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2022-08-27 City Council - Full Agenda-32511 9 3 o Agenda Edmonds City Council tn.. ISLP SPECIAL MEETING - INTERVIEWS CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM 121 - 5TH AVENUE N, EDMONDS, WA 98020 AUGUST 27, 2022, 9:55 AM PERSONS WISHING TO JOIN THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY IN LIEU OF IN -PERSON ATTENDANCE CAN CLICK ON OR PASTE THE FOLLOWING ZOOM MEETING LINK INTO A WEB BROWSER USING A COMPUTER OR SMART PHONE: HTTPS://ZOOM. US/J/95798484261 OR JOIN BY PHONE: US: +1 253 215 8782 WEBINAR ID: 957 9848 4261 CLOSED CAPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE USING THE ZOOM PLATFORM. COUNCILMEMBERS ATTEND THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY, AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THE SAME WAY. IF MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC CANNOT ACCESS THE VIRTUAL MEETING WITH THEIR PERSONAL DEVICE, A MONITOR IS PROVIDED AT THE CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM AT 121 5TH AVE N, EDMONDS WA. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL CONDUCT INTERVIEWS FOR COUNCIL POSITION 1 VACANCY 1. Interview Slate of Applicants for Council Position #1 Vacancy (240 min) ADJOURNMENT (4:15 PM) Edmonds City Council Agenda August 27, 2022 Page 1 3.1 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 08/27/2022 Interview Slate of Applicants for Council Position #1 Vacancy Staff Lead: Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History The Council received 17 qualified applications for Council Position #1 Vacancy. At the 8/23/2022 meeting, Council decided to proceed by interviewing all 17 candidates over two meetings, August 27 and August 29. Staff Recommendation N/A Narrative Interviews will be conducted virtually over Zoom. Each interview will be 25 minutes; applicants will have 2.5 minutes for opening and concluding comments, each councilmember will have 3 minutes to ask the same question to each applicant, followup questions are allowed within the time limit. The interviews will be conducted in the following order: 10:00 a.m. Jenna Nand 10:30 am Susanna Law Martini 11:00 a.m. James Ogonowski 11:30 a.m. Dave Teitzel 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. Break for Lunch 12:45 p.m. Lauren Golembiewski 1:15 p.m. Eric Dubbury 1:45 p.m. Elizabeth Fleming 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. Break 2:30 p.m. Roger Pence 3:00 pm Michelle Dotsch 3:30 p.m. Lora Petso As the interviews will be open and viewable over zoom, in fairness to the first applicant to interview, the Councilmembers' questions are included in the agenda memo: Councilmember Diane Buckshnis - What are your opinions about zoning? Councilmember Susan Paine - Last year, there was a lot of community engagement on Streateries, what is your opinion about Streateries and using city streets for non -vehicle purposes? Packet Pg. 2 3.1 Councilmember Vivian Olson - Council demands are significant year round (minimum 20 hours per week, many of us work much more), with the budget season immediately ahead (Oct and November) being the most demanding. Are you and your family (and your employer if you work another job) aware of the significant demands of the councilmember role, and are you and all other stakeholders for your time willing to make the sacrifices for you to perform well in the role? Councilmember Will Chen - What is your understanding of the concept of ONE Edmonds with different unique neighborhoods and how can our city equitably deploy its resources for different neighborhoods? Neighborhoods such as Lake Ballinger, Five corners, Perrinvillle, Seaview, Maplewood, Talbot, the bowl, Emerald hills, Westgate, Firdale Village, and Hickman Park. Councilmember Neil Tibbott - Please tell us about a recent activity you did in Edmonds that gave you an insight into the needs of our city. What was the insight and how has it changed the way you serve in our city? Councilmember Laura Johnson - Following up on your top three priorities listed on your application, what steps would you take to begin the process to start implementation? Attachments: Jenna Nand —Redacted Susanna Law Martini_ Redacted James Ogonowski_Redacted Dave Teitzel_Redacted Lauren_Golembiewski_Redacted Eric Dubbury_Redacted Elizabeth Fleming_Redacted Roger Pence _Redacted Michelle Dotsch_Redacted Lora Petso Redacted Packet Pg. 3 3.1.a s O Sn v n 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant Full Name: Nand Jenna J. Date:08/17/2022 Address: Last Street Address Edmonds First MI. _3pa?rrraerar t:y:it DIVA 98026 Girt Stnte ZIP Code Phone: Emai Length of Residency in Edmonds: 19+ years Are you a registered Voter? Yesz NoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yeswiNo ❑ Are you able to attend daytime meetings? Yes W]No If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? YeszNo Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the following items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions ■ You may submit a cover letter • You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.peterson ff edmondsw a. Rov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 4 3.1.a 1) What is your 1) In 2021, when all local Pride celebrations were canceled, I volunteer produced "Pride in Edmonds" posters and stickers through experience? my law firm and offered them for free to the public to support our local LGBTQ+ community. Due to popular demand, I now offer them for free to the public throughout the year, at my own expense. 2) Also in 2021, 1 organized and fundraised "Summer Survival Kits" for the local unhoused population during the summer heatwave. My fellow volunteers and I were able to pass out thousands of dollars worth of portable fans, cold drinks, DRCA cards, grooming items, snacks, etc. during the height of the heatwave for two days in a row at the Jean Kim Foundation's Hygiene Center in Lynnwood, WA and Camp United We Stand in Shoreline, WA. 3) Additionally, in 2021, 1 organized and co -sponsored the Rev. Dr. Jean Kim Memorial Picnic and Garden Dedication to honor the memory of our local housing and human rights pioneer after her passing. 4) 1 volunteered for the "Friends of Will Chen" City Council Election Campaign in 2021. 5) 1 was a member of the Mayor's Climate Protection Committee from 2017 to 2021. 6) 1 was 2nd Vice Chair for the 32d District Democrats, an organization which I volunteered with from 2016 to 2021. 7) 1 was a pro bona attorney for the Northwest Immigration Rights Project (NWIRP), where I represented asylum applicants and helped my pro bona clients attain legal status within the United States. 8) 1 have also volunteered for the South Asian Bar Association of Washington's (SABAW) free legal clinics around the region, which provide free legal services to indigent members of the community. 9) Separately from SABAW and NWIRP, I periodically provide pro bond legal services to indigent members of the local community through my law practice, Fortuna Law PLLC, regularly exceeding the 100 hours a year challenge issued by the Washington State Bar Association. 10) Previously, I was also a pro bona attorney to refugees through the Advocates for Human Rights. r a Packet Pg. 5 3.1.a 2) Have you Though I have no experience as an elected official, I served on the previously served Mayor's Climate Protection Committee from 2017 to 2021. as an elected official or do you I was a member of the 32"d District Democrats executive board from have any 2018 to 2021. experience as an appointed official I am a member of the ABA Private Equity and Venture Capital including public Committee's leadership board. boards, commissions, I was a member of the editorial board for The Young Lawyer and The committees, etc. Business Lawyer, both American Bar Association publications. in either Edmonds or I was selected to be a fellow for The Washington Leadership Institute elsewhere? for 2016. (please provide I was selected to be a fellow for the America Bar Association's details) Business Section from 2016 to 2018. 1 was selected to be a fellow for the America Bar Association's Young Lawyer's division from 2015 to 2016. 3) What are three of Strengths: your greatest strengths and 1) ❑iplomacy: I strongly believe in being civil and fair to all three of your viewpoints, regardless of my own personal opinions. I think that greatest diplomacy is necessary in politics because the only way to really weaknesses? accomplish anything is to be able to compromise and work with those whom you do not agree with 100% of the time. I would bring a spirit of bipartisanship, respect, and cooperation to my service on council. I would prioritize my duty as a public servant over my personal feelings towards other Council members or members of city government. 2) Creativity. In my work, I am constantly looking for novel solutions to my client's problems, be it by new technology or new ways of doing business that will help my clients achieve their goals. I think that this is an important trait to bring to council work because council is often tasked with achieving the city's wants and needs while using taxpayer money effectively. While consultants often propose costly and time-consuming solutions to our challenges, I think that the creativity and human capital of our city can be utilized to find more cost-effective avenues to addressing our endeavors. a Packet Pg. 6 3.1.a 3) Professional background as an attorney and a small business owner: As an attorney, I am trained to think critically and communicate solutions to problems effectively on behalf of my clients. As a council member, I will bring this skillset to my work for the city, in additional to my budget -management skills as a small business owner who needs to keep operational costs to a minimum in order to attain a profit. Weaknesses: 1) Strong convictions: Although I try to listen to all viewpoints and regard all perspectives fairly, there are some beliefs that I hold which I cling too rather stubbornly, such as my conviction that emergency housing is a human right, everyone in our society should have access to the social safety net, and that our government has a responsibility to address humanitarian crises in our region, like our homelessness epidemic. Perhaps this is a "weakness" because I might be viewed as inflexible by some people who disagree with me on core, moral issues. 2) Adverse to confrontation: I genuinely try to get along with everyone and I usually avoid direct and personal confrontations. As an attorney, I rigorously represent my views and advocate for my positions, but I avoid personal confrontation and can sometimes seem to be "playing both sides" because I value dialogue and good relationships with people across the political spectrum, regardless of whether we agree or disagree at the end of the day. 3) Rationality above emotional instincts: I try to suspend my emotional responses to challenges and respond rationally to any issues that come up as I pursue my objectives. I think that this means I am sometimes viewed as "disloyal" or "uncaring" because I try to take a holistic, system view of problems rather than relying on a gut reaction of "good" or "bad." I also try to disavow any sort of tribalism and try not to preference people whom I'm personally acquainted with over strangers or people who belong to a different group or affiliation than me in my work. Packet Pg. 7 3.1.a 4) What would be your top three 1) Affordability for residents: One of my grave concerns is that, as priorities for our cost of living, property and sales taxes, and utility fees continue city? to rise in the City of Edmonds, middle class families will soon find themselves priced out of the area and be forced to move. As our demographics continue to change and our population expand, my top priority will be to make sure that Edmonds is as economically inclusive and diverse as possible. My hope is that we can find solutions to keep seniors in their homes and provide affordable housing to young families and other middle/working class members of our community. 2) Environmental preservation: A large part of what makes Edmonds beautiful and a desirable place to live is our natural beauty. I believe that we must preserve our mature tree canopy and natural green spaces before they are swallowed up by development. This will take political courage from City Council, to resist the big developers who want to erect luxury condo buildings and bulldoze our neighborhoods for generic construction. We must preserve our waterfront from excessive development and the character of our residential neighborhoods from encroaching urban sprawl. I don't want to see Edmonds subsumed by Seattle's gentrification, which is already happening in neighboring communities like Shoreline and Lynnwood. We have to preserve our unique character and charm as much as possible. 3) Inclusion: I want to make sure that Edmonds includes all of its residents in the political process, particularly the minority communities that largely inhabit the Highway 99 corridor. While the Bowl is very well represented in the political priorities of City Council, the voice and perspectives of our international business community and other businesses on Highway 99 often seem overlooked. As I grew up in this area of Edmonds, I will strive to bring this part of the city into the process and make residents in my corner of Edmonds feel heard and respected. 5) What do you see I think that our City Council has important symbolic and practical as yours and the functions to play in Edmonds. First of all, our City Council Council's role in represents our chosen leaders, and should reflect the diversity our community? of the community that it represents. This means not only ethnic r a Packet Pg. 8 3.1.a diversity, but also geographic diversity as well. People from all parts of Edmonds should be able to look to our council members and see people whom they feel listen to and understand their perspectives. Secondly, I think it is very important that our City Council provide leadership to address our community's concerns and challenges. Such as the homelessness crisis. We have a new population moving into Edmonds from surrounding areas that is underserved and in dire need of government services that the state and county governments have failed to provide to them. Even though we didn't cause this problem, our municipal government will now have to help reach a solution. Thirdly, city government acts as a guardian for Edmonds' people and our culture and traditions. The city government must rigorously protect the character of our town as we experience growth and development. We do not want Edmonds to turn into a generic, overdeveloped suburb with big box stores and too few parks. It is up to City Council to safeguard Edmonds to ensure that our little town isn't unrecognizable in 25 years. bj What do you Having observed our City Council for multiple years, I think that believe to be the our Council's greatest challenge in 2020 will be integrating its greatest new members and finding a way to work productively with the challenge for our rest of city government. I think that our Council is made up of City Council? many good, hardworking, and intelligent members, but that interpersonal conflicts sometimes arise due to the strong personalities that clash occasionally. As the Council faces substantive challenges, like homelessness and the affordable housing crisis, my hope is that the Council members will be able to build a strong working relationship and put the people of Edmonds first. 7) Please add any While there are many strong applicants for Position 1, I think additional that what sets me apart is my commitment to work with all sides comments: of the political spectrum and treat everyone fairly, regardless of whether we agree or disagree on a particular issue. I believe that the ability to compromise and reach bipartisan solutions is key to achieving our common goals to keep Edmonds a beautiful and charming small town. I hope that you will agree that someone like me, who values diplomacy and respect towards others, a Packet Pg. 9 3.1.a would be an asset for the Council. Thank you for your time and consideration of my application for Position 1. Packet Pg. 10 3.1.a Jenna Nand ==�Im Edmonds, WA 98026 August 17, 2022 Beckie Peterson Edmonds City Council Office 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020 Dear Ms. Peterson: I am writing to apply for the open position with Edmonds City Council, Position #1. 1 am a previous candidate for Edmonds City Council, Position #4. 1 am a business attorney in Edmonds, WA. My practice focuses on counseling startups and small businesses. I am involved in various professional and pro bono activities. Locally, I have organized "Summer Survival Kits" for our local unhoused population during extreme weather events and distributed "Pride in Edmonds" posters and stickers to support our LGBTQ+ for the last two years. Enclosed for your review are my application and resume. Thank you for your time and attention. Regards: Jenna Nand Cc: beckie.peterson@edmondswa.gov Packet Pg. 11 3.1.a lenna lotika Nand , Edmonds, WA 98026 EDUCATION University of Minnesota Law School, Minneapolis, Minnesota J.D., magna cum laude, May 2012, GPA 3.525 • ABA Journal of Labor and Employment Law, Staff Member Securities Regulation with Richard W. Painter, Research Assistant Contracts 1 with John H. Matheson, Student Instructor University of Washington, Seattle, Washington B.A., cum laude, Political Science (Minor in Latin), June 2009, GPA 3.84 EXPERIENCE Fortuna Law PLLC, Lynnwood, Washington Business Attorney, February 2015 —Present • Outside general counsel for companies on transactional matters, corporate governance, and litigation • Negotiate and advise on transactions, merger acquisitions and sales, and private equity offerings. • Research and draft contracts pertaining to business, e.g. real estate, vendor, and service agreements. Seattle University Albers School of Business, Seattle, Washington Adjunct Professor, January 2018 — Present Teach International Business Law, including instruction on cross -border transactions and blockchain T-Mobile, Seattle, Washington Contract Negotiator, June 2014 — September 2014 Negotiated telecom agreements, performed jurisdictional research, and reviewed real estate contracts. Dorsey &Whitney LLP, Minneapolis, Minnesota Corporate Associate, October 2012 to February 2013 — resigned due to medical issues Summer Associate, May 2011 to August 2011 • Assisted with multimillion dollar domestic and cross -border M&A transactions. • Assisted in the preparation of SEC filings of reporting requirements and equity offerings as well as the drafting of SEC correspondence, proxy statements, and D&O questionnaires. • Drafted various contracts pertaining to business matters for the institutional clients of a global law firm Lindquist & Vennum LLP, Minneapolis, Minnesota Summer Associate, May 2010 to August 2010 Handled litigation matters, including multijurisdictional litigation, for a large regional law firm. BAR ADMISSIONS Washington and Minnesota PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES The Young Lawyer Magazine (ABA Publication), Associate Editor, September 2015-Present ABA Business Law Section, Fellow, September 2016-18 Washington Leadership Institute, Fellow, December 2015-16 Northwest Immigration Rights Project (NWIRP), Pro Bono Asylum Law, February 2015-Present LANGUAGE SKILLS Conversant and literate in Spanish and Hindi. Literate in Latin. Packet Pg. 12 •sn Li Y n 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Full lJnrrre: Martini Susanna L. nate:8-8-2022 tivo first 17 J Address. Strew 4dd+es,s Edmonds. City Plume: Length of Residency in Edmonds; .4E7rsrfNlLuflii+rir �) VITA. 98020 .Scare ZIP code Emiril Are you a registered Voter? YesFvlNoF-1 Are you able to attend evening meetings? Ycs�No� Are you able to attend daytime meetings? YesR]No If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat" Y44 WINoF7 Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. I. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city`. 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments. - Please submit the hollowing items before the Wednesday, Apgast 17 4;00 pm. deadline; • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter • You may submit a resume Via email; brrl ic.p�lcrsru? reJnnnchxu. Via delivery: To I st floor reception desk at City Halt Via U5 Mail. Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 48020 Packet Pg. 13 1. What is your volunteer experience? My volunteer experience has been focused primarily on empowering people with disabilities. I am passionate about advocating and giving voice to people with disabilities and finding a way for their stories to be told. In 2004 1 volunteered with the Public Broadcasting Service and was a Featured Personality in the Documentary, "Freedom Machines". This Documentary was about the personal freedom and independence found through assistive technology. You can view more information at http://freedommachines.com/. In 2005 1 was involved with George Lucas Educational Films. I acted as a consultant to George Lucas Educational Films Documentary "Assistive Technology: Enabling Dreams" which highlights the effect that alternative communication devices have on the lives of people with disabilities. 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) Although I have not served as an appointed official in the past, some of my recent work has prepared me for serving the public. Some recent work includes Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Committee to the Fish and Wildlife Commission Region 4 and being the vice chair of the Washington State Ferry Accessibility Advisory Committee. While earning a Bachelor's in Communications from the University of Washington in 2002, 1 worked at the Disability Resources for Students office (DRS), and became a member of the UW faculty advisory committee on disability issues. As the student liaison to the department, I was able to help the committee succeed in developing a disability studies minor at the University. While earning a Master's in Organizational Leadership at Gonzaga University in 2006, 1 worked with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Department of Developmental Disabilities, (DDD), Work Opportunities, Washington State Department of Transportation, ACLU, and Parkview Services which provides down payment assistance for people with disabilities. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? My greatest strengths are time management, goal setting, and project managment. I set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple concurrent projects all with assistive technology. Packet Pg. 14 3.1.b My disability has encouraged me to creatively solve problems to meet my goals and accomplish incredible things. I would be excited to share these talents if I were to hold a position on the City Council. My greatest weaknesses are my lack of parliamentary procedure knowledge, my desire to accomplish and solve problems that need more complex answers, and my career balance with family. I am confident that being a lifelong learner helps me to continue to grow these areas that need strengthening as I develop my career in public service. 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? I believe the three most important priorities for the City of Edmonds include; Improving walkability throughout Edmonds by updating sidewalks to give access to all individuals, guiding the conversation on homelessness and how to address these complex issues within our community, and giving a voice to all Edmonds residents so they feel represented. 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? My role is to represent all of Edmonds. This job requires me to hear and to represent everyone in matters pertaining to city business. This includes ordinances and finances. My role is to be as good at this position as I can, to cooperate as best as I can, and have the greatest understanding of the city business. Improving Edmonds to the best of my ability with the unique perspective of my life experiences. 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? I believe the greatest challenge to our City Council is balancing the wants of the citizens while keeping a balanced budget. 7. Please add any additional comments: I have worked as an Information and Referral Counselor at the Washington Homeownership Resource Center since 2012, and I became a HUD Certified Housing Counselor in 2020. 1 provide accurate, comprehensive information and referral services, and housing counseling, to diverse individuals, including low-income and elder people, people with disabilities, and families managing financial, mental health and health issues. I have a naturally outgoing and happy disposition, and I excel at quickly establishing rapport with clients. I am a team player with a positive attitude. Maintaining boundaries and a commitment to my professional relationships. Packet Pg. 15 Coordinating with resource agencies and community -based organizations helps me make effective referrals, and I actively seek out new resources that will benefit my target population. I would be excited to add my diverse background, exceptional organizational skills, and excellent people skills to a City Council position. Packet Pg. 16 3.1.b Hello, my name is Susanna Martini. I am 38 years old. I have lived in Edmonds for 13 years. I love our city and everything it has to offer to its citizens. I am appreciative of the opportunity that this appointment could present, but also sad given the circumstances. I look forward to discussing my background with the City Council, and opportunities where I can help the city to keep moving forward. As a housing counselor and advocate concerned about my community in this time of crisis, I was glad to see your posting for Position 1 with Edmonds City Council. I will be able to sit on the council and advocate for its citizens. I want a new adventure and I'm interested in City Government. As a citizen myself, I appreciate all the work the city has done to constantly improve Edmonds through the years. Packet Pg. 17 3.1.b , WA 98020.-. Susanna Law Martini Experience 2012-Present Park -view Services/Washington Homeownership Shoreline, WA Resource Center a Provides information on the Foreclosure Fairness Act of 2011. a Create and support website for connections with Housing Counseling Agencies throughout Washington State • Provide client referral to Housing Counselor a Revise and update WHRC regional resources, brochures, guides and seminar schedules_ 2020 HUD Certified Housing Counselors Washington State 2017-2021 Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Committee to the Fish and Wildlife Commission Region 4 2012 Snohomish County Edmonds, WA Technical Advisory Committee Member • Appointment to Technical Advisory Committee for Snohomish County Public Advisory Board 2010 University of Washington Program Coordinator Seattle, WA Assist with projects that serve to increase the success of students with disabilities in pursuing college degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. 2005 Summer Intern EnableMart • Assisted team meinbers ul product development and corporate strategy. Vancouver, WA Packet Pg. 18 3.1.b 2005 University of Washington Seattle, WA Member of the Disability Studies Curriculum Transformation • Addressed findings and recommendations of the University of Washington's Diversity Appraisal Report. 2005 George Lucas Educational Films Consultant to George Lucas Educational Films Documentary • "Assistive Technology: Enabling Dreams" which highlights the effect that alternative communication devices have on the lives of people with disabilities. 2004 Public Broadcasting Service Seattle, WA Featured Personality • Documentary, "Freedom Machines" • Documentary about the personal freedom and independence found through assistive technology • http://freedommachines.com/ 2004 Washington State Parks and Recreation Olympia, Washington Member of Statewide Committee • Reported on accessibility of trails to the State Legislature 2004 University of Washington Advisory Committee Seattle, WA on Disability Issues Member • Succeeded in developing a Disability Studies Minor for the University. 2003 DO -IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Seattle, WA Internetworking, and Technology) Counselor • Scholars Leadership Program, for disabled students 2002 Washington Youth Leadership Forum Delegate • Youth Leadership Forum sponsored by the Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment. 2001 Easter Seals Spokane, WA Packet Pg. 19 3.1.b Customer Service • Computer Assistance Technician for Easter Seals Disability Services Education 2011 Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Master of Arts, Organizational Leadership • Focus on communication and technology as integral to education and leadership in people with physical and learning disabilities; Selected for Graduate Assistantship: Duties include: aiding professors in GU Outreach Program and cultivating relationships with the disability community 2006 University of Washington Seattle, WA Bachelor of Arts, Communication • Member of UW Faculty Advisory Committee on Disability Issues; Student Liaison to UW Disability Studies Curriculum Transformation Seminar; Featured personality on PBS documentary film, Freedom Machines; Consultant on George Lucas Educational Films documentary film, Assistive Technology: Enabling Dreams; Counselor for DO -IT Scholars Leadership Program References Sherry Sternhagen Co-worker Monique Patzer Co-worker Ronald Zubrick WDFW ADA Advisory Committee Packet Pg. 20 3.1.c y DY F.O.iG ti �G 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application .�pplicant Information -1 FullVame: Ogonowski James M Date:8/15/2022 Address: Last First I. Shwet.4ddress 4parfmmtlunit 4 Edmonds, WA 98026 Cite Phone: Stare ZIP Code Email Length of Residency in Edmonds: 15 years Are you a registered Voter? YeszNoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesW NoF—1 Are you able to attend daytime meetings? YesZo If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yes MN, o TB D Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? b. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the follo Mng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.petersong:edmondswa.gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 21 James M. Ogonowski 3.1.c Supplemental Questions 1. What is your volunteer experience? a. Volunteer firefighter (3 summers) b. Little league baseball coach (5 years) C. Youth basketball coach (3 years) d. YMCA Dads and Daughters den leader (2 years) e. Professional journal technical reviewer (1 year) f. Edmonds Citizens' Housing Commissioner (1 % years) g. Adjunct sounding board for City Council members (current) Each experience has been fulfilling in different ways. 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) a. As an appointed commissioner to the Edmonds Citizens' Housing Commission, I participated in every commission and committee meeting throughout the year and a half tenure. I took the opportunity to educate myself beyond what was presented to us by staff and outside speakers/presenters. I researched housing types, zoning codes, rental rates, MFTE, HASCO, the GMA, and other topics, afterwards sharing my findings with the entire commission either through discussions or, more frequently, with written documents highlighting discoveries. While Covid hampered some of the outreach we had planned, I still personally acknowledged the comments provided by the community. From these inputs I was able to help craft our recommendations. This opportunity paved my interest in staying abreast of current city events and serving Edmonds further. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? Packet Pg. 22 3.1.c James M. Ogonowski a. Strengths i. I'm a lifelong learner, inquisitive about everything. I enjoy researching new topics to come to informed positions for decision -making. I readily share my learnings/findings with all interested parties. As a councilmember, I will apply this attribute towards being informed and prepared prior to all Council meetings. ii. I'm a problem solver by education and profession. As such, I know the value of collaboration in tackling difficult issues. And having the difficult conversations and asking the probing questions necessary to be able to understand all sides of a problem is a prerequisite. The best solutions are not created in a vacuum or through siloed organizations, but rather through the integration of different perspectives and the collective knowledge of many. I'll bring my share of creative ideas to the table. iii. I have a lifetime of personal and professional experience to draw upon and share. Something only time can buy. I've led multi -cultural, multi- national teams, worked with both domestic and international customers in both the private and government sectors. I'm empathetic to the generations which will inherit what we are leaving and often try to view issues through their lens. A lens that offers a different perspective than my generation. b. Weaknesses As everyone, I have blind sides of which I'm not fully aware. However, once informed, I prioritize to overcome them with outreach and education. ii. I can be overly deliberate at times. Wanting to gain insight from all sides of an issue or argument takes time and effort. Paralysis by analysis so to speak. However, I put in the work necessary to be prepared and to meet deadlines. iii. I tend to be an introvert which requires extra energy to overcome. In this position I intend to take the opportunity to hold many public engagement events which will stretch my comfort zone. 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? a. Public safety: Assuring that our city is a safe and inviting place for our citizens, businesses and our visitors must be the number one priority of city government. I would work with our Police Department, the courts, prosecuting attorneys, public defenders, and social workers to identify what legislation could be Packet Pg. 23 3.1.c James M. Ogonowski enacted to help them protect us while not being discriminatory in nature. This is about going into the discussions eyes wide open and being pragmatic about what is happening within our city and the region at large. Engaging the public to identify options and opportunities is a must. As the saying goes, better safe than sorry. b. Comprehensive Plan update: We have a once in a decade opportunity to set the city up for success through a well thought out and vetted approach towards charting our future. I believe my experience developing plans and strategies which have transformed an industry is applicable at the civic level as well. Since my days on the Housing Commission, I have been vocal about creating a vision for our city and am now glad that others are starting to say the same. Once we know where we want to go (our vision), then the Comprehensive Plan will be the roadmap to get us there. A roadmap that balances all aspects of growth (environment, housing, business, land use, infrastructure, etc.). Not everyone will be happy with the end result, I know that, however, what I want to do is to assure that everyone who wants to be heard is heard and I'll be open for discussion along the way. c. Budgeting by priorities: Our wish list will always be larger than our resources. Through outreach and education, we need to have a dialogue with the community to prioritize how and where we spend taxpayer money. Starting with our needs, then our wants. Recognizing that we have many well intended constituencies within our community advocating for their idea/project, we need to strike an equitable balance across the city. Budgeting should also include identifying additional sources of revenue beyond just our property taxes. I would proactively seek additional revenue -generating development in the right locations across the city. Revenue from a more diversified business base. 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? a. First be an active listener to be able to make informed decisions on community identified issues. This includes listening to and working with the city administration and its employees, homeowners, renters, businesses, unions, religious organizations, county and state representatives and the various districts that serve us (school, hospital, port, fire, etc.). Further understand the issues the city faces and identify opportunities to craft legislation that can help improve the community. And answer questions or point citizens to where their questions can be addressed. Packet Pg. 24 3.1.c James M. Ogonowski b. We're fortunate to live in a great city with historical relevance, built on a solid foundation surrounded by beautiful natural resources. However, we have not fully realized our potential. I believe our city has untapped potential in our citizens. We need to bring out the best in all of us. The collective expertise, experiences and skills within the community are largely untapped. Many are just needing some encouragement, guidance, and leadership to help make a difference for the community. The Council can lead this effort. I'll do my part. c. I intend to be proactive, lead by example and take the initiative to advance ideas and get things done. Set the tone by working together as a council, with the administration, for the good of the citizens — for ALL of Edmonds. Share my thoughts, ideas, and research for all to make informed decisions. Recognizing that we're not always going to agree, but we should be able to explain our positions based on the best available knowledge and insight. Personally, I'd like to set new levels for transparency while seeking community engagement and feedback. My aim is to gain the trust of the community as quickly as possible. 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? a. Setting priorities and staying focused on developing legislation for the benefit of the community, in my opinion, is the greatest challenge our City Council faces. From my observations, the Council for many years has been largely reactive and spending too much time on nonvalue added topics in Council meetings. I would suggest that some of these topics could have been handled in committee or using other formats for public consumption, freeing time for the legislative challenges. Setting and communicating expectations would also go a long way to building trust in the process. 7. Please add any additional comments Edmonds is a wonderful city with many desirable features and yet still full of potential for improvement without jeopardizing the character of the city. This is not a broken city. The fundamentals are sound. But yes, Edmonds has some unique challenges that we are facing. Environmental, housing, infrastructure, inflation, to name a few. We need to come together as a community to develop, and ultimately accept, a vision for our future and a plan on how to get there. A future we can be proud to leave to the next generations. I believe I have a complementary and yet a unique set of skills that can be of value to both the Council and the city at large. Having led many large, multi -disciplinary projects and programs during a long career provides me with the ability to understand the challenges and to be able to provide creative solutions to complex Packet Pg. 25 James M. Ogonowski 3.1.c planning and budgeting problems. I'm an active listener and effective communicator with various audiences. Being versed in contracting with government agencies and grant applications, I know the process. My technical background should be particularly helpful as many of our important decisions will be against the backdrop of this ever-increasing, technology driven society. Finally, my values were shaped by being a son born of immigrant parents (their families fled Poland prior to WW2). My parents instilled a work ethic in us which still endures. I'm blue collar at my core. All of my success can be traced back to the education I received, starting in the Detroit public schools to receiving advanced degrees in engineering. Hence, I take providing educational opportunities for everyone, young and old, as foundational to ones being and success. I'm blessed with a wonderful wife and family and now grandkids. Life is good. I've studied hard, I've played hard, I've worked hard. Now I want to give back. I want to help. Packet Pg. 26 3.1.c August 15, 2022 James Ogonowski Edmonds, WA 98026 Edmonds City Councilmembers, First, my condolences to Councilmember Kristiana Johnson's family, friends and fellow city officials who she worked with for all of our benefit. Certainly, a void that will be hard to fill. I'm not approaching this position as a job so will spare you the professional resume which covers a 40-year career from which I retired as a Vice President of Engineering. I'm approaching this as an opportunity to use my professional and personal experiences to help the community thrive. To help work through some difficult discussions and decisions which will have ramifications for years to come. I now have the time necessary to devote to this council position. I am not affiliated with any political party, never have been and never will. I'm fiercely independent and make decisions by becoming informed about the prevailing issues. I'm fair and open-minded, ready to represent the best interest of the city and its citizens without outside influence. My goal is to be accessible to the community. To instill trust through open and honest dialogue about the opportunities we have and the decisions we need to make. Decisions based on the best available information, insight, and knowledge. I'm seeking a 'One Edmonds' vision for our future. To get there, we need to think differently. Hopefully I have conveyed enough of what I can offer to the community in my attached application. I look forward to any interview to be able to elaborate on areas in which you may have further interest. Thank you for considering what I can contribute. I trust your selection will be difficult because of a strong pool of candidates seeking this position. Sincerely, J4 es Ogon ski Packet Pg. 27 3.1.d a D ED v n 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant I1 ■ 11 . ■ Full Name: Teitzel David L Date:8/13/22 Address: Last First Street -address _3pavtmanf unit 4 Edmonds WA 98020 Ciri Phone: Length of Residency in Edmonds: 35 years Score ZIP Coda Eiiiai Are you a registered Voter? Yesz NoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesvNoF—1 Are you able to attend daytime meetings? Yes[Z]No If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yesl:]No Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional continents: Please submit the following items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions ■ You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.petersone.edmondswa.eov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 28 3.1.d 8/13/22 David L. Teitzel Responses to Supplemental Questions: City Council Position #1 1. Volunteer experience: • Board of Directors and current Vice President: Edmonds -South Snohomish 2020-2022 County Historical Society o Current chair of Edmonds Museum Summer Markets program, benefitting the Edmonds community and the Edmonds Museum operations. • Volunteer: Edmonds Food Bank/Senior Center food delivery partnership, 2019 - 2022 serving seniors in the Edmonds area with food insecurity. • Volunteer: Edmonds School District Foundation Nourishing Network 2015 - 2022 • Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary 2014 - 2021 • Commissioner: Edmonds Historical Preservation Commission 2013 — 2014 • Member of Washington State University College of Arts and Sciences Advisory (CAS) 2010 - 2015 Board o Advised the CAS dean on curriculum, student recruitment, alumni involvement. • President of Woodway Highlands Homeowners' Association (HOA) 2010 - 2013 o Solicited homeowner input and initiated complex covenant/code revisions to meet changing homeowner needs, directed HOA officer team in managing budget and homeowner complaint issues, worked with Town of Woodway to improve traffic safety in the Woodway Highlands. • Member of Woodway Beautification Committee. 2010 - 2013 o Advised the mayor and Public Works on means of maintaining and enhancing the character and aesthetics of Woodway's public spaces. • Volunteered in Childrens' Ministry. o Led church discussion groups for kids aged ten and under. 2008 - 2011 • Volunteered in providing foundation and framing work during the construction of the 2010 — 2011 Jacob's Well housing facility in Shoreline, WA for homeless mothers and their children • Sno/King youth soccer and basketball coach. 1996 - 2000 a • Volunteered as Guardian Ad Litem, working with the King County Superior Court 1998 - 2000 system to represent the interests of abused/neglected children in King County. o Served as the voice of the child in articulating to the Court a recommended course of action in the best interest of the child in Child Protective Service proceedings, particularly when the child was too young or otherwise unable to speak for himself/herself. Packet Pg. 29 8/13/22 3.1.d 2. Previous elected experience. Elected Edmonds City Councilmember Position #5 in 2014. Served as Councilmember from January 2015 through December 2019. o As an Edmonds Councilmember, served as Council liaison to: the Historic Preservation Commission, Port of Edmonds, Disability Board, Long Range Financial Planning Committee, Snohomish County Tomorrow, Affordable Housing Alliance, Puget Sound Regional Council 3. Three greatest strengths, three greatest weaknesses. Strengths: o A deep love for Edmonds and a strong desire to serve the community. o The ability to gather all relevant input around complex issues and work toward good outcomes in a collegial/respectful manner. o A solid grasp of the key issues facing Edmonds, informed by recent experience as a Councilmember and active involvement with the Edmonds community. Weaknesses: o Discomfort with partisan politics. o Sometimes am impatient. o Sometimes takes life too seriously. 4. Top three priorities for Edmonds. • Enhance the level of citizen input to the city's decision making process. We need less top down decisions and more bottom up ones, recognizing our citizens should be the drivers of our policies and tactics. • Far better integration of strategies and policies for the city. For instance, we need to square preservation of our environmental quality with increasing pressure to absorb population growth. • Enhanced public safety, including accelerated sidewalk installation/repair, ensuring first responder staffing is appropriate, ensuring policing is in alignment with public expectations, encouraging expansion of block watch programs to address the recent increase in property crimes, etc. 5. Council's role in the community. • In my opinion, Council's role is to truly listen to our constituents and then work in a collaborative manner to establish policies that best serve the hopes and dreams of those we serve. 6. Greatest challenge for City Council. City Council has an important role, and it can be difficult to act in the best interest of the city and our constituents in the face of highly vocal and well organized input from groups who may have an interest in a particular outcome. The challenge for Council is to hear the loud voices as well as the softer ones, carefully consider all the input, then decide on a course that best serves the city as a whole. 2 Packet Pg. 30 3.1.d 8/13/22 7. Until very recently, I had not considered becoming reengaged in city politics. However, I have viewed Councilmember Johnson as a colleague, mentor and friend and with her tragic passing, there is a need for a candidate to step into the breach without the need for significant start up time. I believe I can step in relatively seamlessly and serve the community well, and if appointed, will focus on continuing Councilmember Johnson's legacy of serving in a respectful, thoughtful and non -partisan manner. 3 Packet Pg. 31 3.1.d David L. Teitzel mon s, SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS A successful Public Policy and Marketing executive with an outstanding history of managing a broad range of products and public policy initiatives. Demonstrated expertise in strategic and tactical leadership. Strong ability to seek all relevant input, interact in a professional and respectful manner, synthesize complex issues and drive processes to successful outcomes. EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science, Psychology: Washington State university, 1974 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Edmonds City Councilmember, Edmonds WA 2015 — 2019 o Chaired and served on the Council Finance Committee. ■ In coordination with the city's Finance Director, led multiple financial policy updates and creation of new policies which contributed to the city's first AAA bond agency rating. o Served as Council liaison to: the Historic Preservation Commission, Port of Edmonds, Disability Board, Long Range Financial Planning Committee, Snohomish County Tomorrow, Affordable Housing Alliance, Puget Sound Regional Council a As an Edmonds resident, served on the Civic Field Master Planning Committee. Qwest Communications, Seattle WA 1998 - 2008 Staff Director, Public Policy. Retired in October 2008. • Developed complex public policy strategies and advocated on behalf of Qwest with state and federal regulatory agencies. • Effectively worked with groups of varied political leanings to resolve concerns and drive toward successful public policy outcomes. Qwest Communications, Seattle WA 1997 - 1998 Project Manager, Building Owner/Developer Group. • Based on customer input, established service relationships with multitenant property owners to create beneficial telecommunications service incentives for owners and their tenants. m U S West Dex Directories, Bellevue WA 1995 -1997 ai Market Manager, Puget Sound Region. N • Maintained and enhanced user satisfaction for U S West Dex white and yellow pages directories in the Puget Sound region by listening to customer needs and driving directory feature changes to meet those needs. ~ U S West Communications, Seattle WA 1987 -1995 0 Product Manager -Small Business Group. + Based on small business customer input, initiated service modifications and discount plans specific to the £ small business market segment. s Pacific Northwest Be11IU S West Communications, Seattle, WA 1974 -1987 a + Instal lationlRepair budgeting, results analysis, local exchange services product management. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTIINTERESTS Board of Directors and current Vice President: Edmonds -South Snohomish County 2020 - 2022 Historical Society. ❑ Current chair of Edmonds Museum Summer Markets program, benefitting Packet Pg. 32 3.1.d the Edmonds community and the Edmonds Museum operations. • Volunteer: Edmonds Food Bank/Senior Center food delivery partnership, 2019 - 2022 serving seniors in the Edmonds area with food insecurity. • Volunteer: Edmonds School District Foundation Nourishing Network 2015 - 2022 • Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary 2014 - 2021 • Commissioner: Edmonds Historical Preservation Commission 2013 — 2014 • Member of Washington State University College of Arts and Sciences Advisory (CAS) Board 2010 - 2015 o Advised the CAS dean on curriculum, student recruitment, alumni involvement. • President of Woodway Highlands Homeowners' Association (HOA) 2010 - 2013 o Solicited homeowner input and initiated complex covenant/code revisions to meet changing homeowner needs, directed HOA officer team in managing budget and homeowner complaint issues, worked with Town of Woodway to improve traffic safety in the Woodway Highlands. • Member of Woodway Beautification Committee. 2010 - 2013 o Advised the mayor and Public Works on means of maintaining and enhancing the character and aesthetics of Woodway's public spaces. • Volunteered in Mars Hill Church Childrens' Ministry. 2008 - 2011 o Led church discussion groups for kids aged ten and under. • Volunteered in providing foundation and framing work during the construction of the 2010 — 2011 Jacob's Well housing facility in Shoreline, WA for homeless mothers and their children • Sno/King youth soccer and basketball coach. 1996 - 2000 • Volunteered as Guardian Ad Litem in working with the King County Superior Court system 1988 - 2000 to represent the interests of abused/neglected children in King County. o Served as the voice of the child in articulating to the Court a recommended course of action in the best interest of the child in Child Protective Service proceedings, particularly when the child was too young or otherwise unable to speak for himself/herself. • Hobbies: skiing, hiking, sailing, motorcycling, carpentry, music, reading. 2 Packet Pg. 33 3.1.e v J 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant Full Name: Lauren Golembiewski Date:8/17/2022 Last First IV..I Address: Street -address .4partmMYunit 4 Edmonds VITA 98020 Cio Stare ZW Code Phone: Email Length of Residency in Edmonds: 30 years Are you a registered Voter? YeszNoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesW NoF Are you able to attend daytime meetings? YesZo If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yes[Z]No ❑ Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? b. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the follo Mng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.petersonff.edmondswa. gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 34 Lauren Golembiewski City Council Position No. 1 Answers to Supplemental Questions 8/17/2022 1.What is your volunteer experience? My volunteer experience is mostly centered around my children's activities. I have 2 school aged children and have routinely volunteered in their school and sports programs. Pre -pandemic I was a volunteer art docent at Seaview Elementary, planning and instructing art lessons with students. I have also held weekly volunteer positions to work with students in advanced math groups at Seaview Elementary. The pandemic impacted my ability to volunteer, I am hopeful to be back in the classroom, this upcoming school year. I have also volunteered coaching softball with Pacific Little League in the past. 2.Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? I have never served as an elected official or on a public board. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? I think my greatest strength is my resilience and resourcefulness. I list these as one strength because resiliency without being resourceful will cause you to spin your wheels and burn out. I don't give up, but at the same time I research, network, ask effective questions, and work through problems. I am not deterred easily and can stay focused on the task even when presented with roadblocks and adversity. I often tell my kids, "You can accomplish anything you want in life if you are resilient and resourceful." Another strength I have is effective communication. I currently work in construction, specializing in environmental remediation. This requires collaboration with city officials, engineers, environmental consultants, regulatory agencies, field crew, etc. I listen to understand different perspectives and communicate uniquely with each. I have learned that sometimes the best approach to effective communication is to change my communication style and ask the right questions to understand the other point of view, or information that may be new. In addition to having thoughtful in -person discussions, my written communications are concise and accessible for most readers. Finally, I would say I am a natural leader. For the past 12 years I have been the owner and manager of a successful small business. I lead with empathy, encouragement, and a positive outlook on life. I believe that a good leader can recognize the strengths and weaknesses of others and figure out the best way to utilize those skills and support the areas that need help. As for my weaknesses, I think one would be my lack of experience in politics or as a board member. This would be a new role for me, but I am adaptable and learn quickly. Along those same lines, I think it would be a new experience for me to have issues and discussions that are not resolved quickly. In construction we move fast, and often I am tasked with being the decision -maker; this role would challenge me to have more patience as we work through the decision -making process with community and professional input. Lastly, I think a weakness of mine would be lack of experience outside of Edmonds. I grew up here and have worked for my family's business for the past 20 years. While that has provided me with awesome opportunities and a lot of life experience, it has been limited to our community and the professional community I am familiar with. 4.What would be your top three priorities for our city? I think my biggest priority currently for Edmonds is infrastructure planning. I understand the challenges associated with changing regulatory goals and sometimes conflicting project objectives. While I am not an engineer, my experience in public contracting could provide a unique perspective to project evaluation. 3.1.e Packet Pg. 35 Lauren Golembiewski City Council Position No. 1 Answers to Supplemental Questions 8/17/2022 I also would rank community safety as a high priority for Edmonds. The recent gang -violence related to Edmonds School District students is concerning, and while most of these acts of violence have taken place in Lynnwood it is of great concern for Edmonds residents. I'm not sure of the solution to this problem, but I do think the City Council needs to be involved. Finally, I think that the City of Edmonds needs to make sure to provide equitable resources and opportunities for the neighborhoods outside the downtown area. These neighborhoods are seeing the greatest population increases and the need for affordable housing, transportation, and business development in these areas is very important. 5.What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? I think the City Council's role is to make decisions that are in the best interests of the community. They can do this by relying on experts at City Hall, outside consultants, as well as their own research and connection with the community. I think my role as a Council Member would be to consider all information presented and develop a decision that is objective and considerate. I also think that council members serve as a conduit to the community and should take an active role in community engagement and education. 6.What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? I think currently the biggest challenge the council faces is the 11th-hour community involvement. I have seen multiple issues get to a final vote in recent years and suddenly there are hundreds of people speaking up in opposition to the proposed action. I don't think the solution to this is quiet decision making, but rather earlier public education and involvement. I hate to see how hard City employees and council members have worked on initiatives (not to mention budget spent) to have them derailed. I am seeing the city take a more proactive approach with community engagement meetings for planned projects and I think that is great and will hopefully help this issue in the future. 7.Please add any additional comments: I just want to add how much I love our city. It is a very special place and I would be honored to be a part of its continued growth and development. 3.1.e Packet Pg. 36 3.1.e Lauren Golembiewski Edmonds, Washington 98020 August 17, 2022 Edmonds City Council 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Dear City Council, It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application for Council Position #1. Enclosed you will find my professional resume and application. I think this is a unique opportunity for someone to be involved in local government without the pressure of running an election unexperienced and could inspire some newcomers to the council such as myself. I have lived in Edmonds almost all my life: I went to Seaview Elementary, where my kids also have both attended, and then Meadowdale Middle and High School. I moved away to purchase my first townhome in Everett at age 19 but knew that I wanted to move back into Edmonds to raise my family. My husband, our 2 children and 2 goldendoodles currently live in the Seaview neighborhood I own and operate a small business that specializes in environmental remediation and civil construction. I am currently working on moving my business into the City of Edmonds by developing a parcel on 212th for a new office. My experience as a small business owner, and as a woman in construction has provided me with experience in many different disciplines. I have become a Jill -Of - All -Trades, if you will, and think that I could be a useful member of the council. I would need to maintain my role at my company but do have the flexibility to take on this opportunity as well. Overall, I just love Edmonds and think that we live in such a magical place. I would be honored to be a part of its continued growth and improvement. Thank you for your consideration, ��ZZ 10 111 Lauren Golembiewski Packet Pg. 37 3.1.e LAUREN GOLEMBIEWSKI Edmonds, Washington 98020 EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE University of Washington Glacier Environmental Services, Inc BFA, Visual Communication Design President/Owner 2010-Present Graduated 2007 Project Manager/Administrator 2003-2010 Shoreline Community College Overall management of the day-to-day operations of an environmental Applied Arts remediation construction company with an annual revenue of $5 million Transfer Degree Earned 2004 Supervision of a staff of 10-20 personnel, depending on the season VOLUNTEER Responsible for business development including creation of marketing materials, networking, and fostering new client relationships and 2015- 2020 Seaview Elementary opportunities Volunteer Art Docent Volunteer Challenge Math Teacher Estimate projects in the Public and Private sector with an average bid Classroom Support spread of less than 5% 2016-2017 Pacific Little League Project Planning including scheduling, budget tracking and estimation of Assistant Softball Coach cost to complete Project Management of large public and private projects including a mass excavation contract over $10 million PROFESSIONAL SKILLS Human Resources, including selection and administration of employee Microsoft Project benefit packages and retirement plans Microsoft Excel & Word Confident Public Speaker Recruiting, screening, interviewing and overall hiring responsibility for all Effective and Articulate new employees Communicator Maintaining banking relationships including Revolving Line of Credit PERSONAL SKILLS Manage surety relationships for bonding and liability insurance Natural Leader Prepare and negotiate claims for changes in scope or conditions Resourceful Conflict and dispute resolution between vendors, clients and regulatory Analytical Creative agencies Resilient and dedicated Detail -oriented Flower Power LLC Floral Designer 2000-2003 Worked independently in a small corner flower shop in Perrinville, creating bouquets and floral designs for weddings and special occasions. Became a manager of three other employees while in high school. a Packet Pg. 38 3.1.f `yf J�I 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant Information Full ame: D u b b u ry Eric B Date: 08/17/2022 Addi e ss: Last First 1W..I Sf-,,eefAddress AparfmantlUnit 4 Edmonds WA 98020 Cite Phone: Smte ZIP Code Emai Length of Residency in Edmonds: 22+ years Are you a registered Voter? YeszNoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesW NoF—1 Are you able to attend daytime meetings? YesZo If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yes[Z]No ❑ Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? b. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the follo Mng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.petersong:edmondswa.gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 39 3.1.f Eric B. Dubbury — Edmonds City Council Position #1 Appointment Application: Supplemental Questions 1. What is your volunteer experience? I am a firm believer that there is no limit to what can be achieved if you don't mind who gets the credit. My volunteer experience began starting in high school as a student at Edmonds Woodway High School, and has continued through to this day. I have worked with student groups like Tri-M Music Honor Society and National Honors Society. While attending the University of Southern California (USC), I was involved in volunteer projects with numerous student organizations and clubs. In the world of public policy, I have volunteered and given extensive time to helping local, county, state, and federal political campaigns, as well as working with numerous organizations in Washington, California, and in Washington D.C. 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. either in Edmonds or elsewhere? I was elected into student government while studying at USC, and was tasked with representing 15,000 students from a plethora of cultures, nations, and diverse educational, political, spiritual, and personal views. I also helped to manage, adjust, and oversee a multi- million -dollar budget while a member of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate. I also have experience working with elected and appointed officials in countless projects, elections, campaigns, lobbying efforts, and youth organizations. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? Strengths: 1. Relationship -building: I am a natural networker, relationship builder, and someone who has a genuine and true love of people. I know how to find commonalities, compromises, and drive solutions in business, in politics, and in my personal life because of this skillset. I have been in Edmonds with my family for 23 years, and the relationships that I have in this amazing city, with elected and formerly elected officials, business owners, neighbors, friends, family, work and school colleagues, are far and wide. I live and breathe Edmonds and wouldn't trade that for anything. 2. Resilience: I take pride in being a resilient individual. Working as a musician, entrepreneur, non-profit manager, Boeing employee, and sales consultant, I have Packet Pg. 40 3.1.f Eric B. Dubbury — Edmonds City Council Position #1 Appointment Application: Supplemental Questions experienced different challenges. With each challenge I have risen to the occasion to find a solution by working with others. My career has made me unbreakable. 3. Entrepreneurial Mindset/Creativity: As a jazz musician I learned the skill of improvisation. The training and experience I gained in this creative world taught me a valuable lesson: Be flexible, quick on your feet, and able to adapt and move efficiently to create something better. Weaknesses: 1. Gregariousness: My ability in public speaking and working with others is one of my greatest strengths. But I am more than happy to admit: I am a chatter box. It comes from a place of pure honesty, good intention, and love for others. 2. Candor: I have a big personality that many are familiar with. I am very comfortable speaking my mind, but I always make an effort to listen to all the viewpoints of those around me. 3. Patience: I take great joy in accomplishing things in an effective manner. At times it may be easy for me to lose sight of the importance of patience. But this is something continue to actively work on. I recognize that sometimes patience is the most critical aspect in accomplishing a large goal. 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 1. Streamline City Council Process and Reassess City Codes: We need to improve the efficiency of council, and take a pragmatic and critical look to improving the verbiage and clarity of our city codes. Through this process, the aim of our council should be to make it as easy as possible to operate businesses, live, and enjoy our beautiful city. We also must do this with a critical approach to making the financial impact of the city government on the residents, as minimal as possible. 2. Address the zoning and density conversation with a responsible and objective approach: The zoning conversation has been characterized by two extremes: Those who want change and those who don't. Most residents in Edmonds prefer to see responsible and calculated development. We must protect our green spaces, residential neighborhoods, and business district from being inappropriately knocked down by developers. People come to Edmonds because it is a jewel on the Puget Sound. A place of beauty, small-town charm, all with modern-day amenities, access, and beautiful places to call home and raise a family. This polarization between groups is unnecessary. Edmonds, like any city, will evolve with time naturally. But we must guide this process with great prudence and respect for the people and families who invest so much of their time and money into Edmonds. Packet Pg. 41 3.1.f Eric B. Dubbury — Edmonds City Council Position #1 Appointment Application: Supplemental Questions 3. Promote Unity Within City Council: There is nothing the City of Edmonds and Council cannot achieve if we are united and respectful of one another. We need to continue to foster pragmatic and effective decision making on our council. Above all, we must remember that the City Council represents the taxpayers of Edmonds. S. What do you see as vours and the Council's role in our commun The role of Edmonds City Council is to be the voice of the residents. It is to be the stewards of our city through responsible and calculated leadership. It is not to be a springboard for partisan ambition, personal agendas, or anything of the sort. 6. What do you believe to be the ereatest challenge for our Citv Council? The greatest challenge facing our council right now is maintaining a focus on Edmonds issues, and what is in the best interest of our city. We have seen a lot of time and energy invested in ideological arguments and issues that Edmonds has little or no involvement in. It is time for us to return to a focus on our city, and what we can do to continue making this the most desirable place to live for all. 7. Additional comments: I am humbled and excited to have the opportunity to be interviewed for this position, and to speak with our city council members more about the importance of what our council needs to focus on going forward. I would also like to say that the loss of Kristiana Johnson, whom I interacted with frequently over the past several years, was a massive loss for our town. Kristiana embodied a love for her city, for her neighbors and fellow residents, and committed her life to serving others. I deeply hope that whoever fills Position 1 will reflect the immense legacy of Kristiana and her love for Edmonds. Packet Pg. 42 3.1.f EPIC B DUBBURY 1- Core Abilities: Highly energetic, assertive, adaptable, and experienced leader with an entrepreneurial mindset that brings creative, efficient, and effective results. A born sales personality, with an unwavering passion for building returning business opportunities, closing deals, and scaling brands. Out-of--the-box, creative, natural networker, with an ambition to make businesses more successful through sales. Experience Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (SGWS) • Bellevue, WA 2021-Present Sales Consultant (Off -Premise). Coastal Wine & Spirits Division: Has achieved record breaking sales goals, including the largest independent sale to a liquor storeigas station for Yellow Tail in WA State history (1,020 cases of product $52,435.44 in revenue), nationally recognized and awarded displays/sales contests for Bota Box and Delicato Family Wines (DFV). Spearhead a double day survey for DFV that the 3rd generation family member and CEO, Chris lndelicato personally toured. The success of the survey helped retain one of SGWS' largest suppliers. Built relationships, managed, and grown sales opportunities within all 17 of the accounts in the territory, and have shown enormous hunger, assertiveness, and success in hitting sales goals, programs, and targets for the Coastal Division. Has had multiple months as a top three performer in revenue expectations in the Off -Premise teams, and currently sit in first place at almost 200% revenue met for the month of June 2022. Monterey Cowboy Festival (MCF) • Monterey, CA 2017-2021 Co- Executive Director: One of two directors leading a 21-year-old music festival And 501c3 non-profit organization. Successfully executed the 21' annual MCF in 2018, featuring 2 stages, 15 artists, 30 food, art, and gear vendors, and hosting almost 4,000 attendees. Capitalizes on market trends in music. Directs, schedules, fundraises, creates/manages budgets and spreadsheets, and produces the logistics and business operations for a highly respected and growing arts organization. Works with high dollar donors And sponsors to raise funds to offset the costs of $300,000-$600,000 festival budgets. Has raised six figure donation sums for the organization consistently to date. The Boeing Company • MuldlteofEverett, WA 2017-2021 Brand Specialist: Works within Corporate Communications to produce world -class tours, events, educational workshops, brand engagement and merchandise experiences for the public, and for Boeing's internal and external stakeholders, employees, customers, and allies around the globe. Helps support the Boeing marketing, sales, public relations, advertising, and merchandising teams, through extensive knowledge, presentation, promotion, and production of Boeing Brand experiences. The Institute of Flight • Mukilteo, WA 2016-2017 Visitor Service Representative: Assisted with operations at the Future of Flight Aviation Center; Responsibilities included ticketing, customer and technical support, information management, operating simulator, promoting sales, and voluntarily increasing donations through assertive fundraising. Exceeded all-time fundraising records within job position. Interacted with 1,000-2,000 customers daily from 50+ countries. American Federation of Musicians, Local 47 • Los Angeles, CA 2015-2016 Communications & Administrative Intern: Worked with a 6,000+ member union and notable Hallywood leadership on union contracts, outreach programming, voting, membership issues, and marketing. Assisted with a multi -million -dollar real estate sale and purchase for union. Worked directly with union leadership and entertainrnent executives. University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA 2015-2016 Undergraduate Student Government Senator: Helped create and manage a $2 million budget, represented 18,000 undergraduate students, and worked alongside other departments and top university administration on a wide variety of campus programs, activities, and issues. Collaborated with senior university leadership on a regular basis to advance initiatives and resolve campus issues. Pacific Northwest Real Estate Holdings (PNWREH), LLC • Edmonds, WA 2013-2015 Associate Property Manager: Assisted PresidentlOwner of PNWRE. Processed violation letters, managed Home Owner Association (HOA) accounts and meetings. Reviewed monthly financials, interacted with vendors, and assisted in maintenance for 25 HOA and condo properties. Addressed concerns and needs of vendors, tenants, and property owners. Helped shop and acquire contractors for maintenance and capital projects for properties. Education University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA 2016 Bachelor of Science: Music Industry, Tvhnor: Jazz Studies, Thornton School of Music & Marshall School of Business a Packet Pg. 43 3.1.g �0 eD4 1 - t4 4C, SLECP 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment— Position #1 Application Applicant.r Full Name: r1 c'ryl y 1 bi IJ II C� I V' Date. �k Las4 Address First Sire el Address 1lpartrve►v7IR it # G—DA40A)nS YVA gS62-6 City State ZIP C'od� Phone: Bntai] Length of Residency in Fdmonds: Are you a registered Voter? No Are you able to attend evening meetings? ye No Are you able to attend daytime meetings? No If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Ye No SupplementalQuestions Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each gage. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public hoards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere'? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and tree of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role tin our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7_ Please add any additional comments: Instructions Please submit the fullow3ng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:60 p.m. d"Mne: Application+ Supplemental Via email: btcniQ. t&ll01ta %'11.1--O� Questions Via delivery: To 1st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office --121 Sth You may submit a cover letter Avenue No tb, Edmonds WA 99020 You may submit a resume Packet Pg. 44 3.1.g Edmonds City Council Position #1 Application Responses Elizabeth Fleming Email: Flemingbird@gmai!.com I. What is your volunteer experience? GENERAL: Nordstrom/ United Way Annual Day of Caring: harvesting of vegetables for Snohomish County Food Banks; 2013-2017 Plymouth Dousing, Seattle, WA. Annual Thanksgiving volunteer: prepared and delivered to designated locations in Seattle, WA; 2014-2017 Empowerment through Connection, Mill Creek, WA. "Empowering Girls of Today" program. Assisted with horse care, feeding, grooming, and general property maintenance projects. Provided consuiting services regarding Branding and Organizational mission statement and organization priorities; 2015-2017 JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) Nordstrom/IVPG Division. Fundraising & volunteer Coordinator; 2017 PAWS, Lynnwood: Companion Animal Shelter, Kennel Attendant; 2018-2020 EDMONDS: Madrona Children'sTheatre (MCT), Madrona K-85chool; 2012-2017 • MCT Back stage Tech, Costume & props support; 2012-2014 • Costume Designer for Annual Productions ofShrek (2015), Charlie & the Chocolate Factory (2016) and James & the Giant Peach (2017); responsible for over 100 costumes for each production Driftwood Players, Costume Designer; "Peter & the 5tarcatcher" Fall 2018 Driftwood Players, Costume Designer; "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder' Fall 2019 Driftwood Players, Costume Designer; "Pride & Prejudice" Spring 2020 Driftwood Players, Costume Designer; "The Mousetrap" Fall 2022 EWHS Class of 2020 Grad Night Planning Committee, Secretary; 2019-2020 Earth Day/Edmonds Beach Clean-up; 2021 Edmonds Marsh Restoration Project; 2022 {just joined!) Packet Pg. 45 3.1.g Z. Have you previously served as an elected official or have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc., in either Edmonds or elsewhere? No. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? I will start with my "opportunities for growth" (which is how we addressed the concept of "weaknesses" at Nordstrom). • Self-reliance. I have actively worked on this over the course of my career and understand that it is not a sign of weakness to ask for help. I truly enjoy mentoring others and understand the value in welcoming a mentor for myself. I find that I have been more successful in modifying this behavior in my professional life than in my personal life, which I continue to work on. • Knowledge base for this role. A Civic government role being a new endeavor for me, will require a rapid ramping up on knowledge_ i will need to learn the technical tools of the role to become more familiar and versed on code, while also expanding my understanding of the legislative and council meeting process and protocols, including Roberts Rules of Order. In addition, I will need to become familiar with the organizational structure of the administrative hierarchy the city departments. I have been participating and attending Council Meetings regularly in the past 1 years and have learned the basics but applying them to real life is next level. • Corn petitive to a fault with myself. As I fill out this application, I am questioning myself —am I crazy? I have had battles with self- doubt in the process but have not turned back. This is the last portion/item I am filling out, as a matter of fact, because I could not quite decide what to write. After completing the rest of the application, I realized the inner struggle that I experienced throughout, and mainly it was because of a voice in my head that was saying "Are you sure about this?" I imagine some applicants feel similarly_ I dug in deep to identify why that is and my conclusion is that I am highly competitive with myself. I do not lice to fail. In fact, it can he said that I will do whatever it takes to avoid failure. Good or had, that is the case. I know that I will work hard and do the work necessary to excel —it will not be immediate, obviously, but I will always be applying myself to learn more, gather information, and be the best in the role that I can be. Packet Pg. 46 3.1.g My top three strengths: Effective collaborator and team -builder. I enjoy and excel at supporting the coordination of multi -faceted organizational teams that are working toward a common goal. My experience in managing a diverse team of creative, technical, and financial work streams has developed my ability to manage cross -functional projects and build effective and happy teams. 1 believe this skillset would be an advantage for me while working in the multi -functional and cross -divisional atmosphere that Council operates within. Respectful dialogue, an open mind to different viewpoints and a collaborative energy are ways to move forward in an effective way and will serve the community well. ■ Balanced approach: Analytical and Creative I make data -informed decisions and balance them against higher level strategies to drive strategically balanced outcomes. I am both open-minded and critical in the consideration of input and data. I excel in balancing projects and strategies that entail both "science and art." When I say art, I mean open -spaced creative ideation that comes from a 30,040-'Foot perspective and could encompass consideration of broader impacts. • Customer -obsessed During my 27-year career at Nordstrom, we were hard -wired to be obsessed with our customers. As a merchant we were constantly studying the customer and seeking out feedback to understand their needs and purchasing priorities. I believe this would be of great use to me in the role of Councilperson with the community members atthe top of the Organizational Chart, and as such they are the customer to whom the Council answers. I feel that finding new methods of outreach to the community is an opportunity for our Council. To promote awareness, encourage engagement and gather community feedback, there needs to be a more targeted focus on new approaches for the Council_ Town Halt meetings, face-to-face discussion groups, and recurring outreach events that are specifically geared toward and occur within the sub -areas of Edmonds are perhaps some ways to hear from all areas and demographic groups of the community_ I am not in support of utilizing community representatives or weighting input from any select group in our community. We must instead find a way to gather the input across all demographics and sub -areas in a Constitutionally -sound way. Packet Pg. 47 3.1.g 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? Public Safety Ensuring the safety of the community, promoting a healthy and vibrant economic environment, and being responsible stewards of the land are, in my view, some of the top deliverables as a Councilmember. Ensuring the safety of the public is the bedrock on which the city is built and as such, I am a strong supporter of the Police Department and in enforcing the laws that ensure a Safe environment for the whole community. We have clearly seen a shift in the way our community feels about their personal safety since the legislative reforms passed in Olympia in the past year or two. While there was some opportunity to strengthen the accountability of Law Enforcement, the legislation went beyond the scope needed, in my opinion, and served to embolden criminals and reduce the ability of Law Enforcement to perform their jobs effectively, putting the law-abiding community at risk. Edmonds did not reduce their PD force, but crime rates and frequency have gone up as criminals have figured out that the laws are not as strict or even enforceable. I live close to the Hwy 99JI04 interchange only blocks from the new Police Department outpost in the Safeway shopping center, so I am personally aware of the recurring incidents in that shopping center. I recently witnessed a female dressed in scant boudoir -like clothing on the Hwy 99/220th intersection. She was under the influence of something and was standing on the Shoreline side, but this is a key entrance to our city, and it really concerned me. I support the idea of adding Police Officer personnel presence to the Hwy 99 outpost location. With the Hwy 99 revitalization project in flux, the Edmonds Police Department should have a presence to support the community where much of the crime occurs, while the Downtown presence remains unchanged. Public Safety also includes addressing the Drug Addiction and Homelessness issue. The safety of those who are suffering from addiction or housing insecurity homelessness deserve to live in safety as well_ I feel that a program that offers transitional housing but afso requires treatment for drug addiction and then participation in job training would be welcomed by our community. Edmonds is a compassionate community. Giving people the stability and the tools needed to reestablish their health and to be successfully self-reliant is as compassionate as it gets in my book. Lastly, the last few years of living through the pandemic have taken a huge toll on our youth. My daughter, who is now 20, was the first year of students who missed the important milestones (Prom, Graduation Ceremony, Grad Night) is still trying to recover from the massive disruption to her life -trajectory because cf the pandemic. The Opioid crisis in our country adds to the threat that the younger generations currently face. Deadly Fentanyl is flowing over our borders and being dispersed in counterfeit pills making it undetectable. Mental health issues such as depression and social anxiety have become commonplace. I feel that thisthreat falls under the Public Safety umbrella. A concerted Youth Awareness and Education on Opioid and Drug Addiction in Edmonds is needed. Using Edmonds' special Creative District designation could have a prong that is youth -focused to encourage artistic engagement and could work on s❑ many levels (more ideas on this during my interview, perhaps), to provide our youth with a destination for art therapy and self-expression, while enhancing the community and the economy. Packet Pg. 48 3.1.g • Managing housing growth and its impact on our Environment The newest GMA projects that Edmonds' population will be close to 55 mil} -ion by 2044, an increase of 13,000 people, and according to current projections, Edmonds is falling short of providing the additional housing needed by about 4,000 people. Edmonds has always met their growth goals and are currently on track to prior growth targets but this new GMA, which must be built into the Comp Plan and approved by council by the end of 2024, poses a real challenge for the city of Edmonds an several levels. For one, our stormwater infrastructure is at critical mass. we have aging stormwater pipes as well as investments needed toward existing stormwater management strategies that were executed in prior years and have now become liabilities, such as the ?errinville Creek Watershed and Talbot detention system. In addition, we share our stormwater management facilities with other neighboring cities and are at full capacity as it stands. How will Edmonds address the infrastructure shortfalls in stormwater and waste management while supporting the aggressive GMA goals for housing development AND be the best stewards of this beautiful land? Could we request "Small City" status to reduce the pressure of housing growth by the new GMA? i understand this would impact the transportation funding the city would receive, which seems to me to be an extortion -play, but the community could be asked how they feel about it, what their priorities are and whether this should be considered. The Edmonds Bowl is a critical land feature for the Puget Sound and the Edmonds Marsh, both of which are suffering because of our stormwater management issues. There are funds flowing from the Federal Government related to Green Causes/Climate Change. The council, by way of annual budgeting, can influence funds toward projects that will directly support Edmonds' unique environmental considerations. I believe that these funds could be leveraged more effectively than they were in 2021 when the City purchased an entire new fleet of electric cars in one year, rather than to divert a portion of the funds toward a broader marsh Strategy, which is currently a volunteer -driven endeavor. It was great to seethe Marsh project moved to the PROS plan to ensure more focus on rehabilitation. I have recently started to volunteer with Joe 5cordino in the marsh restoration and clean up. 1 had an opportunity to "pick his brain" and learned so much in just an hour. Joe is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Edmonds' unique land features, stormwater, creeks, and the negative impacts that all of this has on the Marsh, the viability of salmon, and the Puget Sound. I feel that we should be leveraging and enlisting those in our community that have such broad and historical knowledge when formulating a strategy to address growth and the environment. He knows, cares, and loves this city and that to me, is as useful to developing a great strategy than any outside consultant report. We are s❑ lucky to have Joe Scordino—he is truly a gem! Tree code has been improved, but do they effectively deter developers from removing trees? Trees are nature's stormwater processors, and yet we continue to allow more and more of them to be removed with new development projects while holding private property owners to the same rules, even though the playing field is not even {potentially stepping on their Packet Pg. 49 3.1.g Constitutional rights). Our codes require grading standards that I believe ultimately result in more trees than necessary to be removed by developers. It is estimated that one older, large tree can process 7000 gallons of storm water annually. Multiply that by 20 trees on one sub plat division project and we have lost the ability to process close to 140,000 gallons of stormwater per year, multiply that by 20 development projects, and now we have eliminated then at ura I ability to process 2.8 million gallons of stormwater per year! How can this be overlooked? We can, and likely are, trying to focus a large amount of the housing growth on the Hwy 99 corridor, but does zoning support the maximization of this idea? There are many development projects in play in the areas that are adjacent to the 99 corridor along the 104 where I have resided for the past 15 years. Noise levels and loss of ecosystems are already noticeable- it is alarming. Between now and 2044, we will need to house 13,000 more people in Edmonds, and to do so without destroying the land of which we are the stewards, we must take a holistic and carefully thought-out approach to all the connecting issues: housing, infrastructure, the environment. if we do not, the outcome will likely be disastrous. We talk about the need for "affordable housing" and yet we do not deliver this to the community in a meaningful way based on the current MTFE arrangements that ultimately shifts the tax bill to the community, adding more complexity to the development of an all - encompassing holistically grounded strategy. This is a multi -pronged issue, no doubt. But if we do not declare the vision and identify our "North Star" and just piecemeal this in a siloed fashion, we will have an impending environmental catastrophe. Would the Council creating an Annual Legislative Agenda clarify the vision for the community? A Comprehensive Plan and fiscally responsible budget that prioritizes infrastructure and environmental conservation investment. The Comprehensive Plan should be informed by all voices in our community and so, the outreach topic mentioned above is in play. Through the budgeting process, the council should require full presentation for the intended use of funds wherever there are ambiguities. A full and comprehensive data -informed presentations to the Council that proves the connective tissue between the various priorities should be required prior to approval to release the funds. If the project does not align directly with the over -arching goals, it should not be approved until it does. This is not easy work, but it is required to achieve the best outcomes. We should not have any slush fund line items in the budget- let us make every dollar count. An additional area of focus in the Comp Plan approval should be to ensure that Code are cleaned up. Without clearand accurate written code, the Council is not able to deliver on their promise of good governance to their constituency. The Council approved an FTE Code Writer years ago but have never hired into the role. We have many code issues that need to be addressed and the longer this is put off, the bigger the problem becomes and passing more laws based on inaccurately written existing codes is a recipe for disaster and can potentially expose the City to Packet Pg. 50 3.1.g liability. in addition, code related to zoning &development, particularly in the Downtown Business District must be fine-tuned. For example, to ensure that 6D2 Downtown Mixed Commercial properties are protected for intended use and not approved for BD4 development. 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? • To serve the community by being "community -obsessed" to address the concerns and priorities of those the Council represents and who sit at the top of the City's Organizational Chart. • To enhance the lives of the community, support stewardship of the land and environment, to pass fiscally responsible budgets and to defend the Constitution. • To act transparently, display integrity, and practice ethical behavior, consistently. Engaging in respectful discussion and debate that aligns with the Council's Code of Conduct and Ethics. To respect decorum and to derive effective solution. • To publicly acknowledge individual accountability when/if this mark is missed by a Councilmember. • Approving fiscally responsible budgets that are clear and transparent to the constituency and that address and align with a bigger over -arching strategy for the citythat are supported by the community. 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? The role of a City Councilperson is very robust, and it requires more than 20 hours/week of commitment by Council Members which I appreciate. I recognize and value all the hard work and the time commitment each councitmernber delivers to the Edmonds community. I believe the Council cannot function effectively unless they have the confidence and trust of those they serve. Although current City Council has begun to re-establish the trust that was unfortunately damaged by previous Councilmembers, this process will take time and consistency. Regardless of which political party the mayor aligns with, the Council is the legislative body and with this important responsibility it must adhere to guardrails that will maintain a position of political neutrality, defend the Constitution, act in the best interest of the entire community, and address issues that fall within its purview. This, done with open dialogue, integrity and transparency will rebuild trust and create solid ground for the community and for Council to work from. I believe the greatest challenge our City Council faces is to focus on approaching their duties as a balanced legislative body that has meaningful debate, respect for one another, and to avoid grandstanding or making politicized statements that only serve to derail and divide the Conversation and community. This will require an individual commitment by each Councilmember as well as the Council as a group committing, to be successful. I believe this will lead to a more productive Council! Packet Pg. 51 3.1.g 7. Please add any additional comments First, i would like to respectfully acknowledge Councilmember Kristiana Johnson for her dedication and long service to the community of Edmonds, and her passing was an enormous loss to our city. She brought wisdom, dignity and respect to the role and really listened to her constituency. Kristiana was not afraid to push back and ask the tough questions, relying on her experience and strong ethical core to guide her. She showed grace under difficult situations and her leadership and natural kindness are deeply m issed. i would work every day to do honor to her legacy, if given the opportunity. I also want to share some background related to my strong support and passion for the arts. My love of theatre and performance art was nurtured by my parents. I grew up in a rural town in the state of mew York, about an hour from NYC, and my dad owned his own hairdressing salon in Manhattan. As kids, my siblings and I were fortunate to be exposed regularly to the buzzing energy of New York City and all that it offered. Broadway plays and musicals, amazing museums, and broad range of diverse viewpoints and expression. For much of my younger life, although I participated in synchronized swimming and modern dance, I always considered myself as a fly on the wall, just lucky to be in the presence of people who were much more talented than myself. I have always had a strong appreciation of the talents and creativity of others. When I graduated from college and took the job in the Money Market, i was feeling unsatisfied with my career -life and decided to pursue a buying job with Nordstrom where I had been buying my personal work attire at the lime. I started as a saiesperson, and I eventually worked my up to Buying role which I found a perfect balance of art & science. At that time in Nordstrom's timeline (1994) there were very few systems in place so to analyze sales and make decisions I would have to create the reports on my own, which I did_ I thrived in this very entrepreneurial atmosphere, eventually moved into the Private Label Division in 2009, where I really hit my stride. Working with and supporting creative individuals (designers) was my dream come true. I was still the sciencelart person, and they brought the creative magic. During that same time, my daughter was attending Madrona K-8 and I was trying to get her involved with the arts as she had shown promise and interest. I thought that theatre could he a great outlet for her so we started voiunteering behind the scenes to see if she would be interested. She loved the atmosphere and took on acting and Tech roles. When there was an opening for a costume designer at Madrona Children`s Theatre (MCT), 1 quietly whispered, "I might be able to give it a try?" and I was immediately confirmed in the role (because I was the only volunteer). Honestly, I was sick to my stomach —I had never done it before except for my own personal passion for Halloween, creating my own costumes— and I was experiencing huge self-doubt. I forged ahead and with the support of an amazing Director and Production Team, I successfully costumed fifty kids in two different casts of "5hrek." My work was met with very positive and kind responses from the Madrona community, and I was humbled. After 2 more years of costuming for MCT my daughter was already in High School, and It was time for me to pass the torch. I figured that I had had my "truly creative moment" and that my costume design experiences were over, until a former Producer at MCTapproached me to costume a play for the Driftwood Players. Repeat: sick-feei'ing, self-doubt, but I decided to meet with the Director, and I was given the opportunity to design costumes for "Peter & the Star Catcher." Another level completely, 1 learned as I went. Through hard work and a huge emotional investment beyond anything had ever experienced, it was a success! Since then, ! have costumed two additional musicals for Driftwood, have received regional recognition, and am currently costuming the Driftwood Players Packet Pg. 52 3.1.g production of the piay "The Mousetrap" for their Fall 2022 season opener on September 1-V' [shameless plug). The lesson for me is this: I have the same self-doubt and the sick -to -my -stomach feeling at times as I filled out this application, but I must trust my instincts —I feel compelled because I truly love Edmonds and want to serve. I am confident that I can do the work to educate myself to perform the very important and strenuous task of filling Council Position #1 because I am fully committed to Edmonds and its residents. 1 am excited, ready to take on this endeavor, and humbled by the opportunity to apply - Thank you for your time and consideration! Seth Fleming Packet Pg. 53 3.1.g Elizabeth P Fleming Edmonds, WA 98026 August 17,2022 Dear Council Members, Thank you for your consideration of my application for Edmonds City Council Position H1. I am both saddened and humbled that the circumstances that surround this process and will be thinking of Kristiana as we go through this process. She was an amazing leader and a fierce advocate for the community she loved, and I hope to have the opportunity to follow in her path. Thank you, Beth Fleming Packet Pg. 54 3.1.g Elizabeth Fleming CONTACT I PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY I • Conscientious Manager well -versed in guiding operations and motivating team members by defining and communicating clear vision and strategy to convey Edmonds, WA 98026 expectations. Holds team members accountable to drive results and remove barriers and obstacles. Cultivates continuous process improvement and demonstrates SKILLS flexible leadership style to foster team member Employee training and engagement. development Process improvements Cross -functional team EXPERIENCE management The Flemingbird Group, LLC, Founder/Owner 5trategize business plans EDMOND5, WA - Jun 2018 - Current Team building and Consultant: Brand building, eCommerce Sales, Product leadership Development, Merchandising, & Business Strategy. Research market trends Currently Acting Director of Sales & Merchandising at Purchasing strategy Stylebuy, Inc. for Gibson Look Brand. development Problem -salving Driftwood PLayers/Wade James Theatre, Costume Designer Collaboration EDMONDS, WA - Sep 2015 - Aug 2019 Peter & the Starcatcher 2018, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder 2019, Pride & Prejudice 2020 EDUCATION University of California, San Nordstrom, Inc, Merchant Leader across multiple businesses Diego Bachelor of Arts Seattle, WA - Apr 1992 - Jul 2018 Multi -channel National Buyer, Contemporary /tbd Economics Department ; Feb 2010-Aug 2013 La Jolla, CA Sr Product Merchandiser, Nordstrom Product Group, YC/Junior; Jan 2008-Feb 2010 PRONOUNS National Merchandise Manager, Women's Apparel/POV She/Her Department; Jan 2007- Jan 2008 Divisional Merchandise Manager, Women's Apparel/POV Department; Jan 2006- Jan 2007 Southern California Buyer, Contemporaryjtbd Department; Mar 20C1-Jan 2006 Sales, Regional merchandiser, Assistant Buyer, Sales Associate; April 1992-Feb 2001 Nordstrom, Inc, Brand Manager, Nordstrom Product Packet Pg. 55 3.1.g Elizabeth P. Fleming Edmonds, WA 98026 28 years merchant multi -channel retail experience in the women's apparel business; brick 8 mortar+ eCmmmerce channels and delivered strong results with exceptional metrics that met or exceeded plan Strategic_ ability to take high level strategic goals and distill them into distinct actions with attention to both micro -and macro -level considerations by analyzing and interpreting data • Effective communicator & Collaborator: I have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy collaborating • Broad bandwidth: I am comfortable with multiple projects at once and managing through ambiguity Team Building: I am experienced in mentoring high-performance teams and helping to grow talent EXPERIENCE: THE FLEMINGBIRD GROUP, LLC June 2018-present Founder & Sole proprietor of a Product and Branding Consulting Business; working with Women's Brand Grbsonfook as Acting Director of Merchandising & Sales; oversee trend direction, collaborate with Design Team and Production team in Los Angeles to create product for the E-Commerce site. During my work with Gibsonlook, the business has doubled; $10M volume sales (during the Pandemic!) NORDSTROM, INC; Seattle, WA Brand Manager; Nordstrom Product Group Aug 2013- Jan 2018 Responsible for $1 DOM business for "Zella" women's Active private label brand Developed and executed a comprehensive Brand strategy that incorporated focus an customer priorities, exclusive & oompelling technical product, marketing strategy, refreshed branding, and financial deliverables. Collaborated successfully with Cross -functional partners; marketing, supply chain, and retail partners in development of Brand strategies and executable in -season plans that aligned with customer needs. Provided financial strategies that delivered all time high volume and profit results while managing budget and expenses, travel, and team development. Coached team of 6 Designers, 4 Merchandisers, 4 Product Developers, 3 Technical Designers Multi -Channel Buyer, Women's Trend & Denim Feb 2010- July 2013 Responsible for $100M Contemporary Apparel business; delivered exceptional results in bath top and bottom -line metrics for multi -channel business negotiated profitability and secured exclusive product_ Managed and lead a high-performance team of 8 merchants Product Merchandiser, Nordstrom Product Group Jars 2008- Feb 2010 Sales and Merchandiser for 5 private label brands in product development and collaborated closely with the design learn and multi -team retail partners to secure product and align on customer needs National Merchandise Manager, P.O. V. Feb 2007- Dec 2008 Responsible for $275M Point of View Women's Apparel business; managed team of 25 people. Managed budgets and expenses, drove both bottom and top -line metrics, profitability and Margin agreements on behalf of the Company with National Brands. Participated in Consumer Research projects to better address customer needs Various Merchant Roles Apr 1992-Jan 2006 Buyer, Regional Merchandiser, Asst Buyer, Department Manager, Studio Services Manager LASSER MARSHALUTULLET & TOKYO; Los Angeles, CA 1988 - 1992 Motley Market Broker International Market: Overnight to 10-yr Bank Loans; SWAP market EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of California, San Diego, 1984 Packet Pg. 56 3.1.h ED 4 p 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment— Position #1 Application Applicant Information Full Name: Pence Roger D. Date: Aug. 18, 2022 Last Address: Street Address Edmonds city Phone: First Email I. 901 Apartmant/Unit 4 WA 98026 State ZIP Code Length of Residency in Edmonds: Six years Are you a registered Voter? Yesz NoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesR NoF-1 Are you able to attend daytime meetings? Yes[ZINo If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? YesZNo ❑ Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? b. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the folloizng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Viaemail: beckie.petersone:edmondsw.a.gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 57 3.1.h Application of Roger Pence — My volunteer experience: In Edmonds, I am a board member of the Edmonds Civic Roundtable and also a member of their Program Committee. I was a member of the citizen committee that helped design the recently -unveiled Welcome sign on 5th Avenue at Edmonds Way. In Seattle, I was a community activist for three decades, including service as president of the Wallingford Community Council and of the North Beacon Hill Council. On Beacon Hill, I lead a city -funded neighborhood planning project, one that successfully engaged a cross-section of people in that very diverse community. I remember one city official remarking to me how our public meetings were so much more diverse than the city's public meetings in our neighborhood. Our North Beacon Hill planning project became one of the models for mayor Norm Rice's neighborhood planning initiative, and his planning for "urban villages." Service as an elected or appointed official: In Edmonds, mayor Earling appointed me to the Planning Board. My colleagues elected me vice chair for this year.. In Seattle, mayor Wes Uhlman appointed me to the Charter Review Committee, whose mission was to develop and propose amendments to the WW2 -era weak -mayor city charter. I am a former Precinct Committee Officer (Democrat). Strengths and weaknesses: My strengths include a passion for our work in city government. As a student of political science, my focus has always been on local government— the level of government closest to the people. This work may seem boring to some, but it's important that we work hard to get things right. Edmonds' future depends on it. I'm fundamentally a happy person, and I bring positive energy to the table. I enjoy discussing and debating matters of public policy, and I stay focused on the issues and not the personalities. My experience includes working with groups of people from different ethnic and economic backgrounds. These often include people reluctant to speak, folks who may feel intimidated or somehow diminished by the discussion. I always make it a practice to ask, to encourage the reluctant ones to talk with us, how their words are important to the work of the group. My weaknesses include I've been a part of the Edmonds community only six years. I make up for that by absorbing as much as I can from people with longer experience in Edmonds and with good memories. Packet Pg. 58 3.1.h In my retirement, without professional responsibilities to manage, my focus can get diverted to new things before finishing current projects. I'm a late adopter of new technologies, even when they could be helpful to me. I was the last person in my group to give up my flip phone for a smart phone. Top 3 priorities for Edmonds: First, let's work on creating a culture of what I call One Edmonds. The City of Edmonds is more than just the Bowl; we're not just the Bowl and everywhere else. When we're working the budget, let's always be thinking city-wide, bringing an equitable distribution of facilities and services to our citizens. Second is improving civic engagement, what I like to call advancing the civic conversation. This includes outreach and inclusion of voices we don't hear enough of, especially people of color and with lower incomes. Third is the development of our new Comprehensive Plan. This should be a roadmap of the way forward for the City of Edmonds. It should be as close as possible to a community consensus. And it should be a living document that influences decision - making, not a dusty volume lost on a shelf in City Hall. Roles in the community: City Council is the legislative authority in city government, and as such it is the voice of the people. City council decision -making should be influenced by what the people of Edmonds would decide if they had access to all the information that we do. As to my role, I'll be accessible and responsive to our constituents. I'll respond to phone calls and emails quickly and with candor. I enjoy talking public policy with people, whether I agree with them or not. Greatest challenge: My sense is the greatest challenge facing City Council may be improving interpersonal relations on the dais. All relationships among our elected officials should be professional and cordial, even friendly. We're all working towards the same ends— responding to the inputs and needs of our fellow citizens, and making Edmonds a better place to live, work, play, and do business. Packet Pg. 59 3.1.h Dear City Council friends, With a heavy heart, I'm submitting my application to fill the vacancy created by the sad and untimely death of our friend Kristiana Johnson. At the end of the process to fill the last vacancy appointment, councilmembers asked us, the other applicants to stay involved in Edmonds city government. That I have done In addition to my service on Planning Board, I've followed the work of this council closely. I've attended many if not most of your meetings. I've attended your retreats and your training sessions, even your monthly committee meetings. It's a cliche to say a well -prepared candidate can "hit the ground running," and that might apply in my case, but I believe a better assessment may simply be that my learning curve could be short. There are a couple of areas where I could add strength to this council, on planning and transportation matters, and also on civic engagement. I try to cover those in this application packet. I look forward to discussing my capabilities in an interview. Thank you -Roger Pence - Packet Pg. 60 3.1.h Roger Pence, Resume Highlights Military Service During the Vietnam War, I was an Army sergeant serving a 3-year tour of duty in the Pentagon. I was a communications center specialist in the headquarters of the Special Security Group, an ultra -secure world-wide communications network. We handled top secret codeword documents and Eyes Only messages for Army officers of the highest ranks. This was a 24/7/365 operation, and I was the NCOIC during overnight hours. Education I earned a BA in Political Science at the University of Washington, with areas of minor concentration in economics and urban planning. I also did a couple years at the Seattle University Institute of Public Service, mostly classes in public administration and project management (no degree). Seattle Metro For seven years, I was transit planner working on service development (bus route planning) and capital projects. I was the project manager for the site selection and preliminary design phases of the original Bellevue Transit Center. In those days, transit planners did their own community outreach work, communicating with transit riders and project neighbors to identify and solve problems. Sound Transit I did community engagement work during the design and construction phases of the Link light rail project. I worked the segments in SODO, SE Seattle, and Tukwila. This was an enormous project with huge impacts on local communities, and successful community involvement work was essential to allow the project to move forward successfully. After 12 years of service, I retired in 2013. Packet Pg. 61 3.1.i v J 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant Information I Full Name: ❑otSch, Michelle M. Date:08/18122 Address: L ast StweefAddress AparfmantlUnit 4 Edmonds DIVA 98028 Cite Score ZIP Code Phone: Emai Length of Residency in Edmonds: 22 years Are you a registered Voter? YeszNoF� Are you able to attend evening meetings? yesW NoF Are you able to attend daytime meetings? YesZo If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yes[Z]No ❑ Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Please submit the follo Mng items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p.m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter ■ You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.petersonff.edmondswa. gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council Office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 62 3.1.i 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application from Michelle Dotsch 1. What is your volunteer experience? • As a dentist, I volunteered to provide low-income children's dental screenings at the Seattle Center for Children's Dental Health Month, giving kids and their parents or caregivers advice on how to prevent cavities and improve their oral health. • 1 participated at Shorewood High School's Career Day, as well as opened my dental practice for students who were interested to shadow different job positions within the practice. • 1 created a program for Children's Dental Health Month to present to local day care centers, with fun presentations and prizes for the kids to improve their teeth cleaning skills and learn about the damage sugar can do to teeth. • 1 volunteered at the Chamber of Commerce Taste Edmonds event. • 1 served first as the vice-president and am now serving, since January of 2021, as the president of the Alliance of Citizens for Edmonds, a local 501(c)4 civic group. It is a volunteer organization started in 2004 that supports responsible development that respects and complements the character of our small city on the shores of Puget Sound We attempt to provide citizens with accurate information about land use activities and actions that allow them to distinguish between fact and rhetoric so they can make informed decisions and provide relevant input to our elected leaders. Finally, we promote preservation of the natural environment of the City of Edmonds — its streams, trees, beaches, parks, and open space. 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) While not previously having applied for or served as an elected or appointed official, I have participated in all types of City meetings over the last 5 years as an active community citizen advocate. You have seen me attend full Council meetings for years and heard me speak on a variety of city issues and at a variety of public hearings. As an example, I actively take the time to review extended agendas, agenda packets, prepare citizen comments, speak with and email elected officials and volunteer citizen members of these Boards and Commissions, attend special meetings, Council retreats, as well as the Citizen Housing Commission, Climate Action Plan, Reimagining Neighborhoods and Streets meetings and events. In my volunteer position on the Alliance of Citizens for Edmonds Board of Directors, I spend many hours attending or watching City Council, Planning Board, Economic Development Commission, Architectural Design Board, and numerous other city meetings to gain a broad overview of current issues that relate to our mission. I am responsible for developing agendas Packet Pg. 63 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application from Michelle Dotsch 3.1.i for our monthly meetings with the Board, running our monthly general membership meetings, as well as researching, speaking, and writing letters and articles to inform citizens about these pertinent issues and encourage broader citizen participation in these processes. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? Three of my greatest strengths: 1. I was born and raised in Edmonds, attending local schools until I went away to college and dental school at the University of Washington. I always wanted to come back here after obtaining my professional degree. My husband and I have lived in Edmonds, in the same general neighborhood I grew up in, for 22 years now. I have a passion for Edmonds and a desire to give back to this great community that gave me such a wonderful childhood. Now, as an adult, I cherish all that Edmonds has to offer as it grows and flourishes into a highly desirable, diverse community. 2. 1 can take a holistic framework view of an issue or challenge, then am able to drill down into the pertinent facts and resources. This process includes a desire to have a discussion with those who are directly impacted or involved in the outcome. In my dental career, if there was something that I did not understand or had never seen before, I immediately looked to find out the answers to provide a more comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options for my patients. I took over 400 hours of continuing dental education on a broad range of topics after I graduated from dental school. 3. 1 ran my own dental practice and small business in Shoreline, a block from Highway 99, for almost 25 years, including managing a variety of diverse team members and patients. My business management skills include being able to listen, learn and teach new skills. I also actively encourage and mirror healthy teamwork and have the ability to sensitively manage potential conflicts. Three of my greatest weaknesses: 1. There are times I try to do too much by taking on too many roles and responsibilities. 2. 1 can store vast amounts of information in my head and sometimes wait a bit to get it down on paper because I rely on simply recalling it. This can lead to me sometimes speaking with others as if they already have that same information, which they may not. 3. 1 am told sometimes I can be too detailed. This can be a weakness but also at times a strength. Packet Pg. 64 3.1.i 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application from Michelle Dotsch 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 1. Encourage a holistic view of information and processes. Eliminate departments or volunteer boards and commissions working in silos, where they may become limited and even ineffective in achieving their desired goals. Even discussion of plans and issues suffer when they are discussed in silos. This would also bring better transparency and community trust. Most importantly, the city needs to begin the process of updating the Edmonds city code, which currently is confusing. As is, it creates excess work and time for those trying to interpret and implement it. 2. The 2024 Comprehensive Plan update process; I advocate mindfully keeping a holistic framework as all parts intertwine. Part of this is getting as much public participation by local citizens, businesses, property owners and residents alike. It is very important to keep it a locally driven process. 3. Focus on the environmental impacts of new development, including infrastructure, livability and keep the benefits in mind of preserving our marsh, parks, green space and wildlife. As an example, Edmonds had to close our beaches on Jan. 4t" this year dues to an overflow of damaging wastewater into Puget Sound. The city and the public should be aware of what the limits on our aging infrastructure are. While we have a good plan to update it every year, the city should be transparent as to what our infrastructure can realistically handle. Our new wastewater treatment plant will be close to maximum capacity when it opens on day one. We need to consider what that mean for future development and planning. S. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? #1 is to listen, trust but verify, ask questions and create transparency in city government processes. #2 is to represent the entire community of Edmonds. This role suits me well: growing up here, knowing many people who still live here, living here as an adult for 22 years, speaking with residents at numerous events and other meetings, and now in my work with a diverse group of local ACE members, I have the ability to bring different people together and be responsible for and responsive to all Edmonds' citizens. #3 is to do my homework to be well -prepared for all meetings and presentations. #4 is to oversee the effectiveness and implementation of the programs, ordinances and processes that the Council passes. As an example, Council will pass something, and people wonder what happened to it or it gets lost or forgotten and must be brought back or redone. It Packet Pg. 65 3.1.i 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application from Michelle Dotsch is better for everyone, both in government for citizens, to have improved efficiency and oversight. #5 is to review and approve the annual budget. Keep short and long-term priorities in mind, with the basics being to run our city safely and be fiscally responsible to our taxpayers. #6 is to attend and review other committee and board meetings to keep current on their important work and discussions. 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? I believe the greatest challenge is taking in the citizen input and administration/staff information, along with fellow Councilmembers input, to make clear choices based on all input provided. Council must do this while framing decisions, long and short-term objectives, and priorities in a system framework rather than in the silo approach of each decision or project. Councilmembers work hard and should remain responsible and responsive to the citizens and residents of Edmonds. Primary in my mind is that, as a Councilmember, I am responsible for and will be responsive to the citizens and residents of Edmonds. Inclusive of this is making sure Council meetings stay focused on the basics of running our city and keeping that first in mind. Meetings should be run efficiently, clearly presenting complete information for decisions being made, and be transparent about balancing our needs versus wa nts. 7. Please add any additional comments: I understand the time to be ready for this City Council position is on Day One. I recognize the importance of having current knowledge of what has been going on this year so far, the necessary time commitment and hard work that is required to participate in council business for the rest of this year and all of 2023, and into the future. I keep abreast of a wide variety of city and community issues in Edmonds, not just housing and zoning. I am well -versed on most of what will be presented for the 2023 budget that is starting now. I can be engaged and participate fully right away where others may struggle with the wide range of topics and decisions to be made immediately for our constituents. Packet Pg. 66 3.1.i Michelle Dotsch, DDS Edmonds, WA 98026 Experience Shorewood Dental Center July 1994 — October 1999 After graduating from the University of Washington I practiced as an associate first with my father in his dental practice, then assumed ownership of it after he retired. I also associated 1 day a week in the city of Lakewood for 3 years after graduation for Dr. Jeffrey Files. Haag &. Dotsch October 1999 — September 2017 My husband Dr. Jay Hoag and I practiced together, changed the name of the dental practice, and ran the full operations of the practice together until retirement in September of 2017. Education University of Washington 1989 - Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology University of Washington School of Dentistry 1994 — Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Degree 400+ Hours of Continuing Education Associations American Dental Association Academy of General Dentistry American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Invisalign-Certified in Clear Braces American Academy of Oral -Systemic Health —founding member King County Dental Society Washington State Dental Society Member of Multiple Dental Study Clubs Packet Pg. 67 3.1.j 2022 Edmonds City Council Appointment — Position #1 Application Applicant Information Full Name: Petso, Lora L. Date: August 7, 2022 Address: Edmonds, WA 95020 Phone: Email: Length of Residency in Edmonds: over 25 years Are you a registered Voter? Yes Are you able to attend evening meetings? Yes Are you able to attend daytime meetings? Yes If selected, would you campaign for election to maintain your seat? Yes Supplemental Questions Please submit your answers to these questions on a separate attachment, with your name clearly labeled on each page. 1. What is your volunteer experience? 2_ Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? 7. Please add any additional comments: Instructions Please submit the following items before the Wednesday, August 17 4:00 p m. deadline: • Application + Supplemental Questions • You may submit a cover letter • You may submit a resume Via email: beckie.peterson a@edmondswa. gov Via delivery: To 1 st floor reception desk at City Hall Via US Mail: Edmonds City Council office — 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Packet Pg. 68 Petso, Lora 3.1.j 1. What is your volunteer experience? Pre-Covid my primary volunteer activity was coaching the Sherwood Chess Club, about 30 years. More recently, I am volunteering as a member of the Washington Public Works Board. 2. Have you previously served as an elected official or do you have any experience as an appointed official including public boards, commissions, committees, etc. in either Edmonds or elsewhere? (please provide details) Yes. I have over two decades of experience as an elected commissioner at Olympic View Water & Sewer District, 1995 to present. I also have nearly a decade of experience as a Edmonds City Council member, elected, re-elected, and appointed. I have served in leadership roles including committee Chair, Council President pro -temp, and Council President. The Public Works Board position in which I am presently serving is appointed by the Governor. 3. What are three of your greatest strengths and three of your greatest weaknesses? My greatest strengths as a Councilmember include experience, being present and prepared, and making decisions based on facts and community input. My greatest weakness are the same as the above strengths. A councilmember with experience, who is present, prepared, and willing to listen, is not a good "rubber stamp." Packet Pg. 69 3.1.j Petso, Lora 4. What would be your top three priorities for our city? Public safety, finances, and environment. 5. What do you see as yours and the Council's role in our community? Council should respectfully accept community input (in advance and without manipulation or prejudice), and provide policy direction to the Mayor's staff in accordance with that input and with the best interests of the City. 6. What do you believe to be the greatest challenge for our City Council? Listening, and, Avoiding the trap of thinking this is a "game". The tactics have all been around for years, stall this, pop this on an agenda without warning, sneak this one through on consent, let's get a fake "survey" to support this, etc. Perhaps the worst game playing, however, is the "I have enough votes so I can ignore your input" attitude (please see Listening, above). The majority rules, but the minority should have a real voice, and be respected. 7. Please add any additional comments: With the comprehensive plan getting a look this year, the City has an opportunity to set us up for success. I believe that my background and experience will be very useful in comprehensive plan review. Packet Pg. 70