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AGENDA
Edmonds Economic Development Commission
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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
121 5t1i Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020
REMOTE MEETING/ZOOM INFORMATION:
https://zoom.us/j/98696685791?pwd=RvtOZj VuK3ZCNON4Q 1 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
1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of January 18, 2022, Meeting Summary
4. Audience Comments (3 minutes per person)
5. Discussion: Council Member Spotlight (30 min)
6. Discussion: Micromobility (30 min)
7. Overview/Update of Comp Plan timeline (20 min)
8. Liaison Updates (5 minutes each)
a. City Council
b. Port of Edmonds
c. Chamber of Commerce
d. Planning Board
9. Roundtable Discussion
10. Adjourn
Next regular meeting: March 15, 2023, 6 PM
CITY OF EDMONDS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING
January 18, 2023
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
Nicole Hughes, Chair
Kevin Harris, Vice Chair
Darrol Haug
Jay Hoag
Kevin Smith
Keith Hamilton
David Kaufer
Carrie Hulbert
Kate Nolan — Student Representative
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT:
Vacant Seat -Mayor Appointment
LIAISONS PRESENT:
Susan Paine, Councilmember, ex-officio
David Preston, Port Commissioner, ex-officio
Ryan Crowther, Edmonds Chamber, ex-officio
LIAISONS ABSENT:
Vacant — Planning Board, ex-officio
GUEST:
STAFF PRESENT:
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 6:01 p.m.
Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement
1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences: It is recognized that the Planning Board position is
vacant.
2. Approval of Agenda: Jay moved to approve the agenda; Darrol seconded; motion passed.
3. Approval of November 16, 2022, Meeting Summary: Kevin S. moved to approve the meeting
summary; Jay seconded; motion passed.
Susan has to leave meeting early; therefore her update is moved up:
a. City Council (Susan Paine) last night at City Council there was discussion about the Boards &
Commissions, the discussion is on -going. Council Board & Commission assignments will be in Friday's
packet, she has been asked to be reassigned as she has a conflict on this night. Council did pass a
budget item to lease the Bank of America parking lot to increase parking downtown on Saturdays and
Sundays. David P. asked why we don't create paid parking lots. Susan responded that residential and
business employee parking permits have been increased. Leasing the Bank of America parking lot was
not intended to increase revenue. Darrol asked if the lack of vacancy openings posted on the website
will be addressed. Susan explained that Council is looking into this. Todd adds that there is not one
point person for all Boards & Commissions. He has a desire to pull the advertising and communication
on openings under him to oversee.
4. Audience Comments: None.
5. Discussion: EDC Positioning Discussion:
Nicole explained that this item is to brainstorm the following:
Goal: collaboratively develop our position statement/framework. What is the value of the
commission and why are we doing this work?
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Economic Development Commission
January 18, 2023
Page 1
Outcomes: Renew our understanding of our work and our commitment to it. Set our 2023
intentions.
The group will breakout in to five pairs to discuss five areas of "Who are we?", see Attachment 1.
There is a brief discussion, prior to breaking out into pairs, about what has been valuable about
the Commissions work or where improvements could happen. Susan highlighted the
neighborhood discussions and the value that has to Economic Development. Darrol spoke to the
parking discussions that have happened. Kevin H. mentions how there has been emphasis on
being seen over the past year and a half. He suggests being more intentional this year in creating
partnerships with other groups (for example, other boards and commissions or even private
sector). Kevin S. suggests encouraging economic growth in the different neighborhood districts,
how can the commission help guide the business growth. Carrie added that the group
brainstorming sessions have been effective and valuable but need to get to the recommendations
quicker.
The group broke out into pairs to discuss the "Who are we?" topics.
Diversity of experience:
David K. shares that the Diversity of Experience could be elevated through the Biz Booster and
possibly a partnership with Edmonds College. Kevin H. suggests approaching high school business
teachers to target entrepreneurs. Kevin S. suggests that each Commissioner submit an experience
statement. In the future, if there's a specific area of knowledge base or skill set the Commission
is looking to target, it would help identify Commissioners area of expertise, as well as assisting
new Commissioners familiarize with the Commission.
Demographic diversity:
Keith shares they feel the statement is well written. They determined the Commission is not
diversified. Trying to identify gaps or areas of priority could help with outreach. Carrie adds, if
open positions could be advertised in targeted ads, it could help garner interest from a more
diverse applicant pool. Nicole suggests looking into whether there is a distribution list from the
neighborhood meetups that Planning and Development held this past summer. David P. suggests
successfulness will recruit folks, goals should be to make money for the City and businesses.
Diversity of thinking:
Darrol explains that they feel the Commission does a good job of the elements in the statement.
'Do-ers':
Jay shares that time commitments and expectations per month, have been successful. It should
be clear to new Commissioners what the time expectations are. Kevin S. suggests the value of
annual retreat to focus the work plan. The annual Council report should also be calendared.
Non -partisan:
Todd likes the wording and likes that it's being called out. Economic Development is easily and
inherently non -partisan. Darrol suggests replacing the word "park", considering the civic
connotations to the word. David P. recommends making the statements more concise.
The group takes 4 minutes to reflect on page three of the attachment.
The group shares ideas they would like to see accomplished in the next year.
6. Liaison Updates:
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Economic Development Commission
January 23, 2023
Page 2
City of Edmonds — Todd Lunar New Year event will be held on Saturday, January 21St. His
department will be working on the Community Cultural Plan and the Economic Development Plan
as they are both budgeted to be updated this year. He is also working on positioning framework
for the Creative District.
b. Port of Edmonds (David Preston) the Port is actively working on the remodel Port
Administration Building. He recommends partnering with Puget Sound Express as they bring a lot
of people in to the City.
c. Chamber of Commerce (Ryan Crowther) left early.
Nicole asks the group if they would be willing to writing an experience statement. Darrol asks Nicole to
put together a framework for it. General consensus agrees.
7. Roundtable Discussion: Darrol shares that the next king tide, if it follows the predictions of global
warming, will be above the seawall. Kevin S. has his order in for Moto Pizza; read an article in Seattle Times
that the Sounder Train may be going away; interesting idea of a program where business owners can
direct part of their B&O tax to the City, Todd is looking into it. Jay had a good holiday break. Todd adds
that the City is getting electric bikes for staff, he suggests talking with Carrie about the electric bikes and
Ed! for the summer. Carrie, Ed! had a successful holiday season, they're working on Love List for the
Valentine's Day campaign; welcomes any micro -mobility discussions. Keith, go Kraken! Kate compliments
the hybrid sound quality from both sides. Kevin H. kudos to Kate for her contributions tonight.
10. Adjourn at 7:56 p.m.
Next meeting: February 15, 2023, 6 PM location Hybrid — Brackett Room & Zoom
DRAFT Meeting Summary
Economic Development Commission
January 23, 2023
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Attachment 1
2023 Citizens Economic Development Commission
Powers and Duties
The Commission is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the Mayor and City
Council, and as appropriate to other boards and commissions of the City on such matters as
may be specifically referred to the Commission by the Mayor or City Council, or on matters
independently generated by the commission, related to:
• Strategies, programs or activities intended to generate economic development and
consequently increase jobs and municipal revenue.
The Commission shall deliver an annual report to the City Council in written and oral form
during the first quarter of every year, and when appropriate, during other times as directed by
the Mayor or Council.
The commission is encouraged to work in conjunction with other boards and commissions on
proposals, recommendations, projects or activities of mutual interest, or as otherwise directed
by City Council. Similarly, the commission is encouraged to collaborate and cooperate with
other organizations, agencies or entities engaged in economic development in Edmonds.
(Edmonds City Code Chapter 10.75)
Notes
Pairs Discussion: Who are we?
The following list of qualifications and goals for candidates was created by Kevin Harris in 2022
to help guide city council members with appointment vacancies during the selection process. We
will use this list as a starting point for developing the framework of how the EDC operates.
• Diversity of experience: we value the diversity of experience in our group - including
small and large business professionals with a variety of licenses, certifications; folks from
the public and non-profit sectors, folks who work professionally across sectors, including
private, non-profit, civic, tribal, and public, retirees who have lived for years in Edmonds,
or are recent transplants.
• Demographic diversity: in every sense, including residence (different parts of Edmonds),
cultural background, ethnicity, identity and age. In particular, younger commissioners
would provide additional balance for our current commission makeup.
• Diversity of thinking: we find it's helpful to have a systems -thinking discipline, to be able
to help evaluate issues from multiple perspectives, as well as the short and longer term
intended and unintended consequences of actions, ripple effects and cause and effect
relationships. We also value folks who understand that economic development doesn't
occur in a 'bubble, but as part of the larger goals of a healthy Edmonds - including
community health, our shared environment, 'smart' growth and improving the quality of
life for all of our residents.
• 'Do-ers': We are not a think-tank. With your guidance, we take on projects that require
real work, relationship -building and public input. As a volunteer organization, we can't
do everything, but we do want to prioritize and move forward with commitment and
partnership to achieve real and measurable results. There is much more to our work than
just meeting once a month to share ideas.
• Non -partisan: We do not inject personal agendas into our work, and do our best to park
'bias'. We serve Edmonds. We are mindful of building coalitions that avoid politicization,
and seek consensus whenever possible. We believe that our Commission can be most
effective and produce durable results, if we avoid adding members who have 'dug -in'
positions, and are unwilling to listen to other's points of view (both externally and
internally).
Activity: read assigned section and discuss edits, additions, changes. Can you find examples of
these values in our work? Share out as a group.
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Full Group Discussion
Celebrate Success: what successes or accomplishments have been achieved through our work?
What are the values that drive the work of the commission?
What are the strengths of the commission and, in which areas of our work are we meeting
expectations?
Are there areas of growth needed? (in work, process, goals, other areas?)
One year from now, what is one thing you would like to see completed/accomplished?
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