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Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
June 20, 2017 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Jeanne Burbidge, Councilmember Lydia
Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember Bob Celski, Councilmember Susan Honda, Councilmember Mark
Koppang, Councilmember Martin Moore and Councilmember Dini Duclos.
City staff in attendance: City Attorney Ryan Call and City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A joint South King Fire and Rescue and Federal Way Police Department Honor Guard presented
the Colors and led the audience in the flag salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Council Proclamation: Honoring Lieutenant Vince Faranda, Deputy Fire Marshal
Following the Honor Guard, Mayor Ferrell read a Proclamation recognizing Friday,June 23 as"Vince
Faranda Day"and presented a city flag to the family of late South King Fire and Rescue's Lieutenant
and Deputy Fire Marshal Vince Faranda. The Mayor spoke of Mr. Faranda's character and his love for
working for the citizens of this community.
b. Recognition of South King Fire for Recent Significant Fire Response
Mayor Ferrell recognized members of the South King Fire and Rescue Fire Department who were in
attendance for their quick and heroic action during a recent commercial fire in downtown. The fire
destroyed one building in Center Plaza; the fire departments quick response contained the blaze to
the one building with minimal damage to other close structures. The Mayor and Council thanked the
department for their efforts.
c. Certificates of Recognition: Todd Beamer High School Boys 4A State Soccer
Champions
Councilmember Celski was pleased to be able to recognize and speak to the pride the community
shares with the 2017 Todd Beamer High School Boys 4A State Soccer Champions. He congratulated
the team and coaches and presented each player with a signed certificate of recognition on behalf of
the Mayor and City Council.
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d. Mayoral Proclamation: Honor Guards Day
Mayor Ferrell read and presented a Proclamation to the members of tonight's honor guard in
acknowledgement of National Honor Guards Day, and the important role the honor guard holds. He
thanked them for their service.
e. Fourth of July— Fireworks Enforcement Briefing
Deputy Chief Steve Neal gave a brief background on fireworks use in the city limits. He reminded
citizen that all fireworks are illegal and have been for the last 24 years. Public notification has been
ongoing through the department's social media and community outreach. He encouraged citizens to
call in using the non-emergency line and extra patrols will be throughout the city in the days leading
up to, and on the holiday itself(June 29- July 5). Deputy Chief also encouraged everyone to attend
the family friendly Red, White and Blues event at Celebration Park. He stated the non-emergency
phone number is 253-835-2121.
Councilmember Duclos also reminded everyone to be thoughtful of pets, as cats and dogs are
extremely sensitive to fireworks.
f. Joe's Creek Watershed — Data Analysis Report
Surface Water Manager Theresa Thurlow gave a presentation to Council regarding the Data Analysis
Report for Upper Joe's Creek Watershed Nutrient Reduction Study. The Washington Department of
Ecology Freshwater Algae Program Grant was awarded to the city in 2015. The purpose of the grant
was to generate credible and valuable surface and storm water quality and hydrologic data used to
identify, control, and reduce external surface and storm water sources of nutrients to the Twin Lakes
(Lake Lorene and Lake Jeane).
Ms. Thurlow outlined the background on this project which includes correspondence dating back to
late 2014 between the Twin Lake Homeowner's Association (TLHOA); the City of Federal Way; and
the Department of Ecology regarding concerns with blue-green algae issues on Lake Lorene.
She noted the next steps will include additional public outreach and education; engaging City of
Tacoma Water Quality Staff and King County Department of Health regarding these issues.Continue
to provide ongoing technical support for surface water issues while encouraging the managers of
Lake Lorene and Lake Jeane to evaluate and possibly have a lake restoration analysis developed.
Ms. Thurlow introduced Mr. Rob Zisette, of Herrera Environmental Consulting,who answered various
technical questions regarding ground water, surface water and the parameters of the study from the
Mayor and Council.
Senior Policy Advisor Yarden Weidenfeld reported on the status of ongoing litigation between eight
homeowners and the managers of the private lake regarding the presence of blue-green algae and
toxicity. A complete report and recommendation will be forthcoming on this issue.
Mayor Ferrell stated he is aware of individuals giving citizen comments on this issues he invited them
to speak at this time in the agenda.
Gary Darcy, noted he has reviewed the report and his comments. He bought his home on Lake
Lorene in 2008, and has problems with hazardous lake issues since that time. Since 2010 he has
been involved with the HOA in resolving these toxic issues.
Bob Woolley, noted he has been here for the last 18 months; he thanked Yarden Weidenfeld for
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being very thorough throughout the process, however he is waiting for the final report.
g. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• 24th Annual Red, White and Blues Festival —July 4 at Celebration Park
Parks Director John Hutton reported on the upcoming 24th Annual Red, White and Blues Festival at
Celebration Park on July 4th. The family friendly event begins at 4:00 p.m. with fireworks at dusk,
around 10:00 p.m. Mr. Hutton thanked the many sponsors who make this happen every year and
thanked his staff, South King Fire and Rescue, Federal Way Police Department and city
commissioners who work this event. Crowds are normally in excess of 20,000 people, with the very
popular and talented Spike and the Impalers as the headliners once again. This event is family
friendly with a safe and fun environment.
• Greater Federal Way IEMC Training — Emmitsburg, Maryland
Emergency Manager Ray Gross briefed the Council on FEMA training in Emmitsburg, Maryland in
August. The city was awarded this opportunity through a competitive process from county, city and
state agencies. This is the second time the City of Federal Way has been awarded this honor. He
noted there are approximately 70 individuals attending from the city, Lakehaven Utility District, School
District, Waste Management, South King Fire and Rescue and the Hospital. FEMA provides the
lodging and reimburses travel expenses. The course itself is an intense 4 days of group work and
tabletop exercise specific to a disaster situation in Federal Way. Mr. Gross noted the plan is to attend
the training and return with the emergency plans in place validated and relationships between the
agencies strengthened.
• Neighborhood Connection Meeting Recap
Mayor Ferrell reported the Neighborhood Connection Meeting held on June 14 at Decatur High
School was well attended with many thoughtful questions.
• Update on Federal Way University Initiative Meeting
He reported on the progress of the University Initiative. He attended a meeting this morning (6/20)
with representatives from the Federal Way School District, Highline College and the city,working on
potential class offerings for the branch campus.
• Report on Community Events
Mayor Ferrell also reported on various community events including: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony KBS
Washington (6/9); Flag Day Celebration(6/10);Cogent FW Data Center Grand Opening (6/15); Home
& Home Ribbon Cutting (6/16); Performing Arts & Event Center Press Conference (6/20); Miles for
Meso 5K walk/run (7/4); North Lake Parade (7/4). He also noted his attendance at the following
regional meetings: Chamber Quarterly Meeting (6/14); PSRC Meeting (6/22); Korean Community
Quarterly Update (6/22); SCA Board Meeting (6/28); SCORE Meeting (6/28)
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Lynne Long represents Friends of Camp Kilworth and asked the Mayor and Council to pass the
Historic Preservation Ordinance. She shared that Camp Killworth is 81 years old and preservation is a
must.
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Debra Hansen has observed changes in the community throughout her years as a resident. She
participated in a focus group to define the Downtown Federal Way and expressed her excitement to
see the downtown with the Performing Arts and Event Center, Town Square Park,transit center, and
the possible addition of a new hotel site. She shared her belief in balance between nature and
development indicating that the proposed preservation for 50 plus acres is perfect.
Dana Hollaway encouraged the Council to approve agenda item 8a for historic preservation. She
shared her concerns with the visual impact that the proposed elevated light rail track will have when
crossing over 320th. She hopes that it will be welcoming and not a concrete eye sore.
Mayor Ferrell asked Public Works Director Marwan Salloum to follow up with Ms. Holloway.
TaShawna Nash shared that King County recommended the North Lake Shoreline Property as
second priority for the King County Futures Grant. If awarded it would match the$1 million in Surface
Water Funds committed by the City of Federal Way. She thanked Council for their help and indicated
work must continue to secure this property for preservation.
Mark Greene shared his political background and concerns he has at both the state and city level. He
has formed the Revised Citizens Party and asked the citizens to give democracy a chance.
Mary Ehlis expressed support of the Historic Preservation Ordinance and is looking forward to
preserving properties such as Camp Kilworth, Weyerhaeuser, and others.
Suzanne Vargo requested a deer crossing on Weyerhaeuser Way South as well as preservation of
the East Branch of the Hylebos.
Julie Cleary has moved to Edgewood and came back share information received from Sound Transit
regarding their preferred locations for the future Operations and Maintenance Facility.
Cindy Flanagan with the Rainier Audubon Society spoke in favor of the Historic Preservation
Ordinance and indicate the need will increase for more protection and preservation.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: June 6, 2017 Regular and Special Meeting Minutes
b. Steel Lake Park to Downtown Trail Project- Bid Award
c. 2017 Surface Water Management Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Update
d. Submittal of Transportation Grant Application
e. Ballistic Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant
f. Amendment No. 1 to the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) Target Zero
Team (TZT) Interagency Funding
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A-F
AS PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER ASSFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed
unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
6. PUBLIC HEARING
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a. Resolution: 2018-2023 Transportation Improvement Plan
• Staff Report: Rick Perez, City Traffic Engineer
• Citizen Comments
• Council Discussion/Action
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 9:07 p.m.
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez gave a presentation regarding the 2018-2023 Transportation ortation
Improvement Plan and Arterial Street Improvement Plan. Mr. Perez noted the TIP outlines a 6-year
plan for transportation related capital projects. This plan is updated annually and is a requirement for
grant eligibility. A public hearing is a requirement for adoption.
Mr. Perez reviewed the new p r i oritization criteria and t he impacts of the changes. He highlighted the
completed projects(2016); removed projects; modified projects; and the new projects being added to
the plan. He noted the Mayor has recommended approval of resolution adopting the 2018-2023
Transportation Improvement Plan and Arterial Street Improvement Plan as presented.
Councilmember thanked Mr. Perez for this presentation and asked various clarifying questions.
Citizen Comment:
Dianna Noble Gulliford, (no citizen comment sheet) questioned the change regarding concurrency
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versus safety as a priority in the projects, and why the policy is changing. She asked if that was in
relation to new developments such as Sound Transit and other highly used roadways.
Mr. Perez explained the definition of concurrency and why the change was made in relation to the
comp plan.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2018-2023
TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND.The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2018 TO 2023 TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND ARTERIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN RESOLUTION;
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
b. First Amendment to the 2016 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Annual Action Plan
• Staff Report: Jeff Watson, Human Services Manager
• Citizen Comments
• Council Discussion/Action
Mayor opened the public hearing at 9:31 p.m.
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Human Services Manager Jeff Watson briefed Council on the First Amendment to the 2016
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. Mr. Watson noted the 2016
Annual Action Plan (AAP) was adopted by Council on June 7, 2016 and the DAWN Shelter
Renovation Projected which was recommended for funding by the Human Services Commission was
mistakenly omitted from the AAP. Staff has negotiated a contract for the project and initiated the
amendment process. No comments have been received on the project.
Mr. Watson noted this is a critical service for Federal Way residents; there is no domestic violence
shelter in Federal Way.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Watson for his presentation and asked clarifying questions regarding
the future of CDBG funding.
No citizen comment was received.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2017
PROGRAM YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE 2016
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN; COUNCILMEMBER
DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Sound Transit- City Services Agreement
Public Works Deputy Director EJ Walsh briefed Council on the proposed Sound Transit City Services
Agreement. He noted the agreement is for reimbursement of services performed. He clarified the city
is not paying Sound Transit for design work;this is purely reimbursement for the city staff time already
spent on the project.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10:00 P.M.;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
SOUND TRANSIT TO REIMBURSE THE CITY FOR COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FEDERAL
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WAY LINK EXTENSION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENT; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Walsh for his presentation and asked various additional questions
regarding this item.
The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
b. 2017-2018 Right-of-Way Landscape Maintenance Contract Bid Award
Public Works Deputy Director Desiree Winkler briefed Council on the 2017-2018 Right-of-Way
Landscape Contract Bid Award. Ms.Winkler noted the current contractor SMS(Superior Maintenance
Solutions, LLC) terminated their contact effective June 12, 2017. Three bids were received and
opened on June 7, 2017. The low bidder is Macmore, Inc. with a bid amount of$264,610.00 for 12
month period.
Ms. Winkler noted Macmore has been working as the subcontractor under the previous contact with
SMS; the city has been satisfied with their work.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO AWARD THE 2017 TO 2018 RIGHT-OF-WAY
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT TO MACMORE, INC.AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR
TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS; COUNCILMEMBER
ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
8. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill#726/Adding New Chapter 19.285 to FWRC for Historic
Preservation
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON RELATING TO THE
PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF LANDMARKS AND ADDING NEW CHAPTER 19.285
TO THE FEDERAL WAY REVISED CODE.
Senior Planner Dave Van DeWeghe gave a presentation on the proposed Historic Preservation
Ordinance. He noted the Planning Commission Work Program calls for the adoption of a Historic
Preservation Ordinance and application for Certified Local Government Status. Mr. Van DeWeghe
reviewed the sections and the process and criteria set up for designation, nomination, and review.
He reviewed the Interlocal partnership with King County Historic Preservation Program,and how it will
work cooperatively for the city. Currently twelve (12) other cities partner with King County. The
proposed ordinance came out of the Land Use/Transportation Committee with the following
recommendations:
• City staff review of nominations for conformance with the comprehensive plan;
• Mail public hearing notices to neighbors of nominated properties.
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Councilmembers thanked Mr. Van DeWeghe for his presentation and noted they are pleased to see
this happen. Preservation of the city's history and historic places are very important for future
generations. Council asked various questions about the nomination process, publically owned
property being nominated, and the nomination of a property which is not supported by the property
owner. Mr. Van DeWeghe and City Attorney Call responded to each question.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JULY 5, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
Second Reading
b. Council Bill #725/Zayo Franchise Ordinance Amendment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON AMENDING THE
NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE GRANTED TO ZAYO GROUP, LLC,TO OCCUPY RIGHTS-OF-
WAY OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,WASHINGTON,WITHIN THE SPECIFIED FRANCHISE
AREA FOR THE PURPOSES OF INSTALLING FIBER OPTIC NETWORK WITHIN AND
THROUGH THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY(AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS.13-738 AND NO.14-
773)
COUNCILMEMBER 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 yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson attended the Valley Civil Disturbance Training on June 10 and the
Public Issue Committee Meeting of Sound Cities Association on June 14. She would like Council to
consider inviting King County to come and present on the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services
Levy which will be on the ballot. She reported the Ethiopian Sports Federation of North America will
be in the area during the week of July 3 and she will be attending many events.
Councilmember Celski shared that the Neighborhood Connection meeting was well done and had
good attendance. He appreciated the dialogue and looks forward to additional meetings. He attended
the Performing Arts and Event Center(PAEC) Press Conference and expressed his excitement for
the grand opening.
Councilmember Honda celebrated Flag Day and thanked all who participated. She also attended and
was impressed by the PAEC Press Conference as well; she shared concerns regarding the cost of
the fundraising gala on September 9.
Councilmember Koppang was also present at the PAEC Press Conference and looks forward to the
August 19 opening which is free for the entire community. He attended a lot of ribbon cuttings which
are evidence of people believing and investing in Federal Way. He will be traveling to Vancouver for
the Association of Washington Cities(AWC)Conference and expects to provide a robust report next
meeting.
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Councilmember Moore had the opportunity to attend PAEC Press Conference. He attended the
Chamber of Commerce quarterly meeting and enjoys working with them to a build an economically
strong community. He met with the Black Student Union (BSU) at Thomas Jefferson High School and
is eager for ongoing communication.
Councilmember Duclos also attended Neighborhood Connection Meeting and the PAEC Press
Conference. She requested a study session to address concerns about next biennium budget and the
need for additional revenue sources to enable the continuation of the city's current level of service.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge noted the accomplishments of this meeting and thanked staff for their hard
work. She was pleased to attend the PAEC Press Conference and especially appreciated the live
entertainment. She indicated that there will be more ribbon cuttings this upcoming week and thanked
both staff and council members for helping this happen.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 10:42
p.m.
Attest:
St nie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: 0 1.05-2011
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