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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 7, 2015 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the Regular Meeting to order at the hour of 7:09 pm
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
Dr. Jim Burbidge led the flag salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor's Key to the City— Harold Booker, Sr.
Mayor Ferrell noted the Key to the City of Federal Way is a special recognition presented to those
who have made a positive and lasting impact on our community. He was honored to present Mr.
Harold G. Booker, Sr.tonight with this award. Mr. Booker and his family came to Federal Way in 1962
and along with like-minded individuals who later formed the Federal Way Committee for Human
Rights worked to oppose discriminatory practices in housing, education, civic endeavors and more.
Mr. Booker thanked Mayor Ferrell and the Council for this recognition noting he was honored and
gave moving comments on his memories of Federal Way and those that made him smile. He recalled
many memories in Federal Way with his late wife Verda and his children; specifically thanking many
of the honored individuals tonight who are present.
b. Certificates of Recognition of Federal Way Committee for Human Rights Founding
Members
Mayor Ferrell was also pleased to recognize the members of the Federal Way Committee for Human
Rights. He thanked each honored guest and presented them each with certificates. Mayor Ferrell
spoke about this group of courageous individuals who stood shoulder-to-shoulder against the
oppression that infected the community and region at that time. They opened their homes and hearts
to the cause of equity and spoke out in a unified voice against discrimination and racism.
Barbara Nyland spoke regarding the history and original formation of the Committee, and the good it
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brought to the community. She thanked all those who are present this evening along with those who
are no longer with us.
At 7:35 pm, Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be recessing for a brief reception. The
Council reconvened at 7:55 pm.
c. Best Start for Kids Initiative Presentation
Patty Hayes, Director of Public Health — Seattle & King County presented a brief PowerPoint
presentation to Council regarding a possible King County Initiative.She noted the initiative would be a
6-year countywide levy which may be placed on the November 2015 ballot. King County would lead a
comprehensive community planning process following voter approval which would include investment
strategies for ages 0-24 and community investment. King County Council will vote on this issue on
July 20th for the November 2015 ballot.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• 25th Anniversary Celebration Recap
Steve McNey, Community Outreach Coordinator gave a brief recap of the 25th Anniversary event
including a few photos. He noted both the event and the carnival were a success, and while crowd
numbers were split between the two venues, he feels it was a great event and noted it was great to
see a lot of the former Mayors in attendance. He thanked event sponsors and staff for all the extra
effort in helping pull this event off.
• Red, White and Blues Festival Recap—John Hutton
Parks Director John Hutton was pleased to report on another very successful Red, White and Blues
Event. It exceeded expectations with the show and entertainment; he thanked his team of staff,
police, and fire department. He felt the crowd attendance was down a little due to the heat, but it was
still a great family event and no significant issues were reported by the Police Chief.
The Mayor thanked Mr. Hutton for a phenomenal job;and thanked the entire team of staff,volunteers,
and commissioners for once again, a great community event. Councilmember Moore echoed the
Mayor's praise and thanked Parks Commissioners for their help with the event.
• Sound Transit Testimony
Mayor Ferrell reported he and Deputy Mayor Burbidge attended a Sound Transit hearing regarding
alignment options for Hwy 99 or 1-5. Deputy Mayor Burbidge thought the South Cities did a
phenomenal job expressing the collective concerns and thoughtful questions. Mayor Ferrell noted July
231d the Sound Transit Board will meet and decide which alignment they will prefer. Federal Way,
along with Kent, Des Moines, Burien and Sea-Tac, have all stated support for the preferred alignment
of 1-5.
• Fireworks Enforcement Report—Chief Hwang
Police Chief Andy Hwang g gave a brief presentation to Council regarding this year's calls for
service during the July 4t holiday. He reported the following information:
Comparisons on Total Calls For Service (CFS) from June 28th—July 6th
• 2014 —2,141 total CFS • 2015 —2,602 total CFS
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• 2014 - 231 fireworks related CFS • 2015 -268 fireworks related CFS
• 2014 - 315 total CFS (July 4th alone) • 2015 -421 total CFS (July 4th alone)
• 2014 - 118 firework related CFS • 2015 - 148 firework related CFS
This year officers issued 52 tickets and 23 warnings (between June 28 —July 6); and confiscated
approximately 250 pounds of fireworks. Chief Hwang noted the increase in citations was due to
extreme dry conditions and high danger risk. In response to Council questions regarding issuing a
citation versus a warning; Chief noted individuals 18 and over received civil citation.
The Mayor and Council discussed the dangerous conditions and personal recounts of fireworks in
their neighborhoods. Also discussed was the current Fireworks Ordinance which may need to be
reviewed and modified. Mayor noted any changes implemented which are stricter than the state
statue would take effect in one year; so next July 4th would not be effected.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Norma Blanchard, spoke about traffic concerns and blocking intersections. She was also concerned
there was not staff at the downtown Police Substation.
Judy Zurliqen, spoke to Council regarding her property and is asking to remove or plug pipes on her
land. The Lakota project included an underground hardline which is not being utilized. They are
asking for authorization to plug or remove the hole. In 10 years there is no private water flowing in or
out of the pipes.
Mayor Ferrell asked Public Works Director Marwan Salloum to follow up with Ms. Zurligen.
Jim Stiles, spoke in support of the Red White and Blues festival and spoke towards the presentation
made by King County regarding a possible Initiative on the November ballot.
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: June 16, 2015 Regular and Special Meetings
b. Monthly Financial Report— May 2015
c. Vouchers— May 2015
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED; 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
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Resolution: Appointing Members to Pro/Con Committees for November Advisory Vote
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City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall gave a brief presentation to Council. She noted the Council adopted
the Resolution to advertise for volunteers to be committee members on June 2nd.The Press Release
seeking volunteers went out June 3rd with a deadline of June 22"d. The City Clerk's Office received 7
volunteers for the Con Committee; and 4 volunteers for the Pro Committee.At tonight's meeting,the
Council may approve the Resolution to appoint all volunteers to be a part of the committee. The
committee members will then select among themselves the three names which will be added to the
Voter's Guide; including a spokesperson.Committee statements are due directly to King County by no
later than July 16th
Councilmembers discussed the process and the desire to interview the applicants similar to
Commission Interviews to select the three members instead of the proposed direction; or to limit the
number of each on the Committee. Councilmembers also asked clarifying questions regarding
submittal and rebuttal statements. City Attorney Pearsall noted the statements are submitted directly
to King County and do not go through city staff.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE RESOLUTION TO APPOINT
VOLUNTEERS TO THE PRO AND CON COMMITTEES TO WRITE PRO AND CON STATEMENTS
FOR THE VOTERS PAMPHLET FOR THE ADVISORY VOTE REGARDING WHETHER TO ALLOW
MARIJUANA-RELATED BUSINESSES IN THE CITY; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION TO ALLOW COUNCIL
INTERVIEWS AND SELECTION OF THE THREE COMMITTEE LEADERS FOR EACH
COMMITTEE; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND.
City Attorney Pearsall suggested the following amendments to achieve the Council direction
suggested in the amendment if approved.
Section 3. Designation of Committee Leaders. On or before July 21, the City Council will interview
members of the Pro and Con Committees and designate three (3) leaders for each committee.
Section 4. Designation of Spokespersons. The City Council directs the leaders of each committee to
choose a spokesperson amongst themselves no later than August 7, 2015.
Section 5. Certify Committee. Following the interviews and designation of committee leaders and
spokespersons as described in Sections 3 and 4 above, the City Clerk is hereby directed to submit
the names of the spokesperson and leaders from each committee to King County Elections no later
than August 7, 2015.
Councilmember Celski stated his opposition to inserting potentially partisan influence into this process
by the process of Council selection versus the committee members selects the three names for the
voter's guide. Councilmembers continued to debate the question.
The amendment passed 5-2 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski no
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson no Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
The main motion as amended passed unanimously as follows:
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Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
b. Human Services Commission Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED TO APPOINT MI CHA EL PELLICCIOTTI AND KEN STARK
AS ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF THE HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION WITH A TERM EXPIRING
JANUARY 31,2018; COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY SECOND.The motion passed unanimously as
follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Celski yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
c. Youth Commission Appointments and Re-Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE YOUTH
COMMISSION: JESSE GOLDSTONE, ROBERT MACFARLANE AND JILLIAN ORY AS VOTING
MEMBERS WITH TERMS EXPIRING AUGUST 31, 2017; AND ELIZABETH SANDSTEDT AND
CONNER BRONSON-DOHERTY AS ALTERNATE MEMBERS WITH TERMS EXPIRING AUGUST
31, 2017; 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
d. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointment
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO APPOINT RICHARD SONG TO THE LODGING TAX
ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2015;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The main 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
e. Reschedule of August 4, 2015 Regular City Council Meeting
Mayor Burbidge noted in order for Council and staff to participate in National Night Out, historically the
Council has rescheduled their first meeting in August to the second week in August.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.1(1)FOR THE PURPOSE
OF RESCHEDULING THE AUGUST 4, 2015 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TO AUGUST
11, 2015; 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
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f. Cancellation of August 18th Regular City Council Meeting
Deputy Mayor Burbidge noted similarly to the previous item; historically the Council has voted to
cancel the second meeting in August to allow for Council and city staff vacations.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.1(1)FOR THE PURPOSE
OF CANCELLING THE AUGUST 18, 2015 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING;
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
7. ORDINANCES
Second Reading
a. Council Bill#682: Phase V Condemnation Ordinance APPROVED
ORDINANCE#15-799
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING RIGHT-OF-
WAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE VICINITY OF PACIFIC HIGHWAY SOUTH FROM SOUTH 340TH
STREET TO SOUTH 359TH STREET, KNOWN AS PACIFIC HIGHWAY SOUTH HOV LANES
PHASE V PROJECT;DECLARING THE PUBLIC USE AND NECESSITY OF SUCH PROPERTY;
DIRECTING STAFF TO EXHAUST REASONABLE NEGOTIATION EFFORTS TO PURCHASE
SUCH PROPERTY;AUTHORIZING THE CONDEMNATION OF THE PROPERTY; DIRECTING
THE CITY ATTORNEY TO INITIATE ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS AND PROCEEDINGS IN THE
MANNER PROVIDED BY LAW FOR SAID CONDEMNATION IF ATTEMPTS TO PURCHASE ARE
NOT SUCCESSFUL;AND DECLARING A STATEMENT OF URGENCY.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPSED ORDINANCE;
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
b. Council Bill #683: S 304th St at 28th Ave S Intersection Project—Condemnation
Ordinance
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ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN-PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING RIGHT OF
WAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE VICINITY OF SOUTH 301TH STREET AT 28TH AVE SOUTH
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMEN S PROJECT; DESCRIBING THE PUBLIC USE AND
NECESSITY OF SUCH PROPERTY; DIRECTING - e - -- ' -!
SAID CONDEMNATION IF ATTEMPTS TO PURCHASE ARE NOT SUCCESSFUL.
Street Systems Manager John Mulkey gave a brief update to Council noting this ordinance is no
longer needed as successful negotiations have been completed. The property owner was out of
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country therefore holding up signatures; the project is now moving forward.
Councilmember Celski thanked staff for working hard and appreciates when the process does not
progress to the condemnation stage.
Council Bill #683 died for lack of Second Reading.
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson reported on structural changes regarding the governing board of the
Committee to End Homelessness. She attended along with Councilmember Moore the AWC
Conference in Wenatchee which had many valuable sessions. She was pleased to attend many
events including the Multi-Service Center Crab Feed and Dinner Auction; and Chamber Luncheon
where partnership and economic vitality were discussed.
Councilmember Maloney thanked the staff for Red White and Blues Event and the 25th Anniversary
Celebration. She attended the SCA Legislative Update and gave an update on what was happening in
Olympia. Last week she met with Laurence Garrett Advancing Leadership Director; she appreciates
his vision and moving it forward with advancements in that program. Rebranding meetings have been
kicked off again- looking forward to including Council and the Community; in addition,the University
initiative is also moving forward. She also attended the crab feed at community center;also attended
Seattle Chamber of Commerce where gender wage equity was discussed.
Councilmember Honda reported the next Parks, Recreation, Human Services, Public Safety Council
Committee is on Tuesday, July 14th at 5:00 pm. She was glad to participate as a judge at the"We the
People" event at Camelot Elementary School where 5th graders take 6 weeks to learn about
government; she was highly impressed by the students and teachers who participated. July 18th is
Safety Day at the Federal Way Farmers Market;free helmets and fitting for children will be available.
She noted the 59th annual Salmon Bake at Steel Lake by Noon Kiwanis Club is coming up and is a
wonderful event. The Summer Concert Series sponsored by Arts Commission is on Wednesday
nights 7-8pm with great bands and great concerts, she would like to see increased attendance.
Councilmember Celski was pleased with all the community events recently. He reported on the Multi-
Service Center crab feed which raised $121,000 and was well attended; including all the
Councilmembers. He reported on the 2nd Annual Multi-Service Center Helps Luncheon October 22nd,
held at Emerald Downs. He noted the next Council meeting has items which went through the Land
Use Transportation Committee and he will be speaking to those items at the next Council Meeting.
Councilmember Moore reported on a lot of events in the city and that he loves to learn and listen. He
also attended the crab feed and feels the Multi-Service Center is a wonderful program to support. He
attended the AWC conference with Councilmember Assefa-Dawson; so many workshops that were
informative. He reported on meeting the Boy Scout Troup 361; attending the Korean quarterly
meeting; and advancing leadership graduation. He is very excited to participate in the 2016
Advancing Leadership Class. He agreed the Red, White and Blues festival and the 25th Anniversary
were amazing.
Councilmember Duclos noted a busy month, and also agreed the 25th Anniversary celebration and the
Red, White and Blues event were wonderful. She attended the Chamber Luncheon which was as
always informative regarding the 2 Ports merging. She feels this is a wonderful idea moving forward
recognizing the benefits of staying separate but merging. She also attended the Multi-Service Center
Crab feed —the crab was delicious.
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Deputy Mayor Burbidge reported the next meeting of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will be July
15th at 8am. She commented on the positive reports on all the busy events and celebrations, most of
them are city celebrations including 25th Anniversary Celebration; Red, White and Blues Event; and
this evening celebration with the Mayor's Key to the City. In addition the Multi-Service Center Crab
Feed was held in a city facility; she noted these events utilize and huge amount of city staff hard work
— she extends her thanks and appreciation to staff. She also was pleased the 25th Anniversary
Celebration was able to include the FW Symphony and soloist;and other musical groups,which were
all outstanding. She thanked the Coalition of the Performing Arts who had an informational booth at
Red,White and Blues Festival about the Performing Arts and Events Center; a wonderful contribution
of volunteer hours. Thanks all the folks who helped with these celebrations.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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b. Property Acquisition-pursuant to RCW 12.30.110(1)(b) not needed
City Council did not adjourn into Executive Session.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:55 pm.
Attest:
tep :nie D. Courtney,
• Clerk
Approved by Council:0'7-1-2015
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