2008.12.09 CC Committee Meetings Agenda PacketAGENDA
City Council Committee Meetings
Council Chambers, Public Safety Complex
250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds
December 09, 2008
6:00 p.m.
The City Council Committee meetings are work sessions for the City Council and staff only. The meetings are open to the public but are not
public hearings.
1. Community/Development Services Committee
Council Chambers
A. AM-1951
(15 Minutes)
Review of Sustainability Element proposed for the comprehensive plan.
B. AM-1950
(10 Minutes)
Status report on SR99 at 76th Avenue West intersection safety improvements.
2.Finance Committee
Jury Meeting Room
A. AM-1937
(5 Minutes)
Fiber connectivity between the City of Edmonds and Snohomish County DIS - provides option
for interconnect to other cities in County.
B. AM-1947
(15 Minutes)
Wireless Meter Reading Bond Resolution.
C. AM-1949
(5 Minutes)
Amendment #15 to Fiber One Agreement (Edmonds added to Seattle Fiber Consortium).
D. AM-1952
(5 Minutes)
NetRiver Fiber-Optic transport and mutual failover agreement.
E. AM-1948
(10 Minutes)
Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT) Plan Restatement.
F. AM-1946
(5 Minutes)
State of Washington Interlocal Purchasing Agreement.
3.Public Safety Committee
Police Training Room
The Public Safety Committee will not meet this evening.
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AM-1951 1.A.
Review of Sustainability Element Proposed for the Comprehensive Plan
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Rob Chave, Planning Time:15 Minutes
Department:Planning Type:Action
Committee:Community/Development Services
Information
Subject Title
Review of Sustainability Element proposed for the comprehensive plan.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Forward the Draft Sustainability Element outline and discussion material to the full Council for
discussion.
Previous Council Action
The Committee last reviewed the Sustainability Element at its meeting in November.
Narrative
This is a continued discussion of the draft outline for a new Sustainability Element for the
Comprehensive Plan.
Following up on last month's discussion, included are (1) an outline of existing Comprehensive
Plan elements showing when they are potentially due to receive updates, and, (2) an outline of
some of the issues that are likely to surface as each element is scrutinized for its "sustainability" in
more specific terms.
One thing that the City Council could focus on as it begins the process of developing a
Sustainability Element could be to establish specific 'sustainability measures' that are key to goals
in the sustainability element. This would help set the stage for a way to measure progress toward
achieving sustainability in its goals, policies, programs, and budgets. Discussion of potential
sustainability measures and a revisit of the City's strategic plan would be an ideal exercise for a
Council retreat early in 2009.
Fiscal Impact
Attachments
Link: Exhibit 1: Draft Sustainability Element Outline
Link: Exhibit 2: Sustainability Issues Outline
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 04:31 PM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 08:18 PM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 08:24 AM APRV
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3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 08:24 AM APRV
Form Started By: Rob
Chave
Started On: 12/04/2008 04:03
PM
Final Approval Date: 12/05/2008
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Community Sustainability Element 1 2008.11.10
Comprehensive Plan
Community Sustainability Element
Background: Climate Change, Community Health,
and Environmental Quality
Introduction. A relatively recent term, “sustainability” has many definitions. A commonly
cited definition is one put forward by the Brundtland Commission1 in a report of the World
Commission on Environment and Development (December 11, 1987). The Commission
defined sustainable development as development that “meets the needs of the present without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Not focused solely
on environmental sustainability, the Commission’s report emphasized the inter-related nature
of environmental, economic, and social factors in sustainability. One of the keys to success in
sustainability is recognizing that decision-making must be based on an integration of
economic with environmental and social factors.
The City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan contains a number of different elements, some
mandated by the Growth Management Act, and others included because they are important to
the Edmonds community. A requirement of the Growth Management Act is that the various
comprehensive plan elements be consistent with one another. This Community Sustainability
Element is intended to provide a framework tying the other plan elements together,
illustrating how the overall plan direction supports sustainability within the Edmonds
community. A key aspect of this approach is also to provide more direct linkages between
long term planning and shorter-term strategic planning and policy review which guide the use
of city resources and programs, especially budgeting. For example, a new emphasis on life
cycle efficiency may take precedence over simple least-cost analytical methods.
The City of Edmonds is gifted with unique environmental assets, such as the shoreline on
Puget Sound, urban forest lands, diverse streams, Lake Ballinger and a range of parks. In
addition, the city has the benefit of an established, walkable downtown served by transit, a
framework of neighborhood commercial centers providing local access to business services,
and has the potential to see significant economic development in the Highway 99 activity
center. Recently, the City has also experienced the beginnings of new economic initiatives,
such as a new fiber-optic infrastructure, businesses like Green For Good, and non-profit
organizations like Sustainable Edmonds. Combined with local government initiatives, such as
the Mayor’s Citizens Committee on U.S. Mayors’ Climate Protection Agreement, there is a
growing recognition and harnessing of the power of citizen knowledge to encourage and
support changes in City policies and operations which are making the City a leader in
environmental stewardship.
Given this combination of assets and knowledge, the City of Edmonds has a tremendous
social responsibility to utilize these capabilities to address the challenges of climate change,
community health and environmental stewardship.
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Goal 1. Develop land use policies, programs, and regulations designed to support and
promote sustainability. Encourage a mix and location of land uses designed to increase
accessibility of Edmonds residents to services, recreation, jobs, and housing.
Goal 2. Develop transportation policies, programs, and regulations designed to support
and promote sustainability. Take actions to reduce the use of fuel and energy in
transportation, and encourage alternate forms of transportation – supported by
transportation facilities and accessibility throughout the community.
Goal 3. Promote seamless transportation linkages between the Edmonds community and
the rest of the Puget Sound region.
Goal 4. Develop utility policies, programs, and maintenance measures designed to
support and promote sustainability. Maintain existing utility systems while seeking to
expand the use of alternative energy and sustainable maintenance and building practices
in city facilities.
Goal 5. Develop economic development policies and programs designed to support and
promote sustainability. Encourage the co-location of jobs with housing in the community,
seeking to expand residents’ ability to work in close proximity to their homes. Encourage
and support infrastructure initiatives and land use policies that encourage and support
home-based work and business activities that supplement traditional business and
employment concentrations.
Goal 6. Develop cultural and recreational programs designed to support and promote
sustainability. Networks of parks, walkways, public art and cultural facilities and events
should be woven into the community’s fabric to encourage sense of place and the overall
health and well being of the community.
Goal 7. Develop housing policies, programs, and regulations designed to support and
promote sustainability. Support and encourage a mix of housing types and styles which
provide people with affordable housing choices geared to changes in life style. Seek to
form public and private partnerships to retain and promote affordable housing options.
1 Report of the World Commission on Environment and Development, U.N. General Assembly Plenary
Meeting, December 11, 1987.
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Climate Change
Introduction. The quality of the environment we live in is a critical part of what people often
describe as the “character” of Edmonds. Even if it is not something we overtly think about, it
is an intrinsic part of our everyday experience, whether at work, at rest or at play. Until
relatively recently, environmental quality has often been thought of in terms of obvious,
easily observable characteristics – such as the visible landscape, the quality of the air, the
presence and variety of wildlife, or the availability and character of water in its various forms.
However, recent evidence on climate change2 points to the potential fragility of our
assumptions about the environment and the need to integrate and heighten the awareness of
environmental issues as they are inter-related with all community policies and activities.
Recognizing the importance of addressing the issues surrounding the environment and
climate change, in September 2006, the City of Edmonds formally expressed support for the
Kyoto Protocol3 and adopted the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement4 by Resolution
No. 1129, and joined the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)5
by Resolution No. 1130.
Scientific evidence and consensus continues to strengthen the idea that climate change is an
urgent threat to the environmental and economic health of our communities. Many cities, in
this country and abroad, already have strong local policies and programs in place to reduce
global warming pollution, but more action is needed at the local, state, and federal levels to
meet the challenge. On February 16, 2005 the Kyoto Protocol, the international agreement to
address climate change, became law for the 141 countries that have ratified it to date. On that
day, Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels launched an initiative to advance the goals of the Kyoto
Protocol through leadership and action by at least 141 American cities.
The State of Washington has also been taking steps to address the issues surrounding climate
change. In March, 2008, the state legislature passed ESSHB 2815, which included monitoring
and reporting mandates for state agencies along with the following emission reduction
targets:
Sec. 3. (1)(a) The state shall limit emissions of greenhouse gases to achieve the
following emission reductions for Washington state:
(i) By 2020, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse gases in the state to
1990 levels;
(ii) By 2035, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse gases in the state to
twenty-five percent below 1990 levels;
(iii) By 2050, the state will do its part to reach global climate stabilization
levels by reducing overall emissions to fifty percent below 1990 levels, or
seventy percent below the state's expected emissions that year.
The City of Edmonds has formally approved the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
which was endorsed by the 73rd Annual U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting, Chicago, 2005.
Under the Agreement, participating cities committed to take three sets of actions, which are
included as the first three goals in this section.:
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Community Sustainability Element 4 2008.11.10
Goal 1. Urge the federal government and state governments to enact policies and
programs to meet or beat the target of reducing global warming pollution levels to 7
percent below 1990 levels by 2012, including efforts to: reduce the United States’
dependence on fossil fuels and accelerate the development of clean, economical energy
resources and fuel-efficient technologies such as conservation, methane recovery for
energy generation, waste to energy, wind and solar energy, fuel cells, efficient motor
vehicles, and biofuels (alternative fuels?).
Goal 2. Urge the U.S. Congress to pass bipartisan greenhouse gas reduction legislation
that 1) includes clear timetables and emissions limits and 2) a flexible, market-based
system of tradable allowances among emitting industries
Goal 3. Strive to meet or exceed Kyoto Protocol targets for reducing global warming
pollution by taking actions in our own operations and community, such as:
i. Inventory global warming emissions in City operations and in the community,
set reduction targets and create an action plan.
ii. Adopt and enforce land-use policies that reduce sprawl, preserve open space,
and create compact, walkable urban communities;
iii. Promote transportation options such as bicycle trails, commute trip reduction
programs, incentives for car pooling and public transit;
iv. Increase the use of clean, alternative energy by, for example, investing in
“green tags”, advocating for the development of renewable energy resources,
recovering landfill methane for energy production, and supporting the use of
waste to energy technology;
v. Make energy efficiency a priority through building code improvements,
retrofitting city facilities with energy efficient lighting and urging employees to
conserve energy and save money;
vi. Purchase only Energy Star equipment and appliances for City use;
vii. Practice and promote sustainable building practices using the U.S. Green
Building Council’s LEED program or a similar system;
viii. Increase the average fuel efficiency of municipal fleet vehicles; reduce the
number of vehicles; launch an employee education program including anti-
idling messages; convert diesel vehicles to bio-diesel;
ix. Evaluate opportunities to increase pump efficiency in water and wastewater
systems; recover wastewater treatment methane for energy production;
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x. Increase recycling rates in City operations and in the community;
xi. Maintain healthy urban forests; promote tree planting to increase shading and
to absorb CO2; and
xii. Help educate the public, schools, other jurisdictions, professional associations,
business and industry about reducing global warming pollution.
Given this background, the City of Edmonds recognizes that global climate change brings
significant risks to our community as a shoreline city. At the same time, the City understands
that we have a responsibility to play a leadership role both within our own community as well
as the larger Puget Sound region. To that end, the City establishes the following goals and
policies addressing climate change.
Goal 4A. Inventory and monitor community greenhouse gas emissions and carbon
footprint baselines, establishing baselines and monitoring programs to measure future
progress and program needs. These should be established for both city government, as an
exemplary actor, and for the community as a whole.
A.1 Establish baselines for greenhouse gas emissions for both Edmonds city
government and the broader Edmonds community.
A.2 Establish a monitoring program for consistently updating estimates on City
and community greenhouse gas emissions. The monitoring program should
be designed so as to enable a comparison between measurement periods.
A.3 The monitoring program should include assessment measures which (1)
measure progress toward greenhouse gas reduction goals and (2) evaluate
the effectiveness of or need for programs to work toward these goals.
Goal 5B. Establish targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting
sustainability for both city government and the Edmonds community. Regularly assess
progress and program needs, identifying opportunities and obstacles for meeting
greenhouse gas emission targets and sustainability.
B.1 Establish and evaluate targets for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions
for both Edmonds city government and the broader Edmonds community.
Targets should be set for both short- and long-range evaluation.
B.1.a. By 2020, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse gases to 1990
levels;
B.1.b. By 2035, reduce overall emissions of greenhouse gases to twenty-
five percent below 1990 levels;
B.1.c. By 2050, Edmonds will do its part to reach global climate
stabilization levels by reducing overall emissions to fifty percent
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below 1990 levels, or seventy percent below the expected
emissions that year.
B.2 Establish measures for evaluating the degree of sustainability of Edmonds
city government and the broader Edmonds community.
B.3 Annually assess the status and progress toward emissions reduction goals.
Goal 6C. Assess the risks and potential impacts on both city government operations and
on the larger Edmonds community due to climate change.
C.1 Develop a climate change risk assessment and impact analysis for city
government facilities and operations.
C.2 Develop a climate change risk assessment and impact analysis for the
Edmonds community which considers the potential long-term impacts to
economic, land use, and other community patterns as well as the risks
associated with periodic weather or climate events.
Goal 7. Assess the risks and potential impacts on the Edmonds community due to climate
change.
Goal 8E. Work with public and private partners to develop strategies and programs to
prepare for and mitigate the potential impacts of climate change, both on city government
operations and on the general Edmonds community.
E.1 Develop a strategic plan that will help guide and focus City resources and
program initiatives to (1) reduce greenhouse gas production and the carbon
footprint of City government and the Edmonds community, and, (2) reduce
and minimize the potential risks of climate change. The strategic plan
should be coordinated with and leverage state and regional goals and
initiatives, but Edmonds should look for and take the lead where we see
opportunities unique to the Edmonds community.
E.2 Build on and expand the strategic action plan to include programs that can
involve both public and private partners.
E.3 Undertake a policy review of City comprehensive, strategic and specific
plans to assure that City policies are appropriately targeted to prepare for
and mitigate potential impacts of climate change. These reviews may be
done to correspond with scheduled plan updates, or accelerated where
either a higher priority is identified or the next update is not specifically
scheduled.
Goal 9F. Develop mitigation strategies that can be used by both the public and private
sectors to help mitigate the potential impacts of new and ongoing development and
operations. [Idea incorporated in Goal E, above]
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F.1 Develop policies and strategies for land use and development that result in
reduced greenhouse gas emissions for new development.
F.2 Develop mitigation programs and incentives that both public and private
development entities can use to reduce or offset potential greenhouse gas
emissions associated with new development.
F.3 Develop programs and incentives that encourage existing land use and
redevelopment activities to reduce their carbon footprint. Demonstration
programs and other cost-efficient efforts that do not rely on long-term
government subsidies are preferred, unless dedicated funding sources can
be found to sustain these efforts over time.
Goal 10. Develop a strategic plan that will help guide and focus City resources and
program initiatives to (1) reduce greenhouse gas production and the carbon footprint of
City government and the Edmonds community, and, (2) reduce and minimize the
potential risks of climate change. The strategic plan should be coordinated with and
leverage state and regional goals and initiatives, but the Edmonds should look for and
take the lead where we see opportunities unique to the Edmonds community. [Moved to
Policy E.1, above]
2 For example, see the Fourth Assessment Report; Climate Change 2007: Synthesis Report, by the
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, February 2007.
3 The Kyoto Protocol was adopted at the third Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Kyoto, Japan, on 11, December 1997, and established
potentially binding targets and timetables for cutting the greenhouse-gas emissions of industrialized
countries. The Kyoto Protocol has not been ratified by the U.S. government.
4 The U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement is as amended by the 73rd Annual U.S. Conference of
Mayors meeting in Chicago in 2005.
5 ICLEI was founded in 1990 as the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives following the
World Congress of Local Governments for a Sustainable Future, held at the United Nations in New York.
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Community Sustainability Element 8 2008.11.10
Community Health
Introduction. Community health as it is used here means the overall aspects of public
facilities and actions that can have an effect on the health and welfare of the community’s
citizens. The focus here is on the public realm, understanding that public actions and policies
can have an impact on the well-being of Edmonds citizens. The idea is that whenever
possible, government should provide opportunities for people so that they can be as self-
sustaining as possible, thereby reducing the potential need for intervention from community-
based or privately-derived services – services which are becoming increasingly costly and
difficult to provide.
Community health can, to some extent, be encouraged by promoting environmental quality.
Clean water and clean air are a basic necessity when seeking to keep people healthy.
However, there are certain land use and other actions that Edmonds can take to help
promote– or at least provide the opportunity for its citizens to take part in – healthy lifestyles.
In addition, government has a role in encouraging the provision of basic services, such as
police and fire protection, while encouraging access to affordable housing and opportunities
to live, work, and shop close to home.
Goal 1. Develop a reporting and monitoring system of indicators designed to assess
Edmonds’ progress toward sustainable community health.
Goal 2. Promote a healthy community by seeking to protect and enhance the natural
environment through a balanced program of education, regulation, and incentives.
Environmental programs in Edmonds should be tailored to and reflect the unique
opportunities and challenges embodied in a mature, sea-side community with a history of
environmental protection and awareness.
Goal 3. Promote a healthy community by encouraging and supporting diversity in culture
and the arts.
Goal 4. Promote a healthy community by encouraging and supporting a diverse and
creative education system, providing educational opportunities for people of all ages and
all stages of personal development.
Goal 5. Promote a healthy community by encouraging and supporting access to
recreation.
Goal 6. Promote a healthy community by planning for and implementing a connected
system of walkways and bikeways which will provide alternative forms of transportation
while also encouraging recreation, exercise and exposure to the natural environment.
Goal 7. Promote a healthy community through supporting and encouraging the
development of economic opportunities for all Edmonds’ citizens. Sustainable economic
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health should be based on encouraging a broad range of economic activity, with an
emphasis on locally-based businesses and economic initiatives which provide family-
supporting wages and incomes.
Goal 8.Promote food security and public health by encouraging locally-based food
production, distribution, and choice through the support of home and community gardens,
farmers or public markets, and other small-scale, collaborative initiatives.
Goal 9. Maximize the efficiency and reduction of energy consumption derived from
waste streams by promoting programs and education initiatives aimed at a goal to
“reduce, re-use, and recycle” at an individual and community-wide level.
Goal 10. Encourage the production and preservation of affordable housing.
Goal 11. Encourage the provision of a variety of types and styles of housing that will
support and accommodate different citizens’ needs and life styles. The diversity of people
living in Edmonds should be supported by a diversity of housing so that all citizens can
find suitable housing now and as they progress through changes in their households and
life stages.
Goal 12. Plan for and prepare disaster preparedness plans which can be implemented as
necessary to respond effectively to the impacts of natural or man-induced disasters on
Edmonds residents.
Goal 13. Prepare and implement hazard mitigation plans to reduce and minimize, to the
extent feasible, the exposure of Edmonds citizens to future disasters or hazards.
Goal 14. Support a healthy community by providing a full range of public services and
infrastructure. Future planning and budgeting should be based on full life-cycle cost
analysis and facility maintenance needs, as well as standards of service that best fit
clearly articulated and supported community needs.
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Environmental Quality
Introduction. The environmental quality of the City of Edmonds is defined in many respects
by the community’s location on the shores of Puget Sound. The city’s watersheds provide a
rich and diverse water resource, evidenced by the numerous year-round streams and Lake
Ballinger, which besides being a well-known landmark, is an important environmental
resource because of its ecological benefits and open space quality.
As Edmonds has urbanized, what was once abundant natural vegetation has become
increasingly scarce. The city’s woodlands, marshes and other areas containing natural
vegetation provide an important resource which should be preserved. Woodlands help
stabilize soils on steep slopes, and act as barriers to wind and sound. Natural vegetation
provides habitat for wildlife. Plants replenish the soil with nutrients and help stabilize slopes
and reduce surface runoff. They generate oxygen and clean pollutants from the air.
The beauty of landscaped areas, whether natural or human-induced, provides pleasing vistas
and helps to buffer one development from another. These natural vistas break up and soften
the urban landscape, helping to distinguish one neighborhood from another and introduce
relief and differentiation into highly developed land.
Wildlife is a natural resource with great intrinsic value that also enhances the aesthetic quality
of human life. Areas where natural vegetation provides wildlife habitat are good sites for
nature trails and for other recreational and educational opportunities. The natural habitat on
city beaches and in the near-shore environment represent unique habitats for marine
organisms. Streams, lakes and saltwater areas offer habitats for many species of migrating
and resident bird life. Wooded areas and city parks provide habitats for many birds and
mammals. The combination of marine, estuarine, and upland environments should be seen as
an integrated and inter-dependent ecosystem supporting a variety of wildlife valuable to the
entire Edmonds community.
Goal 1. Protect environmental quality within the Edmonds community through the
enforcement of community-based environmental regulations that reinforce and are
integrated with relevant regional, state and national environmental standards.
Goal 2. Promote the improvement of environmental quality within the Edmonds
community by designing and implementing programs based on a system of incentives
and public education.
Goal 3. Develop, monitor, and enforce critical areas regulations designed to enhance and
protect environmentally sensitive areas within the city consistent with the best available
science.
Goal 4. Develop, implement, and monitor a shoreline master program, consistent with
state law, to enhance and protect the quality of the shoreline environment consistent with
the best available science.
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Goal 5. Adopt a system of codes, standards and incentives to promote development that
achieves growth management goals while maintaining Edmonds’ community character
and charm in a sustainable way. Holistic solutions should be developed that employ such
techniques as Low Impact Development (LID), “Complete Streets,” form-based zoning,
and other techniques to assure that future development and redevelopment enhances
Edmonds’ character and charm for future generations to enjoy.
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[NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ARE EXISTING GOALS/POLICIES
FOUND IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN]
B. Goal: Water Resources.
C. Goal: Natural Vegetation. The city should ensure that its woodlands, marshes
and other areas containing natural vegetation are preserved, in accordance with the
following policies:
C.1. Critical areas will be designated and protected using the best available
science pursuant to RCW 36.70A.172.
C.2. The removal of trees should be minimized particularly when they are
located on steep slopes or hazardous soils. Subdivision layouts, buildings
and roads should be designed so that existing trees are preserved.
C.3. Trees that are diseased, damaged, or unstable should be removed.
C.4. Grading should be restricted to building pads and roads only. Vegetation
outside these areas should be preserved.
D. Goal: Wildlife. The city should promote and increase public awareness and pride
in its wildlife heritage. Special emphasis should be directed toward preserving the
natural habitats (woodlands, marshes, streams and beaches) of the city’s wildlife in
accordance with the following policies:
D.1. Establish and maintain a variety of educational and recreational programs
and activities for all age levels.
D.2. Erect and maintain an educational display that identifies some of the more
common plants and animals and the ecology of major habitats, (i.e., sand,
rock, piling and deepwater).
D.3. Establish and publicize regulations prohibiting removal of marine life from
beach areas without a permit; the permit should be for educational and
research use only.
D.4. Encourage landscaping and site improvement on city-owned property
which recognizes the dependency of some species upon certain types of
vegetation for food and cover.
D.5. City park property which serves as a habitat for wildlife should be left
natural with minimum development for nature trail type of use.
E. Goal: Air Pollution. Air pollution can cause severe health effects and property
damage under certain conditions. Although air quality is primarily a regional problem
related to urbanization and meteorological conditions in the Puget Sound Basin, it is the
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result of activities in which most citizens participate – and therefore the solutions must be
shared by all citizens. Clean air is a right to all citizens of the City of Edmonds and
should be protected and maintained in accordance with the following policies:
E.1. Discourage expansion of arterials which will substantially increase line
sources of pollution.
E.2. Encourage arrangement of activities which will generate the fewest
necessary automobile trip miles while avoiding undue concentration of like
uses.
E.3. Support, through political action, strong enforcement policies and
implementation by the regional pollution control agencies.
E.4. Support, by political action and financial participation, the establishment
of public transportation in the community as an alternative to dependence
on individual vehicles.
E.5. Encourage and support commute trip reduction programs for employers.
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Comprehensive Plan Update Outline
The following table is a general outline of the various major comprehensive plan elements
indicating their current status and when the next update is potentially due to occur. Note that in
addition to general goals and policies, a number of elements include specific plans which cover a
specific topic area (e.g. the various utility plans for water, sewer, and stormwater).
Comprehensive Plan
Element
Specific Plan
(if applicable)
Last
Update
Next Scheduled
Update
Comprehensive Plan
(General goals and
policies)
2004/2005 2011
Land Use Element 2004/2005 2011
Transportation
Element
Transportation 2002 2009
Bikeway Plan 2000 2009
Walkway Plan 2002 2009
Parks, Recreation &
Open Space Element
Parks Plan 2008 2014
Community Culture &
Urban Design
2004/2005 At least minor update
due by 2011
Cultural Plan 2008 2014
Economic
Development Plan
2006 At least minor update
due by 2011
Housing Element Housing Plan 2004/2005 At least minor update
due by 2011
Capital Facilities 2008 Updated Annually
Utilities Element Sanitary Sewer Plan 2006 At least minor update
due by 2011
Water Plan 2002 At least minor update
due by 2011
Stormwater Plan 2003 At least minor update
due by 2011
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Comprehensive Plan Sustainability Issues
The following is an outline of some of the issues likely to arise as each element is updated to
reflect sustainability issues. This list should be viewed as a starting point; other issues are likely
to arise as each element is examined in turn and the ramifications of the overall goals of
sustainability are fully examined and understood.
It is important to note that while ‘sustainability’ may be a new term to some, the concepts have
been employed in many city policies and decisions for years. For example, mix
Land Use
Sustainability in land use will continue to emphasize a mix of land use types and activities.
Co-location of uses that encourage mutual support between jobs, housing, and services while
emphasizing access to multiple modes of transportation will be increasingly important.
Pressure for ever-increasing levels of infill and intensification of uses within urban areas are
likely to continue in the future as a reflection of long-term regional trends. City response to
land use issues will have to be flexible, but reflect the realities and challenges of reduced or
highly competitive funding sources and resource allocation. In fact, the few opportunities for
significant land use initiatives will need to be recognized and seized on for their long-term
value and impact – this is particularly true of the multi-modal and waterfront opportunities
downtown and the potential for redevelopment along the Highway 99 corridor. Land use has
perhaps the most visible set of sustainability issues – with ‘change’ frequently being a flash
point in land use development decisions. However, without a sound and sustainable land use
pattern, sustainability of other long-term planning areas (e.g. systems of transportation,
utilities, parks, etc.) will not be possible.
Transportation
Sustainability in transportation could affect the community’s overall approach to
transportation. Reliance on and funding of auto-oriented systems will continue to be re-
evaluated and questioned; for example, some communities are already moving toward a
broader view of “concurrency” which goes beyond simple auto-oriented road level-of-service
standards to encompass a multi-modal LOS approach. This could have a significant impact
on the relative importance and funding priorities identified in the city’s transportation plans.
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Element
The difficulty in addressing sustainability was illustrated in the discussion of parks level-of-
service standards vs. ‘aspirational goals’ in the 2008 plan update. Depending on how the
city’s budget and service priorities progress, this could be an even larger issue in the next
update cycle.
Community Culture & Urban Design
Sustainability issues include addressing future economic development in such a way that it
supports the goals of other plan elements while providing a sound basis for funding city
services. Cultural values and program prioritization should not be seen as static, but should be
revisited during major update cycles.
Housing
Sustainability issues include assessing and planning for future housing needs, potentially
focusing more on anticipating and responding to both demographics-driven and economics-
driven trends. Assuming that traditional housing types and development patterns will
continue will likely be a mistake – leading to restricted housing choices reduced opportunities
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within the community. An added challenge is addressing the continuing need for affordable
housing options given limited public funding opportunities. Cooperative regional programs
may play a larger role in the local housing equation.
Capital Facilities
Capital Facilities currently receives an annual update via City adoption of its CIP, which is
consistent with city capital budgeting expressed in its biennial budget documents and with the
standards and priorities contained in various plan elements (e.g. Transportation, Utilities,
Parks). Edmonds’ capital facilities plan also includes maintenance projects and priorities. A
new emphasis on sustainability will heighten the importance and inter-dependence of the CIP
process with the city budgeting process. Ideally, the City’s comprehensive plan should
provide the long-term goals and priorities of the City, while a short-term strategic plan would
indicate the items identified for short-term focus. The biennial budget (revisited each year, as
necessary) would then be a direct implementation of the long-term and short-term plans.
Frequently, budgets are viewed as self-contained documents without viewing them in the
context of strategic or long-range priorities. A new emphasis on sustainability would be likely
to change this situation, so that long range and strategic plans are assessed for policy and
program implications early each year before the budget process begins.
Utilities
Utilities have the benefit of very specific plans. However, many utility systems were
established a long time ago and will experience increasing pressures in attempting to meet
maintenance and materials standards. New materials and methods which have less of a
‘carbon footprint’ could have a significant challenge in evaluating the trade-offs inherent in
life-cycle costing. In addition, depending on future economic conditions, increased pressure
may be brought to bear on the relative value of utility services and charges versus other types
of services (e.g. public safety) funded by the community.
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AM-1950 1.B.
SR99 and 76th Avenue West Intersection Improvements
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Conni Curtis, Engineering
Submitted For:Robert English Time:10 Minutes
Department:Engineering Type:Information
Committee:Community/Development Services
Information
Subject Title
Status report on SR99 at 76th Avenue West intersection safety improvements.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
N/A
Previous Council Action
On March 18, 2008, City Council awarded a professional services contract with HDR for the
SR99 @ 76th Ave W. intersection improvements.
Narrative
In 2007, the City completed a transportation study on improving the circulation and traffic safety
on the SR99 corridor in Edmonds. The study recommended a number of projects including a new
traffic signal at the intersection of SR99 and 76th Avenue West. This project was determined to be
a high priority, and the City initiated the preliminary design phase by hiring the consulting firm of
HDR to develop a project scope and budget.
The proposed project will install a new traffic signal, extend the east leg of 228th Street SW across
the unopened right of way from SR99 to 76th Avenue West and eliminate dangerous left turns at
76th Avenue West. Opening 228th Street SW to the east will provide a needed east/west corridor
and possibly reduce congestion on 220th Street SW and 244th Street SW. It will also improve
access to the new Mountlake Terrace Park and Ride station and the future Light Rail Station.
Other benefits include improved safety for left turn access and a signalized crossing for
pedestrians. Currently, there are no signalized crossings in a one mile stretch between 224th Street
SW and 238th Street SW.
The major work completed by the consultant so far is:
- Traffic modeling
- WSDOT traffic signal warrant analysis
- Survey
- Preliminary layouts and lane configurations
- Meeting with Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County and Community Transit
The remaining tasks are:
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- Finalize preliminary design plans
- Prepare final cost estimate
- Public meeting
City staff will pursue two upcoming opportunities for state and federal grants. The first grant
application is WSDOT’s Regional Mobility Grant Program which is due December 18. The
second opportunity will become available in 2009 for transportation grants funded by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA).
The preliminary design phase should be completed by spring, 2009. If the City is not successful in
securing the referenced grants, the project will be placed on hold until additional funding becomes
available.
Fiscal Impact
Attachments
Link: Project Description
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 Engineering Robert English 12/04/2008 04:50 PM APRV
2 Public Works Noel Miller 12/04/2008 04:55 PM APRV
3 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 05:02 PM APRV
4 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 08:18 PM APRV
5 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 08:24 AM APRV
Form Started By: Conni
Curtis
Started On: 12/04/2008 03:33
PM
Final Approval Date: 12/05/2008
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AM-1937 2.A.
Fiber Connectivity Between Edmonds and Snohomish County DIS
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Carl Nelson, Administrative Services Time:5 Minutes
Department:Administrative Services Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
Fiber connectivity between the City of Edmonds and Snohomish County DIS - provides option for
interconnect to other cities in County.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Sign Agreement to use County facility.
Previous Council Action
Narrative
County Department of Information Services is offering Rack Space and support for fiber
termination and Cross Connect at the County data center. This provides for connectivity between
the City of Edmonds and Snohomish County DIS - and allows for interconnect to other cities in
County that are also present at the Snohomish County facility. This would allow City to offer
Internet Services and IGN services to other cities, especially as secondary route.
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2009 Revenue: Expenditure: $1,800
Fiscal Impact:
Basic Services: Net Equipment Hosting 2 Rack Unit Space, first 4 cross connects annual fee:
$600.00
Support Services: Net Equipment Access Credit After Hours Access to Equipment annual
$900.00
Cross Connect Fees: 6 cross connects to six cities annual: $300.00
Attachments
Link: Draft Agreement
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 08:25 AM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/05/2008 08:51 AM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 09:40 AM APRV
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Nelson
Started On: 11/24/2008 03:52
PM
Final Approval Date: 12/05/2008
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AM-1947 2.B.
Wirelees Meter Reading Bond Resolution
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Carl Nelson, Administrative Services
Submitted For:Rick Jenness Time:15 Minutes
Department:Administrative Services Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
Wireless Meter Reading Bond Resolution.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Place bond resolution for wireless meter reading on consent agenda.
Previous Council Action
Narrative
Rick will present the wireless water meter reading bond resolution.
Fiscal Impact
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 01:11 PM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 02:06 PM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 02:40 PM APRV
Form Started By: Carl
Nelson
Started On: 12/04/2008 09:52
AM
Final Approval Date: 12/04/2008
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AM-1949 2.C.
Final Document - Add City of Edmonds to Seattle Fiber Consortium
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Carl Nelson, Administrative Services Time:5 Minutes
Department:Administrative Services Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
Amendment #15 to Fiber One Agreement (Edmonds added to Seattle Fiber Consortium).
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Place on Consent Agenda for Mayor's signature.
Previous Council Action
Narrative
This is the final agreement for the City of Edmonds to formally join the Seattle Fiber Consortium.
It formalizes the relationship we have established and under which we have worked and had
access to the 6 stands of fiber to the Westin Bldg in Seattle. City attorney has reviewed.
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: Revenue: Expenditure:
Fiscal Impact:
As anticiapted in 2008-2009 budget.
Attachments
Link: Seattle - Edmonds Agreement
Link: Exhibit A
Link: Exhibit B
Link: Exhibit C
Link: Exhibit D
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 03:58 PM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 04:04 PM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 04:06 PM APRV
Form Started By: Carl
Nelson
Started On: 12/04/2008 03:25
PM
Final Approval Date: 12/04/2008
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AM-1952 2.D.
NetRiver Fiber-Optic Transport and Mutual Failover Agreement
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Carl Nelson, Administrative Services
Submitted For:Rick Jenness Time:5 Minutes
Department:Administrative Services Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
NetRiver Fiber-Optic transport and mutual failover agreement.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Authorize the Mayor to sign the NetRiver Fiber-Optic transport and mutual failover agreement.
Previous Council Action
Narrative
The Fiber Optic Program Manager has negotiated an agreement with Lynnwood based NetRiver
Int. LLC where NetRiver provides the City a back-up fiber-optic connection to the Westin
Building in Seattle in the event the City’s own connection to the Westin fails, or is damaged. In
return, the City provides a similar service to NetRiver (vendor for the City of Lynnwood) in the
event their connection to the Westin fails or is damaged. The city receives $1,600/month
(minimum) as a part of this agreement whose initial term is 3 years and can be extended year to
year after that time.
Fiscal Impact
Attachments
Link: NetRiver Agreement
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 08:25 AM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/05/2008 08:51 AM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/05/2008 09:40 AM APRV
Form Started By: Carl
Nelson
Started On: 12/04/2008 05:27
PM
Final Approval Date: 12/05/2008
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AM-1948 2.E.
MEBT Plan Restatement
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Al Compaan, Police Department Time:10 Minutes
Department:Police Department Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT) Plan Restatement.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Committee review and approval for Consent Agenda, authorizing Mayor to sign the MEBT Plan
Document.
Previous Council Action
Narrative
The Municipal Employees' Benefit Trust (MEBT) is the city's Social Security replacement
retirement program that has been in place since 1977, and is authorized by Edmonds City Code.
All regular Edmonds city employees and city council members are mandatory participants in
MEBT. Contributions based on employee earnings are made by employer and employees at a
level commensurate with Social Security (FICA). The Plan Document is subject to federal law and
Internal Revenue Service approval, and must be periodically reviewed and approved by the IRS.
When the Plan Document is comprehensively updated, it is called a "restatement". The last such
restatement was effective January 1, 2006. Due to changes in federal law and IRS regulations, a
restatement is again necessary with an effective date of January 1, 2009. The Edmonds MEBT
Plan Committee has reviewed the draft restatement in conjunction with MEBT legal counsel. The
Plan Committee recommends City Council approval of the MEBT Plan Document restatement.
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: Revenue: Expenditure:
Fiscal Impact:
This restatement will have no fiscal impact over and above the already budgeted for employer
contributions that mirror Social Security.
Attachments
Link: MEBT Draft
Link: MEBT Draft
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 01:11 PM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 02:06 PM APRV
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3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 02:40 PM APRV
Form Started By: Al
Compaan
Started On: 12/04/2008 11:24
AM
Final Approval Date: 12/04/2008
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AM-1946 2.F.
State of Washington Interlocal Purchasing Agreement
City Council Committee Meetings
Date:12/09/2008
Submitted By:Kathleen Junglov, Administrative Services Time:5 Minutes
Department:Administrative Services Type:Action
Committee:Finance
Information
Subject Title
State of Washington Interlocal Purchasing Agreement.
Recommendation from Mayor and Staff
Forward to full Council authorizing Mayor to sign Agreement.
Previous Council Action
None.
Narrative
The State of Washington Office of Procurement contacted me stating they do not have a
2008/2009 Interlocal on file, and requested we provide. Attached you will find the standard
contract.
Fiscal Impact
Attachments
Link: State of Washington 2008/2008 Interlocal Purchasing Agreement
Form Routing/Status
Route Seq Inbox Approved By Date Status
1 City Clerk Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 01:55 PM APRV
2 Mayor Gary Haakenson 12/04/2008 02:06 PM APRV
3 Final Approval Sandy Chase 12/04/2008 02:40 PM APRV
Form Started By: Kathleen
Junglov
Started On: 12/04/2008 08:58
AM
Final Approval Date: 12/04/2008
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State of Washington
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
Office of State Procurement
Rm. 201 General Administration Building, P.O. Box 41017 z Olympia, Washington 98504-1017 z (360) 902-7400
http://www.ga.wa.gov
STATE OF WASHINGTON
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING AGREEMENT FOR
PUBLIC AGENCIES
Pursuant to Chapter 39.34 RCW and to other provisions of law, the State of Washington, Department of General
Administration, Office of State Procurement, Purchasing and Contract Administration, (hereinafter called the “Office of State
Procurement” or “OSP”), and the following named public agency, City of Edmonds (hereinafter called the “Cooperative
member”) hereby enter into this Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (hereinafter called the “Agreement”),
the purpose of which is for undertaking governmental purchasing activity that each party is authorized by law to perform,
upon the following terms and conditions:
(1) The Cooperative member must be an agency, Cooperative member, or unit of local government of
Washington state including, but not limited to, municipal corporations, quasi-municipal
corporations, special purpose districts, and local service districts; any agency of Washington state
government; any agency of the United States; any Indian tribe recognized as such by the federal
government; and any Cooperative member of another state of the United States.
(2) The Office of State Procurement, in contracting for the purchase of goods and services according
to the laws and regulations governing purchases by and on behalf of the State of Washington,
agrees to contract on behalf of the Cooperative member, to the extent permitted by law and agreed
upon by both parties. The Cooperative member accepts responsibility for compliance with any
additional laws and regulations governing purchases by or on behalf of the Cooperative member.
(3) The Office of State Procurement shall comply with its statutory requirements regarding notice for
bids or proposals for goods or services subject to this Agreement, and shall either post the bid or
solicitation notice on a web site established and maintained by OSP for the purposes of posting
public notice of bid or proposal solicitations, or shall provide an access link on the State of
Washington’s web portal to the notice.
(4) When the Office of the State Procurement has entered into a contractual agreement for the
purchase of goods or services on behalf of Cooperative member (s), the Cooperative member may
purchase goods and services covered by the contract on the same terms and conditions as the State
of Washington, except that the contractor has the right to modify payment terms based on their
credit assessment of the Cooperative member. Purchases by the Cooperative member may be
made by a purchase order issued by the Cooperative member to the state contractor. The
Cooperative member accepts full responsibility for payment for any goods and services it
purchases under contracts negotiated by OSP with private vendors or items it purchases directly
from OSP. The Cooperative member accepts responsibility for contract monitoring related to their
use of these contracts.
(5) The Cooperative member reserves the right to contract independently for the purchase of any
particular class of goods or services, with or without notice being given to OSP.
(6) This Agreement shall be effective on the later of the two signatures dates appearing below, and
shall continue in force until canceled in writing by either party.
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(7) In the event that either the Office of the State Procurement or the Cooperative member is
abolished, this Agreement shall continue in operation as to any public agency succeeding to the
powers and duties of the abolished party, except as canceled or modified by operation of law. The
Cooperative member may request a refund of unexpired membership exceeding three months,
which may be approved by OSP at their discretion.
(8) The Cooperative member agrees to use only contracts available to the Cooperative member and
only in accordance with those contract terms and conditions. The Cooperative member further
agrees that all purchases from OSP contracts will be made only for the direct use of the
Cooperative member’s programs (as covered by this agreement) and will not be made on behalf of
other jurisdictions (Cooperative member”).
(9) The Office of State Procurement is required by Chapter 236-49-060 WAC to recover the costs of
administering the state purchasing cooperative program from all its members. The Membership
Fee Schedule below sets forth the fee structure for Cooperative members that are not Washington
State Agencies, which is based on the total expenditures less debt service and interfund transfers,
as reported in the Cooperative member’s last audited financial statements. The Cooperative
member shall be charged a membership fee based upon the self-declaration, as indicated by their
signatory’s initials in the first column of the Membership Fee Schedule below. The Cooperative
member’s self-determined membership fee is subject to change if not validated by OSP during its
subsequent reviews. This membership fee is due upon subscribing for the first year of
membership and by January 31 of the membership cycle. The membership term is January 1st
2008 through December 31st 2009. The Cooperative member agrees to pay the membership fee as
a part of this Agreement. New memberships beginning after June 30 may be prorated and will be
established at the discretion of OSP.
(10) Membership fees are established every two years. The State Auditors’ most recently published
Local Government Comparative Statistics report will be used to verify membership fee. Where a
Cooperative member is not reported separately in that document, audited financial statements as
published in the State Auditors’ Website will be used. The Superintendent of Public Instruction
(OSPI) web site will be used to verify fee issues for School Districts. The most recent audited
financial statement will be used as the authoritative source to resolve any issues regarding the
Annual Membership Fee due from the Cooperative member. .Any Cooperative member not
reported in the OSPI or State Auditor’s Websites, must submit a copy of its most recent audited
financial statements to OSP. When a member does not have audited financial statements, the
member shall provide internal budgets or financial statements to OSP if requested.
(11) In addition to accessing State contracts established by the Office of State Procurement, custom
contracting and procurement services are available for an additional predetermined fee. These
include development of contracts and/or single requisitions that meet specific needs. The cost for
these optional services, typically a flat fee, is established at the time of request.
(12) It is not the intention of the parties, nor shall this Agreement be interpreted, to create a separate
legal entity for the performance of this Agreement. Instead, the Office of State Procurement shall
be responsible for administering this Agreement.
(13) The Cooperative member shall be responsible for filing a copy of this Agreement with its county
auditor’s office.
(14) By its signature below, the Office of State Procurement confirms it approves of this Agreement as
required by RCW 39.34.050 and it is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to RCW
39.34.030 and RCW 39.34.080. Similarly, by its signature below, the Cooperative member
confirms it is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to RCW 39.34.030 and RCW
39.34.080.
(15) PAYMENT and NOTICES: Payment shall be made to OSP at the address given herein. Further,
any notice, demand or other communication required or permitted to be given under this Contract
shall be made to the parties at the addresses provided below.
Mail: agreement and Payment to:
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State of Washington, OSP PAF-Non/Prof Fund: 422 04 20 000214,
303 General Administration Bldg., P.O. Box 41008, Olympia, WA 98504-1008
Cooperative member contact information:
Contact Person (To whom contract documents and related communications are to be mailed or faxed).
Cooperative Member Name: City of Edmonds
Contact Name: Kathleen Junglov
Address: 121 5th Avenue North
City, St. Zip Edmonds, WA 98020
Phone Number: 425.775.7743
Federal Id #: 91-6001244
FAX Number: 425.771.0265
Email Address: Junglov@ci.edmonds.wa.us
Two-Year Membership Fee Schedule
Note: Expenditures below are net of debt service and inter-fund transfers
Initial in box Annual expenditures
of more than
Annual expenditures of
less than
Two-Year
Membership Fee
$0.00 $3,000,000 $400
$3,000,001 $7,500,000 $1,000
$7,500,001 $30,000,000 $2,000
kaj $30,000,001 $68,000,000 $4,000
$68,000,001 $90,000,000 $6,000
$90,000,001 $150,000,000 $8,000
$150,000,001 and over $10,000
The undersigned has read, understands and agrees to the terms and conditions of this agreement and this Authorized Signatory for
the Cooperative member attests that the expenditure level initialed in the Membership Fee Schedule above is true and correct.
Cooperative member Authorized Signature: Applicant must provide an authorized signature.
Name: Gary Haakenson
Title: Mayor
Address (if not the same as above): same
Phone Number: 425.771.0240
Date Signed: __________________________________________
FOR OSP USE ONLY (Completed by OSP, this page will be returned to you in executed copy)
Approved as to form: , AAG Date: 07/18/07 (signature on file)
OSP has assigned you Co-op member number, ______________. Please provide this number when ordering from contracts or
communicating with OSP.
OSP AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
_____________________________________________________________________
Name Title Date
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