2018-01-16 Council MIN - Regular4. Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
January 16, 2018 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Lydia
Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember Jesse Johnson, Councilmember Hoang Tran, 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. Mayor's Key to the City — Honorable Jeanne Burbidge
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to honor former Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councilmember Jeanne
Burbidge with the Key to the City. He noted her dedication to the city and the strong advocate she has
been for this community and the south sound region.
Ms. Burbidge thanked Mayor Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Honda, and the Council for this recognition. She
thanked the many community members for their work together on the many milestones over the
years, and to her husband Jim, for his steady support, and wise advice.
She thanked those folks that helped work on the incorporation of the city which took concerted effort
over time. She also praised the current and previous Councils and Mayors who have worked together
making sometimes tough decisions resulting in remarkable results for the community.
Councilmembers thanked and congratulated former Deputy Mayor Burbidge for her work and her
friendship over the years, sharing memories and conversations that affected their own path as
Councilmembers.
b. Federal Way School District Levy Presentation
Federal Way School District Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell gave a brief informational
presentation on the school district replacement levy. She stated the Educational Programs and
Operations (EP&O) Levy on the ballot is a replacement levy which will actually be a decrease of $20
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million dollars annually (approx. $500 per household). Dr. Campbell stated this is not a new tax. This
replacement levy will maintain current staffing levels of approximately 300 staff positions which are
not funded by the state.
c. Promotional Swearing -In Ceremony for Police Department
Police Chief Andy Hwang introduced and recognized the following officers who were recently
promoted: Kurt Schwan was promoted to the rank of Commander; Jeff Otto was promoted to the rank
of Lieutenant; Thaddeus Hodge was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant; and Jeff Mundell was
appointed to as a Corporal.
Mayor Ferrell administered the oaths of office to each and congratulated the officers.
d. Presentation of Check from Puget Sound Energy for Storming the Sound
Surface Water Management Public Education and Outreach Coordinator Katherine Straus introduced
Puget Sound Energy Local Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager Julien Loh who presented
a check to the city supporting the Storming the Sound with Salmon project.
At 7:43pm Mayor Ferrell announced Council will recess for a brief reception honoring Key to
the City recipient Jeanne Burbidge. The meeting resumed at 7:57 p.m.
e. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• State of the City Address
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to announce for the first time ever the State of the City will be held free to
the public at the Performing Arts & Event Center on January 22. The address will begin at 4:00 p.m.
and will include music performances from local schools.
• Report on Annual Legislative Breakfast
He thanked the legislators who along with Council discussed important topics of focus for this and
future legislative sessions at the Legislative Breakfast on January 4. The meeting was well
attended with many positive outcomes.
• Report on Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Food Drive
Community Services Manager Jeff Watson updated Council on the MLK Jr. Celebration and Food
Drive. He felt the weekend was a success with school assemblies on Friday, the food drive on
Saturday and the program at the Performing Arts & Event Center on Monday. The food drive collected
3,400Ibs of food for the local food banks.
He noted the event was well attended with over 350 people in attendance. Guest speakers included
Mayor Ferrell, Dr. Tammy Campbell, Councilmember Jesse Johnson, and Erin Jones. He thanked
staff, volunteers, Federal Way High School and the Black Student Union for their help with the events.
Councilmembers thanked staff and the Diversity Commission for the work on these events over
the weekend.
• 2018 City Council Annual Retreat at Dumas Bay Centre
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Mayor Ferrell reminded everyone the annual City Council retreat will be held on Saturday, February 3
at Dumas Bay Centre. The public is encouraged to attend.
• Follow-up report regarding Tenant/Rental Issues
City Attorney Ryan Call and Community Development Director Brian Davis briefed Council on a topic
that was brought up at a previous council meeting. Mr. CaII spoke to landlord duties as outlined in the
state law. He provided examples of cities which have enacted a rental property registration ordinance;
and cities which require landlords to pay for and submit to inspections.
Mr. Davis spoke to the Federal Way Property Maintenance Code which adopted the International
Property Maintenance Code by reference.
Both Mr. Call and Mr. Davis answered questions regarding specific concerns raised by citizens. They
spoke to current policies which are enforced to maintain standards of health and safety versus issues
more aesthetic in nature. Mr. Call stated state law is clear on standards of health and safety such as
mold, flooding, lack of power, and plumbing being enforced.
Councilmembers also asked questions regarding current staffing levels if the city took a stronger
approach to enforcement. Mr. Davis noted the city received 11 complaints in 2017 and does not
currently have a staffing level high enough to address a change in process at this time.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Cindy Sonicit, Heritage Court, reported that there is daily dumping in the back portion of the parking
lot. Residents are concerned with the health risks associated and questioned if they can be helped.
Walter Brooks congratulated the new councilmembers. He shared that since he moved here in 1976
the amount of wind is steadily increased; he questioned if the city is prepared for havoc the wind can
bring.
Mary Ehlis spoke in support of Camp Kilworth and thanked Mayor Ferrell for being responsive. She
writes letters and wants this is unique piece of property to be evaluated as open space.
Nancy Buttanda, 10 year resident at Bayview Apartment Complex, noticed mold in her apartment.
Management claimed they would take care of it, but nothing has been done. She has been unable to
get help and yet rent continues to increase.
Edmund Witter, Housing Justice Project, works with tenants throughout King County. He shared ideas
of how Council might be able to help; referenced International Property Maintenance Code and the
Residential Landlord Tenant Act.
Carolyn Hoover works at 1500 S 336th street shared the difficulties they have had since the Day
Center has opened. The trash and lack of safety is causing businesses and people to leave the area.
Stephanie Bucari, Washington CAN, thanked City Council for listening. She saw the PAEC on the
news and both acknowledged and appreciates the efforts Federal Way is making to be better. She
expressed the need for landlords to be held accountable.
Mia Franklin moved here from California seven years ago and loves Federal Way. She works with
ARC of King County as a disability advocate and has gone into the homes of many clients. She
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shared the landlords are getting away with poor treatment of their tenants and wants them to be held
accountable.
Xel Delplo moved to City of Federal Way to seek help against human trafficking and is currently living
outdoors as it is safer. She asked if there is a Police Positivity Program and classes to educate
individuals.
Richard Pierson summarized comments he shared with Governor Inslee regarding climate change
policy. He shared that trees make a difference and the preservation of trees like those at the former -
Weyerhaeuser is necessary.
Xochitl Maykovich, Political Director for Washington CAN, shared regarding City of Seattle standards
and the importance of a pro -active approach.
TyQuencia Bennett, Washington CAN member, shared her experience with a non-responsive
landlord and asked for help to alleviate these conditions.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: January 2, 2018 Regular and Special Meetings
b. Monthly Financial Report - November 2017
c. Vouchers - November 2017
d. Probation Alcohol Monitoring Contract (SCRAM)
e. Resolution: Amending the Fund Balance/APPROVED RESOLUTION #18-732
f. 2017 Emergency Management Performance Grant
9.
h. Arts Commission 2018 Work Plan
Arts Commission 2018 Contract for Services
i. SRO Interlocal Agreement Between the City of Federal Way and the Federal Way
School District
j. Regency Cleaners Amendment #3 Goods and Services for Police Uniform and Dry
Cleaning
k. 2018 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
16th Ave S (SR18/S 348th to SR99/Pacific Hwy S) Preservation Project — 85% Design
Status Report and Authorization to Bid
m. SW Campus Drive (19th Ave SW to 1St Ave S) Preservation Project -85% Design
Status Report and Authorization to Bid
n. 21st Ave S Pedestrian Connection — S 314th St to S 316th St (Grand Staircase) — Right -
of -Way Acquisition
o. 21st Ave S Pedestrian Connection — S 314th St to S 316th St (Grand Staircase) — 85%
Design Status Report and Authorization to Bid
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes Councilmember Koppang yes
yes Councilmember Moore yes
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Councilmember Johnson
Councilmember Tran
6. PUBLIC HEARING
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
yes
a. Amending the 2018-2023 Transportation Improvement Plan and Arterial Street
Improvement Plan
At 9:26 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing regarding the 2018-2013 Transportation
Improvement Plan and Arterial Street Improvement Plan.
• Staff Report
Senior Traffic Engineer Erik Preston provided a brief presentation to Council regarding an
amendment to the plan. He noted the amendment includes adding one non -motorized project,
completing a sidewalk gap on Dash Point Rd in front of Sacajawea Middle School which the city
received grant funding. In order to accept grant funds, the project must be included in the TIP.
Mr. Preston noted both the Mayor and Land Use/Transportation Committee recommend approval of
this amendment.
• Citizen Comment
No comments were received.
• Council Discussion/Questions
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Preston for his presentation.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; COUNCILMEMBER
ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
• RESOLUTION: Adoption of Amended 2018-23 Transportation
Improvement Plan and Arterial Street Improvement Plan/APPROVED
RESOLUTION #18-733
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2018-2023 TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND ARTERIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN AS PRESENTED:
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
b. Program Year 2018 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan
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At 9:31 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing regarding the 2018 Community Development
Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
• Staff Report
Community Development Block Grant/Human Services Coordinator Sarah Bridgeford gave a brief
presentation to Council regarding the action plan. She noted the goals of the program are to provide
decent affordable housing; provide suitable living environments; and create economic opportunities.
The plan is used as a resource and demonstrates how federal funds will support communities in
achieving goals and expected outcomes.
CDBG Funding for Program Year 2018 includes the following:
• Planning & Admin (20%) $134,800
• Public Service (15%) $100,440
• 2018 CERF (65% of Annual Award) $439,328
• CERF (Prior year resources) $379,172
Total Award $1,053,740
Agencies receiving funds for public services include: FW Inclusion; Hospitality House; MSC Rent
Assistance; MSC Youth Employment Services; Orion Employment Services; Pediatric Interim Care
Center; and Apprenticeship & Non-traditional Employment for Women.
Programs and agencies receiving funds from the CERF budget include: Code Compliance; City
Housing Repair; Highline Economic Development Program; Section 108 Loan Payment; Multi -Service
Center (Villa Capri); FUSION; and NRSA Street Lighting Project.
Councilmembers thanked Ms. Bridgeford for her presentation and asked various clarifying
questions.
• Citizen Comment
Cynthia Kim, representing Orion Employment Services, thanked the Council for their continued
support. Orion supports low income and disabled individuals in the city.
• Council Discussion/Questions
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; COUNCILMEMBER
MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2018 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN; COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON SECOND. The
motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
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7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. 2018-2019 City Council Committee Appointments
Deputy Mayor Honda noted this appointment process is done every two years for Council Committee
assignments. After meeting with each Councilmember, she presented the following list of
appointments:
Finance/Economic Development/Regional Affairs Committee
Chair: Councilmember Duclos
Members: Councilmember Tran and Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
Land Use/Transportation Committee
Chair: Councilmember Koppang
Members: Councilmember Tran and Councilmember Johnson
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee
Chair: Councilmember Johnson
Members: Councilmember Moore and Councilmember Koppang
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
Chair: Councilmember Moore
She also appointed Councilmember Assefa-Dawson to the Sound Cities Public Issues
Committee; Councilmember Moore as alternate member.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO RATIFY THE DEPUTY MAYOR'S COUNCIL
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS AS PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND. The
motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
8. ORDINANCES
Second Reading
a. Council Bill #732/ Ordinance: 2017 Amendments to the Federal Way
Comprehensive Plan, Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map -
APPROVED ORDINANCE #18-843
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING
TO AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL WAY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN,
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP, AND ZONING MAP; AMENDING THE FEDERAL
WAY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP, AND ZONING
MAP; AND APPROVING SITE SPECIFIC REQUEST NO. 1 — PUGET CENTER
PROPERTY, SITE SPECIFIC REQUEST NO. 2 — CAMPBELL, AND SITE SPECIFIC
REQUEST NO. 3 — DEMATTEIS/GABRIELSON PROPERTY. (AMENDING
ORDINANCE NOS. 90-43, 95-248, 96-270, 98-330, 00-372, 01-405, 03-442, 04-460, 04-
461, 04-462, 05-490, 05-491, 05-492, 07-558, 09-614, 10-671, 11-683, 13-736, 13-745,
15-796, AND 15-798)
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City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos announced the upcoming Finance, Economic Development, Regional Affairs
Committee (FEDRAC) scheduled for January 23 at 4:30 p.m. and expressed her excitement for
working with the newly appointed council members.
Councilmember Moore is eager to look into and finding resolutions for the renter issues brought
before the City Council. He is also ready to work as the chair of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Koppang recognized the importance of the Martin Luther King Junior celebrations
throughout the city. He stressed the importance of understanding and being inclusive of others.
Councilmember Tran thanked Deputy Mayor Honda for his appointment to the Council Committees
and committed to working diligently with staff and Council.
Councilmember Johnson also thanked Deputy Mayor Honda for his appointment to chair the Parks,
Recreation, Human Services, Public Safety Committee (PRHSPSC) and also looks forward to working
with city staff. He was grateful for opportunity to speak at the assemblies and events honoring Martin
Luther King Junior this past weekend.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson was grateful for her appointment to FEDRAC and anticipates
working very hard. She thanked Mayor Ferrell for opening the Performing Arts and Event Center
(PAEC) to allow the community to enjoy the facility.
Deputy Mayor Honda thanked the Diversity Commission and Federal Way High School for the work
they did to make the weekend such a well-rounded celebration. She thanked staff for their help with
the Homeless Mothers and Children Initiative (HMCI). She thanked all council members for their hard
work and looks forward to the upcoming year.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:55 p.m.
Attest:
St—. ie Courtney
Ci ' lerk
Approved by Council: o2 -616-2,0K
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