2019-04-16 Council MIN - Regular CITY OF
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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
April 16, 2019 — 6:30 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.
City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Lydia
Assefa-Dawson,CouncilmemberJesse 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 as the Federal Way High School Junior Reserve Officer Training
Corps (JROTC) Color Guard was unable to attend.
3. PRESENTATIONS
a. Arts Commission Update and High School Art Show Awards
Arts Commission Chair Daniel Hershmann introduced the Arts Commissioners and
overviewed their workplan and goals. He highlighted the gallery presentations at Dumas
Bay Centre and City Hall; sponsored community events; and recognized the high school
artists whose art work is currently on display at City Hall.
b. Proclamation: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the proclamation to Paola Fernandez, King
County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) Case Manager and Federal Way
resident. Ms. Fernandez accepted the proclamation noting KCSARC is there to provide
services for victims and their children. She thanked the Mayor and Council for this
proclamation.
c. Proclamation: Nationalr Month
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Councilmember Assefa-Dawson read and presented the proclamation to Anita Beninger
of FUSION. Ms. Beninger thanked the Mayor and Council for the proclamation and
explained the volunteer-powered organization provides housing solutions for homeless
individuals and families.
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d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Spring Neighborhood Connection Meeting: Mayor Ferrell announced the
Neighborhood Connection Meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on April 25 at
Green Gables Elementary.
• Mayor Ferrell announced Parks Appreciation Day Events beginning at 9:00
a.m.on April 27 at the Blueberry Farm and Saghalie Park. Parks Director John
Hutton overviewed the activities planned at the Annual Touch-A-Truck event
scheduled for May 18 in the Performing Arts & Event Center Parking Lot at
11:00 a.m. Mr. Hutton also shared the Youth Commission is hosting a
fundraising event at Mod Pizza on April 24;these funds support a scholarship
program to offset the cost of recreation programs at the Community Center.
• Upcoming Community Events: Mayor Ferrell announced opening day of the
Farmer's Market is May 4; the FWCAT Break the Chains 5K is scheduled for
May 18, Blue Poppy Days is taking place on May 18; and the Marine Hills
Parade is on May 18.
e. Council Committee Reports
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) — Chair Duclos
announced their next meeting will take place April 23 at 4:30 p.m.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC)— Chair Moore provided no report.
Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC) - Chair Koppang reported on the items on the
consent agenda which were reviewed by LUTC including the Brook Lake Center Connector as
well as the Complete Streets Ordinance.
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS) — Chair Johnson
thanked Police Chief Hwang for his thorough report at the most recent PRHSPS committee
meeting. He noted they discussed broadcasting committee meetings and his excitement for
the new Senior Commission.
Deputy Mayor Report/Regional Committees Report-Deputy Mayor Honda attended the South
County Area Transportation Board meeting (SCATBd)presentation on the Sustainable Airport
Master Plan as well as Sound Transit 3. She announced a FEDRAC Special Meeting
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tomorrow evening during which Economic Development Director Tim Johnson will provide a
report on Economic Development. She announced a Coffee with Council Event scheduled for
May 4 at 1:00 p.m.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson attended the Sound City Association (SCA) Public Issues
Committee (PIC)meeting with Councilmember Moore.They heard a presentation from Metro
and encouraged citizens to provide public comment regarding the need for public
transportation in Federal Way. She and Councilmember Moore volunteered to organize the
Recognize, Inspire, Share and Encourage (RISE) Presentation at the next Sound Cities
Association dinner.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Debra Hansen with Save Weyerhaeuser Campus shared recent news reports regarding the
City of Kent's stance on warehouses. She urged Council to consider embracing a similar
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stance and to also consider the toll IRG's plan will have on our infrastructure.
Jerry Knutsen, the President of the Historical Society of Federal Way, shared his excitement
and gratitude for the Brook Lake Center Connector Trail connecting the West Hylebos
Wetlands Park Boardwalk Trail to the Brook Lake Center property.
Sheila Brush, founder of Quiet Skies Puget Sound, and one of the founders of the League of
Quiet Skies Voters shared House Bill 1683 which includes siting another airport passed
unanimously. The bill now goes to Senate where she feels confident it will pass.
Betty Taylor encouraged Federal Way citizens to attend Council and other meetings in order
to express their concerns or frustrations instead of complaining through other sources and
online social media.
Allison Taylor reported on a community meeting that took place on April 15. Ms. Taylor
shared her concerns about comments made regarding neighborhood safety. She stated that
the meeting had good intentions; she encouraged the Council to contact meeting leaders to
help find solutions.
Anna Patrick spoke on behalf of the group of community members that met on April 15. She
felt the meeting was a healthy discussion on safety in the community and clarification of what
the Police can and cannot do.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: April 2, 2019 Regular and Special Meetings
b. 2019 Storm Pipe Repair Project Phase I—85% Design Status Report and Authorization to
Bid
c. Brook Lake Center Connector— Bid Award
d. RESOLUTION: Intent to Reform the North Lake Management District(NLMD) Number 2
and Setting of a Public Hearing Date/APPROVED RESOUTION#19-754
e. Authorization to Accept WA State Transportation Improvement Board Complete Streets
Grant
f. Underground Utility Locating Services Agreement
g. Authorization to Change Sponsor for King County Conservation Futures Funding Award
h. Wide Area Mower Replacement
i. Jail Services Contract-Yakima County Jail
j. Jail Services Contract- Issaquah City Jail
k. Jail Services Contract - Puyallup City Jail
I. Jail Services Contract- Kittitas County Jail
m. Agreement Between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission(WTSC)and the Federal
Way Police Department to Provide Grant Funding for Traffic Enforcement
n. MOU Between Twin Lakes Plaza, LLC and the City of Federal Way
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO APPROVE ITEMS A THROUGH N ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA; COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA DAWSON SECOND.The motion passed unanimously
as follows:
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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. Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Police Officers Guild
City Attorney Ryan Call presented the ratified collective bargaining agreement with the Police
Officers Guild. He reviewed the process indicating that he participated in the negotiations
along with outside counsel; staff from Human Resources; staff from Finance; and the Police
Guild representatives.
Mr. Call explained key changes to the bargaining agreement were made in the following
areas:
• Wages;
• HRA VEBA contribution by the city;
• Additional floating holiday starting 2020;
• Washington paid family medical leave;
• Increasing building bargaining team from 3 to 4 people;
• Expanded list if items eligible for reimbursement;
• City agrees to not impose discipline based solely on coroner's inquest finding; and
• Paid jury duty increased to be consistent with other employees.
Council thanked Mr. Call for his presentation.
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED 2019-2021 COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE FEDERAL WAY POLICE OFFICERS GUILD;
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
b. Youth Commission Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO APPOINT SAMUEL LEE TO A VOTING POSITION ON
THE YOUTH COMMISSION WITH A TERM EXPIRING AUGUST 31, 2020; 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
c. Arts Commission Appointments
COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON MOVED TO APPOINT ALYSON SOMA AND CORY YOUNG TO
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VOTING POSITIONS ON THE ARTS COMMISSION WITH TERMS EXPIRING DECEMBER 31,
2021; 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
d. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointment
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED TO APPOINT BRIAN HOFFMAN TO A VOTING POSITION
ON THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMISSION WITH A TERM EXPIRING OCTOBER 31,2020;
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
7. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bill #757/SCORE Refinancing Bond
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
CONTRACTING INDEBTEDNESS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE, SALE AND
DELIVERY OF ONE OR MORE SERIES OF NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS TO PROVIDE FUNDS TO REPAY THE CITY'S PORTION OF THE SOUTH
CORRECTIONAL ENTITY FACILITY PUBLIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BONDS,
SERIES 2009A AND SERIES 2009B(TAXABLE BUILD AMERICA BONDS—DIRECT
PAYMENT),AND TO PAY THE COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS; FIXING OR
SETTING PARAMETERS WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN TERMS AND COVENANTS
OF THE BONDS;APPOINTING THE CITY'S DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO
APPROVE THE FINAL TERMS OF THE SALE OF THE BONDS; AND PROVIDING
FOR OTHER RELATED MATTERS.
Finance Director Ade Ariwoola introduced Bond Counsel Attorney Nancy Neraas with Foster
Pepper LLC and Bond Underwriter and Key Bank Vice President Caitlin Cadwell. Mr.Ariwoola
reviewed the history of the SCORE bond reporting the issuance date was November 4, 2009
for$86.325 million with the City's original portion of$15.522 million. The maturation date is
January 1, 2039 with a callable date of January 1, 2020.As of December 31, 2018 the City's
balance is $12.892 million.
Director Ariwoola outlined reasons in favor of calling the bond include savings to the City by
obtaining a lower interest rate and to control its own debt. He outlined the proposed ordinance
is for a tax-exempt bond not to exceed $15 million with a maturity of 20 years to refund the
City's portion of the SCORE Capital Project.
Council asked questions regarding the anticipated savings and the impact the debt would
have on the City's credit rating. Ms. Cadwell indicated a net present value savings of$1.26
million and did not anticipate a change to the credit rating as the proposed action is to swap
one bond for another.
Councilmembers clarified the proposed ordinance is similar to refinancing a loan at a better
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rate which results in savings and increased cash flow. Councilmembers asked if approval of
this ordinance will sever the City's legal ties to SCORE; Ms. Cadwell indicated it will that from
a bond perspective. Ms. Neraas further explained the current agreement provides the option
to pay of the City's share of the debt and it is an advantageous time to do it; there will be
another agreement to separate from the Interlocal agreement.
Council discussed maintinaing positive relations between neighboring cities and assured
citizens the relationships with other cities in South King County will be maintained. Financially,
Councilmembers agreed their first responsibility is to the tax payers and will do what is in the
best interest for Federal Way.
No citizen comment was given.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
MAY 7, 2019 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT:
COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON SECOND. The motion passed unanimously as follows
Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-DawsonY es Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
Second Reading/Enactment
b. Council Bill#756/2019/20 Budget Amendments/APPROVED ORDINANCE#19-
867
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
AMENDING THE 2019-2020 BIENNIAL BUDGET. (Amending Ordinance No. 18-860)
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE SECOND. The motionassed unanimouslyas follows:
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Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Koppang yes
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Moore yes
Councilmember Johnson yes Councilmember Duclos yes
Councilmember Tran yes
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos highlighted House Bill 1683 which proposes the creation of a Commercial
Aviation Coordinating Commission to determine long-range facility needs; she expects this will result
in commercial travel from Payne Field. She announced Congressman Adam Smith is expected to
attend the Quiet Skies Coalition meeting scheduled for April 25 in Burien.
Councilmember Moore reported on his efforts towards changing the name of the Lodging Tax and
Advisory Committee. He shared excitement regarding the proposed Senior Commission and
broadcasting committee meetings. He thanked the Police Department for their diligence and service
in particular to a tragic incident several weeks ago.
Councilmember Koppang shared his excitement regarding broadcasting Council Committee
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Meetings; he believes this will help citizens understand all that occurs before items are brought before
full Council. He expressed appreciation to business owners willing to invest in the Transit Center
Area; he is excited for the future of the City.
Councilmember Tran attended the 45th Anniversary of the Commission on Asian Pacific Affairs
(CAPA)Advisory Board for Washington State. Their mission is to improve the lives of Pacific Asian
individuals ensuring access to government, business,and education. He announced his daughter has
decided to attend Yale University.
Councilmember Johnson is coordinating a meeting between the Federal Way Police Department,
Federal Way Youth Action Team (FWYAT),and all School Resource Officers on May 22. He attended
the Senior Center's St. Patrick's Day Celebration and appreciated their input regarding the Senior
Commission. He understands concerns regarding the upcoming Sound Transit project and would like
to receive citizen input.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson went to Council Mentee Hannah Santiago's school to speak
regarding immigration and her own journey as an immigrant. She was impressed at the depth of
conversation and the recognition they gave their parents.
Deputy Mayor Honda announced the annual Soroptimist International of Federal Way Annual
Luncheon scheduled for April 27 at the Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club; funds raised will be
donated to the Senior Center. She also announced the Communities in Schools fundraiser is April 20
at the Community Center. She spoke regarding a recent letter to the editor about the Seattle is Dying
documentary.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
Attest:
Ste%h.nie Courtney
C Clerk
Approved by Council: 06-0rNpM
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