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FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
May 3, 2011
7:00 p.m.
www. cityoffederalway. com
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:04 pm
Councilmembers present: Mayor Skip Priest, Councilmember Jim Ferrell, Councilmember
Linda Kochmar, Councilmember Mike Park, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge,
Councilmember Jack Dovey and Councilmember Roger Freeman.
Mayor Priest excused Deputy Mayor Duclos.
Staff present: City Attorney Pat Richardson and City Clerk Carol McNeilly.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Coach Roach led the pledge of allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Volunteer Recoqnition: Police Volunteers
Mayor Priest provided some history on the City's Police Department, which began
providing services on October 16, 1996. Volunteers have been crucial to the success of
the City's Police Department.
Police Chief Brian Wilson stated there are currently 48 volunteers in the Police
Department that assist with 15 various programs. Volunteers provide services in the
following areas: shopping cart pickup and return; operation of the City Safe City Cameras;
animal service program assistance; information desk staffing at City Hall; fingerprint
technicians; property evidence associates; and vehicle maintenance. Volunteers go
through an extensive background check prior to working in the Police Department.
Chief Wilson also stated retired Police Officer Stephen O'Neal passed away. He was part
of the startup of the Federal Way Police Department and retired in 2007.
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b. Kinq Countv Librarv — 320 Facility Desiqn Update
Councilmember Burbidge introduced King Library Services Manger John Sheller who
stated the library held a public meeting on April 5 th and will be sharing information
presented at the meeting. Mr. Sheller introduced members of the King County Design
Team. The new library will be located on 320 The design features are open, will include
lots of glass, and the building will be more visible. The team presented project diagrams
and reviewed the layout of the new facility. The team is soliciting comments on the project
and welcomes input from citizens. Comments can be made at kcls.org. A second public
meeting on the project is planned for a future date.
c. Proclamation: National Public Garden Dav
Councilmember Burbidge spoke to the value of community and public gardens and read
the proclamation into the record proclaiming May 6, 2011 as Public Garden Day in the City
of Federal Way. Councilmember Burbidge presented the proclamation to Monte and
Diane Powell of Powell's Wood Garden. Mr. Powell thanked the Council for the support
and recognition.
d. Proclamation: National Dav of Praver
Councilmember povey spoke to the importance of prayer in our community and read the
proclamation into the record declaring May 5, 2011 as National Day of Prayer in Federal
Way. Councilmember povey presented the proclamation to Bob Roach and Christopher
Stone. Mr. Stone and Mr. Roach thanked the Council for the proclamation and stated a
Prayer Breakfast is scheduled for 7:00 am on May 5 th at the Commons Mall.
e. Proclamation: Public Works Week
Councilmember Kochmar read the proclamation into the record and declared May 15
through 21, 2011 as Public Works Week in the City of Federal Way. Councilmember
Kochmar presented the proclamation to Parks, Public Works and Emergency
Management Director Cary Roe. Mr. Roe thanked the Council for the recognition on
behalf of the Public Works Department.
f. PETCO - Donation to Animal Services Proqram
Police Chief Brian Wilson stated the City's Animal Services Program received a donation
from PETCO for $3,690. Michael Jankowski, the manager of the Federal Way PETCO,
stated he was honored to be able to assist the City and looks forward to working with the
Animal Services Department.
g. Certificates of Appointment: Parks and Recreation Commission
Councilmember Burbidge presented Certificates of Appointment to individuals appointed
to the Parks and Recreation Commission by the City Council at the April 19, 2011 City
Council meeting. Commissioner Moore thanked the Council for the appointment to a
voting position.
h. Earth Dav Wrap Up Report
Parks and Facilities Supervisor Jason Gerwen reported 186 volunteers turned out for the
City's Earth Day event on April 16, 2011. Over 205 cubic yards of debris was removed and
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90 cubic yards of mulch was spread. Mr. Gerwen thanked all of the volunteers for
donating their time for this years Earth Day event.
i. Mavor's Emerqinq Issues
Mayor Priest stated there were two emerging issues this evening coming from the Police
Department. Chief Wilson reviewed the preliminary 1S` quarter crime statistics. These
statistics compare the first quarter of 2010 with the first quarter of 2011. The statistics
show and overall 18.7% reduction in crime in the City.
The second issue focused on the Police Department's aggressive efforts to protect
pedestrian safety. Commander Stan McCall shared background information on the Red
Light Photo Enforcement Program. In 2008, during the first three months of the program,
4,154 red light citations were issued. School Zone cameras were implemented in 2009 at
two locations. Commander McCall stated the programs are reducing accidents and allow
officers to respond to other calls. There have been finro issues with the program. The first
is with the contractor ATS, who was not processing their mail in a timely manner. Staff
worked with the contractor to resolve this issue. The second is the flashing yellow light in
the Saghalie school zone has been working intermittently. Staff is currentlyworking with
King County to resolve the time clock synchronization issue.
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.
Mayor Priest summarized a proclamation declaring May 2011 as Civility Month.
Norma Blanchard asked that the topic of initiatives and referendum be discussed at a Special
City Council meeting rather than during a FEDRAC meeting. She asked the Council to
consider adopting term limits.
Nancv Combs reported that vehicles are racing on 21 Ave. SW She would like to see a
stronger police presence patrolling in her neighborhood.
Bettv Tavlor would like to extend the public comment period from three minutes to five
minutes. She reported that Solid Ground will be presenting a forum for tenants on June 2g`
from 5- 7pm at the Federal Way Library on 320
Susan Honda spoke about overflow parking from the King County Weyerhaeuser Aquatic
Center into her neighborhood. She is concerned about parking for upcoming events at the
center.
Clara McArthur stated there should be civility on both sides of the dais.
Mayor Priest announced that Finance Director Tho Kraus would make a brief presentation to
address citizen comments received at the April 19, 2011 City Council meeting. Ms. Kraus
explained the Rainy Day Fund was established during the 2009-10 Budget Process to cover
the 2011-12 operating gap. It was set at $3.1 Million; the current balance is zero. She reported
the City does not have a Disaster Relief Fund; however, there are Strategic Reserves, which
are set aside to respond to public emergencies, natural disasters or major unanticipated
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projects. Funding of the Strategic Reserves is targeted at 5% of the General Fund and the
current balance is $2 Million. Ms. Kraus added there is $1.1 Million in the General Fund for
contingencies. This purpose of this fund is to accommodate to operational changes,
legislative impacts or other economic events not anticipated during the budget preparation.
Funding is targeted at 3%. If funds are spent, they must be reimbursed as required bypolicy.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed below have been previously reviewed in their entirety by a Council Committee of three members and
broughf 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: April 19, 20.11 Special and Regular Meeting Approved
b. Monthly Financial Repor# Approved
c. Vouchers Approved
d. S 320th St at I-5 Southbound Off-Ramp Channelization Project — Bid Award Approved
e. 20th Ave Sidewalk Improvement Project (S 316th Stto S 314th St)— Bid Award Approved
f. W SDOT Tra�c Busters — Fiber Optic Cable Connection — Authorization to Bid Approved
g. WA State Traffic Safety Committee — School Zone Flasher Grants Approved
h. Purchase of Adobe Soffinrare Approved
Institutional Network Contract Renewal Approved
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MOTION: Councilmember Park moved approval of the consent agenda items.
Councilmember Kochmar Second.
Councilmember Park pulled item 5j.
VOTE: Items 5a through 5i were approved 6-0.
5.j. Civic Center Alternative Fundinq Methodoloqies
Administrative Services Director Bryant Enge summarized some financing models forthe
Civic Center/Performing Arts Center development. Models include Public-private
partnership, private joint venture, private development, non-profit develop and more. Staff
is requesting approval to explore more alternative funding methods.
MOTION: Councilmember Park moved approval of staff's recommendation to
proceed with exploring alternative financing methodologies. Councilmember
Burbidge second. VOTE: Motion carried 6-0.
6. ORDINANCES
First Reading:
a. CB# 572 Federal Wav Revised Code (FWRC) — Unfit Structures Code
Amendment
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washingfon, relating to unfit premises; amending
FWRC 1.15.140; 1.15.160; 1.15.180; 1.15.190; 1.15.250; and adding a new section to FWRC
Chapter 1.15.
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Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty stated the
proposed amendments would add a new section to the FWRC clarifying what
constitutes a dangerous or unfit premise. Current code language addresses unfit
structures, not premises. The amendment will also change who is designated as
the City's Improvement Officer and Appeals Commission. It would allow for the
initial hearing to be heard by the Building Official instead of the Hearing Examiner.
Mr. Doherty reviewed the proposed enforcement timeline, which would be
substantially shorter than the current process. If the City incurs costs under this
process they can be recouped by a tax lien on the property. The Council
discussed the proposed amendments and asked clarifying questions of Mr.
Doherty. Staff was directed to research other options for recovering expenses
incurred by the City.
City Clerk McNeilly read the ordinance title into the record.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to forward the ordinance to the
May 17, 2011 City Council meeting for second reading and enactment.
Councilmember Ferrell second. Motion carried 6-0.
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Freeman stated he has noticed litter around the bus stops in the area. He
would like staff to explore ways to clean up the areas.
Councilmember povey reported on an upcoming board meeting of the med-tech accelerator.
He stated the LTAC would be reviewing the Tourism Enhancement Grants.
Councilmember Burbidge reported the May PRHSPS meeting has been canceled. The next
PRHSPS meeting with be the second week in June. She reported on upcoming meetings
regarding transit service reduction. She thanked the Comcast Volunteer Program who
donated their time to improve Camp Kilworth.
Councilmember Park reported he woutd be attending the King County Flood Control District
meeting on May 19, 2011. He stated the next FEDRAC meeting is May 24, 2011.
Councilmember Kochmar reported that she serves on the Puget Sound Regional Committee
Economic Committee. They toured local clothing manufactures and would like to see cloth
fabric distributers locate in the City. She also spoke about the St. Francis' Women's Heart
Attack Campaign.
Councilmember Ferrell reported that he attended the DAWN breakfast last week. DAWN
provides services for domestic abuse victims. He stated he was the guest note speaker for
the Sports in Schools Program that strived to provide scholarships for students in Seattle
Schools.
8. MAYORS REPORT
Mayor Priest had no report.
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9. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business before the Council, Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at
9:22 pm.
Attest:
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Carol McNeilly, CMC, ity Clerk
Approved by Council: May 17, 2011
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