2018-07-17 Council Minutes - Regular Nhi, CITY OF
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 17, 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. Special Olympics USA Recap and Recognition
Mayor Ferrell extended his gratitude to everyone involved in the 2018 Special Olympics
Games and the sheer pride they brought to the city. Parks Director John Hutton introduced
Special Olympics Coordinator Sharon Boyle. Ms. Boyle was pleased to announce the Federal
Way Soccer Team won a gold medal;the Unified Flag Football team placed second receiving
a silver medal; and the new addition of Gaming this year also brought a Federal Way Athlete a
Gold Medal. She introduced all the athletes and thanked everyone who helped make the 2018
Games a reality for the thousands of athletes and their families.
b. Washington Trust for Historic Preservation —Camp Kilworth
Suzanne Vargo spoke on behalf of the Federal Way Historical Society introducing Jennifer
Mortenson representing Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. Ms. Mortenson showed a
brief video regarding Camp Kilworth and the property's historical importance. She also noted
Federal Way has made their list two years in a row(previously for the former Weyerhaeuser
Campus). Washington Trust works to partner with anyone interested in working to keep this
space open and historic asset in Federal Way.
The Mayor and Council thanked Ms. Mortenson for the recognition and the presentation.
Deputy Mayor Honda asked for clarification from both Ms. Mortenson and staff on the status
of conversations with the owners of the property and the estimated value of the property.
Community Development Director Brian Davis noted staff has received zoning inquires.
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Mayor Ferrell noted his office will send a letter to formally request a meeting to discuss
their future plans with the property.
c. Certificate of Appointment— Diversity Commission
d. Certificate of Appointment— Parks and Recreation Commission
Councilmember Johnson read and presented certificates of appointment to Diversity
Commissioner Mahjabin Quershi and Parks and Recreation Commissioner Bobby
Jennings.
e. Certificate of Appointment— North Lake Management District Advisory Committee
Councilmember Koppang read and presented a certificate of appointment to North
Lake Management Advisory Committee member Darron Nash.
f. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Red, White and Blues—July 4th Celebration Recap
Parks Director John Hutton reported on another successful Red White and
Blues Festival with over 20,000 people in attendance. He thanked his staff
for the phenomenal efforts made this year between this huge festival and
the Special Olympics games held in the same location. He also reported on
the Summer Concert Series which are beginning soon. Council thanked Mr.
Hutton and his hard working staff for going above and beyond this year.
• Fireworks Report—Calls for Service
Deputy Police Chief Steve Neal reported back to Council on the outreach prior
to the Fourth of July and the Calls for Service leading up to and the day of the
holiday. Outreach included social media, code red messages and reader
boards. He gave historical data compared to the current year for context.
Councilmembers thanked Deputy Chief for his update and stated concerns
over hearing fireworks in their neighborhoods which continued late into the
night.
• National Night Out
Chief Andy Hwang was pleased to present information on National Night Out
to be held August 7. The Police Department takes an active role in these
gatherings and citizens who would like an officer to attend their neighborhood
gathering can sign up on the Police Department website or contact Lindsey
Sperry directly.
• August Council Meeting Schedule
Mayor Ferrell reminded everyone due to National Night Out on August 7 the
first Council meeting of the month has been rescheduled to August 14. The
second meeting has been canceled for summer vacations, as has been done
historically.
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g. Council Committee Reports
• Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Committee Chair Duclos reported the Finance, Economic Development
Regional Affairs Committee recently held a Special Meeting on July 9 focused
on revenue options. This was the first of four Special Meetings set up for this
purpose. She distributed a list of ideas generated at the meeting.
• Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)
Committee Chair Moore reported on the recent hosting of the Special
Olympics at Celebration Park, and the new way-finding signs that have been
installed throughout the city which will assist visitors in finding the new
Performing Arts & Event Center and other points of interest.
• Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
Committee Chair Koppang reported on the last meeting of the Land
Use/Transportation Committee where they heard a presentation which will be
given tonight regarding roads and overlay. He also noted the Committee
discussed the self-storage ordinance also on tonight's agenda and what the
next 20 years will look like. The next meeting will be August 6 in Council
Chambers.
• Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
Committee Chair Johnson reported on the last meeting held on July 10. He
thanked Mr.Weidenfeld for his report on the Homeless Task Force which now
has defined sub-groups. The next meeting of the Parks/Recreation/Human
Services Public Safety Committee will be August 14 at 5:00 p.m.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Mary Ehlis thanked the Mayor and Council for allowing the tonight's recognition of Camp
Kilworth by the Washington Trust for Historical Land Preservation;she feels the property meets
the criteria of open space.
Steven Smith encouraged everyone to purchase tickets to the 62nd Annual Kiwanis Salmon
Bake at Steel Lake Park.
TaShawna Nash spoke regarding her and her family's choice to live in this community and
work with a team of her neighbors to make this community a better place. She is concerned
over increased traffic and its impact to her home and her children's bus routes.
Rich Shockly spoke regarding the successes of the Small Business Development Center which
receives funding from the city to use at matching funds for federal dollars.
Jacqueline Garcia distributed information to Council regarding the success microbusiness
specialist for the Start Zone Program serving the Hispanic community. She advocated and
shared information regarding the program.
Lawson Bronson, Planning Commissioner, spoke regarding new guidelines reviewed by the
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Planning
Commission. He asked Council to not imposeose the proposed changes and
guideline
which he feels are for aesthetic purposes.
Dana Holloway spoke regarding the Council Study Session held earlier this evening on the Port
of Seattle's Sustainable Airport Master Plan.She is concerned with increased airport traffic and
environmental toxic impacts to people, plants and animals.
Lori Sechrist thanked the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councilmember Koppang for attending the
recent walk on Earth Day. She was pleased to see Darron Nash appointed to the North Lake
Advisory Committee and thanked Jennifer Mortenson for recognizing and speaking on behalf
of the importance of Camp Kilworth and historic open spaces.
Lamont Styles would like to see more of the community become engaged with the Council. He
would like to know more about the meetings and budgets; specifically the Homelessness Task
Force which final report is due after the finalization of the city budget. He would like more
informal talks with the Mayor and Council on the important issues in this community including
finding resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Lyn Idahosa spoke in concern over information she obtained at a Council Committee meeting
recently. She believes the city budget should be viewed as a household budget and that every
amount is important down to the pennies. She asked for more programs for youth in
elementary and middle schools be funded, and distributed additional information to Council
members for their review and response.
Marquise Hale feels the Mayor and Council have not been responsive to him or engaging
enough with the community. He would like to sit down and discuss his concerns and questions.
He feels the most important issue facing the community is safety; our kids and youth should
feel protected.
Multiple Councilmembers stated they welcome discussions in any form via phone,
email or in person from the community, and they had not received a message from Mr.
Hale.
Renaldo Terrell Mixon is active with the youth in the community and interns with the school
district. He brought t-shirts for the Council.
Dawn Meader McCausland spoke in support of Camp Kilworth preservation and community
support for this treasure. She is a Planning Commissioner who is interested in the Council
looking at the overall and holistic approach to the design guidelines for the self-storage
businesses. She also spoke in support for the Start Zone Program.
Ventura Asuemu spoke regarding institutional racism and how he would like the Mayor and
Council to engage and be open to more human contact with the citizens who are not
empowered to schedule traditional appointments through their offices. He feels the pipeline to
prison is a real issue facing today's youth and would like to see students prepare to live better
lives and enter the job market and careers over becoming better athletes.
Betty Taylor encouraged citizens who may not have a community event to attend the National
Night Out Event at Town Square Park on August 7 which begins at 4:00 p.m. She also stated
she has been an outspoken resident of Federal Way for 15 years and feels the Mayor and
Council are very responsive even when they disagree on issues. She appreciates their
openness and willingness to meet with her and listen, she feels they are for the citizens.
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Nathanial Cook spoke on behalf of the homeless. Due to multiple circumstances he has fallen
on difficult times and is disappointed in the system. He is getting ready to graduate from
college and is frustrated as a veteran the hoops he has had to jump through in the last three
years.
Tirzah Idahosa spoke regarding current rent increases renters and the need to keep citizens
and families in their homes. She would like the Council to do something to prevent more
homelessness. She would also like to see apprenticeship programs and job training put back
into the schools.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: July 3, 2018 Regular and Special Meeting
b. Authorization to Apply for a Department of Ecology Water Quality Grant-Water Quality
Assessment
c. 2019/2020 Surface Water Maintenance and Services Contract-Authorization to Bid
d. Authorization to Apply for Transportation Improvement Board Grants
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A-D 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
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Council Discussion: Pavement Management System Program Overview
Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler briefed the Council on the cost of
maintaining the roads and the cost of inflation over the years when looking at the impact of
deferred maintenance. She also highlighted the mandatory ADA retrofits and associated
costs which need to be absorbed. The programs lose money based on inflation when
budgets are increased to accurately reflect true costs.
Councilmembers thanked Ms.Winkler for this presentation and asked clarifying questions
regarding ADA ramps and access. It was stated, Federal Way is known for its overlay
program throughout King County and it is concerning to see the program falling behind
due to lack of adequate funding. Councilmember Koppang thanked Ms. Winkler for this
presentation; as Chair of the Land Use/Transportation Committee he feels the community
should understand the true cost of maintaining our roads and how the city is utilizing the
resources available.
b. Valley Narcotics Enforcement Team (VNET)/U.S. Department of Justice, Drug
Enforcement Administration (DEA) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task
Force Agreements
Chief Hwang presented information regarding the proposed agreement. He noted this
agreement continues to address drug trafficking as a part of a multi-jurisdictional team
since 2010. This agreement is time sensitive which is why it did not first go through
Council Committee. The Police Department recommends the Council approve this
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agreement and continue the partnership.
Council thanked Chief Hwang and asked clarifying questions regarding the use of seized
funds and home seizures. Chief Hwang addressed each question and clarified this
agreement authorizes reimbursement for funding of detectives;funds are restricted to be
used to combat drug use.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED APPROVAL OF THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT
ADMINISTRATION MOU AND HIDTA AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY I
FEDERAL WAY POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, DRUG
ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION, AND AUTHORIZE THE CHIEF OF POLICE TO EXECUTE
SAID AGREEMENTS; 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
7. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill#742/Amending Title 19 FWRC Related to Self-Service Storage
Facilities and Design Guidelines
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITIES; REPEALING
FWRC 19.215.130;AND ADDING A NEW SECTION TO CHAPTER 19.115 FWRC;
(AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 17-834.)
Planning Manager Doc Hansen presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the
Self-Service Storage Facilities and Design Guidelines. He reviewed the proposed
changes and highlighted examples for the Council. Mr. Hansen addressed the
concerns Planning Commissioners have with the proposal regarding infringing on
property owners rights; the recommendation from the Commission is to not adopt
these amendments.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE AND
ALLOW THE MEETING TO CONTINUE PAST 10:00 P.M.;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
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Hansen for the presentation and asked clarifying
questions regarding the current moratorium and the proposal they are reviewing
tonight. Council consensus was supportive of the Planning Commission and their
efforts while understanding not every issue can be agreed upon.They appreciate the
time and effort the Commissions take in reviewing and making recommendations to
Council.
Deputy Mayor Honda spoke in support of the Planning Commission and concern
over her understanding of the initial purpose of the moratorium to address the
alarming rate of self-storage applications, not design guidelines.
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City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
AUGUST 14, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The main motion passed 6-1 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda no Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson voiced her support of Start Zone and their services. Sound
Cities Association is currently taking nominations for appointments to various committees and
encouraged council members to coordinate through Deputy Mayor Honda. She shared Sound
Cities Association is hosting a forum on cyber cities please RSVP.
Councilmember Johnson announced the Latinx Block Party which is scheduled for July 21 and
the Multi-Service Center. There will be free immigration legal resources and medical resources
along with entertainment and food.
Councilmember Tran provided no report.
Councilmember Koppang expressed his appreciation for the hard work that went into hosting
the Special Olympics. He acknowledged the hard work of both the Parks and Economic
Development Departments. He highlighted the work involved in working to restore the
blueberries in the Hylebos as done by the We Love Our City Group and referenced upcoming
opportunities for service.
Councilmember Moore went on vacation to Sedona,Arizona and upon his return was reminded
of the beauty of our area which was reinforced after his time away.
Councilmember Duclos commented on the recent rescue of young people stuck in mines by
divers.As a diver, she is aware of the extreme perils of the situation, and was pleased they all
made it out safely.
Deputy Mayor Honda recently attended the South County Area Transportation Board meeting
where 1-5 expansion through additional off-ramps in the future was discussed. She will be
attending King County Board of Health meeting this week. She noted the annual Health Fair
which provides services to homeless and those without medical coverage in King County will
be held in the Fall. She encouraged everyone to attend the Kiwanis Salmon Bake, Friday July
27 at Steel Lake Park and she thanked Suzanne Vargo and the Historical Society who
nominated Camp Kilworth for the recognition it received from the Washington Trust for
Historical Preservation.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 10:29 p.m. Mayor Ferrell stated the Council would recess into Executive Session for
approximately thirty(30) minutes for purpose of discussing potential litigation pursuant to RCW
42.30.11091)(i).
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• Potential Litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
10. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council returned to Chambers at 11:18 p.m. There being nothing further on the
agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting 11:18 p.m.
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