Next week at Shoreline City Hall

By Oliver J. Moffat

The Shoreline City Council will be back after a two-week break. Here are a few items from the Monday, June 2, 2025 agenda.

Shoreline city council members: Back row from left: Councilmembers John Ramsdell, Betsy Robertson, Annette Ademasu, Eben Pobee, Keith Scully; Front row from left: Mayor Chris Roberts, Deputy Mayor Laura Mork. 

Pride Month — The Council will issue a proclamation declaring June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month, reaffirming Shoreline's commitment to being a welcoming, inclusive, and safe community for all LGBTQIA2S+ people, as stated in Resolution No. 542. The Progress Pride Flag will fly at City Hall throughout June as a symbol of support.

Tree Code — The Council will consider authorizing a $200,000 contract for an update to the City's tree regulations. The existing tree code, largely based on old King County rules, is currently confusing and inconsistent, says the city. 

This update will align the rules with community goals for tree preservation and canopy, as outlined in the Comprehensive Plan, Climate Action Plan, and Urban Forest Strategic Plan. 

A Community Advisory Group will be formed, comprising tree experts, environmental advocates, and development and housing stakeholders. This group will meet up to seven times, starting in September 2025, to help shape the revised tree code, and members will receive compensation for their participation.

Shoreline Pool — Hire Architects for $150,000 to create a rough schematic design of a potential new Shoreline Pool. This is part of exploring a possible November 2026 ballot measure to fund the construction and operation of a new indoor pool. The proposed facility would be located at the City-owned storage court north of City Hall.

Comprehensive Plan — The Council will vote on Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket, including removing redundant bike safety details, adjusting Countywide Center boundaries, updating the Town Center Plan for transportation and placemaking, and adding new through-block connections in station areas.

145th Street — The Council will consider increasing a 145th construction contract to nearly $50 million. This cost increase is due to unexpected delays and complications, including issues with relocating underground utilities, temporary power, new permit requirements, and managing traffic during construction. 

These challenges have extended the project timeline and raised expenses. There is currently a funding shortfall of over $2 million for the construction contract. City staff are actively seeking additional funding from partners, including potential grant funds or federal money. 

If these efforts are unsuccessful, the City may need to provide up to $4.5 million from its general fund or Roads Capital fund.

Information on how to provide comment or attend council meetings is available on the City’s website.