Council MIN 08-07-2007 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
August 7 2007 -7:00 PM
(www.citvo(federalwav.com)
MINUTES
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1. MEETING CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Park called the meeting to order at 7 :06 PM. Councilmembers Dovey, Faison, Kochmar, McColgan and
Deputy Mayor Ferrell present. Councilmember Burbidge was excused.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deputy Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Certificates of Appointment to the Diversity Commission
Councilmember Kochmar presented a Certificate appointment to the Diversity Commission to Chris Brown.
Joy Tho!llas was not present to accept his certificate.
b. Certificates of Appointment to the Ethics Board
Mayor Park called on Rick Agnew and Ramona Brandes to receive their Certificate of Appointments to the
Ethics Board. Mr. Agnew was not present to accept.
c. Proclamation: Cascade Regional Blood Services
Councilmember Kochmar presented a proclamation declaring August 7, 2007 as Cascade Regional Blood
Services Day to Dan Schmitt. Mr. Schmitt thanked the Council and advised the public of an upcoming blood
drive on August 30, 2007 at City Hall.
d. Presentation: South King County Community Network: Stepping Out Against Domestic
Violence - Walk-a-thon
Councilmember Kochmar introduced Kerry Annette Wade from the South King County Community Network.
Ms. Wade announced a walk-a-thon to benefit domestic violence victims will take place on October 6, 2007
and left information with the City Clerk.
e. Presentation: Wal-Mart Donation to Han Woo Ri Festival
Dick Mayer, Good Works Coordinator for Wal-Mart introduced Federal Way Store Managers Paul Cox and
Eddie Scholl who presented a check for $25,000 to the Han Woo Ri Festival Committee. Chair Scott Brown
accepted the check on behalf of the committee.
ORIGINAL
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Presentation: Puget Sound Energy Donation to the Police Department for V ARDA Alarms
Chief Brian Wilson introduced Gary Nominson of Puget Sound Energy (PSE). Mr. Nominson thanked the
Police Department for their efforts in catching three copper pipe thieves in the area that were stealing pipe
from the PSE substation in Federal Way. As a thank you to the Police Department, PSE Representatives
presented a $2,100 check to cover costs of V ARDA Alarms in the City.
Chief Wilson explained that a V ARDA Alarm is an alarm for domestic violence victims that when activated
will alert the Police Department that this is a domestic violence call. He thanked the PSE representatives for
their donation and their cooperation with the apprehension of the copper thieves.
f. Presentation: Police Department Awards
Chief Wilson presented several public safety awards to the following officers:
Life Saving Awards - Lt. Casey Jones, Officers Troy Matsuyama, Scott Parker, Brian Walsh and Kurt Schwan.
Certificate of Merit - Commander Steve Neal.
Chief Wilson also mentioned two officers who received Medal of Meritorious Service in front of their peers for
their work with the undercover high-school drug arrest earlier this year.
g. City Manager Emerging Issues:
. State of the Port of Seattle
City Manager Neal Beets introduced Port Board President John Criethton. Mr. Criethton stated that although
called the Port of Seattle, they are a regional entity and they want to be responsive to the region community.
Mr. Criethton updated the City Council on port projects and asked if the City had any concerns regarding the
Port.
Councilmember Kochmar stated a concern she hears frequently is noise from air traffic. She asked ifthe Port
would be willing to meet with the Finance, Economic Development, and Regional Affairs Committee formally,
possibly in September, to discuss concerns facing the City. Mr. Criethton responded affirmatively
· Introduction of New Employees:
Mr. Beets introduced Jeannette Brizendine, the City's new Recycling Coordinator.
· Public Information Outreach regarding the RTID/STII Ballot Measure
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez updated citizens on how this transportation ballot measure scheduled for the
November Election will affect the City. Mr. Perez explained the entire package proposes $10.84 billion for
regional transit projects and $7.47 billion for road projects region-wide.
He then listed those projects that will directly affect the city:
Transit - Light Rail connecting Seattle to the Tacoma Dome is expected with station locations throughout
Federal Way. Ifthe.ballot measure passes this project is expected to be complete in 2027.
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Roads - Triangle project Phase 1 (expected completion in 2013) is already funded - Phase II (expected
completion in 2021); SR 509 Phase 1 (expected completion in 2015) - Phase II (expected completion 2027).
Mr. Perez went on to explain the finance for the roads/transit package.
City Manager Beets stated this presentation will be placed on the City's website.
· Overview of Code Compliance Issues
Community Development Director Kathy McClung reviewed an on-going code compliance issue that was
brought to the Council's attention on July 17, 2007. Ms. McClung stated that this property has been a chronic
problem for the City since 1993 and because the City has not adopted the exterior property maintenance
portion of the International Property Maintenance Code (IMPC), city staff is unable to enforce maintenance of
overgrown vegetation.
Ms. McClung further stated that although the City adopted junk vehicle regulations in November of2006, the
procedures for removing the vehicles has not been put in place, however staff is currently working with the
City Attorney's Office to establish procedures for removing them. She also stated the State Patrol previously
signed the papers verifying a car as "junk" so that it could be hauled away but this service has been cut. Staff is
researching junk vehicle haulers and property clean-up companies to contract with.
Ms. McClung stated that the IMPC code is scheduled to come before the Land Use/Transportation Committee
as part of the building code updates this September. She further stated that Code Enforcement issued a current
Notice to Abate for the junk vehicles and a separate abatement notice on other violations to the property.
Councilmembers stated they want this issue resolved as soon as possible.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Norma Blanchard - stated she does not agree with the Council's decision on the Symphony property.
Mary Ellen Schultz - asked for more lighting and police patrols at the skate park.
Nancv Combs - asked that the City not become a "Bellevue"; wants more police and better roads. Also asked
about whom one should call if they have a complaint regarding airplane noise.
Councilmember Kochmar responded that the reason she asked for formal meetings from the Port of Seattle
Board Chairman, Mr. Criethton, is to discuss the noise issue. Noise affects certain areas of the city based on
flight paths.
H. David Kaplan - stated he is appalled at the code enforcement situation that was brought before the Council
and stated it should be resolved by the end of year.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed below have been previously reviewed by a Council Committee of three members and brought before full
Council for approval; all items are enacted by one motion. Individual items may be removed by a Councilmember for
separate discussion and subsequent motion.
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a. Minutes: Approval of the July 17, 2007 Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of the July 17,2007 Special and Regular minutes as
presented. Councilmember McColgan second. The motion carried 6-0.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Cancellation of the August 21, 2007 Regular Meeting
MOTION: Mayor Park moved approval of the cancellation of the August 21, 2007 Regular Meeting.
Councilmember Dovey second. The motion carried 6-0. .
b. Department of Ecology Stormwater Grant - Fiscal Year 2008 Funding Offer
Surface Water Manager Paul Bucich briefed the Council on this item stating it is essentially free money via a
$75,000 grant with no match required by the City to be used to assist the City in implementing the new
NPDES Phase II permit requirements. Mr. Bucich further stated that in order to obtain this grant the City must
submit a Grant Acceptance Intent Notice by August 31, 2007.
MOTION: Councilmember Dovey moved approval to authorize Surface Water Management Staff to submit
the GAIN notice to the State Department of Ecology by August 31, 2007 formally accepting the offer of grant
assistance in the amount of $75,000. Deputy Mayor Ferrell second. The motion carried 6-0.
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Kochmar reported on the recent Fusion Event at Dumas Bay Centre stating the proceeds are
used to assist victims of domestic violence. She also reminded the public of the upcoming Festival Days event
and thanked the police for their efforts in catching taggers of graffiti.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell stated he is impressed with both the facility and the professionalism of the staff at the
Community Center. He also remarked on the Fusion event and stated that the organization does great work
year-round. Deputy Mayor Ferrell inquired about the investigation into the recent tagging of postal service
trucks. Chief Wilson stated the department has made significant progress in the investigation and stated that it
is a small percentage of the population commits 90% ofthe graffiti in the City. Deputy Mayor Ferrell asked if
this small percentage is under surveillance; Chief Wilson responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Park reported on July 20, 2007 he attended a meeting for the King County Flood Control Program; on
July 24th and 25th he, along with City Manager Beets and Assistant City Manager Wang met state legislators to
discuss the "sea lettuce" problem at Dumas Bay; Thursday August 2, 2007 was the last Community Outreach
Meeting on the annexation, the vote is scheduled for August 21,2007 and on Friday, August 10, 2007 there
will be a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting at 8:00 AM at City Hall.
8. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Neal Beets stated that the meeting with Senator Eide and Representatives Priest and Miloscia on
the "sea-lettuce" issue in Dumas Bay has resulted in action by the Department of Ecology. He stated more
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information on this will be coming. Mr. Beets further stated the Council's Executive Session is expected to last
approximately 30 minutes with no action.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 8:52 PM to discuss the following:
a. Property Acquisition pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 (1)(b)
b. Sale of Property pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(c)
c. Collective Bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30. 140(4)(a)
*MOTION: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved to suspend the rules to continue the meeting past 10:00 PM.
Councilmember Kochmar second. The motion carried 4-0 (Mayor Park, Deputy Mayor Ferrell and
Councilmembers Dovey and Kochmar).
10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Park adjourned the meeting at 10:11 PM
ATTEST:
Laura Hathaway, . Clerk
Approved by Council on:~?
*Clerks note: Due to computer error, the final motion and adjournment was not reflected on the recorded
record.