadvisory board of the city on matters including but not limited to those set forth hereinafter. The activities of the commission board shall include the following: A. To represent the city’s interest in art matters and the interest of the arts in city matters and to keep the mayor and city council informed on all such related matters; B. To be a central body to whom art organizations, artists and anyone interested in cultural advancement of the community may come for information or assistance; C. To encourage and aid programs for cultural enrichment of Edmonds citizens; D. To coordinate and strengthen existing cultural organizations and to develop cooperation with schools and regional and national art organizations; E. To explore ways and implement methods of obtaining financial support through development of private, local, state and federal funds and establishing public/private partnerships to promote cultural projects within the community; F. To review and make recommendations on all art acquisitions, on facilities used for cultural events and other capital expenditures for cultural projects in the city; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 331/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 331/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 17 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. G. To review proposed arts-related projects or events to recommend to the city those which may provide benefit to the community; H. To explore and promote arts-related projects, events and businesses which may provide an economic benefit to the city or which beautify and enhance the image of the city; I. To engage in long range cultural planning and implementation as well as review city plans for the purpose of integration of arts elements into city planning including education, public finance, community services, etc.; J. To establish liaisons and set up mechanisms for communication with city boards and commissionadvisory bodies and other organizations as appropriate; K. To recognize the contributions made by individuals and organizations to the cultural life of the city; L. To provide periodic reports to the mayor and council on the progress of the work plan and prepare and submit an annual report; M. To render any other advice and assistant in cultural matters, aesthetics, and beautification; and N. To render any other advice and assistance to the city in any other artistic activities as may be referred to by the city. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. The following process has been developed in order to utilize the expertise of the commissionboard, acting in conjunction with a representative of the architectural design board on architectural elements of public buildings, and with the comments of the public in order to develop a recommendation to the Edmonds city council regarding contracts for significant works of public art and all public arts projects, whether freestanding or erected as a part of a design component of a public building, which are visible from public ways or adjacent private property. The commission board in the exercise of its powers shall utilize at least the following elements in the selection process: A. Develop a prospectus for announcing perspective purchases of or commissions for public art. Such a prospectus shall be submitted and finally approved by the city council prior to publication. B. Obtain proposals through appropriate public advertisements and direct mailings to artists of note. The advertisement need not be confined to the city’s official newspaper. Rather the commission board may utilize other magazines and newsletters which are better designed to reach Item 9.5 Packet pg. 332/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 332/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 18 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. the artistic community, and particularly artists whose work is compatible with the type of work contemplated by the commission board and approved by the city council. C. The commission board shall establish a jury to select finalists from among the members of the commissionbaordboard. The jury shall also include a representative of the architectural design board when appropriate to comment on architectural elements of public buildings, the city council and the public. D. The finalists for any project shall be presented at a public hearing before the jury. The public shall be heard in conjunction with the presentation of the finalists’ proposals. Notice of the hearing shall be posted at the site and the locations designated by ordinance for the posting of official city notices. Posting shall be performed by the city clerk or the clerk’s designee. A public hearing on an art work or design component of a public facility which is visible from a public way or adjacent private property shall also direct written notice of the hearing to the owners of private property within 300 feet of the site selected for the erection of the work. E. The jury through the commission shall make its recommendation to the city council in writing and present the artist and proposed work of art to the city council at a public hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be provided as set forth in subsection (D) of this section. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. Chapter 10.25 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Sections: 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. 10.25.015 Terms limited. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. 10.25.030 Scope. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 333/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 333/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 19 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. 10.25.140 Definitions. 10.25.150 Severability. 10.25.160 Applicability. 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. There is created in the city a civil service commission which shall be composed of three persons. The members of such commission shall be appointed by the mayor; provided, that the members of the civil service commission constituted pursuant to the Edmonds City Code chapters repealed at the enactment of the ordinance codified in this chapter shall be the initial commissioners of the newly created civil service commission and shall continue in office until the term of their original appointment expires. The members of such commission shall serve without compensation. No person shall be appointed a member of such commission who is not a citizen of the United States, a resident of such city for at least three years immediately preceding such appointment, and an elector of the county wherein he resides. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of such commissioners shall be for six years pursuant to RCW 41.12.030. Any member of such commission may be removed from office for incompetency, incompatibility or dereliction of duty, or malfeasance in office, or other good cause; provided, however, that no member of the commission shall be removed until charges have been preferred in writing, due notice and a full hearing had. The members of such commission shall devote due time and attention to the performance of the duties hereinafter specified and imposed upon them by this chapter. Two members of such commission shall constitute a quorum and the votes of any two members of such commission concurring shall be sufficient for the decision of all matters and the transaction of all business to be decided or transacted by the commission under or by virtue of the provisions of this chapter. Confirmation of the appointment or appointments of commissioners by the city council shall not be required. [Ord. 2441 § 1, 1984]. 10.25.015 Terms limited. No civil service commissioner shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. An appointment to fill the unexpired portion of aa vacancy for an unexpired term less than two years in length shall not constitute a full term. [Ord. 2656 § 2, 1988]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 334/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 334/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 20 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. A. Immediately after appointment, the commission shall organize by electing one of its members chairperson and hold regular meetings at least once a month, and such additional meetings as may be required for the proper discharge of their duties. It shall be the duty of the civil service commission: 1. To make suitable rules and regulations to implement this chapter which are not inconsistent with the provisions thereof. Such rules and regulations shall provide in detail the manner in which examinations may be held, and appointments, promotions, transfers, reinstatements, demotions, suspensions and discharges shall be made. The rules and regulations and any amendments thereof shall be reproduced for free public distribution; 2. All tests shall be practical and shall consist only of subjects which will fairly determine the capacity of persons examined to perform duties of the position to which appointment is to be made, and may include tests of physical fitness and/or of manual skill; 3. The commission is hereby authorized to extend the following credits and preference to applicants: a. The rules and regulations adopted by the commission shall provide for a credit of 10 percent in favor of all applicants for appointment under civil service, who in time of war or any expedition of the Armed Forces of the United States, have served in and have been honorably discharged from the Armed Services of the United States, including the Army, Navy and Marine Corps and the American Red Cross. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only; and/or b. The civil service commission may, in its discretion, provide for a preference not to exceed five percent in favor of all applicants who have successfully completed at least two years of service with the Edmonds police reserve unit or as volunteers with the Edmonds fire department. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only, to be added to the score of applicants who have successfully passed the written, oral and physical tests on certification to the eligibility list. This preference shall apply only to positions of initial hire, and shall be uniformly applied during the selection process for any position; 4. The commission shall make investigations concerning and report upon all matters touching the enforcement and effect of the provisions of this chapter, and the rules and regulations prescribed hereunder; inspect all institutions, department, offices, places, positions and employments affected by this chapter, and ascertain whether this chapter and all such rules and regulations are being obeyed; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 335/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 335/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 21 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 5. Such investigations may be made by the commission or by any commissioner designated by the commission for that purpose. Not only must these investigations be made by the commission as aforesaid, but the commission must make like investigation on petition of a citizen, duly verified, stating that irregularities or abuses exist, or setting forth in concise language, in writing, the necessity for such investigation. In the course of such investigation, the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall have the power to administer oaths, subpoena and require the attendance of witnesses and the production by them of books, papers, documents and accounts appertaining to the investigation and also to cause the deposition of witnesses residing within or without the state to be taken in the manner prescribed by law for like depositions in civil actions in the superior court; and the oaths administered by a superior court judge in his judicial capacity; and the failure upon the part of any person so subpoenaed to comply with the provisions of this section shall be deemed a violation of this chapter and punishable as such; 6. All hearings and investigations before the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall be governed by this chapter and by rules of practice and procedure to be adopted by the commission, and in the conduct thereof neither the commission nor designated commissioner shall be bound by the technical rules of evidence. No informality in any proceedings or hearing, or in the manner of taking testimony before the commission or designated commissioner, shall invalidate any order, decision, rule or regulation made, approved or confirmed by the commission; provided, however, that no order, decision, rule or regulation made by any designated commissioner conducting any hearing or investigation alone shall be of any force or effect whatsoever unless and until concurred in by at least one of the other two members; 7. To hear and determine appeals or complaints respecting the administrative work of the personnel department, appeals upon the allocation of positions, the rejection of an examination and such other matters as may be referred to the commission pursuant to the duties outlined in subsection (A)(1) of this section; 8. Establish and maintain in card or other suitable form a roster of employees covered by civil service; 9. Provide for, formulate and hold competitive tests to determine the relative qualifications of persons who seek employment in any class or position and as a result thereof establish eligible lists for the various classes of positions as established by the city, and to provide that employees laid off because of curtailment of expenditures, reduction in force, and for like cause, head the list in the order of their seniority, to the end that they shall be the first to be reemployed; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 336/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 336/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 22 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10. When a vacant position is to be filled, to certify to the appointing authority, on written request, the names of the individuals highest on the eligible list for the class and the numbers provided for in this chapter. If there are no such lists, the commission shall make the provision in their rules for provisional or temporary appointments for such positions. Such temporary or provisional appointments shall not exceed a period of six months in duration but may be extended for up to an additional six months if for any reason it cannot be determined at the expiration of the initial appointment that the position being filled by temporary or provisional appointment will in fact be vacant, such as in the instance of a position vacant due to an officer on disability leave under the LEOFF Act or for other good cause which in the discretion of the commission warrants an additional extension of such a provisional or temporary appointment; 11. Keep such records as may be necessary for the proper administration of this chapter. B. The commission shall appoint a secretary and chief examiner. It may either designate a staff member from the city’s personnel department or may contract with funds provided by the city with an independent contractor to fill the position. Nothing in this section shall require hiring under civil service procedures to fill these positions nor extend civil service protection to those persons designated or contracted to serve. [Ord. 3698 § 1, 2008; Ord. 2627 § 1, 1987; Ord. 2441 §§ 2, 4, 1984]. 10.25.030 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all full-time police personnel of the city except as provided herein: A. The position of police chief shall be exempt from civil service coverage. The police chief shall have the authority to exclude an additional number of positions, to be designated the unclassified service. The number of such persons who may be designated shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of RCW 41.12.050. B. The selection of specific positions to be in the unclassified service and exempt from civil service shall be made by the police chief, who shall notify the civil service commission of his or her selection. Subsequent changes in the designation of which positions are in the unclassified service may be made only with the concurrence of the police chief, the mayor, and the civil service commission, and then only after the civil service commission has heard the issue in an open hearing. C. If a position initially selected by the police chief to be in the unclassified service is in the classified civil service at the time of selection, and if the position is occupied, the employee occupying the position has the right to return to the next highest position or like position in the classified civil service. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 337/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 337/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 23 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. D. When the police chief has been appointed from within the department and has previously established tenure within the classified service, he or she shall retain the civil service rank to which he or she has vested. The chief serves at will and may be removed with or without cause at any time. In the event that the chief is removed without cause, the chief may, at his or her option, return to the last tenured position in the classified service. Civil service tenure may be terminated only for cause in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. E. All appointments to and promotions in the classified service of the department shall be made solely on merit, efficiency and fitness except as specifically provided in RCW 35.13.360 through 35.13.400, which shall be ascertained by open, competitive examination and impartial investigation. No person in the unclassified service shall be reinstated in or transferred, suspended or discharged from any such place, position, or employment, contrary to the provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 3664 § 1, 2007; Ord. 2816 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2444, 1984]. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. For the benefit of the public service and to prevent delay, injury or interruption therein by reason of the enactment of this chapter, all persons having completed probation and in the police or fire department subject to civil service coverage as defined in ECC 10.25.030 are hereby declared permanently appointed under civil service to the offices, places, positions or employments which they shall then hold respectively, and not on probation; and every such person is hereby automatically adopted and inducted permanently into civil service, into such office, place, position or employment which such person then holds. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States of America who can read and write the English language. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be of an age suitable for the position applied for, in ordinary good health, of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits; these facts to be ascertained in such manner as the commission may deem advisable. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 338/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 338/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 24 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. The tenure of everyone holding an office, place, position or employment under the provisions of this chapter shall be only during good behavior and any such person may be removed or discharged, suspended without pay, demoted, reduced in rank, or deprived of vacation privileges or other special privileges for any of the following reasons: A. Incompetency, inefficiency or inattention to or dereliction of duty; B. Dishonesty, intemperance, immoral conduct, insubordination, discourteous treatment of the public or a fellow employee, or any other act of omission or commission tending to injure the public service; or any other willful failure on the part of the employee to properly conduct himself; or any willful violation of the provisions of this chapter or the rules and regulations to be adopted hereunder; C. Mental or physical unfitness for the position which the employee holds; D. Dishonest, disgraceful, immoral or prejudicial conduct; E. Drunkenness or use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics or any other habit forming drug, liquid or preparation to such extent that the use thereof interferes with the efficiency or mental or physical fitness of the employee, or which precludes the employee from properly performing the function and duties of any position under civil service; F. Conviction of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; G. Any other act or failure to act which in the judgment of the civil service commissioners is sufficient to show the offender to be an unsuitable and unfit person to be employed in the public service. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. No person in the classified civil service who shall have been permanently appointed or inducted into civil service under provisions of this chapter shall be removed, suspended, demoted or discharged except for cause, and only upon written accusation of the appointing authority or any citizen or taxpayer; a written statement of which accusation, in general terms, shall be served upon the accused and a duplicate filed with the commission. Any person so removed, suspended, demoted or discharged may, within 10 days from the time of his removal, suspension, demotion or discharge, file with the commission a written demand for an investigation whereupon the commission shall conduct such investigation. The investigation shall be confined to the determination of the question of whether such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge was or was not made for political or Item 9.5 Packet pg. 339/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 339/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 25 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. religious reasons, and was or was not made in good faith for cause. After such investigation, the commission may affirm the removal, or if it shall find that the removal, suspension or demotion was made for political or religious reasons, or was not made in good faith for cause, shall order the immediate reinstatement or reemployment of such person in the office, place, position or employment from which such person was removed, suspended, demoted or discharged; which reinstatement shall, if the commission so provides in its discretion, be retroactive, and entitle such person to pay or compensation from the time of such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge. The commission, upon such investigation in lieu of affirming the removal, suspension, demotion or discharge by directing a suspension, without pay, for a given period, and subsequent restoration to duty, or demotion in classification grade, or pay; the findings of the commission shall be certified in writing to the appointing power and shall be forthwith enforced by such officer. All investigations made by the commission pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be had by public hearing, after reasonable notice to the accused of the time and place of such hearing, at which hearing the accused shall be afforded an opportunity of appearing in person and by counsel and presenting his/her defense. If such judgment or order be concurred in by the commission or a majority thereof, the accused may appeal therefrom to the court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits of the county wherein he resides. Such appeal shall be taken by serving the commission, within 30 days after the entry of such judgment or order, a written notice of appeal, stating the grounds thereof and demanding that a certified transcript of the record and all papers on file in the office of the commission affecting or relating to such judgment or order, be filed by the commission with such court. The commission shall, within 10 days after the filing of such notice, make, certify and file such transcript with such court. The court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits shall thereupon proceed to hear and determine such appeal in a summary manner; provided, however, that such hearing shall be confined to the determination of whether the judgment or order of removal, discharge, demotion or suspension made by the commission was or was not made in good faith for cause, and no appeal to such court shall be taken except upon such ground or grounds. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. A. Original Appointment to Department. Whenever a vacancy exists, or upon the request of the appointing authority, the commission shall certify the names of the persons highest on the applicable eligibility list for the class who are willing to accept appointments in the following numbers: Item 9.5 Packet pg. 340/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 340/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 26 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 1. For lists developed through internal testing on an annual basis, or more frequently as requested by the appointing authority, the names of the top five candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veteran’s preference, if applicable. 2. In the continuing testing process, the names of no more than the top 20 candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veterans’ preference, if applicable. B. Promotion Appointments. Whenever the appointing authority determines that a vacancy shall be filled by a promotional appointment, the commission shall certify from the appropriate eligibility list names as follows: 1. For each and every police officer position above the rank of second class police officer, the commission shall certify the three highest names on such list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 2. For all other employee and noncommissioned positions covered by civil service, the commission shall certify the three highest names on the eligibility list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 3. Nothing herein shall obligate the appointment authority to fill any position. C. Procedure to Fill Vacancies. If more than one vacancy is to be filled, an additional name shall be certified for each additional vacancy. The appointing authority shall after review of the person so certified appoint one person to each such vacant position. If any person certified by the commission is removed from the list or otherwise requests not to be considered for appointment, the commission shall forthwith certify the next highest person on the list to replace those removed. The commission in their rules shall establish a procedure for removal of names from the eligibility list either prior to or subsequent to certification to the appointment authority. Whenever requisition is to be made or whenever a position is held by a temporary appointee and an eligible list for the class of such position exists, the commission shall forthwith certify the names of the persons eligible for appointment to the appointing power and the appointing power shall appoint one person so certified; provided they are found to be in fact qualified, to the position. D. Probation – Extensions. To enable the appointing authority to exercise a choice in the filling of promotions, no appointment, employment or promotion in any position in the classified service shall be deemed complete until after the completion of a satisfactorily served probationary period. The probationary period for new employees shall be 12 months. The probationary period for persons promoted or transferred to positions with different job descriptions shall be 12 months. Persons re- employed who have formerly acquired permanent status in the class shall not be subject to probation. During such probationary periods, the appointing power may terminate the employment of the person certified, if during the performance test thus afforded, upon observation or Item 9.5 Packet pg. 341/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 341/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 27 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. consideration of the performance of duty, the appointing authority shall designate one of the persons certified as standing within the next three persons highest on the list. Such person shall likewise enter upon the duties until some person is found who is deemed fit for appointment, employment or promotion for the probationary period provided therefor, whereupon the appointment, employment or promotion shall be deemed to be complete. The commission shall provide a procedure in their rules for extending probationary period of any employee for up to an additional six months if requested by the appointing authority. [Ord. 4112 § 1, 2018; Ord. 3999 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3698 § 2, 2008; Ord. 2656A, 1988; Ord. 2569, 1986; Ord. 2441 § 3, 1984]. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. All offices, places, classifications, job descriptions, positions and employments coming within the purview of this chapter shall be created by the mayor and city council or mayor or whoever otherwise is vested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person coming within the purview of this chapter, and nothing contained in this section shall infringe upon the power and authority of any such person or group of persons, or appointing authority, to fix the salaries and compensation of all employees employed hereunder. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. It shall be the duty of the commission to begin and conduct all civil suits which may be necessary for the proper enforcement of this chapter and of the rules of the commission. The commission shall be represented in such suits by the chief legal officer of the city, or his/her designee, but the commission may in any case be represented by special counsel appointed by it. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. No commissioner or any other person, shall by himself or in cooperation with one or more persons defeat, deceive, or obstruct any person in respect of his right of examination or registration according to the rules and regulations of this chapter or falsely mark, grade, estimate or report upon the examination or proper standing of any person examined, registered or certified pursuant to the provisions of this chapter or aid in so doing, or make any false representation concerning the same, or concerning the person examined, or furnish any person any special or secret information for the purpose of improving or injuring the prospects or chances of any person so examined, registered or Item 9.5 Packet pg. 342/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 342/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 28 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. certified, or to be examined, registered or certified or persuade any other person, or permit or aid in any manner any other person to personate him in connection with any examination or registration of application or request to be examined or registered. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. Any person who shall willfully violate any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $100.00 and by imprisonment in the county jail for not longer than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. 10.25.140 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following mentioned terms shall have the following described meanings: A. “Appointing authority or power” includes every person or group of persons who, acting singly or in conjunction, as a mayor, mayor’s designee, council or otherwise, is or are invested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. B. “Appointment” includes all means of selection, appointing or employing any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. C. “Commission” means the civil service commission herein created, and “commissioner” means any one of the three commissioners of that commission. D. “Full paid fire department” or “full paid firefighter” means that the officers and firemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to fire fighting and fire prevention activities and emergency medical services. E. “Full paid police department” or “full paid police officer” means that the officers and policemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to police duty. 10.25.150 Severability. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 343/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 343/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 29 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause or phrase of this chapter shall for any reason be held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter. 10.25.160 Applicability. The examination and eligibility provisions of this chapter and establishment of positions covered by civil service by the provisions of this chapter shall be effective for all appointments made after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. [Ord. 2432, 1984]. Chapter 10.30 DISABILITY BOARD Sections: 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. A. Board Created. There is created a disability board having that jurisdiction over police officers and firefighters as provided by Chapter 41.26 RCW and, specifically, RCW 41.26.110 composed of the following five members: 1. Two members of the city council to be appointed by the mayor; 2. One active or retired firefighter to be elected by the firefighters employed by or retired from the city; 3. One active or retired law enforcement officer to be elected by police officers employed by or retired from the city; and 4. One member from the public at large who resides within the city of Edmonds to be appointed by the other four appointed members designated in this section. B. Terms. All members appointed or elected pursuant to this section shall serve for two-year terms pursuant to RCW 41.26.110(1)(a) . An appointment may be made to fill the unexpired portion of a term less than two years in length. Members shall not receive compensation for their service upon Item 9.5 Packet pg. 344/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 344/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 30 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. the disability board but shall be reimbursed for all travel expenses incidental to such service. The disability board shall perform all functions, exercise all powers, and make such determinations as specified under the foregoing laws of the state of Washington as they may be amended from time to time. [Ord. 3535 § 1, 2005; Ord. 2656 § 3, 1988; Ord. 1472, 1970]. Chapter 10.31 MEDICAL SELF-INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.31.010 Title – Board established. 10.31.020 Membership. 10.31.030 Terms of office. 10.31.040 Compensation. 10.31.050 Meetings. 10.31.060 Duties of board – Purpose. 10.31.010 Title – Board established. There is established for the city of Edmonds an employee advisory board to be known as the medical self-insurance advisory board. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.020 Membership. The Edmonds medical self-insurance advisory board shall be composed of the following: A. One representative from each of the unions who have entered into a collective bargaining agreement with the city of Edmonds; B. One representative for the employees not represented by a union; C. The mayor or his/her designee; D. One councilmember or council designee; E. The personnel manager. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 345/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 345/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 31 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Union representatives shall be selected by their respective unions. The mayor shall appoint the representative for employees that are not represented by a union. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.030 Terms of office. Employee representatives on the board shall serve two-year terms. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.040 Compensation. No member of the board shall receive compensation for services performed. Reasonable expenses of the board and its members may be provided for by budgeted funds as approved by vote of the city council. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.050 Meetings. A. The board shall have at least one regular meeting per month on such day of the month and at such time as may be determined by the board, unless a specific meeting is cancelled by majority vote of the board. Special meetings may be held as often as the board deems necessary. B. For purposes of conducting the board’s business, exercising its powers and for all other purposes, a quorum of the board shall consist of a majority of its membership. Any action taken by a majority of those present, when those present constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting of the board, shall be deemed and taken as the action and decision of the board. C. The board shall elect such officers as it deems necessary in order to conduct its business. The board shall adopt such rules of procedure as it deems necessary. D. The board shall tape record or keep minutes of all meetings held and all business transacted. All records of the board shall be open for public inspection, except those that may be exempt from public disclosure under state law. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. 10.31.060 Duties of board – Purpose. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 346/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 346/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 32 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. The board shall be responsible to the city council for providing advice and recommendations on the policies and administration of the medical self-insurance program, the fund for which is codified in Chapter 3.10 ECC. The board shall acquire authorization from the city council prior to undertaking any project or formulating any recommendation. [Ord. 3159 § 1, 1997]. Chapter 10.35 HEARING EXAMINER Sections: 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. A. Appointment. There is created the office of the hearing examiner. The hearing examiner shall be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council for a term of four years. The first year of the term will be probationary during which year he or she will serve subject to the approval of the mayor. During the balance of the four-year term the hearing examiner may be removed only for good cause. B. Temporary Appointment. The mayor shall appoint a temporary hearing examiner to serve whenever the hearing examiner informs the mayor that he or she cannot serve. C. Conflict of Interest. The hearing examiner may hold no other position in the city government of Edmonds or be an employee of or contractor for any person under contract to the city of Edmonds. The hearing examiner shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1.14 ECC, Public Official Disclosure. D. Freedom from Improper Influence. No person shall interfere with the hearing examiner in the performance of his designated duties. The hearing examiner shall avoid prehearing contact with persons interested in a particular land use proposal, including the staff persons working on the same matter. If there is any prehearing contact, the hearing examiner shall disclose it on the record at the start of the hearing. The hearing examiner shall disqualify himself or herself if the prehearing contact would result in an unfair hearing, or an appearance of unfairness, and arrange for a temporary hearing examiner to hold the hearing. E. Powers and Duties. The hearing examiner shall review land use applications and issues as specified in Chapter 20.01 ECDC and related matters. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 347/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 347/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 33 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. F. The examiner holds regular hearings on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 3:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Annual Review. Every year during the first quarter, the hearing examiner shall prepare and present an oral and written report to the city council outlining the actions of the hearing examiner during the preceding calendar year. The purpose of such review is to enable the city council and the hearing examiner to coordinate city land use policy and philosophy. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 4076 § 1, 2017; Ord. 4028 § 4, 2016; Ord. 2381, 1983; Ord. 2215 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2169 § 2, 1980]. Chapter 10.40 PLANNING BOARD Sections: 10.40.010 Purpose. 10.40.020 Planning board. 10.40.030 Repealed. 10.40.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the creation of a planning board pursuant to Chapter 35A.63 RCW, and provide for its membership, organization, operation, and expenses. The planning board shall generally serve in an advisory capacity to the city in regional and local planning and specifically assist in the development of the comprehensive plan and development regulations and their successive review and amendment from time to time. The board shall have the additional duties specifically set forth in this chapter and such ad hoc duties as the city council may from time to time assign to it. [Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2170 § 2, 1980]. 10.40.020 Planning board. A. Appointment. There is created the planning board, consisting of seven members. Each member shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council. 1. Members of the board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 348/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 348/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 34 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 2. Although the city of Edmonds is not divided into political or geographical wards, it is the intent of this section that said board membership shall maintain a reasonable balance of geographical distribution throughout the city of Edmonds. 3. It is the intent of this section to maintain a diversified representation of occupations and experience on the planning board. To this end each appointee shall be considered for board membership according to his/her field of experience, among other factors. 4. An alternative member shall be appointed to serve in the event any regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason. In the event a regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason, the alternate shall have all the powers of a regular member, including the right to vote on board decisions. The alternate shall be subject to the same attendance requirements as regular board members. In the event that a regular position on the board shall be declared vacant, the alternate shall be deemed to fill such vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. B. Term. In order to provide for continuity of membership, members shall be assigned a position number. Except as provided below, two positions shall expire each year. The term of each position shall be four three years; provided, that the current term for each position shall expire, and a new term shall begin, at the end of the years shown, respectively, below; and further provided, that the current term for Position 1 will be a short term ending at the end of 2022, to be followed by a four- year term: Position One -2022 Position Five -2024 Position Two -2022 Position Six -2024 Position Three -2023 Position Seven -2021 Position Four -2023 Alternate -2021 C. Powers and Duties. The planning board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the mayor and the city council in the following matters: 1. The board shall advise on all amendments to the comprehensive plan. This includes reviewing all elements of the plan on a periodic basis and reporting to the mayor and city council on the need for changes in the plan. It also includes holding public hearings and making recommendations to the mayor and city council on proposed changes to the plan, to the text of the development regulations, and also to the zoning map in the case of rezones, as provided in Item 9.5 Packet pg. 349/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 349/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 35 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. ECDC Title 20. Review of and recommendations for the plan may be prepared as a whole or in successive parts. 2. The board shall advise the mayor and city council on all parking matters that involve an amendment or other modification to any city ordinance or code section within the jurisdiction of the board. 3. The board shall serve as an ongoing park board and advise the mayor and city council on all matters relating to the acquisition and development of all city parks and recreation facilities. 4. The board shall do research and investigation on specific projects assigned to it by the mayor and city council. The board will analyze data collected, arrange for public participation, and organize its findings. The board will then present its findings to the mayor and city council detailing a summary of pertinent data, public contribution, alternatives available, and may, if appropriate, recommend a course of action, giving reasons for such recommendation. 5. The board shall have such other powers and duties as contained in Chapter 35A.63 RCW, as may be amended from time to time, that are not otherwise specifically delegated to the hearing examiner or other specific staff or agency of the city. D. Operation. 1. The city planning division shall provide regular staff services to the planning board. Other city departments shall provide staff services as requested by the planning board. 2. The city council shall establish an annual budget for planning board operations for services in addition to regular staff services. Should the planning board and planning staff determine that a particular project requires services in addition to those normally provided by the city staff, then an estimate of needs detailing the type of assistance and funding required shall be presented to the city council for approval before that project is undertaken. 3. Four members of the board shall be the minimum number necessary to constitute a quorum for the transaction of business; provided, that the vote of not less than three members shall be necessary to take action on any particular item before it. 4. Regular meetings of the board are held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in- person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. 5. The city council shall meet periodically with the planning board at a city council meeting in order to review and update planning board agendas. The intent of this section is to stimulate Item 9.5 Packet pg. 350/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 350/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 36 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. continuing communication between mayor, city council and the planning board in an effort to identify and solve the problems facing the city of Edmonds. Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the manner in which items are placed on a planning board agenda nor the topics that may be considered by the planning board. 6. The board shall adopt rules of procedure and rules governing election and duties of officers of the board; provided, however, said rules shall pertain only to the internal procedures of the members and said rules and procedures may be questioned only by members of the board and do not give standing to question said procedures to nonmembers or other parties. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 3421 § 1, 2002; Ord. 3094 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2659, 1988; Ord. 2656 § 4, 1988; Ord. 2433, 1984; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2196 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2170 § 3, 1980]. 10.40.030 Coordinated report – Citizens economic development commission. Repealed by Ord. 4222. Chapter 10.50 PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD (Repealed by Ord. 4033) Chapter 10.55 EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION Sections: 10.55.010 Establishment and purpose of the commission. 10.55.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. 10.55.030 Officers of the commission – Meetings. 10.55.040 Powers and duties. 10.55.010 Establishment and purpose of the commission. There is hereby created an Edmonds youth commission that shall consist of 11 members. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 351/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 351/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 37 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. The Edmonds youth commission is a youth-led commission whose mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance the quality of life for Edmonds youth by advising the city council and the public on issues relating to youth policies, programs, and opportunities. [Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. 10.55.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. The youth commission consists of nine voting members and two alternates. The members of the commission shall be appointed in the following manner: A. Each council member may appoint one commission member, to commission positions 2 through 8, respectively, according to the table below: Appointing City Council Position Corresponding Edmonds Youth Commission Position 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 B. The mayor may appoint four members, positions 1 and 9 and alternates 10 and 11. C. Each member shall be appointed to a term of two years beginning October 1st and ending September 30th. Graduating seniors will be appreciated as they leave the commission in June, and new appointments will be made for those vacant positions the following October. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 352/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 352/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 38 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. D. An alternative commissioner shall be appointed to serve in the event any regular commissioner is absent or disqualified for any reason. In the event a regular commissioner is absent or disqualified for any reason, such as lack of participation, multiple absences, or any other reason, the alternate shall have all the powers of a regular commissioner. If two alternates are present and only one is needed, position 10 shall be the one entitled to vote. E. The city council and mayor may either reappoint an incumbent or appoint a new member to fill expiring terms on the youth commission. If, for any reason, such as disqualification or inability to complete their term, a vacancy occurs during the term of a youth commission member, that position may be deemed vacant by the holder of the office that appointed the commissioner (e.g., mayor or council member) and such office holder may appoint a replacement commissioner for the remainder of the unexpired term for that position. F. Eligibility. Persons appointed to serve on the commission shall reside within, but need not attend school within, the city of Edmonds city limits, and must be entering grades nine through 12, or be of equivalent age if not enrolled in a traditional school program. G. Recruitment of New Commissioners. This subsection applies only when an incumbent commissioner is not being reappointment to their position. In such cases, new commissioners shall be recruited in September of each year for positions whose terms will be ending that year. Recruiting efforts should be structured to encourage candidates to apply from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, schools and neighborhoods. In October of each year, appointments shall be made from the body of applicants to positions whose terms are expiring. H. Term Limits. There shall be no term limits as long as eligibility is met. [Ord. 4315 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. 10.55.030 Officers of the commission – Meetings. Regular meetings of the commission shall be held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Frances Anderson Center from September through June. Special meetings and retreats may be held during July and August as needed, as determined by the youth commissioners. Members of the commission shall meet and organize by election, from the members of the commission, a chair and vice chair and other officers as may be determined by the commission. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. If a regular member is not present, the alternate member may fulfill the quorum requirement for that meeting and vote accordingly. Otherwise, the alternate may not vote. [Ord. 4214 § 1, 2021; Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 353/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 353/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 39 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.55.040 Powers and duties. The duties of the commission include but are not limited to: A. Serving as an advocate for youth needs and improvement in youth policies, directly engaging the community in the process; B. Drafting policy proposals on topics of its choosing and presenting these proposals to the mayor and the city council; C. Organizing forums of Edmonds youth to better educate the city about the opinions of youth on civic issues affecting both their communities and the city at large; D. Recognizing accomplishments of children and youth and promoting the value of youth in our community; and E. Providing an annual report to the city council about the commission’s activities. [Ord. 4190 § 1, 2020; Ord. 4130 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4115 § 1 (Exh. A), 2018]. Chapter 10.60 EDMONDS SISTER CITY COMMISSION Sections: 10.60.010 Created. 10.60.020 Meeting. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. 10.60.010 Created. There is hereby created within the city of Edmonds the Edmonds sister city commission, which shall be composed of not less than nine nor more than 12 interested individuals who will promote relationships with sister cities approved by the Edmonds city council. Commission members shall be appointed by the mayor with the confirmation of the city council from a list of candidates proposed by interested citizens participating in the commission’s activities as well as names submitted by interested citizens. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of each member shall be for three years. At the date of initial appointment, the mayor shall provide in his or her appointment for Item 9.5 Packet pg. 354/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 354/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 40 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. staggered terms in order that no less than two nor more than four members shall be appointed in each year. The commission shall elect a chairman and provide through its own rules for such additional officers as it deems appropriate. The commission shall also provide for various subcommittees chaired by members of the commission and comprised of interested citizens throughout the community, governmental bodies and educational institutions who are interested in various aspects of the commission’s purposes. 10.60.020 Meeting. The Edmonds sister city commission shall meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at such locations as it shall establish throughout the city of Edmonds. The subcommittees of the commission are not city committees and shall not transact public business, and their meetings shall not be considered public meetings for the purposes of the Open Meeting and Record Act. Such subcommittees shall make recommendations only to the sister city commission. This statement of purpose is not intended to avoid any requirement of state law but rather to recognize that such subcommittees and their membership may shift from time to time, and are groups of interested citizens working together to promote the activities of the commission, subject to its approval. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. Only those commission members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council shall be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance. One purpose of the commission will be to promote its activities through broad citizen participation; provided, however, that subcommittee members and other citizens participating in the commission functions shall not be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance nor the city’s liability insurance coverage. Official activities of the sister city commission shall comply with established city ordinance procedures and accounting procedures. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. The administrative services director is hereby authorized and directed to work with the commission to establish a fund or appropriate subfund or accounting category in order to segregate private monies contributed to the city for the purpose of assisting or promoting the sister city commission effort. The purpose of this segregation will be to keep and maintain the private character of these funds in order that they may be used to entertain and host visiting dignitaries and to do other things which the city would be otherwise prohibited from doing with public funds. In all other respects, the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 355/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 355/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 41 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. funding of the commission shall be on such basis as the council shall determine in accordance with its annual budget; provided, however, it is the intention of the city council that staff support be provided through the office of the mayor and that special projects of the commission be funded through its applications to other interested bodies. For example, the promotion of tourism through Japanese tourists may trigger application for tourism funds, an art project may result in applications to the Edmonds arts commission, and other similar projects will be funded in accordance with their merit and the purposes for which other available funds are provided. The commission is urged and expected to continue its fund raising efforts in order to provide a separate source of private funding for its projects. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. Expenditure of all funds shall be expended in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures and those procedures established by the administrative services director and the state auditor; provided, however, that private funds donated for the purpose of hosting shall be segregated from public funds. The commission shall maintain a proper audit trail for all expenditures and carefully differentiate between public and private funds to the end that no public monies of the city are spent on promotional hosting or visiting dignitaries except in conjunction with public celebrations and events approved for public expenditure by the opinion of the State Auditor and Attorney General. [Ord. 2875 § 1, 1992; Ord. 2715, 1989]. Chapter 10.65 EDMONDS DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ACCESSIBILITY COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the commissionboard. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. 10.65.030 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Quorum. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the commissionboard. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 356/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 356/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 42 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. There is hereby created an Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) advisory board commission consisting of nine members. B. The mission of the Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility commission board is to promote and embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through action, education, and guidance. The commission board seeks to foster an understanding that includes, accepts, respects and appreciates each individual member of our community. The commission board helps to identify actions which the city government can take to improve equitable access and address adverse impacts of past policy and conditions. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. A. The Edmonds DEIA commission board will seek to attract members that are interested in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility issues, can respect different viewpoints, are action oriented, and have personal experience that will provide empathy and community understanding regarding issues of diversity and will contribute to a diverse commissionbody. The mayor, city council and commissionboard will consider the EEOC goals in selecting the initial slate of commission board members. Members of the commission board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. B. The first slate of commissioners board members seated will be selected by the mayor and city council. The mayor will appoint two members, and each of the seven council members will appoint one member to the commissionboard. Subsequent appointments will be made by the mayor seated commission and will be subject to council confirmation as per ECC 10.01.030.. C. Terms of the commission board members will be three years, except as set forth below. There will be no term limits. D. In the event that any commissionerboard member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive commission board meetings, that position will be deemed vacant, and a subsequent appointment willshall be made pursuant to ECC 10.01.030by a vote of the seated commission, subject to council confirmation. E. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the initial terms of the appointed positions will be staggered in the following manner: Position No. 1: expires after one year: appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 2. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 357/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 357/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 43 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Position No. 4: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 7. Position No. 9: expires after three years: appointed by the mayor. F. Members may be removed by the mayor with the approval of city council after a public hearing before the city council, for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Any vacancy on the commission board shall be advertised, and the new appointee shall be selected from the applications received. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. G. The seated commission board will adhere to the code of conduct adopted by city council and pertinent to boards and commissionsadvisory boards. Violations of the code of conduct shall constitute malfeasance in office. H. The city council president may appoint one councilmember to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the commissionboard. I. In accordance with Chapter 10.03 ECC, the commission board may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the commissionboard. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4069 §§ 1, 2, 2017; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.030 Officers of commission board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board commission shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the commission board a chair, vice chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the commissionboard. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the commissionboard. The commission board shall set its own meeting dates and the city shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 358/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 358/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 44 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. The commission board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other boards and commissionsadvisory bodies on such matters as may be specifically referred to the commission board by the mayor or city council, including, but not limited to: A. Serve as a commission board for city government and the community by providing information, education, and communication that facilitates understanding of DEIA and to celebrate and respect individual differences. B. Recommend to the mayor and city council DEIA opportunities to promote programs, and provide guidance to assure an accessible, safe, welcoming and inclusive government and community. C. Support, challenge, and guide government and the community to eliminate and prevent all forms of discrimination. D. The commission board shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form each year, when appropriate, to begin at least one year after the commission board begins its work, and during other times as directed by the mayor or council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. Chapter 10.70 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Sections: 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. 10.70.020 Membership. 10.70.030 Duties. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. A lodging tax advisory committee is hereby created pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW. The duties and structure of the advisory committee shall be interpreted and applied pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is amended, and, in the event of conflict between the provisions of this chapter and Chapter 3.34 ECC, and Chapter 67.28 RCW, the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 359/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 359/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 45 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. state statute shall control. In the event of ambiguity, all ambiguity shall be resolved in favor of and in conformance with the provisions of the state statute. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.020 Membership. The lodging tax advisory committee shall consist of five members appointed by the city council pursuant to RCW 67.28.1817. Committee membership shall consist of: A. Two members of representatives of businesses required to collect tax under this chapter; B. Two members who are persons involved in activities authorized to be funded or supported by revenues received under this chapter; C. A fifth representative who shall be an elected official of the city and who shall chair the commission; D. The committee may be enlarged at the discretion of the city council recognizing there must always be equal representation from the tax providers and the tax users as required by RCW 67.28.1817, as now or hereafter amended; E. In addition, the city council may appoint an additional nonvoting member who is an elected official of the city and a nonvoting member who is an elected official of Snohomish County. Persons eligible for appointment under subsection A of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection B, and persons who are eligible under subsection B of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection A. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.030 Duties. The committee shall provide advice and recommendations in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is hereafter amended. The city council shall submit for review and recommendation an imposition of taxes under this chapter, an increase in the rate of tax imposed under this chapter, repeal of an exemption from the tax imposed under this chapter, or a change in the use of revenue received under this chapter. The city council shall submit such items for consideration at least 45 days before its final action on a passage of a proposal by the city council. The advisory committee shall receive public comment on the proposal in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.34 ECC. The failure of the advisory committee to timely submit comments before final action on or passage of the proposal shall not prevent the city council from Item 9.5 Packet pg. 360/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 360/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 46 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. acting on such a proposal. In the event that the city council determines it appropriate in its sole discretion to amend a proposal following the receipt of comment by the advisory committee, it is not required to resubmit such proposal to the advisory committee before acting. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. An appointment of each member of the committee shall expire annually on December 31st. The city council shall review membership annually and shall make such changes as it deems appropriate replacing or retaining members as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. Chapter 10.75 CITIZENS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.75.010 CommissionBoard created – Membership – Term of appointments. 10.75.020 Officers of commissionboard – Meetings – Forum. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. 10.75.010 Board Commission created – Membership – Term of appointments. A. There is hereby created a citizens economic development commission board consisting of nine members. B. The members of the commission board shall be appointed in the following manner: 1. Each council member may appoint one member, positions 2 through 8. 1.2. The mayor may shall appoint two all members, positions 1 and 9 subject to council confirmation. 2.3. In the event that any commissioner member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive commission board meetings, that position may be deemed vacant by the holder of the office that appointed the commissioner (e.g., mayor or council member) Item 9.5 Packet pg. 361/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 361/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 47 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. and such office holder may appoint and a replacement commissioner member may be appointed for the remainder of the unexpired term for that position. 3.4. Elected government officials shall not be eligible for appointment to the commissionboard; provided, that the city council president may appoint one council member to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the boardcommission. 4.5. The Edmonds port commission, the Edmonds chamber of commerce, and the Edmonds planning board are encouraged to appoint one of their members to serve as nonvoting, ex officio members of the boardcommission. 5.6. Members of the board commission must be residents of the city of Edmonds. 6.7. If a commissioner member satisfied the eligibility criteria in effect upon his/her appointment to the board commission but fails to maintain his/her eligibility either through an amendment of the eligibility criteria or due to a change of circumstances surrounding the board commission (e.g., change of residency) after his/her appointment, that commissioner member shall lose his/her seat on the board commission as a matter of law and the seat shall be deemed vacant. 7.8. Any vacancy on the board commission will be advertised, and the new appointee will be selected from the applications received. C. Terms of the board commission members shall be two three years, except terms. The initial appointments were staggered as set forth below (references to appointing authority reflect the appointing authority in effect at the time of the initial appointment; all subsequent appointments shall be made by initially be staggered as followsthe mayor subject to council confirmation pursuant to ECC 10.01.030): Position No. 1 expires after two years, appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 2. Position No. 4 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 7. Position No. 9 expires after three years, appointed by the mayor. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 362/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 362/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 48 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. There shall be no term limits. [Ord. 4020 § 1, 2016; Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3970 § 1, 2014; Ord. 3927 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3868 § 1, 2011; Ord. 3808 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.020 Officers of commission board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board commission shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board commission a chairman and vice-chairman and such other officers as may be determined by the boardcommission. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice- chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the filled positions on the board commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the boardcommission. The board commission shall establish regular public meetings, including established day of the month, time and place. Notice for such regular meetings shall be provided in accordance with city ordinance and state law. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. A. The board commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other boards or commissionsadvisory boards of the city, on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board commission by the mayor or city council, or on matters independently generated by the boardcommission, related to: 1. Strategies, programs or activities intended to generate economic development and consequently increase jobs and municipal revenue. B. The board commission shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form during the first quarter of every year, and when appropriate, during other times as directed by the mayor or council. The board commission is encouraged to provide informal reports and/or recommendations to the mayor and city council at any time during the year. C. The board commission is encouraged to work in conjunction with other boards and commissionsadvisory bodies on proposals, recommendations, projects or activities of mutual interest, or as otherwise directed by city council. Similarly, the commissionboard is encouraged to collaborate and cooperate with other organizations, agencies or entities engaged in economic development in Edmonds. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 363/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 363/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 49 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.80 SALARY COMMISSION Sections: 10.80.010 Created – Membership. 10.80.020 Qualifications. 10.80.030 Duties. 10.80.040 Open meetings. 10.80.050 Referendum. 10.80.010 Created – Membership. A. There is created a salary commission for the city. The commission shall consist of five members, to be appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. B. The salary commission will serve without compensation. C. Each member of the commission shall serve a term of three years, except that the initial members shall be appointed for staggered terms of one, two or three years. D. No member of the commission shall be appointed to more than two terms. E. In the event of a vacancy in the office of commissioner, the mayor shall appoint, subject to approval of the city council, a person to serve the unexpired portion of the term of the expired position. F. A member of the commission shall only be removed from office for cause of incapacity, incompetence, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office, or for a disqualifying change of residence. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.020 Qualifications. A. Each member of the commission shall be a resident of the city. B. No member of the commission shall be an officer, official, or employee of the city or an immediate family member of an officer, official, or employee of the city. For purposes of this section, “immediate family member” means the parents, spouse, siblings, children, or dependent relatives of Item 9.5 Packet pg. 364/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 364/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 50 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. an officer, official, or employee of the city, whether or not living in the household of the officer, official, or employee. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.030 Duties. A. The commission shall have the duty to meet between July 1st and September 30th of each even-numbered year commencing the year 2026, to review the salaries paid by the city to each elected city official, except that the salary of the municipal court judge shall be determined in accordance with ECC 2.15.040. If after such review the commission determines that the salary paid to an elected city official should be increased or decreased, the commission shall file a written salary schedule with the city clerk indicating the increase or decrease in salary and the effective date. Prior to filing the salary schedule with the city clerk, the city attorney shall review the salary schedule for ambiguity and legality and shall approve the salary schedule as to form if the schedule is unambiguous and legal. B. Any increase or decrease in salary established by the commission shall become effective and incorporated into the city budget without further action of the city council or salary commission. C. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective as to all city elected officials, regardless of their terms of office. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective on the next payday for city employees, or under the conditions established in the salary schedule. D. Salary decreases established by the commission shall become effective as to incumbent city elected officials at the commencement of their next subsequent terms of office. E. For purposes of this chapter, “salary” means any fixed compensation paid or provided periodically for work or services and includes, but is not limited to, wages and medical or other benefits. This definition expressly excludes any expenses paid or reimbursed on behalf of the mayor or council member for training and travel expenses. [Ord. 4435 § 1, 2026; Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.040 Open meetings. All meetings, actions, hearings, and business of the commission shall be subject to the Open Public Meetings Act as set forth in Chapter 42.30 RCW. Prior to the filing of any salary schedule, the commission shall hold no fewer than two public hearings thereon within the two months immediately preceding the filing of its salary schedule. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 365/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 365/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 51 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.80.050 Referendum. A. Any salary increase or decrease established by the commission pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to referendum petition by the voters of the city, in the same manner as a city ordinance, upon filing of a referendum petition with the city clerk within 30 days after filing of a salary schedule by the commission. In the event of the filing of a valid referendum petition, the salary increase or decrease shall not go into effect until approved by a vote of the people. B. Referendum measures under this section shall be submitted to the voters of the city at the next following general or municipal election occurring 30 days or more after the petition is filed, and shall otherwise be governed by the provisions of the state constitution and the laws generally applicable to referendum measures. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. Chapter 10.90 EDMONDS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.90.010 Creation and size. 10.90.020 Composition of the commissionadvisory board. 10.90.030 Terms. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. 10.90.060 CommissionBoard staff. 10.90.010 Creation and size. There is hereby established an Edmonds historic preservation commissionadvisory board. Members of the Edmonds historic preservation board commission shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by the city council. All appointments shall be residents of Edmonds, except as expressly provided in ECC 10.90.020(B). [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3669 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.020 Composition of the commissionadvisory board. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 366/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 366/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 52 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. All members of the board commission must have a demonstrated interest or competence in historic preservation and possess qualities of impartiality and broad judgment. B. The commission board shall consist of seven voting members and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by Edmonds city council members; provided, that if the commission board has more than seven voting members at the time this code is adopted, all members shall remain full voting members until the size of the commissionboard can be reduced to seven through term expiration or other occurrence of vacancy. The board commission shall include at least two professionals who have experience in identifying, evaluating, and protecting historic resources and are selected from among the disciplines of history, architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, planning, cultural anthropology, archaeology, cultural geography, American studies, law, and/or real estate. Four positions shall be filled by citizens of Edmonds with demonstrated interest in historic preservation. One position shall be filled as recommended by the Edmonds South Snohomish County Historical Society. A board commission action that would otherwise be valid shall not be rendered invalid by the temporary vacancy of one or all of the professional positions, unless the board commission action is related to meeting certified local government (CLG) responsibilities cited in the certification agreement between the mayor and the historic preservation officer. Furthermore, in special circumstances, exceptions to the residence requirement of board commission members may be granted by the mayor and the city council in order to obtain representatives from those disciplines. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 2, 2012; Ord. 3813 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3669 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3526 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.030 Terms. The original appointment of members to the commission shall be as follows: three for two years, two for three years, and two for four years. Thereafter, appointments shall be made for a three-year term. Vacancies shall be filled by the mayor for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. The major responsibility of the historic preservation board commission is to identify and actively encourage the conservation of the city’s historic resources by initiating and maintaining a register of historic places and reviewing proposed changes to register properties; to raise community awareness of the city’s history and historic resources; and to serve as the city’s primary resource in matters of historic planning and preservation. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 367/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 367/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 53 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. In carrying out these responsibilities, the historic preservation board commission shall engage in the following: A. Conduct and maintain a comprehensive inventory of historic resources within the boundaries of the city and known as the Edmonds historic inventory; publicize and periodically update inventory results. Properties listed on the inventory shall be recorded on official zoning records with a “HI” (for historic inventory designation). This designation shall not change or modify the underlying zone classification. B. Initiate and maintain the Edmonds register of historic places. This official register shall be compiled of buildings, structures, sites, objects and districts identified by the board commission as having historic significance worthy of recognition and protection by the city and encouragement of efforts by owners to maintain, rehabilitate and preserve properties. C. Review nominations to the Edmonds register of historic places according to criteria in ECDC 20.45.010 and adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. D. Review proposals to construct, change, alter, modify, remodel, move, demolish or significantly affect properties or districts on the register as provided in Chapter 20.45 ECDC and adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. E. Provide for the review either by the board commission or its staff of all applications for approvals, permits, environmental assessments or impact statements, and other similar documents pertaining to identified historic resources or adjacent properties. F. Conduct all board commission meetings in compliance with Chapter 42.30 RCW, Open Public Meetings Act, to provide for adequate public participation and adopt standards in its rules to guide this action. A rRegular meetings of the board is held the second Thursday of each monthshall be held at least quarterly on such dates fixed and noticed by the board. at 5:30 p.m. as aMeetings shall be in a hybrid meeting format that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in- person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Participate in, promote and conduct public information, educational and interpretive programs pertaining to historic and prehistoric resources. H. Establish liaison support, communication and cooperation with federal, state and other local government entities which will further historic preservation objectives, including public education, within the city. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 368/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 368/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 54 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. I. Review and comment to the city council on land use, housing and redevelopment, municipal improvement and other types of planning and programs undertaken by any agency of the city, other neighboring communities, Snohomish County, the state or federal governments, as they relate to historic resources of the city. J. Advise the city council and chief local elected official generally on matters of historic planning and preservation. K. Perform other related functions assigned to the board commission by the city council or chief local elected official. L. Provide information to the public on methods of maintaining and rehabilitating historic properties. This may take the form of pamphlets, newsletters, workshops or similar activities. M. Officially recognize excellence in the rehabilitation of historic buildings, structures, sites and districts, and new construction in historic areas; and encourage appropriate measures for such recognition. N. Be informed about and provide information to the public and city departments on incentives for preservation of historic resources including legislation, regulations and codes which encourage the use of adaptive reuse of historic properties. O. Review nominations to the state and national registers of historic places. P. Investigate and report to the city council on the use of various federal, state, local or private funding sources available to promote historic resource preservation in the city. Q. Serve as the local review board for special valuation and: 1. Make determinations concerning the eligibility of historic properties for special valuation; 2. Verify that the improvements are consistent with the Washington State Advisory Council’s standards for rehabilitation and maintenance; 3. Enter into agreements with property owners for the duration of the special valuation period as required under WAC 254-20-070(2); 4. Approve or deny applications for special valuation; 5. Monitor the property for continued compliance with the agreement and statutory eligibility requirements during the 10-year special valuation period; and 6. Adopt bylaws and/or administrative rules and comply with all other local review board responsibilities identified in Chapter 84.26 RCW. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 369/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 369/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 55 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. R. The board commission shall adopt rules of procedure to address subsections (C), (D), (F), (O) and (Q) of this section. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3951 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. The board commission shall establish and adopt its own rules of procedure, and shall select from among its membership a chairperson and such other officers as may be necessary to conduct the commission’sboard's business. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.060 BoardCommission staff. Board Commission and professional staff assistance shall be designated by the mayor with additional assistance and information to be provided by other city departments as may be necessary to aid the commission in carrying out its duties and responsibilities under this chapter. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. Chapter 10.95 EDMONDS CITIZENS’ TREE BOARD Sections: 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. A. There is hereby created a n Edmonds citizens’ tree board consisting of seven members plus one alternate and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by an Edmonds city council member. Board members must be Edmonds residents. It is recommended the board include citizens from throughout the city (representing different watersheds and neighborhoods). Additionally, those with professional or hobbyist interest/experience in urban forestry, horticulture, and habitat Item 9.5 Packet pg. 370/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 370/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 56 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. enviroscaping are preferred; these may include arborists, botanists, horticulturists, native plant experts, master gardeners, wildlife experts, and related. B. Each councilmember shall appoint one tree board member to a term the duration of which shall coincide with the term of the appointing councilmember. Each of the seven tree board positions, numbers one through seven, will be appointed by the councilmember holding the respective position number, one through seven. The alternate member shall be appointed by the council president to a term the duration of which shall coincide with the term of the council president. All appointments shall be made by the mayor and must be confirmed by a majority of the full city council. Newly elected councilmembers may reappoint an existing tree board member or alternate member or may appoint a new member in the sole discretion of the individual councilmember. Where a councilmember is appointed to fill a vacant council seat, that councilmember may only appoint a person to the tree board if the tree board position associated with that council position becomes vacant. C. There shall be no term limits. Should a vacancy occur on the tree board, a new member shall be appointed by the council position that previously appointedin accordance with ECC 10.01.030 the vacant position on the tree board for the remainder of the councilmember’sunexpired term. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 3875 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by election, from the members of the board, a chair and vice chair and other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Four members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. If four regular members are not present, the alternate member may fulfill the quorum requirement for that meeting and vote accordingly. Otherwise, the alternate may not vote. A regular meeting of the board is held the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in- person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 371/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 371/431 ECC Title 10, Boards and CommissionsAdvisory Bodies Page 57 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. The board is empowered to: advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council and, as appropriate, to the planning board and other boards or commissions advisory bodies of the city on such matters including but not limited to: 1. An urban forest management program and/or ordinances to help preserve and protect existing trees, encourage planting of additional trees, safeguard trees on parcels where construction or renovation is occurring or planned to occur, and encouraging the Edmonds citizenry to become active stewards of the urban forest. 2. Increasing community outreach and education regarding the value of trees, proper selection of trees, and correct methods for planting of and caring for trees. 3. Working with civic, religious, and citizen groups on specific projects or to organize invasive plant removal and native vegetation planting in accord with the department of parks, recreation and cultural services. 4. Facilitating relevant grant applications supporting ecology and watershed protection projects. 5. Sponsoring an annual Arbor Day event. 6. Working towards achieving and maintaining a Tree City USA® status. B. The board shall provide an annual report to the city council within the first quarter of each year. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 2, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 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 ICC Code Solutions. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 372/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 372/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 1 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Title 10 ADVISORY BODIES Chapters: 10.01 General Procedures for Advisory Bodies 10.02 Open Public Meetings Act Training 10.03 Student Representatives on City’s Advisory Bodies 10.05 Architectural Design Board 10.15 Repealed 10.16 Cemetery Board 10.20 Edmonds Civic Arts Advisory Board 10.25 Civil Service Commission 10.30 Disability Board 10.35 Hearing Examiner 10.40 Planning Board 10.50 Repealed 10.60 Edmonds Sister City Commission 10.65 Edmonds Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Advisory Board 10.70 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 10.75 Economic Development Advisory Board 10.80 Salary Commission 10.90 Edmonds Historic Preservation Advisory Board 10.95 Edmonds Tree Board Chapter 10.01 GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR ADVISORY BODIES Sections: 10.01.010 Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. 10.01.020 Public notification of service opportunities. 10.01.030 Appointment and terms. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 373/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 373/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 2 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. 10.01.060 Reserved. 10.01.070 Resignations. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. 10.01.100 Staff liaisons – administrative support. 10.01.010 Definition, applicability, and rules of procedure. A. For the purposes of this title, “advisory body” means any board, commission, or committee established by ordinance or resolution and authorized by city council to advise on matters or perform regulatory functions as prescribed by the city council or applicable law. “Advisory body” does not include task forces, work groups or other informal committees created for a limited period to address a specific need or issue. B. The provisions of this chapter apply to each advisory body except as otherwise stated in this code or where inconsistent with state law. C. Advisory bodies may adopt rules of procedure or bylaws, provided they are in alignment with the municipal code. Any rules or bylaws adopted by a majority of the advisory body shall be published on the city’s website or otherwise available for public inspection. If the body’s regular meeting dates and times are not specified in the municipal code, the rules of procedure or bylaws shall include that information. 10.01.020 Public notification of service opportunities. The public shall be notified of all opportunities to serve on the advisory bodies codified in this title, including, but not limited to, opportunities to fill positions that have become vacant and positions whose terms will be expiring when the appointing authority chooses to seek new applicants and/or when the office holder is not interested in reappointment for another term. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 374/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 374/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 3 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. For positions that have become vacant, public notice shall be provided no later than 14 days after the vacancy occurs. B. For positions whose terms will be expiring, public notice shall be provided no later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.030 Appointment and terms. A. Members of all advisory bodies shall be appointed by the mayor and subject to confirmation by the city council as specified in ECC 10.01.090. B. The term for all advisory body positions shall be three years. C. No individual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on any single advisory body. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shall not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section. A vacancy for an unexpired term shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. 10.01.040 Reappointment of incumbents. Incumbents who are eligible and interested in serving another term need not submit an application to be considered for re-appointment to another term. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.045 Holding over pending appointment of successor. Where a member of an advisory body was duly appointed to hold office for a definite term as described elsewhere in this title, that member shall be authorized to hold over and continue serving in the office until their successor has been duly appointed (and confirmed, if applicable) even where the member’s definite term has expired. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.050 Deadline for submission, review and appointment. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 375/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 375/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 4 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Applications shall not be reviewed and considered, nor shall submission be required, until: For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring At least 14 days after the notice completion date At least 30 days after the notice completion date B. The mayor shall appoint someone to fill the vacancy: For Positions That Have Become Vacant For Positions Whose Terms Will Be Expiring No later than 90 days after the vacancy occurs No later than 90 days after the expiration of the term C. In the event that no qualified applicant has responded by the application deadline, the process shall restart with a new round of public notification. D. The mayor shall provide notice to the city council of the appointment within five days of making the appointment. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.055 Transfer of appointing authority. A. Once the deadline for appointment set forth in ECC 10.01.050(B) has expired without an appointment having been made, the appointing authority for that position shall transfer to the council president, who will resume the appointment process where it was left, when feasible, or restart the appointment process from the beginning. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.060 Reserved. 10.01.070 Resignations. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 376/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 376/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 5 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A vacancy caused by resignation shall be deemed to occur upon the effective date of the resignation. Where an intended resignation is announced in advance, no vacancy occurs until the date set forth in the resignation announcement. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.080 Roster of positions. The city shall maintain and post on the city website a roster of all bodies established by this title, including the term expiration date of each position. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023]. 10.01.090 Council confirmation. When the provisions of city ordinances require the confirmation by the city council of any appointment, whether to an advisory body established by this title or of a public officer in accordance with provisions of ECC Title 2, such confirmation shall be expressed by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the whole membership of the city council. The city council shall take action on a proposed confirmation no later than 30 days after the city council has been notified of an appointment. The transfer of appointing authority provisions of this chapter do not divest the appointing authority of the ability to make a subsequent appointment in the event that the city council fails to confirm an appointee, except where a subsequent appointment is not made in a timely manner. [Ord. 4308 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2521, 1985. Formerly 10.01.010]. 10.01.100 Staff liaisons – administrative support. For each advisory body, the mayor shall identify at least one city employee to act as the body’s staff liaison. Staff liaisons will provide reasonable administrative support, as appropriate, which may include setting meeting agendas in collaboration with the body’s chair, noticing meetings, preparation and posting of meeting minutes, and providing guidance regarding the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). Item 9.5 Packet pg. 377/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 377/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 6 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.02 OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT TRAINING Sections: 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. 10.02.010 Open Public Meetings Act training. A. Every member of an Edmonds advisory or governing body must complete training on the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 42.30 RCW, no later than 90 days after the date the member either: 1. Takes the oath of office, if the member is required to take an oath of office to assume his or her duties as a public official; or 2. Otherwise assumes his or her duties as a public official or advisory board member. B. In addition to the training required under subsection (A) of this section, 1. Each member of an Edmonds advisory body must complete training at intervals of no more than three years as long as the individual is a member of an Edmonds advisory body. 2. Each member of the Edmonds City Council must complete additional training at intervals of no more than four years as long as the individual is a member of Edmonds City Council. C. Training may be completed remotely with technology including but not limited to internet- based training. D. Within seven days of completing Open Public Meetings Act training, the member shall provide a certificate of completion to the city clerk. [Ord. 4172 § 1, 2019]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 378/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 378/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 7 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.03 STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES ON CITY’S ADVISORY BODIES Sections: 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. 10.03.020 Qualifications. 10.03.030 Appointment process. 10.03.040 Term. 10.03.010 Student representative authorized. Any advisory body that derives its authority from the ordinances codified in this title may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the advisory body. This person shall be known as a student representative. Student representatives may not attend executive sessions of the body to which they have been appointed. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.020 Qualifications. Student representatives must be residents of the city of Edmonds, but they need not attend school in Edmonds. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. 10.03.030 Appointment process. Vacancies should be publicized on the city’s website and through outreach to local high schools and colleges when city resources allow for such publication and outreach. Each advisory body interested in appointing a student representative is authorized to prepare a short application form that is relevant to the charge of the advisory body. If more than one application is submitted, all applications shall be forwarded to the body for consideration. After the applications have been considered, nominations shall be voted on by the advisory body in an open public meeting. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 379/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 379/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 8 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.03.040 Term. Each student representative shall serve a one-year term that commences on September 1st of each year. Student representative attendance at body meetings during the summer shall be optional and any absences during the summer shall be excused by the body. A student representative may apply for reappointment to the same position for successive terms; provided, that the body shall evaluate all applicants for the student representative position and any reappointment shall be voted on in an open public meeting. A student representative may be removed for cause prior to the end of the term on a super majority vote of the full body. [Ord. 3890 § 1, 2012]. Chapter 10.05 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD Sections: 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. 10.05.010 Board created – Membership. A. There is created an architectural design board consisting of seven members. The membership of said board shall be composed of two architects and/or building designers, one landscaper and/or landscape architect, one builder or developer, one educated or having practical experience in planning or any related design science, and two lay persons. The lay members shall reside within the city limits of the city of Edmonds. B. Voting members of said board shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.01.030. Members shall be selected without respect to political affiliation and they shall serve without compensation. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 380/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 380/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 9 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. No individual shall be appointed to serve more than two full consecutive terms on the board. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shall not constitute a full term for the purposes of this section, as per ECC 10.01.030. D. All references in the Edmonds City Code to “city amenities design board,” “amenities design board” or “ADB” shall be deemed to refer to the architectural design board. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2281 § 1, 1982; Ord. 2040 § 1, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 1, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.020 Terms of membership. In order to ensure that the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: Position No. 1 – 1991 Position No. 2 – 1988 Position No. 3 – 1989 Position No. 4 – 1990 Position No. 5 – 1990 Position No. 6 – 1991 Position No. 7 – 1988 Thereafter, the terms of membership for the members of the board shall be three years. Term limits and vacancy service are governed by ECC 10.01.030. Vacancies occurring otherwise than upon the expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor following a public hearing, with the approval of the city council, for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by the provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 2656 § 1, 1988; Ord. 2040 § 2, 1978; Ord. 1846 § 2, 1976; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 381/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 381/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 10 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.05.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of a quorum may transact any particular business of the board. A regular meeting of the board is held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 2529, 1985; Ord. 1980, 1978; Ord. 1763 § 2, 1975; Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. 10.05.040 Powers and duties. The board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council, planning board and the planning department on matters hereinafter enumerated and on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department: A. To study and prepare a recommendation for a comprehensive architectural design plan including the recommendation of establishment of specific design districts which shall be a part of the comprehensive plan. B. To review and study land use within the city of Edmonds from a design standpoint. C. To establish goals, objectives and policies for design districts. D. To recommend legislation to effectuate the implementation of the comprehensive architectural design plan and the goals, objectives and policies for each established design district. E. And for such other matters as shall be referred to the board for review and recommendation by the mayor, city council, planning commission or the planning department. [Ord. 1683 § 1, 1973]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 382/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 382/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 11 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.15 BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS (Repealed by Ord. 4314) Chapter 10.16 CEMETERY BOARD Sections: 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. 10.16.040 Powers of board. 10.16.050 Annual report. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. 10.16.200 Severability. 10.16.010 Cemetery board – Members and their terms. The cemetery board shall be composed of up to seven community members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council as per ECC 10.01.030. Members shall be appointed for three-year terms terminating on December 31st. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2570, 1986; Ord. 2306, 1982]. 10.16.020 Vacancy – Removal. Vacancies occurring other than through the expiration of terms may be filled for the unexpired terms. Members may be removed by the mayor, with approval of the city council, after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty or malfeasance in office. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 383/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 383/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 12 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Members shall also be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 2, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 2, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982]. 10.16.030 Officers, meeting, quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing officers from the members of the board, including a chair and a vice-chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice-chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The board shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meetings in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Staff assistance will be provided at the discretion of the mayor. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015]. 10.16.040 Powers of board. The cemetery board shall work with the parks department to: A. Establish rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this chapter. B. Make recommendations for the improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. C. Accept any gift of money or property on behalf of the cemetery. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3095 § 3, 1996; Ord. 2839 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.030]. 10.16.050 Annual report. The board shall report annually to the council concerning the operations of the cemetery, the short and long term goals of the board concerning the cemetery and a report on the activities of the board. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.040]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 384/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 384/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 13 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.16.060 Funds for improvement and maintenance of the cemetery. A. There are hereby created two special funds of the city to be known as the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund. Pursuant to RCW 68.52.040, the city council shall, each year as a part of the budget process, allocate revenue from lot sales, burial fees, and all bequests, gifts and donations received with respect to the cemetery on a percentage basis to said funds. 1. The cemetery improvement fund was established to provide for the day-to-day operations of the cemetery, including special events. Expenditures of this fund may be made both from principal and income and the entire amount of such fund may be expended in any year when such expenditures are within the annual budget approved by the city council. 2. The cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be held in trust for future expenditure solely for the purpose of maintaining the cemetery and any capital improvements or facilities located therein in the foreseeable future. Expenditures from this fund shall be limited to the income earned by said funds along with any additional funds appropriated to this fund by the council or donated by any party for the purpose of annual maintenance. To the extent permitted by law, the city council hereby impresses the current fund balance of this fund, as well as any private donations made in trust in favor of the estate of any person buried therein by the descendants of such persons, the Hubbard Family Foundation and any other persons or entities donating funds to the cemetery maintenance trust fund for the sole purpose of maintenance of the cemetery and its capital improvements. 3. The city council shall consider the number of unsold lots, the future market value of unsold lots, and the probable earnings of the trust fund when fully funded by the sale of all lots when allocating revenue. The goal shall be to actuarially fund the cemetery and maintenance fund with sufficient monies so that it may become and remain a self-sufficient source of funding for all recurring maintenance of the cemetery. B. Any monies in said funds, surplus and available for investment, shall be managed in accordance with RCW 68.52.060. This section shall be considered approval of investments in accordance with RCW 68.52.065 subject to the annual review of the city council in the budget process. All investments shall be reviewed and approved by the administrative services director. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 385/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 385/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 14 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. C. Monies shall be paid out of said funds only upon warrants drawn by the city and approved in the manner set forth in Chapter 2.25 ECC. All warrants shall be endorsed by the mayor and attested by the city administrative services director. In no event shall any monies be expended from the cemetery maintenance trust fund in excess of the annual income earned nor shall any money be diverted from such trust fund to any purpose other than provided in this chapter. To the extent permitted by law, the council hereby prohibits itself and future councils from diverting funds for the cemetery maintenance trust fund, while reserving its right to budget monies to or approve expenditures from the cemetery maintenance trust funding future budget years as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate in order to actuarially provide for the establishment of a fund which will generate sufficient income to meet the future foreseeable maintenance needs of the cemetery. Expenditures of monies from the cemetery improvement fund and the cemetery maintenance trust fund shall be provided for in the annual budget by the council subject to the recommendation of the cemetery board. [Ord. 4314 § 41 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3797 § 1, 2010; Ord. 2827 § 3, 1991; Ord. 2596 § 1, 1986. Formerly 10.16.050]. 10.16.070 Board subordinate to council. The cemetery board shall, at all times, be deemed subordinate to the city council and the city council shall have power to settle all disputes and regulate, modify and supervise the exercise of the powers herein granted. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982. Formerly 10.16.060]. 10.16.200 Severability. If any word, clause, phrase or other portion of this chapter is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining words, clauses, phrases and other portions of this chapter shall not be affected. [Ord. 3987 § 1, 2015; Ord. 2306, 1982]. Chapter 10.20 EDMONDS CIVIC ARTS ADVISORY BOARD1 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 386/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 386/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 15 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Sections: 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose – Number of members. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. 10.20.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. 1 Prior legislation: Ords. 1765, 1827, 2035 and 2976. 10.20.010 Establishment and purpose – Number of members. A. The purpose of the Edmonds civic arts advisory board is to promote the arts as an integral part of community life. The board provides quality experiences to increase public awareness of the arts, assisting the work of students, artists and local arts organizations, while providing public art that contributes to the community identity and establishing and pursuing long range goals to benefit the arts and the community. B. There is established an Edmonds civic arts advisory board which shall be composed of seven members who shall be appointed by the mayor subject to confirmation by the city council as per ECC 10.01.030. All members of the board shall be residents of the Edmonds community. At least four members of the board shall be involved in the instruction of, or otherwise professionally engaged in, the visual, literary and/or performing arts. [Ord. 3626 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.020 Terms of membership. A. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the terms of the appointed positions by position number shall expire on December 31st of the year set opposite said position number as follows: Position No. 1: 1979; Position No. 2: 1980; Position No. 3: 1980; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 387/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 387/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 16 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Position No. 4: 1981; Position No. 5: 1981; Position No. 6: 1978; Position No. 7: 1979. Thereafter, the term of membership shall be for three years. B. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. Members may be removed by the mayor with approval of the city council after a public hearing before the city council for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Members shall be removed for failure to maintain attendance as required by provisions of the Edmonds City Code. C. Term limits and the filling of vacancies for the board are governed by ECC 10.01.030. [Ord. 3626 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chairman and a vice-chairman, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice-chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The board shall set its own meeting dates and shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.040 Powers and duties. The commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council or other advisory board of the city on matters including but not limited to those set forth hereinafter. The activities of the board shall include the following: Item 9.5 Packet pg. 388/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 388/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 17 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. To represent the city’s interest in art matters and the interest of the arts in city matters and to keep the mayor and city council informed on all such related matters; B. To be a central body to whom art organizations, artists and anyone interested in cultural advancement of the community may come for information or assistance; C. To encourage and aid programs for cultural enrichment of Edmonds citizens; D. To coordinate and strengthen existing cultural organizations and to develop cooperation with schools and regional and national art organizations; E. To explore ways and implement methods of obtaining financial support through development of private, local, state and federal funds and establishing public/private partnerships to promote cultural projects within the community; F. To review and make recommendations on all art acquisitions, on facilities used for cultural events and other capital expenditures for cultural projects in the city; G. To review proposed arts-related projects or events to recommend to the city those which may provide benefit to the community; H. To explore and promote arts-related projects, events and businesses which may provide an economic benefit to the city or which beautify and enhance the image of the city; I. To engage in long range cultural planning and implementation as well as review city plans for the purpose of integration of arts elements into city planning including education, public finance, community services, etc.; J. To establish liaisons and set up mechanisms for communication with city advisory bodies and other organizations as appropriate; K. To recognize the contributions made by individuals and organizations to the cultural life of the city; L. To provide periodic reports to the mayor and council on the progress of the work plan and prepare and submit an annual report; M. To render any other advice and assistant in cultural matters, aesthetics, and beautification; and Item 9.5 Packet pg. 389/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 389/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 18 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. N. To render any other advice and assistance to the city in any other artistic activities as may be referred to by the city. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. 10.20.050 Juried selection process. The following process has been developed in order to utilize the expertise of the board, acting in conjunction with a representative of the architectural design board on architectural elements of public buildings, and with the comments of the public in order to develop a recommendation to the Edmonds city council regarding contracts for significant works of public art and all public arts projects, whether freestanding or erected as a part of a design component of a public building, which are visible from public ways or adjacent private property. The board in the exercise of its powers shall utilize at least the following elements in the selection process: A. Develop a prospectus for announcing perspective purchases of or commissions for public art. Such a prospectus shall be submitted and finally approved by the city council prior to publication. B. Obtain proposals through appropriate public advertisements and direct mailings to artists of note. The advertisement need not be confined to the city’s official newspaper. Rather the board may utilize other magazines and newsletters which are better designed to reach the artistic community, and particularly artists whose work is compatible with the type of work contemplated by the board and approved by the city council. C. The board shall establish a jury to select finalists from among the members of the board. The jury shall also include a representative of the architectural design board when appropriate to comment on architectural elements of public buildings, the city council and the public. D. The finalists for any project shall be presented at a public hearing before the jury. The public shall be heard in conjunction with the presentation of the finalists’ proposals. Notice of the hearing shall be posted at the site and the locations designated by ordinance for the posting of official city notices. Posting shall be performed by the city clerk or the clerk’s designee. A public hearing on an art work or design component of a public facility which is visible from a public way or adjacent private property shall also direct written notice of the hearing to the owners of private property within 300 feet of the site selected for the erection of the work. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 390/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 390/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 19 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. E. The jury through the commission shall make its recommendation to the city council in writing and present the artist and proposed work of art to the city council at a public hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be provided as set forth in subsection (D) of this section. [Ord. 3025 § 1, 1995]. Chapter 10.25 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Sections: 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. 10.25.015 Terms limited. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. 10.25.030 Scope. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. 10.25.140 Definitions. 10.25.150 Severability. 10.25.160 Applicability. 10.25.010 Civil service commission created, appointment, terms, removal and quorum. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 391/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 391/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 20 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. There is created in the city a civil service commission which shall be composed of three persons. The members of such commission shall be appointed by the mayor; provided, that the members of the civil service commission constituted pursuant to the Edmonds City Code chapters repealed at the enactment of the ordinance codified in this chapter shall be the initial commissioners of the newly created civil service commission and shall continue in office until the term of their original appointment expires. The members of such commission shall serve without compensation. No person shall be appointed a member of such commission who is not a citizen of the United States, a resident of such city for at least three years immediately preceding such appointment, and an elector of the county wherein he resides. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of such commissioners shall be for six years pursuant to RCW 41.12.030. Any member of such commission may be removed from office for incompetency, incompatibility or dereliction of duty, or malfeasance in office, or other good cause; provided, however, that no member of the commission shall be removed until charges have been preferred in writing, due notice and a full hearing had. The members of such commission shall devote due time and attention to the performance of the duties hereinafter specified and imposed upon them by this chapter. Two members of such commission shall constitute a quorum and the votes of any two members of such commission concurring shall be sufficient for the decision of all matters and the transaction of all business to be decided or transacted by the commission under or by virtue of the provisions of this chapter. Confirmation of the appointment or appointments of commissioners by the city council shall not be required. [Ord. 2441 § 1, 1984]. 10.25.015 Terms limited. No civil service commissioner shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. An appointment to fill a vacancy for an unexpired term shall not constitute a full term. [Ord. 2656 § 2, 1988]. 10.25.020 Organization of commission – Powers and duties – Secretary. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 392/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 392/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 21 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Immediately after appointment, the commission shall organize by electing one of its members chairperson and hold regular meetings at least once a month, and such additional meetings as may be required for the proper discharge of their duties. It shall be the duty of the civil service commission: 1. To make suitable rules and regulations to implement this chapter which are not inconsistent with the provisions thereof. Such rules and regulations shall provide in detail the manner in which examinations may be held, and appointments, promotions, transfers, reinstatements, demotions, suspensions and discharges shall be made. The rules and regulations and any amendments thereof shall be reproduced for free public distribution; 2. All tests shall be practical and shall consist only of subjects which will fairly determine the capacity of persons examined to perform duties of the position to which appointment is to be made, and may include tests of physical fitness and/or of manual skill; 3. The commission is hereby authorized to extend the following credits and preference to applicants: a. The rules and regulations adopted by the commission shall provide for a credit of 10 percent in favor of all applicants for appointment under civil service, who in time of war or any expedition of the Armed Forces of the United States, have served in and have been honorably discharged from the Armed Services of the United States, including the Army, Navy and Marine Corps and the American Red Cross. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only; and/or b. The civil service commission may, in its discretion, provide for a preference not to exceed five percent in favor of all applicants who have successfully completed at least two years of service with the Edmonds police reserve unit or as volunteers with the Edmonds fire department. These credits shall apply to entrance examinations only, to be added to the score of applicants who have successfully passed the written, oral and physical tests on certification to the eligibility list. This preference shall apply only to positions of initial hire, and shall be uniformly applied during the selection process for any position; 4. The commission shall make investigations concerning and report upon all matters touching the enforcement and effect of the provisions of this chapter, and the rules and regulations prescribed hereunder; inspect all institutions, department, offices, places, Item 9.5 Packet pg. 393/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 393/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 22 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. positions and employments affected by this chapter, and ascertain whether this chapter and all such rules and regulations are being obeyed; 5. Such investigations may be made by the commission or by any commissioner designated by the commission for that purpose. Not only must these investigations be made by the commission as aforesaid, but the commission must make like investigation on petition of a citizen, duly verified, stating that irregularities or abuses exist, or setting forth in concise language, in writing, the necessity for such investigation. In the course of such investigation, the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall have the power to administer oaths, subpoena and require the attendance of witnesses and the production by them of books, papers, documents and accounts appertaining to the investigation and also to cause the deposition of witnesses residing within or without the state to be taken in the manner prescribed by law for like depositions in civil actions in the superior court; and the oaths administered by a superior court judge in his judicial capacity; and the failure upon the part of any person so subpoenaed to comply with the provisions of this section shall be deemed a violation of this chapter and punishable as such; 6. All hearings and investigations before the commission, or designated commissioner or chief examiner, shall be governed by this chapter and by rules of practice and procedure to be adopted by the commission, and in the conduct thereof neither the commission nor designated commissioner shall be bound by the technical rules of evidence. No informality in any proceedings or hearing, or in the manner of taking testimony before the commission or designated commissioner, shall invalidate any order, decision, rule or regulation made, approved or confirmed by the commission; provided, however, that no order, decision, rule or regulation made by any designated commissioner conducting any hearing or investigation alone shall be of any force or effect whatsoever unless and until concurred in by at least one of the other two members; 7. To hear and determine appeals or complaints respecting the administrative work of the personnel department, appeals upon the allocation of positions, the rejection of an examination and such other matters as may be referred to the commission pursuant to the duties outlined in subsection (A)(1) of this section; 8. Establish and maintain in card or other suitable form a roster of employees covered by civil service; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 394/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 394/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 23 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 9. Provide for, formulate and hold competitive tests to determine the relative qualifications of persons who seek employment in any class or position and as a result thereof establish eligible lists for the various classes of positions as established by the city, and to provide that employees laid off because of curtailment of expenditures, reduction in force, and for like cause, head the list in the order of their seniority, to the end that they shall be the first to be reemployed; 10. When a vacant position is to be filled, to certify to the appointing authority, on written request, the names of the individuals highest on the eligible list for the class and the numbers provided for in this chapter. If there are no such lists, the commission shall make the provision in their rules for provisional or temporary appointments for such positions. Such temporary or provisional appointments shall not exceed a period of six months in duration but may be extended for up to an additional six months if for any reason it cannot be determined at the expiration of the initial appointment that the position being filled by temporary or provisional appointment will in fact be vacant, such as in the instance of a position vacant due to an officer on disability leave under the LEOFF Act or for other good cause which in the discretion of the commission warrants an additional extension of such a provisional or temporary appointment; 11. Keep such records as may be necessary for the proper administration of this chapter. B. The commission shall appoint a secretary and chief examiner. It may either designate a staff member from the city’s personnel department or may contract with funds provided by the city with an independent contractor to fill the position. Nothing in this section shall require hiring under civil service procedures to fill these positions nor extend civil service protection to those persons designated or contracted to serve. [Ord. 3698 § 1, 2008; Ord. 2627 § 1, 1987; Ord. 2441 §§ 2, 4, 1984]. 10.25.030 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all full-time police personnel of the city except as provided herein: A. The position of police chief shall be exempt from civil service coverage. The police chief shall have the authority to exclude an additional number of positions, to be designated the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 395/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 395/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 24 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. unclassified service. The number of such persons who may be designated shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of RCW 41.12.050. B. The selection of specific positions to be in the unclassified service and exempt from civil service shall be made by the police chief, who shall notify the civil service commission of his or her selection. Subsequent changes in the designation of which positions are in the unclassified service may be made only with the concurrence of the police chief, the mayor, and the civil service commission, and then only after the civil service commission has heard the issue in an open hearing. C. If a position initially selected by the police chief to be in the unclassified service is in the classified civil service at the time of selection, and if the position is occupied, the employee occupying the position has the right to return to the next highest position or like position in the classified civil service. D. When the police chief has been appointed from within the department and has previously established tenure within the classified service, he or she shall retain the civil service rank to which he or she has vested. The chief serves at will and may be removed with or without cause at any time. In the event that the chief is removed without cause, the chief may, at his or her option, return to the last tenured position in the classified service. Civil service tenure may be terminated only for cause in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. E. All appointments to and promotions in the classified service of the department shall be made solely on merit, efficiency and fitness except as specifically provided in RCW 35.13.360 through 35.13.400, which shall be ascertained by open, competitive examination and impartial investigation. No person in the unclassified service shall be reinstated in or transferred, suspended or discharged from any such place, position, or employment, contrary to the provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 3664 § 1, 2007; Ord. 2816 § 1, 1991; Ord. 2444, 1984]. 10.25.040 Existing positions blanketed under civil service. For the benefit of the public service and to prevent delay, injury or interruption therein by reason of the enactment of this chapter, all persons having completed probation and in the police or fire department subject to civil service coverage as defined in ECC 10.25.030 are hereby declared permanently appointed under civil service to the offices, places, positions or Item 9.5 Packet pg. 396/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 396/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 25 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. employments which they shall then hold respectively, and not on probation; and every such person is hereby automatically adopted and inducted permanently into civil service, into such office, place, position or employment which such person then holds. 10.25.050 Qualifications of applicants. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States of America who can read and write the English language. An applicant for a position of any kind under civil service must be of an age suitable for the position applied for, in ordinary good health, of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits; these facts to be ascertained in such manner as the commission may deem advisable. 10.25.060 Tenure of employment – Grounds for discharge – Reduction or deprivation of privileges. The tenure of everyone holding an office, place, position or employment under the provisions of this chapter shall be only during good behavior and any such person may be removed or discharged, suspended without pay, demoted, reduced in rank, or deprived of vacation privileges or other special privileges for any of the following reasons: A. Incompetency, inefficiency or inattention to or dereliction of duty; B. Dishonesty, intemperance, immoral conduct, insubordination, discourteous treatment of the public or a fellow employee, or any other act of omission or commission tending to injure the public service; or any other willful failure on the part of the employee to properly conduct himself; or any willful violation of the provisions of this chapter or the rules and regulations to be adopted hereunder; C. Mental or physical unfitness for the position which the employee holds; D. Dishonest, disgraceful, immoral or prejudicial conduct; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 397/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 397/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 26 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. E. Drunkenness or use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics or any other habit forming drug, liquid or preparation to such extent that the use thereof interferes with the efficiency or mental or physical fitness of the employee, or which precludes the employee from properly performing the function and duties of any position under civil service; F. Conviction of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; G. Any other act or failure to act which in the judgment of the civil service commissioners is sufficient to show the offender to be an unsuitable and unfit person to be employed in the public service. 10.25.070 Procedure for removal – Suspension, demotion or discharge – Investigation – Hearing – Appeal. No person in the classified civil service who shall have been permanently appointed or inducted into civil service under provisions of this chapter shall be removed, suspended, demoted or discharged except for cause, and only upon written accusation of the appointing authority or any citizen or taxpayer; a written statement of which accusation, in general terms, shall be served upon the accused and a duplicate filed with the commission. Any person so removed, suspended, demoted or discharged may, within 10 days from the time of his removal, suspension, demotion or discharge, file with the commission a written demand for an investigation whereupon the commission shall conduct such investigation. The investigation shall be confined to the determination of the question of whether such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge was or was not made for political or religious reasons, and was or was not made in good faith for cause. After such investigation, the commission may affirm the removal, or if it shall find that the removal, suspension or demotion was made for political or religious reasons, or was not made in good faith for cause, shall order the immediate reinstatement or reemployment of such person in the office, place, position or employment from which such person was removed, suspended, demoted or discharged; which reinstatement shall, if the commission so provides in its discretion, be retroactive, and entitle such person to pay or compensation from the time of such removal, suspension, demotion or discharge. The commission, upon such investigation in lieu of affirming the removal, suspension, demotion or discharge by directing a suspension, without pay, for a given period, and subsequent restoration to duty, or demotion in classification grade, or pay; the findings of Item 9.5 Packet pg. 398/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 398/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 27 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. the commission shall be certified in writing to the appointing power and shall be forthwith enforced by such officer. All investigations made by the commission pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be had by public hearing, after reasonable notice to the accused of the time and place of such hearing, at which hearing the accused shall be afforded an opportunity of appearing in person and by counsel and presenting his/her defense. If such judgment or order be concurred in by the commission or a majority thereof, the accused may appeal therefrom to the court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits of the county wherein he resides. Such appeal shall be taken by serving the commission, within 30 days after the entry of such judgment or order, a written notice of appeal, stating the grounds thereof and demanding that a certified transcript of the record and all papers on file in the office of the commission affecting or relating to such judgment or order, be filed by the commission with such court. The commission shall, within 10 days after the filing of such notice, make, certify and file such transcript with such court. The court of original and unlimited jurisdiction in civil suits shall thereupon proceed to hear and determine such appeal in a summary manner; provided, however, that such hearing shall be confined to the determination of whether the judgment or order of removal, discharge, demotion or suspension made by the commission was or was not made in good faith for cause, and no appeal to such court shall be taken except upon such ground or grounds. 10.25.090 Filling of vacancies – Probationary period. A. Original Appointment to Department. Whenever a vacancy exists, or upon the request of the appointing authority, the commission shall certify the names of the persons highest on the applicable eligibility list for the class who are willing to accept appointments in the following numbers: 1. For lists developed through internal testing on an annual basis, or more frequently as requested by the appointing authority, the names of the top five candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veteran’s preference, if applicable. 2. In the continuing testing process, the names of no more than the top 20 candidates in rank order based upon their final examination scores, including veterans’ preference, if applicable. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 399/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 399/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 28 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. B. Promotion Appointments. Whenever the appointing authority determines that a vacancy shall be filled by a promotional appointment, the commission shall certify from the appropriate eligibility list names as follows: 1. For each and every police officer position above the rank of second class police officer, the commission shall certify the three highest names on such list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 2. For all other employee and noncommissioned positions covered by civil service, the commission shall certify the three highest names on the eligibility list, from which the appointing authority may appoint any one. 3. Nothing herein shall obligate the appointment authority to fill any position. C. Procedure to Fill Vacancies. If more than one vacancy is to be filled, an additional name shall be certified for each additional vacancy. The appointing authority shall after review of the person so certified appoint one person to each such vacant position. If any person certified by the commission is removed from the list or otherwise requests not to be considered for appointment, the commission shall forthwith certify the next highest person on the list to replace those removed. The commission in their rules shall establish a procedure for removal of names from the eligibility list either prior to or subsequent to certification to the appointment authority. Whenever requisition is to be made or whenever a position is held by a temporary appointee and an eligible list for the class of such position exists, the commission shall forthwith certify the names of the persons eligible for appointment to the appointing power and the appointing power shall appoint one person so certified; provided they are found to be in fact qualified, to the position. D. Probation – Extensions. To enable the appointing authority to exercise a choice in the filling of promotions, no appointment, employment or promotion in any position in the classified service shall be deemed complete until after the completion of a satisfactorily served probationary period. The probationary period for new employees shall be 12 months. The probationary period for persons promoted or transferred to positions with different job descriptions shall be 12 months. Persons re-employed who have formerly acquired permanent status in the class shall not be subject to probation. During such probationary periods, the appointing power may terminate the employment of the person certified, if during the performance test thus afforded, upon observation or consideration of the performance of duty, the appointing authority shall designate one of the persons certified as standing within the next Item 9.5 Packet pg. 400/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 400/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 29 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. three persons highest on the list. Such person shall likewise enter upon the duties until some person is found who is deemed fit for appointment, employment or promotion for the probationary period provided therefor, whereupon the appointment, employment or promotion shall be deemed to be complete. The commission shall provide a procedure in their rules for extending probationary period of any employee for up to an additional six months if requested by the appointing authority. [Ord. 4112 § 1, 2018; Ord. 3999 § 1, 2015; Ord. 3698 § 2, 2008; Ord. 2656A, 1988; Ord. 2569, 1986; Ord. 2441 § 3, 1984]. 10.25.100 Power to create offices, make appointments and fix salaries not infringed. All offices, places, classifications, job descriptions, positions and employments coming within the purview of this chapter shall be created by the mayor and city council or mayor or whoever otherwise is vested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person coming within the purview of this chapter, and nothing contained in this section shall infringe upon the power and authority of any such person or group of persons, or appointing authority, to fix the salaries and compensation of all employees employed hereunder. 10.25.110 Enforcement by civil action – Legal counsel. It shall be the duty of the commission to begin and conduct all civil suits which may be necessary for the proper enforcement of this chapter and of the rules of the commission. The commission shall be represented in such suits by the chief legal officer of the city, or his/her designee, but the commission may in any case be represented by special counsel appointed by it. 10.25.120 Deceptive practices – False marks, etc., prohibited. No commissioner or any other person, shall by himself or in cooperation with one or more persons defeat, deceive, or obstruct any person in respect of his right of examination or registration according to the rules and regulations of this chapter or falsely mark, grade, Item 9.5 Packet pg. 401/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 401/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 30 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. estimate or report upon the examination or proper standing of any person examined, registered or certified pursuant to the provisions of this chapter or aid in so doing, or make any false representation concerning the same, or concerning the person examined, or furnish any person any special or secret information for the purpose of improving or injuring the prospects or chances of any person so examined, registered or certified, or to be examined, registered or certified or persuade any other person, or permit or aid in any manner any other person to personate him in connection with any examination or registration of application or request to be examined or registered. 10.25.130 Penalty – Jurisdiction. Any person who shall willfully violate any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $100.00 and by imprisonment in the county jail for not longer than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. 10.25.140 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following mentioned terms shall have the following described meanings: A. “Appointing authority or power” includes every person or group of persons who, acting singly or in conjunction, as a mayor, mayor’s designee, council or otherwise, is or are invested with power and authority to select, appoint, or employ any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. B. “Appointment” includes all means of selection, appointing or employing any person to hold any office, place, position or employment subject to civil service. C. “Commission” means the civil service commission herein created, and “commissioner” means any one of the three commissioners of that commission. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 402/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 402/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 31 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. D. “Full paid fire department” or “full paid firefighter” means that the officers and firemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to fire fighting and fire prevention activities and emergency medical services. E. “Full paid police department” or “full paid police officer” means that the officers and policemen employed in such are paid regularly by the city and devote their whole time to police duty. 10.25.150 Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause or phrase of this chapter shall for any reason be held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this chapter. 10.25.160 Applicability. The examination and eligibility provisions of this chapter and establishment of positions covered by civil service by the provisions of this chapter shall be effective for all appointments made after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. [Ord. 2432, 1984]. Chapter 10.30 DISABILITY BOARD Sections: 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. 10.30.010 Board created – Terms of office. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 403/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 403/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 32 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Board Created. There is created a disability board having that jurisdiction over police officers and firefighters as provided by Chapter 41.26 RCW and, specifically, RCW 41.26.110 composed of the following five members: 1. Two members of the city council to be appointed by the mayor; 2. One active or retired firefighter to be elected by the firefighters employed by or retired from the city; 3. One active or retired law enforcement officer to be elected by police officers employed by or retired from the city; and 4. One member from the public at large who resides within the city of Edmonds to be appointed by the other four appointed members designated in this section. B. Terms. All members appointed or elected pursuant to this section shall serve for two-year terms pursuant to RCW 41.26.110(1)(a) . An appointment may be made to fill the unexpired portion of a term less than two years in length. Members shall not receive compensation for their service upon the disability board but shall be reimbursed for all travel expenses incidental to such service. The disability board shall perform all functions, exercise all powers, and make such determinations as specified under the foregoing laws of the state of Washington as they may be amended from time to time. [Ord. 3535 § 1, 2005; Ord. 2656 § 3, 1988; Ord. 1472, 1970]. Chapter 10.35 HEARING EXAMINER Sections: 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. 10.35.010 Office of hearing examiner. A. Appointment. There is created the office of the hearing examiner. The hearing examiner shall be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council for a term of four years. The first year of the term will be probationary during which year he or she will serve subject to the Item 9.5 Packet pg. 404/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 404/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 33 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. approval of the mayor. During the balance of the four-year term the hearing examiner may be removed only for good cause. B. Temporary Appointment. The mayor shall appoint a temporary hearing examiner to serve whenever the hearing examiner informs the mayor that he or she cannot serve. C. Conflict of Interest. The hearing examiner may hold no other position in the city government of Edmonds or be an employee of or contractor for any person under contract to the city of Edmonds. The hearing examiner shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1.14 ECC, Public Official Disclosure. D. Freedom from Improper Influence. No person shall interfere with the hearing examiner in the performance of his designated duties. The hearing examiner shall avoid prehearing contact with persons interested in a particular land use proposal, including the staff persons working on the same matter. If there is any prehearing contact, the hearing examiner shall disclose it on the record at the start of the hearing. The hearing examiner shall disqualify himself or herself if the prehearing contact would result in an unfair hearing, or an appearance of unfairness, and arrange for a temporary hearing examiner to hold the hearing. E. Powers and Duties. The hearing examiner shall review land use applications and issues as specified in Chapter 20.01 ECDC and related matters. F. The examiner holds regular hearings on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 3:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in- person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Annual Review. Every year during the first quarter, the hearing examiner shall prepare and present an oral and written report to the city council outlining the actions of the hearing examiner during the preceding calendar year. The purpose of such review is to enable the city council and the hearing examiner to coordinate city land use policy and philosophy. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Att. A), 2023; Ord. 4076 § 1, 2017; Ord. 4028 § 4, 2016; Ord. 2381, 1983; Ord. 2215 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2169 § 2, 1980]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 405/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 405/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 34 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Chapter 10.40 PLANNING BOARD Sections: 10.40.010 Purpose. 10.40.020 Planning board. 10.40.030 Repealed. 10.40.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the creation of a planning board pursuant to Chapter 35A.63 RCW, and provide for its membership, organization, operation, and expenses. The planning board shall generally serve in an advisory capacity to the city in regional and local planning and specifically assist in the development of the comprehensive plan and development regulations and their successive review and amendment from time to time. The board shall have the additional duties specifically set forth in this chapter and such ad hoc duties as the city council may from time to time assign to it. [Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2170 § 2, 1980]. 10.40.020 Planning board. A. Appointment. There is created the planning board, consisting of seven members. Each member shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council. 1. Members of the board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. 2. Although the city of Edmonds is not divided into political or geographical wards, it is the intent of this section that said board membership shall maintain a reasonable balance of geographical distribution throughout the city of Edmonds. 3. It is the intent of this section to maintain a diversified representation of occupations and experience on the planning board. To this end each appointee shall be considered for board membership according to his/her field of experience, among other factors. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 406/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 406/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 35 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 4. An alternative member shall be appointed to serve in the event any regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason. In the event a regular member is absent or disqualified for any reason, the alternate shall have all the powers of a regular member, including the right to vote on board decisions. The alternate shall be subject to the same attendance requirements as regular board members. In the event that a regular position on the board shall be declared vacant, the alternate shall be deemed to fill such vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. B. Term. In order to provide for continuity of membership, members shall be assigned a position number. Except as provided below, two positions shall expire each year. The term of each position shall be three years; provided, that the current term for each position shall expire, and a new term shall begin, at the end of the years shown, respectively, below; and further provided, that the current term for Position 1 will be a short term ending at the end of 2022, to be followed by a four-year term: Position One - 2022 Position Five - 2024 Position Two - 2022 Position Six - 2024 Position Three - 2023 Position Seven - 2021 Position Four - 2023 Alternate - 2021 C. Powers and Duties. The planning board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the mayor and the city council in the following matters: 1. The board shall advise on all amendments to the comprehensive plan. This includes reviewing all elements of the plan on a periodic basis and reporting to the mayor and city council on the need for changes in the plan. It also includes holding public hearings and making recommendations to the mayor and city council on proposed changes to the plan, to the text of the development regulations, and also to the zoning map in the case of rezones, as provided in ECDC Title 20. Review of and recommendations for the plan may be prepared as a whole or in successive parts. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 407/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 407/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 36 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 2. The board shall advise the mayor and city council on all parking matters that involve an amendment or other modification to any city ordinance or code section within the jurisdiction of the board. 3. The board shall serve as an ongoing park board and advise the mayor and city council on all matters relating to the acquisition and development of all city parks and recreation facilities. 4. The board shall do research and investigation on specific projects assigned to it by the mayor and city council. The board will analyze data collected, arrange for public participation, and organize its findings. The board will then present its findings to the mayor and city council detailing a summary of pertinent data, public contribution, alternatives available, and may, if appropriate, recommend a course of action, giving reasons for such recommendation. 5. The board shall have such other powers and duties as contained in Chapter 35A.63 RCW, as may be amended from time to time, that are not otherwise specifically delegated to the hearing examiner or other specific staff or agency of the city. D. Operation. 1. The city planning division shall provide regular staff services to the planning board. Other city departments shall provide staff services as requested by the planning board. 2. The city council shall establish an annual budget for planning board operations for services in addition to regular staff services. Should the planning board and planning staff determine that a particular project requires services in addition to those normally provided by the city staff, then an estimate of needs detailing the type of assistance and funding required shall be presented to the city council for approval before that project is undertaken. 3. Four members of the board shall be the minimum number necessary to constitute a quorum for the transaction of business; provided, that the vote of not less than three members shall be necessary to take action on any particular item before it. 4. Regular meetings of the board are held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. as hybrid meetings that are accessible both virtually and in-person and Item 9.5 Packet pg. 408/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 408/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 37 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. 5. The city council shall meet periodically with the planning board at a city council meeting in order to review and update planning board agendas. The intent of this section is to stimulate continuing communication between mayor, city council and the planning board in an effort to identify and solve the problems facing the city of Edmonds. Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the manner in which items are placed on a planning board agenda nor the topics that may be considered by the planning board. 6. The board shall adopt rules of procedure and rules governing election and duties of officers of the board; provided, however, said rules shall pertain only to the internal procedures of the members and said rules and procedures may be questioned only by members of the board and do not give standing to question said procedures to nonmembers or other parties. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4222 § 1 (Att. A), 2021; Ord. 3421 § 1, 2002; Ord. 3094 § 1, 1996; Ord. 2659, 1988; Ord. 2656 § 4, 1988; Ord. 2433, 1984; Ord. 2342, 1983; Ord. 2196 § 1, 1981; Ord. 2170 § 3, 1980]. 10.40.030 Coordinated report – Citizens economic development commission. Repealed by Ord. 4222. Chapter 10.50 PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD (Repealed by Ord. 4033) Chapter 10.60 EDMONDS SISTER CITY COMMISSION Sections: 10.60.010 Created. 10.60.020 Meeting. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 409/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 409/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 38 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. 10.60.010 Created. There is hereby created within the city of Edmonds the Edmonds sister city commission, which shall be composed of not less than nine nor more than 12 interested individuals who will promote relationships with sister cities approved by the Edmonds city council. Commission members shall be appointed by the mayor with the confirmation of the city council from a list of candidates proposed by interested citizens participating in the commission’s activities as well as names submitted by interested citizens. Except for the initial commission, the term of office of each member shall be for three years. At the date of initial appointment, the mayor shall provide in his or her appointment for staggered terms in order that no less than two nor more than four members shall be appointed in each year. The commission shall elect a chairman and provide through its own rules for such additional officers as it deems appropriate. The commission shall also provide for various subcommittees chaired by members of the commission and comprised of interested citizens throughout the community, governmental bodies and educational institutions who are interested in various aspects of the commission’s purposes. 10.60.020 Meeting. The Edmonds sister city commission shall meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at such locations as it shall establish throughout the city of Edmonds. The subcommittees of the commission are not city committees and shall not transact public business, and their meetings shall not be considered public meetings for the purposes of the Open Meeting and Record Act. Such subcommittees shall make recommendations only to the sister city commission. This statement of purpose is not intended to avoid any requirement of state law but rather to recognize that such subcommittees and their membership may shift from time to time, and are groups of interested citizens working together to promote the activities of the commission, subject to its approval. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 410/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 410/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 39 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.60.030 Formal commission structure. Only those commission members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council shall be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance. One purpose of the commission will be to promote its activities through broad citizen participation; provided, however, that subcommittee members and other citizens participating in the commission functions shall not be covered by the city’s indemnification ordinance nor the city’s liability insurance coverage. Official activities of the sister city commission shall comply with established city ordinance procedures and accounting procedures. 10.60.040 Contributions of private funds. The administrative services director is hereby authorized and directed to work with the commission to establish a fund or appropriate subfund or accounting category in order to segregate private monies contributed to the city for the purpose of assisting or promoting the sister city commission effort. The purpose of this segregation will be to keep and maintain the private character of these funds in order that they may be used to entertain and host visiting dignitaries and to do other things which the city would be otherwise prohibited from doing with public funds. In all other respects, the funding of the commission shall be on such basis as the council shall determine in accordance with its annual budget; provided, however, it is the intention of the city council that staff support be provided through the office of the mayor and that special projects of the commission be funded through its applications to other interested bodies. For example, the promotion of tourism through Japanese tourists may trigger application for tourism funds, an art project may result in applications to the Edmonds arts commission, and other similar projects will be funded in accordance with their merit and the purposes for which other available funds are provided. The commission is urged and expected to continue its fund raising efforts in order to provide a separate source of private funding for its projects. 10.60.050 Expenditures and other financial procedures. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 411/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 411/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 40 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Expenditure of all funds shall be expended in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures and those procedures established by the administrative services director and the state auditor; provided, however, that private funds donated for the purpose of hosting shall be segregated from public funds. The commission shall maintain a proper audit trail for all expenditures and carefully differentiate between public and private funds to the end that no public monies of the city are spent on promotional hosting or visiting dignitaries except in conjunction with public celebrations and events approved for public expenditure by the opinion of the State Auditor and Attorney General. [Ord. 2875 § 1, 1992; Ord. 2715, 1989]. Chapter 10.65 EDMONDS DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the board. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. 10.65.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. 10.65.010 Establishment and purpose of the board. A. There is hereby created an Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) advisory board consisting of nine members. B. The mission of the Edmonds diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility board is to promote and embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through action, education, and guidance. The board seeks to foster an understanding that includes, accepts, respects and appreciates each individual member of our community. The board helps to identify actions which the city government can take to improve equitable access and address adverse impacts of past policy and conditions. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 412/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 412/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 41 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.65.020 Appointment, membership and terms of appointment. A. The Edmonds DEIA board will seek to attract members that are interested in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility issues, can respect different viewpoints, are action oriented, and have personal experience that will provide empathy and community understanding regarding issues of diversity and will contribute to a diverse body. The mayor, city council and board will consider the EEOC goals in selecting the initial slate of board members. Members of the board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. B. The first slate of board members seated will be selected by the mayor and city council. The mayor will appoint two members, and each of the seven council members will appoint one member to the board. Subsequent appointments will be made by the mayor and will be subject to council confirmation as per ECC 10.01.030. C. Terms of the board members will be three years, except as set forth below. D. In the event that any board member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive board meetings, that position will be deemed vacant, and a subsequent appointment shall be made pursuant to ECC 10.01.030. E. In order to ensure the fewest terms will expire in any one year, the initial terms of the appointed positions will be staggered in the following manner: Position No. 1: expires after one year: appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3: expires after one year: appointed by council seat No. 2. Position No. 4: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6: expires after two years: appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8: expires after three years: appointed by council seat No. 7. Position No. 9: expires after three years: appointed by the mayor. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 413/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 413/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 42 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. F. Members may be removed by the mayor with the approval of city council after a public hearing before the city council, for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. Any vacancy on the board shall be advertised, and the new appointee shall be selected from the applications received. Any appointment to a position vacated other than by the expiration of the term of the appointment shall be to fill the unexpired portion of the term. G. The seated board will adhere to the code of conduct adopted by city council and pertinent to advisory boards. Violations of the code of conduct shall constitute malfeasance in office. H. The city council president may appoint one councilmember to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the board. I. In accordance with Chapter 10.03 ECC, the board may appoint a high school or college student to participate as a nonvoting member of the board. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4069 §§ 1, 2, 2017; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.030 Officers of board – Meetings – Quorum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chair, vice chair, and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the board. The board shall set its own meeting dates and the city shall give notice of such meeting in compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act of the state of Washington, as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time. Professional and general staff will be provided at the discretion of the mayor and city council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. 10.65.040 Powers and duties. The board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other advisory bodies on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board by the mayor or city council, including, but not limited to: Item 9.5 Packet pg. 414/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 414/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 43 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. A. Serve as a board for city government and the community by providing information, education, and communication that facilitates understanding of DEIA and to celebrate and respect individual differences. B. Recommend to the mayor and city council DEIA opportunities to promote programs, and provide guidance to assure an accessible, safe, welcoming and inclusive government and community. C. Support, challenge, and guide government and the community to eliminate and prevent all forms of discrimination. D. The board shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form each year, when appropriate, to begin at least one year after the board begins its work, and during other times as directed by the mayor or council. [Ord. 4296 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 3994 § 1 (Exh. A), 2015]. Chapter 10.70 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Sections: 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. 10.70.020 Membership. 10.70.030 Duties. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. 10.70.010 Creation – Conflict of provisions. A lodging tax advisory committee is hereby created pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW. The duties and structure of the advisory committee shall be interpreted and applied pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is amended, and, in the event of conflict between the provisions of this chapter and Chapter 3.34 ECC, and Chapter 67.28 RCW, the state statute shall control. In the event of ambiguity, all ambiguity shall be Item 9.5 Packet pg. 415/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 415/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 44 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. resolved in favor of and in conformance with the provisions of the state statute. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.020 Membership. The lodging tax advisory committee shall consist of five members appointed by the city council pursuant to RCW 67.28.1817. Committee membership shall consist of: A. Two members of representatives of businesses required to collect tax under this chapter; B. Two members who are persons involved in activities authorized to be funded or supported by revenues received under this chapter; C. A fifth representative who shall be an elected official of the city and who shall chair the commission; D. The committee may be enlarged at the discretion of the city council recognizing there must always be equal representation from the tax providers and the tax users as required by RCW 67.28.1817, as now or hereafter amended; E. In addition, the city council may appoint an additional nonvoting member who is an elected official of the city and a nonvoting member who is an elected official of Snohomish County. Persons eligible for appointment under subsection A of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection B, and persons who are eligible under subsection B of this section are not eligible for appointment under subsection A. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.030 Duties. The committee shall provide advice and recommendations in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 67.28 RCW as the same exists or is hereafter amended. The city council shall submit for review and recommendation an imposition of taxes under this chapter, an increase in the rate of tax imposed under this chapter, repeal of an exemption from the tax imposed under this chapter, or a change in the use of revenue received under this chapter. The city council shall submit such items for consideration at least 45 days before its final action on a passage of a Item 9.5 Packet pg. 416/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 416/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 45 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. proposal by the city council. The advisory committee shall receive public comment on the proposal in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.34 ECC. The failure of the advisory committee to timely submit comments before final action on or passage of the proposal shall not prevent the city council from acting on such a proposal. In the event that the city council determines it appropriate in its sole discretion to amend a proposal following the receipt of comment by the advisory committee, it is not required to resubmit such proposal to the advisory committee before acting. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. 10.70.040 Expiration of appointment. An appointment of each member of the committee shall expire annually on December 31st. The city council shall review membership annually and shall make such changes as it deems appropriate replacing or retaining members as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate. [Ord. 3166 § 3, 1997]. Chapter 10.75 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Sections: 10.75.010 Board created – Membership – Term of appointments. 10.75.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. 10.75.010 Board created – Membership – Term of appointments. A. There is hereby created a citizens economic development board consisting of nine members. B. The members of the board shall be appointed in the following manner: 1. The mayor shall appoint all members subject to council confirmation. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 417/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 417/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 46 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 2. In the event that any member resigns or fails to attend three consecutive board meetings, that position may be deemed vacant and a replacement member may be appointed for the remainder of the unexpired term for that position. 3. Elected government officials shall not be eligible for appointment to the board; provided, that the city council president may appoint one council member to serve as a nonvoting, ex officio member of the board. 4. The Edmonds port commission, the Edmonds chamber of commerce, and the Edmonds planning board are encouraged to appoint one of their members to serve as nonvoting, ex officio members of the board. 5. Members of the board must be residents of the city of Edmonds. 6. If a member satisfied the eligibility criteria in effect upon his/her appointment to the board but fails to maintain his/her eligibility either through an amendment of the eligibility criteria or due to a change of circumstances surrounding the board (e.g., change of residency) after his/her appointment, that member shall lose his/her seat on the board as a matter of law and the seat shall be deemed vacant. 7. Any vacancy on the board will be advertised, and the new appointee will be selected from the applications received. C. Terms of the board members shall be three years. The initial appointments were staggered as set forth below (references to appointing authority reflect the appointing authority in effect at the time of the initial appointment; all subsequent appointments shall be made by the mayor subject to council confirmation pursuant to ECC 10.01.030): Position No. 1 expires after two years, appointed by the mayor. Position No. 2 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 1. Position No. 3 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 2. Position No. 4 expires after two years, appointed by council seat No. 3. Position No. 5 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 4. Position No. 6 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 5. Position No. 7 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 6. Position No. 8 expires after three years, appointed by council seat No. 7. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 418/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 418/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 47 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. Position No. 9 expires after three years, appointed by the mayor. . [Ord. 4020 § 1, 2016; Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3970 § 1, 2014; Ord. 3927 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3868 § 1, 2011; Ord. 3808 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chairman and vice-chairman and such other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chairman to preside at all meetings. The vice-chairman shall perform this duty in the absence of the chairman. A majority of the filled positions on the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A majority of the quorum may transact any particular business of the board. The board shall establish regular public meetings, including established day of the month, time and place. Notice for such regular meetings shall be provided in accordance with city ordinance and state law. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. 10.75.030 Powers and duties. A. The board is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council, and as appropriate to other advisory boards of the city, on such matters as may be specifically referred to the board by the mayor or city council, or on matters independently generated by the board, related to: 1. Strategies, programs or activities intended to generate economic development and consequently increase jobs and municipal revenue. B. The board shall deliver an annual report to the city council in written and oral form during the first quarter of every year, and when appropriate, during other times as directed by the mayor or council. The board is encouraged to provide informal reports and/or recommendations to the mayor and city council at any time during the year. C. The board is encouraged to work in conjunction with other advisory bodies on proposals, recommendations, projects or activities of mutual interest, or as otherwise directed by city Item 9.5 Packet pg. 419/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 419/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 48 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. council. Similarly, the board is encouraged to collaborate and cooperate with other organizations, agencies or entities engaged in economic development in Edmonds. [Ord. 4018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3876 § 1 (Att. A), 2012; Ord. 3735 § 1, 2009]. Chapter 10.80 SALARY COMMISSION Sections: 10.80.010 Created – Membership. 10.80.020 Qualifications. 10.80.030 Duties. 10.80.040 Open meetings. 10.80.050 Referendum. 10.80.010 Created – Membership. A. There is created a salary commission for the city. The commission shall consist of five members, to be appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. B. The salary commission will serve without compensation. C. Each member of the commission shall serve a term of three years, except that the initial members shall be appointed for staggered terms of one, two or three years. D. No member of the commission shall be appointed to more than two terms. E. In the event of a vacancy in the office of commissioner, the mayor shall appoint, subject to approval of the city council, a person to serve the unexpired portion of the term of the expired position. F. A member of the commission shall only be removed from office for cause of incapacity, incompetence, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office, or for a disqualifying change of residence. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 420/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 420/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 49 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.80.020 Qualifications. A. Each member of the commission shall be a resident of the city. B. No member of the commission shall be an officer, official, or employee of the city or an immediate family member of an officer, official, or employee of the city. For purposes of this section, “immediate family member” means the parents, spouse, siblings, children, or dependent relatives of an officer, official, or employee of the city, whether or not living in the household of the officer, official, or employee. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.030 Duties. A. The commission shall have the duty to meet between July 1st and September 30th of each even-numbered year commencing the year 2026, to review the salaries paid by the city to each elected city official, except that the salary of the municipal court judge shall be determined in accordance with ECC 2.15.040. If after such review the commission determines that the salary paid to an elected city official should be increased or decreased, the commission shall file a written salary schedule with the city clerk indicating the increase or decrease in salary and the effective date. Prior to filing the salary schedule with the city clerk, the city attorney shall review the salary schedule for ambiguity and legality and shall approve the salary schedule as to form if the schedule is unambiguous and legal. B. Any increase or decrease in salary established by the commission shall become effective and incorporated into the city budget without further action of the city council or salary commission. C. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective as to all city elected officials, regardless of their terms of office. Salary increases established by the commission shall be effective on the next payday for city employees, or under the conditions established in the salary schedule. D. Salary decreases established by the commission shall become effective as to incumbent city elected officials at the commencement of their next subsequent terms of office. E. For purposes of this chapter, “salary” means any fixed compensation paid or provided periodically for work or services and includes, but is not limited to, wages and medical or other Item 9.5 Packet pg. 421/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 421/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 50 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. benefits. This definition expressly excludes any expenses paid or reimbursed on behalf of the mayor or council member for training and travel expenses. [Ord. 4435 § 1, 2026; Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.040 Open meetings. All meetings, actions, hearings, and business of the commission shall be subject to the Open Public Meetings Act as set forth in Chapter 42.30 RCW. Prior to the filing of any salary schedule, the commission shall hold no fewer than two public hearings thereon within the two months immediately preceding the filing of its salary schedule. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. 10.80.050 Referendum. A. Any salary increase or decrease established by the commission pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to referendum petition by the voters of the city, in the same manner as a city ordinance, upon filing of a referendum petition with the city clerk within 30 days after filing of a salary schedule by the commission. In the event of the filing of a valid referendum petition, the salary increase or decrease shall not go into effect until approved by a vote of the people. B. Referendum measures under this section shall be submitted to the voters of the city at the next following general or municipal election occurring 30 days or more after the petition is filed, and shall otherwise be governed by the provisions of the state constitution and the laws generally applicable to referendum measures. [Ord. 4252 § 1, 2022]. Chapter 10.90 EDMONDS HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD Sections: 10.90.010 Creation and size. 10.90.020 Composition of the advisory board. 10.90.030 Terms. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 422/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 422/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 51 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. 10.90.060 Board staff. 10.90.010 Creation and size. There is hereby established an Edmonds historic preservation board. Members of the Edmonds historic preservation board shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by the city council. All appointments shall be residents of Edmonds, except as expressly provided in ECC 10.90.020(B). [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3669 § 1, 2007; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.020 Composition of the board. A. All members of the board must have a demonstrated interest or competence in historic preservation and possess qualities of impartiality and broad judgment. B. The board shall consist of seven voting members and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by Edmonds city council members; provided, that if the board has more than seven voting members at the time this code is adopted, all members shall remain full voting members until the size of the board can be reduced to seven through term expiration or other occurrence of vacancy. The board shall include at least two professionals who have experience in identifying, evaluating, and protecting historic resources and are selected from among the disciplines of history, architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, planning, cultural anthropology, archaeology, cultural geography, American studies, law, and/or real estate. Four positions shall be filled by citizens of Edmonds with demonstrated interest in historic preservation. One position shall be filled as recommended by the Edmonds South Snohomish County Historical Society. A board action that would otherwise be valid shall not be rendered invalid by the temporary vacancy of one or all of the professional positions, unless the board action is related to meeting certified local government (CLG) responsibilities cited in the certification agreement between the mayor and the historic preservation officer. Furthermore, in special circumstances, exceptions to the residence requirement of board members may be granted by the mayor and the city council in order to obtain representatives from those disciplines. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3870 § 2, 2012; Ord. 3813 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3669 § 2, 2007; Ord. 3526 § 1, 2004; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 423/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 423/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 52 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.90.030 Terms. The original appointment of members to the commission shall be as follows: three for two years, two for three years, and two for four years. Thereafter, appointments shall be made for a three-year term. Vacancies shall be filled by the mayor for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.040 Powers and duties. The major responsibility of the historic preservation board is to identify and actively encourage the conservation of the city’s historic resources by initiating and maintaining a register of historic places and reviewing proposed changes to register properties; to raise community awareness of the city’s history and historic resources; and to serve as the city’s primary resource in matters of historic planning and preservation. In carrying out these responsibilities, the historic preservation board shall engage in the following: A. Conduct and maintain a comprehensive inventory of historic resources within the boundaries of the city and known as the Edmonds historic inventory; publicize and periodically update inventory results. Properties listed on the inventory shall be recorded on official zoning records with a “HI” (for historic inventory designation). This designation shall not change or modify the underlying zone classification. B. Initiate and maintain the Edmonds register of historic places. This official register shall be compiled of buildings, structures, sites, objects and districts identified by the board as having historic significance worthy of recognition and protection by the city and encouragement of efforts by owners to maintain, rehabilitate and preserve properties. C. Review nominations to the Edmonds register of historic places according to criteria in ECDC 20.45.010 and adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. D. Review proposals to construct, change, alter, modify, remodel, move, demolish or significantly affect properties or districts on the register as provided in Chapter 20.45 ECDC and Item 9.5 Packet pg. 424/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 424/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 53 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. adopt standards in its rules to be used to guide this review and the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness or waiver. E. Provide for the review either by the board or its staff of all applications for approvals, permits, environmental assessments or impact statements, and other similar documents pertaining to identified historic resources or adjacent properties. F. Conduct all board meetings in compliance with Chapter 42.30 RCW, Open Public Meetings Act, to provide for adequate public participation and adopt standards in its rules to guide this action. Regular meetings of the board shall be held at least quarterly on such dates fixed and noticed by the board. Meetings shall be in a hybrid format that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. G. Participate in, promote and conduct public information, educational and interpretive programs pertaining to historic and prehistoric resources. H. Establish liaison support, communication and cooperation with federal, state and other local government entities which will further historic preservation objectives, including public education, within the city. I. Review and comment to the city council on land use, housing and redevelopment, municipal improvement and other types of planning and programs undertaken by any agency of the city, other neighboring communities, Snohomish County, the state or federal governments, as they relate to historic resources of the city. J. Advise the city council and chief local elected official generally on matters of historic planning and preservation. K. Perform other related functions assigned to the board by the city council or chief local elected official. L. Provide information to the public on methods of maintaining and rehabilitating historic properties. This may take the form of pamphlets, newsletters, workshops or similar activities. M. Officially recognize excellence in the rehabilitation of historic buildings, structures, sites and districts, and new construction in historic areas; and encourage appropriate measures for such recognition. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 425/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 425/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 54 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. N. Be informed about and provide information to the public and city departments on incentives for preservation of historic resources including legislation, regulations and codes which encourage the use of adaptive reuse of historic properties. O. Review nominations to the state and national registers of historic places. P. Investigate and report to the city council on the use of various federal, state, local or private funding sources available to promote historic resource preservation in the city. Q. Serve as the local review board for special valuation and: 1. Make determinations concerning the eligibility of historic properties for special valuation; 2. Verify that the improvements are consistent with the Washington State Advisory Council’s standards for rehabilitation and maintenance; 3. Enter into agreements with property owners for the duration of the special valuation period as required under WAC 254-20-070(2); 4. Approve or deny applications for special valuation; 5. Monitor the property for continued compliance with the agreement and statutory eligibility requirements during the 10-year special valuation period; and 6. Adopt bylaws and/or administrative rules and comply with all other local review board responsibilities identified in Chapter 84.26 RCW. R. The board shall adopt rules of procedure to address subsections (C), (D), (F), (O) and (Q) of this section. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3951 § 1, 2013; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. 10.90.050 Rules and officers. The board shall establish and adopt its own rules of procedure, and shall select from among its membership a chairperson and such other officers as may be necessary to conduct the board's business. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 426/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 426/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 55 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.90.060 Boardstaff. Board and professional staff assistance shall be designated by the mayor with additional assistance and information to be provided by other city departments as may be necessary to aid the commission in carrying out its duties and responsibilities under this chapter. [Ord. 4274 § 1 (Exh. A), 2022; Ord. 3392 § 1, 2002]. Chapter 10.95 EDMONDS TREE BOARD Sections: 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. 10.95.010 Board created – Membership. A. There is hereby created an Edmonds tree board consisting of seven members plus one alternate and one nonvoting, ex officio position to be filled by an Edmonds city council member. Board members must be Edmonds residents. It is recommended the board include citizens from throughout the city (representing different watersheds and neighborhoods). Additionally, those with professional or hobbyist interest/experience in urban forestry, horticulture, and habitat enviroscaping are preferred; these may include arborists, botanists, horticulturists, native plant experts, master gardeners, wildlife experts, and related. B. All appointments shall be made by the mayor and must be confirmed by a majority of the full city council. C. Should a vacancy occur on the tree board, a new member shall be appointed in accordance with ECC 10.01.030 for the remainder of the unexpired term. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 3875 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 427/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 427/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 56 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 10.95.020 Officers of board – Meetings – Forum. Members of the board shall meet and organize by election, from the members of the board, a chair and vice chair and other officers as may be determined by the board. It shall be the duty of the chair to preside at all meetings. The vice chair shall perform this duty in the absence of the chair. Four members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. If four regular members are not present, the alternate member may fulfill the quorum requirement for that meeting and vote accordingly. Otherwise, the alternate may not vote. A regular meeting of the board is held the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. as a hybrid meeting that is accessible both virtually and in-person and where the in-person component is conducted in the Brackett Room, Edmonds City Hall, 121 Fifth Avenue N., Edmonds, Washington. [Ord. 4290 § 1 (Exh. A), 2023; Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. 10.95.030 Powers and duties. A. The board is empowered to: advise and make recommendations to the mayor and city council and, as appropriate, to the planning board and other advisory bodies of the city on such matters including but not limited to: 1. An urban forest management program and/or ordinances to help preserve and protect existing trees, encourage planting of additional trees, safeguard trees on parcels where construction or renovation is occurring or planned to occur, and encouraging the Edmonds citizenry to become active stewards of the urban forest. 2. Increasing community outreach and education regarding the value of trees, proper selection of trees, and correct methods for planting of and caring for trees. 3. Working with civic, religious, and citizen groups on specific projects or to organize invasive plant removal and native vegetation planting in accord with the department of parks, recreation and cultural services. 4. Facilitating relevant grant applications supporting ecology and watershed protection projects. 5. Sponsoring an annual Arbor Day event. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 428/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 428/431 ECC Title 10, Advisory Bodies Page 57 of 57 The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 6. Working towards achieving and maintaining a Tree City USA® status. B. The board shall provide an annual report to the city council within the first quarter of each year. [Ord. 4067 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 4034 § 2, 2016; Ord. 3807 § 1, 2010]. The Edmonds City Code is current through Ordinance 4444, passed August 3, 2026. 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 ICC Code Solutions. Item 9.5 Packet pg. 429/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 429/431 ORDINATNCE NO. 537. An0rdinance creating a municipal defense commission,prescribing its duties and declaring an emergency, WHEREAS, the PRESIDENT of the United States, byExective Order, signed on May 20, 1941, created the Office of Civilian Defense in the office for Emergency Management; and WHEREAS, the Office of Civilian Defense has requested the co- operation and assistance of all municipalities in carrying out the Cevilian Defense program; and WHEREAS, it is desirable to co-ordinate all municipal defense activities in one municipal agency; N OW , THEREFORE, THE CITY OF EDMONDS DOES ORDAIN: SECTION 1; There is hereby created the Municipal Defense Com- mission of the City of Edmonds, to be composed of the Mayor as Chairman, and such other persons, not exceeding Eleven (11) in number, as the Mayor may appoint from time to time. The Mayor shall designate one of the members so appointed as Vice Chairman who shall be the Co-ordinator for the City of Edmonds. Each member of the Municipal Defense Commission shall serve at the pleasure of the Mayor or untill the repeal of this Ordinance. SECTIOn12; The Municipal Defense Commission is hereby authorized to expend whatever funds as are appropriated to carry out the functions of the Defense Commission, subject, however, to all regulations now provided by law governing this municipality. SECTI0N3: The Municipal Defense Commission shall be charged with the duty of co-ordinating all defense activities of this city. It shall: 1) Go -ordinate the activities of municipal and private agencies co-operating in the defense program; 2) Leep in contact with the Office of Cevilian Defense to the end that all requests and suggestions from that office shall receive prompt and efficient responses; 3) Conduct studies regarding defense problems ofthe City of Edmonds to the end that the municipal government of the City of Edmonds will at a11 times be anrest of the problems of defense and information desired by Federal agencies will be readily avail- able; 4) Servey existing facilities, proffers of facilities, service and ideas originating within the city and make appropiate disposition of them; 5) Act as a clearing house on municipal defense infor- mation for all Government and private agencies co-operating in the defense program; 6) Direct Information regarding the defense program to all municipal departments or agencies which are or may be affected thereby; Item 9.5 Packet pg. 430/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 430/431 299 7) Make recommendations, from time to time, for improvements in the handling of defense problems affectiong the City of Edmonds; 8) Perform such other advisory functions as may be requested by agencies or departments of the Federal Government in connection with the National Defense program. 9) Do whatever is necessary and proper subject to the provisions of Section 2, to carry out the intent and purpose of this Ordinance in assisting proper local authorities in the protection of life and property. SECTION:4: Tha Municipal Defense Commision may expedite procedure by organizeing itself into subcommittes and may subdivide its work and prescribe such rules and regulations as are not in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance. It may recommend, for adop- tion by the City Council, training regulations. It may delegate the authority of preliminary hearings for dismissal of voluntary workers to the heads of the Departments. The Municipal Defense Commission may appoint additional com- mittees to meet any emergency that may arises but shall report same promptly to the Council of the City of Edmonds which shall have the authority, at its discretion, to order the discontinuance of such committee. Any person appointed to any position created under this Ordinance may be removed by the appointing authority for any reason deemed by it to be sufficient. ATTEST: Geo.M.Leyda City Clerk PASSED: December 16th 1941 PUNLISHED Dec. 18th 1941 A.Fourtner Mayor I hereby certify that the fore- going Ordinance is a true copy of Ordinance No. 537 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 431/431 Item 9.5 Packet pg. 431/431