2018-08-14 Council Minutes - RegularCITY OF
Federal Way
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
August 14, 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, Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember
Jesse Johnson, Councilmember Hoang Tran, Councilmember Martin Moore, and Councilmember Dini
Duclos.
City staff in attendance: City Attorney Ryan Call and City Clerk Stephanie Courtney.
Deputy Mayor Susan Honda and Councilmember Mark Koppang participated via phone.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute.
Mayor Ferrell spoke on the sudden loss of a young man in the community. He asked for a
moment of silence in honor of Federal Way High School student Allen Harris.
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION AND RECEPTION HONORING RETIRING PUBLIC
WORKS DIRECTOR MARWAN SALLOUM
Mayor Ferrell read and presented long-time city employee and Public Works Director Marwan
Salloum with a plaque of appreciation. For over twenty years, Mr. Salloum has demonstrated his
dedication and commitment to not only his staff, but the community as a whole. The Mayor praised
Mr. Salloum's high work ethic and attention to the large issues such as snow and ice weather events,
the massive road and street improvements, but also his knowledge and attention to the small issues
that are happening in the city.
Mr. Salloum thanked the Mayor and Council and specifically thanked and advocated for his amazing
Public Works staff. He is proud of many accomplishments over the years including obtaining a quarter
of a billion dollars over the years in grant funding to assist major improvements throughout the city. He
asked the Council to look at funding more competitive salaries for employees so we do not continue
to lose great staff to neighboring municipalities. After retirement, he will be splitting time between
Washington and Florida with his new grandbaby.
Councilmember Moore thanked Marwan for his years of service and dedication to the city; he looks
forward EJ Walsh continuing the high level of service Marwan has always maintained.
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Councilmember Duclos thanked Marwan for his years to the city; she wishes him well in retirement
and noted she has learned a lot from him.
Councilmember Johnson concurred and considers Marwan a strong asset to the city always being
gracious, responsive and efficient to not only the Council, but the community. Councilmember Assefa-
Dawson thanked Marwan for the years she worked on staff, and the years she has worked with him
as a Councilmember; she has always felt there was not a question he could not answer.
Councilmember Hoang thanked Marwan for his dedication to the city and his staff; he wishes him well
in his retirement with his family. Deputy Mayor Honda stated it has been a pleasure to work with
Marwan and she agrees there was no question he could not answer or find an answer for; she
congratulated him on his new grandbaby.
At 7:27 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be recessing for a brief reception honoring
the retirement of Marwan Salloum. Mayor Ferrell called the meeting back to order at the hour of 7:43
p.m.
The Mayor reconfirmed Deputy Mayor Honda and Councilmember Koppang were still participating
and connected via phone conference from Iowa and Wisconsin respectively.
4. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor's Quiet and Healthy Skies Task Force Report
Senior Advisor Yarden Weidenfeld briefed Council on the recent task force report regarding the
SeaTac Airport. Mr. Weidenfeld recognized John Resing, former Chair of the Task Force, and the
current members: David Berger, William Brough, Chris Hall, and Britt Ohlig who individually spoke to
portions of the report. The in-depth report details flight operations and impacts on the community and
provides suggestions and a possible road map for strategy in dealing with abatment or mitigation of
the current and future growth. Concerns include noise and health impacts as well as property values
and quality of life for the residents who live under the flight paths.
Mr. Weidenfeld noted there is a public meeting at the Federal Way Community Center on September
17 at 5:30 p.m. where the Port of Seattle will be taking public comment and input; he encouraged the
Council and interested citizens to attend.
The Mayor and Councilmembers thanked Mr. Weidenfeld and the task force members for all of
their hard work on this informative report.
b. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
Mayor Ferrell was pleased to report the city received notification from King County Councilmember
Pete von Reichbauer of a $100,000 grant allocation for improved signage at the Performing Arts and
Event Center.
The Mayor also reported on attending the memorial service for fallen Kent Police Officer Diego
Moreno on July 31 along Chief Hwang and other city and community leaders. He noted the ceremony
was very moving and was a wonderful tribute to a fallen hero. Our thoughts are with his family and the
Kent Police Department.
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Flavor of Federal Way — Saturday, August 18
Diversity Commission Chair Greg Baruso reported on the first annual Flavor of Federal Way, a
celebration of diversity in the community. The event will take place at Town Square Park on August 18
and is a multi -cultural event with food, music, art, and dance. They anticipate over 60 vendors and
seven (7) food vendors. Mr. Baruso thanked the many community sponsors of this event.
Movie in the Park — "Wonder" Saturday, August 25
Deputy Parks Director Steve Ikerd stated the next movie night in the park will be held on August 25 at
Town Square Park beginning at approximately 8:30 p.m. The free family -friendly movie is "Wonder"
and includes free popcorn.
National Night Out Recap
Police Chief Hwang reported on National Night Out events held on August 7 throughout the city. He
noted this annual event is designed to bring communities together and raise awareness to be vigilant
in their neighborhoods and stand against crime. Police and Fire Department representatives visited
over 22 residential gatherings and 12 multi -family events; along with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and
Councilmembers.
Report on Community Events
Mayor Ferrell also reported on his attendance at various successful community events including the
Kiwanis Salmon Bake at Steel Lake Park on July 27; FUSION held at Dumas Bay on August 1; and
Friendship Day on August 25 at Town Square Park. He thanked the many dedicated service groups
and individuals who work so hard on behalf of the community.
c. Council Committee Reports
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Chair Duclos reported the August meeting has been canceled to allow for summer vacations; the next
regular meeting will be in September. The next special meeting is scheduled for September 10. She
encouraged feedback from business owners on revenue options. Regular meetings are the 4'h
Tuesday of every month.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)
Councilmember Moore noted LTAC also did not have an August meeting. They are currently in
transition with the Committee members. He recently met with Mike Dunwiddie on ideas for promotion
in the off-season.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
Councilmember Koppang reported on items recently coming through his committee including asphalt
overlay and the new adaptive traffic signal program which will go out to bid. The next meeting of the
LTAC meeting will be September 10, due to the holiday.
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
Councilmember Johnson reported on the PRHSPS meeting held this evening prior to the Council
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meeting. He noted the Homelessness Task Force has been providing updates regularly on their
accomplishments through the four sub -groups. He thanked Yarden Weidenfeld and the citizens
working hard on this important issue. He is hopeful to get the final report prior to the finalization of the
budget.
5. CITIZEN COMMENT
Rose Ratteray congratulated Marwan Salloum on his retirement and spoke highly of him and
his staff. She spoke to her concerns regarding school safety and would like to see the city be
proactive in plans for our schools.
Mayor Ferrell noted both the Police Department and the city's Emergency Manager
Ray Gross have been working with the school district on these issues and are making
plans for the district and each school.
Irene Sandback lives on 6th Avenue SW and has been concerned with traffic for the last 30
years. She thanked the Public Works Department and Traffic Engineer Erik Preston for their
assistance she is hopeful to see speed bumps in her neighborhood.
Public Works Director Salloum noted this item is on tonight's consent agenda for
Council approval.
Margaret Nelson has read the Quiet Skies Task Force report and urged citizens to read it and
become informed on this issue. She feels this is an excellent detailed report with many
suggestions for moving forward with possible mitigation of the negative impacts the
community is experiencing.
Doug Ostbye would like to see the police department increase enforcement of cell phone use
while driving. He is also concerned over the length of time there has been construction near
Highway 99 (Pacific Highway South) and Costco.
Dana Hollaway thanked the members of Quiet and Healthy Skies Report; she encouraged
everyone to read the report. She thanked the Mayor and Council for working on this issue and
urges them to adopt the recommendations included in the report. She is concerned with
health impact and property values.
Lori Sechrist updated Council on the accomplishments of the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus
group over the last 24 months. They are looking for a solution for this regionally and nationally
recognized property for both the residents and IRG.
Lamont Styles would like to see the recommendations of the Homelessness Task Force be
finalized before the budget document. He congratulated Public Works Director Salloum for his
retirement and years of service to the city. He is interested in the flight plans and the airport
noise issue, and would like to see the Council engage in more direct dialog with the citizens to
get feedback.
Scot Henderson spoke on behalf of Federal Way National Little League. He is looking to
partner with the city in obtaining a grant from King County for upgrades to the field. He
thanked the Mayor and Council for their support of the program over the years.
Nathaniel Cook spoke as an advocate for the struggle of a homeless veteran. He thanked the
Mayor and Council for their time and is currently seeking housing.
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John Resing noted there will be a meeting tomorrow afternoon regarding the Port of Seattle
and the University of Washington study. He has not yet read the data however he feels the
Council should look and take legislative action to extend the comment period for this process.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO SEND A COLLECTIVE LETTER [FROM THE MAYOR
AND COUNCIL] TO THE PORT OF SEATTLE REQUESTING AN EXTENSION OF COMMENT
PERIOD BY A MINIMUM OF 60 -DAYS ON THE SCOPING PROJECT FOR THE AIRPORT
EXPANSION PROGRAM; 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. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: July 17, Regular and Special Meetings
b. Monthly Financial Report — June 2018
c. Vouchers — June 2018
d. RecTrac Recreation Management System
e. 2019 Asphalt Overlay Program - Preliminary Project List and Authorization to Bid
Enterprise "18 NTS — 6th Ave SW (SW 356th Street to SW 368th Street)
g. RESOLUTION: Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Services Procurement Process —
pulled and approved separately
h. Adaptive Traffic Signal Control System Phases I & II — Authorization for Bids &
Proposals
Performing Arts and Event Center - Project Acceptance
j. Performing Arts and Event Center — Authorization to Bid Production Lighting Fixtures
Acquisition
Mayor Ferrell read the consent agenda items into the record. Councilmember Duclos pulled
item g: RESOLUTION: Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Services Procurement Process for
separate consideration.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A -F; AND H -J
AS PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as
follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
Consent Agenda g: RESOLUTION: Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Services Procurement
Process.
Councilmember Duclos requested a citizen survey be done to ensure the citizens have a
voice on the process. Public Works Director Marwan Salloum noted they will be conducting a
survey which will include questions such as what types of service you would like to see and
how satisfied are you with the current service.
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Councilmembers would like to see the survey prior to its distribution, and would like it pushed
to social media with hard copies available at City Hall.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEM G- RESOLUTION: SOLID WASTE &
RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES PROCUREMENT PROCESS; 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. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. Authorization to Apply for the Seattle Aquarium Youth Ocean Advocates Grant Fund/
Storming the Sound with Salmon High School Program Development Project
Surface Water Public Education and Outreach Coordinator Katherine Straus presented
information on the grant opportunity for the Storming the Sound with Salmon program.
Due to the program timelines this request is presented to Council and bypassed the
committee level. The request is for $1,740 which will cover the cost of water quality
monitoring equipment for high school students.
Councilmembers thanked Ms. Straus for the presentation and noted this is a great
program and opportunity.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO AUTHORIZE SWM STAFF TO APPLY FOR THE
YOUTH OCEAN ADVOCATES GRANT FUND; COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE AND
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10:00 P.M.; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. The motion
passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
8. ORDINANCES
Second Reading/Enactment:
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
a. Council Bill # 742/ Amending Title 19 FWRC Related to Self -Service Storage Facilities
and Design Guidelines/APPROVED ORD #18-853
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO DESIGN
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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.)
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
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
First and Second Reading/Enactment:
b. Council Bill #743/ Self -Storage Moratorium Termination APPROVED ORD #18-854
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, TERMINATING THE
MORATORIUM ON THE EXPANSION OR CREATION OF SELF-SERVICE STORAGE
FACILITIES IMPOSED BY ORDINANCE 17-838, AND REPEALING SAID ORDINANCE.
Planning Manager Doc Hansen gave a brief report to Council noting this action simply
terminates the current moratorium which was imposed by Ordinance 17-838 earlier
than anticipated.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULE 2.2 SUBSECTION 8 FOR
FIRST READING AND ENACTMENT OF THE ORDINANCE ON THE SAME DATE;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED
ORDINANCE TERMINATING THE SELF -STORAGE MORATORIUM; COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS
SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda
yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson
yes
Councilmember Johnson
yes
Councilmember Tran
yes
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson participated in National Night out and met a new Federal Way
resident who appreciated the participation of the city officials. She will be out of town and unable to
attend the Movie in the Park or Flavor of Federal Way.
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Councilmember Johnson attended a community event at Truman High School on August 4. He is
partnering with the Federal Way Youth Action Team to take approximately thirty youth to the Federal
Court House in Seattle where they will learn about different law -based careers. He is excited to attend
the Flavor of Federal Way.
Councilmember Hoang met with Save Weyerhaeuser Campus representatives and toured the former -
Weyerhaeuser campus; he shared his intent to work with all parties to find a win-win resolution. He
announced the Federal Way branch of the Washington State Department of Social and Health
Services (DSHS) is currently conducting an outreach program where staff visits community based
organizations to assist those in need.
Councilmember Moore expressed appreciation for those who worked behind the scenes to make the
Flavor of Federal Way Festival a success. He visited the Abbe Vineyard Winery which is the first
locally owned winery. He shared his support for the preservation of both the former -Weyerhaeuser
property and Camp Kilworth.
Councilmember Duclos met with purchaser of Camp Kilworth and believes there is good news that will
be forthcoming regarding the Camp Kilworth property. She also expressed appreciation for the
economic development team and their ongoing progress within the community.
Councilmember Koppang communicated his appreciation for the We Love Our City Group and their
work at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park. He recognized Public Works Director Marwan Salloum and
Public Information Officer Cathy Schrock who were both served the city well.
Deputy Mayor Honda reported over eight hundred people attended the 62nd Annual Salmon Bake at
Steel Lake Park and expressed gratitude to all the Kiwanians who served. She thanked Betty Taylor
for bringing individuals together throughout the city by having a National Night Out Event at Town
Square Park. She recognized and congratulated the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus group for two
years of public engagement.
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting 10:12 p.m.
Attest:
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City Clerk 0
Approved by Council: o+oq- 1 ff
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