SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

The purpose of these minutes is to capture a high-level summary of Council’s discussion and action. This is not a verbatim transcript. Meeting video and audio is available on the City’s website.

Monday, June 12, 2023 Council Chambers - Shoreline City Hall

7:00 p.m. 17500 Midvale Avenue North

PRESENT: Mayor Keith Scully, Deputy Mayor Betsy Robertson, and Councilmembers John Ramsdell, Laura Mork, Doris McConnell, Eben Pobee and Chris Roberts

ABSENT: None.

1. CALL TO ORDER

At 7:00 p.m., the meeting was called to order by Mayor Scully who presided.

2. FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL

Upon roll call by the City Clerk, all Councilmembers were present.

(a) Proclamation of Juneteenth

Mayor Scully announced the proclamation of Juneteenth on June 19, 2023.

3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.

4. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER

Bristol Ellington, City Manager, reported on various City meetings, projects, and events.

5. COUNCIL REPORTS

Councilmember Mork said she attended a WRIA 8 meeting to discuss governance and capital wastewater plans.

Mayor Scully reported that several Councilmembers attended Celebrate Pride at the Shoreline Farmer’s Market.

6. PUBLIC COMMENT

The Council heard comments from the public from approximately 7:03 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. Written comments were also submitted to Council prior to the meeting and are available on the City’s website.

Jonelle Kemmerling, Shoreline, spoke about tree preservation and improving information sharing among City staff.

Kathleen Russell, Shoreline, shared comments in favor of tree preservation.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR

Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Robertson and seconded and unanimously carried, 7-0, the following Consent Calendar items were approved:

(a) Approval of Expenses and Payroll as of May June 2, 2023 in the Amount of $5,820,829.27

(b) Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Osborn Consulting in the Amount of $693,356 for the Stormwater Pipe Repair and Small Drainage Projects

(c) Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract with Always Active Services in the Amount of $1,475,967 for Construction of the Midblock Crossing and Citywide Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons and Radar Speed Signs Project

8.	ACTION ITEMS

(a) Action on Resolution No. 512 - Amending the Fee Schedule to Provide For Fees for Authorized Removal of Significant Trees in Cottage Developments

Elise Keim, Senior Planner, presented Resolution No. 512 which provides a fee schedule for authorized tree removal on cottage developments. She stated the proposed fees would go into the City’s fee schedule.

Councilmember McConnell moved to pass proposed Resolution No. 512 revising the fee schedule to include fees for the authorized removal of trees on cottage developments. The motion was seconded.

A Councilmember asked how people could address tree removal if a tree becomes hazardous and residents are affected. Ms. Keim answered that the revised tree code still exempts hazardous trees in cottage housing developments, and a qualified arborist must determine if a tree is hazardous and exempt from the fee. She added that in certain circumstances, the City must conduct a site visit to verify statements made to the City regarding a tree’s condition.

The motion passed 7-0.

(b) Public Hearing and Action on the Reprogramming of Community Development Block Grant Funding

Mary Reidy, Recreation, Cultural and Community Services Director, discussed reprogramming Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to allocate $65,000 to fix sewer problems at The Oaks emergency housing shelter. She explained that the sewer issue is causing operations to cease and affecting 60 individuals in the facility. The repair is estimated to be between $55,000 to $65,000. The funds would cover the cost of the repair and any remaining will return to the original fund. Ms. Reidy stated that The Oaks and Lake City Partners have contributed $20,000 to fix some of the sewer, but it is not a complete solution. The sewer is currently being augered and there is potential for it to collapse at any time. Staff recommends approval of $65,000 for the sewer project.

Mayor Scully opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no members of the public wishing to offer comments, Mayor Scully closed the Public Hearing.

Ms. Reidy stated that Catholic Community Services, the owner of The Oaks property, and King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA) have been approached about the sewer, but both stated they do not have the ability to fund the project. A Councilmember asked if The Oaks is under legal obligation to maintain the premises, and Margaret King, City Attorney, clarified that property maintenance is a part of the operations agreement for The Oaks. Concern was shared over maintenance responsibility as the building is old and the City should not be put in a position to maintain a building it does not own. Councilmembers expressed support for the allocation, stating the sewer would require even more resources and displace residents if it collapsed, but emphasized a need for a discussion on responsibility and accountability for future maintenance. Mayor Scully requested that staff reach out to KCRHA about funding services managed by the agency in relation to the current budget contribution.

Councilmember Pobee moved to reprogram use of Capital Funding in the amount of $65,000 for the Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness - The Oaks Enhanced Shelter Sewer Repair Project. The motion was seconded and carried 7-0.

Jeff Raker, Senior Transportation Manager, explained the history of the Commute Trip Reduction Plan, stating the current Plan is active through June 30, 2023. Ordinance No. 989 would utilize the State’s option to defer updates and extend the current Plan through June 30, 2025. Mr. Raker stated that guidance from the State is expected by this August and will include new four-year targets and program strategies that are responsive to their climate and equity policy, and some administrative changes. Staff is expected to begin work on the update in 2024 and will submit to the State by the end of next year.

Mayor Scully opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no members of the public wishing to offer comments, Mayor Scully closed the Public Hearing.

Mayor Scully stated Adoption of Ordinance No. 989 will come back on the Consent Calendar on June 26, 2023.

9.	ADJOURNMENT

At 7:41 p.m., Mayor Scully declared the meeting adjourned.

/s/ Jessica Simulcik Smith, City Clerk