2018-04-03 Council Minutes - Regular Ahl, CITY OF
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
April 3, 2018 — 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 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. Proclamation: Sexual Assault Awareness Month —April 2018
Mayor Ferrell read and presented the Proclamation to Matty Nelson with the King County
Sexual Assault Resource Center(KCSARC). Ms. Nelson thanked the Mayor and Council
for this acknowledgement. It is important to recognize this is a community issue and
encourage reporting and become aware of the behaviors that feed into this problem. She
also thanked the Council for continuing to support KSCARC and human services funding.
b. Progress Report from Violence Prevention Coalition Steering Committee (VPCSC)
Co-Chair Doug Baxter briefed Council on accomplishments and successes the Committee
has achieved and will continue to work on. Mr. Baxter noted the goal was to be a liaison
with the community to formulate ideas that are then forwarded to Council. He is pleased
there has been marked progress on each of the recommendations.
c. Financial Presentation — Capital Funds vs Operating Funds
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola briefed Council on the difference between capital funds
and operating funds. He noted city government is a combination of many smaller
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"companies" with different products, regulations and revenue sources which unlike a
school district, fire department or utility district, who generally provide a specific service.
The city cannot use funds for capital projects to fund police officers or park maintenance.
He reviewed the distribution of property taxes collected,with the school district taking the
largest portion of tax revenue. Federal Way falls 29th out of 37 cities in King County for per
capita general fund tax revenue.
Mr.Ariwoola provided examples of different funding "buckets"such as Real Estate Excise
Tax(REET); Surface Water Management(SWM); Prop 1; and Property Tax He provided
similar examples of expenses including Police; Surface Water Management, Street
Construction; and Parks Maintenance. He clarified the following restrictions:
• REET can only be used for construction only.
• Surface Water Management funds are dedicated to surface water customers
for the benefit of surface water service.
• Prop 1 funds are dedicated to Police, Court, Parks Maintenance, Code
Enforcement, and Law.
• Property Tax can be used for most government services.
He further explained due to the different funding sources and restrictions, the city may
have excess cash and at the same time, be unable to fund or provide other services.The
city needs to use city funds in the most prudent and efficient way.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Ariwoola for the presentation and clear explanation of
revenue and expenses as related in the city budget. They asked clarifying questions
regarding the utility tax rebate program and what citizens can do at the state level for tax
relief.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• 2019/20 Budget Calendar: Mayor Ferrell noted the budget meetings for the
2019/2020 budget have been scheduled. The list of meeting dates and times
have been printed and are available and posted on the city website. Citizen
comments are welcome at all public meetings.
• Report on Highline Forum at City Hall: Mayor Ferrell reported the meeting held
at City Hall on March 28 was very well attended by regional leaders discussing
airport issues. He noted the city is taking a leadership role in this forum; the
meeting was recorded and has been posted on the city's YouTube Channel.
• Town Hall Meeting at City Hall Recap: Mayor Ferrell reported Congressman
Adam Smith held a town hall meeting at City Hall on March 28 which was very
well attended.
• Spring Neighborhood Connection Meeting: Mayor Ferrell announced the city
will be hosting a Neighborhood Connection Meeting on April 26 at Twin Lakes
Elementary 6:00 p.m. Citizens are invited to attend this town hall style meeting
with updates from the major departments.
• Parks Appreciation Day: Mayor Ferrell reported Parks Appreciation Day at
Celebration Park begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 21.
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4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Robert Saaqim expressed concern that the City of Federal Way has too many benefits
drawing homeless individuals to our area. He is concerned for his and his family's safety.
Robert Morrison requested an extension to a portion of sidewalk on S 317th Street as well as
brighter streetlights.
Dana Hollaway reviewed the 2017/2018 Biennial Budget and pointed out that expected
revenue was reported for Transportation Benefit District(TBD). She reminded them that the
TBD did not pass and therefore the city is not receiving that money.
Skyler "SkyMan" Nichols asked Federal Way to have more compassion for homeless
individuals reminding them that they are people who should be treated with kindness and
respect.
Nick Wilson asked City Council about the safety of pedestrians on a portion of 21st Avenue S.
He feels there should be a sidewalk or roundabouts to help the situation.
Garrett Frank spoke specifically regarding homeless veterans; he believes they should home
to come back to.
Dawn Coggins talk about the lack of communication between local government and citizens
which results inspeculation and rumors. She requested sociall media updates regarding the
happenings in the city.
Dennis "Lamont" Styles announced a Talent Show which will take place at the Knutson
Theateris interested in outreach for positive interactions
on April 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m. He
between the youth and local government.
Mark Greene shared some of his history and indicated that he is committed to our nation.
Steve Smith announced the annual Salmon Bake to be hosted by the Federal Way Noon
Kiwanis. This will take place on July 27 at the Steel Lake Park.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed below have been previously reviewed in their entirety by a Council Committee of three members and
brought before full Council for approval;all items are enacted by one motion. Individual items may be removed by
a Councilmember for separate discussion and subsequent motion.
a. Minutes: March 20, 2018 Regular and Special Meeting Minutes
b. Monthly Financial Report—January and February 2018
c. Vouchers — February 2018
d. Océ TDS750 Large Format Plotter—Maintenance Amendment
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH D ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG 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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6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Confirmation of Mayor's Appointment of Public Works Director
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to announce he has selected,without hesitation, Deputy Public
Works Director EJ Walsh as the new Public Works Director following the retirement of
Marwan Salloum. He highlighted Mr. Walsh's background and the complex projects he
has completed for the city including completing the Performing Arts and Event Center
project on time and on budget. Mr. Walsh is also instrumental in dealing with Sound
Transit projects. Mayor Ferrell also thanked long time Public Works Director Marwan
Salloum who currently plans on retiring in September.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF EJ WALSH AS THE
NEXT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR UPON THE RETIREMENT OF MARWAN SALLOUM;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND.
Councilmembers collectively thanked both Marwan Salloum for his years of service to
the city and congratulated Mr. Walsh for the appointment. Mr. Walsh thanked the
Mayor and the Council for the appointment.
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. North Lake Management District Advisory Committee Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO REAPPOINT LAURENCE ZIMNISKY SR., LOIS
KUTCHA, TERRANCE THOMAS II, AND MARY MCCLELLAN ARONEN AS VOTING MEMBERS
OF THE NORTH LAKE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE WITH TERMS
EXPIRING MARCH 15, 2020; 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
c. Parks Commission Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO REAPPOINT DAWN COGGINS AS A VOTING
MEMBER OF THE PARKS COMMISSION WITH A TERM EXPIRING APRIL 30, 2021;
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG 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 REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson wished Finance Director Ade Ariwoola a happy birthday.She
acknowledged our city is growing and that council must be creative to make it a viable city.
She thanked the Finance Department and her fellow council members for all the time and
hard work put into this issue.
Councilmember Johnson thanked Ade and Doug Baxter for their informative presentations.
He also announced the Youth Talent Show which will take place on April 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmember Tran had no report.
Councilmember Koppang shared the approach he has advised the Land Use and
ds city;Transportation Committee (LUTC)to take which is balancing the needs o f the c y, to weigh
essentials against non-essentials. He reminded council of how important it is to communicate
and is committed to doing a better job.
Councilmember Moore thanked Doug Baxter for all his work in the community. He met with
the Safeway manager and reported that they are pleased with the ongoing collaboration with
the Police Department. He thanked the Finance Department staff for answering his questions
and concerns.
Councilmember Duclos shared that building a budget is not easy. This budget has been
reviewed many times to identify costs that could be cut. She reminded individuals that cutting
too much means levels of service will go down. She loves this city and wants to keep it safe
while providing the services they need.
Deputy Mayor Honda thanked Pastor Rick and his family for providing shelter this winter.She
attended the McDonalds ribbon cutting in the Crossings and shared excitement about their
remodel and updated services. The Park and Recreation Brochure was mailed to city
residents and she encouraged looking for an activity as there is something for everyone.
8. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at
9:24 p.m.
Attest:
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S h.nie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council:0cf-17—Di 8'
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