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FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
May 20, 2014
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge,
Councilmember Lydia Assefa- Dawson, Councilmember Kelly Maloney, Councilmember Susan
Honda, Councilmember Bob Celski, Councilmember Martin Moore and Councilmember Dini
Duclos.
City staff in attendance: Interim City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall and City Clerk Carol McNeilly.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Norma Blanchard led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Certificate of Recognition: Jesse Winkler
Councilmember Celski read the Certificate of Recognition into the record and presented it
to Jesse Winkler. The Mayor and Council recognized Jesse for his fundraising efforts for
the Reach Out organization via their Rollermania event. Councilmember Celski expressed
his thanks and appreciation for Jesse's efforts and generosity. Representatives from
Reach Out thanked Jesse for helping others and for being a caring individual.
b. Municipal Court Student Art Contest Winners
Municipal Court Judges Dave Larson and Rebecca Robertson announced the winners of
this year's Municipal Court Student Art Contest and presented the winners with a
certificate. Judge Larson thanked the members of the Arts Commission for their work
associated with the contest.
• Elementary School winners: Joanna Ott; Connor Frank and Leigh Castro;
• Middle School winners: Daniela Esan, Alexandera Peterson and MatthewArnonld;
• High School winners: Mehria Ibrahimi and Rachel Arnold.
The winning artwork will be displayed in the Federal Way Municipal Court for the next
year.
c. Proclamation and Sewol Sympathy Card Presentation
Mayor Ferrell introduced John Wilde and spoke to Mr. Wilde's work in the community.
Mayor Ferrell read the Proclamation into the record expressing the City's condolences to
those affected by the Sewol Ferry incident in South Korea. Mr. Wilde shared his desires to
help those affected by the tragedy and thanked the numerous individuals and
organizations who participated in making this event a success. He noted they collected 38
signed banners to be mailed to Don Won High School in South Korea.
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d. Federal Way Rotary Donation for Funland
Mayor Ferrell spoke to the fundraising efforts of the Federal Way Rotary and the generous
donations to provide expensive playground features to the City.
Parks Manager Steve Ikerd provided background information on the design and
construction of the Funland project. The Rotary's donation was very instrumental in the
purchase of playground equipment such as the "Ability Whirl" that will benefit visitors,
including children in wheelchairs who cannot use traditional features. Mr. Ikerd explained
how the donors will be recognized via plaques and signage at the park.
e. Ceremonial Oaths of Office for Police Officers
Police Chief Andy Hwang introduced and provided background information on Federal
Way's newest Police Officers Lee Leddy, Steve Davis, and Charles Hinckle. City Clerk
McNeilly delivered the Ceremonial Oath of Office to the Officers.
f. Certificates of Appointment: Parks and Recreation Commission
At their May 6th meeting the Council appointed members to the Parks and Recreation
Commission. Councilmember Honda read the Certificates of Appointment into the record
and presented them to the individuals in attendance.
g. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• PACC Report— Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel (BRP) Findings: Mayor Ferrell reported the
BRP presented their findings to Council on May 8th. Video of that meeting will be
aired numerous times on Channel 21 to allow citizens the opportunity to view it. He
noted the Council will be voting to approve or deny development of the PACC at their
June 3rd meeting. Mayor Ferrell extended his thanks to members of the Blue Ribbon
Panel, Chief of Staff Wilson, Community Development Director Patrick Doherty, and
the Council for their efforts on this project.
• May 15th Hachinohe Delegation Visit: Members of Federal Way's Sister City visited the
City last week which included Hachinohe Mayor Kobayashi. Mayor Ferrell described
the tour provided to the delegation and the interesting information shared during the
visit.
Town Square Park Update: Interim Parks Director Ken Miller stated work on the park is
scheduled to begin this week. Some park equipment has been purchased and the
permit for the entrance sign has been obtained. He reviewed the layout and elements
included in the park. Councilmembers asked clarifying questions of Mr. Miller relating
to use of the tree this holiday season, the status of the stairs located on the property
and the option of fencing the basketball courts.
Demolition of Toys R Us Building: Interim Parks Director Ken Miller reported a
Request for Bids (RFB) has been issued for demolition of the building.
Mayor Ferrell added this item is scheduled for Council action at their June 3rd meeting.
• Paving /Overlay Update: Interim Public Works Director Marwan Salloum provided a
summary of the City's overlay project and current paving work. He reviewed current
project locations — S. 320th Street Preservation; 21stAve. SW at SW 336th Street and
the 2014 Asphalt Overlay Project. Much of this work is taking place during the evening
hours.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Phil Wamba spoke in favor of the development of the PACC. He summarized a letter he sent
to the Council last year relating to moving forward with this project.
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Gary Grant expressed concern about a police report he received which contained social
security numbers (SSN). Police Chief Hwang explained that SSN are auto - populated into
forms using the Spillman system via data from the Department of Licensing. SSN's are not
released to just anyone — trained Records staff members redact SSN prior to releasing
information to the public. Councilmembers expressed concern about protecting this sensitive
information.
Betty Taylor stated that although Mayor Ferrell may have interrupted her comments at the May
8th Special meeting, she did not feel disrespected in any way. She feels the Mayor is respectful
and is confident that any interruption was not ill intended.
Councilmember Celski left at 8:29 p.m. — Mayor Ferrell noted he was excused.
Norma Blanchard spoke in opposition to developing a PACC. She urged placing this project
on the November ballot because she believes citizens have not been given an opportunity to
express their opinion on this project in a collective manner.
Tracy Hills spoke in support of putting development of the PACC to the voters.
Dawn Coggins spoke in support of the PACC but does not support putting the project out to
the voters.
H. David Kaplan spoke in support of the PACC and he summarized the findings of the BRP.
Joann Piquette stated she is very pleased with the BRP's findings /recommendations and she
is looking forward to the June 3rd vote by the Council on the project. She provided an update
on the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts fundraising and event planning efforts.
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 maybe removed by
a Councilmember for separate discussion and subsequent motion.
a. Minutes: April 28,. 2014 Special Meeting, May 6, 2014 Regular Meeting
b. 2014 -15 Neighborhood Traffic Safety (NTS) Program —Contract Award
c. Resolution: Setting Public Hearing Date for Transportation Improvement Plan Resolution
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d. S. 320th Street at 20th Ave. S. Intersection Improvements Water Quality Vault — Bid Award
e. Federal Way High School & Sacajawea Middle School Pedestrian Connection Safe
Routes to School — Bid Award
f. Lakota Middle School 13th Ave. SW Sidewalk Connection Project — Bid Award
g. Grant Funding for Transportation Improvement Projects — Authorization to Submit an
Application
h. Authorize Funding to Improve Karl Grosch Field
Authorization to Transfer Unallocated Parks CIP and Mitigation Funds;
• Resolution: Submit Applications for Two Grants; Resolution 14 -660
• Accepting Cash Donations from the Federal Way Soccer and Football Associations
2014 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Application (BVP)
Fiscal Year 2013 Edward Byrne Justice Grant (JAG)
k. Resolution: City Sponsorship Policy Resolution 14 -661
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Motion: Deputy Mayor Burbidge moved approval of Consent Agenda items 5.a. through
5.k. Councilmember Moore second.
Councilmember Honda expressed her thanks to the Federal Way Soccer and Football
Associations for their donations.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Assefa - Dawson Yes
Councilmember Maloney
Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Celski
Excused
Councilmember Moore
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 6 -0
Yes
COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Federal Way Rotary Donation and Naming Rights for a Family Funland Feature
The Council received a presentation on this item under item 3.d.
Motion: Councilmember Honda moved to accept a donation from the Federal Way
Rotary Service Foundation in the amount of $54,700 to be used for an Ability Whirl
and other ADA Improvements in the Family Funland renovation project, and allow
naming rights to the Ability Whirl feature (Rotary Ability Whirl).
Councilmember Duclos second.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
Yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
Yes
Councilmember Maloney
Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Celski
Excused
Councilmember Moore
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 6 -0
b. Resolution: Crosspoint Final Plat Approval
The Council received a presentation on this item at their 5:30 p.m. Special Meeting
Motion: Councilmember Maloney moved approval of the resolution approving the
Crosspoint Final Plat. Councilmember Duclos second.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge Yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson Yes
Councilmember Maloney Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Gelski
Excused
Councilmember Moore
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 6 -0 Resolution 14 -662
c. Approval of Independent Salary Commissioner
In accordance with the FWRC, Commissioners are appointed by the Mayor and approved
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by the City Council.
Motion: Deputy Mayor Burbidge moved approval of the Mayor's appointment of
Michael Christner to the Independent Salary Commission as an alternate member
with a term expiring February 28, 2018. Councilmember Duclos second.
Vote:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
Yes
Councilmember Assefa - Dawson
Yes
Councilmember Maloney
Yes
Councilmember Honda
Yes
Councilmember Celski
Excused
Councilmember Moore
Yes
Councilmember Duclos
Yes
Motion carried 6 -0
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos provided an update on items of local and regional significance
including: recreational marijuana; petroleum products by rail transportation; solid waste; and
the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency's proposed rate increase. Councilmember Duclos
announced the next FEDRAC meeting is May 27tH
Councilmember Moore reported on community events he attended last weekend including the
Community Garden Workshop, the Touch -a -Truck Event, and the Breaking Chains 5k.
Councilmember Moore thanked the Federal Way Rotary Club for their donation and also
thanked John Wilde for coordinating the sympathy cards.
Councilmember Honda provided an update on last week's salmon release and thanked staff
for their efforts with this program. She reported on last weekend's Blue Poppy Days event and
shared her experience with the event when she served on the Arts Commission. She
announced the City is sponsoring a Family Green Fest event on May 31stat the Community
Center.
Councilmember Maloney shared her thoughts concerning the Council's April 28th joint meeting
with Sound Transit and Highline Community College. She reported the Branding Ad -hoc
Committee met recently. She thanked John Wilde for his efforts with the sympathy cards.
CouncilmemberAssefa- Dawson expressed her appreciation for being a member of this great
community. She gave a heartfelt thanks to the Rotary for their donation which will benefit
differently -abled children.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge detailed the community events she attended last weekend and
announced the upcoming Centerstage production. Deputy Mayor Burbidge stated she toured
link light rail construction sites (Sound Transit) and also attended a SCATBD meeting whereby
rail transportation of oil was discussed. She encouraged staff to look at programs being
offered relating to first responders of incidents.
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Mayor Ferrell adjourned the meeting at 9:09 p.m.
Attest:
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Carol McNeilly, CMC, City Clerk
Approved by Council: June , 2014
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