Monday, June 10, 2002 7:30 p.m.

Shoreline Conference Center, Mt. Rainier Room

PRESENT: Mayor Jepsen, Deputy Mayor Grossman, Councilmembers Chang, Gustafson, Hansen, Montgomery and Ransom

ABSENT: None

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL

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

3. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

City Manager Steve Burkett reminded Council that the June 17 workshop has been cancelled. He also noted that a press release has been sent out regarding enforcement of Shoreline’s policy that dogs must always be on a leash when outside the owner’s private property. He said that King County Animal Control will be stepping up enforcement by issuing citations to violators. He concluded by calling attention to the new interpretative signs at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.

4. REPORTS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: none

5. PUBLIC COMMENT:

(a) Evelyn Phillips, Shoreline, raised an issue about drivers who are not stopping at the westbound stop sign at the intersection of 10^th Avenue NW and NW 200^th Street. She reported that by her informal traffic count, there were 73 legal stops and 73 illegal stops in a two-hour period.

(b) David Townsend, Shoreline, asked for resolution of several matters regarding the intersection of 15^th Avenue NE and 170^th Street, including:

• whether the area between 170^th and 165^th is a school zone;
• the status of installation of "green arrow" pedestrian signs and "smart studs";
• the beginning and ending points for the North City corridor; and
• outcome of the Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Count on 15^th Avenue;

He also wished to review the revised design for 15^th Avenue NE.

(c) Don Scoby, Shoreline, also asked for information regarding various types of traffic citations and the State laws outlining driver responsibilities with regard to pedestrians. He said he had been told that seven citations were issues for pedestrian violations in 2000, eight in 2001, and none this year. He felt more citations should be given to enhance pedestrian safety. He commented on the dangers he has faced as a pedestrian in Shoreline.

(d) Debra Todd, Shoreline, reported on plans to pay tribute to memorialize the events of September 11 through a "Day of Unity." She asked for Council support of the events and a proclamation of a "Day of Unity." She said her group plans to involve prominent individuals in the community and that the idea has overwhelming support from the individuals she has contacted.

Addressing Ms. Phillips’ issue, Police Chief Denise Pentony explained that traffic enforcement complaints are either referred to the Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program, investigated by the Traffic Department, or assigned to the district officer to monitor the intersection as time allows. She said the department will investigate this complaint.

Councilmember Hansen agreed with Ms. Phillips that this stop signs poses a problem. He mentioned several intersections in Richmond Beach and one in Innis Arden about which he hears complaints.

Mayor Jepsen suggested more visibility for traffic enforcement by parking "retired" patrol cars in conspicuous places to encourage compliance with traffic laws.

Responding to Mr. Townsend, Mr. Burkett said the area in question is not a school zone. Children do not have to cross 15^th Avenue NE to get to school. Pedestrian arrows have been considered, but the City has elected to not do any other incremental changes at the intersection at this time. "Smart studs" will be evaluated by the design team. He concluded that the City is currently conducting an ADT count on 15^th Avenue NE.

Paul Haines, Public Works Director, added that there is signage on the road that could be used in a school zone. This is a carry over from the past when the School District boundaries may have crossed 15^th Avenue NE. He said the signage will not be changed until it can be verified by the School District that there are no plans to change the school boundaries in the future.

Mr. Haines described meetings with Mr. Townsend and other groups interested in pedestrian safety. He felt those he had talked to understood that there is a process to resolve all the issues in the North City Corridor. On June 24 the work plan for pedestrian safety, neighborhood traffic mitigation and the North City Bbusiness Ddistrict improvements will come forward. Pedestrian safety is the component of the project that will move the most quickly.

Responding to Mayor Jepsen, Mr. Haines said the scope of the project is from 145^th Street to 188^th – 192^nd Street.

Councilmember Hansen confirmed that the segment from 155^th Street to 172^nd Street will be the priority portion of the project. Mr. Haines said resources will be concentrated in this area, but all phases of the project will be moving forward.

Addressing Ms. Todd, Mayor Jepsen said the City will support a September 11 event to whatever degree it can. Certainly a mayoral proclamation can be provided. Staff will follow-up to determine what else might be involved.

Councilmember Montgomery suggested a "Day of Unity and Remembrance."

6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

7. CONSENT CALENDAR

Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute an interlocal

8. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT

(a) David Townsend, Shoreline, reported on the creation of the T.I.A. Foundation, dedicated to traffic intersection awareness. The purpose of the foundation is to educate and inform school children, drivers and the public of traffic intersection risks and traffic safety issues. He said there will be a Green Light Relay on June 15, 2002 sponsored by the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Youth Council and the YMCA. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for the community to come together to raise awareness and money for pedestrian safety in memory of Tia Townsend. Proceeds will go to the foundation. There will be a variety of activities, including games, music, and food.

(b) Don Scoby, Shoreline, asked for information one the number of traffic citations given for a variety of infractions. He also asked for information regarding the State laws relating to pedestrians.

Mr. Burkett directed Mr. Scoby to the City Clerk for his information requests.

9. ADJOURNMENT

At 8:12 p.m., Mayor Jepsen declared the meeting adjourned.

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Sharon Mattioli, CMC

City Clerk