11-15-2022 Council Minutes - RegularCITY OF
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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Hall — Council Chambers
November 15, 2022 — 6:30 p.m.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Council President Linda Kochmar,
Councilmember Hoang Tran, Councilmember Jack Walsh, and Councilmember Jack Dovey.
Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, and Councilmember
Erica Norton participated remotely via zoom.
City staff in attendance: Interim City Administrator Brian Davis, City Attorney Ryan Call and
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ferrell lead the flag salute.
3. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT
Mayor Ferrell reported on recent community events including the Dick's Drive-in Ground
Breaking Ceremony on November 2 and the excitement surrounding their arrival in the city.
He provided information on upcoming events such as the Paint the Plow Kick Off on November
17 at 4:00 p.m.at the Boys & Girls Club and the Teen Center where the youth will be painting
the snow plows used in the city. He also reminded everyone of the Tree Lighting Event at Town
Square Park on Saturday, December 3 at 4:00 p.m.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Alex Milsten spoke in favor of the TC3 proposal and the mixed -use zoning. He shared support
for the public market.
Barbara McMichael urged Council to prioritize and expand funding of the arts and to protect
park lands and open space which are gifts from previous generations.
Ron Walker agrees that the downtown area needs urbanization and mixed use, but feels that
the TC3 property is not the proper location urging the Council to think in grander plans for this
unique property.
Geoffrey Tancredi shared his belief the shopping cart ordinance can help get addicted
homeless off the streets and into treatment. He also suggested using the hotels owned by King
County as treatment facilities.
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Marie Sciacqua expressed disappointment in the decision to utilize park land for the Public
Works and Parks Joint Maintenance.
Aaron Walsh, Human Services Commissioner, requested any additional or unused ARPA
funds be allocated to the Human Services as the need more than outpaced the available funds.
Evan Cook promoted a benefit concert at Thomas Jefferson (TJ) High School on Saturday
November 19 at 5:30 p.m. with a goal to provide food for families and community discussions;
donations can also be made directly to the TJ Black Student Union.
Karen Brugato spoke on item Consent item 7b, encouraging Council to direct the funds to the
Performing Arts and Event Center (PAEC) resident artist groups for COVID relief assistance.
Suzanne Vargo opposes the Maintenance Facility at Steel Lake, and believes this facility
should have been prioritized sooner. She requested the Council work for a solution for
everyone.
Cynthia Ricks-Maccotan shared about a $1.5M grant that Virginia Mason was able to award
to ten different agencies in Federal Way and South King County to address the needs of youth.
Betty Taylor spoke as a representative of the Human Services Commission requesting
additional ARPA funding for human service agencies in the community which is desperately
needed.
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation: Small Business Saturday — November 26
Deputy Mayor Honda read the proclamation as Council President Kochmar presented the
certificate to Greater Federal Way Chamber CEO Rebecca Martin. Ms. Martin thanked the
Mayor and Council for their partnership and spoke to the importance of building and
supporting the small business community.
6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS): Councilmember
Walsh reported on the meeting held on November 8. He thanked Councilmember Assefa-
Dawson for chairing the meeting as he attended remotely.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC): Councilmember Dovey noted the next
meeting is December 5 at 5:00 p.m. Upcoming issues of discussion in 2023 will be Park Impact
Fees and addressing the need for more open and green spaces.
Finance, Economic Development, Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC):
Councilmember Tran reported the next meeting will be November 22 at 5:00 p.m. in Chambers
and on Zoom.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): Councilmember Assefa-Dawson reported on the
committee meeting held last week where the committee reviewed a grant application and
forwarded a recommendation for Council consideration. She provided an update on various
regional committees including the Reginal Law, Safety and Justice Committee and their
upcoming meeting on December 1, the WRIA 9 meeting held last Wednesday where a joint
meeting was discussed, and the Highline Forum will be meeting tomorrow on November 16.
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Deputy Mayor & Regional Committees Report: Deputy Mayor Honda provided a report on
various regional meetings including the PIC meeting which focused on the Legislative Agenda;
Sound Cities Association (SCA) who are still accepting applications for regional appointments;
and the Board of Health meeting. She will be attending the Senior Advisory Committee
meeting. She requested the city lobbyist provide an update to Council.
Council President Report: Council President Kochmar noted she will be attending, along with
Mayor Ferrell, students who will be visiting City Hall as a field trip. She provided information
on the planning of a joint meeting with the School Board where they will be discussing multiple
issues including school safety. She will be attending the Tree Lighting event on December 3
and asked the community to make donations to the MSC Food Bank to help the less fortunate.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: November 1, 2022 Special and Regular Meetings
b. K4 —pulled approved separately,
c. Saghalie Track Replacement Completion and Release of Retainage
d. Jail Services Agreement — Nisqually Jail
e. Jail Services Agreement — SCORE Jail
f. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Contract Amendment for Fiscal Year (FY)
2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
g. Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance (JAG) Grant - ScanX
Scout Kit Portable X-Ray Purchase
h. Agreement between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and the
Federal Way Police Department to provide Grant Funding for Traffic Enforcement
Public Safety Testing (PST) — Service Agreement
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) 2023 Work Plan and Budget
k. 2023-2024 Human Services Commission Work Plan
I. 27th Ave SW at SW 344th St Compact Roundabout - 85% Design Report and Bid
Authorization
M. S 348th St NHS Preservation Project 85% Design Status Report and Authorization to
Bid
n. RESOLUTION: Acceptance of Transportation Grant Funding/APPROVED
RESOLUTION NO, 22-834
o. Adaptive Traffic Control System - King County Agreement
p. Award 2023 Street Sweeping Services Contract
q. Contract Increase for Concrete Beveling Services — Trip Hazard Removal Contract
Deputy Mayor Honda pulled item b/ King County Covid-19 Pandemic Funding for Performing Arts &
Event Center (PAEC).
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A AND C THROUGH Q ON
THE CONSENT AGENDA; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
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Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton
yes
b. King County Covid-19 Pandemic Funding for PAEC
Deputy Mayor Honda inquired about what the funds could be used to fund, such as the
resident artist groups referenced during public comments.
Parks Director Hutton noted the planned use of the funding was supporting the Youth for
Arts Program that was lost during COVID. In answer to an additional question, it was noted
the grant can be accepted, with the benefiting program identified at a later date.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO ACCEPT THE KING COUNTY COVID-19 PANDEMIC
FUNDING FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & EVENT CENTER; SECOND BY COUNCIL
PRESIDENT KOCHMAR. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
8. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Program Year 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan
At 7:24 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing.
Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford provided a presentation outlining the 2023
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. CDBG is a program of
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) providing grants to
jurisdictions to provide decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded
economic opportunities primarily for low- and moderate -income persons. The Annual
Action plan is required by HUD for any jurisdiction receiving CDBG funds.
The projects outlined in the Action Plan fall under one of the three National Objectives
which is to benefit low -and moderate -income persons. The 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan
is implemented by the Annual Action Plans and assess affordable housing, community
development needs, and market conditions to facilitate place -based funding of local
projects. The 2023 Annual Action Plan is based upon the 2020 allocation of $774,863.
Ms. Bridgeford reported 20% of the funding ($155,000) is allocated to
Planning/Administration costs; 15% ($116,000) for Public Services; and 65% ($678,973
plus prior year unused resources) to Community Economic Revitalization Funding (CERF).
Council thanked Ms. Bridgeford and asked clarifying questions regarding the Home
Repair program, cold/severe weather sheltering, and year-round sheltering.
Public Comment:
Cynthia Ricks-Maccotan, Human Services Commissioner, thanked the Mayor and
Council for their support noting the Commission was diligent with a fair and thorough
process for the applications that were received; the Commission is proud of the
recommendations they put forward.
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Councilmembers thanked the Human Services Commission including the multiple
Commissioners who attended the Council meeting.
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2023 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
b. 2023-2024 Human Services General Fund Grants
At 7:48 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened public hearing.
Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford presented information regarding the 2023-
2024 Human Services General Fund Grants in the amount of $712,000, as recommended
by the Human Services Commission.
Ms. Bridgeford noted the recommendations are based on the request to increase the
allocation to $711,900 though the use of ARPA funds ($112,000) in addition to the amount
funded in the prior year ($536,000). The increase would allow better funding for the
programs who are requesting grant dollars. The Commission reviewed and scored 78
complete, on -time applications for a total request of $1,711,351; this is the highest
cumulative request in the City's grantmaking history. The Commission participated in a
three-part training in the Spring on the evaluation process, avoiding bias, and grantmaking
with an equity lens.
The recommendations from the Commission include two options; the first is to fund at the
requested level of $712,000 and the second option is to fund at the prior year amount of
$536,000. The second option could reduce the number of grants and the funding would be
pro -rated to ensure no grant goes below the $5,000 minimum.
Ms. Bridgeford provided details on the funding by strategy area and how the funds will
address basic needs, promote individual and community safety, and promote services that
foster stability and self-sufficiency.
Council thanked Ms. Bridgeford for her presentation and the Human Services for their hard
work on this process. Clarifying questions were raised regarding the application and review
process, specifically questioning organizations which are not recommended for funding,
but had been funded in previous years.
After further discussion it was suggested that organizations which were not funded or need
additional funding be directed to apply for the ARPA allocation process.
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Public Comment:
Aaron Walsh; Human Services Commissioner, encouraged Council to fund at the
higher -level expressing concern that even at the higher level, all requests were not
able to be funded. The recommendation would provide the greatest impact.
Betty Tayler shared about the hard work that the Human Services Commission put in
reviewing applications and advocated for more funding.
Cynthia Ricks-Maccotan spoke as the Chair of the Human Services Commission
requesting the higher funding amount to allocate to local services to meet the needs
of the community. She spoke to the scoring process and how the Commission ensured
it was a fair and equitable process.
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED APPROVAL OF OPTION 1 THE 2023-2024 HUMAN
SERVICES GENERAL FUND GRANTS; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
9. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Council Confirmation of Economic Development Director
Interim City Administrator Brian Davis was pleased and honored to introduce the new
Economic Development Director Tanja Carter. Ms. Carter was selected after a competitive
process involving a multi -panel interview involving the community, elected officials, and
staff.
Mr. Davis highlighted her qualifications and background noting he is excited for her to come
to the city. Mayor Ferrell also noted his excitement for Ms. Carter in this position speaking
to her qualifications and interview; he invited her to speak to the Council.
Ms. Carter thanked Mr. Davis, the Mayor and Council for the opportunity to serve the
community of Federal Way. She is eager to talk to the business community and
Councilmembers and bring some of her expertise to the city.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED TO CONFIRM TANJA CARTER AS ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
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b. RESOLUTION: 2023 Fee Schedule/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 22-835
Finance Director Steve Groom provided a brief report on the proposed 2023 Fee Schedule,
noting the Council adopts a fee schedule each year by Resolution to set the fees and
charges for the coming year. The schedule is formula driven and includes small corrections
as a way to keep up with inflation.
Council thanked Mr. Groom for his presentation. Additional questions were asked and
answered by Public Works Director EJ Walsh regarding traffic impact fees and
concurrency.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION; SECOND
BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton
yes
c. Purchase of Safe City Cameras
IT Director Thomas Fichtner presented information on the purchase of thirty-five new Safe
City Cameras funded from replacement reserves. Mr. Fichtner noted this item is time
sensitive as city has been offered a significant discount through the end of the year to
purchase these cameras due to previous versions failing just outside of the warranty
period. The cameras being purchased are upper level cameras and include a longer
warranty of 5-years, over the previous 3-year warranty. He noted approval of this item
would approve the purchase and appropriate the funds, which are reflected in the budget
adjustment.
Council thanked Mr. Fichtner for the report and finding the cost savings and spoke in
support of the cameras and the Safe City program. Clarifying questions were asked
regarding the need for extended warranties and the Safe City camera network. He noted
the city has over 281 cameras which provide 450 significant views of the city.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF SAFE CITY CAMERAS
AS PRESENTED; SECOND BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
d. ARPA Social Services and Business Supports Proposal
Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford provided information regarding the
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Social Services and Business Supports funding
proposal in effort to allocate $3.75M the City Council earmarked in October 2022.
Ms. Bridgeford outlined the following priorities:
Housing Stability and Basic Needs: $800,000
Financial Literacy: $200,000
Youth Programming: $1,000,000
• Employment and Education: $650,000
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Other items to fund include:
Increase to Human Services General Funding $246,000
Pilot Project for Non -Profit Facility Usage: $100,000
Outreach and Noticing $4,000
She also clarified $750,000 will be held for Business Support and Economic Recovery once
the new Economic Development Director begins with the city in mid -December. Ms.
Bridgeford provided the Council with the general concepts for all applications which include
that the programs must be responsive to COVID-19 and recovery; prioritize new or
expanded services or programs that may not continue without funding; and prioritize
organizations or services that are provided in Federal Way.
Applications will be accepted from January 6 — February 17; review by staff and Human
Services Commission will take place February 20 — March 20. Recommendations will be
made by the Human Services Commission between March 27 — April 17 with
recommendations forwarded to the City Council for review and approval on May 15.
Council thanked Ms. Bridgeford for her work on this proposal and the presentation.
Clarifying questions were asked regarding the reimbursable grants; if they would be
processed quarterly or monthly; and if financial solvency of the organization is reviewed.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE ARPA SOCIAL SERVICES AND
BUSINESS SUPPORTS PROPOSAL; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
e. Discussion on Development Plan for Town Center 3
Mayor Ferrell noted the Council held a study session prior to the regular meeting where
this topic was discussed.
Planning Manager Keith Niven noted the policy question is regarding issuing a Request for
Proposal (RFP) to solicit developer proposals for the city -owned TC-3 property. He
overviewed the project goal and process to date which has included multiple community
engagement opportunities and a Downtown Redevelopment Ad -hoc committee comprised
of staff, Council, City Commissioners, and community stakeholders.
Mr. Niven presented the preferred alternative which includes the developable property
separated into five (5) separate parcels which would hold residential, retail, office space,
hotel, parking and public space. He provided the options considered with the Mayor's
recommendation as moving forward to release an RFP for TC-3.
Council thanked Mr. Niven for the information presented at the earlier Study Session and
currently and was complimentary of his work and staff on this project over the last year.
Questions were raised regarding the cost of tearing down the former Target building which
has become an attractive nuisance. Director Walsh noted the demolition of the Target
building will go to the Land Use/Transportation Committee in December.
The Council also thanked community member Ron Walker for his suggestions for this
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property and his passion for redevelopment of this downtown area.
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CITY ISSUING A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS FOR THE CITY -OWNED TC-3 PROPERTY AND THAT WE GET TO MOVING AS
FAST AS WE CAN AND GET RESPONSES BACK; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The
motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
10. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill #834/Ordinance: 2021-2022 Biennial Budget Amendment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
AMENDING THE 2021-2022 BIENNIAL BUDGET. (Amending Ordinance No. 20-903,
21-916, 21-924, and 22-936)
Finance Director Steve Groom provided information noting the final budget adjustment for
the 2022 budget. He noted this routine correction will incorporate new revenue and
expenses; captures items which Council has approved; provides for adjustments for urgent
or unknown issues; technical accounting fixes, and provides an audit trail. The staff memo
provided with the agenda bill lists the details of the amendment.
Council thanked Mr. Groom for the presentation.
No public comments were received. The ordinance title was read into the record by the
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
DECEMBER 6, 2022 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; SECOND
BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Norton
yes
Second Reading/Enactment
b. Council Bill #83110rdinance:
2023-2024 Biennial BudgetlAPPROVED
ORDINANCE NO. 22-941
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
BUDGETS AND FINANCE, ADOPTING THE 2023-2024 BIENNIAL BUDGET
The ordinance title was read into the record by the City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed 5-2 as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda no Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Norton no
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c. Council Bill #832/Ordinance: 2023 Property Tax APPROVED ORDINANCE
NO, 22-942
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
FIXING THE PROPERTY TAX AMOUNT FOR THE YEAR OF 2023.
The ordinance title was read into the record by the City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
d. Council Bill #833/Ordinance: Mod4vina the Citv's Regulation of Sh000ina
Carts APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 22-943
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
THE REGULATION OF SHOPPING CARTS WITHIN THE CITY; AMENDING FWRC
7.03.020, 7.25.030, 7.25.040, AND 7.25.060; ADDING A NEW SECTION TO
CHAPTER 6.30 INCLUDING SECTION 6.30.070; AND ADDING A NEW SECTION TO
CHAPTER 7.25 INCLUDING SECTION 7.25.070. (AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 18-
858.)
The ordinance title was read into the record by the City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE; SECOND
BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY.
Councilmember Tran noted his concern with the cost and implementation of the proposed
ordinance noting he fears there will be unintended consequences from this ordinance and
as written does not provide meaningful assistance. Deputy Mayor Honda spoke in support
of identifying treatment facilities and services, which includes the Peer Navigator program
through Community Court.
Councilmember Walsh supports the ordinance and feels it is less compassionate to not
intervene and believes this program to be the catalyst to connect individuals with services.
Councilmember Dovey supports the ordinance and agrees that more treatment facilities
and services are needed; he suggested looking to the State and County for longer
treatment programs which will provide the help to those who need it.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson supports additional treatment facilities, but believes that
is a different conversation than this ordinance, that separates individuals from their
belongings. She is dismayed that the Council has not heard from the business community
or received direct feedback from the homeless population.
Councilmember Norton spoke candidly about her past struggles and the rock -bottom point
that is needed for most individuals to make a lifestyle change. Based on her knowledge
and background, she believes this could make individuals uncomfortable enough to accept
services.
Council President Kochmar agreed that drug addicted individuals may have to hit rock
bottom before they will consider making a change, she does not believe this ordinance
solves the problem but is one piece to the puzzle.
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The motion passed 5-2 as follows:
Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran no
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson no Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Norton yes
11. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Dovey no report.
Councilmember Walsh thanked the Council for passing the shopping cart ordinance and
understands the concerns and need for resources and services; he would like to discuss this
issue at the Council Retreat in January.
Councilmember Tran wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Councilmember Norton referenced a previous plan she shared with Council including working
together to find Federal funding for treatment facilities and services for drug -addicted homeless
people.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson reported she is with Deputy Mayor in Charleston, South
Carolina at the National Foundation for Women Legislators Conference. She is pleased with
the information she has learned and is looking forward to the National League of Cities
Conference they will be attending.
Deputy Mayor Honda recommended the Federal Way High School Drama production currently
playing this weekend and reflected on serving for the last time at the concessions stand at the
football stadium which will soon be torn down and replaced. She thanked the Human Services
Commissioners for their hard work and dedication to the community.
Council President Kochmar encouraged the Council to work together and suggested treatment
plans can be included with the legislative agenda. She encouraged donations of turkeys and
food to the Multi -Service Center Food Bank.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
GG�e-BaFgaining pursuant rani to RGW 42.30140� not needed
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
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