2018-05-15 Council MIN - RegularY
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
May 15, 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.
Mayor Ferrell referred a press conference held earlier today at City Hall regarding King County
Prosecutors filing charges against one individual for the four homicides which occurred two
years ago. He thanked the Police Department for their tremendous work on these cases.
He noted today is National Peace Officer Day and asked for a moment of silence to remember
those officers who have lost their lives serving our community: Officers Frank Martin, Brian
Walsh, and Patrick Maher.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Promotional Swearing -In Ceremony for Police Department
Chief Andy Hwang introduced and spoke to the core values of these individuals who
are being promoted:
• Tracy Grossnickle — promoted to Commander
• Steve Wortman — promoted to Lieutenant
• Bryan Klingele — promoted to Lieutenant
• Grant Bassett — assigned as Corporal
• Jed Tan — assigned as Corporal
• Chris Mickelsen — assigned as Corporal
Mayor Ferrell administered the Oaths of Office to the officers and congratulated them.
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Councilmember Duclos gave a special thank you to the staff members who cleanup graffiti in
the city. Mayor Ferrell asked CD Director Brian Davis to pass along the Councilmembers'
appreciation to the staff.
b. Arts Commission/Municipal Court Student Art Contest Winners
Municipal Court Judges Dave Larson and Rebecca Robertson were pleased to present the
awards for the Art Contest sponsored jointly by the Municipal Court and the Arts Commission.
Judge Larson noted this is the 10th year of the art contest with the theme "What Liberty Means
to Me"
• 1st Place Elementary: Carren Nutter, Lakeland Hills 2nd Grade
• 2nd Place Elementary: Kelbi Wigginton, Panther Lake 2nd Grade
• 3rd Place Elementary: Nghi Tran, Rainier View 5th Grade
• 1st Place Middle School: Mae Dueck, Internet Academy 7th Grade
• 2nd Place Middle School: Lannie Hong, Lakota, 8th Grade
Mayor Ferrell and Councilmembers congratulated the young artists.
c. Proclamation: Public Works Week (May 20-26)
Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the Public Works Week proclamation to Public
Works Director Marwan Salloum. Director Salloum thanked Mayor Ferrell, Deputy Mayor
Honda and the Council for all of their support for the projects and special events. He is proud
of his staff who work hard to not only perform their normal daily duties but also handle the
unexpected events such as mud slides, snow and ice removal, and wind storm damage.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Zero Based Budget Approach — 2019/2010 Biennial Budget — Mayor Ferrell reported
he will be utilizing a zero -based budget approach to seek confirmation that every line
item, every employee and each expenditure is reviewed. He stated it is his statutory
obligation to turn over a balanced budget to the Council.
• Performing Arts and Event Center — LEED Silver Certification - Deputy Public Works
Director EJ Walsh reported the Performing Arts and Event Center has received
notification that they have achieved the LEED (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) Silver Certification from the United States Green Building
Council (USGBC). The building will receive a plaque which will be installed to highlight
this achievement.
• Report on Community Events — Mayor Ferrell reported on various regional meetings
and events he attended in the community including the Regional Gang and Gun
Violence Coordination Meeting (May 9); Washington Emergency Communications
Coordinating Working Group regarding Catastrophic Planning (May 10 at PAEC), and
opening day of the Federal Way Farmers Market (Saturday, May 12).
• Upcoming Community Events — Mayor Ferrell noted the upcoming events in the
community. He encouraged citizens to attend the Neighborhood Connection Meeting
at Wildwood Elementary on Wednesday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m. and the Federal Way
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Coalition against Human Trafficking (FWCAT) "Break the Chains" 5K Walk/Run on
Saturday, May 19.
Parks Director John Hutton reported on the very popular Annual Touch -A -Truck Event
on Saturday, May 19 at 11:00 a.m. located in the former Target parking lot. He noted
this is a family favorite event which brings heavy equipment vehicles, police and
SWAT vehicles, a Firetruck, Waste Management vehicle, a School Bus, Military
Vehicles and much more for kids to get in and experience.
Councilmember Johnson reported on two community events: 2nd Annual Celebration
of Diversity Block Party, hosted by Thomas Jefferson High School BSU on May 19 at
Valley Church; and the Federal Way Youth Forum at Decatur High School on June 11,
6:30 p.m. at Decatur High School.
Deputy Mayor Honda also noted this Saturday is Blue Poppy Day at the
Rhododendron Gardens. The event is free and begins at 10:00 a.m. with live
performances, artists and food trucks.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Dana Hollaway spoke regarding the budget. She suggested that each expenditure proposed
to the City Council have the fund source identified on the associated agenda bill.
John Vreekenew conveyed support for Centerstage highlighting the commitment of the new
management and the impact theater can have on the community.
Bob Dockstader spoke to the benefits of Centerstage to at risk youth and shared a recent
success. He requested the city continue their financial support.
Helen Martin spoke in support of Centerstage and the need for a resident professional theater
in Federal Way.
Angela Bayler, Managing Director of Centerstage, thanked the Mayor and City Council for
engaging with Centerstage and expressed appreciation for the meeting held with staff. This
experience has strengthened their organization as they work to change the culture.
David Monteith, President of Board of Centerstage, explained that Centerstage is working to
wean themselves away from the management fee they receive from the city. He requested
additional time to fully implement their plan.
Michael Barclay spoke in support of Centerstage.
Peggy Darling spoke in support of Centerstage.
Lyn Idahosa-Berry thanked both the City Council and staff for their interactions with her as she
has sought out answers to various questions. She requested City Council consider creating a
Police Accountability Review Board.
Bill Darling spoke in support of Centerstage and thanked the Council and Mayor for their
responsiveness. He also expressed his support of the raises they received but he feels like
they should give the raises back.
Mayor Ferrell responded that the Independent Salary Commission is given authority by
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the state and it is improper for elected officials to weigh in on the salaries set by the
Commission.
Mike and Sanetta Hunter expressed appreciation for the meeting they had with Chief Hwang.
She does not want to go to trial but would rather negotiate and bring about a change. They
feel injustice has happened to their son and feel the city has been non-responsive to their
requests.
City Attorney Ryan Call indicated this is pending litigation. He clarified there has been
an eight hour mediation held with the Hunters regarding this case.
Dennis Styles spoke on programs needed in the community and the necessary money.
Letter read into the record by City Clerk from Nancy Lomneth and Mark Boyd supporting
Centerstage.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: May 1, 2018 Regular and Special Meetings
b. Interagency Agreement between State of Washington, Highline College, and City of
Federal Way
c. 2018 Storm Drain CCTV Inspection and Assessment — Bid Award
d. Brooklake Center Connector Trail at West Hylebos Wetlands Park — 30% Design
Status Report
e. Lakota Park Stormwater Facility Repair Project — Bid Award
f. West Hylebos Creek S 373rd Street Gravel Removal Project — Bid Award
g. RESOLUTION: Retreat Mead-ows Final Plat Approval pulled and referred back to
Committee
h. RESOLUTION: Setting Public Hearing of June 19, 2018 for 2019-24 Transportation
Improvement Plan and Arterial Street Improvement Plan APPROVED RESO #18-737
i. Adaptive Traffic Signal Control System Phases I & II — 30% Design Report
j. Sound Transit Tacoma Dome Link Extension Partnering Agreement
k. Panther Lake Trail Construction
I. Panther Lake Footbridge
m. Ballistic Vest Partnership Grant
n. Pierce Transit Extra Duty Police Services Agreement
o. Military Road South and S 298th Street Compact Roundabout Project — 100% Design
Status Report and Authorization to Bid
Councilmember Koppang pulled Items G/ RESOLUTION: Retreat Meadows Final Plat
Approval.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -F; AND H -O;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
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Councilmember Johnson
Councilmember Tran
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
yes
Councilmember Koppang noted item G is being sent back to the Land Use/Transportation
Committee for a few minor changes and will come back to Council.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED ITEM 5(g)/RESOLUTION: RETREAT MEADOWS FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL BE REFERRED BACK TO THE LAND USE AND TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION; 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
6. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Regarding Title 19 FWRC Interim Zoning Regulations
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 8:48 p.m.
Deputy City Attorney Mark Orthmann introduced Outside Counsel Scott Snyder who will
provide a briefing on regulating small cells in the right-of-way. Mr. Snyder stated the demand
for data (on one provider alone) has increased 150,000% since 2007, with 90% of households
using wireless service. Small cells can add density the network to meet customer demand.
Mr. Snyder also reviewed certain restrictions which have been placed on jurisdictions.
Cities are not allowed to:
• Effectively exclude a Wireless Communications provider from the city;
• Prevent a provider from closing a significant gap in coverage;
• Dictate or limit the technological choices of a provider;
• Regulate radio frequency emission; and/or
• Discriminate between service providers.
He also listed the aspects the jurisdiction can regulate which include:
• Address aesthetic issues by requiring the "least intrusive means" of closing a
coverage gap; and
• Regulate new poles in the Right -of -Way and Utility poles over (60) sixty feet in
height.
No citizen comments were received.
The Mayor and Council thanked Mr. Snyder for the presentation. Councilmember Koppang
clarified that the city is allowing current service providers to increase their service in the least
obtrusive manner possible. This is regulated by the federal government, and the city has the
maximum authority available.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:08 P.M.;
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
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Councilmember Johnson
Councilmember Tran
yes Councilmember Duclos yes
yes
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Rescheduling of August 7, 2018 Regular Council Meeting
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.1(1) AND TO RESCHEDULE
THE AUGUST AUGUST 7, 2018 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TO AUGUST 14, 2018;
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
b. Cancellation of August 21, 2018 Regular Council Meeting
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.1(1) AND TO CANCEL THE
AUGUST 21, 2018 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING; COUNCILMEMBERASSEFA-DAWSON
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
c. Arts Commission Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO APPOINT KAREN BRUGATO AS A VOTING MEMBER
OF THE ARTS COMMISSION FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2019;
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
8. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill #739: Adopting Interim Land Use Regulations to Control the
Provision of Telecommunications Facilities within the City
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING
TO THE ADOPTION OF INTERIM LAND USE REGULATIONS AND OFFICIAL
CONTROLS PURSUANT TO RCW 35A.63.220 AND RCW 36.70A.390 TO
CONTROL THE PROVISION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES WITHIN
THE CITY; AMENDING FWRC 19.05.010, 19.05.050, 19.05.130, 19.05.170 AND
19.05.240 TO REVISE AND REPEAL DEFINITIONS RELATING TO WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS; FWRC 19.15.010 TO EXEMPT STREET USE
APPROVALS; FWRC 19.190.030 TO CLARIFY THE APPLICATION OF
UNZONED PROPERTY TO RIGHT-OF-WAY USE; REPEALING CHAPTER
19.255 FWRC; AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 19.255 FWRC RELATING TO
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.
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Deputy City Attorney Mark Orthmann noted the full presentations on both Council Bill #739
and #740 were made in full during the public hearing earlier this evening; he is available
for any additional questions regarding both proposed ordinances. The Council had no
additional questions.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JUNE 5, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER TRAN 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
b. Council Bill #740: Amending Title 4 FWRC to Establish Regulations
Relating to Small Cell Deployments, Franchising, and Small Cell
Permits in the City's Rights -of -Way
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING
TO SMALL CELL DEPLOYMENTS, FRANCHISING, AND SMALL CELL
PERMITS IN THE CITY'S RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND FEDERALLY REQUIRED
REVIEW PERIODS; AMENDING CHAPTER 4.22 FWRC AND ADDING NEW
CHAPTERS 4.23 AND 4.24 FWRC.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JUNE 5, 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
c. Council Bill #741: Amend FWRC 19.80 Regarding Docket Process and
Department of Commerce Notification
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING
TO THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION AMENDMENT PROCEDURE; AND AMENDING FWRC
19.80.050, 19.80.070, 19.80.080, 19.80.090, 19.80.170, 19.80.180, 19.80.260,
AND 19.80.270.
Planning Manger Doc Hansen briefed the Council on the proposed ordinance. The objective
for the change is to eliminate the need for a public hearing to prioritize items proposed to be
heard in the docket process, and to clarify language and allow for submittal of proposed
amendments prior to Planning Commission approval.
Mr. Hanson stated there is no change in the amount of citizen participation when compared to
the current process. Comments will continue to be heard at the Planning Commission, Land
Use/Transportation Council Committee and City Council meetings.
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City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JUNE 5, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
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
Second Reading
a. Council Bill #738: 2017/2018 Biennial Budget Amendment APPROVED
ORDINANCE #18-849
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING
TO AMENDING THE 2017-2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET. (AMENDING ORDINANCE
NOS. 16-826, AND 17-841).
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
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
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos attended the police press conference and appreciated hearing the results of
the Police Department investigation. She thanked the Chief Hwang and those who worked diligently to
solve the homicides.
Councilmember Moore announced he will be holding Saturday Morning Coffee with the community
beginning in June. He acknowledged Centerstage and the work they do. He attended the Public
Issues Committee for Sound Cities Association as an alternate and engaged in conversations
regarding homelessness in the region.
Councilmember Koppang thanked Mayor Ferrell for considering the zero -based budget approach to
the 2019/2020 Biennial Budget and the dialogue which has transpired. He was able to attend a
salmon release event hosted by the Surface Water Management Team with local students. He also
attended Camelot Elementary and read to books to the students; these books were donated by the
Diversity Commission.
Councilmember Tran thanked the Police Department for their great work. He also thanked Mayor
Ferrell for using the zero -based balance approach to the budget acknowledging it adds additional
work but he believes there is great potential for savings.
Councilmember Johnson attended Camelot Elementary with Councilmember Koppang and read to
the students. He thanked Chief Hwang for press conference. He shared that the Parks, Recreation,
Human Services, Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS) met on May 8 and discussed youth
employment, police training, and homelessness. He indicated he would be interested in a Police
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Accountability Board to promote equity and collaboration.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson spoke regarding the press conference held and reminisced about
the atmosphere of the city during the time of the homicides; she is pleased to have a resolution.
Deputy Mayor Honda thanked both the Police and Public Works Departments for their work and
highlighted how well they work together. She attended the 3rd Annual FedFactor at Decatur High
School and was impressed by the talented students. She announced a Special Budget Study Session
will be held on May 29.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:46 p.m.
Attest:
St ha ie Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council: Q(p--05-20 /S
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