CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, May 8, 2017 Conference Room 303 - Shoreline City Hall
5:45 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT: Mayor Roberts, Councilmembers McGlashan, Scully,
McConnell, and Salomon
ABSENT: Deputy Mayor Winstead and Councilmember Hall
STAFF: Debbie Tarry, City Manager; Rob Beem, Community Services Manager; Rachael Markle, Planning & Community Development Director; and Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
GUESTS: Stephen Norman, Executive Director of King County Housing Authority
At 5:54 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Roberts.
Debbie Tarry, City Manager, recalled the Council’s discussion regarding rental protection at the City Council Strategic Planning Workshop held March 3 -4, 2017. She said the Council decided not to add it to the City’s Workplan, but expressed interest in hearing from the King County Housing Authority about any affordable housing issues negatively impacting their clients in Shoreline.
Stephen Norman, Executive Director, King County Housing Authority (KCHA), provided
background information on the agency and shared is it an independent municipal
corporation that receives funding from the federal government. He shared rental
assistance is provided to more than 19,000 households in King County, and 350 households
in Shoreline consisting of 30% elderly, 30% disabled, and 40% families with
children. He shared KCHA operates ten properties in Shoreline. He described the
Section 8 Voucher and application process, and shared 89% percent of all
households live on 30% area median income or less. He said vacancy rates are
decreasing and multi-family management companies are opting out of Section 8. He talked about their housing inspection
process and said a single case manager is now assigned to handle larger
complexes.
Councilmember Salomon inquired about the screening process for applicants with a criminal record. Mr. Norman responded that he has not heard about difficulties around screening.
Councilmember Scully asked if there are problems with their clients using Section 8 Vouchers in Shoreline. Mr. Norman responded that he has not heard of people with vouchers being turned away in Shoreline.
A discussion ensued about housing discrimination for people using Section 8 Vouchers. Mr. Norman shared that he is not seeing strong opposition to passing legislation prohibiting discrimination, and said more opposition is at the State level.
Councilmember Scully asked what can be done in Shoreline to attract affordable housing development. Mr. Norman encouraged transit oriented development, mixed use housing, preserving multifamily units, and property assemblage to encourage affordable housing development. He offered that KCHA can hold land cheaply and provide housing bonds and tax credits for development.
Mayor Roberts inquired about Sound Transit’s Public Parking Facilities and the opportunity to develop housing in those areas. He shared the City’s Light Rail Station Subarea planning and instituting affordable housing unit requirements.
Councilmember McConnell spoke about the regional housing crises and the pace that rents are rising. She asked if KCHA clients are finding it difficult to secure housing. Mr. Norman confirmed that there is a housing crisis and pointed to the number of homeless kids in Shoreline as reported by the Shoreline School District.
Councilmember Salomon commented that a lot of people become homeless for economic reasons and also talked about housing challenges that people who suffer from mental illness face.
Mayor Roberts asked about KCHA’s view of microhousing units. Mr. Norman replied that they serve a lifestyle if they are well built and managed, but said they are not geared toward families.
Ms. Tarry asked what KCHA’s bigger needs are. Mr. Norman replied new single family housing and higher density homes.
At 6:49 p.m. the meeting was adjourned.
/S/Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, May 8, 2017 Council Chambers - Shoreline City Hall
7:00 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT: Mayor Roberts, Councilmembers McGlashan, Scully,
McConnell, and Salomon
ABSENT: Deputy Mayor Winstead and Councilmember Hall
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 with the exception of Deputy Mayor Winstead and Councilmember Hall.
Councilmember McGlashan moved to excuse Deputy Mayor Winstead and Councilmember Hall for personal reasons. The motion was seconded by Councilmember McConnell and unanimously passed, 5-0.
3. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER
Debbie Tarry, City Manager, provided reports and updates on various City meetings, projects and events.
4. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember McGlashan reported attending the SeaShore Transportation Meeting. He said they were provided an update on the 520 Floating Bridge Construction and the Northgate Pedestrian Bridge to support transit oriented development.
Mayor Roberts reported attending the King County Economic Development Summit for Public Officials. He said they spoked about regional collaboration and the development of a regional dashboard, and what indicators to include on it. He reported that Stephen Norman, King County Housing Authority Director, was Council’s guest at this evening’s dinner meeting.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no speakers for Public Comment.
6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon motion by Councilmember Scully and seconded by Councilmember McGlashan and unanimously carried, 5-0, the following Consent Calendar items were approved:
(a) Approving Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 27, 2017 and Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 10, 2017
(b) Approving Expenses and Payroll as of April 21, 2017 in the Amount of
$1,156,519.55
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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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3/26/17-4/8/17 |
4/14/2017 |
71522-71749 |
14871-14889 |
66528-66533 |
$554,351.02 |
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$554,351.02 |
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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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4/13/2017 |
66482 |
66499 |
$177,718.89 |
||||||
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4/13/2017 |
66500 |
66507 |
$522.90 |
||||||
|
4/13/2017 |
66508 |
66527 |
$53,646.85 |
||||||
|
4/17/2017 |
66534 |
66534 |
$8,404.11 |
||||||
|
4/20/2017 |
66535 |
66536 |
$49,297.75 |
||||||
|
4/20/2017 |
66537 |
66543 |
$54,785.14 |
||||||
|
4/20/2017 |
66544 |
66558 |
$21,305.08 |
||||||
|
4/20/2017 |
66559 |
66575 |
$60,355.17 |
||||||
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4/21/2017 |
66576 |
66589 |
$80,563.22 |
||||||
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4/21/2017 |
66590 |
66605 |
$95,569.42 |
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$602,168.53 |
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(c) Motion Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Joint Use Agreement
between the City of Shoreline and Shoreline School District
(d) Adopting Resolution No. 409 – Surplus Vehicles and Equipment in Accordance
with SMC 3.50.030(B)
8. ACTION ITEMS
(a) Public Hearing on the 2018-2023 Transportation Improvement Plan
Nytasha Sowers, Transportation Services Manager, and Randy Witt, Public Works Director, provided the staff report. Ms. Sowers explained the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) is a six year plan that identifies transportation projects and helps create the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). She presented 2018 and 2019 TIP Priorities for funded and unfunded projects. She reminded the Council of the discussion regarding the 25th Avenue NE Sidewalk Project, and said staff is recommending the project be removed and the money be put in the Sidewalk Prioritization Fund.
Mayor Roberts opened the Public Hearing.
Stephanie Angelis, Ballinger Neighborhood Association, said residents of the neighborhood strongly request that sidewalks be installed on 25th Avenue to connect the neighborhood to Cascade School, Brugger’s Bog, and Ballinger way, and she listed the materials they would like used in the concrete. She said they would also like Ballinger Creek daylighted and the North Maintenance Facility completed.
Mayor Roberts closed the Public Hearing.
Ms. Sowers said adoption of the TIP is scheduled for May 22, 2017. Ms. Tarry inquired if the Council would like to modify the TIP based on staff’s recommendation to remove the 25th Avenue NE Sidewalk Project.
Councilmember McGlashan said he would like to know why staff is recommending the 25th Avenue NE Side Project be removed and where the money will be redirected. Mr. Witt responded that staff has been working on the North Maintenance Facility for a while and due to the cost of the Brugger’s Bog location, staff decided to step back and look at other locations. He said at the same time staff is working on the 25th Avenue Drainage Project which may impact where a sidewalk is located. He explained the money would return to the Sidewalk Fund. Councilmember McGlashan said he is supportive of staff's recommendation but he also wants this sidewalk built as soon as possible.
Councilmember Scully said he is supportive of staff's recommendation because he does not want to invest scarce resources into building a sidewalk and then find out later it needs to be removed and redone. He asked if it was possible for the City to build the sidewalk while working around the 25th Avenue Drainage project. Mr. Witt advised that it is better to know how all the project components fit together before building the sidewalk.
Councilmember Salomon said there has been a reasonable expectation by neighborhood residents that the Ballinger Neighborhood would get sidewalks. The sidewalk has been in the plan for years, and the installation should be done in conjunction with the drainage project. He said he does not feel it is necessary to reprioritize the project and fears it will get lost in the process.
Councilmember McConnell said it is prudent to have a sidewalk there but she does not want to have to do it twice, or expend funds twice.
Councilmember McGlashan agreed that it is better to postpone the sidewalk installation until the drainage problems are fixed. He questioned if daylighting can be done next to a street.
Mayor Roberts asked about the timeline for surface water improvements on 25th Avenue, and if it will be included in the 2018 CIP. Mr. Witt responded that staff is evaluating alternatives and will bring them back for discussion early this summer. He said the discussions will inform the CIP and be included for 2018-19. Mayor Roberts asked clarifying questions on where the improvements would be made. He said he recognizes the need to delay funding if there is an understanding of what surface water improvements are needed, but thinks this sidewalk is a priority. He said the neighborhood has been promised it for a long time and he does not want to see the money reallocated. He said prioritization for the area includes considerations of a school, a park, a city facility, and it opens up a gateway.
Councilmember Scully asked if funds can be earmarked for this project in the future. He stated he is not sure he wants money just sitting in the fund when there are other sidewalk needs. Ms. Tarry responded that the funds can be preserved and moved back, but said it means the funds would not be available for use for other sidewalks.
Councilmember McGlashan said he is not sure he wants this money sitting in a fund when there are other sidewalks needs. Councilmember McConnell said she is comfortable taking the project off the TIP and not earmarking funds for the project.
Councilmember Salomon said he would rather dedicate the funding for the 25th Avenue Sidewalk now and keep it until the project is ready to be built. Mayor Roberts agreed that it is a priority and should be kept in the TIP.
Councilmember McGlashan asked if the stormwater issues are a high priority. Mr. Witt answered affirmatively.
(a) Public Hearing and Discussing Ord. No. 781 Granting a Non-Exclusive Franchise to MCIMetro Access Transmission Services Corp., dba Verizon Access Transmission Services, to Construct, Operate, and Maintain a Telecommunications Fiber Optic System Within City Rights-of-Way
Alex Herzog, Management Analyst, provided the staff report. Mr. Herzog reported the City recently received a franchise application from Verizon for telecommunications (fiber) system for voice and data services, internet access, private line services, and cell network front-and backhaul services. He reviewed the application requirements Verizon has met and the terms of the franchise.
Mayor Roberts opened the Public Hearing, and seeing no one wanting to speak, the hearing was closed.
Councilmember Scully asked how the City’s roads will be affected. Mr. Herzog responded that most of the work is done on utility poles and a portion of work needs undergrounding on Aurora Avenue. Councilmember Salomon recalled that conduits have already been built and said that will help avoid tearing up the streets. Mr. Herzog responded conduits are in place and are city and jointly owned. He said a determination needs to be made on how much space is left to accommodate additional cables. Councilmember Salomon said his only major concern is whether Aurora Avenue would be torn open from 145th to 200th Street.
Councilmember McGlashan said he supports the Franchise and is hopeful the work can be done without tearing up Aurora.
Councilmember Scully said he supports new businesses but is also concerned about tearing up Aurora. Councilmembers requested more information on whether Aurora Avenue will be torn up.
9. AJOURNMENT
At 7:45 p.m., Mayor Roberts declared the meeting adjourned.
/S/ Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk