Edgewood public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including approving routine consent agenda items, authorizing contracts for HVAC maintenance and hearing examiner services, and adopting an updated traffic impact fee schedule. The meeting also includes the swearing in of newly elected councilmembers.

• Approval of December 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $364,056.51
• Resolution 21-0609 to segregate assessments under Local Improvement District No. 1
• Resolution 21-0607 authorizing HVAC maintenance service agreement
• Resolution 21-0608 authorizing agreement with Sound Law Center, LLC for hearing examiner services
• Ordinance 21-0617 adopting updated Traffic Impact Fee schedule based on October 2021 report

The City Council approved an updated Traffic Impact Fee schedule based on an October 2021 report. The council also authorized expenditures for city operations and agreements for HVAC maintenance and hearing examiner services.

• Approved $364,056.51 in December 2021 budgeted expenditures (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0609 to segregate original assessments under Local Improvement District No. 1 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0607 for an HVAC Maintenance purchase service agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0608 for professional services agreement with Sound Law Center, LLC for Hearing Examiner Services (7-0)
• Denied motion to amend Traffic Impact Fee amount from $6,000 to $8,000 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance 21-0617 establishing an updated Traffic Impact Fee schedule (4-3)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a study session to discuss equity initiatives, development reviews, and several resolutions and ordinances. No formal votes or decisions will be made during this session, which is open to the public but does not include public input.

• Discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion on Development Review processes
• Resolution on Hearing Examiner Selection
• Addendum to McKinstry HVAC Agreement
• Ordinance on Traffic Impact Fees

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on December 21, 2021, and discussed several items but took no formal action. Topics included equity and diversity trainings, development review statistics, hearing examiner selection, an addendum to the McKinstry HVAC agreement, traffic impact fees, Edgemont playground equipment, and Stokes LID segregation. On the McKinstry HVAC addendum, council suggested revisions and staff agreed to bring it back under regular business at the December 28, 2021 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:53pm.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the Meridian Avenue E. Sewer Extension Assessment Reimbursement Area, then consider consent items including December expenditures, a change order for the 24th & Meridian Sidewalk Gaps project, and purchases. Under council business, they will vote on the Bridge Point rezone to Industrial, a budget amendment for 2021, and the adoption of the 2022 budget and salary schedule.

• Public hearing on Meridian Avenue E. Sewer Extension Assessment Reimbursement Area
• December 2021 expenditures totaling $1,291,100.77
• Change Order #8 for 24th & Meridian Sidewalk Gaps project
• Ordinance No. 21-0619: Bridge Point Rezone to Industrial #21-1402
• Ordinance No. 21-0621: 2022 Fiscal Year budget and salary schedule

The Edgewood City Council approved the 2022 fiscal year budget and salary schedule, along with a 2021 budget amendment, both 7-0. It also approved the Bridge Point rezone to Industrial and a consent agenda covering November and December meeting minutes, December budgeted expenditures totaling $1,291,100.77, a sidewalk project change order, and vehicle and copier purchases. Council confirmed appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Salary Commission, and made a Code Enforcement Board re-appointment while leaving one alternate position vacant. A public hearing was held on the Meridian Avenue E. Sewer Extension Assessment Reimbursement Area; no public comments were offered during audience comment.

• Approved 2022 fiscal year budget and salary schedule (7-0)
• Approved 2021 fiscal year budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Bridge Point rezone to Industrial (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December budgeted expenditures of $1,291,100.77 (7-0)
• Approved Change Order #8 for the 24th & Meridian Sidewalk Gaps project (7-0)
• Approved purchase order for two Kyocera copiers (7-0)
• Approved vehicle purchase of a 2021 Ford Ranger 4WD under purchase order 2021069 (7-0)
• Confirmed appointments: Stacie Farmer to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board; Gary Lent to Salary Commission; reappointed Shelly Osmonson and Jason Neil; Kenneth Farthing to Economic Development Advisory Board, leaving Position No. 4 alternate vacant (all 7-0)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine consent items and discuss several ongoing topics, including the Town Center, a wireless ordinance, comprehensive plan amendments, and work plans. New business includes a noise ordinance and GIS map code updates. No public hearings or action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of Town Center (TC) project
• Discussion of Wireless Ordinance
• Discussion of City-initiated Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Discussion of 2022 Work Plan
• Discussion of Noise Ordinance and GIS Map Code Updates

The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda during their December 13, 2021, meeting. No other formal actions were taken, as the remainder of the meeting was dedicated to discussions regarding the Town Center Subarea Plan, various municipal code amendments, and the 2022 work plan.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on December 9, 2021, to hear five new code enforcement cases. The board will also approve minutes from the October 14, 2021 meeting and explain public hearing procedures.

• CE-21-0037: 1009 Meridian Ave E, Dexter Meacham DBA Suelo Marina LLC, Meridian Auto DBA Dealership LLC, Zaki H Hilmi
• CE-21-0041: 11604 8th St E, Michael Bodine (owner)
• CE-21-0044: 1009 Meridian Ave E, Dexter Meacham DBA Suelo Marina LLC
• CE-21-0045: 1009 Meridian Ave E, Dexter Meacham DBA Suelo Marina LLC
• CE-21-0046: 1013 Meridian Ave E, Suelo Marina LLC, Dexter Meacham, Adriana Caldera & German Lopez DBA Pinto's Used Tire Shop LLC

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss park-related business, including debriefing the recent Christmas Tree Lighting, planning the Edgewood Community Park dedication ceremony, and considering a Port of Tacoma grant opportunity for the Interurban Trail. The board will also review new signage for parks and set its 2022 work plan.

• Debrief of Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 26, 2021)
• Edgewood Community Park dedication ceremony planning
• Port of Tacoma grant opportunity for Interurban Trail
• New entry and regulatory signage for Edgewood parks
• Volunteer opportunities (Eagle Scouts, etc.)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the November 10, 2021 meeting summary. Members discussed planning for the Edgewood Community Park dedication ceremony, reviewed a grant opportunity for the Interurban Trail, and examined signage options for city parks.

• Approved November 10, 2021 meeting summary (6-0)
• Scheduled Edgewood Community Park dedication for March 26, 2022

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including the final 2022 budget, a budget amendment ordinance, and various purchases and projects. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for review and discussion only.

• Discussion – Purchase Order - Kyocera Copiers Purchase
• Discussion – Meridian Ave E Sewer Extension Assessment Reimbursement Area
• Discussion – 24th & Meridian Sidewalks – Change Order #8
• Discussion – Ordinance – 2021 Budget Amendment
• Discussion - Vehicle Purchase - 2021 Ford Ranger 4WD

The Edgewood City Council met in a virtual study session on December 7, 2021. The minutes record discussions only — no votes or formal decisions were taken. Council interviewed Stacie Farmer for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Gary Lent for the Salary Commission, and heard staff presentations on equity and diversity training, a Kyocera copier purchase, a Meridian Ave E sewer extension assessment reimbursement area, 24th & Meridian sidewalks Change Order #8, a 2021 budget amendment ordinance, the final 2022 budget, and a 2021 Ford Ranger 4WD vehicle purchase. The meeting adjourned at 7:50pm.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting virtually to handle routine consent items, hear citizen comments, and discuss old business including EDAB training, the Town Center project, the Edgewood Business Map, and the 2021 & 2022 work plan. They will also discuss a joint meeting with the City Council scheduled for February 15, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of November 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Planning Commission meeting minutes for November
• Discussion of Town Center project
• Discussion of Edgewood Business Map
• Discussion of 2021 & 2022 work plan

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting agenda, November minutes, and October development reports. Members also viewed a training video and discussed future work plans, the Town Center Subarea Plan, and a city business map.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, a corridor study for Jovita Blvd. E., a traffic impact fee ordinance, board reappointments, and park signage/branding.

• Discussion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Presentation/discussion of Jovita Blvd. E. Corridor Study
• Discussion of Ordinance on traffic impact fees
• Reappointments to Code Enforcement Board (Positions 2 & 4)
• Reappointments to Salary Commission (Positions 1, 4 & 5)

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on November 30, 2021. The council discussed the Jovita Blvd E. Corridor Study, a proposed ordinance on traffic impact fees, reappointments to the Code Enforcement Board and Salary Commission, park signage/branding, and equity, diversity and inclusion trainings. No decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 8:29pm.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the preliminary 2022 budget and a sewer extension assessment for Meridian Ave. E. They will also vote on routine consent items including November expenditures totaling $2.27 million and resolutions on electronic signatures and property donations.

• AB21-054 – Preliminary 2022 Budget public hearing
• AB21-055 – Meridian Ave. E Sewer Extension Assessment Reimbursement Area public hearing
• AB21-056 – Approval of November 2021 expenditures ($2,267,265.41)
• AB21-0605 – Approval of Resolution 21-0605 (City Electronic Signature Policy)
• AB21-0618 – Adoption of Ordinance 21-0618 (donations and property interests)

The Council approved November 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $2,267,265.41 and adopted a new municipal code chapter regarding property donations. Public hearings were held for the preliminary 2022 budget and a sewer extension assessment reimbursement area.

• Approved November 2021 budgeted expenditures of $2,267,265.41 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0605 City Electronic Signature Policy (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0606 to segregate an original assessment under Local Improvement District No. 1 (6-0)
• Approved November 9, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 Study Session Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0618 creating EMC chapter 2.90 regarding donations and acceptance of interests in property (6-0)

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss, but not vote on, upcoming business. Topics include the preliminary 2022 budget, a noise ordinance, development review, and several resolutions. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of preliminary 2022 budget
• Discussion of noise ordinance
• Discussion of View Pointe Development LID segregation resolution
• Discussion of Meridian Ave E sewer extension assessment reimbursement area
• Discussion of Pierce County Sheriff Department appreciation resolution

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on November 16, 2021. The council discussed a range of topics including equity and diversity trainings, a resolution on View Pointe Development LID segregation, development review, the preliminary 2022 budget, a resolution appreciating the Pierce County Sheriff Department, a noise ordinance, an electronic signature policy, a sewer extension assessment reimbursement area, an ordinance on donations and memorials, Meridian landscape maintenance, the annual staff meet and greet format, and a March 29, 2022 open house topic. No decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 8:44pm.

General

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to receive staff updates and hear presentations on the Nelson Nature Park Plan and the PROST Plan. The board will also discuss old business such as the Christmas Tree Lighting and Edgewood Community Park, and new business including Nelson Farm House rehab planning and a Port of Tacoma grant opportunity.

• Nelson Nature Park Plan Update presentation
• PROST Plan Update by SCJ Alliance
• Christmas Tree Lighting scheduled for November 26, 2021
• Nelson Farm House – Rehab Planning discussion
• Port of Tacoma Grant Opportunity

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its October 6, 2021 special meeting summary (4-0). It received updates on Nelson Nature Park and the PROST Plan, and discussed the November 26 Christmas Tree Lighting and Edgewood Community Park signage. Park brochure updates were tabled until 2022 and volunteer opportunities were tabled until December 8, 2021. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved October 6, 2021 Special Meeting Summary (4-0)
• Tabled park brochure updates until 2022
• Tabled volunteer opportunities until December 8, 2021 meeting
• Bill Hilton volunteered to contact Pierce County Community Relations Manager Leslie Barstow about the Port of Tacoma grant opportunity

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 preliminary budget and property tax proposal. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as minutes, budgeted expenditures totaling $286,264.75, and an interlocal waste management agreement with Pierce County.

• AB21-050 – Preliminary 2022 Budget public hearing
• AB21-051 – Proposed 2022 Property Tax public hearing
• AB21-052 – Approval of $286,264.75 in November 2021 budgeted expenditures
• AB21-0601 – Interlocal Agreement for solid and hazardous waste management planning with Pierce County
• AB21-0615 – Adoption of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) ordinance

The City Council approved the 2022 property tax ordinance and the city's Capital Improvement Plan. They also authorized several contracts, including a safety improvement design for Chrisella Rd E, and approved $286,264.75 in budget expenditures. Public hearings were held for the 2022 budget and property tax, though no public comments were recorded.

• Approved $286,264.75 in November 2021 budget expenditures (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Pierce County for waste management (7-0)
• Approved Chrisella Rd E safety improvement design contract (7-0)
• Adopted Capital Improvement Plan via Ordinance 21-0615 (7-0)
• Approved Chrisella Rd. alternative analysis (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 property tax via Ordinance 21-0616 (7-0)
• Approved 3rd quarter budget to actual review (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine consent agenda items, including approval of previous minutes and a development review report. No public hearings or action items are scheduled. The main discussion will cover old business like the Town Center and street light dimming, and new business including a Retail Strategies update, 2022 comprehensive plan amendments, and the 2022 work plan.

• Review of October 2021 Development Review Report
• Discussion of Town Center (TC) project
• Discussion of Street Light Standards: Dimming Schedule
• Discussion of 2022 City-initiated Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Discussion of 2022 Work Plan

The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda during their November 8, 2021, meeting. Commissioners also discussed the Town Center subarea plan, street light dimming schedules, and the 2022 work plan, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a study session to discuss and review several ordinances and resolutions, including the Capital Improvement Plan, impact fees, and Chrisella Road safety improvements. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting, as it is a study session for review purposes only.

• Presentation on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion by Jesie Holden
• Discussion on Ordinance – Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion on Resolution – Chrisella Rd. Alternative Analysis
• Discussion on Resolution – Chrisella Rd E Safety Improvement Design Contract (WSDOT HSIP Grant)
• Discussion on 3rd Quarter Budget to Actual Review

The City Council met for a study session to discuss several ongoing projects and administrative items. No formal votes or final legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Board will review routine consent items including previous meeting minutes and development reports. Discussion topics include updates on the Town Center, business surveys, and retail strategies.

• Town Center update
• Business Survey discussion
• Retail Strategies Update
• 2021 and 2022 Work Plan reviews
• City GIS Business Map Layer discussion

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board approved its consent agenda, which included the October 4, 2021 meeting minutes and October development review reports. The board also discussed the Town Center Subarea Plan after a state grant was denied, a business survey, Retail Strategies updates, a GIS business map layer, and future training opportunities.

• Approved Consent Agenda including October 4, 2021 minutes and October development review reports (4-0)

General

The City of Edgewood is holding a special virtual open house meeting to discuss citywide transportation. The meeting is for discussion only, with no final action expected on any matter.

• Discussion of citywide transportation
• Virtual open house via Zoom
• Potential quorum of Council, Commission, and Board members

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on two major items: a Capital Improvement Plan update and proposed changes to traffic impact fees. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as minutes and budgeted expenditures, as well as a parks board meeting ordinance.

• AB21-047 – Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Update
• AB21-048 – Impact Fees – Traffic
• AB21-049 – Approval of October 2021 budgeted expenditures ($413,375.56)
• AB21-0614 – Ordinance setting Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting dates
• Executive session for real property acquisition under RCW 42.30.110(1)(b)

The City Council approved October 2021 budgeted expenditures and an ordinance regarding the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting schedule. Public hearings were held for the Capital Improvement Plan update and traffic impact fees, but no final actions on those items were recorded.

• Approved $413,375.56 in October 2021 budgeted expenditures (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-0614 regarding Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting date and time (6-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2022 budget compared to the 2021 budget, including department presentations and discussion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• 2022 Budget vs. 2021 Budget Changes
• Department Presentations

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss a range of upcoming business, including salary commission updates, equity and diversity initiatives, development review, a Capital Improvement Plan ordinance update, an emergency radio transmitter, impact fees for traffic and schools, park donations, and the budget labor model. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.

• Discussion of ordinance updates for Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of impact fee ordinances for traffic and schools
• Discussion of park donations and memorials ordinance
• Discussion of emergency AM/FM radio transmitter
• Discussion of budget labor model

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on October 19, 2021. The minutes record discussion items only — a salary commission update, equity and diversity trainings, code enforcement, the Capital Improvement Plan, an emergency radio transmitter, traffic and school impact fees, park donations and memorials, a parks board meeting date, and a labor budget model. No votes, approvals, denials, or dollar amounts are recorded in the minutes. Council asked that the park donations and memorials item be brought back for further review.

• No substantive decisions recorded; items were discussion only
• Park donations and memorials: Council asked staff to bring it back for further review

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold a virtual meeting to review three pending property violation cases. The board will also approve minutes from the last meeting and explain public hearing procedures.

• Case CE-21-0010 at 10611 Jovita Blvd E (Samuel E Huni)
• Case CE-21-0021 at 1618 West Valley Hwy E (Khehra Gurvinder)
• Case CE-21-0031 at 10912 25th St Ct E (Aaron D Smith)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including budget expenditures, a sidewalk change order, and several resolutions. Under council business, they will vote on a contract for signal improvements, an ordinance amending zoning for transitional and emergency housing, and an intergovernmental agreement for housing affordability.

• AB21-045: Approve October 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,184,068.62
• AB21-0599: Award drainage improvement project to Rodarte Construction, Inc.
• AB21-0600: Award SR 161 and Emerald Street signal improvements to Transportation Systems, Inc.
• AB21-0613: Ordinance amending chapters 18.20 and 18.70 on transitional and emergency housing land uses
• AB21-0571: Intergovernmental agreement for South Sound Housing Affordability Partners

The Edgewood City Council approved the consent agenda, including October 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,184,068.62, a change order for the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks project, and several resolutions. In separate votes, the council awarded contracts for the SR 161 and Emerald Street Signal Improvements Project and the 132nd Avenue East and 53rd Street Court East Drainage Improvement Project, and adopted Ordinance 21-0613 amending the municipal code for transitional and emergency housing. A motion to postpone indefinitely the Intergovernmental Agreement for South Sound Housing Affordability Partners failed 3-4, and the agreement was then approved 4-3.

• Approved consent agenda including October 2021 budgeted expenditures of $1,184,068.62 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0599 awarding contract for 132nd Avenue East and 53rd Street Court East Drainage Improvement Project to Rodarte Construction, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0600 awarding contract for SR 161 and Emerald Street Signal Improvements Project to Transportation Systems, Inc. (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0613 amending chapters 18.20 and 18.70 of the Edgewood Municipal Code related to Transitional and Emergency Housing Land Uses (6-0)
• Motion to postpone indefinitely Resolution 21-0571 (SSHA3P Intergovernmental Agreement) failed 3-4
• Approved Resolution 21-0571 authorizing the Mayor to execute the Intergovernmental Agreement for South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (4-3)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to discuss several items, including school impact fees, small cell wireless code amendments, street light dimming schedules, and the 2022 work plan. No public hearings or action items are scheduled; the meeting consists of discussion items and routine consent agenda items.

• Discussion of School Impact Fees
• Discussion of Small Cell Wireless Code Amendments
• Discussion of Street Light Standards: Dimming Schedule
• Discussion of 2022 Work Plan
• Review of September 2021 Development Report

The Planning Commission held a meeting on October 11, 2021, to discuss various planning topics, including the Town Center subarea plan, school impact fees, and street light standards. No substantive action items were voted on during the meeting beyond the approval of the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)

General

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to reschedule its October 7 meeting and discuss park updates, community garden requests, and planning for upcoming events. Presentations will include the PROST Plan update and Town Center Overlay. The board will also elect officers and set future meeting dates.

• PROST Plan update by SCJ Alliance
• Town Center Overlay presentation by Planning Staff
• Edgewood Community Park update and dedication ceremony planning
• Nelson Nature Park plan update
• Community garden requests (signage, etc.)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the September 2 meeting summary, elected Brian Levenhagen as Chair and Jeff Southard as Vice Chair, and voted to request a change to their regular meeting schedule. Members also discussed park updates, community garden signage, and plans for the upcoming Christmas tree lighting event.

• Approved September 2, 2021 Meeting Summary (6-0)
• Nominated Brian Levenhagen as Chair for term ending September 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Nominated Jeff Southard as Vice Chair for term ending September 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved requesting Council change meeting day to the second Wednesday of each month (6-0)

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss, but not vote on, several upcoming items, including equity and inclusion efforts, a housing partnership resolution, transitional housing code changes, and multiple public works contracts. They will also review revenue projections and property tax for 2022. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P) resolution
• Discussion of Title 18 transitional housing code amendments
• Discussion of 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Change Order #7
• Discussion of SR 161 and Emerald St. Signal Improvements contract
• Discussion of 2022 revenues and property tax

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on October 5, 2021, and discussed a range of items including equity and diversity trainings, a South Sound Housing Affordability Partners resolution, council rules of procedure, Title 18 transitional housing code amendments, several public works projects and contracts, 2022 revenues and property tax, and a Mortenson Farm deed. The minutes record discussion only; no motions, votes, or final decisions are documented. The meeting adjourned at 8:22pm.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board will review previous meeting minutes and development reports. The board will also discuss ongoing projects including the Town Center and Edgewood Marketplace, and begin work on the 2022 Work Plan.

• Review of September Development Review Reports
• Discussion of Town Center
• Discussion of Edgewood Marketplace
• Discussion of Business Survey
• Discussion of 2022 Work Plan

The Economic Development Advisory Board voted 4-0 to approve its consent agenda, covering the agenda, minutes from August 2, 2021, and September development review reports. Most of the meeting was discussion: staff gave updates on the Town Center Subarea Plan, Retail Strategies, a business survey, and Edgewood Marketplace. On new business, staff raised interest in an agreement with Retail Strategies, but no decision was made and further discussion was set for the October meeting; the 2021 work plan had no discussion, and the 2022 work plan was discussed without action.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (4-0), including minutes of August 2, 2021 and September development review reports
• No decision on a Retail Strategies agreement; discussion continued to the October meeting
• 2021 Work Plan: no discussion held
• 2022 Work Plan: discussed, no action taken

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 18 regarding transitional housing codes. The council will also consider routine consent agenda items, including budget expenditures totaling $576,257.39, and discuss a purchase order for a Tool Cat, an ordinance on parking in the right-of-way, and board appointments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance AB21-041 – Transitional Housing Code Amendments
• Approval of September 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $576,257.39
• Purchase order for Tool Cat (AB21-043)
• Ordinance 21-0612 amending parking regulations in the right-of-way (Section 10.12.020)
• Re-appointments to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Brian Levenhagen (Pos. 1) and Bill Hilton (Pos. 3)

The Edgewood City Council held a regular meeting on September 28, 2021, approving September 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $576,257.39 and the consent agenda. The council also approved a purchase order for a Tool Cat, adopted Ordinance 21-0612 regarding vehicle parking in the right-of-way, and confirmed two mayoral re-appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Additionally, the council held a public hearing on transitional housing code amendments with no public comment.

• Approved September 2021 budgeted expenditures and consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved purchase order for a Tool Cat (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0612 amending parking of vehicles in the right-of-way (7-0)
• Confirmed mayoral re-appointments of Brian Levenhagen (Position No. 1) and Bill Hilton (Position No. 3) to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (7-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss several upcoming items, including equity and inclusion efforts, an emergency radio transmitter, development review, and amendments to the transitional housing code and parking zones. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of Ordinance – Title 18 – Transitional Housing Code Amendments
• Discussion of Ordinance – No Parking Zone Updates
• Discussion of Purchase Order – Tool Cat
• Discussion of Resolution – Council Rules of Procedure – Council Liaisons Roles and Responsibilities
• Discussion of PRAB ReAppointment

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on September 21, 2021, to discuss items including equity, diversity, and inclusion, an emergency AM/FM radio transmitter, development review, transitional housing code amendments, no parking zone updates, PRAB re-appointments, a Tool Cat purchase order, and Council rules of procedure. Because this was a study session meeting, no formal votes, approvals, or final decisions were made.

General

The Edgewood Salary Commission will meet to discuss and review the proposed 2022 salary schedule before applying the Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment. The commission will also review a 2021 salary comparison report and approve minutes from October 1, 2020.

• Review of the Proposed 2022 Salary Schedule prior to CPI adjustment
• Review Consumer Price Index (CPI) for salary adjustments
• Discussion of AWC 2021 Salary Comparison report

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will consider several routine consent items and four substantive items: an interlocal agreement with WSDOT for the SR 167 Completion Project, an ordinance amending streetscape development requirements, a personal services agreement with Retail Strategies LLC for economic development, and a labor model change eliminating a Field Supervisor position and adding a Maintenance Worker I. The consent agenda includes approval of September 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $519,037.80 and a resolution declaring obsolete vehicles and equipment as surplus.

• Approval of September 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $519,037.80
• Resolution 21-0560 authorizing interlocal agreement with WSDOT for SR 167 Completion Project
• Ordinance 21-0611 amending streetscape development requirements (EMC 18.90.090)
• Resolution 21-0594 authorizing personal services agreement with Retail Strategies LLC
• Resolution 21-0595 modifying 2021 labor model (eliminate Field Supervisor, add Maintenance Worker I)

The Edgewood City Council approved a consent agenda including September 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $519,037.80 and a resolution to declare obsolete city vehicles and equipment as surplus. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation for the SR 167 Completion Project, amended streetscape development rules, authorized a contract with Retail Strategies LLC for economic development, and modified the 2021 labor model by eliminating a Field Supervisor position and adding a Maintenance Worker I position. All votes were 6-0, with Councilmember West absent.

• Approved consent agenda including September 2021 budgeted expenditures of $519,037.80 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0593 authorizing the Mayor to declare obsolete automobiles and equipment as surplus (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0560 authorizing an interlocal agreement with WSDOT for the SR 167 Completion Project (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0611 amending Edgewood Municipal Code section 18.90.090 on streetscape development requirements (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0594 authorizing a Personal Services Agreement with Retail Strategies LLC for economic development (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0595 modifying the 2021 labor model to eliminate a Field Supervisor position and add a Maintenance Worker I position (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to consider code modifications required by Washington State House Bill 1220, which will be the subject of a public hearing and an action item. The commission will also discuss the Town Center subarea plan boundary, sewer connection requirements, and the 2021 work plan. Routine consent items include approval of minutes and a development review report.

• Public hearing and action on WA State House Bill 1220 code modifications
• Discussion of Town Center (TC) subarea plan boundary
• Discussion of sewer connection requirements
• Review of 2021 work plan
• Consent agenda includes August 2021 development review report

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of code amendments related to WA State House Bill 1220, pending a staff review of transitional housing definitions. The commission also reviewed the Town Center subarea plan boundary, sewer connection requirements, and the 2021 work plan.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Recommended HB 1220 code amendments to City Council (7-0)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss a range of topics including equity and inclusion efforts, board roles, streetscape code amendments, a comprehensive plan update, a resolution regarding the Mortensen Farm WSDOT ILA, scheduling a transportation open house, equipment surplus, public works forecasting, and retail strategies.

• Discussion of Ordinance – Title 18 Streetscapes Code Amendments
• Discussion of Resolution – Mortensen Farm WSDOT ILA
• Discussion of Resolution – Equipment Surplus
• Comprehensive Plan Review/Update presented by Liz Underwood-Bultmann, Principal Planner, PSRC
• Discussion of Transportation Open House Scheduling

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on September 7, 2021, with no formal votes recorded. Council agreed to schedule a virtual transportation open house for Thursday, October 28. Council also agreed to move the Retail Strategies item forward to an upcoming Regular Council Meeting, and a resolution on equipment surplus was requested for a future consent agenda. Other items, including streetscape code amendments, a Mortensen Farm WSDOT interlocal agreement resolution, and a comprehensive plan update, were discussed but not decided.

• Agreed on a virtual transportation open house for Thursday, October 28
• Agreed to move Retail Strategies forward to an upcoming Regular Council Meeting
• Requested the equipment surplus resolution be placed on an upcoming consent agenda

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to approve the previous meeting summary, hear staff updates, and discuss old and new business including park plans and fall events like the Christmas Tree Lighting.

• Approval of August 5, 2021 meeting summary
• Christmas Tree Lighting planning for November 26, 2021
• Town Center Planning – Parks / Open Space / Circulation discussion
• Edgemont Park Playground and Edgewood Community Park updates
• Nelson Nature Park Plan Update

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the August 5, 2021 meeting summary and discussed various park projects and upcoming events. Members agreed to postpone Parks Appreciation Day to 2022 and reviewed updates regarding the Town Center Subarea Plan, Edgemont Park Playground, Edgewood Community Park, and the upcoming Christmas Tree Lighting.

• Approved August 5, 2021 Meeting Summary (4-0)
• Postponed Parks Appreciation Day to 2022

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 18 Streetscapes Code, then consider several routine consent items and two council business items. The consent agenda includes approval of budgeted expenditures totaling $594,667.64, an interlocal agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue for fire inspection services, and a personal services agreement with Retail Strategies LLC for economic development. Under council business, the council will vote on an ordinance correcting sewer plan boundaries and a resolution amending an interlocal agreement with Lakehaven Water and Sewer District.

• Public hearing on Title 18 Streetscapes Code Amendments (AB21-038)
• Approval of August 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $594,667.64 (AB21-039)
• Resolution 21-0590: interlocal agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue for fire inspection services
• Resolution 21-0591: personal services agreement with Retail Strategies LLC for economic development
• Ordinance 21-0610: correcting boundaries in General Sewer Plan

The Edgewood City Council approved Ordinance 21-0610 correcting boundaries in the General Sewer Plan on a 6-1 vote, with Councilmember Day opposed. The council also approved Resolution 21-0592 authorizing the mayor to sign a first amendment to an interlocal agreement with Lakehaven Water and Sewer District, and approved an interlocal agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue for public fire inspection services, both 7-0. A public hearing on Title 18 Streetscapes Code Amendments drew no public comments. The council also voted 4-3 to remove an unspecified agenda item (Item F) from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 21-0610 correcting boundaries in the General Sewer Plan (6-1, Councilmember Day opposed)
• Approved Resolution 21-0592 authorizing the mayor to sign a first amendment to the interlocal agreement with Lakehaven Water and Sewer District (7-0)
• Approved an interlocal agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue for public fire inspection services (7-0)
• Voted 4-3 to remove Agenda Item F from the agenda (Councilmembers Tomyn, Christopherson, and Wise opposed)
• Held a public hearing on Title 18 Streetscapes Code Amendments with no public comments

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss equity and inclusion efforts, development review, a GSP Phase 1 map amendment, Title 18 streetscape code amendments, an interlocal agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue, and retail strategies.

• Discussion – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (trainings, planning)
• Discussion – Development Review
• Discussion – Ordinance – GSP Phase 1 Map Amendment
• Discussion – Ordinance – Title 18 Streetscapes Code Amendments
• Discussion – Resolution – East Pierce Fire & Rescue Interlocal Agreement

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on August 17, 2021, and took no votes or final actions. Council discussed several items, including a GSP Phase 1 map amendment that staff asked to bring forward in two parts at a later regular meeting, and an East Pierce Fire & Rescue interlocal agreement that staff asked to move to an upcoming consent agenda. Other discussion items included equity, diversity and inclusion, development review, Title 18 streetscapes code amendments, and retail strategies.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded at this study session
• GSP Phase 1 map amendment: staff asked to bring it forward in two parts at a later regular council meeting
• East Pierce Fire & Rescue interlocal agreement: staff asked to move it to an upcoming consent agenda
• Equity, diversity and inclusion discussion deferred to the following study session
• Development review, Title 18 streetscapes code amendments, and retail strategies were discussed only

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board meets to review four properties for potential code violations. The board will consider staff reports and public input before deciding on penalties or corrective actions.

• CE-21-0028 at 9105 34TH ST E (Aleksandr Frankov)
• CE-21-0025 at 4010 WEST VALLY HWY (Sosimo & Virginia Garces)
• CE-21-0025 at XXX 10TH ST E (AMDEX TRANSPORT LLC)
• CE-20-0023 at 9610 24TH ST E (Robert & Heather Novak)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed map amendment for the GSP Phase 1, and will consider several routine consent agenda items including budgeted expenditures, a school zone beacon agreement, and a geotechnical services contract. The council will also vote on a purchase order.

• Public hearing on AB21-035 GSP Phase 1 Map Amendment
• Approval of August 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $296,074.28
• Resolution 21-0589: MOU with Puyallup School District for school zone flashing beacons
• Resolution 21-0583: Professional services agreement with Robinson Noble, Inc. for geotechnical engineering
• Motion approving PO #2021032

The Edgewood City Council approved the August 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $296,074.28, along with a memorandum of understanding with Puyallup School District No. 3 for school zone flashing safety beacons and a professional services agreement for geotechnical engineering with Robinson Noble, Inc. The council also approved purchase order #2021032. A public hearing on the GSP Phase 1 Map Amendment was opened and closed with no public comments, and no action was recorded on that item.

• Approved August 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $296,074.28 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0589 authorizing MOU with Puyallup School District No. 3 for school zone flashing safety beacons (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-0583 authorizing professional services agreement for geotechnical engineering with Robinson Noble, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved PO #2021032 (6-0)
• Held public hearing on AB21-035 GSP Phase 1 Map Amendment; no public comments, no action recorded

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss updates on local parks and trails, including Nelson Nature Park, Edgewood Community Park, Edgemont Park Playground, and Interurban Trail planning. They will also consider new business such as expiring board positions, a dedication ceremony for Edgewood Community Park, park brochure updates, the PROS Plan update, and potential membership with Pierce Conservation District. The agenda includes routine items like approval of the July 1 meeting summary and audience comments.

• Nelson Nature Park plan update
• Edgewood Community Park update and dedication ceremony planning
• Edgemont Park Playground
• Interurban Trail planning
• PROS Plan update / levels of service

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the July 1, 2021 meeting summary by a 5-0 vote. The board also discussed old and new business items including park updates, upcoming reappointments, trail planning, and volunteer opportunities, with no other formal votes recorded.

• Approved July 1, 2021 meeting summary (5-0)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The Council will discuss several upcoming items, including equity and inclusion efforts, a GSP Phase 1 map amendment ordinance, a school zone beacon memorandum of understanding with the Puyallup School District, second quarter financials, and a noise ordinance.

• Discussion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion of GSP Phase 1 Map Amendment ordinance
• Discussion of Puyallup School District School Zone Beacon MOU
• Discussion of 2nd Quarter Financials
• Discussion of Noise ordinance

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting virtually to appoint a chair and vice-chair, approve routine items, and discuss old and new business. Key topics include the Town Center, a business survey, Edgewood Marketplace, retail recruitment, and the 2021 work plan. The meeting is open to public comment on non-agenda items.

• Chair and Vice-Chair appointments
• Approval of June 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Planning Commission minutes for June and July
• Discussion of Town Center, Business Survey, and Edgewood Marketplace
• Action item: Retail Recruitment

The Economic Development Advisory Board voted 6-0 to approve its consent agenda and elected Wiesenfeld as Chair and Kilmer as Vice-Chair by a 6-0 vote. Members discussed a Town Center Subarea Plan and a conceptual SketchUp 3-D design, and agreed to fold the Business Survey into that effort. The Board determined the Edgewood Marketplace is no longer a priority for the foreseeable future, and discussion of a possible agreement with Retail Strategies was deferred to the October meeting. No decision was made on the 2021 Work Plan.

• Elected Wiesenfeld as Chair and Kilmer as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including May 3, 2021 minutes and May Development Review Reports (6-0)
• Agreed to incorporate the Business Survey into the Town Center Subarea Plan discussions
• Determined Edgewood Marketplace is no longer a priority for the foreseeable future; may revisit in the 2022 Work Plan
• Deferred further discussion of a Retail Strategies agreement to the October meeting
• Held no discussion on the 2021 Work Plan

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $1.6 million in budgeted expenditures and 15 professional services agreements for on-call engineering work. Two ordinances related to traffic impact fees and concurrency management will also be discussed under council business.

• Approve $1,618,770.97 in budgeted expenditures including payroll and vendor payments
• Authorize 15 on-call professional services agreements with engineering firms (AEGIS, AESI, AHBL, BHC, etc.)
• Adopt Ordinance 21-0608 amending Traffic Impact Fees chapter 4.30
• Adopt Ordinance 21-0609 amending Concurrency Management chapter 18.105
• Approve Change Order #6 for 24th & Meridian Sidewalks project

The Edgewood City Council approved two ordinances amending the municipal code: one on traffic impact fees and one on concurrency management. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included July 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,618,770.97 and multiple professional services agreements for on-call services. All votes recorded were 7-0. The meeting included audience comment and council comments but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved consent agenda including July 2021 budgeted expenditures of $1,618,770.97 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-0608 amending chapter 4.30 on Traffic Impact Fees (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-0609 amending chapter 18.105 on Concurrency Management (7-0)
• Approved resolutions authorizing the Mayor to execute professional services agreements for on-call services with multiple firms (7-0)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss development review, equity and diversity training, a state long-term care payroll tax, a housing affordability partnership resolution, consultant contracts, traffic impact fees, traffic concurrency thresholds, and a change order for sidewalks at 24th & Meridian.

• Discussion of Resolution – South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P)
• Discussion of Resolutions – On-Call Consultant Services Contracts
• Discussion of Ordinance – Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment
• Discussion of Ordinance – Traffic Concurrency Review Threshold
• Discussion of 24th & Meridian Sidewalks – Change Order #6

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on July 20, 2021, with no final votes recorded. Council agreed to place the WA State Long-term Care Coverage and Payroll Tax item and the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Change Order #6 on upcoming consent agendas, and directed on-call consultant services contracts to move forward to a consent agenda. The South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P) resolution was pushed out a few weeks for further discussion. Other items, including development review, equity and diversity trainings, and two traffic-related ordinances, were discussed without decisions.

• Agreed to place WA State Long-term Care Coverage and Payroll Tax on an upcoming consent agenda
• Decided to push South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P) resolution out a few weeks for further discussion
• Agreed to move on-call consultant services contracts forward to an upcoming consent agenda
• Agreed to move 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Change Order #6 forward to an upcoming consent agenda

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to approve routine items such as past meeting minutes and development reports. The board will also discuss old business including the Town Center, a business survey, and the Edgewood Marketplace, as well as new business like chair and vice-chair appointments and a 2021 work plan.

• Approval of June 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of June 14, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Review of June Development Review Reports
• Chair and Vice-Chair Appointments
• 2021 Work Plan discussion

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold public hearings regarding traffic impact fees and traffic concurrency. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine financial approvals and a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board appointment.

• Public hearing: Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment (AB21-027)
• Public hearing: Traffic Concurrency (AB21-028)
• Approval of $368,084.18 in budgeted expenditures and vendor payments
• Resolution authorizing a personal services agreement with Be Culture
• Appointment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood City Council held two public hearings on traffic impact fees and traffic concurrency; no public comments were offered at either. The council approved the consent agenda 6-0, which included the July 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $368,084.18, a personal services agreement with Be Culture, the 1st Quarter Financial Statements, and the Annual Report. The council also approved a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board appointment 6-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:21pm.

• Approved consent agenda as read, including July 2021 budgeted expenditures of $368,084.18 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0570 authorizing the Mayor to execute a personal services agreement with Be Culture (6-0, part of consent agenda)
• Approved the 1st Quarter Financial Statements (6-0, part of consent agenda)
• Approved the Annual Report (6-0, part of consent agenda)
• Approved appointment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (6-0)
• Held public hearing on Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment (AB21-027); no public comments
• Held public hearing on Traffic Concurrency (AB21-028); no public comments

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine consent items and discuss several ongoing projects. They will review old business including sewer connection requirements, a streetscapes code amendment, and the town center public involvement process. New business includes appointing a chair and vice-chair, and discussing HB 1220, temporary signs in the right-of-way, and the 2021 work plan. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Sewer Connection Requirements discussion
• Streetscapes Code Amendment discussion
• Town Center Public Involvement Process (PIP) discussion
• Chair and Vice-Chair Appointments
• HB 1220 discussion

The Edgewood Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, appointed Overfield as Chair and Pincas as Vice-Chair through July 2022 by a 7-0 vote, and discussed various old and new business items including sewer requirements, streetscapes, the Town Center, and the 2021 Work Plan.

• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Appointed Overfield as Chair and Pincas as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Scheduled a public hearing for the Streetscapes Code Amendment for August 9th
• Recommended making no changes to temporary signs in rights-of-way at this time
• Determined to delay the establishment of EMC Title 17 until the adoption of a Town Center subarea plan and updated Comprehensive Plan

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board held hearings regarding municipal code violations at two locations. The Board found both respondents in violation and imposed mandatory fees and daily penalties if corrections are not made.

• Found Suelo Marina LLC in violation at 1009 Meridian Ave E; imposed $150.00 fee and $150.00 per day penalty after May 27, 2021
• Found Jasvir K & Jatinder S Sandhu in violation at 830 West Valley Hwy E; imposed $150.00 fee and $150.00 per day penalty after June 13, 2021

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to review upcoming business. No formal actions will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion on Be Culture
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board interview
• Discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Discussion on Solar Grants
• Discussion on Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment and Traffic Concurrency

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on July 6, 2021. The only action recorded was agreement to move the Be Culture discussion item forward to an upcoming consent agenda. Other items — a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board applicant interview, an equity/diversity/inclusion update, solar panels at city hall, and two proposed traffic-related code amendments — were discussed only, with no decisions recorded. The meeting adjourned at 8:21pm.

• Agreed to move the Be Culture item forward to an upcoming Consent Agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board applicant Amity Highley interviewed; no appointment decision recorded
• Solar panels at city hall discussed; no decision recorded
• Traffic Impact Fees code amendment discussed; no decision recorded
• Traffic Concurrency ordinance discussed; no decision recorded

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a special meeting on July 1, 2021, immediately following its regular meeting, for the purpose of touring Edgewood Community Park at 36th & Meridian. The regular meeting agenda includes staff updates, approval of the June 9 special meeting summary, audience comments, and old business items such as Edgemont Park Playground, Nelson Nature Park plan update, and Interurban Trail planning. New business includes Edgewood Community Park dedication ceremony planning, PROS Plan update, Thrive Center volunteer activities, and Pierce Conservation District membership.

• Edgewood Community Park construction tour at 36th & Meridian
• Edgemont Park Playground update
• Nelson Nature Park plan update
• Interurban Trail planning
• Edgewood Community Park dedication ceremony planning

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its June 9, 2021 meeting summary (4-0) and voted (4-0) to table all agenda items except Thrive Center Volunteer Activities until the August 5, 2021 meeting. On the Thrive Center item, the board reached general consensus that there was not enough staff or time to plan a July 31 "Give Back Event" and would respectfully decline the offer. The remaining listed items — Edgemont Park Playground, Nelson Nature Park, Interurban Trail Planning, Edgewood Community Park dedication planning, PROS Plan Update/Levels of Service, and Pierce Conservative District membership — were tabled and no decisions on them are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting summary (4-0)
• Tabled all agenda items except Thrive Center Volunteer Activities to August 5, 2021 (4-0)
• Declined Thrive Center "Give Back Event" partnership by general consensus (no vote recorded)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss equity, diversity and inclusion trainings and planning, a resolution on the Chrisella Rd. alternative analysis, the annual report, and first quarter financial statements.

• Discussion – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (Trainings, Planning, etc.)
• Discussion – Resolution – Chrisella Rd. Alternative Analysis
• Discussion – Annual Report
• Discussion – 1st Qtr Financial Statements

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on June 29, 2021. Council and staff discussed equity, diversity and inclusion efforts including a newly established Citizen Advisory Board, a resolution related to a Chrisella Rd. alternative analysis, the annual report, and first-quarter financial statements. No motions, votes, or formal decisions are recorded in these minutes; the meeting adjourned at 8:30pm.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Chrisella Rd. Alternative Analysis. The meeting also includes the approval of final plats for Estates on Caldwell and Edgewood Estates, and the authorization of over $1 million in expenditures.

• Public hearing for AB21-024 regarding Chrisella Rd. Alternative Analysis
• Approval of $1,037,764.70 in budgeted expenditures and vendor payments
• Resolution No. 21-0568 for Estates on Caldwell Final Plat
• Resolution No. 21-0569 for Edgewood Estates Final Plat
• Reappointments for Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board

The City Council authorized $1,037,764.70 in budgeted expenditures for June 2021. Council also approved final plats for Estates on Caldwell and Edgewood Estates, and confirmed appointments to the Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board.

• Approved June 2021 Budgeted Expenditures of $1,037,764.70 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0568 Estates on Caldwell Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0569 Edgewood Estates Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved reappointments for Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended (7-0)

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, the development review process, appointments to the Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board, a resolution on the Chrisella Rd. alternative analysis, and an update to council rules of procedure regarding the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Discussion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion of Development Review process
• Discussion of reappointment for Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board
• Discussion of Resolution on Chrisella Rd. Alternative Analysis
• Discussion of Resolution to update Council Rules of Procedure (OPMA)

The council conducted a study session consisting of discussions on equity, development review, and board appointments. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on amendments to the Traffic Concurrency Management Code and Traffic Impact Fees Code. The commission will also discuss the Town Center, street light standards, and sewer plan updates.

• Public hearing: Traffic Concurrency Management Code Amendment
• Public hearing: Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment
• Discussion: Town Center
• Discussion: Street Light Standards
• Discussion: Sewer Plan Update

The Edgewood Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of two code amendments: one on Traffic Concurrency Management and one on Traffic Impact Fees. Both public hearings drew no public comment. The commission also discussed the Town Center subarea plan, street light standards, streetscape code changes, a sewer plan update, commissioner reappointments, a new handbook, and the 2021 work plan, but took no formal action on those items.

• Recommended approval of Traffic Concurrency Management Code Amendment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Traffic Impact Fees Code Amendment (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (7-0)
• No action taken on Town Center subarea plan discussion
• No action taken on street light standards discussion
• No action taken on streetscape code modification discussion
• No action taken on sewer plan update briefing
• No action taken on reappointments; Chair and Vice Chair selections set for July meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a virtual special meeting to hear a presentation on the Town Center Plan. The board will also discuss updates regarding Edgemont Park, Edgewood Community Park, and the Interurban Trail.

• Town Center Plan presentation by Associate Planner Evan Hietpas
• Edgemont Park Playground update
• Edgewood Community Park construction and dedication planning
• Interurban Trail planning
• 1937 Valley Ave Bridge historic marker planning

The board approved the meeting summary from May 6, 2021. Members received updates on Edgemont Park playground safety, the 36th & Meridian Park timeline, and the Interurban Trail. The board agreed to tour the Edgewood Community Park construction site on July 1.

• Approved May 6, 2021 Meeting Summary (5-0)
• Agreed to tour Edgewood Community Park construction site on July 1

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, including budgeted expenditures, sidewalk change orders, and resolutions for the annual TIP update and sewer plan contract amendment. They will also hear a presentation from Jesie Holden about the Mt. View Community Center and consider an ordinance authorizing the mayor to accept routine real property conveyances.

• June 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $508,063.88
• 24th & Meridian Sidewalks – Change Orders 4 & 5
• Resolution No. 21-0565, Annual TIP Update
• Resolution No. 21-0566, General Sewer Plan Update Contract Amendment
• Ordinance No. 21-0607, authorizing mayor to accept routine real property conveyances

The Edgewood City Council approved its consent agenda 7-0, including June 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $508,063.88, minutes from May 25 and June 1, sidewalk change orders, and two resolutions on the annual transportation improvement program and a sewer plan contract amendment. The council also passed Ordinance No. 21-0607, 7-0, authorizing the mayor to accept certain routine real property conveyances. The meeting included a presentation from the Mt. View Community Center, an audience comment, and council member comments. No substantive items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda 7-0, including June 2021 budgeted expenditures of $508,063.88
• Approved May 25, 2021 regular meeting minutes and June 1, 2021 study session minutes
• Approved 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Change Orders 4 & 5
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0565, Annual TIP Update
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0566, General Sewer Plan Update Contract Amendment
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0607 authorizing the mayor to accept routine real property conveyances (7-0)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss the Town Center, business surveys, the Edgewood Marketplace, and the 2021 work plan. They will also take action on finalizing the Edgewood Marketplace flyer. The agenda includes routine consent items and a citizen comment period.

• Discussion of Town Center
• Discussion of Business Survey(s)
• Discussion of Edgewood Marketplace
• Action on Edgewood Marketplace Flyer Finalization
• Approval of May 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Advisory Board approved its consent agenda 4-0, including the May 3, 2021 minutes and May development review reports. The board then heard a presentation on a planned Town Center Subarea Plan and discussed it. After a member left and quorum was lost, the remaining items — Edgewood Marketplace, its flyer, and the 2021 Work Plan — were deferred to a special meeting requested for Wednesday, July 14, since no regular July meeting is scheduled.

• Approved consent agenda, including May 3, 2021 minutes and May development review reports (4-0)
• Heard presentation on Town Center Subarea Plan; no action taken
• Deferred Edgewood Marketplace discussion, Marketplace flyer, and 2021 Work Plan to a requested July 14 special meeting after quorum was lost

City Council

This study session is for the Council to review upcoming business; no official actions or votes will be taken. Topics include equity and diversity discussions, sewer plan amendments, and sidewalk change orders.

• Discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion planning and training
• Discussion of General Sewer Plan Update Contract Amendment
• Discussion of Annual TIP Update resolution
• Discussion of Routine Property Conveyances ordinance
• Discussion of 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Change Orders 4 & 5

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on June 1, 2021. Councilmembers discussed equity, diversity and inclusion; a General Sewer Plan Update contract amendment; the annual Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) update; routine property conveyances; and change orders 4 and 5 for the 24th & Meridian sidewalks project. Public Works Director Metzler asked that the sewer plan amendment and TIP update be placed on upcoming consent agendas, but the minutes record no decisions, votes, or approvals on any item.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the annual Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) update, then consider a consent agenda that includes approving May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,044,351.10, along with several resolutions for sewer services, road contracts, and grinder pump agreements.

• Public hearing on AB-21-020 Annual TIP Update
• Approval of May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,044,351.10
• Resolution 21-0562: 2021 1st Amendment Edgewood Sewer Service ILA
• Resolution 21-0563: Edgewood Dr / Sumner Heights Dr Contract
• Resolution 21-0564: Grinder Pump Agreements

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss upcoming business, including development review, equity and diversity initiatives, and several resolutions. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for review and discussion only.

• Discussion of Development Review
• Discussion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Resolution on Code Publishing Web Hosting Services Update
• Resolution on Annual TIP (Transportation Improvement Program) Update
• Resolution on Edgewood Dr / Sumner Heights Dr Contract

The Edgewood City Council met for a study session on May 18, 2021, to discuss development review, equity and inclusion training, and several upcoming resolutions regarding web hosting, the TIP update, contracts, and sewer service agreements. No formal votes or final decisions were made during the study session, as the meeting was for discussion purposes only.

• Discussed development review with Planning Manager Emily Arteche
• Discussed equity, diversity, and inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussed a resolution for Code Publishing Web Hosting Services Update
• Discussed a resolution for the Annual TIP Update
• Discussed a resolution for the Edgewood Dr / Sumner Heights Dr Contract
• Discussed a resolution for Grinder Pump Agreements
• Discussed a resolution for the 2021 1st Amendment Edgewood Sewer Service ILA

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings for two code enforcement cases: CE-21-0009 at 1009 Meridian Ave E (responsible party: Suelo Marina LLC, Dexter Meacham) and CE-21-0008 at 830 West Valley Hwy E (responsible party: Jasvir K & Jatinder S Sandhu). The board will also approve minutes from the January 14, 2021 meeting and explain hearing procedures. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other new business.

• Hearing for CE-21-0009 at 1009 Meridian Ave E (Suelo Marina LLC, Dexter Meacham)
• Hearing for CE-21-0008 at 830 West Valley Hwy E (Jasvir K & Jatinder S Sandhu)
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Explanation of public hearing procedures and appearance of fairness

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approval of meeting minutes and May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $912,062.58. The agenda also includes audience comment, a mayor's report, and council business, but no specific items are listed under council business.

• Approval of May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $912,062.58, including vendor checks and EFT payments
• Approval of regular council meeting minutes from April 27, 2021
• Approval of study session minutes from May 4, 2021

The Edgewood City Council met on May 11, 2021 and approved its consent agenda, including the April 27 regular meeting minutes, the May 4 study session minutes, and May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $912,062.58. The expenditure motion passed 7-0. There was no council business and no audience comment. The meeting adjourned at 7:20pm.

• Approved May 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $912,062.58 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 27, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Approved May 4, 2021 study session minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Board will review updates on several park projects and community initiatives. Discussions include progress on the Edgemont Park playground and the Nelson Nature Park plan.

• Edgemont Park Playground update
• 36th & Meridian Park update
• Nelson Nature Park plan update
• Little Libraries discussion
• Interurban Trail planning

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its April 1, 2021 meeting summary on a 5-0 vote. Members reviewed a spreadsheet comparing playground vendors Northwest Playground, PlayCreation and Buell Recreation for Edgemont Park; Chair Levenhagen will share it so members can score the companies and return scores to staff before Memorial Day weekend. Staff also gave updates on the 36th & Meridian Park site, the Nelson Nature Park plan, Little Libraries siting, poison hemlock in community garden beds, and a pending federal funding request for Interurban Trail planning. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 1, 2021 meeting summary (5-0)
• No vote taken on Edgemont Park playground vendors; members to score options before Memorial Day weekend
• No decision on Little Libraries public vs. private land siting

City Council

This is a study session, so no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, the Edgewood Experience program, and an update to the GSP sewer service area map.

• Discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion on Edgewood Experience
• Discussion on GSP Sewer Service Area Map Update

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on May 4, 2021. Council discussed equity, diversity and inclusion topics from a University of South Florida study session, received a presentation on the 'Edgewood Experience' pilot program, and were briefed on a GSP Sewer Service Area Map update. No decisions or votes were recorded; the sewer map item will return at a future meeting.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss business incubation, business surveys, and the 2021 work plan, and will take action to finalize the Edgewood Marketplace flyer. The meeting is largely routine, with no public hearings or major financial decisions.

• Discussion of a potential municipal business incubator
• Planning for restaurant or preferred business surveys
• Finalization of the Edgewood Marketplace flyer
• Review of the 2021 Work Plan, including a business garden tour and SWOT analysis

The board approved the meeting agenda, the April 5, 2021 minutes, and the April Planning Commission minutes. Members discussed business incubation, the Edgewood Marketplace, and the 2021 Work Plan, but took no action on the proposed Edgewood Marketplace flyer.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding its regular meeting with a presentation on Open Public Meetings Act updates, public comment, and a consent agenda. The main business is approving routine items, including April budgeted expenditures totaling $1,355,593.08 and a purchase order for council chamber updates.

• Approval of April 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,355,593.08 (AB21-017)
• Purchase order for Council Chamber Updates (AB21-018)
• Approval of minutes from April 13 and April 20 meetings
• Presentation on Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) updates

The Edgewood City Council approved the consent agenda, which included board and commission minutes, prior meeting minutes, April 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $1,355,593.08, and a purchase order for council chamber updates. The council also received a presentation on the Open Public Meetings Act and heard staff reports and audience comments.

• Approved April 2021 Budgeted Expenditures and Vendor Checks totaling $1,355,593.08 (6-0)
• Approved Purchase Order for Council Chamber Updates (6-0)
• Approved review of board and commission minutes and prior meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss upcoming business, including development review, equity and diversity initiatives, a resolution regarding the Mortensen Farm WSDOT ILA, an ordinance on concurrency review thresholds, and Planning Commission recommendations on the Town Center, streetlights, and sewers. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion - Development Review
• Discussion - Resolution - Mortensen Farm WSDOT ILA
• Discussion - Ordinance - Concurrency Review Threshold
• Discussion - Planning Commission Recommendation - Town Center
• Discussion - Purchase Order - Council Chamber Updates

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on April 20, 2021, with no formal votes recorded. Council discussed development review, equity and diversity trainings, a Mortensen Farm WSDOT interlocal agreement, a concurrency review threshold, and Planning Commission recommendations on Town Center, streetlights, and sewers. The only action was a request to move a Council Chamber update option to a future consent agenda. The meeting adjourned at 8:32pm.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; all items were discussions.
• Council requested option 2 for Council Chamber updates be moved to an upcoming Consent Agenda.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will consider several ordinances, including a rezoning of property at 4411 90th Avenue East from single-family moderate (SF-3) to industrial (I), and amendments to sign and tree preservation codes. They will also approve routine consent agenda items, including budget expenditures and contracts.

• Rezoning 4411 90th Ave E (parcels 0420163074, etc.) from SF-3 to industrial
• Ordinance 21-0603 amending prohibited sign regulations
• Ordinance 21-0604 amending tree preservation standards
• Consent item AB21-0559: change orders with Active Construction, INC. for $328,862.41
• Consent item AB21-016: April 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $385,545.70

The Edgewood City Council approved a rezoning of property at 4411 90th Avenue East from single-family moderate (SF-3) to industrial (I), along with amendments to the sign code, tree preservation rules, and the 2021 budget. The council also approved the April 2021 budgeted expenditures, school zone beacons, a street lighting order, and a contract amendment with change orders. All votes were 7-0. No audience comment was recorded.

• Approved rezoning at 4411 90th Avenue East from SF-3 to industrial (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending sign code sections on prohibited signs and definitions (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending tree preservation and related definitions (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending the 2021 fiscal year budget (7-0)
• Approved April 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $385,545.70 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of school zone beacons from Traffic Safety Supply (7-0)
• Approved street lighting order with Puget Sound Energy to replace 14 fixtures with LED (7-0)
• Approved first amendment to contract with Active Construction, Inc. and change orders of $328,862.41 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet virtually to address several action items. These include discussions regarding the Town Center, sewer connection requirements, and street light standards.

• Action item: Town Center
• Action item: Sewer Connection Requirements
• Action item: Street Light Standards
• Discussion: Development Standards and Public Works Standards
• Discussion: 2021 Work Plan

The Planning Commission recommended approval for proposed actions regarding the Town Center, sewer connection requirements, and street light standards. The commission also scheduled a planning training course for May 10th.

• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Town Center proposed actions, as modified (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Sewer Connection Requirements proposed actions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Street Light Standards proposed actions, as modified (6-0)
• Scheduled 'Short Course in Local Planning' for May 10th at 6:00

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to hear four new cases involving properties on Meridian Ave E and West Valley Hwy E. The board will also approve minutes from its January 14, 2021 meeting and review hearing procedures.

• CE-21-0009: 1009 Meridian Ave E, responsible party Suelo Marina LLC / Dexter Meacham
• CE-20-0002: 1009 Meridian Ave E, responsible party Frontier Auto Sales 2 / Omar Khanfas
• CE-20-0029: 1315-1327 Meridian Ave E, responsible party Kne Property LLC / Moon H Lee
• CE-21-0008: 830 West Valley Hwy E, responsible party Jasvir K & Jatinder S Sandhu

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss, but not vote on, several upcoming items. Topics include a presentation on the South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHAP), equity and diversity training, amendments to the sign and tree preservation ordinances, school zone beacon replacements, LED street light conversion on Jovita Blvd and the roundabout, the annual transportation concurrency report, a contract amendment for Edgewood Community Park, and a 2021 budget amendment. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of SSHAP housing affordability partnership
• Ordinance amendments for sign code and tree preservation
• Resolution for school zone beacon replacements
• Resolution for LED street light conversion on Jovita Blvd & roundabout
• Ordinance for 2021 Budget Amendment No. 2

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on April 6, 2021, with no formal votes recorded. Council agreed to move four items forward to upcoming consent agendas: school zone beacon replacements, street light LED conversion on Jovita Blvd and the roundabout, an Edgewood Community Park contract amendment, and a 2021 Budget Amendment No. 2. The council also discussed the South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHAP) presentation, equity and diversity training, a sign code amendment, a tree preservation amendment, and the annual transportation concurrency report.

• Agreed to move school zone beacon replacements resolution to an upcoming consent agenda
• Agreed to move street light LED conversion for Jovita Blvd & roundabout to an upcoming consent agenda
• Agreed to move Edgewood Community Park contract amendment to an upcoming consent agenda
• Discussed 2021 Budget Amendment No. 2; no action recorded
• Discussed sign code amendment ordinance; no action recorded
• Discussed tree preservation amendment ordinance; anticipated at next regular meeting
• Received SSHAP presentation from Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier and Cedar River Group
• Discussed equity, diversity and inclusion trainings and planning

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss the Edgewood Marketplace concept and review the 2021 Work Plan. No action items are scheduled. The meeting is a virtual Zoom session on April 5, 2021.

• Discussion of Edgewood Marketplace, an annual event to showcase local businesses
• Review of 2021 Work Plan, including business garden tour, surveys, and SWOT analysis
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 1, 2021 minutes and review of Planning Commission minutes

The Board approved the meeting minutes from March 1, 2021, and the March Planning Commission minutes. Members discussed the Edgewood Marketplace and the adopted 2021 Work Plan. No other action items were decided.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to receive staff updates, approve the March meeting summary, and hear audience comments. Under old business, they will discuss the Edgemont Park Playground, the 36th & Meridian Park update, and the Park Amenity Dedication Policy. New business includes the Future Agendas List. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Edgemont Park Playground discussion
• 36th & Meridian Park update
• Park Amenity Dedication Policy
• Future Agendas List (FAL)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its March 4, 2021 meeting summary on a 6-0 vote. On old business, members reviewed cost estimates and Council recommendations for the Edgemont Park Playground and agreed the chair and Public Works Director would review content further and bring it back in May. The board also heard an update on earthwork for the 36th & Meridian Park looped trail, discussed a draft Park Amenity Dedication Policy, and reviewed a proposed Future Agendas List. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved March 4, 2021 meeting summary (6-0)
• Edgemont Park Playground cost estimates reviewed; chair and PW Director to review further and return in May
• Agreed to create a cover sheet for the longer Park Amenity Dedication Policy draft and bring it back for discussion
• Future Agendas List reviewed for editing and future use

General

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, including trainings and planning, as well as staffing level planning for city labor. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.

• Discussion on equity, diversity, and inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion on staffing level planning for city labor

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on March 30, 2021, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Councilmembers Tomyn and West led a follow-up discussion on what they learned from the City of Wenatchee's Advisory Council on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Board. Assistant City Administrator Dave Gray raised staffing level planning for city labor, and the council decided to bring it back for further discussion at the next Study Session. The meeting adjourned at 8:27pm.

• No votes or formal actions recorded; study session only
• Staffing level planning (city labor) tabled to next Study Session for further discussion

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the Sign Code and Tree Preservation Code. The meeting also includes the approval of routine consent agenda items and budgeted expenditures.

• Public hearing for Sign Code Amendment (AB21-013)
• Public hearing for Tree Preservation Amendment (AB21-014)
• Approval of $778,149.92 in budgeted expenditures (AB21-015)
• Resolution No. 21-0555 regarding 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Contract Amendment
• Resolution No. 21-0556 regarding Herrera Contract (SMAP)

The Edgewood City Council held public hearings on a Sign Code Amendment and a Tree Preservation Amendment, and approved the consent agenda items by a 7-0 vote. The approved consent items included meeting minutes, March 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $778,149.92, the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Contract Amendment (Resolution No. 21-0555), and the Herrera Contract for SMAP (Resolution No. 21-0556).

• Approved consent agenda including March 2021 budgeted expenditures of $778,149.92 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0555 for the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks Contract Amendment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0556 for the Herrera Contract (SMAP) (7-0)
• Approved Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of March 9, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Study Session Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2021 (7-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss upcoming business, including development review, equity and diversity initiatives, a sign code amendment, a tree preservation amendment, a contract with Herrera (SMAP), radar speed sign deployment, and a sidewalk contract amendment for 24th & Meridian. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for review and discussion only, with public input reserved for regular council meetings.

• Discussion of ordinance amending the sign code
• Discussion of ordinance amending tree preservation rules
• Discussion of resolution for Herrera contract (SMAP)
• Discussion of radar speed sign deployment
• Discussion of resolution for 24th & Meridian sidewalks contract amendment

The Edgewood City Council held a study session on March 16, 2021, with no formal votes recorded. Council received briefings on the Code Enforcement Program, equity and diversity training, a sign code amendment, and a tree preservation amendment. Council agreed to place the Herrera Contract (SMAP) resolution on the consent agenda for the next regular meeting, and a request was made to place the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks contract amendment on an upcoming consent agenda. Other items, including radar speed sign deployment, were discussed without decisions.

• Agreed to place Herrera Contract (SMAP) resolution on next regular meeting's consent agenda
• Requested 24th & Meridian Sidewalks contract amendment be placed on an upcoming consent agenda
• No votes or formal actions taken on sign code amendment, tree preservation amendment, or radar speed sign deployment

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to approve minutes from January 14, 2021, and conduct public hearings on two code enforcement cases. The board will hear cases CE-21-0003 (1117 122ND AV E, responsible party Vivian J Roof) and CE-20-0002 (9617 18TH STCT E, responsible parties Alan J & Lilyan V Pascoe). No other business is listed.

• Case CE-21-0003: 1117 122ND AV E, responsible party Vivian J Roof
• Case CE-20-0002: 9617 18TH STCT E, responsible parties Alan J & Lilyan V Pascoe
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Public hearing procedures and appearance of fairness explanation

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of March 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $343,881.81 and a contract with Rhay Design LLC. The main business item is an ordinance to amend the 2021 fiscal year budget.

• Approval of March 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $343,881.81
• Resolution No. 21-0554: Contract with Rhay Design LLC
• Ordinance No. 21-0602: Amending the 2021 fiscal year budget

The Edgewood City Council approved a consent agenda that included March 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $343,881.81, a contract with Rhay Design LLC (Resolution No. 21-0554), and prior meeting minutes. The council also approved Ordinance No. 21-0602 amending the 2021 fiscal year budget, described by staff as a housekeeping item. Both the consent agenda and the ordinance passed 7-0. No audience comment was recorded.

• Approved consent agenda including February 23, 2021 meeting minutes, March 2, 2021 study session minutes, March 2021 budgeted expenditures of $343,881.81, and Resolution No. 21-0554 Rhay Design LLC contract (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0602 amending the 2021 fiscal year budget (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on amendments to the Tree Preservation Code and Sign Code. They will also discuss the Town Center, development standards, sewer connection requirements, street light standards, and the 2021 work plan. The meeting is virtual via Zoom.

• Public hearing and action on Tree Preservation Code Amendment
• Public hearing and action on Sign Code Amendment
• Discussion of Town Center
• Discussion of Development Standards and Public Works Standards
• Discussion of Sewer Connection Requirements

The Edgewood Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a tree preservation code amendment and 7-0 to recommend approval of a sign code amendment, both as presented. The Commission also discussed Town Center, development and public works standards, sanitary sewer connection requirements, street light standards, and the 2021 work plan; these items were scheduled for the April 12th agenda, with some to be action items and others discussion items. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (5-0)
• Recommended approval of tree preservation code amendment, as presented (7-0)
• Recommended approval of sign code amendment, as presented (7-0)
• Scheduled Town Center item as an action item for April 12th agenda
• Scheduled development standards and public works standards as a discussion item for April 12th agenda
• Scheduled sanitary sewer connection requirements as an action item for April 12th agenda
• Scheduled street light standards as an action item for April 12th agenda
• Discussed 2021 work plan; no action taken

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss routine updates, approve the February meeting summary, and review old business including the 2021 work plan, Edgemont Park playground, 36th & Meridian Park, and other park-related policies. New business includes a discussion on Pacific Coast Dogwood at Nelson Nature Park. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2021 Work Plan review
• Edgemont Park Playground update
• 36th & Meridian Park update
• Park Amenity Dedication Policy discussion
• Pacific Coast Dogwood at Nelson Nature Park (new business)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its February 4, 2021 meeting summary on a 6-0 vote. On old business, board members decided not to move forward with the National Fitness Campaign at this time, and the city's recommendation was not to place Little Libraries on city property due to liability and vandalism concerns. The Park Amenity Dedication Policy was held for follow-up, and other items (2021 work plan, Edgemont Park Playground, 36th & Meridian Park, a donated Pacific Coast Dogwood tree) were reviewed or discussed without a recorded decision.

• Approved February 4, 2021 meeting summary (6-0)
• Decided not to move forward with the National Fitness Campaign at this time
• City recommendation: do not house Little Libraries on city property (liability and vandalism)
• Park Amenity Dedication Policy brought back for follow-up, no decision

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss several upcoming items, including equity, diversity, and inclusion training, the Edgemont Playground, a contract with Rhay Design LLC, and Ordinance No. 21-0602 amending the 2021 budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for review and discussion only.

• Discussion of equity, diversity, and inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion of Edgemont Playground
• Discussion of Resolution for Rhay Design LLC contract
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 21-0602 amending the 2021 fiscal year budget

The Council held a study session to discuss equity and diversity planning, Edgemont Playground repairs, and a budget amendment for the 2021 Fiscal Year. Council members agreed to move a contract for Rhay Design LLC to a future Consent Agenda.

• Agreed to move Rhay Design LLC contract to a future Consent Agenda

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss the Edgewood Marketplace project, its 2021 work plan, and a summary of a joint meeting with the City Council. No action items are scheduled; the agenda is largely discussion and routine consent items.

• Discussion of Edgewood Marketplace
• Discussion of 2021 Work Plan
• Summary of joint meeting with City Council
• Approval of February 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Planning Commission minutes for February

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the February 1, 2021, meeting and the February Planning Commission minutes. Members also held discussions regarding the Edgewood Marketplace, the 2021 Work Plan, and a summary of a joint meeting with the City Council. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including updates to council rules and board appointments. The agenda also includes a presentation from Pierce Transit and discussions regarding the 2021 fiscal year budget.

• Approval of $175,245.85 in budgeted expenditures and vendor payments
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 21-0602 to amend the 2021 Fiscal Year Budget
• Authorization of Hedden Intersection Safety Improvements
• Resolution No. 21-0548 regarding WRIA 10 Watershed Restoration and Enhancement Plan
• Naming of 36th & Meridian Park

The Edgewood City Council approved a consent agenda covering February 2021 budgeted expenditures, a watershed restoration plan, city logo standards, and 2021 work plans for commissions and boards. The council also approved resolutions on council rules of procedure, board appointments, and naming a park at 36th & Meridian, and agreed to move ahead with Hedden intersection safety improvements. A motion to postpone action on an ordinance amending the 2021 fiscal year budget passed 5-1, with Councilmember Lowry opposed. Councilmember Wise left the meeting at 7:39pm.

• Approved consent agenda including $175,245.85 in February 2021 budgeted expenditures (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0548, WRIA 10 Watershed Restoration and Enhancement Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0549, City Logo and Usage Standards (7-0)
• Approved City of Edgewood Commission and Board 2021 Work Plans (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0550, Council Rules of Procedure amendments for liaisons and up to four virtual meetings per year (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0551, External Boards, Commissions and Council Liaisons appointments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0552, 36th & Meridian Park Naming (7-0)
• Agreed to move ahead with Hedden Intersection Safety Improvements (unanimous)

City Council

This study session is for the Council to review upcoming business; no official action will be taken. The agenda includes discussions on 2021 work plans for various boards, safety improvements, and a budget amendment.

• 2021 Budget Amendment ordinance discussion
• Hedden Intersection Safety Improvements discussion
• 2021 Work Plans for Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Planning Commission
• WRIA 10 Watershed Restoration and Enhancement Plan resolution discussion
• 36th & Meridian Park naming discussion

The Feb. 16, 2021 study session was largely discussion-based. Council heard 2021 work plans from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Economic Development Advisory Board, and Planning Commission. Council concluded a video study for Hedden intersection safety improvements was not necessary and asked for further research. Items on the WRIA 10 watershed plan and the city logo were moved forward to upcoming consent agendas, and Council voted 7-0 to extend the meeting to review external board and commission liaison appointments.

• Voted 7-0 to extend the meeting
• Concluded a $2,500 video study for Hedden intersection safety improvements was not necessary; asked for further research
• Moved WRIA 10 Watershed Restoration and Enhancement Plan forward as an upcoming consent agenda item
• Moved city logo and usage standards forward as an upcoming consent agenda item
• Received 2021 work plans from Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Planning Commission boards
• Discussed 2021 budget amendment ordinance; no action recorded

Code Enforcement Board

The Edgewood Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to approve minutes from the December 10, 2020 meeting and conduct public hearings on two code enforcement cases. The board will hear cases CE-21-0001 at 3428 99th Ave E (responsible party Kenneth Pfiefle) and CE-20-0035 at 10702 43rd St Ct E (responsible parties Darren & Cynthia Kinnischtzke). No other business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2020 meeting
• Public hearing: CE-21-0001, 3428 99th Ave E, Kenneth Pfiefle
• Public hearing: CE-20-0035, 10702 43rd St Ct E, Darren & Cynthia Kinnischtzke
• Meeting held via Zoom; phone participation available

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will vote on routine consent items, including February budgeted expenditures totaling $9,280,488.74, a new LID assessment interest rate, and a sidewalk construction contract. They will also confirm mayoral appointments to boards and approve new job descriptions. The meeting includes the mayor's State of the City address and public comment.

• Approval of February 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $9,280,488.74
• Resolution 21-0546 setting new LID Assessment Interest Rate
• Resolution 21-0547 awarding contract for 24th & Meridian Sidewalks
• Confirming appointments: Tom Greene (Planning Commission), Deanna Clark (Economic Development Advisory Board), Shelly Osmonson (Salary Commission)
• Approving job descriptions for Code Compliance Manager and Development Review Coordinator

The Edgewood City Council approved its consent agenda 7-0, including February 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $9,280,488.74 and a contract award for the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks project. The council also confirmed mayoral appointments to the Planning Commission, Economic Development Advisory Board, and Salary Commission, and approved job descriptions for a Code Compliance Manager and Development Review Coordinator, both by 7-0 votes. Mayor Eidinger delivered the annual State of the City Address. The meeting adjourned at 7:21pm.

• Approved February 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $9,280,488.74 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0546 setting a new LID assessment interest rate (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-0547 awarding the 24th & Meridian Sidewalks contract (7-0)
• Confirmed Tom Greene to Planning Commission Position No. 3, term ending June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Confirmed Deanna Clark to Economic Development Advisory Board Position No. 4, term ending June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Confirmed Shelly Osmonson to Salary Commission Position No. 1, term ending December 31, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Code Compliance Manager and Development Review Coordinator job descriptions (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine consent items and discuss several planning topics, including the Town Center, development and public works standards, sewer connection requirements, street light standards, tree preservation code, sign code modification, and the 2021 work plan. No public hearings or action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of Town Center
• Discussion of Development Standards and Public Works Standards
• Discussion of Sewer Connection Requirements
• Discussion of Street Light Standards
• Discussion of Tree Preservation Code and Sign Code Modification

The Edgewood Planning Commission met on February 8, 2020 (the minutes header says 2021-02-08, but the document text says Monday, February 8, 2020) and approved its consent agenda 5-0. In discussion, the Commission decided the city should require 3K LED bulbs instead of 4K and require shielding for all new and replaced street lights. No formal action was taken on Town Center, development and public works standards, sanitary sewer connection requirements, tree preservation, sign code, or the 2021 Work Plan; those items were set for the March 8 meeting, with public hearings planned for the tree preservation and sign code amendments.

• Approved the consent agenda as presented (5-0)
• Decided Edgewood should require 3K LED bulbs, not 4K, for all new and replaced street lights
• Decided Edgewood should require light shielding for all new and replaced street lights
• No action items were on the agenda; no formal votes were taken on the discussion items

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting virtually to receive staff updates, approve the January meeting summary, and discuss old business including the Edgemont Park Playground, National Fitness Campaign, 2021 Work Plan, 36th & Meridian Park, and a park amenity dedication policy. New business includes Little Libraries and potential Eagle Scout projects. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Edgemont Park Playground update
• National Fitness Campaign discussion
• 2021 Work Plan review
• 36th & Meridian Park update
• Park Amenity Dedication Policy

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommended a formal name for the 36th & Meridian Park. The board also reviewed the 2021 Work Plan and discussed the National Fitness Campaign and park amenity policies.

• Approved recommendation to Council to name 36th & Meridian Park 'Edgewood Community Park' (4-0)
• Approved December 3, 2020 Meeting Summary (4-0)

City Council

This study session is for the Council to review upcoming business; no official actions or votes will be taken. The agenda includes discussions on sidewalk contracts, intersection safety, and staff job descriptions.

• Contract award discussion for 24th & Meridian sidewalks
• Hedden Intersection safety improvements discussion
• Resolution discussion to set new LID Assessment Interest Rate
• Interviews for Planning Commission and Economic Development Advisory Board
• Discussion regarding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The Edgewood City Council met on February 2, 2021 and interviewed three applicants: Tome Greene and Shelly Osmonson for the Planning Commission and Deanna Clark for the Economic Development Advisory Board. No appointments were voted on. Council discussed an equity, diversity and inclusion item, a resolution to set a new LID assessment interest rate, reclassifying two job descriptions, a 24th & Meridian sidewalks contract award, and Hedden intersection safety improvements. The LID resolution and the sidewalks contract were directed to future consent agendas, and the Hedden item will return in two weeks; no substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• No appointments made; interviewed Tome Greene and Shelly Osmonson (Planning Commission) and Deanna Clark (Economic Development Advisory Board)
• LID assessment interest rate resolution moved forward to an upcoming consent agenda
• 24th & Meridian sidewalks contract award placed on an upcoming consent agenda
• Hedden intersection safety improvements to return in two weeks for further discussion
• No vote recorded on equity, diversity and inclusion discussion or job description reclassifications

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Edgewood Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss the Edgewood Marketplace project and its 2021 work plan. No action items are scheduled; the meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comment.

• Discussion of Edgewood Marketplace
• Discussion of 2021 Work Plan
• Approval of January 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Planning Commission minutes for January

The Board approved the meeting agenda, the December 7, 2020 minutes, and the November Planning Commission minutes. Members discussed the Edgewood Marketplace and the 2021 Work Plan, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a special meeting to review the past year and discuss the business plan and path forward for 2021, including goals on communications and equity, diversity, and inclusion. The agenda is largely a workshop-style discussion with no formal votes or public hearings.

• 2020 in Review
• The Business Plan
• 2021 The Path Forward: Goals - Strengthening Communications
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Other Topics

The Edgewood City Council met on January 30, 2021 for a strategic planning retreat. Mayor Eidinger led discussion of 2020 accomplishments, the city's business plan, and 2021 goals including better communication and the idea of forming an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) board with three councilmembers and community members. The minutes record discussion only; no motions, votes, or formal decisions are shown. The meeting adjourned after the mayor's recap.

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including budget expenditures totaling $377,512.18, and to discuss several ordinances. Key actions include confirming the appointment of Sergeant Mark Berry as Police Chief and adopting updated building codes. The agenda also includes amendments to municipal code sections on subdivision definitions and nonconforming status.

• AB21-005: Approve December 2020 and January 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $377,512.18
• AB21-006: Confirm appointment of Sergeant Mark Berry as Police Chief
• Ordinance 21-0599: Amend subdivision and development standards definitions
• Ordinance 21-0600: Amend termination of nonconforming status
• Ordinance 21-0601: Adopt 2018 state building codes and 2020 electrical/LPG codes

The Edgewood City Council approved four items on its consent and business agendas, all by 7-0 votes. It authorized $377,512.18 in December 2020 and January 2021 budgeted expenditures, confirmed the mayoral appointment of Sergeant Mark Berry as Police Chief, and adopted three ordinances amending the municipal code on subdivision and development definitions, nonconforming status, and building construction codes. No audience comment was recorded and the meeting adjourned at 7:36pm.

• Approved December 2020 and January 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $377,512.18 (7-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointment of Sergeant Mark Berry as City of Edgewood Police Chief (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0599 amending subdivision and development definitions (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0600 amending rules on termination of nonconforming status (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0601 adopting 2018 state building, residential, mechanical, fire, fuel gas and energy codes plus 2020 gas and electrical code updates (7-0)

City Council

This is a study session where the Edgewood City Council will discuss, but not vote on, several topics including equity and diversity training, development review processes, and proposed ordinances on building codes, nonconforming status termination, and lot of record definitions. The council will also review job descriptions for a Code Compliance Manager and Development Review Coordinator. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of equity, diversity, and inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion of development review process
• Discussion of ordinance on building codes
• Discussion of ordinance on termination of nonconforming status
• Discussion of job descriptions for Code Compliance Manager and Development Review Coordinator

The Edgewood City Council met on January 19, 2021, for a discussion-focused session. Council and staff talked through equity, diversity and inclusion; development review; and three proposed ordinances on building codes, termination of nonconforming status, and lot of record definitions and development standards. No motions, votes, approvals, or denials are recorded in these minutes. Mayor Eidinger removed one agenda item and postponed it until after the Strategic Planning Retreat.

• No substantive decisions recorded; meeting was discussion-only
• Item G removed from agenda and postponed until after the Strategic Planning Retreat
• Meeting adjourned at 7:49pm

General

The Edgewood City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a Meet & Greet with four applicants for the vacant Pierce County Sheriff's Office Chief of Police position for the city. The meeting consists of scheduled introductions with each candidate, followed by adjournment. No decisions or discussions are on the agenda beyond this meet-and-greet.

• Meet & Greet with four candidates for Chief of Police
• Candidates scheduled in 15-minute slots from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
• Meeting held at City Hall, 2224 104th Avenue East, Edgewood, WA

City Council

The Edgewood City Council will hold public hearings on building codes, termination of nonconforming status, and lot of record definitions, then consider a consent agenda including budgeted expenditures and a motion to approve a $6.9 million refunding bond for Local Improvement District No. 1. The council will also hold an executive session to review a public employee's performance.

• Public hearing on Building Codes (AB21-001)
• Public hearing on Termination of Nonconforming Status (AB21-002)
• Public hearing on Lot of Record Definitions and Development Standards (AB21-003)
• Approval of December 2020 and January 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $624,254.26
• Ordinance No. 21-0598 authorizing issuance of Local Improvement District No. 1 Refunding Bond up to $6,937,362.20

The Edgewood City Council approved Ordinance No. 21-0598, authorizing the issuance and sale of a Local Improvement District No. 1 refunding bond in a principal amount not to exceed $6,937,362.20 to repay the LID No. 1 Bonds, 2014A and 2014B. The council also approved the consent agenda, including December 2020 (Period 13) and January 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $624,254.26. Three public hearings were held on building codes, termination of nonconforming status, and lot of record definitions and development standards; no decisions on those items are recorded in these minutes. The meeting included an executive session on employee performance, which was extended several times, and adjourned at 8:28pm.

• Approved Ordinance No. 21-0598 authorizing a LID No. 1 refunding bond up to $6,937,362.20 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Dec 2020 and Jan 2021 budgeted expenditures totaling $624,254.26 (7-0)
• Held public hearing on building codes (AB21-001), opened 7:06pm, closed 7:08pm
• Held public hearing on termination of nonconforming status (AB21-002), opened 7:08pm, closed 7:12pm
• Held public hearing on lot of record definitions and development standards (AB21-003), opened 7:12pm, closed 7:14pm
• Held executive session on public employee performance, extended multiple times, adjourned 8:28pm

Planning Commission

The Edgewood Planning Commission meets virtually to handle routine consent items and hold discussion-only sessions on several planning topics. No public hearings or action items are scheduled; the main business is discussing the Town Center, street light standards, a tree preservation code amendment, sign code modification, 2021 comprehensive plan amendments, and the 2021 work plan.

• Discussion of Town Center
• Discussion of Street Light Standards
• Discussion of Tree Preservation Code Amendment
• Discussion of Sign Code Modification
• Discussion of 2021 City-initiated Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve its consent agenda. The rest of the meeting was discussion only: commissioners talked about a possible Town Center subarea plan and SEPA threshold changes, street light standards, tree preservation code amendments, sign code modifications, three city-initiated 2021 Comprehensive Plan amendments, and the 2021 work plan. No action items, public hearings, or citizen comments were recorded; staff were asked to bring more information back to the February 8 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (6-0)
• No action items were on the agenda
• No public hearings were held
• No citizen comments were received
• Requested staff information on Town Center public engagement and implementation for February 8
• Scheduled further street light temperature and shielding discussion for February 8
• Requested staff review of tree preservation code for final discussion February 8
• Set sign code modification discussion for February 8

City Council

The Edgewood City Council is holding a study session to discuss several upcoming ordinances and topics, including equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, building codes, termination of nonconforming status, lot of record definitions and development standards, and a city dashboard. No formal action will be taken at this study session; it is for review and discussion only.

• Discussion on equity, diversity, and inclusion trainings and planning
• Discussion on building codes ordinance
• Discussion on ordinance for termination of nonconforming status
• Discussion on lot of record definitions and development standards
• Discussion on city dashboard

The Edgewood City Council met in a study session on January 5, 2021. Council discussed equity, diversity and inclusion outreach, and reviewed three draft ordinances: building codes, termination of nonconforming status, and lot of record definitions and development standards. Staff also presented the city dashboard system. No decisions, votes, or approvals are recorded in these minutes; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 8:22pm.