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2023-08-16 Economic Development Commission PacketSPECIAL MEETING NOTICE EDMONDS CITIZENS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION There will be a SPECIAL MEETING of the Edmonds Citizens Economic Development Commission on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 6 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to have a walking tour of the Hwy 99 area to get acquainted with the area. The agenda for the meeting is attached, miscellaneous items may be discussed. The meeting will be held in a walking tour format. The public is welcome to attend the meeting. Posted/Emailed: August 11, 2023 POSTED: City Hall Public Safety EMAILED: Newspapers The Herald The Seattle Times The Edmonds Beacon MyEdmondsnews.com City Council Directors f n C. 1 g9v AGENDA Edmonds Economic Development Commission Wednesday, August 16, 2023 6PM — 8PM WALKING MEETING The Economic Development Commission members will be meeting in person for a walking tour during this meeting. The public may join at the physical location. PHYSICAL LOCATION This meeting is a walking meeting of the EDC. The public is invited to join at any of the meeting locations/stops listed in the Agenda. For assistance, please call Todd Tatum at 425-758-1908. PRE -READS: Highway 99 Area Community Renewal Plan Open House — Oct 2022 Edmonds Highway 99 Community Renewal Plan — May 2023 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 1. Meeting Location (6:00 pm) - Parking Lot behind Poodle Place and Zachor & Thomas Address: 23607 Highway 99, Edmonds WA 98026 Begin walking to next stop at 6:25 pm — approx. 10 minute walk to Stop 1 2. Stop 1 (6:35) — McAleer Boat Launch Address: 23731 74t' Ave W, Edmonds, WA 98026 Begin walking to next stop at 6:55 pm -approx. 5 minute walk to Stop 2 3. Stop 2 (7:00) — Mathay Ballinger Park Entrance Address: 24100 78t' PI W, Edmonds, WA 98026 Being walking to next stop at 7:20 pm — approx. 10 minute walk to Stop 3 4. Stop 3 (7:30) — Landmark Site Location Address: 24001 Hwy 99, Edmonds, WA 98026 Discussion, Questions, Observations — Facilitated by Commissioner Seitz Adjourn (8:00 pm) Next regular meeting: September 20, 2023, 6 PM — Bracket Room — City Hall Map view of Neighborhood tour cis Lutheran m O Poodle Place, 23601 Hwy 99, Edmonds, . rning Center 12.3"b tF�i SS15VJ7������236"thi St�1CS�1������Q� � a O 76th Ave W & 236th St SW, Edmonds, WF Safeway ® kP+ $ Ti. 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CITY OF EDMONDS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING July 19, 2023 COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: LIAISONS PRESENT: Nicole Hughes, Chair via Zoom David Preston, Port Commissioner, ex-officio Kevin Harris, Vice Chair Vivian Olson, Councilmember, ex-officio Darrol Haug Jay Hoag LIAISONS ABSENT: Natalie Seitz Vacant— Planning Board, ex-officio Matt Cox (via Zoom) Ryan Crowther, Edmonds Chamber, ex-officio Kevin Smith Nick Perrault (via Zoom) GUEST: Allan Townsend Susan McLaughlin, Planning & Development Kate Nolan — Student Representative Director Jenna Nand, Councilmember COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Todd Tatum, Director CS/ED Megan Luttrell, Program Coordinator CS/ED Economic Development Commission meeting called to order by Nicole Hughes at 6:00 p.m. Call to Order and Land Acknowledgement 1. Roll Call and Recognition of Approved Absences: Ryan is the only absence. 2. Approval of Agenda: Kevin Smith moved to approve the agenda; Jay seconded; motion passed. 3. Approval of June 21, 2023, Meeting Summary: Darrol moved to approve the meeting summary; Kevin Smith seconded; motion passed. 4. Audience Comments: None. 5. Discussion: Family, Child, and Youth -Focused Businesses/Activities: Darrol gave a brief background of the topic and a brainstorming session followed. Opportunities for Potential Differentiators Pre -Teen and Teen Activity Gap Dinosaurs/Natural History Museum Indoor Sports (Soccer, Basketball, Trampoline) Indigenous Education/Experience Historical — PNW Theme Cultural Spotlight Physical Activities/Active Learning Hands -On Art and Immersive Art (incl. Music) Arena Sports to include all ages Venue Options Frances Anderson Center Boys & Girls Club Edmonds Center for the Arts Parks DRAFT Meeting Summary Economic Development Commission July 19, 2023 Page 1 Ideas for Funding For Profit Non-Profit/Grant Funded Sponsorships with Advertisers Membership Model rrncc Vantnrac Healthy Eating/Cooking Questions Alternative or Multipurpose Use: Are there businesses who would or could share space? Why? Economic opportunity for Service Provider Next Steps Meet with other groups to collaborate and develop ideas Youth Commission Edmonds Center for the Arts Boys & Girls Club Frances Anderson Center The Port of Edmonds 6. Council Spotlight - Jenna Nand: Nicole explained that Councilmember Nand is here to acquaint herself with group and share her vision of how this Commission can support the city. Kevin H. further noted that he and Nicole are meeting with each Councilmember, the Mayor and election candidates to explore greater use of the EDC on behalf of Edmonds, as well as discuss current issues. Councilmember Nand was appointed to Council in October. She's an attorney and works with a lot of creative types in her day job. She sees the value in building the neighborhood business districts. Councilmember Nand explained that she sees the EDC as an opportunity to build public outreach and improve public engagement. She encourages attendance at the Council meetings to provide public comment or submitting letters to the media with ideas. She suggested that Boards & Commissions seek a written column in My Edmonds News to build visibility. She holds office hours each Thursday from 4pm-5pm. Councilmember Olson added that public comment during Council meetings is a valuable time to share information. Darrol also suggested an alternative way to provide public comment, by sending written public comments to be read on your behalf at Council meetings. 7. Discussion: Potential Landmark 99 Property Acquisition: Todd and Susan shared a PowerPoint presentation regarding the potential Landmark 99 Property Acquisition (see attached slides). The known status detailsinclude a willing seller, and thatwe're in a period of exploration. Susan explained that the property is CG Zoning - the most flexible zoning in the city, and that no zoning or land use changes will be necessary to develop the property. The financing strategy will depend on how the property will be programmed. 8. August Meeting Prep for Walk and Talk at Lake Ballinger: Natalie shared homework for the group. The purpose is to familiarize yourself with the neighboring communities in that part of the Edmonds Hwy 99 area. In addition, she asked commissioners to familiarize themselves with the Hwy 99 Community Renewal Plan, including the Findings of Blight section. David Preston asked where success stories are on Hwy 99? Natalie noted that this area is the largest economic driver of the city as well as the most populous. She hopes to identify the barriers to invest in this area of the city. Nicole is hopeful that this exercise will provide information to feed robust discussions about the area. Kevin H. asked if the group would support having the Hwy 99 Renewal/Landmark 99 topic as a standing item on the agenda, which received unanimous affirmation. 9. Liaison Updates: DRAFT Meeting Summary Economic Development Commission Julyl9, 2023 Page 2 a. City Council (Vivian Olson): Ran out of time. b. Port of Edmonds (David Preston): Ran out of time. c. Chamber of Commerce (Ryan Crowther): Absent. 10. Roundtable Discussion: Nicole shares that there is Finance Committee meeting tomorrow for anyone interested in attending. 11. Adjourn: 8:09 p.m. Next meeting: August 16, 2023, 6 PM location Hwy 99 — address TBD DRAFT Meeting Summary Economic Development Commission Julyl9, 2023 Page 3 Hwy 99 Landmark Site Overview EDC Meeting July 19, 2023 Highway 99 Landmark Site Property Information Address: 24111 Highway 99 Size: 10.06 acres Tax Lots: 11 Zoned: GC —General Commercial Purchase Price: $37M Highlights One Owner, willing to sell No significant critical areas Utilities in streets north and south Public and Non -Motorized Transportation Burlington Coat Factory lease (January, 2029) Community driven development DEVELOPMENTHOUSING Widespread desire far housing, particularly in the south end_ MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT Widespread desrre For mixed use, particularly in the south and central end "The Gateway District, located approximately between SW 234th and the 104 Interchange north of SW 205th St, is the first introduction to Edmonds on Highway 99. This area was identified in the Enhancement Study as "Residential Area Retail Center" and "Hotels Area Improvement" However, the Edmonds community expressed a strong desire for a "gateway" and distinct transition point in and out of Edmonds during a community workshop. A recognizable marker identifying the entry point to the city will help unify Edmonds as a place with rich history, arts, culture, food, and sense of place." Property Information Zoning Memo • Highest and best use yields • Massing study Appraisal and Appraisal Review Potential Partnerships Option Agreement Components Agreement Purchase Agreement — Material Terms (Exhibit B) $100,000 Option Payment 1 6 months Exercise of • Council decision • Option • $100,000 refundable • • Purchase Agreement finalized • 2 12 months Agreement • Council decision • Addendum • Enacts the Purchase Agreement (Exhibit B) • • Earnest Money Deposit ($1M) • 3 6 months Closing • Council decision • Community Visioning Due diligence Funding options Partnerships Master Planning/Community Engagement Due diligence Funding options Partnerships Purchase executed Option Agreement 2023 July 1, 2023-to Dec 31, 2023 negotiate the PSA then add to the Option Agreement via an amendment, as an Exhibit- only to be effective if the Option is exercised 2024 to December 31, 2024 open window to exercise the Option and then and only then does the PSA become a living document 2025 to April 30, 2025 120 days for due diligence contingency June 30 60 days to Closing to June 30, 2025 Near term tasks Project organizational structure • Executive sponsors • Project leadership • Steering team • Advisory committee Stakeholder input Due Diligence Developing Financing Options '4C. sago Questions/Discussion