Shoreline council to discuss placemaking, alleys, density, and bikes

The Shoreline city council will convene on May 12 to discuss several amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on transportation and urban development. One proposed change aims to streamline bike safety details by referencing the Engineering Development Manual instead of duplicating information. The council will also consider shrinking the proposed Countywide Centers in response to King County feedback, aiming to concentrate investments and stimulate growth. Another significant agenda item is the approval of a Safe Streets Action Plan designed to address alarming pedestrian collision rates, which have reached record highs. This plan will incorporate community input and data to enhance safety features such as crosswalks and bike lanes, facilitating future grant applications.

The council will also evaluate a new fee for developers seeking extensions on affordable housing tax breaks, affecting 731 rent-restricted units across 20 buildings. Lastly, the council plans to allocate $189,700 from a federal grant to develop an urban forest care plan, as the grant is currently at risk. These discussions reflect ongoing efforts to improve safety and livability in Shoreline.