CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, April 9, 2018 Conference Room 303 - Shoreline City Hall
5:45 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT: Mayor Hall, Deputy Mayor Salomon, Councilmembers McGlashan, McConnell, Chang, and Roberts
ABSENT: Councilmember Scully
STAFF: Debbie Tarry, City Manager; Randy Witt, Public Works Director; Nora Daley-Peng, Senior Planner-Transportation; and Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
GUESTS: Sidewalk Advisory Committee: Andrew Hellman, Cara Hutchison, David Anderson; David Dailey, Dennis Terpstra, Dustin McIntyre, Julie Miller, Lisa Leitzelar, Pamela Cross, Robin McClelland, Rosa Singer, Ryan Gulick, Tana Knowlton, and Tim Friedrichsen
At 5:46 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall.
Nora Daley-Peng, Senior Planner-Transportation, explained that the Sidewalk Advisory Committee (SAC) is addressing the American Disability Act (ADA) Transition Plan and the Sidewalk Prioritization Plan as two concurrent but separate projects. She said the Pedestrian System Plan, from the 2011 Transportation Master Plan, served as the baseline for sidewalk prioritization to address safety and equity issues. She noted that there are 78 miles of existing sidewalks and 75 miles of planned sidewalks. She shared that a data-driven prioritization process was used to assess safety, equity, proximity, and connectivity criteria. She presented the Sidewalk Prioritization Scorecard point system and explained how it was used to reprioritize sidewalks in the Pedestrian System Plan. She reviewed the work completed to date and showed a video displaying sidewalk issues in the City.
Ryan Gulick, SAC member, shared that the top priority is repair and maintenance of sidewalks. He said SAC identified 118 projects for 64 miles of sidewalks, at of cost of $377 Million, and categorized them into high, medium, and low priority projects. He stated high priority projects total 15 miles at a cost of $112 Million, and noted that the ADA Transition Plan will assist with some funding in the high priority areas. He said $950,000 is required for sidewalk repair and maintenance, and funding options include General Fund Contribution, Sale and Use Tax, and Vehicle License Fees. SAC is recommending continued use of the General Fund Contribution of $200,000, and a 0.1% increase in Sales Tax for sidewalk repair. He reviewed success measures and issues to address over the next three to five years. He stated that sidewalk expansion is SAC’s second priority and identified 19 miles of expansion needed to help pedestrians progress across the City. He reviewed potential cost control strategies, and said SAC recommends a Levy Lid Lift for the November 2019 Ballot to raise $100 Million over a period of 10 years. He asked for the Councils’ feedback on the pros and cons of increasing sales tax, and about past and present barriers impeding sidewalk improvement.
Councilmembers spoke about the current property tax climate and cautioned against placing additional financial burden on property owners. They were receptive to the consideration of increasing the sales tax in an effort to have everyone contribute to the funding for sidewalks. They explained that a lack of funding and other City priorities have been the only barriers to sidewalk improvement. They called attention to the fact that some neighborhoods are not interested in having sidewalks, but said their support is still needed, and suggested presenting a plan that emphasizes child safety.
Tim Friedrichsen, SAC, shared that committee members walked the streets of Shoreline to better understand ADA issues, and observed that most repairs are required due to trees and slope grades. He spoke about the need to integrate sidewalk repair issues with tree/park issues. He recommended publicizing complex sidewalk issues and engaging the public to encourage them to take care of their own property. He explained that strategies for new sidewalks includes right surface, right location, right tree, and address water regulations, cost control, green stormwater structures, safe passage, expansion, and public education. He talked about alternative sidewalk treatments, asked Council if there is support for sidewalk expansion, and what information SAC can provide them to assist in their decision making.
Councilmembers stated they support retaining current standards for ADA compliance, improving safety, and looking at alternative sidewalk treatments that meet the City’s surface water management requirements. They agreed that it may be practical to have different standards in different areas of the City, but cautioned against sending the wrong message to developers about the minimum required standards.
Mr. Anderson stated that the Sidewalk Prioritization Scorecard provides options to have both standard and alternative treatments for sidewalks with the goal of providing better connection throughout the City.
At 6:45 p.m. the meeting adjourned.
/s/ Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk
CITY OF SHORELINE
SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, April 9, 2018 Council Chambers - Shoreline City Hall
7:00 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North
PRESENT: Mayor Hall, Deputy Mayor Salomon, Councilmembers McGlashan, McConnell, Chang, and Roberts
ABSENT: Councilmember Scully
1. CALL TO ORDER
At 7:00 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall who presided.
2. FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL
Mayor Hall led the flag salute. Upon roll call by the Deputy City Clerk, all Councilmembers were present with the exception of Councilmember Scully.
Deputy Mayor Salomon moved to excuse Councilmember Scully for personal reasons. The motion was seconded by Councilmember McConnell, and passed unanimously, 6-0.
3. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER
Debbie Tarry, City Manager, provided reports and updates on various City meetings, projects and events.
4. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember McConnell reported attending a SeaShore Transportation Forum Meeting, and shared that Karen Wolf, King County Executive Office, provided a presentation on growth management planning and noted that regional growth projections are on target. She shared that Kamuron Gurol, Sound Transit Corridor Development Director, gave a presentation and update on State Route (SR) 522/523 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), and said he complimented the City of Shoreline for proactive planning on this effort. Mayor Hall added that elected officials and agency representatives are also meeting to address issues related to SR 522/523 BRT.
Mayor Hall reported touring the Northgate Link Light Rail Station and speaking with Congressmember Rick Larsen about Shoreline’s Legislative Priorities. He reported attending the King County Go Green Conference on sustainability, the Salish Sea Ecosystem Conference, and that the Council received an update from the Sidewalk Advisory Committee at tonight’s Workshop Dinner Meeting.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Sara and Geneva Betnel, Shoreline residents, asked Shoreline residents and Councilmembers to give up using plastic disposable straws, and shared their negative impact on the environment.
Katie Beck, Shoreline resident and CityWise Graduate, spoke about gun violence prevention and asked Councilmembers to consider adopting a resolution for gun safety.
6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon motion by Councilmember Roberts and seconded by Councilmember McConnell and unanimously carried, 6-0, the following Consent Calendar items were approved:
(a) Approving Minutes of Special Meeting of March 5, 2018 and Special Meeting of
March 16-17, 2018
(b) Approving Expenses and Payroll as of March 23, 2018 in the Amount of
$2,868,658.44
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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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2/11/18-2/24/18 |
3/2/2018 |
76939-77169 |
15458-15490 |
69673-69678 |
$636,837.22 |
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2/25/18-3/10/18 |
3/16/2018 |
77170-77387 |
15491-15503 |
69794-69799 |
$623,353.90 |
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$1,260,191.12 |
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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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3/7/2018 |
69619 |
69640 |
$246,312.58 |
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3/7/2018 |
69641 |
69671 |
$57,871.36 |
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3/7/2018 |
69672 |
69672 |
$1,978.14 |
|||
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3/15/2018 |
69679 |
69688 |
$51,452.95 |
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3/15/2018 |
69689 |
69700 |
$58,088.08 |
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3/21/2018 |
69701 |
69702 |
$122,558.25 |
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3/22/2018 |
69703 |
69723 |
$106,918.86 |
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3/22/2018 |
69724 |
69743 |
$791,505.42 |
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3/22/2018 |
69744 |
69768 |
$38,292.70 |
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3/22/2018 |
69769 |
69793 |
$133,488.98 |
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$1,608,467.32 |
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(c) Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into Amendment No. 1 to the
Wastewater Utility Operating Services Agreement Between the City of Shoreline and Ronald Wastewater District
8. STUDY ITEMS
(a) Discussing Ordinance No. 814 - Amending Ordinance No. 812 for Uncompleted
2017 Operating and Capital Projects and Increasing Appropriations in the 2018 Budget
Sara Lane, Administrative Services Director, and Rick Kirkwood, Budget Supervisor provided the staff presentation. Ms. Lane explained that Ordinance No. 814 reappropriates funds that were budgeted in 2017 but not expended. She reviewed carryover items and said the total amounts to $10.8 Million. She stated that the reappropriation brings the total 2018 Budget to $91.2 Million, and noted the ending funding balance increased by a little over $2 Million.
Mayor Hall stated he is pleased that funds for the Continuous Improvement Project were reappropriated to 2018, and said he hopes to see expenditures made in the year that they were budgeted for.
(b) Discussing Ordinances No. 815 - Amending the 2018 Budget, and 820 - Amending
Shoreline Municipal Code Chapter 3.35 Establishing a Park Impact Fees Fund and a Housing Trust Fund
Sara Lane, Administrative Services Director, and Rick Kirkwood, Budget Supervisor, provided the staff presentation. Ms. Lane explained that Ordinance No. 815 increases the 2018 expenditure appropriation by $1.5 Million, bringing the Amended 2018 Budget to just under $92.7 Million, and increases the City’s Full-time Employment Count by .09. She said the projected variance from the 2018 beginning fund balance is $1.7 Million ahead of what was originally anticipated.
Ms. Lane explained that Ordinance No. 820 establishes the City’s Parks Impact Fee Fund and Housing Trust Fund, and said the Ordinance is scheduled for adoption on April 23, 2018.
Mayor Hall called attention to Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services’ investment in offering healthier choices in food and utilizing composting supplies, and expressed appreciation for staff’s support of the City’s environmental policies and sustainability efforts. He acknowledged and thanked Deputy Mayor Salomon for his work on the Best Starts for Kids Advisory Board, and acknowledged the countywide tax revenue that is coming back to the City.
Councilmember McConnell thanked Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services staff for adding more summer camps for kids.
(c) Discussing the 2017 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Financial Report
Sara Lane, Administrative Services Director, and Rick Kirkwood, Budget Supervisor, provided the staff presentation. Ms. Lane presented 2017 Citywide Financial Activity for Revenue Fund Performance for Property Tax, Sales Tax, Utility Tax, Development, Parks and Recreations, and Investment Income. She pointed out that the decrease in Utility Tax revenue is attributed to the decrease in telecommunication tax. She reviewed 2017 General Fund Expenditures by Department, Sales Tax by Sector, Permits by Type, Recreation Revenue by Program Area, Fuel Tax, and Real Estate Excise Tax collections.
Ms. Lane explained that the 2018 General Fund Balance of $13 Million reflects the carryovers from the 2017 Budget, and said the City is exceeding its Reserve requirement by $7.3 Million. She noted that funds are being set aside for the Maintenance Facility, and are included in the General Fund Balance. She then reviewed other fund balances.
Mayor Hall thanked staff for calling attention to the savings for the Maintenance Facility.
9. ADJOURNMENT
At 7:37 p.m., Mayor Hall declared the meeting adjourned.
/S/Bonita Roznos, Deputy City Clerk