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12-06-2022 Council Minutes - RegularCIT Federal Way CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES City Hall — Council Chambers December 6, 2022 — 6:30 p.m. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:37 p.m. City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Council President Linda Kochmar, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember Erica Norton, Councilmember Hoang Tran, Councilmember Jack Walsh, and Councilmember Jack Dovey. 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 KEY TO THE CITY — HOPE ELDER Mayor Ferrell was pleased to present the Key to the City to Former Deputy Mayor, Councilmember, longtime Planning Commissioner, and community volunteer Hope Elder. He referenced her years of service to the city as a "Super Citizen" noting her tremendous impact on the community through her selfless service over nearly the entire city history. Ms. Elder thanked the Mayor and Council for this honor as she equally recognized the countless volunteers who have helped her over the years, sticking by her through thick and thin. Former City Councilmember Martin Moore praised Ms. Elder for her selflessness and working to always put the community first. He is thankful to have known her over the last 20 years. Each Councilmember took the opportunity to thank Hope for the example she sets in working to make our community a better place. She was praised for her hard work, straightforward leadership over the years, and dedication to stay involved in the community. At 6:57 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would take a brief recess to honor Hope Elder. The meeting was called back to order at 7:11 p.m: 4. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT a Plaque of appreciation from Sister City of Donghae, Korea Mayor Ferrell introduced former Mayor Mike Park and Daniel Kim, President of the Federal Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 1 of 8 December 16, 2022 Way Korean -American Association. Mr. Park spoke on a recent trip to Federal Way's Sister City Donghae, Korea and along with Mr. Kim presented the city with a gift of a beach rock, popular in South Korea. Mr. Park also shared a certificate of appreciation from Mayor Sim and provided photos from a ceremony honoring the Sister City relationship through with a monument featuring the City of Federal Way logo in their Sister City Park. Mayor Ferrell thanked Mr. Park and Mr. Kim noting the city is planning on taking a Sister City trip in 2023, which is the first in over a decade. The trip will aim to strengthen business trade and relationships between the countries. • Cold Weather Sheltering Update Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford provided an update on the activation of the severe cold weather shelter last week. She noted the temporary shelters are activated regionally when weather conditions meet set criteria and services in Federal Way are contracted through FUSION. The shelter ran smoothly and sheltered 4-5 individuals nightly. • Snow & Ice Event Response Public Works Director EJ Walsh provided a report on the city's response to recent snow and ice events. He noted there were a total of five (5) separate events staff managed with all equipment back and ready to go for the next event. Mayor Ferrell thanked Mr. Walsh and extended his thanks to the Parks and Public Works crews who take care of the city roads. S City Council Annual Retreat Mayor Ferrell noted the Council will be hosting the Annual Retreat at Dumas Bay Centre on Saturday, January 21. Deputy Mayor Honda added the main topics of the retreat will be Downtown Redevelopment, Council Rules of Procedure, and Homelessness and teenagers. The doors will open at 8:00 a.m. m Recent Events Mayor Ferrell reported the Jingle Bell Brunch held at the Federal Way Community Center and the Tree Lighting Event at Town Square Park; thanking the Parks Staff for these wonderful family events, and thanked all who participated. He reported the next Korean Quarterly Meeting will be Thursday, December 15 at 6:30 p.m. The annual State of the City Address will take place in -person at the Performing Arts & Event Center on February 16. He also reminded this is the last meeting of the year, as Council Rules cancels the second meeting in December. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT Anna Patrick brought to attention reoccurring power outages in the downtown area. She advocated to include better housing options for entry level home ownership and curb the amount of tax-exempt housing. Alexandre Milsten spoke in concern with media response to a shooting that took place November 19 in Colorado Springs. He cautioned against promoting conspiracy and hate. Susan Strong volunteers to clean up areas littered as a result of homelessness; she expressed safety concerns throughout the City. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 2 of 8 December 16, 2022 Colin Hirsch, with We Rock the Spectrum, shared some of the hardship faced as a result of COVID. He operates a small business that serves individuals with special needs. Mary Ehlis extended an invitation to Council and the community to attend the Historical Society's open house on December 18 at the Heritage Center. Geoffrey Tancredi shared his desire to see treatment as mandatory for those living in the hotels owned by King County. Lana Bostic shared from an article addressing how Houston Texas addressed its homeless population. Mary Gates shared about the Performing Arts Foundation Gala that occurred in October and some of their recent events including a Santa event for the community. Catherine North advocated for a Senior Center at the former Target building. She also shared about a charity for needy children. 6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS): Councilmember Walsh noted the December meeting has been canceled and the next meeting will be January 10, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC): Councilmember Dovey reported on the meeting held yesterday and was attended by all Council. He noted the Committee would be discussing redevelopment in downtown in early 2023 and will also discuss Park Impact Fees and housing options. Finance, Economic Development, Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC): Councilmember Tran reported on the November Committee meeting which forwarded items to Council for final approval. The December meeting is cancelled and the next meeting will be - January 24 at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers and on Zoom. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): Councilmember Assefa-Dawson noted there would not be a meeting in December; the next meeting is January 11 at 10:00 a.m. She reported on wrapping up her Chairing responsibilities with regional committees and was pleased by the information she gained from her recent attendance at national conferences. She would like to be proactive and inclusive when discussing zoning and not reactionary. Deputy Mayor & Regional Committees Report: Deputy Mayor Honda reported on her attendance with Councilmember Assefa-Dawson at national conferences in North Carolina and Kansas City where great information was shared. She was pleased a Sister City trip is being planned and looks forward to the trip. She noted she was reappointed to multiple regional committees and encouraged Councilmembers to seek appointments to Committees still open. Councilmember Norton, reported on her efforts on long-term relapse prevention program which would be a 4-year commitment from the city. This plan includes a detox program, job training, and housing assistance. She appreciates the support of Council and has consulted with the Judge, City Attorney, and Prosecuting Attorney. She encourages opposing views which help built a better solution. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 3 of 8 December 16, 2022 7. Council President Report: Council President Kochmar advocated for Judge Larson's Sequential Intercept Model and Peer Navigation programs for those who have been arrested and are already in the system. She requested the Mayor look into the possibility of using the unused wing of the SCORE Jail for possibly a detox area. She encouraged donations of toys, clothes, food, or cash to the Multi -Service Center. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes: November 15, 2022 Regular and Special Meetings b. AP Vouchers 10/16/2022 — 11 /16/2022 & Payroll Vouchers 10/01 /2022 —10/31 /2022 c. Monthly Financial Report — October 2022 d. Washington State Department of Corrections Master Agreement Amendment e. King County Aquatics Capital Grant Fund Acceptance f. Purchase of VertiGIS Software g. Tourism Enhancement Grant Recommendation 2022 COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH G ON THE CONSENT AGENDA; 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 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS a. Confirmation of City Administrator — Brian Davis Mayor Ferrell noted Mr. Davis was appointed in an interim capacity last January, which was then extended in August. He noted the addition of a City Administrator is a force multiplier for the city. He continues to be very impressed with his work, including his efforts on the budget process. He noted Mr. Davis has a tremendous background and pleased to offer his appointment for Council confirmation. Council thanked Mr. Davis for his work and asked logistical questions on job duties and direct contact with the City Administrator and if the Community Development Director position would be filled. Mayor Ferrell thanked Council for the questions and noted he will be recommending Planning Manager Keith Niven as the next Community Development Director, subject to Council confirmation. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL BRIAN DAVIS AS CITY ADMINISTRATOR; SECOND BY passed unanimously as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Norton yes OF THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion Councilmember Tran yes Councilmember Walsh yes Councilmember Dovey yes b. 2023 State Legislative Agenda Intergovernmental & Public Relations Officer Steve McNey provided the 2023 State Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes December 16, 2022 Page 4 of 8 Legislative Agenda and priorities. He introduced City Lobbyists Jim Hedrick and Luke Esser who provided detail and answers to Council questions regarding the upcoming legislative session and highlighted issues most likely to receive funding. Mr. Hedrick and Mr. Esser noted this will be the first time in 3-years there will be live interaction on the campus, along with the ability to continue to testify virtually. With inflation up and real estate excise tax down, they are interested to see the Governor budget which will be provided by the December 20 deadline; 20-days prior to the start of the session. Issues discussed included Public Safety and Blake Decision corrections; local control of zoning and the ability to plan for growth; condo liability reform; City Center Access and Transportation funding; turf fields for Celebration Park, and behavioral, mental health and addiction recovery resources. Councilmember Norton briefly left the room at 8:28 p.m. and returned at 8:32 p.m. Council thanked Mr. Hedrick and Mr. Esser for the update and asked clarify questions regarding federal asks, gas tax, and unfunded mandates. Council also discussed prioritizing the list. DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA. Council continued to discuss and debate identifying top policy priorities and top capital budget ask priorities. Mayor Ferrell requested any objections to the legislative agenda list; no objection was noted. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR OFFERED A FRIENDLY AMENDMENT TO PROVIDE POLICY PRIORITIES OF PUBLIC SAFETY; MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION REFORM; LOCAL CONTROL OF ZONING & ENCOURAGING HOME OWNERSHIP; AND FURTHER IDENTIFY CAPITAL BUDGET ASK PRIORITIES OF TURF FIELD AND FOUR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS WHICH ARE ALREADY PRIORITIZED; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The amendment 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 COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA AS AMENDED; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion as amended passed unanimously. Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes Councilmember Norton yes c. Community Center Slide Replacement Change Orders Parks Director John Hutton provided a timeline on this project including the original scope of work in May 2022. Council President Kochmar left the room briefly at 9:15 p.m. and returned at 9:17 p.m. Director Hutton noted during the process of demolition, additional issues surfaced with locations showing corrosion throughout the lazy river and leisure pool. He briefed the Council on the expected lifespan of the pools and the process identified by staff to correct the current situation to allow the city to plan for a longer and more Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 5 of 8 December 16, 2022 comprehensive pool replacement years from now. He also provided information on a ground penetrating radar (GPR Assessment) which would cost an additional $250,000 to $700,000 and would identify both known and currently unknown issues. Deputy Parks Director Jason Gerwen noted staff recommendation is ensuring they are good stewards of public dollars. He is confident this fix will provide years of use and provide time to design a shovel ready project for total pool replacement in ten years. In response to questions, Mr. Hutton noted if approved as recommended, the pool and slide could reopen in 90-days. Council thanked Mr. Hutton and Deputy Parks Director Jason Gerwen for the information and recommendations and asked additional clarification questions including the cost of total pool replacement, the GPR Assessment, if there is contractor liability from the original design and construction. COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $112,700 AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS; 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 d. King County Grant for Small Business and Community Groups Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford provided information regarding a previously awarded small business and community group grant from King County. Ms. Bridgeford noted the grant will provide funding for childcare provider support, rent assistance, and utility assistance. She noted this item is seeking authorization to accept the grant; details and contracts will come to Council in January 2023. COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED CONTRACT WITH KING COUNTY FOR ONE-TIME COVID UNMET NEEDS FUNDING; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER NORTON. 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 e. Senior Advisory Commission 2023 Work Plan Executive Assistant to the City Council Amy Glandon presented the 2023 Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan for approval. She highlighted the work the Commission has done including the 46-page Senior Resource Guide which will be updated and reprinted twice in 2023. She provided information on the Senior Resource Fair planned for Spring of 2023 which will include vendors and resources to aid the senior community. Councilmembers thanked Ms. Glandon for her presentation and her work on the Commission. DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN; SECOND motion passed unanimously as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes December 16, 2022 THE PROPOSED 2023 SENIOR ADVISORY BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR. The Councilmember Tran yes Councilmember Walsh yes Page 6 of 8 CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember Norton yes f. Youth Commission Appointment(s) COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE YOUTH COMMISSION: ZARAH IMANI DENNIS, KARIS SONG, AND NATHANEAL MEBRAHTOM WITH TERMS TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31, 2024; 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 g. Lodging Tax Advisory Commission COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON MOVED TO APPOINT BRIAN HOFFMAN AS A VOTING MEMBER OF THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPRESENTING BUSINESSES AUTHORIZED TO BE FUNDED BY LODGING TAX REVENUE WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE OCTOBER 31, 2024; 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 h. Arts Commission Appointment(s) COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE ARTS COMMISSION: KAREN BRUGATO AND KIMBERLY BOWMAN FOR TERMS EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND ANGELA HAHN FOR AN UNEXPIRED TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2024; 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 Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember Norton yes 9. ORDINANCES Second Reading/Enactment a. Council Bill #834/Ordinance: 2021-2022 Biennial Budget Amendment APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 22-944 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) City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record. COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE; 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 Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 7 of 8 December 16, 2022 CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember Norton yes 10. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Assefa-Dawson wished everyone Happy Holidays. Councilmember Norton wished everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah and all other holidays. Councilmember Tran acknowledged it being the last meeting of the year and thanked the Mayor, Councilmember, staff, and the Finance Department for their work. He wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Councilmember Walsh shared about his volunteer experience at the Senior Center Food Bank and asked the community to donate, if they can. He attended the ribbon cutting of the Giving Machine in Bellevue will be participating in a holiday concert performance in Bellevue which he invited his colleagues. Councilmember Dovey thanked everyone for a great year and wished them a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Deputy Mayor Honda encouraged the other Councilmembers to become members of the Historical Society. She shared about an inclusive park she is excited to report on in the future. She reflected on the recent loss of a Bellevue Police Officer; she asked to keep his family and fellow officers in their thoughts. Council President Kochmar encouraged people to donate to the Senior Center and to the Multi - Service Center (MSC). She and Deputy Mayor Honda will be meeting with school board representatives to continue discussions on a joint meeting with the school district. 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION ll�i►r►"WT��LfaTr,NTA. �� 12. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 9:51 p.m. Attest: S h nie Courtney City Clerk Approved by Council: 0 Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 8 of 8 December 16, 2022