CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, May 9, 2016 Conference Room 303 - Shoreline City Hall
5:45 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT:
Mayor Roberts (Arrived at 6:36 p.m.), Deputy Mayor
Winstead, Councilmembers McGlashan, Scully, Hall, McConnell, and Salomon,
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Debbie Tarry, City Manager; John Norris, Assistant City Manager; Shawn Ledford, Police Chief; Mark Konoske, Police Captain; Troy Olmsted, Police Captain; and Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
GUESTS: None
At 5:50 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Deputy Mayor Winstead. She announced that Sheriff Urquhart would not be attending the meeting due to an urgent Sheriff’s Office service call.
Ms. Tarry explained that the City of Shoreline is one of 12 cities that contract with King County for police services. She shared that the police contract is the City’s largest annual expenditure and represents one-third of the budget. She also pointed out that Shoreline Citizen’s Survey results identified police services as the highest priority service. She talked about the great leadership and police services the City receives. She apprised the Council that she meets quarterly with the Sheriff and on a regular basis with the Police Chief.
Chief Ledford described the challenges the Police Department have been experiencing with the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) mandated by the Federal Government.
Councilmembers expressed concern that the new reporting system will show that crime has increased and cautioned against being placed in the precarious position of trying to explain why. They suggested the Police continue to use the current system for collecting data and reporting until such a time that NIBRS can provide comparison data.
Chief Ledford explained that the Sheriff is hesitant to use police body cameras until Public Record Request Policy and protection of the victims in cases like sexual assault and domestic violence are addressed.
Chief Ledford shared that the Police is working with the District Attorney’s Office to address King County’s heroin crises. He stated the Police Department will be partnering with the community to initiate outreach and education regarding drug overdosing, and installing prescription drop boxes. Captain Konoske shared having police carry Narcan, a medication used to block the effects of an opiate overdose, is also being evaluated.
Chief Ledford informed the Council that the Sheriff’s Office is facing a $7.6 Million budget cut, which may result in the discontinuation of the Helicopter and Marine Units. However, the ultimate budget decision will be with the King County Council.
Chief Ledford discussed diversity personnel recruitment efforts, and explained that there is a lack of diversity in the Academy’s graduation pool. He said they are hoping to add a woman and a Hispanic Officer to their staff.
Councilmember Salomon commented on the importance of possessing a mentality and approach toward policing that supports de-escalation efforts. Chief Ledford responded that the Shoreline Police Department follows the LEAD (Listen, Explain with Equity and Dignity) Principal when policing. Councilmember Salomon expressed that he hopes LEAD is a culture that is spreading across King County.
At 6:42 p.m. the meeting was adjourned.
/S/ Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, May 9, 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
There were no Council Reports.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Brad Lancaster, Shoreline resident, suggested establishing a Volunteer Citizen Advisory Committee to address homelessness. He said the purpose of the Committee is to show care for others, and that the Committee would report to the City Council and use City Hall as their meeting space.
6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Councilmember Hall moved to move the Police Services report to Item 8.a and the Transportation Improvement Plan Public Hearing to Item 8.b. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Salomon, and passed unanimously, 7-0. The amended 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) Regular Meeting Minutes of April 4, 2016 and April 11, 2016
(b) Approval of expenses and payroll as of April 22, 2016 in the amount of
$1,653,553.53
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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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3/27/16-4/9/16 |
4/15/2016 |
65898-66081 |
14338-14346 |
63191-63196 |
$484,731.18 |
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$484,731.18 |
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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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4/15/2016 |
63132 |
63142 |
$208,278.02 |
|||
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4/15/2016 |
63143 |
63155 |
$448,665.67 |
|||
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4/15/2016 |
63156 |
63161 |
$11,227.06 |
|||
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4/15/2016 |
63162 |
63187 |
$65,271.49 |
|||
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4/15/2016 |
63188 |
63190 |
$58,344.48 |
|||
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4/19/2016 |
63197 |
63198 |
$56,912.72 |
|||
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4/21/2016 |
63199 |
63207 |
$71,482.17 |
|||
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4/21/2016 |
63208 |
63219 |
$26,464.53 |
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4/21/2016 |
63220 |
63231 |
$58,511.39 |
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4/21/2016 |
63232 |
63259 |
$163,664.82 |
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$1,168,822.35 |
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8. ACTION ITEMS
(a) Discussion of 2015 Police Services Report
Shoreline Police Chief Shawn Ledford introduced Shoreline Police Captains Troy Olmsted, Operations, and Mark Konoske, Investigation, and shared that the City of Shoreline contracts with the King County Sheriff to provide police services. He displayed the Police Organizational Chart and shared staffing demographics. He said they will be fully staffed when a Sargent’s candidate completes training and a Patrol Deputy graduates the Academy. He reported that there were nearly 30,000 police events last year and reviewed the calls for service. He presented statistics for part 1 crimes, burglaries, car prowl, robbery, larceny/theft, and auto theft. He noted that there has been a decrease in crime from last year and from the past five years.
Captain Konoske reviewed property crime data, stated that property crime is addressed by the Criminal Investigation and the Special Emphasis Team Units, and described their work. He reviewed community outreach, school safety, park safety, and training efforts. He shared that the Nurturing Trust Program has also been successful.
Captain Olmstead stated that the police use a balanced approach between enforcement and education to encourage traffic safety. He reported they issued 5,108 tickets, 4,000 warnings, and made 709 arrests in 2015. He talked about the Target Zero Grant that focuses efforts on high collision locations, and said they are working collaboratively with the Public Works Department to help reduce traffic collisions.
Chief Ledford provided an update on the Risk Awareness, De-escalation, and Referral (RADAR) Program. He explained that they are currently developing policy and an information sharing system. He informed the Council that implementation will start in 2017 and the analysis assessment phase will take place in 2018. He said the Fire Department is also participating in the Program.
Chief Ledford then provided comparison data for police costs and reported that Shoreline’s cost per capita is $201.00.
Councilmember Salomon complimented the Police Department on consistently implementing police advancements like RADAR and employing proactive policing practices.
Mayor Roberts asked for police comparison data for other cities that contract with the King County Sheriff’s Office. Chief Ledford responded that he will provide comparison crime data and costs to the Council.
(b) Public Hearing and Discussion of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Nytasha Sowers, Transportation Manager, provided background on the purpose of Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), highlighted key changes from 2016 to 2017, and reviewed completed projects, and new and emerging projects. She informed the Council that it would cost $287 Million to implement all the TIP Projects.
Tricia Juhnke, City Engineer, presented TIP Projects that have grant funding and pointed out the City match needed for each project. She described how the TIP is used to inform the Capital Improvement Plan and the annual budget. She said staff is looking for Council’s feedback on TIP projects and on the newly proposed projects.
Mayor Roberts opened the Public Hearing, and upon hearing no one wishing to comment, he closed the Hearing.
Councilmember Scully asked clarifying questions about the information the grant match table is reporting. Ms. Juhnke explained the grant matching process and how funding is allocated.
Councilmember McGlashan asked if the SR 523 and I-5 Interchange project would be funded by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). He also questioned the need to create another northbound lane on Meridian at 175th. Ms. Sowers responded that the cost to the City in matching funds is $600,000, and said she will speak with the Traffic Engineer about the northbound lane on Meridian and report back to Council.
Councilmember Hall shared that his preference is to use transportation impact fees, Transportation Benefit District fees, and Real Estate Excise Tax funds towards the City’s grant match instead of General Fund dollars.
Mayor Roberts asked if the City receives all the grants listed, would staff come back to the Council and ask for the City’s match. He then questioned if some grants can match other grants. Ms. Juhnke responded that the request for funding is a part of the Capital Improvement Plan process. She also stated that some grants can match other grants and that they would likely be used for 145th Street Corridor Improvement Project.
Councilmember McConnell asked if there is enough funding being allocated to the grant match fund for the City to match all the grants it receives, and if WSDOT will be providing funding for the SR 523 and I-5 Interchange project. Ms. Juhnke responded that the City has been keeping pace with grant matching but anticipates more money will be needed for the 145th Street Corridor Improvement Project. Ms. Sowers added that unless WSDOT receives a directive from the State Legislature there is not money immediately available for that Interchange.
Councilmember Scully commented on the City’s desire to get the 145th Street Corridor improvements completed by 2023. He questioned if the City took longer, would more money be saved by getting more available grants. He said this option should be weighed and considered.
Councilmember Hall commented that staff was previously directed to finish the 145th Street Corridor improvements before 2023 and explained that there will be consequences if the I-5 Interchange does not work.
Councilmember McConnell asked if the City of Seattle has submitted any applications to make improvements to 145th Street. Ms. Sowers commented that ST is in the Final Design process and said if the City wants to modify access that ties into the Station then it has to be done now. She shared that WSDOT is trying to form a team to support the Interchange project and noted that there is no guarantee. She acknowledged that the project has strong aspects and shared that there is recognition for supporting a spine for Light Rail.
9. STUDY ITEMS
(a) Discussion of Metro Long Range Plan Comments
Nytasha Sowers, Transportation Manager, introduced Lisa Shafer, King County Metro Transportation Planner. Ms. Shafer reviewed the benefits of the King County Metro Connects Plan. She said there will need to be a 70% growth in Metro services to achieve the Plan by 2040. She described Frequent, Express and Local as the three elements of the service network.
Ms. Shafer identified that the key transit issues in Shoreline are: improved speed and reliability and create fast and convenient transfers; connect Rapid Ride on Aurora to 522; Frequent/Express Service on 522; comprehensive Local Service to Link (frequent during peak); frequent and fast service needed on 145th Street; Express Service from Shoreline to the University of Washington during peak period; and comprehensive service between community colleges, Shoreline High Schools and Northgate. She then highlighted new routes to be added in Shoreline.
Mayor Roberts pointed out that the Richmond Beach route on the Metro Connects map do not connect to the Stations. Ms. Shafer responded that there is a mistake on the map and the routes do connect to the Station. Ms. Sowers affirmed that the routes connect to the Stations.
Ms. Sowers displayed a map of proposed service for Shoreline, highlighted the service route near the 145th Street Station that would go online after 2023, and said Shoreline would like all service connecting to Light Rail provided by 2023. She reviewed requests included in the Letter of Support to Sound Transit (ST) are: supporting 145th/SR522 Express Bus/ BRT; partnering on needed capital facility and multimodal investments - especially as they build ridership and support local TOD; and requesting completion of all KC Metro improvements in Shoreline by 2023 to coincide with the opening 145th and 185th Street Light Rail Stations.
Councilmember Hall commented that Route 1512 from downtown would be a perfect extension from Ballard to 145th Street, and asked if King County Metro’s Long Range Plan has taken into account that Shoreline is planning to improve 145th Street. Ms. Shafer responded that improvements to 145th Street would help transit service use the corridor for east to west connections. She said ST currently has Rapid Ride proposed for 145th Street to be in place by 2025 and King County is planning to have additional service to compliment that. She said there are a number of route services to the Stations.
Councilmember Hall shared that he appreciates that transit agencies are working together to not duplicate service, and commented that there is an overlap with Route 1019. He asked if the transit route could be on 145th Street, instead of 155th Street to Aurora. Ms. Shafer responded that she will take his recommendation back to Metro for review. She confirmed that she is hearing that an east to west connection is wanted all across 145th Street.
Councilmember Scully said the Letter to ST is good, but he believes it does not make it clear that there is limited parking and would like is stressed more in the letter. He stated that ST needs to make bus routes to stations viable.
Mayor Roberts expressed disappointment that it will take 30 minutes to get to the Light Rail Station from City Hall. He asked how the additional parking stalls in Metro’s Plan will be constructed and where they will be located. Ms. Shafer responded that they are not at the level of detail to identify parking locations. She explained that Metro’s parking zone methodology is to focus on populations that do not have access to walk to transit and they are looking along the I-5 Corridor for parking.
Mayor Roberts commented that structured parking could impact economic development, and that property could otherwise be used for others things like housing and other revenue generating uses.
Councilmember Salomon talked about the goal of getting more people from the larger region to the Light Rail Stations and said parking needs to remain. He said there will be more ridership if people can be drawn in to the Stations, as one large apartment building will not support ridership. Deputy Mayor Winstead concurred and said a lot of single family residents will need parking spaces to be able to use transit, and additional discussion is needed on this issue.
Councilmember McGlashan commented that the parking garages need to be larger and further out to accommodate riders. He asked if the bus that is planned to travel up Ballinger Way would better feed into the Light Rail Station. Ms. Shafer responded that there is a bus that goes to the Edmonds Waterfront, connects to the Mountlake Terrace Station, and goes to Lake Forest Park, Kirkland and Redmond the other way.
10. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:51 p.m., Mayor Roberts declared the meeting adjourned.
/S/ Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk