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Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 18, 2017 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:03 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
Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Ceremonial Swearing -In of Four New Police Officers
Police Chief Andy Hwang introduced and gave backgrounds on the four new officers recently hired
and being sworn in. Mayor Ferrell administered the Oath of Office to Officer Hilary Brehm (entry- level);
Officer Friedrich Jaeger (lateral); Officer Robert Bracco (lateral); and Officer Jae An (lateral). Mayor
Ferrell thanked and congratulated the officers.
b. Federal Way Hawks Jr. Football Team Recognition
Mayor Ferrell reported the Federal Way Hawks have a career record of 57 (wins) — 0 (losses) and will
be traveling to California to compete against two well -known teams. He presented each player, coach
and support member of the team with signed certificates of recognition from the Mayor and Council.
The coaches thanked the Mayor and Council for the recognition tonight, and noted the team has
ongoing fundraising efforts to fund the trip in August.
c. Proclamation: National Night Out — August 1
Councilmember Koppang read and presented the Proclamation to Betty Taylor. Ms. Taylor was
excited to announce the first year of a community National Night Out gathering at Town Square Park
(August 1) and thanked the many people including Councilmember Susan Honda for their role in
making her idea a reality. She encouraged residents who do not already have a neighborhood party to
attend, come to Town Square Park from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for entertainment, food, and fun.
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d. Proclamation: International Friendship Day — August 6
Councilmember Honda read and presented the International Friendship Day Proclamation. to Nick
Wilson. Mr. Wilson thanked the Mayor and Council for this proclamation and reminded everyone the
event is on August 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Town Square Park; he encouraged everyone to
come out and make a new friend.
e. Federal Way Day Center Update and Report — Community Services Manager Jeff
Watson
Community Services Manager Jeff Watson provided a memo to Council and a brief update regarding
the Federal Way Day Center and various performance measures. He noted the number of clients and
the number of Federal Way residents served has far exceeded expectations.
Projected -Q1 & Q2 Actual Jan -Jun 2017
• Federal Way residents served 50 395
• Number of visits 2400 4895
• Number of referrals 18 38
• Number of connections to
community partners 18 95
• Number of persons housed in shelters 24 13
• Number of persons permanently housed 12 9
• Number of persons with increased income 12 13
Mr. Watson also stated the facility which has been open for less than 9 months is run by Catholic
Community Services. In response to Council questions, he provided additional information regarding
the individuals being served and the level of involvement by the city.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Watson for the informative report and update.
f. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Performing Arts & Event Center Project Completion Report
Performing Arts & Event Center Project Manager EJ Walsh briefed Council on the building
construction. He noted the capital construction is complete. Crews are completing the punch list items
and startup work; completing the commissioning work; and completing LEED Certification, training,
project documentation and closeout work. Mr. Walsh emphasized the project was completed on time
and on budget.
He also highlighted that industry standard for government and school projects generally see and
average of 6.2% to a maximum 28.9% in change orders; and large buildings greater than $15 million
use a standard of 10 -15% contingency for change orders. The city budgeted a contingency of 7 %.
The Performing Arts & Event Center is at +1- 3.2% of original construction amount. Key changes
included provisions for future generator and solar capabilities; increase in tax rate from the passage
of ST3; over - excavation of bad native soils; and the installation of hearing loops in classrooms.
Prior to construction the following changes were authorized:
o Upgrade to Culinary Kitchen: $754,000
o Building design modifications for Culinary Institute: $86,000
o Orchestra Lift: $203,700
o Upgraded hearing loop: $45,000
Mr. Walsh concluded the presentation noting the project close out steps which will occur in the next
60 days. The final project acceptance will come before Council after that time for approval.
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• Grand Opening of the Performing Arts & Event Center — August 19
Performing Arts & Event Center Executive Director Theresa Yvonne was pleased to update Council
on the Ribbon Cutting and Community Opening Day scheduled for Saturday, August 19 at 11:00 a.m.
The facility will be open and free to the public with live entertainment, food and drink, and venue tours.
She reviewed the performances which are scheduled throughout the day by community groups and
resident artists.
She stated the Grand Opening fundraising performance on Saturday, September 9 at 8:00 p.m. will
be "Rain — A Tribute to the Beatles" which includes a dinner and show. Tickets are still available.
• National Night Out — August 1
Police Chief Andy Hwang reported on the National Night Out event on August 1. The Mayor,
Councilmembers and members of the Police Department will be visiting various neighborhood groups
and block parties on Tuesday, August 1 between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that promotes police- community
partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to
live. The goal is to enhance relationships between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing
back a sense of community. National Night Out provides a great opportunity to bring together police
and neighbors under positive circumstances.
Chief Hwang encouraged neighborhoods and Home Owners Associations (HOA) to contact the
Police Department to sign up for this event. Mayor Ferrell also noted there will also be the event at
Town Square Park that evening, as previously mentioned.
• August Council Meeting Schedule
Mayor Ferrell reminded everyone the next Council meeting is August 8 to accommodate the National
Night Out on August 1. He also noted the second meeting in August is canceled, as has been done
historically, to allow for vacation time for council and staff.
• Kiwanis Salmon Bake at Steel Lake Park
Mayor Ferrell reported the annual Kiwanis Salmon Bake at Steel Lake Park will be Friday, July 28
beginning at 4:00 p.m.; he encouraged everyone to attend this wonderful family friendly event.
• Town Square Park — Movies at the Park
Parks Director John Hutton announced the first summer movie will be in Town Square Park on
Saturday, July 29 beginning around 9:00 p.m. He thanked Woodstone Credit Union for sponsoring the
event which is widely popular with families. The 40 -foot screen will be showing the animated movie
"Sing "; free popcorn will also be given to attendees.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Nick Wilson thanked the Federal Way Police Officers who have helped him on various occasions.
Robert Coleman, a Federal Way resident, is concerned with high density housing projects in the city
which will increase traffic and congestion.
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Loren Neighbors spoke specifically on a requested rezone near his neighborhood. He clarified the
larger parcels were deliberately used as a buffer for the freeway noise. He is opposed to spot zoning
and Neighborhood Business in this area.
Lori Sechrist thanked Parks Department staffer Tony Collins who took time to tour and explore the
West Hylebos Park and surrounding areas with her. She feels more needs to be done to preserve this
important watershed, and is asking the city to partner with neighboring jurisdictions and expand the
protection of the the sensitive areas.
Doug Ostbye is a motorcycle owner and is concerned with dangerous drivers. He would like to see
more enforcement.
Mayor Ferrell spoke regarding new legislation regarding distracted driving and asked City
Attorney Call to give an update at the next meeting regarding this new law.
Debra Hansen thanked the Mayor and Council who attended the North Lake Fourth of July parade.
She commented on history of the "glue house" on the Weyerhaeuser property which she feels is a
significant landmark for conservancy on the west shoreline of North Lake. She feels this house meets
the historical landmark criteria.
Mark Greene stated relief is on the way for Federal Way residents, as America faces a cross roads
and feels there needs to be a change.
Mayor Ferrell interjected, reminding citizens they cannot make political statements or
campaign from the podium or City Hall.
Suzanne Vargo spoke regarding the area of south 360th and Enchanted Parkway where a double
hairpin curve is located. She stated although this area is maintained by King County, she would like
the city bring attention to this safety concern which effects drivers, pedestrians, and first responders
who maneuver this road.
Chuck Wolber, spoke in concern over a proposed zoning change (Lakota request) near his property,
and concerned with the potential impacts a zoning change could bring to the area. He urges Council
to reject this proposal and he feels this will become a larger real estate transaction over 27 acres.
Don Everly Smith stated while he is no longer a resident of Lake Jeanne, he is still in support of his
friends who live on the lake. He encouraged the Mayor and Council to attend National Night Out at
Mirror Lake where he will have his special blue green beverages by popular demand.
Jackie Neither spoke in support of a rezone request in the Milton Road area, she feels the applicants
watched as properties around them were redeveloped and she feels the increase in people moving to
the city with the addition of light rail and other infrastructure will demand more high density
neighborhoods.
Mayor Ferrell asked Community Development Director Brian Davis to comment on what is
before Council tonight. Mr. Davis noted this is the beginning of the process of taking
applications in and the initial overview. If approved tonight, staff will begin to research each
request for further recommendations. Tonight is a preliminary review and not an approval of a
zoning change.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: July 5, 2017 Regular and Special Meetings
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b. Green Gables NTS '16 — SW 329th Way (Hoyt Rd SW to 51st Place SW) PULLED
AND APPROVED SEPARATELY
c. Acceptance of Grant Funding for the LED Street Light Conversion Project
d. Submittal of Transportation Grant Applications
e. Authorization to apply for Department of Ecology Terry Husseman Account (THA)Grant
f. Reciprocal Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Use Agreement between the cities of
Auburn, Federal Way, and Kent
g. Interlocal Cooperative Agreement for the Creation of the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task
Force (PSATT)
h. MacDonald - Miller Facility Solutions Retainage Release
i. Fourth Amendment to the MacDonald Miller Energy Performance Agreement
Councilmember Honda pulled item b. Green Gables NTS '16 — SW 329th Way (Hoyt Rd SW to
51st Place SW).
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A, C —
1; 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
Councilmember Honda asked clarifying questions which Mr. Preston addressed, noting the intention
is to slow traffic in this area, not stop it.
COUNCILMEMBER HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM B AS
PRESENTED; 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
6. PUBLIC HEARING
At 8:55 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the Public Hearing.
a. Selection Process — 2017 Amendments to the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan (FWCP)
Planning Manager Doc Hanson, gave a brief overview of this review process. He noted the decision
before Council tonight is not approval of the requests; it is the fulfillment of a code requirement for
Council to authorize staff to continue the process and research the requests for future consideration.
Following tonight's public hearing the site specific requests will be reviewed by staff and then brought
to a public hearing before the Planning Commission in September. Recommendations will be
forwarded to the Land Use /Transportation Committee; before they are brought to full Council in late
Fall for final adoption.
Principal Planner Margaret Clark reviewed the selection process as outlined in FWRC 19.80.080
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and the criteria used to analyze the requests (FWRC 19.80.140 & 19.80.150). She noted the city
received a total of thirteen (13) requests; with two (2) requests (Request #1 & Request #4) being
withdrawn by the applicant.
The following requests were presented and discussed in detail by Ms. Clark:
Request #1 - WITHDRAWN
Request #2 — Lakota
Site: 3.09 acres located south of 21St PI SW & north of SW Dash Point Rd
Existing Use: Vacant Land
Existing Designation: Professional Office (PO)
Requested Designation: Neighborhood Business (BN)
Request #3 — Puget Center
Site: 4.03 acres located north of S 312th St & east of 1st Ave S
Existing Use: Vacant Land
Existing Designation: Neighborhood Business (BN)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density (RS 7.2)
Request #4 - WITHDRAWN
Request #5 - Campbell
Site: 5.0 acres located west of 8th Ave between S 373rd St & S 376th St
Existing Use: Single Family House
Existing Designation: Single Family Low Density (SE)
Requested Designation: Single Family Medium Density (RS 35.0)
Request #6 — Shelter Resources Park and Ride TOD
Site: 5.0 acres located south of S 276th St & east of Pacific Hwy S
Existing Use: Vacant Land
Existing Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 7.2)
Requested Designation: Multi - Family (RM 1800)
Request #7 — Dematteis /Gabrielson
Site: 2.0 acres located south of S 320th St & west of 21st Ave SW
Existing Use: Vacant Land
Existing Designation: Professional Office (PO)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 5.0)
Ms. Clark noted all of the remaining requests ( #8- #13) are located in the same vicinity.
Request #8 - Johnson
Site: 0.44 acres located north & west of Milton Rd S
Existing Use: Single Family house
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 7.2)
Request #9 - Neether
Site: 2.66 acres located east of Milton Rd S
Existing Use: Two single family houses
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 5.0)
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Request #10 - Otteson
Site: 4.18 acres located north and west of Milton Rd S & south of 1 -5
Existing Use: Single family house and vacant land
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 7.2)
Request #11 - Beard
Site: 1.52 acres located south of Milton Rd S
Existing Use: Three Single Family Houses
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 7.2)
Request #12 - Ellingson
Site: 13.38 acres east of Milton Rd S & north of S 376th St
Existing Use: Two Single Family Houses and Vacant Land
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 5.0)
Request #13 - Dararak
Site: 2.4 acres located south of Milton Rd S
Existing Use: Single Family House
Existing Designation: Single Family Medium Density Residential (RS 35.0)
Requested Designation: Single Family High Density Residential (RS 7.2)
In conclusion of her presentation, Ms. Clark noted at this time, these requests are recommended to
continue in the process to the review stage.
Councilmembers thanked Ms. Clark for her thorough presentation including the information in the
Council packet. They asked various clarifying questions regarding individual requests. Ms. Clark
noted there were additional homeowners in the vicinity of requests #8-#13 which missed the deadline
for submittal; Councilmembers inquired into allowing those applications to be considered at the same
time.
Applicant Len Brannen (no comment sheet) with Shelter Resources responded to questions from
Councilmember Duclos regarding request #6. He noted the project for this area would be a quality
project with 130 units on the 5 acres; he was open to discussing options with the single family resident
adjacent to the specific property.
Additional questions were asked regarding Request #2 — Lakota concerning the sensitive areas on
the property and the concerns by the property owner over development cost. Ms. Clark restated the
public will be notified two more times in this process for the SEPA and the Planning Commission
Public Hearing.
Councilmember Moore stated he is concerned and would like more information regarding some of
these requests.
Public Hearing Citizen Comment
Claudette Hughes Arnette expressed appreciation for the notice given and her concerns about
potential rezones and the impact they will have on an already busy roadway (376th)
Kathy Walton spoke regarding the possible rezones on S. 376th St and Milton Road. The potential for
high density is a concern due to increased traffic and the impact on schools. She urged Council and
staff to study these extremely carefully.
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Robert Coleman shared his findings from the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan which shows S.
376th St as a collector street and already is shown on the map as punched through. He is concerned
that no studies or noticing were done.
Public Works Director Marwan Salloum indicated that the Comprehensive Plan is formulated
on potential future development. If the development does not occur, then the proposals would
not move forward.
DEPUTY MAYOR 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
Mark Spaur shared concerns about proposal numbers 8 through 13 and shared history regarding past
development in the area.
Letter read into the record from Shannon Neighbors regarding potential rezoning along Milton Road /I-
5 Corridor.
Letter read into the record from Judy Zurilgen regarding proposed Lakota Area Rezone.
Letter read into the record from Cary Stanton regarding the large number of rezone requests and their
potential impact to the city.
Suzanne Vargo shared concerns specific to the proposed Lakota Area Rezone, Regence Woods, and
Gethsemane Cemetery.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; 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 TO FORWARD FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION THE
ELEVEN (11) CITIZEN INITIATED SITE - SPECIFIC COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
REQUESTS PRESENTED TONIGHT AND FURTHER INSTRUCT STAFF TO INCLUDE
NEIGHBORING PROPERTIES IN THE VICINITY OF REQUESTS #8 - #13, SHOULD THE
PROPERTY OWNER SO DESIRE; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA - DAWSON. The
motion passed 6 -1 as follows, Moore dissenting:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore no
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
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Councilmember Assefa- Dawson attended the Boys and Girls Club Benefit Breakfast. She also shared
she was appointed to the Communities of Opportunities Best Starts for Kids Advisory Board and is
looking forward being able to serve in this capacity.
Councilmember Celski enjoyed Town Square Park over the weekend with his grandchildren and was
impressed. He also attended the Boys and Girls Club Benefit Breakfast and will attend the Kiwanis
Salmon Bake on July 28. He announced the FUSION Boutique will be happening soon and the next
Land Use and Transportation Committee (LUTC) Meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 7 at 5:00
p.m.
Councilmember Honda thanked Public Works Director Marwan Salloum for the fix on 1St Avenue S.
She shared information about the National Night Out Event being planned for Town Square Park
which will include food and entertainment. The Salmon Bake will occur rain or shine at Steel Lake
Park and will include an auction. Port Commissioner John Creighton came to Federal Way to listen to
citizens concerned about airport noise.
Councilmember Koppang has been on vacation and is happy to be back. He attended the Boys and
Girls Club fundraiser and is very proud to be on the board of that organization. He will also attend the
Salmon Bake which is one of his favorite events of the year.
Councilmember Moore indicated he will also be attending the Salmon Bake. He is pleased with the
report on the Federal Way Day Center and looks forward to the implementation of additional
performance measures. He understands a contract was signed by Casey Treat, Pastor at Christian
Faith Center; he is grateful to him for opening their doors to the Federal Way Community Caregivers.
He also thanked those in attendance tonight and indicated he is concerned with the unknowns on the
Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
Councilmember Duclos shared her excitement in regards to the Performing Arts and Event Center
(PAEC) that is both on time and in budget. She is eager to attend the performances as well as see it
light up the downtown. She visits Town Square Park weekly and thinks it is one of the greatest things
they have done in recent years. She announced the Finance, Economic Development and Regional
Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) is meeting Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge expressed her enthusiasm for the PAEC and congratulated Councilmember
Assefa- Dawson on her appointment to the Best Starts for Kids Advisory Board. She also attended the
Boys and Girls Club fundraiser which is an organization she believes deserves the support of the
community. She appreciated the report on the Day Center and their outstanding efforts. She is looking
forward to National Night Out. She attended the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBd)
Meeting and there were great presentations as well discussion of funding to the gas tax.
8. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 10:21
p.m.
Attest:
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City Clerk
Approved by Council: 08 -XXVI
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