Council MIN 06-19-2012 RegularCITY OF
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MINUTES
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
June 19, 2012 - 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Elected officials present: Mayar Skip Priest, Deputy Mayor Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Linda
Kochmar, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember Bob Celski, Councilmember
Roger Freeman and Councilmember Dini Duclos. Mayor Priest excused Councilmember
Susan Honda.
City staff present: City Attorney Pat Richardson and City Clerk Carol McNeilly
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dick Mayer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mavor's Emerqinq Issues
Prior to the emerging issues, Mayor Priest commented how fortunate and proud the City is
to be hosting the US Olympic Diving Team Trials this week at the Weyerhaeuser King
County Aquatic Center. As King 5 News reported yesterday, the Olympic Dive Trials have
a significant economic impact, it is estimated that more the $3.5M will be spent in King
County, with $1 M or more to the Federal Way economy. The City competed for the rights
to host the event, and invested funds up front. $140K of Lodging Tax Funds went into
bringing this week's events together. Lodging Tax Funds are strictly allocated for events
that promote tourism in the city. The return on investment is turning out to be excellent.
Local hotels are reporting they are full, our restaurants have seen an upswing in business,
and it is estimated that between 2,000 and 3,000 visitors will attend the dive trials. None of
this would have been possible without the city securing the diving trials. Mayor Priest
thanked the City Council, the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and Community and
Economic Director Patrick Doherty for their hard work in supporting this event in many
ways.
Fireworks:
Mayor Priest referenced the photograph on the Chambers display screen that was taken
at the City's Red, White and Blues Festival. The festival will be held on July 4, 2012 and
will have live bands, games and fun for the entire family.
Police Chief Brian Wilson reminded everyone that fireworks are illegal in Federal Way and
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reviewed the Police Departments fireworks enforcement plans.
RFP for Joint Venture Civic Center:
Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty provide a brief update
on the Request for Proposals for a Joint Venture to build a Civic Center. The deadline for
proposals was June 15. The City received two responses; one from ARCADD, Inc. and
one from Lorax Partners, LNM Architects and Opus Northwest. Staff will conduct due
diligence on the proposals and report back to Council in approximately three weeks.
US Conference of Mavors:
Mayor Priest noted that at their May 15, 2012 meeting, the Council approved a letter to the
US Conference of Mayors requesting they approve a resolution ta fight human trafficking.
The resolution called on Backpage.com to implement simple steps to require in person ID
verification for people using their services. Over the weekend, the US Conference of
Mayors held their annual meeting. The group unanimously agreed to support the
resolution which will increase pressure on Backpage.com and similar services that
facilitate human trafficking.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Norma Blanchard spoke about the citizen initiative process as outlined in the Federal Way
Revised Code. She stated the 90-day timeframe to collect signatures was unattainable. She
asked the Council to amend the FWRC to eliminate the 90-day timeframe.
Libbv Bennett with Occupy Federal Way submitted written comments for the City Clerk to read
into the record. She invited everyone to attend a community meeting on June 30, 2012 at the
320 Street Library that focuses on the impact of coal trains to local communities. The
meeting will begin at 1:30 pm.
Tracv Hills — Stated he was disappointed the Council opted not to move forward with the 304"'
and 21 S ' fraffic study. He suggested additional police efforts to address speeding in the area.
He also encouraged the City to press Sound Transit to fulfill its commitment to deliver light rail
to the Federal Way area.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items lisfed 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. Individua! items may be
removed by a Councilmember for separate discussion and subsequent motion.
a. Minutes: June 5, 2012 Regular Meeting
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c. 2012 Diversity Commission Work Plan
d. Application for Ballistic Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant
e. Washington Traffic Safety Commission Grant — Grant 2011/12 Amendment #1
f. Washington Traffic Safety Commission Grant — Grant 2011/12 Amendment #1 Funded
Fiscal Year
g. S. 356 St. Regional Detention Facility Retrofit — Preliminary Design Status
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h. Neighborhood Traffic Safety (NTS) Project Bid Award
i. Lakota Middle School Safe Routes to School Project — 85% Design Status Report
j. SW 312 Street -14 Ave. SW to Dash Point Road improvement Project — 85%
Design Status Report
k. Grant Funding for Transportation Improvement Projects — Authorization to Submit an
Application
6.
L Resolution: Setting Public Hearing Date for 2013-2018 Transportation Jmprovement
Flan — Resolution 12-620
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of items 5a through 51. Councilmember
Duclos second.
Councilmember Burbidge pulled item 5b. Ameri-Corps Anti-Bullying Mural Donation
VOTE on items 5a; 5c — 51:
Deputy Mayor'Ferrell
Councilmember Kochmar
Councilmember Honda
Councilmember Burbidge
Councilmember Celski
Councilmember freeman
Councilmember Duclos
Motion carried 6-0.
Yes
Yes
Excused
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
5b. Ameri-Corps Anti-Bullvinq Mural Donation
Councilmember Burbidge spoke #o the importance of this mural and thanked Ameri-Corps for
their work on this project.
MOTION: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of Consent ltem 5b. Councilmember
Burbidge second.
VOTE:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes
Councilmember Kochmar Yes
Councilmember Honda Excused
Councilmember Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Celski Yes
Councilmember freeman Yes
Gouncilmember Duclos Yes
Motion carried 6-0.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Diversitv Commission Appointments
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to re-appoint Troy Smith to the Diversity
Commission as a voting member with a term of May 31, 2015, and appoint Joseph
Kuria as voting member with a term of May 31, 2015. Councilmember Duclos
second.
VOTE:
Deputy Mayor ferrell Yes
Councilmember Kochmar Yes
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Councilmember Honda Excused
Councilmember Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Celski Yes
Councilmember Freeman Yes
Councilmember Duclos Yes
Motion carried 6-0.
b. Centerstaqe Contract Amendment to Manaqe Knutzen Familv Theatre
Parks and Public Works Director Cary Roe noted that on July 13, 2009, the City entered
into a contract with Centerstage Theatre to manage the Knutzen Far`nily Theatre for a
three-year period. The contract is expiring on July 30, 2012 and both parties are interested
in extending the contract for three-years (July 1, 2012 — June 30, 2015). Contract revisions
include the deletion of a cost of living increase, identifying the bathroom cleaning
responsibilities and clarifying language regarding use of equipment of the stage.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved approval of the proposed contract
amendment with Centerstage Theater to manage Knutzen Family Theatre. Deputy
Mayor Ferrell second.
VOTE:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes
Councilmember Kochmar Yes
Councilmember Honda Excused
Councilmember Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Celski Yes
Councilmember Freeman Yes
Councilmember Duclos Yes
Motion carried 6-0.
c. WA State Department of Ecoloqy Soil Safetv Proqram
Steve Ikerd, Parks and Facilities Manager provided background information on the Soil
Safety program and introduced Amy Hargrove, Soil Safety Coordinator with the WA State
Department of Ecology. Ms. Hargrove stated the Tacoma Smelter Plume emitted arsenic
and lead into the air which settled into the surrounding soils. The Soil Safety Program
started in 2005 and is a free program for play areas at existing schools, licensed
childcares, parks, camps and multi-family public housing. The DOE sampled parks in
Federal Way and three parks were recommended for the Soil Safety Program: Adelaide
Park, Heritage Woods Park and Lake Grove Park. The DOE is recommending posting
signage at Adelaide and Heritage Woods Park to address the relatively minor
contamination areas found, which are in forested areas of the park. At Lake Grove Park,
the DOE would like to excavate and disposal of the contaminated soil.
Councilmember Burbidge recommended the DOE issue a press release regarding the
signage and work that will be done at the Lake Grove Park.
MOTION: Councilmember Kochmar moved to authorize the soil safety work at
Adelaide, Heritage Woods and Lake Grove Parks to be managed by the Washington
State Department of Ecology. Burbidge second.
VOTE:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes
Councilmember Kochmar Yes
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Councilmember Honda Excused
Councilmember Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Celski Yes
Councilmember Freeman Yes
Councilrnember Duclos Yes
Motion carried 6-0.
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos reported there will be Solid Waste Workshop on July 13, 2012 that will
focus on the liability issues with the interlocal agreement. She attended a Regional Policy
Committee meeting that focused on tolling on the 520 Floating Bridge.
CouncilmemberFreeman noted that even though the Council chose not to move forward with
the traffic study on 304� and 21 Ave., they have expressed their concerns regarding
pedestrian safety 'in that area.
Councilmember Celski reported the next LUTC Meeting is July 2, 2012. He noted #hat the
Council is wearing 'buttons in support of the diving trials and he is proud that citizens and
businesses are welcoming the athletes to the community.
Councilmember Burbidge next LTAC meeting is July 10, 2012. She attended a South County
Area Transportation Board meeting where discussion focused on the County-wide Grant
Program as well as economic and demographic changes that have occurred overthe past few
years. Lastly, she reported on upcoming community and arts events.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell stated he, like his colleagues, is excited about the Olympic Diving Trials.
He is pleased with the banners that the City has displayed that support the event. He reported
on the Flag Day Event at the King County Aquatic Center that he attended.
Councilmember Kochmar also attended the Flag Day Event at the King County Aquatics
Center and thanked everyone for their work to make the event so successful. She attended a
Suburban Cities Association Public Issues Comrnittee meeting that focused on trans#erable
development rights. The Kiwanis salmon bake event is the last Friday in July.
8. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Priest had no report.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at 8:11 pm.
Attest:
Carol McNeilly, CMC i y Cle c
Approved by Council: July 3, 2012
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