2018-02-20 Council MIN - RegularFederal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
February 20, 2018 — 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
City officials in attendance: 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.
Mayor Ferrell announced the recent passing of Federal Way Police Officer Frank Martin. He
asked for a Moment of Silence in honor of Officer Frank Martin and his family.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Police Chief's Commendation Medal — Police Explorer Anna Murphy
Police Chief Andy Hwang was pleased to introduce and present Police Explorer Commander Anna
Murphy with the Commendation Medal. She has volunteered for the Police Department for the last
four years and has logged countless hours of service. She is leaving to serve in the United States Air
Force, her service is exceptional and far exceeds expectations of this program.
b. Arts Commission Certificates of Appointment
Councilmember Johnson read and presented certificates of appointment to the newly appointed
and re -appointed Arts Commissioners.
c. Briefing by King County Housing Authority Executive Director Stephen Norman
Executive Director of the King County Housing Authority Stephen Norman briefed the Council on
income discrimination ordinances other communities have enacted. He also noted this issue is being
addressed in Olympia and may not need a city -level ordinance in the near future. He discussed the
challenges Section 8 housing residents face and the merits of the program. He stated most Section 8
vouchers go to families to allow them to stay in communities they may not otherwise be able to
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afford. He clarified income discrimination is not rent control. Often times housing increases to the
point where families can no longer stay in their communities; this causes disruptions in daily life and
increases challenges for families and children. He noted families using vouchers often adhere to rules
more closely because they have more to lose. King County Housing works closely with the Federal
Way Police Department to address any concerns to those not living up to the standards.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Norman for the timely and insightful briefing.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Federal Way Hosting Highline Forum
Senior Advisor Yarden Weidenfeld reported the Highline Forum would be hosted in Council
Chambers on March 28 at 2:30 p.m. The forum was developed years ago over concerns with the third
runway.
• Day Center Update & New Hope Shelter Update
Deputy Chief Neal and Community Services Manager Jeff Watson updated Council on the issues
raised at the last Council meeting regarding the Day Center and the New Hope Shelter. Mayor noted
he personally visited both areas on Friday, Feb 9 and visited 13th Place businesses
Deputy Chief Neal reported crime rates have increased in the Day Center area by 71%; and
decreased in the area surrounding the New Hope Shelter by 37%.
• Sound Transit Elected Leadership Group
Mayor Ferrell met Friday (2/16) with the Sound Transit Elected Leadership Group to discuss the
Tacoma Dome Extension project between downtown Federal Way and Tacoma. Mayor Ferrell serves
as the co-chair of this group.
• IRG update (former Weyerhaeuser property)
Community Development Director Brian Davis presented information regarding recent concerns with
clearing on the IRG property. He noted the clearing was approved late last year and was subject to
the 1994 Concomitant Agreement and 1994 City Code.
• Budget study session
Mayor Ferrell reported the Council had a Study Session prior to this meeting where they were briefed
on the budget shortfall. He encouraged interested citizens to access the information and watch the
video on the city's website.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Sheila Brush founder of Quiet Skies Puget Sound requested council support the State budget proviso
for the airport impact study. She also spoke in regards to the ongoing review of the Sustainable
Airport Master Plan (SAMP) by the Port of Seattle.
Saundra Mock, local realtor, prepared and shared a study regarding home values surrounding Seattle
in the area and noted home values in airport communities are substantially less.
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Debbie Connell spent 25 years working in the Weyerhaeuser Technology Center and expressed her
outrage at the ongoing clearing and damage being done on the property.
Lynn Ormsby, member of the Federal Way Day Center Coalition, highlighted the participation and
donations of citizens and businesses to assist the Day Center. She reported many individuals are
proud to be making a difference in people's lives.
Trese Graddon expressed her support for the Day Center and desire to work collaboratively with the
businesses area.
Robert Morrison shared concerns regarding pedestrian safety at the corner of SW 312 Place and 28
Avenue South, especially at night due to poor lighting.
Anna Patrick spoke regarding the homeless shelter in her neighborhood and her concerns regarding
aggressive behavior and lack of background checks.
Mr. Patrick, Policy Advisor for Springwood Preservation Society, relayed an account of an altercation
which occurred between a parent and known transient. He expressed support for the efforts of New
Hope Church and shared concerns regarding the current process.
Scott Angell supported the comments made by Ms. Patrick requesting standards be established for to
those receiving assistance. He wants to truly help people, but not be an enabler.
TaShawna Nash with the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus extended an invitation to the second annual
Earth Day Walk on April 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Cindy Flanagan, with Rainer Audubon Society, spoke in support of Council Agenda Item 5g;
Authorization to Apply for Fiscal Year 2019 King County Conservation Futures Fund.
Sue Petersen recently drove past Weyerhaeuser and was appalled at the clearing. She shared
statements from George Weyerhaeuser regarding the importance of open space preservation.
Dana Hollaway is concerned over the damage to trees during the brush clearing near the Tech
Center. She suggested corrective action for both the Industrial Realty Group (IRG) and the City.
Lori Sechrist requested Council support the King County Conservation Funds (Item 5g). She also
expressed disappointment at the heavy equipment used to clear the underbrush at Weyerhaeuser.
Suzanne Vargo questioned the process used to conduct the clearing on the former -Weyerhaeuser
Campus. She request compliance by IRG with the findings and recommendations made by forester
Mr. Giles.
Betty Taylor read a letter from Pastor Joe Bowman from Integrity Life Church requesting donations to
assist their efforts.
Mike Roberts expressed dismay at the lack of success with the Day Center.
Bill Hallerman, Director of Catholic Community Services of King County provided context regarding
the Day Center and the ongoing homeless issue in the area.
Joseph Conner shared the experiences he had with homeless since he first came to Federal Way in
1961. He reminded Mayor Ferrell and Council that the problem is very complex and that all people
have to live somewhere.
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5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: February 6, 2018 Special and Regular Meetings
b. Summary Minutes: January 3, 2018 Legislative Breakfast; February 3, 2018 Annual
Council Retreat
c. West Hylebos Creek S 373rd St Gravel Removal Project — 85% Design Status Report
and Authorization to Bid
d. Lakota Park Stormwater Facility Repair Project — 85% Design Status Report and
Authorization to Bid
e. Military Rd S and S 298th Street Compact Roundabout Project — 85% Design Status
Report
f. RESOLUTION: Setting Public Hearing Date for the Street Vacation of a Portion of SW
300th Street for March 20, 2018/APPROVED RESOLUTION #18-734
g. Authorization to Apply for FY 2019 King County Conservation Futures Funds
h. Tony Lind Paving Work Complete
i. Interlocal Agreement between City of Federal Way and South King Fire and Rescue to
Occupy a Portion of City Hall
j. Fifth Amendment for Tree Services
k. The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County Agreement for Shelter and
Related Services
I. Agreement between Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and the FWPD
to provide Grant Funding for Traffic Enforcement
m. Goods and Services Agreement for Installation and Electrical Repair of Police Vehicle
Emergency Equipment
n. Goods and Services Agreement for Police Uniforms, Alterations and Repairs
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED;
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
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Independent Salary Commission Appointment Confirmation
DEPUTY MAYOR MOVED TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF BRIAN SANDLER AS A
VOTING MEMBER OF THE INDEPENDENT SALARY COMMISSION TO A FOUR-YEAR TERM TO
EXPIRE FEBRUARY 2021; 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
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b. 2018/2019 Diversity Work Plan
Community Services Manager Jeff Watson introduced Diversity Commission Chair Greg Baruso who
presented the 2018/2019 Diversity Commission Work Plan.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Baruso for presentation and the high quality plan. Council requested
more city forms be translated into additional languages for the community.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2018-2019 DIVERSITY COMMISSION
WORK PLAN; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE 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
7. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill #733/Amendinq Various Sections of Title 19 FWRC
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
UPDATING AND CLARIFYING, TITLE 19 FWRC, THE ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT
CODE; AMENDING FWRC 19.05.020, FWRC 19.05.040, FWRC 19.05.130, FWRC
19.05.230, 19.110.020, 19.125.030, 19.125.040, 19.125.070, 19.125.180, 19.135.100,
19.135.130, AND 19.200.010; AND ADDING NEW SECTIONS TO CHAPTERS 19.195,
19.215, 19.220, 19.225, 19.230, AND 19.240. (AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 90-43,
93-170; 96-270; 97-291; 98-309; 98-330; 02-424; 06-533; 07-045; 07-545 07-554; 07-
559; 7-573; 08-585; 09-593; 09-605; 09-610; 09-630; 10-678; 14-778; 15-797; AND 17-
834)
Planning Manager Doc Hanson briefed Council on Council Bill #733. He reviewed the steps that have
been taken to -date, including Planning Commission briefings; public hearings and presentations to
the Land Use/Transportation Committee on February 5.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE ORDINANCE TO THE MARCH 6,
2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; 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. Council Bill #734/MClmetro Access Transmission Services Corp. dba Verizon
Access Transmission Services Franchise
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, GRANTING
MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES CORP. DBA VERIZON ACCESS
TRANSMISSION SERVICES, A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO OCCUPY RIGHTS-
OF-WAY OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, WITHIN THE
SPECIFIED FRANCHISE AREA FOR THE PURPOSES OF CONSTRUCTING,
MAINTAINING, OPERATING, REPLACING, AND REPAIRING A
TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK WITHIN AND THROUGH THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY.
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Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler briefed Council on Council Bill #734. The requested
franchise is to provide fiber optic cable backhaul that may serve future small cell installations in the
rights-of-way within Federal Way.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES TO EXTEND THE MEETING
PAST 10:00 P.M.; 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
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE ORDINANCE TO THE MARCH 6,
2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; COUNCILMEMBER
DUCLOS 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
c. Council Bill #735/Clear Wireless, LLC Franchise
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, GRANTING
CLEAR WIRELESS LLC, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, A
NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO OCCUPY RIGHTS-OF-WAY OF THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, WITHIN THE SPECIFIED FRANCHISE AREA FOR
THE PURPOSES OF INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR
OF ITS WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FIXTURES AND RELATED EQUIPMENT,
CABLES, ACCESSORIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS IN A PORTION OF THE RIGHTS-
OF-WAY WITHIN AND THROUGH THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY.
Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler briefed Council on Council Bill #735. The requested
franchise is to replace an existing franchise agreement for wireless communication fixtures which
expired on April 17, 2017 for the location of Dash Point Road SW at 3rd Place SW.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE ORDINANCE TO THE MARCH 6,
2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; COUNCILEMMBER
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
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos announced the upcoming Finance, Economic Development, and Regional
Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) Meeting to be held on February 27 at 4:30 p.m. There will be discussion
on the regional impact of the airport and well as the budget concerns.
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Councilmember Moore believes Federal Way can be a leader within King County in regards to
addressing homelessness and shared excitement for ideas that are in the works. He eulogized Greg
Vicars and his contribution to Federal Way.
Councilmember Koppang attended the fundraiser for Officer Frank Martin and other community
events. He referenced Parkland, Florida and urged for the recommendations made by the Violence
Prevention Coalition Steering Committee (VPCSC) and supported by Council be implemented before
tragedy strikes. He announced the Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC) Meeting has been
rescheduled to March 12.
Councilmember Tran attended community events including the Winter Olympics Viewing Party. He is
very proud of the Federal Way Olympians and wants the city to honor them. He also attended the
benefit dinner for Officer Frank Martin.
Councilmember Johnson thanked staff for their presentations and the information provided. He
attended African-American Legislative Day in Olympia and was excited by the number of Federal Way
students in attendance. He expressed his condolences to Officer Martin's family.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson echoed the sentiment of public comment, especially around
homelessness and urged those in attendance to not forget to have compassion. She would like to find
a different venue to have these conversations since there is less ability for dialogue at council
meetings. She expressed sadness and Toss for both Greg Vicars and Officer Martin.
Deputy Mayor Honda shared her appreciation for the dedicated Save Weyerhaeuser supporters and
their ongoing activism highlighting specific accomplishments. She indicated that while the city and
Weyerhaeuser do not own the property she hopes a solution can be found in working with IRG that
will benefit the community. She encouraged people to call or email her, the mayor, or councilmembers
with questions.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
• Potential Litigation pursuant to- RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) not needed
Property Acquisi# on pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) not needed
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 10:23
p.m.
Attest:
h. nie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: U -O --.18-
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