2022-11-16 Economic Development Commission Packetf n C. 1 g9v
AGENDA
Edmonds Economic Development Commission
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
6PM — 8PM
HYBRID MEETING
The Economic Development Commission members will be meeting in person and/or remotely for this meeting.
The public may join at the physical location or join through zoom.
PHYSICAL LOCATION
Brackett Meeting Room, Edmonds City Hall — 3' Floor
12151 Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020
REMOTE MEETING/ZOOM INFORMATION:
https://zoom.us/j/98696685791 ?pwd=RvtOZj VuK3ZCNON401 RrMHZgSWpyQT09
Meeting ID: 986 9668 5791
Passcode: 901513
6:00 P.M. — Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement: "We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this place, the
Sdohobsh (Snohomish) people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since time immemorial have hunted, fished,
gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their
sacred spiritual connection with the land and water." - City Council Land Acknowledgment
Call to Order
Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences
2. Approval of Agenda
Approval of October 19, 2022, Meeting Summary
4. Audience Comments (3 minutes per person)
Discussion: Micromobility (45 minutes)
Liaison Updates (5 minutes each)
a. City Council
b. Port of Edmonds
c. Chamber of Commerce
d. Planning Board
7. Roundtable Discussion
Adjourn
Next regular meeting: December 21, 2022, 6PM
CITY OF EDMONDS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
October 19, 2022
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
Nicole Hughes, Chair
LIAISONS PRESENT:
Kevin Harris, Vice Chair
Roger Pence, Planning Board, ex-officio
Darrol Haug
Susan Paine, Councilmember, ex-officio
Jay Hoag
Ryan Crowther, Edmonds Chamber, ex-officio
Kevin Smith
David Kaufer
LIAISONS ABSENT:
Keith Hamilton
Angela Harris, Port Commissioner, ex-officio
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT:
Carrie Hulbert - excused Todd Tatum, Director CS/ED
Megan Luttrell, Program Coordinator CS/ED
Economic Development Commission meeting conducted via ZOOM and called to order by Nicole Hughes
at 6:02 p.m.
Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement
1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences: Carrie has a work conflict and is excused.
2. Approval of Agenda: Jay moved to approve the meeting summary; David seconded; motion passed.
3. Approval of September 21, 2022, Meeting Summary: Darrol moved to approve the meeting
summary; Kevin S. seconded; motion passed.
4. Audience Comments: None.
5. Economic Development Strategy Discussion: This is an opportunity for the Commission to collaborate
with Director Tatum and what the vision for the Commission and the City is going forward. Todd opens
the discussion; he notes how clear the Edmonds brand is. He's impressed with the partnerships
between the different organizations within the City and the strong community engagement efforts.
The Creative District is a strong avenue for the City to leverage at the state level. Transit and
connectivity are under a huge regional change. How is the light rail going to affect the City, it will not
only be a challenge but also an opportunity. What are the biggest issues that our region and City facing
over the next 20 years that we can work on together? Darrol pointed out that it's important to think
about what Council is focused on and how the EDC could contribute. Keith agrees that 20-year
planning is important but it's equally valuable to look at the shorter term as well, 1, S, 10-year
timeframe. David agrees with Keith. Kevin H. points out that the comp plan only has one more year
to complete the 20-year vision so there is a short-term component to it. Kevin H. would like to see
some guidance for how the EDC can contribute to the development of the comp plan. How can data
be leveraged to drive the work of the commission? Kevin H. adds the information that EDC provides
to the development of the comp plan should be supported by qualitative and quantitative data. Todd
adds that the EDC could fit into the comp plan development during the 15Y and 2nd quarter of 2023.
Kevin S. adds that the 20-year projection can focus on how to grow the business districts to make a
large impact to the job market and visit-bility. Jay continues to feel that Hwy 99 and the health district
is not being leveraged to its fullest potential; there's a lot that can be done in the corridor. Todd
mentions there's a meeting tomorrow for the Hwy 99 community renewal plan. Darrol adds there's a
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meeting Monday to present the Waterfront Study to the Civic Roundtable. Keith agrees with Jay that
Hwy 99 has a lot of opportunity. He also suggests developing goals and a plan to meet the goals. Keith
asks Susan, what could the EDC provide to Council? Susan responds to focus on the neighborhoods,
continue with development of new ideas and the pipeline as well as alternative transportation
options. Jay suggests brainstorming ways to connect Edmonds to the light rail. Susan suggests this
group work on naming the Edmonds stretch of Hwy 99. Kevin H. adds that engaging the community
to determine a name is important. Roger supports Susan's idea of naming Hwy 99. He does point out
that WSDOT would need to weigh in, as well as Lynnwood, MLT and Esperance; the commission could
kick off the effort. Kevin S. adds that branding Hwy 99 could be a project in conjunction with naming
the stretch. Darrol suggests that the EDC put support behind resurrecting the parking study for 2023.
Kevin H. inquires to the group on how they would like to get the work done. Is the current format
working or is there a change warranted? There is discussion regarding the 20-year plan vs. shorter
term goals. There is concern that 20-year plans are too far out but there's rebuttal that short term
goals play into the 20-year plan. Nicole inquires if the monthly meeting format is conducive to an
effective collaboration or does there need to be a smaller work group that meets more regularly to
be useful. Darrol mentions an email from Council President Olson who brought the notion of a
public/private partnership like McMenamins, who develops public property. Susan adds this has not
been discussed at Council. The discussion shifts to public property use and how the properties can be
used. Roger suggests a consultant study how public property can be used. What would the group like
to discuss next? Nicole asks about the e-bike project or the City facility discussion. Darrol supports
discussing a -bikes and alternative transportation options. Kevin S. asks if we will be meeting in person
going forward. Susan points out that we can meet in the hybrid model as long as there is a physical
location. Todd adds the WFC room will be going away, staff is working on another location for physical
location. Susan asks if Ryan has anything to share. Ryan introduced himself and shares that this is his
first meeting and will contribute more as he gets better acquainted with the group. Darrol mentions
that the Creative District will be updating their work plan and there could be opportunity to
collaborate. David adds that he's interested in accessibility as an economic driver for the city. The
inclusive playground at the new Civic Park will be economic draw for folks as people will head to the
park as there are not a lot of these facilities in the region.
6. Liaison Updates
a. City Council (Susan Paine) last night there was discussion about Hwy 99 and the subarea plan.
There are some things that the Lake Ballinger community is concerned about. She, Todd, and
Susan M. attended a Community Transit event today. It's budget season, send thoughts and ideas
to her. Encourages everyone to attend the community renewal event tomorrow night. Jay asks if
the light rail in Lynnwood is on track, it's about 6 months behind.
b. Port of Edmonds (Angela Harris) absent.
c. Chamber of Commerce (Ryan Crowther) shares he's in his 4tn month with the Chamber. He
started just before 41n of July. He's had his first Taste Edmonds, car show and Connect Edmonds
events. They'll round out the year with Halloween and Tree Lighting. He has been working with
Todd and looking forward to a collaboration effort with the City and partnering organizations.
He's hearing how there is a need to activate the Hwy 99 area and areas outside the bowl.
d. Planning Board (Roger Pence) there is a joint meeting with Council, currently scheduled for
November 1st. They'll focus on the road ahead versus what's been done. The road ahead focus is
on the comp plan and the rewrite of the development code. The unveiling of the draft mission
statement for the comp plan will be unveiled at Porchfest on November 5tn
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9. Roundtable Discussion: Jay, went to the Mariner game. Keith, good meeting. Darrol, announces the
Port will have a walkaround on 10/26 at 10am; the Waterfront Study will be discussed on Monday night.
Todd, he had a tour with Dept. of Commerce staff, excited about the Creative District gaining some
momentum. Kevin H. thanks everyone; he mentions that we have a student interested in the student rep
position. David, thanks everyone for their patience as he gets acquainted with the group. Kevin S.
welcomes Ryan, the Mariner game was great.
10. Adjourn at 7:56 p.m.
Next meeting: November 16, 2022, 6 PM location Zoom
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