Shoreline City Council Regular Meeting - August 10, 2026

The Shoreline City Council held a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chamber. The meeting included a proclamation, approval of the consent calendar, election of a temporary presiding officer, and a discussion on an ordinance authorizing the use of eminent domain for the 175th Street Corridor Improvement Project Phase 1. One member of the public provided comment regarding the King County Sheriff's Department.

Proclamation

• Deputy Mayor Povey proclaimed August 10–17, 2026 as "Celebrate Shoreline" week and August 14, 2026 as Shoreline Chamber of Commerce 50th Anniversary Day.

Consent Calendar

• Approved the regular meeting minutes of July 27, 2026.
• Approved expenses and payroll as of July 24, 2026 in the amount of $5,642,893.97.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment 11 to Contract 9263 with KPFF Consulting Engineers for $151,986.02 for the 148th Street Non-Motorized Bridge Project.
• The consent calendar was approved unanimously (6-0).

Public Comments & Testimony

• Norbert Steele (Shoreline resident) expressed frustration with the city's relationship with the King County Sheriff's Department, arguing that the department acts as the city's boss rather than a contractor. He reported that despite calling police about an ICE-related incident near his home, officers did not respond. He urged the council to treat the Sheriff's Department as a contractor with clear responsibilities. He also mentioned that he had previously advocated for council salary increases at the Salary Commission.

Discussion Items

• Ordinance No. 1064 – Authorizing Eminent Domain for 175th Street Corridor Improvement Project Phase 1
  • Robert Victor (Public Works engineer/project manager) presented the ordinance. The project will improve safety and mobility at the intersection of 175th and Meridian (Phase 1), including sidewalk, bike lane, ADA improvements, pedestrian beacons, signalization, and utility undergrounding. The ordinance allows the city to acquire property rights via condemnation if negotiations fail, though the city intends to continue good faith negotiations. The ordinance also provides a real estate excise tax exemption.
  • Councilmember Snyder noted that in 2024 the project was at 60% design and anticipated removing 30–35 trees and replanting 45, but now the removal number has increased to 45 trees (about 50% increase). Victor explained that project limits expanded to incorporate a sewer project and Seattle City Light utility vaults, plus discrepancies in the arborist survey. He stated that no revised arborist report exists for the 90% design.
  • Councilmember Adamasu asked about separation of pedestrians from e-bikes and Lime scooters on shared-use paths. Victor stated that the 60% design approved by council includes a shared-use path, but opportunities to revisit the cross-section exist through a future value engineering study in later unfunded phases. Staff also noted that Lime scooter speed regulations will be discussed with council later this year.
  • Councilmember Adamasu also questioned efforts to save existing trees, noting a 15°F temperature difference between shaded and unshaded sidewalks. Victor acknowledged limited opportunities for Phase 1 but committed to exploring non-conventional methods (e.g., permatrack, grade adjustments) in future phases.
  • Councilmember Mark asked about extending the utility undergrounding area to the west, which contributed to tree impacts. He also suggested considering off-site or one-for-one tree replacement. Victor said the city has typically not planted off-site but will consider the idea. He also described pedestrian beacons (rapid flashing beacons) planned for later phases.
  • Next steps: Final action on Ordinance 1064 is scheduled for the August 17, 2026 meeting, where it will likely be on the consent calendar. Accompanying Resolution 566 (project relocation plan and increased signing authority for property acquisition) will also be on the consent calendar.

Key Outcomes

• Approval of Agenda: Adopted by unanimous consent.
• Election of Temporary Presiding Officer: Councilmember Moore was elected (5 votes in favor; one absent) to serve as temporary presiding officer for the August 17, 2026 regular meeting, as both the Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be absent.
• Consent Calendar: Approved 6-0.
• Eminent Domain Ordinance: Discussion held; no vote taken. Final action scheduled for August 17, 2026.
• Adjournment: Meeting adjourned after the study item.