09-03-2024 Council Minutes - RegularCITY OF
�. Federal Way
Centered on Opportunity
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Hall - Council Chambers
September 3, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Council President Linda Kochmar,
Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember Paul McDaniel, Councilmember
Susan Honda, Councilmember Hoang Tran, Councilmember Jack Walsh, and
Councilmember Jack Dovey.
City staff in attendance: City Administrator Brian Davis, City Attorney Ryan Call, and City
Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ferrell invited Boy Scout Troop #361 to lead the flag salute.
3. CEREMONIES & RECOGNITION
Members of the Jet Cities Chorus performed "Turn on the Sunshine". Mayor Ferrell
acknowledged and presented a certificate of achievement to the Jet Cities Chorus
members for their recent achievement. Lindsey Smith accepted the certificate on behalf
of the Chorus.
4. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT
Police Chief Hwang presented a crime report stating overall crime is down 10%. Chief
Hwang highlighted motor vehicle theft is down 47% and drug offenses are up 1275%.
There has been a significant reduction in specific crimes since reinstating the pursuit policy
(12113). The Chief also provided back to school safety reminders.
Public Works Director EJ Walsh provided a traffic safety update regarding the intersection
of SW 320th St & 21It Ave SW. He provided specific data from this intersection and noted
motor vehicle accidents are up across the state.
Mayor Ferrell highlighted recent events in the community including the Lion's Club Car
Show on August 17, a visit from Congressman Adam Smith on August 23, and the free
back to school haircuts for kids' event at Town Square Park on August 27. He promoted
multiple upcoming events including the Kiwanis Golf Tournament on September 6, free
shredding events at the PAEC, and the King County Tool Library on September 14.
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Council President Kochmar noted the meet and greet with Councilmembers and School
Board members has been rescheduled to October 5.
Diversity Commission Chair Saudia Abdullah provided a report on the successful Federal
Way Community Festival. She thanked those that attended and helped put this community
event together.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Greg McCann, Troop #361 Assistant Scout Master stated the importance of scouting
which helps develop future business and community leaders.
Dara Mandeville appreciated the crime report, acknowledging the important of the pursuit
laws. She promoted volunteer clean-up events and asked the Council address the
vagrancy surrounding the Day Center.
Ken Blevens is concerned with the level of vagrancy and drug use at the Day Center.
Geoffrey Tancredi would like to see the Day Center closed and would like to see treatment
facilities for those dealing with mental health and drug addiction.
Anna Patrick is supportive of strict language on recreational vehicles on city streets.
Mary Ehlis and Gerry Knutson promoted Historical Society events and the open house at
Camp Kilworth, the city's first landmark.
Bryson Fico supports criminal justice reform and spoke to the lack of arruidable Iiuusiiiy.
Saudia Abdullah provided information regarding an unfortunate incident at the Community
Festival; a Code of Conduct will be required for next year's event.
Juan Juarez provided information on an alarming incident at the Day Center while
dropping off donations with family.
Betty Taylor believes the revised code sections relating to commissions should be
provided to individuals newly appointed.
6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
Councilmember Walsh noted the next committee meeting will be on Tuesday, September
10 and reported on community events he is attending.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC) Councilmember Dovey noted the next
committee meeting will be Monday, September 9 due to the holiday; the agenda includes
a presentation from Sound Transit.
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Councilmember Tran reported the next meeting will be September 24 at 5:00 p.m.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Councilmember Assefa-Dawson noted
Council interviewed applicants for Commissions however they will not be making
appointments for LTAC tonight. The next committee meeting will be September 10.
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Regional Committees Report Councilmember Honda provided information from various
regional Boards and Committees she attends including Sound Cities Association, South
King County DVI Task Force, and the Joint Transportation Meeting at PSRC. She
promoted the upcoming Senior Connection meeting on September 18 and the meet and
greet with Councilmembers and School Board Members on October 5.
Council President Report Council President Kochmar shared a personal story about
frustrating experiences in her life, both past and present, when she has been
underestimated because of her gender.
At 8:24 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced brief 5-minute recess. The meeting was reconvened at
8:32 p.m.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: August 13, 2024 Regular and Special Meeting Minutes
b. 2025-2027 Solid Waste and Recycling Grant Approvals
c. ADA Retrofit Program — 85% Status and Authorization to Bid
d. 2021 Storm Drain CCTV Inspection and Assessment — Project Acceptance
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(A) - (D); SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
8. PUBLIC HEARING
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
a. Council Bill #884: Ordinance/Proposed FWRC Title 19 Amendments to the Parking
of Recreational Vehicles on Residential Properties*
Mayor opened the public hearing at 8:33 p.m.
Community Development Director Keith Niven presented information on the
proposed ordinance that addresses recreational vehicles making it more
reasonable for residents to park and store RV on their properties.
Public Comment:
Barbara Marsh feels she has been heard and the ordinance is a good thing; she
appreciates a city that listens.
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON.
Councilmembers thanked Director Niven for the presentation and Ms. Marsh for bringing this
issue forward. Clarifying questions regarding unlicensed and inoperable vehicles were asked.
The motion to close the public hearing passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
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CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda yes
9. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Washington Military Dept of Emergency Division Extreme Weather Response
Grant Funds Application Agreement
Human Services Coordinator Layelah Wilson provided an overview of this grant
application which was previously approved by Council on July 2. One additional
step was identified and is a requirement to complete the application.
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED WASHINGTON
MILITARY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY DIVISION EXTREME WEATHER RESPONSE
GRANT FUNDS APPLICATION AGREEMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
b. Proposed 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 117
representing Lieutenants
Human Resources Director Vanessa Audett provided information regarding the
proposed 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 117
representing Lieutenants. The previous agreement expired on 12.31.2021 and the
negotiating team reached this tentative agreement prior to entering interest
arbitration. She provided a summary of changes and noted the contract conforms
with previous authority.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED 2022-2024
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL 117
REPRESENTING LIEUTENANTS, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID
AGREEMENT; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
c. Planning Commission Appointment(s)
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION: JIM STILES (POSITION 1) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A TERM
TO EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 30, 2028; AND TIM O'NEIL (POSITION 3) AS A VOTING MEMBER
FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 30, 2028; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
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Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
d. Human Services Commission Appointment(s)
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE HUMAN
SERVICES COMMISSION: DON PALUMBO (POSITION 3) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A
TERM TO EXPIRE JANUARY 31, 2027; AND DONNA ARNOLD (POSITION 7) AS A VOTING
MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE JANUARY 31, 2026; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
TRAN. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
e. Senior Advisory Commission Appointment(s)
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE SENIOR
ADVISORY COMMISSION: TAMMY DZIAK (POSITION 4) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A
TERM TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2027; LANA BOSTIC (POSITION 5) AS A VOTING MEMBER
FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2027; AND CATHERINE NORTH (POSITION 6) AS A
VOTING MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2027; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
f. Ethics Board Appointment(s)
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE
ETHICS BOARD: JAIME GOMEZ-BELTRAN (POSITION 1) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A
TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2026; KAREN KIRKPATRICK (POSITION 2) AS A VOTING
MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2027; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
g. Youth Commission Appointment(s)
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE YOUTH
COMMISSION: SIENNA MAYO (POSITION 2) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A TERM TO
EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2026;- AND SATINDER GREWAL (POSITION 4) AS A VOTING
MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2026; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MCDANIEL. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
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Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
h. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointments
No action taken on this item.
i. Diversity Commission Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE
DIVERSITY COMMISSION: DONNA ARNOLD (POSITION 8) AS A VOTING MEMBER FOR A
TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 31, 2026; AND JAIME GOMEZ-BELTRAN (POSITION 9) AS A
VOTING MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 31, 2026; SECOND BY COUNCIL
PRESIDENT KOCHMAR. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
10. ORDINANCES
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
First Reading
a. Council Bill #884/Ordinance: FWRC Title 19 Amendments to the Parkina of
Recreational Vehicles on Residential Properties
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO REGULATING
THE PARKING OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, UTILITY TRAILERS, AND BOATS IN
RESIDENTIAL ZONES; AMENDING FWRC 19.05.210, 19.130.260, AND 19.130.290, AND
REPEALING FWRC 19.130.270 AND 19.130.280 (Amending Ordinance Nos. 90-43, 00-375, 04-
457, 09-593, 09-595, 09-607, 09-610, and 13-754).
No additional presentation was made or public comments received following the
public hearing earlier in the meeting. City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read
ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH.
Council asked various clarifying questions regarding specific scenarios.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
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Second Reading/Enactment
b. Council Bill #881/Ordinance: 2023-2024 Biennial Budget Amendment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON RELATING TO AMENDING
THE 2023-2024 BIENNIAL BUDGET. (Amending Ordinance Nos. 22-941, 23-959, 23-974 and 24-
986)
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
c. Council Bill #882/Ordinance: Setting Municipal Court ,fudge Salary
-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO FIXING THE
SALARY OF MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGES; AMENDING FWRC 2.29.050 (Amending Ordinance
Nos. 99-339, 01-397, 05-484, and 05-494).
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
SECOND BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
d. Council Bill #883/Ordinance: Revisina FWRC 8.50.010 Relatinq to Parkinq
Recreational Vehicles on City Streets
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PARKING ON CITY STREETS; AMENDING FWRC 8.50.010.
(Amending Ordinance no. 24-983)
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO REMAND THIS ITEM BACK TO LUTC COMMITTEE FOR
FURTHER DISCUSSION AT THE NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
11. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson suggested moving public comment and commission
appointments forward on the agenda in the future so that people don't leave the meeting.
Councilmember McDaniel reported on his experience of attending the Human Services
Commission and their grant review process, thanking them for their work. He is concerned at the
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amount small businesses are paying to replace broken windows.
Councilmember Honda reported on various upcoming events in the community including the
Kiwanis Charity Golf Tournament, Federal Way Soroptimist Blingo, and the Tool Library Recycle
and Shred Event.
Councilmember Tran had no report.
Councilmember Walsh thanked those that supported his small business over the years and
those that came by for his last day; he felt a great sense of community.
Councilmember Dovey suggested the city partner with the school district for free community
events at the Community Center.
Council President Kochmar will be attending the Chamber meeting.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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13. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 9:18
p. M.
Attest:
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Sianie Courtney, MMt, CPRO
City Clerk
Approved by Council: OQ-t7-ow
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