14 Aug Commission Meeting Minutes 7-29-25
PORT COMMISSION OF THE PORT OF EDMONDS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
JULY 29, 2025 10am
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
David Preston, President
Janelle Cass, Vice President
Selena Killin, Secretary
Jay Grant
Ross Dimmick
STAFF PRESENT
Brandon Baker, Acting Executive Director
Brian Menard, Director of Facilities and Maintenance
Iliana Minkov, Leasing and Administrative Specialist
I. CALL TO ORDER
President Preston called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
II. FLAG SALUTE
All those in attendance participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag.
III. MISSION STATEMENT
Commission President Preston read the Port of Edmonds’ Mission Statement:
The mission of the Port of Edmonds is to provide value to our community through economic development, marina and commercial operations, waterfront public access, and environmental stewardship.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COMMISSIONER GRANT MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. COMMISSIONER CASS SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Each comment shall generally be limited to 3 minutes or less and shall be limited to Port business)
There were no public comments.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
COMMISSIONER CASS MOVED THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS. COMMISSIONER KILLIN SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A. Approval of June 24, 2025 Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of July 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes
C. Approval of Payments in the amount of $651,689.37 for July 14, 2025, and $875,926.03 for July 29, 2025.
VII. CITY OF EDMONDS AND WOODWAY REPORTS
N/A
VIII. PRESENTATIONS
N/A
IX. POSSIBLE ACTION
There were no action items on the agenda.
X. INFORMATION
A. The Second Quarter Marina Operations Report was reviewed by Acting Executive Director Baker.
B. Landau Proposal: Acting Executive Director Baker provided a brief recap and led a discussion on planning an additional environmental investigation (soil, groundwater, exterior vapor, and sub-slab vapor) at The Landing (Arnie’s) property, which will involve examining five (5) boring sites and will be coordinated with Landau.
COMMISSIONER CASS MOVED THAT THE COMMISSION AUTHORIZE UP TO $50,000 BE SPENT ON FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF THE PROPERTY. COMMISSIONER DIMMICK SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
XI. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Acting Executive Director Baker provided the following updates:
• Harbor Square Business Complex Condition Report – available August 1st
• Commissioner walking tours – August 18th and 22nd
• Possible workshop at the August 26th Meeting to recap the Harbor Square Business Complex Condition Report
• Port Electrification Grant
• E-statements
• Parking Study
• EV Strategy
• Government Affairs
• Commission Videos Online
XII. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
• Commissioner Dimmick reported on attending the WPPA conference in Blaine and suggested exploring potential partnerships with nonprofits that train youth for maritime careers.
• Commissioner Grant provided extensive updates from recent WPPA legislative meetings, the work of the Snohomish County Earthquake and Tsunami Task Force, and discussed a bipartisan FEMA-related bill that may gain traction. Commissioner Grant also expressed concern about the City of Edmonds’ bond decision and the potential impact on future funding efforts following the RFA.
• Commissioner Killin shared her experience touring a Fish Processing Plant with Port Marina Staff and expressed pride in the team’s professionalism and dedication.
• Commissioner Cass shared personal news of her son’s recent wedding held at the Edmonds Yacht Club and noted family members lodging at The Harbor Inn. Commissioner Cass highlighted the successful kickoff of crabbing season, inquired about storage options for Corinthian Yacht Club, and commended staff for their swift progress on the Mid-Marina Breakwater project and the permit.
• Commissioner Preston emphasized the need to review tenant zip code demographics, mentioned an upcoming announcement regarding the return of cameras at the marina, and noted a WPPA communication initiative designed to educate the public on port activities.
XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
There was no Executive Session.
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
The Commission meeting was adjourned at 10:58 am.
The next Commission Meeting is scheduled to take place on August 11, at 6 pm.
Selena Killin,
Port Commission Secretary