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Home My WebLink AboutCouncil MINS 09-17-2002 Regular FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL Council Chambers - City Hall Regular Meeting September 17,2002 - 7:00 p.m. ***** Minutes I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Burbidge called the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council to order at the hourof7:06p.m. Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Deputy Mayor Dean McColgan, Councilmembers Mary Gates, Linda Kochmar, and Mike Park. Mayor Burbidge excused Councilmembers Eric Faison and Michael Hellickson. Staff present: City Manager David Moseley, Interim City Attorney Pat Richardson, City Clerk Chris Green, and Deputy City Clerk Stephanie Courtney. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Gates led the flag salute. II1. PRESENTATIONS a. Police Officers Swearing-In Ceremony City Manager David Moseley called upon Chief Anne Kirkpatrick to introduce the new officers. Chief Kirkpatrick asked new officers Donald King, David Johnson, Raymond Bunk III, Stacey Holland, Greg Wells, and Steve Olson to come forward to be sworn into office. City Clerk Chris Green administered the oath of office to the new Federal Way officers. b. Proclamation/Constitution Week Mayor Burbidge read and presented the proclamation to the Lakota Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Representative Peggy Eisaman. Ms. Eisaman thanked Council for this recognition and noted this is the 215'h anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. ORIGINAL Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 - Page 2 of 9 c. Proclamation/Walk Across Washington Day Mayor Burbidge read and presented the Walk Across Washington Day proclamation to Lt. Chris Norman, Chair of the city's Wellness Committee. Mr. Norman thanked Council for their support and encouraged citizens to sign up for the walk on the BP A trail which will be held Sunday, October 6th. ' d. ProclamationlMayors' Day of Concern for the Hungry Mayor Burbidge read and presented the proclamation to the Executive Director of Emergency Feeding Program, Arthur Lee. Mr. Lee accepted the proclamation and thanked the Council for the recognition, and encouraged citizens to give at local grocery stores on Saturday, September 28th. Mayor Burbidge encouraged anyone wishing to help staff local grocery store donation stations, contact the city's Human Services Department. e. Photographer Awards/Images Chosen for city Postcards City Manager asked Community Development Services Deputy Director/Economic Development Patrick Dorherty to give a brief presentation to Council on the city postcard program. Mr. Doherty reviewed each ofthe postcards that were chosen and presented a brief description of each. He noted the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee received well over 100 different images for consideration; and thanked both Barbara Reid for bringing the idea forward and the city's Graphic Artist Sharyn Earl for her work on this project. He distributed an honorarium to each of the photographers whose image was selected, and noted the postcards would soon be available through the Chamber of Commerce. f. Introduction of New Employees/City Manager City Manager announced there were no new employees to introduce at this time. g. Emerging Issues/City Manager Management Services Director Iwen Wang gave a brief presentation to Council on the Capital Facilities Plan. She also reviewed the 2002 Community Investment Survey results with the Council, highlighting the most important areas as perceived by the survey. Councilmember Gates asked that the survey results be posted on the city's website for citizens to review. Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 - Page 3 of 9 City Manager also asked Lodging Tax Advisory Committee member David DeGroot update Council on the Tourism Sign Program. Mr. DeGroot briefed Council on the Committee work thus far on implementing directional tourism signs, which would point out the different tourism opportunities and attractions in the city with the theme "Explore Federal Way". The committee is very excited about implementing this project along with other projects such as a tourism map, and a quarterly events calendar. He noted the committee is looking at many different ideas for highlighting Federal Way's amenities in the future. IV. CITIZEN COMMENT David Herring, Lonnie Miller, and Fred Konkell reported to Council their unhappiness with the recent increase in noise level in their Marine Hills community from overhead aircraft. Dave McKenzie, spoke in opposition to the Oxford House, which has located in his neighborhood. Prakash Meloot, Diversity Commissioner spoke to update Council on the commissions various projects, and announced he would be resigning from the commission due to other commitments. Cleveland Hobdy III, Pastor of Love of Life Fellowship of Seventh-day Adventists, spoke to show appreciation to the Council for this great community and the work they do, and also to highlight some of the programs and projects his church is working with. Ron Zaffino, spoke to Council in praise of the Parks Department crew who maintains Celebration Park. He noted the Park is always in great condition for the many sports tournaments that are held there. Eric Stavney, spoke in support of the city taking control of the Kenneth Jones Pool (aka Federal Way Pool), he noted "regular" people and seniors who might not be able to afford the amenities at the larger pools in the area commonly use this pool. Mayor Burbidge took a moment to comment on the Oxford House situation. She noted the Council is sensitive to the homeowners concerns regarding Oxford House. Legal staff have thoroughly reviewed this issue, are not in a position to comment further at this time. Mayor Burbidge also responded to citizens in the Marine Hills neighborhood, noting a meeting has been set up with the FAA and Port of Seattle officials. Mayor Burbidge said unfortunately the city does not have any leverage in flight patterns, but would discuss the concerns with them. Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 - Page 4 of 9 Counci1member Kochmar asked that at the conclusion of the meeting with the FAA and Port of Seattle, a letter of information be drafted to the homeowners. She further asked legal staff to review the concerns brought by Mr. McKenzie in regards to the Oxford House. v. i. j. CONSENT AGENDA a. b. Minutes/August 20, 2002 Regular Meeting -Approved Vouchers-Approved Quarterly Financial Report/July 2002-Approved Dumas Bay Centre/Roof Maintenance System/Bid Acceptance-Approved Skate Park 2% for Art Project-Approved Dumas Bay Restoration Project/Approval of Bid-Approved Amendment to Federal Way Boys & Girls Club Special 2002 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project-Approved Establish Parks Refund Checking Account/Resolution-Approved Resolution #02-371 King County Regional AMBER Alert Plan/Letter of Agreement-Approved Grant Funding for "Click It or Ticket"/Campaign & School Zone Enforcement-Approved Gun Tracing Project/Memorandum of Understanding-Approved Brighton Place Property Donation/Acceptance-Approved Council Bill #30llGambling Tax Code Amendment/Enactment Ordinance- Approved Ordinance #02-422 Council Bill #302/Social Services Transitional Housing Unit Code Amendment/Enactment Ordinance-Approved Ordinance #02-423 Council Bill #303/Miscellaneous Code Amendments/Enactment Ordinance-Approved Ordinance #02-424 Council Bill #304/South 288th Street at SR-99 Intersection Condemnation! Enactment Ordinance-Approved Ordinance #02-425 c. d. e. f. g. h. k. I. m. n. o. p. COUNCIL MEMBER P ARK MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER GATES SECOND. Councilmember Kochmar pulled item (e )/Skate Park 2% for the Arts. Deputy Mayor McColgan pulled item (g)/Amendment to Federal Way Boys & Girls Club Special 2002 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project. The main motion to approve Consent Items (a), (b), (c). (d), (f), (h), (i), Û), (k), (I), (m), (n), (0), and (p) passed as follows: Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 - Page 5 of 9 Burbidge Faison Gates Hellickson yes excused yes excused Kochmar McColgan Park Consent Item (e)/ Skate Park 2% for Arts: yes yes yes Councilmember Kochmar asked for a short staff presentation on this item. Park, Recreation, and Cultural Services Director Jennifer Schroder gave a brief presentation to Council on the proposed art structure to be installed at the Skate Park. COUNCIL MEMBER KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE SKATE PARK 2% FOR ART PROJECT AS PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER GATES SECOND. The motion passed as follows: Burbidge Faison Gates Hellickson yes excused yes excused Kochmar McColgan Park yes yes yes Consent Item (g)/ Amendment to Federal Way Boys & Girls Club Special 2002 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project: Deputy Mayor McColgan noted he would be recusing himselffrom voting on this item, as he is a member of the Federal Way Boys & Girls Club. COUNCILMEMBER KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL WAY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB SPECIAL 2002 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROJECT; COUNCILMEMBER GATES SECOND. The motion passed as follows: Burbidge Faison Gates Hellickson VI. PUBLIC HEARING yes excused yes excused Kochmar McColgan Park yes recused yes 2003 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Proposed Use of Funds/Cancellation & Reallocation of Previously Awarded Projects Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 -Page 6 of9 Mayor Burbidge read into the record the procedures to be followed and opened the public hearing at 8:23 p.m. . Staff Report Community Development Block Grant Coordinator Kelli O'Donnell gave a brief staff report and presentation to Council. She noted the Human Services Commission reviewed and evaluated thirteen (13) proposals for the 2003 CDBG funding for a total distribution estimate of $727,664.00. She also updated Council on the two previously funded projects that were cancelled by the applicants, Washington State Youth Soccer Association and the Domestic Abuse Women's Network (DAWN) . Citizen Comment Beverly Kim, spoke on behalf of FUSION thanking the City Conncil for their ongoing support. Phillip Lund, spoke on behalf of the Federal Way Senior Center, he noted this is the first year they have applied for grant funding and is looking forward to a good working relationship with the city in the future. Arthur Lee, spoke to thank the Council for their hard work on behalf of those less fortunate. Hearing no further public comment, Mayor Burbidge closed the public hearing at 8:38 p.m. . City Council Deliberation & Action COUNCILMEMBER KOCHMAR MOVED TO CANCEL THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS AND REALLOCATE THE FUNDS TO 2003: 1) WASHINGTON STATE YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,000 AND DAWN SHELTER EXPANSION IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000; AND FURTHER MOVED THE APPORV AL OF THE 2003 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROPOSED USE OF FUNDS INCLUDING THE REALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM CANCELLED CDBG PROJECTS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $727,664 AS PRESENTED BY THE HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION WITH THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS: THE ALLOCATION TO FUSION- TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN AMENDED TO $207,254 AND THE ALLOCATION TO COMMUNITY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OCEAN RIDGE APARTMENTS CHILD CARE AMENDED TO $99,999; AND, ADOPTION OF THE 2003 CDBG CONTINGENCY PLAN AND 2003 CDBG CONDITIONS OF FUNDING AS AMENDED AS PRESENTED AT THE AUGUST 12,2002 Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002- Page 7 of9 COMMITTEE MEETING; COUNCILMEMBER PARK SECOND. The motion passed as follows: Burbidge Faison Gates Hellickson yes excused yes excused Kochmar McColgan Park yes yes yes VII. CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS Youth Commission Appointments Councilmember Kochmar noted she was pleased with the number of outstanding candidates that have applied for this year's Youth Commission. She congratulated those appointed and added the certificates of appointment would be given at the next regular meeting. COUNCILMEMBER KOCHMAR MOVED THE APPOINTMENT OF THE FOLLOWING PERSONS TO THE CITY'S YOUTH COMMISSION, ALL WITH 2- YEAR TERMS EFFECTIVE THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2004, EXCEPT FOR SENIORS WHO WILL SERVE I-YEAR TERMS: JESSICA CATO, CAITLIN JOHNSON, SAM KIRSCH, SARAH LEE, ALMITA MAGBALOT, KELSEY MARTIN, KELSEY TYLER, ELISE VAUGHAN, MEGAN LOO, RAY QUERO, MEERA KUMAR, LINDSEY NEWPORT, AND JOHN TAVARES; SHE FURTHER MOVED THE FOLLOWING PERSONS TO ALTERNATE COMMISSIONER POSTITIONS: RACHEL HOOLAHAN, ALEXANDER PATERSON, BRYAN Y AMBE, AND JESSICA DE HART; DEPUTV MAYOR MCCOLGAN SECOND. The motion passed as follows: Burbidge Faison Gates Hellickson yes excused yes excused Kochmar McCo]gan Park yes yes yes VII1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Gates thanked her family and husband for all their support during her illness, and continued to thank her friends, colleagues, and citizens for all their well wishes and prayers. She brought Council up to speed on recent issues regarding transportation, including funding the community has received from the State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB), she distributed a written report to Council on Sound Transit issues, and noted the Sounder is currently running limited trains tÌJr the Seahawks games as well as the Puyallup Fair. Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2002 - Page 8 of 9 Councilmember Kochmar welcomed back Councilmember Gates from her recent absence. She extended her thanks to Mayor Burbidge and Councilmember Park for their recent trip to visit both of Federal Way's Sister Cities. She also thanked staff, the Police Department and Fire Department for the memorial on 9/11 at Celebration Park; and updated Council on her attendance at various regional meetings. Councilmember Park also welcomed back Councilmember Gates! He noted he would be attending the Sister City Association meeting on September 18th where they will be discussing setting up a donation fund to aid victims of the typhoon that hit our Sister City, Tonghae, Korea. He added this is the worst disaster to hit Tonghae in forty years, with estimated damage of200 million dollars. He encouraged citizens to express their sympathy and support in any amount of a donation. Deputy Mayor McColgan also noted he attended the memorial at Celebration Park on 9/11. He thanked staff, Fire, and our Police department for their involvement in this memorial. He also welcomed back Councilmember Gates and encouraged citizens to keep abreast of the upcoming budget presentations. Mayor Burbidge welcomed back Councilmember Gates, noting she is the only member since the city's inception! She also thanked Councilmember Park for his report on T onghae, Korea adding her encouragement to those to contribute to the disaster relief fund. She updated Council on her upcoming attendance at various regional meetings and also encouraged citizens to participate in upcoming community events. Ix. CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager David Moseley reflected on the 9/11 Memorial held at Celebration Park. He noted it was a very low key, solemn remembrance to those who lost their lives on that day. He thanked both the Federal Way Fire Department and Federal Way Police Department for their roles in the memorial. Mr. Moseley noted he would be attending the Suburban Cities Association meeting Wednesday evening where they will be discussing the 2003 session of the Washington State Legislature. He further reminded Council for the need of an Executive Session this evening for the purpose of discussing Potential Litigation/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1 )(i) and Collective Bargaining/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a); for approximately forty-five minutes with no action anticipated. x. EXECUTIVE SESSION Federal Way City Council Meeting Minutes September J 7, 2002 - Page 9 of 9 At 9:12 p.m. Mayor Burbidge announced the City Council would be recessing into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing Potential Litigation/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.11 O(l)(i) and Collective Bargaining/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a); for approximately forty-five minutes with no action anticipated. a. b. Potential Litigation/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1 )(i) Collective Bargaining/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.l40(4)(a) Council returned to Chambers at 10:00 p.m. XI. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Federal Way City Council Mayor Burbidge adjourned the regular meeting at 10:00 p.m.