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Council MIN 10-02-2012 RegularCITY OF � Federal Way MINUTES FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Council Chambers - City Hall Dctober 2, 2012 7:00 p.m. www. cityoffedera/way. com 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm. Elected officials present: Mayor Skip Priest, Deputy Mayor Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Linda Kochmar, Councilmember Susan Honda, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember Bob Celski, Councilmember Roger Freeman and Councilmember Dini Duclos. City staff present: City Attorney Pat Richardson and City Clerk Carol McNeilly. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Dick Mayer led the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion: Councilmember Duclos moved to amend the agenda and add item 6(e)/ Proposed Settlement Agreement with Waste Management. Councilmember Freeman second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Councilmember Celski Yes Councilmemberfreeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Motion carried 7-0. 3. PRESENTATIONS a. Clean Citv Heroes Recoanition Deputy Mayor Ferrell announced this presentation was to recognize a group of individuals, volunteers and city staff that work very hard to keep Federal Way clean. Litter and graffiti send a message that people don't care about the community. When you have litter and graffiti problems, vandalism and crime often follow. The individuals being recognized this evening contribute to a City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 1 of 8 cleaner city as well as a safer community. City staff members Mei Nong and Jack Johnson were presented with certificates of appreciation for their work in graffiti removal. The Council has made graffiti removal a priority for many years. Currently there are two positions funded to remove graffiti from public property and right-of-ways. Both individuals work very hard to ensure when graffiti occurs it gets removed quickly. Citizens can report graffiti by calling 253-835-2617. Another aspect of a clean city is litter removal. Vadis is a litter crew removal company that the city contracts with. Vadis crew members are dedicated individuals who do a tremendous job removing litter along public rights-of-way throughout the city. Vadis crew members were presented with certificates of appreciation for their dedication and hard work in the community. Vadis crew supervisor Terri Guffey stated Vadis has been working in the City over 14 years and during an average week they collect 18 bags of litter and 20 bags of recyclables. The community has been welcoming and they have received thanks from individuals for their work. Volunteers also play a crucial role in litter removal. Individuals who take it upon themselves to remove litter from their neighborhoods, parks and other areas are part of the Clean City Heroes. Their efforts result in a cleaner City. The following individuals were declared "Litter Heroes": Pat and Margery Godfrey, Kathy Gus, Edith Neether, Michelle Biden, Bob Stolz, Mike and Mary Kun and Cal Smith. Mayor Priest noted that the City's Solid Waste and Recycling Division provides Litter Picker Volunteers with garbage bags and safety vests. If you wish to get involved with this program, contact Jeanette Brizendine at 253-835-2771. b. Proclamation: Anti-Bullvinq Councilmember Kochmar reported the problem of bullying has become nationally recognized, partly due to the tragedies associated with bullying incidents. In June the City and a group of students from the Civic Engagement Club at Mark 1'wain Elementary School unveiled an anti-bullying mural at Celebration Park. The mural inspired the City to review it policies on bullying. The City has many connections with youth; School Resource Officers are at all high schools; the Federal Way Community Center and Dumas Bay have programs catered to youth; and there are city parks and p�aygrounds for children. Councilmember Kochmar noted that on the Consent Agenda, for Council approval, there is a Resolution supporting all efforts to stop bullying within the City. Councilmember Kochmar read the Anti-Bullying Proclamation into the record and presented it to Americorps leaders Nicole Johnson and Dennis Porter and the students from the Civic Engagement Club. Mr. Porter thanked the Council for recognizing this important issue. Ms. Johnson expressed how proud she is of her students for taking on the issue of bullying not only at their school but citywride as well. c. Proclamation: Domestic Violence Awareness Deputy Mayor ferrell reported that the Gity has been a leader in legislation involving domestic violence and is committed to protect citizens. Domestic Ciry Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 2 of 8 violence transcends all walks of lives and affects adults, children, families and businesses. Exposure to domestic violence puts individuals at risk for long-tern emotional, psychological and physical harm. Statistics show that one in four women and one in thirteen men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Deputy Mayor Ferrell read the proclamation into the record and presented it to members of the City's Domestic Violence Task Force Police Chief Brian Wilson, Domestic Violence Prosecutor Pauline Freund, Domestic Violence Advocate Cathy Williams and community member Janis Chase. Task force members thanked the Council for for their commitment to ending domestic violence. d. Proclamation: Decatur Hiqh School DECA Week Councilmember Freeman noted DECA is a student business association at Decatur High School. The mission is to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, financing, hospitality, and management. Students will participate in leadership activities and business competitions throughout the year. Councilmember Freeman read the DECA Week proclamation into the record and presented it to Decatur High School students Jenny Suh and Jessica Godfrey who provided a brief summary of the events that occur during DECA Week at Decatur High School. e. Mayor's Emerqinq Issues • Copper Wire Theft Parks and Public Works Director Cary Roe reported the city has experienced wire theft at approximately twelve locations this year. Wire has been stolen from street lights and outlets located in rights-of-way and at Celebration Park. The cost to repair and restore the stolen wire totals over $100K so far this year. The City has taken steps to discourage wire theft such as welding down junction box lids and is now engaging a public awareness campaign to enlist the public help. An informational flyer has been prepared and will be distributed in an effort to get people to report suspicious activity related wire theft by calling 9-1-1. Mayor Priest noted this issue will be considered as part of the City's legislative agenda. • Mavors Dav of Concern for the Hunqrv Mayor Priest extended his thanks to all of the volunteers and organizations involved with the Mayor's Day of Concern. Final numbers regarding food collection have not been provided to the City yet, however, he does know the event was very successful. • Former AMC Theatre Site Mayor Priest announced that the City received word from ARCADD Inc. today that they were unable to receive the earnest money as set forth in the proposed Purchase and Sale Agreement. Representatives from ARCADD Inc. are optimistic that the funding will come through. In the meantime, staff will begin work to pursue the re-development concept for that site. Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty provided a brief history of the former AMC Theatre Site and the proposed City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 3 of 8 redevelopment plan. The proposed plan is comprised of a park/open space component on approximately half of the property and retail/private development on the remainder of the site. Next steps in this process include staff continuing to develop potential funding scenarios and engage architects to explore and share concept alternatives. Council may also wish to conduct a site visit and discuss development options. Once Council selects a development concept, an RFP for a co-development with a private sector partner would be issued. Councilmember Duclos noted including residential development is an important element to include in the plan. Councilmember Honda would like to see an open-house meeting conducted on this item where citizens can provide input. Councilmember Celski supports developing a central meeting point in the downtown. 4. CITIZEN COMMENT Diana Noble-Gulliford with the Federal Way Historical Society stated October 15�' will be the final day of the year that the historical cabins are open at West Hylebos Park. On October 27tn there will be an historical speaker at the Federal Way Library. November 12th will be the Historical Society's annual Veterans Day program. Garv Grant spoke regarding street sweeping services in the City. He would Iike to see the City invest in street sweeping equipment to provide better service to the public. He would aiso like the City to look into managing street light contracts. Sandv Wallace spoke regarding red-light photo tickets she received and the issue of malfunctioning photo-enforcement equipment. She suggested posting additional signage to improve driver awareness of the enforcement zones. Porsche Appleman spoke in support of installing speed zone cameras on Hoyt Road near Green Gables Elementary School. Trise Moore, Director of Federal Way School District Family and Community Partnership Office spoke to the importance of networking to support students to ensure they succeed in school. They will be hosting a Key Communicator meeting on October 30�' from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Donald Barovic reported that a rental home he owns was vandalized and that the Police were quick to respond to the calL He encouraged the Gity to consider assuming Lakehaven Utility District. He stated that a local business was forced to move out of the city due to the lack of support from the city. Jerry Galland submitted written comments for the City Clerk to read into the record regarding the proposed siting of the new King County Transfer Station on S 320th and east of I-5 and the City's letter to Dow Constantine on the siting options. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Items 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. City Council Mdnutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 4 of 8 C� a 0 Minutes: September 18, 2012 Special and Regular Meeting Vouchers — August 2012 c. Monthly Financial Report — August 2012 d. Resolution: Supporting Efforts to Stop Bullying Within the City - Resolution 12-625 e. 2013 CDBG Community Economic Revitalization Funding Recommendations Motion: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of items 5(a) through 5(e). Councilmember Duclos second. � Vote: Deputy Mayor ferrell Councilmember Kochmar Councilmember Honda Councilmember Burbidge Councilmember Celski Councilmember Freeman Councilmember Duclos Motion carried 7-0. COUNCIL BUSINESS Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes a. 2013-2014 Budget Presented to Council Mayor Priest reported the preliminary 2013-2014 biennial budget had been distributed to the Council and information is also posted on the city's website. Some of the budget challenges include low revenues, and rising costs including healthcare, state pensions and jail costs. No new taxes or across the board fee increases are proposed. The draft budget maintains current staffing levels, with no cost of living adjustments. The 2012 projected ending fund balance is projected at $9.6M Mayor Priest reviewed his recommendations for addressing the budget gap and added that containing jail costs is a high priority for the city. The projected ending fund balance for 2013 is $6.3M and $2.51VI for 2014. Mayor Priest reviewed the dates for the upcoming budget meetings. The Council had a discussion on the SCORE Jail. Deputy Mayor Ferrell requested the SCORE budget presentation include historicat information on the City's jail costs. b. Human Services Commission Appointment Motion: Councilmember Honda moved to appoint Brian Sandler as a voting member on the Human Services Commission to fill the remainder of an un- expired term of January 31, 2015. Councilmember Duclos second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Counoilmember Celski Yes City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page S of 8 Councilmember Freeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Motion carried 7-0. c. Planninq Commission Appointments Motion: Councilmember Celski moved to re-appoint Merle Pfeifer, Sarady Long and Tim O'Neil to the Planning Commission with terms expiring September 30, 2016. Councilmember Kochmar second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Councilmember Celski Yes Councilmember Freeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Motion carried 7-0. d. Council Input on Kinq Countv Transfer Station Sitinq Process Mayor Priest reported that King County has identified property at S. 320th Street and east of I-5 as one of four potential sites being considered for a new transfer station. While the property is located in unincorporated King County, potentia1 traffic and environmental impacts to the City and citizens are significant. Councilmember Duclos and city staff attended a public meeting on this item on September 27th. Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator Rob Van Orsow provided background information on this item as well as key criteria being considered as part of the siting process. Staff has drafted a letter to King County Executive Dow Constantine that addresses the City's concerns with the proposed location at S 320th and east of I-5 for full Council signature. Councilmembers asked clarifying questions of Mr. Van Orsow. Motion: Councilmember Duclos moved to approve sending a letter signed by the full Council regarding transfer station siting to King County. Councilmember Burbidge second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Councilmember Celski Yes Councilmember Freeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Mofiion carried 7-0. e. Proposed Settlement Aqreement with Waste Manaqement Parks and Public Works Director Cary Roe reported Waste Management's iabor strike resulted in missed collections to customers in the City. In accordance with the City's contract with Waste Management the City requested performance fees City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 6 of 8 for the missed coilections. As outlined in the proposed settlement agreement, Waste Management will credit residential customer's accounts $10.00 and commercial/multi-family customer's accounts $50.00. One provision in the agreement states if Waste Management enters into other agreements with cities where the customers receive greater credits, Federal Way customers will receive credit for the difference. By accepting the proposed settlement agreement, the City will waive its claims against Waste Management for performance fees and any claims it may have arriving out of missed collections. Motion: Councilmember Duclos moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the proposed Settlement Agreement with Waste Management. Deputy Mayor Ferrell second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Councilmember Celski Yes Councilmember Freeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Motion carried 7-0. 7. ORDINANCES Second Reading: a. CB 610: Amendinq FWRC 2.05.170 and 2.05.180 Public Defense Standards An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to Public Defense Standards; amending FWRC 2.05.170 and 2.05.180 At the September 18, 2012 Council meeting, City Attorney Richardson provided a presentation on this item and Council forwarded the ordinance to this meeting for second reading and enactment. City Clerk McNeilly read the ordinance title into the record. Motion: Councilmember Honda moved to approve the proposed ordinance. Councilmember Freeman second. Vote: Deputy Mayor Ferrell Yes Councilmember Kochmar Yes Councilmember Honda Yes Councilmember Burbidge Yes Councilmember Celski Yes Councilmember Freeman Yes Councilmember Duclos Yes Motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 12-729 City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 7 of 8 8. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Kochmar had no report. Councilmember Honda reported on the results of the chili-cook off that occurred last weekend. Next PRHSPS meeting is October 8t"� The winners of the Juried Art Show will be presented at the next City Council meeting and the People's Choice award will be presented in December. Deputy Mayor Ferrell had no report. Councilmember Burbidge reported the next LTAC meeting is October 10th. She reported on upcorning arts and community performances and noted the City is offering Green Your Home Workshops. Councilmember Celski reported The Reach-Out Organization held a fund raiser last week where they raised over $50K that will go towards sheltering the homeless in Federal Way. Councilmember Freeman reported FW Community Center Employee Sharon Boyle coordinates programs for children with disabilities. One program is a weekly outing to go bowling. Councilmember Duclos recognized the Federal Way Technology Access Foundation Academy on their National Award as the top Middle School in the county for math instruction. Next Saturday is the 2�d Annual Spaghetti Feed benefitting Advancing Leadership. 9. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Priest had no report. 10. EXECUTIVE SESSiON The Council did not adjourn into executive session. • o + +•.,i i •+• ..+• � � � ���� +., or�ni .�� �n � � ni-ut� 11. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at 9:59 pm. ttest: � , Carol McNeilly, CMC, ity Cler Approved by Council: October 16, 2012 City Council Minutes — October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting Page 8 of 8