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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
January 2, 2019 — 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: 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. Proclamation: National Mentoring Month —this item was postponed to the next meeting
on January 15, 2019.
b. Introduction of City Council Mentees
Councilmember Johnson was pleased to introduce the first group of Mentees for the
City Council Emerging Leaders Program. The mentees introduced were: Brigitte
Jimenez, Chloe Barrier, Hanna Santiago, Hope Sichel, Katie Astruon, and Marcel
Manjares.
c. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
Mayor's Homeless Task Force Report - Mayor Ferrell reported on the Special Meeting
held at 5:00 p.m. where the final report from the Homeless Task Force was reviewed. He
thanked Yarden Weidenfeld, Sharry Edwards, and task force members who worked on
these important recommendations.
Report on Regional and Community
Events - Mayor Ferrell reportedorted on recent events
including the Federal Way High School Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening on December 5;
the Sound Cities Association Annual Meeting on December 5; the King County Veterans
Workshop Job Fair on December 11; the Chamber Quarterly City Update on December
11; and the Federal Way Rotary Meeting regarding SeaTac Airport Issues held on
December 13.
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d. Council Committee Reports
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee(FEDRAC)-Chair Duclos
reported the last meeting in December was canceled; no further report.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee(LTAC)-Chair Moore reported the next meeting will be
Wednesday, at City Hall in the Hylebos Room beginning at 10:30 a.m.
Land Use/Transportation Committee(LUTC)-Chair Koppang reported the next meeting
will be Monday, January 7 in Council Chambers and highlighted items on the agenda
including the first final plat approval for cottage housing.
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee(PRHSPS)-Chair Johnson
reported the next meeting will be next Tuesday, January 8..
Deputy Mayor Report - Deputy Mayor Honda reported on the accomplishments of the
Council in 2018. She reviewed the Council goals as set at the 2018 Council Retreat;
training opportunities; regional representation; the number of proclamations issues and
meetings attended at City Hall. She encouraged citizens to contact Councilmembers via
email or phone to discuss issues important to them.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Mark Czaplewski spoke regarding an article he read in the Federal Way Mirror stating that the
State gave Federal Way a grant of $100,000. He spoke in favor of using the grant for the
FUSION project instead of using the money for a mother and children's shelter in Burien.
Tim Lookabaugh spoke regarding his concerns about the proposed placement of transitional
housing in conjunction with Light of Christ Church.
Karen Brugato spoke regarding the Admissions Tax and expressed her concerns of the
potential negative effects it has on non-profit organizations in Federal Way.
Linda Campbell spoke in support of using the$100,000 grant from the State of Washington to
help women and children on the streets make it through the winter. However she urges Light
of Christ Church and FUSION to find a site that is better suited and zoned properly.
Greggory Busch, on behalf of AT&T, thanked Council for the opportunity to speak regarding
the second interim ordinance. He spoke on technical concerns and language standards.
AT&T offered to work with City of Federal Way staff to adjust language to make it more
technically pleasing.
Peggy LaPorte thanked the mayor for the opportunity to serve on the Homeless Task Force
and the knowledge she has gained through that experience. She spoke in favor of the
FUSION project and stated that this is our city's golden opportunity to help those in need. She
asked Council to consider rezoning the Light of Christ property.
Kathy Wallace is a volunteer with St.Vincent DePaul Society and has worked for the Federal
Way School District for 48 years. A grant from the City to St. Vincent DePaul Society has
allowed them to help families in need and help keep children in their current schools. She
spoke against removing these families in need from their Federal Way community and
relocating them to Burien.
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Dennis LaPorte spoke urging council to put further thought into the possibility of bussing
students and families in need outside of the city. He shared his opinion that this sends a
negative message. Mr. LaPorte asked that the Homeless Task Force put further consideration
into how the $100,000 grant could be best used.
Linda Kochmar spoke in favor of using the $100,000 grant from the state within the city of
Federal Way. She believes the city is behind the ball on addressing the issue of finding a
place for homeless families to live.
Joseph Conner volunteers at the Federal Way Day Center where he commonly sees moms
and babies come in. He shared his concerns about the commute between Burien and Federal
Way and the lack of public transportation. He also expressed concern about the possibility of
mothers and fathers being separated by sending mothers and children in need to Burien.
Roger Flygare read a statement inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. He also spoke in favor of
the FUSION project and helping families in need in Federal Way
Lori Sechrist spoke regarding the IRG rebranding of the Weyerhaeuser campus to the
Woodbridge Corporate Park. She shared concerns that the IRG plan does not value the
community and property. The city is faced with a one-time opportunity to make a difference
and to focus on the environment, the region, and the many generations to follow.
Anna Patrick shared her opinion that she would have liked to be included in the Homeless
Task Force or that more members from the community should be given a voice in the matter.
Willa Gaines asked Council to take the time needed to review the use of the$100,000 grant.
She feels the money is best used to start a family shelter in Federal Way.
Walter Kostecka spoke in favor of the FUSION project. He believes inclusion and compassion
are important and appreciates the diversification of our community. He spoke questioning why
society fears the homeless or why we support ventures like FUSION so long as they are not
near us.
Lelah Vega spoke in support of the ordinance amendment; however there are two items in the
Interim Code that are a challenge. Current code allows an antenna to extend six inches above
the pole however, 12 inches is more feasible. Also, there is a 10 foot height cap which may
not accommodate PSE requirements.
Dana Gains spoke on behalf of FUSION as is currently going through the program. She and
her three children became homeless after losing her job. This program has helped her and
her children.
Shannan St. Claire is a 25 year resident of Federal Way and has lived in her current home
near Light of Christ Church for 20 years. She spoke in support of FUSION however not in the
proposed location.
Anne Cutting spoke in favor of helping families in need, but does not support a multi-family
residence going into a single-family neighborhood. She mentioned the success that FUSION
has had placing families in single units dispersed throughout the city. This model allows us to
help families now and not years from now after spending the money on a new building.
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Lamont Styles spoke of his appreciation for the citizens who attend the council meetings. He
looks forward to coming together in 2019 to find solutions to help improve Federal Way.
Tammy Barrier thanked the Homeless Task Force and FUSION for their work. She supports
the efforts of FUSION but is not in support of the proposed location at Light of Christ Church.
She urges a new location be considered.
Mr. Patrick spoke reminding community members that this is their home and that they have a
right to speak up. He also spoke regarding concerns he has regarding some of the city
policies and the potential impact they may have.
James Barrier agrees that we need to help support everyone in our community. He urged
Council to look deeper into what impacts might be and to not overlook some of the issues that
might come with a multi-family facility.
Lynn Idahosa shared that she was disappointed in the Homeless Task Force report.She also
shared concerns around the$100,000 grant and shared her opinion that the funds should be
used to address the homeless situation in Federal Way.
Suzanne Vargo spoke regarding her concerns of the potential rezoning of the area near Light
of Christ Church for the FUSION project. She expressed worry that if we make an exception to
rezone that area it will lead to rezoning in other residential areas.She proposed this project be
done in a more appropriate area.
Donna Williams retired after 20 years at YWCA where she served as a case manager for
families. She reminded Council these families in need are ordinary people and spoke in favor
of FUSION.
Letter read by City Clerk from Lynn Ormsby regarding her concerns of the article released by
the Federal Way Mirror.
Letter read by City Clerk from Dr. Tammy Campbell regarding students who are homeless in
the Federal Way Public Schools.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: December 4, 2018 Regular and Special Meeting Minutes
b. South 356th (Pacific Highway South to Enchanted Parkway South) Improvement
Project— Project Acceptance
c. Sound Transit TDLE Project Administration Agreement
d. Authorization to Lease SWM Property for Temporary Parking
e. RESOLUTION: Authorization to Accept Grant Funding for Transportation Improvement
Projects/APPROVED RESO#19-747
f. Arts Commission Contract for Services
g. Arts Commission 2019 Work Plan
h. Overtime Reimbursement from DEA for Marijuana Investigation FY2019
i. Pierce Transit Extra Duty Police Services Agreement—Amendment No. 1
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DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH I ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA; COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG 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. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Program Year 2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)Annual Action Plan
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 8:52 p.m.
Sarah Bridgeford, CDBG/Human Services Coordinator provided a presentation regarding
the 2019 CDBG Annual Action Plan. She noted the Action Plan is based on the 2017
award amount of$674,568 and includes a contingency for either an increase or decrease
in the funding amount. The Plan demonstrates how Federal Funds will support
communities in achieving defined goals and expected outcomes; and to be used as a
resource for communities to see how Federal Funds will be used and the proposed
impact. The objectives the plan is required to follow include:
1. Improve and expand affordable housing options;
2. Expand businesses to create jobs and assist with the development
of microenterprises;
3. Strengthen neighborhoods through the
planning of strategic
neighborhood revitalization efforts; and
4. Administer the Community Development Block Grant program to
meet the community needs and HUD requirements.
No citizen comments were received on the CDBG Annual Action Plan.
Deputy Mayor Honda and Councilmembers thanked Ms. Bridgeford for her presentation.
Various questions were asked regarding the calculation of overhead or administration
fees, effect of the government shut down, and if youth programs are included. Ms.
Bridgeford addressed each question.
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROGRAM
YEAR 2019 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN;
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG 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
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROGRAM YEAR 2019
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, AUTHORIZE
STAFF TO MAKE FUTURE ADJUSTMENTS TO THE PLAN AS PROPOSED BY THE HUMAN
SERVICES COMMISSION AT THEIR NOVEMBER 19, 2018 MEETING, AND AUTHORIZE THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS TO IMPLEMENT THE PLAN AND THE
CORRESPONDING FUNDING AGREEMENTS WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT; COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND.
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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. Regarding Title 19 FWRC Interim Zoning Regulations Amended
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 9:06 p.m.
Mark Orthmann, Deputy City Attorney, gave a very brief introduction on the history of small
wireless legislation and the need to enact additional interim regulations to remain in
compliance. He introduced outside Counsel Scott Snyder who provided the information to
Council.
Mr. Snyder provided a more detailed background and information on the two Ordinances
regarding small wireless on tonight's agenda. He noted global mobile data traffic has a
projected growth of 57%annually. Data usage on one provider alone has increased more
than 15,000%since 2007. The deployment of small calls cans density the network to meet
this growing customer demand.
He noted the FCC issued a declaratory rule and third report and order which will become
effective on January 14, 2019; therefore the city's interim regulations need to be enacted
at this meeting prior to the deadline.
Councilmembers thanked Mr. Orthmann and Mr. Snyder for the information and asked
various questions regarding small wireless and implementation of 5G.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON TITLE 19 FWRC
INTERIM ZONING REGULATIONS AMENDED;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. Contracts with WA Dept of Commerce and Mary's Place Seattle for Family Shelter
Community Services Manager Jeff Watson provided a background for the $100,000 grant
funds appropriated by the Washington Legislature for emergency shelter for Federal Way
homeless families with children. This funding is for the Fiscal Year 2019(July 1,2018 through
June 30, 2019) during which time these funds must be used.
This funding was provided in response to a critical and immediate need for shelter for
homeless families in Federal Way. Discussions with the Washington State Department of
Commerce took place in May and June of 2018 regarding how these funds could be used.
The determination was that these funds could be used for shelter operations and support
services, not capital projects.
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Staff did identify a few potential shelter options and selected Mary's Place due to their record
of successfully operating family shelters while providing comprehensive services. The
discussions and contract negotiations were completed December of 2018 and the contract is
before Council for consideration and action.
Council asked Mr.Watson and CDBG/Human Services Coordinator Sarah Bridgeford various
questions including the cost to house a family per night and if an extension can be requested
for the use of this grant money.
Council requested additional information regarding the process used to ensure that Federal
Way families will assisted with this money, which services can be provided, and the
conversations between the City and State Representatives.
Staff indicated that there are tracking and performance reports that would be submitted by
Mary's Place which would be reviewed to ensure contractual obligations were being met. It
was noted that there are already Federal Way families currently receiving assistance. Staff
also addressed how human services needs are met throughout the region: through
collaboration among jurisdictions and service providers.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO SUSPEND COUNCIL RULES AND EXTEND THE MEETING PAST
10:00 P.M.; 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
Council discussion continued including the option to extend deliberations to the following
Council Meeting;what additional information is needed;the need to guarantee funds are used
appropriately and meet legislative intent; and if there are other less formal options such the
city allocating these funds to locate families in hotels.
Mayor Ferrell invited Senator-elect Claire Wilson and Representative Kristine Reeves to the
podium in order to receive direct feedback. Senator-Elect Claire Wilson indicated she is not
yet sworn in and has not been privy to previous conversations. She looks forward to
partnering with Federal Way to provide services to assist with homelessness and other
important issues.
Representative Kristine Reeves indicated that her understanding when advocating for these
funds was that they would be used within Federal Way. She understands the need to serve
families immediately, but believes the current proposal does not meet the legislative intent.
Council discussed the need for additional deliberation to ensure services can be provided
and relations maintained with the state legislature.
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO TABLE ITEM TO JANUARY 15 CITY COUNCIL MEETING;
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed 6:1 as follows:
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos no
Councilmember Tran yes
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b. Amended 2019 City of Federal Way Legislative Agenda
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED 2019 LEGISLATIVE
AGENDA AS PRESENTED; 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
8. ORDINANCES
First & Second Reading/Enactment
a. Council Bill#751 —Amending Interim Land Use Regulations to Control the Provision of
Telecommunications Facilities within the City/APPROVED ORD#19-862
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 TO CONTROL THE PROVISION OF TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES
WITHIN THE CITY; AMENDING CHAPTER 19.256 FWRC. (Amending Ordinance Nos. 18-850;
15-804; 15-797; 13-754; 11-700; 09-610; 09-605; 09-593; 08-585; 97-291; 90-43)
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO SUSPEND CITY COUNCIL RULE 2.2(8)TO ALLOW
FIRST READING AND ENACTMENT OF THE ORDINANCE IN ONE MEETING;COUNCILMEMBER
DUCLOS 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 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 #752 —Amending Title 4 FWRC Regulations Relating to Small Wireless
Deployments, Franchising, and Small Wireless Permits in the City's Rights-of-
Way/APPROVED ORD#19-863
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO SMALL
WIRELESS DEPLOYMENTS, FRANCHISING, AND SMALL WIRELESS PERMITS IN THE
CITY'S RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND FEDERALLY REQUIRED REVIEW PERIODS; AMENDING
CHAPTER 4.22 FWRC, CHAPTER 4.23 FWRC, AND FWRC 4.24.040. (Amending Ordinance
Nos. 18-851; 17-833)
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO SUSPEND CITY COUNCIL RULE 2.2(8)TO ALLOW
FIRST READING AND ENACTMENT OF THE ORDINANCE IN ONE MEETING;COUNCILMEMBER
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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 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
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson expressed appreciation for the input received and the
discussion which occurred during the meeting. She was concerned regarding the tone of a
specific citizen comment. She shared that 2018 was a year of both great joy and deep sadness
for her.
Councilmember Johnson shared his excitement and pride for the City Council Emerging
Leaders Program.As 2018 was a year of great learning, he shared one of the lessons he has
learned: Council policy decisions have an infinite impact. He shared homelessness is a
challenging and complex issue and he looks forward to ensuring the money is spent
specifically on Federal Way families.
Councilmember Tran indicated he is celebrating is anniversary of being sworn in to his council
position. He expressed appreciation for the support and trust of the citizens as well as his
peers and the mayor.
Councilmember Koppang shared he is looking forward to resolving the grant money issue
which is one of many challenging issues Council has and will come up against. He expressed
gratitude for the partnership of the Mayor and Council and is looking forward to a good
conclusion.
Councilmember Moore expressed his excitement regarding the Council Emerging Leaders
Program. He extended accolades to Stephanie Courtney and the City Clerk's Office for their
work in supporting City Council Meetings, especially during the budget season.
Councilmember Duclos shared the practice she followed as CEO of the Multi-Service Center
when building shelters throughout King and Pierce Counties. She understands zoning and
does not want multi-family shelters in single-family areas.
Deputy Mayor Honda resolved to try and complete Council Meetings closer to ten o'clock rather
than midnight during 2019. She reminded Council that their Annual Retreat is schedule for
January 26 and she is requesting their input for the agenda.
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
• Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) not needed
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11. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; Mayor Ferrell adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:24
p.m.
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