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20190827 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES August 27, 2019 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Dave Earling, Mayor Adrienne Fraley-Monillas, Council President Michael Nelson, Councilmember Kristiana Johnson, Councilmember Thomas Mesaros, Councilmember Diane Buckshnis, Councilmember Dave Teitzel, Councilmember Neil Tibbott, Councilmember ALSO PRESENT Zach Bauder, Student Representative CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE STAFF PRESENT Shane Hope, Development Services Director Scott James, Finance Director Jeff Taraday, City Attorney Scott Passey, City Clerk Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator Jeannie Dines, Recorder The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Earling in the Council Chambers, 250 5"' Avenue North, Edmonds. The meeting was opened with the flag salute. 2. ROLL CALL City Clerk Scott Passey called the roll. All elected officials were present. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER TIBBOTT, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA IN CONTENT AND ORDER. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Lee Kimmelman, Edmonds, referred to two very important issues discussed at last week's Council meeting and while he agreed the outcome on both was correct, no formal action was taken, he was concerned with the possibility that nothing further will happen. Specifically the request for $20,000 for Shannon & Wilson related to the Willow Creek Daylighting project, he was concerned the motion was tabled with no set time or date for further discussion. Although some may say there is time to wait, the issue of Willow Creek needs to continue to move forward. He recommended the Council put that issue back on the table once information is available to determine the amount necessary. With regard to the parking study, he recalled following a lot of discussion about the cost of the survey, no decision was made. It was clear there was not a good understanding regarding the parking study and the cost. He questioned why the City did not do the parking study like other projects; put it out for bid and consultants submit a bid with the cost. Jacob Sawyer, Edmonds, representing the Edmonds Youth Commission, said he attended the August 5"' Council meeting where Ms. Hope's presentation inspired the Commission to provide the following Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 1 response: In regard to the presentation on Climate Change that was put forward during the City Council meeting on August 5`", the Edmonds Youth Commission agrees with the Council's statement to move forward on the strategies outlined by ESA. Additionally the Commission agrees with the Council's statement to move forward with Edmonds goal of 1.5°C temperature change. In the future, the Youth Commission is in favor of open and widescale discussion on the topic. The impending threat that climate change poses is especially relevant to the Youth Commission considering that the youth of Edmonds will be the ones to experience the repercussions of climate change if it is allowed to continue at its current rate. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: 1. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 20, 2019 2. APPROVAL OF CLAIM, PAYROLL AND BENEFIT CHECKS, DIRECT DEPOSIT AND WIRE PAYMENTS 3. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES 4. CONFIRM APPOINTMENT OF CEMETERY BOARD CANDIDATE 6. REPORTS ON OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS Councilmember Mesaros reported the SeaShore Transportation Forum meeting included discussion about planning for the opening of Sound Transit's Northgate station and the reconfiguration of buses routes to Seattle. Many of those buses will no longer go into Seattle and will stop at Northgate so passengers can take light rail. The anticipated schedule for the trains is every 8 minutes. When Sound Transit opened the University station, they were overwhelmed by the number of riders and are planning for a higher volume of riders at the Northgate station. There is some negativity about mass transit because some say the public does not use it; in the Pacific NW, many more people than anticipated use it. One of problems Sound Transit is anticipating when the Lynnwood station opens in 2024 is the train may be full by the time it reaches the University station; having enough capacity to accommodate all the riders is a big issue. Community Transit buses in the morning (Route 417 in Edmonds) will no longer go into downtown Seattle and will instead stop at the Lynnwood or Mountlake Terrace station to connect to Sound Transit which will lessen congestion on I-5. Councilmember Mesaros reported on the SNO911 Board meeting and a change to the interlocal agreement regarding revenue collected from member agencies as a result of the merger of Snohomish County Emergency Radio System (SERS) and SN0911. Previously, each collected revenue using a different formula; the ILA will use one formula. The ILA can be approved by the SNO911 Board via a supermajority vote; that vote will occur at their September meeting. If it is not approved by a supermajority, it goes back to the member agencies where an affirmative vote by two-thirds of the agencies is required. Councilmember Mesaros reported the Edmonds Public Facilities District Board (EPFD) meeting included discussion regarding the EPFD's clean audit. The Council is invited to a reception for major donors on October 12'" at 6:00 p.m., prior to a performance by violinist Kelly Hall Tompkins. Councilmember Nelson reported the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet in September. Councilmember Buckshnis reported the Puget Sound Partnership did not meet. Councilmember Johnson and she met with WRIA 8 representatives to discuss the Windward report. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 2 Council President Fraley-Monillas reported the Health District is working on their budget as they are over $1 M in the red due to anticipated funds that were not provided by the State legislature. The Health District's Building Committee is considering building maintenance issues. Councilmember Teitzel reported Stormwater Engineer Zach Richardson provided the Port of Edmonds a report on the Dayton Street pump station which will substantially reduce flooding in the area, especially in the Harbor Square area. There is a three month lead time to order the pump so it will not be installed for several months. Ron Garner, Puget Sound Anglers, provide the Port an update on fishing in Puget Sound. He is very concerned about hatchery production particularly King and Coho salmon; the lack of King salmon affects orca survival. Hatchery production has been cut over the past several years, down about 100,000 million fish/year over the last decade. More hatchery funding is needed to restore hatchery production. The Port's 20 year old travel lift (sling that lifts large boat out of Puget Sound) has been failing; it was down approximately a week recently. The Port Commission approved $450,000 to purchase a new lift. The Port's budget is in good shape; the bonds used to purchase Harbor Square will be retired next year. The Port has the legal authority to levy up to $400,000 /year. The levy rate in 2019 was $0.07 and is dropping to $0.06 in 2020 due to the revenue cap. At the Port Commission's previous meeting Transportation Engineer Bertrand Hauss gave a presentation about a crosswalk installation on Admiral Way. The Port has been asking for a crosswalk in that area for several years due to safety issues; there are no crosswalks from the Dayton Street intersection to the dog park. Mr. Hauss presented two options, 1) 100 feet south of the Dayton/Admiral Way intersection, or 2) in front of the Jacobsen's Marine building. The Port chose the option closest to the intersection. The crosswalk will include pedestrian rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB). Councilmember Johnson reported last week Councilmember Buckshnis and she met with Windward regarding finalizing their study for presentation to the City Council. She thanked Council President Fraley- Monillas for covering Snohomish County Tomorrow (SCT) meetings for her when she was unable to attend. There will be an SCT meeting on September 4 from 12 —1 p.m. to review comments on PSRC Vision 2050. Draft reports are available from Cynthia Pruitt. With regard to the Historic Preservation Commission, Councilmember Johnson reported last week the Council approved the commission's recommendation to add a new building to the Edmonds Registry of Historic Places. 7. ACTION ITEM INDIGENOUS PEOPLES LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS Development Services Director Shane Hope recalled the Council was asked to consider having a statement acknowledging tribal lands and the indigenous people who have lived here a long time. Staff was directed to research, determine options, investigate what other organizations do, and to check with the Tulalip Tribes. That has been done, including investigating statements other groups use to acknowledge tribal lands. The Tulalip Tribes provided the following statement for Council consideration: "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." Ms. Hope reviewed options for Council consideration: • Issue 1: Should a Land Acknowledgement statement be used by the City Council and, if so, what should the language be? o Option A. Yes, use the statement offered by the Tulalips (Recommended); o Option B. Yes, but use another statement; or Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 3 o Option C. No, don't use a statement. Issue 2: If the City Council chooses to use a Land Acknowledgement statement for its meetings, how should that occur? o Option A. Expect that the person presiding over each regular Council meeting (generally, the Mayor or designee) will read the statement aloud either: • Immediately after calling the meeting to order; or ■ Immediately after the flag salute (Recommended) o Option B. Do not read the statement aloud but have it printed prominently on the agenda. Issue 3: If "yes" on Issue 1, should the City Council encourage other City boards and commissions to use the chosen Acknowledgement statement for their regular meetings? o Option A. Inform all City boards and commissions of the Council's decision on using an Acknowledgement statement and encourage them to consider using it in some way too, but do not be directive about it. (Recommended) o Option B. Let each board and commission decide for themselves and do not send a special communication about this issue. o Option C. Direct each City board and commission to use the Acknowledgement statement in some manner at all regular meetings. Ms. Hope explained another issue is what else can the City do honor the tribes and their people. The City currently recognizes the interests of the Native tribes via: • Notification of City projects and programs under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) • Adoption of regulations that protect fish and wildlife habit • Outreach to tribal representatives on major studies (for example, regarding the Marsh) • Consideration of comments from tribal representatives • Participation with tribal representatives on various regional boards and committees. Council President Fraley-Monillas acknowledged the long journey to gather this information. The statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes was developed by tribal elder leaders and she supported the use of that statement. It was developed via a careful process by the tribal elder leaders and has a great deal of meaning. She also supported have the statement printed on all agendas, read at appropriate meetings, and allow boards and commissions to determine whether to use a statement, but if they do, direct them to use statement from Tulalip tribal elders. Councilmember Johnson said her research on how to honor native land included a publication by the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture which offers a three-step guide. First, to identify the traditional inhabitants of the lands you're on. She acknowledge that Tulalip is one tribe but believed there were two others with regard to fishing rights and the marsh. She recalled when Stephen Clifton worked on the Edmonds Crossing project, he identified three tribes including the Suquamish and the Squamish. Until there are discussions with those tribes, she did not support using the statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes. In the meantime she proposed using the statement developed by the Diversity Commission. The second step in the DAC's guide is to articulate and the third step is to deliver. Councilmember Johnson agreed with having the statement printed on all agendas and did not object to having the statement read. With regard to other options, she wanted the tribes to be informed about major projects but was uncertain whether they needed to be informed of all SEPA projects as many of those are for small projects. She supported considering comments provided by the tribes, having a welcoming ceremony with the tribes, including them in the adoption of regulations that protect fish and wildlife habitats. Ms. Hope anticipated some things that occurred while Councilmember Johnson was absent which included staff providing information from the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture. Staff also researched other tribes Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 4 and she spoke with the Chief of the Snohomish Tribe who was looking into a statement but has not contacted the City. The Tulalip Tribes believe they also represent the Snohomish County Tribe. Staff has not contacted the Suquamish or the Squamish Tribes. With regard to the City's current practices, she clarified the tribes were notified of large projects under SEPA. Tribal representatives participate in regional boards and committees such as PSRC, Snohomish County Tomorrow, etc. Councilmember Mesaros expressed appreciation for the summary provided by staff. He was in favor of a Land Acknowledgement statement, finding it a step in the right direction. He liked the statement developed by the Tulalip Tribes, particularly the reference to Sdohobsh Tribe, the historic tribe in Edmonds. He agreed the Tulalip Tribes is a federation of tribes. If the statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes was used, he asked which pronunciation should be used, Sdohobsh or Snohomish. Ms. Hope said her understanding was they would be satisfied with either. Councilmember Mesaros asked if they were the indigenous people in Edmonds. Ms. Hope said they are part of the indigenous people, not necessarily the only. Councilmember Mesaros asked if the two other tribes had settlements in the Edmonds area. Ms. Hope did not know; she knew they were in the general area but was not certain they were in the incorporated area of Edmonds. Councilmember Mesaros stated his preferences regarding the options, use the statement offered by the Tulalip Tribe, have the statement printed on all agendas and read after the flag salute at City Council meetings, and allow boards and commissions to make their own decision but encourage them to do so. Councilmember Tibbott inquired about the statement provided by the Tulalip Tribes and the process they used to produce it. Ms. Hope was not certain what process they used. She reached out to representatives and was referred to a person who then spoke with the elders. The intent was to discuss it at a Tribal Council meeting and this statement was provided as their preferred statement. Councilmember Tibbott asked if the statement was approved at an official Tribal Council meeting. Ms. Hope did not know. Councilmember Tibbott said he would be interested in finding out whether it was approved. He was in favor of using the statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes as it was his understanding it was a federation of tribes that have occupied this land. He supported having the statement written on the agenda and read aloud once a month and allowing boards and commissions the option of using the statement. Going one step further, he recommended consideration be given to commissioning a plaque with the statement on it, big enough to be read, and displayed in Council Chambers, perhaps created by a member of the Tulalip Tribes. Councilmember Teitzel commented there are three issues in this action item and suggested the Council vote separately on each. He referred to the language in the statement, specifically "We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination..." and asked if self-determination was a subset of sovereignty from a legal standpoint. City Attorney Jeff Taraday agreed there were components that overlap; that question could be answered in a lot of ways. He offered to research, agreeing that sovereign nations have self-determination. Councilmember Teitzel asked if he viewed the language as duplicative. Mr. Taraday said he did not have an opinion without further research. Councilmember Teitzel said since the Tulalip Tribes suggested this Land Acknowledgement statement, it makes sense to honor and respect it. His only concern was he did not want to unintentionally offend any tribe, whether it was the Suquamish or the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe who also hunted and fished in this area and are not part of Tulalip Tribes. He assumed the statement could be modified if necessary. He supported moving forward with a statement and reserved his comments about issues 2 and 3 until they were voted on individually. Councilmember Nelson said he enjoyed researching Land Acknowledgements in the United States as well as Canada, who has taken a leadership role in that effort. He expressed support for staff's recommendations: reading the statement and using the statement provided by the Tulalip Tribes. He was most excited about next steps, and quoted from one of the documents he researched, "Such statements become truly meaningful when coupled with authentic relationships and sustained commitment." He was interested in how the Council, City and community could build on the relationship and sustained commitment. He suggested the Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 5 Council President start a small, short-term indigenous people outreach task force to research how the City can begin to bridge the gap, engage tribal members and leaders, learn about cultural events, etc. Councilmember Buckshnis agreed with the comments made by other Councilmembers. She recalled the elders from many tribes were present at Salmon Days; when they speak, people listen. She supported using the statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes as it is a federation of tribes. She referred to the carving of the Edmonds Marsh being created by Native American artist Ty Juvinel that will be in front of the Edmonds Historical Museum, commenting many tribes came to the Edmonds area because it was a great area to fish. With regard to Councilmember Teitzel's concern about the language, Councilmember Mesaros commented there have been many sovereign nations in the world where people did not have self-determination so he concluded the language was not duplicative. Council President Fraley-Monillas did not support changing any of the language in the statement recommended by the Tulalip Tribes, fearing that would be a potential insult. In response to Councilmember Nelson's suggestion, she asked Councilmembers to email her if they were interested in serving on a task force to consider potential activities. She has had discussions with representatives of the Tulalip Tribes about a potential event when Tulalip canoes pass Edmonds. She serves on two Snohomish County boards that include members of the tribes in Snohomish County. COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MESAROS, TO USE THE STATEMENT PROVIDED BY THE TULALIP ELDERS AS THE STATEMENT FOR THE CITY OF EDMONDS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO USE STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION FOR OPTION A, ISSUE 2, THE PERSON PRESIDING OVER EACH REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING, GENERALLY THE MAYOR OR HIS DESIGNEE, READ THE STATEMENT ALOUD IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FLAG SALUTE. COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL, TO AMEND THE MOTION TO ALSO PLACE THE STATEMENT ON CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS. AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO ASK CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSION IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO USE A STATEMENT AND IF SO, REQUEST THEY USE THE STATEMENT PROVIDED BY THE TULALIP ELDERS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. STUDY ITEM 2020 COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA) Finance Director Scott James reviewed: Intent of this agenda item is to accomplish two items: 1. Inform Council of Mayor's cost of living adjustment or COLA recommendation for the Non - represented employees 2. Open the discussion with Council on the COLA recommendation very early in the 2020 Budget Development process 2020 COLA recommendation includes consideration of the following two compensation related factors: Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 6 1. Maintenance of internal equity 2. Consumer Price indices • City has four represented employee groups and their respective 2020 COLA's are as follows: 1. Edmonds Employee Association (AFSCME) — 3.0% 2. Teamster -3.0% 3. Edmonds Police Officer Association (EPOA) — 2020 COLA to be negotiated 4. Edmonds Police Officer Association, Law Support Services — 2020 COLA to be negotiated • Represented labor agreements often refer to one of the Consumer Price Indices for salary increase parameters: 1. Consumer Price Index, All Urban Consumers for Seattle, or CPI -U Seattle — 2.3% 2. Consumer Price Index, Wage Earners and Clerical for Seattle, or CPI -W Seattle —1.7% • Non -represented employee group 2020 COLA recommendation: 1. Mayor recommends a 2020 COLA of 2.75% for each of the 47 Non -represented employees 2. The 2.75 % COLA equates to a total of $167,030 3. The $167,030 includes a salary increase of $139,190 and related benefit increase of $27,840 Council President Fraley-Monillas asked for clarification regarding, "The $167,030 includes a salary increase of $139,190 and related benefit increase of $27,840." Mr. James explained salaries for the 47 employees will increase a total of $139,190. There are benefits associated with salaries such as retirement contributions which should be included in the COLA recommendation. Councilmember Teitzel asked whether the internal equity would erode if hypothetically the rate of COLA increase for AFSCME and Teamsters over five years continued at 3%/year and the non -represented COLA increase was 2.75%/year. Mr. James agreed it would. The recommendation has to include what is occurring in the general economy; the CPI -U is 2.3% and the CPI -W is 1.7% and two contracts are still to be negotiated. The 3%, 2.3% and 1.7% were considered in the recommendation for 2.75% COLA. Councilmember Buckshnis asked what was expected of Council tonight. Mr. James said the intent was to, 1) inform Council of the Mayor's COLA recommendation for the Non -represented employees in order to be transparent, and 2) the Council voice any concerns about the 2.75% recommendation or provide an alternate recommendation. Council President Fraley-Monillas agreed with the recommendation for a 2.75% COLA, noting inflation is rampant and it is similar to the amount provided to represented employees. She said one of the reasons a Non -represented employee is not given the same COLA as a represented employee is union busting, why join the union if you can get the same amount without belonging to the union. Councilmember Johnson asked about the terms for the 3% COLA for AFSCME and Teamsters. Mr. James said their contracts extend through next year. Councilmember Johnson asked if the Police Association and the Police Law Support Association contracts have expired. Mr. James said their contracts expire at the end of 2019 and negotiations have not begun for 2020. Councilmember Johnson said she has heard several people say the average between 2.3% and 1.7% is 2.75% but it is not. Mr. James said that was not stated, CPI -U Seattle is 2.3% and the CPI -W Seattle is 1.7%, the recommendation of 2.75% is not an average but considers maintaining internal equity. Two groups will receive 3% and two groups have yet to be negotiated. The 2.75% is the Mayor's recommendation, not a combination of any numbers. COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO PROCEED WITH THE NON -REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES' COLA OF 2.75% FOR 2020. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 7 9. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Earling reported Sound Transit and light rail are moving north as can be seen driving north from Seattle. Although it will not open in Lynnwood until 2024, there is a ribbon cutting in Lynnwood on September 3 to start that project. A press release will be issued about that event. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Johnson reported having a lovely evening under the stars on Saturday at the Cascade Museum annual fundraising event, held at Lindsay Echelbarger's home in Woodway. Last year's event raised 45% of the museum's operating costs and was enough to allow all school children to attend the museum for free. She encouraged Councilmember to attend in the future, she has attended three of the four events. Councilmember Teitzel was pleased the members of the Housing Commission had been announced. He thanked Ms. Hope for her assistance with the process. He was excited to see that commission seated. He had 15 applicants for Zone 2, all were very qualified and the selection was a difficult decision. Councilmember Teitzel said he reviewed the video of last week's Council meeting as well as talked with the Office of Financial Management to ensure his understanding was correct. He read the following statement: "Something happened in last week's Council meeting that has troubled me since. I considered not speaking out about this issue as this is not comfortable for me, but decided not addressing it would make me complicit. Over the past year the working relationship between Council and the Administration has seriously eroded. Council needs to show leadership in working to repair that relationship to ensure we work together well with the Administration to serve our constituents — that's what we are each elected to do. However, during the discussion about the Administration's proposal to hire a consultant to conduct a downtown parking study, our Council president claimed Public Works Director Phil Williams was "double dipping" by apportioning some existing staff time for management and oversight of the study. The Miriam -Webster definition of the term "double dipping" is "the usually illicit practice of accepting income from two mutually exclusive sources (as from a government pension and a government salary or from two insurers for the same loss)." In other words, use of this term is clearly pejorative: it is saying the individual engaging in "double dipping" is unethical and potentially doing something illegal and it is an insult to the party about whom the claim is made. In his presentation last Tuesday about costs for the proposed parking study, Mr. Williams asked Council to approve direct funding of approximately $84,000 for the study. Separately, he showed an internal cost for Public Works staff project management of $20,000 for oversight of the project, and this staff expense is already covered by the Public Works departmental budget. Mr. Williams was not asking Council to transfer an additional $20,000 to the Public Works budget from the general fund to pay for staff's time to manage this project. Clearly, this is not a case of "double dipping" since it was not a request for additional funding to cover the existing budgeted staff salary cost. Council President Fraley-Monillas' claim that Mr. Williams was engaging in "double dipping" was both insensitive and inaccurate. She owes Mr. Williams and his staff an apology." Council President Fraley-Monillas thanked Councilmember Teitzel for the Webster dictionary education, noting the Council's relationship with Administration has gone awry for 3'/2 years. She plans to meet with Mr. Williams regarding the parking study issue and how to move forward with the current level of funding. She been unsuccessful in reaching Mr. Williams and assumed he was on vacation. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 8 Council President Fraley-Monillas reported she had an opportunity today, along with a couple Snohomish County Councilmembers, to visit the Meadowdale Beach camp in North Edmonds, the site of hunting/fishing cabins 100 years ago. The children attending the camp learn everything from sailing to underwater adventure. Council President Fraley-Monillas announced a free event on September 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. for ages under 16 at Harvey Airfield in Snohomish, the Friendship Festival, to honor people with Downs Syndrome Councilmember Buckshnis announced the first annual Yost Pool dog swim, a partnership between the City's Parks & Recreation Department and Off Leash Area Edmonds (OLAE) on September 21. Dogs under 50 pounds can swim from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and dogs over 50 pounds can swim from 1 - 3 p.m. The cost is $5 per dog and each person is allowed only one dog. No aggressive dogs are allowed and all dogs must have a current rabies vaccination certificate. Vendor/sponsor tables are available for $200. Preregistration can be done via Kim Anderson, Parks & Recreation Department. This has been a very successful event in another City; Yost Pool will be closed for the season after the event. Councilmember Nelson echoed Councilmember Teitzel's comments about the Housing Commission applicants. He had 25 applicants and all were qualified. He was also excited to see the commission up and running. Councilmember Mesaros also attended the Cascade Art Museum fundraising event which raised $444,000, $40,000 more than last year. Two individuals contributed $25,000 each during Raise the Paddle. Mayor Earling agreed there was a very good turnout for applicants for the Housing Commission. He had more applicants to consider than Councilmembers and all were very good candidates. 11. CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PENDING OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION PER RCW 42.30.110 1 i This item was not needed. 12. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION. POTENTIAL ACTION AS A RESULT OF MEETING IN EXECUTIVE SESSION This item was not needed. 13. ADJOURN With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m. DAV O. EAR ING, MAYOR "PASSEYC-ITY Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 27, 2019 Page 9