2019-12-12 Citizens Housing Commission PacketAgenda
Edmonds Citizens Housing Commission
BRACKETT ROOM
121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL - 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020
DECEMBER 12, 2019, 6:30 PM
Edmonds Citizens Housing Commission Agenda
December 12, 2019
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HOUSING COMMISSION'S MISSION
"DEVELOP DIVERSE HOUSING POLICY OPTIONS FOR (CITY) COUNCIL CONSIDERATION DESIGNED
TO EXPAND THE RANGE OF HOUSING (INCLUDING RENTAL AND OWNED) AVAILABLE IN
EDMONDS; OPTIONS THAT ARE IRRESPECTIVE OF AGE, GENDER, RACE, RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION,
PHYSICAL DISABILITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION" - FROM CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 1427
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSION ALTERNATES
5. ACTONS
A. APPROVAL FOR NOVEMBER 14 MEETING NOTES (2 MIN)
1. Approval of Citizens' Housing Commission Draft Minutes of November 14, 2019
B. OPTIONS FOR COMMISSION TIMELINE (15 MIN)
1. Project Timeline Options
C. COMMUNITY ENGAGENMENT PLAN (10 MIN)
1. Community Engagement Plan
D. COMMUNITY SURVEY #1 (45 MIN)
1. Community Survey #1
6. PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS
A. HOUSING'S RELATIONSHIP TO ZONING (10 MIN)
1. Relationoship of Zoning and Housi
B. HOUSING COST FACTORS (20 MIN)
1. Housing Cost Factors
C. SPECIAL NEEDS (5 MIN)
1. Special Housing Needs
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December 12, 2019
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. GROUND RULES AND PROCEDURES (5 MIN)
1. Ground Rules and Decision-Making Protocols
B. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA (5 MIN)
8. ADJOURN
"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
Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Approval of Citizens' Housing Commission Draft Minutes of November 14, 2019
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
N/A
Staff Recommendation
Approve the draft notes
Narrative
Draft notes are attached. The entire November 14, 2019 meeting was also videorecorded and is
available online at the City's website.
Attachments:
ECHC_MeetingNotes_11.14.19
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EDMONDS CITIZENS HOUSING COMMISSION
Meeting Notes – November 14, 2019
Brackett Room, City Hall - 3rd Floor
121 5th Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020
6:30 – 8:30 Pm
A recording of the meeting is available on the City website. Meeting materials can be found on the
Citizen’s Housing Commission Webpage.
ATTENDANCE
Commissioners
• James Ogonowski, District 1
• Karen Haase Herrick, District 1
• Keith Soltner, District 2
• George Keefe, District 3
• John Reed, District 3
• Michael McMurray, District 4
• Nichole Franko, District 4
• Tanya Kataria, District 5
• Jess Blanch, District 6
• Alena Nelson Vietmeier, District 6
• Judi Gladstone, District 7
• Will Chen, District 7
• Bob Throndsen, At-large
Alternates
• Leif Warren, District 1
• Wendy Wyatt, District 2*
• Eva-Denis Miller, District 3
• Kenneth Sund, District 4
• Rick Nishino, District 6
• Tana Axtelle, At-large
*Indicates alternatives participating in the meeting on behalf of a Commissioner
City Council Liaisons
• Kristiana Johnson, Council Position #1
Project Staff
• Shane Hope, City of Edmonds
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Packet Pg. 4 Attachment: ECHC_MeetingNotes_11.14.19 (Draft CHC Meeting Minutes 11.14.19)
• Brad Shipley, City of Edmonds
• Amber Groll, City of Edmonds
• Gretchen Muller, Cascadia Consulting Group
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL – Amber Groll
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
• One attendee provided public comment
3. ALTERNATE COMMENTS
• Eva-Denis Miller provided alternate comment
• Leif Warren provided alternate comment
4. REVIEW OF MEETING NOTES – Shane Hope
• Notes will be a summary of attendance and key decision points
5. REVIEW OPERATING PRINCIPLES
• Reviewed updated commission ground rules and decision-making protocols
6. REVIEW OF CIRCULATED MATERIALS
• Demographics and housing facts
o Request for additional data on changes in number of housing units by type and
utilities cost, capacity, and growth
• Vision 2050 Housing Background Paper
• Edmonds Housing Needs Study
o Request for additional data on the dollar amount and number of people
corresponding to each AMI percentage category
• Frequently Asked Questions
7. ALLIANCE FOR HOUSING AFFORDABILITY – Chris Collier
• Presentation on housing affordability in Snohomish County
8. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLAN
• Commissioners provided feedback on key stakeholders and community events via a
worksheet
9. ONLINE COMMUNITY SURVEY
• The commission decided to move the online survey to January
• Survey questions will be shared with commissioners before the December meeting
• Some commission members expressed interest in volunteering for intercept surveys
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Packet Pg. 5 Attachment: ECHC_MeetingNotes_11.14.19 (Draft CHC Meeting Minutes 11.14.19)
10. PROCEDURAL DISCUSSION - Shane Hope
• The commission approves having the land acknowledgement statement on all agendas
moving forward
• December 3, 2019 will be a quarterly report to the City Council; commissioners are
invited to attend
11. ADJOURN
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Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Project Timeline Options
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
At the Housing Commission’s first meeting, September 26, 2019, the Housing Commission discussed its
mission and key process/timing issues. The Commission also identified and prioritized topics of interest
(see attached “Housing Commission Interest Results”) to prepare for policy discussions.
After that, staff prepared a timeline overview (attached) to show potential key milestones through
2020. A month-to-month topic list (attached) was also prepared with more details about how each
meeting could reflect the Commission’s key interests, provide information and time for policy
discussion, and be consistent with due dates of Resolution No. 1425 (attached). Both items are meant
to serve as general guidance and not an absolute schedule--although the end date of December 31,
2020 is assumed to be certain. At the October 10 meeting, Commission members discussed the timeline
and topic list and seemed to be agreement with this general direction. However, no formal action took
place.
More recently, concern has been raised by some Commission members that the group should be
spending more time on certain things. Before discussion on these things moves forward, it may be
useful to review the current timeline and hear from the group: Does the Commission choose to move
forward with the current general timeline and monthly topic list, perhaps with minor changes, or do
significant changes need to be made now? If significant changes, what would they be? Clarifying this at
the December 12 meeting will be important for how the Commission uses its time and achieves its
mission.
Staff Recommendation
For the Commission to vote on the general timeline and topics list. (See "Options" section.)
Narrative
In volunteering to serve on the Housing Commission, members knew they were being asked to meet
together at least monthly, encourage community involvement, and make housing policy
recommendations by the end of 2020. (See attached Resolution 1427, Section 1.)
The Commission has had four monthly meetings scheduled in 2019. These have been focused on
reaching a common understanding of public process, housing terminology, definitions, demographics,
housing data, group process, and other factors that may help Commission members in discussing policy
issues together.
The 2020 schedule includes twelve additional monthly meetings plus several community outreach
events and two or more community surveys. The emphasis in 2020 is on Commission policy discussions
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and recommendations.
The timeline that was prepared assumes that the Housing Commission is in charge of deciding the policy
recommendations to make to the City Council. It also assumes that, after getting initial input from the
Commission, City staff (along with the hired meeting facilitator and community engagement specialist)
would do the lion’s share of background work, such as: planning meetings and events, bringing in
speakers, preparing two or more community surveys, distributing information, maintaining a website,
issuing press releases, and writing up the final conclusions made by the Housing Commission.
OPTIONS
Several options for the Commission’s schedule are identified below. For each option, key assumptions
and pros/cons are noted. Commissioners may propose other options too.
Option A: Stay the Course
Assumptions:
ð The current timeline and schedule would be generally used, with any minor changes as
needed
ð Commission stays in charge of prioritizing policy topics and developing
recommendations
ð Commission discusses and provides input on community engagement approach
ð Based on Commission direction and consistent with Council Resolution 1427, City staff
and the hired community engagement specialist prepare outreach surveys and arrange
public meetings and events
ð Commission assistance is sought to locate alternate meeting venues and to help
promote future community activities, consistent with group’s general direction
Pros:
ð Recognizes the schedule that was previously discussed and distributed--with
opportunities for minor changes as the work moves forward
ð Uses the Commission’s community and personal knowledge to work at the policy level,
not necessarily at the detail level
ð Uses the existing budget that the City Council provided for professional services
(including meeting facilitation, community engagement expertise, and videography, all
of which are already under contract)
Cons:
ð Does not require the Commission to significantly re-think how it will move forward
Option B: Stay the course but more efficiently
Assumptions:
ð Mostly the same as Option A
ð Emphasizing the following to be more efficient:
o Ensure that items for which the Commission is likely to want to spend the most
time are scheduled early on the agenda
o Keep most meeting presentations short, trusting that Commission members will
have read the material ahead and may choose have supplemental discussion at
the meetings
o Consider having small committees at the policy stage to come up with ideas for
certain topics and present them to the full Commission as part of a public
meeting; then have full Commission discussion of the ideas and decision-making
on any action in the public meeting
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o Other efficiencies that the Commission identifies
Option C: Much more hands-on work by Commission to develop surveys and other community
engagement activities
Assumptions:
ð The Commission would take on extended hours of more detailed work to develop and
promote specific community activities, including planning for all surveys and public
events
ð Commission members would agree in a public meeting on details for each of the
community activities
ð If the Commission appoints any committees to work on community engagement, each
committee would report back to the Commission as a whole and get approval for the
proposed activities
ð The Commission would coordinate with staff to ensure compliance with any legal
requirements and about use of City resources before finalizing decisions
Pros:
ð This might save staff and professional services’ time (depending on how it’s done)
ð The Commission may feel greater ownership of community engagement
Cons:
ð Additional Commission time would be needed over an extended period to decide the
content and to develop and distribute each survey and plan for other community events
ð Detailed Commission work on the public engagement side may result in less time for the
Commission’s 2020 policy deliberations
Option D: No community survey in early 2020
Assumptions:
ð Surveys can be a useful tool but are not absolutely required by Resolution 1427
ð Whether to have one or more surveys later in 2020 could be decided at a future
meeting
Pros:
ð Not having a community survey in early 2020 could save Commission and staff time
Cons:
ð Not having an early 2020 survey would mean less opportunity for community input and
awareness in the early stages of the Commission’s work
At the December 12 meeting, Commissioners may suggest changes to Options A through D or propose
new options, with assumptions and implications identified.
Next Steps
ð Commission may discuss schedule options and/or move to approve a specific option
ð If an option is proposed that could significantly change the Commission’s workload or process,
the Commission should agree on the required tasks and responsibilities for accomplishing the
change, prior to a decision being finalized.
ð Commission should vote on a schedule option (A, B, C, D, or something else).
Attachments:
HC_Act.1_Interest Results
Housing Commission Timeframe
Subjects.Overview.Mo.by.Mo
Resolution 1427
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Housing Types (incl. ADUs) & Zoning 28Housing types/barriers to types (pros & cons)12 Development
Zoning effects on housing 10 Development
Accessory Dwelling units (ADU)6 Development
City Revenue 22
Financially sustainable (balance of uses)16 Finance
Edmonds financial situation 6 Finance
Multi-family Tax Exemption (MFTE) & other Incentive Programs (Tools & Abatements)22 Programs
Guiding Principles 21Objectives/targets 14 Goals
Clarify mission 7 Goals
Housing Efforts in Other Cities 19Group tour – interesting projects in other cities 9 Community
Housing strategies, programs, & Ideas (other cities)10 Research
Housing Cost Factors 18
Housing cost factors (development fees)10 Development
Development fees 8 Development
Community Engagement 17 Community
Comprehensive Plan and Future Growth 14Comprehensive Plan 14 Background Documents
Coordination with parks & school district 0 Background Documents
Transportation 14Light rail impacts 7 Transportation
Transit hubs 7 Transportation
Housing Affordability 13
Threshold of what is affordable 8 Data
Housing instabilty 5 Data
State Law & Recent Legislation 13
Recent state legislation 3 Regional Efforts
Growth Management Act (GMA)8 Regulation & Law
State or Federal laws 1 Regulation & Law
Open Government/legal issues for boards and commissions 1 Regulation & Law
Distribution of Income/Housing/etc.12
Distribution of income/housing/etc.8 Data
Range of income 4 Data
Edmonds Housing Data (by Zone)12 Data
Needs of seniors, veterans, etc. 12 Community
Definitions 11
Definitions (come to agreement)6 Definitions
Housing terms/definitions 5 Definitions
Housing Strategy Background 11 Background Documents
Coordination w/ other cities 9 Regional Efforts
Vibrancy & community 9 Community
Environmental impacts 8 Environment
How housing affects economy 7 Data
Fed, state, regional housing programs & Resources 6 Regional Efforts
Tree canopy balance 5 Environment
Housing instabilty 5 Data
Humanize affordability 4 Community
Data on workers (in Edmonds)3 Data
Summary data (demographics)3 Data
Existing projects 3 Data
Infrastructure capacity 3 Data
What is off topic/mission?0
9/26/2019
Category
HOUSING COMMISSION INTEREST RESULTS
Interest Interest
Level
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Packet Pg. 10 Attachment: HC_Act.1_Interest Results (Project Timeline Options)
HOUSING COMMISSION WORK PLAN OVERVIEW
Task Sep-19 Oct-19 Nov-19 Dec-19 Jan-20 Feb-20 Mar-20 Apr-20 May-20 Jun-20 Jul-20 Aug-20 Sep-20 Oct-20 Nov-20 Dec-20
Establish foundation
Identify Framwork for Policies
Prioritize Policy Topics & Develop
Options
Develop Preliminary Policy
Recommendations
Refine & Finalize
Recommendations
Provide for Community
Engagement
▲ ●●●▲●●●
Update City Council ■■■■■
Note: This timeframe is proposed
and subject to change as the
process evolves.
Key
▲ Potential Survey
● Potential Special Event
■ Report to City Council
10/7/2019
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Oct. 4, 2019
Key Subjects for Housing Commission Meetings: Month-by-Month
Note: This list includes topics identified by the Housing Commission at its September 2019 meeting.
It provides initial guidance, although subject to change.
September 2019
Welcome
Mission/Process
Introductions
Tops of interest for future meetings (group exercise)
Schedule for future meetings
Updates on consultant assistance & community outreach
October 2019
Meet consultants
Discuss meeting rules/expectations
Begin planning for community engagement
Discuss timeframe & subjects for Commission meetings
Update on Open Public Meetings Act & public record requirements
Review federal & state laws (incl GMA + new legislation)
Review regional planning framework
Review local planning process (incl. coordination w/ parks, schools & future growth)
Review Comprehensive Plan Housing Element
Review Hwy 99 Area Plan
Review prior Housing Strategy process
Consider next HC meeting logistics
November 2019
Consider community engagement plan & next steps
Review general data about region (population, demographics, etc.)
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Review general data about Edmonds (demographics, workforce, housing inventory, etc.)
Review housing’s relationship with zoning
Affordability:
Terminology/definitions
Income thresholds & what they mean for people
Data about housing affordability (for different types, income-levels & needs) in:
Region
Edmonds overall
Within specific Edmonds zones/districts (i.e. 1-7)
December 2019
Review community input to date & next steps
Consider housing needs of specific populations
Seniors
Veterans
Families
Others?
Consider housing cost factors (incl. development fees)
Learn about housing types (incl. pros/cons/impacts)
January 2020
Discuss environmental (incl. tree canopy) & infrastructure impacts/choices
Discuss transportation issues/ light rail impacts
Discuss economic & fiscal sustainability aspects of housing & other uses
Discuss vibrancy/community livability
Consider characteristics of different areas of the city
Learn about major development projects in Edmonds (such as Westgate Village)
Learn what programs & incentives Edmonds has for housing
Learn what other cities and agencies are doing about housing
Learn about state & federal resources
Introduce next steps for developing policy framework
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February 2020
Discuss mission & values
Consider developing issue statement, principles, goals, or objectives related to mission
Discuss meaning of “policy” and “policy options”
Discuss final product to give City Council
Identify preferred subjects for housing policies
March 2020
Review and refine subjects to be addressed by housing policies
Discuss and prioritize housing policy subjects
Review Commission’s timeframe & any emerging needs
Consider community engagement & next steps
April 2020
Identify approach to policy development
Discuss intent & options for 1st set of subjects for housing policy development
May 2020
Revisit & make any refinements regarding 1st set of housing policy recommendations
Discuss intent & options for 2nd set of subjects for housing policy development
June 2020
Revisit & make any refinements regarding 2st set of housing policy recommendations
Discuss intent & options for 3rd set of subjects for housing policy development
Discuss community engagement & next steps
July 2020
Revisit & make any refinements regarding 3rd set of recommended housing policies
Discuss intent & options for 4th set of recommended housing policies
August 2020
Revisit & make any refinements regarding 4th set of housing policy recommendations
Discuss community engagement & next steps
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September 2020
Finalize package of draft policy recommendations
Review community input to date & next steps
October 2020
Consider any refinements to draft policy recommendations
Discuss community engagement & next steps
November 2020
Review community input to date
Make any changes to draft recommendations
Consider draft report about Housing Commission process
December 2020
Consider any other input
Finalize package of housing policy recommendations
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RESOLUTION NO. 1427
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING THE CITIZENS’
HOUSING COMMISSION
WHEREAS, in 2017 the City of Edmonds began the process of developing a Housing Strategy to
fulfill an objective of the Housing Element of the city’s Comprehensive Plan at P. 96, which
states: “Implementation Action: Develop a strategy by 2019 for increasing the supply of
affordable housing and meeting diverse housing needs;” and
WHEREAS, the Council has heard numerous comments and concerns from our constituents that
the process for establishing policies around an expanded range of housing options should be
revised to include greater public input and balanced representation; and
WHEREAS, three primary themes have emerged from input the Council has received from its
constituents; and
WHEREAS, first, rather than an Administration-appointed task force working toward housing
policy recommendations, members of the public have expressed a strong preference for a process
which establishes a Housing Commission via applications from interested citizens; and
WHEREAS, second, a strong preference has been expressed for sufficient time to be provided
for all housing-related issues to be thoroughly vetted to enable policy recommendations to be
brought forward that are in Edmonds’ long term best interests; and
WHEREAS, finally, the public has made clear it expects members of the Housing Commission
should represent all areas of Edmonds and the Edmonds Bowl should not be over- represented;
and
WHEREAS, on December 11, 2018, the Council passed Resolution 1420 to docket a
Comprehensive Plan amendment that is expected to result in the removal of the 2019 timeline for
establishment of an Edmonds Affordable Housing strategy as called for in the current
Comprehensive Plan and to provide additional time for development of an appropriate array of
diverse housing options for Edmonds; and
WHEREAS, the Council also agrees that the process for citizen involvement should be retooled
to encourage volunteer participation from across Edmonds; and
WHEREAS, the expanded timeline for development of diverse housing policy options provides
the opportunity to establish a Citizens’ Housing Commission to enable direct citizen involvement
in this important process; and
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WHEREAS, on February 19, 2019, the Council discussed next steps toward achieving this
objective; and
WHEREAS, a significant initial step will be to establish a Citizens’ Housing Commission to
assess all factors that must be considered in driving toward housing policies that expand the
supply of diverse housing options while maintaining Edmonds’ character and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2019, the Council also provided direction that such a Commission
should be formed; and
WHEREAS, on March 19, 2019, the Council provided more specific direction as to the contents
of a resolution that would create the Citizens’ Housing Commission; now therefore,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, HEREBY
RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Citizens’ Housing Commission Created. The Citizens’ Housing Commission is
hereby created and shall be subject to the following provisions:
A. Mission. The mission of the new Citizens’ Housing Commission shall be as follows:
Develop diverse housing policy options for Council consideration designed to expand the
range of housing (including rental and owned) available in Edmonds; options that are
irrespective of age, gender, race, religious affiliation, physical disability or sexual
orientation.
B. Appointment Process. The Commission shall consist of fifteen voting members: each
Councilmember will select two appointees and one alternate; and the mayor will select one
appointee and one alternate. The mayor’s selection will be from the remaining pool of
applicants after Councilmembers have made their selections.
C. Appointment by Zone. Each of the seven Councilmembers shall be assigned a particular zone
at the Council President’s direction and will be responsible for assessing applications from
that zone (see map attached as Exhibit A describing the seven geographic zones of Edmonds
which will be attached to the Commission application form). Each Councilmember will
select two appointees and one alternate from his/her assigned zone. In the event that there are
insufficient applicants to fill the positions for a particular zone, the Councilmember assigned
to that zone may select from the remaining applicants residing in any other zone, but only
after the other Councilmembers have made their selections.
D. Meetings. The Commission will meet at least once per month on a day and time to be
determined by the Commission, and may meet more frequently at the Commission’s
discretion. The time and place of the first meeting of the Commission shall be established by
the Council President.
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E. Voting. Alternates should attend meetings to remain current on the Commission’s progress
but shall not be voting members unless they are participating in lieu of an absent
Commissioner from their assigned zone.
F. Liaisons. Two Councilmembers shall be assigned to the Commission as Council Liaisons in
an advisory (non-voting) role.
G. Public Outreach. The Commission shall host public outreach sessions (open houses, town
halls, etc.) once per quarter at varying public locations within Edmonds to provide updates on
its progress in developing housing option policy recommendations.
H. Website Updates. The status of the Commission’s work on the development of expanded
housing options shall be updated regularly on the city’s Housing website.
I. Reporting to the Council. The Commission shall report progress to the Council at least once
per quarter, beginning in the 3rd quarter of 2019.
J. Sunset Date. The Commission will complete its work by December 31, 2020 and have a
sunset date of January 1, 2021.
Section 2. Recruiting. A post card will be sent to each Edmonds household announcing the
application process and deadlines. This mailing will be in addition to the process normally used
to publicize Commission application availability (e.g., City website announcements, articles in
local media, etc.).
Section 3. Application Process. Applicants for appointment to the Commission shall be subject
to the following:
A. Qualifications. Commission applicants must be current residents of Edmonds.
B. Zones. Each applicant must identify which of the seven “zones” he/she lives within (see
map attached as Exhibit A describing the seven geographic zones of Edmonds which
will be attached to the Commission application form).
C. Application Contents. The following information will be requested on the application
form:
a. Occupational status and background.
b. Organizational affiliation.
c. Why are you seeking this appointment?
d. What skills and knowledge do you have to meet the selection criteria?
e. List any other Board, Commission, Committee or official position you currently
hold with the City of Edmonds.
f. How long have you lived in Edmonds?
g. Do you rent or own your home?
h. Are you currently a landlord of property located in Edmonds?
Note: items a-e above are standard questions of applicants for any Edmonds
Board or Commission. Items f-h above are specific to the Edmonds Citizens’
Housing Commission.
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Brackett's LandingNorth
Seaview Park
Olympic Beach
HummingbirdPark
Meadowdale Beach County Park
MeadowdalePlayFields
Southwest County Park
Maplewood HillPark
PineRidgePark
Sierra Park
Yost Park
Pine St.Park
Lynndale Park / Skatepark
Lake Ballinger Park
Brackett'sLandingSouth
Marina Beach
CivicPlayfields
ArtsCenter
City Park
EdmondsMarsh
EdmondsElementary
EdmondsCommunityCollege
HickmanPark
WestgateElementary
Edmonds MemorialCemetery
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SherwoodElementary
Edmonds WoodwayHigh School
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Holy RosaryPrivate School
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Edmonds Housing Strategy
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Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Community Engagement Plan
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
The Housing Commission discussed community engagement goals on October 10, 2019. Based on the
goals, a draft community engagement plan was prepared for the Commission’s consideration at its
November 14 meeting. The Commission discussed the draft and gave input so that the plan, with
revisions, could be considered for action at the December 12 meeting.
Staff Recommendation
Approve the proposed Community Engagement Plan, with any final revisions.
Narrative
The latest draft Community Engagement Plan (attached) includes the following changes, along with
corrections and clean-up, since the previous version was reviewed in November:
· The second bullet point about community engagement now notes that public participation is
essential.
· The stakeholder list has been updated with previous Commission recommendations.
· The demographics section was updated to reflect Census data on language needs.
Also, a reference to budget for the community engagement plan was removed. That's because there is
no additional budget for this part of the Commission's work. Rather, professional services for a
community engagement specialist are already included under a contract. The actual costs of creating
flyers, business cards, advertisements, Survey Monkey, etc., will be generally covered by the City's
existing budget.
Next Steps
Next steps for the Commission are:
· Consider the draft plan at the December 12 meeting
· Concur or vote on any revisions to the draft plan
· Concur or vote on the final Community Engagement Plan.
Attachments:
EdmondsCHC_DraftCEP_v5 (3)
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DRAFT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLAN
Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission
EDMONDS CITIZENS‘ HOUSING COMMISSION: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLAN | 1
Last Updated: December 8, 2019
BACKGROUND Appendix A: Project Area Map & Locations
Appendix B: Context & Project History
Commission
The Citizens’ Housing Commission’s (Commission) mission is to, “develop, for City Council consideration, diverse housing
policy options designed to expand the range of housing (including rental and owned) available in Edmonds —
irrespective of age, gender, race, religious affiliation, physical disability, or sexual orientation.”
The Commission is made up of 15 Commissioners and 8 alternates. In order to ensure that membership would come
from across the City, an open application process was offered for residents to apply for positions in the zone or “district”
in which they lived. The process designated seven such districts to cover the city. The districts are based on U.S. Census
areas and have roughly equal populations. A map of them can be found in Appendix A. Each City Council person
appointed two members and one alternate from an assigned district. The Mayor appointed one member and one
alternate at-large.
The Commission commenced in September 2019 and will meet monthly through December 2020. The process includes a
series of meetings for members to orient themselves to housing-related issues and policies, then select and prioritize
policy subjects, create draft policy recommendations, and make final policy recommendations. The Commission’s
recommendations are to be completed by the end of 2020 for City Council consideration.
Community Engagement
Many Edmonds residents have expressed a strong desire for active and transparent public participation in the
development of housing-related policies. The City will engage members of the public at key project milestones to learn
about their priorities and preferences, gather their input on draft Commission recommendations, and to share
information about the project as it evolves. This will be done using a series of outreach tools, including but not limited to:
online surveys, in-person events, and direct outreach to key stakeholder groups.
The Community Engagement Plan is a living document intended to guide the project team through the engagement
process. It includes key messages and outreach objectives, a list of stakeholders and community groups, demographic
data, major project milestones, and planned outreach activities. The Community Engagement Plan provides an overview
of the community engagement process but does not demonstrate the full extent of each engagement activity. This
document is subject to change and the project team will adaptively manage engagement activities as needed.
KEY MESSAGES
Citizens’ Housing Commission
• The Commission is made up entirely of Edmonds residents from across the city, reflecting different backgrounds
and perspectives.
• The Commission meets monthly. Meetings are open to the public and videorecorded; they provide opportunities
for public comment.
• The Commission will discuss and make recommendations on housing policy, not on specific housing-related
projects.
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• The Commission will consider a wide set of housing policy options to expand the range of housing available in
Edmonds, consistent with Resolution 1427 adopted by the City Council.
• The Commission will develop a set of policy recommendations for City Council consideration.
Community Engagement
• The City will be transparent about the Commission’s process, key decision points, and opportunities for public
engagement.
• Public participation is an essential and valued part of the process.
• The City will engage community members at key project milestones to understand their priorities and
preferences and to seek public input on draft Commission recommendations
PROJECT STAFF
Project Manager: Shane Hope - Director of Development Services, City of Edmonds
City Staff: Brad Shipley, City of Edmonds
Amber Groll, City of Edmonds
Outreach Support: Kate Graham, Cascadia Consulting Group
Gretchen Muller, Cascadia Consulting Group
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Objectives
• Transparency – Community members know when and how they can be involved in the
process; there are no surprises in the final product.
• Access – People have access to information and resources that allow them to participate
fully and confidently in the process.
• Respect – People feel heard and respected.
• Equity – Intentional efforts are taken to engage historically underrepresented communities
in a meaningful way.
• Trust – The community understands how public engagement shaped the final product.
Media & Stakeholders
Appendix C: Stakeholder List
• My Edmonds News, Edmonds Beacon, Snohomish County Tribune, Seattle Times, Everett
Herald
• Advocacy groups, arts organizations, chambers of commerce and local business
organizations, City boards & commissions, college and continuing education, community
groups and neighborhood organizations, cultural groups and organizations, Edmonds School
District, hospitals & medical centers, local agencies, major developers/property owners,
public facilities, religious organizations, social service organizations and facilities
Public Project Contact Name: Shane Hope
Email: Shane.Hope@edmondswa.gov
Webpage: https://www.citizenshousingcommission.org/
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Demographics
Appendix D: Demographic
Information
Zip code(s):
98020, 98026
Census tract(s): 502, 503,
504.01, 504.02, 505, 507,
508, 509
Translation need(s): Spanish (3.3%), Chinese
(2.5%), Korean (2.0%)
POTENTIAL OUTREACH ACTIVITIES Appendix E: Activities Log & Inclusive Engagement
When What Level of
Engagement
Goal(s) Complete
January 2019 Online Comm. Survey # 1 Collaborate Understand community values and
concerns around housing and their
vision for the Commission
☐
January 2020 In person event #1 -Held
outside the ’bowl’
Inform/involve Share commission timeline, input
thus far, and opportunities for
future engagement
☐
February –
March 2020
Contact key stakeholders;
Coordinate meetings with
Commission representatives
and/or City Staff
Involve Target key stakeholder groups to
ensure equitable opportunities for
engagement; build relationships
with community groups
☐
April 2020 Online Open House with
survey - #1
Consult Gather feedback on priority
housing subjects identified by the
commission
☐
May-August
2020
Participate in 2 community
events
Inform/
Consult
Attend existing community events
to share Commission progress and
next steps, selected housing policy
subjects, and opportunities for
public engagement
☐
August-
September 2020
Online Open House with
survey - #2
Inform/
Consult
Share draft policy
recommendations; gather
community feedback
☐
October 2020 Communication with key
stakeholders
Consult Gather targeted feedback on draft
policy recommendations ☐
November-
December 2020
In person event #2 - Held
outside the ’bowl’
Inform/consult Share final recommendations and
how public input informed the
product
☐
Quarterly Report to City Council Inform Share Commission progress and
community engagement to date ☐
Ongoing
activities
Monthly newsletter
updates, webpage updates,
public comment, promotion
Inform Keep the community informed ☐
Please note that Commission meetings occur monthly and are not captured in the above activities log.
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The consultant will be present at up to 5 events. The above schedule and associated activities are subject to change as
needed in order to meet the outreach objectives.
SCHEDULE & MAJOR MILESTONES
Establish
Commission
Fall
2019
Prioritize
Housing Policy
Subjects
Spring
2020
Draft Policy
Recommendations
Fall 2020 Final Policy
Recommendations
Winter
2020
Appendix F: Commission Schedule & TimeLine
We are
here
PLEASE NOTE
This is a living document intended to guide project staff through the public involvement process. The contents of this Community Engagement Plan are intended to
provide an overview of the community engagement process, not to reflect the full extent of each community engagement opportunity and/or activity.
Please check with the Project Manager to ensure that you have the latest version of the Community Engagement Plan.
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APPENDIX A: PROJECT AREA MAP & LOCATIONS
PROJECT AREA MAP
For the Commissioner appointment process, the city was divided into seven districts. The seven districts are based on
U.S. Census areas and have roughly equal populations among them.
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APPENDIX B: CONTEXT & PROJECT HISTORY
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ZONING
This map represents the official zoning map of the City of Edmonds, updated in 2017. (Note: Located in the southeast
corner of Edmonds is the unincorporated “island” of Esperance.)
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APPENDIX B: CONTEXT & PROJECT HISTORY
COMMISSION CONTEXT
The Citizens’ Housing Commission was established via City Council resolution No. 1427, adopted on April 16, 2019.
The commission is made up of 15 commissioners and 8 alternates from across Edmonds. Each Council member
appointed two commissioners and one alternate; the mayor appointed one commissioner and one alternate at-large.
Two City Council members will attend each commission meetings as non-voting liaisons.
District 1 – Appointed by Council member Kristiana Johnson
• James Ogonowski
• Karen Haase Herrick
• Alternate: Leif Warren
District 2 – Appointed by Council member Dave Teitzel
• Keith Soltner
• Weijia (Vicky) Wu,
• Alternate: Wendy Wyatt
District 3 – Appointed Council member Adrienne Fraley-Monillas
• George Keefe
• John Reed
• Alternate: Eva-Denise Miller
District 4 – Appointed by Council member Mike Nelson
• Nichole Franko
• Mike McMurray
• Alternate: Kenneth Sund
District 5 – Appointed by Council member Tom Mesaros
• Greg Long
• Tanya Kataria
• Alternate: Shirley Havenga
District 6 – Appointed by Council member Diane Buckshnis
• Jess Blanch
• Alena Nelson-Vietmeier
• Alternate: Rick Nishino
District 7 – Appointed by Council member Neil Tibbott
• Judi Gladstone
• Will Chen
• Alternate: Jean Salls
At-large – Appointed by Mayor Dave Earling
• Bob Throndsen
• Alternate: Tana Axtelle
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APPENDIX C: STAKEHOLDER LIST
STAKEHOLDER CHECKLIST
The below list is made of stakeholder groups that have connections to community members who may be interested in
the work of the Commission. It is not a comprehensive list of all interested parties, but a reference tool for reaching
community members and conducting targeted outreach.
Audiences to Consider Examples
Advocacy groups Edmonds Bicycle Advocacy Group, Alliance of Citizens for Edmonds, Save Our
Marsh – Sierra Club, ECC Queer Action Team, Edmonds Neighborhood Action
Coalition, Resident Action Project, Jean Kim Foundation
Arts organizations Cascade Symphony Orchestra, Edmonds Arts Festival, Edmonds Center for the
Arts, Edmonds Driftwood Players, Olympic Ballet, Artists Connect, Sno-King
Community Chorale, Art Walk Edmonds, Cascadia Art Museum, Phoenix
Theatre
Chambers of commerce and local
business organizations
Edmonds Downtown Business Improvement District, Edmonds Downtown
Alliance, Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, BNI Synergy Business Alliance
City boards & commissions Edmonds Arts Commission, Diversity Commission, Economic Development
Commission, Youth Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Disability
Board, Mayor’s Climate Protection Committee, Creative District Advisory
Committee, Architectural Design Board
College and continuing education Edmonds Community College, The Creative Retirement Institute
Community groups and
neighborhood organizations
Edmonds Senior Center, Edmonds Florentium Garden Club, Edmonds
Historical Society and Museum, Edmonds in Bloom, Edmonds Kiwanis, The
Rotary Club of Edmonds, Edmonds Friends of the Library, Edmonds Masonic
center, Edmonds Petanque Club, Sno-King Youth Club, Taste of Edmonds
Cultural groups and organizations Korean Community Service Center, Morning Star Korean Cultural Center, ECC
Center for Student Cultural Diversity & Inclusion, Familias Unidas: Latino
Resource Center, Edmonds sons of Norway
Edmonds School District Edmonds School Board, parent-teacher associations, Educational Service
Center, Right at School
Elementary
Beverly Elementary, Brier Elementary, Cedar Valley Community, Cedar Way
Elementary, Chase Lake Community, College Place Elementary, Edmonds
Elementary, Hazelwood Elementary, Hilltop Elementary, Lynndale
Elementary, Lynnwood Elementary, Martha Lake Elementary, Meadowdale
Elementary, Mountlake Terrace Elementary, Oak Heights Elementary,
Seaview Elementary, Sherwood Elementary, Spruce Elementary, Terrace Park
Elementary, Westgate Elementary
Pre-K, K-8, K-12
Alderwood Early Childhood Center, Madrona K-8 Multi-Age Program,
Maplewood Parent K-8 Cooperative, Edmonds Heights K-12
Middle
Alderwood Middle, Brier Terrace Middle, College Place Middle, Meadowdale
Middle
High
Edmonds eLearning Academy, Edmonds-Woodway High, Lynnwood High,
Meadowdale High, Mountlake Terrace High, Scriber Lake High
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Hospitals & medical centers Community Health Center of Snohomish, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Verdant
Health, Pacific Medical Center – Lynnwood
Major developers/property owners Compass Housing, Henbart LLC, Goodman Real Estate
Media outlets Seattle Times, Everett Herald, My Edmonds News, Edmonds Beacon,
Snohomish County Tribune, Senior Focus Newspaper
Other agencies Port of Edmonds, Community Transit
Populations that may need targeted
outreach
Business owners along HWY-99, commuters
Public facilities Edmonds Library, Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds City Parks
Religious organizations Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Congregation, North Sound Church, Rock of
Hope Baptist Church, Community Christian Fellowship, Edmonds United
Methodist Church, Holy Rosary Parish, Westgate Chapel, United Presbyterian
Church, Filipino-American Christian Church, Seattle Joy Church, Corpis Christi
Church, Edmonds Adventist, St. Michael Ethiopian Tewahda Church, Iglesia
Cristiana, Edmonds Lutheran Church, Zainab Center, Masjid Umar Al-Farooq –
Muslim Association of Northwest (MANW)
Social service organizations and
facilities
Edmonds Boys and Girls Club, Edmonds Food Bank, Annie’s Community
Kitchen, Washington Kids in Transition, Family Center of South Snohomish
County, American Legion
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APPENDIX D: DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
LANGUAGE NEEDS
Materials and information may be provided in non-english languages for the three most spoken languages in Edmonds:
Spanish, Chinese, and Korean. Materials in other languages can be made available upon request.
City Zip Code(s) Census Tract(s) Translation Needs Source
Edmonds 98020, 98026 502, 503, 504.01,
504.02, 505, 507,
508, 509
Spanish (3.3%),
Chinese (2.5%),
Korean (2.0%)
American Factfinder
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APPENDIX E: ACTIVITIES LOG & INCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENT
ACTIVITIES LOG
The table below details the outreach activities completed to date. Future planned activities can be found in the Planned
Major Outreach Activities table. Levels of engagement are determined using the International Association for Public
Participation Spectrum.
When What Level of
Engagement
Who Details
Month day, year Type of activity (e.g.
Briefing, mailer, etc.)
(Inform, Consult,
Involve,
Collaborate,)
Stakeholder
audience(s), if
applicable
Indicate the project phase with
which the activity was
associated or otherwise explain
why this outreach was done
INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
In addition to the outreach activities listed on the cover sheet, the project team will ensure that the project’s public
participation opportunities are inclusive of the affected stakeholders. Accordingly, outreach activities will include:
Events
• Providing translated materials at all project open houses.
• Sending direct invites to key stakeholder groups, translated if necessary.
• Advertising events with enough time for attendees to request accommodation services (at least 2 weeks).
• Ensuring that event venues are ADA-accessible.
Mailings
• Including translation resources on mailings.
Web
• Developing a text block for the project webpage explaining that project materials in other languages can be
provided upon request.
• Captioning all online videos.
• Using alt-text for all online images.
• Ensuring information is available both online and through non-digital avenues, such as mobile displays,
handouts, and posters.
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APPENDIX F: COMMISION SCHEDULE & TIMELINE
COMMISSION TIMELINE
The Commission meets on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30-8:30 PM. Meetings are held in the Bracket
Room on Floor 3 of Edmonds City Hall (121 5th Ave N, Edmonds, WA 98020). All Housing Commission meetings are open
to the public and will allow for public comment. Meetings will be live-streamed here. Meeting materials can be found on
the Citizens’ Housing Commission Webpage.
PROPOSED MEETING TOPICS
• September 2019 – Welcome & Overview of Commission
• October 2019 – Operating Principles & Introduction Planning Policies
• November 2019 – Demographics Data & Housing Affordability Terms and Metrics
• December 2019 – Public Engagement & Introduction to Housing Types
• January 2019 – City Characteristics and Metrics of Livability & Actions Taken by Cities & Agencies
• February 2020 – Mission and Goals & Subjects for Housing Policies
• March 2020 –Housing Policy Subjects & Community Input
• April 2020 – Approach to Policy Development & Identify First Set of Policies
• May 2020 – Refine First Set of Policies & Identify Second Set
• June 2020 – Refine Second Set of Policies & Identify Third Set
• July 2020 – Refine Third Set of Policies & Identify Fourth Set
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APPENDIX F: COMMISION SCHEDULE & TIMELINE
• August 2020 – Refine Fourth Set of Policies & Community Engagement
• September 2020 – Combine Policy Recommendations & Discuss Community Input
• October 2020 – Refine Recommendations & Community Engagement Next Steps
• November 2020 – Community Input to Date & Draft Report on Commission Process
• December 2020 – Finalize Housing Policy Recommendations
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Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Community Survey #1
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
General content and distribution options for a first draft community survey were discussed at the
Housing Commission’s November 14 meeting. Gretchen Muller, the meeting facilitator, indicated she
would bring a more refined draft survey back to the Commission for consideration at the next meeting.
Distribution methods would need to be decided too.
Staff Recommendation
· Approve the general content of the draft Survey # 1 (with any changes)
· Agree on distribution methods for Survey # 1
Narrative
A brief set of "survey best practices" was provided by Cascadia for general background. (See
attachment.)
Survey Content
Draft Survey # 1 (see attachment) has been prepared, based on input at the Commission’s November 14
meeting. Besides demographic information, it covers three areas:
1. Community values
2. Concerns
3. Preferences for community involvement
After the November 14 meeting, Commissioners submitted three sets of comments on the survey. (See
attachments 3-5.)
Besides minor clean-up, the current draft adds an option, "Community safety", to Question 3. It also
removes the prior question about specific housing types (with images) because: (a) the question seemed
premature, given that the Commission has not yet identified any specific approaches for housing policy
ideas; and (b) this subject may be better addressed through a more complete "visual preference" survey
or poll.
Survey Distribution
A draft Distribution Plan (attached) identifies an approach to Survey # 1. It assumes the survey will be
online but more will be done to encourage a wide range people to take the survey. Potential
distribution methods include:
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1. Online posting, using the City’s Survey Monkey account, with promotion through:
a. Notices/adverting in the Edmonds Beacon & My Edmonds News
b. Noticing on the City website
c. Announcement to the City’s housing email list (about 380 people)
d. Flyers distributed in prominent local places
e. Flyers distributed by Housing Commission members
f. Notification by Housing Commission members to their local contacts
g. Notice to stakeholder groups to alert their members
h. Other?
2. In-person outreach (especially to residents that may not be as likely to otherwise know about
the survey) by Housing Commission members through:
a. Visits to key places in Edmonds
b. Doorbelling
3. Postcard mailing to random sample of local addresses
NEXT STEPS
· Discuss content of Draft Survey # 1 at the December 12 meeting
· Concur or vote on any proposed changes
· Discuss distribution methods
· Concur or vote on distribution methods
Attachments:
ECHC_SurveyTips_v0
ECHC_Survey_v3
Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions
Survey Comments from Karen Haase Herrick
Survey Comments from George Keefe
ECHC_Draft Distribution Plan
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Survey Tips & Best Practices
Question format
Mixing question formats helps keep respondents engaged. This can be done by breaking the survey into
pages and changing between multiple choice, table, open-ended, and image questions. Open ended
questions can be difficult to analyze and provide inconsistent data, therefore, we recommend limiting
the number of open-ended questions.
Interval Questions
Interval questions using Likert scales (1-5 or 1-7) provide more nuanced results than yes/no questions.
Here is one resource for creating Likert scales: https://www.surveylegend.com/likert-type-scale-
responses-examples-with-examples/
Answer Order
The visual middle in a range of options will be read as the statistical middle and can influence responses.
In a selection with an odd number of responses, aim to have the most neutral option in the visual
middle.
In self-administered surveys, respondents tend to prefer the first few options in a list. When listing many
options in a table for ranking, it is best to randomize the option order so that it is different for each
respondent.
Direct language
The best results come from using simple, direct language. For example, instead of asking “Do you
exercise regularly?” you could ask “How many days per week, on average, do you exercise?” This gives
you a more precise, objective answer.
Surveys work best when people clearly understand what they’re being asked. It is important to define
ant technical terms in common language. Here is one tool for simplifying questions:
https://rewordify.com/
Survey format
It is best practice to put the most personal and/or contentious questions later in the survey (such as
demographics). If respondents receive a difficult question early on, they are likely to quit the survey. The
process of taking the survey and the format of earlier questions can be a tool for building trust with the
respondent.
Survey fatigue
Too many questions can result in survey fatigue and a drop off in responses. Ideally self-administered
survey’s do not surpass 20 questions, excluding optional demographic questions.
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Online Survey #1
DRAFT – 12/6/2019
1
Welcome to the first community survey on housing issues for Edmonds!
This survey is the first of many opportunities for you to share your priorities and concerns about housing
in Edmonds. It takes about 10-15 minutes to complete. Over the next year, additional surveys will be
conducted to get specific community input on potential ideas, actions, and/or policies for housing in
Edmonds. Survey results will be shared with the Commission and the public.
The Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission (Commission) is made up entirely of citizens from across the
City of Edmonds. The Commission will meet monthly to develop policy recommendations for City
Council consideration by December 2020.
The Commission’s mission is to, “Develop, for Council consideration, diverse housing policy options
designed to expand the range of housing (including rental and owned) available in Edmonds —
irrespective of age, gender, race religious affiliation, physical disability, or sexual orientation,” consistent
with City Council Resolution 1427.
1. Do you live in the City of Edmonds?
o Yes
o No
• If no, what city do you live in:______
1.1. [If ‘yes’ is answer to Q1] How long have you lived in Edmonds?
o Less than 2 years
o 2-5 years
o 5-10 years
o 10-20 years
o More than 20 years
o Prefer not to say
2. Do you rent or own your home?
o Rent
o Own
o Prefer not to say
o Other [Please specify: _____]
3. What do you like most about living in Edmonds? Select your top 5.
3.1. [If ‘no’ is answer to Q1] What interests you most about living in Edmonds? Select your top 5.
o City Services (e.g. libraries, police, community centers, etc.)
o Neighborhood/Neighbors
o School District
o Access to Seattle and other cities
o Walkability
o Convenient Driving
o Convenient Transit
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o Bicycling Options
o City Architecture/character
o Downtown Edmonds
o View Corridors
o Beach Access
o Safe Community
o Parks & Green spaces
o Art & Culture
o Other [Please specify: ___ ]
4. How important is it to you that people currently living in Edmonds can stay in Edmonds as they age?
o Extremely important
o Very important
o Moderately important
o Slightly important
o Not at all important
5. How important is it to you that people who work in Edmonds can also live here?
o Extremely important
o Very important
o Moderately important
o Slightly important
o Not at all important
6. How important is it to you that people who grew up in Edmonds can afford their own home here?
o Extremely important
o Very important
o Moderately important
o Slightly important
o Not at all important
7. How important is it to you that people who currently rent in Edmonds have pathways to home
ownership here?
o Extremely important
o Very important
o Moderately important
o Slightly important
o Not at all important
8. How important is it to you that rental options are available for people who want to, or currently do,
live in Edmonds?
o Extremely important
o Very important
o Moderately important
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o Slightly important
o Not at all important
9. How important is it to you that Edmonds is a community that attracts…
Not very
important
Slightly
Important
Moderately
Important
Very
important
Extremely
important
People 30 and
under
o o o o o
Families with
school aged
children
o o o o o
A mix of
incomes
o o o o o
Veterans o o o o o
Seniors and
retirees
o o o o o
10. Approximately, how much of your monthly income do you currently spend on housing (including
utilities and insurance)?
o Less than 20%
o 20 – 30%
o 30 – 40%
o 40 – 50%
o More than 50%
o Prefer not to say
11. Over the past 5 years, what has been the biggest rising housing cost for you and/or your family?
o Rent (not including utilities)
o Homeowner or renter’s insurance
o Utilities
o Property taxes
o Home Owners Association (HOA) fees
o I’m not sure
o Other [Please specify: ____]
12. In Edmonds, how difficult do you currently think it is...
Very easy Easy Neither easy
nor difficult
Difficult Very difficult
To find suitable
rental housing
o o o o o
To find suitable
housing to buy
o o o o o
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To find suitable
housing for a family
of four or more
o o o o o
To find suitable
housing for seniors
o o o o o
For young adults
who are just
entering the labor
market to find
suitable housing
o o o o o
To find housing that
is ADA accessible
o o o o o
13. Regarding housing in Edmonds, how concerned are you about the following factors:
Not at all
concerned
Slightly
concerned
Neutral Moderately
concerned
Extremely
concerned
Property and/or
real estate taxes
o o o o o
Off-street parking o o o o o
Architectural
character
o o o o o
High increase in
density
o o o o o
Small increase in
density
o o o o o
Traffic o o o o o
Environmental
Impacts
o o o o o
Utility costs o o o o o
Property values o o o o o
Public Views o o o o o
Access to parks
and green spaces
o o o o o
14. Is there any other feedback or input you would like the Commission to consider?
Public participation is an integral part of the Commission’s process. The city will continue to engage
community members at key project milestones to better understand your priorities and preferences and
share what we are hearing from the community with the Commission.
15. When works best for you to attend in-person events, like open houses?
Morning (8
AM – 11 AM)
Midday (11 AM
– 2 PM)
Afternoon (2
PM – 5 PM)
Evening (5PM
– 8 PM)
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Packet Pg. 41 Attachment: ECHC_Survey_v3 (Community Survey #1)
5
Weekdays
(Monday - Friday)
o o o o
Weekends
(Saturday -
Sunday)
o o o o
16. Where do you get information about community events and news? Please select all that apply.
o Print newspaper
o Online news Source
o T.V. news source
o Radio news source
o City of Edmonds Website
o Twitter
o Facebook
o Nextdoor
o A Community Group I’m involved in
Please specify:_______
o By word of mouth
o Posters around town/at businesses
o Other: _________
17. How did you hear about this survey?
o Print Newspaper
o Online news Source
o T.V. news source
o Radio news source
o City of Edmonds Website
o Twitter
o Facebook
o Nextdoor
o A Community Group I’m involved in
Please specify:_______
o By word of mouth
o Posters around town/at businesses
o Other: _________
18. Do you currently subscribe to the project email list to receive regular updates about the
Commission?
o Yes
o No
If you would like to sign up, please notify shane.hope@edmondswa.gov
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Packet Pg. 42 Attachment: ECHC_Survey_v3 (Community Survey #1)
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These are optional demographics questions. Please click ‘Next’ at the bottom of the page if you would
like to skip this section.
20. What is your home zip code?
21. What gender do you most identify with?
o Male
o Female
o Nonbinary/neither
o I’d rather not say
o Other: ____
22. What’s your age?
o Less than 18 years old
o 18 – 24 years old
o 25 – 34 years old
o 35 – 44 years old
o 45 – 54 years old
o 55 – 64 years old
o 65 years of age or older
o I’d rather not say
23. What race/ethnicity best describes you? (select all that apply)
o American Indian or Alaskan Native
o Asian or Pacific Islander
o Black or African American
o Latino or Hispanic
o White or Caucasian
o I’d rather not say
o Other: ____
24: Do you have a disability?
o Yes
o No
o I’d rather not say
25: What is your annual household income?
o $20,000 or less
o $20,000 - $35,000
o $35,001 - $50,000
o $50,001 - $75,000
o $75,001 - $100,000
o $100,001 - $150,000
o $150,001 - $200,000
o More than $200,000
o I’d rather not say
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Packet Pg. 43 Attachment: ECHC_Survey_v3 (Community Survey #1)
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[Submit]
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
To learn more about the Citizens’ Housing Commission please visit our webpage. There you can find the
monthly meeting schedule, Commission contact information, and recordings of past meetings.
We look forward to working with you throughout the Commission process.
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Packet Pg. 44 Attachment: ECHC_Survey_v3 (Community Survey #1)
Community Housing
Survey Suggestions
Jim Ogonowski
Citizens’ Housing Commissioner –Zone 1
November 29, 2019
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Packet Pg. 45 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Community Survey Strategy
•Survey should determine the community’s:
–Values
–Desires
–Concerns
•Survey should reach a broad spectrum of Edmonds’
housing stakeholders:
–Edmonds’ residents
–Edmonds’ property taxpayers
•Survey should be conducted to minimize bias while
understanding the quality of the results
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Packet Pg. 46 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Comments on Draft Survey
•How will we interpret the results?
–Survey should have a purpose
–Trial run the survey with a small sample size
•What’s a statistically significant sample size to be able to call survey results as
representative?
•Add “Safe community” to Question #3
•Need to determine citizens “concerns” such as:
–Safety, traffic, parking, crime, neighborhood beautification, property values, code
enforcement, low barrier housing
•Need to determine what the community is willing to pay for different housing
strategies
•Eliminate “I’d rather not say” as a response
–Those who don’t want to answer will leave it blank
•Mixed feelings on collecting more demographic information
–What if the data collected in the survey conflicts with all the other info we have?
What would we believe?
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Packet Pg. 47 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Housing Continuum
Emergency
Shelters
Transitional
Housing
Supportive
Housing
Subsidized
Housing
Market
Rental
Housing
Market
Homeowner
Housing
Adopted from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Large
Apartments
Small Multi-
Family
Building
Duplex Townhouse Condo
Single
Family
Home
Accessory
Dwelling
Unit
Housing Type
Housing Function
The community is
making a distinction.
We should too.
•View housing as an asset, not a cost
•Housing sectors
–What is the quality of the housing?
–Does it fit in well with the community and existing amenities?
–Does it include features that will enhance the community and its
amenities?
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Packet Pg. 48 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Suggested Survey Questions
Community Values, Desires
•Do you believe that Edmonds has an affordable housing problem?
•Do you believe that those who work in Edmonds should be able to live in Edmonds?
•Should Edmonds grow its population?
•Should Edmonds grow its business base and revenue?
•Within Edmonds, would you favor:
–Higher density apartments or condos along major thoroughfares?
–Tiny rental homes (accessary dwelling units) in your own, or your neighbors’ back yard?
–Property tax breaks for low income elderly to allow them to stay in their homes?
–Higher density housing units built on previously single-family lots in single family home
neighborhoods?
•With parking
•Without parking
–Multi-story, narrow townhomes with private entrances on single family lots in single-
family home neighborhoods?
–Financial incentives that would encourage homeowners to rent out portions of their
homes?
•Yearly leases
•Short term rentals such as AirBNB
–More subsidized housing for low income renters?
•Funded through local property taxes
•Funded through state or federal agencies
–Local property tax increase to support a range of affordable housing objectives?
•How long have you lived in Edmonds?
•Do you rent or own within Edmonds?
Yes No
I don’t 0-5 6-10 11-15 16-20 21-25 26-30 31+
N/A Rent Own
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
Yes NoYes No
Yes No
Yes NoYes No
Yes NoYes No
Yes No
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Packet Pg. 49 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Suggested Survey Questions
Community Concerns
•Need a set of questions to determine what
concerns the community has over various
housing options
–Not recognizing and addressing what the
community is concerned about will jeopardize
our recommendations as it did with the
previous study
•Concerns expressed at previous housing meetings
include: safety, traffic, parking, crime,
neighborhood beautification, property values, code
enforcement, low barrier housing
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Packet Pg. 50 Attachment: Jim Ogonowski_ Survey Suggestions (Community Survey #1)
Survey Comments from Karen Haase Herrick, Housing Commissioner (12/7/19):
Question 10
1. in line starting with "For young adults..." - I think it should read "entering the labor market..."
2. in line starting with "To find suitable housing that is ADA accessible": to me and to my concerns
about those in wheelchairs, this phrasing does not get to the fact that we build apartment complexes
with no elevators; we build 2- and 3-story homes without the means to include an elevator; we approve
building plans for homes with driveways that would never accommodate wheelchairs, and we give no
concern in buildings about level-entry and approve all sorts of buildings with one or more steps to the
entry because it approves the aesthetics.
My other comment about the questionnaire is the length. I think for many people, this length
questionnaire would require 30 - 45 minutes to complete, which is way too long. I learned in doing my
thesis and subsequent questionnaires that I always had to add 15 minutes to the time it took me to run
through a draft. Just my experience, Shane. Our consultants may think otherwise.
I am sorry to have to miss this critical meeting but I know you understand.
Karen Haase Herrick
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Packet Pg. 51 Attachment: Survey Comments from Karen Haase Herrick (Community Survey #1)
Survey Comments from George Keefe, Housing Commissioner (12/7/19)
I offer a question to include.
How important to you is it that the Commission develop and the Council enact policies to develop
diverse housing options to expand the range of housing in Edmonds?
__Extremely important
__Very important
__Moderately important
__Slightly important
__Not at all important
George Keefe
Commissioner
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Packet Pg. 52 Attachment: Survey Comments from George Keefe (Community Survey #1)
Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission Project
Distribution Plan for Online Survey # 1
Posters – Promote the survey and upcoming open house via posters hung in high-traffic and targeted
areas. Use QR codes and shortened link to direct viewers to the online survey. Distribute January 2-3,
2020.
Recommended Locations:
• Downtown businesses
• HWY 99 businesses
• Frances Anderson Center
• Edmonds Library
• Edmonds Historical Museum
• Edmonds Center for the Arts
• Cascadia Art Museum
• Olympic Ballet Theatre
• Edmonds Community College
• Korean Community Service Center
• Morning Star Korean Cultural Center
• Edmonds Boys and Girls Club
• Edmonds City Parks
• Edmonds Food Bank
• Familias Unidas: Latino Resource Center
• Community Health Center of Snohomish
• Swedish Edmonds Campus
• Edmonds Senior Center
• City Hall
Stakeholder Emails – Ask stakeholders to distribute information about the survey to their networks via
email, newsletter, social media, and/or any other available networks. Send initial emails on January 2,
2020.
• Advocacy Groups
• Arts Organizations
• Business Organizations
• Community/neighborhood groups
• Cultural groups
• Religious organizations
• Social service organizations
Social Media – Schedule posts introducing the Commission and linking to the survey. First post on
January 2, 2020 and once weekly through survey closure.
• City of Edmonds Facebook page
DRAFT
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Packet Pg. 53 Attachment: ECHC_Draft Distribution Plan (Community Survey #1)
Edmonds School District – Include information about the survey in the eFlier online distribution list.
Distribute in January newsletter.
• https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/community/community_e_fliers
Paid Advertisements – Gain targeted survey exposure to Edmonds residents via online and in print
advertisements.
• MyEdmonds News website: https://myedmondsnews.com/advertise-2/
• Edmonds Beacon newspaper: https://www.edmondsbeacon.com/advertise
• Facebook promoted posts
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Packet Pg. 54 Attachment: ECHC_Draft Distribution Plan (Community Survey #1)
Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Relationoship of Zoning and Housi
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
Zoning in the United States became a common practice in the United States, starting in the 1930s with
passage of federal law. In many states and jurisdictions, the actual practice began later. Before zoning
regulations became prevalent, individual properties were not generally restricted by local governments
from having only certain kinds of buildings and land development in designated zones.
Staff Recommendation
N/A
Narrative
Prior to modern zoning regulations, the following were common:
ð Large areas of land were not limited to only detached single-family houses; they could include
other kinds of residences such as townhomes, small apartment buildings, live/work buildings,
duplexes, triplexes, and accessory dwellings. Sometimes, they also included mixed uses and
commercial development.
ð Housing could be built without governmental restrictions on minimum lot size, parking spaces,
or house size.
Note: The above trends had both positive and negative impacts.
What other trends (besides zoning) affected housing in cities across the nation?
ð Because of market demand, most housing was still built with connections to a sidewalk or trail
system and to connected roads.
ð “Redlining”, as well as other discriminatory practices (including "homeowner covenants")
limited where people of color or of different religions could live.
ð After World War II, federal programs provided more funding incentives and infrastructure for
large-lot suburban development and less for city revitalization efforts.
ð Trolleys, trains, and buses were common for people of middle incomes to use until the mid-
1900s.
ð Single-occupancy vehicles--and the roads for them--became dominant modes of travel in many
locations, especially after the mid-1900s.
What kinds of zoning regulations are common for housing in Edmonds and many other cities?
ð Restrictions on the number of people not in a family that can live in the same household.
ð Prohibition on most housing types, except detached single-family houses, from being built on
single-family lots. (In Edmonds, about 75% of the land area is zoned for single-family houses.)
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ð Option for an accessory dwelling unit to be attached to a single-family house under certain
conditions.
ð Dimensional requirements for housing that set minimum lot sizes, minimum setbacks, maximum
heights maximum building footprint, etc.
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Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Housing Cost Factors
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
Many factors affect the cost to construct new housing. There are hard costs which include expenses
related to the physical construction. These include land acquisition, labor, and materials. Then there are
soft costs which are not directly related to the physical aspects of development such as architecture and
engineering fees, permits, taxes, impact fees, and insurance.
Staff Recommendation
N/A
Narrative
We are reviewing here two major cost factor categories for housing development: (1) City development
fees and (2) other developer costs.
City Fees for Housing Development
While most housing costs are outside of the City’s control, City codes and fees do affect some costs of
housing production. For example, land use regulations control what types of development can occur on
private property. However, this memo is focused on typical fees that cities, such as Edmonds, charge
related to housing development. Specific information about four types of such fees (impact fees,
general facilities charges, and construction permit fees) is provided in a summary paper (attached).
Developer Costs for Housing (excluding City fees)
Other housing cost factors (excluding City development fees) include these and perhaps others:
· Land and related acquisition costs
· Surveys
· Any special studies (such as geotechnical)
· Site design
· Architectural design
· Site development (such as grading, driveways, connection to public utilities and power)
· Materials
· Management and labor
· Insurance
· Financing
Attachments:
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HousingDevFees.Sumry
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Overview of Fees for Housing Development in Edmonds
This summary provides a high-level overview of fees that the City of Edmonds charges related to housing
development. The discussion below addresses:
• Impact fees
• General facilities charges (sewer, water, stormwater)
• Subdivision approvals
• Construction permitting
IMPACT FEES
The City collects impact fees when the expansion of existing structures or uses or change of existing uses
create additional demand on public facilities. Edmonds collects both park and transportation impact
fees.
Under state law, impact fees are one-time charges assessed by a local government against a new
development project to help pay for new or expanded public facilities that will directly address the
increased demand for services created by that development. State laws and rules authorize local
governments to impose fees but only for:
• Public streets and roads
• Publicly-owned parks, open space, and recreation facilities
• School facilities
• Fire protection facilities.
The fees can only be imposed for “system improvements’—public capital facilities identified in a local
government’s capital facilities plan and designed to provide service to the community at large and
reasonably related to the new development. Impact fees cannot exceed a proportionate share of the
costs of the system improvements. They also cannot be used to correct existing deficiencies.
Once collected, these fees are earmarked specifically and deposited into special interest-bearing
accounts and are to be used for improvements that benefit new development. This includes, but is not
limited to, planning, engineering, surveying, land or right-of-way acquisition, site improvements,
construction, and administrative expenses. Impact fees cannot be used to make up for deficiencies in
public facilities or for maintenance and operations expenses but can be used to recoup costs previously
incurred by the city including debt service on bonds for qualifying improvements.
This section focuses only on the impact fees related to housing. These impact fees are a flat rate per unit
constructed which differ from how fees collected for commercial development. Fees are as follows:
Park Impact Fees (2019):
Single-family…………………………………………………….. $2,734.05 per dwelling unit
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Multi-family……………………………………………………… $2,340.16 per dwelling unit
Residential Administrative Fee…………………………. $50.00
Transportation Impact Fees (2019):
Single-family…………………………………………………….. $6,249.14 per dwelling unit
Apartment………………………………………………………… $4,092.36 per dwelling unit
Condominium…………………………………………………… $3,318.13 per dwelling unit
Mobile home …………………………………………………… $3,539.33 per dwelling unit
Senior Housing…………………………………………………..$1,271.95 per dwelling unit
Administrative Fee…………………………………………… $50.00
NOTE: The reason that impact fees have different rates for different types of units is because, for
example, transportation engineering studies show that the transportation impacts are different by type
of unit. For example, these studies have found that single-family households, on average, have the most
vehicle trips per housing unit, compared to apartments, condominiums, and senior assisted living
facilities.
Recently, the City adopted impact fee exemptions for qualifying low-income housing development as
follows:
• Park impact fees may be exempted altogether, and
• Transportation impact fees may be reduced by 80 percent.
In order to qualify, low-income housing developers must record a covenant that prohibits using the
qualifying units for any other purpose other than low-income housing. Owners are required to submit
annual reports to ensure compliance.
Any impact fees collected shall be expended or encumbered within 10 years of receipt. If the city does
not use the funds within 10 years, the owner of a property may be entitled to a refund of fees paid by
submitting a written request within one year of the right to claim.
GENERAL FACILITIES CHARGES (GFCs)
General facilities charges are also known as “connection charges.” These are paid by each new customer
connecting the city’s water and sewer system. For residential development, customers pay a rate based
on the housing type and total square footage of impervious surface. The rate is based on an equivalent
residential unit (ERU).
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Packet Pg. 60 Attachment: HousingDevFees.Sumry (Housing Cost Factors)
Sewer utility GFC (2019)…………………………………. $4,417.00 per ERU
Single-family = 1.0 ERU
Multi-family = 0.67 ERU
Stormwater Management GFC (2019)……………. $799.00 per ESU
Single-family = 1.0 ESU up to 5,000 sf impervious surface
Multi-family = 1.0 ESU per 3,000 sf new and/or replaced impervious surface
Water System GFC (2019)………………………………. Based on meter size
Water meter size
¾” meter = $5,050
1” meter = $12,624
1.5” meter = $25,248
SUBDIVISION FEES
The subdivision process can be broken down into three phases: preliminary approval, civil construction
review, and final approval. During preliminary review, subdivision applications are reviewed to ensure
the proposal is compliant with the zoning ordinance and associated development standards. Once
criteria are met, the Planning Division issues a preliminary approval and the project moves to review of
the civil improvements, such as installation of lot access and utilities. Final approval is a review of the
recording documents for accuracy.
Subdivision Fees (2019):
Short subdivision (4 or fewer lots)
Preliminary…………………………………………………….. $2,930
Civil………………………………………………………………… $2,785 + Inspection fees
Final………….…………………………………………………… $1,440
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Formal subdivision (5 or more lots)
Preliminary…………………………………………………….. $5,920 + Hearing Examiner Cost
Civil………………………………………………………………… $4,265 + Inspection fees
Final………….…………………………………………………… $3,720
CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FEES
Construction permit fees are based on type of use, residential or commercial, and total project
valuation. Only the fees most commonly applied to construction of new housing units are listed here.
Total Valuation
Total Valuation Residential
$100,001 to $500,000 $100 base fee + $1,000 for first $100,001 + $6 per each additional
$1,000, or fraction thereof
$500,001 to $1,000,000 $100 base fee + $3,400 for first $500,001 + $5 per each additional
$1,000, or fraction thereof
$1,000,001 and up $100 base fee + $5,900 for first $1,000,001 + $4 per each additional
$1,000, or fraction thereof
RECENT EXAMPLES
Below are some recent examples of new developments and the fees that were charged.
SFR 1 SFR 2 3-UNIT
COMPLEX
4-UNIT
COMPLEX
10-UNIT
COMPLEX
EST. VALUE $403,000 $568,000 $787,000 $825,000 $814,000
BLDG. PERMIT FEES $7,429.50 $7,800.73 $10,205.38 $14,624.97 $29,893.82
PARK IMPACT $2,734.05 $2,734.05 $7,020.48 $9,360.64 $23,401.60
TRANSP. IMPACT $6,249.14 $6,249.14 $9,954.39 $13,272.52 $33,181.30
FIRE SPRINKLER $335.00 $345.00 $902.28 $1,100.00 $1,900.00
RIGHT-OF-WAY NA NA $835.00 $985.56 $3,616.00
SEWER CONNECTION $4,752.00 $4,952.00 $9,313.17 $12,272.56 $29,593.90
WATER METER $8,020.00 $8,020.00 $8,020.00 $27,030.00 $46,787.00
ESLHA REVIEW NA $7,482.91 NA NA NA
TOTAL FEES $29,519.69 $37,584.33 $46,250.70 $78,646.25 $168,373.62
COST PER UNIT $29,519.69 $37,584.33 $15,416.90 $19,661.56 $16,837.36
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Packet Pg. 62 Attachment: HousingDevFees.Sumry (Housing Cost Factors)
Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Special Housing Needs
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
Housing needs vary by demographic types. A common thread throughout is the lack of affordable
housing options for all types and needs. All statistics in this memo are based on official 2017 estimates
from the US Census Bureau.
Staff Recommendation
N/A
Narrative
The senior demographic of Edmonds consists of 8900 people aged 65 years and older. With some of this
demographic group, accessible housing is important. Accessible housing refers to housing that has been
constructed or modified to enable independent living for people with disabilities. It typically includes the
following features: single-floor living, doorways and hallways wide enough to accommodate a
wheelchair, zero-step entrances, lever-style door and faucet handles, and electrical controls that can be
reached by a wheelchair. Cohousing and other group living settings can provide alternative housing
options--though such options are not necessarily limited to seniors. Cohousing refers to intentional
residential communities with planned common spaces for social activities, as well as private residences.
Group living provides social activities, housing, and support services, and can be designed to meet the
needs of those who need help with the “activities of daily living”. Group living includes independent
arrangements and licensed group homes, as well as traditional assisted living and skilled nursing
facilities. In addition, some seniors would prefer to live in a condominium, rather than their current
single-family house, but condo availability can be challenging.
Single-parent households may need housing with multiple bedrooms to accommodate both parent and
child(ren). Again, the biggest challenges are affordability and availability.
Recent college graduates primarily need affordability as they are entering the workforce and are
receiving entry-level pay. Small apartments and shared housing can be good options. Individual
backgrounds and family situations influence the type of housing that is suitable.
Edmonds has about 3400 military veterans living here. The housing needs of veterans differ than those
of other demographic types because of the 26.8% disability rate among veterans in Edmonds. Service-
enriched housing may help provide a safe physical built environment, affordable rent levels, and
supportive services and programs or a service coordinator.
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Overall, 4.4% of Edmonds residents have described themselves as having a disability. Both accessible
and supportive housing options can assist those with disabilities. Note: supportive housing is a
combination of housing and services intended as a cost-effective way to help people live a more stable
life.
Single residents comprise 42% of Edmonds residents. This group’s housing needs include one bedroom
options, either single- or multi-family units.
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Citizens Housing Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 12/12/2019
Ground Rules and Decision-Making Protocols
Staff Lead: Shane Hope
Department: Citizens Housing Commission
Prepared By: Debbie Rothfus
Background/History
A draft set of ground rules and decision-making protocols was discussed at the Housing Commission’s
November 14, 2019 meeting. A Commissioner recommended that a sentence be added to convey that
Commission members are serving the whole community, not just the area in which they live.
Staff Recommendation
Approve the revised ground rules and decision-making protocols.
Narrative
Based on a Commissioner suggestion at the November 14 meeting, the document was revised (see
attachment) to add a new sentence at the end of paragraph one, page two (re: Decision-Making
Protocols). The new sentence is:
Please note that Commissioners are serving the City of Edmonds as a whole and not the
individual zone in which they live.
In addition, we have removed a part of the last sentence about voting in the Decision-making Protocol,
which originally said that the facilitator or designee will record who dissents on each vote and their
reasons or concerns. The reason for removing this is that the video-recording of each meeting will
accurately capture the reasons a Commissioner dissents on any vote. It seems better to let the video
convey the information rather than having the facilitator or designee try to adequately explain each
dissenter’s reasoning. The revised sentence (last sentence in the document) now reads:
The facilitator or designee will record the results of all votes.
Next Steps
ð This will be a brief item on the December 12 agenda.
ð The Commission may approve the ground rules and decision-making protocols by a simple head
nod process.
Attachments:
DRAFT Ground Rules _11-08-2019_revised_12_09_19
DRAFT Ground Rules _11-08-2019_revised_12_09_19
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Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Advisory Committee | GROUND RULES AND DECISION-MAKING PROTOCOL 12-09-
2019 | 1
DRAFT Ground Rules
• Be patient, direct, and honest in respectful consideration of each other’s views.
• Take responsibility for our own issues and problems.
• Be sensitive to different communication styles and needs.
• Come prepared to use meeting time productively.
• Be present and engaged throughout the meeting.
• Provide sufficient notice if unable to make a scheduled meeting.
• Strive to reach common ground.
• It is okay to agree to disagree.
• Allow one person to speak at a time.
• Speak clearly to ensure everyone at the table can hear.
• Alternates take a seat at the Commission table when they are substituting for the Commissioner of
his/her zone or district. Only people seated at the table may speak during the time reserved for
Commissioner discussions. Alternates will be brought at key times throughout the process as listed
below.
o Time near the beginning of standing meetings (before the substantive subjects get started) for
each alternate to have one minute to offer any comments they want (This will not be a dialogue;
just a short, simple statement by any alternates who wish).
o Alternates can make written comments on a card or paper during the meeting, which will be
copied and shared with all Commission members after the meeting (These would also be public
records).
o Separate conversations and written exchanges among alternates and/or Commissioners—so
long as no more than seven members (i.e., less than a quorum) are part of the conversation.
(Any written exchanges are part of the public record).
o Participation by alternates in any future Commission committees that work on specific issues
(which may occur in 2020).
• Use table tents to indicate that you have something to say. The facilitator will call on people in the order
that their table tents go up.
• Have fun!
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DRAFT Decision-making Protocol
This planning process, by design, brings a diversity of perspectives to the table. It is therefore important the
Commission identifies a clear process for how it will make decisions. The Commission should aim for consensus;
however, the Commission will make decisions by simple majority. Please note that Commissioners are serving
the City of Edmonds as a whole and not the individual zone in which they live.
Quorums and Voting
A quorum is established when more than one half of the Commissioners are present. (Note: An alternate
member counts as a Commissioner when she/he is performing the Commissioner role.) A quorum must be
present for voting to occur. Voting will be reserved for decisions related to recommendations.
When voting occurs, the facilitator will call for the vote. Commission members will signal their vote by a simple
group voice vote of “yes, “no”, or “abstain” when each is asked by the facilitator, provided that on votes that
appear close—or any time the facilitator or a Commissioner requests it, each Commissioner’s individual vote
may be taken by roll call.
The facilitator or designee will record all votes.
For all routine decisions such as process-related decisions and approval of meeting summaries, Commissioners
will be asked to approve or disagree with a simple head nod versus a formal vote.
Consensus
Consensus is a group process where the input of everyone is carefully considered and an outcome is crafted that
best meets the needs of the group as a whole. The root of consensus is the word consent, which means to give
permission to. When members consent to a decision, they are giving permission to the group to go ahead with
the decision. Ideally, consensus represents whole-hearted agreement and support by all Commission members;
however, it can be achieved with less than this level of support. Some members may disagree with all or part of
a decision, but based on listening to everyone else’s input, might agree to let the decision go forward because it
is the best decision the entire group can achieve at the current time. For purposes of this effort, consensus is
defined as an outcome that all Commission members can “live with” and agree not to oppose, even if it is not
their preferred choice. The Commission will consider consensus achieved if, for simple procedural issues, the
facilitator or designee observes that all Commission members present nod their head for approval and none
objects or, for substantive issues (such as policy recommendations), all Commissioners present choose to
abstain or not vote, or they vote to approve. Although this process strives to achieve consensus as outlined
above, decisions related to Commission recommendations will be achieved by simple majority as outlined
below.
Approval by Simple Majority
Votes that do not require consensus can be approved if more than half of Commissioners present (i.e., at least 8
Commissioners) either abstain or vote yes.
The facilitator or designee will record all votes and, where there are dissenting votes, will record who dissents
and the reasons for the dissent or remaining concerns.
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• Be patient, direct, and honest in respectful consideration of each other’s views.
• Take responsibility for our own issues and problems.
• Be sensitive to different communication styles and needs.
• Come prepared to use meeting time productively.
• Be present and engaged throughout the meeting.
• Provide sufficient notice if unable to make a scheduled meeting.
• Strive to reach common ground.
• It is okay to agree to disagree.
• Allow one person to speak at a time.
• Speak clearly to ensure everyone at the table can hear.
• Alternates take a seat at the Commission table when they are substituting for the Commissioner of
his/her zone or district. Only people seated at the table may speak during the time reserved for
Commissioner discussions. Alternates will be brought at key times throughout the process as listed
below.
o Time near the beginning of standing meetings (before the substantive subjects get started) for
each alternate to have one minute to offer any comments they want (This will not be a dialogue;
just a short, simple statement by any alternates who wish).
o Alternates can make written comments on a card or paper during the meeting, which will be
copied and shared with all Commission members after the meeting (These would also be public
records).
o Separate conversations and written exchanges among alternates and/or Commissioners—so
long as no more than seven members (i.e., less than a quorum) are part of the conversation.
(Any written exchanges are part of the public record).
o Participation by alternates in any future Commission committees that work on specific issues
(which may occur in 2020).
• Use table tents to indicate that you have something to say. The facilitator will call on people in the order
that their table tents go up.
• Have fun!
7.A.1.b
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DRAFT Decision-making Protocol
This planning process, by design, brings a diversity of perspectives to the table. It is therefore important the
Commission identifies a clear process for how it will make decisions. The Commission should aim for consensus;
however, the Commission will make decisions by simple majority. Please note that Commissioners are serving
the City of Edmonds as a whole and not the individual zone in which they live.
Quorums and Voting
A quorum is established when more than one half of the Commissioners are present. (Note: An alternate
member counts as a Commissioner when she/he is performing the Commissioner role.) A quorum must be
present for voting to occur. Voting will be reserved for decisions related to recommendations.
When voting occurs, the facilitator will call for the vote. Commission members will signal their vote by a simple
group voice vote of “yes, “no”, or “abstain” when each is asked by the facilitator, provided that on votes that
appear close—or any time the facilitator or a Commissioner requests it, each Commissioner’s individual vote
may be taken by roll call.
The facilitator or designee will record all votes.
For all routine decisions such as process-related decisions and approval of meeting summaries, Commissioners
will be asked to approve or disagree with a simple head nod versus a formal vote.
Consensus
Consensus is a group process where the input of everyone is carefully considered and an outcome is crafted that
best meets the needs of the group as a whole. The root of consensus is the word consent, which means to give
permission to. When members consent to a decision, they are giving permission to the group to go ahead with
the decision. Ideally, consensus represents whole-hearted agreement and support by all Commission members;
however, it can be achieved with less than this level of support. Some members may disagree with all or part of
a decision, but based on listening to everyone else’s input, might agree to let the decision go forward because it
is the best decision the entire group can achieve at the current time. For purposes of this effort, consensus is
defined as an outcome that all Commission members can “live with” and agree not to oppose, even if it is not
their preferred choice. The Commission will consider consensus achieved if, for simple procedural issues, the
facilitator or designee observes that all Commission members present nod their head for approval and none
objects or, for substantive issues (such as policy recommendations), all Commissioners present choose to
abstain or not vote, or they vote to approve. Although this process strives to achieve consensus as outlined
above, decisions related to Commission recommendations will be achieved by simple majority as outlined
below.
Approval by Simple Majority
Votes that do not require consensus can be approved if more than half of Commissioners present (i.e., at least 8
Commissioners) either abstain or vote yes.
The facilitator or designee will record the results of all votes.
7.A.1.b
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