CITY OF SHORELINE

SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL

SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

Monday, April 16, 2018 Council Chambers - Shoreline City Hall

7:00 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North

PRESENT: Mayor Hall, Deputy Mayor Salomon, Councilmembers Scully, McConnell, Chang, and Roberts

ABSENT: Councilmember McGlashan

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 City Clerk, all Councilmembers were present with the exception of Deputy Mayor Salomon, and Councilmembers McGlashan and McConnell. Mayor Hall announced that Deputy Mayor Salomon and Councilmember McConnell will be in attendance at the meeting this evening, and that Councilmember McGlashan is absent for personal reasons.

Councilmember Scully moved to excused Councilmember McGlashan for personal reasons. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Chang and passed, unanimously, 4-0.

(a) Proclamation of Earth Day

Mayor Hall read a proclamation declaring April 22, 2018 as Earth Day in the City of Shoreline. Diane Brewster accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Friends of Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Ms. Brewster thanked Council for the proclamation and shared that the Friends of Richmond Beach Saltwater Park was formed to help with native habitat restoration. She spoke about the importance it plays in teaching students to be responsible for their environment.

Deputy Mayor Salomon arrived to the meeting at 7:03 p.m.

3. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER

Debbie Tarry, City Manager, provided reports and updates on various City meetings, projects and events.

4. COUNCIL REPORTS

Mayor Hall announced that he was appointed to the Killer Whale Recovery Task Force by Governor Inslee, and he thanked the Friends of Richmond Beach Saltwater Park for the work they have performed to restore the hillside over the past ten years.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT

Richard Shilling, Shoreline resident, apologized to Deputy Mayor Salomon for verbally attacking him last week. He then stated his continued opposition to the rechannelization of Richmond Beach Road and asked the Council to reexamine their decision.

Lathan Wene, Shoreline resident, invited Council and the Community to the Special Olympics event this weekend at Shoreline Stadium.

6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR

Upon motion by Councilmember Roberts and seconded by Councilmember Scully and unanimously carried, 5-0, the following Consent Calendar items were approved:

(a) Approving Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 5, 2018 and Workshop Dinner

Meeting of March 26, 2018

(b) Adopting the 2018 Comprehensive Plan Docket

(c) Adopting Ordinance No. 817 - Amending the SMC Title 3 to Establish a New

Section 3.01.025 Affordable Housing Fee in Lieu

(d) Motion Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract Amendment in an

Amount of $11,527 with KONE, Inc. for Elevator Improvements and Repair at

Shoreline City Hall for a Total Contract Amount of $52,265

(e) Adopting Shoreline's Federal Legislative Agenda

8. ACTION ITEMS

(a) Adopting Ordinance No. 818 - Repealing Shoreline Municipal Code Chapter 9.05 Public Disturbance Noise and Replacing it with a New Chapter 9.05 Noise Control

Brian Lee, Senior Planner, provided the staff presentation. He recounted Council's concerns with Ordinance No. 818 Noise Code Amendment that were discussed at the April 2, 2018 Study Session. He said staff's recommended amendments to address those concerns are to: keep the decibel level thresholds as identified in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC); change time parameters to omit “daytime” and “nighttime” and replace them with “weekday” and “weekend”; use finite language in identifying public nuisance noise types; remove modifier “amplified and unamplified”, but retain hours for emphasis, and also include “or anytime”. He said SMC 9.05.070(4) now reads “Yelling, shouting, whistling, and singing, which unreasonably interferes with the peace, comfort and repose of property owners or possessors, particularly during the hours of 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Weekdays and 10:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Weekends, or at any time and place so as to unreasonably disturb or interfere with peace, comfort and repose of owners or possessors of real property”. He said staff recommends adoption of Ordinance No. 818, as revised, with an effective date of August 1, 2018.

Councilmember Roberts moved adoption of Ordinance No. 818 as presented by staff. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Chang.

Councilmembers Roberts thanked staff for addressing Council's concerns and bringing back a stronger Ordinance. He asked how the Police would respond to noise emitting from Shoreline Stadium. Mr. Lee responded that the noise regulation is based on a complaint system and someone would have to complain, otherwise there will not be an investigation by the Police or the Customer Response Team. He said the Ordinance is intended to provide clarity of decibel levels for staff and should not change the status quo.

Deputy Mayor Salomon expressed his desire to modify some of the decibel levels in the Ordinance, and said he is disappointed that the Department of Ecology does not allow for it. He is concerned about everyday noises, like someone working on a motorcycle in their driveway, resulting in a violation of the noise code. He said he wishes there was more flexibility, and he does not want to rely on police discretion to enforce the code, therefore, he expressed he will be voting no.

Councilmember Scully agreed with Deputy Mayor Salomon, and stated a law should not be written to have to rely on the Police to enforce it well. He said he does not have a problem with the decibels levels, but stated the changes made to 9.05.070(4) narrows the lists of sounds, and he would like them to be broader.

Councilmember Chang asked about 9.05.060(B) Exemptions, and if it includes activities at the Shoreline Stadium. Margaret King, City Attorney, responded that those activities are not City sponsored events.

Mayor Hall said the proposed code is not perfect, but it is an improvement to the current code.

The motion passed 4-1 with Deputy Mayor Salomon voting no.

9. STUDY ITEMS

(a) Discussing Regional Economic Development Initiative

Mayor Hall welcomed Bob Drewel, Regional Economic Development Alliance, and Dan Eernissee, Economic Development Manager. Mr. Drewel explained that the Regional Economic Development Alliance provides an opportunity for private and public sectors to come together to present the region as a good place to do business for both domestic and international companies. He provided background on the development of the Alliance and the charge to Seattle to lead the process of identifying best practices for future economic and trade developments, and to bring broad-based jobs and opportunities to residents in the Puget Sound Region. He talked about the work groups formed to develop operating modes for a regional economic development organization, and presented activities the Region can perform to support economic development. He reported the Alliance is on schedule to reach their $2 Million fundraising goal, is currently interviewing for a Chief Executive Officer, and hiring a consultant to develop a strategic plan. He said people can participate on the Executive Board, Leadership Council, or the Investor Board.

Councilmember Scully expressed concern that only high paying technology jobs are being recruited to the region and he wants to ensure other jobs are included. Mr. Drewel acknowledged the loss of medium and small size businesses, and noted there will be a focus on those businesses.

Councilmembers Roberts asked how elected officials will be selected to serve on the Executive Board, and how the Alliance can help level the playing field so that cities benefit proportionately from economic growth in the region. Mr. Drewel stated the Alliance consists of the Snohomish County Executive and County Council Chair, and elected officials from the City of Everett, Port of Everett, City of Bellevue, City of Seattle, and the Sound Cities Association. He said the City of Tacoma is very supportive and that they are still working with Pierce County. He said the private sector is the key to their success, and he encouraged Council to increase its activity on the King County Economic Development Council and Sound Cities Association, and to continue investing in housing and embracing transit oriented development.

Deputy Mayor Salomon asked if the Alliance is asking for funds to support this effort, and how many years it will take for the plan to succeed. Mr. Drewel responded that a $5,000 one-time investment would be good, and it is a five year plan that will yield precise, consistent, and accurate data for the presentation and marketing of Shoreline and the region. A constant set of metrics will also be provided to make sure the Alliance is delivering.

Councilmember Chang asked for assurance that smaller cities will be represented. Mr. Drewel responded that this is a regional economic development alliance, and you cannot represent a region, and not represent the smaller municipalities.

Mayor Hall inquired about the Alliance’s recognition of the need to preserve the quality of life that makes this region a great place to live, like ensuring there is a viable transportation system and protecting the Puget Sound, as population growth occurs. Mr. Drewel responded that all quality of life aspects will be considered and investors will pay attention to those issues.

Mayor Hall confirmed that Councilmembers support investing $5,000 in the Regional Economic Development Alliance, and asked staff to bring back a list of regional organizations the City contributes to, and identify what the benefits are.

Deputy Mayor Salomon stated that he is happy to support providing economic development funds toward this effort with the understanding that the Alliance will work to recruit jobs for the middle and working class segments of the population.

Councilmember Scully stated he wants Shoreline money focused on Shoreline instead of regional efforts.

Councilmember Roberts stated he believes that Shoreline benefits from regional organizational efforts and supports the investment. He expressed concern that when agencies are not members of some organizations it precludes them from having a seat on the board and influencing outcomes. He said having a seat at the table is important, and recommended that labor representatives be on the panels.

(b) Discussing Ordinance No. 819 - Subdivision Procedure Code Amendment

Senior Planners Steve Szafran and Brian Lee provided the staff presentation. Mr. Szafran explained the need to provide clarity and add formal procedures for processing and reviewing applications for Subdivisions in the Development Code. He explained the purpose of a subdivision and said they fall into the categories of Short Subdivision, Formal Subdivision, or a Binding Site Plan. He reviewed the steps staff currently follow to approve a subdivision, and said staff is proposing to add Option A - Subdivision without development; Option B - Subdivision with development; and Option C - Consolidated subdivision to the Development Code. He stated the Planning Commission recommended approval of Ordinance No. 819, and that it is scheduled for adoption on April 30, 2018.

Councilmember Roberts asked if the proposed changes affects unit lots. Mr. Szafran replied no.

Councilmember Chang said it makes sense to allow people who are ready, to go through the process in parallel fashion.

Councilmember Scully asked if these changes affect public comment opportunities. Mr. Szafran that it does not.

Mayor Hall asked how the public can be assured that in Option C-Consolidated Subdivision the developer will build the frontage improvements after the houses are built. Mr. Lee responded that the developer is required to secure a bond for the frontage improvements.

Councilmember McConnell arrived to the meeting at 8:12 p.m.

John Norris, Assistant City Manager, provided the staff presentation. He noted the 2018-2020 Council Goals were discussed at the Council’s Strategic Planning Workshop held March 16, and 17, 2018. He presented 2018-2020 Proposed Council Goals are:

Goal 1: Strengthen Shoreline’s economic climate and opportunities

Goal 2: Improve Shoreline’s infrastructure to continue the delivery of highly-valued

public services

Goal 3: Continue preparation for regional mass transit in Shoreline

Goal 4: Expand the City’s focus on equity and inclusion to enhance opportunities for

community engagement

Goal 5: Promote and enhance the City’s safe community and neighborhood programs

and initiatives

Mayor Hall expressed appreciation for the work staff has done on the Council Goals and said he approves of adding the words "and advocating for funding for sidewalks". Councilmember Roberts called attention to language in Goal 3 indicating it should say "with 61% of the vote".

10. ADJOURNMENT

At 8:18 p.m., Mayor Hall declared the meeting adjourned.

/s/Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk