Council MIN 10-07-2014 RegularCITY OF
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
October 7, 2014 — 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the regular meeting to order at 7:15 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: Chief of Staff Brian Wilson, City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall and City Clerk
Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Betty Taylor led the Flag Salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Councilmember Honda read and presented the Proclamation to Federal Way Domestic Violence
Task Member Doug Baxter. Mr. Baxter thanked the Council for the Proclamation and introduced the
other members of the Task Force including Councilmember Honda, Police Chief Hwang, Deputy
Police Chief Sumpter, Cathy Williams, Janet Chance, Lana Mathews, and Dianne Zorro. The Task
Force meets the last Friday of every month at City Hall.
b. Proclamation: National Manufacturer's Day
Deputy Mayor Burbidge read and presented the Proclamation to Balaji Srinivasan of Valmet and
Becca Martin of the Federal Way Chamber. Mr. Srinivasan thanked the Council for recognizing their
industry.
c. City Inclusion Resolution (action anticipated)
Parks Director John Hutton reported on the city's popular inclusion program and Special Olympics
successes. He thanked the dedicated staff members who run and support these programs Sharon
Boyle and Kevin Hutchinson. He introduced Judge David Larson who brought forward and introduced
his friends from the Kiwanis Aktion Club, which he advises. He stated the group does important work
and meet once a month at the Community Center.
Mayor Ferrell thanked Judge Larson and Parks staff for all their work in the community. He also
thanked Councilmember Moore for bringing this forward.
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COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION;
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY SECOND.
Councilmember Moore spoke to the motion reiterating the importance of giving everyone in our
community a sense of ownership through jobs and programs like Trillium; and encouraged the city
and local companies to hire graduates of this program. Councilmembers thanked Councilmember
Moore, Judge Larson and members of the Akion Club for bringing focus on Inclusion in our city.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
d. Certificates of Re- Appointment to the Planning Commission
Councilmember Celski read the Certificates of Re- Appointment for Hope Elder, Wayne Carlson, and
Tom Medhurst to the Planning Commission. Hope Elder accepted her Certificate and thanked the
Mayor and Council.
e. Certificates of Re- Appointment and Appointment to the CDBG Loan Review Advisory
Committee
Councilmember Honda read the Certificate of Re- Appointment for Kevin Dunn who was unable to
attend tonight's meeting. She also read and presented Ronald Chynoweth with his Certificate of
Appointment to the CDBG Loan Review Advisory Committee. Mr. Chynoweth thanked the Mayor and
Council.
f. Certificate of Appointment to the Human Services Commission
Councilmember Honda read and presented Joseph Gomez with a Certificate of Appointment for the
Human Services Commission. Mr. Gomez thanked the Mayor and Council.
g. Town Square Park Public Input and Process /Timeline
Parks Director John Hutton gave a brief update to Council on the Town Square Park and the survey
which is available through the city's website (www.citvoffederalway.com). He was pleased to report
there have been 421 responses in the first 5 days of the survey being available; which is a
tremendous response. He reminded of the Open House scheduled prior to the next regular Council
meeting where the Consultants will be available to answer questions and gather public input on what
amenities, if any, citizens would like to see added.
In response to Council discussion, Mayor Ferrell stated Nakano Associates are currently working on
two scenarios with the fundamentals being flexible regarding the use of the entire 4 acres, or a
smaller 2 acre footprint. He stated the city is mailing out 35,000 a newsletters to every household in
the city, which in part, discusses the survey and the Town Square Park.
h. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
Mayor Ferrell pointed out the new artwork now hanging in the Council Chambers which was
recovered from inside the walls of the historic Brooklake Community Center. He asked Dick Castor of
the Federal Way Historical Society to come forward and give additional information on the history of
the painting and its artist.
The Mayor reported on the previous Neighborhood Connection meeting which was well attended and
reminded citizens of the next Meeting which will be held at Wildwood Elementary School on October
23rd at 6pm. He asked Parks Director John Hutton to update Council and citizens on the Veterans Day
Celebration on November 11tH
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Parks Director Hutton was pleased to report on the planning of this event which will be held in the
Sears Parking Lot adjacent to 320th Street. The event will culminate with the raising of the new
American Flag on a 60 -foot flag pole installed in the median of 320th Street (which will be ceremonially
renamed to "Veterans Way "). There are plans for military vehicles, color guards and a high school
band.
Councilmember Honda also noted the Kiwanis and the Historical Society are hosting a Veterans Day
program. Diana Noble - Gulliford, President -Elect of the Historical Society confirmed a Veterans
Observance — Honoring the Past and Present Veterans at Todd Beamer High School beginning at
1 pm. She thanked the Mayor and Council for this wonderful visual spectacle honoring our veterans.
Mayor Ferrell asked Councilmember Honda give a brief update on the Arts Alive Event.
Councilmember Honda noted the art hanging in the hallway outside Council Chambers is part of the
Arts Alive program. Prior to the next Council meeting on October 21St there will be a reception for all
the artists and they will be announcing the Jurors Choice and Commissions Choice winners. She
encouraged citizens to come and vote on the People's Choice award which will be given later this
year.
The Mayor announced Performance and Conference Center Project Director Ken Miller, a 24 year
employee has announced he has taken a job with Lakehaven Utility District. He thanked Mr. Miller for
the many years he has given the city in various capacities including Deputy Public Works Director,
Interim Parks Director and the PACC Project Director.
Councilmembers each shared personal stories and thanked Mr. Miller for his impact on the city over
the last 24 years. Mr. Miller thanked the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Council and staff, and stated he would
miss everyone.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Mark Koppang, Chair of the Parks Commission spoke in support of Town Square Park and feels
having the 4 acre park in the downtown is of great value to the city. He would like to see it left open
and accessible as an oasis in the midst of development.
Betty Taylor, stated she feels the PACC is not large enough for the Federal Way Community. She
would like to see the project larger to accommodate a larger crowd.
Jennie Hills, spoke to suggest the city look into starting a program where grocery stores donate
groceries to people with disabilities or give out vouchers. She stated as a person who has been
unemployed for the last 12 years she feels this would help her family.
Tracy Hills, stated he believes the city should keep the downtown park at the current 4 acres and
apologized for his overstatement at a previous Council meeting regarding the charge of meeting room
at the community center.
Karen Russell, Manager of the Federal Way and Auburn Public Health Clinics spoke to thank the
Mayor and Council for their support to keep the clinic open. She looks forward to ongoing commitment
to find a long term solution for both clinics.
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to note with the city's funding of the $221,000 of the Federal Way clinic
remaining open for two years. The Mayor also spoke to the recent "Mayor's Day of Concern" where
local grocery stores participated along with the Mayor, Councilmembers, staff, and volunteers greeted
shoppers and accepted food and monetary donations for the food bank.
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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 16, 2014 Regular and Special Meeting
b. Vouchers
c. Monthly Financial Report — August 2014
d. Resolution: Solid Waste and Recycling 2015 -2017 Grant Approval
e. Toys R Us Building Demolition Project — Final Project Acceptance
f. Town Square Park Construction Project — Final Project Acceptance
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -F AS
PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI SECOND. The motion passed unanimous as follows:
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. Mayor's Presentation of Biennial Budget to Council
Mayor Ferrell delivered a brief overview of his proposed 2015 -2016 Biennial Budget. He proposes a
structurally balanced budget with ongoing operations now funded by ongoing revenues and a new
reserve fund policy. His vision with the budget is to create safe neighborhoods and vibrant business
centers; support cultural diversity and maintain attractive parks for residents and their families.
Included in the budget highlights are construction of the performing arts and conference center
(PACC) opening in 2016; and enhance and operate the popular Town Square Park, Federal Way's
first downtown park. He stated he feels his budget improves transparency and clarity with a
conservative approach.
Councilmembers thanked Mayor Ferrell for the presentation and encouraged citizens to become
involved in the process and to give input on the budget and upcoming meetings.
b. Confirmation of City Attorney
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF AMY JO
PEARSALL AS OUR CITY ATTORNEY; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
c. Confirmation of City Clerk
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF STEPHANIE
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COURTNEY AS OUR CITY CLERK; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
d. Diversity Commission Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED TO APPOINT CHRISTINE LOMBARD AS A VOTING
MEMBER OF THE DIVERSITY COMMISSION TO FILL THE REMAINER OF AN UNEXPIRED
TERM THROUGH MAY 31, 2016; COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY SECOND. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge
yes Councilmember Celski yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson
yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda
yes
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos reported on a constituent suggestion to locate an artificial ice rink downtown.
She reported on her participation in the Mayor's Day of Concern at the 21St Ave Safeway, she thought
the event was well done. She updated everyone on the exciting items coming through the Regional
Policy Committee through the end of the year including the status of the Interlocal agreement with the
county and the Waste Management contract.
The Mayor thanked Councilmembers who volunteered collecting food during the Mayor's Day of
Concern, and stated in total they collected 1,465lbs of non - perishable food; $260.58 and 10 gift cards.
Councilmember Moore attended the grand opening of Dick's Sporting Goods and reported on viewing
a film regarding campaign finance reform. He attended a recent Chamber Luncheon and candidate
debate. He attended the 22nd Annual WA Conservation Voters "Breakfast of Champions" in Seattle
where energy conservation and environmental awareness were discussed. He thanked the Mayor
and fellow Councilmembers for the vote early tonight supporting the Inclusion Resolution, which is
important to him and many members of the community.
Councilmember Celski reminded of the 1St Annual MSC Helps Luncheon next Wednesday October
15th at 11:30am at Emerald Downs. This fundraiser supports the Multi- Service Center; he stated
online donations can also be made to mschelps.org. He also attended the Mayor's Day of Concern
and had a great day, collecting food and connecting with the citizens. He attended the Advancing
Leadership Spaghetti Feed at the Federal Way Community Center; he thanked Chief Hwang for his
participation in this event. He was pleases Janice Siebenaler was deservingly honored for her many
contributions to our community.
Mayor Ferrell thanked Jeri -Lynn Clark, Executive Assistant in the Mayor's Office for coordinating the
Mayor's Day of Concern.
Councilmember Honda thanked the Federal Way Domestic Violence Task Force members who were
able to attend and accept the Proclamation tonight. She reported she will be attending a Domestic
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Violence Awareness Event at St. Vincent de Paul Social Hall which will discuss the wide impact of
domestic violence. She also thanked Mayor Ferrell for allowing the silhouettes in City Hall, she feels
they give a very strong message. She thanked the Historical Society for the research on the historical
Brooklake Painting now hanging in Chambers. She encouraged everyone to come and support the
fundraiser at the Community Center on Friday, October 24th from 6 -9pm for the Inclusion program
scholarships. He reported her husband is coordinating the final tours of the original Federal Way High
School building; and the next meeting of the Parks, Recreation, Human Services, Public Safety
meeting will be October 14tH
Councilmember Maloney stated she has been out of town with family and has no official report this
evening.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson also noted she has been out of town and is looking forward to getting
into the budget document.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge reported on the historical society's display at their office at Steel Lake
regarding the telegraph. She thanked the community for being so generous with fundraisers for all the
important programs. She encouraged people to attend the Community Caregiving Network's Souper
Supper which will raise funds for their programs including emergency services and community
dinners. She highlighted Saturday, November 1 st at Twin Lake Golf and County Club titled "Shindig"
which will be a PACC fundraiser; this program includes many talents artists.
8. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the regular meeting at
9:32pm.
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Kwpiie . Courtney,
Approved by Council: 10/21/2014
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