Council MIN 12-06-2016 RegularFederal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers - City Hall
December 6, 2016 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember Lydia
Assefa- Dawson (via phone), Councilmember Kelly Maloney, Councilmember Susan Honda,
Councilmember Mark Koppang, Councilmember Martin Moore, and Councilmember Dini Duclos.
City staff in attendance: Acting City Attorney Ryan Call and City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
Mayor Ferrell announced Councilmember Assefa- Dawson is participating in the meeting via phone.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
RECEPTION FOR OUTGOING COUNCILMEMBER KELLY MALONEY
Mayor Ferrell thanked Councilmember Kelly Maloney for her service and dedication to the community
and to the Council during and prior to her position on the Council. He read and presented her with a
plaque in appreciation for her service. Councilmember Maloney thanked the Mayor and her
colleagues on the Council and the countless citizens who have advocated for their passions and
beliefs. She also gave a heartfelt thank you to her husband and family for their support over the last
four years.
At 7:18 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced a brief recess for a reception honoring Councilmember
Maloney. Mayor Ferrell resumed the Regular Meeting at 7:32 p.m.
Mayor Ferrell acknowledged and thanked King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer and
Representative Linda Kochmar for their attendance tonight.
a. Sound Transit Briefing on Final EIS for Federal Way Link Extension
Sound Transit Representative Cathal Ridge gave a succinct update to Council regarding the final EIS
and the current timelines for Federal Way Link Extension. He noted public comment is welcome until
December 19. Next Steps will include beginning Right -of -Way Acquisitions and relocation. He
displayed renderings of station concepts and preferred alternative access. He discussed concerns
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with elevated options and trenching options at the 272nd Station. In conclusion he noted preliminary
design including proposed improvements and estimated costs are nearly complete; Environmental
Process with impacts and mitigation is also nearly complete. The Term Sheet which outlines
standards /code requirements; permit review process and staff needs is yet to be completed.
b. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Introduction of Yarden Weidenfeld, Senior Policy Advisor and Mayor's
Office Reorganization
Mayor Ferrell welcomed and introduced Mr. Yarden Weidenfeld who will be a Senior Policy Advisor
working on special projects on behalf of the Mayor's Office. Mr. Weidenfeld greeted Council and
briefly reviewed his background and his excitement to serve the citizens of Federal Way. The Mayor
also reported additional changes in his office including Steve McNey transitioning into the Senior
Advisor Role and Kathy Arndt as the Office Manager.
• Holiday Tree Lighting at Town Square Park
Parks Director John Hutton gave a brief report on the Holiday Tree Lighting Event held on December
3. He was pleased the event was well attended even in the very cold weather. Also attending were
Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as a few live reindeer. He thanked the many sponsors, community
groups and the local performers and children's choirs who made the event magical for all who
attended.
• Performing Arts and Event Center Update
Executive Director Theresa Yvonne was proud to introduce her first employee, Operations Manager
Ms. Marlette Buchanan. Ms. Buchanan thanked Council and noted she is thrilled and excited to be a
part of this project in Federal Way. Ms. Yvonne also highlighted the mockup version of the theatre
seats which are on display in Chambers. She reminded everyone of the ongoing seat campaign with
donation levels of $1,000 to $2,500 to have a plaque on a seat. She also played a short video which
depicted areal views of the expanding project.
• Inclement Weather Report — Snow /Ice
Public Works Director Marwan Salloum gave a brief update on the city's severe winter weather
readiness for snow and ice; windstorms, and flooding. Change in operation from past years includes
utilizing salt brine mixer to manufacture brine at the maintenance yard; the brine is applied to the
roadway and there is no longer a reliance on calcium chloride.
Mr. Salloum noted the program includes plowing and applying of the brine in accordance with priority
levels which include:
• Primary Routes — All major and minor arterials
• Secondary Routes — all collector streets
• Residential Streets
Planned routes are designed to obtain maximum equipment utilization and highest level of service.
The most effective outcome is to follow the pre - planned routes. The city does not treat or plow private
streets, parking lots or driveways.
Councilmember Duclos commended Mr. Salloum and his staff for their outstanding efforts every
year during inclement weather.
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• City Council Regular Meeting Cancellation — December 20
Mayor Ferrell noted following in tradition, the Council took action to cancel the December 20 Regular
Meeting to allow for Council and staff vacation time during the holidays.
Mayor Ferrell briefly encouraged citizens to attend the 3rd Annual Bonsai Solstice on December 18 at
the Pacific Bonsai Museum.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Mary Ellen Stone with King County Sexual Assault Resource Center requested additional money be
allocated her organization to continue the level of service they have been providing.
Joann Piquette with the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts provided their December report:
$923,960.33 raised and collected with $37,988.08 committed and not yet received. Only and
additional $38,000 is required to meet their $1 million goal.
Walt Brooks provided written comments which were read by Mayor Ferrell regarding ST3 and ST1.
Roger Flyqare submitted written comments which were read into the record by the City Clerk
regarding the recruitment of a regional medical care and research campus for the former corporate
headquarters of Weyerhaeuser.
Bob Woolley indicated that he has been waiting too long for a response from the City Council
regarding Lake Jeane and he is ready to engage.
Ron Beckerdite expressed his appreciation to Councilmember Maloney, spoke regarding the process
of the zoning of the former Weyerhaeuser Property and stated he is against the current proposed
development.
Leah Boehm Brady spoke in regards to High Point Uptown Square and requested changes be made
to the code to protect neighborhoods.
Mark Brady thanked Councilmember Maloney for her service and provided additional information
regarding High Point and the appeal made by the citizens regarding the cleanup.
Betty Taylor shared that she will be making leis for the homeless which will contain lotion, soap,
toothpaste, and other toiletries; she is taking donations in hopes of making 100 leis.
Mayor Ferrell stated anyone can contact his office and donations made will go to help build
the leis.
Dana Hollaway read the portions of the City of Federal Way Comprehensive Plan regarding its
purpose and the purpose of long range planning.
TaShawna Nash, Committee Chair for Save Weyerhaeuser Campus, shared the vision and purpose
of their group.
Debra Hansen shared that for the past two years she has been working with other residents to obtain
the undeveloped land on North Lake for a conservancy. She requested the city's support and financial
commitment.
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Richard Pierson thanked Councilmember Maloney for her service. He seconded Ms. Hanson's
comments above and thanked the city for their time thus far. He also requested financial support from
the city.
Cindy Flanagan provided written comments which were read into the record by the City Clerk
requesting the City Council pass a resolution to support conservation of the Northlake Watershed.
Norma Blanchard stated that the city needs term limits and distributed paperwork.
Lori Sechrist spoke regarding the interpretation of the zoning on the former Weyerhaeuser property
noting conflicting interpretations and requested a formal interpretation.
Danielle "Dan" Wise with Catholic Community Services reported the Day Shelter is open and already
had their first visitors. She invited the Mayor and Councilmembers to visit and looks forward to the
partnership in the future.
June Cleary shared her support of the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus and a moratorium on the CP -1
zone. She also supports the multi - family housing moratorium (agenda item 8c).
Peggy Maze Johnson has been involved in Human Services and is concerned for the homeless and
lack of shelter available. She proposed opening empty businesses to shelter homeless people.
Julie Cleary indicated she would like to see an analysis on the full 430 acres property instead of
piecemeal. She shared that ten properties within the city have applied to have their properties
rezoned to multifamily. She also questioned when a lead attorney will be hired.
Mayor Ferrell shared that a recruiter has been on site and that Acting City Attorneys Mark
Orthmann and Ryan Call have done a phenomenal job.
Tom Messmer thanked the City Council for canceling the meeting on the twentieth. He has been
researching and learning about the Olympic Pipeline and is not taking it casually. He shared that there
is no redirecting of the drainage taking place other than the storm water retention pond.
Dr. Michael Brown shared from the 1994 Concomitant Agreement as well as the Vision 2040 Plan and
requested the city provide a written interpretation regarding what is meant by maintaining unique
natural feature, preserving open spaces, and maintaining character of campus.
Tracie Manolides provided written comments which were read into the record by the City Clerk
regarding quotes from a February 2, 2016 article Commercial Property Executive.
Suzanne Vargo noted the number of times the Planning Commissions canceled their commission
meetings, the increase of Executive Sessions called by the City Council since 2015, and asked what
is meant by "approval of minutes" as well as other questions.
Jerry Graham requested a moratorium.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: November 9, 2016 Special Meeting and November 15, 2016 Regular Meeting
b. Monthly Financial Report — October 2016
c. Vouchers — October 2016
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d RESOLUTION: 2017 Fee Schedule
e. Performing Arts and Event Center Orchestra Shell — Authorization to Bid
f. Reimbursement for Prior Purchase of Right of Way for Grand Staircase (north side of
S 316th St at 21St Ave S)
Councilmember Honda pulled item (f)/ Reimbursement for Prior Purchase of Right of Way for
Grand Staircase (north side of S 316th St at 21St Ave S)
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -E AS
PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. 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
Item (f)/ Reimbursement for Prior Purchase of Right of Way for Grand Staircase (north side of S
316th St at 21st Ave S)
Councilmember Honda stated she will not be supporting this item and the use of LIFT funds.
Councilmember Koppang asked for brief clarification as he understood this to be a reimbursement for
a prior purchase through the LIFT funding mechanism which will expire at the end of 2016. Deputy
Public Works Director EJ Walsh spoke to the question and confirmed this is a reimbursement through
the LIFT funds and the city's expenditure has already been fulfilled; no additional funds are required.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEM (F) /REIMBURSEMENT FOR PRIOR
PURCHASE OF RIGHT -OF -WAY FOR GRAND STAIRCASE; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS
SECOND. The motion passed 6 -1; Honda dissenting.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda no
6. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Multi - Family Housing Moratorium Extension
At 9:26 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the Public Hearing.
• Staff Report — Brian Davis, Community Development Director
Community Development Director Brian Davis spoke briefly to this item and noted while the intention
was to only have one 6 -month moratorium, due to staffing levels and key staff leaving for other
positions, he is currently requesting an additional 6 -month moratorium to complete the work and
research needed to make a full recommendation. He noted to accomplish this, he has reassigned and
reallocated projects and workloads to ensure this is completed in a timely manner and within the
timeframe.
Councilmembers were very concerned this was not completed within the original 6 months and asked
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various clarifying questions of Mr. Davis. Councilmember Honda asked if the extension could be less
than 6 months.
Mr. Davis noted due to timelines of meetings dates to get this through the process of the Planning
Commission to the Council Committee and to the Council as a whole, he is already working a shorter
timeline than what it appears.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson and Councilmember Moore stated they would not be supporting this
Ordinance (when presented later in the agenda) as they believe it could hurt families and those who
are seeking low income and affordable housing.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Tim Burns shared concerns over the process of the moratorium; he opposes suspending the Council
Rules of Procedure regarding first and second reading taking place in the same meeting. He feels
the rule should be followed as approved.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; COUNCILMEMBER
DUCLOS SECOND. 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
DEPUTY MAYOR MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES TO ALLOW THE MEETING TO
CONTINUE PAST THE HOUR OF 10:00 P.M.; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. 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
At 9:48 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be taking a brief recess for approximately
ten (10) minutes. The Mayor reconvened the meeting at 10:02 p.m.
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Authorizing the Finance Director to Certify the Levy to the County Legislators
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola, noted this is a standard process every year. He stated the updated
form was submitted to the Council for review and is an estimate until it is finalized at the end of the
month.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO CERTIFY
THE 2017 TAX LEVY TO THE COUNTY; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND. 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
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b. Community Center Pool Chemical Vendor Contract
Aquatics Coordinator Craig Feldman discussed the chemical contract stating this contact ensures
continued delivery of safe and balanced water to the Federal Way Community Center. He noted this
process is better for the environment and saves water, heat and chemical costs.
Councilmember Honda thanked Mr. Feldman for the report, and is pleased with how much of an
improvement this filter system is to the Community Center and those that use the pools.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2017 COMMUNITY CENTER POOL
CHEMICAL GOODS AND SERVICES AGREEMENT TOTALING $50,000 IN COMPENSATION AND
AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE
SECOND. 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. 2017 -2018 Human Services General Fund Grants — Funding Recommendations
Community Services Manager Jeff Watson presented the 2017 -2018 Human Services General Fund
Grant — Funding Recommendations. Mr. Watson noted the funding is for 2017 -2018 with total
requests received prior to the deadline of $1,164,725 for 83 total applications.
He reported the Human Services Commission met to review and evaluate the applications based on
the four criteria:
• Basic Human Services Needs
• Individual and Community Safety
• Development of a Comprehensive Human Services Network & Services for
Persons with Special Needs, and
• Support Low - Income Families with Children
Basic Human Services Needs must have minimum 37% of total Human Services General Fund.
Mr. Watson reported the Human Services Commission brought forward the following recommendation
to fund the HSGF in the aggregate amount of $516,000 each year for 2017 & 2018. The individual
grant amounts shall be subject to the contingency that, should funding for the Human Services
General Fund Grants be either greater or lesser than the anticipated budget amount, there shall be a
pro -rata adjustment to all grants, except for those that would result in a grant amount less that $3,000.
Additionally, the Commission recommends the City Council approve the request from Catholic
Community Services for the Day Center for 2018 in addition to the normal grants, which would result
in a total of $591,000 for 2018.
Following Council Committee discussion, it was suggested and agreed to not fund the $75,000 for the
Day Center at this point and leave the request open for a year for reconsideration.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Watson for his presentation and asked various clarifying questions
regarding his presentation. Discussion continued regarding Auburn Youth Resources not receiving
funding. Councilmembers agreed there is a need for a youth program and would like staff to reach out
to Auburn Youth Resources and any other agencies who work with Youth homeless for our
community.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL FUND
GRANT RECOMMENDATIONS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FINANCE, ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, INCLUDING NO 2018 FUNDING FOR THE
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DAY CENTER; 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
d. 2017 State Legislative Priorities
Senior Advisor Steve McNey gave a brief presentation on the 2017 Legislative Priorities which
include the following topics:
• Law Enforcement — Safe City cameras /new and replace aging equipment
• Transportation - City Center Access Project — 324th and City Center Access.
• Community Development- in coordination with community partners, addressing opiate
addiction and homelessness
• Performing Arts and Event Center- capital ask for funding the kitchen upgrades
• Public Records Reform — public records act reform from abusive requests
• University Initiative — locate a downtown university campus in Federal Way
• Public Health — investment in public health and fund basic public health
• Adjust the property tax cap- adjusting property tax cap
• Education — work with and support needs of the school district
Councilmembers thanked Mr. McNey for his presentation. Council discussion centered on specifically
addressing "opiate addiction" under the Community Development section and including feedback
from the school district; Council consensus was to amend both sections.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson lost connection at 10:54pm.
Councilmember Maloney requested more information on the Marchmen Act coming out of Florida.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2017 CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AS AMENDED; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion
passed unanimously 6 -0 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson no vote Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
At 11:14 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced a brief recess to reconnect with Councilmember Assefa-
Dawson who is participating via phone. Councilmember Assefa- Dawson was quickly reconnected
the Mayor reconvened the meeting.
8. ORDINANCES
First Reading /Introduction
a. Council Bill #716 — Proposed Washington State Parks and Recreation (Dash
Point State Park) Sewer Line and Park Utilities Franchise
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, granting Washington State Parks and
Recreation, a nonexclusive franchise to occupy rights -of -way of the City of Federal Way,
Washington, within the specified franchise area for the purposes of constructing, maintaining,
repairing, operating, and removing gravity sewer lines, and other utilities, with all connections
and appurtenances thereto, for State Park purposes within and through the City of Federal Way.
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Public Works Deputy Director Desiree Winkler briefed the Council on this proposed ordinance. Ms.
Winkler noted Washington State Parks and Recreation had a non - exclusive Franchise Ordinance for
operating and maintaining a sewer line and other park utilities within certain rights -of -way which
expired on July 24, 2016. This new Franchise Ordinance allows continued operation and maintenance
of the park utilities.
The City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JANUARY 3, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND. 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
First & Second Reading /Enactment
b. Council Bill #714 - 2015 -2016 Biennial Budget Amendment
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to the 2015 -2016 Biennial
Budget. (Amending Ordinance Nos. 14 -781, 15 -786, 15 -809, and 16 -819)
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola stated the budget amendment for 2015 -2016 has to be approved prior
to the end year. He gave a brief overview of the proposed changes in the budget.
The General Fund Changes Include:
• Lakehaven Fire Hydrant Maintenance & Streetlight Electricity - $419K
• Day Shelter Services (Grant from Department of Commerce) - $100K
• Police Department Retro Pay, Vacation Payout, & Pay Increase for
remaining payroll - $321K
• Building M &O for fence at City Hall Police parking lot - $6K
Federal Way Community Center Fund:
• Security Cameras - $9K
• Increase in Temporary Help - $35K
• Repair & Maintenance Supplies - $10K
• Bad Debt Expense - $52K
• Funded out of Utility Tax - $68K
Traffic Safety Fund:
• Safety Cameras - $123K
• Police Department Retro Pay, Vacation Payout, & Pay Increase for
remaining payroll - $33K
Real Estate Excise Tax Fund:
• Transfer out to Transportation CIP S 352nd Extension from SR99 to
SR161 Project $221K
Utility Tax Proposition 1 Fund:
• Police Department Retro Pay, Vacation Payout, & Pay Increase for
remaining payroll - $47K
Debt Service Fund:
• Debt Service Fees - $3K
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Dumas Bay Centre Fund: (total $167K offset by increase in revenue of $274K)
• Temporary Help - $46K
• Other Operating Supplies - $4K
• Food & Beverage Supplies - $56K
• Repairs & Maintenance Services - $24K
• Carpet Replacement - $14K
• HVAC Work - $3K
• Centerstage Theatre Management & Operations Increase $20K
Fleet & Equipment Fund:
• 6 Community Development Vehicles - $174K (funded by reserves)
Building & Furnishings Fund:
• Fence for City Hall Parking Lot - $6K
Health Insurance Fund:
• Prescription Services, Medical Services, Insurance Stop Loss, &
Professional Services - $1.4M (offset by increased revenues)
He reviewed the reorganization of the Mayor's Office including eliminating the Executive Assistant;
Chief of Staff and Outreach Coordinator positions; increasing the Executive Assistant to Council
salary; and adding a Senior Policy Advisor, Senior Advisor to the Mayor, and Office Manager position.
These changes are a annual savings of $19,080.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Ariwoola for the presentation and asked clarifying questions on the
changes in the budget and the specific changes in the Mayor's Office.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO SUSPEND CITY COUNCIL RULE 2.2(8) TO ALLOW
FIRST AND ENACTMENT OF THE ORDINANCE IN ONE 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
The City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015 -2016 BIENNIAL BUDGET; COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY
SECOND. 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. Council Bill #715 — Multi - Family Housing Extension of Moratorium
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to the 2015 -2016 Biennial
Budget (Amending Ordinance Nos 14 -781, 15 -786, 15 -809, and 16 -819)
Community Development Director Brian Davis noted he gave his presentation earlier this evening
under the Public Hearing portion of the agenda. Councilmembers encouraged Mr. Davis to keep
them informed on the progress of this project.
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COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED TO SUSPEND CITY COUNCIL RULES 2.2(8) TO ALLOW
FIRST READING AND ENACTMENT OF THE ORDINANCE IN ONE MEETING; COUNCILMEMBER
KOPPANG SECOND. The motion passed 5 -2; Assefa- Dawson and Moore dissenting.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson no Councilmember Moore no
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY MOVED APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED
ORDINANCE RENEWING A MORATORIUM ON THE EXPANSION OR CREATION OF MULTI-
FAMILY HOUSING FOR AN ADDITIONAL SIX MONTHS; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG
SECOND. The motion passed 5 -2; Assefa- Dawson and Moore dissenting.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson no Councilmember Moore no
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Second Reading /Enactment
d. Council Bill #7111 2017 -2018 Biennial Budget
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to budgets and finance,
adopting the 2017 -2018 Biennial Budget.
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola noted the proposed budget and adjustments are as a result of the
budget deliberations on November 15, 2016. He also reviewed the funding of the nine (9) Police
Officer positions. The Officers will be hired when there are adequate revenues to support the
positions which are anticipated to be after July 2017. A total of 4 officers projected for 2017 and 5
additional officers in 2018.
Debt service will be increased $935K in 2017 for SCORE; and $934K in 2018. These adjustments will
be funded by SCORE excess revenue. Mr. Ariwoola reviewed the graph which breaks down each
fund including Special Revenue Funds; Capital Project Funds; Enterprise Funds; and Internal Service
Funds.
He noted the change in positions discussed in the 2016 Budget Amendment will carry over to the
2017 -2018 Budget and will be subject to any COLA increase.
In response to Councilmembers questions, Mayor Ferrell noted the position changes in his office
would not be subject to the COLA, as they just received increases.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS
AMENDED ESTABLISHING THE 2017 -2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG
SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa - Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
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Councilmember Maloney
Councilmember Honda
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
yes
e. Council Bill #712/2017 Property Tax Levy
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to fixing the property tax
amount for the year 2017.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATED
TO THE 2017 PROPERTY TAX LEVY; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND. 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
f. Council Bill #713/ Adoption of the 2016 King County Washington Surface Water
Design Manual and the City of Federal Way Addendum to the King County
Surface Water Design Manual
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Federal Way, Washington, relating to National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System Phase II Permit Requirements; amending FWRC 16.20.010.
(Amending Ordinance Nos. 09 -630, 99 -352).
The City Clerk read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER MALONEY 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 yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Maloney yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson expressed appreciation to Councilmember Maloney for her
leadership and questions as well as to the IT Department for making it possible to participate in this
meeting remotely.
Councilmember Maloney indicated she had the chance to speak earlier in the evening thanked the
Mayor, Council, and staff for their work.
Councilmember Honda thanked Councilmember Maloney for her service to the community and
highlighted her strengths and accomplishments.
Councilmember Koppang shared that he looks forward to continuing to work with Councilmember
Maloney in whatever capacity the future brings. He also shared that he has made a full recovery and
appreciates the outpouring of support and concern.
Councilmember Moore expressed that he is in awe of the compassion and service provided by the
community and the city. He formally welcomed Mr. Weidenfeld to the city and is eager to work with
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him on developing policies. He appreciates all he learned from Councilmember Maloney and feels he
is a better councilmember having learned from her.
Councilmember Duclos shared her appreciation for Councilmember Maloney and her provocative
questions which helped the Council think outside the box. She also shared that she is looking forward
to the Legislative Breakfast.
Councilmember Honda announced the Soroptimist Club of Federal Way is conducting a drive for
mittens, gloves, and socks which will be given to the Multi- Service Center and the school district
based on their requests.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge announced the next Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting is scheduled
for December 14th at 8:00 a.m. She attended the Economic Development Council for King County as
well as a performance by the Federal Way Symphony. She also thanked Councilmember Maloney for
her dedication and work on the Council.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:57
p.m.
Attest:
ie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: o (- 0, -207
Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 13 of 13
December 6. 2016