Council MIN 10-04-2016 RegularFederal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
October 4, 2016 — 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember Lydia
Assefa- Dawson, Councilmember Kelly Maloney, Councilmember Susan Honda, Councilmember Mark
Koppang, Councilmember Martin Moore, and Councilmember Dini Duclos.
City staff in attendance: Chief of Staff Brian Wilson, Acting City Attorney Ryan Call, and City Clerk
Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Brian Davis led the flag salute. Mayor Ferrell introduced Brian Davis who thanked the Mayor for
selecting him and the Council for their confidence in him. He looks forward to working with the Mayor,
Council, staff, and citizens and recognizes the unique opportunities and challenges.
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOTIONED TO MOVE ITEM 3B CERTIFICATES OF
APPOINTMENT FOR YOUTH COMMISSIONERS TO BE FIRST ITEM ADDRESSED;
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Certificates of Appointment — Youth Commission
Councilmember Koppang invited newly appointed members of Youth Commission forward to accept
their certificates of appointments.
b. Briefing from Sound Transit on the Federal Way Link Extension including discussion of
the proposed station location (Cathal Ridge, Light Rail Development Manager and
Chelsea Levy, Government and Community Relations Officer)
Government and Community Relations Officer Chelsea Levy briefly talked about ST3 and
opportunities in the region. Light Rail Development Manager Cathal Ridge spoke more directly
about the Angle Lake Station and the Federal Way Station.
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Councilmembers thanked Ms. Levy and Mr. Ridge for their presentations and asked various clarifying
questions regarding the proposal, parking availability at stations, transit oriented development,
environmental stewardship /sustainability, and increased bus routes.
c. Proclamation — Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2016
Councilmember Honda read and presented the Proclamation to Janet Chance and members of the
Federal Way Domestic Task Force.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Performing Arts & Event Center Construction Update
PAEC Project Manager EJ Walsh gave a brief construction update to the City Council on the project.
He highlighted a series of pictures showing the building clearly taking shape. Current efforts are to get
everything closed before the heavy rainy season starts; the parking lot will be paved soon.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Walsh for the update.
• 2017 -2018 Biennial Budget Process to -date
Mayor Ferrell noted the list of budget meetings which have taken place to date and that the Council
continues to work through the process. He spoke about challenges in the community and the work of
the Violence Prevention Coalition Steering Committee. Mayor Ferrell will be amending the budget to
include nine new police officers; increasing the total commissioned officers to 140.
• Report on Community Events
Mayor Ferrell reported on various Community Events including the Chili Cook Off Event on
September 24; the 6th Annual "Reach Out" Breakfast held on September 27; City Vision Pancake
Breakfast on September 27; and the "We Love Our City" Volunteer Event on October 2. He thanked
everyone who came to or supported these great events in the city.
• Upcoming Community Events
Mayor Ferrell also invited anyone interested to attend Advancing Leadership's "Evening with the
Stars" on October 8; the Federal Way Symphony Gala at the Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club on
October 8; and the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network "Souper Supper" on October 28.
• Oktoberfest
He noted this coming Friday the Federal Way Community Center will be hosting Oktoberfest to
support the city Recreation Inclusion Program. Councilmember Honda noted this is a wonderful
community event that is co- sponsored by the city and the Kiwanis.
• Status Update on IRG Property
Acting Community Development Director Scott Sproul briefed the City Council on the current process
and status of applications for Preferred Freezer. He noted this is a Use Process III with SEPA review
running concurrently. Both decisions are appealable to the Hearing Examiner. Permit applications
submitted (clear /grade; foundation; and building) cannot be issued until land use and SEPA
processes conclude. Mr. Sproul also reported on the KG Investment Project and noted a Pre -
Application process was held on September 1; nothing further has been received or submitted. He
also noted there are not structured timelines however a typical Use Process III timeline is 6 -9 months
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and the SEPA timeline is 3 -6 months. Mitigating factors of timeline include complexity of the project;
size of the project and /or site; public comments received; and staffing levels.
Council asked to have the technical letter be made public once it is available.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Lori Sechrist shared the City of Federal Way mission and vision statements and questioned whether
the a decision to allow Preferred Freezer to develop is being consistent with its mission and vision
statement
Cindy Johnston suggested the proposed development on the former Weyerhaeuser property is in
direct opposition of the Puget Sound Regional Council's 2040 Vision Plan.
Barbara Hartloff related the fact that the City of Bonney Lake has required developers to fund and
install increased infrastructure and pay a large amount for various impact fees.
Larry Moe is opposed to the proposed development of the former Weyerhaeuser Campus and is
concerned about the contamination of the ground water runoff as well as the draining and relocation
of the wetlands.
Jean Parietti stated the community and city must preserve the cultural, architectural, and
environmental gem that is the Weyerhaeuser Campus.
Norm Fiess expressed concerns about the truck traffic that will result from the proposed development
as well as the potential for toxic spills and ammonia leaks.
Michael Brown, MD spoke regarding the unaddressed massive number of semi -truck trips on
Weyerhaeuser Way as well as other matters he feels have been unaddressed by the city.
Julie Cleary shared portions of the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) regarding public nuisance
and correlated it to the proposed development. She additionally shared portions from the FWRC
regarding street use restrictions limit and hauling routes noting that Weyerhaeuser Way is not
included as a hauling route.
TaShawna Nash is concerned for the safety of the children and others and requested a moratorium
so that a better plan can be formulated for this property.
Suzanne Vargo shared her concerns regarding this process by using alliteration going through the
alphabet.
Tom Messmer reviewed that Weyerhaeuser marketed the whole land as developable in the sale
instead of giving away. He wanted to share that just because they have not acquiesced to all
comments does not mean they have heard all the comments. He and his team are looking for the best
possible solution.
Liz Biveiano wanted to make the citizens and council aware of the proposal for a liquefied natural gas
plant on the Tacoma tide flats.
Nanette Reetz is concerned over the liquid natural gas facility proposed by Puget Sound Energy. She
shared studies regarding the dangers associated with this proposal and requested the city council and
citizens to get involved.
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Kenneth Light suggested that when politicians cease listening to the public, petitions must be started
to begin the recall process.
Jerry Graham requested a moratorium and reminded council that this is a regional growth center, not
an industrial /manufacturing area.
Bonnie West- Armstrong is concerned about the trucks, not only the traffic but also parking.
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 20, 2016 Regular and Special Meeting
b. Monthly Financial Report — August 2016
c. Vouchers — August 2016
d. RESOLUTION: Solid Waste & Recycling 2017 -2019 Grant Approvals
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -D AS
PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA - DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously
as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
At 9:06 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced a brief recess. He reconvened the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO DISCUSS A MORATORIUM;
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA SECOND.
Acting City Attorney Ryan Call called Point of Order. Per council rules the proposed motion is Out of
Order, as a Motion to Amend must be done at the beginning of the meeting.
a. Groundwater Interceptor Trench in SW 330th Street at 49th Ave SW
Storm Water Engineer Tony Doucette discussed the Groundwater Interceptor Trench and highlighted
the project location in the Stone Brook neighborhood. French drains were installed in this area years
ago and are no longer handling the capacity. Persistent water on the road way during inclement
weather may create hazardous conditions. He reviewed the estimated expenditures and available
funding. One bid was received and opened on September 1, 2016.
Councilmember thanked Mr. Doucette for his presentation and asked clarifying questions regarding
the project including nearby stream locations and timeline for the project.
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COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO AWARD THE
GROUNDWATER INTERCEPTOR TRENCH PROJECT AT SW 330TH ST AT 49TH AVE SW TO
GREEN EARTHWORKS CONSTRUCTION, INC., THE LOWEST, RESPONSIVE, RESPONSIBLE
BIDDER, IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,450.00 AND APPROVE A 10% CONTINGENCY FOR A TOTAL
OF $27,995.00 AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT;
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA - DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
b. Confirmation of Community Development Director Position
Mayor Ferrell noted his recommendation of Brian Davis for Council Confirmation to the Community
Development Director.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED CONFIRMATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR BRIAN DAVIS; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Sproul for stepping up for the community and for all his hard work
and diligence.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
c. Extension of Short Term Interim Director for Community Development Department
Ryan Call Acting City Attorney noted the new Director Brian Davis is set to begin on November 1.
There is a need to extend the short term appointment of Mr. Sproul for two weeks until that time.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE EXTENSION OF THE SHORT -TERM
APPOINTMENT OF BUILDING OFFICER SCOTT SPROUL AS THE CITY'S INTERIM COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR UNTIL THE NEW DIRECTOR BEGIN WORK; COUNCILMEMBER
KOPPANG SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
FROM CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 10/04/2016: Mayor Ferrell noted the following
presentations were moved from the tonight's previous Special Meeting as carry-over presentations
due to time availability.
2017 -2018 Budget Presentation — Performing Arts and Event Center
Performing Arts and Event Center Theresa Yvonne briefed the City Council on her proposed budget
for the new facility which is scheduled to open in the Summer of 2017. She reviewed highlights which
include a $1 million dollar Capital Campaign with the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts;
Confirmation of Resident Arts Organizations; and securing the relocation of the Tacoma City Ballet to
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Federal Way as a resident dance company. Looking forward to 2017 -2018 Ms. Yvonne projected the
following goals:
• 2% for Art installation
• Hiring of Staff
• Secure talent for season
• Solicitation and procurement of national and regional rental events (Special
Olympics and Artisan Cup)
• Volunteer recruitment
• Arts for Youth Program in coordination with the Federal Way School District
• Kennedy Center Partnership in Education
• Ongoing Fundraising through partnerships, grants, membership and campaigns
• Completion of the Facility
• Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Center
She also reported on details regarding the Native American Culinary Institute and reviewed a
proposed organizational chart for the PAEC. Ms. Yvonne discussed a tentative fee schedule and
rental fees and rates for Resident Arts Organizations, Non - Profit and Private /Commercial.
Extensive discussion took place between Council and Ms. Yvonne regarding the inclusion of a non-
profit in the facility. Ms. Yvonne noted the non - profit has to be a part of it; from the financing of it to
pursue new market tax credits. If the city successful in getting those funds, the city has significant
work to do to receive the funds.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO EXTEND THE MEETING TIME BEYOND 10:00 P.M.;
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA - DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Council asked additional questions regarding how the fee schedule compares to other entities and
facilities; and staffing levels and use of volunteers for the facility. Councilmembers also stressed the
importance of this budget and the priority of funding Public Safety.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO POSTPONE THE REMAINING PRESENTATIONS ON
THE BUDGET UNTIL THE OCTOBER 18 MEETING; COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY SECOND.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Due to the time, Councilmember Duclos, Moore and Koppang had no report.
Councilmember Honda extended congratulations to Shelley Pauls, Sherri Edwards, and Jonathan
Nguyen who were honored by the Reach Out Organization; she encouraged everyone to attend
Oktoberfest on Friday, October 7th which supports the inclusion program.
Councilmember Maloney thanked citizens and everyone for attending tonight's meeting; she
reiterated that she and Council are listening.
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Councilmember Assefa- Dawson attended an Emergency Preparedness meeting.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge also attended the Reach Out "Pay it Forward" Breakfast where Willa Gains
was recognized also recognized. There is a free community concert taking place on Sunday October
9th; many groups will be performing.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Collective Bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(b)
At Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be recessing into Executive Session for the purpose of
discussing Collecting Bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(b).
Council returned to Chambers at 11:18 p.m.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:18
p. m.
Attest:
ovt,C/
S e h nie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: '11 16 ( ZO l te
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