Council MIN 09-17-2013 RegularCITY OF
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MINUTES
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
September 17, 2013
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Priest called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
City officials present: Mayor Skip Priest, Deputy Mayor Jim Ferrell, Councilmember Kelly
Maloney, Councilmember Susan Honda, Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember
Bob Celski, Councilmember Diana Noble - Gulliford 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.
As public facilities cannot be used for campaign purposes, City Attorney Richardson reviewed
the guidelines regarding campaigns and ballot propositions as provided by the Public
Disclosure Commission.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation: Mayors Day of Concern for the Hungry
Mayor Priest spoke to the importance of this event in which the City is working with the
Multi- Service Center, the Emergency Feeding Program of Seattle -King County, local
grocery stores and a team of volunteers to collect food donations for those in need. Food
donations will be collected on September 28, 2013 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at five
locations within the City. Mayor Priest read the proclamation into the record and presented
it to Terri Turner from the Multi- Service Center's Food Bank. Ms. Turner thanked the
Council for the recognition and continued support of the food bank. She noted the number
of clients at the food bank is increasing each year and community support and donations
are essential to their work.
b. Emergency Feeding Program
Community Services Manager Jay Bennett stated the Emergency Feeding Program has
delivered meals to over 586 Federal Way residents so far this year. Mr. Bennett
introduced Executive Director of the Program, Glen Turner who noted the program has
been providing food to those in need over the past 36 years and they are hoping to
expand their services over the coming year. He thanked the Council for their ongoing
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support of their program.
c. Certificate of Appointment: Board of Ethics
At their September 3, 2013 meeting the Council appointed Fred Neal to serve on the
Board of Ethics. Deputy Mayor Ferrell read the Certificate of Appointment into the record
and presented it to Mr. Neal.
d. Certificate of Appointment: Independent Salary Commission
At their September 3, 2013 meeting the Council confirmed the Mayor's appointments of
Brian Sandler, David Nelson and James Englund to the Independent Salary Commission.
Mayor Priest read the Certificates of Appointment into the record and presented them to
the individuals in attendance.
e. Lorax Schematic Design Update (continued from Sept. 5th)
On September 5, 2013 the Council conducted a Special Meeting where representatives
from Lorax presented a schematic design for the Civic Center / Performing Arts and
Conference Center (PACC). Community and Economic Development Director Patrick
Doherty provided background information on this project and recapped the information
presented at the September 5, 2013 Special Meeting. Mr. Doherty introduced PJ Santos
of Lorax who briefly presented a proposed site plan and construction estimate for the
PACC. The proposed PACC is intended to be a multi -use facility to accommodate various
types of events. Mr. Doherty noted responses to questions raised at the September 5,
2013 Special Council Meeting as well as an Operational Pro Forma Analysis were e-
mailed and provided in hard copy to the Council today.
Councilmember Honda inquired about the status of the hotelier partner. Mr. Santos stated
once the PACC is confirmed to move forward it will draw a hotelier to develop on the site.
Mr. Santos stated Lorax is willing to buy the site and start the development of a hotel prior
to a specific hotelier being on board.
Councilmember Noble - Gulliford asked what percentage of events at McIntire Hall are
weddings /private events. Mr. Doherty stated he would follow up with Council with that
information.
Councilmember Maloney stated she would like to hear from current hoteliers regarding the
potential Tourism Promotion Area. Mr. Doherty stated since a petition for TPA would
require signature of a majority of hoteliers located in the City, submittal of a petition would
indicate their support.
Councilmember Noble- Gulliford inquired about parking and surrounding areas of the
Edmonds Performing Arts Center. Joe Mcllwain, Executive Director of the Edmonds
Performing Arts Center stated their facility has 90 parking spaces and street parking is
utilized as well. The areas surrounding the Center is both retail space and residential.
Mayor Priest noted the handouts that were provided to the Council will be posted to the
City's website for the public. Questions regarding this project can be emailed to the Mayor
at Skip. Priest(W-cityoffederalway.com.
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f. Lorio Associates Redeveloament Proposal for Former AMC Theatre Site
Mayor Priest reported the Council entered into an exclusive agreement with Lorig
Associates to give them an opportunity to investigate and determine whether they are
interested in entering into a partnership with the City to redevelop the former AMC Theater
Site. Community and Economic Development Director Patrick Doherty stated
representatives from Lorig Associates have expressed their interest in moving forward
with development of this site and they are in the process of seeking a funding
commitment/equity partners.
Councilmember Duclos inquired if Lorig Associates is interested in moving forward with
development of the AMC Site if the PACC does not move forward. Mr. Doherty stated the
development of a PACC would enhance development on this site.
Councilmember Honda asked if Lorig Associates is proposing development of apartments
or condominiums on this site. Mr. Doherty responded that Lorig has discussed both
apartments as well as condominiums as options for this site.
g. Mayors Emerging Issues
Introduction of New Employees:
Police Chief Brian Wilson introduced the following Police Department employees; Tracy
Mulligan who was hired as a Records Specialist, and Steven Davis who was hired as an
Entry Level Police Officer. Mr. Davis will be attending the Police Academy in January.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Glenn Ulmer spoke in support of the installation of Highway 99 Historical Markers in the City.
Rod Korsmo spoke in opposition of the development of a 300 -unit apartment complex on the
former bus barn site.
Betty Taylor stated she received a "point of order" during her public comment at a previous
City Council meeting and feels she should receive an apology. She would like to see the
Council conduct more public forums where citizens can have their voices heard on various
topics.
Michelle Mayberry is a co- promoter of the 2013 NPC Northern Classic Bodybuilding
Championship. She would like to see the development of a PACC as it would be a great
venue for this type of event.
Norma Blanchard summarized information and comments presented at the September 5,
2013 Council Special Meeting relating the development of a PACC. She spoke in opposition
of the project.
Clara McArthur commented on an article in the News Tribune regarding the success of the
Police Department's Safe City Program. She spoke in opposition of developing the PACC
without retail development in place first.
Cindy Piennett is a current member of the Arts Commission, she noted the Commission's
most recent newsletter provides information and sponsorship forms for the PACC. She
supports the development of this project and wants to see the Council move forward with it.
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Tracy Hills inquired how cost overruns associated with the development of a PACC would be
addressed.
Lonnie Wall is a Charwood Mobile Home Park resident, he asked the Council to consider
including an item for Mobile Home Zoning as part of the Planning Commission's 2014 Work
Program.
Rick Stokes spoke in support of adopting Mobile Home Zoning within the City.
Patricia Conaut stated she would like to see a PACC developed and be successful within the
City. She is pleased the Council is doing thorough research on this proposed development.
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.
a. Minutes: September 3, 2013 Special and Regular Meetings and September 5, 2013
Special Meeting
b. 2013 -15 Department of Ecology Capacity Grant
c. South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBD) Agreement
d. Historic US 99 Route Markers
e. ILA with Lakehaven Utility District for the Design and Construction of S 320th St 20th
Ave S Intersection Improvement Water Quality Vault Project
f. S 3201h St at 201h Ave S Intersection Improvements Water Quality Vault Project —100%
Design Status Report and Authorization to Bid
g. Federal Way High and Sacajawea Middle School Pedestrian Connection (14th Ave S —
S312 1h St to S 308th St)— 30% Design Status Report
Motion: Deputy Mayor Ferrell moved approval of Consent Agenda items 5.a. through
5.g. Councilmember Duclos second.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell
Yes
Councilmember Maloney
Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Burbidge
Yes
Councilmember Celski
Yes
Councilmember Noble - Gulliford
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 7 -0.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Application Process for City Commission and Boards
City Attorney Pat Richardson stated this item was reviewed by the Parks, Recreation,
Human Services and Public Safety Council Committee and forwarded to the full Council
for action. She reviewed the proposed changes to the membership requirements for the
Ethics Board and the Diversity Commission that the Committee is recommending, as well
as the proposed changes to the City's Board and Commission Application.
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Motion: Councilmember Honda moved to approve the modifications to the City
Board and Commission Application as recommended by the Parks, Recreation,
Human Services and Public Safety Council Committee. Councilmember Burbidge
second.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell
Yes
Councilmember Maloney
Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Burbidge
Yes
Councilmember Celski
Yes
Councilmember Noble - Gulliford
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 7 -0.
b. Tree Lighting Ceremony
Parks and Public Works Director Cary Roe stated this item was discussed by the Parks,
Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety Council Committee. The Committee is
recommending relocating this year's event from the Commons Mall, where is has been
held the past two- years, to the Federal Way Community Center.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell would like to see this event remain at the Commons Mall, which
provides a more centrally located venue.
Councilmember Maloney stated the Community Center would hopefully be a temporary
location, and in following years the event would be held somewhere in the downtown core.
Councilmember Honda spoke in support of relocating the ceremony to the Community
Center.
Motion: Councilmember Honda moved approval of the relocation of the Holiday
Tree Lighting Ceremony from the Commons Mall to the Federal Way Community
Center. Councilmember Duclos second.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell and Councilmember Celski spoke against the motion.
Councilmember Honda stated she would like to see the Mall participate financially if the
event remains at their location.
Councilmember Duclos called for the question.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Ferrell
No
Councilmember Maloney
No
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Burbidge
No
Councilmember Celski
No
Councilmember Noble- Gulliford
No
Councilmember Duclos
No
Motion failed 1 -6.
Council directed staff to discuss holding the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the
Commons Mall with Mall representatives and report back to Council at their October 1,
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2013 meeting.
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos reported on the September 11, 2013 Regional Policy Committee
meeting she attended. Agenda items included City of Seattle's Safe Parking Program; a
briefing on the emergence of ride- sharing services; and an update on the Solid Waste
Division led review of the 2006 Transfer and Waste Management Plan. The Plan update
revealed the potential elimination of a full service waste facility in South County. This item will
be discussed at the next FEDRAC Meeting which is scheduled for September 24, 2013 and
then before the full Council on October 1, 2013.
Councilmember Noble - Gulliford attended the annual Federal Way Historical Society meetinq�
which featured a speaker from Earth Corps. She noted the Society is celebrating their 25
Anniversary this year. She is looking forward to seeing the historical Hwy. 99 signs installed in
the City.
Councilmember Celski noted the renovation of the King County Library located on 320th is
almost complete; a ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for September 28, 2013 at 9:30 am.
He is looking forward to the September 19, 2013 meeting at the Hampton Inn sponsored by
the Federal Way Coalition for the Performing Arts where the PACC will be discussed.
Councilmember Burbidge stated the next LTAC Meeting is September 18, 2013. She provided
reports on the SCA Public Issues Committee and PSRC Transportation Policy Board
meetings that she recently attended. Both meetings focused on potential funding for future
transportation projects. She also attended a SCATBD meeting where they received a
presentation on the Puget Sound Gateway Project which included the completion of SR 509
and SR 167.
Deputy Mayor Ferrell reported September 28, 2013 is the date for the annual Chili Cook -off
between South King Fire and Rescue and the Federal Way Police Department. The event will
be held at the Federal Way Farmers Market from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. On September 11th he
attended a remembrance event sponsored by King County Councilmember Pete von
Reichbauer at the South King Fire and Rescue facility. He thanked the Mayor and all those
associated with the Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry for helping those in need.
Councilmember Honda reported on upcoming City events including the Recycling Event at
Wild Waves and the K -9 Karnival at Steel Lake Park — both scheduled for September 21,
2013; the September 19, 2013 Korean Quarterly Meeting; and the Chief's Call meeting
scheduled for September 30, 2013.
Councilmember Maloney attended September 11th remembrance event at the South King
County Fire and Rescue facility. She thanked staff for their work compiling information
regarding the PACC project.
8. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Priest did not provide a report.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council did not adjourn to Executive Session.
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10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Priest adjourned the meeting at 9:27 p.m.
Attest:
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Carol McNeilly, CIVIC, Ci Clerk
Approved by Council: October 1, 2013
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