Council MIN 11-15-1994 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers - City Hall
November 15, 1994 - 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Gates opened the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council at 7:02 p.m., in
Council Chambers, City Hall, Federal Way, Washington.
City Council present: Mayor Mary Gates, Deputy Mayor Phil Watkins, Council members Ray
Tomlinson, Ron Gintz, Skip Priest, Bob Stead, Hope Elder.
City Staff present: City Manager Ken Nyberg, City Attorney Londi Lindell, Deputy City Clerk
Chris Green.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Cub Scout Pack #362 led the flag salute.
III.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Cynthia Hsu - concerned about crime in the Redondo Crest neighborhood and submitted a list
of other concerned area residents; Kay Skare - another Redondo Crest resident submitted a letter
to Council and recommended the signal light at the intersection of South Star Lake Road and
272nd be altered to meet the needs of their neighborhood area; Dan O'Brien - supports
establishing a performing arts center at Celebration Park; Doug Johnson - supports a performing
arts center; Jack Dovey - encouraged Council to continue endorsement of the master park plan
for Celebration Park; Bob Roper - spoke and submitted a letter in support of primarily passive
activities for Celebration Park and urged Councilmembers to adopt the Arai/Jackson master plan
for the park. Mayor Gates referred concerned citizens to the appropriate city staff and
responded to park recommendations.
IV.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
b.
c.
d.
Minutes/November 1, 1994
Voucher/November 15, 1994
Accept/File Monthly Financial Report/September
Resolution/Countywide Planning Policies
COpy
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e.
Resolution/City Council Findings & Conclusions/Avarice, Inc. Appeal Hearing
APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 94-189
Neighborhood Safety Program Process
Speed Hump & Stop Sign Policies
Steel Lake Phase I Design
Sidewalk & Landscape Inventory/Small Works Sidewalk Repair Contract
f.
g.
h.
1.
Council member Priest pulled consent item (d), Councilmember Gintz pulled item (h) for
additional discussion. Councilmember Priest removed consent items (f) and (g) per city staff
recommendation.
Motion by Councilmember Gintz to approve consent items (a), (b), (c), (e) and (i); second by
Council member Stead; motion to approve those items passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
Deputy Mayor Watkins moved to reject the proposed resolution for ratification of the
Countywide Planning . Policies under consent item (d); second by Councilmember Priest.
Council member Priest said he doesn't feel the proposed plan addresses economic development,
funding infrastructure or urban center concerns. Council member Gintz said he supports light
rail and views establishing the City of Federal Way as an urban center as being a positive
opportunity for the area rather than a concern; he feels the city should be a regional player.
Councilmember Stead reminded everyone the GMPC Interlocal was approved two years ago, and
the second phase of the plan is now currently before the Council for ratification; as a member
of the GMPC he has continually kept the City Council well informed on all matters--in reality
there will always be growth around us, but not a great influx on the city itself. Deputy Mayor
Watkins said he views the proposed plan as a financial disaster. Councilmember Priest said that
since the GMPC doesn't directly represent Federal Way citizens, the City Council must do so.
Councilmember Elder said this is one of the hardest decisions she has had to make as a
Councilmember, as she feels she is a regional person and supports the proposed rail system, but
opposes the growth management plan; she doesn't feel it will benefit the citizens of Federal
Way. Mayor Gates said she is not in favor of all the proposed policies, but does feel some
aspects provide a manageable plan, which will provide jobs for the Federal Way area while still
allowing city control. Councilmember Tomlinson directed some questions to COPP Director
Larrÿ Springer for clarification of possible zoning code amendments; Mr. Springer said the city
may chose to amend the code, but that would be solely the city's own choice. He explained the
Washington State Office of Financial Management is the agency establishing growth in all areas,
which projects growth of approximately 15,000 housing units from 1990-2010.
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Motion to reject the proposed Countywide Planning Policies Resolution passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
no
yes
no
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
no
yes
Following clarification of the Steel Lake Phase I Design, consent item (h), Councilmember Gintz
moved for approval; second by Councilmember Tomlinson. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
v.
PUBLIC HEARING
City's 1995 Proposed Budget
Mayor Gates opened the public hearing at 8:45 p.m., and invited citizen comment:
Maryann Mitchell, State Representative Elect - supports a bond issue for the establishment of
a performing arts center, sports fields, rose garden and arboretum for Celebration Park to serve
our city's diverse community; Mariko Hada - submitted a written statement in support of a bond
issue to construct a performing arts center at Celebration park; Rosalie Buchanan - urged
development of Celebration Park; Nancy Robertson - Mayor Gates read her statement into the
record for support of a "balanced" plan for Celebration Park; Joan Tabrum, Arts Commissioner
- discussed the "Alive in the Arts" flyers recently distributed throughout the community and
encouraged the Council to develop an arts plan for Celebration Park; Greg Powers, Chair of
Federal Way Chamber of Commerce - presented their committee's evaluation of the city's
proposed 1995 budget; Tom Lemmon, soccer coach - stressed the importance of sports fields
in the master park plan; Bill Allen - supports equality of arts and sports areas at Celebration
Park; Brad McKeown - supports sports fields for youth and adults; Joann Piquette, Arts
Commissioner - urged Council to designate five acres at the north end of Celebration Park for
an arts theater; Toska Rodriguez, Arts Commissioner - thanked CP AC for their hard work in
addressing sports fields locations at Celebration Park, but encouraged the Council to consider
other areas for fields; Laurie Miller - supports an arts center at Celebration Park, as feels the
arts can be enjoyed year round while sports are seasonal activities; Cheri Harris-Smith,
Parks/Recreation Commission Chair. - supports blend of arts and tournament quality sport
facilities for Celebration Park; Wallace Williams - supports development of arts and sports fields
at Celebration Park location; Lisa Grimes - sent a letter to Council in support of the
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Araì/Jackson master design plan for Celebration Park to meet the varied needs of the
community, as she doesn't feel establishment of a major sports facility at Celebration Park is
appropriate.
There being no further citizen comments, Mayor Gates closed the public hearing at 9:25 p.m..
VI.
INTRODUCTION ORDINANCES
a.
Council Bill #10111995 Property Tax Levy Rate
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, W ASIDNGTON, FIXING THE PROPERTY TAX AMOUNT FOR THE
YEAR 1995.
b.
Council Bill #102/1995 Budget Adoption
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO BUDGETS AND FINANCE,
ADOPTING THE 1995 BUDGET.
Mayor Gates presented the introduction reading of Council Bills #101 and #102.
Motion by Councilmember Elder to move enactment of Council Bills #101 and #102 to the
December 6 regular meeting; second by Council member Tomlinson. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
c.
Council Bill #103/1994 Budget Adjustment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO BUDGETS AND FINANCE,
REVISING THE 1994 BUDGET (AMENDS ORDINANCE 93-194 AND
94-211).
Mayor Gates presented the introduction reading of Council Bill #103.
Motion by Council member Elder to move enactment of Council Bill #103 to the December 6
regular meeting; second by Councilmember Stead. Motion passed as follows:
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Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
VII.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
a.
Lower Puyallup Watershed Action Plan
Motion by Councilmember Gintz to take the Lower Puyallup Watershed Action Plan from the
table (tabled 11/1/94); second by Council member Priest. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
Councilmember Priest explained the Council tabled this itém on November 1 to reconsider
changes in the letter of concurrence; the Land Use/Transportation Committee reviewed the
additional information at its November 7 meeting, and then recommended the plan be forwarded
to full Council for consideration.
Motion by Council member Priest to approve the Lower Puyallup Watershed Action Plan; second
by Council member Gintz. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
b.
Safety Task Force Recommendations
Assistant City Manager Philip Keightley introduced Dr. Sheldon Kleine, Safety Task Force
Chair, who, in turn, introduced three of the task force's members present in chambers, namely:
Bill Linehan, Kelly Cowan and Mike Park. He then reviewed task force's 1995 budget items
and work program recommendations.
Mayor Gates and Council member Elder thanked Dr. Kleine and other task force members for
their dedication and hard work during the process. Mayor Gates said the task force's
recommendations will be forwarded to the Public Safety/Human Services Council Committee
for consideration.
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VIII.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Ken Nyberg announced American Traffic System has been selected as the photo
radar vendor. The Council will be asked to develop the terms and conditions of the contract,
with review by the Public Safety/Human Services Committee prior to acceptance by full
Council. He said a public education program will be brought before Council in a timely
manner.
Mr. Nyberg reminded Councilmembers of the need for another budget study session and
suggested next Tuesday, November 22. Council member Stead advised he will be out of the city
between November 18-29, and Councilmembers Elder and Tomlinson will be gone from
November 29-December 4. It was a consensus of all Councilmembers to hold the study session
on December 5, at 5 p.m.. The Land Use/Transportation Committee will resch~ule its regular
meeting from 6 to 7 that evening.
The Metro/King County Council is expected to take action on the County Executive's proposal
for the police services contract at its meeting on November 21. City Manager Nyberg said he
has made arrangements for a Council briefing and tour of the communications center and
detective operations at the downtown police headquarters. Also, any Councilmember who is
interested in a ride-along with precinct officers should advise him and arrangements will be
made for a specific time. Mr. Nyberg said this could be used as a prelude for a meeting to be
held during the month of December to determine the level of service to be used as either a
request for proposal or give guidance for contract services; he will try to work with each
Councilmember individually and prior to scheduling for full Council.
IX.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Stead urged the Council to advertise his upcoming position vacancy and
establish an ad hoc committee for the interview process, to enable the Council to make a
selection at its January 3 regular meeting. He feels it would be advantageous for him to resign
on December 31, allowing the Council to proceed without delay in naming his successor.
Motion by Councilmember Priest to suspend rules to continue beyond 10 p.m.; second by
Councilmember Tomlinson. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
no
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
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Motion by Council member Gintz to immediately advertise the vacancy position using a form
similar to that of commission vacancies, and to more thoroughly discuss the process at the
December 6 regular meeting; second by Council member Elder. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Stead
Elder
yes
yes
yes
Councilmember Priest reported the Land Use/Transportation Committee will meet November
21, at 6 p.m.. .
Council member Tomlinson reported the Parks/Recreation Committee met this morning. The
commission will soon be forwarding the master park plan to the committee for its comments.
He called on Parks/Recreation Director Jenny Schroder to brief Council on the proposed plan.
Ms. Schroder presented an artist's sketch of the proposed Celebration Park facilities and
responded to a variety of questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Gates suggested a joint
meeting of the Parks/Recreation and Finance/Economic Development Committees to discuss the
proposed park plan might be beneficial.
Councilmember Elder reminded everyone of the upcoming King County budget public hearing
being hosted by Metro/King County Council member Pete von Reichbauer on November 17 at
7 p.m., here in Council Chambers. She announced the next meeting of the Public Safety/Human
Services Committee is scheduled for December 8 at 7:30 a.m..
Mayor Gates requested the Land Use/Transportation Committee take a close look at the King
County Conservation District's proposed fee of $2.00 per parcel. And, she would also like a
directive from Council on the RT A proposed transit plan, which recommendation will be taken
to SCA TBd by Councilmember Elder and Philip Keightley, and, in turn, a directive sent to
RTA. Council member Elder reiterated she is only asking for a good sense of direction at this
time, as citizens will vote for final plan approval.
Motion by Councilmember Gintz to have the City Council enthusiastically embrace the concept
of RT A, light rail and this plan, with strong endorsement for the City of Federal Way; second
by Councilmember Stead. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Tomlinson
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
abstain
Watkins
Stead
Elder
no
yes
yes
Council member Stead requested citizens be allowed to comment prior to any future vote on the
transit plan.
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X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Property Acquisition/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.1l0(b)
Mayor Gates recessed the regular meeting at 10:40 p.m., and announced a lO-minute executive
session to discuss property acquisition, with no action anticipated at the conclusion.
Mayor Gates adjourned the executive session at 10:50 p.m., reconvened the regular meeting and
reported there is no action to be taken.
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Gates adjou1}led the regular
meeting of the Federal Way City Counci~~ ~ Á
N. Christine Green
Deputy City Clerk
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