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2023-09-05 City Council PacketOp E D o Agenda Edmonds City Council tnl. }nyo REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 250 5TH AVE NORTH, EDMONDS, WA 98020 SEPTEMBER 5, 2023, 7:00 PM PERSONS WISHING TO JOIN THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY IN LIEU OF IN -PERSON ATTENDANCE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AUDIENCE COMMENTS 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 COMMENT BY PHONE: US: +1 253 215 8782 WEBINAR ID: 957 9848 4261 THOSE COMMENTING USING A COMPUTER OR SMART PHONE ARE INSTRUCTED TO RAISE A VIRTUAL HAND TO BE RECOGNIZED. PERSONS WISHING TO PROVIDE AUDIENCE COMMENTS BY DIAL -UP PHONE ARE INSTRUCTED TO PRESS *9 TO RAISE A HAND. WHEN PROMPTED, PRESS *6 TO UNMUTE. WHEN YOUR COMMENTS ARE CONCLUDED, PLEASE LEAVE THE ZOOM MEETING AND OBSERVE THE REMAINDER OF THE MEETING ON THE COUNCIL MEETINGS WEB PAGE. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS BEGINNING AT 7:00 PM ARE STREAMED LIVE ON THE COUNCIL MEETING WEBPAGE, COMCAST CHANNEL 21, AND ZIPLY CHANNEL 39. "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. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE 2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 3. ROLL CALL 4. PRESENTATIONS 1. PSSH Proclamation (5 min) 2. Resolution Honoring Jim Traner (0 min) 3. Presentation of Fixit Edmonds - Public Reporting Application (15 min) 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Edmonds City Council Agenda September 5, 2023 Page 1 THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT REGARDING ANY MATTER NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA AS CLOSED RECORD REVIEW OR AS A PUBLIC HEARING. SPEAKERS ARE LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES. PLEASE STATE CLEARLY YOUR NAME AND CITY OF RESIDENCE. 7. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. Claim for Damages for filing (0 min) 8. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes August 22, 2023 2. Approval of claim checks and wire payments. 3. Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. 4. Tree Board Member Appointment Approval 5. Ordinance Exempting Generators from Local Noise Regulations 6. Resolution Honoring Jim Traner 9. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Reimagining Neighborhoods & Streets Program Overview & Presentation of Edmonds Green Streets Manual (30 min) 2. Annexation Overview (15 min) 3. Resolution to Request Change in Meadowdale Municipal Urban Growth Area (10 min) 4. Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement Resolution (15 min) 10. MAYOR'S COMMENTS 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS 12. CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION PER RCW 42.30.110(1)(1) (20 MIN.) 13. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION ADJOURN Edmonds City Council Agenda September 5, 2023 Page 2 4.1 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 PSSH Proclamation Staff Lead: Pat Johnson Department: Mayor's Office Preparer: Carolyn LaFave Background/History Puget Sound Starts Here is a public awareness campaign connecting more than 750 organizations across the Puget Sound Region's 12 counties. The campaign began in 2009 as the result of collaboration of two public awareness initiatives: Stormwater Outreach for Regional Municipalities (STORM), and part of the Puget Sound Partnership's Action Agenda for the recovery of Puget Sound. Staff Recommendation Narrative Attachments: PSSH Month 2023 Packet Pg. 3 O PrIarlamati City of Edmonds ! Office of the Mayor "Puget Sound Starts Mere MoDth " September 2023 WHEREAS, we resolve to protect Puget Sound and its tributaries which are the source of our c communities' wellbeing, health, economy and quality of life; and G :r WHEREAS, we acknowledge that we are on the land of the Coast Salish, who have stewarded this land from time immemorial; and o a WHEREAS, a healthy and vibrant Puget Sound defines our Northwest culture, as do our indigenous Cn people's stories, our tribal Treaty responsibilities, and our shared legacy for future a generations; and m WHEREAS, the health of Puget Sound is declining, and creatures and plants great and small, from our bull kelp forests, and salmon, to our orcas, shellfish and creatures, are at risk from the human impacts of stormwater runoff, loss of natural habitats, and a changing climate; and WHEREAS, we all have the power to protect our Puget Sound treasure, work together to discover and take clean water actions through the Puget Sound Starts Here Campaign; and WHEREAS, in the month of September the City of Edmonds will join with other governing bodies, organizations and community groups to strengthen stewardship of our shared watershed and encourage all to take action to improve the health of Puget Sound; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mike Nelson, Mayor of Edmonds, do hereby proclaim the month of September 2023 as: Puget Sound « starts Here gpu et Sound Starts Here" Month in the City of Edmonds. I urge residents to support clean water and healthy habitat by joining me in this special observance and discovering how you can make a difference and be part of the solution! Mike Nelson, Mayor — September 5, 2023 Packet Pg. 4 4.2 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Resolution Honoring Jim Traner Staff Lead: City Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History N/A Recommendation Present the resolution and approve on consent. Narrative Edmonds City Council wishes to honor the life and impact of Army veteran and involved citizen Jim Traner. Attachments: Resolution Honoring Jim Traner Packet Pg. 5 4.2.a RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, HONORING JAMES MICHAEL TRANER AND HIS MANY CONTRIBUTIONS WHEREAS, Jim Traner's service preceded his time in Edmonds with an extended tour of duty in the Army during Vietnam; and WHEREAS, Jim used the GI Bill to get a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration (emphasis in accounting); and WHEREAS, Jim settled into a 50 year career in public accounting, making partner at Laventhol and Horwath and later co-founding Edmonds' accounting firm, Traner Smith and Co, in 1994; and WHEREAS, even at the busiest stage of his life with a young family, Jim found ways to serve the community, volunteering as softball coach for his daughters' teams, and was instrumental as a member of the MLL Board of Directors in developing the first Mukilteo Little League field; and WHEREAS, Jim originally joined the Edmonds Rotary in the 1980's, served as Club President in L the early nineties, and was a charter member of the Edmonds Daybreakers Club when it formed in 1996, serving as that club's Treasurer for about half of his 27 years with the organization; and E WHEREAS, he also served as the Rotary District 5030 Treasurer under Stan Dickison's Governorship; and WHEREAS, Jim Traner served for many years as Treasurer and Board member of other Edmonds service organizations, including VFW Post 8870 and the American Legion Post 66; and WHEREAS, Jim was known as a key recruiter for the many roles that make these organizations work, and WHEREAS, he was additionally in an advisory role to the first Student Veteran Association at Edmonds College, and a donor to the Edmonds College Veterans Resource Center; and WHEREAS, Jim was a past Trustee (auditor) of VFW District 1 and current Trustee for VFW Department of WA, and was known to delight those he was auditing by planning the appointment at noon and bringing lunch for all; and WHEREAS, Jim was the catalyst behind the Edmonds Veteran Plaza, contributing countless hours to the creation and stewardship of this gathering place, honoring veterans, and providing for all who appreciate the service and sacrifice of our veterans; and WHEREAS, on July 22, 2023, on a day he spent boating and fishing, and while reeling in a giant salmon, Jim suffered a heart attack and left this world; Packet Pg. 6 4.2.a NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Edmonds Washington, on behalf of a grateful nation and community, hereby thanks and honors Jim Traner for his many positive impacts and contributions to our community. RESOLVED this day of September, 2023. CITY OF EDMONDS MAYOR, MIKE NELSON ATTEST: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: RESOLUTION NO. Packet Pg. 7 4.3 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Presentation of Fixit Edmonds - Public Reporting Application Staff Lead: David Rhode Department: Public Works & Utilities Preparer: Royce Napolitino Background/History The development of this communication tool was directed through a mayor's initiative. The goal was to provide Edmonds residents and the greater public with an easy and convenient tool for reporting maintenance items and submitting requests to Parks and Public Works. Narrative The presentation was prepared for your information and understanding of the Fix It Edmonds application along with its intended goals and objectives. The application is used to report matters of concern to Parks and Public Works and to submit maintenance requests. The Parks and Public Works departments have adopted the application in the last few months. Attachments: Fix It Edmonds_presentation_printpdf Packet Pg. 8 F U Fix It Edmonds August, 2023 nF r L1� 4.3.a ass Release QR Code ' o,L F` Use smart your phone camera to scan this code and be instantly directed to the Apple START REQUEST App store or Google Play to download app City Website '12' City Calendar 7 I LSI c O a c O E w x iL 4- 0 r— O R C O N a CL r— CL ,_ i O to C N L Q C O E LU x LL C E t V a Packet Pg. 10 What can I report? • Public works o Any city issue signs, traffic issues... Facilities F U in the right of way, potholes, fight, tree down, water or sewe o Facility issue at any of the city's buildings, restroom service, graffiti, etc. Parks o Grounds, irrigation, Miscellaneous restroom... nF r L1� nF r L1� el What happens after I submit a work request or report an issue? • Public Works oA Public Works employee is notified of request through email. oThe request is input into the department CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) and assigned to the appropriate maintenance division. o Notification is provided for the requester r�F E�1 ti U Staff Feedback • Public Works o Ease of entry for requester with direct communication to department. oPin-drop or address inputs provide accurate location and information sharin oAttached photos provide description. oTemplates and curated responses availak for efficient communication with request r�F E�1 What happens after I submit a work request or report an issue? • Parks oA Parks employee gets notified via em oThe request is logged in and assigned to the appropriate Parks Division for action. oCustom response is sent to the person that reported the issue to include estimated timeline for repair if availab r�F E�1 Staff Feedback • Parks oVery helpful tool, gps and pictures attached to feedback is efficient. oHelpful snapshot of trouble areas or frequent concerns oEnjoy having a list of reporting requests for ti U oPlease continue to encourage citizens use this tool Bulk Actions (0) d Showing 100 requests out of 125 in 0.004 seconds STATUS DUE TOPIC+ PEOPLE UPDATED Sep3,2023 Miscellaneous PubGcworks 129© .•. MR000=0"' Aug24,2023 Open 23703 78th Ave W. Edmonds 10Days Royce Napolitino 9:56AM Illegal dumping. Common location for this issue. Thank you. Vegetation Publicwarks 12810 18000-18010 88th Ave W, Edmonds .•. Aug 24, 2023 !� rrJ M Closed Sep 2, 2023 The shrub/treefivy on the northwest corner of Olympic View Royce Napolitino 6.58 AM Drive and 88th Ave. (above Talbot Park) iscausing a severe line c of sight impairment while making a left turn onto Olympic Vie... I ` Vegetation Publicworks 12712 Anonymous Open Sep 2, 2023 On the border of Restalwn cemetery property on �+ Aug 24, 2023 9 Days the edge of a shared easement, sits a very large g ry g � Royce Napolitino 8:42 AM dead tree. The location is important because the... Park Issue Parksand Rec 12610 A 4000ONEW 1>� Au 22.2023 g Closed Aug31,2023 600 Third Ave S, Edmonds Missing water gates (Qtx 2) in kiddy pool area. Shannon Burley 8:35 AM ,= x Miscellaneous Pubricworks 12510 7620199th St SW .•.. Aug 22, 2023 Closed Aug 31, 2023 The man hole cover is not secure and as it is in our driveway. l� Royce Napolitino 11:18 AM every time we drive over it, it slides off the hole and is creating a hazard for both us, our cars, and the lines within the manhole Packet Pg. 16 4.3.a V Parks and Rec Natural Area Maintenance 5 Park Facility Issue 10 Park Issue 10 ree Maintenance g urf Maintenance o ota I - Parks and Rec 34 Public Works Miscellaneous 35 Pothole 14 Sewer Issue 5 Stormwater Issue 2 Street Sign Issue 13 Street Sweeping 3 Vegetation 14 Total - Public Works 86 otal All Topics 120 Packet Pg. 17 7.1 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Claim for Damages for filing Staff Lead: NA Department: Administrative Services Preparer: Marissa Cain Background/History N/A Staff Recommendation Acknowledge receipt of Claims for Damages for filing. Narrative John Day 50 Pine St ($221.00) Attachments: Claim for Damages - Day - for council Packet Pg. 18 7.1.a CITY OF EDMONDS AUG 1 8 Z023 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FORM Date Claim Form Received by City Please take note that h �Ay who currently resides at mailing address .5 LW) *- home phone j7 , work phone # , and who resided at ✓`�-_ at the time of the occur and whose date of birth is claiming damages against► �'i d rVO4,dr% in the sum of S arising out of the following circumstances listed below. DATE OF OCCURRENCE: CLgMdq� IA etae� TIME: LOCATION OF OCCURRENCES tv DESCRIPTION: L 0 1. Describe the conduct and circumstance that brought about the injury or damage., Also describe the injury or damage. E Idro.•f-i�ro>,.►r. r-v�.d ,gfr'•pi+l a _ :Qrr%a,a --1W My sae 1 d -P., +] e . r 4 b Ve _ t� c 0 (attach an extra sheet for additional information, if needed) U 2. 4. e a list of witnesses: if applicable, to the occurrence including names, addresses and phone numbers. .gS C4 — 00tt e 3: a.bS0darLJV—b A : rta•...-P r, Attach copies of all documentation relating to expenses, injuries, losses, and/or estimates for repair. Have you submitted a claim for damages to your insurance company? Yes -X— No If so, please provide the name of the insurance company: and the policy # * * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR AUTOMOBILE CLAIMS ONLY * * ronn Xoviscd 04/09C0^_1 11i11-C 1 O4,21 Packet Pg. 19 7.1.a This Claim form must be signed by the Claimant, a person holding a written power of attorney from the Claimant, by the attorney in fact for the Claimant, by an attorney admitted to practice in Washington State on the Claimant's behalf, or by a court -approved guardian or guardian ad litem on behalf of the Claimant. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct. SOnature of Clair&nt Date and place (residential address, city and county) Or Signature of Representative Print Name of Representative Date and place (residential address, city and county) Bar Number (if applicable) Please present the completed claim form to: Dann kcviscd 04l09,Q0'_1 City Clerk's Office City of Edmonds 121 5th Avenue North Edmonds, WA, 98020 8:00 a.m, to 4:30 p.m. Pace: 2 of E .2 U Packet Pg. 20 8.1 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes August 22, 2023 Staff Lead: Council Department: City Clerk's Office Preparer: Scott Passey Background/History N/A Recommendation Approval of Council Meeting minutes as part of the Consent Agenda. Narrative The Council Special meeting minutes are attached. Attachments: 20230822 Regular Meeting Packet Pg. 21 8.1.a EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING DRAFT MINUTES August 22, 2023 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Nelson, Mayor Neil Tibbott, Council President Vivian Olson, Councilmember Will Chen, Councilmember Diane Buckshnis, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Dave Teitzel, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember 1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE STAFF PRESENT Oscar Antillon, Public Works Director Angie Feser, Parks, Rec., & Human Serv. Susan McLaughlin, Planning & Dev. Dir. Todd Tatum, Comm./Culture/Econ. Dev. Rob English, City Engineer Jerry Shuster, Stormwater Engineer Jeff Taraday, City Attorney Scott Passey, City Clerk Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator Dir Dir The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Nelson in the Council Chambers, 250 5t' Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually. The meeting was opened with the flag salute. 2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councilmember Nand read the City Council Land Acknowledge Statement: "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." 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Scott Passey called the roll. All elected officials were present. 4. PRESENTATIONS 1. RESOLUTION THANKING ECA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOE MCIALWAIN Councilmember Paine read a resolution of the city council commending Joe McIalwain for his expert guidance of the Edmonds Center for the Arts to be recognized as a cultural and economic cornerstone for the City of Edmonds, and that his presence here will be greatly missed. Joe McIalwain, Executive Director, Edmonds Center for the Arts, thanked the City, including all the incarnations of the city council, city staff, and mayors. It has been a joy to serve the community. He thanked the community for rallying the troops to support the ECA through some pretty challenging times, especially in its early stages. He was proud of what the ECA has become and he hoped the community was as well and was excited for what its future holds. He encouraged the City to continue to be a great Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 1 Packet Pg. 22 8.1.a partner to the Edmonds Public Facilities District and look ahead to what's possible and celebrate the organization that brings economic development and quality of life to the community. He encouraged the City to support those who will steward the ECA moving forward and thanked the community for the incredible opportunity to serve. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA IN ORDER AND CONTENT. COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO REMOVE COUNCIL BUSINESS ITEM 9.1, REPORT ON CITY FUND BALANCE RESERVE & CONTINGENCY RESERVE BALANCE, FROM THE AGENDA FOR A FUTURE DATE. AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Mayor Nelson described the procedures for audience comments. Carl Zapora, Edmonds, asked the city council, mayoral leadership and administration to take a serious look at City spending. A deficit of $1OM- 15M is currently projected and the council will receive updates on the numbers in the near future. A deficit of any kind, especially that large, means reserves are being depleted, putting the City in a very precarious position. The only way to reverse a deficit is, 1) reduce spending, or 2) raise taxes, neither of which are popular solutions but need to be taken into account when facing a serious deficit. He encouraged the city council and the mayor to focus on basics and not spend money where it is not needed. Basics include road and sidewalks, municipal services such as water and sewer, etc. The Burlington Factory project, estimated to cost $30M, was an expenditure he did not think should be entertained or approved when the City was running a deficit. He questioned what reductions would be necessary if the council committed to $30M. Reducing other expenditures will mean reduced services and reduced staffing, not fixing sidewalks or roads, etc. which he did not think were good solutions. The City purchasing the Burlington Factory property takes it off the tax rolls which further challenges the City's finances. He urged the council not to approve any further expenditures for the Burlington Factory property as the City cannot afford it and will put the City in a bigger and deeper financial hole, something he did not want any future council or City administrators to wrestle with. Phil Lovell, Edmonds, spoke regarding the need for public input, further investigation and consideration of the co -called landmark property on Highway 99 at the southeast corner of Edmonds. He recommended the City, by whatever appropriate process, abandon the potential purchase of this property. The City and its taxpayers cannot afford the purchase of this property for the following reasons, 1) there are much higher priorities and expenditures ahead including roadway infrastructure improvements, sidewalks and parking capacity, issues, Unocal property and ongoing work at the Edmonds Marsh and the City is still paying for the new Civic Park, and 2) the current described investigative procedure for purchase of the property seems flawed. Assuming Edmonds pays a professional consultant to conduct the staff - recommended study; if the study supports purchase of the property and the City proceeds, taxpayers support will be still be necessary plus $37M will need to be raised and appropriated to purchase the property. The council will likely feel pressured to purchase the property to get their money's worth from the proposed costly study. If the study recommends against the purchase, the council will most likely cancel or postpone the potential purchase regardless of input from taxpayers who currently seem to opposed the purchase, and the consultant fee will be wasted. If the study remains neutral regarding the Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 2 Packet Pg. 23 8.1.a potential purchase, the council will likely cancel or at least postpone and the related consultant costs will have been wasted. The taxpayers will likely oppose the purchase regardless of the study. Paul Hutchins, a carpenter and a member of carpenters' union, referred to the Landmark Budget Request, and suggested if the council decided to proceed, first, a project could be built by community members who spend money in the community. That can be accomplished by having responsible contractors who pay their workers what they are owed and with the inclusion of responsible bidding language into a community workforce agreement. Second, when the project is developed and matured, there will be another parcel that produces property taxes. Progress comes in all forms; the biggest progress is when it is time to build, building with responsible contractors and skilled carpenters and build something that becomes a community asset. If the council decides to move forward and spend the requested $200,000, ensure it is built with good labor, responsible labor and responsible contractors to ensure the City gets the bang for their buck. Matthew Curvink, a representative of the carpenters' union which represents 12 states and 90,000 members including 13,000 in the Puget Sound area, echoed Mr. Hutchins' comments. He added the council would be creating work for their own constituents. They appreciate such development and are hungry for work in their members backyards. Kevin Harris, Edmonds, Vice Chair of the Economic Development Commission (EDC), hoped the council could reach a compromise to move forward in the short term to explore clarity around the potential of the Landmark property. If it pencils out financially, he recommended exploration that demonstrates three things, 1) a clear benefit to the Gateway/Ballinger neighborhood and all Edmonds residents, 2) a clear and understandable cost benefit analysis, and 3) a clear identification of the different options and risks. The two EDC participants on the advisory commission will ask the hard questions regarding master planning and financing, avoid group think and bias and will apply financial sense to the process so the City's modeling is presented in a plainspoken way that still conveys the complicated nature of the issues. He appreciated recent public comment regarding the hope that the EDC can do it all, but they do not have the experience to supplant experts with multijurisdictional expertise and complex financing combinations and modeling including possibly tax incentive financing, a variety of public - private partnership opportunity options, new market tax credits, and other possible financing options. The EDC members can ask the tough questions and participate in process improvements, but they cannot initiate experienced modeling based on past similar project experience; there are people with that expertise and he believed they should be relied on. He thanked the council for listening and the meeting time they shared during the past month. Kevin Fagerstrom, Edmonds, relayed he attended last week's EDC tour of the neighborhood. He thanked the EDC for the excellent job they did, in particular Natalie Seitz who was very well prepared and made a great presentation to the group. At the conclusion of the tour and discussions regarding the Landmark property, he sees nothing compelling that leads him to believe the City should be involved in the purchase of the property anymore than the City should be involved in the purchase of any parcel for development by a private party. If a development is to move forward, and should because the property is underutilized and should be renovated with something new and beneficial, the City does not need to purchase the property for that private development. He was troubled by the $250,000 request from ARPA funds; in reviewing information related to ARPA funds, there is a cautionary statement on the Department of Commerce's website that care should be taken to avoid creating new programs or add-ons to existing programs that require ongoing financial commitments. The City is already putting $100,000 as a deposit to hold the property; now the council is being asked to invest $250,000 to fund a study, followed by $1M in earnest money for the purchase, and ultimately $37M to purchase the property plus likely $5-6M in demolition and remediation costs. This strikes him as an ill-advised use of ARPA funds and he suggested the council deny the request for use of ARPA funds. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 3 Packet Pg. 24 8.1.a Bill Derry, Edmonds, said he was glad the Storm and Surface Water Comprehensive Plan Update was happening. City budgets should be transparent; the stormwater utility funds are primarily used to subsidize cars and car habitat, basic street maintenance including street sweeping, catch basin maintenance, pipe maintenance, etc. Streets and parking make up 80% of the impervious surface in the City and are the primary source of peak flows and air and water quality pollutants, but they do not pay into the stormwater utility. The street sweepers used by the City do not do anything meaningful for water quality; they only remove debris to keep catch basins clean and roadway surfaces clear and looking nice. Pollutants are attached to fine particles which are not picked up by street sweepers and street sweepers do not pick up oil. Funding for street sweepers, catch basin cleaning, and pipe maintenance should come from the street fund so people demanding the service, car owners/users, are paying for the service. If street maintenance activities were funded from street funds, the stormwater utility would have funds to complete necessary storm and surface water projects like addressing blockages to salmon in streams. Since most blockages are caused by street culverts, replacements should be funded from street funds. The City has done very little to retrofit streets for treatment or stormwater detention. The Storm and Surface Water Comprehensive Plan should include significant projects to retrofit streets for stormwater treatment and detention using street funds. The City should fund an aggressive program with Green Streets to infiltrate stormwater and treat stormwater runoff. The diversion structure at the mouth of Perrinville Creek should be removed and a salmon -passable bridge under the railroad installed, and log structures installed up stream to stabilize and reduce erosion which would reduce sediment in lower parts of the stream. If additional funding were available, flooding on Dayton, caused by overflow from the marsh, could be addressed. He disagreed with the statement that stormwater funds cannot be used to complete projects on private property; they can, the City has done this before with permission from the property owners. When thinking about future land purchases, he urged the council to think 20-50 years ahead. Brian Kelly, a union carpenter with Local 206, spoke regarding the use of union labor and apprentices in particular. Not long ago, he was homeless, penniless, and hopeless without a skill of any worth, wandering around Seattle going between random cook jobs and whatever way he would make money, not really being productive and more of a burden. He found his way into the union, working as a contractor at the time for Comcast and superintendent for a company in downtown Seattle noticed his work and offered him a chance and he joined and was a member within a year. A year later, he is making money and has a home to live in, money to buy food, etc. Three years later, as a fourth year apprentice, he feels like a productive citizen, he goes to stores, spends money, etc. The union does this for many people, helping people move from living on the streets to spending money in the economy. Thatcher Boddendeitchel, Edmonds, a member of Carpenters Local 206, echoed the comments of his union brothers, commenting what they said was a huge part of why he joined the union. He commutes out of Edmonds daily, passing multiple non -union job sites, to participate in other cities' economies, not the economy in which he lives. He wants to benefit the community he lives in, the pride from driving past a job he has worked on is immense, a project that lasts for 50-100 years. The reason union labor makes a difference is because it is skilled and it lasts and makes an impact on the community. He urged the council, whatever developments they decide to move forward with, to consider using union labor. It makes a difference in the City and in the lives of union members' who build things. Eric Nelson, Edmonds, added his support to the statements made in opposition to the Landmark property acquisition. He was dumbfounded when he first heard the council was considering this purchase; the City is not a developer, it is not part of the City's charter and not why councilmembers and the mayor were elected. The City's role is not to purchase private land and figure out a way to use it. He strongly recommended this process be stopped and not spend the $250,000 in ARPA funds, which he did not believe were intended to be used in a way that does not benefit citizens which was the idea behind those funds. He summarized he was against the Landmark property purchase in every way possible. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 4 Packet Pg. 25 8.1.a Greg Brewer, Edmonds, said the 10-acre Landmark property is intriguing, however, spending $250,000 for a consultant to tell the council it cannot afford the $38M purchase price is crazy. The structures on the property will be nearly impossible to repurpose and likely will need to be demolished which puts City staff in a developer role. He referred to two large projects the City has undertaken in the past few years; Civic Park: the City received the property for next to nothing, planned for a $8M build and ultimately paid close to double that amount to finish the project. It is a nice park, but things come up and so did the price. Edmonds sewage treatment plant: in an effort to have the latest and greatest green technology, a completely viable incinerator that had plenty of capacity for the future was decommissioned. The new system doesn't work and the City is shipping sludge to Oregon. So much for a reduced carbon footprint. He questioned how much it would cost to fix the sewage treatment plant and when will it be fixed. That should be the City's number one priority. Good intentions can backfire and cost additional money, money Edmonds does not necessarily have. It is widely apparent the City does not have the bandwidth for this scale of project and staff s plate is already full. He recommended fixing up what the City has first, fill the coffers and swing for the fences another day. 7. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FOR FILING 2. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS 3. OUTSIDE BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS 8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: 1. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 15, 2023 2. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 15, 2023 3. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND BENEFIT CHECKS, DIRECT DEPOSIT AND WIRE PAYMENTS 4. APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS AND WIRE PAYMENT 5. RESOLUTION THANKING ECA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOE MCIALWAIN 9. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. STORM AND SURFACE WATER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE Stormwater Engineer Jerry Shuster reviewed: • What is the Storm & Surface Water Comprehensive Plan (SCP)? o High level ■ Aspirational Plan - Sets the direction for managing storm and surface water in the City ■ Operations & Maintenance Plan ■ Asset Management Plan ■ Regulatory Compliance Plan - Primarily driven by requirements of Department of Ecology Municipal Stormwater Permit that permits the City to discharge stormwaters into receiving waters under certain conditions - Permit scheduled to expire in 2024, replaced by a new permit with additional requirements ■ Capital Improvement Plan Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 5 Packet Pg. 26 8.1.a - Larger projects to upgrade and improve the City's storm system and comply with regulations ■ Financial Plan ■ Equity Plan o How does the SCP fit with the City's Comprehensive Plan Water � Sanitary Sever Storm a � Suth<a Wa� Solid WdSiP Other UtilitiK o ECC Chapter 7.50 — Stormwater Management Utility ■ "The utility will have primary authority and responsibility for carrying out the city's comprehensive drainage and storm sewer plan, including responsibilities for planning, design, construction, maintenance, administration, and operation of all city storm and surface water facilities, as well as establishing standards for design, construction, and maintenance of improvements on private property where these may affect storm and surface water management. o Stormwater Utility builds, operates, & maintains the City's Stormwater Management System: ■ Pipe & other conveyances ■ Roads/Streets/Curb & gutters/Culverts ■ Catch basins ■ Flow control & treatment systems o Not part of Stormwater Utility: ■ Streams, Lakes, Wetlands, Puget Sound - These are "Receiving Waters" or "Waters of the State" o Building Blocks of SCP Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 6 Packet Pg. 27 8.1.a Why do we need to update our current plan? o Adopted in 2010 as a 6-year plan o Regulations are changing; we need a plan to remain in compliance o Climate is changing — adapt o Growth is happening o Attitudes change, need to be in sync with stakeholders o Internal stakeholders ■ Edmonds property owners (rate payers)/residents ■ Edmonds business owners ■ City Council ■ Edmonds Developers ■ Interested Community Groups (Save our Marsh, Stream Team, others) ■ Other City Departments (Planning & Parks) o External stakeholders? ■ Dept of Ecology/Commerce (WA) ■ Department of Fish & Wildlife (WA) ■ Tribes (Tulalip, Snoqualmie) ■ Washington Dept. of Transportation ■ Port of Edmonds ■ City of Shoreline — Lake Ballinger ■ City of Mountlake Terrace - Lake Ballinger/ Forum ■ City of Lynnwood — Lake Ballinger & they send us runoff (Perrinville Creek) ■ Town of Woodway ■ Olympic View W&S What are the steps involved in updating the SCP? 1. Phase I (scheduled to be completed by end of 2023) A. Review current practices — How are we currently spending Stormwater Fund dollars? B. Assess need for flood reduction capital projects C. Develop goals & policies for each building block 2. Phase II A. Develop draft SCP w/financial plan B. State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) process C. Finalize the SCP/financial plan Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 7 Packet Pg. 28 8.1.a D. Incorporate stakeholder input on all steps Phase II A: Develop Draft SCP w/financial plan: ■ Programs - Residential Rain Garden Program - Streamside Property Owner Assistance Program - Expanding inspections of private stormwater systems ■ Maintenance Practices - Increased street sweeping - Additional pipe cleaning ■ Capital Projects - Flood Reduction - More Stormwater Retrofits (quantity & quality) - Regional Facilities - Annual Pipeline Replacement and Repair Program ■ Potential Code Changes - Land Use - Impervious Surface Limits - Stormwater - Critical areas o Stakeholder Engagement for All Steps ■ Initial Community Engagement (August -December 2023) - Survey for stakeholder input in Developing Goal & Policies - Stakeholder Workshop 1 (virtual) - Community Event (in -person) - TBD - Council presentation of Draft Goals & Polices (4Q 2023) ■ Additional Stakeholder Engagement - Draft SCP (2Q 2024) - Stakeholder Workshop 2 (virtual) - SEPA review (comment period) - Council Public Hearing on final SCP o High level timeline 2024 Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 8 Packet Pg. 29 8.1.a Councilmember Buckshnis welcomed Mr. Shuster back to Edmonds. She referred to Bill Derry's comments, whether the street fund should pay for street sweeping and other activities related to streets. City Engineer Rob English responded streets and stormwater pay for maintenance and operations costs. There are obviously competing needs for funding; there is not enough funding to maintain streets and perform overlays so the asset continues to degrade. Staff tries the best they can related to stormwater by investing in retrofits and capital projects and allocate funding sources to maintain street infrastructure. There is not a crisp answer to whether street sweeping should be completely a streets function as there is definitely a stormwater component. Keeping streets clean prevents debris from entering the catch basins and the pipe system which is all stormwater infrastructure. There is obviously a need for stormwater funding to pay for that. Public Works Director Oscar Antillon relayed what Bill Derry said is true; it is hard to fund a stormwater system, but he disagreed with some of his comments, street sweeping serves the purpose of keeping the stormwater system operational and functioning as it is supposed to. The stormwater program is one of the biggest things related to resilience; he referenced the storm in California that has had a huge impact on the community. The intent is to be fair with the use of funds as well as keep rates low. There is no appetite for increasing rates so it is a competing demand all the time. As Mr. English mentioned, street funds are pretty limited. A large amount is subsidized by the General Fund which is a competing interest. Councilmember Buckshnis commented the increased license tab fee will provide an additional $700,000 for streets. She supported having a robust stormwater code and was confident that will happen with Mr. Shuster leading the charge. Councilmember Buckshnis commented on the need to get rid of piped culverts sooner rather than later and federal infrastructure funds available for that purpose. She asked if the SCP will address removing culverts, noting design of Perrinville Creek is on the CIP/CFP. Mr. Shuster answered it could be included in the plan, but the cost would need to be determined as well as assumptions about the funding source. Before returning to Edmonds, he worked in Bellevue where a few large culverts were replaced at a cost of $2M-6M each. He agreed it was a good thing to do in anticipation of stream restoration and WDFW has assessed culverts throughout the Puget Sound including in Edmonds and few culverts in Edmonds could use some help. If during the survey and public meetings the public is interested in that, it could be included in the plan. Councilmember Buckshnis said Perrinville is in dire straits, not just stormwater culverts but also the railroad trestle. Senator Cantwell supported $3.5M for the Meadowdale Beach railroad trestle which indicates federal funding is available. Councilmember Paine asked about the NPDES permit standards for Edmonds. Mr. Shuster answered the draft standards just came out from Ecology last Friday. As with any permit cycle, the regulations will get more strict. For example, tire dust containing 6PPDQ is highly toxic to marine life. The permit will require stormwater treatment at a lower threshold for roads. For example if the City is widening a road, more stormwater treatment will be required. He did not know details other than they never make things easier. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 9 Packet Pg. 30 8.1.a Councilmember Paine asked about the storm event horizon, whether it was 50 year or 100 years. Mr. Shuster said he has seen estimates all over the board from storms will get 20-50% more intense. He suggested keeping an eye on what larger jurisdictions are doing; for example King and Snohomish Counties are investing a lot of money to study the impacts of climate change on stormwater. Councilmember Paine asked if that will be included in the planning and ultimately in the document. Mr. Shuster answered yes. Councilmember Paine asked if the SCP will include stormwater treatment though green streets and rain gardens which are very popular and efficient at managing stormwater. Mr. Shuster answered yes. Councilmember Paine noted green streets and rain gardens are different than detention ponds, smaller and more localized. Mr. Shuster answered the current regulations for private development encourage the use of rain gardens versus gray infrastructure. The City is following Ecology regulations and those regulations have not been very effective. He reviews a lot of development permits and does not see a lot of rain gardens. He anticipated the next iteration of the permit will make it easier for those to happen. Every year Edmonds works with Snohomish County Conservation District to install rain gardens around the City and he hoped to expand that program. Councilmember Paine asked if there was an opportunity for sharing the cost of green streets with stormwater infrastructure dollars. Mr. English said stormwater utility funds could be used for green streets, at least the aspect related to the actual rain garden or treatment system built with a project. If that includes sidewalks or street widening, the City has to be careful how those funds are used and stormwater is probably not the right source for those improvements. Councilmember Paine commented there are particular watersheds that are most vulnerable and sensitive. Councilmember Nand thanked Mr. Shuster for highlighting climate adaptability and environmental impacts in the SCP. She asked the status of runoff into Puget Sound and Lake Ballinger and how it contributes to toxic algae bloom and would this plan and the proposed fixes help remove the pollutants causing that ecological imbalance. Mr. Shuster answered the toxic algae bloom in Lake Ballinger has been happening as long as he can remember and is a byproduct of people using fertilizers and other nutrients that wash into the street and into the lake. The permit includes education and outreach about proper use of fertilizers so that doesn't happen. Stormwater retrofits can install treatment units in the right-of-way to treat those nutrients before they enter the lake which will ultimately help that situation. It's better not to have it enter stormwater in the first place via source control, versus expensive treatment systems. Councilmember Nand agreed the more education that can be done the better and offered to assist. Councilmember Teitzel referred to slide 7 in the packet that states streams, lakes, wetlands and Puget Sound are not part of the Stormwater Utility, but slide 8 clarifies they are part of the utility if they are on City -owned property. Mr. Shuster answered they are not part of the stormwater utility according to the permit. If Shell Creek goes through Yost Park, the City owns the area around the stream. Councilmember Teitzel commented Shell Creek is his favorite steam and asked if the City wanted to do improvements to the stream within Yost Park including realignment of the stream, would that fall within Public Works' responsibility. Mr. Shuster answered he would think so or Parks. Mr. English advised it likely would be a combination of Public Works and Parks, but a permit from the state is still required to do improvements because it is a water of the state. Councilmember Teitzel referred to code changes related to impervious surface limits. He referenced housing bills passed by the legislature during the recent session that will allow duplexes and fourplexes and detached ADUs which could be as large as the main house and asked if there would be conflicts between impervious surface limits and new state laws to increase density. Mr. Shuster answered that is a Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 10 Packet Pg. 31 8.1.a difficult question because the GMA was supposed to protect outlying areas and encourage density in urban areas in an effort to help the environment. If urban areas densify, theoretically there is less suburban spawl, tree removal, etc. Allowing denser development is challenging for stormwater because rain gardens and other natural stormwater infrastructure require space which creates a conflict. In more dense development, developers are putting in standard detention vaults under building which works, but it is not great thus the conflict between densification and stormwater. Councilmember Chen said the budget amendment to Street Fund I I I projects a deficit by the end of the year, coupled with past experience with winter flooding and excessive weather pattern changes, very hot days which indicate severe storms in the winter. He noted the $700,000 from increased car tab fees will help, but asked about plans for mitigating flooding in the future. Mr. Antillon answered there are multiple issues; for example flooding on Dayton, until the final disposition of the marsh is determined, that flooding will be difficult to control. The City already spent a great deal on the pump system, but one storm can render that system ineffective and results in pumping out the bay which cannot be done. He liked to think of the plan as a roadmap of priorities; it identifies high risk areas and identifies funds to address those projects. Staff always tries to maximize limited funds for every project. For example, the pavement preservation program is combined with overlays for utility projects. Mr. Shuster answered climate change is a real challenge because like most cities, Edmonds installed its stormwater infrastructure in 1960-1990 when storms were smaller and less frequent. To dig up all the pipes and install larger pipes is impossible so the intent is to focus on and prioritize certain areas. Councilmember Buckshnis complimented the City's engineers, noting the Dayton Street pump station was working for five years, but it was overwhelmed by flooding from geomorphic events caused by climate change; Mother Nature always wins. She asked if the Dayton Street pump station could be retrofitted to address larger events. Mr. English answered additional capacity could be built at the pump station, but there are other components to making that whole area work properly. As Mr. Shuster noted, sea level rise needs to be considered in the future. He summarized it is a complex situation that will require a complex solution and just building more capacity may not be the right solution. Councilmember Buckshnis commented removing the fences and daylighting Shellabarger Creek has helped with flooding. There was flooding during two major events but nothing like what has occurred in the past when residents submitted claims related to flooding. She asked about the SEPA process related to the SCP. Mr. Shuster answered the draft SCP will go through a SEPA process. Councilmember Buckshnis referred to stormwater on private property, noting there is a barrier in the mid - reach of Shell Creek on private property which could be stormwater related. She asked if the City could approach the homeowner if a design was developed and funding identified. Mr. Shuster answered private property is a sticky question because you have to be careful about a gift of public funds. Whenever the City does a project, consideration is given to who benefits, whether it is the property owner, Edmonds citizens, or fish. It is a question of priorities with limited stormwater funds, whether that property is a higher priority than retrofitting Perrinville Creek. 2. LANDMARK BUDGET REQUEST Parks, Recreation and Human Services Director Angie Feser explained the City has a unique opportunity to create a transformative development through the Landmark 99 project. By focusing on an area historically in need of large capital investments, this project aims to fill community desires and needs derived from thoughtful engagement and collaboration. With this prime location and versatile land, this project holds immense potential for mixed use development, enhancing Edmonds' character and improving quality of life for all residents. This evening staff is requesting council consideration of a budget allocation to authorize the mayor and staff to procure various consultant services which would Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 11 Packet Pg. 32 8.1.a provide data and facts necessary for council to make an informed decision regarding the upcoming option agreement amendment to formalize the upcoming purchase and sale agreement. She reviewed: • Property information o Address: 24111 Highway 99 ■ Currently occupied by Burlington Factory o Size: 10.06 acres o Tax lots: 11 o Zoned: GC - General Commercial o Purchase Price: $37M o Highlights ■ 2021 - initial 3-acre open space/park ■ One owner, willing to sell ■ No significant critical areas ■ Utilities in streets north and south ■ Public and non -motorized transportation access ■ Burlington Factory lease (January 2029) Planning & Development Director Susan McLaughlin commented she has been before the council on numerous occasions regarding various issues on Highway 99. She has been with the City for 1% years, but there have been decades of planning done related to Highway 99. She reviewed: • Plans & Commitments o A sampling of relevant Hwy 99 Sub Area Plan Planned Action EIS mitigation measures: ■ Encourage and promote public open spaces through public/private partnerships where possible. ■ Implement pedestrian and bicycle transportation improvements to provide greater access ■ Acquiring park land in the Highway 99/SR 104 areas to provide adequate park service in redeveloping areas. ■ Create new civic spaces to enhance investment and revitalization while meeting recreation needs Increasing connections to the Interurban Trail, using signage, sidewalks, curb extensions, and other pedestrianibicycle enhancements 2017 Highway 99 Subarea Plan - "...the Edmonds community expressed a strong desire for a gateway ... A district transition point in and out of Edmonds" 2022 PROS Plan Recommendations/Action Initiatives - "Acquire property for neighborhood parks in underserved areas, such as the south Edmonds area and the SR99 corridor." - "Explore options for acquiring property to create a satellite community center in the Lake Ballinger or South Edmonds area." Council Budget Priorities o Police Presence - Eastside ■ Property has the potential to house a police substation o Neighborhood Commercial/Walkable/Beautification ■ Property coupled with CRA and TIF tools has the ability to transform southern gateway o Transparency of projections/enhance trust ■ Master plan will be a very public process; community will help develop o Human services/homelessness/senior citizen services ■ Property has the potential to house a myriad community support services Economies of Scale Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 12 Packet Pg. 33 o Opportunity Statement: Deliver community needs and honor previous commitments through partnerships that will optimize our outcomes in a cost effective, time efficient and innovative way o How long would it take to deliver these community facilities independent of each other? ■ Community Center ■ Park/Open Space ■ Police/Fire ■ Library ■ Recreation Center ■ Extensive Transportation Infrastructure dot Purchase Land Plan/Permit Site Mobilize Labor NOCUre Materials Occupancy Community/Culture/Economic Development Director Todd Tatum explained there are many examples in the area of cities doing this well including Redmond, Bothell, Kirkland, Woodinville, Tukwila, Port of Vancouver, and Puyallup. He reviewed: • Case Study — Woodinville o Public -Private Partnership o City -led initiation on City -owned land o Included developing a development strategy, vision for the site, conducting an RFP and selecting a partner o Innovative use of space ■ 5 acre property ■ 264 unit mixed use ■ 40,000 square feet of retail ■ 400 parking spaces for visitors and residents ■ Space for YMCA ■ City retained ownership of several walkways and plazas developed by developer N "" nE 175TH ST Q — YH A SCHOOLHOU5E DISTRICT o - Q = 1 - Grand Lawn 2 - Woodinville 5tel. 3 - Festiva€Street O 4 - Schoolftouse Stroll i - 5ehoolyard � i iVMCwnin:c Rbec•a� 6 - Teacher's Pet Park p 19cp oxW 7 Interactive Forest '•' •�-- B - Residential Courtyard CITY HALL Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 13 Packet Pg. 34 8.1.a Case Study — Tukwila Village o Area associated with crime, overlooked by developers, and lacked quality housing options o Public -Private Partnerships o City -led initiation o Expansion of public space o Urban Renewal and Revitalization Plan o Overall investment ■ $1 OM from King Library who constructed a library ■ $7M from City of Tukwila for property acquisition and street frontage improvements ■ $ 1 M from Washington State Transportation Improvement Board ■ $113M in developer financing including $20M in low income housing tax credits o Formed Tukwila Village Community Development Association whose mission is to improve the social welfare of the public in Tukwila and the residents of Tukwila Village by promoting arts, economic development, education, health and community building. Mr. Tatum commented the timeline is admittedly relative short. The option timeline is shorter than some other cities which he acknowledged creates stress. Any project includes a triple constraint: scope, schedule and budget. The property answers years of questions, but the project needs support. To the question of whether this project is staff and administration asking the council to approve $37M purchase and $130M construction costs, the answer is no. This project is designed to give the City the best chance of attracting the best partners and lowering the total cost of ownership and development for the City while also maximizing the amount of public space the City gets via this project. The funding request will provide answers to inform council's work and to make sound, strategic decisions. The intent is strategy and not tactics which is what this budget request is about. Mr. Tatum continued, staff s intent is to lead a public process based on the best information available, think about and offer opinions on the financial and strategic risks and not get buried in the weeds of private low income tax credits when the City can pay a reasonable cost for the answers as they pertain to this property. This funding request answers the community's questions about the property. It reduces the risk of making a poor choice in acquiring this property, but also in making a poor choice in not acquiring the property if there is a real chance of making it work for a reasonable cost. This funding maximizes the likelihood that a partner will express interest. It is not a waste of money; the conversations with the community about the real prospect of City investment on Highway 99 will be invaluable in determining future work. It is real, tangible and these conversations can continue even if the project fails. He reviewed: • High Level Work Plan Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 14 Packet Pg. 35 8.1.a Fflevehipment Strategy Partnership ➢evelapunewouvelepment Agreement Master Planning RFPJs Financing Strategy Negotiating the Purchase and Sale Agreement Budget Need Categories o Due Diligence — $60k o Master Planning — $75k o Development Strategy — $95k o Project Communications — $20k Budget Request Expenditure Increase (Decrease) 001.000.333.21.019.00 Coronavirus Relief Fund (Green $(250,000) Infrastructure, specifically Green Streets) 00 1.000. 61.5 5 7.2 0.41. 00 Professional Services $ 250,000 Alternative $150,000 from Green Streets $100,000 from city-wide Professional Services sweep With regard to the applicability of using ARPA funds, Mr. Tatum answered $1.4M has been allocated in City expenditures from ARPA and about $700,000 has been spent. This is not a novel use of those funds. A number of sources address guiding principles for use of ARPA funds; investments in critical infrastructure are particularly well suited to ARPA because it helps the community and furthers residents' well-being. He relayed: 0 Staff Recommendation o Approve the request to allocate $250,000 to the Landmark 99 project account Councilmember Teitzel thanked Ms. Feser, Ms. McLaughlin and Mr. Tatum for their well thought, through presentation and he applauded them for thinking big. COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO DISCONTINUE PURSUIT OF THE PURCHASE OF THE BURLINGTON FACTORY PROPERTY AND REQUEST A REFUND OF THE $100,000 DEPOSIT. Councilmember Teitzel read the following statement: I'm appealing tonight to my fellow Councilmembers who are fiscal conservatives to discontinue pursuit of the purchase of the Burlington Coat Factory property. We are currently in the budgetary danger zone, with expenses far outstripping city revenues. That trend is simply not sustainable. We absolutely must get our financial house in order and focus squarely on delivering the key services our constituents expect. In other words, we need to get back to the basics and doing them well. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 15 Packet Pg. 36 8.1.a On June 27, I was the swing vote in approval for the Administration to proceed with placing a $100,000 fully refundable deposit toward potential purchase of the Burlington property, with the understanding that deposit would be returned to the city within six months should Council decide during that time not to pursue the purchase. I cast my vote with the understanding staff had the expertise and bandwidth to further vet the details of the potential purchase to provide Council with the information it needs to make the go/no go decision within the six month window. In that case, the financial risk to the city would be minimal since the only financial obligation was characterized as being the refundable $100,000 deposit. To reinforce my understanding, I carefully reviewed the June 27 Council meeting minutes, and confirmed that nowhere during that discussion did Staff mention the need to hire an expensive consultant to develop the needed information. Had that information been made known on June 27, I would not have voted yes and the motion to proceed would have failed that evening. I now firmly believe the financial risks to the city of the potential purchase of this property exceed the rewards. Following are several concerns about this potential purchase: 1) The $37m purchase price has been negotiated between the seller and the city and appears relatively firm unless any unforeseen encumbrances or environmental issues are uncovered during the first six months. The price was supported by a market appraisal at a cost to the city of approximately $14,000. However, the appraisal assumed a "highest and best" use of the property, which assumes it would be sold on the open market without any restrictions. The appraisal did not consider the sale would include a restriction imposed by the seller of 75/25, whereby only 25% of the property could be developed for unrestricted use while 75% must be reserved for public purposes. While the seller is apparently now willing to negotiate the percentage split after hearing concerns expressed by Council, it was mentioned in the June 27 minutes that he was asked to consider a 50150 split and he rejected that notion. So, it is clear there will continue to be a significant restriction of something in excess of 50150 in the terms of sale. 2) I have discussed the potential purchase with an expert in commercial real estate, and was advised the city should be extremely cautious since the commercial real estate market is showing signs of a significant downturn. Interest rates are up sharply making commercial real estate loans more costly. And demand for commercial properties is down. There is a very real risk the $37m asking price is not supported by market conditions, and the city should not overpay for a property with this risk in mind. 3) If the city abandons its pursuit of this purchase and the property is sold on the open market, the city stands to receive significant revenue from taxes and fees that would ease pressure to increase Edmonds property taxes. For example, the city has received approximately $500,000 in Park Impact Fees from the new Hazel Apartments project. Those fees go directly to park and open space acquisition/improvement. It can reasonably be assumed that mixed use development at the Burlington site would be far larger than the Hazel Apartments, and the city could expect to receive in excess of $lm in Park Impact Fees alone (which could be dedicated to acquiring park and open space in the Highway 99 subarea), in addition to significant property tax, sales tax and other fees from the property. 4) If the seller attempts to sell the property on the open market and finds willing buyers are not stepping forward due to the price level and sale conditions imposed, the city may be interested in reengaging with the seller about potential purchase of a portion of the property in partnership with a development entity. However, it now appears the seller is unwilling to sell parcels individually, and we are foregoing the potential to acquire a smaller parcel if we proceed now to the next phase of the purchase of the entire property —with much greater financial risk to the city. Over the past several weeks, my fellow Councilmembers and I have received a great volume of input from our constituents about this proposed purchase. The message is clear: the great majority have significant concerns about the great financial risk to our taxpayers. Instead of pursuing this purchase, our Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 16 Packet Pg. 37 constituents are asking us to rededicate ourselves to the basics of city government and provide services they view as essential. I agree. Here are a few essential items expected by our citizens that Council and the Administration need to focus on over the next several years: 1) We must complete the Wastewater Treatment Plant project so the system is functioning as designed. This project is fundamental to our quality of life and our ability to absorb anticipated population growth throughout our city. 2) We must accelerate our sidewalk installation and repair program to enhance walkability and ADA compliance in Edmonds, paying particular attention to the Highway 99 subarea. 3) We must accelerate the installation of bicycle lanes to increase safe local bicycle usage and reduce vehicular trips, in support of the goals of our Climate Action Plan. 4) We must enhance police protection in the Highway 99 subarea, and establish a police substation on the corridor to create an active police presence to deter crime. An active police presence in the area would also enable more frequent patrols of the Interurban Trail to enhance the safety and enjoyment of that amenity by all. 5) We must establish a proactive roadside trash clean up and abandoned shopping cart retrieval plan for all sectors of Edmonds to keep our city clean and welcoming for residents and visitors. 6) We must establish plans to restore our watersheds and estuaries (including Perrinville Creek, Shell Creek, the Edmonds Marsh estuary, etc.) to support healthy salmon populations and enhance public enjoyment of these spaces. 7) Now that the appeals court has ruled in Edmonds' favor regarding the Ebb Tide walkway issue, the city needs to determine how best to proceed to complete the "missing link" in the waterfront walkway. 8) Our expenses for fire and emergency services are significant: approximately 10% of our overall city budget. And those expenses are rapidly increasing. We must determine how to continue to deliver high quality fire and EMS services to our citizens at the lowest possible cost. 9) We must continue to acquire park and open space —especially in areas of our city where such spaces are currently lacking. 10) The Edmonds Library roof has been leaking for decades and is in need of complete replacement, which will be more cost effective than for the city to continue to implement temporary patches. 11) We must complete the Edmonds Comprehensive Plan by the end of 2024, which will require significant city resources and will set the overall direction for the city for the next decade. These are just a few of the many items that will require significant budget support and are things our constituents clearly want. And these are all very important items that must be accomplished within the framework of our budget before we take on expensive, speculative projects. In other words, we need to bake the cake before we add the frosting. With all of this in mind, I urge my fellow fiscal conservatives to vote in favor of my motion to discontinue pursuit of the purchase of the Burlington Factory property and request prompt return of the $100,000 deposit. Councilmember Olson commented the council did not have a presentation on the City Fund Balance Reserve and Contingency Reserve Balance tonight which she felt was very relevant to this conversation. The correct number today is the City is $4M behind the anticipated budget. She has had concerns and was looking forward to vetting that with the finance director at tonight's meeting. In general, that conversation as well as the cost of fire/EMS does not give her the warm fuzzy about the City's finances that she would like to have going into something risky and expensive. She commended staff for their work to date and the presentation that covered all the bases and told the story about possibilities. The punchline is to come back with something affordable that council could buy off on. With what she knows and does not know about the City's current finances, she was concerned there would not be a good number. The CIP/CFP includes the library roof replacement with no funding source. With inflation and the escalation in staff Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 17 Packet Pg. 38 costs over the last few years due to increasing staffing and salary increases, she was concerned the City will need to be tightening its belt, not expand and look for things that are really exciting, but not feasible right now. Councilmember Olson referred to the slide regarding plans and commitments, noting the 2022 PROS Plan was the first time a community center was mentioned and it is not in the CIP/CFP. The CIP/CFP is a very long list of prioritized capital projects and perhaps some changes will be made to the CIP/CFP this year. Staff is basically saying the council should be leapfrogging ideas that are talked about in front of projects that are already in the CIP/CFP. As Councilmember Teitzel mentioned, one of those projects is replacing the roof on a very large building, a very expensive project that has no funding identified and that is known to have mold in it. The roof has been mitigated to ensure a healthy environment inside the library, but with continued leaks that will change over time. She summarized this is absolutely not the right time. Councilmember Olson referred to a public comment by Ray Dimino that was included in the packet and that she read when the email was received, who said keep the main thing the main thing. This is not the main thing. Mr. Dimino appreciated changes he's seen over the last 15 years. His email listed several main things such as the wastewater treatment plant, potholes, enforcement, etc. where the City could be putting more time, attention, focus and money. Until those things are addressed, this might not be the right thing. Mr. Dimino also recommended having a plan to move forward. The City has a plan, the CIP/CFP. This funding request is for a project that is not on the CIP/CFP and the City cannot afford the six years' worth of projects already on the approved CIP/CFP, coupled with not being in a great financial situation. She spoke in favor of the motion, not because she wasn't excited; she would love to see this happen, but did not see after spending $250,000 that the council would have more money to put toward the project in the short term. Councilmember Nand said Councilmembers Teitzel and Olson and others who are more skeptical about this acquisition are very committed to the idea of bringing services to the Highway 99 corridor. The devil is in the details. There is a political discussion to be had; she is a business lawyer and looks at numbers and wants to know how things get done in a practical sense. She looked for comparable projects in Edmonds that could provide a template for how this development on Highway 99 would be pursued, a departure from development in that area. Currently the City's footprint in that area is Mathay Ballinger, the neighborhood city hall and the public works building. With regard to want versus need, she lives in the Highway 99 corridor and works in the Edmonds bowl which was incorporated in 1890. The name Brackett is seen a lot, a man many generations ago who had a vision for the area. In the Highway 99 area, names seen frequently are Ballinger and McAleer. Civic leaders' vision led to things like the Civic Center Playfield, the Edmonds Waterfront Center, the Boys & Girls Club, the Civic Park amphitheater, Hazel Miller Plaza, and Frances Anderson Center. Those are the result of multigenerational work that often started with the vision of 1-2 very powerful white men. When she looks at the magnitude of this project, she is not thinking how it will benefit today's taxpayers, she is looking at how it will benefit the community and region for generations to come. In counterargument to some of the arguments, Councilmember Nand said in researching the numbers, Civic Playfield was a $1.9M acquisition with state and county funds contributing a 50% match. The council approached the Snohomish County Council and the State with a vision for adding something to the community to benefit generations to come. A My Edmonds News article regarding the Edmonds Waterfront Center indicated the projected government contribution would be $6.5M out of the $16M, the remainder came from leadership of individuals, board fundraising, foundations and community campaigns. That incredible vision led to an incredible community asset that a large portion of the community can enjoy free. She toured the center with Washington State Supreme Court Justice Debra Stephens and saw a prenatal yoga class. There is nothing like that on Highway 99. For people on Highway 99, especially those from immigrant communities like her families, or blue collar people who do Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 18 Packet Pg. 39 8.1.a not own a car, east -west accessibly issues limit access to the resources in the Edmonds bowl. That is not the result of any nefarious plan, but is because the Edmonds bowl was incorporated in 1890 and there are multiple generations of vision and investment. Councilmember Nand commented the council talks a lot about equity and basic needs. Sidewalks are great, she grew up in the Highway 99 community without sidewalks on residential streets. Residents in the Highway 99 area would like a nice place to walk to or a place they would feel safe letting them walk alone. Her generation could go to Mathay Ballinger, Safeway on Highway 99, etc. People no longer feel safe and would like a police substation and an indoor community center especially during bad weather. She would personally like a library because many working class families with young families who do not own a car could benefit from amenities the public library system provides. This will take vision and investment, not toward what will happen today but what will happen in 30 years. She did not support the full $250,000 request, but supported funding due diligence and master planning. She summarized it would be an incredible mistake to walk away from this process right now. Councilmember Paine recognized staff for their hard work, noting this has been a topic of discussion in the community. She recognized that other councilmembers may receive emails from different people, but the comments she has received are close to 50150 rather than the majority being against funding this project. She echoed some of Councilmember Nand's comments; historically large amenity spaces have been acquired via the school district such as Frances Anderson Center, the Edmonds Center for the Arts, and Esperance Park which are former schools. There were no schools on the eastside of SR 99 or places for people to walk to in that great neighborhood. It is the City's duty to provide streets, streetlights, sidewalks, public safety, etc.; those are not amenities, those are the basics. Having an amenity in that neighborhood is crucial. She referenced community renewal, recognizing this will be multi -year and the horizon that should be considered is 50-100 years. This is a rare opportunity; she could not think of another 10-acre parcel that the City would have the opportunity to purchase. She did not support the motion and believed the project should be fully funded. If at the end of the project, when the information is available, then the council can bring all its thoughts, collective goodwill and duty to Edmonds' future. This is an opportunity to look to the future. Councilmember Chen thanked Ms. Feser, Ms. McLaughlin and Mr. Tatum for their hard work. From the beginning, he has been very skeptical, and still wants to proceed with an abundance of caution. He referred the $100,000 deposit the council authorized to hold the property until December 31, 2023. He asked if the seller could walk away anytime or do they have to commit to certain restrictions. City Attorney Jeff Taraday answered during the first six months of the option period, it was contemplated the parties would negotiate in good faith to finalize the terms of the purchase and sale agreement that would be attached to the option. During the first six month period, because there were so many things that needed to be negotiated, it was understood if the parties could not reach agreement during that time, the agreement would eventually terminate and the parties would return to their starting places. Councilmember Chen recalled about a month ago the council was negotiating the possible acquisition of property south of SR-104. The administration signed a purchase agreement without council's knowledge, but the seller abandoned the City. Under the current contract, the seller can walk away at any time. Even though he is excited about the possibility, at this point it is premature to allocate $250,000 without any requirements for the seller. The City could spend the money and end up with nothing like happened with the property south of SR-104. He preferred to stick with the original plan when the option agreement was signed; there are three smart, experienced directors on the task who have the expertise to develop answers by December 31, 2023 whether to move forward to the next stage. If the council decides to move ahead, that is the time to invest money in the work that needs to be done. The City does not have the money and he was not comfortable with redirecting the ARPA funds away from small businesses who suffered Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 19 Packet Pg. 40 8.1.a during the pandemic. That is what Congress intended the ARPA funds to be used for, to help the small businesses. Councilmember Teitzel raised a point of order, suggesting Councilmember Chen was not speaking to the motion. Mayor Nelson responding given that Councilmember Teitzel enumerated 11 other things the City should be spending money on, Councilmember Chen can be given grace in his comments. Councilmember Chen said he was speaking to the main motion. He did not support the main motion but also did not want to invest $250,000 at the moment. Councilmember Buckshnis said she is very fiscally conservative and has been through 12 budget cycles. Some councilmembers do not appear to understand the importance of the budget season and that the council is in the budget season now. The combined salaries of the three directors making this request is extremely expensive. She did not envision a seller walking away from a $37M price tag. She expressed support for the motion, advising approximately 90% of the comments she has received say no and 10% say yes. She referred to the half -year information provided by staff, noting there are more than 11 items that have not been completed or even started. The City needs to get back to basics, and she has issues with the entire budget. She expressed concern with trying to get this accomplished in four months, anticipating the case studies that staff provided likely took years. To do this in four months is just gambling, throwing the dice and she is a fiscal conservative, not a gambler. Anyone that has been through the budget season and understands numbers like she and Councilmember Teitzel do, will realize the City needs to slow down. She suggested if the seller put the property on the market, it was unlikely to sell and the City could plan accordingly next year. The council needs to get serious about its budget and this is not money the City cannot afford to spend now. She urged councilmembers to vote in favor of the motion. Council President Tibbott agreed with comments made on both sides and appreciated the presentation made by the three directors which brought inspiration and potential pathways, but also a level of caution. He agreed this needed to be approached with an abundance of caution. Assuming the council goes forward, he was interested in only funding due diligence and master planning at this time. He needs to know the situation on the ground and a basic site plan, what's possible on the site. Councilmember Teitzel raised a point of order, suggesting Council President Tibbott was not speaking to the motion. Mayor Nelson responded the point of the motion was to stop funding the plan; Council President Tibbott was citing specific budget needs for the plan so he ruled point not taken. Council President Tibbott continued it was premature to stop the investigation. The citizen advisory group has not yet been convened nor have other boards and commissions provided input. It is high time to get input from across the City and engage with citizen groups and gather additional information. If the process stops now, that opportunity will be missed. He acknowledged the City was struggling with its budgetary needs, but if a way to fund the basics could be determined, he would be interested. He did not support the motion. Councilmember Buckshnis referred to Ordinance 4079 regarding Planned Highway 99 Subarea includes Option I that states Highway 99 Subarea Plan is not an essential public facility as defined by RCW 36.70A.200I and any future projects which meet the definition of an essential public facility will not quality as planned action. She asked if this would be in violation of Ordinance 4079 due to plans for a public facility. Mr. Taraday answered essential public facilities are things like jails, major transit stops, etc. That language just means anything that falls in that category would have to go through a normal SEPA process. Ordinance 4079 exempts planned development from the normal SEPA process but because essential public facilities are not part of the planned development, they would still have to go through the normal SEPA process. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 20 Packet Pg. 41 8.1.a Councilmember Buckshnis asked if the development strategy would require a SEPA process. Mr. Taraday answered development of the site is yet -to -determined so it is unclear whether it would fall within the contemplated development in Ordinance 4079 or not. UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION FAILED (3-4), COUNCILMEMBERS TEITZEL, BUCKSHNIS AND OLSON VOTING YES; COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT AND COUNCILMEMBERS CHEN, PAINE AND NAND VOTING NO. COUNCILMEMBER NAND MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT, TO FUND THE REQUEST FOR $135,000 TO COVER DUE DILIGENCE AND MASTER PLANNING FROM THE GREEN STREETS INITIATIVE. Councilmember Nand agreed it was premature to step away from this project at this point; however, moving the project forward requires majority council approval. She was not aware of anyone who purchase property without doing due diligence; that is an essential need for all councilmembers in deciding whether to make this a 2024 budget priority and beyond. Master planning outside the current administration could be very beneficial, staff is spread very thin and are working miracles with slim staffing. She was comfortable funding those asks through outside consultants and based on the information provided, making a discretionary decision on a future date whether to fund the development strategy and communication aspects of this plan. Councilmember Paine asked staff to review steps that would be included in the development strategy. It was her understanding the master planning would be done via a RFP. Mr. Tatum answered one of the first things that needs to happen with a development strategy is a market analysis very specific to this location and this market, what is needed to pencil out for the private market to put market rate housing, low income housing or retail in the current environment. Proforma financial analysis needs to be done; for example if the market could bring 400 housing units, what is the return from a tax perspective and a revenue perspective. Also, how much a developer would be willing to pay for underlying land value. A proforma financial analysis would also explore different ownership structures such as lease -back and what that would return to the City. For example, if the City decided to bond for $37M, does a lease -back provide the amount necessary to meet costs. Council workshops would also be part of that effort, talking with staff who have been engaged in work like this, visiting different projects, etc. Working through the partnership structure and timing recommendations; what type of partnerships and how they could be phased over the life of the project to ensure it is affordable for the City and developing an RFP for those partners. Councilmember Paine responded that sounded like a lot of the financial details the council would be interested in reviewing and what the Economic Development Commission would be asked to look at and review with the advisory committee and planning board. She did not want to miss out on this part of the project as it will explain the value of the property to the City now and in the future and what revenues could be expected. She always expected that this site would be tax revenue generating likely above what the City currently receives. She was willing to support funding the due diligence and master planning but also wanted to add $95,000 for a development strategy. If this motion is approved, she will make a motion to fund the development strategy. Council President Tibbott said he had difficulty supporting $135,000 at this time. During the next four months, a bare bones assessment needs to be done. COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAND, TO REDUCE THE FUNDING TO $85,000 WITH $50,000 OF THAT COMING FROM ARPA FUNDING GREEN STREETS PROGRAM. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 21 Packet Pg. 42 8.1.a Councilmember Chen shared information provided by Ms. Feser regarding how much has been spent on Long Bay Real Estate consulting services; the City has paid $14,941.25 to Long Bay Consulting related to the Burlington Factory property, $14,500 with CBIE, an outside appraisal company and $23,626 for OTAK for site analysis. A lot of work has been done to learn about the site, but that information has not been shared with the council. Ms. McLaughlin has done extensive work on this potential site acquisition, talking to different agencies to explore funding options and he recalled she invited him for a site tour about a year ago. If that information is available, possibly additional funds do not need to be spent. He agreed with Council President Tibbott that the council just needs barebones information to decide whether to move forward to the next phase or not. The price also needs to be negotiated to reflect market value; he questioned where the $37M figure came from, whether it was comparable offers. The task at hand is to negotiate the value of the land. He did not support the motion. Councilmember Nand thanked Mr. Tatum for enumerating the specific components of the development strategy. She noted some things could be done by the council without engaging a consultant; for example, council workshops. The council could do its own research, visiting the case studies and educating themselves. It would be beneficial to the City's administration to utilize the lobbying and cheerleading abilities of councilmembers. Councilmembers can identify potential partners and begin discussions without having that led by a consultant at this very exploratory stage. Her message to the administration is this is a very high profile proposition, it has generated a lot of excitement, debate and commentary and has almost, based on discussion tonight, become a referendum on the political status. Striping away the political overlay, the council just needs enough information to make a decision in the next four months. Councilmember Nand asked if that information could be provided for $85,000. Ms. McLaughlin answered directors are aware of the budget and have brought the leanest possible proposal. Staff has had these conversations about how can council help develop partnerships, having conversations with the community, broadening the umbrella, etc. She assured staff will lean on the council, EDC, planning board, etc. However, there is technical expertise that is not available inhouse. There is no one on City staff that does appraisals, there are no architects that design building footprints and calculate parking or the site layout with multiple options, in real time with community conversations to identify a desirable footprint and site plan. That information is absolutely critical in this first phase. The City is lowering the risk by frontloading the project with this information; these are the foundational decisions that council will need to make at the four month mark. Ms. McLaughlin continued, staff believes the information can be provided within four months to give council the confidence to decide whether to go to the next step. With regard to Councilmember Chen's comments about information, the City has no information on site planning, financing strategies or due diligence such as soil contamination. The consultants can provide technical expertise that is not available inhouse. Tasks such as project communications can be done by staff with the help of board, commissions and council. Possibly the development strategy could be trimmed, but the tasks mentioned by Mr. Tatum are foundational and that expertise is not available inhouse. She summarized she did not believe the cost could be reduced. Councilmember Nand agreed with doing due diligence. Council President Tibbott's amendment would leave $15,000 outside the projected expenditures for due diligence to cover master planning, development strategy and project communication and asked if that would be feasible to move the project forward to the four month decision point. Mr. Tatum said based on the questions everyone is asking, the answer is no. Everyone is asking serious, technical questions because they want details and have the confidence to enter into the next phase wisely. The triple constraints of any project, scope, schedule and budget, the schedule is constrained which is addressed by reducing the scope. In his opinion, if the scope is reduced too significantly, the council will not have the answers it needs. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 22 Packet Pg. 43 8.1.a Councilmember Paine asked what staff would choose if they had to make a decision about what could be delayed in terms of scope. Ms. McLaughlin answered the staff team has the most expertise in master planning and likely could do some of it inhouse. She was sure the same could not be said about financing strategies. With regard to master planning, the vision will be the foundation for years to come and staff does not want to cut that short by reducing those costs now. A vision plays a part in partners, financing and delivering community facilities and needs. Councilmember Teitzel asked if staff was saying unless council approves the $250,000 funding request, council will not have the information it needs to make a well informed decision by the end of 2023. Mr. Tatum answered $250,000 will successfully set up the next steps. If this was funded at $200,000, the answers council wants could be provided although it would require some scrambling. Councilmember Teitzel said the next step in 12 months during 2024 is where the City will invest $ I M in earnest money which is nonrefundable. Mr. Tatum agreed. Councilmember Teitzel observed the risk to taxpayers increases exponentially next year based on what council decides at the end of 2023. Mr. Tatum advised the $1M is due December 31, 2024. The risk is not about $lM, it is related to setting the trajectory of this project for success. It is a short timeframe and staff wants the trajectory to be one that is most likely to succeed. Fully funding this budget request sets it on a trajectory for success and making good, sound decisions early on. COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT WITHDREW THE AMENDMENT WITH THE AGREEMENT OF THE SECOND. UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION FAILED (2-5), COUNCILMEMBERS PAINE AND NAND VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS TEITZEL, CHEN, BUCKSHNIS AND OLSON AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT VOTING NO. COUNCILMEMBER NAND MOVED TO FUND THE $60,000 ASK FOR DUE DILIGENCE OUT OF THE GREEN STREETS FUND. MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAND, TO FUND THE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY COMING OUT OF THE GREEN STREETS FUND. Councilmember Paine said the financial aspects of the development strategy will be crucial and she would like to see the data it provides. Councilmember Olson pointed out the mayor has contracting authority for up to $100,000. If there is a feeling $100,000 cannot be spent from the General Fund because it is not affordable, that is very telling. She did not support funding $95,000 for the development strategy, but if the mayor chooses to proceed with that, the General Fund could be the source. If the funds are not available in the General Fund, then the development strategy should not be funded. Councilmember Teitzel recalled Councilmember Chen reporting approximately $50,000 had been spent on appraisal related costs for the property acquisition. He asked if the mayor would have the ability to spend another $100,000 in addition to that $50,000 or if the contracting limit was $50,000 due to the funds already spent. Mr. Taraday answered traditionally he has understood the mayor's contracting authority to be on a per vendor basis, up to $100,000 for goods and services with each contract with a different vendor. If $100,000 was exceeded with any vendor, that would require council approval. If the council disagrees with what he understands the mayor's contracting authority to be, that authority is delegated from the council to the mayor and that could be clarified by the council via a subsequent action. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 23 Packet Pg. 44 8.1.a Councilmember Nand said she was opposed to Councilmember Olson's suggestion. If funding is allocated to this project, it should be allocated from the dais. There have been previous attempts related to acquisition of the Unocal property and other open space where the administration has been accused of trying to hide the ball from council by utilizing the spending authority in this exploratory way. She did think it was fair to send mixed signals to the administration that when council does not have the political will or does not want to take flax from angry citizens to spend taxpayer money in a certain way, then the administration should do that. She supported either the council voting to say this is a good expenditure of taxpayer money or the council voting to say they did not feel it was a good expenditure of taxpayer's money and that the council should ultimately be responsible for that decision. If the council decides to walk away from this, the council should bear the political cost of that decision as well. Council President Tibbott observed the intent was for staff to provide the council a budget presentation. He will be working on the details and bringing them back. COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO TABLE THIS ITEM UNTIL THE BUDGET SCENARIO IS DEVELOPED SO HE IS MORE CONFIDENT IN WHAT COULD POSSIBLY BE INVESTED. UPON ROLL CALL, MOTION CARRIED (4-3), COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT AND COUNCILMEMBERS BUCKSHNIS, PAINE AND NAND VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS TEITZEL, CHEN AND OLSON VOTING NO. 10. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Nelson thanked City staff for their work on the Landmark property acquisition proposal and budget request. The council has heard from a select group of people as well as 900 residents who have ideas about what this project could be. When he thinks about the fear that is being shared and concern being perpetuated and the misinformation that is being widely fanned and flamed, he was still hopeful that the benefits, the possibilities, the opportunities and the wonderful things that could potentially come from this project will come to fruition because at the end of the day, "nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity." 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Buckshnis thanked everyone who commented and sent the council information. Her cell phone is not working so people can't call her, but she received at least 115 emails today although she has not reviewed them all. Work on the marsh continues; a work party is planned for tomorrow, Wednesday and Saturday, 9-11 a.m. to remove nightshade and spread wood chips. Councilmember Teitzel expressed amazement that so many people were willing to donate their time to the City for the good of all including the Floretum Garden Club and, volunteers in the marsh removing invasive nightshade and spreading wood chips. He participated in that work and can attest it is very hard work. He also expressed appreciation for the volunteers who serve on City boards and commissions, ECA volunteers, etc. Edmonds is fortunate to have engaged citizens who care about the City and want to donate their precious time. Council President Tibbott announced a volunteer appreciation event on September 5 at 4:30 p.m. at Civic Playfield; board and commission members will receive an invitation. It will be an opportunity to thank volunteers and enjoy time together. Council President Tibbott relayed the comprehensive planning process is supposed to be interesting and fun. It is exciting to learn about the City, explore environmental impacts, etc. He hoped citizens would engage in the process of imaging the prepared future together. He announced Popsicles in the Park at Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 24 Packet Pg. 45 8.1.a Mathay Ballinger on August 23 at 2:30 p.m. and at Hickman Park at 4:30 p.m., and August 24 at 4:30 at Five Corners. These are opportunities to talk about their interests and provide input. Councilmember Paine referred to comments in the community that the Landmark project was driven by the administration. She explained funds for land acquisition have been included in the last three budgets. The most recent budget included funds for public safety on Highway 99. The idea of a community center was raised as part of the PROS Plan. This has been council directed in many ways and staff is doing their job by finding ways to put it all together. Those items have been council priorities for the last few years. She looked forward to returning to this topic in the future, noting one of the comments she had heard was there have not been enough input from the residents near Lake Ballinger. The Landmark property is in their neighborhood and it will be important to hear from the residents and the business community. Councilmember Paine recognized the members of the carpenters' union who have spoken during the last four meetings, most of them staying for the entire meeting. She appreciated their talking about the pride they take in the work they do. She referred to Seattle projects including the China Gate next to Yesler Way overpass. Councilmember Olson pointed out Cascadia Art Museum is a jewel in Edmonds; the arts are one of her passions as well as a passion of others in the community. The arts make Edmonds special and different. She encouraged the public to attend Cascadia Art Museum's annual fundraiser this weekend. With regard to her comment about the mayor using his contracting authority, she clarified her statement was related to the source of the funds being General Funds versus ARPA funds and if that amount of General Fund could not be spared, maybe it was not a good expenditure. She is always willing to take the heat for her votes and has many times in the past and that was not the reason for making that suggestion. Councilmember Nand commented there have been many important statements made tonight about politics, funding, taxes and land. She reported a community member brought a sick rabbit to her house, a rabbit that appeared to be experiencing a seizure. If there are other sick rabbits in the community; she is an animal rescuer and will transport cottontails to a wildlife rehab and transport domestic or domestic feral rabbits to a veterinary. There has been an outbreak of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (HD) causing massive die offs of the Langley colony and people are finding deal rabbit everywhere. She encouraged anyone finding a dead rabbit to contact the state veterinary office because they are tracking the outbreak. She encouraged rabbit owners to get their rabbits vaccinated for HD. She invited the public to reach out to her for more information or if they find a sick or dead rabbit. VIE 1XIIII9Zi With no further business, the council meeting was adjourned at 9:57 p.m. Edmonds City Council Draft Minutes August 22, 2023 Page 25 Packet Pg. 46 8.2 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Approval of claim checks and wire payments. Staff Lead: Dave Turley Department: Administrative Services Preparer: Nori Jacobson Background/History Approval of claim checks #258865 through #258961 dated August 24, 2023 for $2,400,003.60, checks #258962 through #259067 dated August 31, 2023 for $745,175.38 and wire payments of $46,167.26, $4,558.60 and $3,548.23. Staff Recommendation Approval of claim checks and wire payments. Narrative The Council President shall be designated as the auditing committee for the city council. The council president shall review the documentation supporting claims paid and review for approval by the city council at its next regular public meeting all checks or warrants issued in payment of any claim, demand or voucher. A list of each claim, demand or voucher approved and each check or warrant issued indicating the check or warrant number, the amount paid and the vendor or payee shall be filed in the city council office for review by individual councilmembers prior to each regularly scheduled public meeting. Attachments: Claims 08-24-23 agenda copy Claims 08-31-23 Agenda copy Packet Pg. 47 8.2.a apPosPay Positive Pay Listing Page: 1 8/24/2023 12:10:55PM City of Edmonds Document group: jacobson Vendor Code & Name Check # Check Date Amount 076040 911 SUPPLY INC 258865 8/24/2023 1,267.11 065052 AARD PEST CONTROL 258866 8/24/2023 109.40 000135 ABSCO ALARMS INC 258867 8/24/2023 3,382.68 001528 AM TEST INC 258868 8/24/2023 60.00 073573 ANIXTER 258869 8/24/2023 641.78 065473 APSCO LLC 258870 8/24/2023 5,939.38 069751 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES 258871 8/24/2023 292.90 078763 ARTIFACT 258872 8/24/2023 7,000.00 070305 AUTOMATIC FUNDS TRANSFER 258873 8/24/2023 1,729.20 001801 AUTOMATIC W ILBERT VAULT CO 258874 8/24/2023 961.00 069226 BHC CONSULTANTS LLC 258875 8/24/2023 796.07 028050 BILL PIERRE FORD INC 258876 8/24/2023 395.79 074307 BLUE STAR GAS 258877 8/24/2023 1,157.43 072571 BUILDERS EXCHANGE 258878 8/24/2023 45.00 003001 BUILDERS SAND & GRAVEL 258879 8/24/2023 729.30 073029 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES 258880 8/24/2023 1,388.38 071816 CARLSON, JESSICA 258881 8/24/2023 1,287.00 075092 CASCADE BICYCLE CLUB ED FNDN 258882 8/24/2023 2,000.00 069813 CDW GOVERNMENT INC 258883 8/24/2023 461.60 078852 CEBAN, DAN 258884 8/24/2023 383.75 003510 CENTRAL WELDING SUPPLY 258885 8/24/2023 313.93 063902 CITY OF EVERETT 258886 8/24/2023 534.60 019215 CITY OF LYNNWOOD 258887 8/24/2023 42,307.00 076107 COMPASS HEALTH 258888 8/24/2023 9,534.11 065683 CORRY'S FINE DRY CLEANING 258889 8/24/2023 212.74 006200 DAILY JOURNAL OF COMMERCE 258890 8/24/2023 585.60 077437 DASH MEDICAL GLOVES INC 258891 8/24/2023 620.13 076043 DEERE & COMPANY 258892 8/24/2023 23,664.77 006626 DEPT OF ECOLOGY 258893 8/24/2023 840.00 064531 DINES, JEANNIE 258894 8/24/2023 560.00 076172 DK SYSTEMS 258895 8/24/2023 708.37 007253 DUNN LUMBER 258896 8/24/2023 158.13 007625 EDMONDS ARTS FESTIVAL 258897 8/24/2023 500.00 007675 EDMONDS AUTO PARTS 258898 8/24/2023 90.42 076610 EDMONDS HERO HARDWARE 258899 8/24/2023 313.98 069523 EDMONDS P&R YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP 258900 8/24/2023 75.00 008705 EDMONDS WATER DIVISION 258901 8/24/2023 10,156.89 008812 ELECTRONIC BUSINESS MACHINES 258902 8/24/2023 826.90 009350 EVERETT DAILY HERALD 258903 8/24/2023 268.32 009815 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 258904 8/24/2023 5,935.67 072493 FIRSTLINE COMMUNICATIONS INC 258905 8/24/2023 11,492.00 012199 GRAINGER 258906 8/24/2023 6,670.76 074722 GUARDIAN SECURITY SYSTEMS 258907 8/24/2023 66.85 012560 HACH COMPANY 258908 8/24/2023 1,059.44 076333 HASA INC 258909 8/24/2023 8,791.80 074966 HIATT CONSULTING LLC 258910 8/24/2023 900.00 061013 HONEY BUCKET 258911 8/24/2023 155.87 078466 HUSTLE BASKETBALL LLC 258912 8/24/2023 1,365.00 069733 ICONIX WATERWORKS INC 258913 8/24/2023 1,300.14 014940 INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEMS 258914 8/24/2023 574.49 072627 INTRADO LIFE & SAFETY INC 258915 8/24/2023 500.00 079364 JADE CHEUNG 258916 8/24/2023 150.00 017135 LANDAU ASSOCIATES INC 258917 8/24/2023 743.75 Page: 1 Packet Pg. 48 8.2.a apPosPay Positive Pay Listing 8/24/2023 12:10:55PM City of Edmonds Document group: jacobson Vendor Code & Name Check # Check Date Amount 079366 LEISER, SHAUN 258918 8/24/2023 845.00 075159 LIFE INSURANCE CO OF NO AMER 258919 8/24/2023 16,007.22 018980 LYNNWOOD HONDA 258920 8/24/2023 43.44 074263 LYNNWOOD WINSUPPLY CO 258921 8/24/2023 795.79 079084 MCLAUGHLIN, SUSAN 258922 8/24/2023 85.88 020039 MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 258923 8/24/2023 38.96 020900 MILLERS EQUIP & RENT ALL INC 258924 8/24/2023 46.40 072151 MLA ENGINEERING PLLC 258925 8/24/2023 1,000.00 018950 NAPA AUTO PARTS 258926 8/24/2023 37.75 064215 NORTHWEST PUMP & EQUIP CO 258927 8/24/2023 458.02 002079 OPEN SQUARE 258928 8/24/2023 27,373.41 065051 PARAMETRIX INC 258929 8/24/2023 3,290.60 072507 PEACE OF MIND OFFICE SUPPORT 258930 8/24/2023 136.00 079337 PEORIA FORD 258931 8/24/2023 105,370.00 072384 PLAY-WELLTEKNOLOGIES 258932 8/24/2023 3,528.00 076892 PNCWA 258933 8/24/2023 1,300.00 029117 PORT OFEDMONDS 258934 8/24/2023 1,054.80 078792 PP -WA LLC PILCHUCK VET HOSP 258935 8/24/2023 603.44 068657 ROBERT HALF 258936 8/24/2023 1,465.04 064769 ROMAINE ELECTRIC 258937 8/24/2023 380.99 069477 ROTARY OFFSET PRESS INC 258938 8/24/2023 2,910.10 072440 SCORDINO, JOE 258939 8/24/2023 1,589.50 036041 SETINAMFGCO 258940 8/24/2023 1,597.83 063306 SHERWIN-WILLIAMS 258941 8/24/2023 107.13 075391 SIDEWALK CINEMA 258942 8/24/2023 6,165.92 036955 SKY NURSERY 258943 8/24/2023 103.66 037801 SNO CO HUMAN SERVICE DEPT 258944 8/24/2023 3,238.71 037375 SNO CO PUD NO 1 258945 8/24/2023 25,702.55 076433 SNOHOMISH COUNTY 911 258946 8/24/2023 79,997.25 037303 SO SNOHOMISH CO FIRE & RESCUE 258947 8/24/2023 1,889,024.00 075675 SORENSON FORENSICS LLC 258948 8/24/2023 16,856.00 040430 STONEWAY ELECTRIC SUPPLY 258949 8/24/2023 46.41 066056 THE SEATTLE TIMES 258950 8/24/2023 2,000.00 072649 THE WIDE FORMAT COMPANY 258951 8/24/2023 232.05 067865 VERIZON WIRELESS 258952 8/24/2023 20.59 072312 VERSATILE MOBILE SYSTEMS INC 258953 8/24/2023 751.40 069889 VETERINARY SPECIALTY CENTER 258954 8/24/2023 2,043.69 061485 WA ST DEPT OF HEALTH 258955 8/24/2023 816.00 047455 WA ST DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION 258956 8/24/2023 4,478.98 075635 WCP SOLUTIONS 258957 8/24/2023 11,099.35 073552 WELCO SALES LLC 258958 8/24/2023 461.03 077286 WSP USA INC 258959 8/24/2023 22,112.01 071634 ZAYO GROUP LLC 258960 8/24/2023 1,841.49 011900 ZIPLY FIBER 258961 8/24/2023 942.78 GrandTota I : 2,400,003.60 Total count: 97 Page: 2 Packet Pg. 49 8.2.b apPosPay Positive Pay Listing Page: 1 8/31/2023 7:28:15AM City of Edmonds Document group: jacobson Vendor Code & Name Check # Check Date Amount 065052 AARD PEST CONTROL 258962 8/31/2023 85.09 065568 ALLWATER INC 258963 8/31/2023 91.16 001528 AM TEST INC 258964 8/31/2023 505.00 074306 AMWINS GROUP BENEFITS INC 258965 8/31/2023 9,009.06 073573 ANIXTER 258966 8/31/2023 790.48 074718 AQUATIC SPECIALTY SERVICES INC 258967 8/31/2023 2,528.92 069751 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES 258968 8/31/2023 2,196.34 069751 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES 258969 8/31/2023 292.90 079353 ASPECT CONSULTING LLC 258970 8/31/2023 3,790.25 070305 AUTOMATIC FUNDS TRANSFER 258971 8/31/2023 1,322.75 072325 BATTERIES PLUS 258972 8/31/2023 2,228.01 073041 BECK & ASSOCIATES PLLC 258973 8/31/2023 3,482.00 012005 BENDIKSEN & BALL POLYGRAPH 258974 8/31/2023 300.00 002258 BENS EVER READY 258975 8/31/2023 1,561.37 003074 BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY 258976 8/31/2023 2,423.80 075342 BORUCHOWITZ, ROBERT 258977 8/31/2023 2,392.50 079245 BOXLEY, DAVID 258978 8/31/2023 1,000.00 073901 CALDWELL SCULPTURE STUDIO 258979 8/31/2023 650.00 018495 CALPORTLAND COMPANY 258980 8/31/2023 800.65 073029 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES 258981 8/31/2023 1,399.10 077353 CAPITOL CONSULTING LLC 258982 8/31/2023 3,900.00 069813 CDW GOVERNMENT INC 258983 8/31/2023 17,492.08 075162 CITIES DIGITAL INC 258984 8/31/2023 22,375.15 063902 CITY OF EVERETT 258985 8/31/2023 2,803.80 070323 COMCAST BUSINESS 258986 8/31/2023 398.81 004867 COOPER, JACK F 258987 8/31/2023 5,848.20 073823 DAVID EVANS & ASSOC INC 258988 8/31/2023 2,679.23 072174 DEMIERO JAZZ FESTIVAL 258989 8/31/2023 2,138.50 006635 DEPT OF LICENSING 258990 8/31/2023 49,518.99 075240 DERRY, WILLIAM 258991 8/31/2023 300.00 079252 DOENGES, JESS 258992 8/31/2023 600.00 065739 DTG RECYCLE 258993 8/31/2023 4,888.98 007253 DUNN LUMBER 258994 8/31/2023 500.36 068292 EDGE ANALYTICAL 258995 8/31/2023 1,406.00 076610 EDMONDS HERO HARDWARE 258996 8/31/2023 100.67 008550 EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT #15 258997 8/31/2023 210,000.00 008688 EDMONDS VETERINARY HOSPITAL 258998 8/31/2023 224.00 008705 EDMONDS WATER DIVISION 258999 8/31/2023 3,159.99 008812 ELECTRONIC BUSINESS MACHINES 259000 8/31/2023 519.73 009815 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 259001 8/31/2023 12,252.24 072634 GCP W W HOLDCO LLC 259002 8/31/2023 239.54 079348 GONZALEZ JR, ANTONIO 259003 8/31/2023 555.00 012199 GRAINGER 259004 8/31/2023 1,178.24 076436 GRANITE CONSTRUCTION CO 259005 8/31/2023 161,436.33 074804 HARLES, JANINE 259006 8/31/2023 300.00 013140 HENDERSON, BRIAN 259007 8/31/2023 539.25 074966 HIATT CONSULTING LLC 259008 8/31/2023 200.00 013500 HINGSON, ROBERT 259009 8/31/2023 3,331.60 076240 HM PACIFIC NORTHWEST INC 259010 8/31/2023 909.38 061013 HONEY BUCKET 259011 8/31/2023 624.10 076488 HULBERT, MATTHEW STIEG 259012 8/31/2023 1,000.00 073548 INDOFF INCORPORATED 259013 8/31/2023 154.66 075062 JAMESTOWN NETWORKS 259014 8/31/2023 651.95 Page: 1 Packet Pg. 50 apPosPay Positive Pay Listing 8/31/2023 7:28:15AM City of Edmonds Document group: jacobson Vendor Code & Name Check # Check Date Amount 079318 JAY DIGITAL STRATEGIES 259015 8/31/2023 10,000.00 078965 KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN 259016 8/31/2023 1,103.00 078250 KAUFER DMC LLC 259017 8/31/2023 300.00 072650 KCDA PURCHASING COOPERATIVE 259018 8/31/2023 255.06 079069 KISHA POST 259019 8/31/2023 2,800.00 067568 KPG PSOMAS INC 259020 8/31/2023 30,252.50 016850 KUKER RANKEN INC 259021 8/31/2023 115.44 078500 LEFTA SYSTEMS 259022 8/31/2023 6,763.40 067725 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 259023 8/31/2023 751.52 069043 MAYA SOLEIL LLC DBA GLOBALHEAT 259024 8/31/2023 50.00 020039 MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 259025 8/31/2023 244.95 020900 MILLERS EQUIP & RENT ALL INC 259026 8/31/2023 22.10 079223 MOORE, ANGELA 259027 8/31/2023 390.60 075542 NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE SUPPLY 259028 8/31/2023 26.54 079371 OLSON, ZACH 259029 8/31/2023 465.60 075694 PACIFIC SOUND DESIGN 259030 8/31/2023 2,100.00 079369 PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 259031 8/31/2023 181.99 071559 PUBLIC SAFETY PSYCHOLOGICAL SV 259032 8/31/2023 900.00 030400 PUGET SOUND CLEAN AIR AGENCY 259033 8/31/2023 167.82 046900 PUGET SOUND ENERGY 259034 8/31/2023 4,062.17 030780 QUIRING MONUMENTS INC 259035 8/31/2023 291.00 068657 ROBERT HALF 259036 8/31/2023 3,303.21 074256 RYDIN DECAL 259037 8/31/2023 746.28 079174 SAVANNAH POWERS 259038 8/31/2023 367.50 066918 SEDOR, NORMAN 259039 8/31/2023 14,000.00 063306 SHERWIN-WILLIAMS 259040 8/31/2023 107.13 037375 SNO CO PUD NO 1 259041 8/31/2023 7,220.82 063941 SNO CO SHERIFFS OFFICE 259042 8/31/2023 1,700.00 079132 SNOHOMISH CO CONSERVATION & 259043 8/31/2023 238.53 072776 SNOHOMISH CONSERVATION DIST 259044 8/31/2023 60,365.35 075875 SOUND CLEANING RESOURCES INC 259045 8/31/2023 1,165.67 075024 STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOC 259046 8/31/2023 5,000.00 074797 SUPER CHARGE MARKETING LLC 259047 8/31/2023 650.00 078929 SUSTAIN MUSIC PROJECT 259048 8/31/2023 250.00 076061 T&L NURSERY INC 259049 8/31/2023 5,179.68 076984 TAKEKAWA, MIHO 259050 8/31/2023 600.00 079344 TAYLOR, DANIEL 259051 8/31/2023 222.00 040916 TC SPAN AMERICA 259052 8/31/2023 1,687.34 041960 TOWN & COUNTRY FENCE INC 259053 8/31/2023 1,287.33 074068 TREMBLAY, ADRIAN XAVIER 259054 8/31/2023 900.00 070774 ULINE INC 259055 8/31/2023 500.17 044300 US POSTAL SERVICE 259056 8/31/2023 310.00 064423 USA BLUE BOOK 259057 8/31/2023 916.15 044960 UTILITIES UNDERGROUND LOC CTR 259058 8/31/2023 301.86 075155 WALKER MACY LLC 259059 8/31/2023 14,037.87 073552 W ELCO SALES LLC 259060 8/31/2023 1,192.49 063008 W SDOT 259061 8/31/2023 98.03 051050 WYATT, ARTHUR D 259062 8/31/2023 796.55 079243 YOUNG MARKETING 259063 8/31/2023 2,000.00 078389 ZENNER USA 259064 8/31/2023 8,308.54 011900 ZIPLY FIBER 259065 8/31/2023 349.67 079368 ZOOM DRAIN 259066 8/31/2023 72.80 051282 ZUMAR INDUSTRIES INC 259067 8/31/2023 980.56 Page: 2 Packet Pg. 51 8.2.b apPosPay Positive Pay Listing 8/31/2023 7:28:15AM City of Edmonds Document group: jacobson GrandTotal Total count: 745,175.38 106 Page: 3 Packet Pg. 52 8.3 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. Staff Lead: Dave Turley Department: Administrative Services Preparer: Lori Palmer Background/History Approval of payroll checks #65787 through #65791 dated September 5, 2023 for $6,419.12, payroll direct deposit for $827,050.48, benefit checks #65792 through #65796 and wire payments for $719,681.77 for the pay period of August 16, 2023 through August 31, 2023. Staff Recommendation Approval of payroll and benefit checks, direct deposit and wire payments. Narrative In accordance with the State statutes, City payments must be approved by the City Council. Ordinance #2896 delegates this approval to the Council President who reviews and recommends either approval or non -approval of payments. Attachments: benefit checks summary 08-31-2023 payroll earnings summary 08-31-2023 Packet Pg. 53 Benefit Checks Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,102 - 08/16/2023 to 08/31/2023 Bank: usbank - US Bank Check # Date Payee # Name Check Amt 65792 09/05/2023 bpas BPAS 5,115.25 65793 09/05/2023 chap1 CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEE 175.00 65794 09/05/2023 icma MISSIONSQUARE PLAN SERVICES 8,009.28 65795 09/05/2023 flex NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 4,180.61 65796 09/05/2023 afscme WSCCCE, AFSCME AFL-CIO 3,071.18 20,551.32 Bank: wire - US BANK Check # Date Payee # Name Check Amt 3564 09/05/2023 pens DEPT OF RETIREMENT SYSTEMS 356,369.71 3567 09/05/2023 aflac AFLAC 3,680.16 3570 09/05/2023 us US BANK 153,444.38 3571 09/05/2023 mebt WTRISC FBO #N317761 140,585.87 3572 09/05/2023 pb NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION 6,598.00 3573 09/05/2023 wadc WASHINGTON STATE TREASURER 37,747.33 3574 09/05/2023 oe OFFICE OF SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT 705.00 699,130.45 Grand Totals: 719,681.77 8/31 /2023 8.3.a 0 a m v Direct Deposit m L 0.00 N Y 0.00 m 0.00 0.00 = 0.00 m c a� 0.00 0 0 L Direct Deposit f° a 0.00 4- 0 0.00 f° 0.00 0 0.00 0. a 0.00 Q 0.00 M 0.00 c N 0.00 M 00 0 0.00 c� E E Y V d t V w d C N a+ C d E t V R r r Q Packet Pg. 54 8.3.b Payroll Earnings Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,102 (08/16/2023 to 08/31/2023) n Hour Type Hour Class Description Hours Amount 120 SICK SICK LEAVE - L & 1 96.00 3,606.50 121 SICK SICK LEAVE 760.75 33,298.93 122 VACATION VACATION 1,335.50 64,063.76 123 HOLIDAY HOLIDAY HOURS 167.00 7,157.80 124 HOLIDAY FLOATER HOLIDAY 33.00 1,250.55 125 COMP HOURS COMPENSATORY TIME 214.75 9,934.91 128 HOLIDAY Holidav Bank WWTP 35.00 1,502.16 129 SICK Police Sick Leave L & 1 102.00 4,890.15 135 SICK WASHINGTON STATE SICK LEA 49.73 1,124.20 141 BEREAVEMENT BEREAVEMENT 66.00 2,569.56 150 REGULAR HOURS Kelly Day Used 120.00 5,831.13 152 COMP HOURS COMPTIME BUY BACK 3.33 176.45 153 HOLIDAY HOLIDAY BUY BACK 72.79 3,427.68 155 COMP HOURS COMPTIME AUTO PAY 35.14 2,022.17 157 SICK SICK LEAVE PAYOFF 14.35 760.36 158 VACATION VACATION PAYOFF 35.48 1,879.97 160 VACATION MANAGEMENT LEAVE 138.00 9,052.52 161 VACATION VACATION PREMIUM PAYOFF 0.42 22.25 170 REGULAR HOURS COUNCIL BASE PAY 700.00 9,916.62 174 REGULAR HOURS COUNCIL PRESIDENTS PAY 0.00 300.00 175 REGULAR HOURS COUNCIL PAY FOR NO MEDICA 0.00 4,866.36 190 REGULAR HOURS REGULAR HOURS 21,060.50 947,809.88 191 REGULAR HOURS FIRE PENSION PAYMENTS 3.00 4,462.19 193 REGULAR HOURS LIGHT DUTY 45.00 2,054.79 194 SICK Emergency Sick Leave 187.00 7,433.31 195 REGULAR HOURS ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE 46.00 2,225.73 210 OVERTIME HOURS OVERTIME -STRAIGHT 8.00 378.93 215 OVERTIME HOURS WATER WATCH STANDBY 60.00 4,281.92 216 MISCELLANEOUS STANDBY TREATMENT PLANT 12.00 1,499.72 220 OVERTIME HOURS OVERTIME 1.5 394.75 32,380.72 225 OVERTIME HOURS OVERTIME -DOUBLE 26.25 2,542.77 410 MISCELLANEOUS WORKING OUT OF CLASS 0.00 407.73 411 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL 0.00 2,432.48 08/31 /2023 Packet Pg. 55 Hour Type Hour Class 600 RETROACTIVE PAY 602 COMP HOURS 604 COMP HOURS acc MISCELLANEOUS acs MISCELLANEOUS colre MISCELLANEOUS cpl MISCELLANEOUS crt MISCELLANEOUS deftat MISCELLANEOUS det MISCELLANEOUS det4 MISCELLANEOUS ed1 EDUCATION PAY ed2 EDUCATION PAY ed3 EDUCATION PAY firear MISCELLANEOUS fmla ABSENT k9 MISCELLANEOUS less MISCELLANEOUS Iq1 LONGEVITY Ig11 LONGEVITY Ig12 LONGEVITY Ig13 LONGEVITY Ig14 LONGEVITY Iq2 LONGEVITY PAY Iq4 LONGEVITY Iq5 LONGEVITY Iq7 LONGEVITY Iq8 LONGEVITY mtc MISCELLANEOUS ooc MISCELLANEOUS pfmp ABSENT pfmv VACATION phv MISCELLANEOUS 8.3.b Payroll Earnings Summary Report City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,102 (08/16/2023 to 08/31/2023) n Description Hours Amount RETROACTIVE PAY 0.00 -2,169.77 ACCRUED COMP 1.0 44.00 0.00 ACCRUED COMP TIME 1.5 131.50 0.00 ACCREDITATION PAY 0.00 207.27 ACCRED/POLICE SUPPORT 0.00 238.28 Collision Reconstructionist 0.00 54.76 TRAINING CORPORAL 0.00 201.58 CERTIFICATION III PAY 0.00 113.61 DEFENSE TATICS INSTRUCTOI 0.00 94.36 DETECTIVE PAY 0.00 138.08 Detective 4% 0.00 964.64 EDUCATION PAY 2% 0.00 841.70 EDUCATION PAY 4% 0.00 420.60 EDUCATION PAY 6% 0.00 10,104.58 FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR 0.00 348.87 FAMILY MEDICAL/NON PAID 22.25 0.00 K-9 PAY 0.00 138.08 LESS LETHAL INSTRUCTOR 0.00 98.73 LONGEVITY PAY 2% 0.00 871.73 LONGEVITY PAY 2.5% 0.00 1,477.09 Lonqevitv 9% 0.00 1,836.83 Lonqevitv 7% 0.00 1,349.83 Lonqevitv 5% 0.00 777.69 LONGEVITY PAY 4% 0.00 346.28 Lonqevitv 1% 0.00 1,192.23 Lonqevitv 3% 0.00 2,792.78 Lonqevitv 1.5% 0.00 562.08 Lonqevitv 8% 0.00 337.04 MOTORCYCLE PAY 0.00 138.08 OUT OF CLASS 0.00 117.75 Paid Familv Medical Unpaid/Sup 20.50 0.00 Paid Familv Medical Vacation 22.50 1,027.37 PHYSICAL FITNESS PAY 0.00 2,189.30 08/31 /2023 Packet Pg. 56 Payroll Earnings Summary Report 8.3.b Hour Type Hour Class sqt MISCELLANEOUS slw SICK St REGULAR HOURS str MISCELLANEOUS traf MISCELLANEOUS va p VACAT I O N City of Edmonds Pay Period: 1,102 (08/16/2023 to 08/31/2023) Description Hours Amount ADMINISTRATIVE SERGEANT 0.00 219.02 SICK LEAVE ADD BACK 395.12 0.00 Serqeant Pay 0.00 164.27 STREET CRIMES 0.00 219.02 TRAFFIC 0.00 256.75 Vacation Premium 21.00 928.29 26,478.61 $1,204,163.00 Total Net Pay: $833,469.60 r 0 a aD r U m =a y a� 4- aD c a� c 0 a 4- 0 0 0 L Q Q Q M N O N T- M 00 O M E E 3 N N C L 0 L Q m I_ U Q 08/31 /2023 Packet Pg. 57 8.4 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Tree Board Member Appointment Approval Staff Lead: Deb Powers Department: City Council Preparer: Debbie Rothfus Background/History The Citizens' Tree Board encourages the planting, protecting, and maintaining of trees for long-term community benefit. The Tree Board has an advisory role to the mayor, City Council and to other boards and commissions on matters outlined in Chapter 10.95.030 of the Edmonds City Code. Tree Board Position #6 was vacated on June 24, 2023, the opening was publicly advertised for 30 days, and applications accepted and reviewed by corresponding Position #6 City Councilmember Susan Paine. The appointment must then be confirmed by a majority of the full City Council per ECC 10.95.B. Staff Recommendation The City Council approve Councilmember Paine's appointment for Tree Board Position #6, Ben Mark. Narrative Please see attached application. Attachments: MARK, Ben TB APP 2023_Redacted Packet Pg. 58 8.4.a Edi? orufs Citizen Board and Commission Application (Pt EASE PRINT OR TYPE) NOTE: This form is a public record and may be subject to disclosure upon request Tree Board (Boord or Commission) Name: Benjamin Mark Address ����• Edmonds, Washington Date: 7/1912023 Day Phone Evening Phone: Cell: Occupational status and background: Self employed Urban Forestry Consultant with 20+ years in local nursery, landscape, and forestry operations. Organizational afFtliations:International Society of Arboriculture, Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association Why are you seeking this appointment?I have lived in Edmonds since 2005 and care deeply about our local 7— natural environment. I enjoy discussing mature tree preservation strategies and sustainable landscape practices, What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria? I have a degree from Edmonds College in Restoration Horticulture and work professionally as an advocate for sustainable tree preservation and selection. Please list any other Board, Commission, Committee, or official positions you currently hold with the City of Edmonds.. NONE Additional comments: look forward to using my professional skills and life-long interest in environmental sustainability to serve our community. Please return this completed form to. Edmonds City Nall 121 5'"Avenue North Edmonds, WA 98020 carolvn.lafave(@edmondswa,sov Signature Phone:425.771.0247 j Fax:425.771.0252 Revised 4/30/14 Packet Pg. 59 8.4.a Benjamin Mark Email: I am an experienced Horticulturist and Urban Forester with expertise in managing commercial and private properties. Skilled in thoughtful planning, education, and hands-on implementation of horticultural practices, I look forward to sharing my talents with a progressive company that values sustainability and creativity. Experience: Urban Forester II, American Forest Management, 2018-2023 • Prepared detailed arborist reports, tree inventories, and tree risk assessments. • Conducted urban forest condition assessments for public agencies to help prioritize and implement silvicultural restoration projects. • Collaborated with architects and developers to integrate trees and sustainable landscaping into design plans. Consulting Arborist, In Harmony Sustainable Landscapes, 2009-2018 • Developed innovative tree preservation solutions for homeowners and land managers. • Managed bidding and estimating for tree care and landscape projects. • Managed landscape installation projects, developed safety protocols, and provided environmental education to staff and clients. Manager/Buyer, Swansons Nursery, Seattle, WA, 2003-2008 • Scheduled and tracked shipments of live plants between nurseries to maintain optimal inventory levels. • Implemented strategies to maximize margins and inventory turns. • Identified and evaluated new vendors for unique, high -quality plants and pottery. Education: Edmonds College Associate of Technical Arts (A.T.A.) in Restoration Horticulture/Landscape Design, 2010 Seattle Central College Social and Human Services, 1997 Certifications: • ISA Certified Arborist #PN-6976a • ISA Certified Tree Risk Assessment Qualified #876 • EcoPro Certified Sustainable Landscape Professional #3020 • Certified Delaware Tribal Artisan, Delaware Tribe of Indians Skills: • Extensive knowledge of Pacific Northwest native and ornamental plants, trees, and shrubs. • Strategic mindset with excellent planning, prioritization, and follow-through abilities. • Exceptional organizational, analytical, time management, and problem -solving skills. • Proficient in safety best practices and regulations. • Budget development and management experience. • Strong relationship -building skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Detail -oriented and perceptive. Packet Pg. 60 8.5 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Ordinance Exempting Generators from Local Noise Regulations Staff Lead: City Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History In light of the increasing importance of disaster preparedness, the role of emergency electrical generators has become essential. These generators are critical for various vital facilities that require continuous power. Current local noise regulations, as set forth in chapter 5.30 ECC, may hinder the rapid deployment and operation of these emergency generators. To address this concern, an ordinance is proposed to grant a temporary exemption from noise regulations for emergency electrical generators. This item was reviewed during the August 8, 2023 PSPHSP Committee meeting, and forwarded to the consent agenda. (minutes attached) Recommendation Adopt the Ordinance Exempting Generators from Local Noise Regulations. Narrative The proposed ordinance is intended to strike a balance between the necessity for emergency power and the community's interest in noise control. Scope of Exemption: The exemption would apply only to generators used during genuine emergencies, such as power outages or natural disasters, and during required routine testing. Testing would only be allowed during daytime hours. NOTE: The author of this memo is not an expert in the use of electrical generators. The statements above should not be given deference over contrary statements that the committee may receive from more reliable sources. Attachments: 2023-08-02 generator ordinance 2023-08-31 5.30.100 Exemptions_ PSPHSP 8.08.2023 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Packet Pg. 61 8.5.a ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, RELATED TO EXEMPTING EMERGENCY ELECTRICAL GENERATORS FROM THE CITY' S NOISE REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the safety and well-being of the residents of the City of Edmonds are of paramount importance; and WHEREAS, emergency electrical generators are essential tools in ensuring uninterrupted power supply during unexpected power outages, natural disasters, or other unforeseen emergencies; and WHEREAS, the operation of emergency electrical generators is vital for the continuous functioning of critical facilities; and WHEREAS, local noise regulations in chapter 5.30 ECC may inadvertently hinder or delay the deployment and operation of emergency electrical generators; and WHEREAS, temporary exemptions from such noise regulations for emergency electrical generators are recognized as useful to endure power emergencies, without compromising the intent and purpose of existing noise control measures; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to balance the need for noise regulation with the necessity for emergency preparedness and response; and WHEREAS, the Edmonds City Council has considered the potential impact of the noise generated by emergency electrical generators and determined that the public benefits outweigh the temporary inconvenience; and WHEREAS, the Edmonds City Council seeks to enact an ordinance that provides clear guidelines for the exemption of emergency electrical generators from local noise regulations while ensuring adequate protections for residents against unnecessary noise; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Packet Pg. 62 8.5.a Section 1. Section 5.30.100 of the Edmonds City Code, entitled "Exemptions," is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as if fully set forth (new text is shown in underline; deleted text is shown in strike Section 2. Severability. If any section, subsection, clause, sentence, or phrase of this ordinance should be held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance is subject to referendum and shall take effect thirty (30) days after final passage of this ordinance. APPROVED: MAYOR MIKE NELSON ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY APPROVED AS TO FORM: OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY: Im JEFF TARADAY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: PUBLISHED: EFFECTIVE DATE: ORDINANCE NO. Packet Pg. 63 8.5.a SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. of the City of Edmonds, Washington On the day of , 2023, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, RELATED TO EXEMPTING EMERGENCY ELECTRICAL GENERATORS FROM THE CITY' S NOISE REGULATIONS The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this day of , 2023. CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY 3 Packet Pg. 64 8.5.b 5.30.100 Exemptions. A. The following sounds are exempt from the provisions of this chapter at all times: 1. Noises caused by motor vehicles used for highway maintenance or noises caused in the performance of emergency work for the immediate safety, health or welfare of the community or of individuals of the community, or to restore property in a safe condition following a public calamity. 2. Sounds created by bells, chimes or carillons not operating for more than five minutes in any one hour. 3. Sounds originating from aircraft in flight, and from watercraft. 4. Sounds created by safety and protective devices, such as relief valves, where noise suppression would defeat the safety release purpose of the device. 5. Sounds created by fire alarms and emergency equipment operated by law enforcement, fire fighters and aid personnel. 6. Sounds created by the operation of equipment or facilities of surface carriers engaged in commerce by railroad. 7. Sounds originating from officially sanctioned parades and other events to which the general public is solicited to attend without charge and sounds originating from league or school sponsored athletic events. 8. Sounds caused by natural phenomena and unamplified human voices, except for public disturbance noises as set forth in ECC 5.30.130. 9. Sounds created by emergency generators when: a. Oaeratine as necessary for their intended purpose during periods when there is no electrical service available from the primary supplier due to natural disaster or power outage; b. Conducting periodic testing, as required by the manufacturer. Testing shall be limited to the hours allowed for construction in ECC 5.30.110.13. B. The following sounds between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. are exempt from the provisions of this chapter, pursuant to a concurring public works staff decision, balancing the same factors as listed in ECC 5.30.120(C)(1) through (5), and approved by the mayor or the mayor's designee: 1. Sounds originating from street construction or repair projects performed by or on behalf of the city of Edmonds. i N C O a E W x w 0 0 r 0 M Li Packet Pg. 65 8.5.b 2. Sounds originating from the repair or installation of essential utility services performed by or on behalf of the city of Edmonds such as, but not limited to, sanitary sewer, domestic water, electrical, natural gas and other essential utility services. [Ord. 4074 § 1 (Att. A), 2017; Ord. 2531, 1985; Ord. 2193 § 11, 1981]. i N C O E N K W O O r O M LO Packet Pg. 66 8.5.c 08/08/23 PSPHSP Committee Minutes, Page 3 I Committee recommendation: Full council I 6. Ordinance Exempting Generators from Local Noise Regulations Mr. Taraday relayed he was asked to draft a code amendment as a result of residents' requests to councilmembers. A noise exemption for emergency generators would be in effect, 1) when an emergency generator is operating during periods when no electrical service is available from the primary supplier due to a natural disaster or a power outage, and 2) periodic testing (limited to 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Questions and discussion followed regarding hours a generator can be tested, how emergency generators are tested, referencing the code section regarding construction hours, and definition of emergency generator. Committee recommendation: Consent agenda 7. Ordinance to Amend ECC 10.55 Edmonds Youth Commission Mr. Taraday explained an ordinance to standardize processes related to boards and commissions was adopted by council earlier this year. It came to staff's attention that language in the youth commission code conflicts with the code the council adopted. The intent of this ordinance is to harmonize the youth commission code with the more recently adopted general board and commission provisions. Specifically, with respect to incumbents, the code currently contains language that probably requires incumbents to submit an application to be considered for re -appointment. The proposed language limits applicability of the subsection G, recruitment of new commissioners, to when an incumbent commissioner is not being reappointed to their position. Similarly, subsection E is clarified to state the mayor or council may either reappoint an incumbent or appoint a new member. Ms. Burley expressed support for this change, commenting it would be very helpful to retain high performing youth commission members. Committee recommendation: Consent agenda 8. Ordinance to Amend ECC 2.05 Concerning City Attorney and City Prosecutor Councilmember Nand explained the ordinance would permanently constitute the legal assessment subcommittee to initiate the request for proposal process and perform an annual assessment of the performance of the city attorney and city prosecutor. Questions and discussion followed regarding changing subcommittee to committee or working group, how members are assigned, and the length of councilmembers' assignment to the subcommittee. Committee recommendation: Full council 3. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 p.m. Packet Pg. 67 8.6 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Resolution Honoring Jim Traner Staff Lead: City Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History N/A Recommendation Present the resolution and approve on consent. Narrative Edmonds City Council wishes to honor the life and impact of Army veteran and involved citizen Jim Traner. Attachments: Resolution Honoring Jim Traner Packet Pg. 68 8.6.a RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, HONORING JAMES MICHAEL TRANER AND HIS MANY CONTRIBUTIONS WHEREAS, Jim Traner's service preceded his time in Edmonds with an extended tour of duty in the Army during Vietnam; and WHEREAS, Jim used the GI Bill to get a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration (emphasis in accounting); and WHEREAS, Jim settled into a 50 year career in public accounting, making partner at Laventhol and Horwath and later co-founding Edmonds' accounting firm, Traner Smith and Co, in 1994; and WHEREAS, even at the busiest stage of his life with a young family, Jim found ways to serve the community, volunteering as softball coach for his daughters' teams, and was instrumental as a member of the MLL Board of Directors in developing the first Mukilteo Little League field; and WHEREAS, Jim originally joined the Edmonds Rotary in the 1980's, served as Club President in L the early nineties, and was a charter member of the Edmonds Daybreakers Club when it formed in 1996, serving as that club's Treasurer for about half of his 27 years with the organization; and E WHEREAS, he also served as the Rotary District 5030 Treasurer under Stan Dickison's Governorship; and WHEREAS, Jim Traner served for many years as Treasurer and Board member of other Edmonds service organizations, including VFW Post 8870 and the American Legion Post 66; and WHEREAS, Jim was known as a key recruiter for the many roles that make these organizations work, and WHEREAS, he was additionally in an advisory role to the first Student Veteran Association at Edmonds College, and a donor to the Edmonds College Veterans Resource Center; and WHEREAS, Jim was a past Trustee (auditor) of VFW District 1 and current Trustee for VFW Department of WA, and was known to delight those he was auditing by planning the appointment at noon and bringing lunch for all; and WHEREAS, Jim was the catalyst behind the Edmonds Veteran Plaza, contributing countless hours to the creation and stewardship of this gathering place, honoring veterans, and providing for all who appreciate the service and sacrifice of our veterans; and WHEREAS, on July 22, 2023, on a day he spent boating and fishing, and while reeling in a giant salmon, Jim suffered a heart attack and left this world; Packet Pg. 69 8.6.a NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Edmonds Washington, on behalf of a grateful nation and community, hereby thanks and honors Jim Traner for his many positive impacts and contributions to our community. RESOLVED this day of September, 2023. CITY OF EDMONDS MAYOR, MIKE NELSON ATTEST: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: RESOLUTION NO. Packet Pg. 70 9.1 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Reimagining Neighborhoods & Streets Program Overview & Presentation of Edmonds Green Streets Manual Staff Lead: Susan McLaughlin Department: Planning & Development Preparer: Navyusha Pentakota Background/History The "Reimagining Neighborhoods and Streets" is a comprehensive planning and design initiative to transform Edmonds streets into vibrant, people -centric spaces to better serve our neighborhoods. This program has been built on a foundation of safe and complete streets policies that the City has formally adopted. In January 2022, the Mayor announced the Reimagining Neighborhoods & Streets initiative as part of the State of the City address. Subsequently, in May 2022 the public was invited to a virtual meeting to provide an overview of the program and then a series of in -person workshops were held in six neighborhoods across the city. The community shared ideas on how they could activate the streets in their neighborhoods and identified areas of concern to consider in future street design. The Reimagining program serves as an opportunity to envision what Edmonds streets of tomorrow will look like while activating the streets that serve our neighborhoods today. The package of draft deliverables under the Reimagining Neighborhoods & Streets consist of the following: Street Typologies with dimensional standards to depict how the right of way shall be allocated to serve all users. These dimensional standards will also inform an update to the legislated Street Map. Public Space Typology that has been informed by the streateries concept but designed to provide permanent public space infrastructure at the curbside for dining, sitting, socializing, etc in the right of way. Public Space Activation Toolkit that will outline the ways in which communities can use city streets for community building and economic development; a permit structure will accompany the toolkit. Street Tree Plan is a policy document to guide asset management, planting retention and removal of trees within the right of way. Green Streets Manual is an educational document that illustrates the benefits of green streets and provides a proposed network of streets that can accommodate green stormwater infrastructure to guide future investment Edmonds Greenway Loop is a 20-mile network that connects parks and schools with an all ages and abilities off street multi use path to encourage walking, biking and rolling Staff Recommendation Packet Pg. 71 9.1 Staff recommends that Council hears a presentation from staff about the Reimagining program and its programmatic deliverables, with particular focus on the Green Streets Manual. Narrative Our streets make up 77% of our public space in the City of Edmonds; we rely on streets to get us to where we need to go but we also socialize, play, and eat in the public realm. Edmonds streets should not function as highways; they are an integral part of our neighborhoods and provide inclusive spaces which enable us to come together as a community. Street design needs to balance mobility needs for all user's and prioritize the most vulnerable ones. Safe mobility is critical to meet the health, climate, and economic goals of our city. The program's core objectives are to: 1. Design streets that not only serve mobility needs but also foster social interaction and community cohesion. 2. Promote sustainable transportation options like walking, biking, and public transit, thus reducing car dependency and the environmental impacts that result from that. 3. Ensure that landscape and street trees have adequate space to thrive and to serve an environmental benefit for carbon sequestration and green stormwater infrastructure The "Reimagining Neighborhoods and Streets" program represents a comprehensive effort to reshape Edmonds' streets into vibrant, active and sustainable spaces that reflect the values and aspirations of the community. Attachments: Edmonds Green Streets Guide Packet Pg. 72 Edmonds Green Streets Guide CITY OF EDMONDS -WASH I NGTON Prepared by: M I= I Packet Pg. 73 9.1.a Table of Contents Introduction to Green Streets Green Streets Applied What are Green Streets? 4 Appendix What are the benefits of Green Streets? 5 Green Stormwater Infrastructure as a Foundation for Green Streets 6 Green Streets Network Map ii Glossary iii Case Studies References iv How to Use this Document Introduction 10% Design Examples v Dayton Street 10% Design Example vi Purpose of the Guide 12 Dayton Street Existing Conditions � vii Creation of the Edmonds Green Streets Network 13 Dayton Street Option 1 Plan View � viii Elements of the Green Streets Network 14 Dayton Street Option 1 Sections � ix How to Implement the Benefits of Green Streets 15 Dayton Street Option 2 Plan View x Associated Level of Cost 16 Dayton Street Option 2 Sections xi Edmonds Green Street Kit of Parts Dayton Street I Plant Palette and Details xii Overview of Green Street Kit of Parts 18 236th Street SW 10% Design Example xiii Green Stormwater Infrastructure 19-27 236th Street SW Existing Conditions xiv Pedestrian Amenities 28 236th Street SW Plan View xv Bicycle Amenities 29 236th Street SW Sections xvi 236th Street SW Plant Palette and Details xvii CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Edmonds Green Streets Mori r Packet Pg. 74 9.1.a Page 3 Introduction to Green Streets CITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets -WAS III NJGTON Packet Pg. 75 9.1.a Page 4 Safe Green Streets are places where all users feel comfortable. CITY OF EDMONDS W A S H I N G T 0 N 1( Green streets are streets designed with nature in mind. They include features like trees, plants, and special pavements that help manage stormwater more naturally. Green streets improve our environment by reducing flooding, cleaning the air, and making our neighborhoods more enjoyable to walk and bike in. Inclusive Green Streets are for people of all ages, abilities, races, cultures, genders, and income levels. Healthy Green Streets encourage healthy lifestyles for community members throughout the region. -�� - -ram �. %�.= � ll •��: �. - -R' Natural Green Streets provide a healthy balance between the urban environment and the natural systems. Edmonds Green Streets r� ' 1F — _— - +lam- �-. •' Accessible Green Streets provide transportation and recreation access for all. Image Source: Hustace Photography Vibrant Green Streets stimulate economic activities and sustainable, context - sensitive development. M M a Packet Pg. 76 9.1.a Page 5 WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MULTIPLE SUSTAINABILITY GOALS WITH A SINGLE INVESTMENT GREEN STREETS? Environmental Various strategies are used to manage stormwater runoff effectively and reduce the strain on existing drainage and sewer systems. Stormwater Management Strategies absorb and filter rainwater, reducing the burden on traditional drainage infrastructure and helping to replenish groundwater. Water Quality Integrating vegetation and urban green spaces provides shade, reduces air pollution, reduces the heat island effect, supports urban biodiversity, and/or capture stormwater and provide biophysical processes for the treatment of it. Urban Greening CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGT❑N Transportation Prioritize the safety and comfort of pedestrians. Accessible space for walking, cycling, and social interactions. Traffic -calming measures enhance safety. Pedestrian - Oriented Design Promote alternative modes of transportation such as walking, cycling, and public transit to reduce reliance on private vehicles. Sustainable Transportation Health Active Lifestyle Benefits of Nature Encourage active lifestyles and fun, healthy living by creating attractive, safe and accessible streets and green spaces. Provide improved air and water quality, reduced heat island effect, enhanced mental well-being, and increased opportunities for physical activity and social interaction. Note: Section 502 of the Clean Water Act (CWA); "Green infrastructure means the range of measures that use plant or soil systems, permeable pavement or other permeable surfaces or substrates, stormwater harvest and reuse, or landscaping to store, infiltrate, or evapotranspirate stormwater and reduce flows to sewer systems or to surface waters. " Edmonds Green Streets Community & Development Sense of Place Community Economic Development Foster a unique experience and identity along city streets to establish a sense of place for the community. Engaging community partners fosters a sense of ownership and pride in the green street. Promote balanced development to create an inclusive and prosperous economy for the community. Proximity to green streets can boost property values, making neighborhoods more attractive. © O a Packet Pg. 77 O Green Stormwater Infrastructure as a Foundation for Green Streets Page6 . BACKGROUND Urbanization and land development have significantly altered natural hydrological processes. The removal of historic forests for development and extensive use of hard surfaces, like roads, parking lots, and rooftops, has disrupted the natural infiltration of rainwater into the ground, leading to increased stormwater runoff volumes and peak flows. This alteration of the hydrological cycle has resulted in more frequent and severe flooding events, accelerated erosion, and pollution into waterbodies. Uncontrolled stormwater runoff can have significant consequences. Excessive runoff can lead to localized flooding, erosion of soils and stream banks, and the impairment of water quality in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. Unmanaged stormwater can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, chemicals, and bacteria, leading to adverse impacts on aquatic ecosystems and human health. Non -point source pollution is a significant contributor to water quality degradation, as it includes pollutants like sediments, fertilizers, pesticides, oil, and grease. Additionally, rapid runoff can overwhelm stormwater and sewer systems, resulting in costly damage to roads, buildings, recreation, and livelihoods. Many older cities have combined sewer systems that collect both sanitary sewage and stormwater runoff in the same pipes. During heavy rain events, these systems can become overwhelmed, leading to combined sewer overflows (CSOs). CSOs discharge untreated sewage and stormwater directly into water bodies, posing significant health risks and degrading water quality. Stormwater management is a crucial aspect of urban planning and development, with the goal of effectively managing rainfall and runoff to minimize negative impacts. Traditional stormwater Excessive runoff can lead to localized flooding. s Image Source: The Daily Advisor CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Image Source: WCHS News management primarily focuses on quickly conveying runoff away from developed areas through piped systems, culverts, and detention basins. While these approaches can mitigate flooding to some extent, they often fail to address water quality concerns adequately. Moreover, traditional stormwater infrastructure alone is not designed to handle the increasing volume and intensity of rainfall associated with climate change. Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) refers to a range of stormwater management practices that mimic natural processes to effectively manage runoff. It includes features such as permeable pavement, bioretention cells, rain gardens, bioswales, green roofs, and urban forests. GSI promotes infiltration, captures and treats stormwater, and reduces runoff volume and peak flows. It helps to recharge groundwater, enhance water quality by filtering pollutants, and mitigate the impacts of urban heat islands. Additionally, GSI provides numerous co -benefits, including improved air quality, increased urban biodiversity, enhanced aesthetics, and community engagement. Section 502 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) states "Green infrastructure means the range of measures that use plant or soil systems, permeable pavement or other permeable surfaces or substrates, stormwater harvest and reuse, or landscaping to store, infiltrate, or evapotranspi rate stormwater and reduce flows to sewer systems or to surface waters." By integrating GSI into urban landscapes, cities can achieve more sustainable stormwater management, reduce flooding risks, protect water resources, and create healthier, more resilient communities. 151 Untreated sewage and stormwater flows into water bodies. Image Source: iStock Edmonds Green Streets Uncontrolled runoff can have many negative impacts. Image Source: Jacob Fenston, WAMU Packet Pg. 78 9.1.a Page 7 Case Studies CITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets WASHINGTON Packet Pg. 79 High Point Green Stormwater Infrastructure (Neighborhood) Seattle Housing Authority's award -winning High Point redevelopment of 120 acres in the City of Seattle is a national example of urban neighborhood renewal and integration of GSI throughout all aspects of the redevelopment of streets and housing. The site was originally developed in the 1940s for housing during World War II, converted to subsidized housing units for SHA in the 1960s and then redeveloped in the 2000s from 716 housing units to mixed income community with 1,600 housing units, commercial, senior housing, community services, parks, and open space. Prior to redevelopment of the street grid and housing in the 2000s, there were limited drainage collection systems with no water quality or flow attenuation/detention stormwater systems prior to discharge into Longfellow Creek. Sidewalks were limited and traffic speeds along the street network were of concern for the residents. During heavy rain events, due to aging stormwater infrastructure, urban flooding would occur within the streets. The High Point drainage basin is 8% of Seattle's Longfellow Creek Watershed and the Creek is a Coho salmon -bearing stream within the city. With the goal of having a net positive impact to the environment, MIG worked with Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) to develop a natural drainage system that runs through the entire development, helps manage the smaller rainstorms, improves the health of Longfellow Creek, and provides several community and environmental benefits. The system is integrated into the housing sites and new street layout, creating a network of porous pavements, rain gardens, mature tree retention, two miles of vegetated and grass -lined bioretention swales underlain by amended soil that helps attenuate the impacts of small storm events on the Longfellow Creek basin and a 16-acre foot stormwater detention pond for flood control. This neighborhood GSI project increases overall watershed health by intercepting stormwater through impervious surfaces, capturing and treating that stormwater, then infiltrating it back into the ground. This process also reduces the volume of water entering the sewer system by lowering runoff, promoting ground infiltration, and filtering pollutants to improve water quality. These collective benefits also minimize strain on the stormwater infrastructure. In addition, the integration of GSI has enhanced the visual appeal and livability of the High Point neighborhood. Residents now enjoy the presence of vibrant rain gardens, and the ecological benefits of native plants and increased urban greenery. The project demonstrates the transformative impact of GSI in urban environments. It displays the potential for sustainable stormwater management in addressing runoff challenges, while also creating healthier, more resilient communities that harmoniously coexist with their natural surroundings. CITY OF EDMONDS WASH INGTON ,BEFORE GSI —K - AFTER GSI Edmonds Green Streets BEFORE GS1 AFTER GSI 9.1.a Page 8 a Packet Pg. 80 Winslow Way Street Planning, Design & Construction (Main Street) The Winslow Way Street Planning, Design and Construction project in Bainbridge Island, Washington, highlights the successful integration of GSI into a vibrant downtown main street. Prior to the project, Winslow Way faced numerous challenges related to stormwater management, pedestrian safety, and overall streetscape quality. Located in Bainbridge Island's commercial district, Winslow Way suffered from aging infrastructure, limited pedestrian amenities, and inadequate stormwater management systems. The area experienced issues with stormwater runoff, including localized flooding, water pollution, and strain on the existing infrastructure. To address those challenges and revitalize the downtown area, the City of Bainbridge Island embarked on a comprehensive street planning, design, and construction project for Winslow Way. The project aimed to enhance pedestrian safety, improve the streetscape, and implement sustainable stormwater management practices to better reflect community values. Working closely with the City of Bainbridge Island, MIG helped realize the City's vision of creating a vibrant pedestrian downtown environment that enhances multimodal and multiuse activity. The design program for this half -mile of roadway addressed the reconstruction of failing utility infrastructure (including water, sewer, and drainage), relocation of overhead utilities, intersection improvements, and the introduction of GSI systems. The design reflected community values by providing wider sidewalks, gathering areas, bike facilities and other site amenities while addressing overall accessibility. Since the design's completion, Dan Burden of the Walkable and Livable Communities Institute called Winslow Way "one of the best remade streets I've seen anywhere in America." The GSI features installed along the project corridor consisted of stormwater planters, rain gardens, swales, permeable pavement, and new street trees with tree soil cells. The GSI intercepts runoff from impervious surfaces to capture and treat stormwater before discharging via underdrains to the existing storm drain system. The GSI facilities also provide flow attenuation by slowing the release of stormwater to the storm drain system. In addition to the pedestrian amenities the project installed new street lighting (catenary and pedestrian) and public art installations further contributed to the aesthetic appeal and vibrancy of the area. The project has had a transformative impact on the downtown area of Bainbridge Island. The integration of GSI and streetscape improvements have significantly improved stormwater management, enhanced landscaping in the public realm, created a safer and more inviting environment for people to walk, supported local businesses, and brought additional economic and social benefits to the community. CITY OF EDMONDS W A S H I N G T 0 N BEFORE GSI A Edmonds Green Streets 1, AFTER GSI 9.1.a Page 9 © � a Packet Pg. 81 Maynard Avenue Green Street (Sidewalk) The Maynard Avenue Green Street project in Seattle, Washington, has successfully transformed a fully paved street from edge to edge. The project integrated the need to maximize parking and vehicular movement with a sustainable green connection that also effectively manages stormwater and enhances the overall pedestrian experience. Prior to the implementation of green infrastructure, the area faced significant stormwater challenges and lacked adequate pedestrian amenities. Located in the heart of Seattle's International District, Maynard Avenue experienced regular flooding and poor water quality due to its outdated stormwater infrastructure and impervious surfaces. The conventional drainage systems were overwhelmed during heavy rainfall, leading to localized flooding and increased pollution in nearby water bodies. Interim Community Development Association (ICDA) in partnership with the City of Seattle undertook the Maynard Avenue Green Street project to incorporate green infrastructure elements that would manage stormwater runoff, while improving both the overall aesthetic and functionality of the corridor. MIG was hired by ICDA for both civil engineering and landscape architecture services. The block -long project was funded in part through the Neighborhood Sidewalk Fund and several grants. For the street retrofit, runoff from the roof of an adjacent building flows into a cistern at the top of the block. The water then flows into a series of stormwater planters, to be slowly filtered and detained before entering the municipal system. The sidewalk was also widened and seat walls with integrated art were created, which improves access and provides resting spots for pedestrians making the climb up the 16% street grade. Plantings were selected that blend with the character of the International District neighborhood's historical roots. MIG coordinated with the urban designer and several artists in developing the integrated site concept and art elements, which include photo tiles and a kiosk. The implementation results of these green infrastructure and pedestrian enhancements include effectively managed stormwater runoff and a transformation of the corridor space connecting with the Danny Woo Garden. The project has revitalized Maynard Avenue as an attractive, pedestrian -friendly environment that encourages walkability. The widened sidewalks and added amenities have created a more comfortable and inviting atmosphere for residents, visitors, and businesses alike. The greening of the corridor has also contributed to the beautification of the neighborhood and enhanced the overall quality of life. BEFORF GSI . CITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets W A 5 H I N G T O N AFTER GSI 9.1.a Page 10 0 E w 4- 0 c 0 r �a c a� N L a 06 aD 0 L 0 L a. r a� 06 y 0 0 t 0 a� z a� �a E r c 0 .N a� o: aD -E c� r a� aD a� ,L^ V 0 E w E ci a Packet Pg. 82 ,"M 9.1.a Page 11 How To Use This Document CITY OF EDMONDS -WAS III NJGTON Edmonds Green Streets © � a Packet Pg. 83 Purpose of the Guide The City of Edmonds Green Streets Guide is a set of recommendations to promote sustainable and environmentally -friendly urban development in the City of Edmonds. Developed in 2022-2023, this guide is part of the Reimagining Streets + Neighborhoods Initiative, which aims to enhance and expand public open space, and to create equitable connections within the city. Part of the initiative includes nine proposed street typologies (by others) that consider vehicle movement, as well as social, environmental, and economic needs and functions. This document provides information to help create streets and public spaces that prioritize sustainable stormwater management, pedestrian safety, promote sustainable transportation options, and enhance urban greenery. This guide intends to serve as a resource for the City of Edmonds to inform future planning, design, and construction of Green Streets within the city. The guide has been developed in response to a request by the City of Edmonds, who had previously engaged MIG to develop a Citywide Green Streets Network Map (Figure 1, Pg. 14; Appendix, Pg. ii). This map identifies key areas appropriate for incorporating GSI into the urban fabric of the City to enhance pedestrian connectivity between the downtown core and surrounding neighborhoods. M e .r�11R �i jet%■ a Cars navigate a flooded Dayton Street in the City of Edmonds. Image Source: My Edmonds News CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON I i7 9.1.a Page 12 - -- U1 f d -4 I[ 3 fn C Heavy rains flooded the Harbor Square Business Complex in the City of Edmonds. Image Source: My Edmonds News r Edmonds Green Streets © 0 a Packet Pg. 84 O Creation of the Edmonds Green Streets Network Page 13 . 0 The objective of the Green Streets Network Map (GSN Map) is to establish a citywide map to identify Street Typologies: Part of the Reimagining Neighborhoods + Streets Initiative included nine proposed streets suitable for implementing green stormwater solutions, with a focus on enhancing pedestrian street typologies developed by others. Through coordination with city staff during the planning o 1= connectivity between the downtown core, neighborhoods, and key community amenities. The GSN Map process, four typologies are included in the Network Map: Mixed Use Neighborhood Street, 0 r �a will assist the city to determine areas of the proposed street typologies to apply a Green Street overlay. Commercial People Street, Neighborhood Street, and Active Street c Creating the GSN Map involved gathering relevant data to establish criteria that would determine which street segments are included in the network. This included mapping streetscape typologies, zoning designations, locations of multi -family housing, slopes under 8%, proximity to schools and parks, watersheds feeding freshwater creeks and streams, urban tree canopy coverage, and available right-of- way for expanded pedestrian and green infrastructure elements. Locations were deemed suitable for green stormwater infrastructure through a process of overlaying and analyzing various layers of data listed in this section. The analysis identified gaps in the network where areas lacked urban canopy or pedestrian connections, such as between multi -family housing to parks and schools. The process excluded streets with slopes exceeding 8% due to potential issues with stormwater drainage and pedestrian accessibility. The mapping process primarily relied on GIS data; no field assessments or site visits were conducted. The following is a list of data provided by the City of Edmonds to develop the criteria for and inform the development of the GSN Map: GIS Map: Street Typologies, Zoning & Destinations �4egmd GIS Map: Street Typologies < 8% slope, Multi -Family Zoning & Destinations • Zoning: The GSN Map prioritizes connections between commercial and business zones, multi -family zones, and priority destinations. • Key Community Connections: Priority destinations include those that serve community such as schools, parks, and public use facilities. • Watersheds: Stormwater runoff from roads can be a significant source of pollutants that are harmful to the aquatic habitat. Streets located in watersheds that feed freshwater creeks and streams are prioritized to slow and treat stormwater before it enters waterways. • Urban Tree Canopy: Streets with less existing tree canopy are prioritized to expand the overall urban tree canopy in the City of Edmonds. • Topography: Streets with a slope under 8% are prioritized to enhance the pedestrian environment and allow for a broader range of GSI best management practices and facilities. • Excess Right -of -Way (ROW): The existing condition ROW for streets in the City of Edmonds are compared to the City's standard ROW dimensions (and proposed street typologies) to identify locations that support expanded pedestrian infrastructure and GSI elements. Jr �� walOJ•/� �• Bwr ■Ilaw.r r.. �- - �J .._ GIS Map:: Street Typologies < 8% slope, Multi -Family Zoning & Watersheds CITY 4F EDM4h1D5 Edmonds Green Streets WASHINGTaN _ l Legend .._ GIS Map: Street Typologies < 8% slope, Multi -Family Zoning & Tree Canopy ° M i - 0 to y • r U) 77 E Green Streets Network Map (see Appendix, Pg. ii, for full size map) r a Packet Pg. 85 Elements of the Green Streets Network The GSN identifies key areas appropriate for incorporating green infrastructure into the urban fabric of the city, enhancing pedestrian connectivity between the downtown core and surrounding neighborhoods. The GSN Map includes: • City of Edmonds Boundary • Opportunity to enhance as a Green Street and evaluate for incorporation of GSI Based on mapping four street typologies (Mixed Use Neighborhood Street, Commercial People Street, Neighborhood Street, and Active Street), key community connections, land use zoning (see below), gaps in urban tree canopy, and slopes under 8% • Opportunity to maximize ROW as part of Green Street development and evaluate for incorporation of GSI Based on mapping four street typologies (Mixed Use Neighborhood Street, Commercial People Street, Neighborhood Street, and Active Street), key community connections, land use zoning (see below), gaps in urban tree canopy, slopes under 8%, and excess right-of-way • Edmonds Schools 2012 • Parks 2013 • Watershed Boundary - Watersheds that feed freshwater creeks and streams • Edmonds Green Streets Demonstration Site - 10% Design • Land Use Zoning - Includes the following: Multi -Family Zoning Commercial Community Business Downtown Business Commercial Neighborhood Business Commercial Planned Business Commercial Westgate Mixed Use Public Use VCITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets ., - WASHINGT❑N City of Edmonds Boundary Opportunity to enhance as a Green Street and evaluate for incorporation of GSI ® Opportunity to maximize ROW as part of Green Street development and evaluate for incorporation of GSI Edmonds Schools 2012 Parks 2013 Watershed Boundary Edmonds Green Streets Demonstration Site Land Use Zoning Multi Family Zoning Commercial Community Business (BC) Downtown Business (BDs) 0 Commercial Neighborhood Business (BN) Commercial Planned Business (BP) 0 Commercial Westgate Mixed Use (WMU) Public Use (P) -.J\ Edmonds Puget Sound C w� i -Aj 1 0 I 06th St SW ;,!j .' f .91 � -� 212th St SW L 3 eOwd°�° wo v Pine St G a' s m 220th St SW Woodway�f a 1y v > � s 228th St SW 2�nd> Esperance 240th St S�--.- �� I �•� Mot Te i 236th St SW L..� i �! Lake jBallinger 1 } Echo Lake Figure 1: Green Street Network Map (see Appendix page ii for full sized map) 9.1.a Page 14 ach Park C 0 Lynnwood ze. W .3 itlake ace O n _ c ti] a(Di ,L^ V N C O m W m E M a Packet Pg. 86 9.1.a How to Implement the Benefits of Green Streets Page15 N 0 Green Stormwater Infrastructure GSI offers flexibility in design and allows for modifications to SITE CONSIDERATIONS w accommodate various site conditions. Whenever possible, the design focuses on enabling stormwater 0 GSI interventions require careful consideration of site conditions to ensure their effectiveness and r- runoff to infiltrate the ground, replenishing aquifers, and restoring base flows to local waterways. This 0 longevity. approach effectively reduces the burden on the storm sewer system during minor storm events. However, in densely populated urban areas where soil conditions are uncertain and utility conflicts arise, the feasibility and safety of infiltration may be limited. In such cases, GSI is designed to detain and gradually release stormwater runoff into the storm sewer system after the peak of the storm has passed. Both infiltration and detention/slow-release techniques are effective means of managing stormwater runoff during wet weather events. To utilize the Green Streets Guide, designers, planners, developers, City officials, and property owners are encouraged to follow these steps: EVALUATEAk A Review the Green Streets Network Map (Appendix, Pg. ii) and the Edmonds City Code and Community Development Code to understand where the proposed project fits within the network. Evaluate the location where the proposed project will be implemented. Consider factors such as existing infrastructure, drainage patterns, pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and any specific environmental considerations. Identify which interventions are appropriate to provide GSI and enhance the pedestrian experience at the proposed project site. Soil Infiltration: Conduct soil tests to assess the infiltration capacity. Utilities: Consult with the city arborist and maintenance staff, to avoid conflicts with power lines and other utilities. For areas with overhead power lines, it is important to select street trees based on their mature size and growth habit. Maintain sightlines and provide clearance and setbacks of new street trees for both overhead and underground utilities. For areas without overhead power lines or underground power distribution, it may be possible to enhance biodiversity with a variety of tree species chosen based on their suitability to local soil and climate conditions after consultation with the city arborist and maintenance staff. Right-of-way (ROW): Review the new street typologies introduced by the city to determine specific ROW dimensions for a proposed project location. Assess the ROW to ensure there is adequate and accessible space for all users, as well as GSI. Consider the needs of adjacent property owners and businesses to not negatively impact their operations. Transit Corridors: Existing bus and bicycle routes should be prioritized. Plant palettes for different conditions: Consult with city maintenance staff and select plants that are appropriate for the site conditions, including soil type, sun exposure, and moisture levels. Select plant palettes to provide year-round interest, habitat value, and stormwater benefits. Topography: Assess the slope, elevation changes, and natural features to determine the appropriate stormwater management strategies. Topography influences stormwater flow, drainage patterns, and the feasibility of implementing GSI. Zoning: Consider the City of Edmonds zoning requirements and restrictions when planning GSI. Zoning regulations play a significant role in determining land use, density, setbacks, and permitted activities within specific areas. CITY 4F EDM4h1DS Edmonds Green Streets WAS111NGTr)N r c 0 N a� a� .3 c� a� r U) r- aD a� ,L^ V 0 E w c� G ci r a Packet Pg. 87 Associated Level of Cost INDIVIDUAL GREEN STREET KIT OF PART ELEMENTS The Green Streets Guide uses a three -level rating system to provide an associated level of cost for each Green Streets Kit of Parts element. In the associated level of cost rating system, each $ represents a specific cost range or price bracket, with $$$ indicating the highest or most expensive level. The system provides a simplified and standardized way to convey the expected expense associated with a particular item or experience. This rating system is designed to help planners gauge the relative cost and affordability of elements. An engineers final evaluation and review of existing site conditions will determine the most cost effective way to implement green street features and treat or handle the greatest amount of stormwater feasible. Signifies a lower cost or budget -friendly option. a Suggests affordability and may indicate that the product or service is more accessible to a wider range of consumers. Signifies a mid -range cost level. Suggests a moderate expense and often represents a balance between price and quality. This option may provide decent value for money without reaching the highest levels of cost and function. Signifies a higher cost level compared to other options. 1. `i CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Suggests more intensive construction methods like cast -in -place concrete or more extensive improvements like tree cells that provide a step up in features and/or benefits. 9.1.a Page 16 EXAMPLE PROJECT BUDGET RANGES The following project examples provide insight into the range of associated costs for various green street projects. When these individual green street elements are combined in a project, based on the site's specific requirements, the following cost ranges can be anticipated. Edmonds Green Streets Pioneer Square East West Streets, Seattle Year Constructed: 2023 Assumptions: Cost is based on a one block segment. Yesler Terrace, Seattle Year Constructed: Ongoing Assumptions: Cost is based on a one block segment. Project Elements: • Expanded sidewalks • Added street trees in renovated planters Project Elements: • Bioretention swales • Stormwater planters • Stormwater planters with bike step out Winslow Way, Bainbridge Island Year Constructed: 2011 Project Elements: Assumptions: Cost is based • Stormwater planters, rain gardens on a one block segment. and bioretention swales • Permeable pavement • Street trees with soil cells a Packet Pg. 88 9.1.a Page 17 Edmonds Green Street Kit of Parts CITY OF EDMONDS -WAS III NJGTON Edmonds Green Streets Packet Pg. 89 O Overview of Green Street Kit of Parts Page 18 . 0 The Edmonds Green Street Kit of Parts is a collection of GSI elements, strategies, and site amenities that The Kit of Parts is not a one -size -fits -all solution but rather a flexible framework that allows the City w can be customized and combined to suit the unique needs of various locations and street types within of Edmonds to adapt and apply sustainable design to their specific needs and local conditions. By o r_ the City of Edmonds to mitigate the negative impacts of conventional stormwater management and to incorporating these elements into street design and infrastructure projects, the City of Edmonds can 0 r enhance the quality of life for residents. promote sustainability, resilience, and livability while creating healthier and more vibrant environments. c lk Image Source: Alice Webb Land CITY OF EDMONDS W n 5 H I N G T 0 N Permeable pavement: Allows stormwater to infiltrate through the pavement surface and into the underlying soils, reducing runoff and improving water quality. Types of permeable pavement include pervious concrete, porous asphalt, permeable interlocking concrete pavement and grid pavement. See Page: 19-20 Vegetated bioretention facilities: Captures runoff from pollution -generating surfaces and filters pollutants through a combination of vegetation and amended/engineered soil medias. These facilities include two main edge options: Natural edges and Concrete edges. Natural edge facilities are shallow landscape depressions with gentle side slopes, such as bioretention cells, bioretention swales, and rain gardens. Concrete edge facilities include stormwater planters and landscaped areas with curbs or sidewalls. See Page: 21-23 Green infrastructure elements that will help to meet the long-term goals of the City of Edmonds Green Street Initiative are listed below. water uptake infiltration Image Source: DeepRoot Edmonds Green Streets . V, '_ '4"' r M Street trees: Trees provide numerous benefits, including reducing stormwater runoff by intercepting rainfall, improving air quality, reducing the effects of heat island, enhancing the streetscape character, and providing habitat/migration corridors in the urban environment. See Page: 24-25 Modular soil cell systems: Underground structures that provide space for soil and tree roots to grow. Can also be designed to collect and treat stormwater runoff if used with engineered soil media. 0 .N a� See Page: 26-27 m c� Pedestrian and bicycle amenities: Additional elements that encourage walking and bike riding by increasing comfort and safety. c� O W See Pages: 28-29 t r a Packet Pg. 90 Permeable Pavement Permeable pavement offers an environmentally -sustainable approach, addresses water management challenges, and provides multiple benefits to communities and ecosystems. It allows stormwater to infiltrate through the pavement surface and into the underlying soils, reducing runoff and improving water quality. These systems may be used in place of conventional impervious paving. They are typically used more extensively on low -traffic streets, such as residential streets and pedestrian corridors, and for parking areas, driveways, sidewalks, and sport courts. The following are site specific benefits of permeable pavement (Benefits of Green Streets are listed on page 5): Stormwater management: • Allows rainwater to infiltrate immediately to prevent runoff from flowing into storm drains. • Alleviates the strain on drainage systems during heavy rain events, while promoting groundwater recharge and reducing the effects of flooding. • Replenishing groundwater reserves helps sustain local ecosystems, supports plant growth, and maintains a stable water supply. • Flow control is provided through detention in a reservoir base, providing flow attenuation prior to discharge downstream, while protecting wetlands and aquatic ecosystems. Water Quality: ` Filters and removes pollutants and sediment from stormwater as it passes through the pavement layers and into the soil. Improves water quality by reducing the quantity of pollutants that reach streams, rivers, and other water bodies. Reduced heat island effect: ■■ Compared to traditional impervious surfaces, permeable pavements absorb less heat and can help to lower ambient temperatures in urban areas. CITY OF EDMONDS V., - WASHINGT❑N 9.1.a Page 19 Improved pedestrian connectivity: • Offers some sound absorption for the environment through the voids in the pavement system, which improves the pedestrian and residential experience. • Prevents surface water accumulation, reducing the potential for puddles forming along walkways. Long-term cost savings: • Reduces reliance on costly traditional stormwater infrastructure, such as extensive drainage systems, catch basins, and pipes. This can lead to long-term cost savings related to construction, maintenance, and management of stormwater. PERIMETER BARRIER The permeable pavement section illustrates the system's layers and water infiltration Implementation Manual Edmonds Green Streets . Image Source: City of Fort Collins LID a � a Packet Pg. 91 Permeable Pavement (CONT.) Types of permeable pavement include pervious concrete, porous asphalt, permeable interlocking concrete pavements, and open grid paving systems. Permeable interlocking concrete pavement infiltrates stormwater and maintains the appearance and functionality of the asphalt street. Image Source: Mutual Materials w 14. Pervious concrete infiltrates stormwater, reduces runoff, and maintains appearance and functionality of the street. Image Source: Bay Area Pervious Concrete Permeable interlocking concrete pavement allows for efficient stormwater management, while creating an accessible environment. Image Source: City of Kirkland, WA CITY OF EDMONDS ——WASHINGTON Porous asphalt for a park trail manages stormwater and provides a comfortable and safe user experience. Image Source: City of Bellingham, WA W.: Permeable interlocking concrete pavement and planters manage stormwater runoff, while promoting active transportation. Image Source: Indianapolis Cultural Trail Open grid paving systems filled with grass allow for effective stormwater infiltration and a natural aesthetic. Image Source: GrassConcrete 9.1.a Page 20 OPPORTUNITIES TO USE PERMEABLE PAVEMENT Consider permeable pavement when space is constricted, but pedestrian improvements are desired. Permeable pavement can be used in place of conventional impervious pavement in almost any location. Permeable pavements are typically used more extensively on low -traffic streets, such as residential streets, parking areas, driveways, sidewalks, multi -use trails, and sport courts. Additional Design Considerations: • Proximity of permeable pavement to structures and land use will influence whether the system is suitable. Refer to City code for requirements. • Volume of traffic on the pavement will determine which, if any, permeable pavement is appropriate. • Site topography should generally be at <5% grades for optimal stormwater infiltration. • Soil infiltration should be evaluated, as not all native soils are able to infiltrate runoff at acceptable rates. • Depth to water table, bedrock or other impermeable layer impacts whether infiltration is possible or appropriate. If the water table is too high, it may not be possible to fully treat runoff before it reaches groundwater aquifers. • Installation requires installers trained and experienced in permeable pavement installation. • To reduce costs, permeable pavement can be installed in smaller locations to collect run-on from a larger drainage area (e.g., install permeable pavement in parking stalls to collect run-on from the street travel lanes). Operations & Maintenance Considerations: • Maintenance may include regular site inspection, trash and debris removal, routine vacuuming, pressure washing, restorative vacuuming, and/or other maintenance practices to clean out void spaces. • Irrigation should be included for the first two growing seasons to support plant establishment. %DD Associated Level of Cost: Edmonds Green Streets Packet Pg. 92 Vegetated Bioretention Facilities Vegetated bioretention facilities are GSI systems designed using vegetation and natural processes to manage stormwater runoff. These facilities are specifically designed to mimic the natural water cycle and help mitigate the negative impacts of urbanization on water quality and quantity. By using vegetated bioretention facilities, cities can create more sustainable and resilient public spaces that benefit both people and the environment. There are several types of GSI that can be integrated into Green Streets. The following are suited to planning and implementation for the City of Edmonds Green Streets: • Bioretention cells, bioretention swales, and rain gardens (page 22) • Stormwater planters (page 23) While they can have similar functions, there are distinct differences as noted in each section. General Bioretention System Design Considerations: • Site topography: Runoff flow patterns and land use will determine which type of bioretention system will be most appropriate. • Soil infiltration: In places where infiltration is not viable, bioretention systems may need to be lined and/or include an overflow system to convey high volumes to the public storm drain. • Depth to Water Table, Bedrock or Other Impermeable Layer: Impacts whether infiltration is possible or appropriate. If the water table is too high, it may not be possible to fully treat runoff before it reaches groundwater aquifers. • Site Context: Site proximity to streams or other critical areas will influence design. • Plant selection: Plants must handle ponding water, in addition to drought conditions. Visual interest and character are also important considerations. Vegetated bioretention facilities offer several benefits, both environmentally and functionally. The following are site specific benefits of stormwater planters (Benefits of Green Streets are listed on page 5): Water Quality: • Function as natural filtration systems, removing pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals and nutrients from the water before it enters the stormwater system or nearby water bodies. This helps to reduce water pollution and improve overall water quality. CITY 4F EDM4h1DS Edmonds Green Streets WAS111NGTr)N 9.1.a Page 21 Stormwater management: • Allows stormwater to either infiltrate the ground instead of flowing into storm drains and/ or slow the volume being released into the system, which helps to control the volume and rate of runoff during heavy rainfall events. This alleviates the strain on the city's drainage systems during heavy rain events. • Promotes groundwater recharge and reduces the risk of flooding. Replenishing groundwater reserves helps sustain local ecosystems, supports plant growth, and maintains a stable water supply. • Flow control provided through reduction of impervious surface area and runoff, detention, and flow attenuation through infiltration, plant interception of rainfall, evapotranspiration, and the biological processes of plants and soil fauna. Reduced heat island effect: • Plants help to cool the surrounding air through evapotranspiration. This can reduce the ambient temperature, making the urban environment more comfortable and reducing the energy demand for air conditioning. Improved air quality: • Plants help filter and trap airborne pollutants, such as dust and particulate matter, thereby improving local air quality. Increased Biodiversity: • Provides opportunities to add plants that provide habitats for birds, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Community engagement and education: • Vegetated Bioretention facilities can serve as educational tools to raise awareness about stormwater management, water conservation, and sustainable urban design. Sense of place: • Can be designed to be visually appealing, providing an attractive and engaging public space for the community. Property Value and Development Costs: • Enhances the visual appeal of streetscapes by introducing greenery and natural elements into urban environments, increasing property values. • Reduces development costs by reducing the need for traditional stormwater infrastructure and is less expensive than more structured interventions, however they require more space r _ 0 N m aD 2 .3 c� r a� U) _ aD a� c� 0 w r _ a� E r a Packet Pg. 93 O Vegetated Bioretention Facilities (CONY.) Page 22 a _ 0 BIORETENTION CELLS, SWALES AND RAIN GARDENS w Bioretention cells, also called bioretention swales or rain gardens, are a type of GSI characterized by OPPORTUNITIES TO USE BIORETENTION CELLS 0 0 sloped sides, a flat bottom area, and water storage capacity. In the right-of-way, they are typically Consider bioretention cells, swales, or rain gardens where space allows and subsurface material is r bounded on one side by the edge of road or parking area and a sidewalk on the other side to accept sheet flow runoff from both sides. They can also be at streets curbs using curb cuts to accept point runoff or placed with curb bulbs. The key differences between them are: • Bioretention cells are engineered to capture, slow, treat, and slow discharge to the main storm drainage system and/or infiltrate stormwater where feasible. • Bioretention swales collect, convey, slow, treat, and infiltrate stormwater as it moves downstream. Planting typically contains native grasses, forbs, and ground cover rather than more shrubby planting. • Rain gardens are often located in landscaped areas, such as on properties, parks or right-of-ways with large open landscape areas, and are designed to capture and temporarily hold stormwater runoff, allowing it to slowly infiltrate into the soil. Planting typically contains native grasses, forbs, ground cover, and shrubs. CITY OF EDMONDS WASH INGTON infiltrative. Each of these bioretention cell types are useful strategies for managing stormwater in areas adjacent to parking, such as within tree islands, along pedestrian zones, in center roadway medians, and in unused open space, including front yards. Depending upon the underlying soil characteristics, water may fully infiltrate or overflow into an underdrain system to a designated discharge facility. Additional Design Considerations: • Available space must be wide enough to develop adequately graded side slopes and create a flat bottom for infiltration. • Depending on the subsurface material, bioretention swales can be designed to allow stormwater infiltration and groundwater recharge or may simply reduce immediate runoff through absorption in surface soils and evapotranspiration. Where infiltration cannot be accomplished, planters can be designed with an impermeable base and an underdrain (perforated) pipe. • Bioretention cell size depends on the stormwater management goals for the GSI and the space available in the right-of-way. • Must be located a minimum of 5' from any buildings without basements and 10' from buildings with basements. r • Typically, there is increased cost when infiltration is not feasible and additional infrastructure o capacity is needed to convey to storm drainage system. T a� Operations & Maintenance Considerations: aD • Regular ongoing maintenance includes trash and debris removal, weeding and pruning vegetation, sediment removal, minor erosion control and repair, clearing inlets, outlets and overflows, and mulching. • Irrigation should be included for the first two growing seasons for plant establishment. Associated Level of Cost: D D D Edmonds Green Streets r _ m E �a Packet Pg. 94 O Vegetated Bioretention Facilities (CONY.) Page 2' a r- 0 STORMWATER PLANTERS E w Stormwater planters, also known as bioretention planters, are a type of GSI characterized by cast -in- OPPORTUNITIES TO USE STORMWATER PLANTERS 0 place concrete walled vertical sides, a flat bottom area, and water storage capacity. The planters can be adapted to diverse urban street areas and allow for flexible depth, edge construction, and vegetation choices. Stormwater planters are particularly useful in areas where right-of-way width is limited or there is a need to accommodate multiple modes of transportation. The concrete edges of stormwater planters provide a distinct separation between the bioretention cell and surrounding areas, making it easier to contain and control the flow of water. These edges offer stability and durability, ensuring that the bioretention cell retains its shape over time. They can also facilitate maintenance activities, such as mowing, by providing a clear distinction between the bioretention cell and the surrounding landscape. Stormwater planters efficiently capture and treat stormwater runoff while adding aesthetic value to an urban setting. The planted vegetation and engineered soil enhance water infiltration, mitigate pollution, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient urban ecosystem. Image Source (Bottom): City of Portland, Bureau of Environmental Services CITY OF EDMONDS W A S H I N G T 0 N Consider stormwater planters when space is constricted, but plants are desired. Additional Design Considerations: • The planters can be implemented in various locations within the right-of-way, where space is constrained in narrow planting strips of the ROW. • Where infiltration cannot be accomplished, planters can be designed with an impermeable base and an underdrain (perforated) pipe. This solution still allows for biofiltration and reduction in the rate of runoff during heavy rainfall events. Stormwater planter size depends on the stormwater management goals for the GSI and the space available in the right-of-way. • Length -width -height dimensions determine capacity for temporarily storing stormwater. • Concrete edges create a physical barrier that can limit the natural movement of organisms, potentially reducing the biodiversity within the bioretention cell. Operations & Maintenance Considerations: • Regular ongoing maintenance includes trash and debris removal, weeding and pruning vegetation, sediment removal, minor erosion control and repair, clearing inlets, outlets and overflows, and mulching. • Irrigation should be included for the first two growing seasons for plant establishment. a a Associated Level of Cost: D D Edmonds Green Streets © � a Packet Pg. 95 Street Trees Street trees offer numerous benefits to both the environment and the community. A robust tree canopy is one of the great contributors to a healthy and livable urban landscape. Note: Benefits may vary depending on the specific tree species, location, and urban context. Proper planning, selection, and maintenance of trees are crucial for maximizing these benefits. The following are site specific benefits of street trees (Benefits of Green Streets are listed on page 5): Stormwater Management: • Trees intercept rainwater, reducing stormwater runoff and the strain on stormwater management systems. Their roots also help to absorb and filter water into the ground. .. Urban Greening: Improved soil quality allows tree roots to help to stabilize soil, prevent erosion, and enhance soil fertility, which contributes to healthier urban ecosystems. • Provides habitat for birds, insects, and other urban wildlife, which collectively supports biodiversity in urban environments. • Trees filter and purify the air by absorbing harmful pollutants, such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particulate matter. • Trees provide climate regulation by providing shade, which reduces the urban heat island effect and lowers temperatures in urban areas. They also release moisture through transpiration, which cools the surrounding air. • Street trees can serve as green corridors, connecting larger green spaces and promoting wildlife habitat and movement through urban areas. Health and Well-being: • Street trees create a more pleasant and inviting environment, promoting physical activity, reducing stress, and improving mental health and well-being. • Street trees provide shade and shelter, making sidewalks more comfortable for people and encouraging pedestrian movement. This helps promote healthier lifestyles and reduces car dependency. CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGT❑N Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 24 Economic Development: • Streets lined with trees have been shown to increase property values, making them more desirable places to live, work, and visit. • Preserving existing mature trees provides continued and substantial environmental, social, and economic benefits. a Packet Pg. 96 Street Trees (CONY.) Street trees provide numerous benefits, such as shade, improved air quality, aesthetic appeal, and a welcoming and pedestrian -friendly atmosphere. Carefully selected tree species and strategic placement enhance the streetscape, fostering a sense of community and contributing to a greener, healthier urban ecosystem. Image Source: (Top) City of Edmonds CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON 9.1.a Page 25 OPPORTUNITIES TO USE STREET TREES Street trees are appropriate for any urban condition in which there is adequate space. For constrained conditions, consider the use of soil cells to maximize tree health and stormwater management. Additional Design Considerations: • Tree Protection Zone: Tree critical root zone or drip line, whichever is wider. No construction or related activities (storage, equipment movement, etc.) should occur within it, earthwork should be prohibited or minimized, and irrigation systems should not trench through it. • Species: Broadleaf evergreens and conifers provide the most stormwater benefit due to their greater year-round leaf surface area. Native trees provide greater habitat value and can reduce irrigation needs and other maintenance requirements. • Size: Trees with larger canopies and greater height provide more benefits. • Location: Sun and wind exposure, rainfall, drought and wind patterns, and soil characteristics will influence tree selection. Proximity to built structures will influence tree selection and growth habits. Certain tree species can cause sidewalk or utility damage. A tree located within a 12' wide planting strip next to a sidewalk will provide greater benefits than a tree located within a narrower planting strip. Layout of impervious surfaces should include space for planting adjacent trees. Refer to City of Edmonds code requirements for minimum separation requirements for sanitary sewer, water mains and other infrastructure. • Treatment: Existing trees need irrigation during construction and will benefit from some irrigation in the 3 years after construction. New trees need irrigation in the first 3 years for establishment. • Underplanting: Limited to 4" pots planted by hand and should occur only within areas that can be reached by irrigation heads located outside the Tree Protection Zone. • Maintenance: Needs vary across species. Associated Level of Cost: a �D Edmonds Green Streets Packet Pg. 97 Modular Soil Cell Systems Modular soil cell (MSC) systems, sometimes called soil cells or tree trenches, are underground structures designed to support healthy tree growth and manage stormwater in urban environments. MSC systems differ from structural soil systems in the amount of soil and void space a tree is provided. MSC systems provide more soil and void space for air, water, and tree root development. MSC systems offer many benefits when applied to urban landscapes: %06*~ rwwwe Stormwater management: • MSC systems provide a stormwater treatment function. Runoff can enter the system through pervious paving, drains, catch basins, and the opening around the tree trunk. • The increased soil volume in soil cells can accommodate stormwater, allowing it to infiltrate into the ground more effectively. Improved Tree Health: • MSC systems provide opportunities to increase soil volume for promoting healthy root systems for large street trees that can mature, grow, and thrive in heavily paved urban areas. • Load -bearing modules form a skeletal matrix that is filled with soil to provide uncompacted rooting volume for trees. Reduced Heat Island Effect: • Soil cells can help mitigate this effect by providing space for larger tree canopies. Trees provide shade, which reduces surface temperatures and cools the surrounding air through evapotranspiration. Air Quality Improvement: • By acting as natural air filters, trees help reduce air pollution levels to make the surrounding environment healthier for residents. Aesthetic and Psychological Benefits: • Studies have shown that exposure to green spaces and nature has psychological benefits, 9.1.a Page 26 OPPORTUNITIES TO USE SOIL CELLS Consider using soil cells when land is at a premium but prioritizing both GSI and accessible public space is desired. Because they allow tree roots to expand without damaging concrete, they can reduce maintenance associated with poor tree health and pavement uplift. Additional Design Considerations: • Suited for narrow pedestrian ROW with little to no room for additional planting. • Not suitable in areas with dense underground utilities. If used in such space, utility purveyor may require utilities to be sleeved or relocated for ease of future maintenance. Drainage patterns: identifying areas prone to water accumulation or runoff. Consideration includes the direction and topography, and existing drainage infrastructure. • Soil conditions: each site has specific soil characteristics that play a vital role in determining the placement of stormwater planters. Each site should be tested to assess soil composition and infiltration rates. • Consult with manufacturer to provide sufficient soil volume for specific tree species. • Existing vegetation and landscaping: Assessing the location of existing trees and other vegetation can help determine where planters can be placed without disturbing mature existing trees and vegetation. Operations & Maintenance Considerations: • Locate planters in areas that are easily accessible for maintenance activities such as regular inspections, cleaning and vegetation management. • Provide access for inspections and filter material replacement. • Irrigation for the first two growing seasons for plant establishment. Associated Level of Cost:a a a reducing stress levels and improving overall well-being. Streets with well -maintained trees and vegetation have a positive visual impact on urban areas. CITY OF EDM4hIDS Edmonds Green Streets -WAS [AINGTON a Packet Pg. 98 Modular Soil Cell Systems (CONT.) MSCs offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach, addresses water management challenges, and provide multiple benefits to communities and ecosystems. Visualization showing a modular soil cell underneath a tree planting. Image Source: GreenBlue Urban i' CITY 4F EDMONDS W A S H i N G i O N Modular soil cells during installation. Image Source: DeepRoot Edmonds Green Streets Visualization showing root growth within a modular soil cell. Image Source: Citygreen Urban Landscape Solutions 9.1.a Page 27 ti _ O E w Packet Pg. 99 Pedestrian Amenities EATURES TO MAKE A STREET FEEL SAFE & WELCOMING TO PEDESTRIANS In addition to sustainably managing stormwater, Green Street projects can enhance the pedestrian experience and accommodate multiple modes of transportation. Pedestrian amenities such as accessible sidewalks, seating, lighting, and public art add vibrancy to streets and create a welcoming environment for all. Pedestrian amenities include: +iustace CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGT❑N Sidewalks: Increasing the width of sidewalks provides more space for pedestrians, allowing them to walk comfortably and safely. Creating physical separation between the sidewalk and the roadway, such as through curbs, planters, or bollards, enhances pedestrian safety by reducing the risk of vehicle encroachment. Curb Extensions: Provide opportunities for landscaping and GSI, and improve pedestrian safety by slowing traffic and reducing the distance of a crosswalk. Crosswalks: Clearly marked crosswalks help pedestrians navigate intersections and signal to drivers that pedestrians have the right of way. Techniques such as zebra crossings, raised crosswalks, and high -visibility markings improve safety and visibility. Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 28 Seating: Benches, seat walls, and other seating options along the street encourage people to take a break, socialize, and enjoy the surroundings. Public Art and Placemaking: Integrating public art along the street adds an element of creativity and cultural significance to the project. Working with city staff, local artists and the community can identify appropriate opportunities for public art installations. Energy -Efficient Lighting: Energy -efficient LED streetlights help reduce energy consumption and light pollution while ensuring safe and well -lit streets at night. a Packet Pg. 100 Bicycle Amenities EATURES TO MAKE A STREET FEEL SAFE & WELCOMING TO BICYCLISTS In addition to sustainably managing stormwater, Green Street projects can enhance the bicyclists' experience and accommodate multiple modes of transportation. Bicycle amenities such as bike lanes, bike parking, and signage add vibrancy to streets and create a welcoming environment for all. Bicycle amenities include: r-- CITY OF EDMONDS WAS HINGTON Bicycle Lanes: Bike lanes active transportation, reduce vehicle reliance, and promote a healthier lifestyle. Protected Bicycle Lanes: These lanes have physical barriers, such as curbs or bollards, separating cyclists from vehicle traffic. Protected bike lanes offer enhanced safety by providing a physical buffer between cyclists and vehicles, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. Bicycle Parking: Providing secure and convenient bicycle parking facilities encourages people to choose cycling for their commutes or daily activities. Bike racks, lockers, or covered parking areas near key destinations like workplaces, promote accessibility and convenience. Image Source: Shutterstock r�* -lot�,� Image Source: Seattle Dept. of Transportation Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 29 Bicycle and Pedestrian Signs: These signs specifically cater to the needs of cyclists and pedestrians on streets. They include bicycle route markers, pedestrian crossing signs, and shared -use path signs. Bicycle Repair Stations: Installing bicycle repair stations offers cyclists a convenient place to perform minor repairs or maintenance tasks. These stations typically include tools, air pumps, and instructions, allowing riders to keep their bikes in good condition and address minor issues on the go. Bike Share Programs: Implementing bike share programs enables people to access bicycles for short-term use. These systems often have docking stations strategically placed throughout the community, allowing users to pick up and drop off bicycles at different locations. Packet Pg. 101 9.1.a Page 30 Green Streets Applied V, CITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets - WASHINGTON Packet Pg. 102 Application in Downtown Mixed Residential Zoning Existing Conditions (view west Dayton Street) Street Section 0 11' 9' 2' preserve existing drive aisle stormwater concrete existing planter landscape tree planting bed Legend Trees in standard landscape beds alternate at regular C" intervals with stormwater planters Standard landscape beds Stormwater planter to collect sidewalk and roadway runoff Curb extension Accessible bus stop and shelter Accessible concrete sidewalk (7'-9' wide) Landscape buffer CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Perspective Illustration (view west Dayton Street) rV t-7 Design Example Benefits Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 31 For illustrative purposes only I See page v - xii of the Appendix for full 10% design consideration for Dayton Street. ® � a Packet Pg. 103 Application in Commercial & Residential Zoning Existing Conditions (view west 236th Street) Perspective Illustration (view west 236th Street) Street Section i— 3' 4'? 3' 9' 11 ' bioretention existing drive aisle preserve swale existing planting planting planting 'stabilized gravel paving Legend C� Meandering informal stabilized gravel path Vegetative buffer planting at back of sidewalk to provide screening of Aurora Marketplace wall Bioretention swales to collect runoff from the road through curb cuts Curb extension Trees planted on high point of bioretention swale 3' guardrail 4 CITY OF EDMONDS WAS IIINGTON Design Example Benefits Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 32 For illustrative purposes only E See page xiii - xvii of the Appendix for full 10% design consideration for 236th Street. © Q Packet Pg. 104 Application in Commercial & Residential Zoning Existing Conditions (view west 236th Street) Street Section existing drive aisle bioretention c ? concrete swale planting Legend C� Accessible concrete sidewalk (6' wide) Vegetative buffer planting between the sidewalk and learning center Bioretention swales to collect runoff from the sidewalk and the road through curb cuts (: Curb extension n Trees planted on high point of bioretention swale CITY OF EDMONDS W A S H I N G T 0 N Perspective Illustration (view west 236th Street) r t Design Example Benefits f i r Z - ��� Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page 33 For illustrative purposes only - 4 �, A, �� ■ See page xiii - xvii of the Appendix for full 10% design consideration for 236th Street. © � a Packet Pg. 105 9.1.a Appendix Q Packet Pg. 106 it L n 3a O u O 9 — ■mm■ f 0 m N N L O 3 Z N O W } O � O N } C: } L 0 O rD C Q �n. 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These practices are implemented to mitigate adverse effects and promote sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches (Source: US EPA) Bioretention BMPs: Techniques or measures used to manage stormwater runoff and improve water quality by allowing it to infiltrate into the soil and be treated by vegetation and engineered media in bioretention areas. These practices typically involve the use of specially designed vegetated basins or cells that capture, store, and treat stormwater runoff (Source: US EPA) Green Streets: Streets designed with nature in mind. They include features like trees, plants, and special pavements that help manage stormwater more naturally. Green streets improve our environment by reducing flooding, cleaning the air, and making our neighborhoods more enjoyable to walk and bike in. Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSIs): A collection of sustainable practices and systems that mimic natural hydrological processes to manage stormwater runoff. It involves the use of vegetated features, permeable surfaces, and engineered techniques to capture, treat, and store stormwater, promoting its infiltration, evaporation, or reuse while providing additional environmental and social benefits (Source: US EPA) Low Impact Development (LID): An approach to land development and stormwater management techniques that mimic natural hydrological processes, reduce stormwater runoff, and promote on -site infiltration, filtration, and reuse of water. LID strategies emphasize the preservation and restoration of natural features and the use of decentralized, distributed, and integrated stormwater management practices (Source: US EPA) LID Best Management Practices (BMPs): Techniques and measures employed within LID strategies to manage stormwater runoff and reduce its impact on the environment (Source: US EPA) LID Principles: Principles that aim to mitigate the negative impacts of urban development on the natural water cycle and include strategies such as preserving natural features, minimizing impervious surfaces, managing stormwater close to its source, promoting infiltration and filtration, and integrating multiple GSI practices (Source: US EPA) Maintenance: Regular inspection, cleaning, repair, and management activities undertaken to ensure the proper functioning and longevity of stormwater management systems and practices. It involves activities such as sediment removal, vegetation management, infrastructure repairs, and monitoring to prevent system failures, improve water quality, and sustain the effectiveness of stormwater management CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTr)N 9.1.a Page iii measures (Source: Green Infrastructure Maintenance Guidebook) Non -Point Source Pollution: The contamination or introduction of pollutants into the environment from diffuse sources, rather than from a single identifiable point of discharge. It occurs when rainfall or snowmelt carries pollutants from various sources, such as agricultural lands, urban areas, construction sites, or natural landscapes, and transports them into bodies of water or groundwater (Source: US EPA) Pervious Surface: Also known as a porous or permeable surface, refers to a type of surface material that allows water to infiltrate through it into the underlying soil or drainage system. Pervious surfaces are designed to facilitate stormwater management by reducing runoff, promoting groundwater recharge, and minimizing the concentration of pollutants (Source: Federal Highway Administration) Point Source Pollution: The contamination or introduction of pollutants into the environment from a discrete and identifiable source, such as a pipe, channel, or specific outlet. It involves the direct discharge of pollutants from a single point of origin into bodies of water or onto land surfaces (Source: US EPA) Pollution -Generating Pervious Surfaces (PGPS): Pervious surfaces that are regularly subject to vehicular use, industrial activities, or storage of erodible or leachable materials, wastes, or chemicals, and which receive direct rainfall or the run-on or blow-in of rainfall (Source: Snohomish County) Roadway: A route designed for vehicular travel, typically consisting of a prepared surface and designated for the movement of vehicles. It includes the main driving lanes, as well as any accompanying lanes, shoulders, or additional features intended for safe and efficient transportation (Source: Federal Highway Administration) Runoff: Refers to the flow of water, typically from precipitation, over the land surface, eventually collecting in streams, rivers, lakes, or other water bodies. It occurs when the amount of water exceeds the capacity of the soil to absorb it, resulting in the excess water moving across the surface (Source: US EPA) Run-on: Stormwater runoff from another property that is entering a site (Source: Stormwater Hawaii) Slope: Refers to the measure of steepness or inclination of a surface or landform, indicating the rate of change in elevation over a given horizontal distance. It is typically expressed as a ratio or percentage, representing the vertical rise divided by the horizontal run (Source: US EPA) Stormwater Treatment and Flow Control BMPs/Facilities: Techniques and infrastructure designed to manage stormwater runoff by effectively treating and controlling its flow. These BMPs/facilities aim to remove pollutants, promote sedimentation, provide filtration, enhance water quality, and regulate the volume and rate of stormwater discharge into receiving water bodies or the local drainage system (Source: US EPA) Edmonds Green Streets a Packet Pg. 108 References City of Edmonds. (2022). Addendum to Edmonds Community Development Code Chapter 18.30 (Edmonds Stormwater Addendum). https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/ Server_16494932/File/Government/Departments/Public%20Works%20and%20Utilities/Engineering%20 Codes%20&%20Design/1%20EdmondsStormwaterAddendum_2022_Clean.pdf City of Edmonds. (2022). Edmonds Community Development Code Chapter 18.30 Stormwater Management. https:Hcdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server 16494932/FileGovernment Departments/Public%20Works%20and%2OUtilities/Enaineerina%2OCodes%20&%2ODesian/1 %2 ECDC 18.30 effective%2007012022 FINAL CLEAN.pdf City of Seattle. (2021) City of Seattle Stormwater Manual. https://www.seattle.gov/a/96972 Department of Ecology State of Washington. Low Impact Development (LID) guidance. https://ecology. wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Stormwater-permittee-guidance-resources/ Low- Impact- Development-guidance#:-:text=Low%201mpact%20Development%20(LID)%20is,of%20 on%2Dsite%20natural%20features National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO). (2013). Urban Street Design Guidelines. https://nacto.ora/publication/urban-street-stormwater-guide/ San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (2020). Green Infrastructure Maintenance Guidebook. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). (2021). EPA 841 -b-1 8-001. https://www.epa.gov/ sites/default/files/2021-04/documents/preen_streets_design_manual _feb_2021 _web _res_small _508.pdf United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Green Infrastructure Toolbox: Biofiltration Swale. https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2022-04/green-infrastructure-tool box_ biofiltration-swale. Rdf United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). National Menu of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Stormwater https://www.epa.gov/npdes/national-menu-best-management-practices-bmps- StnrmwatPr United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Pollutant Runoff: Nonpoint Source (NPS) Pollution. https://www.epa.gov/nps#:-:text=Nonpoint%20Source%20polIution%20is....coastal%20 waters %2C%20and%20around%20waters. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). (2021). Stormwater Best Management Practice. https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2021-11/bmp-bioretention-rain-gardens.pdf CITY OF EDMONDS WASFIE,•JGTOr•J 9.1.a Page iv United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Urban Runoff: Low Impact Development. https:// www.epa.gov/nps/urban-runoff-low-impact-development United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Urban Runoff: Low Impact Development. Clean Water Act Section 502: General Definitions. https://www.epa.gov/cwa-404/clean-water-act-section-502- general-definitions United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). What is green infrastructure? https://www.epa. gov/green-infrastructure/what-green-infrastructure Washington State Department of Ecology (2019). Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington. https:Happs.ecology.wa.gov/publications/documents/1910021.pdf Edmonds Green Streets © � a Packet Pg. 109 10% Design Examples 10% design studies can support future Green Streets projects as examples of responding to site conditions to develop appropriate Green Streets design approaches. MIG provided a conceptual 10% design and rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost estimate for incorporating GSI and streetscape enhancements at two city locations: Dayton Street and 236th Street SW. The project locations are adjacent to a variety of land uses, such as residential, commercial, institutional, and open space. The proposed designs build upon the City of Edmonds' vision to integrate GSI to create a more sustainable and livable community. Each design included before -and -after plans and sections, a design narrative, and a plant list. The ROM cost estimates provide a preliminary understanding of the potential construction costs associated with each proposed design, and are intended to serve as a tool to help guide decision -making through the planning, budgeting and early design process. The 10% designs and ROM cost estimates provided the City of Edmonds with a comprehensive understanding of the design opportunities and costs associated with incorporating GSI and enhancing the streetscape on Dayton Street. Both pilot project locations represent opportunities for the City of Edmonds to improve water quality, reduce stormwater runoff, and create a more sustainable and livable community. The project also has the potential to enhance the safety, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal of the street, improving the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. DAYTON STREET Dayton Street is in the commercial core of Downtown Edmonds. There are two design examples. One of them exemplifies a streetscape condition in which the adjacent buildings abut the ROW and pedestrian space is at a premium. This site condition is characterized by the need to accommodate existing infrastructure, a constrained sidewalk zone and limited topography. 236TH STREET SW 236th Street SW is currently in the midst of development. The design example in this block considers how both the City and developers working on streets with a poorly defined ROW and no preexisting sidewalk can contribute to the Green Streets Network and a consistent experience for pedestrians and bicyclists. This site is characterized by a more expansive ROW zone allowing for larger scale interventions, steeper topography and less existing infrastructure. CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGT❑N Existing Conditions Plan View Sections Edmonds Green Streets 1 9.1.a Page v 0 E 0 Packet Pg. 110 Dayton Street 110% Design Example This section is to use the two example projects to show how elements were selected to create a green street on this specific street typology. The project is located on Dayton Street between Highway 104 and 2nd Avenue South. The primary goals in this example are to reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality, enhance the streetscape character, and provide safe and accessible pedestrian and bicycle accommodations. To achieve these goals, a range of design strategies and opportunities were considered, including GSI techniques, planting strategies, traffic calming measures, and pedestrian -oriented streetscape elements. CONNECTION TO THE GREEN STREETS NETWORK The site ties into the Green Streets Network in the downtown area, connecting pedestrians and cyclists with local businesses and, enhancing the streetscape experience for tourists and reducing contaminated runoff into the Puget Sound SITE CONSIDERATIONS • Utilities: Trees are offset from stormwater and sewer lines on the north side of the block and the water line on the south side of the block • Overhead power lines: Smaller tree species are recommended for this block due to overhead electric lines on both sides of the street. • ROW dimensions: The current streetscape infrastructure takes up the entire ROW. • Conditions informing plant palette development: Since many people pass through this area with their pets, dog tolerant plants are recommended. GREEN STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE • Stormwater planters: Are used on both sides of the street to capture and infiltrate stormwater runoff from the street and sidewalk. • Street trees: Street trees are used on both sides of the street to reduce stormwater runoff through uptake and evapotranspiration as well as intercepting rainfall. Additionally, they provide shade to reduce Urban Heat Island Effect and improve air quality. PEDESTRIAN ENHANCEMENTS • Sidewalk enhancements: The existing pedestrian travel zone is maintained, with proposed trees and stormwater planters acting as a buffer to separate pedestrians from vehicular traffic. CITY OF EDM4hIDS Edmonds Green Streets -WASH INGTaN PROJECT LOCATION -MAP NOT TO SCALE 9.1.a Page vi M r a Packet Pg. 111 Dayton S M treet Option 1 ExistingConditions c 1 12 1 + . y 17 1 i% 1 � J----------1 r Existing Site Photos Dayton St., view looking east EDMONDS LANDING ASSISTED LIVING Dayton St., view looking west Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data 1 + 1 1 1 1 1 Legend 9.1.a Page vii ►4 -A'.•�'• E �■ i r4* 1 r + 7 .� - %� '�. j 1 i ICI II 1 ' . 6 M 0 3' Existing sidewalk EXISTING ABOVE GROUND UTILITIES Fiber optic communication line Electric p Utility pole EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES Sewer Stormwater Water CITY 4F EDMDNDS Edmonds Green Streets WASHINGT❑N Note: Trees to be placed with 5' offset from utility lines. Project location o .N m m N a� d L c m d ,L^ V c 0 E w Dayton Street Option 1 I Plan View c cz J E H N U- Precedent Images Portland, OR Portland, OR EDMONDS LANDING ASSISTED LIVING tf 71 Davton { r:. Legend Notes } AlStreet �� trees 1. Trees in standard landscape beds alternate at regular „. intervals with bioretention r I- Stnd. landscape beds planters Stormwater planter 2. Stormwater planter collecting Concrete pavement sidewalk and roadway runoff ■� Bus shelter 9.1.a Page viii N 0 15' n Project location Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. CITY OF EDMONDS W A 5 H I N G T O N Edmonds Green Streets �� a Packet Pg. 113 Dayton Street Option 1 I Sections Section 2 Serve sting >cape Legend Sewer ! Stormwater Water Stormwater runoff Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data CITY OF EDMONDS Edmonds Green Streets WASHINGTON Key Map i Note: Trees to be placed with 5' offset from utility lines. 9.1.a Page ix 2 t 0 5' 10' R © � a Packet Pg. 114 EDMONDS LANDING ASSISTED LIVING EDMONDS WASTEWATER TREATMENT Dayton Street Option 2 I Plan View I LL co Dayton St Precedent Images Spring District, Bellevue, WA Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. CITY 4F EDMONDS W A S H I N G T O N Edmonds Green Streets Legend Street trees Stnd. landscape beds EStormwater planter Concrete pavement Bus shelter FE: Notes 1. Stormwater planter collecting runoff from the road 2. Standard landscape beds adjacent to stormwater planter picking up sidewalk runoff, overflows to stormwater planter 4 9.1.a Page x 7 m Q 0 C N _ 1 0 15' Project location © � a Packet Pg. 115 Dayton Street Option 2 I Sections Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Sar_tinn 7 serve sting scape Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page xi Key Map I �, Legend Sewer 0 Stormwater 0 5' 10' 0 Water Note: Trees to be placed with 5' Stormwater runoff offset from utility lines. © � a Packet Pg. 116 Dayton Street I Plant Palette and Details Plant Palette Typical Details Trees Loebner Magnolia Dog Tolerant Plants Sword Fern, Japanese Holly Fern Bioretention Cell Plantings Kelsey Dogwood Orange Bark Stewartia Mexican Sage Orange New Zealand Sedge Planting beds Dwarf Cranberry Bush Silver Carpet Oregon Iris w/ Slough Sedge Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. CITY OF EDMONDS V, ' - WASHINGT❑N Curb cut example CONCRETE CURB & — GLIITER PER 006 STD PLAN 4109 CM) 4EN FROM MU SIX Stormwater planter example Edmonds Green Streets LANDSCWE PLA45 r "• Y. INFILTRATING BIORETENTION CELL — VERTICAL SIDES 5'YMB IMIN. MEASURED INFILTRATION RATE = O.C,"/HR (OR 0.3"/HR IF AN UNDERDRAIN IS USED) 2" MIN, OR 12" MAX PONDING 2' MIN BOTTOM WIDTH r PER RD PLAN AANN DEPTH AS SHOWN ON PLAN PER PL �� HE NOTE 3 2"-3" DEPTH COMPOSTED �-REINF. CONCRETE WALLS 6' MATERIAL --��. � MIN. WIDTH, X 3' MAX. HT, VIN. HGRIZ. 5£TBAC:KS= ' FOR INFILTRATIN . FACILITIES, S£E `•,W FLOW ENTRANCE PIPE MANUAL VOL.3, ��ys�'- SEE NOTE 4 SECTION 3.2 NATIVE SOIL OVERFLOW PIPE, 4" DIA. MIN.�"I INLET PROTECTION 02% MIN. TO APPROVED SEE NOTE 4 61;CHA€tC;E POINT ,�=�>�:�i VVERFLIsw RISER PIPE WI ATRIUM .;�BIORI=TENTION SOIL 12" MIN. FOR ON —SITE OR CRATE, RISER DIAMETER PER PLAN. FLOW CONTROL- 18" AKIN. FOR SEE NOTE 3 WATER QUALITY TREATMENT MIN. 1' OR 3' ABOVE SEASONAL HI(M \1 GROUNDWATER ELEVATION & -FACILITY BOTTOM HYDRAULICALLY —RESTRICTIVE MATERIAL SEE NOTE 6 NOTES: 1. BOTTOM & TOP CELL DIMENSIONS MUST BE SHOWN ON DRAINAGE CONTROL PLAN 2. PONDING DEPTH & FREEBOARD SHALL BE NOTED ON THE DRAINAGE CONTROL PLAN. 1 SEE THE BSORETENTION OVERFLOW RISER AND FREEBOARD DIMENSIONS DETAIL/TABLE FOR REQUIRED RISER DIAMETER AND MINIMUM REQUIRE[) FREEBOARD, 4_ FLOWS MUST ENTER THE CELL ABOVE THE MULCH LAYER. PROVIDE ENERGY DISSIPATION SUCH AS A SPLASH BLOCK OR ROCK PAD FOR CONCENTRATED FLOW. 5. SEE SEATTLE STORMWATER MANUAL VOL. 3, SEC 5,4.4 FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS, 6_ SCARIFY SUBGRADE 4" MIN BEFORE BIORETENTION SOIL INSTALLATION. 9.1.a Page xii M —a a Packet Pg. 117 236th Street SW 110% Design Example The primary goals of the design are to improve water quality, reduce stormwater runoff, enhance pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, and create an inviting and safe streetscape character. To achieve these goals, a range of design strategies were considered, including GSI techniques, planting strategies, traffic calming measures, and pedestrian -oriented streetscape elements and sections, a design narrative, and a plant list. CONNECTION TO THE GREEN STREETS NETWORK The site ties into the Green Streets Network adjacent to a grocery store and multifamily housing, connecting shoppers and residents to the Green Streets Network extending from Lake Ballinger to destinations throughout the City of Edmonds including Downtown, schools, other businesses and open spaces. SITE CON5iL)1= KAI IUN5 Utilities: Trees are offset from known underground utilities. Overhead power lines: Currently, there are overhead utilities on both sides of the street. This design proposes undergrounding the communication lines on the north side of the street to allow for taller trees. On the south side, shorter varieties are utilized to account for power lines. ROW dimensions: The ROW in this area allows for an expanded pedestrian zone including new sidewalks as well as bioretention swales. Conditions informing plant palette development: The expansive space and more informal nature of this block of 236th is reflected in a naturalistic, primarily PNW native plant palette. Topography: The project area's steeper topography presents additional challenges, requiring creative solutions to manage stormwater runoff and provide safe and accessible pedestrian and bicycle connections. GFiEEN STUHMWATEH INFRASTRUCTURE • Bioretention swales: Bioretention swales are used on both sides of the street to capture and infiltrate stormwater runoff from the street and sidewalk. Street trees: Street trees are used on both sides of the street to reduce stormwater runoff through uptake and evapotranspiration as well as intercepting rainfall. Additionally, they provide shade to reduce Urban Heat Island Effect and improve air quality. FLUES I HIAN ENHANCEMENTS • Sidewalk enhancements: This block currently has occasional, discontinuous sidewalks. The proposed design creates a continuous pedestrian zone, separated from the roadway by a planted buffer. CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Edmonds Green Streets PROJECT LOCATION - MAP NOT TO SCALE 9.1.a Page xiii _ T :.ti. I ■ 'c lift (D �'.ftm .2 .7410 " ..N go iL �- c F-r 0 o I w a Packet Pg. 118 9.1.a 236th Street SW I Existing Conditions ti, Existing Site Photos 236th St SW view looking east EDMONDS LUTHERAN CHURCH lo and Learning Center i TERRACE PLACE APARTMENTS (proposed development) e M 236th St SW view looking west Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON r W ­M r M m m ELC FIELD APARTMENT (proposed development) AURORA MARKE -PARK EDMOND -2 � ARTMENTS S l r� TPLACE 1 Legend Existing sidewalk EXISTING ABOVE GROUND UTILITIES Fiber optic communication line Electric 0 Utility pole EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES Sewer Stormwater Water Edmonds Green Streets :? Note: Trees to be placed with 5' offset from utility lines. Project location © � a Packet Pg. 119 236th Street SW I Plan View Precedent Images Portland, OR EDMONDS LUTHERAN CHURCH and Learning Center 236th Street SW ..........&0,=" S.EA. Street, Seattle, WA ELC FIELD APARTMENTS (proposed development) AURORA MARKETPLACE Legend Street trees Planting beds Bioretention swales Concrete pavement Stabilized gravel paving • Utility pole — — 3' Guardrail ...... Stormwater pipe (proposed) 3 r p ,I Notes 1. Meandering informal stabilized gravel path 2. Vegetative buffer planting at back of sidewalk to provide screening of Aurora Marketplace wall 3. Connection to existing storm 4. Bioretention swales collect runoff from road through curb cuts 5. Bioretention swales collect runoff directly from sidewalks PARK EDMONDS APARTMENTS 9.1.a Page xv 91 S 'City 1 1--1 1 0 50' Project location Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. CITY OF EDMONDS a Edmonds Green Streets W A S H I N G T O Packet Pg. 120 236th Street SW I Sections Si Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON SE Edmonds Green Streets 9.1.a Page xvi Key Map Legend r, Sewer * Stormwater Water • Proposed under -grounding of Fiber optic communication line 4 Stormwater runoff �r r 1 1 2 r Q 5' 10, Note: Trees to be placed with 5' offset from utility ;�- lines. R a Packet Pg. 121 236th Street SW I Plant Palette and Details Plant Palette Trees Western Red Cedar Planting beds Dwarf Cranberry Bush Eddies White Wonder Dogwood Tall Oregon Grape Bioretention Swale Plantings Kelsey Dogwood Orange New Zealand Sedge Large Shrubs Hinoki Cypress Sword Fern Oregon Iris w/ Slough Sedge Content is for exhibit working document purposes only. Scale is approximate. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Utilities are diagrammatic and are approximate locations based on City of Edmonds Web Map Data CITY OF EDMONDS WASHINGTON Typical Details Curb cut example MMF1EO CONCIt CURB & G#lfIER THROUGH Jal f tM.) CONCREM CURB & MIT= DIM SIDM M AM 410B6 vL 14 14 lea ': � ins : • •' •, _ _ VL p4::r' . E PLAWNC PER �{ STATION PER PLAN .� • •� Y` ?'' ::+ CURB DOWEI•S (TYP) r' ROAD PAVOM .IKGYM��fMW�PER PLMy•+'� .�• Bioretention Swale example 9.1.a Page xvii INFILTRATING BIORETENTION CELL WITH UNDERDRAIN — SLOPED SIDES SYMBOL BCU MIN. OVERFLOW RISER PIPE W/ HORIZONTAL MEASURED INFILTRATION RATE = 0.3"%HR ATRIUM GRATE, RISER DIAMETER SETBACK TOP CELL WDTH PER PLAN. SEE NOTE 4 SW MANUAL PONDING AREA WIDTH FREEBOARD PER PLAN 3, SEE NOTE 4 SECIC TION 12" MIN. 32 M 2"-12" PONDING DEPTH. SEE PLAN INLET PIPE & PROTECTION SEE NOTE 3 "�� s '• ." }mac r :�'�.� .,K , . NATIVE SOIL, SCARIFY MAY BE REDUCED TO 6" Mite f� J'� =� ;F SUBGRADE 4" MIN. IF REQUIRED FOR GRAVITY FLOW TO POINT OF 2"-3" COMPOST MULCH LAYER DISCHARGE) � 12" MIN. BIORETENTION SOIL (18' MIN. OVERFLOW PIPE (4" DIA. MIN, IF USING FOR WATER QUALITY) CAD 2% MIN.) TO APPROVED i , i� �` 4" DIA, MIN. SLOTTED UNDERDRAIN DISCHARGE POINT s; .6. (PER STD. PLAN 291) SEE NOTE 5, NOTES: 1. SHOW BOTTOM & TOP CELL DIMENSIONS ON PLAN VIEW BELOW. 2. SHOW PONDING DEPTH & FREEBOARD PLAN VIEW BELOW 3, FLOWS MUST ENTER THE CELL ABOVE THE MULCH LAYER. PROVIDE ENERGY DISSIPATION SUCH AS A SPLASH BLOCK OR ROCK PAD FOR CONCENTRATED FLOW. 4. SEE THE BIORETE14TION OVERFLOW RISER AND FREEBOARD DIMENSIONS DETAIL/TABLE FOR REOUIRED RISER DIAMETER AND MINIMUM REQUIRED FREEBOARD. 5. SLOTTED DRAIN PIPE SHALL RUN THE LENGTH (LONG DIMENSION) OF THE PLANTER. PROVIDE A CLEANOUT AT THE OTHER END OF THE UNDERDRAIN PIPE. 6. SEE SEATTLE STORMWATER MANUAL VOL. 3, SEC. 5.4.4, FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS. DETAIL VERSION 2022 Edmonds Green Streets Packet Pg. 122 9.2 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Annexation Overview Staff Lead: City Council/ City Attorney Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History Over the last several years, the city council has not had many occasions to consider annexation of territory into the city. The topic has received heightened interest recently. So, the city attorney was asked to provide an introduction to the subject. Recommendation N/A Narrative City Attorney will present an overview of the annexation process and take questions from the Council. Attachments: SnoCo municipal UGAs Packet Pg. 123 9.3 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Resolution to Request Change in Meadowdale Municipal Urban Growth Area Staff Lead: City Council Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History As provided in the whereas clauses of the resolution and audience comments at the August 15,, 2023 meeting, Residents of this neighborhood desire annexation into City of Edmonds Recommendation Approve the attached resolution requesting MUGA boundary change action by City of Lynnwood and Snohomish County. Narrative We cannot annex any areas that are not in our designated MUGA (Municipal Urban Growth Area) and per staff at Snohomish County, a boundary change to the MUGA must be accomplished prior to any other steps toward annexation can be considered. Attachments: 2023-08-31 Draft Resolution to Request Change in Meadowdale MUGA EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES August 15, 2023 audience comments Packet Pg. 125 9.3.a RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, REQUESTING THAT SNOHOMISH COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LYNNWOOD, RESPECTFULLY, CONSULT WITH THE CITY OF EDMONDS CONCERNING THE CITY OF EDMONDS' REQUEST TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL URBAN GROWTH AREA BOUNDARIES FOR LYNNWOOD AND EDMONDS SUCH THAT THE SUBJECT PORTION OF UNINCORPORATED MEADOWDALE IS INCLUDED IN THE EDMONDS MUGA WHEREAS, the residential area including 47 homes from 161s' PI SW to the southern boundary of Meadowdale Beach Park and east of 681" Ave W, as defined in the attached map, are currently unincorporated; and WHEREAS, the residents of this area have purchased homes with Edmonds addresses and have Edmonds addresses on their registered drivers' licenses; and WHEREAS, this neighborhood is historically and currently addressed as "Edmonds" in the 98026 zip code with mail delivery handled by USPO Perrinville; and WHEREAS, taxable household deliveries and services to these homes have been and are charged Edmonds sales tax rates because of their Edmonds address and 98026 zip code, and WHEREAS, these residents generally identify as Edmonds residents; and WHEREAS, despite identifying as Edmonds residents, homeowners in this area have been unable to vote or participate in City civic activities, and thus want to become full- fledged residents of City of Edmonds through annexation into Edmonds; and WHEREAS, more than 60% of the homeowners in the unincorporated area have recently signed a petition seeking annexation by the City of Edmonds per RCW 35A.14.120; and WHEREAS, this is the second attempt by homeowners in this area to be annexed by Edmonds, including more than 60% signing a petition to do so, in the last 15 years; and WHEREAS, the area is designated as Lynnwood's Municipal Urban Growth Area, having been so designated at some point during recent county -wide strategic planning processes, without any consultation with affected homeowners; and WHEREAS, redesignation of addresses from Edmonds to Lynnwood would be a cumbersome process, and be at odds with the community's identity; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON DO HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Packet Pg. 126 9.3.a SECTION 1. The City of Edmonds would like to have the area shown on the map attached hereto as Attachment 1 (Map of Unincorporated Meadowdale Neighborhood) included in its Municipal Urban Growth Area. SECTION 2. The City of Edmonds requests that Snohomish County consult with the cities of Lynnwood and Edmonds regarding a change to the cities' respective Municipal Urban Growth Areas that would result in having the area shown on the map attached hereto as Attachment 1 included in the City of Edmonds Municipal Urban Growth Area. SECTION 3. The City of Edmonds hereby requests that the City of Lynnwood adopt a resolution expressing its agreement with the City of Edmonds' request to have the area shown on the map attached hereto as Attachment 1 included in the City of Edmonds Municipal Urban Growth Area. SECTION 4. If Snohomish County and the City of Lynnwood take the steps requested in Sections 2 and 3, above, the City of Edmonds administration should prepare any necessary interlocal agreements and/or comprehensive plan amendments that may be necessary to finalize the above -described amendment to the municipal urban growth area. RESOLVED this day of September, 2023. CITY OF EDMONDS MAYOR, MIKE NELSON ATTEST: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: RESOLUTION NO. Packet Pg. 127 9.3.a ATTACHMENT 1: Map of Unincorporated Meadowdale Neighborhood Unincorporated Meadowdale WSnohomish County Assessor Waehingten —---.—.---._._._—._._._._.t R v a � t � t 1 t f 1 f 156th St SW t �' • j R "bo St Sw L._----�---,.---- �-----� 557th St SW 7 Legend ♦♦ sw '♦♦ Parcel a •. '� n K • • •• Recent Sales 2023 s Recent Sales 2022 1158th p/ s� Recent Sales 2021 �._._._._.. City Boundary 160 :'St '; _ _ ._._ .e._.-. --------- ....... ._. County Park Sw National Forest ■II � I: �1160th P1 SW Water �I $ y Street Types 4. 161s1 Pt 4 •' Interstate Q' I 162nd Pt SW State Route a ly Local Road 4 'L 4 � t 163rd 5t S W a� SW 0 521 1,042 Feet a11712M 0 c 0 :r 0 0 to 0) V'a^ c� G d R 3 0 R 0) m a� c M t U m a� 0 c 0 to d L M 00 0 M N O N C w t v R Q Packet Pg. 128 9.3.b EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED MINUTES August 15, 2023 ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Mike Nelson, Mayor Neil Tibbott, Council President Vivian Olson, Councilmember Will Chen, Councilmember Diane Buckshnis, Councilmember Susan Paine, Councilmember Dave Teitzel, Councilmember Jenna Nand, Councilmember 1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE STAFF PRESENT Dave Turley, Administrative Services Director Oscar Antillon, Public Works Director Angie Feser, Parks, Rec., & Human Serv. Dir. Susan McLaughlin, Planning & Dev. Dir. Todd Tatum, Comm./Culture/Econ. Dev. Dir. Jeff Taraday, City Attorney Scott Passey, City Clerk Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Nelson in the Council Chambers, 250 5' Avenue North, Edmonds, and virtually. The meeting was opened with the flag salute. 2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councilmember Olson read the City Council Land Acknowledge Statement: "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." 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Scott Passey called the roll. All elected officials were present. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA IN CONTENT AND ORDER. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Mayor Nelson described the procedures for audience comments. Gayla Shoemake, Edmonds, said although she did not always agree with all of their decisions, she appreciated the work the council and mayor do in support of the City and the effort they put into the decisions they make. She provided the council a heads up that many members of the community are seriously concerned about the lack of climate crisis action on the part of individuals, families and businesses Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 15, 2023 Page 1 Packet Pg. 129 9.3.b and will soon be coming to the council. Because the 2023 Climate Action Plan (CAP) has no implementation plan, nothing has happened to call attention to what private individuals and businesses should have been doing since 2010. The 2010 CAP includes a plan for implementation; the 2023 CAP does not and is only an update of the 2010 CAP, not a replacement. She suggested adding the 2010 implementation plan to the 2023 CAP which would save time and money and start things moving. Implementation of climate work is a safety issue and she referenced what happened in Maui where there was no plan. Edmonds can no longer ignore the fact that safety is in jeopardy. Resources must be included in the 2024 budget as noted in the 2010 implementation plan. Edmonds used to be a leader in climate change preparation; that is no longer true and Edmonds is now way behind. Taking this action and moving forward with the 2010 implementation plan will at least get the City started. Marlin Phelps, Marysville, commented in 2004 his then wife and he prequalified for a home and were searching for a home in the Edmonds area. They located a home three houses west of Lake Ballinger, perfect due to beach access and his then wife's love of kayaking and him being an avid angler. Two days later he overheard his then wife on the phone with their real estate agent say no to Mountlake Terrace, it has to be Edmonds and two weeks later they purchased a house west of Edmonds-Woodway High School. Years later he learned what that meant, the Zachors and Robert Barker, the lookout and sheep, and what they had in common was Edmonds Municipal Court. When they murdered Thomas Wales, they had a plan to frame him for the murder. All the steps they took to never have a trial; he offered to explain to council all the things they did to him. Thomas Wales' murder is still unsolved, but he can solve it. He appreciated that Judge Whitney Rivera has a conflict of interest but in 2006 James White was set up simply because he was a shoo-in and would have oversight. He did nothing wrong in that case. Kevin Fagerstrom, Edmonds, reported two Saturdays ago he was walking on 6' Avenue and when he turned on Main, he saw a woman lying on the sidewalk. Concerned for her wellbeing and hoping to provide assistance, he ran toward her. As he neared her, she rolled onto her side and asked what he was doing. Assuming she was hurt, he offered to help her up. The woman explained she was laying on the sidewalk reading a land use action sign mounted on a steel H frame sign stuck in the dirt where the ground was about 8 inches below grade so the sign was at the grade of the sidewalk and the only way she could read it was to lay on the pavement. He helped her up and they had a brief discussion and chuckle about the posting of the sign. He drove to other construction sites in the City including one at the Baskin & Robbins site and a 17 unit planned residential development on SR 104 & 5t1i. The same type of signs were mounted on both those sites. He subsequently read the code and found it is not being complied with; the code only requires the sign be visible to pedestrians. There are no sidewalks on either side of the street near the site on SR 104 so there are no pedestrians to see the 15x 18 inch land use action sign and the much smaller written notice and it is much too small for passing motorists to see. He suggested some way whereby citizens are notified of proposed land use actions and how they can provide public comment. Jim Ogonowski, Edmonds, referred to agenda item 8.2 which proposes the use of ARPA funds for the Landmark 99 site purchase. He did not feel ARPA funds were an appropriate source of funds for that purpose. ARPA funds should be used for something tangible, not a study. If City staff is interested in conducting a study, they should make a proposal regarding how funds in their budget can be used to gather information the council is looking for. He suggested the council consider what information they were looking for and asked if City staff had approached each councilmember asking what information they needed to make a decision in December. The council is the customer in this case; City staff should be asking that question and councilmembers should indicate what information they need, not necessarily what they want, to make an informed decision in December. Zigman Fraker, Edmonds, commented the proposed Landmark 99 site has long served as a curiosity on the Edmonds landscape, one he only began to explore after more than 20 years living in Edmonds. The Antique Pavilion is a treasure trove known to artists, makers and collectors throughout the region and the Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 15, 2023 Page 2 Packet Pg. 130 9.3.b Burlington Coat Factory is an affordable option for those looking to clothe themselves and their families. However, one cannot ignore the fact that the landowner is interested in selling and 10 acres of land on the King/Snohomish County border represents, as Mayor Nelson described, an opportunity. The only question in their mind was how the City intends to use that opportunity. In June Planning & Development Director McLaughlin commented on the breakup of existing communities with construction of SR 99 and in 1964 when the cloverleaf interchange was built to connect SR 104. Her report used the term blight or urban decay to describe the southern reach of the Highway 99 subarea which Councilmember Nand disputed did not reflect the economic contributions of that community. They believed the cultural isolation created in decades past between the more affluent, older and frankly White demographics of the downtown bowl and the diversity of the Highway 99 area represents an opportunity to enrich Edmonds as a whole by encouraging intercommunity dialogue and construction of civic works to bridge those gaps. There is an opportunity to take one small step toward a united Edmonds by taking seriously the comments and public visioning for these 10 acres. As a lifetime Edmonds resident and a business owner with generations of privilege behind them, they still struggle to afford rents higher than many mortgages in the area. Edmonds is under threat of pushing lower income families further and further to the fringe or out of town entirely. There is an opportunity with the Landmark 99 site to build quality affordable housing, community centers or human services, a small step toward healing and unifying the community. They urged the council and mayor to take seriously the comments from those who stand to gain or lose the most from the direction of this and other civic projects in the future. They urged the council and mayor to enthusiastically work with these communities to determine what will best serve their lives, not because it is the most politically expedient to appease the more privileged members of society but because there is an opportunity to heal the wounds done by those who were in power before. Thatcher Boddendeitchel, Edmonds, a member of Carpenters Local 206, commented infrastructure is a very big topic including state funds for affordable housing. He urged the council to consider when planning affordable housing projects to consider using union labor. The Market Share Recovery program allows the City to get a bid from a non -union company and a union -backed company. If the City accepts the union company, the union pays the difference in cost between the two bids so the City can try out union labor and see the difference. He and his neighbors, a union electrician and concrete mason, commute out of Edmonds to build other cities' economy and infrastructure. He would be honored to be able to build in Edmonds, to show his children in the future something he built. He encouraged the council to support union labor. Zach Bloomfield, a resident of the unincorporated area north of Meadowdale Playfields sometimes referred to as the unincorporated Meadowdale area, said 46 homes have Edmonds addresses in the 98026 zip code and are served by the Perrinville post office. Most residents purchased their homes believing they were in Edmonds city limits and even pay Edmonds sales tax on delivered purchases. They recently learned that their neighborhood was designated as part of Lynnwood's municipal urban growth area (MUGA) per the Snohomish County strategic plan, done without consultation with the affected homeowners. For many reasons, primarily their identity as Edmonds residents, there is a consensus among the neighborhood against annexation by Lynnwood and they would strongly prefer to be annexed by Edmonds as represented by a not yet officially submitted annexation petition signed by more than 60% of his neighbors. There was a previous annexation proposal and petition in 2010/2011 presented to the Edmonds council that was never acted upon. While they recognize it is a relatively cumbersome process to be released from Lynnwood's MUGA, annexed by Edmonds and certified by the Snohomish County Boundary Review Board, they would appreciate and urge the Edmonds council to support them in formally joining the city they love. They would prefer their property taxes support Edmonds and that they are able to vote on City matters. His wife, who is home with their 5-year old, asked him to say that they are a very tightknit neighborhood that plans collective events, is filled with kids and is proud to be part of the wider Edmonds community even if not officially part of Edmonds yet. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 15, 2023 Page 3 Packet Pg. 131 9.3.b Tony Schapiro, Edmonds, expressed concern with the proposal to restrict the ability to walk dogs on the jetty that runs on the north side of the ferry dock. There is some confusion whether that restriction would extend to the south side of the ferry, the other side of Brackett's Landing. He and his two dogs enjoy walking in that area. The Parks department does a magnificent job keeping the area clean, grooming the grass, and keeping sand off the sidewalk. Restricting the ability to walk dogs on a leash will not keep dogs from harassing wildlife. In the years he has walked his dogs there, only once has he seen a dog running loose on the north side of the jetty. Instead of mandating that citizens cannot walk their dogs on leash in this area, he suggested new signage with a number to report off -leash dogs. The existing signage has a list of restricted items on the beach; if dogs are the primary concern, there should be a more dominant sign requesting dogs be on leash. Theresa Hollis, Edmonds, referred to agenda item 8.2, Landmark 99 Project Update and Budget Request that includes a transfer of ARPA funds intended for Edmonds business owners to a consultant for the Landmark project. She was opposed to that budget management technique and preferred the intended use of those funds. If staff advises the grant be reshaped to be easier to administer, that should be the next step. There have been fairly significant departmental budget underruns year-to-date; the planning & development department has underrun their budget by $530,000 through June 2023. It is inappropriate for that department to ask for a transfer to take funds away from Edmonds business owners and spent it on professional fees. She understood funds were needed to the vet the concept of this mega Landmark 99 project, but the existing funding provided to parks and planning & development should be adequate to pay whatever professional service fees will be needed in the next couple months. Ken Reidy, Edmonds, explained April 25, 2023 was to be the night Edmonds city council decided between continuing to contract for city attorney services or hire inhouse attorneys. Councilmember Paine stated the following that evening: Per our subcommittee work plan, if the choice is to continue with contracted services, the subcommittee will propose a draft request for proposal/request for qualifications. If the decision is to bring these services in-house, the administration will be asked to start the process of putting together a job description and ultimately publishing the job bulletin seeking applicants. History shows neither of the two options established under the subcommittee work plan happened. A surprise was in store; Resolution 1295 states a mayor participates in discussion and debate only with permission of the city council. Despite this, Councilmember Paine, representing the subcommittee and reading from prepared comments, invited Mayor Nelson to speak first on the issue. Neither Councilmember Paine nor the subcommittee had the authority to invite the mayor to speak. Resolution 1295 was resolved on June 16, 2013. Mr. Reidy continued, as Mayor Nelson started to speak, Councilmember Buckshnis properly raised a point of order related to council's need to vote to allow the mayor to speak. A point of order is a simple thing to handle properly; when a point of order is made, the meeting chair rules on the point of order. That didn't happen, instead Councilmember Paine asked if she could speak to the point of order. Mayor Nelson allowed her to comment on the point of order. While Councilmember Paine was speaking, Council President Tibbott raised his own point of order. Mayor Nelson never ruled on either point of order. Before the April 25, 2023 council meeting concluded, Councilmember Nand made comments about not falling prey to a very vocal minority that have issues with the city attorney. No one made a point of order related to Councilmember Nand's comments. Four councilmembers voted to continue contracting with Lighthouse. Tonight council is being asked to approve a five year contract with Lighthouse Law Group. He requested the council remove it from the consent agenda and address the conduct that took place during the April 25 council meeting and have the subcommittee propose a draft RFP/RFQ as soon as possible. Sherri Larsen Woods, a resident of unincorporated Meadowdale, echoed the comments made by Zach Bloomfield. She has lived in Edmonds for many years and never thought when she bought her home that it Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 15, 2023 Page 4 Packet Pg. 132 9.3.b was not an Edmonds address. They are a very tightknit, family neighborhood that really wants to keep their Edmonds address and be part of Edmonds. She requested the council keep their neighborhood part of Edmonds. 6. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FOR FILING 2. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS 3. EDMONDS UNDERWATER PARK STEWARD'S 2022-23 STATUS REPORT 7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS COUNCILMEMBER NAND MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT TIBBOTT, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. Councilmember Buckshnis requested Item 7.6, Approval of Council Committee Meeting Minutes August 8, 2023, be removed from the Consent Agenda and Councilmember Olson requested 7.3, City Attorney Contract 2024, be removed. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: 1. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 2, 2023 2. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 2, 2023 4. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL AND BENEFIT CHECKS, DIRECT DEPOSIT AND WIRE PAYMENTS. 5. APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS AND WIRE PAYMENTS. 7. CONFLICT COUNSEL AND PUBLIC DEFENSE ASSESSOR RATES 8. ORDINANCE TO AMEND ECC 10.55 EDMONDS YOUTH COMMISSION 9. ORDINANCE FOR PFD CHARTER AMENDMENT 10. ORDINANCE TO CLOSE PARKS TRUST FUND 136 11. FIBER CUSTOMER PRICE ADJUSTMENT 12. AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2023 OVERLAY PROJECT. 13. APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH WSP FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES ON THE 76TH AVE OVERLAY PROJECT. 14. APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH ATWELL LLC FOR CITYWIDE BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT 3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 8, 2023 Councilmember Olson referred to the minutes of the 8/8/23 PSPHSP meeting on packet page 50, explaining the committee discussed six or seven hens and decided on six, but the minutes do not mention six. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PAINE, TO AMEND THE THIRD TO THE LAST LINE ON PACKET PAGE 50 TO READ, "...ALLOWING SIX OR SEVEN HENS AND VISITING ROOSTERS..." MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COUNCILMEMBER OLSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAND, TO APPROVE THE COUNCIL COMMITTEE MINUTES AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. CITY ATTORNEY CONTRACT 2024 Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 15, 2023 Page 5 Packet Pg. 133 9.4 City Council Agenda Item Meeting Date: 09/5/2023 Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement Resolution Staff Lead: Councilmember Vivian Olson Department: City Council Preparer: Beckie Peterson Background/History City of Edmonds staff and consultants conducted an extensive process to create a vision statement for the Comprehensive Plan update process. The City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update process has a draft vision statement as a result of this process, but to date it has not been fully validated, amended and approved. Recommendation Approve attached resolution establishing timelines and involvement by Staff, Planning Board, and Council in the finalizing of the vision statement. Narrative The attached Resolution details the Council's desire to have a finalized and approved vision statement (policy) guiding the Comprehensive Plan Update process. Attachments: Resolution Finalizing the City of Edmonds 2024 Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement 8.31.23 (1) Pages from 2023-08-02 City Council - Full Minutes-3434 Pages from 2023-07-05 City Council - Full Minutes-3411 Packet Pg. 134 9.4.a RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON FOR FINALIZING THE CITY OF EDMONDS 2024 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VISION STATEMENT WHEREAS, a Vision Statement is a legislative policy; and WHEREAS, the Council is the legislative branch of government with the authority to set policy; and WHEREAS, much outreach was done to gather inputs on the community vision; and WHEREAS, data was collected in a fair and representative way during this outreach; and WHEREAS, the Administration, Council, and public all want to honor the inputs and have a Vision Statement for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update process that represents those inputs; and WHEREAS, the Council is dissatisfied that an ambiguous term in the Vision Statement was not defined in the initial validation survey issued; and WHEREAS, the validation survey of the public as to whether the City got the Vision Statement right generated only 150 responses, and those were evenly split 51 % "yes" to 49% "no"; and WHEREAS, the community provided more validation input in a public hearing on August 2, 2023 and in other input processes since concerning how the vision statement could be edited to better represent the inputs from the community engagement; and WHEREAS, the Council wants to make sure the community's true values and vision are guiding our 2024 Comprehensive Plan process by ensuring the vision statement accurately reflects the citizen input submitted, and reflects the best iterative process, rather than finalized with first draft; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That the vision statement validation inputs (from the August 2, 2023 public hearing and other) be considered by staff for best representation of the original data collected, and then the staff s second draft, modified or not from the first, be sent to the Planning Board and Council as soon as possible, but not later than October 11, 2023. 2. That the word cloud, Edmonds Visioning Survey results, the original draft vision statement, and the Bloom revision of the draft vision statement will be provided to the Planning Board in their board packet, as soon as possible, but not later than October 11, 2023. Packet Pg. 135 9.4.a 3. That the Planning Board will provide feedback and recommendations to the City Council about which of the versions to adopt ("as is" or with suggested revisions) as soon as possible, but not later than November 30, 2023. 4. That the revised draft Vision Statement will then come to Council for approval, and 5. That the Council will approve and make final the 2024 Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update Vision Statement as soon as possible, but no later than the last Council meeting of 2023, for the purposes of guiding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update work by the staff, consultants, and any other parties guiding or leading the update process. RESOLVED this day of September 2023. CITY OF EDMONDS MAYOR, MIKE NELSON ATTEST: CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: RESOLUTION NO. Packet Pg. 136 9.4.b 6. RECEIVED FOR FILING 1. PARKS, RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT - 2023 Q2 ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2. SALARY COMMISSION TERM ASSIGNMENTS 3. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS 7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS COUNCILMEMBER PAINE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. Councilmember Buckshnis requested Consent Agenda Item 7, AMD2023-0005 Revised Minor Code Amendment Package #2, be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the agenda as Council Business Item 9.3. Council President Pro Tern Olson requested Item 7.6, Approval of Marchis Property Settlement Agreement, be removed from the Consent Agenda and scheduled on a future agenda. Councilmember Teitzel requested AMD2023-0005 Revised Minor Code Amendment Package #2 be Council Business Item 9.1 and renumber the remaining items in consideration of staff who are present for that item. Council President Pro Tern Olson pointed out there are attorneys present for the other items who are also being compensated. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: 1. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JULY 18, 2023 2. APPROVAL OF FIN COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JULY 20, 2023 3. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JULY 25, 2023 4. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JULY 25, 2023 5. APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS AND WIRE PAYMENT ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT 6. APPROVAL OF MARCHIS PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM OLSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS, TO MOVE THE MARCHIS PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO A FUTURE AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. PUBLIC HEARING 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON DRAFT COMMUNITY VISION STATEMENT FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mayor Pro Tem Tibbott commented this is a very important public hearing because the City is at a historic point where a comprehensive plan is being developed that addresses many of the issues discussed when the consultant contract was approved. The public hearing is an opportunity to hear from residents as well as hear from staff regarding the process and next steps. Planning & Development Director Susan McLaughlin commented she has been before council previously regarding this topic. Tonight's public hearing will be a deeper dive discussion about the vision process and Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 2 Packet Pg. 137 9.4.b next steps as well as an opportunity to hear feedback from the public regarding the visioning process and the resultant draft community vision statement. She reviewed: Draft Vision Statement pMpNDS WMT W6 HFARP qy;-5tto(�� ��aH0Ac+1 11A ' 1ij ?+iw ABurFablY? 9Wr 016A 5TATEMENT •ta�a�a,M ��M,xe�m WEWkuE[-W M>r W N(+rL6Tr'M•�VaSHV, Yi14NIMO Mi6c116�x W4.aa�d wan+nrsncc�•A+onn•rwp5nmsxer.vr.4�c ew•w�wevoe1n waa nrE7kltMarrix[,wrtvf.Wrxaamrs� ` •uiw 4oyryry �••� �� V11:16a i' f' �xLa4W �Wr uW _ _2 ' MOy t, AABSs �,liywc SrnE ,SASE waN�duirr wu+u.Ess MaurM4tNE urr ne4yRwl� 1xry.1�4H /KP IkSrdLYxE mnvuxr,Ir IM[,QrpyIN4 ONFASifl rm E46tf{W. 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(survey, in person, tabling and other events) We developed an outreach approach o Survey ■ Provided in Korean, simple Chinese, and Spanish ■ Qualitative (open-ended) and quantitative (multiple-choice) questions We launched a 6-week vision process o Talked to a lot of people in multiple formats and venues o We talked, we listened, we documented Yard signs Coffee Chats RAISEAWARENESS Panel discussion THEMED NEIGHBORHOOD CONVERSATIONS IN-DEPTH CONVERSATIONS ON KEY TOPICS \ -_•� / FROM SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS Weekly articles . Walk & Talks HELP PUT WEEKLY THEMES INTO CONTEXT EXPLORE KEY TOPICS IN REAL WORLD SCENARIOS Online surveys Table at local events ALLOW INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION MEETING PEOPLE WHERE THEY ARE Multi-lingual branding L PROCESS OF BUILDING TRUST We asked for feedback in different ways o For example, take a picture at your home and answer the question, "In 20 years, I envision an Edmonds that... [fill in the blank] ■ "In 20 years, I envision an Edmonds that ... our kids can afford to live in." The draft Community Vision Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 3 Packet Pg. 138 9.4.b o From the 8,500 comments, staff worked with the consultant team cataloging and identifying common themes and commonly heard/written words and drafted a community vision statement that they thought was in complete alignment with that collective feedback. ■ "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." o Some people may have used different words or said something in a different way. o The intent was to be true to people's direct comments at the meetings/gatherings, one-on-one conversations or snapshot taken at home. o Confident the draft community vision reflects the community as a whole. The vision drafting process o 8,500 comments were used to create a word cloud areas n� green heautiful. W��y 1 a0 JY. n atu ra [,,,, 4ee o Draft Community Vision Statement o Feedback from surveys was drawn from six weekly themes ■ Identity ■ Quality of Life ■ Economic Growth ■ Environment ■ Culture ■ Livability & Land Use o Statement was developed based directly on commonly used words — very little editorializing to stay true to collective community feedback o Draft vision statement was vetted to make sure the terms used translated positively in other languages Development of Visioning Statement o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ Many commenters described Edmonds as friendly and inviting, placing high value on the sense of community and neighborly relations. ■ Many stated need to be more inclusive and welcoming, recognizing Edmonds is becoming more culturally diverse Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 4 Packet Pg. 139 9.4.b ■ This phrase balances the lived experience of a welcoming city and aspirational goal to become more inclusive ■ Commonly used words: community (259), diverse/diversity (205), culture (204, friendly (92, represented (92), welcome (60), quality (40), different (33), multi -cultural (29), respect (26), inclusive (25), opportunity (15), acceptance (12), acknowledge (8), kindness (7), tolerance (7) o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ During six weeks of conversations, clear environmental stewardship is strong in Edmonds ■ Statement addresses the value of open space, tree canopy, water protection and natural beauty of Puget Sound ■ Commonly used words: Trees (408), environment (93), green (76), marsh (39), canopy (39), open space (30), streams (22), habitat (16), stewardship (5), wetlands (5) o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ Trickier to say in a condensed way. A lot of uniqueness addressed by neighborhood including restaurants, local shops, walkability, access to waterfront, historic character, vibrance of downtown Edmonds, ■ More needs to be done in other neighborhoods to highlight their uniqueness ■ Statement reflects vibrancy and diversity - Edmonds is not just downtown, there are unique neighborhood centers with their own identities ■ Commonly used words: small town (211), walk/walkable/walkability (209), restaurants (147), art (138), building (135), neighborhood (86), charm (68), shops (68), vibrant (20, historic (18), commercial (16), village (11), entertainment (11) o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ Key themes identified were issues with speeding, lack of sidewalks, disconnected bike infrastructure, need for traffic calming, desire for better pedestrian lighting ■ "Safe" reflects the desire for better designed transportation in infrastructure for all users which speaks to the Complete Streets policy, especially children ■ "Healthy" covers the desire to green the City's streets via landscaping and also healthy in terms of physical activity - active living by design - walking, biking and transit access ■ Commonly used words: street/road (181), safe/safety (163), sidewalk (156), parking (125), bike/bicycle/cycle (103), traffic (87), walkability (77), green (76), cars (54), transit (45), speed (44), pedestrian (40), bike lane (39), kids (35), pollution (31), transportation (27), slow (22), health (18), fast (15), lighting (14), crosswalk (13), traffic calming (8), stormwater (7), litter (6), fossil fuel (3) o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ Recognizes vibrant arts community ■ Expressed desire for more diversity in the arts in Edmonds, particularly youth, indigenous people's involvement and access to art outside the bowl ■ Recognizes the value of Edmonds as a destination for arts, whether performance, culinary or physical ■ Commonly used words: restaurants/eateries (156), art/artist (138), music (24), creative (9), ECA (4), performance (4), art culture (4) Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 5 Packet Pg. 140 9.4.b o "Edmonds is a welcoming city offering outstanding quality of life for all. We value environmental stewardship, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, safe and healthy streets, and a thriving arts scene. We are engaged residents who take pride in shaping our resilient future." ■ Acknowledges there are several threats to urban heritage, both natural and political ■ Speaks to ability to retain what is most important in the face of an uncertain future ■ Resilience of build environment most common, recovering from natural disasters, also in relation to economy, recovering from macroeconomic disruptions ■ Self -resilience of Edmonds residents to meet challenges at various life stages ■ Resilience from a social, environmental and economic perspective ■ Commonly used words: nature/natural (141), affordable/affordability (101), environment (93), climate (39), sea -level rise (33), expensive (26), sustainable (23), future (22), gas (20), historic (18), economy/economics (14), housing options (10), resilient (3), disaster (3), crisis (3) Next Steps o Tonight kicks off 30+ days of "Ask Us" Campaign to inform scoping of environmental impact statement (EIS) which is a requirement of the GMA o Scoping Outreach - Join Us ■ August 6 - Edmonds Community Fair ■ Wednesday Afternoons Popsicles in the Park - 4-5:30 pm - August 9 at Civic Park - Additional dates/locations to be included on website and distributed via email list and social media ■ Pop -Up Events throughout the City - Focused on neighborhood commercial centers throughout city - Starting August 17 at Five Corners - Additional dates/locations TBD ■ September 9 - Porchfest ■ More information to be posted on project website "Ask Us" Campaign may sound similar to last summer's efforts o It is different - Begins to drill into topics that will be studied in the EIS - Looks at alternatives to meet growth targets - How to meet growth targets - Where to put the density - If the City has to provide 9,000 housing units - how would you do it? Where should it go? What are the implications? What should be studied? - Answers will be documented and will inform EIS scoping of EIS Near Term Next Steps 1. Launch formal 30-day scoping period 2. Host numerous events and offers a variety of ways to engage 3. Develop growth alternatives to study in EIS 4. Launch Community Champions Advisory Committee 5. Briefings at planning board and city council Generalized Project Timeline Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 6 Packet Pg. 141 9.4.b ASK US J . EN Comprehensive EM,e Plan Draft Mayor Pro Tem Tibbott opened the public hearing. Roger Pence, Edmonds, speaking as a former member and former chair of the planning board during the period when this vision statement was first developed, said he attended and participated in several of the outreach events that Ms. McLaughlin referenced. He anticipated a major event when the vision statement was unveiled on November 5 and was taken aback when the music at Porchfest was interrupted to unveil the 41 words with little substance. He had envisioned something less general and less vague and characterized it as a value statement, not a vision statement. Values can drive a vision, but they are not a substitute for a vision. The 41 word statement is too general and there is nothing that would prohibit an urbanist consultant from Seattle proposing a 7-story tower downtown to accommodate growth and development. There is nothing in the vision statement that states that is not the citizens' vision for the future. The other problem with the statement is the absence of ability to refine or develop a vision. It was presented as one and done with no ability or interest on the part of staff in incorporating additional input and criticism into revisions because the model that was used would require redoing the entire process. He opined that was not a good way to do community engagement; it should be a process of continual improvement, an iterative process where feedback and new ideas are incorporated until a final product is developed, not a one and done process. Marji Fields, Edmonds, thanked Ms. McLaughlin for the explanation and analysis which she found very helpful. She also thanked Ms. McLaughlin's staff for their hard work. The vision statement as presented may not be perfect, but she thought it was pretty good. Her main concern was the lack of reference to climate change, but she felt the residents have provided input and the City will fix that problem. A vision statement can't do everything, it only sets the stage for an action plan. Action plans make the difference and close attention needs to be paid to them. She recommended saving energy for those specifics rather than wordsmithing the vision statement. Mackey Guenther, Edmonds, founder and executive director of a new, emerging organization in Edmonds, Coalition for an Accessible and Resilient Edmonds (CARE). CARE's mission is to build a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous Edmonds, doing this from the ground up through grassroots advocacy, empowering a diverse set of resident voices, particularly resident voices that sometimes don't make it all the way to council chambers. This summer their email list has grown to over 150 residents and is growing quickly. Some of these voices have contacted the council expressing their appreciation for the working draft comprehensive plan vision statement. They know the council welcomes more resident voices at meetings and they look forward to bringing more to the council. Informed participation is the bedrock of democracy. To learn more about CARE's work, he invited the council to attend one of their upcoming citywide presentations. The next one is August 23 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 7 Packet Pg. 142 9.4.b Joe Scordino, Edmonds, said the vision statement misses the mark. It is biased toward Edmonds looking like Lynnwood or Mountlake Terrace, not the community that actually exists. It needs to acknowledge Edmonds is a waterfront town, that the City wants to help in the recovery of Puget Sound and salmon, and that the City is a ferry town, something few entities in the U.S. can say and something that needs to be cherished as part of Edmonds. Edmonds has a fabulous marina and fishing opportunities; that is not acknowledged in the vision statement. Residents want Edmonds to have abundant trees and greenery and parks where everyone can enjoy the outdoors whether under trees or on beaches. Residents don't want traffic congestion from excessive housing or transients who trash the beautiful community. Residents want to preserve Edmonds and an Edmonds kind of day for their grandchildren. That is missing from the draft vision statement and it needs to be totally revamped. Jeremy Mitchell, Edmonds, said a lot of work went into the draft vision statement by staff and community input. Nothing is 100% correct all the time. In his prior work on vision statements, he recalled someone saying the vision statement needed to be able to fit on a t-shirt; not all the details will fit in one paragraph. Longer than that, those become subset values that can be expanded on and drive the comprehensive framework. If council is unsure due to the 51 %/49% split on validating the vision statement, the data could be run through a subcommittee to develop their own draft statements for validation. Chris Eck, Edmonds, agreed with Ms. Fields, a vision statement is intended to be short, as encompassing as possible, but that is difficult to do in something brief. The work will be in the details around the comprehensive plan itself and it will be important to continue checking in with the community on the detailed plan related to the vision statement. Spending too much time on the vision statement is not a good use of resources or focus when the actual plan will be the most important. Ron Eber relayed the staff report suggests limiting refinement of the vision statement because it might not reflect all the previous public involvement. He expressed concern that the current draft does not accurately or adequately addresses or capture that public sentiment. In looking at the raw data, the number one response to the question, "what do you like about living in Edmonds? was waterfront access; other responses include natural resources. Although this speaks to environmental stewardship, it is more than that. He referred to an email he sent to council and staff that suggested adding to the last sentence of the vision statement something like residents embrace open access and the natural resources of Puget Sound. That is an important aspect of Edmonds; the beach was packed with people during Monday's low tide. Access and ability to partake in the natural resources of Puget Sound is extremely important. The last sentence should also say Edmonds takes pride in shaping its climate resilient future. He understood staff sees resiliency as broader, but it will all come under responding to climate change and it needs to be mentioned somewhere in the vision statement. If the vision statement is supposed to be the foundation to guide the comprehensive plan update and the consultant has not yet developed a community engagement plan as called for in the contract, this is already being used before it is approved and staff is already putting out what they plan to do in the next 3-4 months and there is no community engagement plan. He urged the council to roll up its sleeves, not tinker with the vision statement too much as it may take too much time, but there needs to be something that everyone can embrace and feel comfortable with, either a vision statement or a value statement. He urged the council to review the comments he submitted about getting some mention and connection to Puget Sound and the waterfront. With no further public comment, Mayor Pro Tern Tibbott closed the public hearing. Councilmember Nand thanked Ms. McLaughlin, recognizing she and her department have been working very hard on this project for over a year. The council has gotten very robust feedback from the community, not 8,500 responses, but a couple dozen people with strong opinions either way about the vision statement have reached out. One group that commented brought up the phrase, the gem of the Puget Sound. After receiving emails, she goggled that phrase to see how it was associated with Edmonds. She asked staff to Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 8 Packet Pg. 143 9.4.b explain the providence and use of that statement in the City's history and how it relates to the visioning statement. Ms. McLauglin, said the gem of the Puget Sound is not in the current draft vision statement so she could not speak to the history of that statement. Councilmember Nand said it has been used in publications related to Edmonds, but wondered it if had any official providence. Ms. McLauglin said she has also heard it colloquially but was unable to speak to the heritage use of the phrase. She did not disagree with the phrase and felt it was a great phrase but could not speak to it. Councilmember Nand thanked everyone who participate in public outreach and this public hearing. Some of the criticism the council received was this was a waste of time and resources, but she felt asking the community to weigh in on the draft vision statement is an important exercise in what we value and how we see ourselves. She recognized the Alliance for Citizens of Edmonds and Coalition for an Accessible and Resilient Edmonds for galvanizing their members to reach out to the City and provide feedback. Councilmember Chen expressed appreciation for Ms. McLaughlin and her team's hard work during the past year to develop this 41 word statement. The first sentence, Edmonds is a welcoming city, grabs his attention. If Edmonds is not currently welcoming, that is something the City strives to be. He referred to the phrase, safe and healthy streets, which establishes a framework of taking care of speeding problems and other issues happening on the streets, but he wondered if streets was the only thing and whether parks, and open spaces could be referenced. He suggested staff consider open spaces including streets and parks in that sentence to be more inclusive. He asked if all the people who work, play and visit Edmonds were residents or could other people be included. He suggested replacing resident with people to be more inclusive. Ms. McLaughlin said limiting it only to residents was not something that came from the feedback so that possibly could be changed. Council President Pro Tem Olson said packet page 217 of the draft vision refers to the desire to green our streets through landscaping and stormwater infiltration. She was open to the possibility that there might be infrastructure improvements as part of environmental stewardship. There is nothing in the feedback that talked about infiltration. Ms. McLaughlin said safe and healthy streets was under the theme of transportation. Commonly used words include green; when green is used to describe streets, it means landscaping, street trees, green factors within the streets. Stormwater is not explicitly mentioned in the safe and healthy streets phrase in the vision statement, but the desire to green streets through landscaping and stormwater improvements was a theme. Council President Pro Tern Olson said just because it is a planning term, looking up healthy streets leads to a website that talks about extensive infrastructure changes that go along with that. She did not want that to be prioritized in the comprehensive plan. It will certainly be a balancing act issue, but she did not want that to guide the comprehensive plan as a priority. She did not think that was in the input, she looked for it and did not see it. Ms. McLaughlin said health streets is a broad and encompassing explanation of active streets; healthy in the physical sense, providing bike and pedestrian opportunities as well as the green aspect of streets. Green is also in the environmental health of streets; safe and healthy does not come from stormwater, it was something that came up in the commonly used words. Council President Pro Tern Olson commented the other repetitive feedback that the council is hearing about is a vision statement versus a value statement, instead of using this as a vision statement, the council might choose to use a vision statement like the gem of the Puget Sound with value statements to back it up. Ms. McLauglin asked Council President Pro Tern Olson for clarification regarding gem of the Puget Sound. Council President Pro Tern Olson said that could be the vision statement and the values identified through the outreach process in the draft vision statement would be the more substantive values to back it up, to answer the question of what do you mean, gem of Puget Sound? More qualitative things than just being a Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 9 Packet Pg. 144 9.4.b beach city. Ms. McLaughlin said she was dedicated to staying true to the feedback received through the 8,500 comments. There was a lot said about environment and specifically green, marsh, canopy, open space, streams, habitat, stewardship, wetlands. She agreed with Council President Pro Tem Olson that Gem of the Puget Sound was a cool phrase and one that she possibly could relate to. However, she was unsure that was true for the residents on Highway 99. She can only take what was learned via these commonly used words; Gem of the Puget Sound was not something people said during the outreach. Council President Pro Tem Olson summarized it was inclusive of all the things in the vision statement, especially when it is backed up with value statements consisting of the items in the draft vision statement to explain what it means to be a Gem of the Puget Sound. Work is being done on all the business districts; for example, the International District has the potential to be a total gem. It does not deviate from the inputs to categorize them as value statements to back up Gem of the Puget Sound as a vision statement. Council President Pro Tem Olson disagreed with staff s recommendation in the public hearing that there is no need to get approval. The inputs from the public hearing and other public processes should inform staff and staff could bring back the vision statement with whatever tweaks might be appropriate because somebody saw things in the data that are better represented the way they saw it than was in the original. That was the purpose of getting further feedback from the community. It could then go through the planning board who could forward a recommendation to council and council could ultimately approve or tweak the statement by the end of 2023. Depending on what other approaches are suggested, she may draft a resolution to that effect. Mayor Pro Tem Tibbott spoke to the public hearing process. The council will not take action on any part of the vision statement tonight. Following a public hearing, the council typically waits to take action and because this is a special meeting, the council is not allowed to take action unless it is on the agenda. The council will not take action tonight but is discussing ideas for moving forward with the visioning process. Mayor Pro Tem Tibbott asked staff to speak to what is unique about a vision statement that is a summary for a comprehensive plan versus a vision statement on a bumper sticker, letterhead, flag, etc. and how the vision statement would be used versus a statement on letterhead. Ms. McLaughlin answered the current comprehensive plan does not have a vision statement; it is not required by GMA and not something all cities do. She thought it would be a good kickoff exercise to gather feedback via a visioning process, to begin envisioning what people want for the future of Edmonds and let that shape the scope of work for the consultant contract which it ultimately did, followed by a more technical analysis. As many of the commenters said during the public hearing, the content of the comprehensive plan is what will ultimately matter and she needs to be mindful of the resources that go into the development of the content in order to adopt a comprehensive plan update by the end of 2024. The difference between a draft vision statement for the comprehensive plan is it is a starting point. Ms. McLaughlin explained she studied the development of a vision statement last year; part of it is the process, engaging people in the process so they feel ownership and stewardship over the statement and development of the comprehensive plan. The purpose of this vision statement will be to launch the comprehensive plan, to be a sounding board as more content on topics is developed. It doesn't mean if a word is missing it won't be studied, it absolutely will. For example, the waterfront, there is a huge scope of work for the Waterfront Plan and it is a key part of environmental stewardship. However, the feedback from the community was much broader than just the waterfront. She agreed the draft vision statement will frame the content of the comprehensive plan. The same work could be done without it, but without it, the 8,500 comments received through the 6-week process are not honored. If the vision statement is debated word by word, the purpose may be lost. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 10 Packet Pg. 145 9.4.b Ms. McLaughlin explained if the city council wanted to a create a vision statement for the City, it could cover much broader aspects such as fiscal resilience in the budgeting process, police, etc. This vision statement is part of the comprehensive plan that will take the City through the end of 2024. There will be many opportunities for council to ensure the process is pointing toward the north star and that everyone is moving in the same direction. The best place to do that is on individual topics. Councilmember Buckshnis thanked staff for answering many of her questions, commented Gem of the Puget Sound is a book by Ray Cloud which is in the current comprehensive plan which she hoped was being read to be updated rather than rewritten. She commented it sounded as though staff was trying to create copy and rewrite something that already exists. There are already pretty good sections on environmental sustainability, land use, etc. She wanted to ensure the intent was to update the comprehensive plan. Looking at other websites, their comprehensive plans have been updated and have not used visions statements. She expressed concern a lot of time and money had spent during the last year on visioning and ensuring it was inclusive, yet when she reads the source data, she did not see anything about healthy streets and did not see 8,500 140-word responses. She asked if all the source data had been provided, commenting by her count it was less than 5,000. Ms. McLaughlin advised the raw data is from the surveys. The handwritten comments at each of the community events have been tallied and they make up the rest of the 8,500. There are 7,900 in the survey tabulation and the remaining approximately 600 are handwritten comments on a clipboard based on conversations at outreach events. Councilmember Buckshnis said she hoped this same process would not continue with the comprehensive plan update. The council needs to have statistical surveys to have a better understanding. She asked how many surveys were submitted in different languages. Ms. McLaughlin offered to provide that information, recalling there were a few. As explained at previous council meetings, all the tools were provided but the City does not have an inclusive relationship with many populations that have previously not been engaged. It is about relationship building and the intent is to do a similar, very inclusive process moving forward in multiple languages and to encourage people to participate. Councilmember Buckshnis relayed her concern that it is very biased in some areas. For example, one person wrote walkability, welcoming and affordability and all that was recorded was walkability. She did not always equate what was said/written to what was recorded as the five areas. Ms. McLaughlin said she would need to review the example that was referenced in more detail. Every comment was accounted for; it may have been that it was cataloged in a different place that Councilmember Buckshnis did not see. Councilmember Buckshnis asked what she meant by cataloged in a different place that she did not see. Ms. McLaughlin answered there were themes such as livability, quality of life, etc. so it could have been cataloged in a different place. Councilmember Buckshnis said she continues to be concerned that the council, as policy makers, the planning board, the economic development commission (EDC), the DEI commission and youth commission are not part of the process. The City has many volunteers that help the council figure out what's going on, yet this vision statement came to council saying it can't be changed. The vision statement does not reflect what she read in the source data. She agreed it was a value statement, not a vision statement. She wanted to start working on updating the comprehensive plan and not continue to belabor the vision statement. Ms. McLaughlin said she completely agreed with Councilmember Buckshnis. Councilmember Buckshnis reiterated she did not agree with the vision statement or how it was created using the source data. Councilmember Teitzel observed staff s recommendation states the draft vision statement will not be finalized until the comprehensive plan is adopted sometime before December 31, 2024. That indicates it is still a draft and based on input received in the near future, it could potentially be modified. He asked if that was a fair statement. Ms. McLaughlin answered recognizing the level of interest and the need to dive into Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 11 Packet Pg. 146 9.4.b the topics, adoption of the comprehensive plan is ultimately a council action so it wouldn't behoove to call it a final vision statement at this time. Councilmember Teitzel referred to the term, north star, commenting he viewed the vision statement as a north star to the comprehensive plan where the comprehensive plan components build up to this overarching vision statement. He was unsure how to proceed based on a draft statement that may change in a significant way. In terms of the vision statement itself, terminology matters. He has heard many terms in relation to streets including walkability, safe, complete, green streets, etc., but healthy streets is a new term . He referred to WSDOT's Complete Streets in a King County presentation in last week's packet, pointing out the definition of Complete Streets talks about walkability, safe bicycle lanes, safe for vehicles, parking, etc. In the 8,500 comments that were provided, there were numerous comments about a desire for those things so he could see the link to complete streets. However, healthy streets is a broader, more vague term. He suggested that adjective be changed to relate to complete streets which it appeared the respondents were referencing. Councilmember Teitzel referred to the public comment that resilient was a broad, ill-defined term in this context and suggested adding climate before resilient which he agreed would make it more direct and understandable. He requested staff consider his suggestions related to the wording. Councilmember Paine thanked Ms. McLaughlin for talking about the translations being culturally sensitive. That is very important in outreach to more diverse communities where English may not be their first language. She read from an email the council received related to what the City is striving for in 2044, Edmonds is a welcoming City offering outstanding quality of life for all. This must actually include all no matter their background, their income or their housing status. Valuing environmental stewardship, allowing housing to prevent sprawling exurbs and the destruction of wild lands, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods include people of all kinds and that are safe and healthy with more neighbors walking, rolling and playing and imagine how thriving our art scene would be if we had abundant homes artists could actually afford. The vision statement is aspirational and touches on a lot of things everyone values whether they were born in Edmonds or moved to Edmonds. These are the values and qualities of Edmonds life. She recognized the vision statement was a working draft until the comprehensive plan is approved at the end of 2024. Councilmember Paine expressed interest in a nudge toward climate adaptation, climate mitigation resiliency because that is the existential threat these days. Elements of the environment need to be recognized, for example sea level rise is a climate impact. Active transportation such as walking to bus stops, parks, etc.; ensure that is a good experience for everyone. It does not necessarily need to be a green street, but has a sidewalk and there aren't speeding vehicles that increase the decibel level and make it uncomfortable and oppressive to walk on such as on SR-104 or Highway 99. This comprehensive plan is looking 20 years out and needs to address things like this. The comprehensive plan will get updated every 10 years in the future. Planning & Development has been asked to add a lot to the comprehensive plan such as an economic development element, and appendixes like the climate action plan, PROS Plan, stormwater plan, etc. There is a lot of synchronizing that needs to happen and things that need to be included in the comprehensive plan and ensure it melds together. Councilmember Paine said she would be surprised if the draft vision statement changed much. She recognized and honored the commitment to hearing 8,500 separate voices from the community. That is small-d democracy, some people went to all the outreach events and their voices may have carried more weight, but 8,500 comments is a lot of content and needs to be recognized. She thanked Ms. McLaughlin for the explanations tonight and looked forward to what comes back to council. Councilmember Nand commented two councilmembers are fluent in non-English languages that are dominant in Edmonds; is she fluent in Spanish and Councilmember Chen is fluent in multiple dialects of Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 12 Packet Pg. 147 9.4.b Chinese. She asked if it would be possible the next time the draft vision statement is brought to council to provide the translations in the packet as well. Ms. McLaughlin asked if her question was to have it translated into those other languages. Councilmember Nand answered the three dominant non-English languages that are identified. Word choice matters as does dialect. Ms. McLaughlin agreed which is why the consultant did that. Councilmember Nand asked to see the translation of the vision statement in those languages. Councilmember Nand suggested having clauses reworked with different options with the same substance because wordsmithing is what is provoking a lot of emotional responses from certain people who have commented quite passionately. Noting as a lawyer she wordsmiths for a living, she suggested an article may be needed between "offering" and "outstanding." Ms. McLaughlin answered she did not think so. Councilmember Nand suggested an alternative such as we value our natural environment or something like that versus we value environmental stewardship. In regard to the controversy over healthy streets, she suggested, a safe and healthy community in general to encompass open spaces, green spaces, shade equity and the walkability of the streets. With regard to the reference to residents, there are community members who work in Edmonds but do not live in Edmonds. She suggested, we are engaged community members who take pride in shaping our resilient future, instead of we are engaged residents. She looked forward to seeing the Spanish version of the vision statement. Council President Pro Tern Olson agreed with replacing residents with community members. This is the City of Edmonds' comprehensive plan and it should be shaped by the City of Edmonds people. Framing that as community members is slightly more inclusive to include workers, etc. which she did not object to. Councilmember Buckshnis asked if council will be able to select community champions as she suggested rather than having staff select them, recalling what happened with the PROS Plan. Ms. McLaughlin responded she was not part of the PROS Plan so could not speak to that. She was not prepared to speak to the community champions process at the moment and offered to speak to that at a later date. Councilmember Buckshnis relayed her hope that the council was involved with the selection. Mayor Pro Tern Tibbott summarized the council was interested in wordsmithing and adaptation could be beneficial and could possibly come back to council. Another possibility is letting this draft vision statement go the background and instead focus on values. He suggested the council may want to discuss that at a future meeting; a draft vision statement that was moldable and value statements help backdrop the community discussion. If the intent is to move forward with a vision statement, council is interested in what that implies related to next steps. Ms. McLaughlin said she preferred not to lose sight of the vision statement as the process progresses; there was a lot of feedback during the public hearing. To the comments that so much time has been spent on the vision statement this year, it has not been worked on since November 2022 because staff has been working on hiring consultants, developing the scope of work, etc. As some time will have passed when the public is reengaged, it will be valuable to have a bridge between the 6-weeks process, the resultant comments, the draft vision statement, and values that will start shaping housing distribution, transportation, etc. What Mayor Pro Tern Tibbott said regarding going from vision to values makes a lot of sense as work begins on the individual topics. She recommended keep sight of the vision statement and moving forward. 9. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. AMD2023-0005 REVISED MINOR CODE AMENDMENT PACKAGE #2 Mayor Pro Tem Tibbott requested councilmembers identify amendments that should be removed followed by amendments that only needed minor tweaks. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes August 2, 2023 Page 13 Packet Pg. 148 9.4.c gym. He asked about additional height if solar panels are added to the roof. Mr. Clark answered likely an additional 12-18 inches, but they would be pretty well screened by the parapet. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. ARPA USE ORDINANCE This item was removed from the agenda via action taken under Agenda Item 5. 3. CONSOLIDATED APPROACH FOR 2024 COMP PLAN UPDATE AND HIGHWAY 99 SUBAREA PLAN Planning & Development Director Susan McLaughlin explained this is regarding the contract for the comprehensive plan and the environmental analysis on Highway 99. She reviewed: • Recap of 2022 visioning efforts o Intent ■ Reach populations we don't often hear from in the public process - Inclusive branding that led to naming of the comprehensive plan, Everyone's Edmonds - Survey and marketing in multiple languages - Meet people where they are - Have a neighborhood presence - Test new outreach strategies - Willingness to make mistakes and learn -not let imperfection e the enemy of good intent o Goal ■ Solicit 3,500 comments from the community ■ One comment equals ■ Each response to a survey question ■ Each comment recorded at outreach event ■ Over 8,500 comments were collected o Foundations of Visioning Outreach ■ Week 1: Identity ■ Week 2: Quality of Life ■ Week 3: Economic Growth ■ Week 4: Environment ■ Week 5: Culture ■ Week 6: Livability and Land Use o Summer 2022 Visioning Activities ■ Collective Visioning - Coffee Chats - themed neighborhood conversations - Weekly Articles - help put weekly themes into context - Table at local events - meeting people where they are - Yard signs - raise awareness - Panel Discussion - in-depth conversations on key topics from subject matter experts - Walk & Talks - explore key topics in real world scenarios - Online Surveys - allow individual expression - Multi-lingual Branding - process of building trust o Who did we hear from? Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 11 Packet Pg. 149 9.4.c 502 4,088 9% 6% -3% 503 5,975 13% 11% -2% 504.02 5,569 12% 6% -5% 504.03 3,000 6% 3% -3% 504.04 4,124 99/0 6% -3% 505.01 3,083 7% 20% 14% 505.02 3,963 8% 23% 15% 507 6,375 14% 11% -2% 508 6,939 15% 7% -7% 509 3,871 8% 5% -3% • Draft Vision Statement PRW VIS16A STATEMENT" aMOHvs WMT- WE HFAW ,Y 4+lO If sryYr�sa.ANnA"sW+WSA@rszENE WeA�cEWwfn RPSip.NA w e0 mYF H>fRi Msrroi+c �n�e ry ��us,Ii rtm�! y� .r n Lm. ,c5 �M.4MiFid THE Ufi ac ri�� A4E55 SING STILE WuTM ATNUPIERCRd MME W ,LE „, w� R�cuRRld ?4I�M s MLIZ" Mee UW 502 mi�Ie C 503 0 sew 504.04 0 Maps w d 0 oow� 504.03 vl Reg 75.01 RI 504.02 .r T­ E Nootlw Espera a) i2 508 hervmod Forest 507 v lAfOtAm �efi GYMsPl' -COX I� ICY �+t I '.� Wp�j.WE eefp � 'aV M! 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Sure, but staff is committed to retaining the integrity of the collective comments we received during initial visioning phase. o The next phase of community engagement is intended to enrich the vision by discussing specific topics such as: ■ Compliance with recent housing bills for topics such as middle housing & ADUs ■ Neighborhood business districts/economic development ■ Climate resilience, natural resource protection and waterfront planning ■ Equity, displacement risk and environmental justice • Summer 2023 Engagement o Community kick-off in late July with continued efforts to "meet people where they are" o Ongoing presence at community events such as: the Summer Market, Community Fair and Reimaging Events Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 12 Packet Pg. 150 9.4.c o Consultant team will develop Community Engagement Plan with additional outreach events, strategies and formation of the Community Champions Committee o Social media, guest speakers, and updating project website Planning Manager David Levitan reviewed: • Consultant RFP and Selection Process o RFP issued in summer 2022 was unsuccessful o Updated RFP issued in March and closed in late April; included optional task for Highway 99 SEIS o City received four proposals, which were reviewed in early May ■ Two proposals included optional Highway 99 SEIS task (with different approaches) ■ Top two consultant teams were interviewed in mid -May (one with optional SEIS and one without) o Interview panel unanimously selected VIA Architecture Team o City negotiated scope of work, budget and schedule, including: ■ Highway 99 ■ Waterfront issues ■ Environment and natural resources ■ Economic development plan ■ Scale of outreach Scope of Work, Budget and Schedule o VIA's proposal includes ■ Production of the comprehensive plan document, including EIS ■ Additional focus on Highway 99 subarea, including dedicated community outreach, potential plan/code refinements, and SEPA review ■ Development of an Economic Development Plan ■ Illustrative waterfront vision o Heavy focus on inclusive engagement and graphic -rich materials o Includes numerous touchpoints with boards/commissions and the public, including: ■ Five meetings with planning board and two meetings with city council in advance of public hearings; staff will provide additional frequent updates ■ 2-3 meetings in each of the City's neighborhood commercial areas ■ Public EIS scoping and review meetings ■ Online engagement strategies Why Highway 99 SEIS + Comp Plan EIS? o VIA team reviewed previous council discussions and community feedback related to Highway 99 Subarea 5-year update and the council's request for a Highway 99 SEIS o Recommended the integration of Highway 99 environmental analysis into the Comp Plan EIS, so that the City can take a holistic approach to future growth and environmental protection o Aligns with staff s feedback to council last fall, and would provide: ■ Efficient and coordinated process within the project timeline ■ Allow City to identify potentially significant environmental impacts and necessary mitigation measures at a citywide scale ■ The same level of analysis envisioned for the SEIS would still occur o City council could still choose to amend the subarea plan and/or repeal the planned action ordinance. Community Champions Steering Committee o In line with P&D's Equitable Engagement Framework, the City is proposing the use of a Community Champions Steering Committee to weigh in on key policy issues Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 13 Packet Pg. 151 9.4.c o Community Champions will include a variety of historically underrepresented groups, including racial minorities, older residents, non -motorized transportation users/advocates and environmental organizations. Next steps o Finalize the contract with VIA and committee/council review o Introduce project approach to planning board (July 12) o Community kick-off (late July) o Form Community Champions Steering Committee o Neighborhood meetings and other outreach (Community Fair, Summer Market, Reimagining) Councilmember Nand expressed appreciation for the hard work staff put into visioning in preparation for the comprehensive plan update. With regard to the process going forward with the visioning statement, she was struck by the use of sesquipedalian terms and the strong bias in the terminology used throughout the materials that would be more likely to engage college graduates or those with advanced degrees, and not those with less formal education or younger people. Although the City is trying to target historically misrepresented communities, what she sees at feedback events is people who likely are college graduates which is not a broad representation of the community. She loved the substance, the ideas and the breadth of topics covered in the visioning statements, but it may have more impact if some of the multisyllabic terms were changed to shorter, punchier statements. Councilmember Nand referred to the chatter about the use of consultants. With the $400,000 budgeted for this project, she asked if some of the people in the community who are already engaged could be incorporated such as My Edmonds News, the Edmonds Beacon, and the Edmonds Neighbors Facebook group. For example, the moderator of My Edmonds Neighbors, Sarah Butler, moderates thousands of comments every week from Edmonds community members and does not receive any compensation. In her position as liaison to the tree board, it seems the people who participate are not imbedded in the community the way these individuals are who do this basically as a community service with little to no compensation. She understood from the perspective of journalistic integrity, it is desirable to have My Edmonds News and the Edmonds Beacon able to critique government's process, but they also do incredible work with community outreach and town halls. She questioned whether there was a way the consultant could do that while still allowing those sources to lambast the council if they did not like the council's process. Councilmember Nand asked about the compensation model for the community engagement plan and the public process for recruiting Community Champions. Ms. McLaughlin acknowledged Councilmember Nand's comments about the language that was used in the visioning statement, noting the words used most often in the process were reflected. With the census tracks that responded most to the surveys and attended events, sometimes educated terms do show up in the vision statement. She agreed there was opportunity in the development of goals and policies to develop value statements and to frame topic areas using layman's terms. With regard to the compensation model, Ms. McLaughlin explained for years the City has relied on unpaid or underpaid organizations in under -represented areas of the City to provide feedback. It would be similar to the City asking an engineering firm for free feedback, when the City should be compensating them for their input. The compensation model levels the playing field and pays people for the services the City needs to provide an inclusive comprehensive planning document. In terms of the actual transactional process, that is still being worked out. It has been done in other cities in a multitude of ways, gift cards, W-9 forms, etc. Once the list of organizations and participants is developed, staff will determine the best transactional approach. Councilmember Nand asked if the AMI calculations for new density could be considered as part of the comprehensive plan update. With the scope of the housing bills, this will be a very important comprehensive Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 14 Packet Pg. 152 9.4.c plan update for the City. In an earlier presentation, the City's lobbyist said 80% AMI from HB 1110 would be a floor, the City could push it down to 50% AMI and make it much more stringent for developers. There are also ways the City could get more bang for the buck with MFTE. She asked if those would be within the scope of the consultant's services. Mr. Levitan answered as it relates to the comprehensive plan and HB 1110 compliance, those are specific income bands, 0-30%, 30-50%, 50-80%, etc. up to over 120% AMI. When they are implemented via the development code to comply with something like HB 1110, there is some flexibility, the City does not have to use the same income levels, but the income levels would need to be justified and rationalized. The comprehensive plan would give that policy guidance; for example, the City has identified this and wants to go above and beyond what is statutorily required. Code amendments typically follow the comprehensive plan by approximately six months. Councilmember Nand referred to weekly articles in local news sources and asked if those could be sponsored. Ms. McLaughlin answered it would be very ambitious to promise weekly articles over the next 1 %2-2 years. It is a great idea to encourage guest views, but that strategy will need to be framed. Councilmember Buckshnis said the 8,500 comments were limited to 120 characters, similar to a tweet. She would like an opportunity to review the comments to see the common themes. She did not think healthy streets was thought of by anyone until Ms. McLaughlin joined the City. She relayed some citizens informed her they attended all the presentations, but the data states no one showed up at some of the presentations. The council has not seen the notes that were used to develop the vision statement. The vision statement was revealed at Porch Fest, but the council has yet to vet it. The yes/no survey that was sent out angered many people; she was trying to calm people down and give them an opportunity to look at the 8,5000 comments and how they were used to create the vision statement. Ms. McLaughlin said she would be happy to send council the categorized 8,500 comments. Councilmember Buckshnis asked if they could be posted on the City's website. Ms. McLaughlin answered they were large to put on the web, but a way could be figured out. She said the advertising of events last year was transparent and there were people at all the events. All the comments received are included in the documented 8,500 comments. Staff was very meticulous about documenting every comment because the goal was to ensure that every voice was heard. Councilmember Buckshnis encouraged staff to provide a link to the comments. Councilmember Buckshnis recommended bifurcating the EIS from the comprehensive plan. In July 2022, via Ordinance No. 4079, the council asked for a SEIS for the subarea plan. The subarea plan deals with a portion of Highway 99, not all of it, and she did not want to lump an EIS in with the comprehensive plan. This is an update to the 2020 comprehensive plan, but it seems like it should be rewritten. Ordinance 4079 addresses units, land use, development thresholds, transportation thresholds, elements of environmental and degree of impacts, and changed conditions; aspects that need to be addressed for buildings in the subarea area of Highway 99 which does not include the international or hospital districts. She preferred to separate the comprehensive plan from the SEIS and have Herrera do the SEIS. The SEIS does not need to flow into the comprehensive plan and she felt staff was overreaching saying the SEIS needs to be part of the comprehensive plan when it is a separate thing compliant with Ordinance 4079. Ms. McLaughlin answered the environmental framework, a SEPA analysis, is very standardized. How things are analyzed and what things are analyzed is a very tried and true methodology. Because a citywide environmental analysis is being done through that methodology, it would be redundant to do them at the same time for overlapping areas. The preference is to leverage that work and spend more money on outreach and get more community conversations which will lead to more customized outcomes. This approach will get the best outcome in the most efficient way. Lindsey Amtmann, environmental planner, Herrera Environmental Consultants, explained during the RFP and procurement process she was able to review comments made to council on the Highway 99 EIS. In her opinion, a lot of community and stakeholder concerns have not been addressed through the EIS Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 15 Packet Pg. 153 9.4.c process, but the calendar keeps moving on and the City now needs to update its comprehensive plan. As a SEPA practitioner of over 20 years, it makes the most sense to do one EIS. The City will have a comprehensive plan and an EIS that looks at potential environment impacts of the comprehensive plan. One possibility is to do a separate EIS for the Highway 99 corridor. She proposed the City complete one EIS for the whole city. The two main reasons for doing an EIS are, 1) the proposed action or the project is changing a lot, or 2) if environmental impacts were missed, neither which are the case in this instance. In this case, the community is not satisfied. If the City is trying to meet its comprehensive plan goals and other city planning goals that are triggered by what is done in the Highway 99 corridors, some of the actions and mitigation may take place elsewhere in the City. If the Highway 99 process is siloed, there may be people in other neighborhoods who aren't paying attention because they don't think they are part of the Highway 99 community. Having a citywide EIS process is the best chance of capturing all the stakeholders and addressing the concerns of everyone in the community, not just one area. Councilmember Buckshnis said she is following the ordinance the council approved in 2018 and asked if Ms. Amtmann had read Ordinance 4079, establishing a planned action for the Highway 99 subarea pursuant to the SEPA. Ms. Amtmann responded she has, but it has been a while. Councilmember Buckshnis said the council asked for the EIS because there are a lot of units coming on line and citizens in the Highway 99 subarea are concerned about their neighborhoods which is the reason a specific ordinance was adopted. She did not have a problem with doing a separate EIS for the entire City, but in July 2022, the council asked to have an EIS done because citizens want to know about density, land use, pollution, and other issues that would be addressed in an EIS rather than wait until the end of 2024 when a citywide EIS is done. She reiterated there are units coming on board now and a SEIS needs to be done because citizens want to know the impacts of the units, what will happen to the aquifer, etc. Ms. McLaughlin commented the subarea plan relates to housing capacity as well as development activity. The development that has occurred is a fraction of the threshold that was anticipated in the subarea plan EIS for Highway 99 in terms of development capacity. The analysis in the EIS anticipated thousands of units and the impacts relative to traffic, stormwater, etc. were mitigated. A critical aquifer recharge ordinance is be developed and will be ready later this month. She summarized the discussion is not about impacts that were not analyzed in the subarea plan EIS, the discussion is about things like displacement that weren't originally addressed and that need to be addressed in a citywide EIS. The Highway 99 area cannot be isolated because it would be inequitable to analyze displacement only in that one area. It is important to think about the housing approach citywide, particularly when members of the Highway 99 subarea feel they are taking the bulk of the density. That is a real conversation that needs to occur at a citywide level to balance the density and analyze it relative to the transportation, stormwater, community facilities, parks, etc. Mr. Levitan explained whether or not the 3,325 residential units covered by the planned action ordinance are appropriate or not, it points to the need to analyze it with a citywide comprehensive plan EIS. If there is concern that too much growth has been dumped into Highway 99 neighborhoods, one of the alternatives that could be analyzed in a comprehensive plan EIS is a no action alternative that is based on current land use and zoning plus 1-2 other alternatives, one of which could analyze reducing the number of residential units assumed in the Highway 99 subarea. He cautioned, those numbers were based on the 2035 growth targets which were several thousand units less than the updated 2044 growth targets. The 3,325 units included in the planned action ordinance are a significant chunk of the 2035 growth targets, but not nearly as large a percentage of the 2044 growth targets. If the number of units in the Highway 99 subarea is reduced, additional units need to be accommodated throughout the City which would be factored into the alternatives analysis. A SEIS is typically to address potential additional unavoidable significant impacts. If the number of units are reduced, there will be less impacts. As far as needing a SEIS to address changes in land use within the subarea plan, if the numbers are reduced, it does not seem to require an EIS. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 16 Packet Pg. 154 9.4.c Ms. Amtmann agreed with Mr. Levitan. She relayed her understanding of Councilmember Buckshnis' comments, that she is concerned with the timing, and the community wants to know about potential impacts and what is happening in the Highway 99 corridor in advance of the comprehensive plan and issuing the comprehensive plan EIS. She opined doing two EIS either concurrently or sequentially will take far longer than doing one EIS that looks at the City as a whole. If there are particular concerns, those may be addressed during the public outreach process or during scoping or a separate non-SEPA specific outreach process which is something the consultant team will be looking at for the Highway 99 corridor. Ms. Amtmann expressed concern with reaching all of the community with two separate EIS. If a Highway 99 EIS is done first, commitments may be made that the City is bound to in the comprehensive plan. Then during the outreach, people may feel things are being sprung on them because they weren't paying attention during the Highway 99 process. In terms of prudent expenditure of public dollars, one EIS will give the City much more bang for the buck than two EIS. There would be the same level of public involvement, the same outreach, the same community involvement and no one would be left out. Councilmember Buckshnis commented that would violate Ordinance 4079 so it would need to be changed. Ordinance 4079 states there should be a review every five years; there was a review in July 2022 and council voted to have an EIS done, but that has not happened and now it is being lumped all together. Citizens are concerned that the Highway 99 SEIS is being lumping in with the comprehensive plan. She acknowledged a citywide EIS could be done, but most of the growth is projected to occur in the Highway 99 subarea. The units coming on line have not been analyzed and people think there needs to be mitigation for traffic, land use, bulk, etc. This is very expensive for a comprehensive plan update and the concerns she raised with Ordinance 4079 will need to be addressed when Council President Tibbott is back. Councilmember Buckshnis referred to the Waterfront Issues Study, recalling staff made a presentation to council and were to return with the changes the council requested which has not been done. She did not want VIA to be working from a vision statement that the council had concerns with, was too detailed, was written in a comprehensive plan format, and contained incorrect information. She asked if the council would see that again before it was provided to VIA as source data. Ms. McLaughlin said there has not been a waterfront visioning process nor has anything been written into the comprehensive plan regarding the waterfront. An issues paper regarding the waterfront was prepared with a baseline analysis of what was happening per topic. Councilmember Buckshnis said that was what she was referring to. Ms. McLaughlin said it was basically a current status study as a foundation. As a waterfront vision is scoped as part of the comprehensive plan, policy and land use guidance will be developed for that study area. She was happy to return that study to council and suggested scheduling it on the extended agenda as long as it was of interest to the entire council. That will need to be a focused conversation as that consultant contract has concluded. Councilmember Buckshnis recalled the council made a lot of comments and thought staff would come back to council. A mitigation report was used to identify the marsh as a $14-16M cost when it had nothing to do with public comment or input or even council approval so parts of the report were inaccurate. Councilmember Paine thanked staff for having the Herrera staff person available, noting Herrera has a very fine reputation. She referred to the RFP (packet page 152) which states, At a minimum, the plan should include the following existing elements. She suggested amplifying the environmental concerns such as sensitive areas, major water bodies, watersheds with greater stormwater impacts, etc. in the scope of work. She liked the outreach that was done with Everybody's Edmonds and Porch Fest. She pointed out that input was not statistically valid and the body of confirmation is big. She felt a statistically valid survey would add value but did not know where it would be best to insert it. She expressed interest in refining the policy direction so there is community knowledge of the policy elements in the comprehensive plan and then have Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 17 Packet Pg. 155 9.4.c a statistically valid survey to ensure there is a doublecheck. There is some unevenness based on the regions, but that may not be statistically abnormal. With regard to an EIS and SEPA, Councilmember Paine loved the idea of having it done for the entire City, particularly due to the legislative changes with regard to housing which will be a moving target. She expected there would be some refinement required due to impacts of the housing bills. She asked how often SEPA rules and WACs change. She knew there were some changes in the Highway 99 subarea plan from the first EIS and the request last year for a supplemental EIS, specifically regarding displacement. She asked if there were any anticipated legislative changes that would mess with the City's universe. Ms. Amtmann said she was not involved in the creation of the EIS and was not familiar with the changes Councilmember Paine was referring to. She did not know of any planned changes that would be relevant. The SEPA WAC changes constantly, she receives emails about minor changes every few weeks. Her approach would be to move forward with SEPA as written and do a little digging to find out if anything is anticipated, but she has not heard of anything. Councilmember Paine asked about changes related to the approval of HB 1181. Mr. Levitan said that is related to Growth Management, not SEPA. That bill requires cites to have a climate change element; Edmonds already meets the requirements of HB 1181 as climate change, adaptation and mitigation are addressed in the community sustainability element. It will be updated to incorporate the updated climate action plan. The community sustainability element was updated in 2020, the rest of the plan was updated with the 2015 periodic review. Some of the concerns voiced by Ms. Fields during Audience Comments are that environmental protection and environmental quality is not specifically called out in the scope or listed as an existing element. That is because environmental quality and community and public health, natural resources, critical areas, etc. are covered in the community sustainability element. It will be important to point that out to the community during outreach and messaging. If the council prefers to split that out into an environmental quality element, that is not a great deal of additional work. Councilmember Paine commented the council has had input from the community and people are actually reading the comprehensive plan. She appreciated having a broader citywide approach and asked about the timeline for the EIS in the comprehensive plan update. Ms. McLaughlin said as the analysis begins, there may be things that can be pulled out and action taken on them sooner. Staff has the ability to tweak the subarea plan, however, it would be better to take a more holistic approach and understand co -dependencies before taking action. Council President Pro Tern Olson referred to room rentals as a reimbursable expense in the scope of services and suggested since the City owns so many buildings, the consultant should be encouraged to use City - owned buildings for outreach and engagement and get approval from staff or council to use a non -City owned building for outreach. Ms. McLaughlin commented there are a lot of City -owned facilities in the bowl, but there are not a lot on Highway 99 or in areas where the City typically does not have a big presence and is trying to provide equitable, inclusive outreach. She noted the City pays for use of the Waterfront Center. She suggested adding language to be sensitive to that issue but did not want to preclude paying for room rentals. Council President Pro Tern Olson said there are some buildings available such as the Public Works building on 72'. Ms. McLaughlin observed the conference room is very small. Council President Pro Tern Olson pointed out the cafeteria is huge. Council President Pro Tern Olson pointed out reference to Everyone's Edmonds on page 4 of VIA proposal is written incorrectly. With regard to an online survey, she asked the consultant's level of expertise in developing questionnaires and suggested having statistically a survey. With regard to the waterfront issues study, she recalled not agreeing with at least one of the recommendations in the study. It is worth bringing back to council which she will discuss with the council president. Regarding the community champions steering committee, she agreed it would be good to have representatives from the environmental community Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 18 Packet Pg. 156 9.4.c including the Lake Ballinger Forum, the marsh stream team, etc. to ensure citywide, comprehensive input about the environment. She also suggested listing co -housing as a housing type to look at in comprehensive plan. Council President Pro Tem Olson gave A+ to Ms. McLaughlin, Mr. Levitan, and Mayor Nelson on the process. The council has been asking for collaboration and to be brought into the process earlier and that was accomplished on this agenda item. She quoted from the narrative, "Council is requested to review and provide feedback on the approach and scope of work (Attachment 2) from VIA Architecture, including its recommendation..." commenting these are the type of conversations council has been asking for and hoping to have. She hoped the input council provided helped the process move forward in a way that everyone who is interested in what happens in the City wants. With regard to the draft vision statement, Council President Pro Tern Olson said she had a really big issue and there was no nice way to say it seems ridiculous to say you want to maintain the integrity of the draft statement when there was a 51 %/49% endorsement from community which represents what happens when there isn't collaboration. When the draft vision statement was brought to council as a draft, council wanted to define a healthy street and asked questions about the draft statement. When the community is presented with an alleged draft and asked if the City got it right, that was a missed opportunity to get more feedback and how it could be improved. If one of the words staff heard over and over was healthy, but not necessarily in the context of a healthy street, and there is a planning definition where healthy street means something very specific, no one who was asked a yes or no question about a health street has any clue about that. The City is where it is and this is the draft vision statement that is now final, but she had a big problem with a 51 %/49% endorsement from the community. She hoped the City was going into the comprehensive plan update looking to get a vision statement that is actually validated by the community. Ms. McLaughlin answered first and foremost, the objective of the visioning process over six weeks was to really hear from as many people as possible and document those conversations, to get the branding and the name and get people excited about this 20-year growth strategy. The City was at a disadvantage because the process had to pause because the RFP only resulted in one proposal that the City did not pursue and there were staffing changes at the senior planner level that manages this project. The reality is that the draft vision statement is a draft until the end. The City needs to start getting into the themes, cutting the data to talk about middle housing, what people in the Lake Ballinger neighborhood want, etc. There are 8,500 comments that can be built on. She respected the comments, noting first and foremost the goal was to raise awareness and get people's feedback. She honored the transparency of the 51%/49% buy -in, noting those were conversations that can be built on. She hoped to move forward talking about more substantive comments and cross check them with the vision statement. She concluded there is a lot of work to do on the substantive topics. Councilmember Chen expressed appreciation for a citywide SEPA approach. He was not saying that Highway 99 was not important, but it is part of the citywide SEPA assessment. In particular, Highway 99 is not the only area of the City that can absorb density; density needs to be spread citywide due to the lack of infrastructure and green space, crime, and environmental impacts. He hoped the SEPA assessment will help document that Highway 99 is not the only area of the City that can absorb density. He applauded the outreach efforts in 2022, and recognizing that the effort to reach the non-English speaking population was not very successful, he asked what staff planned to do differently to have a better outcome. Ms. McLaughlin answered there was a fairly slim budget for branding, multilingual translation, the general approach, categorizing, and developing a vision statement. There is now an on -call contract for translation and interpretation which will make a big difference. Stepherson & Associates, who will assist via this consultant contract, is well versed in connecting with people who are not typically part of the process. The community champions will also assist with connecting people through their organizations. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 19 Packet Pg. 157 9.4.c Councilmember Nand was glad to hear from the consultant who proposed consolidated the EIS into a citywide plan. When looking at this contextually, the community there is just now finding out based on community activists' comments that they were upzoned in 2017 to CG which staff previously described as the most generous building heights in Edmonds. She found it schizophrenic to have the planning department seeking a finding of blight for the entire corridor because it was so incredibly messed up by previous planning decisions, but then not want a separate EIS or process when the community was facing radical land use changes they did not feel they were apprised of years ago. Ms. McLaughlin clarified, it was not upzoned to CG, it has always been CG. Some of the areas on the periphery were upzoned to CG, but the vast majority of the area was already zoned CG. Councilmember Nand said she was referring specifically to the controversy of the previously single family neighborhoods that were upzoned to CG due to their proximity to the corridor. Many community activists fought for the SEIS last year because they thought it was an opportunity to put the brakes on very radical land use changes they are seeing in real time and she did not want that work overturned by the council and the planning divisions. She clarified her comments were not a criticism of Ms. McLaughlin or Mr. Levitan, but a general feeling having grown up along the Highway 99 corridor and the City moving in a certain direction without much input or feedback from the people who live in the affected area. If the SEIS for the Highway 99 subarea is to be consolidate into a citywide EIS, there should be a public hearing to invite community activists to provide feedback. She is often uncomfortable with the tenor of the conversation on the dais, seven councilmembers deciding for the people who live there whether they will have 7-story buildings with or without setbacks, shadowing, massing, lack of parking, traffic impacts, lack of sidewalks, etc. She wanted to ensure there was as much community process as possible related to these important changes in that part of the community. Ms. McLaughlin answered this is a very complex topic. The subarea EIS analyzed the zoning capacity and the level of impacts were mitigated against in the EIS. The frustration is not the methodology but the existing lack of infrastructure. Doing another EIS will not miraculously create capital dollars to mitigate against the lack of sidewalks or create a threshold for private development to build sidewalks. It is a complex planning framework issue that is difficult to explain to people outside the process. That being said, she hoped the council trusts staff and the consultant after hearing the feedback and understanding the subarea plan and understanding the issues the community cares about such as displacement, sidewalks, intersection safety, stormwater, etc. that they recognize those issues and are trying to create the tools to actually create the change they want to see. She assured the Highway 99 community will be engaged again and again in this planning framework. At any point, if the process needs to divert or another action needs to be taken, there should be the liberty to do so if it will better serve the community. What the council is hearing the consultant and staff say is they are using the most expeditious and holistic approach which is in keeping with the community's needs. Mr. Levitan added, as someone with a strong background in SEPA who watched the process as a resident last fall before he was employed by the City, he did not want it to seem like staff or the city council was downplaying concerns voiced by the community. Analyzing whether development potential as far as the zone capacity and heights that were implemented as part of the development code need to be changed to have they have less impact on community is absolutely something that will be done. That is better structured as part of the comprehensive plan EIS as one of the two main alternatives, an alternative that reduces building heights and zone capacity within that area. A full comprehensive plan EIS has not been done since the 1995, largely because the City hasn't had to increase its zone capacity to meet its growth targets. The City now has a massive increase in the zone capacity it needs to accommodate and will need to change land use or zoning designations to meet those growth targets. Councilmember Buckshnis observed there were four responses to the RFP and asked how VIA was selected. She noted from their website, VIA is a really good urban planner, but pretty weak in the area of Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 5, 2023 Page 20 Packet Pg. 158 9.4.c environmental. Mr. Levitan answered the entire team was evaluated including Herrera assisting on the environmental side and with policy. Because Edmonds' RFP was out a little later, some of the traditional firms that do comprehensive plan updates had already exceed their capacity. Staff was happy to get four responses; other cities did multiple RFPs before receiving proposals. Consultants rely on subs for areas of expertise they do not have; looking at the team holistically with the primarily consultant on economic development, land use and urban design, and Herrera on the environmental side, they will be able to more than adequately address issues that need to be analyzed as part of the comprehensive plan update. Councilmember Buckshnis referred to Taks 3.1, pointing out there was a lot of background documentation and materials that council has never seen such as the five corners alternatives analysis and fact sheet, highway 99 Lake Ballinger sub area plan and PAO. She noted when looking at the website, it appears council has already approved the draft vision statement, the background, why the comprehensive plan is being updated, the waterfront issues report, and a gap analysis, but none of the other documentation and materials such as the 8,500 comments. Citizens are interested in the information that was used to create the vision statement. She suggested updating the webpage to include all the documentation and materials listed. Councilmember Buckshnis asked if the Five Corners alternatives analysis and fact sheet was the Five Corners plan done by the University of Washington 6-7 years ago. Mr. Levitan answered yes. Not all the documentation has been adopted by council, some are background reports or conceptual plans that did not require council adoption. The list of background documentation and materials was to provide the consultant a general understanding of the scope and scale of work that has been completed in the past. Staff can provide specific items if the council wants them. Councilmember Buckshnis asked if VIA is headquartered in Portland. Mr. Levitan answered they are based in Seattle. Councilmember Buckshnis observed the contract includes travel, per diem and airfare. Mr. Levitan advised the project manager is in Seattle, the project principal is in the Bay Area, Herrera is local, and Stepherson is based in Seattle. Councilmember Buckshnis was concerned with providing this information some of which may be inaccurate such as the waterfront issues study. She noted for the PROS Plan, the community champions were selected instead of asking for volunteers. She wanted to understand the process, noting $650,000 for a comprehensive plan is quite a bit of money. She recognized some of the cost was Herrera and doing a citywide SEPA. Council President Pro Tern Olson commented most councilmembers have been involved in issues related to the CG zone and have contacts in the area including people who wanted the SEIS and made the case for doing that. She anticipated the council would get feedback from those residents in the coming weeks and she hoped they would see it like she does, that a holistic approach tends to lead to better results. Ms. McLaughlin offered to make an extra effort to notify of next week's planning board meeting. COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAND, TO EXTEND TO 10:15. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Nand said the Highway 99 SEIS is such a matter of interest for community activists and the community in that area, it warrants a public hearing before making these changes. There was a budget allocation and an ordinance related to the SEIS; this is a change to what was proposed to the community as a solution to their problems. The community may be fine with consolidating the Highway 99 subarea SEIS into a citywide EIS, but that is not a decision the council should make with a very skeletal audience at almost 10 p.m. She wanted to ensure there was a robust public process due to changes happening in the corridor. She will talk with Council President Tibbott about scheduling a public hearing. 4. 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