Council MIN 05-17-2016 RegularFederal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
May 17, 2016 — 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember
Kelly Maloney, Councilmember Susan Honda, Councilmember Mark Koppang, Councilmember
Martin Moore, and Councilmember Dini Duclos.
Mayor Ferrell excused Councilmember Lydia Assefa- Dawson absence this evening.
City staff in attendance: Chief of Staff Brian Wilson, City Attorney Amy Jo Pearsall and City Clerk
Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Roger Flygare led the flag salute
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO ADD NEW ITEM A TO
PRESENTATIONS TO VIEW A VIDEO IN HONOR OF ADAM GUTIERREZ;
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. (ADDED ITEM) Video — Tribute to Adam Gutierrez
An emotional video tribute posted to YouTube made by Adam Gutierrez's wife was played for the
Council and audience. Mayor Ferrell noted they received the family's consent to play the video
this evening.
b. Proclamation: Affordable Housing Week — May 16 -22nd
Deputy Mayor Burbidge read and presented the Affordable Housing Week Proclamation to Marty
Kooistra, Executive Director, Housing Development Consortium of Seattle -King County. Mr.
Kooistra thanked the Mayor and Council for the Proclamation.
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c. Proclamation: Relay for Life Days — May 20 & 21st
Councilmember Duclos read and presented the Relay for Life Proclamation to Deanna Nugent
the Federal Way Relay for Life Event Lead who thanked the Mayor and Council for the
recognition. She noted everyone has been affected by or knows someone who has battled
cancer. Go to Federalwayrelay.org to donate, sign up, or join a team. The event begins Friday
Night at Saghalie Middle School, May 20th and 21St.
d. Student Art Contest Recognition
Arts Commission Chair Daniel Hershman and Judge David Larson introduced each of the
winners of the most recent student art contest. Judge Larson noted this is the 7th year of the
contest.
e. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
Police Chief Andy Hwang gave a brief update regarding resources and reallocation of officers in
the Department due to recent crimes. He noted they are following leads as they develop. He
noted the reward in the Adam Gutierrez homicide is at $17,000 through Crime Stoppers of Puget
Sound.
Mayor Ferrell asked Councilmember Honda to give an update on the Federal Way Farmers
Market Grand Opening. Councilmember Honda was pleased to report the Farmers Market is in its
13th year and they have added activities for pets. She noted the market is a great place for
tourists and neighbors to come out and enjoy and is open every Saturday until the end of
October.
Mayor Ferrell reported on the recent Federal Way Coalition Against Human Trafficking "Break the
Chains" 5K event. He was pleased to see many Councilmembers attend and a wonderful turn out
overall. He thanked the Police Department for the assistance and coordination.
Mayor Ferrell noted the Federal Way School District Wide Talent Show will be June 8th and asked
Councilmember Honda to introduce students from Todd Beamer High School to speak about the
event. Councilmember Honda introduced CC and Jonathan who spoke about the Fed Factor a
district wide talent show with competition from the four high schools. They invited the Council and
community to attend for a fun night and noted all funds go great causes.
Parks Director John Hutton gave a brief report on the 3rd Annual Touch -A -Truck event which had
a record high attendance of over 2,000 people even with rainy weather. He thanked the Public
Works Department, Police Department and many of our community partners for making their rigs
available to the kids. It was a fantastic event and thanked everyone who attended and were
sponsors.
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola reviewed the proposed draft budget calendar for the 2017 -2018
Biennial Budget. He asked Council to review and give feedback as the budget process is moving
forward. Councilmembers Honda and Maloney both noted conflicts. Mr. Ariwoola noted staff will
work to make adjustments to the dates.
Mayor Ferrell also noted the 36th anniversary of the eruption of Mt. St. Helens and referenced the
background picture on the Chambers screen. This event was a big day in Northwest history
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Cindy Javis, business in FW for 26 years and lived here for 20 years, wife, mother, and
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grandmother is concerned over the recent homicides is close to where her grandchildren live.
She wants to see good triumph over evil and would like to see the police force grow and freeze
other growth in the city.
Diane Zorro reported on the 4th Annual "Break the Chains" of Human Trafficking 5k event. She
thanked the Mayor, Councilmembers, Police Chief Hwang and the Police Department Staff for the
fabulous event. She also commented on the importance of affordable housing in communities
and the role it plays to help families, working people, and retirees afford a nice place to live. She
does not believe there is a direct correlation between crime and affordable housing.
Dawn Coqqins attended the Special Meeting on Public Safety and thanked the Mayor and
Council. She appreciates the communication and the efforts to keep the community informed. A
little communication goes a long way to the community to squash rumors and concerns. She also
echoes the comments for additional staffing for the police department, She is looking forward to
hearing more about the task force, and other ways she can be a part of the solution.
Robin Corak CEO of the Multi- Service Center thanked the city for the Affordable Housing
Proclamation. She also spoke on the importance of Affordable Housing in the community.
Housing costs, especially in King County continue to rise and is making it difficult for some to
afford good housing options. She will continue to support healthy and affordable housing in
Federal Way.
Dan Larson, Pastor of Family Life Community Church, stated he loves his city and he thanked the
Mayor and Chief Hwang for the diligent work in our community. He thanked them for allowing
them to pray for the Police Department. He encouraged anyone interested to join them in prayer
every Thursday at the International House of Prayer.
Ernest Commodore spoke regarding King County Property Tax. He feels the tax is currently too
high and many cannot afford it. He asked King County to look into practices Snohomish County
uses to assist families.
Mathew Jarvis feels the community and Police Department have been responsive to the recent
increase to crime; but feels City Hall has not taken action. He suggested non - essential funds be
reallocated to the Police Department. He would like to see action.
Sarah Carbary wants to start a community effort to meet with people and discuss how to make
Federal Way great and invited anyone interested to Celebration Park next Tuesday at 11:00 a.m.
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: May 3, 2016 Regular and Special Meeting
b. S 320th Street and Marine Hills Way Pipe Repairs — 85% Design Update and
Authorization to Bid
c. Pacific Highway South HOV Lanes Phase V (S 340th Street to S 359th Street) Project —
100% Design Status Report and Authorization to Bid
d. S 288th Street (Military Road to City Limit) Preservation Project — Project Acceptance
e. Resolution: Setting a Public Hearing Date for the 2017 -2022 Transportation
Improvement Plan
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f. Authorization to Apply for the King County Flood Control District Flood Reduction
Grant
g. Ballistic Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant
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 Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Formation of: Youth Support and Violence Prevention Coalition
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED APPROVAL OF THE FORMATION OF THE
VIOLENCE PREVENTION COALITION; COUNCILMEMBER HONDA SECOND.
Councilmember Maloney spoke to her motion noting after the first homicide she was contacted by
multiple citizens who came forward and were interested in taking action to help in the community.
Councilmember Honda thanked Councilmember Maloney for her work on this idea and also
thanked the many citizens who are willing to step forward and volunteer to make a difference.
Councilmember Duclos asked for more information on how the Coalition will be formed, who will
serve on it and if meetings will be open to the public. Councilmember Koppang also thanked
Councilmember Maloney for the great start on this idea and feels there will be much more
discussion on the specifics.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge thanked Councilmember Maloney, the Mayor and staff for all the work
and ideas coming forward in creating a task force or coalition. She noted there has been a quick
turnaround due to recent events and everyone is working on having everyone involved. We have
a wonderful community and grass roots groups that provide help and needs to the community
Mayor Ferrell reported on the initial planning meeting which included staff and three
Councilmembers. Discussion centered on structure and preliminary dates of an initial meeting. He
noted the first community meeting will be June 2nd, 2016 at the Federal Way Community Center.
The meeting was primarily for organization purposes as the idea is to then bring together
stakeholders at more formal public meetings.
Councilmember Moore would like to see a website where citizens can sign up to serve or
volunteer. Councilmember Honda specifically thanked parents in the audience who want to have
a voice and suggested the city add content to Channel 21 for additional advertising.
The main motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
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b. Parks and Recreation Commission Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARKS
AND RECREATION COMMISSION WITH TERMS EXPIRING APRIL 30, 2019: DAVID
BERGER; LAURA BELVIN; GEORGE PFEIFFER; AND COREY FORBIS; COUNCILMEMBER
MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follow:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
c. Proposed Settlement Agreement regarding the Norman and Sarah Glimberg Lawsuit
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT
AGREEMENT REGARDING THE GLIMBERG'S LAWSUIT; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS
SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
7. ORDINANCES
Second Reading /Enactment
a. Council Bill #707 /Comcast Cable Franchise Extension
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, GRANTING COMCAST CABLE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT, LLC,
A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO OCCUPY THE RIGHTS -OF -WAY OF THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, THROUGH THE FRANCHISE AREA FOR THE PURPOSES
OF OPERATING AND MAINTAIN A CABLE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM WITHIN AND
THROUGH THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the Ordinance Title into the record.
COUNCILMEMER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson excused Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Maloney thanked everyone for the support of the coalition and stated she puts
her full faith and support in our Police Department. She reported she participated in the well -
attended FWCAT 5K event; the Farmers Market; and the Chamber Luncheon. She noted the next
Land Use and Transportation meeting agenda is being set and she will be discussing a review
and possible moratorium on housing in the city.
Councilmember Honda thanked the Federal Way Historical Society for their recent event
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"Jackson Street After Hours" which gives history on the musical scene in Seattle; she encouraged
everyone to attend. She attended a meeting regarding the Best Starts for Kids Initiative for King
County which raises funds for programs that serve children ages Birth to 24. She also reported on
upcoming meetings and events including the Communities in Schools Breakfast later this week; a
breakfast briefing on the PAEC hosted by the Chamber; Flag Day events on June 11th at the King
County Aquatics Center; and the Kiwanis 60th Annual Salmon Bake at Steel Lake Park on July
22nd She also thanked students CC and Jonathan who spoke about the Fed Factor on June 8th;
and noted she will be attending the board of health meeting on Thursday.
Councilmember Koppang spoke about the recent evil acts of violence in our community. He was
proud of the overwhelming feeling as the Public Safety meeting progressed, it was clear the
community was coming together. He was so proud of the overall sense of the city and community
as a whole rising up with one voice for the community. He noted the many positive community
events which were still successful and citizens are still going out and moving forward; he
continues to be very proud of the city.
Councilmember Moore thanked the over 500 residents who attended the recent Public Safety
Meeting last Thursday. He was proud to tell his friends and coworkers that the city and
community are working together, and not letting the violence define who we are as a city. He was
also happy to report he participated in a ride along with the police department and he appreciates
the hard work they do. He also attended the Marine Hills Swim Club parade; and also
encouraged the community to attend the Historical Society's current event. He noted he will be
attending the Federal Way Relay for Life event as he honors and reflects on his friend Roger
Freeman. He spoke regarding on and idea to see an afterhour's program for youth in the
community.
Councilmember Duclos reminded everyone the Relay for Life event begins this Friday and she is
proud to represent and participate as a survivor. She also thanked Diana Noble - Gulliford who is
the President of the Historical Society and noted they have a fabulous book on the history and
beginning of Federal Way. She also spoke regarding Sound Transit and a potential ST3 ballot
measure; it looks like (if passed) Federal Way may finally get service increases. She was also
proud of the community who showed up and spoke in concern over the safety in the community.
She is confident the community will stand together and we all support our Police Department.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge noted she attended the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee meeting; and
the Tourism Enhancement Grant Committee met and reviewed applications. She attended along
with Councilmember Honda the Best Starts for Kids Initiative Meeting at City Hall; this program
supported by a tax increase in King County funds programs for children Birth to 24. She has been
inspired by the huge turnout at all of the community events this last weekend; including the Break
the Chains 5k; the Marine Hills Parade; the Blue Poppy Days Event. She encouraged citizens to
attend the Community in Schools event which starts promptly at 7:30 a.m.; and the Relay for Life
event at Saghalie Middle School. She was also pleased with the strong turnout of citizens who
want to come together to bring people together and increased communication throughout the
community.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Potential Litigation pursuant to R-CW '12.30.110(1)(i) not needed
b. Sale or Lease of Property Pursuant to RCW'12.30.110(1)(c) not needed
10.ADJOURNMENT
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There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:09
p.m.
Attest:
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St - • : n e Courtney
Cit Ierk
Approved by Council: 06 -07 -2016
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