CITY OF SHORELINE

CITY OF SHORELINE

SHORELINE CITY COUNCIL

SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

Monday, April 22, 2002

7:30 p.m.

Shoreline Conference Center

Mt. Rainier Room

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

ABSENT: Mayor Jepsen

1. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Deputy Mayor Grossman, who presided.

2. FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL

Upon roll call by the City Clerk, all Councilmembers were present, with the exception of Councilmember Montgomery, who arrived shortly thereafter, and Mayor Jepsen.

Upon motion by Councilmember Gustafson, seconded by Councilmember Hansen and carried 5 - 0, Mayor Jepsen was excused.

(b) Proclamation of "Shorewood High School Chamber Ensemble Week"

Deputy Mayor Grossman proclaimed the week of April 29, 2002 as Shorewood High School Chamber Ensemble Week in honor of the ensemble's first place finish in its division at the Northwest Orchestra Festival at Mt. Hood Community College. He presented the proclamation to Dan Wing, Director of the Shorewood High School Chamber Ensemble.

Councilmember Montgomery arrived at 7:40 p.m.

Next, Deputy Mayor Grossman proclaimed the week of April 21, 2002 as Volunteer Week in honor of volunteers in the Shoreline community.

(a) Legislative Update by Rep. Chase

Community and Government Relations Manager Joyce Nichols introduced 32^nd District State Representative Maralyn Chase.

Representative Chase noted her committee memberships. She acknowledged that the legislature failed to preserve most of the State backfill funding for the sales tax equalization revenues cities lost after passage of Initiative 695. She expressed hope that the legislature will be able to reinstate the backfill funding as the economy improves.

Continuing, Representative Chase mentioned that she proposed legislation to amend the Growth Management Act (GMA) to address growth issues. She identified water as an environmental issue with which she is primarily concerned. She noted reductions in State education funding to Shoreline. She also discussed economic development, particularly in terms of high-technology resources. She advocated inclusion of suburban city councils as full partners in these efforts. She discussed a plan to hold a House Trade and Economic Development Committee hearing at the Shoreline Conference Center in late May or early June. She explained the intent of the hearing to reconceptualize the tools used to discuss economic development in a rapidly-changing economy.

Finally, Representative Chase expressed disappointment that the legislature was unable to pass prescription drug reform.

Councilmember Montgomery requested more information about Representative Chase's interest in growth management. Representative Chase said 40 percent of the growth in state population between now and 2050 will result from unintended pregnancies. She expressed her support for the proposal by nonprofit organization Zero Population Growth to attach reproductive health clinics to growth management plans. She also expressed interest in how property development occurs and in water issues, fish and the fishing industry, and wetlands protection.

In response to Councilmember Ransom, Representative Chase summarized the process by which the legislature put the State transportation funding package on the November election ballot. She said she supported passage of the package by the legislature. She noted her intention to work hard to insure voter approval of the package.

Councilmember Ransom noted that the legislature voted to securitize a portion of future tobacco settlement payments. He identified taxes on electronic pulltabs as the only new revenue the legislature debated. Noting the $1.5 billion State budget deficit projected next year, he asked about other possible sources of new revenue. Representative Chase expressed her support for a graduated net income tax in Washington State.

Councilmember Ransom said a stronger orientation to customer service by the State would make people more willing to support the State. He went on to assert the importance of higher productivity by State employees. He mentioned that work by Arthur Young and Associates at King County improved efficiency and saved 15 to 30 percent in every department. He noted that consultant pay was contingent on cost savings from increased productivity. Representative Chase supported Councilmember Ransom's recommendation of a similar initiative to improve State efficiency. She said the legislature passed civil service reform, which will include some "contracting out," in which State employees may compete.

Councilmember Gustafson expressed appreciation for Representative Chase's comments about the importance of education. He said education is a key component of the Shoreline community. He asked how citizens can require the legislature to fully fund education mandates. Representative Chase said every legislator is acutely aware of the "paramount responsibility" to educate the children of the state. She attributed the problem of education funding to a lack of money, not a lack of will. She expressed hope that the economic recovery will minimize the State budget deficit. She asserted the need for tax reform.

Councilmember Hansen expressed concern about diverting tobacco settlement funds from the health care programs for which the State intended to use them. He said the State frequently uses funds collected for one purpose for another purpose. He noted this as a key reason for the current taxpayer revolt. Representative Chase agreed.

Deputy Mayor Grossman thanked Representative Chase for participating in the meeting. He suggested that Council invite all three of Shoreline's State legislators to a future dinner meeting.

Noting the large number of people in the audience, Deputy Mayor Grossman suggested that Council take public comment next.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT:

(a) LaNita Wacker, Shoreline, noted the date as the 32^nd anniversary of Earth Day. She said she has previously requested that Council form an environmental quality commission. She mentioned the property at 150^th Street and 25^th Avenue NE formerly owned by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). She objected to "No Trespassing" signs recently installed at the site.

(b) Ralph Huntzinger, Shoreline, identified himself as the Director of the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association. He invited Councilmembers to attend association meetings.

(c) Dennis Lee, Shoreline, identified himself as Assistant Director of the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association. He said the association voted April 18 to oppose the City decision to allow the Aegis Assisted Living development on 1^st Avenue NE south of 155^th Street to proceed.

(d) Bill Bear, Shoreline, asserted that higher population density and increased traffic in an area will result in more collisions.

(e) Angeline Johnston, Shoreline, suggested taxing pesticides. She advocated more City and State action regarding pesticides.

(f) Doug Hamilton, Shoreline, noted ongoing motorist confusion about stopping for pedestrians crossing 15^th Avenue NE at NE 170^th Street. He advocated the installation of a traffic light at the intersection or rechannelization of 15^th Avenue NE to two lanes and a center left-turn lane.

(g) Janet Way, Shoreline, identified herself as President of Thornton Creek Legal Defense Fund and of Paramount Park Neighborhood Group. She said the neighborhood is implementing a habitat restoration project with the help of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. She asserted that the Aegis Assisted Living development site "is an abomination against the City's code and morality."

(h) Tim Crawford, Shoreline, characterized the ruling by King County Superior Court Judge Sharon Armstrong regarding the property at 2330 N 156^th Place as a victory for fish. He asserted the applicability of the ruling to the Aegis Assisted Living development.

(i) Patty Crawford, Shoreline, noted Judge Armstrong's ruling that "the piped watercourse under the defendant's property is a stream." She said this watercourse goes on to flow behind the Aegis Assisted Living north building site. She objected that the City has put the burden of protecting the environment in Shoreline on her family. She distributed a map illustrating the location of the discovery of a Chinook salmon. She said the Thornton Creek Alliance has withdrawn its support for the Aegis Assisted Living development. She urged Council to stop work at the Aegis Assisted Living development.

(j) Harold Crawford, Shoreline, read from a November 26, 2001 letter from Douglas G. Hennick, Area Habitat Biologist, State of Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to the City Department of Planning and Development Services.

(k) Stan Terry, Shoreline, supported Ms. Wacker's request that Council form an environmental quality commission.

(l) Joseph Green, Shoreline, said demonstrations at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street will continue to help prevent pedestrian fatality accidents. He requested Council help.

(m) Angelique Ambers, Shoreline, advocated the installation of a stop light at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

(n) Jennifer Green, Shoreline, requested installation of a stop light and other traffic safety devices at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

(o) Lynn Trickey and Lisa Pedgrow, Shoreline, presented a petition, signed by 250 Shorecrest High School students, in support of the installation of a stop light at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

(p) Sylvia Townsend, Shoreline, advocated installation of a traffic light at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

(q) Chris Egan, Shoreline, noted longstanding problems at the intersection at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. He advocated corrective action.

Deputy Mayor Grossman supported Council consideration of the formation of an environmental quality commission. He commented that the City does not own the property at 150^th Street and 25^th Avenue NE formerly owned by the DNR. He encouraged residents to contact the Shoreline Water District and the Shoreline School District with concerns about the property.

Deputy Mayor Grossman said pending litigation prevents Council from discussing the Aegis Assisted Living development.

Deputy Mayor Grossman said the City has obtained a crosswalk light for installation at the intersection at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. He noted agenda item 8 (a), which concerns an agreement for engineering design services for 15^th Avenue NE.

3. REPORT OF CITY MANAGER

City Manager Steve Burkett acknowledged longstanding traffic safety problems on 15^th Avenue NE. He said the City has been making improvements. He noted that 13 of the City's 62 traffic signals are located on 15^th Avenue NE. He said the City installed traffic lights on 15^th Avenue NE at NE 165^th Street and at NE 172nd Street within the past two years. He mentioned that the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes funding for safety improvements on 15^th Avenue NE. He explained the need to follow the procedures of the Uniform Manual for Traffic Devices (e.g., evaluating options for the intersection at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street). Referring to agenda item 8 (a), he said staff proposes that the City hire an engineering firm to evaluate the 15^th Avenue NE corridor and to recommend improvements. He said the City will then implement the improvements.

On another issue, Mr. Burkett said the City has not received an application from Bethel Lutheran Church for a special-use permit for a tent shelter encampment on church property.

In response to Councilmember Ransom, City Attorney Ian Sievers discussed the Aegis Assisted Living development. He said staff reviewed building permit revisions that Aegis submitted for the north site at its property. He expressed confidence that the revisions comply with the City code and with the most recent decision of the Shoreline Hearing Examiner regarding the Aegis development. He said Aegis is therefore entitled to a building permit. He went on to explain that Council cannot interject itself into the issue of the Aegis development. Referring to case law and State law, he noted the potential legal and financial liability to the City of such Council action.

4. REPORTS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: None

RECESS

At 8:55 p.m., Deputy Mayor Grossman declared a five-minute recess. The meeting reconvened at 9 p.m.

6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

Councilmember Ransom moved approval of the agenda. Councilmember Gustafson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, and the agenda was approved.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR

Councilmember Ransom moved approval of the consent calendar. Councilmember Hansen seconded the motion, which carried 6-0, and the following items were approved:

Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 25, 2002

Minutes of Workshop Meeting of April 1, 2002

Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 8, 2002

Approval of expenses and payroll as of April 12, 2002 in the amount of $954,686.91

Ordinance 300 amending Section 10.20.010 of the Shoreline Municipal Code by lowering the speed limit on 27^th Ave. NE, from NE 145^th St. to NE 158^th St., from 30 miles per hour to 25 miles per hour

8. ACTION ITEMS: OTHER ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS

(a) Motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for engineering design services for North City/15^th Ave NE

Public Works Director Paul Haines said staff is working hard to expedite the design and improvements along the 15^th Avenue NE corridor. He reviewed the staff report. He anticipated that the City will concentrate on safety improvements and neighborhood traffic mitigation early in the project to speed the related conclusions, designs and construction projects, while work on other elements of the corridor continues. He said Economic Development Coordinator Jan Briggs will be the lead contact for the project. He identified John Vicente of Public Works as the design and construction project manager.

Deputy Mayor Grossman invited public comment.

(1) Bill Bear, Shoreline, asked if the City intends to seek assurance and accountability from KPG that its engineering designs for the 15^th Avenue NE corridor will, in fact, reduce pedestrian and vehicular accidents. He said if the City cannot hold the contractor accountable, citizens will need to hold City staff or City Council accountable.

(2) LaNita Wacker, Shoreline, said the only solution to the problems at the intersection of 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street is a traffic light. She said when a vehicle in the inside lane stops at the intersection, motorists in the outside lane cannot see whether the vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian. She commented that a study of the problems at the intersection is unnecessary, that the City already has the facts. She advocated the immediate installation of a traffic light.

(3) Brooke Biddle, Shoreline, said it is unacceptable to wait until 2004 to correct the traffic safety problems at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. She commented that a lighted crosswalk sign will provide a false sense of security. She advocated the immediate installation of a stop light at the intersection.

(4) Dennis Lee, Shoreline, expressed confusion about the relationship between the proposed agreement for engineering design services and the North City Subarea Plan. He suggested that Council postpone action until it can clarify the relationship. He said the inclusion of traffic safety at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street with the North City Subarea Plan will slow improvements at the intersection.

(5) Mimi Etherington, Shoreline, identified herself as a member of Traffic Intersection Awareness (TIA). She said TIA intends to address Council every week until the City installs a traffic light at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. She asked Council not to pass the proposed agreement before meeting with, and obtaining input from, TIA.

(6) Jane Ryan Sanford, Shoreline, noted residents' advocacy for a stop light at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street after a pedestrian fatality at the intersection in 1977. She said a subsequent study resulted in a stop light at NE 165^th Street. She invited Councilmembers to join residents at the NE 170^th Street intersection on a Saturday morning to observe the traffic safety problems. She urged the City to install a traffic light at the intersection as expediently as possible.

(7) Janet Way, Shoreline, asserted that Council must act to resolve the traffic safety problems at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

(8) Alisa Brooks, Shoreline, noted multiple accidents at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street during the past year. She demanded immediate installation of a traffic signal at the intersection.

(9) Chuck Biddle, Shoreline, said a lighted crosswalk sign at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street will not resolve traffic safety problems at the intersection. He advocated installation of a stop light at the intersection.

(10) Ken Nerrible, Shoreline, asked Council to address traffic safety at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street as a separate issue from others in the 15^th Avenue NE corridor. He requested the installation of a traffic light at the intersection as soon as possible.

In response to the public comments, Deputy Mayor Grossman asked how the engineering study will make a difference and what the timeframe will be for improvements at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street.

Mr. Burkett expressed disappointment that some residents recommended that Council not approve the proposed agreement. He asserted the need to hire someone to evaluate the intersection, to evaluate the traffic and to design a signal. He reiterated that the City must follow the Uniform Manual for Traffic Devices. He said the manual requires evaluation and data about an intersection before Council can consider installing a traffic signal. He went on to review the required process for approving and contracting construction of a traffic signal. He explained that the proposed agreement moves the City along the path it must follow.

Councilmember Hansen moved that Council authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services contract in the amount not to exceed $408,000 with KPG to perform the design and construction administration phases for the North City Business District/15^th Avenue Corridor Improvement Project at a rate to be negotiated by the City Manager. Councilmember Ransom seconded the motion.

Deputy Mayor Grossman asked about the timeline. Mr. Haines said the City is obligated to review a "toolbox of options" to resolve problems on 15^th Avenue NE. He noted staff intent to "crash through that toolbox" to identify what the City can do and how quickly it can do it. He mentioned the lighted crosswalk sign as an interim solution. He explained that the mast arm and poles that the City uses will be suitable for a future traffic signal. He reiterated that the City must follow a prescribed process to address and resolve the traffic safety problems at 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. He mentioned that he lives near the intersection and that he drives through it every day. He identified it as one of several along 15^th Avenue NE that warrant attention.

Councilmember Montgomery sought to confirm that the proposed agreement will speed the process of resolving the traffic safety problems on 15^th Avenue NE. Mr. Haines said the City cannot proceed without the proposed agreement.

In response to Councilmember Ransom, Mr. Burkett confirmed that the proposed agreement will initiate the design of improvements throughout the 15^th Avenue NE corridor. He confirmed that the proposed agreement will also result in the North City Subarea feasibility study.

Councilmember Gustafson supported approval of the proposed agreement. He asserted the importance of proceeding quickly to address North City and all of 15^th Avenue NE. He expressed his understanding of public concern about 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. He acknowledged the need to comply with the law to follow the established process. He advocated that the City make the intersection the first issue on the project agenda.

Councilmember Chang agreed. He supported the motion with the understanding that the proposed agreement will advance the process. He advocated a flashing red light on 15^th Avenue NE at NE 170^th Street as an interim solution.

Councilmember Hansen supported the motion. He commented that incorporating the engineering study of 15^th Avenue NE at NE 170^th Street in the proposed agreement expedites City attention to the traffic safety problems at the intersection.

Councilmember Ransom agreed. He said Council has heard residents' concerns about 15^th Avenue NE at NE 170^th Street. He identified the proposed agreement as the means by which to resolve the traffic safety problems at the intersection. He supported the motion.

A vote was taken on the motion that Council authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services contract in the amount not to exceed $408,000 with KPG to perform the design and construction administration phases for the North City Business District/15^th Avenue Corridor Improvement Project at a rate to be negotiated by the City Manager. The motion carried 6-0.

9. NEW BUSINESS

(a) 2001 Police Service Efforts and Accomplishments Report

Police Chief Denise Pentony reviewed "Service Efforts and Accomplishments: 2001, Second Annual Report on Police Performance."

Chief Pentony said the 2001 cost per capita for Shoreline Police, including the full public safety budget, was $120.90. She explained that the County figured the $107.94 cost per capita referenced in the report (page 77 of the Council packet) using just the police services contract cost, not the entire public safety budget. She estimated the 2002 cost per capita for Shoreline Police at $130.51.

Chief Pentony noted that Part I crimes against property (burglary, larceny, vehicle theft) increased in 2001. She said Shoreline citizens identified burglary and larceny as top crime concerns in the 2001 police services citizen survey. She said the police department is preparing strategies to address these crimes. She identified block watches as a top strategy against burglary. She said strategies against larceny include a shoplifting prevention program with Shoreline merchants and a program to promote community awareness to protect vehicles from vandalism and theft.

Chief Pentony discussed crime trends in Shoreline during the first quarter of 2002. She noted high rates of crime around Aurora Avenue and 15^th Avenue NE and police emphasis on crime prevention in these areas. She reviewed crime prevention efforts and listed Shoreline Police problem-solving projects. Then she went on to discuss traffic. She noted 640 collisions and one traffic fatality during 2001. She said the three Shoreline traffic officers issued 5,828 traffic citations in 2001. She identified traffic as the third highest concern in the 2001 police service survey.

In response to Councilmember Hansen, Chief Pentony said Shoreline traffic officers issued over 120 traffic citations on 15^th Avenue NE between April 1 and April 15.

MEETING EXTENSION

At 10 p.m., Councilmember Hansen moved to extend the meeting until 10:20 p.m. Councilmember Gustafson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

Deputy Mayor Grossman invited public comment.

(1) LaNita Wacker, Shoreline, expressed concern that vacation house checks by police volunteers in the marked Volkswagen Bug will call attention to homeowner absences.

Councilmember Gustafson asked if the economic downturn has resulted in an increase in larceny. Chief Pentony acknowledged the recession as a possible cause of the increase. She noted an increase in thefts, larcenies and robberies during economic downturns.

Councilmember Gustafson asked Chief Pentony to estimate the value of the police neighborhood center officers. Chief Pentony said the storefront officers provide the ancillary duties that regular patrol officers do not have the time to perform. She attributed the effectiveness of the storefront officers to community support and use.

In response to Councilmember Gustafson, Chief Pentony explained that the King County Sheriff's Office determined the $107.94 cost per capita (page 77 of the Council packet) using only Shoreline contract services costs ($6.2 million). She said real costs were higher because Council budgeted additional funds to public safety. She said the benchmark cities (page 77 of the Council packet) have stand-alone police departments.

Councilmember Gustafson asked about the increase in police response time to Priority X calls from 2.91 to 3.61 minutes. Chief Pentony attributed the increase to the average of three officer vacancies during 2001. She mentioned increased traffic congestion as a secondary factor.

Councilmember Gustafson asked about installing a pedestrian-activated flashing blue light at the intersection of 15^th Avenue NE and NE 170^th Street. Mr. Burkett said the Uniform Manual for Traffic Devices includes traffic control devices that have been studied, reviewed and approved. He said it is not advisable to install an unapproved device.

Councilmember Chang commented that the hotel/motel trespass program has been very effective. Chief Pentony said all three hotel/motels in Shoreline participate in the program—training their staff to identify criminal behavior and share information with Shoreline police. She explained that police contact individuals engaged in criminal activity and "trespass them from all Shoreline hotels." She mentioned the timeliness of renewing the program given changes in management at the Shoreline Motel and the Days Inn.

Councilmember Montgomery said the low number of complaints against Shoreline Police officers (page 73 of the Council packet) is amazing.

Referring to the "Benchmark and Contract City Cost Comparisons" (page 77 of the Council packet), Deputy Mayor Grossman pointed out that the Shoreline cost per capita is the lowest for cities with stand-alone police departments and "right in the middle" for cities that contract for police services.

Councilmember Ransom noted the high incidence of burglaries as a significant concern when Shoreline incorporated. He said the number of burglaries dropped by almost 50 percent by 2000. He asked about the increase in crimes against property in 2001. Chief Pentony identified the economic recession as one cause of the increase. Also, she mentioned that a perception of safety may make Shoreline residents vulnerable to these "crimes of opportunity." She reiterated police plans to work with Shoreline merchants and citizens to prevent shoplifting and auto prowls. She noted that burglary and larceny often "feed" the drug trade. She said Shoreline has not experienced an increase in drug-related complaints.

In response to Councilmember Ransom, Chief Pentony confirmed that Aurora Avenue is the major area of traffic accidents in Shoreline. She said the police department is gathering data from the County about traffic accidents on 15^th Avenue NE. She noted that the State Traffic Safety Commission has identified Aurora Avenue in Shoreline as one of the most dangerous roadways in the State. She said Shoreline Police started a traffic accident reduction program targeting the four intersections highlighted by the traffic safety commission (Aurora Avenue at 145^th, 155^th, 175^th and 185^th Streets).

Referring to page 60 of the Council packet, Councilmember Ransom noted a significant decline in domestic violence crimes. Chief Pentony discussed the tough sentencing and effective programs for those who commit domestic violence crimes.

Councilmember Montgomery mentioned Ms. Wacker's concern that vacation house checks by police volunteers in the marked Volkswagen Bug will call attention to homeowner absences. Chief Pentony said police volunteers park in the vicinity of the homes they check, not at each house. She asserted the value of the increased visibility of Shoreline Police vehicles in neighborhoods. She commented that police volunteer vehicles are a great tool and that they are being used successfully in other Northwest communities.

MEETING EXTENSION

At 10:20 p.m., Councilmember Ransom moved to extend the meeting ten minutes. Councilmember Gustafson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

10. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT

(a) Janet Way, Shoreline, said Shoreline Police do not respond quickly enough to calls from Paramount Park neighborhood residents. She asserted that Shoreline Police respond very quickly to calls involving the Aegis Assisted Living development site. She advocated more police attention to 15^th Avenue NE than to the Aegis development site.

(b) LaNita Wacker, Shoreline, noted her extensive research of Shoreline School District documents regarding the property at 150^th Street and 25^th Avenue NE formerly owned by the DNR. She said an October 3, 1997 document stipulated cooperative use of the property by the School District, the Shoreline Water District, local neighborhood groups and the City of Shoreline. She said a March 29, 1999 chronology that School District staff presented to the School Board noted that the City sought a walking path across the property to Hamlin Park. She commented that the walking path has existed for over 25 years. She stated that Council has a duty to meet with the School District and the Water District to insure public access and use of the walking path.

(c) Kellie Swenson, Shoreline, discussed the Aegis Assisted Living development. She said Aegis is only working on the north side of its property. She explained that Aegis revised the plans for the facilities on the north side of its site to comply with the Shoreline Municipal Code requirement for a 75-foot stream buffer. She provided information to Mr. Sievers regarding the Aegis development.

(d) Brian Boddenbach, Woodinville, described City handling of the Aegis Assisted Living development as the most blatant disregard of environmental standards that he has seen during his 15 years of involvement in environmental conservation.

Deputy Mayor Grossman described Ms. Way's comments as an inappropriate impingement on the integrity of the Shoreline Police department. He reiterated that the City does not own, and does not control, the property at 150^th Street and 25^th Avenue NE formerly owned by the DNR. He also reiterated that pending litigation prevents Council from discussing the Aegis Assisted Living development.

Councilmember Ransom noted discussions of making the former DNR property available for a neighborhood park. Councilmember Gustafson recommended that Council include the issue of the former DNR property on the agendas of future joint meetings with the School Board and the Water District.

11. EXECUTIVE SESSION

Noting the late hour, Mr. Burkett recommended that Council postpone the executive session.

12. ADJOURNMENT

At 10:35 p.m., Deputy Mayor Grossman declared the meeting adjourned.

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Sharon Mattioli, CMC

City Clerk