2018-10-02 Council Minutes - Regular CITY OF
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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
October 2, 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 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
Boy Scout Troop 302 led the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO ADD A BUSINESS ITEM FOR
COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON FUNDING THE GET OUT TO VOTE EVENT; SECOND
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON. 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
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Chief of Police Andy Hwang — Police Accountability
Police Chief Andy Hwang provided information and background on the Police Department
including CALEA National Accreditation; Complaints; Use of Force; Training; and the Chief's
Advisory Board.
• Chief's Call/Chief's Advisory Group
He introduced the Chief's Advisory Board Chair Dr. Bob McKenzie. Dr. McKenzie spoke
regarding the group of non-police civilians who advise the Chief of Police on issues that have
an impact on the ongoing relationships with the community.
The Mayor and Council asked questions and received clarification regarding Chief Hwang's
presentation as well as the information presented by Dr. McKenzie.
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b. Status of Hunter v. City of Federal Way
City Attorney Ryan Call provided a broad overview of the defense's view of incident as well as
the court case. The police have investigated the matter internally and found the officers'
actions to be consistent with department policy. He further indicated that an appeal has been
made and arguments for this appeal were outlined.
At 8:31 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be taking a brief three minute recess.
Mayor Ferrell resumed the meeting at 8:36 p.m.
c. Proclamation: Emergency Nurses Week (October 7-13)
Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the proclamation to Andi Foley, Emergency
Services Clinical Nurse Specialist from Saint Francis Hospital. Ms. Foley thanked the Mayor
and Council for recognizing the many dedicated nurses who work tirelessly to take care of the
community.
d. Proclamation: 30th Anniversary of Federal Way Historical Society
Councilmember Duclos read and presented the proclamation to the Federal Way Historical
Society Members Diana Noble-Gulliford and Jerry Knutson. Mr. Knutson thanked the Mayor
and Council for the recognition and noted their full board was in attendance for this honor.
e. Mayor's Day of Concern Report (September 15)
Human Services Coordinator Sarah Bridgeford shared the success of the 2018 Mayor's Day
of Concern Food Drive. This is an annual event with this year's donations totaling 16,105
pounds of food and $803.96 in cash donations. Laura Moser with Waste Management
expressed their delight with participating, specifically noting the curbside pickup service they
provided.
f. Certificate of Appointment—Youth Commission
Councilmember Johnson recognized the appointment of Ainsley Yoshizumi as a voting
member of the Youth Commission.
g. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Update on 2019-2020 Budget Meetings
Mayor Ferrell reported on the progress of the ongoing budget meetings indicating the
next meeting in is scheduled for October 23.
• Report on City's Fall Recycling Event at Wild Waves (September 22)
Public Works Director EJ Walsh reported on the success of the Fall Recycling Event.
Highlights included near record levels of service resulting in:
o 15,860 pounds of shredded documents.
o 104,000 pounds of appliances and scrap metal recycled.
o 250,000 pounds of material recycled or reused.
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• Report on Community Events
Mayor Ferrell plans to attend both the Federal Way Community Care Giving Network
(FWCCN)Annual Souper Supper as well as the Reach Out Breakfast both on October
12 (5:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. respectively).
h. Council Committee Reports
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Councilmember Duclos shared that the Housing and Homelessness Partnership
Presentation was forwarded from the most recent FEDRAC meeting. She indicated
the next FEDRAC meeting is a Special Meeting/Budget Workshop scheduled for
October 8.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)
Councilmember Moore shared the due date for Tourism Enhancement Grant
submittals is October 15 and directed questions to Economic Development Director
Tim Johnson.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
Councilmember Koppang highlighted the projects on the agenda from the Surface
Water Management Division were completed under budget; these funds will move
forward to their 2019 budget for future projects. The Committee also forwarded the
Quiet & Healthy Skies Task Force Report to Council for approval
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
Councilmember Johnson announced that Tuesday, October 9,the Federal Way Youth
Action Team will be presenting with Rugged Genius at the PRHSPS Meeting.
Deputy Mayor Report
Deputy Mayor Honda reported that the final department presentation for the Budget
was at the Special Meeting preceding this meeting and Council would now move
forward into Budget Deliberations. She reminded Council of the open positions on
South Cities Association Boards.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Lyn Idahosa thanked the mayor for looking into the police accountability board as she would
like a commission that can make independent recommendations. She wants to see programs
for kids and youth that would reduce the policing needs in the future.
Dana Hollaway highlighted that three Public Words Department projects reviewed at LUTC
came in under budget. She shared that with limited revenue she does not believe the city
should enter into any additional Interlocal Agreements.
Cheryl Hurst expressed frustration that people are not educating themselves on what it takes to
be a police officer or city councilmember. She reminded people that a first responder is always
entering into an unknown and acts per their training and experience. She suggested after
voicing concerns people should become part of the solution.
Lamont Styles reminded those in attendance that we are a collage of different cultures and are
all human beings. We should be careful of our words and interactions. The citizens and
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councilmembers should work together as we are a team.
Betty Taylor shared that former School Board Member Dr. Mildred 011ee passed away and
recognized the contributions she made to Federal Way. Ms. Taylor stated she is a community
advocate and shared her thoughts on interactions between police and the community.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: September 18, 2018 Regular Meeting; September 26, 2018 Special Meeting;
September 27, 2018 Special Meeting
b. Vouchers—July 2018
c. Voucher—August 2018
d. Monthly Financial Report—July 2018
e. Monthly Financial Report—August 2018
f. Grant Acceptance for Performing Arts & Event Center Sign from 4Culture
g. RESOLUTION: Authorization of a Interfund Loan to PAEC Checking
Account/APPROVED RESOLUTION#18-734
h. 2018 Operable Wall Replacement for Federal Way Community Center
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A-H;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND. 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. South King County Housing & Homelessness Presentation— Information Only
Executive Director Marty Kooistra and Advocacy Mobilization Manager Patience Malaba with
the Housing Development Consortium, shared their proposal for a South King Housing and
Homelessness Partnership (SKHHP) Program. This proposal was to create a formal
collaboration among South King County cities to enhance the ability to meet affordable
housing and homelessness needs. Their efforts to date were highlighted and an invitation was
extended to the city.
Mayor Ferrell and Council thanked Mr. Kooistra and Ms. Malaba for their work as well as their
presentation. Council discussed the challenges and needs within the community as well as
what would be required of the city monetarily to participate as well as what results could be
expected.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE AND
ALLOW THE MEETING TO CONTINUE PAST 10:00 P.M.;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
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b. (Added) Council Discussion on Funding Get out to Vote event
Councilmember Moore introduced a proposal for a financial contribution from the City Council
Budget for a City of Federal Way Rally to Vote event. Councilmember Johnson introduced
Shyan Selah, founder of Brave New World. Mr. Selah outlined his background and vision for
the event.
It was explained the goal of this event would be to increase voter turnout. Mr. Selah was
seeking an endorsement from the Council before moving forward with locating a venue or
vendors. They requested an allocation of$3,500 from City Council professional services fund
to organize a public gathering/festival.
Council expressed support for the idea of increased civic involvement and asked questions
regarding the timing, use of budget dollars, and the possibility of monetary support in
subsequent years after additional planning has been completed.A consensus was reached to
discuss this at a future date.
7. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos had no report.
Councilmember Moore thanked Chief Hwang and City Attorney Call for the information presented at
the meeting. He encouraged additional citizen participation as the budget process continues. He
expressed appreciation to Jeanette Brizendine, Recycling Project Manager, and for her efforts in
donating food to Federal Way Caregivers Network.
Councilmember Koppang spoke regarding afterschool youth engagement as recommended by the
Violence Prevention Coalition Steering Committee. He noted the Boys and Girls Club has been
creating that solution for years. He attended the "Breakfast for Kids" fundraiser event for this club
where a record-breaking total of over$71,000 was raised.
Councilmember Tran reminded those in attendance that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
noting his support by wearing a pink tie. He shared various ideas of what support for the cause could
look like.
Councilmember Johnson shared condolences to the friends and family of Dr. Mildred 011ee. She often
said said "kids are beautiful, brilliant and brimming with hope". His hope is that Council remembers
this sentiment as the budget process moves forward.
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson also expressed condolences to Dr. 011ee's family. She reminisced on
the support Dr. 011ee provided her when she was first elected.
Deputy Mayor Honda attended the"We Love Our City"event working at the blueberry farm as well as
the Lei Project with Betty Taylor. She attended the Valley Cities ribbon cutting this week. She shared
that she and Council understand the budget is a big responsibility and want citizens and business
owners to know they are all taking it seriously.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 11:02 p.m. Mayor Ferrell announced the Council would be recessing into Executive Session for
the purpose of discussing potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for approximately
20 minutes.
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• Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
9. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council returned to Chambers at 11:28 p.m. There being nothing further on the agenda;
Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting 11:28 p.m.
Attest:
S h- ie Courtney
CiY Clerk
Approved by Council: /01(p-201'
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