20180626 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
June 26, 2018
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Michael Nelson, Mayor Pro Tern
Diane Buckshnis, Council President Pro Tern
Kristiana Johnson, Councilmember
Thomas Mesaros, Councilmember
Adrienne Fraley-Monillas, Councilmember
Dave Teitzel, Councilmember
Neil Tibbott, Councilmember
ELECTED OFFICIALS ABSENT
Dave Earling, Mayor
1. CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE
STAFF PRESENT
Jim Lawless, Assistant Police Chief
Patrick Doherty, Econ. Dev & Comm. Serv. Dir.
Frances Chapin, Arts & Culture Program Mgr.
Steve Fisher, Recycling Coordinator
Jeff Taraday, City Attorney
Scott Passey, City Clerk
Jerrie Bevington, Camera Operator
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tern Nelson in the
Council Chambers, 250 51h Avenue North, Edmonds. The meeting was opened with the flag salute.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Scott Passey called the roll. All elected officials were present with the exception of Mayor
Earling.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COUNCILMEMBER TEITZEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM
BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA IN CONTENT AND ORDER. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
4. PRESENTATIONS
1. REPUBLIC PRESENTATION ON RECYCLING MARKETS AND OPERATIONS
Recycling Coordinator Steve Fisher introduced Janet Prichard, Municipal Manager, and General
Manager Corby Stevens. Republic Services. He explained Republic Services is the largest private waste
hauler operating in Edmonds with over 9,000 residential customers as well as numerous commercial and
multi -family customers. In addition, Republic serves 6,600 customers in the Town of Woodway and parts
of Lynnwood and unincorporated Snohomish County for a total of approximately 15,500 customers.
Ms. Prichard commented it has been a pleasure for Republic to partner with Mr. Fisher, "the recycle guy."
She referred to a mailer that customers received from Republic regarding a recycling surcharge; the charge
is likely to be lower than the letter suggested, approximately $0.50-0.60/month. She reviewed:
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Recycling Reimagined and what does China have to do with it (Macroeconomics in your recycling
cart)
o China Sword Explained
■ For decades China has been the largest importers of the world's recycled commodity, and
the U.S. was 40% of the inbound stream.
++ In 2017 China announced efforts to clean up the country, which included dramatic changes
for acceptance criteria of imported recyclables
■ A significant reduction in acceptable contamination levels (from -3% to 0.5%) in any
recovered paper and plastic grades.
■ Additionally, China banned all mixed paper from import, regardless of contamination
levels. (20% of historic stream)
■ Reductions took effect in March 2018, and drive costs and changes at most recycling
facilities in the country to meet new standards.
o Why did China shut its border?
■ Clean up the environment and eliminate corruption
■ They want to see their blue sky again
o Diagram of Recycling Supply Chain
China bought 50% of the world's recycling
- Consumption
- Recycling
- Collection
- Process refinement
- Residual waste
- Resale to markets
- Production
- Residual waste
■ Transportation to alternative markets takes longer and not as frequent
o What about the U.S.?
■ Map of mill closures in the U.S. 2014-2016
o China closes the door, prices crash
■ The average price paid to recyclers for a ton of mixed paper in the Pacific NW and across
North America has plummeted in the last year
- Graph of prices 2016-2018
o Republic Services' Response
■ Keep you informed
■ Educate public: empty, clean, dry recycling
■ Slow processing lines and add labor to reduce contamination levels to the new standard
■ Investment in advanced equipment, which also aims to reduce contamination
■ Switch end markets, globally and domestically
■ State -approved surcharge to be added in July to offset increased processing costs
■ Recycling rebate that shares commodity value with ratepayers will drop to pennies in
August
■ But we cannot open new markets
What can you do?
o Empty, clean and dry
o Be sure to keep these items out of recycling cart:
• Ropes, chain, cordage
■ Batteries
■ Diapers
■ Latex gloves
■ Food
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■ Clothes
■ Hardcover books
• Styrofoam
■ Shoes
■ Plastic grocery bag
• Tissue, napkins, paper towels
■ Yard waste
■ Fun Fact: A bale of aluminum contains 35,000 cans
Council President Pro Tern Buckshnis asked what could be done about junk mail. Ms. Prichard agreed junk
mail was a problem and suggested signing up to stop junk mail at CatalogChoice. Councilmember
Buckshnis suggested Republic try as an industry to remove that as a method of marketing. Ms. Prichard
commented on the other avenues of communication such as social media, email, etc.
Councilmember Mesaros commented he usually donates books but asked why hardback books were not
recyclable. Ms. Prichard said the paper is, but the covers have to be manually removed at the processing
plant and there are different grades of paper in books. She personally did not like to see books destroyed
and preferred they be donated. Councilmember Mesaros agreed about donating books. He suggested
creating a poster of the items that should be kept out of recycling cart. Ms. Prichard agreed they could work
with Mr. Fisher to create that and send it this out via social media and email. Council President Pro Tern
Buckshnis suggested including it in customers' bills. Councilmember Mesaros said he lives in a
condominium so the residents do not receive a bill. He suggested emailing a poster to Councilmembers and
he will post it in the recycling areas at the condominium.
Councilmember Mesaros commented Republic is seeking a way to solve community problems. He recalled
with electricity, public utility districts and co-ops were formed. He suggested conferring with others in the
industry about forming a co-op to address the issue. The Puget Sound region has been a leader in forming
co-ops in the last 100 years such as Group Health, REI, PCC, etc. He concluded that would seem to be a
vehicle to solve the problem when no one wants to invest money in a mill. Ms. Prichard emphasized
Republic still wants customers' mixed paper as they are selling more than half of it. She anticipated China
would accept mixed paper again and when they do, Republic will be first in line with the cleanest material.
China needs the feed stock, but they need to clean up their system and processes for accepting material first.
She reiterated customers should not stop recycling, but be better at it — empty, clean and dry and not include
any of the inappropriate materials.
Councilmember Johnson said she is a Republic customer. She inquired about the markets for glass and
aluminum. Ms. Prichard answered all markets are domestic with the exception of mixed paper and 3-7
plastics. Alternative markets have been found for 3-7 plastics and most of the mixed paper. She provided
an insider fact: most of the world cannot recycle glass as well as Republic because there is a facility down
the street that makes bottles from recycled glass. Republic has a very sophisticated system that includes
glass cleaning equipment. Glass recycling is problematic because of the weight; if it has to be transported
more than 150 miles, it does not pencil out and there are not a lot of bottle remanufacturing plants like the
one near Republic's recycling facility. Aluminum recycling is also domestic.
Councilmember Teitzel relayed the Council is interested in significantly increasing the rate of composting
in Edmonds. He asked what challenges the City could face in achieving that. Ms. Prichard said like dry
recycling, one of the issues is keeping out contaminants. The contamination threshold for dry recycling has
been reduced to .5%, for wet recycling, the contamination threshold is 0% because the materials are not
sortable. Plastic bags, glass, etc. are very problematic but contamination is the number one threat to a
successful organics program. She noted most biodegradable bags are green, but many grocery stores use
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green plastic to identify organic produce. She summarized everyone is trying to do the right thing so
education is important.
Councilmember Fraley-Monillas said she ran a recycling program for the State; the organics were put in
big bins that allowed the contents to be tumbled and the product was sold privately. She asked where
Republic's yard waste goes. Ms. Prichard answered yard waste materials go to Cedar Grove who processes
it and sells it. Councilmember Fraley-Monillas said she does not use Republic's yard waste bin because she
uses a tumbling composter and uses the compost in her yard.
5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
There were no audience comments.
6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM BUCKSHNIS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
TEITZEL, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The
agenda items approved are as follows:
1. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 19, 2018
2. APPROVAL OF CLAIM, PAYROLL AND BENEFIT CHECKS, DIRECT DEPOSIT AND
WIRE PAYMENTS
7. ACTION ITEMS
1. SNOHOMISH COUNTY DIVERSION CENTER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
Assistant Police Chief Jim Lawless explained this is an agreement between City and Snohomish County
regarding the City's ability to utilize a 40-bed diversion facility Snohomish County established in the former
jail facility that will be staffed with medical personnel 24/7. This facility is intended to be transitional for
people suffering from drug addiction, mental health issues, etc. and provide a better way to assist them than
putting them in jail or leaving them on the street. Use of the facility requires an imbedded social worker to
be the case manager for individuals in the center. Edmonds and Lynnwood have been promised a total of
two beds in the center with the remainder dedicated to Snohomish County and Everett. There is no cost to
Edmonds; the center and its operations are being funded via a federal grant that Snohomish County
oversees. The only cost to the City will be staff time for transportation; case management is one of the
social worker's assigned duties.
Councilmember Teitzel asked if the population to be addressed by the diversion center will also be
addressed by the Chronic Utilizer of Alternative Response Team (CHART) program. ACOP Lawless
answered CHART is a City of Everett program. Edmonds staff are working with Verdant and others to
establish something similar in south Snohomish County that would be modeled after Everett's program.
The intent is to utilize the social worker and contacts in the field.
Councilmember Teitzel asked if the two beds would be held for Edmonds/Lynnwood's use exclusively and
not used by other entities. ACOP Lawless answered Edmonds/Lynnwood has been promised there will be
two beds at their disposal.
COUNCILMEMBER MESAROS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY-
MONILLAS, TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY
DIVERSION CENTER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT.
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Councilmember Johnson recalled when this program first described, she asked if Edmonds would be able
to use it and the response was that was unknown. She was pleased Edmonds would be able to participate at
no cost and was hopeful the City would have opportunity to use the facility.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. ORDINANCE AMENDING ECC 5.05 ADOPTING NEW PROVISION LEAVING
ANIMAL UNATTENDED IN MOTOR VEHICLE
Assistant Police Chief Jim Lawless explained throughout the year, particularly during summer months,
citizens call with concerns about animals locked in vehicles and perhaps becoming overheated. On many
occasions, the animal control officer responds, finds an animal in distress and is required to take action.
The first step is to quickly track down the owner and if that is not successful, an attempt is made to unlock
the car and remove the animal. In the existing code, the only available charge is animal cruelty which has
a higher threshold for the burden of proof and is automatically a misdemeanor and a criminal offense.
In researching other jurisdictions, staff found ordinances that specifically address leaving animals
unattended in situations that could be dangerous to the animal such as excessive heat or cold, lack of air
flow, etc. The scope of the proposed ordinance is very narrow; charging someone would require the animal
to be in a situation where it could be or was likely to be harmed or killed by exposure to excessive heat or
cold. These are generally complaint driven when someone observes it and calls. When an officer arrives,
they will take the entire situation into consideration to determine if the animal is in distress. It is usually an
animal control officer responding but it could also be a patrol officer. The penalties are similar to other
animal control ordinances. The first two offences are infractions and the third is a misdemeanor with
progressively higher fines on the infractions.
Council President Pro Tern Buckshnis anticipated she and Off Leash Area Edmonds would receive
questions about this ordinance. She asked for clarification if an owner left their dog in the car and it was
neither too hold nor too cold and the windows were open, they would not receive a ticket. ACOP Lawless
clarified the animal would need to be in distress due to excessive heat, cold, extended period of time in a
vehicle without food or water, etc.; the situation would be viewed by the officer in its totality. Council
President Pro Tern Buckshnis summarized it would be on a case -by -case basis and this ordinance would
allow officers to issue an infraction. ACOP Lawless explained this ordinance provides language more
specific to the situation instead of the broader animal cruelty charge.
Councilmember Teitzel, a dog owner, spoke in favor of the ordinance. He referred to the wording of section
A in the ordinance, noting the term "excessive heat" was subjective and suggested specifying temperatures
above 75 degrees. ACOP Lawless answered it will be a case -by -case situation. If it is 75 degrees in the car,
how long the dog has been in the car is a consideration, whether the dog is in obvious distress, etc. He
relayed information from Senior Animal Control Officer Tabatha Shoemake regarding temperatures:
• Outside temperature 75 degrees
o Time for temperature inside closed vehicle to reach 100 degrees: 10 minutes
o Time for temperature inside vehicle to reach 120 degrees: 30 minutes
■ Outside temperature 85 degrees
o Time for temperature inside closed vehicle to reach 100 degrees: 7 minutes
ACOP Lawless explained officers also have infrared thermometers to read the temperature inside the
vehicle.
Mayor Pro Tern Nelson expressed support for the proposed motion, commenting many dog owners and/or
animal lovers have come across an animal in a locked car. This will be a great tool for officers to have the
discretion to make that decision.
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Councilmember Fraley-Monillas commented she is not a dog owner but appreciates the proposed ordinance
because she considers it abusive what some people do to dogs that they would not do to children or seniors.
To Councilmember Teitzel's comment about stating a temperature, she noted puppies may be able to
tolerate heat better than an older dog.
COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
PRO TEM BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 4116 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ECC 5.05 TO ADOPT A NEW PROVISION
"LEAVE OR CONFINE ANY ANIMAL IN UNATTENDED MOTOR VEHICLE OR ENCLOSED
SPACE — PENALTIES — OFFICERS' AUTHORITY TO REASONABLY REMOVE ANIMAL" AS
SECTION 5.05.128.2. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. STUDY ITEMS
PRESENTATION OF CREATIVE DISTRICT DESIGNATION APPLICATION PROCESS
Economic Development & Community Services Director Patrick Doherty and Arts & Culture Program
Manager Frances Chapin reviewed:
• Program Background
o In 2017 State Legislature approved legislation creating the Certified Creative District Program,
similar to programs in Colorado, Louisiana and other states
o The Washington State Arts Commission ("ArtsWA") was given the program to administer
o A Program Director was hired last fall and the program and application process were developed
o Early this year the program went live, and the application process was opened
• Background in Edmonds
o Economic Impact of Arts and Culture Sector, presented to Council in February, had list of
recommended actions, including:
■ "Seek Creative District designation through the Washington State Arts Commission."
■ Recommendations
1) Strengthen the arts and culture sector citywide in economic development efforts
— Embrace arts and culture as a core of the Edmonds community identity citywide.
2) Integrate arts and culture's contributions to the economy in new and existing
community economic development efforts
— Seek Creative District designation through the Washington State Arts Commission
— Identify arts and culture businesses and stakeholders as a targeted economic cluster
along with others identified in the City of Edmonds's Economic Development
Element
— Advocate for city infrastructure decisions that support arts and culture growth
— Cultivate a robust arts and culture sector
What is a Certified Creative District
o Geographically defined hub of activity
o Focal point for people to gather, enjoy arts and culture
o A vehicle to grow jobs & economic opportunities
o A conduit to promote a community's uniqueness
Why was this program created?
o Washington State will support communities to use arts and creative industries to:
■ Grow jobs
■ Increase economic & cultural opportunities
■ Enhance culture and accessibility to the arts
o In Colorado designated Creative have seen a 5% annual increase in employment and a 6%
increase in revenue
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Creative industries drive the economy in Washington State
o In 2016, 207,000 people in Washington were employed in creative industries
■ $22.7 billion total industry earnings
■ $51,251 average annual salary across the sector
0 $26.37 average hourly earnings
■ 7.9% of Washington's GDP ($35.6 billion [#I])
■ 4% growth in sector from 2015-2016
o Many activities that are creative in nature are creative industries
o Economic Impact Study focused on traditional arts and culture activities
• Arts/Culture Sector in Edmonds is Big Business
o In 2016, $19 million in revenue generated by the arts/culture sector
o $50 million in total economic impact
0 440 full time jobs
o $17 million in labor income
How the program works
o Planning, application and state -certification process
o Customized to each community
o Fosters authentic, diverse community engagement
o Opportunities for affordable housing options for artists & creatives
What certification can do for a community
o Enhance local culture & accessibility to the arts
o Promote quality of life
o Economic mobility
o Support small business growth
o Encourage redevelopment
o Rural community development
o Enhance livability
o Achieve items in Strategic Plan
o Hoping legislature will provide grant funding for special projects
Communities interested in certification
o Anacortes o Nisqually Tribe
o Chewelah o Olympia
o Edmonds o Port Townsend
o Everett o Pullman
o Federal Way o Puyallup
o Hilltop Tacoma o Sequim
o Issaquah o Tenino
o Kennewick o Vashon Island
o Kirkland o Wenatchee
o Mercer Island o Yakima
• How does the process work?
1. Gather the planning Team
2. Plan — Work with the team to plan the Creative District
3. Apply — Write & submit the formal application
4. Begin — Implement the District plan and track progress
■ Edmonds Recent Actions
o In response to the application process requirements, the City of Edmonds has taken the
following recent actions:
■ Parks and Eco. Dev. staff join to work on application prep/process
x Arts Commission & EDC discussed and offered suggestions
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■ Convened group of 30 local "creative sector" stakeholders, including Councilmember
Tibbott
■ Held 2 stakeholder meetings (5/18 & 6/14) to focus on goals, strategies & milestones for
5-vear mm=. Stakeholders that attended meetings included:
Creative District Stakeholders
Edmonds Community Collc c
ARTS of Edmonds
Ed! — Edmonds Downtown Alliance
Artworks
Edmonds Economic Development Commission
CAFE — Creative Age Festival Edmonds
Edmonds Historical Museum
Cascadia Art Museum
Edmonds Senior Center
Edmonds Arts Commission
Port of Edmonds
Edmonds Arts Festival
Downtown residents
Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation
Rick Steves' Europe
Edmonds Center for the Arts
Ten Gun Design
Edmonds Chamber of Commerce
ZINC Art + Object
Edmonds City Council
Held Community Meeting 6/7
- Attended by approximately 50 people, including Councilmembers Johnson and Tibbott
and Mayor Earling
- Presentation by State Program Director, Annette Roth
- Copious public comment and suggestions offered
■ Map of Proposed Creative District Boundaries
o State is seeking walkable, dense section of the community
o Includes venues where art activities/events occur
o Includes the native plant garden and fish hatchery
o Map is a draft, will include further discussion with stakeholders
o Program Director visiting the City July 10 to walk the proposed district and provide input
• Next Steps
o Compile and organize input from Stakeholders and Community Meeting
o Develop goals, strategies and milestones for five-year program
o Finalize Creative District boundaries
o Fill out application form
o Return to City Council for Resolution stating City's intent to pursue Creative District
application (July)
o Submit application mid -Summer
■ Possibly first application received by State!
o Certification decisions expected by year's end
■ Other Creative Districts
o Ridgway Creative District
o Trinidad Creative District
o Parker's Creative District at Old Town
o Creative District Wilmington
o Creative District Crested Butte
o Golden Triangle Creative District
Council President Pro Tem Buckshnis inquired about the list of stakeholders. Ms. Chapin answered there
are many stakeholders; that list was the ones who attended the stakeholder meetings. Council President Pro
Tern Buckshnis expressed support for establishing a Creative District, noting the Edmonds Arts Festival
last weekend was very successful.
Councilmember Tibbott asked if the State Program Manager was in the Department of Economic
Development. Ms. Chapin advised the part-time staff position established with the Certified Creative
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District Program is in the State Art Commission but the Program Manager's background is working with
economic development agencies. Councilmember Tibbott relayed a question he has heard, whether there
were any potential downsides of designating Edmonds as a Creative Art District such as state regulations,
auditing, maintenance costs, etc. Ms. Chapin answered she did not consider it a downside but there is some
administrative work; the plan is to spread the work among existing staff. She anticipated that could possibly
being an issue for a city with fewer resources. She was not aware of any other downsides. Mr. Doherty
agreed there were organizational impacts if the City was granted the Creative District designation. For
example, goals and milestones identified the program would need to be pursued; those goals and milestones
would be great for the community, grow the economy, contributed to the quality of live, etc. If the City
were designated a Creative District, it would add positive challenges.
Councilmember Tibbott commented his impression of the program was Edmonds was already doing the
things that fulfill the requirements and there is already staff in place to help fulfill the goals that are part of
Arts and Culture Plan. Ms. Chapin agreed, noting Councilmember Tibbott participated in the stakeholder
and community meetings where it was recognized many of the items have been in the City's planning
process as well as things the City is already doing. Councilmember Tibbott expressed his support for the
designation and recognized Ms. Chapin and Mr. Doherty's efforts to move it forward.
Councilmember Fraley-Monillas pointed out the boundary on the map goes through the center of the marsh
but should be on the south side where the viewing platform and gardens are located. Mr. Doherty explained
the original intent was the activities on the north side of the marsh but including the native garden and the
fish hatchery would expand the boundary. He recognized the boundaries may be modified after staff walks
it with the State Program Director,
Councilmember Johnson recalled there was criticism at the community meeting about the boundary and
asked if it would be changed in the future. Mr. Doherty advised the map had been revised as result of the
community meeting. He invited Councilmembers to email him with suggestions about the boundaries.
Councilmember Johnson observed reasons for creating the program was to grow jobs, increase economic
and cultural opportunities and enhance culture and accessibility to arts. She questioned how the inclusion
of most of Civic Field and all of City Park fit the character. She recognized there were programs in those
locations that attract people in the summer but wondered if those could be omitted to condense the map.
She recalled people questioning that at the community meeting including concern that grants may be
consumed by Civic Field and not given to arts. Ms. Chapin answered the draft map was a broad brush. Staff
plans to ask the Program Manager how much wiggle room there is around the boundaries of the core area.
She acknowledged the goal was to create a district that was manageable and identifiable. If Edmonds is
selected, there will be sign on the highway stating, "Edmonds Creative District." Mr. Doherty assured staff
will follow the advice given by the Program Manager when she visits the City.
Mayor Pro Tern Nelson expressed concern about the size of the district, noting is seems large. The district
basically is downtown plus the Port which he did not view as a district. He suggested tightening up the
boundaries somewhat. Ms. Chapin commented the district may be a more contained area but connections
to areas outside the district could be leveraged. The boundaries of the district will be discussed with the
State Program Manager
9. REPORTS ON OUTSIDE BOARD & COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Councilmember Mesaros reported he continues to be heavily involved with the potential merger of
Snohomish Emergency Radio System (SERS) and Snohomish County 911. Both boards agree they will
vote on potential merger by September 30. The PFD Board is meeting Thursday, June 28. He reported the
Main topic of the SeaShor Transportation Forum (a group of King County municipalities north of Seattle
along with several Snohomish County cities who discuss transportation issues in north King County and
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south Snohomish County into Seattle) was the Port of Seattle. The Port of Seattle recently provided a grant
to promote whale watching. SeaTac Airport is anticipating tremendous growth to meet the tremendous
transportation needs at the airport.
Councilmember Fraley-Monillas reported:
• Diversity Commission will be making recommendations to the Mayor and City Council
• She plans to participate with the Diversity Commission in the 4' of July parade
• Judge Coburn established a group to address how the opioid issue affects the municipal court
• The Council Opioid Task Force (Council President Nelson, Johnson and herself) meets tomorrow
• She and Councilmembers Teitzel and Johnson attended the Police Awards Ceremony which was
very well attended
• The South County Cities meeting included a report from the Department of Transportation
Secretary who predicted even if I-5 was widened to eight lanes each way, it would fill up. Other
transportation alternatives need to be identified including transit
■ Snohomish County Coalition for Transportation Choices is considering turning over the entity to a
non-profit.
■ The consultant the Homelessness Task Force hired is seeking input from Councilmembers. She
invited Councilmember to provide input to Mayor Pro Tem Nelson, Councilmember Teitzel or her.
• Attended the PSRC General Assembly with Councilmembers Mesaros and Teitzel. The mayors of
the three largest cities in the state (Everett, Tacoma and Seattle) are female.
Councilmember Teitzel reported:
• The Disability Board has been struggling for several months with very costly long term assisted
care for one individual. The Board engaged a senior care consultant at no cost to the City who
helped identify a very good solution that will save the City a substantial amount.
• Affordable Housing Alliance approved a draft policy about administering the Snohomish County
Housing Trust Fund. An open house of the studio unit at Edmonds Lutheran Church is tentatively
scheduled for July 12. This affordable housing project will be managed by Compass.
• Snohomish County Tomorrow included a presentation about proposed development around light
rail transit stations in Everett and Mill Creek. Everett has prepared a detailed subarea plan regarding
potential development including increased heights in mixed use buildings.
• The Climate Protection Committee discussed providing a steering committee to help with
implementing the single use plastic ban. Several members offered to help with stakeholdering and
education efforts.
Council President Pro Tem Buckshnis thanked Councilmember Teitzel for attending the Climate Protection
Committee. She hoped to have citizens on the steering committee and encouraged anyone interested in
participating to contact the Climate Protection Committee, Councilmember Teitzel or her. She recalled
Taming Bigfoot's Steering Committee had 10 people.
Council President Pro Tem Buckshnis reported the Tree Board is working on a booth for the Saturday
market, completed their logo, are looking at giving away bare root lilacs at the Saturday market, creating a
brochure for small trees and have been reviewing the Urban Forest Management Plan. WRIA 8 considered
the budget and work plan; the cost to Edmonds decreased by approximately $400. WRIA 8 also reviewed
salmon recovery projects. She noted the change in the assisted care that was facilitated by the Disability
Board will save the City $4,000/month.
Mayor Pro Tem Nelson reported the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) reviewed the proposed
2019 budget and applicants for funding. Based on projected revenues for 2018, the 2019 budget will be the
same as 2018. He participated in the SERS Board meeting, one of the more animated meetings ever due to
the nature of the merger opportunity with Snohomish County 911. He thanked Councilmember Mesaros
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for his dedicated work on that issue. One June 20th, the Snohomish County City Council adopted an
ordinance moving forward a ballot proposition to the voters for a sales tax increase of 0.1% to help fund
replacement of the aging emergency radio system for first responders.
Councilmember Tibbott reported
• Attended the Shoreline's State of the City for Shoreline. Learned Shoreline is considering 1% levy
to improve and expand their walkway system
• Attended the opioid meeting called by Judge Coburn; interesting to have public defenders, medical
personnel, housing personnel and prosecutors collaborate on solutions that are not readily apparent.
• Attended stakeholder meeting and public meeting for Creative District. A lot of public interest and
public participation; a way for more volunteers to be involved in arts community.
• Attended Economic Development Commission meeting. New members bringing new energy. A
new subcommittee, Art and Tourism, was formed.
■ Attended Port Commission meeting. Five years ago the Port adopted a policy model for increasing
moorage rates. As a result the Port has been able stay on top of maintenance. Several other marinas
in the area struggle with maintenance and are raising rates dramatically and some are still not able
to keep up with maintenance. Via proactive management and staying on top of maintenance, the
Port of Edmonds is in remarkable shape and a destination for boaters.
Councilmember Johnson reported she participated in some of the meetings that have already been reported
on, including the Council Opioid Task Force and the Marsh Task Force. The marsh consultant, Windward,
will make a presentation to Council next week. She encouraged Councilmembers to read the report in
advance. The consultant will conduct scientific study over four quarters and take an inventory in each
season. Data will be collected by the consultant as well as citizen scientists, but the data will not be merged.
The Historic Preservation Commission is considering the addition of a historic home to the historic registry.
10. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Nelson reported an hour has been allocated at the July 3 Council meeting for discussion of
2019 Council budget goals.
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Tibbott reported he plans to attend the AWC annual meeting this week in Yakima. He
reported riding his bike to appointments on Highway 99 last week instead of driving and rode on the new
bike path on 76". He found it very comfortable to ride on and was thankful to have that amenity in City.
He looked forward to more bike trips on that system as well as others in Edmonds.
Council President Pro Tem Buckshnis reported the Ballard Locks celebrated their centennial anniversary.
In 2018 the Army Corp of Engineers allocated an additional $13.15 million for repairs, bringing the total
to $23 million.
Councilmember Teitzel wished Councilmembers and citizens a Happy 41h of July, and enjoyment of the
parade and fireworks. For anyone going places that allow fireworks, he urged them to be careful.
Councilmember Fraley-Monillas hoped to see Councilmembers in the parade.
Councilmember Mesaros commented the June 9 Council retreat was a productive meeting. He anticipated
a lot of unity when the Council talks about budget goals and how to allocate resources. He reported the
2018 Special Olympics USA Games will be held in June 29 — July 8 at Husky Stadium, an opportunity see
great athletes doing great things. He and wife will be volunteering on July 2.
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12. CONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PENDING Olt POTENTIAL LITIGATION
PER RCW 42.30.110 1 i
This item was not needed.
13. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION. POTENTIAL ACTION AS A RESULT OF MEETING IN
EXECUTIVE SESSION
This item was not needed.
14. ADJOURN
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
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DA D 0. EARL G, MAYOR
S&nf PASSEY, CITYCOK
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