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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
December 4, 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: 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. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Holiday Tree Lighting at Town Square Park & Jingle Bell Brunch at Federal Way
Community Center
Parks Director John Hutton was pleased to report on two very successful holiday events for
the community. The Holiday Tree Lighting at Town Square Park and the Jingle Bell Brunch at
the Community Center were both well attended. He thanked staff and sponsors who
supported these family favorite events.
• City Council Meeting Schedule
Mayor Ferrell provided a reminder that this is the last scheduled City Council meeting of the
year. The December 18, 2018 meeting was canceled, as is typically done to allow staff and
Councilmember holiday time.
He was pleased to announce the members of the Veterans Committee include Deputy Mayor
Susan Honda; Dan Altmeyer; Frank Bannister; Roger Flygare; James Fossos; Bill Gates;
Gene Hunt; Bon Kellogg, Sr.; Lori Steinhorst; Bill Vadino, and Yarden Weidenfeld. Mayor
Ferrell stated this committee will meet to discuss and make sure the veterans in the
community have a voice.
b. Council Committee Reports
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• Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)
Councilmember Duclos reviewed the agenda items that went through the last and noted the
next meeting will be January 22, 2019.
• Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)
Councilmember Moore reported the next meeting of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will
be December 12 at the Best Western Hotel at noon; discussion will center on off-season
tourism.
• Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC)
Councilmember Koppang reported on good news regarding a $739K savings in project
efficiencies due to contractor and staff collaboration on the 356th to Enchanted Parkway
project. The next meeting will be Monday, January 7 at 5:00 p.m. and will include an update
on airport related issues.
• Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)
where Johnson announced the December 11 meeting w he e d
iscussion will take
place regarding the annual Arts Commission Work Plan, CDBG Action Plan, and Mary's
Shelter. There will also be a presentation regarding the recommendations of the
Homelessness Task Force.
• Deputy Mayor Report
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Since the previous Council Meeting Deputy Mayor Honda researched the proper protocol to
follow when a councilmember recuses him or herself. She indicated that attorneys have
varying opinions on what is appropriate when this occurs. She would like to see a policy
established as a part of the Council Rules of Procedure to guide future discussions and
eliminate confusion.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Dana Hollaway thanked Council for restoring funding to the Police Department budget and
outlined ten concerns she believes the Council and City need to address including the recent
SEPA decision (IRG property); the budget shortfall; public safety; and air traffic
noise/pollution. She thanked city staff members who have secured grant money for projects.
David Harrison, Vice President of the FUSION Board of Directors, shared the purpose and
results of their services. He indicated that the proposed project that received a grant from King
County is only in the planning stages; there are many conversations to be had and decisions
to be made.
Richard Pierson spoke on as a member of the Save Weyerhaeuser Board. He spoke against
the current proposal and asked Council to reduce the impact of proposed development.
Scott Chase spoke regarding the need for additional Police Officers siting specific incidents.
He asked Council to find additional revenue to fund public safety.
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Chief of Police Andy Hwang clarified that there was one shooting on Thanksgiving
Day; noting a misprint in the crime blotter. There was an arrest related to the
robbery that took place.
Valorie Meads, Grouse Point resident, shared concerns regarding the proposed location of
the FUSION Transition Housing project.
Sharon English declined to speak.
Keli Johnson, aunt of Demario Johnson, shared the family's experience and distress at the
lack of responsibility and concern from Café Arizona. She implored Council to help ensure
businesses are insured, prepared, and safe.
Allison Taylor expressed appreciation to the community for their support both emotionally and
monetarily in her time of need. She spoke in support of the Federal Way Youth Action team
and shared her view on multiple ongoing issues within Federal Way. She also requested
support for Demario Johnson.
Julie Hiller, member of Light of Christ Church, spoke in support of the FUSION transitional
housing project. She wants to help families and this type of facility can help.
Pastor Ted Werfelmann has served at Light of Christ Church for 20 years. He shared the
FUSION Transition Housing project is not something they sought out, but came to them.They
have been prayerful as they have deliberated how they can help people.
Jack Dovey spoke about Federal Way Community Caregivers Network sharing that they give
a helping hand to those in need with rent assistance and meals.Their main mission is to keep
people in their homes.
Lamont Styles shared his experience with Rugged Genius and feels they are not considered
part of the whole community. He stated that police are not the only solution; he asked that
other options be considered.
Debra Hansen read a letter on behalf of the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus President, Lori
Sechrist. She expressed disappointment for the non-responsiveness of the city regarding the
MDNS comments. She also addressed the new IRG website and what she feels is
misinformation.
Lyn Idahosa spoke regarding the report from the Mayor's Task Force Against Homelessness
and is hopeful it will be an actionable report. She was disappointed with the vote on the
Federal Way Youth Action Team and the response to transitional housing. She asked that
marijuana shops be added to the ballot.
David Harrison read a letter on behalf of Peqqy LaPorte, founder of FUSION, regarding the
proposed project at Light of Christ Church.
Letter read by City Clerk from Leah Boehem Brady
regarding air monitoring.
Cynthia Ricks Maccotan, CHI Franciscan Health Violence Prevention Coordinator, spoke in
support of the 2019 Legislative Agenda, specifically the proposal for $200K to launch a
resource center for youth.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
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a. Minutes: November 20, 2018 Special and Regular Meeting
b. Monthly Financial Report—October 2018
c. Vouchers—October 2018
d. Hylebos Harmonics Public Art for the PAEC— Project Acceptance
e. Washington Safe City Grant Award
f. APC Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Replacement RFP Award
g. Safe City Equipment Upgrade Phase 2 RFQ Award
h. Traffic Signal Communications Upgrade Equipment
i. Community System
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j. Resolution: 2019 Fee Schedule
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH J ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA; 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
At 8:13 p.m. Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing.
a. 2019/2020 Human Services General Fund Grant Funding Recommendations
• Staff Report
CDBG/Human Services Coordinator Sarah Bridgeford gave a presentation on the Community
Services Grant Funding for 2019 and 2020. Estimated funding available is $536,000. The
application period was March 5, 2018 through April 10, 2018 and Federal Way received 86
applications(71 applications were considered complete and on-time; 14 were incomplete;and
1 was submitted after the deadline).
The Human Services Commission met to evaluate and discuss the applications and develop
preliminary funding recommendations which address the following:
a. Basic Human Services Needs
b. Individual and Community Safety
c. Development of a Comprehensive Human Services Network &
Services for Persons with Special Needs
d. Support Low-Income Families with Children
• Citizen Comment
Dana Hollaway thanked the Human Services Commission and city staff who reviewed the
applications and made recommendations. She acknowledged it is especially challenging as
the requests exceed the amount of available money.
Cynthia Ricks Maccotan expressed gratitude as a resident to Council, staff, and the Human
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Services Commission. She noted the amount allocated to this fund has not increased for
years and she asked that Council consider adjusting it. The additional funds would enable
them to provide even more support than they do.
Christy Abram, founder of Brown Girls Write, spoke regarding their therapeutic services and
what she believes the program can offer individuals in Federal Way if they are funded.
• Council Discussion/Questions
Councilmembers thanked Ms. Bridgeford for the presentation and asked various clarifying
questions including if the four strategies can be revisited in the future to possibly update or
grow new programs for the city. Jeff Watson, Community Services Manager, agreed the
strategies created 22 years ago may need to be reviewed and possibly updated.
Councilmembers also asked for more information on the Federal Way Youth Action team and
possible intentional funding for the Violence Prevention Coalition recommendations.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED
2019-2010 HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL FUND GRANT FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS AT
8:29 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
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2019-2020 HUMAN SERVICES
GENERAL FUND GRANTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $536,000 WITH DIRECTION TO STAFF THAT
SHOULD THE FUNDING FOR HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL FUND GRANTS BE GREATER
THAN ANTICIPATED, THE HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION WILL SELECT, AT A FUTURE
MEETING, SPECIFIC PROGRAMS TO BE RECOMMENDED FOR RECEIVING ADDITIONAL
FUNDING, AND SHOULD FUNDING DECREASE, A PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT WILL BE
ADMINISTRATIVELY MADE BY STAFF TO ALL GRANTS EXCEPT TO THOSE THAT WOULD
RESULT IN A GRANT AMOUNT LESS THAN$5,000; 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
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
a. 2018 Pavement Markings—Contract Award
Senior Traffic Engineer Erik Preston gave a brief presentation regarding the 2018 Pavements
Markings contract. He noted the city solicited electronic quotes from three contractors on the
small works roster in late November. Stripe Rite Inc., is the lowest responsive, responsible
bidder with a bid of$34,879.00.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO AWARD THE 2018 PAVEMENT MARKINGS
CONTRACT TO STRIPE RITE INC., THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE, RESPONSIBLE BIDDER IN
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THE AMOUNT OF $34,879.00, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN SAID AGREEMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON 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. ROW Landscape Maintenance—Authorization for Staffing
Public Works Director EJ Walsh gave a brief staff report regarding recent changes in the
State Department of Labor and Industries prevailing wages for landscape maintenance from
$17.87 per hour to $37.67 per hour. Federal Way has 31 acres of formal landscaping (street
trees, irrigation, mow strips, median beds, shrubs, and tree wells) which need maintenance
along with additional services such as litter control and garbage/recycle receptacle
maintenance. He noted our city is not alone in having to come up with an alternative plan as
the increase in overall costs has priced the service of private contractors out of the public
sector's available budget.
Mr.Walsh stated after much consideration,the plan proposed includes service reductions and
adding two(2) new full time staff(one crew lead and one maintenance worker—per the union
contract). This team will utilize seasonal temporary staff. In addition to staffing, he reviewed a
list of materials and equipment which will need for this program. He provided the total staffing
costs for each position based on the union negotiated contract, and estimated costs of initial
and ongoing costs.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Walsh for his presentation and asked clarifying questions
regarding the estimated salaries for the two positions; his totals included salary and benefits.
Council comments also included questions regarding the level of the pay range and the need
for a lead position. Mr. Walsh restated the salary and requirements of a lead position is all
dictated from the negotiated labor contract.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF TWO(2)FULL-TIME
EMPLOYEE POSITIONS FOR RIGHT OF WAY MAINTENANCE AND APPROVAL OF THE RIGHT
OF WAY LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TO START IN 2019. COUNCILMEMBER
DUCLOS 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. Authorizing the Finance Director to Certify the Levy
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola noted this authorizes him to certify the levy once approved
by Council later this evening on tonight's agenda.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO CERTIFY
THE LEVY TO THE COUNTY LEGISLATORS; 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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d. 2019 Legislative Agenda
Senior Policy Advisor Yarden Weidenfeld made a brief presentation regarding the 2019
Legislative Agenda. He noted he heard not additional feedback following the last City Council
Meeting.
Council expressed the desire to send a joint letter to the Federal Way School Board to request
they add Airport Issues on the School Districts Legislative Agenda.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO WRITE A LETTER ON BEHALF
OF THE COUNCIL{TO REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD INCLUDE AIRPORT ISSUES ON THEIR
LEGISLATIVE AGENDA); COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-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
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE 2019 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA AS
PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-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
8. ORDINANCES
Second Reading/Enactment
a. Council Bill #747 Abandoned Shopping Carts Regulations
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
SHOPPING CART REGULATION;AMENDING FWRC 07.03.020 AND 07.03.040,AND
ADDING NEW CHAPTER 07.25 FWRC.(Amending Ordinance Nos.09-596; 10-669;and
12-715)
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE.
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-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
b. Council Bill #748 Complete Streets Policy Revisions
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
COMPLETE STREETS POLICY REVISION TO BUILD STREETS FOR ALL USERS
AND TRAVEL MODES; AMENDING FWRC 19.135.205(Amending Ordinance No. 12-
718)
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City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
Council asked for clarification how this ordinance applies to private developments.
Public Works Director EJ Walsh noted this ordinance is codifying current process for
public projects and public streets. Mr.Walsh spoke more specifically to answer direct
questions regarding hypothetical situations regarding variance requests and other
application processes on private property.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
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 #749 - 2019-2020 Biennial Budget
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
BUDGET AND FINANCE, ADOPTING THE 2019-2020 BIENNIAL BUDGET.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED BUDGET;
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG SECOND.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO MODIFY THE PENDING MOTION BY MODIFYING THE
BUDGET TO USE$161,000 OF RESERVE ACCOUNT MONEY TO FUND TWO(2)ON-GOING FTE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(IT)DEPARTMENT POSITIONS(1-FTE APPLICATION ANALYST
$100,472 AND 1- FTE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT $59,794); COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-
DAWSON SECOND.
Discussion centered on the use of reserve funds for ongoing staff positions.
Councilmembers while acknowledging the need for additional FTE's in the IT
Department which supports all city departments, were not fully supportive of using
reserve funds. Deputy Mayor Honda asked the Mayor for opportunity to fully fund
these positions in the 2019 budget adjustment.
Deputy Mayor Honda withdrew her amendment.
Councilmembers continued to discuss the status of budget and asked Finance
Director Ade Ariwoola questions regarding the Intra-fund loan and bonding. Council
asked the conversation on items not currently funded continue, and requested this
topic be added to the Council Retreat agenda in January. Director Ariwoola agreed the
city needs sustainable revenue moving forward.
Councilmember Tran expressed concern over the proposed budget, including debt
service payments for the Performing Arts and Event Center, the continued pay
disparagement between represented and non-represented employees, and the
decrease in the ending fund balance. Councilmember Johnson feels the current
budget does not address the Council priorities outlined at the last retreat; not
supporting the proposed budget.
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Deputy Mayor Honda asked for additional information regarding the timing of the bond
in 2019. Finance Director Ariwoola stated that discussion will happen in early 2019.
Deputy Mayor requested a special meeting in January to discuss revenue options.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES AND EXTEND THE MEETING
PAST 10:00 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
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
Councilmember continued to discuss their concerns with the proposed budget and the
need for more sustainable revenue in the future. Council discussed the possibility of
adding an additional meeting prior to the end of the year.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS CALLED THE QUESTION; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG
SECOND. The motion failed 4-3 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson no Councilmember Moore no
Councilmember Johnson no Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran no
Council discussion continued on the proposed budget.
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO AMEND THE PENDING MOTION IN THE FOLLOWING
MANNER: TO DIP INTO THE FEDERAL WAY POLICE DEPARTMENT OVERTIME BUDGET BY
$25,000 TO FUND FEDERAL WAY YOUTH ACTION TEAM IN 2019, UNTIL THE FIRST BUDGET
AMENDMENT IN 2019;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
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON MOVED TO AMEND THE PENDING MOTION TO
APPROVE THE BUDGET TO MODIFY THE MAYOR'S PROPOSED BUDGET TO MOVE $26,000
FROM THE POLICE OVERTIME BUDGET TO FUND THE SOUTH KING COUNTY HOUSING &
HOMELESS PARTNERSHIP FOR 2019 TO BE REPLACED AT THE FIRST BUDGET AMENDMENT
IN 2019; DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA 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
Main motion (approval of the Council Bill #749) as amended passed 5-2 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson no Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran no
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d. Council Bill #750 - 2019 Property Tax Levy
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
FIXING THE PROPERTY TAX AMOUNT FOR THE YEAR OF 2019.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
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
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos declined providing a report and left the meeting at 11:18 p.m.
Councilmember Moore expressed appreciation for the amendments made to the budget;
through these a message has been sent to the youth of the city. He anticipates additional
conversations which will lead to budget amendments in the coming year.
Councilmember Koppang hopes the message provided is that the Council is both fiscally
responsible while remaining committed to looking at innovation and addressing the needs of
the community. He acknowledges there is a lot to do in the years ahead.
Councilmember Tran wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Councilmember Johnson stated that the meeting was a first step; that both IT and issues
surrounding homelessness were not addressed. He hopes to do so in the coming year. He
wants to improve as a city and believes it will take the reallocation of funds to do so.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson thanked Council for their hard work and wished everyone a
Merry Christmas.
Deputy Mayor Honda indicated that she will continue to advocate for additional funding to
increase IT staffing levels as well as address homelessness.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting on at
11:21 p.m.
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