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FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
June 7, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Skip Priest, Deputy Mayor Dini Duclos, Councilmember
Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Mike Park, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember
Jack Dovey and Councilmember Roger Freeman.
Mayor Priest excused Councilmember Linda Kochmar.
Staff present: City Attorney Pat Richardson and City Clerk Carol McNeilly.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Park led the pledge of allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Volunteer Recoqnition: Meqan Johnson
Mayor Priest state Megan Johnson is a Federal Way resident who won the prestigious
Jefferson Award and will be representing the state for the national award later this month
in Washington D.C. Ms. Johnson is the founder of three organizations: Megan's Mission
which distributes necessities forthe homeless; From the Heartwhich distributes blankets
to babies affected by drugs and poverty; Kids Helping Kids which distributes DVD's to
children at Children's Hospital. In addition, she works as a Shriners Clown visiting
hospitalized children and also writes children's books to combat bullying and help children
deal with trips to the hospital. Ms. Johnson thanked the Council for honoring her and
spoke about volunteer work.
b. Proclamation: Relav for Life
Councilmember Burbidge stated that one of the American Cancer Society's fundraising
events is the Relay for Life. This year Federal Way residents can participate in the event at
Saghalie Middle School. The event will be held on June 24 beginning at 6:00 pm and
ending on June 25 at noon. Councilmember Burbidge read the proclamation into the
record and called Relay for Life representatives Dick Mayer, Trinette Mayer and Theresa
Raleigh to the podium to accept the proclamation. The representatives thanked the Council
for recognizing the Relay for Life event and spoke about how cancer has touched their
lives.
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c. Student Art Contest Winners
Councilmember Burbidge stated the Student Art contest is an opportunity for students to
dispiay their artwork in the Municipal Court. The theme for the art contest is Liberty and
Justice for All. Councilmember Burbidge introduced Arts Commission Chair Susan Honda
and members of the Arts Commission. Chair Honda showcased a recent art piece that is
located at Dumas Bay. The Arts Commission is hosting a contest to name the piece. The
top five entries will be forwarded to the artist to select the winning name.
Chair Honda reviewed the prizes for the Student Art Contest winners and called the
following winners to the podium; Brittney Rogers, Emily Odom, Jyoti Bodas, Rachel
Arnold, Katherine Madonna and Armone Hawkins-Rogers.
d. Certificate of Appointment: Human Service Commission
Councilmember Burbidge presented Human Service Commissioner Jan Owen with a
certificate of appointment. The Council appointed Ms. Owen to the Commission as a voting
member at their May17, 2011 City Council meeting.
e. Kinq County Solid Waste: Svstem Overview, Rates and Interlocal Aqreement Uqdate
Deputy Mayor Duclos stated for the past two years she has served on the Metropolitan
Solid Waste Committee, which focuses on how the region manages its solid waste.
Deputy Mayor Duclos introduced Kevin Kiernan, Director of King County Solid Waste
Division to present some information to the Council on this issue. Mr. Kiernan stated the
Cedar Hills Regional Landfill serves all of the cities in King County with the exception of
Seattle. He reviewed the numerous steps that are underway to extend the life of the
landfill. Later this year there will be a comprehensive plan coming to cities for approval. He
noted solid waste rates have increased at a rate less than the rate of inflation. King
County had interlocal agreements with 37 cities; these agreements will expire in 2028.
Deputy Mayor Duclos inquired about the 2012 rate increase. Mr. Kiernan stated rates
would increase from $95 per ton to $108 per ton, with and estimated to impact to residents
by 76 cents per garbage can, per household.
f. Mayor's Emerqinq Issues:
• Lonq-Ranqe Financial Plan Update:
Mayor Priest stated planning for the 2013-2014 budget began in November 2010.
Budget savings in 2011 /2012 have been $885K in management changes and $78K in
frugal innovations. Original projections for the 2013/2014 budget showed an
operating gap of $1.7M in 2013 and $3.2M in 2014, now the projections is $628K in
2013 and $446K in 2013. Assumptions for 2013-2014 revenue include a 1% property
tax increase consistent with past Council practice. A projected 2% increased sales tax,
continue redirection for $600K per year in utility tax funding from overlay to general
fund. Finance Director Tho Kraus reviewed the net biennium revenue increases which
total $1.27M, and the net biennium expenditure decrease which total $735K. Ms.
Kraus reviewed changes to the Utility Tax Fund, Traffic Safety Fund and Debt
Service/REET Fund. In addition she summarized the 2012 Reserve Account
estimates. Councilmember Park asked Public Works/Parks/Emergency Manager
Director Cary Roe about impacts to City's street paving score. Mr. Roe stated over 5-7
years there may be a decrease in the score due to the freeze/thaw cycle and cost of
pavement.
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• RFQ Responses on AMC Theatre Site
Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty stated the City
received three responses to the RFQ on the AMC Theatre site. One response was
from Twin Development which was a twin tower proposal. The second response was
an exhibition center style concept with some residential development. The third
proposal was mid-rise development with senior housing.
• Underaqe Dance Clubs in Liquor Establishments
Police Chief Brian W ilson stated in 1997 the Council passed a resolution that opposes
all age activity/dance clubs where liquor is served. He stated a local business may be
applying with the WA State Liquor Board for some all age activities at their location.
• Representative Katrina Asay
Representative Asay stated the legislature accomplished a lot of things this session.
She is pleased with the outcome of the precious metal bill and funding for Federal
Way's Triangle Project. Representative Asay reviewed the City Fiscal Relief Bill and
the Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) Bill. She thanked Councilmember Ferrell and
Chief Wilson for their help with the precious metal bill.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Betty Tavlor would like the Council to increase the public comment period from three to five
minutes. She also stated the Waterbury apartment complex is experiencing issues with rats.
Michael Kun spoke on behalf of the English Garden Homeowner Association. He would like
to have streetlights installed in his neighborhood and asked the Council to considerfunding
the project.
Roqer Flyqare encouraged the Council to replace the microphone at the podium, as it does
not amplify well. He complimented the Council on their recognition of volunteers, asked City
staff to follow up on the internet issue at his business complex, and suggested the Council
build an economic engine on the AMC Theatre site.
Mizu Suqimura served on the first Diversity Commission as well as the City's Arts
Commission. Ms. Sugimura spoke in support of Councilmember Park's time on the City
Council.
Norma Blanchard spoke in support of the Council adopting term limits. She feels she received
incorrect information from City staff regarding the initiative and referendum process.
Clara McArthur spoke regarding an upcoming public hearing regarding the Christian Faith
Center development agreement amendment. She opposes a new traffic light in the area.
Nancv Combs supports changing the public comment period for three to five minutes. She
does not like stop signs painted on the ground. Ms. Combs also asked the Council to look into
a program that assists seniors with landscaping and home maintenance.
Donald Barovic stated the King County Solid Waste presentation was informational and he
does not oppose the proposed rate increase. He fears that a lit cigarette tossed out of a car
window may cause a fire in dry grass, and therefore encouraged Police to issue tickets to
those violators.
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5. CONSENT AGENDA
Ifems 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: May 17, Regular Meeting and May 24, 2011 Special Meeting - Approved
b. Vouchers Approved
c. Monthly Financial Report Approved
d. RESOLUTION: Setting the Public Hearing Date for 2012-2017 Transportation
Improvement Plan Approved
e. RESOLUTION: Setting the Public Hearing Date for the street Vacation of a Portion of SW
340 Street Approved
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g. Spring 2011 Tourism Enhancement Grants Approved
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved approval of items 5a through 5g.
Councilmember povey second.
Councilmember Park pulled item 5f.
VOTE: Items 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d, 5e and 5g were approved 6-0.
5f. Fundinq for Sand Sculpture Event
Economic and Community Development Director Patrick Doherty provided background
information on this item. Last year the City funded the World Championship of Sand
Sculpture event with $23K in Lodging Tax Funds as well as $58K from the General Fund.
This year's event will be a"Tour of Champions" as the World Championship was not
offered to Federal Way's local group. The event will run from August 18 through
September 5, 2011. At the May 18, 2011 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, members of
the organizing group requested an additional $25K in lodging tax revenue in addition to
the $23K that the City Council approved for this event. Mr. Doherty reiterated that funding
from lodging tax revenues can only be allocated for tourism activities. John Hatcher
stated they are now 42% confirmed on sponsorship funds. He also summarized their plans
for increasing attendance for the 2011 event.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Duclos moved approval to fund the event. Councilmember
Dovey second. VOTE: Motion carried 5-1 Councilmember Park dissenting.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Commission Appointment: Lodqinq Tax Advisory Committee
MOTION: Councilmember povey moved to appoint Daniel Yim to position five on the
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee with a expiring term of October 31, 2011.
Councilmember Park second. VOTE: Motion carried 6-0.
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7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Ferrell announced this Saturday would be the Flag Day Celebration at the
King County Aquatics Center.
Deputy Mayor Duclos reported on an upcoming Regional Policy Committee meeting on June
8, 2011.
Councilmember Park announced that he would not be running for re-election after his term is
up this year. He reported on the upcoming King County Flood Control and FEDRAC meetings.
Councilmember Burbidge thanked Councilmember Park for his years of service on the City
Council. She reported the next PRHSPS Committee meeting would be June 14, and reported
on an upcoming pedestrian, bicycle plan meeting as well as local performing arts events.
MOTION; Deputy Mayor Duclos moved to suspend the Council Rules to conduct the•
meeting past 10:00 pm. Councilmember povey second. VOTE: Motion carried 6-0.
Councilmember povey encouraged citizens to participate in the upcoming Relay for Life event.
Councilmember Freeman spoke in support of the Sound Transit project as well as the Relay
for Life event.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Priest thanked Councilmembers Kochmar and Burbidge for attending the Sound
Transit Board meeting with him last week. He reported the Korean Consul General plans to
visit Federal Way on June 21, 2011.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council did not adjourn to executive session.
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9. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business before the Council, Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at 10:03
pm.
Attest:
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Carol McNeilly, CMC, City lerk
Approved by Council: June 21, 2011
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