2022-05-18 Economic Development Commission Packet1-7c, Is 9 V
AGENDA
Edmonds Economic Development Commission
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
6 — 8 PM Zoom Info below
6:00 P.M. — Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement: "We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this place, the
Sdohobsh (Snohomish) people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since time immemorial have hunted, fished,
gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their
sacred spiritual connection with the land and water." - City Council Land Acknowledgment
Call to Order
1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences (5 min)
2. Recognition of Student Representative (5 min)
3. Approval of Agenda (2 min)
4. Approval of April 20, 2022 Meeting Summary (2 min)
5. Audience Comments (3 minutes per person)
6. Discussion: Commissioner/Council Appointer Feedback (30 min)
7. Discussion: Request from Council regarding Public Safety Facility Location
(15 min)
8. Discussion: Meeting Format Requirement (15 min)
9. City Update (5 min)
10. Liaison Updates (5 min each)
a. City Council
b. Port of Edmonds
c. Chamber of Commerce
d. Planning Board
11. Roundtable Discussion (10 min)
12. Adjourn
Next regular meeting: June 15, 2022 6PM
Zoom Information:
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CITY OF EDMONDS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
April 20, 2022
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
Nicole Hughes, Chair
Kevin Harris, Vice Chair
Darrol Haug
Carrie Hulbert
Jay Hoag
Lee Reeves
Vacant
Vacant
Evan Sittauer, Student -Rep
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT:
LIAISONS PRESENT:
Susan Paine, Councilmember, ex-officio
Roger Pence, Planning Board, ex-officio
Greg Urban, Edmonds Chamber, ex-officio
Angela Harris, Port Commissioner, ex-officio
LIAISONS ABSENT:
GUESTS:
Kevin Smith
STAFF PRESENT:
Megan Luttrell, Program Coordinator CS/ED
Economic Development Commission meeting conducted via ZOOM and called to order by Nicole Hughes
at 6:02 p.m.
Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement
1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences: Round robin introductions to Lee Reeves.
2. Approval of Agenda: Nicole proposed adding Item 6.a: Commission Update. She moved to approve the
agenda; Darrol seconded; motion passed.
3. Approval of March 16, 2022, Meeting Summary: Darrol moved to approve the meeting summary; Jay
seconded; motion passed.
4. Audience Comments: None.
5. Discussion: Idea Readout to City Council Discussion: Nicole would like to discuss the process of
presenting these ideas to Council. She gave a brief refresher of the Pipeline Refinement List and
summarized where each item is at. She shared the readiness list of ideas and what stage each idea has
been identified at. Kevin H. mentioned adding one more status category, "reframe". Nicole explained that
after the last Council update, it was clear that a plan to move ideas forward is critical. To improve
communication with Council, it is suggested that each Commissioner meet with their appointer asap and
share the idea pipeline. The goal is to move the Commission from idea mode to action mode. Carrie
suggested cleanup/reframe some of the ideas to make the list more concise. Darrol suggested focusing
on the ideas that peaked Council interest during the September 2021 presentation. This may garner more
support as they've already expressed interest. Susan agreed that the Council connection is important.
Kevin H. emphasized that this connection with appointers is important to give Council a preliminary view
of and time to consider the upcoming Council presentation. Keith suggested proactively proposing ideas
that the Commission feels are priorities for economic development rather than just seeking buy -in. Nicole
noted that the idea pipeline document and the PowerPoint from last meeting will be shared with the
Commission to use as tools to guide their conversations with appointers. Nicole added that the Health
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Tech Corridor Development idea might need a more expert explanation. Jay added that he is working on
a refined benefit statement for this idea. He plans to connect with Kevin H. on this as well as Charlie. Kevin
H. asked what model should be used to move forward with ideas as we flush out the priority projects.
Nicole suggested independent work groups as one idea. She suggested the group think about how to roll
out this work between now and the next meeting. Carrie asked about other ways to accomplish the work
than committees or independent work groups? Kevin H. suggested different models of pairs or triads
working on sections of the work. Nicole suggested virtual collaboration tools. Next steps: reach out to
each appointer, set up time to gauge/temp check on the idea pipeline. Nicole offered to join anyone in
their discussion if needed.
6. City Update: Megan provided a brief update on filling the Community Services/Economic Development
Director position. Interviews are scheduled for Friday this week. She also shared that the Hwy 99 office is
open but operating logistics are still being worked out.
a. Commissioner/Open Positions Update: Councilmember K. Johnson would like to appoint
Kevin Smith. Councilmember Chen is holding interviews to fill his vacant position. Is anyone interested in
filling the vacant seat on the Creative District Advisory Committee on behalf of the EDC?
8. Liaison Updates
a. City Council (Susan Paine) talked with Susan McLaughlin about Neighborhood planning and let
her know the EDC would like to be a part of the discussions. Council has been discussing design standards
in downtown. The Parks and Open Space Plan almost wrapped up. Also, the Storm Comp Plan and ADA
Plan are almost done. Climate action plan is on the horizon.
b. Port of Edmonds (Angela Harris) still waiting for permit approval to move forward on the
administrative building. They're hoping to go out for bids in May or June.
c. Chamber of Commerce (Greg Urban) 41h of July is a go, but fireworks will be done on July 3rd in
collaboration with Mountlake Terrace show due to Civic Park construction. The 1k, 5k, kids parade and
parade will still be held on 4th of July. Taste of Edmonds will be all ages at Frances Anderson Center field
and it will be co -mingled, liquor controlled and will end at 9pm. Happy Hours are back, first one at Fire &
Feast is on Tuesday. Lots of events are back up and running. There are a lot of businesses seeking office
space in downtown Edmonds and lots of job availability. The Chamber has launched the L&I training
partnership.
d. Planning Board (Roger Pence) Annual retreat was held at their last meeting. They went through
the work plans for both development services and the parks department. Next week the PB is having a
joint meeting with the Council. The topic that came up through the Pros Plan discussion is the South
County Park. There's a lot of interest in bringing it into the City's jurisdiction.
9. Roundtable Discussion: Kevin H. thanked everyone and welcomed Lee; Jay word of warning, check your
passports before international travel; Kevin S. welcomed Lee; Carrie annual meeting next Wednesday,
green campaign, and working on Love, Edmonds, welcomed Lee; Megan, nothing; Susan, nothing; Roger,
nothing; Greg, nothing; Evan, shared May 181h will be his last meeting; Darrol, the streateries will sunset
soon, will the pickup spots stay? Attended the Port retreat meeting, one major issue the Port is working
on is the north boardwalk; Keith, congrats to Evan; Angela, nothing; Lee, requested childcare lists for
Edmonds or Snohomish County, Greg suggested the resource librarian.
10. Adjourn at 7:36 p.m.
Next regular meeting: May 18, 2022, 6 PM location Zoom
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