Council MIN 07-05-2006 Regular
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FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 5, 2006 -7:00 PM
MINUTES
(www.cityoffederalway.com)
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Park called the meeting to order at 7 :04 PM.
Councilmembers Burbidge, Dovey, Faison, Kochmar, McColgan, Deputy Mayor Ferrell and
Mayor Park present.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Federal Way Police Department.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Swearing-in Ceremony: New Police Officers
City Clerk Laura Hathaway swore in the following officers: Andrew Hensing, Ray Wilson,
Sheldon Rodriguez, Josh Haglan and Maddie Morikawa.
b. Silver Award from Association of Washington Cities for Municipal
Achievement:
City-Fire District Partnership for Improved Community Service
Mayor Park announced the award received from the Association of Washington Cities for the
City-Fire District Partnership, a program developed to improve customer service. Mayor Park
congratulated the Building Department for their efforts in this partnership.
c. City Manager - Introduction of New Employees
Interim City Manager Derek Matheson had no new employees to introduce.
d. City Manager - Emerging Issues - Suburban Cities Update
Suburban Cities Association Director Karen Goroski gave a brief overview of the association,
reviewed the proposed schedule for the Public Issues Committee and stated goals are to expand
and focus on regional issues as well as expand educational opportunities.
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e. City Manager - Emerging Issues - Graffiti Update
Christina Smith ofthe City Managers Office reviewed the growing problem of graffiti stating it's
a problem both locally and nationally and discussed the City's efforts to combat the problem. Ms.
Smith stated that quick removal (within 48 hours) with concentrated effort to stay on top ofthe
problem is the best way to prevent reoccurrence.
She noted that there has been a marked increase of graffiti since the dismantling of the graffiti
removal team. She also reviewed voucher program, which gives homeowners $25.00 vouchers
towards graffiti removal kits. She noted that the voucher program has not been as successful as
hoped perhaps due to lack of marketing. She stated that out of 30 incidents of graffiti, 70% were
on residential property. Ms. Smith addressed possible solutions to the problem which include
working with schools, involving homeowners' associations and changing the code to make
enforcement easier as well as assisting in prosecution.
Ms. Smith introduced a proposal for a six-month pilot program to combat the issue and stated that
within that period the task force will measure the impacts, both positive and negative, to present
to the City Council.
Councilmember Dovey asked to see tougher penalties and stated that fining businesses for getting
tagged is not fair to the business.
Councilmember Faison would like to expand on the incentive program but feels the penalties are
tough enough for adults; however, he would like to look at ways to deal with juvenile offenders.
Councilmember Kochmar stated that there should be more involvement with schools and
students.
Councilmember Burbidge stated there are special paints and coatings that make clean-up easier.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell asked how many offenders were actually caught in the act last year. Ms.
Smith responded only one or two. Deputy Mayor Ferrell stated that perhaps a database of where
graffiti occurs should be set up at places where it frequently happens, set-up cameras.
Councilmember McColgan asked if volunteers can go on private property to clean up graffiti.
Chief of Police Anne Kirkpatrick responded not unless the property owner signs a waiver.
After discussion, Mayor Park announced that the details ofthe pilot program will be worked out
and presented to the Parks, Recreation and Public Safety Committee before coming back to
Council for approval.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Paulette Weisinger - announced the Autumn Gathering, World Music Festival which will take
place on September 10, 2006 beginning at 11 :00 AM at The Commons. Ms. Weisinger stated the
event will honor those lost on September 11, 2001.
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Betty Taylor - complained about the trash situation at her apartment complex, Waterbury Park.
Ms. Taylor submitted photographs to the City Clerk. Staffwill contact her for more details on the
Issue.
H. David Kaplan - congratulated the Police and Fire Departments for their work enforcing the
fireworks ban this year.
Frosty Hardison - noted an accident at 8th A venue and 306th involving a child; agreed that
something must be done to combat the graffiti problem; and asked if a background check had
been done on the new City Manager; he does not agree with Council's choice.
Elisabeth Hardison - stated she has been canvassing neighborhoods to find out how people feel
about living in the City. She also asked Council to contact her to inform her of what will be done
at the intersection of 8th A venue and 306th, as she claims there have been twelve accidents in six
years at the intersection.
Gavla Hardison - comments were read into the record by the City Clerk per request. Disagrees
with Council's choice of City Manager.
Councilmember Kochmar asked about traffic studies at the intersection mentioned in public
comment. Interim City Manager Derek Matheson stated staff will review and get back to the
Council with more information.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: Approval ofthe June 20, 2006 Regular Meeting and the June 27, 2006
Special Meeting - Approved
b. Vouchers - Approved
c. Monthly Financial Report - Approved
d. CTR Grant Agreement Amendment - Approved
e. Resolution: Maggie's Meadow Preliminary Plat Approval- Approved Resolution
06-479
f. Resolution: Northlake Ridge Division 3 Final Plan Approval - Approved
Resolution 06-480
g. Amendments to the King County Countywide Planning Policies - Approved
h. Amended Interlocal Agreement and Professional Services Contract for the
Organizational Capacity Building Pilot Program - Approved
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of the consent agenda as presented.
Councilmember McColgan second. The motion carried 7-0.
6. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Kochmar stated the Puget Sound Regional Council Public Issues Committee, on
which she is a member, will meet with the Suburban Cities Association in the next week.
Discussion will focus on water quality issues particularly the Brightwater Treatment Plant. She
thanked staff for the City Center Redevelopment Forum and commented on the success of the
Red, White and Blues Festival on July 4th.
Councilmember Burbidge reviewed the next Parks, Recreation and Public Safety Committee
agenda, thanked park staff, police and the many volunteers who assisted in making the Red, White
and Blues Festival a success; stated that she serves on the Suburban Cities Association
Transportation Board and they will be reviewing King County's Transit Now proposal; reviewed
upcoming events at the Knutzen Family Theatre.
Councilmember Dovey reported that the next Land Use Transportation Committee meeting is
scheduled for July 10, 2006 and also congratulated the Police Department on becoming fully
staffed.
Councilmember Faison - inquired about advertising for the Red, White and Blues Festival, and
asked ifthe number of food vendors and corporate sponsors could be increased. He stated the next
Economic Development Committee meeting is scheduled for July 18th. There will be discussion
on increasing public outreach and developing conceptual drawings for downtown.
Councilmember McColgan addressed earlier public comments regarding the City Managerstating
that personal comments on websites, blogs, and emails can undermine a person's character
especially if others believe them without checking the facts. With that said, Councilmember
McColgan stated Neal Beets will start on August 1 st. He also stated that Mr. Beets was at the top,
or near the top, for everyone involved in the selection process.
Councilmember McColgan also asked about the outdoor cinema proposal. Interim City Manager
Derek Matheson stated the City has a pilot program for one showing this year at Steel Lake Park
in August.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell complimented staff on the Red, White and Blues Festival. He also thanked
Councilmember McColgan for heading-up the City Manager Search Sub-committee. He stated
Council had a study session last week on the 200712008 budget and will continue to have them as
they review long-term strategies.
Mayor Park reported the second quarter Joint Government Meeting was held at South King
County Fire and Rescue headquarters on June 27, 2006. He stated that last January he initiated
these meetings between government agencies. Mayor Park also reported on the June 28th
redevelopment Forum at the Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club. He stated the forum was a
success and well-attended with topics focusing on outreach to developers and investors.
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7. CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Derek Matheson addressed the fireworks education campaign stating there
were eight teams of police/firefighters who confiscated illegal fireworks; there were 375 calls for
service - 82 of those were fireworks related. 55 citations were issued, 52 warnings given and three
times the amount of fireworks were confiscated over last year.
Mr. Matheson also announced the passing of Den a Laurent Sorenson, a previous employee in the
City Managers' Office, who passed away after a long bout with cancer. The service is scheduled
for Sunday, July 9,2006.
Mr. Matheson announced the Executive Session this evening is scheduled for 30 minutes with
no action.
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 8:36 PM.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
(a) Property Acquisition Pursuant to RCW 42.30.1 10 (l)(b)
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Park adjourned the meeting at 9:06 PM.
ATTEST:
L a Hathaway, Cit lerk
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