Council MIN 01-18-2011 Regular� �Federal Way
MINUTES
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
January 18, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Skip Priest, Deputy Mayor Dini Duclos, Councilmember
Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Linda Kochmar, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge,
Councilmember Mike Park, Councilmember Jack Dovey and Councilmember Roger
Freeman.
Staff present: City Attorney Pat Richardson and City Clerk Carol McNeilly.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Ferrell led the pledge of allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Business Recvcler of the Year Award
Deputy Mayor Duclos presented Village Green Campus with the Business Recycler of the
Year Award. In the past year Village Green significantly reduced the amount of garbage
they have by implementing food composting and recycling programs throughout their
facility. Representatives from Village Green were in attendance to accept the award and
thanked the City Council for the recognition.
b. Mavor - Emerging Issues / Introduction of New Emplovees
Mayor Priest stated there were no new employees to introduce.
Twin Develoqment:
Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty gave a brief update
regarding the Twin Development project. He stated the next milestone with the project is
an earnest money deposit due at the end of the month. Luke Hwang from Twin
Development stated last week they completed their marketing plan, they have issued a
qualification for contractors and they plan to purchase the property by the end of March.
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4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Susan Honda, Arts Commission Chair, reported on current arts exhibits at City Hall and
Dumas Bay. The Diversity Commission sponsored a student arts contest entitled "I have a
Vision for Federal Way." Ms. Honda reviewed the winners of that contest.
Norma Blanchard spoke regarding the purchase price of the Toys R Us property.
Randy Hutson, CEO Local Chapter of Red Cross, stated that volunteers recently distributed
information in Federal Way regarding disaster recovery and planning in the City.
Nancv Combs spoke regarding speeding traffic on 21 St Ave. SE and 304� She would like
to see a 4-way stop at that intersection.
Rov Parke spoke regarding what he feels is corruption at City Hall. He asked the Mayor to
forward his issues on for investigation.
Bettv Tavlor stated there is a lack of lane markers on Pacific Highway.
Councilmember Freeman announced that at the January 17, 2011 Martin Luther King
Celebration Betty Taylor was awarded the 2011 Martin Luther King Public Advocacy Award.
Tim Burns thanked the City Council for yesterdays Martin Luther King Celebration. He
encouraged the Council to develop a Senior Center in Federal Way.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
lfems 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: January 4, 2011 Special and Regular Meeting, January 6, 2011 Special Meeting
Approved
b. Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with King County for Conservation
Futures Levy Funding and Change of Spring Valley Project Scope Approved
c. S 320th Street at I-5 Southbound Off-Ramp — 100% Design Status Report and
Authorization to Bid Approved
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f. 2011 Diversity Commission Work Plan Approved
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MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved approval of items 5a through 5h;
Councilmember Freeman second.
Councilmember Kochmar pulled item 5d.
Dovey pulled item 5h.
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Deputy Mayor Duclos pulled item 5g.
VOTE: Items 5a, 5b, 5c, 5e and 5f were approved 7-0.
5.d. Interlocal Aqreement between the Citv of Federal Wav. Federal Way Public
Schools, Lakehaven Utilitv District and South King Fire & Rescue
Councilmember Kochmar stated she needed to recuse herself from this item.
MOTION: Councilmember Ferrell moved approval of the Interlocal Agreement.
Councilmember Park second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6-0, Councilmember Kochmar recused.
5.g. 2010/2011 Human Services Commission One-Time Public Services Fundinq
Deputy Mayor Duclos stated she needed to recuse herself from this item.
MOTION: Councilmember Burbidge moved approval of the 2010/2011 Human
Services Commission one-time 2011/2012 funding recommendations, effective
January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2012, with a total compensation for
$86,000 (each fiscal year), and authorize the Mayor or his designee to sign said
agreements. Councilmember Kochmar second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6-0, Deputy Mayor Duclos recused.
5.h. Sprint Site Lease Renewal - Panther Lake
Councilmember povey stated he needed to recuse himself from this item.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved approval as presented. Councilmember Park
second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6-0. Councilmember povey recused.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Acceptance of Grant Fundinq for Transportation Improvement Proiects
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez gave a brief �resentation on the traffic improvements for
the intersections of 21 SW & SW 336 Street / Campus Drive' He stated the City
reviewed the implementation of Median U-Turn/Michigan Left and roundabout options.
Staff recommendation is to install the Michigan Left. The City received $3,360,000 from
the Transportation Improvement Board for improvements at the location.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to authorize staff to accept the grant
funding under the 2011 Transportation Improvement Board Funding Program for
the 21 Avenue SW at SW 336 Street Intersection Improvements (Median U-turns)
and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission funding for school zone flashing
beacon installation at Silver Lake Elementary School. Councilmember Burbidge
second.
VOTE: Motion carried 7-0.
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b. Arts Commission Contract for Services
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Recreation Supervisor John Hutton stated the Arts Commission Contract for Services
Program funds local arts organizations that provide cultural programs within Federal
Way. The 2011 budget for the program is $40,000. The Arts Commission reviewed the
applications, interviewed organizations and developed a recommendation. Mr. Hutton
reviewed the Art Commissions funding recommendation.
MOTION: Councilmember Burbidge moved to amend the Arts Commission funding
recommendation for the 2011 Contract for Services Program consistent with the
attached funding table. IN addition, the amended funding allocation to Aria Dance
Company is conditioned upon Aria Dance Company providing specific artistic
services in Federal Way. For the 2012 Arts Commission Contract for Services
process, the Arts Commission shall develop and conduct a workshop for all
organizations intending to submit an application for the 2012 process.
Councilmember Park second. VOTE: Motion carried 7-0.
Approved funding for the 2011 Contract for Services Program:
Aria Dance Company
Federal Way Chorale
Federal Way Symphony
Jet Cities Chorus
Harmony Kings
Historical Society of Federal Way
Centerstage Theatre
$2,591.00
$4,299.00
$17,820.00
$2,520.00
$1,096.00
$1,674.00
$10,000.00
c. Arts Commission Work Plan
Recreation Supervisor John Hutton reviewed the draft 2011 Arts Commission work plan.
In 2011 the Arts Commission will focus on improving public relations through press,
newsletter and web information in addition to the regular work consisting of maintaining
several art galleries, art shows and supporting the Red, White and Blues Festival.
MOTION: Councilmember Burbidge moved approval of the 2011 Arts Commission
work plan with the addition of the workshop for all organizations intending to
submit an application for the 2012 Contract for Services Program; Councilmember
Park second.
VOTE: Motion carried 7-0.
2011 Council Committee Appointments
City Attorney Richardson stated, in accordance with the Council Rules of Procedures,
the Council Committee appointments will be established each January. Deputy Mayor
Duclos made the following Council Committee appointments:
Finance, Economic Development and Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Committee Chair: Mike Park, Members: Jeanne Burbidge and Jack Dovey.
Meets: The fourth Tuesday of each month.
Land Use and Transportation Committee (LUTC)
Committee Chair: Linda Kochmar, Members: Jim Ferrell and Jack Dovey
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Meets: The first and third Monday of each month.
Parks, Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
Committee Chair: Jeanne Burbidge, Members: Mike Park and Roger Freeman
Meets: The second Tuesday of each month.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)
Member: Jack Dovey
Meets: Quarterly
Federal Way Government Liaison Committee (City, School and Lakehaven)
Members: Linda Kochmar and Dini Duclos.
Meets: As notified
South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBD)
Member: Jeanne Burbidge.
Meets: As notified
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
Members Jeanne Burbidge and Jack Dovey.
Meets: As notified
South County Correctional Entity (SCORE)
Members: Skip Priest and Brian Wilson
Meets: As notified
Valley Communications
Members: Skip Priest and Brian Wilson
Meets: As notified
Public Issues Committee (PIC)
Members: Linda Kochmar and Jeanne Burbidge
Meets: As notified
7. ORDINANCES
First Reading and Enactment:
a. CB 565: City Orqanizational Structure
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, amending the City Organizational Structure;
amending FWRC Title 2; and adding new sections to Title 2.
City Attorney Richardson stated Title 2 of the Federal Way Revised Code sets forth the City
Departments and appointive positions that require Council confirmation. The proposed
ordinance would combine the functions of the Economic Development and Community
Development Services Department. It will also create a new department titled
Administrative Services Department. Lastly, the proposed ordinance eliminates the
Financial Services Director position. The Council asked clarifying questions of Ms.
Richardson.
City Clerk McNeilly read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved to suspend the Council Rules of Procedure to
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allow for first reading and enactment in one meeting; Councilmember povey
second.
VOTE: Motion carried 7-0.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved approval and enactment of the ordinance
amending the organizational structure of the City; Councilmember Park second.
VOTE: Motion carried 7-0. Approved Ordinance #91-682
Second Reading:
b. CB 563: 2010 Comprehensive Plan Amendments Related to the Civic Center and
Competitive Sports Center
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to amendments to the City's
Comprehensive Plan.
City Clerk McNeilly read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to approve the ordinance.
Councilmember povey second.
VOTE: Motion carried 6-1; Councilmember Ferrell dissenting. Approved Ordinance
#11-683
c. CB 564: FW RC Housekeepinq References to City Manaqer
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to reflecting the change of government to
the Mayor-Council in the Federal Way Revised Code; amending FWRC Sections 1.20.020; 2.23.030;
2.29.040; 3.10.060; 3.10.130; 3.35.050; 3.50.370; 8.15.010; 8.15.060; 9.18.120; 12.40.250;
19.60.060; 19.80.250; 19.80.260; 19.91.120.
City Clerk McNeilly read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved to approve the ordinance revising the Federal
Way Revised Code to replace City Manager references with Mayor; Councilmember
Freeman second.
VOTE: Motion carried 7-0. Approved Ordinance #11-684
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Freeman thanked the Council for the support with the Martin Luther King
Celebration that occurred on January 17, 2011.
Councilmember povey reported the LTAC had a retreat today and they will be conducting a
special meeting on January 24, 2011.
Councilmember Burbidge reported on the Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation
Policy Board meeting she attended as well as upcoming arts and performance events in
Federal Way.
Councilmember Park reported the next FEDRAC Meeting is scheduled for January 25,
2011.
Deputy Mayor Duclos reported on the Solid Waste ManagementAdvisory Committee meeting
that she attended.
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Councilmember Kochmar reported the next LUTC meeting will be January 24, 2011. She
thanked the Diversity Commission for the work on the Martin Luther King Event as well as
Councilmember Freeman.
Councilmember Ferrell reported that Mayor Priest has asked him to follow the precious metal
bill that is in the legislation.
9. MAYORS REPORT
Mayor Priest reported on the third annual Helen Keller basketball tournament that will be
held at Decatur High school on January 29, 2011.
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council adjourned to executive session at 8:42 p.m. to discuss Quasi-Judicial matters
pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(2) for approximately 30 minutes. The Council adjourned from
executive session at 9:06 p.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business before the Council, Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at
9:06 p.m.
Attest:
Carol McNeilly, CM , City C rk
Approved by Council: February 1, 2011
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