Council MIN 11-01-2017 RegularCITY OF
•„_„ Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
November 7, 2017 — 6:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:04 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. Arts Alive Presentation
Arts Commission Chair Daniel Hershman updated Council on the Juried Art Show which runs
September 13 through January 2. This year's show included 23 artists and 42 pieces of artwork
competing for three awards.
He announced and congratulated the following: People's Choice Award ($100) — Mr. Doug Early
"Reflections ", Commission's Choice ($150) — Ms. Anita Corby "A Boy and His Pal "; and Juror's
Choice ($200 and a one - person exhibit in 2018) — Ms. Kathy Gidley Newby "White Knight ".
Commissioner Hershmann thanked all of the artists who participated in the show this year.
b. Proclamation: USA Diving Day — November 8
Deputy Mayor Burbidge read and presented the proclamation to Economic Development
Director Tim Johnson. He thanked the Mayor and Council and noted the Olympic Committee
would be in town November 9 to tour the facilities. The Olympic Dive Trails are a large national
event for the city and the region. Mr. Johnson ran a short video the city put together to showcase
Federal Way.
The Mayor and Council thanked Mr. Johnson for all his hard work and agreed the city is very
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excited to be in the running to host these events as done in the past.
c. Certificate of Appointment — Youth Commission
Councilmember Koppang read the certificate of appointment for Justin Filfred, who was
appointed to the Youth Commission. Mr. Filfred was not in attendance; his certificate will be
provided via the mail.
d. Certificate of Appointment — Ethics Board
Deputy Mayor read and presented the certificate of appointment to Tony Pagliocco. Mr.
Pagliocco thanked the council for this honor and looks forward to working hard for the city in this
capacity.
e. Certificate of Appointment — Planning Commission
Councilmember Celski read and presented the certificate of appointment to Lawson Bronson
who has been appointed to serve another term on the Planning Commission. Councilmember
Celski thanked Mr. Bronson for his hard work over the years. Mr. Bronson thanked the Mayor
and Council for allowing him to continue to serve on the commission; he appreciates the
opportunity.
f. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
Mayor Ferrell reported on multiple events in the community including the the Veterans
celebration this Saturday at Todd Beamer High School which begins at 3:00 p.m.; the State of
Education Address was held on November 1; Dr. Campbell did phenomenal job with the
presentation of "Great Schools Mean a Great City ".
He also noted upcoming events such as the Federal Way Caregiving Networks "Souper Supper"
at Christian Faith Center on November 9; and the Annual Community Holiday Tree Lighting
celebration at Town Square Park on Saturday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m. Parks Department staff
are currently working to install 20,000 lights on the living Christmas tree.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Bob Woolley stated that he is leaving the Lake Jeane issue in the hands of City Council after the
work process he and Policy Advisor Yarden Weidenfeld have completed. He asked the Mayor
and Council to read his article which will be published in the Federal Way Mirror.
Peter Zimmerman, caretaker for Camp Kilworth for the last three years, shared that without
power the buildings at Camp Kilworth will be overtaken by mold and moisture. He indicated this
ongoing situation is breeding mistrust as he believes there is a conflict of interest.
TaShawna Nash, spoke on behalf of the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus, reviewed the five
concerns expressed in a letter addressed to Community Development Director Brian Davis and
staff dated September 2017. These concerns are the environment, traffic, comprehensive plans,
buffers, and historic preservation at Weyerhaeuser Campus.
Dana Holloway expressed disappointment in how the Industrial Realty Group (IRG) application
process has been handled on the former Weyerhaeuser property. She requested the required
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level of care and diligence be applied before making decisions which will so greatly affect the
City of Federal Way.
Jean Parietti shared a letter from the State Architectural Historian with his determination that the
Weyerhaeuser Campus would be eligible for National Register of Historic Places.
Community Development Director Brian Davis confirmed a copy had been received and
explained that while it may be eligible for historic preservation, the letter also indicated
the consent of the property owner would also be required.
Betty Taylor commented on the former - Weyerhaeuser Property indicating that she understands
and stands behind its preservation.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: October 17, 2017 Regular and Special Meetings
b. Monthly Financial Report — September 2017
c. Vouchers — September 2017
d. Port of Seattle "Century Agenda" Grant for Economic Development Partnership
Program
e. Resolution: Proposed Revolving Inter -Fund Loan for Transportation Capital
Project Fund /Approved Resolution #17 -728
f. Goods and Services Agreement for Printer Maintenance
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
ITEMS A THROUGH F, 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
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 6:43 p.m.
a. 2017/2018 Mid - Biennium Budget Adjustment and 2018 Property Tax Rate (as
required by RCW 35A.34)
• Staff Report
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola gave a brief presentation to the City Council regarding the
2017/2018 Mid - Biennium Budget Adjustment and 2018 Property Tax Rate. He noted the 2018
budget was approved last year and the hearing tonight is to receive public comments on the tax
levy which will fund the approved budget.
Mr. Ariwoola stated RCW 84.55.0101 outlines authorization for taxing districts to use 101 % or
less. The proposed ordinance includes a levy amount less than the rate of inflation which is
1.553 %. The 2017 property tax breakdown includes the city receiving 8.12¢ of every dollar
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collected. This compares to the other allocations including:
• School district (45.35¢)
• State receives (14.59¢)
• Fire /EMS receives (15.04¢)
• County receives (9.93¢), and
• Other Agencies (6.97¢).
He reiterated Federal Way's property tax rate has been consistently the lowest for the last ten
(10) years when compared to neighboring jurisdictions (Kent, Auburn, Burien, Renton, Seattle,
and SeaTac).
• Citizen Comment
Letter read into the record by Roger Flyqare in requesting the Transportation Benefit District Fee
be removed from the budget and be considered at a later date.
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola indicated that the change is already reflected in the
document for City Council consideration.
Dana Hollaway thanked the City Council for removing the Transportation Benefit District Fee.
• Council Discussion
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Ariwoola for his thorough presentation this evening and asked
various clarifying questions regarding property valuation; future planning and possible ideas for
the city to catch up to the standard of neighboring cities.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
PROPOSED 2017/2018 MID - BIENNIUM BUDGET ADJUSTMENT AND 2018 PROPERTY TAX
RATE TO THE NOVEMBER 21, 2017 MEETING; 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
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. 2016 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR)
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola gave a brief report on the 2016 Popular Annual Financial Report
(PAFR) which was presented at the most recent Finance, Economic Development, and
Regional Affairs Committee Meeting. He highlighted key information which is captured in the
PAFR including Median Household Income for 2016; ratio of Police Officers to every 1,000
resident; and sales tax distribution.
b. Report on Performing Arts & Event Center Capital Budget
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola gave a brief report on the Performing Arts & Event Center Capital
Budget which was presented at the most recent Finance, Economic Development, Regional
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Affairs Committee Meeting. Included was a detail of the funding sources; the interfund loan;
naming rights; and spending reports.
c. Human Services Commission Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO APPOINT SOFIA MAYO TO FILL THE VACANT
VOTING POSITION ON THE HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION WITH A TERM EXPIRING
JANUARY 31, 2019; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE 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
d. Cancellation of December 19, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting
Mayor Ferrell stated historically the second meeting in December has been cancelled to allow
for holiday travel and vacation time for staff and Councilmembers.
DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.1(1) AND TO
CANCEL THE DECEMBER 19, 2017 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING;
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
Second Reading
a. Council Bill #728 /Target Property Bond Refinance Ordinance /Approved
Ordinance #17 -839
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR
THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF A LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND IN THE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $6,400,000 TO BE USED TO REPAY THE CITY'S
LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE, 2014; FIXING OR
SETTING PARAMETERS WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN TERMS AND COVENANTS OF
THE BOND; APPOINTING THE CITY'S DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO APPROVE
THE FINAL TERMS OF THE SALE OF THE BOND; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER
RELATED MATTERS.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE ORDINANCE AS
PROPOSED; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as
follow:
Deputy Mayor Burbidge yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
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9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson reported that the We Scare Hunger Event held on October 31
collected 920 pounds of food for the local foodbank.
Councilmember Celski shared the Multi- Service Center Helps Luncheon successfully raised
$44,000. He thanked the Federal Way Community Center for the great Trick -or -Treat Festival
which was well attended and thoroughly enjoyed.
Councilmember Honda announced the Veterans Day Event being held November 11 at Todd
Beamer High School. This event is being sponsored by both the Federal Way Historical Society
and the Kiwanis Club and will honor all veterans.
Councilmember Koppang reminded those in attendance that a finding of the Violence and
Prevention Steering Committee is that good work has been ongoing within the city. He
highlighted the work of the Boys and Girls Club and shared his experience as the board
interviewed candidates for Youth of the Year.
Councilmember Moore thanked everyone for their public service and commitment to the city.
Councilmember Duclos expressed excitement for the mini - murals project and the affect this art
has in the city. She noted she has not seen it elsewhere.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge announced the next Lodging Tax Advisory Committee meeting as well
as city -wide cultural events.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:25
p.m.
Attest:
St a ie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: (1-2I -20/7
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