Council MIN 11-21-2017 Regular4. CITY OF
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
November 21, 2017 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:10 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. RECOGNITION — Outgoing Councilmember Bob Celski
Mayor Ferrell read and presented Councilmember Bob Celski with a glass plaque in appreciation of
his service to the community as a Councilmember.
Councilmember Celski graciously accepted the recognition and offered his thanks to the Mayor and
Council and support of the newly elected members coming onto the Council. He will continue to
support his community in any capacity he is able.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson thanked Councilmember Celski for his leadership on the budget and
land use issues and for being a mentor to her. She thanked him for helping her becoming a better
Councilmember.
Councilmember Koppang thanked Councilmember Celski, recognizing his value to this community
currently and in the future; he thanked him for his gracious words to his successor. Councilmember
Duclos thanked Councilmember Celski and appreciates the open conversations they have often had
regarding large issues such the Performing Arts and Event Center.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge stated she appreciates Councilmember Celski's integrity and value that he
has brought to the Council, and agrees she also hopes to see him still involved in the city in the future.
Councilmember Honda thanked Councilmember for his service and wishes him good luck and
happiness with his family and grandchildren. Councilmember Moore noted as a colleague and a
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family friend for many years, he cherishes his friendship and guidance over the years.
4. PRESENTATIONS
a. Swearing -In Ceremony of Three (3) New Police Officers
Police Chief Hwang was pleased to announce and introduce three new officers to the department:
Officer Luis Deffit, a lateral police officer from Indiana; Officer Joseph Rodriguez, a entry level officer
and recent graduate of the police academy; and Officer Truitt Hartle, an entry level police office with a
military background, also recent graduate of the academy. Mayor Ferrell administered the Oaths of
Office and congratulated the officers.
At 7:27 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced a brief recess for approximately fifteen minutes to
honor and thank Councilmember Celski for his service.
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:44 p.m.
b. Certificate of Appointment — Human Services Commission
Councilmember Koppang invited Sofia Mayo to receive her certificate of becoming a voting member
of the Human Service Commission. Ms. Mayo thanked the Councilmembers for this opportunity to
serve in a greater capacity.
c. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Federal Way Police Department — COPS Grant
Chief Hwang was pleased to report the department was recently notified they have received the
COPS Grant ($625,000 award). This will allow for hiring additional officers bringing the department
total to 136 commissioned officers. Federal Way is one of the fastest growing cities in the State of
Washington. He thanked his staff for their efforts with this the very competitive process to receive
grant money; Federal Way was one of only three agencies in the state to receive this grant.
• Community Holiday Tree Lighting at Town Square Park
Parks Director John Hutton invited everyone to attend the Holiday Tree Lighting next Saturday,
December 2 at Town Square Park. Staff worked to place over 27,000 lights on the living tree for this
event. He noted there will be performances as well as an appearance by Santa. The event will be held
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• City Council Meeting Schedule — Cancelation of December 19 meeting
Mayor Ferrell reminded everyone the second meeting in December has been canceled due to
holiday schedules. December 5 will be the last council meeting of the year.
• Community Events
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to report on recent events in the community including the Olympic Diving
Committee Reception on November 8; the Federal Way Community Caregiving Network's "Souper
Supper" held at the Christian Faith Center on November 9; and the Kiwanis Veterans Day Celebration
on November 11. He also reported on the Homeless Mothers and Children's Initiative (HMCI)
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Committee which met with over 50 different community and faith based representatives in the
community recently. The meeting was very well attended with great dialogue on addressing the needs
of homeless families in the community.
5. CITIZEN COMMENT
Lori Sechrist, president of the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus Organization, expressed gratitude for the
progress made towards preserving the west bank of North Lake as well as the interest garnered on a
state level towards the preservation of the former - Weyerhaeuser property.
Dana Hollaway welcomed the three new police officers and asked if they were backfill or if the total
number of officers has increased.
Chief Hwang responded indicating the Police Department is approved for 131 officers with an
additional five due to the COPS Grant funding. The three sworn at the Council Meeting are
backfill for vacant positions, but it is anticipated the full 136 positions will be filled in 2018.
Marie Sciacqua requested the political signs be retrieved by the candidates and suggested language
be added to the sign code regarding the political signs.
Sanetta Hunter spoke regarding her son's interaction with the Police Department and what she
believes was a misuse of force.
Michael Hunter shared his concerns that the leadership within this community is sending the wrong
message to our youth. He believes his son was mistreated and the officers must be held accountable.
Freddie Wilson expressed his love for this community and emphasized that what really matters is right
and wrong. He asked Council and the PD to check their hearts and uphold what is right.
Suzanne Vargo spoke regarding the importance of aquifer recharge areas and requested the city
work with King County to solidify the conservancy land by having all the city wetlands inventoried.
Letter from Roger Flygare read by City Clerk requesting alternate members of commissions be
allowed to take on a voting role when voting members are absent. He additionally requested a
temporary permit be granted for the "Fill the Boot" fundraiser.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: November 7, 2017 Regular and Special Meetings
b. Military Road S and S 298th Street Compact Roundabout Project - 30% Design Status
Report
c. SCATBd Agreement Renewal
d. Acceptance of Water Quality Stormwater Capacity Grant
e. RESOLUTION: Soundview Manor Final Plat /APPROVED RESO #17 -729
f. Agreement between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and the
Federal Way Police Department to Provide Grant Funding for Traffic Enforcement
g. "On -Call" Electrical Services Bid
h. Second Amendment to the Synergy Building Services, Inc. Agreement
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DEPUTY MAYOR BURBIDGE MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -H AS
PRESENTED; 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. PUBLIC HEARING
At 8:27 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing.
a. 2017/2018 Mid - Biennium Budget Adjustment and 2018 Property Tax Rate (continued
from November 7, 2017 Regular Meeting as required by RCW 35A.34)
• Staff Presentation
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola noted this is the second of two public hearings regarding the carry-
forward budget adjustment and setting the 2018 property tax rate. He presented a brief presentation
outlining the changes for the 2017 budget and reviewed how the property tax is calculated.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Ariwoola for his presentation. Councilmember Honda asked for
additional clarification regarding human services funding and the budget impacts of the COPS grants.
• Citizen Comment
No comments were received.
• Council Discussion /Questions
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2017/2018
MID - BIENNIUM BUDGET ADJUSTMENT AND 2018 PROPERTY TAX RATE; 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. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Briefing regarding File No. 17- 100108 -00 AG: Wild Waves /Enchanted Parks
amendment to development agreement
Senior Planner Dave Van De Weghe gave a brief presentation to Council regarding a proposed
change to the development agreement. He noted the agreement was originally adopted in 1998 and
subsequently amended in 2000, 2002, and 2017. Mr. Van De Weghe noted the revisions include an
increase in the height limit from 125ft (current) to 200ft (proposed), as well as various other revisions
including stormwater requirements; traffic management; traffic mitigation; admission tax; and terms of
the agreement. He also clarified this is simply a Council briefing; the draft ordinance will come before
Council for action on December 5, 2017.
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Councilmembers thanked Mr. Van De Weghe for the presentation and asked clarifying questions. City
Traffic Engineer Rick Perez spoke to traffic related questions regarding the agreement.
No Council action was taken.
b. Proposed Purchase of a portion of S 316th Street
Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler gave a brief report on this item. She noted this is a
housekeeping item in regards to purchasing a portion of S 316th Street (King County Recording
Number 20130213001253) in the amount of $500.00.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO PURCHASE A PORTION
OF S 316TH STREET (KING COUNTY RECORDING NUMBER 20130213001253) IN THE AMOUNT
OF $500.00 AND EXECUTE ALL ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG
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
c. 2017 -2019 Transportation Demand Management Implementation Agreement
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez gave a brief presentation regarding an agreement with the
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) allowing the state to reimburse the City its
share of the technical assistance funding for implementing the State Commute Trip Reduction (CTR)
law.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE TRANSPORTATION DEMAND
MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT WITH WSDOT TO ACCEPT STATE CTR
FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,869 AS PROPOSED; 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
d. 2017 -2019 Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Program Implementation Agreement with
King County
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez presented a brief presentation to Council regarding implementing
a CTR program through King County through 2019.
COUNCILMEMBER CELSKI MOVED APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH KING COUNTY
AS PROPOSED; 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
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9. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill #729: 2017/2018 Mid - Biennial Budget Amendment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE 2017-
2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET (AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16 -826).
Clerk's note: Information presented under Public Hearing, no additional presentation was made.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
DECEMBER 5, 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 Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
b. Council Bill #730: Setting the Property Tax Rate for 2018
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO FIXING
THE PROPERTY TAX AMOUNT FOR THE YEAR 2018.
Clerk's note: Information presented under Public Hearing, no additional presentation was made.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
DECEMBER 5, 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 Celski yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Honda yes
10. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving.
Councilmember Moore thanked the Hunter family for coming before Council today. He also thanked to
the voters for the opportunity to continue serving on the City Council. He also wished everyone a
happy holiday.
Councilmember Koppang attended an Advancing Leadership program which spoke about the impact
individuals can make as public servants: he appreciates the opportunity to be a public servant and
work with community members. He also thanked Kiwanis and the Federal Way Historical Society for
the great Veterans Day Event.
Councilmember Honda spoke about the Veterans Day Event and Honor Flights. She would be happy
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to connect interested parties to the group providing the honor flights to ensure veterans receive this
opportunity. She shared that both she and Councilmember Assefa- Dawson attended the National
Foundation of Women Legislators Conference where they both presented and participated. She
indicated it was a great networking opportunity and she learned a lot from others.
Councilmember Celski reiterated his gratitude to the community and his fellow council members. He
also thanked city staff for their efforts highlighting the high quality of individuals on Management
Team, and the technical knowledge and drive possessed by staff.
Councilmember Assefa- Dawson highlighted topics shared at the conference and also thanked
Councilmember Celski for his service. She announced she is a new homeowner in Federal Way after
having rented.
Deputy Mayor Burbidge attended the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATb) meeting and
volunteered to work on committee developing their Legislative Agenda. She attended the Homeless
Mothers and Children Initiative Meeting where there was a great turn out. She closed by thanking
Councilmember Celski for his devotion and dedication to city.
Mayor Ferrell expressed gratitude for a great Council, City staff, and very generous /giving community.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:17 p.m.
Attest:
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St nie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: /9+l00/17
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