Council PKT 09-15-2009 Special/Regular
A Federal Way
AGENDA
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers - City Hall
September 15, 2009
www.cityoffederalway.com
Special Meetina - 5:30 pm
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Potential Litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.11 O(I)(i)
b. Collective Bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a)
3. ADJOURNMENT
Reaular Meetina - 7:00 pm
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Ceremonial Swearing In of Police Officers
b. Police Award Presentations
. Medal of Meritorious Service - Officer Mickelson
. Police Chief's Commendation - Dave Ehlers, Dave Gantt, and Jesse Moralez
c. Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment Update
d. PROCLAMATION: Constitution Week - September 17-23rd
e. PROCLAMATION: Mayor's Month of Concern for the Hungry
f. Introduction of Federal Lobbyist Tylynn Gordon, Strategies 360
g. City Manager Emerging Issues / Introduction of New Employees
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
PLEASE COMPLETE A PINK SLIP & PRESENT IT TO THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO SPEAKING..
When recognized by the Mayor, come forward to the podium and state your name for the record.
PLEASE LIMIT YOUR COMMENTS TO THREE (3) MINUTES. The Mayor may interrupt comments
that exceed three minutes, relate negatively to other individuals, or are otherwise inappropriate.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed below have been previously reviewed in their entirety 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.
a. Minutes: September 1, 2009 Regular Meeting ..... .pg 9
b. Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption PRHSPSC 8-11-09 ..... .pg 16
c. ORDINANCE: Council Bill #503/Amendments to the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC)
Title 18 "Subdivisions" and Title 19 "Zoning and Development C~e" reQardin~ plat and land
use application time extensions and related amendments 1st reading 9-1-09/1.UTC 81 109 ......pg 41
d. ORDINANCE: Council Bill #504/Amendments to Federal Way Revised Code
(FWRC) Title 19.15.045 "Completeness of Applications" regarding vesting for use
process applications 1st reading 9-1-09/LUTC 8/3/09 ..... .pg 97
e. ORDINANCE: Council Bill #505/Criminal Code Update 1st reading 9-1-09/PRHSPS
8/11/09.... ..pg 105
f. Placement of "Safe City Federal Way" signs at designated locations PRHSPSC 9-08-
09.. . . . .pg 109
g. Roof Replacement- West Hylebos Park Caretaker Homes & Laurelwood Park Picnic
Shelter PRHSPSC 9-08-09... .. .pg 114
h. Cancel the 2009 Valley Cities Counseling & Consultation Acquisition of a Community
Facility Project and Reallocate 2009 Capital Funds to the King County Housing
Repair Program PRHSPSC 9/8/09..... .pg 117
i. 2010 Community Development Block Grant PRHSPSC9/8/09......pg 124
6. PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY PROPOSITION NO.1; ADOPTION OF THE
MAYOR/COUNCIL FORM OF GOVERNMENT WITHIN THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY.
Shall the City of Federal Way abandon the Council/Manager form of government and
adopt the Mayor/Council form of government? The adoption of the Mayor/Council form of
government would not affect the City's eligibility to be governed under Title 35A of the
Revised Code of Washington. ...pg 148
. Staff Report
. Pro Statement
. Con Statement
. Citizen Comment
. Council Discussion
. Council Action
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. World Championship of Sand Sculpture ......pg 153
b. RESOLUTION: Opposing Initiative 1033 Public Hearing9/1/09......pg 163
a. JAG Property Proceeds: Distribution and Hold Harmless Agreement..... .pg 167
b. City Manager Search: Timeline Revision & Candidate Profile......pg 177
c. RESOLUTION: Creation of Multi-Jurisdictional Entity to Provide Maintenance and
Operations Services..... .pg 187
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
9. CITY MANAGER REPORT
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Potential Litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.11 O(I)(i)
b. Collective Bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a)
11.ADJOURNMENT
The Council may add items and take action on items not listed on the agenda.
**In an effort to "Think Green" sheets of paper were saved by
eliminating duplicate copies of the Consent Agenda supporting documents.
PROCLAMATION
"CONSTITUTION WEEK"
WHEREAS, September 17, 2009, marks the two hundred twenty second
anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America by the
Constitutional Convention; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this
magnificent document and its memorable anniversary, and to the patriotic
celebrations which will commemorate the occasion; and
WHEREAS, Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each
year by the President of the United States of America designating September 17
through 23 as Constitution Week;
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the undersigned Councilmembers of the City of
Federal Way, Washington, do hereby proclaim the week of September 17 through 23
as "CONSTITUTION WEEK" in the City of Federal Way, and ask our citizens to
reaffirm the ideals the Framers of the Constitution had in 1787 by vigilantly protecting
the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties, remembering
that lost rights may never be regained.
SIGNED this 15th day of September, 2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
Jack Dovey, Mayor
Eric Faison, Deputy Mayor
Jeanne Burbidge, Council member
Linda Kochmar, Councilmember
Dini Duclos, Councilmember
Jim Ferrell, Councilmember
Mike Park, Council member
PROCLAMATION
Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry
WHEREAS, the City of Federal Way recognizes adequate nutrition as a basic
goal for each citizen; and
WHEREAS, no parent should have to send a child to school hungry, no baby
should be without the comfort of the feedings needed for mental and physical
growth, no elderly person's health should be jeopardized by lack of appropriate
foods; and
WHEREAS, food banks, emergency and hot meal programs, working with
the City of Federal Way, local churches, social service agencies, and hundreds of
volunteers striving day in and day out to stem the tide of hunger, but still need more
help; and
WHEREAS, we believe that when the citizens who are not involved hear of
the especially desperate needs of the hungry as winter approaches, and their low
incomes must stretch to cover increasing fuel, electricity and rental costs-leaving
even less money for monthly food purchase, an outpouring of community assistance
will follow; and
WHEREAS, the Emergency Feeding Program coordinates an annual food
drive to help support the efforts of their program and the area's food banks in fighting
hunger, which will be held at grocery stores throughout King County on Saturday,
September 26, 2009;
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the undersigned Councilmembers of the City of
Federal Way, Washington, do hereby proclaim Saturday, September 26, 2009 as
"DAY OF CONCERN FOR THE HUNGRY" in the City of Federal Way, and strongly
urge our citizens to join the Emergency Feeding Program and our food banks to
nourish those who are hungry.
SIGNED this 15th day of September 2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
Jack Dovey, Mayor
Eric Faison, Deputy Mayor
Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember
Jim Ferrell, Councilmember
Dini Duclos, Councilmember
Linda Kochmar, Council member
Mike Park, Council member
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
RE:
DATE:
City of Federal Way City Council
Tylynn Gordon & Melanie Mihara, Strategies 360
Council Presentation Overview
10,2009
STRATEGIES 360 TEAM
TYL YNN GORDON, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF FEDERAL RELATIONS
Tylynn serves S360 as senior vice president of federal relations in S360's Washington, DC office. With
experience in strategic consulting, government service, and political campaigns, Tylynn provides superior
service to S360 clients. She has ties to current Democratic leadership, including Senate Finance Chairman Max
Baucus, for whom she served as the former state finance director for fundraising operation. Her government
service includes time as the deputy state auditor for the state of Montana where she developed legislative
strategy and guided passage of 21 pieces of key legislation. Tylynn also founded an independent consulting
firm that handled strategic planning, recruiting and grassroots lobbying efforts at the national level. There, she
created grassroots strategies for organizations seeking federal legislation on rural broadband access and
helped the Competitive Long Distance Coalition gain approval for their federal telecommunications initiative.
She served on the campaigns of Senator Ben Nelson (D-NE) and Governor Kathleen Sebelius (D-KS) and
maintains close ties with Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD) and Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). Tylynn's mastery of
grassroots politics and her network of federal government contacts enable her to lend crucial insight to S360's
clients.
MATT STEUERWALT, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Matt recently joined S360 after four years serving as Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire's principal
advisor on energy, climate change, telecommunications and financial institutions issues. He was responsible
for developing her agenda on these issues, shepherding it through the legislative process, coordinating
implementation across agencies, and managing conversations with effected stakeholders. He previously
served her in a similar role for eight years in the state Office of the Attorney General. While at the Governor's
office he drafted and worked to pass the state's own renewable fuel standard and provided policy guidance on
its implementation. He has worked on energy policy at the state, regional, and federal level since 1991. Matt
has forged excellent relationships with local, state and federal officials and can draw on his rich network of
policy-makers and opinion leaders in government, business and non-profits to achieve results for clients. He is
equally effective with elected officials and agency staff thanks to his ability to understand complicated technical
material and translate it for decision-makers.
MELANIE MIHARA, FEDERAL RELATIONS ASSOCIATE
Melanie recently joined S360 as a Federal Relations Associate in the Washington, DC office. She served in a
number of positions for Senator Maria Cantwell for over four years. Most recently Melanie was a Grants and
Appropriations Coordinator where she advised the Senator and the Appropriations Committee on Washington
State appropriations requests. She additionally helped municipalities, tribes, non-profits, and educational
institutions search and apply for federal grants. Melanie's in-depth knowledge of federal funding programs
allows her to give insightful, well-informed advice to Strategies 360 clients.
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INTRODUCTION TO 5360
Strategies 360 has been in business for over 20 years in the Pacific Northwest. Today, Strategies 360 is the
region's premiere strategic communications firm. We are focused on helping our clients succeed in today's
complex business and public policy environment, providing comprehensive and coordinated expertise in
business and marketing strategy, public policy, government relations, public relations, communications, and
strategic positioning. The one-of-a-kind Strategies 360 approach offers clients the opportunity to combine an
array of services while gaining access to the complete S360 team of experts.
Strategies 360 serves clients across a wide range of industries and areas, including: energy, alternative energy,
biotech, high-tech, financial services, natural resources, consumer goods, healthcare, real estate, Native
American tribes, labor, housing, non profits, education, and transportation. We have a strong regional
presence in the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Montana and Idaho, but our reach
and capabilities extend nationwide.
Sharing knowledge across disciplines enables us to identify key opportunities for each of our clients that would
otherwise have been overlooked. Many of our clients initially sought us out for public policy and
communications assistance, and now are benefiting from our expertise in business analysis and quantitative
marketing. We are helping these clients and others with brand positioning, business planning, and marketing
strategy, resulting in more efficient allocation of resources, and more effective strategies.
S360 designs and implements winning strategies and tactics for our clients. We do not take on a project that
does not involve working with the client to execute the recommended strategies and tactics in the marketplace.
Our team is packed with people with a track record of success and effecting positive change within a wide
range of organizations.
2009 APPROPRIATIONS
TRAINGLE PROJECT
Funding Requested: $2.7 million
Description: The Triangle Project is multi-phase effort that will completely reconstruct the 1-5/ SR 18/ SR 161
interchange-the fifth-most congested and accident prone spot in the state. This particular funding request
would add a second northbound left-turn lane at the intersection of SR 161 (Enchanted Parkway South) at
South 356th Street. The interchange needs the second turn lane in order to handle the increase in traffic
volumes from the slip ramp from SR 18 westbound to SR 161 that will be constructed in 2010-11.
Senator Patty Murray listed the Triangle Project as a priority project on her website earlier this year, requesting
$1.6 million for the City of Federal Way. The project did not make it through the final appropriations process
and the request was not funded.
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CITY CENTER ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Requested: $1.6 million
Description: The City Center Access Project eliminates critical safety issues, increases mobility, and allows the
planned economic development of the City Center as designated by the Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO). The project provides improvements that will modify the existing interchange of S 320th Street at
Interstate 5 (1-5) in multiple phases, with the most critical Phase 3, the southbound ramp first. The project will
not only benefit the designated urban center city core, but will address state and federal highway system issues
in this vicinity. The S 320lh St at 1-5 interchange is the sole freeway access to the City Center and the project is
within the U.S. Department of Transportation's Six Interstate Routes "Corridors of the Future" to Help Fight
Traffic Congestion on Interstate 5.
Senator Patty Murray listed the City Center Access Project (Phase III) as a priority project on her website earlier
this year, requesting $1.5 million for the City of Federal Way. The project did not make it through the final
appropriations process and the request was not funded.
EB.5 FOREIGN INVESTOR PROGRAM
Strategies 360 assisted Federal Way in securing Letters of Support to U.S. Customs and Immigration Services
from Gov. Christine Gregoire and Rep. Adam Smith. These letters expressed support for the EB.5 investor
visa program as a source of financing for foreign investors.
Currently, Federal Way's EB-5 application is under review. Adam Smith's office has indicated that if Federal Way has not
heard from U.S. Customs and Immigration regarding the application by October 10, 2009, that they should be contacted
again.
About the EB-5 Program: The EB-5 program has proven to have a positive impact on the United States
economy and job creation. In 2006 alone the EB-5 Immigrant Investor and Regional Center program resulted in
the aggregate total of over $250 million in immigrant investor capital inflow to the United States economy and
the creation and/or preservation of 5,000 jobs in areas of high unemployment. Projections for 2007 are
estimated to be an aggregate total of $500 million dollars, and 10,000 jobs principally in areas of high
unemployment Whatever program is selected, it is important to note that prior to acquiring residency the
investor should consult with a tax advisor regarding tax consequences.
The EB-5 visa creates a win-win situation by connecting foreign investors' international fortunes to depressed
economies and high unemployment areas around our country. In exchange for their investments, the investors
receive a reasonable rate of return and green cards for themselves and their family. When fully utilized it is
estimated that the program will contribute between $1.5 - 3 billion in foreign capital to the United States
economy each year. Such investments could have a significant impact on our economy. Of equal importance
this program will also provide and lor preserve more than 30,000 jobs for United States workers each year. [by
Roger A. Bernstein, Bernstein Osberg-Braun, LLC]
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POLITICAL ENVIRONMENT
Nearly all members of the Washington state delegation received less funding for fewer projects than in years
prior. Sen. Patty Murray, who chairs the Senate Appropriations Transportation-HUD subcommittee, received a
decrease in project funding dollars in FY2010, from approximately $198 million in FY2009 to $189 million in
FY2010. The number of projects Sen. Murray received also decreased from 86 in FY2008 to 67 in FY2009 to
53 in FY2010. Rep. Adam Smith also received a significant decrease in appropriations this year. FY2010 saw
a substantial decrease in the number of projects approved, only 2 in FY2010, down from 4 in FY2009 and 6 in
FY2008. The amount of funding attributed to Rep. Smith for FY2010 came to a mere $800,000, compared to
over $4 million in FY2009 and $17.5 million in FY2008. No communities in the area received funding.
There are a number of reasons for the decrease in project funding between FY2009 and FY2010. Many of the
projects, especially transportation projects, have been financed with stimulus money through the Recovery Act.
The Obama administration has also discouraged lawmakers from funding "earmark" projects in the
appropriations bills.
FUTURE OF 8360 & FEDERAL WAY
Options still exist for parties interested in transportation project funding. The Safe Accountable Flexible
Efficient Transportation Equity Act - a Legacy for Users (commonly known as SAFETEA-LU) expires on
September 30, 2009; however, members of Congress and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood have pushed
to extend SAFETEA-LU for an additional 18 months. The extension will be discussed following the August
recess.
The Senate is considering S. 1498, the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2009, which would extend the
existing surface transportation legislation for 18 months and would provide $27 billion for the highway and
transit accounts of the Highway Trust Fund. Sen. Boxer, Chair of the Environment and Public Works, reported
S. 1498 to the Senate floor and it has been placed on the legislative calendar. Consideration of the bill is
expected to occur in the fall of 2009.
Currently, only one reauthorization bill has been introduced. The Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 2009
has not been formally introduced and therefore lacks a bill number. The bill lacks critical data and other details
and no immediate action has been forecasted.
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15, 2009
ITEM #:
5a
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City Council approve the draft minutes of the September 1, 2009 Regular
Meeting?
COMMITTEE: Not Applicable
MEETING DATE: Not Applicable
CATEGORY:
IZI Consent
D City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
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Attachments:
Draft meeting minutes of the September 1, 2009 meeting.
Options Considered:
1. Approve the minutes as presented.
2. Amend the minutes as necessary.
DEPT: Human Resources
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approving the minutes as presented.
N/A L;L.,.JrW1 t.1ft1/~IRECTOR ApPROVAL:
Committee Council
CITY CLERK ApPROVAL:
N/A
N/A
Committee
Council
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Not Applicable
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "I MOVE APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES AS PRESENTED".
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLEDillEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
A Federal Way
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
SEPTEMBER 1, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
www.cityoffederalway.com
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Deputy Mayor Faison called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor Eric Faison, Councilmembers Mike Park, Jim
Ferrell, Jeanne Burbidge, Linda Kochmar and Dini Duclos.
Deputy Mayor Faison excused Mayor Dovey's absence as he is attending a city-related
training event out of state.
Staff present: Acting Interim City Manager Bryant Enge, Assistant City Attorney Amy Jo
Pearsall and Deputy City Clerk Krystal Roe.
MOTION: Councilmember Park moved to amend the agenda to remove the Energy Efficiency Grant,
Item 5E from the Consent Agenda and add it to Council Business, Item 7B. Motion second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - O.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Planning Manager Isaac Conlen led the pledge of allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
City Manaoer Emeroino Issues / Introduction of New Employees
. Code Compliance Update: John Micciche
Community Development Director Greg Fewins provided a PowerPoint presentation
highlighting the code enforcement efforts in regards to alleged violations by Mr. Micciche
and the Municipal Court rulings regarding same.
. Introduction of New Employees
Acting Interim City Manager Enge introduced and welcomed Leah Fraine, the City's new
Cultural Events and Arts Coordinator in the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Department.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Deputy Mayor Faison noted 16 anonymous public comments had been submitted. Because
the comments are anonymous, they cannot be read into the record. However, they will
become part of the official record and forwarded to City Council members.
H. David Kaplan announced the application period (and deadline) for the second round of
the City's Tourism Enhancement Grants.
Nancy Combs began to speak regarding the strong mayor form of government.
City Council Minutes - September 1,2009 Regular Meeting
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POINT OF ORDER: Assistant City Attorney Pearsall noted citizens may not address ballot issues
under public comment. Deputy Mayor Faison explained state law prohibits the use of public facilities
and/or public resources for campaign purposes.
Ms. Combs went on to say she is unhappy with Federal Way and listed various reasons
supporting her opinion.
Betty Taylor spoke about concerns she has with the management of the apartment complex
in which she resides. She described numerous problems and the steps she's taken to
resolve the issues with individuals in and outside the apartment's management company.
John Micciche stated he did not say or admit to committing any of the infractions. He
provided a background of the violation process from his perspective and the steps he's
taken to meet the City's requests for compliance.
MOTION: Councilmember Ferrell moved to allow Mr. Micciche another three minutes to continue
presenting his perspective. The motion died for lack of a second.
Deputy Mayor Faison stated the public comment time for Mr. Micciche had expired and
encouraged him to speak to Councilmembers directly.
Dixie Hallenberoer's comments were read into the record by Deputy City Clerk Roe. The
comments raised questions regarding how boats are defined and measured. The comments
also noted code compliance issues for several properties in the City.
Deborah Little thanked the Council for the opportunity to serve as a Diversity Commissioner.
Christopher Cormier's comments were read into the record by Deputy City Clerk Roe. Mr.
Cormier was one of the 16 anonymous individuals who submitted public comment forms
supporting Ms. Taylor's complaints against their apartment complex. Mr. Cormier raised
complaints of pest infestation, drug use, crime and filth.
Meoan Graham spoke in support of Mr. Micciche.
Councilmember Duclos urged that staff and Mr. Micciche work together to resolve the issue
amicably.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: August 4, 2009 Regular & Special Meeting, August 8, 2009
Special Meeting, and August 25, 2009 Special Meeting APPROVED
b. Vouchers FEDRAC 8-25-09 APPROVED
c. Monthly Financial Report FEDRAC 8-25-09 APPROVED
d. ORDINANCE Creating North Lake Management District No.2 and Setting Public
Hearing Date 1 st reading 8-4-09 APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 09-622
e. Energy Efficiency Grant (ECGB) Project Financing FEDRAC 8-25-09
PULLED/MOVED TO COUNCIL BUSINESS, 7B.
f. Grant Funding for Transportation Improvement Projects FEDRAC 8-25-09
APPROVED
g. RFP for State Lobbyist FEDRAC 8-25-09 APPROVED
h. Washington State Archives Records Grant FEDRAC 8-25-09 APPROVED
MOTION: Council member Ferrell moved approval of Consent Items A - H less item E.
Councilmember Kochmar second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - O.
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6. PUBLIC HEARING
Deputy Mayor Faison opened the public hearing at 7:52 p.m.
Acting Interim City Manager Enge provided a PowerPoint presentation outlining the impact of
Initiative 1033 on Federal Way's finances. Mr. Enge stated 1-1033 would increase the
projected 2011 operating deficit by $827,000 for a total of $1.5 million. The long-term fiscal
impact would reduce general fund revenues available to spend on operations by $3.6 million
through 2015. Mr. Enge summarized 1-1033 would limit revenue recovery due to economic
cycles, further reduce general fund revenues, make permanent the temporary transfer of
utility taxes, limit the ability to deal with unanticipated costs and response to emerging issues
and increase the margin between revenues and costs.
PRO/CON REPRESENTATIVE STATEMENTS:
Deputy Mayor Faison opened the comment period to representatives from both sides of the
issue. Each speaker was given for 10 minutes to present their position.
CON REPRESENTATIVE: Aisling Kerins described negative effects of 1-1033 and listed the
companies, organizations and agencies who have joined the opposition efforts to this
initiative. She remarked the consequences experienced by the state of Colorado where a
similar initiative was passed. She urged citizens and Council to vote no on this measure.
PRO REPRESENTATIVE: None present.
Councilmember Park inquired if representatives from the Pro position were invited. Assistant
City Attorney Pearsall answered yes, people from both sides were invited to attend but not
required to do so.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
H. David Kaplan compared 1-1033 to the earlier passage of 1-695. He remarked the stated
goal of 1-685 was never realized and listed its negative impacts. He compared the failure of 1-
695 to this current initiative. He noted Federal Way is in a disastrous situation now and
locking the City's future financial budget in at this basement level will put the City in a terrible
position.
Alexander Paterson inquired about the cost of special elections for a citizen-approved ballot
measure to override the caps set by Initiative 1033.
Deputy Mayor Faison clarified the City could go to the voters to override the cap but the cap
remains for the portion that is not voter approved. As an example, if property taxes are $1.00
and they decline by $.10, then only that $.1 0 could be reinstated by voter approval. Mr. Enge
concurred with this analogy.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Ferrell drew a comparison between this initiative and the problems the state
of California is currently experiencing. Both California and Oregon have experienced dire
circumstances because of the impacts of similar initiatives passed in their states. There are
core functions of Washington state government that will not be met if these initiatives
continue to erode the budgets of the state and local government. Mr. Ferrell will be voting
against 1-1033.
Councilmember Duclos concurred with Councilmember Ferrell. She noted Federal Way has
been extremely conservative with its budget and is in a better position than other cities in our
state. This initiative will penalize the City for its conservative budget. She will be supporting
the no side.
Council member Kochmar stated the City would be forced to cut core services if this initiative
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passes. The City cannot be responsive and responsible to its citizens if this passes and
further reduces the City's budget. Councilmember Kochmar opposes 1-1033.
Councilmember Park described the current financial challenges already faced by the City. 1-
1033 will worsen this situation. He does not support 1-1033.
Councilmember Burbidge has serious concerns about this initiative. Due to the current
economic crisis, the City has already had to transfer utility tax revenue to fill the gap in the
City's operating budget. This has impacted construction and maintenance of roads, parks and
facilities. If 1-1033 passes, the City will not be able to maintain its infrastructure because as
capital funds are eliminated, general funds must be used instead. She urged citizens to take
a close look at the measure; she will be supporting a Council resolution opposing the
initiative.
Deputy Mayor Faison also has serious concerns. He noted generating new revenues from
economic development growth in Federal Way would mean an identical loss/decline from
property tax revenue. Therefore, there would be no incentive to continue economic growth.
And, although voters could approve overriding the caps sent by 1-1033, the cost of putting the
issue to a citizen vote would cost the City an estimated $100,000 per special election. He will
be supporting a Council resolution to oppose the initiative.
MOTION: Council member Ferrell moved to direct staff to draft a resolution reflecting the City
Council's opposition to Initiative 1033 to be presented at the September 15, 2009 City Council
meeting. Councilmember Park second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - O.
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Settlement Agreement with Lakehaven Utility District to Relinquish Easements in Right
of Way.
Assistant City Attorney Pearsall presented the staff report for Council consideration.
MOTION: Councilmember Ferrell moved approval of the proposed settlement agreement and
authorize the Interim City Manager to execute the necessary documents. Councilmember Duclos
second.
DISCUSSION: Councilmember Kochmar recused herself; she is an employee of Lakehaven Utility
District.
VOTE: Motion carried 5 - 0; Kochmar recused.
b. Energy Efficiency Grant (ECGB) Project Financing
Councilmember Park stated this issue had been discussed by the Finance, Economic
Development and Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) on August 25, 2009.
Acting Interim City Manager Enge explained staff presented the FEDRAC Committee
members with three proposals for grant funding to consider. Committee members then
discussed the options and the alternatives for each.
At the meeting, the Committee verbally reached consensus to approve the alternative on
Issue #1, directing staff to pursue a loan of $323,000 (50% of the project cost). The
payback of this loan would be made from energy savings in eight years or less.
However, the Committee inadvertently moved to approve the staff recommendation
rather than the alternative. Therefore, staff is requesting a clarifying motion to formally
capture the Committee's consensus approving the staff alternative and authorizing staff
to pursue a loan for this project.
City Council Minutes - September 1,2009 Regular Meeting
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MOTION: Councilmember Park moved to approve the amended staff recommendation (as
explained by Mr. Enge) to pursue a state loan for the project. Kochmar second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - o.
8. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
a. Council Bill #503/Amendments to the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18
"Subdivisions" and Title 19 "Zonino and Development Code"
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to plat and land use application time
extensions; amending FWRC 18.05.080, 18.30.260, 18.35.220, 19.15.050, 19.15.100, and 19.15.110;
repealing FWRC 18.30.270,19.65.110, and 19.70.160; and adding new sections to FWRC 18.05.090 and
19.15.075. (Amending Ordinance Nos. 09-594, 07-573, 07-554, 00-375, 97-291, 92-133, and 90-43)
Deputy City Clerk Roe read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to forward the ordinance to a second reading for
enactment on the September 15, 2009 Consent agenda. Councilmember Duclos second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - O.
b. Council Bill #504/Amendments to Federal Wav Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19.15.045
"Completeness of applications" reoardino vestino for use process applications.
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to land use application vesting;
amending FWRC 19.15.045. (Amending Ordinance Numbers 09-594 and 90-43)
Deputy City Clerk Roe read the ordinance title into the record.
Senior Planner Margaret Clark presented Council with a corrected version of the
ordinance as amended and approved by the Land Use and Transportation Committee.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to forward the ordinance as amended to a second
reading for enactment at the September 15, 2009 Council meeting. Councilmember Duclos second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - o.
c. Council Bill #505/Criminal Code Update
AN ORDI NANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to Sexual Misconduct with a Minor in the
Second Degree; amending FWRC 6.20.010. (Amending Res. No. 09-539, S 1,1-6-09; Ord. Nos. 04-463,
S 1,8-3-04; 02-429, S 3, 11-19-02; 00-374, S 1,9-19-00; 91-106, S 1,8-20-91; 91-89, S 1 (9.10.01 0),3-5-
91. Code 2001 S 6-61.)
Deputy City Clerk Roe read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Councilmember Burbidge moved to forward the ordinance to the consent agenda at the
September 15, 2009 Council meeting for enactment. Councilmember Park second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - O.
d. Council Bill #506/Amendino the Existino Interlocal Aqreement with SCORE and
Approvino a New Interlocal Aoreement with the Cities of Des Moines. Renton. Auburn
and the South County Correctional Entity
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, authorizing the execution of an amended and
restated interlocal agreement relating to the South Correctional Entity Facility; authorizing the execution of
an interlocal agreement among the Cities of Renton, Auburn, and Des Moines, Washington, and the South
Correctional Entity. (Amending Ordinance No. 09-603)
Deputy City Clerk Roe read the ordinance title into the record.
Deputy Mayor Faison stated this ordinance, if approved, would be enacted at tonight's
meeting. It will not be forwarded to a second reading at the next Council meeting.
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MOTION: Councilmember Park moved to enact the proposed ordinance amending the interlocal
agreement relating to "SCORE" and approve executing a new interlocal agreement among the cities
of Renton, Auburn and Des Moines and SCORE. Councilmember Ferrell second.
DISCUSSION: Deputy Mayor Faison explained this ordinance has been brought about because of
one member city's low credit score. That city's credit score would have negatively impacted the other
member cities, resulting in higher costs for everyone. The proposed ordinance protects the other
cities, including Federal Way.
VOTE: Motion carried 6 - o.
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Council member Burbidge reported the next PRHSPS meeting is September 8,2009 and she
reviewed the meeting agenda. On September 9 she will attend the Policy Issues Committee
meeting of the Suburban Cities' Association chaired by Councilmember Kochmar. Next
Thursday she will be attending the monthly meeting of the Transportation Policy Board in
Seattle.
Councilmember Park announced the City/Federal Way Chamber of Commerce Economic
Development Committee meeting on Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at the Chamber offices.
Councilmember Kochmar noted the Suburban Cities Policy Issues Committee meeting on
September 9 (as mentioned by Councilmember Burbidge). Of interest is the
recommendation to the King County Council to increase METRO transportation fares before
taking steps to reduce services. Transportation 2040 and opposition to 1-1033 will also be
discussed.
No reports given by Councilmembers Duclos, Ferrell and Deputy Mayor Faison.
10. CITY MANAGER REPORT
Acting Interim City Manager Enge announced the City successfully submitted its $2.1 million
Local Revitalization Area grant application to the state. Thanks to the diligent efforts of
Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty, Federal Way was the fifth city to submit an
application for this competitive grant. Hopefully, good news will be announced soon!
11. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business before the Council, Deputy Mayor Faison adjourned the meeting at
8:48 p.m.
ATTEST:
Krystal Roe, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by Council:
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 9/15/2009
ITEM#:~
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: REGIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN ADOPTION
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City of Federal Way adopt the revised Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of
King County, including the revised Federal Way Annex and associated mitigation initiatives?
COMMITTEE: PARKS, RECREATION AND PUBLIC SAFETY
MEETING DATE: 8/11/2009
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Attachments: Revised Federal Way Annex and Initiatives; Draft Resolution
CATEGORY:
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o City Council Business
o Ordinance
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Public Hearing
Resolution
Options Considered:
1) Approve the Resolution for adoption of the revised Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County.
2) Do not approve the Resolution for adoption of the revised Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County
and provide direction to staff.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends forwarding Option 1 to the September 15,2009 City Council for
approval
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Committee recommends forwarding Option 1 to the September 15, 2009 City
Council for approval.
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PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTlON(S): "I m approval of the Resolution for adoption of the revised Regional
Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County, pending approval by FEMA, including the revised jurisdictional
Annex and initiatives."
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERREDINO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
I ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Federal Way,
Washington, authorizing continued participation in the King County
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
WHEREAS, the City Council approved continuation in the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
of King County through the signing of the County's Signature ofIntent Form at the July 21, 2009
City Council Meeting in recognition of its vulnerability to natural, technological and man-made
disasters and its commitment toward minimizing the effects of such disasters upon the community;
and
WHEREAS, FEMA requires City adoption of revised plans through public Resolution; and
WHEREAS, All Regional Hazard Mitigation Plans must also be approved by FEMA,
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of F ederal Way hereby approves conditional adoption of the
revised plan, attached hereto as Exhibit A, upon the approval of the revised plan by FEMA.
Section 2. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution should be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this resolution.
Section 3. Corrections. The City Clerk and the codifiers of this resolution are authorized to
make necessary corrections to this resolution including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener/clerical errors, references, resolution numbering, section/subsection numbers and any
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references thereto.
Section 4. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective date
of this resolution is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 5. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage by
the Federal Way City Council.
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON this
day of
, 2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, JACK DOVEY
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, CAROL MCNEILLY, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, PATRICIA A. RICHARDSON
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
RESOLUTION NO.:
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Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of
King County
City of Federal Way
Annex
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Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
City of Federal Way Annex
Jurisdictional Profile
Federal Way was incorporated in 1990 and is centrally located in the southwestern comer of
King County, situated 25 miles south of downtown Seattle and eight miles north of downtown
Tacoma. The city occupies approximately 22 square miles on a plateau between Puget Sound
and the Green River Valley. The overall community of Federal Way is bordered on the west by
the shores of Puget Sound and shares common boundaries with the cities of Tacoma, Milton,
Edgewood, Algona, Pacific, Auburn, Kent and Des Moines, and an unincorporated area of King
County.
While the citizen population of Federal Way is 88,000 according to City records, the Greater
Federal Way Community represents a total of approximately 100,000 people who live, work and
attend schools and other programs within the influence of the City of Federal Way. The
community is diversified with the spectra from high-priced shoreline view neighborhoods, to
high-density multi-family apartment complexes. In addition to English, there are some distinct
ethnic neighborhoods, including Spanish, Russian and Korean, where local dialects are often the
primary languages for the neighborhood businesses and residents. There are several Fortune
1000 global headquarters, commercial and retail centers, schools, churches and several large
medical centers.
The city is located at a key transportation hub on Interstate 5. Interstate 5 and State Highways 99,
161, and 509 provide north/south transit options: State Highway 18 offers direct access to the
state's main east-west corridor, Interstate 90. There are seven major roadways that serve the
activity centers within Federal Way, including the South 320th Street corridor between Pacific
Highway South (SR-99) and 1-5.
City Governance
The local Governance of Federal Way includes seven elected officials with a Mayor elected by
the Council, all serving a 4-year term. There are three primary Committees reporting to the
council, with each Committee containing 3 council members as well as leaders from various
organizations within the City> These Committees are; 1 )Finance, Economic Development &
Regional Affairs Committee, 2)Land Use and Transportation Committee and, 3)Parks,
Recreation, Human Services & Public Safety Committee (PRHSPSC)
Federal Way employees it own Public Works services as well as Police Department. Fire and
rescue services are contracted through South King Fire and Rescue. The City receives the
majority of its water and sewer service through Lakehaven Utility District with a smaller
segment being serviced through Tacoma Water. The majority of electricity and natural gas
services are provided through Puget Sound Energy with a smaller segment being serviced
through Tacoma Power. Public education is provided through the Federal Way School District.
All contracted service providers, with the exception of Tacoma Water and Tacoma Power, also
participate in the King County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan through individual Annexes. A
number of independent health care facilities serve Federal Way medical needs including St.
Francis Hospital, Virginia Mason Clinic and Group Health.
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2009 Plannine Process
In identifying appropriate updates and initiatives for the 2009 updates, a Regional Hazard
Mitigation Working Group was formed. The working group consists of Public Works and
Emergency Management leadership. The group held three meetings during the revision process.
The group reviewed the current City mitigation strategy making changes as appropriate,
reviewed the progress made on prior mitigation initiatives and identified attainable projects to
include in the revised plan cycle and reviewed the FEMA How-To-Guide on Benefit-Cost
Review models.
In addition to the Working Group meetings, Emergency Management representatives met with
South King Fire and Rescue, Lakehaven Utility District and Federal Way Schools to discuss
possible collaborative initiative opportunities given all serve the citizens of Federal Way.
The updated plan was presented to the City's Parks, Recreation, Human Services, Public Safety
Committee for initial review and comment prior to presentation at a Public City Council
Meeting. During the public City Council Meeting, citizens were invited to view the plan and to
provide comment via the City's website.
Incorvoration of Reeional Hazard Mitieation Plan with Other City Mechanisms
The RHMP Working Group reviewed the list of possible relationships noted within the FEMA
Local Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance resource and identified the following as areas
for which awareness of the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and the City's Annex would be
important toward continual improvement. A cover letter along with the plan was then sent to the
appropriate source. The City will continue to work with these entities to increase the awareness
of and stress the importance of hazard mitigation efforts.
1. Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
2. Capital Improvement Plan
3. Planning Commission
4. Public Works
5. Land Use & Transportation Committee
6. Parks, Recreation, Human Services & Public Safety Committee
7. Finance, Economic Development & Regional Affairs Committee
The RHMP Working Group will consider additional sources on an ongoing basis identifying
those whose relationship is conducive toward supporting the Plan's Mitigation Strategy, Goals
and Objectives.
National Flood Insurance Proeram
The City of Federal Way currently subscribes to the NFIP.
Repetitive Loss Properties
The City of Federal Way incurred approximately $180,000 in damage mitigation costs related to
severe winter storms. Mitigation efforts included deployment of snow plows and application of
de-icing fluid on targeted roadways. These efforts helped to mitigate personal injuries, maintain
critical infrastructure, support emergency services and minimize damage.
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Hazard Mithmtion Plan Adoption. Development and Maintenance
The City of Federal Way's participation in the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan supports both
the Regional Mission Statement and the Regional Goals and Objectives in the development of
City Annex pages.
The City of Federal Way will incorporate the following processes in the development, adoption
and maintenance of the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex:
1) A Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Working Group, consisting of Public Works and
Emergency Management personnel will maintain the City's Annex pages and will ensure
the accuracy of City Profile information, determine the City's mitigation strategy and
identify supporting initiatives, establishing priority according to recommended FEMA
and King County prioritization models.
2) In support of enhancing partnerships and planning activities, a representative of the
City's RHMP Working Group will meet with other plan participants who provide
services to the City in order to explore potential initiative synergies.
3) A representative from the RHMP Working Group will present, in draft form, the revised
City Annex to the Parks, Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety Committee,
which is represented by City Council members, City management and a number of
private organizations and citizens and the agenda and minutes of which are published to
the general public. Prior to seeking adoption of the City's RHMP Annex, it will ask this
Committee for its support in recommending adoption by Council.
4) The Citizen's of Federal Way shall have access to the City's Regional Hazard Mitigation
Plan via the City website. During the draft phase of development, the public will be made
aware of the ability to view plan content and provide input as desired. The invitation to
view the plan will be announced at Committee meetings and City Council meetings.
5) After Committee review and a public comment period, the plan will be presented at a
regularly scheduled public City Council Meeting seeking conditional adoption of the plan
pending FEMA's approval.
6) Once FEMA approval is obtained, Council will be asked to formally adopt via
Resolution.
7) The Regional Hazard Mitigation Working Group shall review the plan strategy and
initiatives on an annual basis at mid-year to gain an overall progress status report. The
plan will also be reviewed after each major disaster event with changes to initiative
priorities made if appropriate.
8) A representative of the Regional Hazard Mitigation Working Group shall attend meetings
held by King County Office of Emergency Management in relation to the RHMP and will
follow recommended revision requirements as requested by KCOEM.
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Critical City Facility Inventory
Critical Facility Type Jurisdiction Controlled Maximum $ Loss Controlled Facilities Not under
Facilities Facilities Jurisdiction Control
Continuity of Government . Federal Way City Hall . $11,035,000 U.S. Postal Bulk Mail
or Administration . Federal Way Community . $9,900,000 Center
Center King County Aquatics
. Dumas Bay Center . $7,741,000 Center
. Steel Lake Maintenance . $318,000
Life Safety & Medical . Saint Francis Hospital
. Virginia Mason
Medical Center
. King County Public
Health
. See South King Fire &
Rescue RHMP annex
Transportation . Federal Way Transit
Center
. 1-5
. SR-99
. HWY 18
. Overpass @ 1-5 &
HWY 18
. Overpass @ 1-5 &
320th
. Overpass @ 1-5 &
272"
Education . See Federal Way
Public Schools RHMP
annex
. DeVry
. Highline Community
Colleoe
Utilities . BPA power lines
. Olympic Pipe line
. See Lakehaven Utility
District RHMP annex
Community Services . Multi-Service Center
(food bank)
. Evergreen Lodge
(assisted living)
. Foundation House
(assisted living)
. Garden Terrace
(Alzheimer's Center)
. Village Green
(Retirement village)
. WoodMark (assisted
living)
. Avalon Care Center
. (assisted living)
. HallMark Manor
. (assisted living)
. Life Care Center
. (assisted livina)
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2003 Initiatives Pro2ress Reoort
1) Develop & implement programs to coordinate maintenance personnel response activities
during severe winter storm events.
The City developed a flooding "Hot Spot" list to enable timely mitigation activities
during times of heavy rain. The list also facilitates a rapid assessment approach in
determining distribution of response resources.
Public Works also developed an Employee Emergency Handbook. The handbook
contains policies and procedures related to severe weather response, an emergency phone
list, equipment list and various maps including a map identifying de-icing routes.
2) Develop a response plan to be implemented in the event of a surface water storage
facility breach. including property-owner notification and post-event assessment.
The Panther Lake EOP was updated to include notification procedures, downstream
mapping and affected structures, appropriate response to emerging conditions and
preventative actions. A similar EOP for Kit's Comer will be added to the 2009 mitigation
initiatives.
3) Adopt the International Building Code and evaluate additional building code application
for increasing the protection of life and property.
The IBC was adopted in 2004 and has implemented changes according to IBC
amendments. The City also complies with the Washington State Building Code.
4) Encourage seismic retrofitting in all structures including homes. schools. businesses and
Government offices.
In 2007 the City of Federal Way along with Home Depot and Lowe's sponsored a week
long focus on seismic retrofitting of homes and businesses. The week included talks and
workshops about how to secure water heaters, appliances and other seismic home and
office hazards. Federal Way City Hall was inspected to identify areas that could use
seismic retrofitting information was then passed on to the facility group to be included in
their maintenance schedule and monthly Safety Meeting.
5) Install backup generators in City Hall in order to maintain City services in the event of a
power outage and to ensure the City's EOC is able to operate if activation is required.
A 750kw backup generator was installed in 2004. In 2008 an additional 500gal diesel fuel
tank was added to increase generator run-time.
6) Increase public awareness and preparedness related to hazards within the local area as
well as increase participation in CERT.
The City currently schedules three CERT classes per year as well as offers a
neighborhood preparedness option and maintains a list of participating neighborhoods.
Additionally, the City's Emergency Management Department maintains City website
pages that include the publishing of various emergency plans, information regarding
hazard identification and response, the City's public warning system (CodeRed),
educational opportunities and more. The CodeRed system was incorporated in 2008 and
is now the City's primary public emergency notification system. The department also
publishes a monthly article in the local newspaper.
9) Map and identify locations around the City that are affected by repetitive or predicted
hazards.
The City has developed slide maps and de-icing maps as well as a Surface Water
Management "Hot Spot" checklist identifying locations that are prone to excess surface
water.
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Jurisdictional Hazards
The City of Federal Way agrees that it is vulnerable to the hazards noted within the greater
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The following HIV A Table, as published within the City's
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, further describes the City's vulnerability to the
hazards most likely to occur within City boundaries:
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT TABLE
HAZARD PROBABILITY IMPACT WARNING
CIVIL DISTURBANCE LOW MODERATE YES
DROUGHT / HEAT LOW LOW YES
EARTHQUAKE MODERATE HIGH NO
FIRE URBAN / WILDLAND INTERFACE LOW MODERATE YES
FLOODING LOW LOW YES
HAZMA T MODERATE HIGH NO
LANDSLIDES LOW MODERATE NO
PANDEMIC FLU LOW HIGH YES
SEVERE WEATHER HIGH HIGH YES
WINTER STORM
TERRORISM LOW HIGH NO
TRANSPORTATION ACCIDENT LOW MODERATE NO
(AIRLINER)
TSUNAMIS/SEICHES LOW MODERATE YES
UTILITY OUTAGES HIGH MODERATE NO
(OVER 24 HOURS AREA WIDE)
VOLCANOES LOW HIGH YES
Probability was determined by the event having occurred in the Greater Federal Way area. See
below for category definition:
High: Yearly, Moderate: Two - Ten Years, Low: Beyond Ten years
Impact was determined by the event having any two of the items listed in the category.
High: Large population effected, wide property destroyed or severely damaged, all
response resources overwhelmed.
Moderate: Localized population effected, localized property destroyed or damaged, all
response resources strained.
Low: Small population affected, light property damage, additional response resource
called in.
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Miti2ation Strate2V
The City of Federal Way's Mitigation Strategy, Goals and Objectives support those noted within
the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, including the incorporation of actions to 1) Protect Life
and Property, 2) Support Emergency Services, 3) Increase Public Awareness, 4) Preserve Natural
Systems and Resources, 5) Encourage Partnerships and 6) Enhance Planning Activities.
Additionally, the City's Strategy will include:
1) The preservation of continuity of government, and responding to Community needs.
2) Participation in regional disaster, emergency response and management plans according
to Federal guidelines and requirements.
3) Educating the public, business and special populations on personal hazard mitigation and
emergency preparedness through a variety of media including classes, local newspaper
articles and the City's website.
2009 Implementation and Prioritv Levels
The 2009 Federal Way Annex will focus hazard mitigation initiatives on those hazards which
received a "High" or "Medium" probability of occurrence as noted within the City's Hazard
Identification and Vulnerability Assessment Table (HIV A Table). The City plans to place further
focus on hazards receiving a "Low" probability within the 2014 plan review. Additionally, the
hazard "Flooding" refers to localized urban flooding within the City of Federal Way.
Initiatives
Mitigation initiatives were developed to support the Regional Hazard Mitigation Goals and
Objectives. Each mitigation initiative was given a priority level of low, medium or high based
on benefit-cost review, using recommended models as provided within the FEMA "How-To
Guide: Using Benefit-Cost Review in Mitigation Planning." High priority levels were given to
mitigation initiatives that have high benefit cost ratio and committed funding or high chance of
receiving funding.
Medium priority levels were given to mitigation initiatives that have high benefit cost ratio with
low-medium chance of funding.
Low priority levels were given to mitigation initiatives that have low benefit cost ratio and low
chance of funding.
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Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 1
Type of Hazard: Utility Outage
Category: Increase Public Awareness
Priority:
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: Provide timely information regarding mitigation measures
the public can take before/during/after a lengthy utility outage using a variety of medium
including City web pages, local newspaper articles and public education seminars.
Rationale for project: Federal Way experiences utility outages primarily during the winter
storm season. Depending on the length of the outage, injuries and property damage can
occur due to alternate heating sources, improper turn-off/on of utility mains, etc. Keeping
the public informed of precautionary measures can help mitigate injuries and damage.
RHMP Goals: Increase Public Awareness
RHMP Objectives: Enhance public
knowledge of hazards and potential
impacts
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions: Puget Sound Energy
Cost of Project: $1000
Estimated time period implemented: annually once per quarter
Funding Sources: employee time currently funded
City funds as available for printing cost
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
BCR: 18
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Offer public education opportunities related to wide-spread utility
outa2es to reduce the potential for iniuries and property dama2e.
Review Tool I - Measuring Vulnerability Before & After Mitigation
Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of people Any homeowner or Same as before but Less impact
affected tenant less may experience
impact
Number of properties 20 2 18
Property Damage ($) $20,000* each year $2,000 each year $18,000 each year
Loss of Use 6 homes each year 3 homes each year 3 homes
Loss of Life (#) 1 every 5 years 1 every 10 years Reduced by half
* assumes $1,000 per home
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction An educated property owner is less likely to experience damages
or injury associated with utility outages.
Associated Community Goals Less emergency occurrences result in less deployment of
emergency resources resulting in overall emergency response
improvement.
Ease of Implementation Material content and speakers are already available, easy to
implement.
Ease of Funding Costs are based on current employee time w/minor printing
expense.
Political/Social Acceptance When similar seminars were offered in the past high participation
was experienced indicating a positive citizen response.
Review Tool 3 - Costs
Materials/Seminar Facilitators/Class Facilities
The majority of costs are already funded FTE
man hours, resulting in minimal new outlay for
printing.
Cost:
Benefit:
BCR:
$1,000
$18,000
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Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 2
Type of Hazard: Earthquake
Category: Increase Public Awareness
Priority:
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: Encourage resident and business earthquake hazard
mitigation actions through a unified public awareness campaign sponsored by City
Emergency Management, South King Fire and Rescue, Federal Way Public Schools,
Lakehaven Utility District and local home improvement stores.
Rationale for project: A major contributor toward earthquake injuries and property
damage is the result of unanchored, heavy objects falling, even during lower magnitude
earthquakes. By encouraging public mitigation efforts, injuries and damages may be
minimized.
RHMP Goals: Increase Public Awareness
RHMP Objectives: Enhance public
knowledge of hazards, potential impacts
and mitigation actions.
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions: South King Fire & Rescue, Federal Way Public Schools, Lakehaven
Utility District
Cost of Project: $4,000
Estimated time period implemented: 2010 - 2012
Funding Sources: employee time currently funded
City funds as available for campaign materials
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
BCR:9
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Encoura2e resident and business earthquake hazard miti2ation actions
throu2h a unified Dublic awareness camDai2n.
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Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of people Any homeowner or Same as before but Less impact
affected tenant less may experience
impact
Number of properties 100 25 75
Property Damage ($) $50,000* every 2 yrs $12,500 very 2 yrs $37,500 every 2 yrs
Loss of Life (#) 1 every 20 years 1 every 10 years Reduced by half
* assumes $500 per home
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction By taking basic earthquake hazard mitigation steps, such the
anchoring of heavy furniture, the risk of damage or injury can be
reduced.
Associated Community Goals The offering of free education seminars and demonstrations
augments the City's mission to be a community-based service
organization.
Ease of Implementation Material content and speakers are already available, easy to
implement.
Ease of Funding Costs are based on current employee time w/minor advertising and
printing costs
Political/Social Acceptance When similar seminars were offered in the past high participation
was experienced indicating a positive citizen response.
Review Tool 3 - Costs
Materials/Seminar Facilitators/Class Facilities
The majority of costs are already funded FTE
man hours, resulting in minimal cost to
implement.
Cost:
Benefit:
BCR:
$4,000
$37,500
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Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County - Initiatives
Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 3
Type of Hazard: Hazmat
Category: Support Emergency Services
Priority:
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: Obtain a list of EPCRA Tier II facilities and develop
corresponding map for use in EOC operations.
Rationale for project: A Tier II EPCRA map for use within the EOC during times of
disaster will assist in strategy decisions, EAP development and resource deployment
which may ultimately result in reducing the threat to emergency personnel and citizens.
RHMP Goals: Support Emergency Services
RHMP Objectives: Enhance public
knowledge of hazards, potential impacts
and mitigation actions.
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions: South King Fire & Rescue, Federal Way Public Schools, Lakehaven
Utility District
Cost of Project: $4,800
Estimated time period implemented: 2010 - 2012
Funding Sources: Currently funded
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
BCR: 479
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Obtain a list of EPCRA Tier II facilities and develop correspondin2
map for use in EOC operations.
Review Tool} - Measuring Vulnerability Before & After Mitigation
Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of people Citizens w/in Same as before but Less impact
affected proximity to Tier II less may experience
facilities as well as impact
emergency responders
Loss of Life (#) } 0 $2.3 million
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction Having an EPCRA Tier II map during emergency operations may
reduce a loss of life by prompting early citizen evacuation
measures or advance emergency response worker warnings.
Associated Community Goals Increases the safety of citizens and emergency workers during
times of disaster.
Ease of Implementation A list of facilities is already available and a creation of an
accompanying map is easy to implement.
Ease of Funding The effort involves only staff time, which is currently funded.
Review Tool 3 - Costs
I Man Hours
I Currently funded through City
Cost: $4,800
Benefit: $2.3 million
BCR: 479
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County - Initiatives
Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 4
Type of Hazard: Localized Urban Flooding
Category: Protect Life & Property
Priority:
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: Review 44th Ave SW pond to determine retrofit options to
eliminate the potential of localized flooding and complete repairs as appropriate.
Rationale for project: Reduce the threat of localized flooding to properties located within
potential localized flooding zone which saves residents the burden of related repair costs
and allows time for adequate City planning to explore cost-effective options.
RHMP Goals: Protect Life & Property
RHMP Objectives: Implement cost-
effective activities in an effort to make
assets more resistant to losses of localized
flooding.
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions:
Cost of Project: $15,000
Estimated time period implemented: 2010 - 2012
Funding Sources: City funds and/or grant funding
as available
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
BCR:8
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Review 44th Ave SW pond to determine retrofit options to eliminate the
potential of localized floodin2 and complete repairs as appropriate.
Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of properties 6 0 Less impact
affected
Property Damage ($) $120,000* $0 $120,000
* assumes $20,000 per property if pond water flooded due to significant rain and or heavy
snow/ice thaw
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction By installing a new outlet to the pond, the possibility of significant
localized flooding is reduced.
Associated Community Goals Protection of public infrastructure
Ease of Implementation Work can be accomplished by City maintenance crews
Ease of Funding Funds may be available in the maintenance budget, depending on
priority.
Review Tool 3 - Costs
Man hours + Retrofit Materials
Maintenance crews are already funded,
primary cost is related to retrofit materials
required for the new outlet.
Cost:
Benefit:
BCR:
$15,000
$120,000
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Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County - Initiatives
Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 5
Type of Hazard: Localized Urban Flooding
Category: Support Emergency Services
Priority:
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: Create a Surface Water Hot-Spot map corresponding to the
current checklist so locations are easily identifiable to emergency response crews. The
map will also be a resource tool for EOC staff.
Rationale for project: Reduce the potential for significant localized flooding of emergency
routes which may lead to road closure and reduced response time. Depending on the
related emergency resource needed, lives and property could be dependant on the ability
for responders to arrive quickly.
RHMP Goals: Protect Life & Property
RHMP Objectives: Maintain essential
services and infrastructure during disaster
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions:
Cost of Project: $1,000
Estimated time period implemented: 4 months
Funding Sources: City funds
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
BCR: 460
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Create a Surface Water Hot-Spot map correspondim~ to the current
checklist so locations are easily identifiable to emen!:encv response crews. The map will also
be a resource tool for EOC staff.
Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of people Any citizen who may Same as before but Less impact
affected experience a life- less may experience
threatening injury impact
during a disaster
which has
accompanymg
localized flooding
Loss of Life (#) 1 every 5 years 0 $460,000
* assumes $2.3 million per life saved/5 years
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction Mapping of Surface Water hot-spots will enable crews to quickly
identify, locate and inspect these locations to ensure roads are free
of significant surface water that could result in road closure during
emergencies. Keeping roads clear enables rescue crews to arrive
where needed without preventative delays.
Associated Community Goals Allows for faster response time.
Ease of Implementation A list of locations is already made which are easily converted into
mapping detail
Ease of Funding Costs are minimal and require current employee time
Review Tool 3 - Costs
I Mapping
I Costs are already funded
Cost:
Benefit:
BCR:
$1,000
$460,000
460
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan of King County - Initiatives
Jurisdiction Agency: City of Federal Way, Initiative 6
Type of Hazard: Support Emergency Services/Severe Storm Response
Category: Coordinate maintenance personnel response using GPS
Priority: Low
Plan Adoption # (tracking #)
Brief Description of Project: The system will provide "real time" location of equipment
(resources) during an emergency event such as severe winter storms and also status
including: vehicle running, air bags deployed and fuel depending upon vehicle, using GPS
equipment. This will also include hardware and software at City Hall and the Maintenance
Department to track and deploy the equipment/resources.
Rationale for project: Communications, including knowing the location and status of
resources is essential for timely response to any emergency and for assisting with
protecting essential infrastructure. This system can also be used by the field crews to
report & track any emergency they may encounter during the course of the emergency.
RHMP Goals: Support Emergency Services
RHMP Objectives: Track resources.
Lead Jurisdiction: City of Federal Way
Participating Jurisdictions:
Cost of Project: $120,000 (20 vehicles @ $5,000 plus $10,000 per base) plus $500 per year.
Estimated time period implemented: At least 5 years if grants are available.
Funding Sources: Unfunded, will look at grants and
City funds as available
Matching %
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Source and Date: Unknown at this time.
Adoptive date and/or Ordinance # In future
Status:
Benefit/Cost Ratio: 4
Benefit/Cost Review
Mitigation Action: Usin2 GPS equipment. provide "real time" location of equipment
(resources) durin2 an emere:ency event to aid in more efficient deployment and trackine:.
Vulnerability Before Action After Action Difference
Number of people All residents Same as before but Less impact
affected less may experience
impact
Loss of Life (#) 1 every 5 years 0 $460,000
* assumes $2.3 million per life saved/5 years
Review Tool 2 - Benefits
Risk Reduction Knowing the location and status of resources is essential for timely
response which could reduce the life safety risk
Associated Community Goals Allows for faster response time.
Ease of Implementation Once equipment is purchased, it will be necessary to train
employees on correct use during emergency situations
Ease of Funding Currently funding is not available, however a staggered
implementation over 5 years will improve availability
Review Tool 3 - Costs
I Equipment & training time
I Unfunded
Cost:
Benefit:
BCR:
$120,000
$460,000
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Initiatives Priority Table
Initiative BeR Funding Probability Priority
l. Public education related to wide-spread utility 18 High High
outal!es
2. Public awareness campaign to encourage 9 High High
earthquake hazard mitil!ation actions
3. Create EPCRA Tier II HAZMA T Facilities map for 479 High High
use in EOC
4. Determine & complete retrofit plan to eliminate the
potential of localized flooding related to 44th Ave 8 Medium Low
SW pond
5. Create a Surface Water Hot-Spot map for use 460 High High
during emergency operation resource allocation
6. Install GPS system to aid in resource allocation & 4 Low Low
trackinl! during an emerl!encv event
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ITEM #: LI
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Sp.ott"Knber I~, 'WO'1
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: Amendments to Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18 "Subdivisions," and Title 19 "Zoning and
Development Code" regarding plat and land use application time extensions and related amendments.
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City approve amendments to the Title 18 "Subdivisions. " and Title 19 "Zoning and
Development Code. " regarding plat and land use application time extensions and related amendments.
COMMITTEE: Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
MEETING DATE: August 3, 2009
!.:.Jr EGO RY:
~ Consent
o City Council Business
ST AFF REpORT By: Senior Planner Deb Barker
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Ordinance
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Background: The proposed amendment addresses a request to amend subdivision and zoning regulations by extending
approval timelines in light of current economic conditions which have resulted in the housing market downturn, tightening
credit markets, and generally poor conditions for development activity. Amendment provisions target Subdivision
applications for short plat, Binding Site Plan (BSP), and preliminary plat as well as applications for Land Use Process 1, U,
III, and IV. The amendment will provide extension opportunities to the 180--day request for information/correction timeline;
will allow a five-year construction period for short plat and BSP applications; will provide additionalllonger extensions for
subdivision and land use projects; and address other clarifications as deemed necessary.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on July 22, 2009, and recommended that the City Council approve the
proposed amendments as recommended by staff The Planning Commission recommendation is included in the adoption
ordinance.
Attachments: (1) Draft Adoption Ordinance for plat and land use application time extensions which contains the proposed
amendments as recommended by the Planning Commission, amending FWRC Title 18 "Subdivisions" and FWRC Title 19
"Zoning and Development Code;" (2) Staff Report to the Planning Commission for the July 22, 2009, Public Hearing which
includes exhibits A through L; and (3) Draft Minutes ofthe July 22, 2009, Planning Commission Public Hearing.
Options Considered: (1) Adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation as contained in the Draft Adoption Ordinance;
(2) Adopt the Plarming Commission's recommendation as modified by the LUTC; or (3) Do not adopt the amendments.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Council approve Option #1; adopt the Planning Commission's
recommendation as contained in the Draft Adoption Ordinance.
CITY MA..l'\'AGER ApPROVAL:
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Committee
I).""'\~,)" \)Ii DIRECTOR ApPROVAL:
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Committee
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Forward Option #1; adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation as contained in
the Dean Adoption Q,dinancc to full Council on Sop. bee, ~009, 10, illst ,eading. a . ~
im F D~ Duclos, Member
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PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION(S):
1sT READING OF ORDINANCE (09/01109): U[ move to forward the ordinance to a second reading for enactment on the
September 15, 2009, consent agenda. "
2ND READING OF ORDINANCE (09/15/09): "[ move approval of the LUTe's recommendation to approve the code
amendments, which are contained in the Adoption Ordinance. "
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION 11/ 'J
l5t MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only) ttl 1(16/01
~\ISED - 02106/2006
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
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Attachment 1 -
Draft Adoption Ordinance for
plat and land use application time extensions;
amending
FWRC Title 18 "Subdivisions"
and
FWRC Title 19 "Zoning and Development Code"
ORDINANCE NO. 09-
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating
to plat and land use application time extensions; amending FWRC
18.05.080, 18.30.260, 18.35.220, 19.15.050, 19.15.100, and 19.15.110;
repealing FWRC 18.30.270, 19.65.110, and 19.70.160; and adding new
sections to FWRC 18.05.090 and 19.15.075. (Amending Ordinance
Nos. 09-594,07-573,07-554,00-375,97-291,92-133, and 29-43)
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the need to periodicaijyrnq,IMy Title 18 of the Federal
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Development Code," in order to conform to st'and f~~deral law, c~airyt:{ldII!tnistrative
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practices, clarify and update zoning regulations ~ d~~i:l".nec~<tty, and improvJthe efficiency
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of the regulations and the development ft0~j.;process; and;'~
WHEREAS, this ordinance, contaftfiWgamendments to.~tfment regulations and the
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text of Title 18 FWRC and Title 19 FWRC, Ii~ cq,pli~a~~tmI1Jtocess VI review, chapter 19.80
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WHEREAS~ th6W~~re dlfpturn in the I~Ca. dr, regional, and national housing markets,
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reduced d:~a:f~t~mM':houSl'~~ghteniffg@edit market, difficulty in obtaining the financing
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neces.~~~~;to complete<i.lrJ)ject, ~;.~e}1erallY poor conditions for development activity have
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resulted iria~,~p:ation where!~velopers of new housing, subdivisions, and commercial projects
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WHEREAS, tli!.Master Builders of King County and other stakeholders in the building
industry believe that bold actions are needed at all levels of government to spur housing and
economic recoveries; and
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WHEREAS, in order to prevent the expiration of development applications or approvals
during this economic downturn, extensions of the expiration dates of certain development related
applications and approvals are needed; and
WHEREAS, the expiration of a development application or approval can have significant
financial impacts to a developer and also adversely affects the fin,;:}ipCialjnstitutions and other
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investors which have provided financing in support of a develqptfferi:tfPfpposal; and
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WHEREAS, construction relatec4f!ftivity is a significantJax generator and provides much
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permit applications an4approvaf~mcluding shot(;,plats, preliminary plats, binding site plans, and
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applicati~_a(J approvals c. aid the local economy by helping the construction industry to
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WHEREAS, maintaining the viability of development applications and approvals will
also help to ensure that the development industry is in a position to respond more quickly once
favorable economic conditions return; and
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WHEREAS, the Council finds that it is in the best interest of citizens of Federal Way and
the local economy to provide flexibility and modify procedures for extending development
related applications and approval, subject to criteria; and
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations are categorically exempt from environmental
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review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) pursuant t9f'~€, 197-11-800(20); and
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WHEREAS, the draft staff report was electronicall~ffif\t~ged on July 1, 2009, to
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stakeholders and interested citizens for review and comthent;\which r~ttlted in one comment
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letter submitted by Sam Pace with the Seattle/Kin&*pimty Re<l;~tors; and 'ii., ,'"
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission propet1Y!!~p~dJfgied(J. duly noticeQiPublic hearing
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on these code amendments on July 22, 29.,Q9; and forwardeda~l:;ommendation of approval to the
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WHEREAS, the La~~:.Jse/Transport~~o~%~~i.%~<<:J_~'the Federal Way City Council
considered these c:~;;,~':!t'lt AUgUS~~"o~:, anlecommended adoption of the text
amendments as recomnie4q~fl by tij~planning Co~tssion.
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survive the economic downturn so as to preserve investments made in the development
permitting processes.
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(b) These code amendments comply with Chapter 36.70A RCW, Growth
Management.
(c) These code amendments are consistent with the intent and purpose of Title 18
FWRC and Title 19 FWRC and will implement and are consistent with the applicable provisions
( d) These code amendments bear a substantial
the
ofthe Federal Way Comprehensive Plan.
not adversely affect, the public health, safety, and welfar~pi'-
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Section 2. Conclusions. Pursuant;tg19.80 FWRC a.it?,35 FWRC, and based upon the
recitals and the findings set forth in ~~~tion-hJhe Feder:{~5t::ity Council makes the
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following Conclusions of Law with respect tqth%peCisiG~~~:BPteria necessary for the adoption
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EDG6 th~,Eitywlll encourage and support existing businesses to remain and/or
exp<i~9their facilities within Federal Way.
ED? J 5 The City will continue to implement a streamlined permitting process
consistent with state and federal regulations to reduce the upfront costs of
locating businesses in the City.
ED? J 8 The City will periodically monitor local and regional trends to be able to adjust
plans, policies, and programs.
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HP8 Consider the economic impact of all development regulations on the cost of
housing.
HP9 Maximize efficiency in the City's development review process and ensure that
unnecessary time delays and expenses are eliminated. Continue to provide
streamlined permitting processes for development that is consistent with the
FWCP and FWCC, and that has no adverse impacts.
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process by provIdmg thorough and tImely mfo~}i12n to the publIc.
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opportunity, including preapplication IV:Yy~ings\to prodfft~~Eojects that can be
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impact local land development and lf~i!mg-related indu~ttl$ by modifying development
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that housing c~.~~ain rea'tic.
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Section 3. .Ki'}K~~ttion is added to chapter 18 FWRC to read as follows:
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18.05.090 Lap~~ of Approval- Time Extension
(1) Application. No less than 60 days prior to lapse of approval under FWRC
18.30.260 and FWRC 18.35.220. or prior to lapse of approval of any precedine time
extension l!ranted under this section. the applicant may submit a written request in
the form of a letter with supportine documentation to the department of community
development services reQuestine extension of those time limits of UP to two years.
(2) Criteria. An extension request shall satisfy the folio wine criteria to be
approved:
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(a) Except for the first reauest for time extension. the applicant has made
substantial proeress to complete the plat~
(b) There are circumstances beyond the applicant's control which prevent
compliance with the time limits of FWRC 18.30.260. 18.35.220. or any previouslv
eranted extension~
(c) The extension will not create or continue conditions that constitute a code
violation or an attractive nuisance. contribute to erosion and sedimentation
roblems. or im act the ublic health safet and welfare. and
(d) Whether either phvsical conditions in the vicin~ig""t4he plat or codes and
re uirements of the cit a licable a encies and utilit.. .",/.%foviders have chan ed to
h d .. . . I I h. Id b iW,.0:rj'"",... h bli. t t
a suc a eeree SIllce IllltIa approva t at It wou >>.;;,~~on~l~v to t e PU c III eres
to extend the life of the plat. includine but not limi~ to su~factors as:
i. Whether the adoption of new c&des..ltnd/or sil'&tards would
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substantially ~~fect proJect lavout a~~ st~r~dfaIlla7e desIen~"'%f,~.~",:
1I. The adeauacv of mltIeatum and/or Impact fees to ,.,..~ss the cost
of mitieation at the end of the expiratiori:b~kod~ ...:.~..>>
.......... ...............,>>
ill. Whether the delaved proiea:~JlniUiut~diment to other
devel~pment proiects in the vi~initv as a resulfo!~~~:ffic concurrency reserved
capacItv.":.;",,.:::::::)::
The director may conditidif:ithe.,.extension rea1iij~tto satisfy criteria (c) and (d)
as appropriate. "1i';*JI.~,::::::;(/
In order to demonstrate co.d'Dlia;ta&Jhe critej' of FWRC 18.05.090(2).
the applicant may also provide periihenctJij'ctt1W"iitjation of financial backine. lease
acceptance. or o!~~f.!:~~::commitme~~ecured bJiiie developer and/or aeent as
well as applicable proiet.ftimelines witltmilestones and dates of anticipated
completion.::::::::::::::::::::::::.:::::: .:'?&;
(3) Fee. fhe~tiblicantitiall include wi~e letter of reauest the hourlv fee as
:~:a~~.~~~~~~V:::lti~Ii~~ilWq.~::~$~~J6t be accepted unless it is accompanied bv
?~:; 7, Review%, ,.:ir~ s. E~~hre uest for extension will be reviewed and decided u on
~fI. the directorcr~Ommurii.ty:'deVelopment services who may erant UP to a two-year
4n;;'~.nsion s of a .,~~: I.}
~~ eats. An'}"~<<rson~: rieved b the rantin or den in of a re uest for a
time l"Gltsion unde~is section may appeal that decision. The appellant must file a
letter o~"~~ in~!JftiD1! ho~ this ~ecision a.flects the a~pellant's property and
presentme aU:rlaelevant material or mformatlOn supportme the appellant's
contention. ifii"a'ilDeal will be heard and decided upon usine the appeal process
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described in FWRC 18.30.140 et sea. Anv short plat time limit. pursuant to Chapter
36.70B RCW. upon the city's processine and decision upon applications under this
title may. except as otherwise specifically stated in this title. may be modified bv a
written aereement between the applicant and the director of community
development services.
(6) Retroactive aoolicahilitv. The provisions of this section shall be retroactive to
active and valid short plat. bindine site plan. and preliminary plat applications.
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Section 4. A new section is added to chapter 19 FWRC to read as follows:
19.15.075 Final decisions and effect of the decision
Upon a decision becomin2 final, the applicant may en2:a2e in activity based on the
decision, provided applicable permits have been approved.
(a) Director. Decisions of the Director of Community Development Services
become final subject to the followin2:
(1) If a written notice of appeal is received within th~jlppeal period, the
decision shall not become final until the appeal process is:~offiiJlete and the city
issues a final decision.,:;.
(2) If no appeal is submitted within the 14-cal~6da't~tI~v appeal period. the
decision sh.all become fmal on the first calendar .davrollowii~.~~~ expiration of the
appeal penod.A~10!:,\:j@
(b) H earinf! Examiner. If a decision of th~;!tea:ririf! examiner isU~~:fmal decision of
the citv, it may be reviewed under FWR<;:,!~i9. 70.260. Where the hea~~J;;e~~miner's
decision is not the fina~ deci~ion of the cf{~!~f~dec~si~~ma~ be appeal!Junder
FWRC 19.70.170 and IS sub.ect to subsectIow&:21.ottbis~e.ctIon./
(1 ) Af!encv decision appeals. The decisioWfi~'the hearin2 examiner on an
a2encv decision appeal is the firull decision of the>"~~tfv.~,excePt where the proposed
project involves:> ....;Wf{1~1~~;!:;. .'
i. An approval, otheith~~~ite plan ap;6~~:at involvin2 a school
(FWRC 19.195.100), a communitvt~creifti~jt~r:~a (FW~C 19.195.120), a
20vernment facilitv (FWRC 19.195.1~0),~bubUCilti~tv (FWRC 19.195.140), or a
public park (F"'.~.t?5.160) locaii~in an SE(sfiburban estates). RS (sin2Ie-
family residential), or.~imultifamilv)zone~ or
.;;4Hff"&>i\ site PbUt approval fota public utilitv located in a BN
(nei2hborhoodffiS:iness)J<<:C (communitibrisiness), or OP (office park) zone.
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." iii. Mi;.wA:r;aDD:~a@;U;Bder.,EWRC Titles 14 and 15.
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:t:(2)~t~~~~ases*~~ases notiSUlfiect to subsection (1) of this section. decisions
QfJhe hearinl!examiner~6ieeQme fmal:
./;. i.lt~?appral~;the hearin2 examiner's decision is submitted within
tll~~!?peal period,o~.~he fir~~ttalendar day followin2 the expiration of the 14-
caIeijfJ.~~-dav appeahperiod~'
:f.;. ii. If a:'NVritten notice of appeal of the hearin2 examiner's decision is
receivedW~!~~n the~DDeal period. when the city issues a final decision after the
appeal processis.c6mplete.
Section 5. FWR..C 18.05.080 shall be amended to read as follows:
18.05.080 Application cancellation.
ill If an applicant for a boundary line adjustment, lot line elimination, binding site plan,
short subdivision plat, preliminary plat, final plat, alteration of plat, or vacation of
subdivision fails to provide additional information to the city within 180 days of being
notified by mail that such information is requested, the application shall be deemed null
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and void and the city shall have no duty to process, review, or issue any decision with
respect to such an application.
(2) Extension request. No less than 30 days prior to the lapse ofthe 180-dav
notification bv the city under FWRC 18.05.080(1). the applicant for a short plat.
bindint! site plan. or preliminary plat application(s) may submit a written request in
the form of a letter with supportine evidence to the department reQuestint! an
extension of the 180-dav time limits and documentint! the followint!:
a That circumstances be ond the a licant's control r.event com liance with
the time limits of FWRC 18.05.080(1 ); "ii~~-?-"""
That the a licant is makin substantial ro re~h res ~ndin to the
request for information so that review of the applicat.(tjit~f.m be furthered when that
information is submitted; and .C"'''$6c
c The number of additional calendar da sn:ec~~sar t04~., ,.de the re uested
information. .....)6..............\. "";i_i<
(3) Review process. A request for an extensiriit to theJ80-dav time Bt"willbe
reviewed and decided u on b the direci8t::tiased onres onses to crirx~~ FWRC
18.05.080(2). _:':::;:;:;:;::::::::",,:::::::;::: "." /){.
(4) Retroactive applicabilitv. Administrative ext~~!.n to the 180-dav time limit shall
be retroactive to those valid bindine site plan. shrirtSubdivision. and preliminary
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plat applications currently un elf~eVlew.i
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Section 6. FWRC 1830.260 shall be\n.c e:c1t_.~f1<i as fol16zts:
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18.30.260 Effect 7Sbnrt~lat dDuratd.t I'pprovat gy'
(1) Short pla,l:~pprovat$l1}ln expire on~Jive year~ f~om the date of the director of
communityf1e:vt~Bpment s~rrices approvaJ~2a~.9 approval shall constitute acceptance of
short subdivisiori4~Y9ut an.W9..~sign and shatl~~/, cIude all conditions, restrictions, and
other requirementst~ID.redb.Yibi}:dif~~tQr.Jf community development services as part of
shom_~_~Jl appi6;;hCity~ppf6Vfrl~f a short subdivision shall not constitute
~'oval for%~_Jt?aririgQRgra.ding, vegetation removal, or any other activities which
/6ierwise requirl~_its fi6mtQ(;i:tity.
'},!"%~".~l Prior to const~rijti.on of..ithp~ovements pursuant to short plat approval, engineering
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dni~ii~ for public i.overrients shall be submitted for review and approval to the
depaJ~1:?fpublic 'rks, L~ehaven ut~lity dis~rict, and city of Tacoma pu~lic utilities
departme~~9 perr# to begm construction or Site work shall be granted until final
approval of_t~Jjtyplans, including storm drainage; the payment of all pertinent fees;
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and the submit~rX:lf performance securities as may be required.
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Section 7. FWRC 18.35.220 shall be amended to read as follows:
18.35.220 Duration of approval.
Preliminary plat approval shall expire five years from the date of city council approval,
unless the applicant requests an extension as provided in FWRC 18.05.090. from the
hearing examiner. The request for extension ITRlst be submitted to the department of
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community de'v'elopment ser','ices at least 60 days prior to the expiration date of the
preliminary plat.
The department of cormnunity development services shall schedule and advertise a public
hearing in accordance v/ith FWRC 18.35.100. In considering whether to grant the
extension, the hearing examiner shall consider the follov/ing in the public hearing:
(1) Whether substantial progress has been made tmvard completion of the entire plat, or
the initial phase of the plat, if the preliminary approval included phasing.
(2) '}/hether conditions in the vicinity of the subdivision have cJlnged to a sufficient
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Section 8. FWRC 19.15.050 shall be amendedI4:fg;a.~fOIlOWS"'
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19.15.050 App~cation.canceUat~on. .<<\il. i:?\: . :~/
ill If an applIcant falls to proVIde addItlOnall~ftr..m~:l&tontq the CIty wItb.in 180 days of
being notified by mail that such information is reqi.i~d, the application shall be deemed
null and void and the city shall h<+X,~ no duty to proc~S~~]f~view, or issue any decisions
wr.th respect to such an applr'catI'0;,;0M>. .::.
1~z:;;..8i80~~;;~~;_ . "::;:;:::;::::::::::'.
(7) Eu.ension req~est. No less tH~W~=*J~prior to th~!'!~~~e of the IS0-d~v
notIficatIOn bv the Cltv under FWRC 19.1'5~$.f)il). the aJ)plicant may submit a
written re uest in the form of a lett~, wi~U'l'1'''~ttm. //. Vidence to the de artment
reQuestine an extelislon:of the time limi~'and doc'%:'>0ents the followine:
(a) Th~tcircuOl~t~fices bevond"tJ1e applica~t's control prevent compliance
with the timetimits of FWl1C 19.15.050ffU~ .
(b) ThattReapplieant is makine s&"-mfantial proeress in respondine to the
reQuest!()~infornii~~~s()tb.a~'~~y:i~~()f:1he application can be furthered when that
informafioll.iS~llbmitfe.(t~ and . ...:.....:..:.:.::...:...:.:.:.::.
.? (c) Theii~!J:ber6t'~~..utional calendar days necessary to provide the
<~~uested inform~~!()n.<).
f~)Review orocifsWA requeSt for an extension to the ISO-dav time limit will be
revie",~ and decide~upon bv the director based on responses to criteria is FWRC
19.15J}5!:(~).}
(4) ReiFd(J(;tive a01!licabilitv. Administrative extension to the ISO-dav time limit
shall be retro~~~~yeto those valid Process I. II. III. or IV applications currently
under review.}.
Section 9. FWRC 19.15.100 shall be amended to read as follows:
19.15.100 Lapse of approval- Generally.
(l) Use Process L The applicant must substantiallv complete construction for the
development activity. use of land. or other actions aoproved and complete the
applicable conditions listed in the Process I decision within one year after the final
decision of the city on the matter. or the decision becomes void. If a land use Detition
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is fIled under Chapter 36. JOC RCW in Kin2: County superior court. the time limits
of this section are automatically extended bv the len2:th of time between the
commencement and final termination of that liti2:ation.
(2) Use Process II. III. and I~ An applicant must begin construction or submit to the
city a complete building permit application for the deyelopment activity, use of land or
other actions 'lIithin one year after the final decision approving the matter, or the decision
becomes void. The applicant must substantially complete construction for the
development activity, use of land, or other actions approved anqFomplete the applicable
conditions listed in the Use Process II. III. and IV decision)Yithifif;ive years after the
final decision of the city on the matter, or the decision becHm~s void: If a land use
petition is filed under Chapter 36.70C RCW in King C9qntY~RPtrior court, the time
limits of this section are automatically extended by th~.,jengthdf::Mwe between the
commencement ~nd final termination o.f that liti~f~Rt(the devetqp~~nt ~ctivity, ~se of
land, or other actIon approved under this chapt,pfAhc1uaes phased cO~~M<.:tlOn, the time
limits of this section may be extended in th~&~fbsion oq the applicatioiHtpgllo)Y for
completion of subsequent phases. c:f~?,!!;~'t~:!;, A?>h/"",i'
Section 10. FWRC 19.15.100 shall be amended tcr'l!as follows:
19.15.110 Lapse of approval- tim~~!.tension. ."~i{_t~~"h' .
(1) Application. No l~ss than 30"~~vsi!8TIl?Lto t.he lap?flf,pproval under FWRC
19.15.100 for substantially complet~2: con~l1J~tl~n or PJtlor to lapse of approval for
any proceedin2: time extension 2:rani~~ un.derthl~~~~tion. the,an applicant may
submit a written aJ?,l~U~~,Jl request inlb..#form of al...€. Her with supporting
c:,,,~"Z.-(.:;:%ii'b"";?:; "-'-. _--
documentation/.~the de~ent requesti~g a one time extension of those time limits of
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up to two veav.s~~p.e year. %.fig \\
(2) Criteria. t~g~uestj~hst demonstrat~jJlrit the applicant is making substantial
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theti~Uli~it&&iFWRcft'L5.100; A~ extension reQuest shall satisfv the followin2:
i'< .<'"*,f&., '. ,.
. crIterIa to be approved: "'if~}lMf'
::.1\ a Exce tf6~!he fir~~ uest for time extension the a licant has made
subs~~ial pro2:ress~~ comvleted the proiect
:(~:!!here are~lrcumstances beyond the applicant's control which prevent
compliaiU:i.e.)Vith th~time limits of FWRC 19.15.100. or anv previously 2:ranted
extension~ ...:.{:..,.....
(c) Tht%extension will not create or continue conditions that constitute a code
violation or an-attractive nuisance. contribute to erosion and sedimentation
problems. or impact the public health. safety and welfare~ and
(d) Whether either physical conditions in the vicinity of the plat or codes and
requirements of the city. applicable a2:encies. and utility providers have chan2:ed to
a such a de2:ree since initial approval that it would be contrary to the public
interest to extend the life of the plat. includin2: but not limited to such factors as:
i. Whether the adoption of new codes/standards would substantially
affect proiect layout and storm draina2:e desi2:n;
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ii. The adequacy of miti2:ation and/or impact fees to address the cost
of miti2:ation at the end of the expiration period;
iii. Whether the delayed proiect is an impediment to other
development proiects in the vicinity as a result of traffic concurrency reserved
capacity.
The director may condition the extension request to satisfy criteria (c) and (d)
as appropriate.
In order to demonstrate com liance with the criteria Q FWRC 19.15.110 2
the applicant may also provide pertinent documentation 0 :. ' Wancial backin2:. lease
acce tance or other such commitments secured b the.Li.~elo er and/or a ent as
well as a licable ro' ect timelines with milestones adt""~ of antici ated
completion. . . . . '-t" .""%0-
(3) !"ee. The appl~cant shall m~lu~e, With the 1?=t~~=?r1;~quest, d(~2~rlV .fe.e as
estabhshe~ by the City. T?e applicatIon reque~ywill not be accepte(f~~ls it is
accompamed by the reqUired hourlv fee'o:::i:: ...... 'W.,. "
. ( 4) Revie~ l!roc~ss and t~meline. An E~clj!=~~.~est aP:l~~~tion for a ti 0'/,0 ension
will be admmistratIvely reviewed and decided up,2:p,.by=!Jledq-ector who .. v 2:rant UP to
a one-year extension of time to substantially c(Hnp!~~e construction and complete
applicable conditions of appro~1 for approved lfs@{Jlrocess I application(s) after
final decision and may 2:rant u.r.~lwo-vear extensiifiof time to substantiallv
com lete construction and com llif[~~z" ". ble conditi6ds=o(a roval for a roved
Use Process II. ill. or IV applicati~.(s). '''~.0/. .
(5)A l A h'~' lfJll~'.~ d . f l'.
. ppe~ s. ny per~on w .0 is ag~v~00Y tffe~91--g or e~ymg.o a request lor a
tIme extensIon undcrdin1S sectiOn may a ...' 1 that des~on as provIded III FWRC
19.65.120. The.JPpellarttIH~t file a lette\of appeal ihdicating how the decision on the
time extensi9ni~ltEts the a,mpellant' s pro{~y ~nd presenting any relevant material or
information supjHttj@pg the~'lWpellant's cont~n. The appeal will be heard and decided
upon u~}9-~"processI\i;!.:.g9tStlan~'lfi8gBt$/36. 70B RCW, any time limit upon the city's
pro~:;:~m~~~~cisi6ri::q1:~m applications under this title may, except as otherwise
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~~t'ifically sfttt~1ID thisH~!tJ.~e modified by a written agreement between the applicant
..,Yii"":'d th d'. t ..,.~%; ..:r:............
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'."1r'.> Retroactive lr'. ." abilii?Extensions a roved under this section shall be
ret-rcf.~fttive only for 1";;: se active and valid Use Process I. II. III. or IV applications.
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Section fllF;W"RC 1 ~.~'l 0.270is hereby repealed as follows:
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18.30.270 Effe~ $'-' Time extension.
(1) No less thaf30 days prior to lapse of approval under FWRC 18.30.260, the applicant
may submit a \'1ritten application in the form of a letter \.vith supporting documentation to
the department of community development services requesting a one time extension of
those limits of up to one year.
(2) The applicant shall include, v/ith the letter of request, the fee as established by the city
and reasons for said request. The application 'lIill not be accepted unless it is
accompanied by the required fee.
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(3) The director of community development services may grant a one year extension of
short subdivision approyahvith an expiration date and no further opportunity for
extension.
(4) The request must demonstrate that the applicant is making substantial progress on the
approval and conditions of approval, and that there are circumstances beyond the
applicant's control '..vhich prevent compliance ':Iith the time limits ofF'NRC 18.30.260.
(5) Any person aggrieved by the granting or denying of a request for a time extension
under this section may appeal that decision. The appellant must tile a letter of appeal
:;=~~=;o::~=i::;:=SI::a:~:::;S:=~~~:~:~=
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and decided upon using the appeal process described il},,~Ef~t:'J.,8.30.140 et seq. ,~ny
~;:'~':;::==~~:':~1~6;:~ :;; ::~;:~~7d ~:l~;~itle,
be modIfied by a WrItten agreement bet\'/een th.fupphcant and the dlf~gr of corrnnumty
de'celopment ser"ices< "iJ;ia0.%
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Section 12. FWRC 16.65.110 is hereby repealed~JollQws!. }Y
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19.65.110 Effeet of the decision"}2<;,i.
Upon a decision becoming final, tl~Jii}Dl?Fcant may engag~jl1 activity based on the
decision, provided applicable perrti(t~1m_~~~~ approYed:~~fisions become final
subject to the follo'.ving:'.)&.<;Wlf~fM:t,;,/>
(1) If a written notice ofappeal is rec~~ed ,.~dfhltrtMt~ci.1 period, the decision shall not
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become final un~2--_~.~1 p~o~ess is<f~tffiplete and.1fie city issue.s a final de~i~ion.
(2) Ifno appe~~f?submI1f~.imthm the 12f;~:fa.lendar day.ap~eal penod, the decls~on shall
become fina..t~~~ fIrst c<iP-dar day foll~;~n9 the expIratIon of the appeal perIod.
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Section 13. FWRct(~AI@.~ifi~€:p-~rep.e~ied as follows:
i~I:!~t~:j!~:~.E:~';1~~c:::i:;. engage in acli'nly basL~ on the
d~~~Jon, proVIded apm~Icable mermlts have been approved. If a deCISIOn of the hearmg
exafQ.I~~[ is the finaI4!~ision:bf the city, it may be reviewed under F'NRC 19.70.260.
'Nherc~hearing ex*iiner's decision is not the final decision of the city, the decision
may be uPP~N~d undfF'.VRC 19.70.170 and is subject to subsection (2) of this section.
(1) Agcn2j'qfX;{~#Jn appeals. The decision by the hearing examiner on an agency
decision appealj.Sthe final decision of the city, except where the proposed project
involves: .
(a) An approval, other than a site plan approval, involving a school (F'NRC
19.195.100), a community recreation area (FWRC 19.195.120), a government facility
(FWRC 19.195.150), a public utility (FWRC 19.195.140), or a public park (FWRC
19.195.160) located in a SE (suburban estates), RS (single family residential), or RM
(multifamily) zone; or
(b) /'~ site plan approval for a public utility located in a EN (neighborhood
business), BC (community business), or OP (office park) zone.
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(c) SEPA appeals under FWRC Titles 14 and 15.
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Attachment 2 -
Staff Report to the Planning Commission
for the
July 22, 2009 Public Hearing with
Exhibits A through L
CITY OF
Federal Way
STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Planning Commission Meeting of July 22,2009
Amendments to Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC)
Title 18 - Subdivisions and
Title 19 - Permits and Review Processes
Federal Way File No. 09-101017-00-UP
Report prepared by Senior Planner Deb Barker
I. PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT
The proposed text amendments are intended to aid in economic recovery by providing flexibility
with increases to extension deadlines and approvals for a variety of applications. In addition, vesting
for land use applications is proposed to be clarified
[I. BACKGROUND
Due in large part to the national economic recession, the regional housing market has severely
declined and the ability for (commercial and home) builders and developers to secure credit from
financial institutions has become considerably more difficult. The local building industry has been
significantly impacted by these issues and is faced with the on-going threat of job losses and
business closures in land development and housing related industries.
Stakeholders in the building industry believe that bold actions are needed at all levels of government
to spur housing and economic recoveries. One of the actions suggested by the Master Builders of
King County as part of a housing stimulus plan at the local level includes extending the time period
applicants have to submit an application for a complete final subdivision or short subdivision
approval. Taking this action may allow home builders increased opportunities for debt recovery and
provide the time needed to obtain financing and complete construction. In addition to extending time
limits for subdivisions, the City believes that extending time limits for land use permits can further
the recovery of the industry and improve some inconsistencies in the existing codes.
Vesting is a term that signifies the point at which a project is guaranteed the codes upon which a
project must be designed and processed. The city's codes currently establish vesting at various
points, leading to inconsistency and confusion. Staff's proposal to establish vesting of land use
permits and approvals at the point of submitting a complete application, consistent with subdivision
applications, I also provides the building industry the certainty that codes would not be changed in
mid-process, potentially impacting their application. It is in this spirit that this code amendment is
prepared
I Vesting tor subdivision applications is covered under RCW 58.17.033.
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The current Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) includes the following expiration timelines and
points of vesting:
Type of Permit Summarized Current Time Line Vesting Date
Preliminary plat City code requires that responses for additional information be At complete
provided within 180 days of the request, or an application can application
be considered void. Preliminary plat applications expire five
years from date of approvaL The Hearing Examiner can grant a
one-time, one-year extension. Recorded preliminary plats vest
for five years from date of recording.
Short plat and BSP City code requires that responses for additional information be At complete
provided within 180 days of the request, or an application can application
be considered void. Short plat applications expire one year
following director approval. The director can grant a one-time,
one-year extension.
Process I,. n, III, IV City code requires that responses for additional information be At date of complete
provided within 180 days of the request, or an application can building permit
be considered void. The applicant must submit a complete application or of
building permit within one year ofland use approval or the land use approval
approval expires. The project must be constructed within one
and five years following approval with one-time, one-year
extension or the application expires.
Building Permit Under the International Building Code (IBe) a complete Complete
building permit application shall expire within 180 days. application
Extensions up to 90 days are available subject to written
request with justifiable cause demonstrated. Building permit
applications toll until the SEP A appeal period concludes.
Issued building permits also expire 180 days from issuance.
Extensions up to 180 days are available subject to written
requests and justifiable cause demonstrated. 2
Summary ofEXlshn Code
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III. SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS
The following is a summary of the proposed amendments.
Subdivisions - FWRC Title 18:
(a) City code currently requires that responses for additional information be provided within 180
days of the request, or an application can be considered void The purpose of this amendment is
to provide an extension of that time line while ensuring that the applicant has not abandoned the
project. 3 Staff recommends administrative extens ions to the 180-da y time line for resubmitting
additional information for short plats, binding site plans, and preliminary plats subject to
criteria and situational conditions. A nominal fee would be required with the extension request.
The administrative extensions to the 180-day timeline would be retroactive to those subdivision
applications currently under review (Exhibit A - FWRC /8.05.080 Application Cancelation).
(b) City codes currently require that a short plat be completed within one year of approval or the
short plat expires. The purpose of this amendment is to extend the short plat construction
timeline so that it is consistent with the five years of time allowed for construction of a
2 IBC related information from IBC 105.3.2 and IBC 105.5 is provided lor reference only. No changes to any IBC provision are
proposed with this code amendment.
It is proposed that the number and timeline of 180 day extensions provided for pending preliminary plats, short plats, and
binding site plan applications be based on compliance with criteria.
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preliminary plat. Staff recommends that approval deadlines for short plat applications increase
from one year to five years (Exhibit B - FWRC /8.30.260 Short plat duration approval).
(c) Currently, all infrastructure such as roads and utilities required for those preliminary plat, short
plat, or binding site plan applications4 that have received preliminary approval must be installed
within a specific timeline from the date of preliminary approval. The City code currently
provides only a one-time, one-year extension of these time lines, and requires that the Hearing
Examiner review preliminary plat extension requests. This amendment proposes to increase the
extension time line from one year to two years for all short plat and preliminary plat
applications, and allow additional extension opporttmities for those short plat and preliminary
plat projects that have been approved but are not completed within the required timeline. It is
further proposed that the Director of Community Development Services would review and
grant each extension request subject to circwmtances and compliance with criteria,s and it is
proposed that this extension opportunity be made retroactive in order to address those active
and valid preliminary plat, short plat, and BSP applications that have received preliminary
approval, have received their only extension opportunity, and face expiration as they are still
not completed Staffrecommends that two-year extension opportunities shall be available for
approved short plats, binding site plans, and preliminary plat applications subject to criteria and
administrative review; and appealable to the Hearing Examiner. The extensions shall be
retroactive to those active and valid projects granted preliminary plat, short plat, or binding site
plan approval (Exhibit C - FWRC /8.05.090 Lapse of Approval- Time Extension).
(d) Currently, city code requires that approved short plats be completed within one year of
approval or the short plat expires- As noted in (b) above, short plat timelines are recommended
to be consistent with preliminary plat timelines, and extended from one year to five years. The
five-year timeline reference is proposed as 18.30.260 to the "Subdivisions in General" section
of the FWRC. The one-year timeline reference would therefore be deleted from the short
subdivision portion of the FWRC Staff recommends that in order to provide for a consistent
subdivision completion timeline shown in FWRC 18.05.090, Duration of Approval, the section
known as FWRC 18.30.270 would be deleted (Exhibit D - Deletes FWRC 18.30.270 Effect-
Time Extension).
(e) Currently, extension provisions are individually located in short plat and preliminary plat
sections of the FWRC. As noted in (c) above, the subdivision code is proposed to be modified
to allow for consistent timeline and extension opportunities for short plats and preliminary
plats. Staff recommends that in order to consolidate time line and extension opportunities for
preliminary plats, timeline and extension references in FWRC 1835.220 would be moved to
FWRC 18.05.090, Duration of Approval (Exhibit E - FWRC /8.35.120 Duration of Approval).
Permits and Review Processes - FWRC Title 19:
(a) As noted above, vesting is a term that signifies the point at which a project is guaranteed the
codes upon which a project must be designed and processed. The city's codes currently
establish Use Process I, II, III, and IV land use applications vesting at the time a land use
decision is issued, while subdivision applications vest at the time of a complete application. 6
The proposal to establish land use permits vesting at the point of submitting a complete
4 Binding site plans are processed under the provisions of short subdivision per FWRC 18.20.020.
5 The number of extension opportunities for approved preliminary plats, short plats, and binding site plans shall be based on
compliance with criteria.
6 Vesting for subdivision applications are covered under RCW 58.17.033.
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application would make vesting milestones consistent with subdivision provisions. Applications
that are not complete when submitted require that more information be submitted Those Use
Process applications would vest after required information is provided and a letter of
completeness is issued by the City. An applicant would not be able to alter or choose vesting
dates without formally withdrawing a current land use application. To eliminate inconsistency
and confusion, staff recommends that the vesting of Use Process t II, HI, and IV applications
be changed from land use approval to the date the application is determined to be complete. It is
also recommended that Use Process applications that require additional information to be
considered complete would not vest until after determined complete based on a letter of
completeness. A complete land use application will be defined, and vesting rights would not be
waivable (Exhibit F - FWRC /9./5.045 Use Process - Completeness of Applications).
(b) City code currently requires that responses for additional information be provided within 180
days of the request, or an application can be considered void. The purpose of this amendment is
to provide an extension of that timeline while ensuring that the applicant has not abandoned the
project. Administrative extensions to the 180-day timeline for resubmitting additional
information would be available subject to criteria and situational conditions; would be subject
to a nominal fee; and if approved, would be retroactive for valid Process I, II, III, or IV
applications.7 Staff recommends administrative extensions to the 180-day timeline for
resubmitting additional information for Use Process I, II, III, and IV applications subject to
criteria and situational conditions, and subject to a nominal fee. Administrative extensions to
the 180-day timeline would be retroactive to valid Process I, II, Ill, and IV land use
applications currently under review (Exhibit G - FWRC /9./5.050 Application Cancelation).
(c) Language discussing "final decisions" and '<effects of the decision" is located in both sections
on Use Process III and Use Process IV. In an effort to consolidate duplicative language, this
amendment proposes to consolidate and relocate this language into the '<permits and review
processes" section so that it is applicable to all Use Process I, ll, m, and IV applications. Staff
recommends that duplicative language on final decisions and effects of the decision be merged
and moved to the Permits and review processes section (Exhibit H - FWRC /9./5.075 Final
decisions and effect of the decision).
(d) Currently, an applicant for a Process I, II, HI, or IV application must begin construction or
submit to the city a complete building permit application for development activity, use of land,
or other actions within one year of the final decision, or the decision becomes void. In addition,
the applicant must substantially complete the construction for the development activity, use of
land, or other actions and complete the applicable conditions in the decision within five years
after the final decision or the decision becomes void. The purpose of this amendment is to
eliminate the timeline for submitting a complete building permit application for approved
Process II, III, and IV applications since work approved under these applications is typically
more complex and a timeline to submit a building permit is not practicaL The amendment
further proposes to allow five years to complete work following the Process II, III, or IV
decision. In contrast, Process I applications focus on a limited aspect of the project,. are
typically less complicated, and thus do not require additional time limit extensions to complete
the work. Staff recommends that the applicant substantially complete construction for the
development activity, use of land, or other actions approved and complete the applicable
conditions listed in the decision within one year of the Process I decision, or within five years
7. It is proposed that the number and timeline of 180-day extensions provided lor Use Process L IT, IlL and IV applications be
based on compliance with criteria
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of the Process II, III, or IV decision, or those decisions become void (Exhibit f - FWRC
/9./5./00 Lapse of Approval - Generally).
(e) Currently, city code provides a one-time extension of only one year for an applicant to
complete all of the work approved under a Use Process I, II, III, and IV decision following the
initial one year construction timeline. The purpose of this amendment is to provide greater
flexibility for developers and builders by increasing extension timelines from one year to two
years for all Process II, III, and IV applications that have been approved but are not completed
within the required time line. The amendment also proposes that the Director of Community
Development Services review and grant each extension request subject to circumstances and
compliance with criteria, 8 and that this extension opportunity be made retroactive in order to
address active land use applications that have received preliminary approval, received their
only extension opportunity and, face expiration as they are still not completed. As previously
noted, Use Process I applications are typically less complicated, and generally do not require
additional time limit extensions to complete the work. Staff recommends that one year
extension opportunities be available for approved Process I applications subject to criteria and
administrative review; that two-year extension opportunities be available for approved Process
n, III, and IV applications subject to criteria and administrative review; and appealable to the
Hearing Examiner. Extension provisions would be retroactive to valid and active land use
Process I, II, III, and IV applications currently under review (Exhibit J - FWRC /9./5.//0
Lapse of Approval - Time Extension).
(t) CWTently, the effect of a Process III decision is referenced in FWRC 19.65.110. As noted in (c)
above, in order to eliminate duplicative code provisions and ensure that the effect of decision is
consistent for all use process decisions, it is recommended that FWRC 19.65.110 Effect of
decision be deleted as it is moved to FWRC 19.15.075 (Exhibit K - Deletes FWRC /9.65.1lO
Effect of the decision).
(g) Currently, the effect of a Process IV decision is referenced in FWRC 19.70. 160. As noted in C
above, in order to eliminate duplicative code provisions and ensure that the final decision and
effect of decision is consistent for all use process decisions, it is recommended that FWRC
19.70.160 Final decisions and effect of decision be deleted as it is moved to FWRC 19.15.075
(Exhibit L - Deletes FWRC /9.70.160 Final decisions and effect of the decision).
IV. PROCEDURAL SUMlVlARY
The Project is procedurally exempt from State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A) review under
WAC 197 -11-800( 19) (Procedural Actions). Public Notice of the July 22, 2009, public hearing was
published and posted on July 4,2009, in accordance with the City's procedural requirements. There
were no public comments.
V. DECISIONAL CRITERIA
FWRC 19.80.130 provides criteria for zoning text amendments. The following section analyzes the
compliance of the proposed zoning text amendments with the criteria provided by FWRC 19.80.130. .
The City may amend the text of the FWRC only if it finds that:
g The number of extension opportunities for approved Use Process I, II, III, and IV applications shaU be based on compliance
with criteria.
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1. The proposed amendments are consistent with the applicable provisions of the
comprehensive plan.
The proposed FWRC zoning text amendments are consistent with the following goals and
policies contained in the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan (FWCP):
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Develop an efficient and timely development review process based on a publidprivate
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Maximize efficiency of the development review process.
The City will encourage and support existing businesses to remain and/or expand their
facilities within F ederal Way.
The City will continue to implement a streamlined permitting process consistent with
state and federal regulations to reduce the upfront costs of locating businesses in the
City.
The City will periodically monitor local and regional trends to be able to adjust plans,
policies, and programs.
Consider the economic impact of all development regulations on the cost of housing.
Maximize efficiency in the City's development review process and ensure that
unnecessary time delays and expenses are eliminated.. Continue to provide streamlined
permitting processes for development that is consistent with the FWCP and FWCC
(sic), and that has no adverse impacts.
Encourage community input, where appropriate, into the development permit process
by providing thorough and timely information to the public.
Continue to assist developers with housing proposals at the earliest possible
opportunity, including preapplication meetings to produce projects that can be
reviewed quickly and maximize their ability to receive permits.
2. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to public health, safety, or
welfare.
The proposed FWRC text amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public
health, safety, or welfare because it responds to current national economic conditions
that impact local land development and housing related industries by modifying
development regulations to provide for flexibility during the development review
process that is not provided in the current code; and clarifies and refines various related
codes in order to increase the efficiency of the development review process.
3. The proposed amendment is in the best interest of the residents of the City.
Approval of the proposed code amendment would benefit the City as a whole as it provides for
flexibility in development review timelines, which results in continued development within the
City, thus aiding the local economy, and ensuring that housing costs remain realistic.
VI. PLANNING COMMISSION REvmw AND ACTION
Pursuant to FWRC 19.80.050(b), the City Council may review City-initiated changes to the text of
the zoning code from time to time at the Council's discretion. The Planning Commission is being
asked to review the proposed changes to the zoning code and forward a recommendation to the City
CounciL FWRC Chapter 19.80, "Process VI Review," establishes a process and criteria for zoning
code text amendments. Consistent with Process VI review, the role of the Planning Commission is to
review and evaluate the zoning code text regarding any proposed amendments; to determine whether
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the proposed zoning code text amendment meets the criteria provided by FWRC 19.80.130; and to
forward a recommendation to City Council regarding adoption of the proposed zoning code text
amendment. Consistent with the provisions of FWRC 19.80.240, the Planning Commission may take
the following actions regarding the proposed zoning code text amendments:
1. Recommend to City Council adoption of the FWRC text amendments as proposed;
2. Modify the proposed FWRC text amendments and recommend to City Council adoption of
the FWRC text amendments as modified;
3. Recommend to City Council that the proposed FWRC text amendments not be adopted; or
4. Forward the proposed FWRC text amendments to City Council without a recommendation.
VII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based on the above staff analys is and decis ional criteria, staff recommends that the following
amendment to FWRC Title 18 Subdivisions and FWRC Chapter 19.15 Permits and Review
Processes as outlined in Section II above be recommended for approval to the City CounciL
1. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit A, to FWRC 18.05.080, Application Cancelation
2. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit B, to FWRC 18.30.260, Short Plat Duration
Approval
3. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit C, to FWRC 18.05.090, Lapse of Approval- Time
Extension
4. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit D, to FWRC 18.30.270, Effect - Time Extension
5. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit E, to FWRC 18.35_220, Duration of Approval
6. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit F, to FWRC 19.15.045, Completeness of
Applications
7. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit G, to FWRC 19.15.050, Application Cancelation
8. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit H, to FWRC 19.15.075, Final Decisions and Effect
of the Decision
9. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit I, to FWRC 19.15.100, Lapse of Approval-
Generally
10. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit J, to FWRC 19.15.110, Lapse of Approval- Time
Extension
II. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit K, to FWRC 19.65.110, Effect of the Decision
12. Amendments as set forth in Exhibit L, to FWRC 19.70.160, Final Decisions and Effect
of the Decision
EXHIBITS
Exhibit A, to FWRC 18-05.080, Application Cancelation
Exhibit S, to FWRC 18.30.260, Short Plat Duration of Approval
Exhibit C, to FWRC 18.05.090, Lapse of Approval- Time Extension
Exhibit D, to FWRC 18-30.270, Effect - Time Extension
Exhibit E, to FWRC 18.35.220, Duration of Approval
Exhibit P, to FWRC 19.15.045, Completeness of Applications
Exhibit G, to FWRC 19.15.050, Application Cancelation
Exhibit H, to FWRC 19.15.075, Final Decisions and Effect of the Decision
Exhibit I, to FWRC 19.15.100, Lapse of Approval- Generally
Exhibit J, to FWRC 19.15.110, Lapse of Approval - Time Extension
Exhibit K, to FWRC 19.65.110, Effect of the Decision
Exhibit L, to FWRC 19.70.160, Final Decisions and Effect of the Decision
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Proposed Text Amendments
In Relevant Part
Submitted to Planning Commission
July 22, 2009
EXHIBIT A
PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, "Subdivisions"
18.05.080 "Application Cancelation"
(City File No. 09-101017-00-UP)
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Exhibit A (pro\'ides extension to the 180-day timeline)
18_05.080 Application cancellation.
IDlf an applicant for a boundary line adjustment, lot line elimination, binding site plan, short
subdivision plat, preliminary plat, final plat, alteration of plat, or vacation of subdivision fails to provide
additional information to the city within 180 days of being notified by mail that such information is
requested, the application shall be deemed null and void and the city shall have no duty to process,
review, or issue any decision with respect to such an application.
(2) Extension request. No less than 30 days prior to the lapse of the ISO-day notification by the
city under FWRC lS.05.080(1). the applicant for a short plat. bindine site plan. or preliminary plat
application(s) may submit a written request in the form of a letter with supportine evidence to the
department requestine an extension of the 180-day time limits and documentine the followine:
(a) That circumstances beyond the applicant's control prevent compliance with the time
limits of FWRC 18.05.080(1 );
(b) That the applicant is maldne substantial proeress in respondine to the request for
information so that review of the application can be furthered when that information is submitted;
and
(c) The number of additional calendar days necessary to provide the requested information.
(3) Review process. A request for an extension to the 180-day time limit will be reviewed and
decided upon bv the director based on responses to criteria in FWRC 18.05.080(2).
(4) Retroactive applicabilitv. Administrative extension to the ISO-day time limit shall be
retroactive to those valid bindine site plan, short subdivision. and preliminary plat applications
currently under review_
(Orci No. 07-554, ~ 5(Exh. A(2)), 5-15-07; Ord. No. 00-375, ~ 5, 10-3-00. Code 2001 S 20-22.)
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, "Subdivisions"
18.30.260 "Effect - Short plat duration approval"
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Exhibit B (Short plat approval would be valid for 5 years)
18.30.260 Effect - Short plat dDuration approval-
(l) Short plat approval shall expire 6fle five year~ from the date of the director of community
development services approval. Said approval shall constitute acceptance of short subdivision layout and
design and shall include all conditions, restrictions, and other requirements required by the director of
community development services as part of short subdivision approval. City approval of a short
subdivision shall not constitute approval for land clearing or grading, vegetation removal, or any other
activities which otherwise require permits from the city.
(2) Prior to construction of improvements pursuant to short plat approval, engineering drawings for
public improvements shall be submitted for review and approval to the department of public works,
Lakehaven utility district, and city of Tacoma public utilities department No permits to begin
construction or site work shall be granted until final approval of all utility plans, induding storm
drainage; the payment of all pertinent fees; and the submittal of performance securities as may be
required
(Ord No. 07-554,9 5(Exh. A(2)), 5-l5-O7; Ord. No. 97-29l, 9 3, 4-l-97. Code 200l 920-lO6.)
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, "Subdivisions"
18.05.090 "Lapse of Approval- Time extension"
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Exhibit C (NEW section for time extension for short plat. BSP, and preliminary plat applications)
18.05.090 Lapse of approval- Time extension
(l) Application. No less than 60 davs prior to lapse of approval under FWRC 18.30.260 and
FWRC 18.35.220, or prior to lapse of approval of anv precedine time extension eranted under this
section, the applicant mav submit a written request in the form of a letter with supportine
documentation to the department of community development services requestine extension of those
time limits of up to two vears.
(2) Criteria. An extension request shall satisfy the followine criteria to be approved:
(a) Except for the first request for time extension, the applicant has made substantial
prOl!ress to complete the pla~
(b) There are circumstances bevond the applicant's control which prevent compliance with
the time limits of FWRC 18.30.260, 18.35.220, or anv previouslV l!ranted extension;
(c) The extension will not create or continue conditions that constitute a code violation or an
attractive nuisance., contribute to erosion and sedimentation problems; or impact the
public health, safety. and welfare; and
(d) Whether either phvsical conditions in the vicinity of the plat or codes and requirements of
the citv, applicable a2:encies, and utilitv providers have chaneed to such a del!ree since
initial approval that it would be contrary to the public interest to extend the life of the
plat, includinl! but not limited to such factors as:
i. Whether the adoption of new codes and/or standards would substantiallv affect
project lavout and storm drainaee desil!n;
ii. The adequacv of mitil!ation and/or impact fees to address the cost of mitieation at
the end of the expiration period;
iii. Whether the delaved project is an impediment to other development projects in the
vicinity as a result of traffic concurrencv reserved capacity.
The director mav condition the extension request to satisfy criteria (c) and (d) as appropriate.
In order to demonstrate compliance with the criteria of FWRC 18.05.090(2). the applicant mav also
provide pertinent documentation of financial backinl!, lease acceptance., or other such commitments
secured bv the developer and/or al!ent as well as applicable project timelines with milestones and
dates of anticipated completion.
(3) Fee. The applicant shall include with the letter of request the hourlv fee as established bv the
city. The request will not be accepted unless it is accompanied bv the required hourlv fee.
(4) Review process_ Each request for extension will be reviewed and decided upon bv the director
of community development services who may l!rant UP to a two-vear extension(s) of approval.
(5) Appeals. Any person aeerieved by the erantine or denvine of a request for a time extension
under this section may appeal that decision. The appellant must file a letter of appeal indicatine
how this decision affects the appellant's property and presentinl! anv relevant material or
information supportinl! the appellant's contention. The appeal will be heard and decided upon
usine the appeal process described in FWRC 18.30.140 et seq. Anv short plat time limit, pursuant
to Chapter 36.70B RCW, upon the city's processinl! and decision upon applications under this title
mav, except as otherwise specificallv stated in this title, be modified bv a written al!reement
between the applicant and the director of communitv development services.
(6) Retroactive app/icabilitv. The provisions of this section shall be retroactive to active and valid
short plat, bindine site plan, and preliminary plat applications.
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, "Subdivisions"
18.30.270 "Effect - Time extension"
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Exhibit D (Moved to 18.05.090)
18.30.270 Effect Time extension.
(1) No less than 30 days prior to lapse of approvallHlder F'NRC 18.30.260, the applicant may submit a
wnttea application in the form of a letter with supporting documentation to the department of corrununity
development services requesting a one time extension of those limits of up to one year.
(2) The applicilnt shall include, '"vith the letter of request, the fee as established by the city and reasons
f-or said request. The application will not be accepted lIDless it is accompanied by the required fee.
(3) The director of community development services may grant a one year extension of short
subdivisioa appr(Y,{al with an expiratioa date and no further opportunity f-or extension.
(1) The request ffiI:lSt demonstrate that the applicant is making substantial progress on the approval and
conditions of apf.lro','al, and that there arc circumstances beyond the ftf.lplicant' s cOlltrol which prevent
compliance "lith the time limits ofFWRC 18.30.260.
(5) Any perSOll aggrie','ed by the granting or denying of a request f-or a time extension l:lIlder this
section may appeal that decision. The appellant must file a letter of appeal indicating hO'l1 this decision
affects the appellant's property and presenting any relevant material or imormatioll supporting the
appellant's contontion. The appeal 'mll be heard and decided upon using the appeal process descnbed in
F'HRC 18.30.110 et scq. Any time limit, pursuant to Chapter 36.7GB RCW, upon the city's processing
and decision upon applications under this title may, except as otherwise specifically stated in this title, be
modified by a written agreement behveen the applicant and the director of community development
servwes.
(ani No. 07551,3 5(Exh. 1\(2)), 5 1507; Ord. No. 97 291, ~ 3, '1 1 97. Code 2001320 107.)
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 18, "Subdivisions"
18.35.220 "Duration of approval"
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18.35.220 Duration of approval.
Preliminary plat approval shall expire five years from the date of city council approval, unless the
applicant requests an extension as provided in FWRC 18.05.090. from the hearing examiner. The
request f-or extension lllU5t be submitted to the department of connnunity deyelopment ser....ices at least 60
days prior t-o the expiration date of the preliminary plat.
The department of community development services shall schedule and advertise a public hearing in
accordance '..vith FWRC 18.35.100. In oonsidering whether t-o grant the extension. the hearing examiner
shall oonsider the following in the public hearing:
(I) Whether substantial progress has been made toward completion of the entire plat. or the initial
phase of the plat, if the preliminary approval included phasing.
(2) Whether oonditions in the vicinity of the subdivision have changed t-o a suffIcient degree since
initial approval to warrant reconsideration of the preliminary plat.
The hearing examiner may grant a one year extension of preliminary plat approval or may allo',v
division of the plat into separate phases, each with an expiration date and no further opportunity for
extension.
(Ord No. 07-554, ~ 5(ExlL A(2)), 5-15-07; ant No. 97-291,93,4-1-97; Ord. No. 90-41, 9 1(16.120.10 -16.120.50),2-27-90.
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Exhibit F (Defines use process vesting)
19.15.045 Completeness of applications.
(l) Within 28 calendar days of receiving an application, the city shall determine whether the
application is complete, with reference to FWRC 19.15.040. Prior to the 28-day deadline, a letter of
completeness shall be issued indicatine the date the application is deemed complete., if the city deems
the application to be complete, or, if the city determines the application to be incomplete, the city shall
notify the applicant of what needs to be submitted for a complete application. In this written
determination, the city shall also identify, to the extent known to the city, the other agencies of local,
state, or federal government that may have jurisdiction over some aspect of the proposed development
activity. An application may be deemed complete tmder this section e'/en if the city does not provide a
written determination to the applicant as required.
(2) If an application was found incomplete and an applicant submits additional information, the city
shall notify the applicant in writine within 14 days the date '.vhether the application is deemed complete
or whether further additional information is necessary.
(3) Additional information. A determination of completeness shall not preclude the city from
requesting additional information or studies, either at the time of the letter of completeness or
subsequently, if new information is required or if there are substantial changes in the proposed action.
(4) VestinJ!. A proposed Use Process I, II, Ill. or IV application shall vest to and be considered
under the zonine code and other land use control ordinances. in effect on the land at the time a fullv
completed application for Use Process I, II. HI. or rv has been submitted to the city. In the event
that the city requests supplemental or specific information to find an application complete. the Use
Process I. II. III. or IV application shall vest to those codes in effect on the date that all requested
supplemental or specific information is submitted. A complete application shall be defined as set
forth in FWRC 19.15.040 and based on requirements in related handouts. Vested riehts shall not be
waivable pursuant to the Vested Riehts Doctrine.
(Ord. No. 09-594, ~ 19, l-6-O9. Code 200l S 22-33.5.)
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.15.045 "Completeness of applications"
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EXHIBIT G
PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.15.050 "Application cancellation"
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19.15.050 Application cancellation.
illff an applicant fails to provide additional information to the city within 180 days of being notified
by mail that such information is requested, the application shall be deemed null and void and the city shall
have no duty to process, review, or issue any decisions with respect to such an application.
(2) Extension request No less than 30 days prior to the lapse of the 180-day notification by the
city under FWRC 19.15.050(1). the applicant may submit a written request in the form of a letter
with supportinl! evidence to the department requestinl! an extension of the time limits and
documents the followinl!:
(a) That circumstances beyond the applicant's control prevent compliance with the time
limits of FWRC 19.15.050(l)~
(b) That the applicant is maldn!! substantial pro!!ress in respondinl! to the request for
information so that review of the application can be furthered when that information is submitted;
and
(c) The number of additional calendar days necessary to provide the requested information.
(3) Review process. A request for an extension to the 180-day time limit will be reviewed and
decided upon by the director based on responses to criteria in FWRC 19.15.050(2).
(4) Retroactive applicabilitv. Administrative extension to the 180-day time limit shall be
retroactive to those valid Process I, II. III. or IV applications currently under review.
(Ord No. 97-291, ~ 3,4-1-97. Code 2001 ~ 22-34.)
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.15.075 "Final decisions and effect of the decision"
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Exhibit H (NEWSECTION combining "'Final decisions and effect of the decision" and moving it from Process III and IV
sections to section 19. 15 - Use process overview)
19.15.075 Final decisions and effect of the decision
Upon a decision becomin1! final. the applicant mav en1!a1!e in activity based on the decision.
provided applicable permits have been approved.
(a) Director. Decisions of the Director of Community Development Services become final subject
to the followin1!:
(1) If a written notice of appeal is received within the appeal period. the decision shall not
become final until the appeal process is complete and the city issues a final decision.
(2) If no appeal is submitted within the 14-calendar-dav appeal period. the decision shall
become final on the first calendar day followin1! the expiration of the appeal period.
(b) HearinJ! Examiner. If a decision of the hearin1! examiner is the final decision of the city. it may
be reviewed under FWRC 19.70.260. Where the hearin1! examiner's decision is not the final
decision ofthe city. the decision may be appealed under FWRC 19.70.170 and is subject to
subsection (2) of this section.
(l) AJ!encv decision appeals. The decision bv the hearin1! examiner on an a1!encv decision
appeal is the final decision of the city. except where the proposed project involves:
i. An approval. other than a site plan approval, involvin1! a school (FWRC
19.195.100), a community recreation area (FWRC 19.195.120), a 1!overnment facility (FWRC
19.195.150). a public utility (FWRC 19.195.140), or a public park (FWRC 19.195.160) located in an
SE (suburban estates), RS (sin1!le-familv residential), or RM (multifamilv) zone; or
ii. A site plan approval for a public utility located in a BN (nei2hborhood business),
BC (community business), or OP (office park) zone.
Hi. SEPA appeals under FWRC Titles 14 and IS.
(2) Other cases. In cases not subject to subsection (l) of this section. decisions of the hearin1!
examiner become final:
i. If no appeal of the hearin2: examiner's decision is submitted within the appeal
period, on the first calendar day followin1! the expiration of the 14-calendar-dav appeal period;
ii. If a written notice of appeal of the hearin1! examiner's decision is received within
the appeal period, when the city issues a final decision after the appeal process is completr
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PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.15.100 "Lapse of approval - Generally"
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Exhibit I (Establishes the time that Use Process I, IL III, and [V applications are valid)
19_15.100 Lapse of approval- Generally.
(l) Use Process l The applicant must substantially complete construction for the development
activity. use of land. or other actions approved and complete the applicable conditions listed in the
Process I decision within one year after the final decision of the city on the matter. or the decision
becomes void. If a land use petition is filed under Chapter 36.70C RCW in Kin2 County superior
court, the time limits of this section are automatically extended by the len2th of time between the
commencement and final termination of that Uti2ation.
(2) Use Process II. Ill. and IV. ,^.n applicant nmst begin construction or submit to the city a complete
building permit application for the deyeloptneRt activity, use of land or other actions 'Nithin one year after
the final decision appnwing the matter, or the decision becomes void- The applicant must substantially
complete construction for the development activity, use ofland, or other actions approved and complete
the applicable conditions listed in the Use Process 11.01. and IV decision within five years after the
final decision of the city on the matter, or the decision becomes void- If a land use petition is filed under
Chapter 36.7OC RCW in King County superior cowt, the time limits of this section are automatically
extended by the length of time between the commencement and final tennination of that litigation. If the
development activity, use of land, or other action approved under this chapter includes phased.
construction, the time limits of this section may be extended in the decision on the application, to allow
for completion of subsequent phases.
(Ord No. 09-594, ~ 23, 1-6-09. Code 2001 ~ 22-39.)
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EXHIBIT J
PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS
Federal Way Revised Code (PWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes "
19.15.110 "Lapse of approval- Time extension"
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Exhibit J (Time extension for Use Process applications)
19.15.110 Lapse of approval - Time extension.
(1) Application. No less than 30 days p.Prior to the lapse of approval under FWRC 19.15.1 00 for
substantiallv completin1! construction or prior to lapse of approval for any proceedin1! time
extension 1!ranted under this section. the,an applicant may submit a written application request in the
form of a letter with supporting documentation to the department requesting a one time extension of those
time limits of up to two years. one year.
(2) Criteria_ The request must demonstrate that the applicant is making substantial progress on the
de.w'elopment activity, use of lan<l, or other actioIl5 approved under this chapter and that circwnstances
beyond tho appliOOflt's coatrol pre".'ent compliance '.vith the time limits of FWRC 19.15_100; An
extension request shall satisfy the followin1! criteria to be approved:
(a) Except for the first request for time extension., the applicant has made substantial
pr01!ress to complete the project~
(b) There are circumstances beyond the applicant's control which prevent compliance with
the time limits of FWRC 19.15.100, or any previously 1!ranted extension~
(c) The extension will not create or continue conditions that constitute a code violation or an
attractive nuisance, contribute to erosion and sedimentation problems, or impact the public health,
safety and welfare~ and
(d) Whether either phvsical conditions in the vicinity of the plat or codes and requirements
of the city, applicable a1!encies, and utility providers have chan1!ed to such a det!ree since initial
approval that it would be contrary to the public interest to extend the life of the plat. includin1! but
not limited to such factors as:
i. Whether the adoption of new codes/standards would substantially affect project
lavout and storm draina1!e desi1!n~
ii. The adequacy of miti1!ation and/or impact fees to address the cost of miti1!ation at
the end of the expiration period~
iii. Whether the delaved project is an impediment to other development projects in the
vicinity as a result of traffic concurrency reserved capacity.
The director may condition the extension request to satisfy criteria (c) and (d) as appropriate.
In order to demonstrate compliance with the criteria of FWRC 19.15.110(2). the applicant may also
provide pertinent documentation of financial backin1!. lease acceptance, or other such commitments
secured bv the developer and/or a1!ent as well as applicable project timelines with milestones and
dates of anticipated completion.
(3) Fee. The applicant shall include, with the letter of request, the hourlv fee as established by the city.
The application request will not be accepted unless it is accompanied by the required hourlv fee.
(4) Review process and timeline. Ail Each request application for a time extension will be
administratively reviewed and decided upon by the director who may 1!rant up to a one-year extension
of time to substantiallv complete construction and complete applicable conditions of approval for
approved Use Process I application(s) after final decision and may 1!rant up to a two-year extension
of time to substantiallv complete construction and complete applicable conditions of approval for
approved Use Process II, III, or IV application(s).
(5) Appeals. Any person who is aggrieved by the granting or denying of a request for a time extension
under this section may appeal that decision as provided in FWRC 19.65.120. The appellant must file a
letter of appeal indicating how the decision on the time extension affects the appellant's property and
presenting any relevant material or information supporting the appellant's contention. The appeal will be
heard and decided upon using process [v. Pursuant to Chapter 36.70B RCW, any time limit upon the
city's processing and decision upon applications under this title may, except as otherwise specifically
stated in this title, be modified by a written agreement between the applicant and the director.
(6) Retroactive applicabilitv. Extensions approved under this section shall be retroactive only for
those active and valid Use Process I, II, III, or IV applications.
(Ord. No. 09-594, !l24, 1-6-09. Code 2001 !l22-40_)
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Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.65.110 "Effect of the decision"
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19.65.110 Effect of the decision.
Upon a decision becoming finaL, the applicam may engage in acti',ity based on the decision, pro':ided
applicable permits have been approved. Decisions become final subject to the follO'.ving:
(I) If a ,:mtten notice of appeal is received within the appeal period, the decision shall not become final
until the appeal process is complete and the city issues a [mal decision..
(2) If no appeal is submitted \wthin the 11 calendar day appeal period, the decision shall become final
on the first calendar day following the expiration of the appeal period.
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Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, "Permits and Review
Processes"
19.70.165 "Final decisions and effect of the decision"
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Exhibit L (Move this section to 19.15 and combine with UP language)
19.70.1 eo Final deeisions and effect of the decision.
Upon a decision becoming final, the applicant may engage in activity based on the decision, provided
applicable permits have been approved [f a decision of the hearing examiner is the final decision of the
city, it may be reviewed under FWRC 19.70.260. Vlhcre the hearing examiner's decision is not the final
decision of the city, the decision may be appealed under FWRC 19.70.170 and is subject to subsection (2)
of this section.
(1) Agency dccision appeals. The decision by the hearing examiner on an agency decision appeal is the
fiaal decision of the city, except ''vhere the proposed project iw.rolves:
(a) l'Jl approval, other than a site plan appro';al, involving a school (FVlRC 19.195.100), a
cormnunity recreation area (F'NRC 19.195.120), a government facility (F'NRC 19.195.(50), a public
utility (FWRC 19.195.110), or a public park (FWRC 19.195.160) located in a SE (suburban estates), RS
(single family residential), or RM (multifamily) zone; or
(b) /'.. site plan approval for a public utility located in a BN (neighborhood business), BC
(community business), or OP (offIce park) zone.
(c) SEP,^.. appeals under FWRC Titles 11 and 15.
(2) Other cases. In cases not subject t-o subsection (l) of this section, decis ions of the hearing examiner
become final:
(a) [fno appeal ofilie hearing examiner's decision is submitted ',vithin the appeal period, on the
first calendar day follov.ring the expiration of the 11 calendar day appeal period;
(b) [fa written notice of appeal ofilie hearing examiner's decision is rccei','cd within the appeal
period, when the city issues a fmal decision after the appeal process is complete.
(Oni No. 09-594, ~ 92,1-6-09; Ord. No. 07-573, ~ 26,12-4-07; Ord. No. 00-375, S 15,10-3-00; Ord. No. 97-291, ~ 3,4-1-97;
Ord. No. 92-133, ~ 3(150.70),4-21-92; Ord No. 90-43, S 2(150.70),2-27-90. Code 2001 ~ 22-446)
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Draft Minutes of the
July 22, 2009
Planning Commission Public Hearing
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
PLANNING COMMISSION
July 22, 2009
7:00 p.m
City Hall
Council Chambers
MEETING MINUTES
Commissioners present: Merle Pfeifer, Hope Elder, Lawson Bronson, Wayne Carlson, Tom Medhurst, and
Tim O'Neil. Commissioners absent: Sarady Long (excused). Staff present: Senior Planner Margaret Clark,
Senior Planner Deb Barker, Planning Manager Isaac Comen, Public Works Deputy Director Ken Miller,
Assistant City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall, and Administrative Assistant Tina Piety.
Chair Pfeifer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of July 1, 2009, were approved as written.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
None
ADMINISTRATIVE REpORT
Ms. Piety announced that the next Planning Commission meeting will be September 16, 2009 . We will have
public hearings on two proposed code amendments.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARING - Plat & Land Use Application Time Limit Extensions and Vesting Clarification
Ms. Barker delivered the staff presentation. The intent of the proposed code amendments is to provide
flexibility in city review processes and timelines. The proposed amendments will allow more time to submit
information before an application is canceled; will allow more time to complete an approved application as
long as the applicant meets the criteria; and will give a consistent and early vesting time for applications. A
draft of the proposed amendments was given to the stakeholders group and three responses were received.
Lakehaven Utility District and ESM stated they approved of the proposed amendments. Sam Pace of the
Seattle King County Realtors sent a letter (attached) that was forwarded to the Commissioners. His main
concern was with the short plat timeline (he recommended seven years). Ms. Baker spoke to him about this
issue and he stated he did not have an opportunity to read the staff report before preparing his letter. She
explained to him that the proposed amendments increased the construction period to five years and allows for
two year extensions. Ms. Barker believes the proposed amendments address his concern about the timing of
projects. The proposed amendments will increase the time limit to five years and will allow two year
extensions as long as the criteria are met.
Public Comment
Wayne Snoey, Covington resident, Federal Way landowner, member Covington City Council- He
supports the spirit of the proposed amendments. He stated that the residential and commercial real
estate industries are in terrible shape. It is very difficult for developers to obtain funding, so
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extending the time limits will help by giving them more time to obtain funding. The real economic
stimulus will happen at the local level, as with the proposed amendments.
Garrett Huffman, Master Builders Association (MEA) - He stated this is excellent work. He passed
out three handouts. The first is a table showing what other jurisdictions are doing and/or proposing for
time extensions. He stated he has meet with staff on this issue. He commented that we may lose half
the builders in this region because they are unable to obtain funding due to the economy. Extensions
will be a great help. The other two handouts deal with the law. On page 8 of the 10 page handout, he
has bolded some information regarding vesting. It states in part that a local government, "... may not
cause vesting of application to be contingent On future events or decisions...." He feels the proposed
vesting amendment (city staff report Exhibit F) allows for this and therefore is illegal and should be
deleted. The third handout has case law on the vesting issue. Other than the vesting issue, the MBA
supports the proposed amendments.
Commissioner Elder asked for the city's legal opinion on the vesting issue. Ms. Pearsall replied that the legal
department reviewed the staff's proposal and feel it is legal. The language clarifies that vesting will occur when
the application is complete and is not contingent on future events or decisions. The language says that if
information is missing and thereby the application is incomplete, the city will request that information and will
wait until the missing information is submitted before declaring the application complete. Once the decision is
made that the application is complete, then it is vested. Commissioner O'Neal asked Mr. Huffman what he feels
is onerous about the proposed vesting. Mr. Huffman replied he is concerned that the city could request
additional information or studies that are not on the list of what must be submitted with the application and the
city would say the project is not vested until it is all approved. The application should be vested when it is
submitted and the city cannot legally require additional studies before vesting the project. Ms. Pearsall
commented that the proposed language states that vesting will occur with submission of a complete application,
and the code lists what constitutes a complete application. Mr. Huffinan responded that just because it is in the
code does not necessarily mean it is legal.
Commissioner'O'Neal asked if a limit is proposed for how many extensions an applicant may request. Ms.
Barker replied there is no limit to the number of extensions an applicant may request as long as they meet the
criteria.
Commissioner Medhurst commented that the proposed amendment make common sense. He asked staff
whether there was anything in the proposed amendments they may want to change Once the economy
improves. Ms. Baker replied that staff considered a sunset clause, but they agree the proposed amendments
make common sense and decided not to place a sunset clause.
Mr. Miller commented that short plats tend to be infill and the city has received complaints from neighbors
about properties where work has been started, but nothing has been done for years. It is for this reason staff
that included the criteria that substantial progress be shown if an applicant is seeking a second extension.
Commissioner Carlson commented that staff has done a good job with these proposed amendments_ He does
have a concern. A project is not vested until the application is deemed complete, which could include a
number of reports. He understands that city staff will need to review the reports to insure they contain the
appropriate information, but he is concerned that staff could hold up the process because of a disagreement
with the preparer of a report over a specific piece of information within a report. He requested that staff add
language along the lines of stating that reports need only to meet the professional "standard of care."
Commissioner Bronson agreed.
Commissioner Bronson asked why Use Process I is not included with the proposed amendments. Ms. Barker
replied that given the types of projects that are assigned to a Use Process I, staff does not foresee any such
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project needing an extension. They are less complex, minor land use decisions and very few Use Process I
projects need more than a few weeks to complete and many need only a few days.
Commissioner Bronson asked if there is an appeal process if the requirements for a complete application
appear onerous to the applicant. He is concerned that a technical argument between staff and an engineer
could delay an application being deemed complete and thereby would delay vesting. Ms. Barker replied that
she is not aware of an appeal process because there has not been an issued decision. At such times, a
concerned applicant will speak with the department director. It is not a formal appeal with fees and
paperwork, but that is an option for them to take their concerns higher. Mr. Bronson commented this is a
concern for him because he is currently involved with a project with the federal government that is delayed
because of a technical argument between two professionals. There needs to be some mechanism that can be
used to move the process along. Commissioner O'Neil asked to clarify whether the discussion is about
vesting. Commissioner Bronson replied he is talking about getting to the point of vesting. If a government
professional and an outside professional are involved in an argument there is no way to go around that
arbitrary behavior. Mr. Conlen commented that Deb is correct. Typically at the start of the process there is
not a point for an appeal other than an informal discussion between the applicant and the planner's supervisor
or department director. However, typically within 28 days of the application being submitted, the city is
required to issue a decision as to whether or not the application is complete. The city will issue a letter and
that is a decision that could be appealed. So there is a chance to appeal.
Commissioner Carlson moved (and it was seconded) to recommend the City Council adopt the proposed
amendments as presented by staff The motion passed unanimously.
The public hearing was closed.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Mr. Conlen informed the Commission of the status of the Shoreline Master Program (SMP). Staff had been
waiting for comments from the state Department of Ecology and has received them. Staff is now editing the
SMP in light of these comments and plan to bring it back to the Planning Commission in September or
October.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Wayne Snoey, Covington resident, Federal Way landowner, member Covington City Council-
He thanked the Commission for their work on the proposed amendments.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.rn.
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REALTORe
SeattleKing CountyREALTORS@
12410 SE 32nd Street, Suite 100, Bellevue, W A 98005
(425) 974-1011 . TF: (800) 540-3277 . Fa:,,: 425-974-1032
TO:
City of Federal Way Planning Commission Chairman Merle Pfeifer &
Commissioners Hope Elder (Vice Chair), Lawson Bronson, Wayne Carlson,
Tom Medhurst, Sarady Long and Tim O'Neil,
DELIVERY: c/o: Margaret Clar~ Senior Planner, (253) 835-2646,
marearet.clark@cityoffederalwav.com
Tina Piety, Administrative Assistant II, (253) 835-2601
tina.piety@citvoffederalwav.com
Deb Barker, Senior Planner; and
deb.barker@citvoffederalwav.com
FROM:
Sam Pace, Housing Specialist, SeattleKing County REAL TORS@
DATE:
July 20, 2009
RE:
Plat and Land Use Application and Permit Time Limit Extensions
Dear Chairman Pfeifer and Members of the Planning Commission:
My name is Sam Pace. I'm a Housing Specialist with the Seattle-King County Association of
REAL TORS@ and I'm writing to you on behalf of our 7,500+ members.
I will be unable to attend the July 22nd Planning Commission meeting to testify at the Commission's
Public Hearing on Plat and Land Use Application and Permit Time Limit Extensions.
I'm out-of-town on vacation with my family, but this issue of such importance I thought it necessary to
provide you written comments on the subject I request that these be made a part of the Public Hearing
Record.
I provided similar written comments to the City Council back in March 2009. Since that time, several
other cities, as well as the King County Council, have already enacted extension ordinances.
I want to share with you our Association's support for (and underscore the importance of) the City
adopting a Local Economic Stimulus plan. One key piece of such a stimulus plan that we request the City
adopt is Extending the life of plat and land use applications and permits (and especially "short
plats") including those that were in the City's permitting pipeline on or after January 1, 2008.
We recommend extending the life of short plats to seven years, (or at least to five years plus annual
one-year extensions after the fifth year, similar to the way the City currently treats subdivisions and
building permits). Seven years, like the King County Council adopted (retroactive to 2004) is the
preferred approach
As you know, consistent with existing state law, the City allows 9-10t short plats, and deserves credit and
recognition for doing so. In addition, the City allows permits for subdivisions and buildings to be valid
for five years, plus annual renewals beyond the fifth year. The City's deserves credit for this approach as
well. It is appropriate for the City to provide time frames for the validity of short plats that are similar to
those the City provides for subdivisions and building permits. We recommend seven years.
TO:
DELIVERY:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
PAGE:
Chairman Merle Pfeifer and' Members of the Federal Way Planning Commission
c/o Margaret Clark. Tina Piety and Deb Barker
Sam Pace, Housing Specialist, SeattleKing County REAL TORS@
July 20,2009
Plat and Land Use Application and Permit Time Limit Extensions
20fJ
As you also know, the construction of homes and plats is stalled due to the national (and world) fmandal
crisis that is dramatically constricting access to the capital needed to complete construction of plats and
homes. That financial crisis is not the fault oflocal builders/property owners who fmd themselves in the
position of unintended victims (like so many other small to medium-sized businesses in our local
communities).
It is important that the City extend the life of those plats (and especialLy "short plats") and permits, rather
than allowing them to expire.
Allowing them to expire, and requiring builders to re-do, re-submit, and re-pay for work that has already
been done, and already submitted to the City:
· Increases the Costs of Housing
· Hurts Housing Affordability for working families
· Places homebuilders (and the jobs they provide for local workers) in greater peril. Some
observers of the industry indicate that perhaps as many as half the firms may not be able to
survi ve the current fmancial crisis.
· Allowing the permits/applications to expire also has the potential to divert City resources for
review of other projects - such as construction the Council wants to see happen Downtown - to
redo staff work on residential projects once the market begins to recover; and
· All of that, in-turn, delays the City's receipt of sales tax on "sticks and bricks" used in
construction of plats and homes, as well as REET revenues the City receives when the lots and
homes sell.
Additionally, viewing this situation from a "macro economics" perspective, I anticipate that when credit
markets start to recover and builders once again have access to capital, we're going to see a continued
constraint on housing supply (relative to the pent-up demand for homes) that will artificially increase
housing prices above more normal market levels. While it may seem counter-intuitive given current
inventory levels, this imbalance between supply and pent-up demand will be the result of the "lag time"
between the remaining/surviving builders regaining access to credit for working capital, and the time it
takes to complete construction of the plats and homes. Importantly, and unfortunately, there are likely to
be far fewer builders available to meet that demand, resulting in longer lag times and higher price
increases.
Depending upon the number of construction firms that go under, I anticipate this will happen for a period
of about 6 to 18 months while the construction industry once again begins building homes that, when
finished, will be sold to the families of local workers. It's important for the City to do its small part to
help avoid unnecessarily exacerbating that imbalance between supply and pent-up demand when the
market starts to recover. Extending the life of plats (and especially "short plats" which currently receive
disparate treatment) is an important contribution the City can make to help mitigate this problem.
Making the extensions retroactive for projects that were in the City's pipeline on or after January I, 2008,
(or even 2007, when many construction firms began to experience the lenders' constricting access to
working capital) will help to mitigate the damage being done, and avoid future damage.
TO:
DELIVERY:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
PAGE:
Chairman Merle Pfeifer and' Members of the Federal Way Planning Commission
clo Margaret Clark, Tina Piety and Deb Barker
Sam Pace. Housing Specialist. SeattteKing County REAL TORS@
July 20, 2009
Plat and Land Use Application and Permit Time Limit Extensions
200
A very recent study by a number of noted economists and researchers in our state found that Housing
(both directly and indirectly) accounts for approximately 20% of the State's GDP and 24% of the payroll
in Washington State. Additionally, each 1,000 home sales result in 935 jobs, $37.5 million in wages and
$126 million in economic activity. It's an important economic driver for our economy.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
SEATTLEKlNG COUNTY REALTORS@
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Sam Pace, Housing Specialist
cc: David Crowell
SKCAR Governmental Affairs Committee
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ITEM #: 6 c!
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: Amendments to Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19.15.045 "Completeness of applications"
regarding vesting for use process applications.
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City approve amendments to Title 19.15.045 "Completeness of applications" regarding
vesting of use process applications?
COMMITTEE: Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
CATEGORY:
o Consent
o City Council Business
MEETING DATE: August 3,2009
~ Ordinance
o Resolution
o
o
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: Senior Planner Deb Barker
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Background: The proposed amendment addresses a request to amend zoning regulations in order to provide consistency in
vesting standards. The amendment provisions specifically target the vesting of Use Process I, II, III, and IV applications,
which presently vest to codes in effect at the time of a land use decision. The amendment will allow Process I, II, III, and IV
applications to vest and be subject to codes in effect at the time the Use Process I, II, III, or IV application is determined to be
complete.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on July 22, 2009, and recommended that the City Council approve the
proposed amendment as recommended by staff The Planning Commission recommendation is included in the adoption
ordinance.
Attachments: (1) Draft Adoption Ordinance for FWRC Title 19.15.045 "Completeness of applications" which contains the
proposed amendments as recommended by the Planning ,Commission amending FWRC 19.15.045; (2) Staff Report to the
Planning Commission for the July 22,2009, Public Hearing with Exhibits A through L, and (3) Draft Minutes of the July 22,
2009, Planning Commission Public Hearing.
Options Considered: (1) Adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation as contained in the Draft Adoption Ordinance;
(2) Adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation as modified by the LUTC; or (3) Do not adopt the amendment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Council approve Option #1; adopt the Planning Commission's
recommendation as contained in the Draft Adoption Ordinance.
CITY MA1'OAGERApPROVAL:
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Forward Option #1; adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation_as contained in
the Draft Adoption Ordinance to full Council on September 1, 2009, for first reading.ctS tltJ18ndecf -k I nCii..Ld.e
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PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION(S):
1ST READING OF ORDINANCE (09/01/09): "f move to forward the ordinance to a second reading for enactment on the
September 15 consent agenda. "
2ND READING OF ORDINANCE (09/15/09): "I move approval of the LUTC's recommendation to approve the code
amendment, which is contained in the Adoption Ordinance. "
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ORDINANCE NO. 09-625
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating
to land use application vesting; amending FWRC 19.15.045.
(Amending Ordinance Numbers 09-594 and 90-43)
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the need to periodically modify Title 19 of the Federal
Way Revised Code (FWRC), "Zoning and Development Code," in order to conform to state and
federal law, codify administrative practices, clarify and update zoning regulations as deemed
necessary, and improve the efficiency of the regulations and the development review process;
and
WHEREAS, this ordinance, containing amendments to development regulations and the
text of Title 19 FWRC, has complied with Process VI review, chapter 19.80 FWRC, pursuant to
chapter 19.35 FWRC; and
WHEREAS, the severe downturn in the local, regional, and national housing markets,
reduced demand for new housing, tightening credit market, and difficulty in obtaining the
financing necessary to complete a project, have resulted in a situation where developers of new
housing, subdivisions, and commercial projects are unable to finalize development proposals or
obtain land use approval in a timely manner which, in the case of commercial projects, may
adversely impact project vesting; and
WHEREAS, vesting is a term that signifies the point at which a project is guaranteed the
codes upon which a project must be designed and processed; and
WHEREAS, FWRC Title 19 currently provides for vesting of Process I, II, III, and IV
land use applications at the time the land use decision is issued, or alternatively, when a complete
building permit application is submitted; and
Ordinance No. 09-625
Page] of6
WHEREAS, in today's economic climate and dismal development market, a developer
may not be financially able to submit a complete building permit application or may be
interested in extending review and approval processes in order to have a market for their project,
while preserving the code provisions under which the project was designed and developed; and
WHEREAS, significant financial impacts to a developer and to financial institutions and
other investors which have provided financing in support of a development proposal can occur
when code provisions are changed before land use decisions are issued; and
WHEREAS, establishing an earlier vesting date for land use applications would make
Process I, II, III, and IV vesting milestones consistent with subdivision provisions and would
provide the developer with the certainty that code requirements will not change after an
application is determined to be complete; and
WHEREAS, vesting rights would not be considered to be waivable, pursuant to the
Vested Rights Doctrine; and
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations are categorically exempt from environmental
review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A) pursuant to WAC 197-11-800(20); and
WHEREAS, the draft staff report was electronically forwarded on July 1, 2009, to
stakeholders and interested citizens for review and comment, which resulted in one comment
letter submitted by Sam Pace with the Seattle/King County Realtors; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission properly conducted a duly noticed public hearing
on the code amendments on July 22, 2009; and forwarded a recommendation of approval to the
City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Land Use/Transportation Committee of the Federal Way City Council
considered these code amendments on August 3, 2009, and recommended adoption of the
amendments.
Ordinance No. 09-625
Page 2 of6
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings. The City Council of the City of Federal Way makes the following
findings with respect to the proposed amendments.
(a) The code amendments are in the best interest of the residents of the City and will
benefit the city as a whole by providing consistency with adopted subdivision vesting provisions
and providing certainty in the development permitting processes.
(b) The code amendments comply with Chapter 36.70A RCW, Growth Management.
(c) The code amendments are consistent with the intent and purpose of Title 19
FWRC and will implement and are consistent with the applicable provisions of the Federal Way
Comprehensive Plan.
(d) The code amendments bear a substantial relationship to, and will protect and not
adversely affect, the public health, safety, and welfare.
(e) The code amendments have followed the proper procedure required under the
FWRC.
Section 2. Conclusions. Pursuant to chapter 19.35 FWRC, and based upon the recitals
and the findings set forth in Section 1, the Federal Way City Council makes the following
Conclusions of Law with respect to the decisional criteria necessary for the adoption of the
proposed amendments:
(a) The proposed FWRC amendments are consistent with, and substantially
implement, the following Federal Way Comprehensive Plan goals and policies:
LUG2 Develop an efficient and timely development review process based on a
public/private partnership.
LUP4 Maximize efficiency of the development review process.
Ordinance No. 09-625
Page 3 of6
EDP15 The City will continue to implement a streamlined permlttmg process
consistent with state and federal regulations to reduce the up front costs of
locating businesses in the City.
EDP18 The City will periodically monitor local and regional trends to be able to adjust
plans, policies, and programs.
HP9 Maximize efficiency in the City's development review process and ensure that
unnecessary time delays and expenses are eliminated. Continue to provide
streamlined permitting processes for development that is consistent with the
FWCP and FWCC, and that has no adverse impacts.
HPll Continue to assist developers with housing proposals at the earliest possible
opportunity, including preapplication meetings to produce projects that can be
reviewed quickly and maximize their ability to receive permits.
(b) The proposed FWRC amendments bear a substantial relationship to the public
health, safety, and welfare because they clarify and refine various related codes in order to
increase the efficiency of the development review process.
(c) The proposed amendments are in the best interest of the public and the residents
of the City of Federal Way as they provide for certainty in the development review process,
which results in continued development within the City, thus aiding the local economy.
Section 3. FWRC 19.15.045 is hereby amended to read as follows:
19.15.045 Completeness of applications.
(1) Within 28 calendar days of receiving an application, the city shall determine
whether the application is complete, with reference to FWRC 19.15.040. Prior to the 28-
day deadline, a letter of completeness shall be issued indicatine the date the application
is deemed complete. if the city deems the application to be complete, or, if the city
determines the application to be incomplete, the city shall notify the applicant of what
needs to be submitted for a complete application. In this written determination, the city
shall also identify, to the extent known to the city, the other agencies of local, state, or
federal government that may have jurisdiction over some aspect of the proposed
development activity. An application may be deemed complete under this section e'len if
the city does not provide a written determination to the applicant as required.
(2) If an application was found incomplete and an applicant submits additional
information, the city shall notify the applicant in writine within 14 days the date
whether the application is deemed complete or whether further additional information is
necessary.
(3) Additional information. A determination of completeness shall not preclude the city
from requesting additional information or studies, either at the time of the letter of
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completeness or subsequently, if new information is required or if there are substantial
changes in the proposed action.
(4) VestinJ!. A proposed Use Process I. II. III. or IV application shall vest to and
be considered under the zonine code and other land use control ordinances. in effect
on the land at the time a fullv completed application for Use Process I. II. III. or IV
has been submitted to the city. In the event that the application is deemed
incomplete. the Use Process I. II. III. or IV application shall vest to those codes in
effect on the date that all reQuested supplemental or specific information is
submitted. A complete application shall be defined as set forth in FWRC 19.15.040
and based on reQuirements in related handouts. Vested riehts shall not be waivable
pursuant to the Vested Riehts Doctrine.
Section 4. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are declared separate and
severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or portion of
this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall
not affect the validity of the remainder of the ordinance, or the validity of its application to any
other persons or circumstances.
Section 5. Corrections. The City Clerk and the codifiers of this ordinance are authorized
to make necessary corrections to this ordinance including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener/clerical errors, references, ordinance numbering, section/subsection numbers and any
references thereto.
Section 6. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective
date of this ordinance is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 7. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective five (5) days after passage
and publication as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Federal Way this _ day of
,2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, JACK DOVEY
Ordinance No. 09-625
Page 5 of6
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, CAROL MCNEILLY, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, PATRICIA A. RICHARDSON
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
PUBLISHED:
EFFECTIVE DATE:
ORDINANCE NO.:
09-625
Ordinance No. 09-625
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE:~~~\6;2:QQ4mm
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
ITEM #: '? (b
SUBJECT: CRIMINAL CODE UPDATE
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD THE CITY COUNCIL AMEND FEDERAL WAY REVISED CODE 6.20.010 TO
IN CORPORA TE STA TE LAW REGARDING SEXUAL MISCONDUCT WITH A. MINOR IN THE SECOND DEGREE?
COMMITTEE: PRHS&PS
MEETING DATE: August 11,
2009
CATEGORY:
KI Consent
D City Council Business
~ Ordinance
D Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: PATRICIA RICHARDSON
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DEPT: Law
In reviewing the recent changes in State law, it was discovered that the reference incorporating Sexual Misconduct with a
Minor in the Second Degree was inadvertently omitted. This amendment adds this crime to the Federal Way Revised Code.
Attachments: Proposed ordinance amending FWRC 6.20.010 to incorporate State Law - Sexual Misconduct
with a minor in the second degree.
Options Considered: 1. Approve the proposed ordinance modifying FWRC 6.20.010.
2. Reject the proposed ordinance modifying FWRC 6.20.010
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
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Committee
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Council
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
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ROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION:
oval of Option 1 modifYing Federal Way Revise Code 6.20.010 "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION
~ MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)@Cf/I!:J/oCf ~
REVISED - 02/06/2006 .. . (f
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to
Sexual Misconduct with a Minor in the Second Degree; amending FWRC
6.20.010. (Amending Res. No. 09-539, ~ 1,1-6-09; Ord. Nos. 04-463, ~ 1,
8-3-04; 02-429, ~ 3,11-19-02; 00-374, ~ 1,9-19-00; 91-106, ~ 1, 8-20-91;
91-89, ~ 1(9.10.010),3-5-91. Code 2001 ~ 6-61.)
WHEREAS, Federal Way Revise Code ('FWRC") 6.20.010 adopts criminal statutes by
reference to the State Law as codified in the Revised Code of Washington "RCW"; and
WHEREAS, RCW 9A.44.096, Sexual Misconduct with a Minor in the Second Degree is a
gross misdemeanor; and
WHEREAS, FWRC 6.20.010 does not reference RCW 9A.44.096; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Federal Way finds it is in the best interest ofthe citizens to
incorporate the State Law into the FWRC.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. FWRC 6.20.010 shall be amended to read as follows:
6.20.010 Statutes adopted.
The following state statutes are adopted by reference:
RCW
9.02.050
9A.42.010
9A.42.035
9A.42.037
9A.42.080
9A.42.090
9A.42.110
9A.44.096
13.32A.080
Concealing birth.
Definitions.
Criminal mistreatment in the third degree.
Criminal mistreatment in the fourth degree.
Abandonment of a dependent person in the third degree.
Abandonment of a dependent person - Defense.
Leaving a child in the care of a sex offender.
Sexual misconduct with a minor in the second degree.
Unlawful harboring of a minor - Penalty - Defense - Prosecution of adult for
involving child in commission of offense.
Ordinance No. 09-
Page J of3
Rev 3/09
70.155.080 Purchasing, possessing by persons under eighteen - Civil infraction-
Jurisdiction.
70.155.105 Delivery sale of cigarettes - Requirements, unlawful practices - Penalties -
Enforcement.
Section 2. Severability. Should any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or
phrase ofthis chapter, or its application to any person or situation, be declared unconstitutional or
invalid for any reason, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this
chapter or its application to any other person or situation. The City Council ofthe City of Federal
Way hereby declares that it would have adopted this chapter and each section, subsection,
sentence, clauses, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that anyone or more
sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions be declared invalid or
unconstitutional.
Section 3. Corrections. The City Clerk and the codifiers of this ordinance are authorized
to make necessary corrections to this ordinance including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener/clerical errors, references, ordinance numbering, section/subsection numbers and any
references thereto.
Section 4. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective
date of this ordinance is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days
from and after its passage and publication, as provided by law.
Ordinance No. 09-
Page 2 of3
Rev 3/09
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Federal Way this
, 200_.
ATTEST:
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, JACK DOVEY
CITY CLERK, CAROL MCNEILLY, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, PATRICIA A. RICHARDSON
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
PUBLISHED:
EFFECTNE DATE:
ORDINANCE NO.:
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM#: ?-F
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: Placement of "Safe City Federal Way" signs at designated locations in the city.
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City of Federal Way allow the placement of "Safe City Federal Way" signs in key
areas of the city?
COMMITTEE: Parks, Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety
Council Committee - (PRHS&PS)
MEETING DATE: September 8, 2009
CATEGORY:
~ Consent
D City Council Business
STAFF REPORT By: SANDY
D Ordinance
D Resolution
D
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Public Hearing
Other
LIEUTENANT
DEPT: Police Department
Attachments:
1. PRHS&PS Staff Report
2. Safe City Sign Locations Memorandum
3. Safe City Sign Location Map
4. Safe City Signs (actual signs to be presented at the Council meeting)
Options Considered:
1. Accept the prop6~al to place "Safe City Federal Way" signs at the designated locations in the city.
2. Reject the proposal to place "Safe City Federal Way" signs at the designated locations in the city.
ST AFF RECOMMENDA TION: Staff recommends Option] .
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: PRHS&PS recommends Option l
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PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "I m e 0 accept this proposal and authorize the placement of "Safe City
Federal Way" signs at the designated 10 ations. "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
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ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE STAFF REPORT
DATE:
TO:
VIA:
FROM:
September 8, 2009
Parks, Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety Council Committee
Brian J. Wilson, Interim City ManagerL).(;J.t- )'1; 1 r ~
Andy Hwang, Acting Chief of Police
SUBJECT: Placement of "Safe City Federal Way" signs at designated locations in the city.
Backeround
The Safe City Federal Way initiative has been in process since 2006. In May of2009 it was
officially launched as a functioning program. Although the Safe City program is up and running,
there are many more components that can and will be mobilized in the future. One of those
components is the placement of "Safe City Federal Way" signs in designated locations
throughout the city. The purpose ofthe signs is two fold. First, the signs are meant to be a
deterrent to criminal activity. Second, the signs are meant to inform the public and encourage
participation in the program and by noting the web site address.
The Board of Directors of Safe City Federal Way has approved a plan and budget for the;~'Safe
City Federal Way" signs. The cost will be fully covered by Safe City Federal Way. The signs
will be made and posted by King County.
Safe City Federal Way is a community based initiative that unites businesses, residents, city
officials, and law enforcement through a project intended to maximize safety and minimize theft
and other crimes in our community. The goals of the Safe City program are to reduce crime,
effectively utilize police resources, attract new businesses, provide citizens a safe environment to
live, work, and shop, and strengthen the community with a prosperous local economy. "Safe
City Federal Way" signs, placed at key locations throughout the city, are a part of implementing
this program in the most effective manner.
Safe City Federal Way is seeking approval from the City Council to have these signs posted at
the locations specified in the attached memorandum and map.
Recommendation
Approval of Safe City Federal Way's request to post "Safe City Federal Way" signs at the
designated locations. (See attached sign location map.)
Forward to the full Federal Way City Council for approval, on September 15th 2009.
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Federal Way Police Department
Safe Cities Program
MEMORANDUM
To: Federal Way City Council
From: Sandy Tudor, Contract Services Lieutenant
Date: August 12,2009
Subject: Safe City Sign Placement Locations
The following list of "Safe City Federal Way" signs has been approvel by Safe City
Federal Way's Board of Directors. It is now being presented to the Federal Way City
Council for approval.
Total of 11 locations - Core of Safe City Zone (sign facing)
Safe City, Website, and Zone signs
I. Pacific Highway S. - S. 310th St. (N)
2. Pacific Highway S. - S 316th St. (N)
3. Pacific Highway S. - S. 336th St. (S)
4. Pacific Highway S.- S. 324th St. (S)
5. S. 320th St. -- Pacific Highway S.(W)
6. S. 320th St. -- Pacific Highway S. (E)
7. S 324th St.- 23rd Ave. S. (E)
8. S. 31ih St. - 28th Ave. S. (E)
9. 21st Ave. S -- S. 316th St. (N) (Transit Center- City Property)
10.21 st Ave. S.-- 31700 block (S) (Transit Center - City Property)
11. S. 31 ih St. -- 23rd Ave. S. (E)
Total of 10 signs - Primary entrances into city
Safe City and Website signs
12. Pacific Highway S. - S. 272nd St. (N)
13. Milit~ Road S. - 27700 block (N)
14. S.288t St. - 3200 block (E)
15. S. 320th S. - Military (E)
16. Weyerhauser Way S. - Just north of the SR 18 westbound off-ramp (S)
17. Enchanted Pkwy S --35400 block (S)
18. Pacific Highway S - 37600 block (S)
19. S.W. 356th St. - 21 st Ave S.W. (W)
20. S 340th St. -Hoyt Rd. (W)
21. SW Dash Point Road - 5600 block (W)
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM #:
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: ROOF REPLACEMENT
POLICY QUESTION Should the City accept roof replacement bids and authorize the City Manager
to enter into a contract with the successful bidder?
COMMITTEE: PRHSPS
MEETING DATE: Sept. 8,2009
CATEGORY:
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D Ordinance
D Resolution
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History: There are two Caretaker homes at West Hylebos Park and one picnic shelter at Laurelwood
Park that have roofs that are failing. Two of the three roofs have leaks and staff has taken temporary
measures to prevent any further damage from occurring.
Bid Result: 10 companies from the Small Works Roster were invited to bid two options; replacing with
asphalt shingles or replace with standing seam metal roofing. 3 companies responded as follows:
· Chets Roofing - asphalt package $29,750 + tax Metal roofing package $51,350 +tax
. V & R Roofing - asphalt package $31,523 + tax Metal roofing package $72,580 +tax
· Wright Roofing - asphalt package $26,825 + tax Metal roofing package -. no bid
After weighing the differences of asphalt shingles to metal; staff recommends the extra investment in
metal roofing for: longer durability, less maintenance hours and the added feature of being more vandal
resistance.
Reccomended metal roof package; cost summary:
. Chets Roofing - Metal roofing package $51,350
10% contingency 5,135
Sub total 56,485
WS tax 5,592
Total metal roof package for 3 sites $62,077
This project will be funded out of a CIP account which currently has a balance of$182,000.
Options Considered: Re-roofing the caretaker homes with asphalt shingles and Laurelwood picnic
shelter with metal; $31,125 + 3,081.38 tax = $34,206.38. This option would involve two different
Contractors.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council accept the bid from Chets Roofing and authorize the
mterim City Manager to execute a act for roof replacement in the amount of $62,077 .00.
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL.
to Council
DIRECTOR ApPROVAL: /:) L,I(
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "I move rpproval to accept the bid from Chets Roofing and authorize the
Interim City Manager to execute a contractfor roof replacement in the amount of $ 62, 077.00
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM #:
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: CANCEL THE 2009 VALLEY CITIES COUNSELING & CONSUL TA TION ACQUISITION OF A
COMMUNITY FACILITY PROJECT AND REALLOCATE 2009 CAPTIAL FUNDS TO THE KING COUNTY HOUSING
REPAIR PROGRAM.
POLICY QUESTION:
Should the City of Federal Way reprogram available 2009 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
capital funds to the 2009 and 2010 capital funds used for the King County Housing Repair Program serving
Federal Way residents?
COMMITTEE: PRHS&PS
MEETING DATE: September 8,
2009
CATEGORY:
~ Consent
D City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
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Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: Lynnette Hynden, Human Services Manager
DEPT: Community Development
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Attachments:
· Memorandum to Human Services Commission dated August 6, 2009, with attachment from Valley Cities Counseling
and Consultation.
Background:
The City of Federal Way allocated 2009 CDBG capital funds to Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation for the
acquisition of a mental health clinic in Federal Way. Due to the downturn in the economy, Valley Cities declined the
funding award and has renegotiated the lease for their existing clinic in Federal Way. This means that approximately
$241,649 needs to be reprogrammed to another eligible CDBG capital project. On July 20, 2009 the Human Services
Commission deliberated and considered many options in which to reprogram the 2009 CDBG capital dollars which was
previously awarded to Valley Cities. Their recommendation was to allocate all of the 2009 CDBG capital funds to the King
County Housing Repair Program that has been heavily supported and utilized by qualifYing Federal Way residents.
Options Considered:
1. Allocate available 2009 CDBG capital funds to both the 2009 and 2010 King County Housing Repair Program to serve
eligible Federal Way residents. The King County Housing Repair Program would provide low interest or forgivable
loans for housing repair and emergency grants for life threatening repair needs in owner occupied homes to qualified
residents.
2. Do no allocate available 2009 CDBG capital funds to the Housing Repair program but rather allocate the capital funds
to another project not considered by the Human Services Commission.
3. Take no action to allocate the available 2009 CDBG capital funds at this time and request further information.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept option 1
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DIRECTOR APPROVAL:
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Jim Ferrell, Member
Michael Park, Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "I move approval of option _ . "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLEDfDEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
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DATE:
TO:
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SUBJECT:
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MEMORANDUM
August 6, 2009 . ~
Human Services Commission
Lynnette Hynden, Human Services Manag. '
Cancel the 2009 Valley Cities Counseling & Consultation Acquisition of a
Community Facility Project and Reallocate 2009 Capital Funds to the King County
Housing Repair Program
Policy Question:
Should the 2009 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation of $241,649 to the
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation for the acquisition of a community facility be
canceled and funds reallocated per the 2009 CDBG Contingency Plan to the King County
Housing Repair Program?
Backqround:
The City of Federal Way allocated $241,649 of 2009 CDBG funds to the Valley Cities
Counseling and Consultation Acquisition of a Community Facility project. In November of 2008,
Valley Cities notified Federal Way that they would not be accepting the 2009 CDBG award
(Attachment 1). In addition to reviewing open King County CDBG Consortium projects per the
.2009 CDBG Contingency Plan, the Human Services Commission considered reallocating funds
to projects applying for 2010 CDBG capital funds. The Human Services Commission
recommended at their July 20, 2009, meeting to reallocate available 2009 CDBG Capital funds
to the King County Housing Repair program for 2009 and 2010 housing repair program. As
noted at the May Commission meeting, the King County Housing Repair Program has been
funded by Federal Way to provide zero interest forgivable loans for housing repair and
emergency grants for life threatening repair needs in owner occupied homes to qualified
residents. This program is heavily used by Federal Way residents. Federal Way funds the
program with 25% of the annual CDBG allocation and has added funding to the program as
needed. The housing repair program would receive $180,807 in CDBG funds based on the
current 2009 estimates. The City allocated $260,092 to the program in 2008 and 32 Federal
Way households utilized $370,439 in funds. Additional funds would be designated to utilize in
2009 and/or 2010 to serve eligible Federal Way residents. The King County Housing Repair
Program has also recently been expanded to include up to $8,000 for weatherization to eligible
households.
A public notice has been published and written public comment requested prior to the Human
Services Commission meeting (Attachment 2). Any comments received will be considered as
part of a public hearing at the August 17, 2009, Human Services Commission meeting. The
Commission will then finalize their recommendation on the cancelation and reallocation of 2009
CDBG funds.
.rooosed Motion:
Cancel the 2009 CDBG award to Valley CIties Counseling and Consultation for the AcquIsition
of a Community Facility, in the amount of $241,649; and, allocate the $241,649 in 2009 CDBG
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Capital funds to the King County Housing Repair Program to serve eligible Federal Way clients .
in 2009 and 2010. And further to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into the
appropriate agreement(s) for the addition of this project. To be forwarded to the Parks,
Recreation, Human Services, and Public Safety Committee for recommendation and
consideration by the full Council at the September 15,2009, meeting.
Please contact me at (253) 835-2650 or Iynnette.hynden@cityoffederalway.com if you have any
questions regarding this item.
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Faith Richie
Chief ExeeZlllve OJ/leer
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RECEIVED BY
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counseling & consultation
NOV 0 5 2008
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Attachment 1
November 4, 2008
Kelli O'Donnell
CDBG Coordinator
City of Federal Way
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, W A 98003
Dear Kelli:
I regret to report that our Board has made the difficult decision to withdraw from our
Purchase and Sale Agreement on the building at Campus Square, and to reluctantly
turn down the Federal Way COBG funds awarded to our agency for use in 2009. We
came to this decision based on three converging events: The county turned us down
for our grant application for their CD BG funds, the credit envirorunent for the summer
of2009 became more difficult to predict, and our estimated renovation costs became
too high.
The current owner offered to negotiate a lease to purchase arrangement, but the CDBG
requirement for a fifteen year minimum term plus a change of use restriction makes
this untenable. We can see no other option at this point, other than to work on a
capital campaign for a future acquisition project for this site.
We are tremendously grateful to the Human Services Commission and the City
Council for their support of this project. We also want to acknowledge your help and
guidance during this entire process. We continue to believe that providing a
permanent home for this very high need, low income, disabled population is a high
priority. I am sorry that we could not do the project at this time, but we hope that we
can return at some future date and ask for city support.
Sincerely,
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Faith Richie
Chief Executive Officer
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Notice of Public Hearings:
Cancelation and Reallocation of
2009 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds &
Allocations of 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Attachment 2
NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Federal Way Human Services Commission will
conduct a public hearings on Monday, August 17, 2009, at 5:30 p.m. in the
Hylebos Conference Room on the second floor at City Hall (33325 8th Ave S, PO
Box 9718, Federal Way, Washington 98063-9718), to consider the proposed
funding of Federal Way's 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
program and the cancelation and reallocation of 2009 CDBG capital funds.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that the City of Federal Way is proposing to
cancel the Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation, Acquisition Community
Facility Project, 181 South 333rd St, Bldg C, Federal Way, that was awarded
$241,649 in 2009 CDBG Funds. CDBG funds were to be used for the acquisition
of a new building for Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation's clinic to _
continue providing mental health services to low- and moderate-income
residents. This project was canceled by the applicant.
NOTICE OF REALLOCATION: The City of Federal Way is proposing to
reallocate the $241,649 from the above cancelled project per the 2009
Contingency Plan to King County Department of Community and Human
Services, Housing Repair Program, to provide the following housing repair
services for residents of Federal Way: a) interest free deferred payment loans up
to $25,000 to low- and moderate-income homeowners (up to 80% of median
income); b) matching funds program provides up to $25,000 as a deferred
payment loan as a match to low- and moderate-income homeowner (up to 80%
of median income) funding from a local lender or private funds; c) grants up to
$3,000 for emergency repairs to low-income homeowners (up to 50% of median
income); and d) grants up to $5,000 for emergency repairs to mobile homes
owned by low-income persons. e) grants up to $8,000 for weatherization (up to
80% of median income). Program eligibility requirements are included in King
County Code chapter 24.16.
2010 CDBG PROGRAM: Detailed information about the proposed funding
levels for 2010 public service programs and capital projects is available for
review during regular business hours at the Department of Community
Development-Human Services Division (address above). For additional
information, please contact Lynnette Hynden, Human Services Manager, at 253-
835-2650, during normal business hours. Written comments on Federal Way's
proposed 2010 CDBG program will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on August 17,
2009, and may be forwarded to: City of Federal Way, Attn: Lynnette Hynden,
P.O. Box 9718, Federal Way, WA 98063-9718. Any person may present written
comments to the Human Services Commission during the hearing, and/or may
appear at the public hearing to give public testimony Lf- V
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Reasonable accommodations at the public hearing such as sign language
interpretation or alternate formats for printed materials are available for
individuals with disabilities with advance notice. City Hall complies with the
. American Disabilities Act. Please call Lynnette Hynden at (253) 835-2650 at
least one business day in advance to request accommodation. For TOO relay
service call1-800-833-6388/TDD or 1-800-833-6384/voice. This notice will be
translated into alternate formats for individuals with disabilities and/or alternate
languages upon request.
To be published in The Federal Way Mirror on August 1, 2009
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM #:
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: 2010 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
POLICY QUESTION:
Should the City of Federal Way allocate 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds as
recommended by the Human Services Commission?
COMMITTEE: PRHS&PS
MEETING DATE: September 8,
2009
CATEGORY:
~ Consent
D City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
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D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: Lynnette Hynden, Manager Human Services Division DEPT: Community Development
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Attachments:
· Final 2010 CDBG Program recommendations from August 17, 2009, Human Services Commission meeting with staff
reports from review process and updated attachments. The notice of public hearing with any comments received is also
attached.
· Complete copies of the 2010 CDBG applications received, staff reports and questions/responses to agencies are
available in the City Council offices.
· 2010 CDBG Program Planning and Administration Budget
Options Considered:
1. Finalize the recommendation for the 2010 Commooity Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, as presented and,
the 2010 Planning and Administration Budget. It is further moved that the City Manager, or his designee, be authorized
to enter into the required agreements to carry out Federal Way's 2010 CDBG program.
2. ModifY the recommendation for the 2010 Commooity Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.
3. Do not take any action on the 2010 Commooity Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program at this time and wait for
further instruction.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept option 1.
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PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "1 move approval of option _ . "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
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o DENIED
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MEMORANDUM
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FROM:
SUBJECT:
August6,2009
Human Services Commission
Lynnette Hynden, Human Services Manager
2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearing and
Recommendations for the 2010 CDBG Program
Public Hearing:
On Monday, August 17, 2009, the Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing to
collect comments regarding the preliminary recommendations for the City of Federal Way 2010
CDBG program. The public hearing is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Hylebos
Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall.
The public hearing will start with a staff presentation of the preliminary funding
recommendations, as developed by the Commission. The presentation will include an overview
of the proposed funding levels for each project, and a review of the proposed conditions of
funding and the contingency plan for 2010.
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After the presentation, the Chair will invite public testimony. This will be done project by project
with the Chair reading a project name and asking for comment. Every person who wishes to
speak will have a total of 3 minutes. Human Services staff will set a timer. Additionally, the
public will be allowed to submit written comments, which will be read into the record during the
hearing. When all comments are collected, the Chair will close the hearing.
Recommendations for 2010 COBG Program:
The Commission will then move to agenda item 5 for final deliberations of the recommendations
for the 2010 CDSG Program. The Preliminary 2010 COBG funding levels for capital, public
service projects, and planning and administration (Attachment 1), 2010 Contingency Plan
(Attachment 2), and 2010 Conditions of Funding (Attachment 3) are included in the agenda
materials. Following review of the information provided and input from the public hearing, the
Human Services Commission will finalize their recommendations on the 2010 CDBG Program.
The Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the Parks, Recreation, Human
Services and Public Safety (PRHS&PS) Council Committee at their meeting on September 8,
2009. It is anticipated that the full Council will consider and vote upon the Committee's
recommendations at their September 15, 2009, meeting.
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Updated Estimates:
The preliminary 2010 CDSG funding recommendations as developed at the July 20, 2009,
Commission meeting are noted in Attachment 1. Updated estimates for 2010 CDSG funding
have not been received from King County. The amount of funds allocated by Congress and
received as program income and recaptured funds directly impacts how much Federal Way can
spend in the capital projects, public service and planning/administration categories.
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Attachment 1, Preliminary Recommendations, includes columns showing how funds will be
added are reduced based upon the final amount of funds available for the 2010 COBG program
utilizing the draft 2010 Contingency Plan.
Proposed Motions:
Option 1: I move to finalize the recommendation for the 2010 Community Oevelopment Block
Grant (COBG) Program, as presented that includes: Proposed funding levels for 2010 COBG
Capital Projects and 2010 COBG Public Service Projects; Conditions of Funding; a
Contingency Plan should funding increase or decrease and the 2010 Planning and
Administration Budget. It is further moved that the City Manager, or his designee, be
authorized to enter into the required agreements to carry out Federal Way's 2010 GDBG
program.
Option 2: I move to finalize the recommendation for the 2010 Community Oevelopment Block
Grant (COBG) Program, as modified by the Human Services Commission at tonight's
meeting that includes: Proposed funding levels for 2010 COBG Capital Projects and 2010
COBG Public Service Projects; Conditions of Funding; a Contingency Plan should funding
increase or decrease and the 2010 Planning and Administration Budget. It is further moved
that the City Manager, or his designee, be authorized to enter into the required agreements to
carry out Federal Way's 2010 COBG program.
If you have any questions about the pubUc hearing or allocation procedure, please contact me
at Ivnnette.hynden@cityoffederalway.com or (253) 835-2650.
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
2010 CDSG CONTINGENCY PLAN
Attachment 2
The allocation process for 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds is based upon
an estimate of Federal Way's 2010 CDBGfunds. The City will not know its exact grant amount until
after Congress passes the HUD Appropriation Bill. This is expected to occur between the fall of
2009 and spring of 2010. Because the final CDBG appropriation is not known, the allocation
process includes a contingency plan. The plan allows for adjustment up or down based upon the
final grant amount and/or any additional funds received as the result of project cancellations or
additional recaptured funds.
2010 COBG Capital Projects:
The City's interlocal with King County for the distribution of CDBG funds limits Federal Way to a
maximum of two new stand-alone capital projects per year with a maximum of one construction
project that may trigger Davis Bacon annually. Capital funds not used for these projects may be
allocated to sub-regional projects by the City unless returned by City to the sub-regional fund.
Federal Way may add capital funds to projects funded by the King County CDBG/HOME Consortium
over and above the two project capital limitations. Since it is unknown at this time which projects will
be funded by the King County CDBG/HOME Consortium for 2010 Capital projects, the following
contingencies relate to the projects funded by Federal Way under the contract requirements:
Funding Order of 2010 COBG Capital projects:
1. Highline Community College - Small Business Development Center: Funded in the amount of
$22,500
· Federal Way's first stand-alone construction project that does not trigger Davis..iBacon.
2. Emergency Feeding Program - Facility Acquisition: Funded in the amount of $50,000
· Funding contingent upon project receiving King County CDBG Consortium funding.
3. FUSION Transitional Housing - Facility Acquisition: Funded in the amount 01$150,000
· Federal Way's second stand-alone construction project that does not trigger Davis-Bacon.
4. SKCAC Industries Green Jobs - Capital Facility Improvement: Funded up to $75,000 based
upon available funds remaining
· Funding contingent upon project receiving King County CDBG Consortium funding.
SHOULD THE GRANT AMOUNT INCREASE OR ADDITIONAL FUNDS BECOME AVAILABLE:
Capital Projects - The City will apply any increase in the amount of CDBG capital funds as follows:
1. If additional capital funds are received or any of the above projects not be feasible, Federal
Way will work to develop an eligible economic development project serving Federal Way
residents; and/or,
2. If additional capital funds are received, open CDBG projects serving Federal Way residents
that have been funded by the City of Federal Way and/or the King County CDBG/HOME
Consortium will be considered for funding; and,
3. Should no open projects be identified and/or the Council decides it is not in the best interest
of Federal Way residents to fund an economic development project or add Federal Way
CDBG funds to the project(s), additional funds will be carried over to the 2011 CDBG
program year.
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2010 CDBG CONTINGENCY PLAN
Public Service Programs - The City will apply any increase in the amount of CDBG public service
funds as follows:
1. If any additional public service funds become available, funds will be allocated to Orion
Industries Work Enhancement Services Program with additional service units. required
proportionate to funding up to $20,000 total funding; and,
2. If any additional public service funds become available, funds will be allocated to the Institute
for Family Development PACT Program with additional service units required proportionate to
funding up to $18,225 total funding; and,
3. If any additional public service funds become available, funds will be allocated to Federal
Way Senior Center Adult Day Care Program with additional service units required
proportionate to funding up to $17,983 total funding; and,
4. If any additional public service funds become available, funds will be allocated to the
HealthPoint (formerly Community Health Centers of King County) Primary Dental Program
with additional service units required proportionate to funding up to $32,000 total funding;
and,
5. If any additional public service funds become available, funds will be allocated to Big
Brothers Big Sisters of PugetSound On&-to-One Mentoring Programwithaqditional service
units required proportionate to funding up to $17,000 tGtaHundtng;and,
6. Ifany additional pyblic service funds become available after the first contingency. is fully
funded, the Human Services Commission will reconsider allocation of additional public
service funds for recommendation to the City Council with publicparticipatidll. . .
Planning and Aclininistration..The City will apply any ihcrease in theamountofGDBGpll:fnning
and administration funds as follows:
1. Any additional funds for planning and administration activities will be allocated to Planning
and Administration to cov.er aqministrative costs for Federal 'Nay's CD~G program; and,
2. Additional funds not needed for administration of Federal Way's CDBG program will be
applied toward the costs of additional planning activities consistent with the King County
Consortium Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan; and,
3. Additional funds received not needed for planning and administration activities will be
allocated to capital projects in accordance with the priority order listed above.
SHOULD THE GRANT AMOUNT DECREASE:
Capita/Projects. The City will decrease the amount of CDBG funds allocated for capital projects
as follows:
1. Any unallocated capital funds available will be decreased before reductions are made to
specific projects.
2. The capital projects will be decreased in the following order based upon final funding:
a. SKCAC Industries - Green Jobs - Capital Facility Improvement
b. FUSION Transitional Housing - Facility Acquisition
c. Emergency Feeding Program - Facility Acquisition
d. Highline Community College - Small Business Development Center
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
2010 CDBG CONTINGENCY PLAN
Public Service Programs - The City will decrease the amount of CDBG funds allocated for public
service programs as follows:
1. Decreases will be made to public service programs in the following order:
a. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sounds One-to-One Youth Mentoring Program will
be reduced until it reaches the $10,000 minimum funding level; and then,
b. HealthPoint (formerly Community Health Centers of King County) Primary Dental
Program will be reduced until it reaches the $10,000 minimum funding level; and then,
c. Federal Way Senior Center A..9ult Day Care Program will be reduced until it reaches
the $10,000 minimum funding level; and then,
d. The Institute for Family Development PACT Program will be reduced until it reaches
the $10,000 minimum funding level; and then,
e. Orion Industries Work Enhancement Program will be reduced until it reaches the
$10,000 minimum funding level; and then. Any remaining funds available for public
services will be redistributed evenly to the reduced agencies above.
Planning and Administration - The City will decrease the amount of CDBG funds allocated for
CDSG planning and administration as follows: .
1. Fuhdsforadditionatptannin~activit1eswill be reduced first; then
2. Funding for CDBG administrative activities will be decreased.
CONSORTIUM CEIUNG:
In the event that the funding available for Federal Way's 2010 CDSG program is below the 2007
funding levelfor public service/planning and administration, the City will utilize any additional ceiling
available from the King County CDSG Consortium to maintain the funding level of the public
service/planning and administration categories at the 2007 CDBG level with the corresponding
reduction to 2010 CDSG capital funds.
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2010 COBG ALLOCATIONS PROCESS
Funding Conditions for Capital Projects and Public Service Projects
All 2010 COSG Projects
1. All CDBG projects are subject to the federal environmental review requirements of the
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) as of the date of submittal of application. An
environmental review of Federal Way-awarded CDBG projects must be completed by
King County before contracts will be executed. Costs of the NEPA review will be
charged to the CDBG project.
2. All projects must comply with Community Development Block Grant Program
Regulations (24 CFR Part 570) and applicable King County Consortium policies as
outlined in the King County Consortium Consolidated Housing & Community
Development Plan for 2005-2009, as amended, and updated for 2010.
3. All CDBG projects shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and City laws including,
without limitation, all City codes, ordinances, resolutions, standards and policies, as now
exist or hereafter adopted or amended including land use and/or building permit
requirements and processes.
Federal Way 2010 CDBG Capital Projects
All 261'0 CDBG Capital Protects
.
1. Federal Way 2010 CDBG Capital Projects will contract with the King County Department
of Community and Human Services unless otherwise notified.
2. Federal Way 2010 CDBG Capital Projects must be completed within 17 months from the
beginning of the program year that funds are awarded unless an earlier date is stated
below and/or the Joint Recommendation Committee extends the project with input from
the City of Federal Way. This policy may be amended by the Joint Recommendation
Committee.
3. Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 as
amended ("URA") and/or Section 1 04(d) of the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974, as amended ("Barney Frank Amendment") that are triggered by any project
must be included in the budget. Relocation requirements must be coordinated and
verified with King County Relocation Specialist.
4. Applicant must receive written notification from King County Community Services
Division staff verifying that environmental review is complete before any "choice limiting
activities" are taken. Federal Way and King County staff must be notified by the
applicant if any changes are made to the scope of the project since the 2010 CDBG
application was submitted.
5. CDBG capital awards over $25,000 are structured as a zero interest forgivable loan for a
set number of years depending on the amount of CDBG funds received and the type of
project. The property owner must be able and willing to secure the change of use
. restriction with a promissory note, deed of trust and any other required documents to
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King County. All security documents related tq funded capital project activities must be
submitted prior to the execution ofacontract between theawardedagency;,and the
County in order to incorporate these documents into the contractual agreement: . Failure
to execute security documents to the benefit of King County in a timely manner will result
in the cancellation of CDBG awards. .
.
The following specific condit/on(s) address concerns that Staff and the Commission
discussed as they reviewed the applications.
Highline Community College - Small Business Development Center Project
a) Funding for 2010 is contingent upon the City of Federal Way allocating 2010 general funds
through the budget process to support the half-time FTE business advisor and allow the
program to continue serving clients that are not GDBG eligible.
b) The project must be under contract with King County for 2009 CDBG project and in
compliance with contract and CDBG regulations for 2010CDBGfundsto be added to the
project.
c) The final award amount may be adjusted based upon the amount of CDBGJunds remaining
in the project that will be applied to the 2010 fund year.
d) Agency must verify..that a minimum of their clients are.S1%lovv-rnoderate-irlcome per official
HUDlncome Guidelines and maintain documentation offalTlily si~e, and inqo/Tle,:
e) q~rtification that no public funds will be used for lobbying signedbyHighline Community .
College President required,
Emergency Feeding, ~rogram -FacilityAc;qljisiti()p:
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a) Funding Is contingent upori the King CountY GDBG Consortium awarding funds tathe
project so that Federal Way may add CDBG funds withoy! it being counted as a Federal
Way stand-alone project. . . .
b) The project must clear NEPA environmental revie~ by King County b~fore, ranychoice
limiting ~ctivities, including acquiring th~ property, ente,ringlegally binding cOl1struction
contracts; c1earinglgradin~,. etc., may commence. Failure to do sp could result .in the project
becoming ineligible for Federal Way CDBG funds. Applic~nt must receive written
notification from King County Community Services Division staff verifying that envtr6nmental
review is complete before any "choice limiting activities" are taken.
c) Any purchase and sale agreement signed after application and before the proposed
project recetves-written<notification theNERAreview .iseo.mpletemust-inch:Jde
specific language in the purchase and sale agreement for a "conditional
commitment" clause, allowing the applicant to avoid purchasing the property if the
environmental review reveals something that does not comply with anyone of the
environmental review regulations, and then this feature cannot be mitigated. This
clause should be written into the purchase and sale agreement, and the seller must
initial by that section to acknowledge they agree to those terms.
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d) . King County NEPA environmental review costs have not been factored into the project cost.
Estimated costs will be requested from King County. The City may choose to increase an
award to cover environmental review costs or have environmental review costs deducted
from the requested funding level.
e) No Federal Way CDBG funds will be allocated until all funding is committed for acquisition.
All funding must be secured with approved documentation by March of 2011 for the project
to be funded by a Federal Way 2010 GDBG award. The project may reapply in future
funding rounds for consideration.
f) Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 as
amended ("URA") and/or Section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974, as amended ("Barney Frank Amendmenf') apply to this project. Relocation
requirements must be coordinated and verified with King County Relocation Specialist. The
City may choose to increase an award to cover URA costs or have URA costs deducted
from the requested funding level. The agency is responsible for meeting all notification and
documentation requirements.
g) Award contingent upon verification that appraised value is equal or greater than final
purchase price and review and approval of title insurance by City.
h) Staff may have additional recommendations for conditions of funding/issues to be
addressed prior to final funding recommendations.
FUSION - Transitional Housing -Facility Acquisition:
a) The project must clear NEPA environmental review by King County before any choice
limiting activities, including acquiring the property, entering legally binding construction
contracts, clearing/grading, etc., may commence. Failure to do so could result in the project
becoming ineligible for Federal Way CDBG funds. Applicant must receive written
notification from King County Community Services Division staff verifying that environmental
review is complete before any "choice limiting activities" are taken.
b) Any purchase and sale agreement signed after application and before the proposed project
receives written notification the NEPA review is complete must include specific language in
the purchase and sale agreement for a "conditional commitment" clause, allowing the
applicant to avoid purchasing the property if the environmental review reveals something
that does not comply with anyone of the environmental review regulations, and then this
feature cannot be mitigated. This clause should be written into the purchase and sale
agreement, and the seller must initial by that section to acknowledge they agree to those
terms.
c) King County environmental review costs have not been factored into the project cost.
Estimated costs will be requested from King County. The City may choose to increase an
award to cover environmental review costs or have environmental review costs deducted
from the requested funding level.
d) Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 as
amended ("U RA") and/or Section 1 04( d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974, as amended ("Barney Frank Amendmenf') apply to this project. Relocation
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requirements must be coordinated and verified with King County Relocation Specialist. The
City may choose to increase an award to cover URA costs orhave URA costs deducted .
from the requested funding level. The agency is responsible for meeting all notification and
documentation requirements.
e) Award contingent upon verification that appraised value is equal or greater than final
purchase price and review and approval of title insurance by City.
f) Subject to confirmation by King County that adequate record keeping is in place on past
acquisitions.
g) Adequate financial controls and recordkeeping must be in place prior to receipt of an award.
The City of '=ederal Way will monitor the agency to ensure adequate recordkeeping and
financial controls are in place. King County will be invited to participate in the monitoring.
Additional. conditions of funding may be added based upon the monitoring. The award may
be rescinded if any concerns are found and not addressed.
h) The award is contingent upon City review and approval of a fundraising plan or long-term
financial plan submitted by the ag.ency along with a fifteen-year operating pro forma with
inflation factored in.
i) The award is continaent upon City and County review and approval of a lona-term capital
needs assessment (CNA) plan for all.theproperties purchased with FederalWavCDBG.
The CNA will include a financial analvsis ofthe lona-term maintenance costs for. eachunil
j) Staff may have additionall"ecor:nmendatiQfi)s.fofTconditionSi,offundinglissues.taba
addressed prior to final fundingreCOmrTlend~Hon~.' ';" /,' ".,
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SKCAC Industries. ~ Green jobs for P.eop'I~, vvith~ever~ & DeveJdprrie~tal '
Disabilities: . .
a) Fundingi.s. contipgentupon..theKingCQuntyGDBG.ConsortiumaWarding f!:Jn~.s.JQthe'
project so that Federal Way mayadd.CDBGfundswithouti.t being counted as a Federal
Way stand-alone project. The scope of the Federal Way award will be determined based
upon the project(s) funded by the King County Consortium and proportionate benefit to
eligible Feqeral. Way clients for a documented eligible capital facilities improvement
b) The project must clear NEPA environmental review by King County before any choice
limiting activities, including acquiring the property, entering legally binding construction
contracts, clearing/grading, etc., may commence. Failure to do so could result in the project
becoming ineligible for Federal Way CDBGfunds.. Applicant must receive written
notification from King County Community Services Division staff verifying that environmental
review is complete before any "choice limiting activities" are taken.
c) King County environmental review costs have not been factored into the project cost.
Estimated costs will be requested from King County. . The City may choose to increase an
award to cover environmental review costs or have environmental review costs deducted
from the requested funding level.
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d) Staff may have additional recommendations for conditions of funding/issues to be
addressed prior to final funding recommendations.
Federal Way 2010 COBG Public Service Projects
All 2010 CDBG Public Service Proiects
1. If funded, service units and units of service may be adjusted based upon the amount of
funding and refinement of the program service and unit costs definitions. A line item
budget will be negotiated with the subrecipient.
2. 2010 awards are contingent upon successful completion of each agency's 2009 CDSG
Contract for public service, if applicable.
3. 2009 awards will be continued in 2010 subject to availability of funds and agency
performance in 2009. The CDSG Contingency Plan will be implemented should funding
increase or decrease.
The following specific condition{s) address concerns that Staff and the Commission
discussed as they reviewed the applications.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound - One-to-One Youth Mentoring Program
No specific conditions.
. Community Health Centers of King County - Primary Dental Program
a) Federal Way Dental Access Program funding is contingent upon the Federal Way Dental.
Access Program receiving funding from Federal Way's 2010 Human Services General Fund
for a minimum of $15,900.
b) Funds awarded, as part of Federal Way's 2010 CDSG program, must be used to provide
additional units of service above that provided by a 2010 Federal Way Human Services
General Fund award.
Multi-Service Center - Federal Way Emergency Feeding Program
a) Funds awarded, as part of Federal Way's 2010 CDSG program, must be used to provide
additional units of service above that provided by any 2010 Federal Way Human Services
General Fund award.
Federal Way Senior Center - Adult Day Care
No specific conditions.
Institute for Family Development - PACT (Parents and Children Together)
.
a) Institute for Family Development - PACT funding is contingent upon the PACT Program
receiving funding for Federal Way's 2010 Human Services General Fund for a minimum of
$3,000.
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b) Funds awarded, as part of Federal Way's 2010GDBG program, must be used toproyiqe .
additional units of service above that provided by a Federal Way 2010 Human Services
General Fund award.
Orion Industries - Work Enhancement Program
No specific conditions.
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{ITY OF .'(t:::::::::::::::::::;:::;::::::::::,::,::.,)'
Federal Way
Notice of Public Hearings:
Cancelation and Reallocation of
2009 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds &
Allocations of 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Federal Way Human Services Commission will
conduct a public hearings on Monday, August 17,2009, at 5:30 p.m. in the
Hylebos Conference Room on the second floor at City Hall (33325 8th Ave S, PO
Box 9718, Federal Way, Washington 98063-9718), to consider the proposed
funding of Federal Way's 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
program and the cancelation and reallocation of 2009 CDBG capital funds.
NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that the City of Federal Way is proposing to
cancel the Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation, Acquisition Community
Facility Project, 181 South 333rd St, Bldg C, Federal Way, that was awarded
$241,649 in 2009 CDBG Funds. CDBG funds were to be used for the acquisition
of a new building for Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation's clinic to
continue providing mental health services to low- and moderate-income
residents. This project was canceled by the applicant.
NOTICE OF REALLOCATION: The City of Federal Way is proposing to
reallocate the $241,649 from the above cancelled project per the 2009
Contingency Plan to King County Department of Community and Human
Services, Housing Repair Program, to provide the following housing repair
services for residents of Federal Way: a) interest free deferred payment loans up
to $25,000 to low- and moderate-income homeowners (up to 80% of median
income); b) matching funds program provides up to $25,000 as a deferred
payment loan as a match to low- and moderate-income homeowner (up to 80%
of median income) funding from a local lender or private funds; c) grants up to
$3,000 for emergency repairs to low-income homeowners (up to 500/0 of median
income); and d) grants up to $5,000 for emergency repairs to mobile homes
owned by low-income persons. e) grants up to $8,000 for weatherization (up to
80% of median income). Program eligibility requirements are included in King
County Code chapter 24.16.
2010 CDBG PROGRAM: Detailed information about the proposed funding
levels for 2010 public service programs and capital projects is available for
review during regular business hours at the Department of Community
Development-Human Services Division (address above). For additional
information, please contact Lynnette Hynden, Human Services Manager, at 253-
835-2650, during normal business hours. Written comments on Federal Way's
proposed 2010 CDBG program will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on August 17,
2009, and may be forwarded to: City of Federal Way, Attn: Lynnette Hynden,
P.O. Box 9718, Federal Way, WA 98063-9718. Any person may present written
comments to the Human Services Commission during the hearing, and/or may
appear at the public hearing to give public testimony
Reasonable accommodations at the public hearing such as sign language
interpretation or alternate formats for printed materials are available for
individuals with disabilities with advance notice. City Hall complies with the
American Disabilities Act. Please call Lynnette Hynden at (253) 835-2650 at
least one business day in advance to request accommodation. For TDD relay
service call 1-800-833-6388/TDD or 1-800-833-6384/voice. This notice will be
translated into alternate formats for individuals with disabilities and/or alternate
languages upon request.
To be published in The Federal Way Mirror on August 1,2009
Lynnette Hynden
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
mandy ma [hmamandy@yahoo.com]
Monday, August 17, 20092:40 PM
Lynnette Hynden
Wonil Cho; michael Park; Cary Roe; David Chung
Re: 2010 CDSG Capital Application for MSM & Evergreen Senior Club Congregated
meatsite renovation Project
Dear Ms. Lynnette Hynden,
We received your letter through the mail last week and do not understand the reason of
denial for the project. The building is a church building and open to public use.
On the 10th of February, 2009, we were discussed about the CDBG capital application as a
solution for Evergreen.
We applied for the CDBG capital grant upon the agreement betweem Evergreen Senior Club
and the City in the February meeting with the City of Federal Way.
Now we are fraustrated about the dicistion.
Would you explain further detail about the clause, "the intent of the CDBG regulation with
limited service to be provided"? This church showed it's good intention to sharing space to
public.
Also, below you mentioned that "if your situation changes next year". What situation? What
change?
Sincerely,
Mandy Ma
Executive Director
My Service Mind
11016 Bridgeport Way SW
LakewoodW A 98499
(253)584-5615
(253)588-2305
hma mandy@yahoo.com
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Your letter we received last week.
July 30, 2009
Ms. Mandy Ma, Executive Director
My Service Mind
11016 Bridgeport Way SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Re: 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Capital Application for My Service Mind & Evergreen Senior
Club Kitchen Renovation Project
Dear Ms. Ma:
Thank you for the submittal of the 2010 CDBG Capital Application on behalf of My Service Mind/Evergreen Senior Club
for the remodel of a kitchen to meet the requirements of a congregate meal site program.
Based upon review of the application and additional information provided, it has been determined that this project is
not eligible for CDBG capital funds.. The proposed building is not a public facility that meets the intent of the CDBG
regulations with the limited service to be provided. Federal Way values the service that My Service Mind and Evergreen
Senior Club provides to our community. Unfortunately, we are not able to consider the application submitted for
funding.
Sincerely,
Lynnette Hynden, Manager
Human Services Division
From: Lynnette Hynden <Lynnette.Hynden@cityoffederalway.com>
To: "hmamandy@yahoo.com" <hmamandy@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, August 3,20093:52:15 PM
Subject:
Hello Mandy,
I wanted to attach the letter that you will be receiving in the mail. First off, thank you for your efforts in applying for the
CDBG funds. You will note from the letter that your project was not within the scope of consideration for funding. If
your situation changes next year when we anticipate funds to be availabl~ again, please do apply.
Sincerely,
Lynnette
Lynne/Ie S. Hyndll.My i!I!&mager
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Human Services Division
City of Federal Way
33325 8th Ave South
Mailing: PO Box 9718
Federal Way, WA 98063
253-835-2650
253-835-2609 (fax)
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Lynnette Hynden
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Lynnette Hynden
Tuesday, August 18, 20099:05 AM
'mandy ma'
Wonil Cho; michael Park; CaryRoe; David Chung; Greg Fewins
RE: 2010 CDBG Capital Application for MSM & Evergreen Senior Club Congregated
mealsite renovation Project
Hello Ms. Ma,
I am so sorrv we did not see you last night at our public hearing, however, David Chung was present and did present
testimony in addition, I read your statement into the record. Both Keili O'Donnell and I discussed at length the
issues/questions 'Iou raised in 'lour email. In addition the Commission revisited the discussion concerning your program
and it ineligible status. The Commission sincerely deliberated over the application! process and decision not tofundthe
capital project.
I am sorry about your 'frustration! equally the Commission is frustrated because their hands are tied by the Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) . Federal Hegulations. CDBG is federal funds and as such comes with very stringent
regulations. HUD was consulted about your prl"ljectjapplication to dl:!terrnine any and <If! possibilities.
The city simply cannot use its capital dollars to rnake improvements to part of a building that wotl!d have other uses
<lttached and the church is truly not an "opl:m facility" f(jr the cornmunity it would h<lve to demonstrate it serves. In your
case the kitchen would have to be separate from the intended use of thl:! building in order to monitor and document the
population the kitchen irnprovt:;rnents would be serving. Then if the kitchen could be locked off, rnl:!aning the church
would not have access to it. we would have to consider whether thl:! restricted use of the funds is a proper use of the
public funds serving thl:! entire public interest. Getting the rnost low income served and reached with public funds is
<llso a n:!quirement. Your feeding program is a wonderful prograrn but it does not qualify for c<lpital project funding.
The Commission supports yom program through General Fund program dollars.
Finally, I want to convey it was not a dedskJn taken lightly last night or in pn::vious ml::etings. The Human Services
Commission requested that I purposefully and meaningfully convey their disappointment but thl-:;ir hands are til:!d by
other regulations outside oftheir decision making authority.
If you would like to meet in person regarding this issue or any other concerns you may have. please let me know and I
will make rnV'.>elf available to yol.!.
Lynnette Hynden
From: mandy ma [mailto:hmamandy@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 2:40 PM
To: Lynnette Hynden
Cc: Wonil Cho; michael Park; Cary Roe; David Chung
Subject: Re: 2010 CDBG Capital Application for MSM & Evergreen SeniOr Club Congregated mealsite renovation Project
Dear Ms. lynnette Hynden,
We received your letter through the mail last week and do not understand the reason of
denial for the project. The building is a church building and open to public use.
On the 10th of February, 2009, we were discussed about the CDBG capital application as a
solution for Evergreen.
We applied for the CDBG capital grant upon the agreement betweem Evergreen Senior Club
and the City in the February meeting with the City of Federal Way.
Now we are fraustrated about the dicistion.
Would you explain further detail about the clause, If the intent of the CDBG regulation with
limited service to be provided"? This church showed it's good intention to sharing space to
public.
Also, below you mentioned that "if your situation changes next year". What situation? What
change?
Sincerely,
Mandy Ma
Executive Director
My Service Mind
11016 Bridgeport Way SW
lakewood WA 98499
(253)584-5615
(253) 588-2305
hmamandy@yahoo.com
Your letter we received last week.
July 30, 2009
Ms. Mandy Ma, Executive Director
My Service Mind
11016 Bridgeport Way SW
lakewood, WA 98499
Re: 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Capital Application for My Service Mind & Evergreen Senior
Club Kitchen Renovation Project
2
Dear Ms. Ma:
Thank you for the submittal of the 2010 CDBG Capital Application on behalf of My Service Mind/Evergreen Senior Club
for the remodel of a kitchen to meet the requirements of a congregate meal site program.
Based upon review of the application and additional information provided, it has been determined that this project is
not eligible for CDBG capital funds.. The proposed building is not a public facility that meets the intent of the CDBG
regulations with the limited service to be provided. Federal Way values the service that My Service Mind and Evergreen
Senior Club provides to our community. Unfortunately, we are not able to consider the application submitted for
funding.
Sincerely,
Lynnette Hynden, Manager
Human Services Division
From: Lynnette Hynden <Lynnette.Hynden@cityoffecleralway.com>
To: "hmamandy@yahoo.com" <hmamandy@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, August 3, 2009 3:52:15 PM
Subject:
Hello Mandy,
I wanted to attach the letter that you will be receiving in the mail. First off, thank you for your efforts in applying for the
CDBG funds. You will note from the letter that your project was not within the scope of consideration for funding. If
your situation changes next year when we anticipate funds to be available again, please do apply.
Sincerely,
Lynnette
Lynnette S. Hyndsn, Manager
Human Services Division
City of Federal Way
33325 8th Ave South
Mailing: PO Box 9718
Federal Way, WA 98063
253.835.2650
253-835-2609 (fax)
Ivnnette.hvnden@citvoffederalwavocom
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cny OF
Federal
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
July 20,2009
Human Services Commission
Kelli O'Donnell, CDBG Coordinat~
2010 Community Development BfcfukGr~nt (CDBG) Planning and Administration
Budget -- Staff Recommendation
Introduction and Backaround
As part of your funding recommendations to the City Council, the Commission will make a
recommendation regarding the use of 2010 CDBG Planning and Administration funds. This memo
includes: background information on how the CDBG Planning and Administration funds have been
used in previous years and the staff recommendation for use of the 2010 CDBG Planning and
Administration funds.
The total estimated amount of Federal Way's CDBG program for 2010 as of July 2009, is $723,071.
Of this, $73,158 is earmarked for planning and administration of the City's CDBG Program. . The
budget proposed by staff utilizes the full amount of estimated CDBG Planning and Administration
funds available, which is consistent with past years. The estimated planning and administration
funds available to Federal Way in 2009 have decreased by $12,819 from 2008. Funds available for
planning and administration that are not programmed will be added to Federal Way's CDBG Capital
funds.
Eliaible Uses of Plannina and Administration Funds
Planning and Administration is one of three categories that the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (CDBG) has deemed as an eligible use of CDBG funds. Eligible uses of Planning and
Administration dollars include: personnel and related administrative costs used to administer the
CDBG program, planning projects such as studies, analyses, data gathering and preparation of
written plans and action items. Administrative costs include the cost of required legal ads,. office
supplies, and travel and training. The proposed use of the City's 2010 Planning and Administration
Funds is consistent with the HUD eligibility guidelines.
Proposed Use of 2010 COBG Plannina and Administration Funds
The proposed 2010 budget is outlined below, with the 2008 Actual and 2009 Budget provided for
comparison purposes. Below are the estimated costs and descriptions of each budget category.
COBG Planning and Administration Budget
Budget Category
Personnel Costs
$84,907
$ 1,060
$0
2009 Budget Proposed 2010
$90,492 $90,492
$0 $0
$0 $0
2008 Actual
Program Operating Costs
Consultant and Purchased Services
I Estimated Funds Available 2009 j 1 $73,158 1 $73,158 l
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Budaet Cateaorv Descriptions
Personnel Costs - Includes a portion of the salary and benefits for the Human Services & CDBG
Coordinator and a portion of the salary and benefits of the Human Services Manager.
Program Operating Costs - Includes legal advertising, training, mileage reimbursement,
equipment, and supplies necessary for administering the CDBG program. Since the funds available
will not cover personnel expenses, program operating costs will be charged to the Human Services
General Fund.
Consultant and Purchased Services - Includes special project funds for consultant or purchased
services. In past years, these funds have been used for updates to the Human Services
Comprehensive Plan, outcomes technical assistance to agencies, and development of the
CDBG/Human Services photo display board. Since the funds available will nofcOver personnel
expenses, program operating costs will be charged to the Human Services General Fund.
Local/Consortium Strateav Addressed
The proposed use of 2010 CDBG Planning and Administration funds is consistent with the King
County CDBG Consolidated Plan and the City's Consolidated Plan and is an eligible activity in
CDBG Program Regulations at 24 CFR 570.205 and 570.206.
Local Strategy: Continue to develop a comprehensive human service network at the local. and
regional level to more effectively address human service needs of Federal Way's low-income and
special needs populations. (HSS4)
Consortium Strategy: Community/Economic Development Goal 3: Human Services Agencies.
Improve the ability of health and human service agencies to serve our low- to moderate-income
residents effectively and efficiently. Objective 1.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends using the full amount of 2010 CDBG Planning. and Administration Funds
available ($73,158) for the administration ofthe City's CDBG program. Per the 2010 Contingency
Plan, Clny increases would be utilized to fully fund the administration of the program. Any funding
shortfall will be part budgeted as part of the Human Services General Fund.
Adoption of the 2010 planning and administration budget win be part of the Commission's final
recommendation for the 2010 CDBG program.
If you have any questions about the planning and administration budget, please call me at (253)
835-2653 or E-mail atkelli.odonnell@cityoffederalway.com
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM #:
(oc?v
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: City Council Position Regarding City of Federal Way Proposition No.1: Adopting a
Mayor/Council Form of Government
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD THE CITY COUNCIL TAKE A POSITION PURSUANT TO RCW 42.17.130(1)
REGARDING CITY OF FEDERAL WAY PROPOSITION No.1: ADOPTING A MA YORlCOUNCIL FORM OF
GOVERNMENT?
COMMITTEE: N/A
MEETING DATE:
CATEGORY:
D Consent
D City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
~
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: PAT
CITY ATTORNEY
DEPT: Law
Attachments: Staff Report prepared by City Attorney Richardson
Options Considered:
1. Direct Staff to draft a resolution reflecting the City Council's support of City of Federal Way Proposition No.
1 to be approved at the October 6, 2009 City Council meeting.
2. Direct Staff to draft a resolution reflecting the City Council's opposition to City of Federal Way Proposition
No. 1 to be approved at the October 6, 2009 City Council meeting.
3. Continue the public hearing to October 6, 2009 for Council's further consideration.
4. Direct Staff to not take any further action.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: n/a
Committee
H 0(,' I }P~
t. I,J, '1/0~ DIRECTOR ApPROVAL:
Counci
Committee
PI({
Council
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: 11/1{,
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: HI move approval of Option _ "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLEDillEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
CITY OF
Federal Way
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
CC:
SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS I. q~",1 VI
BRIAN WILSON, INTERIM CITY MANAGERb, P;
PATRICIA RICHARDSON, CITY ATTORNEY
STAFF REPORT PROPOSITION 1 - COUNCIL-MAYOR FORM OF GOVERNMENT
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Pursuant to RCW 42.17.130(1) the City Council may take action in a public meeting to express a
collective position in support of or in opposition to a ballot proposition provided that proper
notice of the topic was published and there is an equal opportunity for both sides to express their
VIews.
Council directed Staff to place a public hearing concerning Proposition 1 - Council-Mayor Form
of Government on the September 15,2009, City Council meeting agenda. The City Clerk
published notice of the public hearing on September 9,2009. Communications Governmental
Affairs Manager Farmer notified both sides of the public hearing.
This staff report begins with the areas that will not change, attaches a table from Municipal
Research comparing the two forms of government, and attaches an article from Municipal
Research with a more detailed explanation of the forms of government.
NO CHANGE
The distinction between the Council - Manager or Council - Mayor forms of government
basically entails the daily operations of city government. The seven (7) elected Council
positions will continue to be elected at large for four-year terms. The Municipal Court judges
will continue to be elected for four-year terms and the separation ofthe judicial branch will
continue. The Independent Salary Commission will continue to set the salary of the Mayor and
Council members. The Mayor will continue to preside over Council meetings and will continue
to attend ceremonies as representative of the City.
MUNICIPAL RESEARCH TABLE
Comparing/ Contrasting the Mcryor-Council and
Council-Manager Forms of Government
Characteristics
authority
Executive authority
executive
of department
Underlying principles
mayor
elected
election
term
(with council
conf1tmation if provided)
can propose
Separation of powers
leadership
Strong central executive
Council- Manager
cil on the basis of
emoved by a majority vote of the council
Indefinite
4-year term
Manager (no council conf1tmation)
Manager
o veto
Manager
I Separation of politics from administration
I Promotion of economy and efficiency through
iprofessional management
! Strong central executive
2
Forms of Government Overview
MRSC - AUGUST 2003
Washington cities and towns are organized under three principal forms of government: the
mayor-council form, the council-manager form and the commission form. Of Washington's 281
cities and towns, 227 (81 %) operate under the mayor-council form, 53 (18%) have adopted the
council-manager form, and 1 (<1 %) operates under the commission form. As a practical matter,
the primary forms are the mayor-council and the council-manager forms, since there is only one
remaining commission city and no cities have adopted this form in recent years.
Each of these alternative forms represents a somewhat different approach to organizing the
political and administrative structure of a city or town government. In general, choosing the form
of government is not a matter of how much legislative and/or administrative authority the city or
town will have. That will be the same regardless of the form that is selected. The most significant
differences between the two primary forms of government stem from the location and
distribution of authority between the legislative and executive officials. These factors account for
most of the differences between the two primary forms of government and have different
implications for how a city or town will be governed and administered.
Mayor-Council Form of Government
The mayor-council form consists of an elected mayor (elected at-large), who serves as the city's
chief administrative officer, and a council (elected either at -large or from districts), which serves
as the municipality's legislative body. The council has the authority to formulate and adopt city
policies and the mayor is responsible for carrying them out. The mayor attends and presides over
council meetings but does not vote, except in the case of a tie.
Mayoral veto authority is specified in the state laws relating to each city classification or is
determined by local charter. In first class cities, the mayor's veto authority is specified in the city
charter. In second class cities, the mayor may veto an ordinance, but the mayor's veto can be
overridden by five members of the council. In code cities, the mayor may veto ordinances, but
the mayor's veto can be overridden by a majority plus one of the entire council membership.
T own mayors do not have a veto power.
Many mayor-council cities have hired professional city administrators to serve under the mayor
and assist with administrative and policy-related duties. By doing so, these cities hope to gain the
benefits of professional management, allowing the mayor to focus greater attention on policy
development and political leadership roles.
Council-Manager Form of Government
The council-manager form consists of an elected city council which is responsible for policy
making, and a professional city manager, appointed by the council, who is responsible for
administration. The city manager provides policy advice, directs the daily operations of city
3
government, handles personnel functions (including the power to appoint and remove
employees) and is responsible for preparing the city budget.
Under the council-manager statutes, the city council is prohibited from interfering with the
manager's administration. The city manager, however, is directly accountable to and can be
removed by a majority vote of the council at any time.
The mayor in council-manager cities is generally selected by the city council. The person
selected must also be a councilmember. In optional municipal code cities or first class cities, the
mayor may be directly elected by the people. The mayor presides at council meetings and is
recognized as the head of the city for ceremonial purposes, but has no regular administrative
duties.
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM #: .1 tt. '
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: World Championship of Sand Sculpture
POLICY QUESTION: Should the City of Federal Way support the establishment of the World Championship of
Sand Sculpture in Federal Way in September 201O?
COMMITTEE: N/ A
MEETING DATE: N/A
CATEGORY:
D Consent
~ City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: PATRICK DOHERTY
.......................-........................................................... .............................................................- ...........--.....-.....-........-........... ....................................................
DEPT: CITY MANAGER
Attachments: World Championship of Sand Sculpture Prospectus
Summary/Background:
The World Championship of Sand Sculpture has been held in Harrison Hot Springs, BC, for the past 19 years. Its
founders and organizers, Bob and Karen Bell, have decided not to continue producing the event in Harrison Hot
Springs any longer. However, Mr. Bell is very interested in seeing the event take place in a new venue with
much greater growth potential, such as within the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area. Mr. Bell has granted
permission to Doc Reiss of Port Angeles and Bob Hitchcock of Federal Way to take over the World
Championship of Sand Sculpture brand and event, with the intention that this event be sited in Federal Way.
Mssrs. Reiss and Hitchcock attended the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) meeting on 9/8/09 at which
time they presented an itemized prospectus of the event, containing estimated revenue and expenditure numbers,
attendance projections, and a request for City financial participation.
A summary of the details contained in the attached prospectus indicate that the event would take place from 9/7
through 10/2/10. Sculptors from around the nation and world would participate in this international
championship, which would attract up to 80,000 paying attendees. The proposed site of this event would be the
vacant land just to the south of Truman High School, currently owned by Federal Way Public Schools. The
estimated total expenses would be approximately $460,000, with revenues anticipated to reach to over $740,000.
Mr. Hitchcock stated that, while projected revenues exceed projected expenses, there is an issue of start-up
funding and cash-flow concerns in that a sizable amount of expenses could be due before the revenue comes in.
His hope is for up to $185,000 in City and/or other governmental or agency funding.
The LTAC members were interested in the proposal and concurred that such an event would be a substantial
tourism draw for the City. The Committee members unanimously agreed to support the event, stating that upon
subsequent City Council support, they would analyze the LTAC budget and offer their recommendation on any
potential LTAC funding for the project. They did mention, however, that there would likely be nowhere near the
full request of$185,000 available in the LTAC budget, with something more on the order of $50,000 potentially
available.
Options:
1. Support the establishment of the World Championship of Sand Sculpture event in Federal Way
for 9/7-10/2/10 and request the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee to offer back to City Council
its recommended level of financial support from lodging tax revenues.
2. Take no action.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: N/A
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
.L; tJ./W'\
DIRECTOR ApPROVAL:
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Committee
Committee
Council
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "I move to approve Option 1,
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
We are blessed that Bob Bell, the
originator of The World Champion-
ship of Sand Sculpture, has given us
permission to use the title and the
higWy-coveted awards that belong
solely to the event.
Federal Way is about to become the Sand Sculpt-
ing Capital of the World. Imagine 60 sculptors,
coming from all corners of the globe to compete,
each bringing their own idea of what it takes to
win. .. each showing their cultural influences in
their craft.
We now have the opportunity to
take this eighteen-year-old contest and bring it to the next level by hosting it in an
area that is easily accessible to many more people and by staging it in multiple venues.
This presentation will cover the basics of the con-
test. Without knowledge of the specific areas to be
used, designing the galleries is not possible. So
for the purpose of illustration, we are submitting the
square footage of each gallery.
You will also find a list of supplies and amenities
that will be needed. We have not yet had the chance
to cost them all out. The numbers we have been
able to determine are included.
q'/ie 2008 Pirst cpface SoCoScuCpture andScuCptor's Clioice}Lward"Winner
The advantages of making this competition exclusive - an invitation only event -
include not only controlling the costs but also the talent level. It also elevates the
status of the event in both the sculptor's eyes and that of the public.
Sculptors will take less from a competition than they demand when working for a
corporation to create a commissioned piece. The prize structure we are proposing is
shown by catagory and winning level. There is also a "show up & finish" amount for
those who do not place. As these galleries will be left open for three - four weeks,
"finished" will mean that the piece has also been sprayed with a bio-degradable pre-
servative.
The "People's Choice" awards will determined by the attendees voting for their
favorite sculpture at a cost of 25 cents a vote. At that level, parents can easily allow
each of their children to vote. This should pay for the awards and bring additional
income from the festival. Gallery day passes, rather than single admissions, encour-
age frequent voting as people return, note progress and change their minds or re-
invest themselves emotionally on their original choice.
Event Timeline:
Venue #1: (Sept. 7 - Oct. 2)
Three days prior to opening (9/4 Sat.) -- Sand arrives 20 yards
Two days prior to opening(9 / 5 Sun.) -- Pound Up. Mechanical tamper needed.
One day prior to opening (9/6 Mon.) -- Carving starts
Venue opens (9/7 Tues.)
Venue plus six days (9/12 Sun.) -- Carving Display #1 stops
Venue plus seven days (9/13 Mon.) -- Sand arrives 20 yards
Venue plus eight days (9/14 Tues.) -- Pound Up.
Venue plus nine days (9/15 Wed.) -- Carving Display #2 starts
Venue plus sixteen days (9/22 Wed.) -- 2nd display finished
Venue #2: Doubles Class
One day prior to opening (9/9 Thurs.)-- Sand arrives 200 yards
Opening Day (9/10 Fri.) -- Pound Up
Venue opens (9/10 Fri.)
Carving starts (9/11 Sat.)
Carving runs Venue plus three days. (9/13 Mon.)
Venue #3: Teams/So~s
One day prior to opening (9/13 Mon.) -- Team Sand arrives 180 yards
Opening Day (9/14 Tues.) -- Pound Up
Venue plus one day (9/15 Wed.) -- Carving starts
Carving runs Venue plus four days. (9/18 Sat.)
One day prior to opening (9/13 Mon.) -- Solo Sand arrives 300 yards
Opening Day (9/14 Tues.) -- Pound Up
Venue plus one day (9/15 Wed.) -- Carving starts
Venue plus ten days (9/18 Sat.)-- Carving stops
Venue plus ten days (9/18 Sat.) -- Judging, Awards Dinner
Venues 2 & 3 run as display galleries through end of festival (9/19 - 10/2/2010).
Venue #1 runs as a display gallery 9/23 - 10/2
October 3, 2010 (Sun.) Tear Down.
Twenty-six days open to the public, thirty days total.
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Potential Revenue Streams:
Adult Admssion:
6 - 12 year-olds:
Under 6
$5 per person estimated 40,000
$2 per person estimated 40,000
no charge
$200,000
$ 80,000
Voting Boxes:
25 cents per vote, estimated 30,000 votes
$ 7,500
Booth Space Fees:
Sponsorships: 46 sculptures x $2,000 per
$ 92,000
Product Placement Sponsorship (suggested price)
*($4,000 to festival, $1,000 to sculptor)
$ 5,000*
World 'Team cCass.'
$6,000
$5,000
World (j)ou6Ces cCass.'
..1
$3,000
$2,000 $1,500
World SoCos cCass.' .
<tTh..e doe Maize
Memorial
Trophy:
$2,500
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$2,000 $1,500
$4,000
.' ' '. People's Choice
Award:
The Marc Altamare
Memorial Trophy
$2,500
f. . ': :.': People's Choice
. . Award:
$1,000
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$1,000 $750
~" Choice
. - --Award:
Worlii's C/iampion ScuCptors'
C/ioice ;zL ward':
$1,000
$650
quaranteed
S/iow-Vp d Pinis/i
Stipend
$500
q'otaCs: q'eam - $17,500, (j)ou6fes - $7,500, Sows - $8,400, S.e. - $1,000, Snow-up - $27,000
FEDERAL WAY SAND SCULPTURES
INCOME
ArtisansN endors
City Grants
Admissions
Peoples Choice
Memorabilia
Sponsorships
Rides/Carnival
TOTAL INCOME:
EXPENSES
Room Nights - 512 x $120
Food (546)
Travel
Sand
Tent
3 Kabota Tractors (Donated)
Plywood
2 x 4's
Golf Carts
Transportation
Barricades
Electrical
Sanicans
Garbage (Donated)
Other Equipment
Display Sculpture
Insurance
License/Permits
Postage
Print/Copy
Accounting
Program Coordinators
Other Services
Media Promotion
TV/Radio
Print
Memorabilia
A wards/Plaques
Website
Yard Signs
Security - 24 hr.
Telephones
Volunteer Expenses
Community (stages, etc.)
Stage Entertainment
Miscellaneous Expenses
TOTAL EXPENSES:
$167,250
185,000
280,000
8,000
5,000
92,000
5.000
$742,250
$ 61,440
16,380
90,000
16,800
26,000
6,120
2,300
2,400
1,500
2,500
2,500
4,500
2,000
10,000
3,000
1,500
3,000
4,000
30,000
2,500
34,000
16,000
5,000
65,000
600
1,200
13,800
1,500
2,500
15,200
15,000
2.500
$460,740
NET INCOME: $281,510
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7/14/2009
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM#: J b
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: PROPOSED RESOLUTION OPPOSING INITIATIVE 1033
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION OPPOSING INITIATIVE
1033?
COMMITTEE: N/A
MEETING DATE:
CATEGORY:
D Consent
lXJ City Council Business
D Ordinance
X Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: PATRICIA RICHARDSON, CITY ATT9RNEYmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm~~~~:~~~
Attachments: Proposed resolution opposing Initiative 1033.
Background: State law prohibits the use of public facilities for all campaign purposes (i.e. an individual candidate and/or
ballot proposition). However, public facilities may be used if the City Council desires to take a formal and collective
position. State law provides public facilities may be used provided (1) the notice of the meeting includes the title and
number of the ballot proposition, and (2) all are provided an approximately equal opportunity to express individual opinions
(pro and con).
On September 1, 2009 during its regularly scheduled council meeting, the City Council held a public hearing regarding
Initiative 1033 (1-1033) concerning state, county and city revenues. Representatives in support ofI-l 033 and representatives
in opposition to 1-1033 were invited to speak at the hearing. Public notice of the hearing was given and equal opportunity
was provided for those supporting and those opposing the initiative to speak. After listening to presentations and public
comment, and after discussing the initiative, Council directed staff to prepare a resolution opposing the initiative.
Options Considered: 1. Approve the proposed resolution opposing Initiative 1033.
2. ............M'?4.iD'...!h~...p~'?P'?~~4~.~.~'?~~!i()!1..'?pP'?~!~g!~i!i~!iy~JQ??:mmmmmmmmmmmmmm......mmmmmmmmmmmmmm....
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Option 1
Committee
{J)Jllr""'1k~/~RECTOR ApPROVAL:
Council I
Committee
fAt(
Council
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/ A
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: OJ move approval of Option _"
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERREDINO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
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ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, WASHIN.GTON, OPPOSING INITIATIVE
1033 CONCERNING STATE, COUNTY AND CITY REVENUE
WHEREAS, Initiative 1033 will be presented to the voters in conjunction with the general
election on November 3, 2009; and
WHEREAS, if passed, Initiative 1033 would limit growth in state revenues deposited in
funds subject to the state expenditures limit and would limit growth in the county and city revenues
deposited into the county and city current expense fund; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Office of Financial Management estimates that, if passed,
Initiative 1033 will reduce general fund revenues by2015 in the amount of5.9 billion dollars for the
state, 694 million dollars for counties, and 2.1 billion dollars for cities; and
WHEREAS, if passed, the effect of Initiative 1033 on Federal Way would be to (1) reduce
general fund revenues, (2) limit ability to make public improvements, (3) limit ability to deal with
unanticipated costs, such as emergencies and emerging issues or opportunities, and (4) increase
margin between revenues and costs; and
WHEREAS, if passed, Initiative 1033 would impact Federal Way's general fund revenues
beginning in 2011 and impact the increase in utility tax transfers from capital to operation to cover
the current revenue shortfall; and
WHEREAS, ifpassed, Initiative 1033 would reduce general fund revenues available to spend
on operation by approximately 3.6 million dollars through 2015; and
RES #
, Page 1
WHEREAS, if passed, Initiative 1033 will slow revenue recovery - with the revenue cap, it
will take until 2014 for revenues to recover to 2007 levels and would delay several programs and
projects such as restoring Federal Way's annual street resurfacing program and implementing the
park capital improvement plan; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with RCW 42.17.130(1), notice for the opportunity to comment
was published, and a public hearing was held on September 1, 2009, and equal opportunity was
provided for those in favor of and those opposed to Initiative 1033 to speak;
WHEREAS, the Council finds that an expression opposing Initiative 1033 is appropriate and
in the public's interest,
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City of Federal Way City Council opposes Initiative 1033, which will be
presented to voters in conjunction with the November 3, 2009 general election ballot.
Section 2. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase ofthis resolution should
be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this resolution.
Section 3. Corrections. The City Clerk and the codifiers ofthis resolution are authorized to
make necessary corrections to this resolution including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener/clerical errors, references, resolution numbering, section/subsection numbers and any
references thereto.
RES #
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Section 4. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective date
of this resolution is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 5. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage by
the Federal Way City Council.
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON this
day of
,2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, JACK DOVEY
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, CAROL MCNEILLY, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, PATRICIA A. RICHARDSON
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
RESOLUTION NO.:
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15,2009
ITEM#: 10
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: JAG Property Proceeds Distribution and Hold Harmless Agreement with the City of Bellevue
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE JAG
PROPERTY PROCEEDS DISTRIBUTION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF BELLEVUE?
COMMITTEE: N/A
MEETING DATE: YlIA..--
CATEGORY:
D Consent
~ City Council Business
STAFF REpORT By: BRYANT
D Ordinance
D Resolution
D
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Public Hearing
Other
FINANCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR DEPT: Finance
Attachments: (1) Staff Report prepared by Bryant Enge; (2) Attachment 1: JAG Property Proceeds Distribution
Table that shows estimated property proceeds distribution by city; and (3) Proposed Proceeds Distribution and
Hold Harmless Agreement
Options Considered:
1. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the Proceeds Distribution and Hold Harmless
Agreement to receive an apportionment of the jail property proceeds.
2. Do not authorize the City Manager and provide alternative direction to staff.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Option 1
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
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Committee
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: () I ~
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "1 move approval of Option _ "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLED/DEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
CITY OF
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
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FROM:
SEPTEMBER 4, 2009
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ~
BRIAN WILSON, INTERIM CITY MANAGER
BRYANT ENGE, FINANCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATO
JAG PROPERTY PROCEEDS DISTRIBUTION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
SUBJECT:
FISCAL IMPACT
The Jail Advisory Group (JAG) designated the City of Bellevue lead agency for maintaining and
disposing of three parcels of land abutting 116th Avenue N.E. just north of NE Ith St (tax parcels #
2825059291,2825059292, and 2825059015). These parcels were provided to cities through negotiation
of the Jail Services Agreement with King County in 2002. As lead agency, Bellevue is holding the
proceeds from the sale of the property on behalf of all King County cities. The total amount of proceeds
(net sale proceeds plus investment interest revenue) is approximately $13.1 million. The cities, through
the Jail Oversight Assembly, have directed distribution of the proceeds to each city signing the Proceeds
Agreement based on a methodology that utilizes an average of each city's assessed valuation and jail
population (see Attachment 1).
As the caretaker of the property, Bellevue is allowed to recover costs incurred to manage and sell the
properties, which totaled approximately $100,000. This amount will be deducted from the total proceeds
prior to distribution to all of the cities in order to reimburse Bellevue for incurred expenses. Based upon
the Oversight Assembly's approved methodology, the City of Federal Way's estimated share of the
remaining proceeds is approximately $592,399.79. Based upon the 2002 Jail Services Agreement (JSA)
with King County, the proceeds must be used for the purpose of providing or contracting for secure jail
beds. The City of Federal Way, however, maintains discretion over the specific use of its share of the
proceeds, provided the funds are used in a manner consistent with the JSA. Council has previously
accounted for and committed these funds to pay Federal Way's SCORE project costs, which complies
with the JSA.
POLICY CONSIDERATION
Contracts providing jail beds for city misdemeanant inmates at King County and Yakima County expire
in 2012 and 2010 respectively. Cities have been working together to plan for secure jail beds for city
inmates in the future. As a component of the 2002 JSA with King County, King County transferred
ownership of property located in Bellevue to the City of Bellevue on behalf of all King County cities.
The JSA allows cities to use the proceeds from the sale of the property for the purpose of building or
contracting for secure jail beds. As the lead city designated to maintain and dispose of the property,
Bellevue is responsible for making the distribution of the proceeds from the property's sale according to
the methodology approved by the Jail Oversight Assembly. In Bellevue's lead role, it also has unique
obligations to return proceeds to King County should one or more cities misspend their proceeds. On
July 6, 2009, the Bellevue City Council approved the Proceeds Agreement, carrying out direction made
by the Jail Oversight Assembly last year to distribute proceeds from the sale of the of the jail property to
each city for jail purposes and to protect Bellevue in its lead role should a return of proceeds to King
County be required.
BACKGROUND
Regional Jail Planning and Jail Property
The JAG (the Jail Administration Group) was formed after renegotiation of the JSA which calls for a
phased reduction in cities' misdemeanant prisoners. The current agreement ends on December 31,2012,
which is the date that all city misdemeanants must be housed in alternate facilities unless other
arrangements are made with King County. The JAG provides an organizational structure for coordinating
the contract for jail beds with Yakima and King counties and to plan for new local jail beds that would be
needed when the King County contract expires.
The full JAG represents thirty-seven King County cities and includes an oversight committee composed
of elected officials from each city (the Jail Oversight Assembly). A jail needs study was completed in
2006 which identified a total projected average daily bed need of 1,450 beds for all JAG cities in 2026. In
2007, the cities formed two groups for regional jail planning purposes, SCORE (South County
Correctional Entity) and the North East Cities (NEe). Both groups are currently engaged in feasibility or
construction planning for new jail facilities.
At the time cities entered into the current JSA with King County, the County transferred ownership of
property within the Bellevue city limits to Bellevue to hold on behalf of King County cities. The property,
or proceeds from sale of the property, was to be used to help provide funding to cities for new
misdemeanant jail capacity.
Based on the anticipated sale of the jail property, on March 26, 2008, the Jail Oversight Assembly
authorized distribution of the sales proceeds based on a formula of an average of each King County city's
AV (assessed value) and ADP (inmate average daily population). Distribution of the funds would allow
cities to utilize the funds to meet the intent of the property transfer. The City of Federal Way's estimated
share of the funds is approximately $592,399.79 (see Attachment 1). The Council has the authority to
determine how these funds are spent by the City, provided the funds are applied as required in the JSA.
Council has previously accounted for and committed these funds to pay Federal Way's SCORE project
costs, which complies with the JSA.
In March, 2009, the City of Bellevue completed the sale of the jail property to Children's Hospital.
Bellevue is holding the proceeds in a designated account pending the completion of the Agreement with
each city to receive their share of the proceeds.
Use of the property or proceeds from the property is spelled out in the JSA. The JSA indicates JAG cities
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will: 1) use the funds to contribute to the cost to construct or contract for secure facilities, and also may
use the funds to construct or contract for alternative correction facilities at the discretion of the cities; and
2) the cities will reach the zero targets at King County facilities by December 31, 2012. The property
transfer agreement and JSA provide that in its lead role, Bellevue is responsible for returning to King
County proceeds distributed to Bellevue and other cities should King County prove these provisions have
not been met. These documents are ambiguous as to the scope of proceeds that must be returned in this
circumstance or in the event of failing to meet the zero targets. It is Bellevue's and other King County
cities position (we believe) that each city is only individually liable for return of its proceeds should its
actions violate the agreements. It is not clear at this point whether King County would assert another
reading of the agreements. One purpose of this Proceeds Agreement is to protect Bellevue so that it does
not have any greater liability or costs than any other city solely because if its lead role functions in
returning proceeds. The proceeds distribution agreement has been drafted to ensure that all cities must
accept an appropriate share of potential liability/costs under various possible scenarios involving King
County making a claim against Bellevue for return of other cities' proceeds.
Each city will need to enter into an agreement with the City of Bellevue to receive the designated amount
of funds. Staff is seeking Council approval for the City Manager to sign a Proceeds Agreement to receive
an apportionment of the estimated designated funds as provided in Attachment 1.
OPTIONS
1. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the Proceeds Distribution and Hold Harmless
Agreement to receive an apportionment of the jail property proceeds.
2. Do not authorize the City Manager and provide alternative direction to staff.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Option 1.
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PROCEEDS DISTRIBUTION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
This Proceeds Distribution and Hold Harmless Agreement (Agreement) is entered into
between Federal Way (JAG City) and the City of Bellevue and is effective upon the date
of the last signature below.
RECITALS
A. Whereas, King County entered into a Jail Services Agreement (JSA) with many of the
cities located in King County (Contract Cities) to house and provide jail services for
Contract Cities' misdemeanants;
B. Whereas, the JSA provides for the transfer of real property located in Bellevue with
tax parcel numbers 2825059291, 2825059292, and 2825059015 (Jail Property) to the
City of Bellevue on behalf ofthe JAG Cities to facilitate the Contract Cities reducing
their jail population housed by King County as provided in Section 11 of said JSA;
C. Whereas, Section 12 of the JSA provides that the Jail Property (or the proceeds from
its sale [Proceeds]) will be used to contribute to the cost of building secure capacity,
or contracting for secure capacity, and at the sole discretion ofthe Contract Cities,
building or contracting for alternative corrections facilities, sufficient to enable the
Contract Cities to meet the final step of the population reduction schedule in the JSA;
D. Whereas, Section 12 ofthe JSA further provides that in the event the Contract Cities
do not meet the objectives set forth in said section, King County would be entitled to
return of Proceeds;
E. Whereas, on October 31,2002, the City of Bellevue and King County entered into a
Land Transfer Agreement [City of Bellevue Clerk's Receiving # 33014] conveying
the Jail Property to the City of Bellevue on behalf of all cities in King County (JAG
Cities) for the purposes described in Section 12 of the JSA;
F. Whereas, JAG Cities, except Kent and Enumclaw, entered into an Interlocal
Agreement for Jail Administration (Interlocal Agreement) in part to create rules for
administering the obligations related to Sections 11 and 12 of the JSA;
G. Whereas, the obligations of Section 12 of the JSA are incorporated into Section 7.1 of
the Interlocal Agreement including its application to all King County Cities;
H. Whereas, on March 16,2009, the City of Bellevue (Bellevue) sold the Jail Property to
Seattle Children's Hospital for $13 million;
1. Whereas, on March 26, 2008, the Assembly created by the Interlocal Agreement
approved the distribution of Jail Proceeds;
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J. Whereas, some Cities have acted to designate their portion of the Proceeds towards
fulfilling their obligations under the JSA through undertakings such as the SCORE
facility;
K. Whereas, it is the intent of this Agreement that Bellevue stand in no worse (or better)
position than any other JAG City with respect to liability or costs associated with the
distribution of and/or possible return of Proceeds to King County because of its
unique obligations to King County in Section 12 of the JSA as incorporated into the
Interlocal Agreement (unique Section 12 obligations);
L. Now therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other
good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby
acknowledged, and as a precondition for receipt of said Proceeds, the JAG City and
Bellevue agree:
AGREEMENT
1. Per the Jail Oversight Assembly approved formula noted in the city-by-city proceeds
distribution (Attachment A), Bellevue shall pay JAG City, $ 592,399.79 (representing
$ 596,939.04 - its proportionate share ofthe Proceeds/Interest minus $ 4,539.25 its
proportionate share of the expenses Bellevue may recoup as provided in Section 7.2
of the Interlocal Agreement) within 30 days of the execution ofthis Agreement.
2. Upon receipt of said Proceeds, JAG City acknowledges and agrees that Bellevue has
lawfully discharged all obligations and duties of Belle vue to that JAG City under the
first paragraph of Section 7.2 of the Interlocal Agreement, and that Bellevue is
discharged from all of its obligations and duties to that JAG City under the second
paragraph of Section 7.2 of the Interlocal Agreement.
3. JAG City will abide by all requirements regarding the use of and goals related to the
proceeds as provided in Section 7.1 of the Interlocal Agreement (whether a party to a
JSA or not). JAG City will only leave or place a City Inmate in King County Jail
after December 31, 2012 (post 2012 inmate housing) if King County confirms in
writing that this post 2012 inmate housing does not violate the population reduction
schedule referenced in Section 12 of the JSA and incorporated into Section 7.1 of the
Interlocal Agreement.
4. Should there be a determination that a JAG City failed to abide by the requirements
of Section 7.1 (at-fault JAG City) triggering an obligation for Bellevue to return all or
part of the at-fault JAG City's Proceeds and any required interest to King County,
said Proceeds shall be paid to Bellevue within 10 working days of written notice
unless the at-fault JAG City makes other acceptable arrangements with Bellevue
and/or King County or the at-fault JAG City obtains injunctive or other legal relief
against King County that absolves Bellevue of any legal obligation to return said
Proceeds and interest prior to the expiration of the 10 working day period.
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5. Bellevue and JAG Cities maintain that King County may only require return of
Proceeds from an at-fault JAG City. However, ifthere is a determination that there is
an obligation to return to King County Proceeds in an amount in excess of the amount
distributed to an at-fault JAG City(s) then each non at-fault JAG City shall pay up to
the full amount of its Proceeds and any required interest to Bellevue within 10
working days of written notice unless the non at-fault JAG City makes other
acceptable arrangements with Bellevue and/or King County or the non at-fault JAG
City obtains injunctive or other legal relief against King County that confirms
Bellevue has no legal obligation to return said Proceeds and interest prior to the
expiration of the 10 working day period. If the obligation to return Proceeds is in
excess ofthe at-fault JAG City's distribution, but less than each JAG City's full
Proceeds, the amount due King County from the non at-fault JAG Cities shall be a
prorated amount based on the percent of Proceeds received to the total Proceeds
minus the amount representing the at-fault JAG City's share. The same prorated
formula shall apply to required interest due from non at-fault JAG Cities.
6. Should Bellevue be sued for return of proceeds solely because of its unique Section
12 obligations, the alleged at-fault JAG City(s) shall immediately undertake the
defense of Belle vue and pay all expenses and costs (including attorney's fees)
associated with said defense whether or not said JAG City maintains it is or is
ultimately determined to be not at-fault. Should King County be entitled to its
attorney's fees in the suit, the at-fault JAG City shall hold Bellevue harmless and
indemnify Bellevue from any liability or costs associated with the obligation to pay
King County's attorney's fees.
7. Should Bellevue be the only party sued based on the alleged fault of other JAG Cities,
those alleged at-fault JAG Cities agree to stipulate to being named as defendants with
the concurrence of Plaintiff and/or not oppose Bellevue's motion to be included in the
suit as an indispensible party. The obligations of Paragraph 6 shall apply whether or
not the alleged at-fault JAG City is named in the litigation.
8. If King County sues Bellevue for return of proceeds because ofBellevue's alleged
violation of Section 12 of the JSA regarding use of proceeds or the reduction in jail
population along with other JAG Cities for their violations, each party will undertake
its own defense at its own cost.
9. At-fault JAG Cities shall be responsible for costs of whatever form or nature
associated with Bellevue's unique Section 12 obligations, including but not limited to
staff costs in coordinating and collecting proceeds or attorneys fees, and including
administrative costs Bellevue incurs even where timely payment of Proceeds is made.
Said costs shall be prorated among at-fault JAG Cities as appropriate.
10. In the event Bellevue incurs liability or costs associated with its unique Section 12
obligations and said liability or costs are not addressed in any other provision of this
Agreement, each JAG City shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend Bellevue and
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its elected officials, employees agents and representatives from and against any and
all claims, demands, causes of action, liabilities, judgments, settlements, damages or
costs, including reasonable attorney's fees of whatever form related to Bellevue's
unique Section 12 obligations in proportion to its share of the proceeds.
11. Each JAG City shall keep its Proceeds in a segregated fund and keep records
sufficient to demonstrate that all expenditures of the Proceeds comply with Section
7.1 of the Interlocal Agreement. Said records shall be kept for at least 6 years from
the date of the expenditure of the last Proceeds ofthe JAG City.
12. The JAG City representative who will be responsible for management and
expenditure of the fund and for receiving notices related to the obligations under 7.1
of the Interlocal Agreement is (include name, title, address & phone #):
a.
JAG City shall notify Bellevue of any change in this designated representative or
contact information.
13. The City of Bellevue as a recipient of$ 971,638.82 (representing $ 979,083.98 - its
proportionate share of the Proceeds/Interest minus $ 7,445.16 its proportionate share
of the expenses) is also a JAG City and in that capacity shall be bound by the same
terms under this Agreement as any other JAG City.
14. This Agreement shall be authorized by each JAG City's legislative body or other
authorizing authority if not within authority of legislative body.
15. General Provisions:
A. Governing Law; Forum. The Agreement will be governed by the laws of
Washington and its choice oflaw rules. The JAG City consents to the exclusive
personal jurisdiction and venue of the federal and state courts located in King
County, Washington, with respect to any dispute arising out of or in connection
with the Agreement, and agrees not to commence or prosecute any action or
proceeding arising out of or in connection with the Agreement other than in the
aforementioned courts.
B. Severability. If any provision of the Agreement is held to be invalid or
unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provision will continue in full force
without being impaired or invalidated in any way. The parties agree to replace
any invalid provision with a valid provision that most closely approximates the
intent and economic effect of the invalid provision.
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C. Nonwaiver. Any failure by a party to enforce strict performance of any
provision of the Agreement will not constitute a waiver of that party's right to
subsequently enforce such provision or any other provision of the Agreement.
D. No Assignment. Neither the Agreement nor any of the rights or obligations of
the JAG City arising under the Agreement may be assigned without Bellevue's
prior written consent. Subject to the foregoing, the Agreement will be binding
upon, enforceable by, and inure to the benefit of, the parties and their successors
and assigns.
E. Notices. All notices and other communications under the Agreement must be in
writing, and must be given by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, or
delivered by hand to the party to whom the communication is to be given, at its
address set forth in this agreement.
F. Legal Fees. In any lawsuit between the parties with respect to the matters
covered by the Agreement, the prevailing party will be entitled to receive its
reasonable attorney's fees and costs incurred in the lawsuit, in addition to any
other relief it may be awarded.
G Counterparts. The Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed an original, and all of which, taken together, shall be deemed
one and the same document.
In witness whereof, the parties have executed this Agreement and it shall be effective as
of the last date written below.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
By:
Title:
Date:
CITY OF BELLEVUE
By:
Title:
Date:
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15, 2009
ITEM #:
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: CITY MANAGER SEARCH
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD mE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE DRAFT RECRUITMENT BROCHURE,
INCLUDING SALARY RANGE, AND REVISED TIMELINE FOR THE CITY MANAGER SEARCH?
COMMITTEE: N/A
MEETING DATE: N/A
CATEGORY:
D Consent
X City Council Business
D Ordinance
D Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: MARY McDOUGAL
DEPT: Human Resources
During August, Greg Prothman, the search firm consultant selected by the City Council, interviewed City Council members,
management staff and community stakeholders to develop a candidate profile for the City Manager position. Attached is a
draft recruitment brochure for Council review, modification and/or approval. As requested, feedback regarding the draft has
been sought, but not yet received, from the Federal Way Chamber.
Due to the change of government petition which will be on the November 3, 2009 general election ballot, Prothman
recommends that the timeline for the City Manager search as set forth in Exhibit A of the professional services agreement
with Prothman be revised to allow the majority of the recruitment to occur after the election so the result of the ballot
measure is known. Specific information as well as discussion is provided in the attached memorandum.
Attachments:
Memorandum
Draft Recruitment Brochure _ Approve _ Modify
Salary Survey _ Approve _ Modify
Revised Timeline _ Approve _ Modify
Exhibit A from Professional Services Agreement with Prothman
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: N/A
Committee
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Council
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Committee
Council
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION: "1 move approval of the draft candidate profile and revised timeline for the
City Manager search. "
(BELOW TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY CLERKS OFFICE)
COUNCIL ACTION:
o APPROVED
o DENIED
o TABLEDIDEFERRED/NO ACTION
o MOVED TO SECOND READING (ordinances only)
REVISED - 02/06/2006
COUNCIL BILL #
1 ST reading
Enactment reading
ORDINANCE #
RESOLUTION #
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September 9,2009
Memorandum
To:
Federal Way City Council
From:
Greg Prothman
Subject:
City Manager Position Profile and Search Timeline
Please find attached the draft City Manager Position Profile for your review and edits as
needed. The draft Position Profile is the product of over 35 interviews involving the City
Council Members, Department Directors, and leading citizens.
Also attached is a revised search timeline. Initially, we anticipated having the final
interviews occur prior to the end of this year. However, with the change of form of
government question now on the November ballot, the initial project schedule is no
longer practical. Accordingly, I am suggesting that the search timeline be extended to
accommodate the change of government vote.
I recommend that the City Council continue the search process by approving the
Position Profile with the appropriate edits and direct Prothman to begin advertising but
extend the application closing period until November 22, 2009. Should the voters retain
the Council/Manager form of government, the extended closing date allows those
candidates concerned by the change vote to then apply, thereby ensuring the best
possible candidate pool. If, however, the voters adopt the Mayor/Council form of
government, the City Manager search process is halted and the City focuses on the
transition process.
The Council could stop the process now and delay the search until after the November
election. If, indeed, the voters retain the current form of government and the search is
resumed, the holiday season poses significant recruiting challenges. I would then
recommend that the advertising be extended until the end of January 2010, resulting in
a four month delay in the search process.
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(first review, open until filled)
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VISION: Federal Way is a community known for
its cultural diversity, attractive parks, safe
neighborhoods, and vibrant business centers.
MISSION: The City of Federal Way is responsive,
innovative and fiscally responsible in delivering
quality services, promoting economic
development, improving infrastructure, and
managing growth.
WHV ApPL V?
Federal Way is financially sound and is dedicated to
providing outstanding services to its citizens and a
welcoming experience to its visitors. Federal Way
offers an outstanding quality of life full of residents
that care about their community! This is an
excellent opportunity for a talented public sector
professional to make a difference in a well managed
community that takes pride in its history, natural
beauty and quality of life.
THE COMMUNITY
Ideally located between Seattle and Tacoma,
Federal Way provides a distinct regional advantage.
The ports of Seattle and Tacoma, Bellevue and the
technology corridor, and Sea-Tac Airport are
located within a 30-minute drive from the City.
Weyerhaeuser, TOTE, World Vision, and DeVry
University all consider Federal Way as their home.
Federal Way began in
the late 1800's as a
logging settlement. By
the 1920's, Federal
Highway 99 was
complete, linking
Federal Way to the
economic centers of
Seattle and Tacoma.
The name "Federal
Way" was first used in
1929 when five local
schools consolidated
operations into School
District #210. In 1931,
Federal Way High
School was built with money raised by selling
federal land next to Highway 99.
Rapid retail and residential growth created
significant changes in the community during the
1970's and 1980's. Desiring controlled, quality
growth and community identity, Federal Way
citizens organized to form what was then
Washington's sixth largest city, incorporating in
February of 1990.
Today, the Federal Way community is residential
and commercial, with a population employed locally
and in neighboring cities. An estimated 22,485
people are employed within the City limits, with
approximately 83% of employment in the retail and
service sector.
In the years since incorporation, Federal Way has
fostered quality commercial and residential growth,
while enhancing the quality of life for its residents
with infrastructure improvements, a growing job
base, diverse recreational opportunities, and new
neighborhood parks. The City's Comprehensive
Plan looks to Federal Way's future and includes
plans for a more defined City Center, with
enhanced mass transportation and mixed-use
commercial and residential development in the
City's downtown business area.
Today, Federal Way's commitment to active and
passive recreation is evident in the many parks and
trails. Celebration Park is recognized as one of the
premier facilities for soccer and softball on the West
Coast. The Weyerhaeuser/King County Aquatic
Center is home to many national and international
swimming and diving competitions. In addition, the
City has a trail system that extends throughout the
community that provides outdoor activity and
education of the natural habitats.
Federal Way has over 50 performing groups. The
Knutzen Family Theatre is home to many
performances throughout the year. The arts
community is very active in promoting music,
dance, and visual arts to Federal Way citizens. The
Federal Way School District has been recognized
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as one of the best school districts in the state,
providing quality educational opportunities for over
22,000 students.
Since its incorporation in 1990, the City has focused
on important community projects such as downtown
revitalization, transportation system improvements,
new parks, and new
community facilities
for the performing
arts. Federal Way
is a fiscally
conservative city
that strives to use
contracting and
public-private partnerships to deliver services and
products to the community at the lowest possible
cost.
The City Council places a strong emphasis on
economic development and the City maintains a
strong partnership with the Federal Way Chamber
for economic development and downtown
revitalization. The City strives to maintain a
business-friendly permitting process.
THE CITY
With a population of 88,580, the City of Federal
Way operates under the council/manager. form of
government. The City Council consists of seven
members who are directly elected by the citizens for
four-year terms. The City Council establishes law
and policy by passing ordinances and resolutions.
The Council also appoints the City Manager, adopts
the City budget, and approves appropriations,
contracts in the City's name, levies taxes, and
grants franchises. The Mayor is elected by the
Council, from among its members, for a two-year
term and presides at City Council meetings. Several
commissions, made up of citizen volunteers, advise
the City Council.
The City Manager serves as Chief Executive Officer
of the City and manages daily business by directing
the work of City staff (administration of personnel,
policies, funds, and programs), and enforcing the
laws of the City. City services are provided through
seven City departments listed below and a mix of
contracted / separate agencies.
~ City Manager's Office
~ Community Development Services
~ Management Services
~ City Attorney
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~ Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
~ Public Safety (Police)
~ Public Works
Water and sewer services are provided by the
Lakehaven Utility District. Fire and emergency
medical services are provided by the Federal Way
Fire Department (formerly named King County Fire
District #39). Judicial services are provided by the
Federal Way Municipal Court and the court systems
of King County, Washington State, and the federal
government.
The City has xx employees and an annual budget
of xxx and a general fund of xxx.
THE POSITION
Reporting to the City Council, the City Manager
directs and supervises all activities of the City
departments, appoints and removes all staff, and
implements policy as established by the City
Council. He/She directs issues to the City Council
for consideration and recommends policy options,
and also conducts
research and
analysis at the
request of the
City Council.
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represents the
City on numerous
committees and
public-private projects. He/She will meet with
private citizens, civic groups, other government
leaders, and business organizations to provide
information on City policy, programs and activities.
CURRENT ISSUES & PROJECTS
Succession Planning
As with many organizations, Federal Way is faced
with a significant number of employees nearing
retirement. The new City Manager will need to
identify talented "rising stars" and set up a program
to train and mentor the next generation of
managers to assume leadership positions in the
organization.
Financial Health
Federal Way has been well managed financially,
with a healthy reserve of 10% of general fund.
Long range financial forecasting indicates that
these reserves will be eroding. While the City has a
growing business sector, the City remains primarily
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a residential community with one of the lowest per
capita general fund tax rates in King County.
Continued conservative financial management of
the City will be an ongoing challenge for the new
City Manager.
Utility Merger
Sanitary sewer and water services are provided by
Lakehaven Utility District. The City and the District
are currently discussing the opportunities and
challenges regarding merging the District with the
City. While there are no definitive plans as yet, this
will be an ongoing process requiring the new City
Manager's attention.
City Center Economic Development
The Federal Way City Center is undergoing new
redevelopment, with opportunities for commercial,
residential and mixed-use development in proximity
to the redeveloping Commons at Federal Way Mall
and the new Federal Way Transit Center. Other
initiatives include the City issued "RFC" for City
Center Redevelopment and a ten-year, limited
property tax exemption for projects in the City. City
Center development will be a high priority for the
new City Manager.
Performing Arts and Convention Center
The City currently has $5.8 million dollars in grants
and other funds, however, the projected cost of the
project could range from $35 to $55 million,
depending upon the project's configuration. Given
the project's size, complexity and funding
challenges, it is not unexpected that the project is
controversial. The new City Manager will need to
work with the City Council and the community to
continue the process of determining the project's
configuration and funding sources.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will be a talented
manager and leader who understands all aspects of
municipal government and has an appreciation of
the challenges currently facing cities. He/she
should be honest, hard-working, and approachable
by citizens, staff and Council, while assisting in
establishing an atmosphere of trust, mutual respect,
and cooperation.
Candidates will be able to organize and express
ideas through excellent oral and written
communications to a wide variety of audiences
such as the City Council, community groups and
other boards and committees. The selected
candidate will be politically astute and demonstrate
an unquestionable sense of integrity. He/she will
bring a fiscally conservative approach to municipal
finances and budgeting.
The new City Manager must be able to accept and
support decisions in a positive manner and take a
collaborative approach in providing City services.
The successful candidate will have excellent
organizational development skills, will delegate
appropriately, and have the ability to foster a strong
team environment. He/she will have a track record
of implementing policies and systems to create and
maintain a high-performance, customer service
focused, organizational culture.
The new City Manager will work to build trust and
strengthen City relationships with residents and the
development and business community, and the
successful candidate should also have a proven
track-record of providing excellent customer
service. He/she will be accessible and responsive
to the public, elected officials and city staff. The
selected candidate will develop and maintain
positive community relations and public involvement
and will have a track record of working well with
regional partners.
The new City Manager will be a good listener who
consistently deals well with personnel throughout all
levels of the organization, and can be relied upon to
serve as a mentor for those interested in personal
and professional development. The candidate will
also bring an appropriate sense of humor to the job,
as well as a flexible "can-do" attitude.
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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Competitive candidates should have at least seven
to ten years of senior public sector management
experience, such as city manager/administrator,
deputy/assistant, or department director, in a city or
county or other applicable public sector agency of
similar or larger complexity and size. A bachelor's
degree in public administration, business, or other
applicable field is required. A master's degree is
preferred.
For more information about the
City of Federal Way, please visit:
http://www.cityoffederalway.com/
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
~ $XXXXTO$XXXXX
~ Professional Services Contract with
Severance
~ City of Federal Way Retirement Plan
(FWRS) - Social Security alternative, it also
includes life, disability, survivor and accidental
death and dismemberment benefits.
~ Washington State Public Employees'
Retirement System (PERS)
~ Optional Deferred Compensation
~ Medicallnsurance
~ Dentallnsurance
~ Vision Insurance
~ Life Insurance
~ Vacation
~ Sick Leave
~ Holidays
~ Auto Allowance
The City of Federal Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply by November 22, 2009 (first review, open until filled). To apply, please
send a letter of interest, resume, completed application and answers to the supplemental
questions to Prothman via email at humanresources@prothman.com or mail to the address
below. The application form and the supplemental questions can be found at www.prothman.com.
206 368 0050 {ph} 206 368 0060 {fx}
3633 136th PL SE, Suite 206 Bellevue, WA 98006
humanresources@prothman.com www.prothman.com
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City of Federal Way
CITY MANAGER
Recruitment
DRAFT PROJECT SCHEDULE
Delivery of draft Position Profile
Week of September 7th, 2009
Approve the Position Profile
September 15th, 2009
Begin advertising
Week of September 21st, 2009
Second work session (selection of finalists)
January 5, 2010
Reference checks, Background checks
Weeks of January 11th & 18th, 2010
Final interviews
Week of January 25th, 2010
*Boldfaced items denote dates where client decisions or meetings are required.
PRcnHMAN
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CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South, PO Box 9718
Federal Way, WA 98063-9718
(253) 835-7000
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EXHIBIT "A"
SERVICES
I. The Contractor shall do or provide the following:
August 2009
Week of August 24, 2009
Interview Council and Management Team
Interview stakeholders as identified by Council
September 15, 2009
City Council approve position profile
Beginning September 16, 2009
Begin advertising position
Week of October 25, 2009
Begin review of applications
Status report and candidate materials to Council
Week of November 2, 2009
Work session to select semifinalists
November 9 and 16, 2009
Interview semifinalists
December I, 2009
Select finalists
Begin background checks
Week of December 14,2009
Final interviews
** The above timeline may need to be adjusted depending upon the schedules of City Council
2. In the event the successful candidate is terminated for cause within twenty-four (24) months from the
employment date, Contractor will conduct a replacement search at no additional professional fee.
Expenses incurred with be reimburse.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
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COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 15, 2009
ITEM #: 1 e"
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BILL
SUBJECT: CREATION OF MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL ENTITY To PROVIDE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
SERVICES
POLICY QUESTION: SHOULD COUNCIL DIRECT STAFF TO EXPLORE THE CREATION OF A MULTI-
JURISDICTIONAL ENTITY TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS SERVICES?
COMMITTEE: N/A
MEETING DATE:
CATEGORY:
D Consent
D City Council Business
D Ordinance
~ Resolution
D
D
Public Hearing
Other
STAFF REpORT By: BRIAN
INTERIM CITY MANAGER
DEPT: City Manager
Attachment: Proposed Resolution to Explore Creating a Multi-Jurisdictional Entity to Provide Maintenance and
Operations Services
Background: The City maintains and operates several parks and landscaping on public property. The City also has a fleet
of vehicles and owns and operates a maintenance facility near Steel Lake on 28th Ave, which stores heavy equipment and
other vehicles. The Federal Way School District, likewise, maintains and operates several athletic fields, landscaping at
schools, and a fleet of vehicles, which includes school buses. South King Fire and Rescue also maintains and operates a
fleet of vehicles requiring storage and maintenance as well as maintaining landscaping.
The City has had success in the past with entering into interlocal agreements to create separate entities for special services.
The concept of a multi-jurisdictional maintenance and operations services entity would capitalize on the economies of scale
in both the infrastructure and operations.
Options Considered: 1. Approve the proposed resolution directing staff to explore the creation of a multi
jurisdictional entity to provide maintenance and operations services.
2. Modify the proposed resolution.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Option 1
CITY MANAGER ApPROVAL:
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Council
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: 1\ I~
Committee Chair
Committee Member
Committee Member
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Federal Way,
Washington, To Explore Creating a Multi-Jurisdictional Entity to
Provide Maintenance and Operations Services
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates several parks, maintains landscaping at the Federal
Way Community Center and other city properties, and maintains athletic fields for school uses as
well as public uses; and
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates a maintenance facility near Steel Lake on 28th Ave,
which stores heavy equipment and other vehicles; and
WHEREAS, the City has a fleet of approximately one-hundred eighty-six vehicles, which
includes one dump truck, police vehicles, and maintenance pick up trucks; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Way School District and South King Fire and Rescue also possess a
fleet of vehicles requiring storage and maintenance; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Way School District and South King Fire and Rescue also maintain
grounds requiring landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Way School District also maintains and operates athletic fields for
school uses, and in some cases, the City and the School District cooperate and share the maintain and
operation of fields; and
WHEREAS, the City has entered into interlocal agreements creating a separate entity for
special services: Valley Communications provides 911 services to the south King County cities, and
SCORE will provide jail services; and
WHEREAS, the concept of a multi-jurisdictional maintenance and operations services entity
could combine resources such as fuel storage and vehicle maintenance; could consolidate or blend
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agency services and resources; could co-locate facilities and equipment for economies of scale; and
could identify equipment and resources to be shared; and
WHEREAS, the creation of an entity to provide maintenance and operation services would
capitalize on the economies of scale both for any infrastructure and operations; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Way City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the citizens to
provide services at the lowest possible cost.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
RESOL VES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. City Staff should contact the other agencies within Federal Way to begin
discussions for the purpose of exploring the creation of a multi-jurisdictional entity to provide
maintain and operations services thereby combining the limited resources and providing a better
service to the citizens.
Section 2. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution should be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this resolution.
Section 3. Corrections. The City Clerk and the codifiers of this resolution are authorized to
make necessary corrections to this resolution including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener/clerical errors, references, resolution numbering, section/subsection numbers and any
references thereto.
Section 4. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective date
of this resolution is hereby ratified and affirmed.
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Section 5. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage by
the Federal Way City Council.
RESOL VED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON this
day of
,2009.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, JACK DOVEY
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, CAROL MCNEILLY, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, PATRICIA A. RICHARDSON
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
RESOLUTION NO.:
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