Council MIN 07-15-2014 RegularCITY OF
Federal Way
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 15, 2014 - 7:00 p.m.
www.cityoffederalway.com
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:00 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 Deputy City Clerk
Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Norma Blanchard led the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO AMEND TONIGHT'S AGENDA TO INCLUDE ITEM 6C
FOR DISCUSSION REGARDING THE COUNCIL OFFICIALLY SANCTIONING A COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY INITIATIVE; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HONDA. The motion carried
unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Fireworks Enforcement Report
Police Chief Andy Hwang gave a report on the calls for service (CFS) from June 28th to
July 7th for 2013 and 2014. He noted there was a decrease of 1 call; as 2013 reported
232 fireworks related CFS and 2014 reported 231; and noted approximately 250
pounds of fireworks were confiscated in 2014. He displayed a city map noting where
the 911 calls were coming in from in and outside the city limits.
b. Sound Transit: Federal Way Link Extension and Long Range Plan Update
Sound Transit Representative Chelsey Levy and Sound Transit South Corridor
Development Manager Cathal Ridge reported on two separate upcoming open houses on
July 16th at Truman High School, and July 31St at the FW Transit Center. They strongly
encouraged citizens to attend to give feedback.
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Mr. Ridge reported on the history and projections for the SR99 Federal Way Link. He
addressed the height variations of HWY99; and updated Council on parking both current
and proposed. He noted the Draft EIS will be available and is a work in progress at this
point. Sound Transit is currently looking for feedback to incorporate into the draft EIS.
Ms. Levy reported on the Long Range vision of Sound Transit and discussed the multiple
steps taken for any project. She also encouraged Council and citizens to give written or
emailed comments for the July 16, 2014 Public Hearing at Truman High School.
Council asked Ms. Levy how much money has been collected from the Federal Way
residents; she was unsure, however will report back to Council with an answer. Council
also asked clarifying questions regarding the use of SR99 or along 1 -5; and if all 5
proposed site options would allow continuation of the link rail South.
c. Introduction of Code Enforcement Team
Mayor Ferrell asked Building Official Marty Gillis to introduce her Code Compliance team.
Ms. Gillis thanked the Council for the opportunity to introduce her team and thanked
citizens, Councilmembers and staff who also contribute to the upkeep of the city. She
brought forward and introduced Code Compliance Officers Anna Garner, Chris Free[, and
John Fairbanks; as well as Huimei Nong and Jack Johnson who work with graffiti and sign
code violations.
Mayor Ferrell stated the city is working towards a more pro- active approach to Code
Compliance in the city.
d. Multi- Service Center
Amanda Santo, Employment and Education Director of the MSC stated the Multi - Service
Center is a nonprofit organization that provides help and hope to our neighbors in need.
City of Federal Way funding helps support MSC in three major categories including
housing; food and clothing and the YES (Youth Employment and Education Services).
She stressed the current trends are lack of affordable housing, decrease in donations of
meats and other proteins to the food bank, and more complex barriers facing youth and
young adults in our communities.
e. Certificate of Recognition: Glen Brooks
Mayor Ferrell read and presented a Certificate of Recognition to Glen Brooks, resident
who is become a leader in making sure his community is safe. Mr. Brooks thanked the
Mayor and Council and encouraged others to get involved and become active in their
community.
f. Certificates of Appointment: Planning Commission
At the July 1St City Council Meeting, Council appointed Diana Noble - Gulliford to the
Planning Commission as a voting member and Anthony Murietta and Nikole Coleman -
Porter to the Planning Commission as alternate members. Councilmember Celski read
the Certificates of Appointment into the record and presented them to the individuals in
attendance.
g. Certificate of Appointment: Ethics Board
At the July 1St City Council Meeting, Council re- appointed Fred Neal to the Board of
Ethics. Councilmember Honda read the Certificate of Appointment into the record.
h. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola presented the 2013 Comprehensive Annual Finance
Report (CAFR) which is a 117 page document that outlines the city's finances. He
highlighted this document which includes the Transmittal Letter, Auditors Opinion,
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Government -wide Financial Statement; General Fund; and Notes and Statistics. He also
presented the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) which is a user friendly brief of the
CAFR. He noted this 16 page document is filled with useful information for any citizen
wishing to better understand the city's financial picture. Council thanked Mr. Ariwoola for
his presentation.
i. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Town Square Park Opening — July 12th: Mayor Ferrell thanked both Interim Parks
Director John Hutton and PACC Project Manager Ken Miller for the great day at the
Park. He highlighted the picture of the ribbon cutting and remarked it was a great day
and was made possible by the project being completed on time. Mr. Hutton stated the
weather was perfect and he thanked the Parks staff who created a "spray tent" for
cooling purposes which potentially saved the afternoon for many attendees. Upcoming
programs for this park will include Yoga in the Park; Tai Chi; and Chess Tournaments.
• Toys R Us Building Demolition — July 10th; PACC Project Manager Ken Miller reported
on the ongoing demolition efforts at the former Toys R Us site. He highlighted his
report with various pictures and videos of the work being completed.
• Economic Development Task Force — Mayor Ferrell was pleased to announce the new
Economic Development Director will be hired within the next few weeks. Council also
discussed the formation of this task force at the Special Meeting held earlier tonight.
• Street Sweeping Contract: In response to a citizen concern; Mayor Ferrell asked
Public Works Director Marwan Salloum to report on the city's Street Sweeping
Contact. Mr. Salloum reported the city has historically always had a contract for these
services as previous cost analysis have shown the cost benefit is not more effective to
bring this service in house. He stated the current level of service is Monthly for arterial
and collector streets and Quarterly for residential streets (including two fall
sweepings). The total cost of this service is $107,000 annually. He further noted in
addition to Street Maintenance Supervisor spot checking for quality; the sweepers are
required to have GPS for data collection of speed, location and time.
• Meeting with Dow Constantine: Mayor Ferrell was pleased to announce he recently
had the opportunity to meet with and take a city wide tour of our city with the Chair of
Sound Transit and King County Executive Dow Constantine. He noted he will be
meeting with Congressman Adam Smith in August.
• Funland Opening — July 16th: Mayor Ferrell announced the Grand Opening of the
redesigned Funland would be tomorrow July 16th. Included in the redesign is an Ability
Whirl which will be the first in the nation for wheelchair users to enjoy play equipment
at a city park. The Ability Whirl was made possible by the Rotary who raised $55,000
for the piece of equipment. He invited citizens to come and celebrate the upgrades at
Steel Lake Park.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Gary Grant, asked Council to pay close attention to cost for current services in regards to the Street
Sweeping contact. He asked Council to relook at bringing these services in -house to get a better
service.
Mayor Ferrell asked Mr. Salloum to conduct a cost benefit analysis and present at the next
Management Team Meeting.
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Tracey Hills, spoke to urge the city to have one meeting place for the National Night Out He also
inquired on surplus of city shuttles /vans.
Jamaal Cowan, spoke in opposition to the proposed Panther Lake 2013 NTS — SW 330th Street
improvements. He asked Council to consider the inclement weather conditions and account for these
conditions when adding additional traffic calming devices.
Norma Blanchard, has been reviewing the RCW and the differences of the % of registered voters that
are required for a citizen initiative. She stated term limits are coming up.
Scott Chase, resident of West Campus 2 spoke to the Panther Lake 2013 NTS; he stated he supports
Council moving forward as this is a safety hazard for neighborhood kids walking to the King County
Aquatics Center.
Amy Bellante, Public Health Nurse spoke to the proposed closing of two south county clinics in
Federal Way and Auburn. She noted these clinics serve 5,000 clients in Federal Way alone and she
urges the Council to question the closing of these facilities.
Tim Burns, congratulated the city on moving forward with new projects and parks within the city. He
would like to see a permanent building and restroom facilities at the Town Square Park and urged the
city to look into solar panels for the PACC.
Starla Wright, Public Health Nurse spoke to the proposed closing of two clinics in the south sound
area. She stated these clinics support many working individuals through the WICK program and
maternity support services. She urged Council to step in and lobby against these cut backs to our
area.
Deputy City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the following emails into the records:
Suzanne Ellebrecht, written comments in support of the Council moving forward for traffic calming
measure at the 3rd Ave SW and 6th Ave SW intersections of 330th Street.
Kathy Vasale, written comments in support installing the traffic calming devices the city engineers are
proposing to make the 330th and 6th Ave safer.
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: July 1, 2014 Special and Regular Meetings
b. Fiscal Year 2014 COPS Grant Application
c. S 304th St at 28th Ave S Intersection Improvements — 30% Design Status Report
d. Grant Funding for Transportation Improvement Projects — Authorization to Submit
Applications
e. Pacific Highway South HOV Lanes Phase V (S 340th Street to S 359th Street) Project
— 30% Design Status Report
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 5.A.
THROUGH 5.E. COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI SECOND. Motion carried 7 -0.
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Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Panther Lake 2013 Neiahborhood Traffic Studv — SW 330th Street (W Campus Trail to
10th Ave SW)
Mayor Ferrell briefly reviewed this item which was discussed in further depth at the Special
meeting this evening. He asked Senior Traffic Engineer Erik Preston and City Traffic
Engineer Rick Perez to come forward to take additional questions from Council.
Councilmembers asked for clarification on the volume of cars entering at these
intersections; projected start date of the project, if approved; and the aesthetics plan for
the roundabouts.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge and Councilmember Duclos stated they would be supportive of
other alternatives such as increased signage in the area.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVED OF THE INSTALLATION OF TWO MINI -
ROUNDABOUTS ON SW 330TH STREET AT THE 3RD AVENUE AND 6TH AVENUE SW
INTERSECTIONS AND AUTHORIZE THE USE OF UP TO $90,000 FROM THE TRAFFIC SAFETY
FUND FOR THIS PROJECT, WITH LANDSCAPING OF THE MINI- ROUNDABOUTS TO BE
[MAINTAINED UNTIL ESTABLISHED] BY ADJACENT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS;
SECOND MADE BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA- DAWSON.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION TO APPROVE A MINI -
ROUNDABOUT AT 3RD AVE SW AND 330TH AND ADD ADDITIONAL SPEED LIMIT
SIGNAGEIWARNING SIGNS AT 6TH AVENUE AND 330TH STREET; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS
SECOND. The amendment failed 3 -4.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski no
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson no Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney no Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda no
The main motion carried 6 -1.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes Councilmember Duclos no
Councilmember Honda
yes
b. Police Guild Collective Bargaininq Agreement
Interim City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall stated this agreement has been ratified by the
Guild and will be retro for an effective period of January 2013 through December 31,
2015.
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE FEDERAL WAY POLICE GUILD AND AUTHORIZE THE
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MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND.
The motion carried unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
c. Council Sanctioned College University Initiative (ADDED ITEM)
Councilmember Maloney reviewed the background on this item. She stated the concept is to attract
and partner with colleges and universities to locate satellite campuses in the Downtown core; offering
undergraduate and graduate degrees. This will in turn attract and retain businesses to our city which
will mean jobs for Federal Way residents and local options for higher education opportunities.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO TRANSITION THE COLLEGE INTIATIVE TO A FULLY
SANCTIONED COUNCIL INITIATIVE; COUNCILMEMBER HONDA SECOND. The motion carried
unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
7. ORDINANCES
First Reading:
Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
a. CB# 653: Amendina Federal Wav Revised Code Title 13 "Buildings" to Adopt State-
Mandated 2014 Electrical Code
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to the adoption of the 2014
National Electrical Code and related matters; amending Title 13 "Building ", and amending
FWRC
Building Official Marty Gillis gave a brief presentation to Council regarding the State -
Mandated 2014 Electrical Code. Deputy City Clerk Courtney read the ordinance title
into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
AUGUST 12, 2014 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS. The motion carried unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes
Councilmember Maloney yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Second Reading:
Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
b. CB# 651: Amendinq Federal Way Revised Code 12.45 Taxicabs /APPROVED
ORDINANCE #14 -769
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, amending Federal Way Revised Code
12.45 "Taxicabs"
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At their July 1, 2014 meeting the Council received a presentation on this item and
forwarded the ordinance to this meeting for second reading and enactment. Deputy
City Clerk Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion carried unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes
Councilmember Maloney yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
c. CB# 652:2014 Budget Adiustment/APPROVED ORDINANCE #14 -770
An ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to Budgets and Finance to
revise the 2013 -14 Biennial Budget
At their July 1, 2014 meeting the Council received a presentation on this item and
forwarded the ordinance to this meeting for second reading and enactment. Deputy
City Clerk Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI SECOND. The motion carried unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos reported on the recent interviews for the Economic Development Director
position. She also commented on a Mr. Federal Way article in the Mirror regarding red -light tickets;
she stated Council and staff is not exempt from breaking the law; and has personally paid the penalty.
She extended kudos to the staff for the Town Square Park opening — it was a wonderful event.
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO AMEND COUNCIL RULES TO ALLOW THE REGULAR
MEETING TO CONITUE PAST 10:00 PM; DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE SECOND. The motion
carried unanimously.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes
Councilmember Maloney yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Moore thanked the Mayor's Office and city staff for the outstanding job of
implementing the Town Square Park vision; a wonderful addition to the community. He further noted
his experiences on a recent vacation to California and would like to end the homeless epidemic.
Councilmember Celski noted there are so many good things happening in our city; he encouraged
citizens to get involved. He noted FUSION's 21 st Annual Summer Art Festival will be Wednesday,
August 6th at Dumas Bay Centre and stated the next meeting of the Land Use/Transportation
Committee will be August 4th at 5:30pm.
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Councilmember Honda encouraged citizens to attend some of the many activities at our local parks
this summer such as Steel Lake's Kids Day; Summer Sounds at the Beach and the 68th Annual
Kiwanis Salmon Bake. She also asked citizens to take a few minutes to complete the Comprehensive
Plan Update Survey on the city webpage (Found under the News & Announcements)
Councilmember Maloney thanked the Mayor and Council for supporting the College University
Initiative. She also reported on 3 books she has been enjoying on bringing higher education into the
community and its positive effects these campuses bring. She reported on the hard work the
Rebranding Ad -Hoc Committee is accomplishing with Councilmembers Duclos and Honda earlier this
evening.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson is thankful to be involved in the city and thanked Councilmember
Maloney for proposing the College Initiative. She believes this will help graduating students who may
not be able to live on campus to attend school from home. She commented on a recent report on
schools in the south county; and Federal Way's rank.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge reported on her attendance at the South County Area Transportation Board
where they had a presentation on the Washington State Freight Plan and the Washington State
Department of Transportation Strategic Plan 2014 -2017. She encouraged all to attend the 3`d annual
Storytelling Festival this weekend on July 18 -20th at Powellswood Garden on Dash Point Road.
Federal Way Symphony is hosting the Annual Garden Tour — tickets are available at the Federal Way
Symphony website.
9. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional items scheduled, Mayor Ferrell adjourned the meeting at 10:12 p.m.
Attest:
ie Court W, , CMC, Deputy City Clerk
d by Council: August 12, 2014
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