04-02-2024 Council Minutes- RegularCITY of
�. Federal Way
Centered on Opportunity
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Hall - Council Chambers
April 2, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:36 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 Deputy City
Clerk Jennifer Marshall.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED TO ADD THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO COUNCIL
BUSINESS: ITEM 9A YOUTH COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS, ITEM 913 NORTH LAKE
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS AND 9C HISTORIC
LANDMARKS COMMITTEE; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. 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
3. CEREMONIES & RECOGNITION
a. Proclamation: Financial Literacy Month — April 2024
Councilmember Dovey explained the need for this the city -sponsored class and shared
success stories. He read and presented proclamation to Reverend George Houston, Paul
Norlund, and Jeff Wall.
b. Proclamation: Sexual Assault Awareness Month — April 2024
Councilmember Honda read and presented the the proclamation to Haley Lampman, Legal
Advocate with King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC). Ms. Lampman
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explained her role in KCSARC and highlighted the prevalence of sexual assault offering
hope for healing through free and confidential help.
c. Certificate of Recognition: Jace Johnson as Young Malcom in X.The Life and Times of
Malcom X
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson introduced Jace Johnson sharing how she first met him
after his performance at McCaw Theater in Seattle. His teacher, Tanya Goodwillie from
Allegro, reviewed the process Jace participated in to be selected for this role and asked
him questions about his experience.
4. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT
Airport Expansion Master Plan Public Process Update — Policy Advisor Bill Vadino provided an
update for the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) process and outlined the main
objectives of city participation. He referenced this being considered as an option for Council
Goals noting it will be added to the next LUTC meeting for discussion.
Recent Events — Mayor Ferrell overviewed his recent attendance at the Korean Quarterly
Meeting on March 21, Diaper Drive at Twin Lakes Fred Meyer March 23, Young Life Federal
Way Camp Fundraiser March 23; and Lions 70 Years of Service Celebration on March 23. He
also attended the Highline Forum March 27 held at City Hall and the St. Francis Hospital New
Family Birth Center Grand Opening on March 28.
Upcoming Events — Mayor Ferrell announced both the Federal Way Little League Jamboree
and Parks Appreciation Day on April 20.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Susan Strong thanked the mayor for the no parking signs on the streets near the Day Center
and reported the parking lot was empty of people and trash.
Ken Bievens spoke against the Health through Housing project noting their presentation lacked
preparation which does not bode well for the handing of the facility.
Bob Darrigan invited members of the Council and Mayor Ferrell to attend the Special Needs
Youth Fishing Derby being held April 27 at Auburn Mill Pond Park.
Betty Taylor expressed her sorrow after the death of her grandson and wants to know what can
be done to spread awareness of gun violence.
Geoffrey Tancredi thanked the Council for the March 16 City Council Meeting Presentation
regarding Health Through Housing and reiterated his concerns.
Stephen Meier, Marine Hills Resident, shared he is greatly impacted by the airplanes flying over
his house and volunteered to be a technical advisor to any committee.
Jan Barber advertised that the Federal Way Lion's Club will be holding their annual Flap Jacks
at Jimmy Mac's on May. This is a fundraiser for Make Music and the Sight & Hearing Program.
Craig Patrick spoke about the success of their St. Patrick's Day event and invited those in
attendance to participate in the Parks Appreciation day clean up on April 20.
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Trenise Rogers asked questions regarding the currently vacant Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
(DEI) Analyst position and how the city might be able to fill the position with adequate
compensation and support.
Anna Patrick addressed violence in Federal Way and overviewed programs that had been used
and are currently being used to promote safety within the city.
6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Parks/ Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS): Councilmember
Walsh shared the next meeting will be April 9 and Councilmember Assefa-Dawson will chair in
his absence. He encouraged participation for Parks Appreciation Day on April 20.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC): Councilmember Dovey announced their
upcoming meeting May 6 when they will discuss parking requirements in neighborhoods.
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC): Councilmember
Tran noted the March 26 meeting had all councilmembers in attendance. He reviewed the three
items forwarded from this meeting on the consent agenda and announced the next meeting on
April 23.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): Councilmember Assefa-Dawson announced the
next meeting scheduled on April 10 where they will review the Tourism Enhancement Grant
Applications and committee bylaws.
Regional Committees Report: Councilmember Honda reported on attending the Women in
Municipal Government Meeting with the National League of Cities (NLC). She announced the
Senior Health and Resource Fair on Thursday, May 16 at the Performing Arts and Event Center
(PAEC) and the Service Club Membership Meeting which will be taking place at City Hall on April
16 at 9:30 a.m.
Council President Report: Council President Kochmar noted an upcoming collaborative
meeting with School Board Directors scheduled for April 24. She highlighted the information
provided in by Legal Advocate Haley Lampman for KCSARC emphasizing the sexual assault
numbers and her desire for perpetrators to be caught.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: March 19, 2024 Special and Regular Meetings
b. Monthly Financial Report — February 2024
c. AP Vouchers for 02/17/2024 thru 03/15/2024 and Payroll Vouchers 02/01/2024 thru
02/29/2024
d. Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Teacher Administrator
Coach Officer Interagency Agreement
COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
ITEMS (A) THROUGH (D); SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
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Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember Dovey yes
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8. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Ordinance: Town Center 3 (TC-3) Development Agreement
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 7:59 p.m.
Community Development Director Keith Niven overviewed the existing layout of the
property and highlighted which portions will to be sold to the developer and those that
would remain city -owned. He overviewed the proposed agreement including the
phasing plan developed to ensure the property gets redeveloped in a timely fashion.
Mr. Niven highlighted the significant impact and public benefit that will result from this
development including job creation, residential ownership opportunities, city -sponsored
interim uses on property, opportunity for civic building, no multi -family tax exempt
properties, and subsidized retail space.
Public Comment
Ron Walker provided council a spiral bound proposal of his ideas for the Town
Center property.
Alex Milsten commended staff on their efforts to date and suggested street cars
be added to the area to facilitate movement downtown.
Council asked questions surrounding the phasing and timing of the project. Discussion
continued with information related to subsidized retail space, phase order, and street
improvements.
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Council President Kochmar
yes Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Walsh yes
Councilmember McDaniel
yes Councilmemberpovey yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
Mayor Ferrell took the First Reading/Ordinance related to this item out of order after receiving
Council consensus.
10. ORDINANCE —ITEM TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
First Reading
a. Council Bill #876/Authorizina the Execution of the Town Center 3 (TC-3) Development
Agreement
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
ENTERING INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH TRENT DEVELOPMENT INC. FOR
THE TC-3 PROPERTIES PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 19.85 FEDERAL
WAY REVISED CODE.
Deputy City Clerk Jennifer Marshall read the ordinance title into the record
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COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
APRIL 16, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; 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
Mayor Ferrell announced a recess at 8:50 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 8:58 p.m.
9. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. ADDED ITEM - Youth Commission Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER WALSH MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE YOUTH
COMMISSION: MARY MBUGUA TO A VOTING POSITION DUE TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31,
2025 AND WALTER CARIAS TO AN ALTERNATE POSITION DUE TO EXPIRE AUGUST 31,
2024; 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. ADDED ITEM - North Lake Management District Advisory Committee Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE NORTH
LAKE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE: LARRY FLESHER, DARRON
NASH, AND DAVID HEIMER TO VOTING POSITIONS DUE EXPIRE MARCH 31, 2026;
SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. 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. ADDED ITEM - Historic Landmarks Committee
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO APPOINT MARIE SCIACQUA TO A VOTING
POSITION FOR THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMITTEE WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE
NOVEMBER 30, 2024; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON.
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
10. ORDINANCE
First Reading
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Action on this item was taken immediately following the Public Hearing (Item 8a).
b. Council Bill #877/Designating the Downtown Tax Increment Area
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, DESIGNATING THE
DOWNTOWN TAX INCREMENT AREA; SETTING A SUNSET DATE FOR THE INCREMENT
AREA; IDENTIFYING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS TO BE FINANCED; IMPOSING A
DEADLINE FOR COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION; INDICATING THE CITY'S INTENT
TO ISSUE BONDS TO FINANCE PUBLIC PROJECTS; PROVIDING THAT THE INCREMENT
AREA WILL TAKE EFFECT JUNE 1, 2024; AND PROVIDING FOR RELATED MATTERS.
Community Development Director Keith Niven provided background information on the
authority granted by the state to enable municipalities to establish Tax Improvement
Areas (TIAs). He explained these areas are created in order to generate funding for
public improvements that in turn will stimulate private development and redevelopment.
Director Niven shared the map identifying which properties are being considered as
part of the TIA as well as a list of potential projects. It was noted the TIA does not
increase taxes on any of these properties, rather the current assessed value is captured
and the taxes on the additional assessed value would be collected by the city.
Mr. Niven highlighted which levies and bonds would not be affected by the
implementation of a TIA. Mayor Ferrell indicated he had been in discussions with the
only agency that has reached out with concerns, South King Fire, noting there has been
a discussion regarding lessening the financial impact by returning a portion of the tax.
Council asked questions regarding selection of projects and whether projects would
need to be fully funded by this tax increment. Additional discussion continued regarding
the noticing completed, potential risks of adopting this process, and which agencies
locally have had success with TIAs.
No public comment was provided.
Deputy City Clerk Jennifer Marshall read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
APRIL 16, 2024 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; SECOND
BY COUNCILMEMBER WALSH.
Councilmember Dovey confirmed the ordinance does not include portions related to
lessening the financial impacts for any agency or jurisdiction. City Administrator Brian
Davis confirmed stating any such agreement would be brought before Council as a
separate item.
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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 notified she will not be in town on April 20 and therefore not
able to participate in Parks Appreciation Day on April 20.
Councilmember McDaniel reported on reading through Council Rules of Procedure and noted
he will be reaching out to Council President Kochmar with some ideas for updates.
Councilmember Honda encouraged residents to apply for the Utility Tax Rebate Program before
the end of May.
Councilmember Tran announced he will be retiring from King County Department of Social and
Health Services (DSHS) after working thirty-two years. He invited Mayor Ferrell and Council to
visit the DSHS mobile community office at the King County Library on April 4.
Councilmember Walsh congratulated Councilmember Tran on his upcoming retirement and
highlighted a variety of volunteer ventures he could participate in to fill up his time. He provided
a final reminder of Parks Appreciation Day on April 20.
Councilmember Dovey shared an experience of teaching John Hoskins' granddaughter skiing
and hearing her fond memories of time spent in Federal Way.
Council President Kochmar reminisced about her retirement before she had secured the State
Representative position. She invited Councilmember McDaniel to attend the AWC Conference
held at the Port of Vancouver in order to see what that city had accomplished with Tax Increment
Financing.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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13. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m.
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