PRHSPSC MINS 04-09-2001
City of Federal Way
City Council
PARKS, RECREATION, HUMAN SERVICES & PUBLIC SAFETY COUNCIL COMMITTEE
Monday, April 09, 2001
12:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
In attendance: Council Committee members Jeanne Burbidge, Chair; Michael Hellickson, and Dean McColgan,
Deputy Mayor Linda Kochmar. Staff: David Moseley, City Manager; Laura Camden, Police Services Budget
Coordinator; Ann Guenther, Human Services Manager; Derek Matheson, Assistant City Manager; Pat Richardson,
Deputy City Attorney; Jennifer Schroder, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services; Mary Jaenicke,
Administrative Assistant II.
Guests: C.T. Purdom, David Kaplan, Karen Pettingell.
Chair Burbidge called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m.
PUBLIC FORUM
None
COMMISSION COMMENTS
Vice Chair C.T. Purdom stated that the Parks and Recreation Commission is down to five members. The
commission met last week, and are working on plans for the coming year. Those plans include establishing criteria
for the acquisition of property, outlining the orientation process and once they have a full commission, they will tour
all the properties.
APPROVAL OF SUMMARY
DEAN McCOLGAN AND MICHAEL HELLICKSON MOVED AND SECONDED TO APPROVE THE
MARCH 12, 2001 MEETING SUMMARY AS WRITTEN. MOTION PASSED.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Cabin Park Project:
Jennifer Schroder reported that the City of Federal Way Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department have
completed the construction documents for phase one of the gravel trail extension. At this time, staff requests
approval to go out to bid for the trail portion only. Additional information is required by Community Development to
complete the design fro surface water elements. The construction budget is $75,000 with $25,000 being funded by
the City, and $50,000 being funded by the state. Michael Hellickson asked staff what their take is on the concerns
from the Friends of the Hylebos. City Manager David Moseley stated that part of the concern came from Chris
Carrel who was surprised about the items that the city requires applicants to submit for permits.
MCCOLGAN AND HELLICKSON MOVED AND SECONDED A MOTION TO APPROVE TO
PUBLICLY ADVERTISE PHASE ONE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CABIN PARK PROJECT, GRAVEL
TRAIL EXTENSION AS AMENDED AND FORWARD TO FULL COUNCIL AND PLACE THIS ITEM
UNDER CONSENT AT THE APRIL 17, 2001 COUNCIL MEETING. MOTION PASSED
PARKS, RECREATION, HUMAN SERVICES
& PUBLIC SAFETY COUNCIL COMMITTEE
Monday, April 9, 2001 Summary
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Skate park Update:
Jenny Schroder wanted Council Committee to know that this project has not been forgotten. We should be receiving
the permit from Community Development this month. As soon as we have received the permit, Jenny will submit a
timeline for this project to the Council Committee.
2% for the Arts and BPA Trail:
Deputy City Attorney Pat Richardson stated that 2% for the Arts is not available for the BPA Trail. The intent of the
2% for the arts funding is meant for parks where the public can gather.
Amending Park Regulations Regarding Alcoholic Beverages in a Public Space:
Jennifer Schroder stated that there has been a change in the state legislature regarding alcoholic beverages in a public
space. The legislature reduced the penalty from a criminal infraction to a class 3 civil infraction. Therefore, an
amendment to the city’s ordinance is required.
HELLICKSON AND McCOLGAN MOVED AND SECONDED A MOTION TO FORWARD THE
PROPOSED ORDINANCE, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 91-82, SECTION 11-64 OF ARTICLE II TO
CHAPTER 11 OF THE PARKS REGULATIONS, TO THE FULL CITY COUNCIL WITH A “DO PASS”
RECOMMENDATION. MOTION PASSED.
Office of Justice Programs Bulletproof Vest Grant:
Laura Camden stated that in June of 1998 Congress made funds available to purchase vests. 50% of the vests have
been paid for by the Department of Justice. The department has earmarked funds from their Training Budget to
offset the required 50% local match. This opportunity is available again, The deadline is April 14, 2001. Dean
McColgan expressed concern that they are using funds budgeted for training, thereby taking away training
opportunities for the officers. Camden clarified that the funds are unspent training dollars carried forward from 2000
training expenditure.
HELLICKSON AND McCOLGAN MOVED AND SECONDED A MOTION TO APPROVE THE
REQUEST TO PURCHASE THE SECOND CHANCE VESTS AS AMENDED USING THE 2000
BULLETPROOF VEST AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,902.20 AND THE 2001 CARRY FORWARD
IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,935. MOTION PASSED.
McColgan would like staff to research the possibility of an Amateur Athletic/Performing Arts Center. Jenny
suggested reviewing the Hunter report. She will report back at the next meeting with information regarding what the
next step should be.
Hellickson asked Jenny if there was any way that we could use the schools more effectively for our Recreation
Programs. Jenny will report back at the next meeting with information regarding our current agreement with the
school district, and the city’s current use of school facilities and a report on programs that we’re not offering due to
facility limitations and/or staff resources.
NEXT MEETING
May 14, 2001.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 12:36 p.m.
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