PRHSPSC MINS 07-09-2001
City of Federal Way
City Council
PARKS, RECREATION, HUMAN SERVICES & PUBLIC SAFETY COUNCIL COMMITTEE
Monday, July 9, 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; Anne Kirkpatrick, Director Public Safety;
Ann Guenther, Human Services Manager; Pat Richardson, Deputy City Attorney; Jennifer Schroder, Director of
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Mary Faber, Recreation and Cultural Services Superintendent, Mary
Jaenicke, Administrative Assistant II.
Guests: Donna Welch, Joann Piquette, H. David Kaplan
Chair Burbidge called the meeting to order at 12:03 p.m.
Council member Hellickson made a motion to add the issue of tobacco use within the parks to the agenda.
McColgan seconded. Motion Passed.
PUBLIC FORUM
H. David Kaplan expressed concern regarding the use of fireworks at Steele Lake Park on the 4th of July. He called
the police numerous times. He would like Chief Kirkpatrick to review how many calls were received regarding the
illegal use of fireworks, how many of those calls were followed up, and from those calls how many tickets/fines were
issued. The play equipment at Celebration Park is under construction. He is also selling tickets to the second annual
Garden Tour, which takes place on July 21. The proceeds will benefit the Federal Way Symphony.
COMMISSION COMMENTS
None.
APPROVAL OF SUMMARY
DEAN McCOLGAN AND MICHAEL HELLICKSON MOVED AND SECONDED TO APPROVE THE
JUNE 11, 2001 MEETING SUMMARY AS WRITTEN. MOTION PASSED.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Skate Park 2% for the Arts
Mary Faber explained that a meeting was scheduled for this morning to review applications that were submitted for
Skate Park 2% for the Arts project. Unfortunately they did not receive any new information. There is an artist that is
interested in the project, but he has not had time to complete his materials. The meeting has been rescheduled for the
next Arts Commission Committee meeting. The Arts Commission will come back to Council Committee in August
with a recommended artist. Council member McColgan asked how they publicize requests for applications for art
projects such as this. Faber stated that the Arts Commission has a large mailing list, and they also use King County’s
Public Art/Artist Roster. Faber also stated because the budget is under $40,000 a lot of artist are reluctant to bid.
Council member McColgan requested that we include local art schools in our mailings.
LLEBG 2001 Processing Application
Chief Kirkpatrick wanted to inform the committee that the Department will be applying for the 2001 LLEBG award.
The Bureau of Justice Assistance has earmarked $96,133 for the City of Federal Way. Council member Hellickson
asked if they knew what they were going to use the money for. Chief Kirkpatrick stated the money will go towards
technology.
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LLEBG 2000 Budget Adjustment
Chief Kirkpatrick stated that the Department would like to re-prioritize how they would like to spend the 2000
LLEBG money. They would like to eliminate the purchase of lock boxes and upgrade the quality of the stop sticks.
They would also like to purchase bike uniforms and helmets for the certified bicycle officers, and purchase three
laptops. Council member Hellickson wanted to know why we are purchasing the ruggedized laptops. He s
concerned that we are spending 30% more in cost for these laptops, and not getting as good a laptop. He stated he
would recommend moving forward with the request, but hold back the request for three ruggedized laptops. Chief
Kirkpatrick stated that the cost shown is a projected cost. Chair Burbidge stated the main concern for the laptops is
dependability, and would like to respect the request of the department. She does not want any unnecessary delays.
Council member McColgan suggested we try one non-ruggedized laptop to see which is better. Chief Kirkpatrick
agreed to have one of the three laptops requested to be non-ruggedized.
HELLICKSON AND MCCOLGAN MOVED AND SECONDED A MOTION TO APPROVE AND ACCEPT
THIS REQUEST TO APPROVE THE BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVE THE PURCHASING
AUTHORITY AS LISTED BELOW AND FORWARD TO FULL COUNCIL FOR CONSIDERATION AT
ITS AUGUST 7, 2001 MEETING. MOTION PASSED.
1. Eliminate the purchase for the Firearm Lock Boxes, and reallocate $29,855 as follows:
A. Authorize the reallocation of $4,500 for road spikes, from $13,375 to $17,875
B. Authorize the reallocation of $5,000 and approve the purchase for nine (9) bike uniforms
and helmets.
C. Authorize the reallocation of $20,355 and approve the purchase for three laptops, with one
of those three laptops being a non-ruggedized laptop computer and VRM’s.
Council member McColgan also requested an update on the New Horizon Motel, and that area of Pacific Highway
South.
Tobacco use in the Parks
Deputy Attorney Pat Richardson is still gathering information regarding tobacco use in the parks. She wants to know
what direction the Council would like her to take. City Manager Moseley stated that there are two approaches to
take: “No smoking within 50 feet of the ballfields” which is negative, or “Here is where you can smoke” which is
positive. It seems easier to take the positive approach. Hellickson would like smoking to be banned from the kids
play area, concession stands, and ballfields. But he will go along with what staff feels is the easiest. McColgan
asked if the schools no smoking policy is interlocal. Schroder stated that she would look into this. Chair Burbidge
questioned how we would enforce the ordinance. Chief Kirkpatrick prefers that it be and infraction, and not
criminal. If it’s criminal, then they can call for a jury, which could get very expensive. Also, in order for a person to
be cited the officer must have seen the infraction occur. McColgan stated that he has not been contacted by a lot of
people wanting us to ban smoking in the parks. He needs to be convinced before he agrees to this ordinance.
McColgan requested that staff take a “head count” of the number of people who are smoking in the parks. It was
suggested that we make this issue a policy and not an ordinance. Chair Burbidge requested that this issue be
discussed at the Parks Commission meeting. The direction of the PRHSPS Council Committee is that the Ban of
Tobacco use in Parks be a policy and not an ordinance.
Other
Deputy Mayor Kochmar expressed concern regarding Mayor Paul Schell being assaulted over the weekend, and that
our City Council is not covered by the City’s insurance policy. She stated that the council makes a lot of public
appearances and is vulnerable to explosive situations. She asked Chief Kirkpatrick if there is any written policy on
what to do in these situations. Chief Kirkpatrick stated that their presence can be requested at meetings or events,
and that calling 911 is the quickest way to get a response. Deputy Mayor Kochmar requested that this issue be
discussed at the August Parks, Recreation, Human Services & Public Safety Council Committee meeting.
NEXT MEETING
August 13, 2001.
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ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 12:52 p.m.
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