Council MIN 09-02-1997 Regular
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FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers - City Hall
September 2, 1997 -7:00 p.m.
MINUTES
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest opened the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council at 7:06 p.m., in Council
Chambers, City Hall, Federal Way, Washington.
City Council present: Mayor Mahlon "Skip" Priest, Deputy Mayor Hope Elder; Councilmembers
Michael Park, Mary Gates, Ron Gintz and Phil Watkins and Jack Dovey.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Nate Barton, Boy Scout Troop #337, led the flag salute.
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III. PRESENTATION
a. Recognition/City Manae:er ofthe Year Award
Mayor Priest presented City Manager Ken Nyberg with the 1997 Washington City/County
Management Association's Award of Excellence. This award is presented annually to two city
managers who meet or exceed the goals of the WCMAjudges goals -- a) enhancing the
effectiveness of local elected officials and b) having consistently initiated creative and successful
programs. Of particular noteworthy interest is the fact this is the second consecutive year
Mr. Nyberg has received this prestigious award. Mr. Nyberg thanked the Council and public. He
expressed thanks to wife, Shirley and Executive Assistant Patrick Briggs. Finally, he recognized
his "excellent staff" who has made outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the
City of Federal Way.
b. Recognition/Kitts Corner Public Works
On behalf of the American Public Works Association, Mr. Nyberg presented Public Works
Director Cary Roe with an award recognizing the Kitts Corner Project as one of the "Top 10
Public Works Projects in the U. S." Mr. Roe thanked the Council, Mr. Nyberg and the Law
Department for their assistance and gave thanks to Jeff Pratt and Marwan Salloum for their
. dedication and efforts which contribute to the success of the project.
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c. ProclamationlUnited Way Day of Caring
Deputy Mayor Elder read and proclaimed September 5, 1997, to be "A Day of Caring" in our
community and strongly urged all citizens to join in support of United Way of King County's
efforts to raise $55.5 million this year to support the "Community Safety Net" which funds
hundreds of health and human services programs in the community.
IV. CITIZEN COMMENT
Peter Docherty, Megan Navarre, Elaine Cory and Toska Rodriguez all spoke in support of the
South King County Youth Violence Prevention Committee and the need for positive factors in
youth development. They spoke of the Community Mobilization for Prevention Project which
encompasses a community-wide commitment to prevent substance abuse, youth violence,
delinquency, teen pregnancy and school dropout.
"Coach" Bob Roach spoke regarding his spiritual concerns of our community. He invited all to a
Back-to-School Prayer Rally scheduled for September 14, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. The theme of the
rally is "We love our Kids." The event will take place at the Federal Way Memorial Football
Stadium.
Marie Adair spoke in thorough opposition to the "takeover" of Lake haven Utility District.
Alison Corrigon, Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of monies to be utilized for
the revitalization project efforts of the City core and commended the volunteers who are working
so diligently on the project.
Joe Rinehart, Pastor of Cascade Christian Church, spoke in opposition to the restrictions placed
upon temporary signs and presented some proposed changes, in writing, to the Council in hopes
they would reconsider the workings of the sign code. His main concern is that the "current
regulations do not address signage for churches using temporary, leased facilities, though
precedent exists in the sign code for changes which would address the need in a relevant
matter." [sic]
V. CONSENT AGENDA
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b.
Minutes/August 5. 1997 - Regular Meeting Minutes
1998 Community Development Block Grant Funding Recommendations
COPS MORE '96 Grant Acceptance
Youth Commission Removal
Kent Jail Agreement Modification
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f. Resolution/King County Emergency Services Ballot Measure Authorization
APPROVED RESOLUTION #97-259
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A, B,
C, D, AND E; second by Councilmember Gintz. The motion carried as follows:
Priest
Gates
Gintz
Dovey
Elder
Watkins
Park
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
ITEM F: Pulled for discussion. King County Fire District Administrator Jim Hamilton
explained an amendment which passed (7-6) today at the King County Council which essentially
approves a bifurcated ballot measure.
After discussion by and between Council, COUNCILMEMBER WATKINS MOVED
APPROVAL OF ITEM F AS PRESENTED; second by Deputy Mayor Elder. The motion
carried as follows:
Priest
Gates
Gintz
Dovey
Elder
Watkins
Park
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
VI. INTRODUCTION ORDINANCES
a. Council Bill # 177 !Domestic Violence Prosecution Code Amendment
APPROVED ORDINANCE #97-299
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE RCW 26.10.220 AND
9A.36.150, WHICH ESTABLISH FURTHER CRIMES OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE.
COUNCILMEMBER PARK MOVED APPROVAL TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES
PROVIDING FOR A SECOND READING OF THE ORDINANCE; second by Councilmember
Gintz. The motion carried as follows:
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Priest
Gates
Gintz
Dovey
Elder
Watkins
Park
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
COUNCILMEMBER PARK MOVED APPROVAL OF THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED;
second by Councilmember Gintz. The motion carried as follows:
Priest
Gates
Gintz
Dovey
Elder
Watkins
Park
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
b.
Council Bill #178ITelecommunications Code Amendments
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE FEDERAL WAY
ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO LAND USE AND ZONING, ADOPTING
NEW REGULATIONS FOR THE SITING AND DEVELOPMENT OF
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES.
Councilmember Dovey recused himself from discussion and voting.
Councilmember Watkins conducted this portion of the meeting and allowed citizen comment.
Dennis Scholl, representing SPRINT, spoke in support of the ordinance. He also spoke for the
need of lattice towers for four (4) or more carriers.
Karen Kirkpatrick, representing Spencer Consulting and AT & T Wireless, asked the Council to
take more time and put more thought into the ordinance before enactment. She spoke in favor of
having the facilities in/near residential areas as a use exists there. She also had a concern with co-
locations and stated they should not be mandated.
Scott Steiding, representing Western Wireless Corporation, stated the permit application
requirements are staunch and the code requirements are burdensome. He asked Council to take
more time and carefully consider the ordinance before its enactment.
Don Largen, Planning Consultant, from McConnell/Burke, Inc., highlighted a summarized list of
major code amendments reviewed by the Planning Commission during the code revision process.
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He stated the recommendations are not intended to place unreasonable barriers to the siting of the
facilities. Rather, they are intended to offer guidelines so development is done in a manner which
is sensitive and appropriate to the community setting and character.
Council discussion then ensued. COUNCILMEMBER WATKINS MOVED APPROVAL TO
FORWARD COUNCIL BILL #178 TO THE SEPTEMBER 16 REGULAR COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA FOR ENACTMENT; second by Councilmember Gates. The motion
carried as follows:
Priest
Gates
Gintz
Dovey
Elder
Watkins
Park
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
recused
It is understood further amendments may be considered at the next council meeting prior to
enactment of the ordinance. A staff presentation and citizen comment will also take place.
VII. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Nyberg thanked the Council for their courtesies at the earlier presentation.
He also announced the need for a :30 minute executive session with no action anticipated.
VIII. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Park announced a Public Safety/Human Services Committee meeting on
September 4, 1997, at 5:30 p.m.
Councilmember Watkins announced a Land UseITransportation Committee meeting on
September 3, 1997, at 5:30 p.m.
Councilmember Gintz announced a FinancelEconomic Development Committee meeting on
September 4, 1997, at 7:30 a.m.
Deputy Mayor Elder reported on Family Fest and stated the ParkslRecreation & Cultural Service
Department employees really worked hard. She was appreciative of their efforts. She also noted
rain closed the event a little earlier than hoped for on Sunday.
Councilmember Dovey announced a Parks & Recreation Committee meeting on
September 15, 1997, at 8:00 a.m. He also announced a Celebration Park Funding Committee
meeting on September 3, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. wherein fund raising ideas will be discussed.
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Councilmember Gates announced changes have begun in bus routes. She announced a Regional
GovernancelFinance Briefing meeting is set for September 3, 1997. Further, she noted a Board
meeting for Suburban Cities Association is set for September 10, 1997. Finally, she noted a
General Membership meeting of the Suburban Cities Association is set for September 17, 1997.
Mayor Priest recessed the regular meeting at 8:30 p.m. for Council to begin executive session.
IX. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Potential LitigationlPursuant to RCW 42.30. 110(1)(i)
b. Property AcquisitionlPursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)0:>)
Mayor Priest reconvened the regular meeting at 9:00 p.m. No action was taken.
X. ADJOURNMENT
Having no other business to come before the Council, Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at
9:01p.m.
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Robert H. Baker
Deputy City Clerk