CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, February 8, 2016 Conference Room 303 - Shoreline City Hall
5:45 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT:
Mayor Roberts, Deputy Mayor Winstead, Councilmembers
McGlashan, Scully, Hall, McConnell, and Salomon
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Debbie Tarry, City Manager; John Norris, Assistant City Manager; Scott MacColl, Intergovernmental Relations Program Manager; Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk
GUESTS: King County Councilmember Rob Dembowski
At 5:45 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Roberts. He welcomed King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski and turned the meeting over to Ms. Tarry. Ms. Tarry thanked Councilmember Dembowski for his work representing Shoreline’s interests and for discussing regional initiatives with Council tonight.
Best Start for Kids Levy
Councilmember Dembowski provided background on the Best Starts for Kids Levy that was passed by King County voters in November, 2015. He said the Levy will generate about $65 million per year for six years, and explained that 50% of the funding will go towards children ages birth to 4, and 30-40% will go towards older children and youth. He indicated his interests are focused on the older age group and programming geared towards kids in the juvenile justice system. He reported that later this year the RFP process will begin for selecting program providers for the 0-4 age group. His strategy is to mostly back the experts and not try to lobby for funds for particular programs. He believes the money should follow the need over making sure areas get their fair share.
Councilmember Salomon asked if there were any lessons learned from King County Councilmember Gosset’s work in the early 1990’s. Councilmember Dembowski said he is not aware of any lessons learned but he supports legislation to program money back into reducing the likeliness of kids entering the juvenile system, instead of money going towards the operation of the juvenile center.
Homelessness
Mr. MacColl shared what Shoreline is doing to provide affordable housing and address the homelessness crisis, and asked for ideas on how the City can become a better partner in supporting King County’s efforts.
Councilmember Dembowski shared his thoughts on the lack of proactive steps being taken in regards to affordable housing, and said solutions need to be coordinated regionally. He noted the City of Seattle has stepped up but King County has more to do. He announced that earlier today King County Executive Dow Constantine took actions to increase shelter capacity, create additional units of affordable housing, and add services that help people succeed once they find a home. He said he wants the County to talk with Seattle about building affordable housing. He then asked about Shoreline’s efforts.
Councilmember Salmon replied that Council provides ongoing public funding for service providers, provided one-time capital funding for housing (Ronald Commons), and has a Property Tax Exemption Program for private developments that make a percentage of units affordable. He also noted there is micro-housing going in on Aurora.
Councilmember Hall arrived at 6:01 p.m.
Councilmember Scully said there has been regional push back on allowing RV’s and encampments, and he would like to see more partnerships develop. Shoreline might not be in the position to lead, but if King County led the effort, cities would step up. Mr. MacColl agreed that a big player would need to anchor the program. Mayor Roberts noted that the county line has been a detriment to creating partnerships. Councilmember Dembowski said the King County Housing Authority could potentially be the organization that leads the region.
Orphan Roads
Councilmember Dembowski shared that King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert asked Executive Constantine to do something about the bridges and roads that are within or surrounding incorporated areas but still under King County’s ownership. He said the Growth Management Act has worked from a growth perspective, but not from a funding perspective. Therefore, the County sponsored legislation to transfer the orphaned roads to cities – HB 2590/SB 6314. He admitted there is a problem with the Bill not including cities in the process and reported that that portion has been amended. He said Shoreline has been a great partner in proactively stepping up to take control over roads.
Councilmember Salomon asked if Executive Constantine took this action after consulting the Council. Councilmember Dembowski replied that the King County Council adopts high level goals and this action was within his authority, and was recommended by the Bridges and Roads Task Force. Mr. MacColl said Shoreline will need to figure out a path forward to working together to acquire the roads and do it as a partnership.
145th Corridor Project and Sound Transit 3 (ST3) Projects
Councilmember Dembowski commended Council for working hard to get the 145th Light Rail Station and acknowledged that its success will also depend on Sound Transit and Metro. Councilmember Hall said Sound Transit ST3 candidate projects will get people to the Station, but emphasized that Metro will need to be a key partner in also getting people to the Station.
Councilmember Dembowski said he believes the ST3 north lake candidate projects (finishing BRT lanes and adding structured parking) are reasonable asks in the total package. He acknowledged the City would still need to figure out how to improve 145th from I-5 to Aurora. Councilmember Salomon said the City has zoned areas along corridors for multifamily to focus growth where it should happen and to create more vibrancy in shopping areas; but the City will need to get the residents on the corridors to light rail.
Councilmember Dembowski announced the Capitol Hill and University of Washington Stations are scheduled to open in early March and bus routes will change towards the end of March. He talked about attending a recent community meeting and reported that people were excited about transportation and want it to work for them. He said the Mountlake connections will be tricky and people do not want to lose their bus stops. In order to get the 145th Station right, connections and drop offs need to work right.
Mr. McColl asked how we should work towards getting people to stations without using their vehicles. Councilmember Dembowski said the goal is to have all day frequent service with 10-15 minute intervals. Express buses to downtown Seattle are being replaced with Light Rail and people will now need to make a transfer. Therefore, it will be important to pay attention to what crosswalks look like, to have Kiosks installed that provide information on transfers, and to make purchasing light rail fare an easy transaction.
Councilmember Dembowski advised that when Shoreline’s bus routes are undergoing restructure, Shoreline will want to make sure no service hours are lost. The one seat rides (express buses going away) will need to be redeployed towards other routes focused on getting people to the Station. Mr. McColl agreed that those service hours will need to be programed into better serving the community.
Councilmember Hall reiterated that with Sound Transit funding for BRT ending at 145th Station, connections to Shoreline Community College will need to be through Metro. Physical problems exist on 145th Street on both sides of I-5. He said he does not want to have a bus depot at the Station for transfers, and stated his opinion that Sound Transit and Metro should continue their routes across the line.
Councilmember Dembowski announced that Metro has been testing all-battery buses, and the early results are positive. The coaches are quiet and put off zero emissions. Metro is planning to purchase165 coaches.
Councilmember McGlashan said he is disappointed at Metro’s plan for no net loss. As it is, buses are full and he would like to see an increase in service hours. Mayor Roberts said he would like to see the 145th Station have an elevated walkway over 145th Street to make transfers safer. Councilmember Hall said the current design has the walkway going under 145th Street which could cause people in a hurry to run across the street. Councilmember Dembowski agreed that Sound Transit will need a better design to bring the buses closer to the Station, but all in all the Station is an exciting piece of infrastructure that will be an asset to Shoreline.
Mayor Roberts asked if there is anything else Shoreline can do to get the north lake ST3 candidate projects on the final ST3 list. Councilmember Dembowski said he thinks everything is already being done; the SR 522/523 Transit Now Coalition has been a very strong advocate, the north lake projects on the ballot will please eastside voters, and the projects are inexpensive compared to the total packet. Councilmember Salomon asked how likely it is ST3 will pass. Mr. MacColl responded that it depends on the projects that make it into the package, and total cost to taxpayers. Councilmember Dembowski added that it will also depend on the mix of taxes, and noted Sound Transit will poll people to see what the most successful proposal will be to put forward on the ballot.
Mayor Roberts said Shoreline has received a great response from King County on the 145th Street acquisition, and the SR 522/523 Transit Now Coalition is on board, but Seattle has yet to join the effort. He asked for suggestions on how to create a stronger partnership with Seattle. Councilmember Dembowski said it will be important to connect with the new Seattle Councilmember Rob Johnson, who was appointed to the Sound Transit Board, and Councilmember Debora Juarez, who represents District 5 North Seattle.
Councilmember Dembowski’s Updates
Councilmember Dembowski provided updates on some of the initiatives he has been working on. He reported that there are no election drop boxes in Shoreline but data shows that 25% of voters still put their ballot into drop boxes. He is working with the Elections Department to expand drop boxes throughout King County no later than the next General Election in November. Also he is pushing to get election materials in both Spanish and Korean. He asked Shoreline to help spread the word on the availability of election materials in these languages.
Councilmember Dembowski commented on the work being done to bring Harborview Hospital from a hospital of last resort to one of first choice. He said he supports protecting specialty clinics and public health clinics. He also reported that the King County Council awarded grant funds to local projects aimed at cleaning up our region's waterways, and the City of Shoreline received $15,000 for Boeing Creek. He said advances in technology are enhancing testing and making it easier to take regular samples. He affirmed his commitment to cleaning up the creeks.
Lastly he updated the Council on conservation initiatives. The County has identified lands that should be protected. The focus is on rural areas and would cost $1.3 billion; $1 billion which is already funded. Although the program is aimed at protecting rural lands, he said there is also demand for conservation of urban open space for recreation. He said it is important to protect remaining lands before they are diminished.
Councilmember Dembowski said he loves representing Shoreline and working together on shared initiatives. Mayor Roberts thanked him for attending.
At 6:54 p.m. the meeting was adjourned.
/S/ Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk
CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, February 8, 2016 Council Chambers - Shoreline City Hall
7:00 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT: Mayor Roberts, Deputy Mayor Winstead,
Councilmembers McGlashan, Scully, Hall, McConnell, and Salomon
ABSENT: None
1. CALL TO ORDER
At 7:00 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Roberts who presided.
2. FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL
Mayor Roberts led the flag salute. Upon roll call by the City Clerk, all Councilmembers were present.
3. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER
Debbie Tarry, City Manager, provided reports and updates on various City meetings, projects and events.
4. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember McConnell reported on attending the SeaShore Transportation Forum and welcoming Councilmember McGlashan to the Forum again. She said they had a great meeting about Sound Transit 3, and noted Patrice Hardy, Sound Transit Government Relations Officer, was in attendance. She reported that the City of Woodinville is strongly advocating for participation in ST3. She announced the opening of the University Link Extension on March 19, 2016 and the South 200th Angle Link Station in the summer. She reported that draft planning for ST3 will begin in March.
Mayor Roberts reported that King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski was the guest at the Council’s Dinner Meeting. He said discussions included the Best Start for Kids Levy, homelessness solution strategies, transit, and ST3. He announced that the City Council’s Annual Goal Setting Workshop is scheduled for February 19 and 20, 2016 in the Shoreline Council Chamber.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Brad Lancaster, Shoreline resident, identified ways the City Council can change social policy to make it less difficult for homeless people. He recalled his suggestion of building a permanent tiny housing village for homeless people with school age children. He suggested streamlining the permitting process for homeless encampments, reducing permit fees, creating an application process specifically for homeless encampments, allowing citizens and churches to preemptively sign up to host encampments, implementing a six month timeframe allowance, approving applicants for five years, and encouraging collaboration to create four permitted locations that would host a camp once every eighteen months. He encouraged the City to educate neighbors who are fearful of the homeless to welcome and embrace the homeless and help make their lives better.
Greg Logan, Highlands Neighborhood, commented that he is speaking on behalf of his neighborhood regarding the Highlands Maintenance Facility and Green Waste Transfer Station projects. He said the projects have been a disaster for the neighborhood and explained they are inundated with the grinding roar and noise of heavy equipment. He commented that there is a tremendous amount of traffic, back-up beepers, and back-hoes. He noted that a non-conforming permit was issued for the Utility, and said a standard permit was issued for the Transfer Station using a drop box. He said the drop box and the use of an industrial back hoe is incompatible for a single family neighborhood.
Ms. Tarry said she spoke with Mr. Logan prior to the meeting and recommended finding out from the Planning Department if there are conditions on the permit.
6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon motion by Councilmember Hall and seconded by Deputy Mayor Winstead and unanimously carried, 7-0, the following Consent Calendar items were approved:
a) Minutes of Business Meeting of December 14, 2015
b) Approval of expenses and payroll as of January 22, 2016 in the amount of $2,966,151.13
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*Payroll and Benefits: |
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Payroll Period |
Payment Date |
EFT Numbers (EF) |
Payroll Checks (PR) |
Benefit Checks (AP) |
Amount Paid |
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12/20/15-1/2/16 |
1/8/2016 |
64558-64746 |
14218-14235 |
62363-62368 |
$451,240.39 |
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$451,240.39 |
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*Accounts Payable Claims: |
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Expense Register Dated |
Check Number (Begin) |
Check Number (End) |
Amount Paid |
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1/12/2016 |
62281 |
62281 |
$255.00 |
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1/14/2016 |
62282 |
62293 |
$10,079.40 |
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1/14/2016 |
62294 |
62308 |
$1,109,766.67 |
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1/14/2016 |
62309 |
62322 |
$50,008.62 |
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1/14/2016 |
62323 |
62340 |
$293,992.50 |
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1/14/2016 |
62341 |
62355 |
$270,324.80 |
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1/14/2016 |
62356 |
62362 |
$18,882.69 |
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1/19/2016 |
62369 |
62370 |
$97,257.44 |
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1/21/2016 |
62371 |
62391 |
$579,413.31 |
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1/21/2016 |
62392 |
62408 |
$27,134.23 |
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1/21/2016 |
62409 |
62421 |
$57,796.08 |
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$2,514,910.74 |
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c) Motion to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Professional Services with Evergreen Traffic Engineering for Aurora Transit And Signal Timing Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $89,262
d) Adoption of Ord. No. 734 - Deleting Collective Garden Provisions in the Shoreline Municipal Code
8. ACTION ITEMS
a) Adoption of Ord. No. 735 - Amending the City of Shoreline's Development Code to Establish Regulations Related to Recreational and Medical Cannabis
Alex Herzog, Management Analyst, provided background on Council's previous discussions of Proposed Ordinance No. 735 regarding cannabis regulations. He recounted that there was consensus among Councilmembers to remove the 1,000 foot buffer in light of the State’s final allocation of a total of four retail marijuana locations in Shoreline. He stated that the Planning Commission recommends adoption of Ordinance 735, and reviewed the provisions of the Ordinance and staff's recommended modifications.
Councilmember Hall moved approval of Ordinance 735. The motion was seconded by Deputy Mayor Winstead.
Councilmember Hall moved to amend Ordinance 735 to modify the Planning Commission’s recommendation by deleting Section 3 in its entirety so as not to require the 1,000 foot buffer separation between marijuana retail operations. The motion was seconded by Deputy Mayor Winstead.
Councilmember Hall said learning from the Liquor and Cannabis Board that there will only be two additional retail marijuana stores allowed in Shoreline addressed Council’s concern about avoiding a huge concentration of stores in a given area.
The motion to amend the main motion to delete Section 3 of the Ordinance passed 6-1 with, Councilmember Salomon voting no.
Councilmember Hall moved to amend Ordinance 735 to modify the Planning Commission’s recommendation by removing the Indexed Supplemental Criteria references in SMC Table 20.40.130. The motion was seconded by Deputy Mayor Winstead and passed unanimously.
The vote on the main motion, as amended passed, unanimously.
b) Appointment of Planning Commissioners
Paul Cohen, Planning Manager, explained that there will be four vacancies on the Planning Commission. He reviewed the recruitment, application, and Council interview process. He said staff’s recommendation is to appoint Susan Chang as a Commissioner to serve out Keith Scully’s term starting February 18, 2016, and to reappoint Easton Craft, William Montero, and Susan Chang each to a term of four years starting April 7, 2016.
Councilmember McConnell moved to appoint David Maul, Easton Craft, and William Montero to the Planning Commission for 4-year terms that will begin April 1, 2016 and run through March 31, 2020, and to appoint Susan Chang to the Planning Commission for a 4-year term that will begin February 18, 2016 and run through March 31, 2020. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Salomon.
Councilmember McConnell commented that the Council Subcommittee had excellent candidates to select from. She said they interviewed six candidates and the Subcommittee unanimously voted to reappoint Commissioners, Maul, Craft and Montero and to appoint Ms. Chang.
Councilmember Salomon thanked everyone that applied, and said they had a wealth of applicants to choose from and great interviews. He shared that Commissioners Maul, Craft, and Montero have served the Planning Commission with distinction. He said he is happy to have them back on the Commission, and to add Ms. Chang, who has great credentials and experience.
Councilmember Scully commented that there were 18 amazing and qualified applicants that applied. He shared that Ms. Chang will add a depth of technical expertise to the Commission and that made her an ideal choice for the position.
Mayor Roberts thanked everyone that applied for a position on the Planning Commission and the Subcommittee for their work.
The motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Roberts extended an invitation to Ms. Chang to make remarks. Ms. Chang said she is looking forward to joining the Planning Commission and studying issues that are important to the City of Shoreline.
9. STUDY ITEMS
a) Discussion of McAleer Creek and Lyon Creek Surface Water Basin Plans
John Featherstone, Surface Water Engineer, Uki Dele, Surface Water and Environmental Services Manager, and Erin Nelson, AltaTerra Consultant, provided the staff report. Mr. Featherstone stated that an overview will be provided of Basin Planning and the results of the McAleer and Lyon Basin Plans will be presented.
Ms. Dele explained that McAleer and Lyon Basins are the second to last Plans that the City is conducting. She shared that basin planning is a watershed approach to stormwater management that began in 2009 with the Thornton Creek Watershed Plan. She stated significant success has been achieved from flood control projects implemented from that Plan. She shared that the Surface Water Master Plan (SWMP), last updated in 2011, established a prioritized schedule and approach to conduct more basin plans. She said planning is complete for the five largest basins and that the remaining six will be completed in summer 2016 under the Puget Sound Drainages Basin Plan. She noted that the more recent Plans also include condition assessments of the City’s stormwater pipes.
Ms. Nelson explained that 6% of the Lyon Basin and 26% of McAleer Basin are in Shoreline and drain into Lake Washington. She reviewed the Basin Planning Elements and the stream assessment process. She shared that the City has been collecting water quality data since 2002. She reported that the data was pretty typical for streams in an urban environment and then showed a video taken during a pipe condition assessment. She said the primary issues in both Basins are failing pipes, flooding and drainage problems, groundwater seepage and resulting drainage issues. She displayed maps depicting condition assessment results and said that 10-25% of the pipes require repair or replacement. She stated that flooding prediction modeling was used on the Basin, that no problems were seen in McAleer Basin, and pointed out three locations where flooding is predicted in the Lyon Basin at Ballinger Creek. She reviewed the 10-Year service call history of the Lyon and McAleer Basins confirming flooding and problem drainage areas. She presented a simplified geologic cross section location of ground water seepage in Lyon Basin and explained issues in both Basins include water quality, invasive vegetation, and operations.
Ms. Nelson reviewed that the non-capital project recommendations for the Lyon Basin are coordination with bordering jurisdictions and other entities for shared interest and responsibilities in the Lyon Basin, and evaluation of new Right-of-Way acquisitions. She reviewed that the non-capital recommendations for McAleer Basins are conducting studies to evaluate groundwater issues; NE 185th Subarea stormwater improvements; Eastern boundary drainage system; Echo Lake water quality improvement options; lateral stormwater connections; and to evaluate new surface water easement acquisitions and policies. She reviewed the capital project recommendations for Lyon Basin are the 25th Avenue NE Flood Reduction (Design 2016), and the Stormwater Pipe Repair and Replacement Program Projects. She reviewed the capital project recommendations for McAleer Basin are two flood reduction projects (6th Ave NE at NE 200th Street, and NE 190th Street); Stormwater Pipe Repair Replacement Program Projects; three bioretention/biofiltration projects; and various drainage improvements.
Mr. Featherstone said action has already been taken on the 25th Avenue NE Flood Reduction project because Ballinger Creek was flooding at very high intervals and the project is programmed in the CIP. He shared that the RFP process for selecting a design consultant has started and that he anticipates construction starting next year. He said staff plans to stick to the aggressive timeframe to get the work finished in time for the North Maintenance Facility opening.
Mr. Featherstone said the Stormwater Pipe Repair and Replacement Program is a priority item to move on pipes that have failed and/or cause safety issues. He reported that the total cost of recommended projects in the Lyon Basin Plan is $6.7 Million, and $11.5 to $12.5 Million for the McAleer Basin. He reviewed next steps are working on the 25th Avenue Project, ongoing Pipe Repair Program, and prioritization of other recommendations under the 2016 Surface Water Master Plan Update.
Councilmember Hall asked if there has been an update from the School District on the plans for the property they own across the street from the North Maintenance facility. He commented on the value of looking at multiple utilities together and asked if there would be a coordinated effort between surface water and road improvements on the 25th Avenue Corridor. Mr. Featherstone responded that he has not been in contact with the School District and explained they anticipate that the consultant will develop a specific proposal to present to the District. He said the 25th Avenue Sidewalk Project is being integrated and coordinated closely with other projects, and will also include looking daylighting strategies.
Councilmember McGlashan asked if “crossing utilities” (where sewer and stormwater pipes intersect) have been found in Shoreline, and about correcting over flow pipes. Mr. Featherstone responded that neither crossing utilities nor gravity pipe systems have been found in Shoreline.
Councilmember Scully said he appreciates the comments about daylighting. He said he hopes to make a case on replacing pipes and asked that staff look at daylighting in every project. And if it is not possible to look at daylighting, he asked staff to explain why.
Mayor Roberts asked if zoning regulations are considered when doing stormwater projects; shared that the 185th Subarea Plan recommends that pipes be enlarged to support the build out; and asked how that will affect projects in other areas of the City. Mr. Featherstone responded that on a project of this capacity, pipe size will be driven by fish passage criteria and a capacity analysis will be completed. Ms. Nelson stated that the projects will accommodate the changes in land use. Ms. Dele responded that the 2016 SWMP will take into consideration all the Basin Plans recommendations, rezones, and address how to direct the capacity analysis and upsizing of pipes.
Mayor Roberts asked if the City is coordinating efforts with the Ballinger Forum and our neighboring jurisdictions. Mr. Featherstone responded that the City has been working closely with Lake Forest Park.
Councilmember Hall said he wanted to follow-up on the Mayor’s questions regarding future development, zoning and what is does to runoff. He used the School District’s property as an example, which was built out before stormwater standards were in effect, and asked if it were to redevelop under the today’s regulations with the NPDES Permit in place, would the rate of flow from a newly developed site be more or less than the rate of flow from a site that is partially developed without stormwater treatment or flow control. Mr. Featherstone said the standard for redeveloped stormwater management is that the post developed flows leaving the site must match a predeveloped forested condition, and you could expect to see improvements.
Ms. Tarry commented that the information from tonight discussion will be incorporated in the 2016 Surface Water Master Plan, projects will be prioritized, and a review of future rate fees will be included.
Mayor Roberts thanked Planning Commissioner Montero for being in the audience tonight.
10. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:19 p.m., Mayor Roberts declared the meeting adjourned.
/S/ Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk