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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers - City Hall
June 18, 2019 — 6:30 p.m.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:31 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. "What Liberty Means to Me" Student Art Contest
Arts Commissioner Jim Stiles thanked everyone participating in, and attending the student art show
at City Hall. He introduced Municipal Court Judge Rebecca Robertson who thanked the Arts
Commission and Council for their ongoing support. Judge Robertson also introduced Judge David
Larson who assisted with the distribution of awards as follow:
Elementary School
• 1st Place - Rada Samoilova, Green Gables (1st Grade)
• 2nd Place - Bella Barber, Wildwood (4th Grade)
• 3rd Place - Bailey Crowder, Green Gables (5th Grade)
Middle School
• 1st Place — Erin Graves, Illahee (8th Grade)
• 2nd Place— Isaiah Ponaci, Illahee (8th Grade)
• 3rd Place —Sofia Small, Lakota (6th Grade)
b. Proclamation: Make Music Federal Way—June 21, 2019
Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the proclamation to Jan Barber, members of the Lions Club,
and the Make Music Federal Way Committee. Ms. Barber thanked the Mayor and Councilmembers
and everyone who has donated their time and talent for this event.She encouraged attendance at the
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event on Friday, June 21 at Town Square Park. She presented signed posters to Mayor Ferrell and
Deputy Mayor Honda.
c. Proclamation: Pride Month —June 2019
Councilmember Moore along with each Councilmembers read a portion of the Pride Month
Proclamation which was presented to Monisha Harrell, Board Chair for Equal Rights Washington;
Isyss Honnen, TRANSform Washington Program Director for Pride Foundation; Manny Santiago,
Executive Directorfor Rainbow Center; Reverend Allysa De Wolf; Pastor for Wayside United Church
of Christ; and Senator Claire Wilson, 30th Legislative District.
Ms. Herrell thanked the Mayor and Council for this proclamation, sharing her personal story with
Federal Way and the acceptance she found at a young person when her family did not support her.
Pastor De Wolf spoke as both a resident and Pastor in Federal Way, noting Wayside aspires to be a
beacon of light to all people. Ms. Honnen lived in Federal Way as a younger person and is proud of
what Federal Way has accomplished.
Mr. Santiago shared he was humbled to be included and his connection to Federal Way is through
the Rainbow Center. Senator Wilson expressed her gratitude for the Proclamation and her pride to be
a Washingtonian celebrating who we are. She appreciates the efforts and involvement of all the
Councilmembers.
Councilmembers expressed their support of the Proclamation, and their shared desire to be
welcoming and respectful of all.
d. Mayor's Emerging Issues and Report
• Korean-American National Sports Festival at Memorial Stadium
Economic Development Director Tim Johnson announced the festival will take place
June 21 through 23. He highlighted this is the 20th event and overviewed the
schedule. Mayor Ferrell emphasized this is a great event that brings in nearly 20,000
people to Federal Way.
0 Red, White and Blues Festival at Celebration Park
Deputy Parks Director Steve Ikerd highlighted the events planned forthe Annual Red,
White and Blues Festival on July with activities beginning at 4:00 p.m. and fireworks
around 10:00 p.m.
Mayor Ferrell asked Chief of Police Andy Hwang to share the non-emergency line for
people to report illegal fireworks. Chief Hwang indicated Police will be doing
enforcement and providing information in the days leading up to Independence Day.
Recent Community Events &Activities
Mayor Ferrell attended multiple events and activities including the Centerstage
Theatre production of Bye, Bye Birdie on June 7; the FWPS Ground-Breakings for
W ildwood, Mirror Lake, and Lake Grove; City/Chamber Quarterly Chamber Update on
June 11; Twin Lakes Police Substation Ribbon Cutting on June 13; Consular
Association of Washington on June 13; and the 30th Annual Flag Day Celebration on
June 15.
Deputy Mayor Honda spoke on Flag Day indicating the Soroptimist club wanted flags
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along Campus Drive and they sold naming rights for the flag poles. She shared it was
a great ceremony thanked all of those involved in its success.
e. Council Committee Reports
Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) — Chair Duclos
announced the next meeting for Tuesday June 25 at 4:30 p.m. in the Hylebos Conference
Room.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee(LTAC)—Chair Moore was excited to report a name change
of the Committee to the Federal Way Tourism and Visitors Committee has been
recommended.
Land Use/Transportation Committee(LUTC)—Chair Koppang reported on the June 3 meeting
wherein there was discussion regarding Comprehensive Plan Amendments. He clarified the
decision is to move the requests forward in the process; it is not approval of the requests. He
thanked staff for the efficient use of grant money to enhance transportation in Federal Way
and noted Policy Advisor Bill Vadino provided an update on airport issues.
Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS) — Chair Johnson
reviewed topics covered on the June 11 meeting, including discussion regarding King County
Youth Athletic Sports Grant, youth violence, and a state grant to study youth violence. He
announced Human Services is accepting CDBG applications through July 10.
Deputy Mayor Report/Regional Committees Report— Deputy Mayor Honda shared Council
had the opportunity to participate in on online class regarding Affordable Housing and
Homelessness Issues; three participated. She will be attending along with other
Councilmembers the annual AWC Conference in Spokane. This conference is informative
and enables Councilmembers to discuss similar issues with other city and community leaders
around the state. She and Councilmember Duclos recently met with Belmor Park residents.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson reported on the PICC Committee meeting regarding
homelessness. The Sound Cities Association would like member cities to sign an Interlocal
agreement; she will return to Council with a recommendation once SCA has further research
and discussion.
4. CITIZEN COMMENT
Debra Dowse is a resident of Belmor Park is concerned with the potential of having to move from her
home and her fears of the current housing market.
Susan Smith has been living in Belmor Park for the past eighteen years and noted other residents are
senior citizens living on retirement or disability. She expressed concern there isn't enough
consideration being taken regarding impacted residents.
Carolyn Jas who is a resident of Belmor Park asked the city if they really want to treat the elderly
this way.
Steve H 'nes noted he is listening to comments and that they are working hard to create a plan that
works for everyone; a meeting is scheduled with the residents of Belmor Park to address these
issues.
Lana Bostic spoke in favor of allowing cannabis stores in Federal Way. She shared from her
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experience working as a hospice nurse and shared that many of her patients used cannabis in
different forms to relieve their ailments.
Norma Blanchard shared her complaint about ivy coming through the fence between her and her
neighbor. She requested assistance from the city on this issue.
Tony and Bonnie Armstrong reported the USDA Wildlife Services has determined Canadian Geese
will not be managed in the Twin Lakes area. They requested the Council consider developing a policy
for humane geese control as well as create a Commission to oversee these issues.
Allison Taylor is disturbed to hear about the concerns of Belmor Park residents;she is thankful for the
Saghalie soccer field, as her daughter plays Special Olympic soccer. Ms. Taylor thanked Council for
the Pride Month Proclamation and the Mayor for following through on his commitment to visit a
cannabis store.
Corer Forbin urged council to lift the moratorium on marijuana stores in Federal Way. He expressed
that marijuana is already being used in the city. He shared how his personal opposition of marijuana
was changes by being properly educated about it.
Cat Morrison has been a cannabis user for 45 years and uses it to treat multiple health conditions.
She shared her struggles of having to go to other cities to purchase marijuana;which has helped end
her addiction to opioid along with relieving her of her ongoing pain.
Letter read by City Clerk from Matthew Hendricks stating that the city could benefit from the revenue
generated by pot stores in Federal Way.
Letter read by City Clerk from Lynn Bennett asking council to prevent the sale of Roundup in stores
due to concern that it might have potential to cause cancer. She also addressed finding a new
business location for Desert Industries.
Dana Hollaway shared her continued concerns regarding the Microsoft Affordable Housing Initiative
and the inequity for the South County region. She shared from a letter signed by several mayors from
surrounding cities.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Minutes: June 4, 2019 Special and Regular Meetings
b. King County—Youth Athletic Sports Grant
c. MacDonald Miller for HVAC Controls Upgrade Contract Award
d. Pierce Transit Extra Duty Police Services Agreement
e. 2019 Storm Pipe Repair Phase I Bid Award
f. RESOLUTION: Authorization to Accept Grant Funding and Reallocate Expenditures
for a Transportation Improvement Project/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 19-760
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH F ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA; COUNCILMEMBER DUCOLS 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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6. PUBLIC HEARING
a. 2020-2025 Transportation Improvement Program & Arterial Street Improvement
Plan/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 19-761
Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 8:04 p.m.
• Staff Report:
City Traffic Engineer Rick Perez provided a background on the Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) that outlines a 6-year plan for transportation-related capital projects and is
updated annually. He reviewed the prioritization criteria which was adopted by council in
previous years. He highlighted completed projects and added programs such as annual
overlays, ADA retrofits, and pedestrian safety. He reviewed proposed new projects:
o State Route 99 at 373rd Street
0 21 st Avenue S at S 320th Street (#6)
o Horizontal Curve Improvements
o State Route 509 at 4th Avenue S (#24)
o Sound Transit Pedestrian Access Improvements (#30)
o South 314th Street; Pete von Reichbauer Way S - 23rd Avenue S (#35)
• Citizen Comment
Cheryl Hurst shared concerns regarding jaywalking and suggested an overpass pedestrian
bridge rather than crosswalks.
Mr. Perez responded that pedestrian overpasses are very expensive and are required to be
ADA compliant. He referred to overpasses in the Seattle area which is not widely used.
Pedestrian overpasses could be a future option as the city develops and there is infrastructure
to support sky bridges.
• Council Discussion
Council thanked Mr. Perez for the report.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING;
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
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
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
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
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a. Selection Process—2019 Amendments to the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan
Principal Planner Margaret Clark reviewed the two citizen-initiated requests for site-specific
comprehensive plan amendments:
• Kitts Corner/Federal Way Village at 33701 Pacific Highway South requesting
zoning change from Community Business with conditions (BC)to Community
Business without conditions (BC)
• Belmor at 2101 South 324th Street requesting zoning change from Multi-
Family (RM3600)to City Center— Core (CC-C).
Council asked questions regarding the zoning process and if properties adjacent and near
Belmor would be included in the zoning change to City Center—Core(CC-C)if approved. Ms.
Clark responded that each property owner would need to apply separately, they are not
automatically included.
Questions followed regarding the notification process for both residents and owners of
Belmor. Ms. Clark and Community Development Director Brian Davis indicated that if this
moved forward, notices would be mailed to all owners of record and in this case they would go
above and beyond the required noticing by ensuring each resident was also notified.
Additional questions centered on understanding zoning changes and the various processes.
Ms. Clark indicated she would work with her director to schedule a Study Session on Process
VI which is what is before Council today.
Councilmembers asked is neighboring properties could be invited to participate in the
rezoning as has been done with previous applications. Mr. Davis explained the previous
instance was for small parcels of land interspersed. These applications were denied due to
spot zoning; the city rezoned a larger area legislatively.
Director Davis indicated staff could reach out to neighboring property owners, but that if they
declined, it would not be grounds to deny the Belmor Park request.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE TWO CITIZEN-INITIATED
REQUESTS FOR SITE-SPECIFIC COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS FOR FURTHER
REVIEW AS RECOMMENDED BY THE MAYOR AND APPROVED BY THE LAND USE
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE; 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. Diversity Commission Appointments
DEPUTY JOHNSON MOVED TO APPOINT TRENISE ROGERS AND NICHELLE CURTIS-
MCQUEEN TO A VOTING POSITIONS ON THE DIVERSITY COMMISSION WITH TERMS
EXPIRING MAY 31, 2022; 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
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Councilmember Tran yes
c. Ethics Board Appointment
DEPUTY MAYOR HONDA MOVED TO RE-APPOINT KATHRYN HANCOCK TO A VOTING
POSITION ON THE ETHICS BOARD WITH A TERM EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2022;
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
8. ORDINANCES
First Reading
a. Council Bili#702 Relating to the 2019 'Periodic Update of the Shoreflne Master
Program
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL WAY REVISED CODE AND THE 2019 SHORELINE
PERIODIC UPDATE;AMENDING FWRC 15.05.020, 15.05.030, 15.05,040, 15.05.050, 15.05.070,
15.05.080, 15.05.090, 15.05.100, 15.05.110, 15.05.120, 15.05.140, 15.05.150. 15.05.180,
15.05.220, 15.05.240, 19.145.070, 19.145.410, 19.15.420, 19.145.460, 19.145.520;REPEALING
CHAPTER 15.10;AND ADDING NEW SECTION 15.05.075. (Amending Ordinance Nos. 15-797,
11-705, 09-597, 00-375, 99-355, 98-323, 97-291, and 90-38.
Planning Manager Doc Hansen provided a brief presentation noting a review of the Shoreline
Master Program (SMP) is required to be completed every eight years. The city adopted the
SMP in 2011; this review must be completed by June 20, 2019. The shoreline designations
are for both the Puget Sound and lakes in Federal Way.
He provided an overview of the changes made to the SMP including
o Allowing bulkhead height variation along tidal shores with administrative
approval.
o Elaborate on temporary boat stay in waters
o Increase cost of exemption for modification
o Allow minor repairs to non-conforming structures.
o Add section on shoreline setback vegetation conservation standards.
o Change in Buffer Requirements for Wetland Categories
No citizen comment was received.
No Council discussion occurred.
City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record.
COUNCILMEMBER KOPPANG MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE
JULY 2, 2019 COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT;
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
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Second Reading/Enactment Ordinances:
b, Council Bill #760 Establishing a Senior Advisory Commission/APPROVED
ORDINANCE NO. 19-871
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, CREATING A
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION.
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS SECOND.
Council asked questions regarding which staff member would be staffing this commission and if there
is an age limit for applicants. Mayor Ferrell indicated staff has not yet been assigned. Eligibility
requirements include living within the city limits; no age limit or range is outlined in the Ordinance.
Deputy Mayor Honda encouraged seniors to apply online or to contact the City Clerk's Office with
questions.
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 #761 Exempting Non-Profit Organizations from Admissions Tax
APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 19-872
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO
ADMISSIONS TAX; AMENDING FWRC 3.60.020. (Amending Ordinance No 17-831)
COUNCILMEMBER DUCLOS MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE;
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
9. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Duclos asked if the Admissions Tax collected by non-profits would be refunded. City
Attorney Ryan Call indicted that the approved ordinance is prospective, not retroactive. It was also
noted, Admission Tax is paid by the patron and not the entity collecting.
Councilmember Moore is pleased by the the presentation of the first Pride Month Proclamation. He is
excited the Ordinance for the Senior Commission passed and is eager witness the formation. He
expressed his concern for youth who are out of school for the summer and hopes to provide
information regarding activities for them.
Councilmember Koppang appreciated the Pride Proclamation and is proud the city is a welcoming
city. He attended the Realtors Annual Housing Issues briefing in Bellevue and hopes to address the
inequities in the way South King County and Federal Way are looked at by the county as a whole. He
attended the work party at the Blueberry Farm along with the "We Love Our City' group and
encouraged community members to volunteer.
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Councilmember Tran announced the Childcare Subsidy Program is being moved from DSHS to a
newly formed Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). He also announced the free
summer meals at 200 sites in King County. He encouraged individuals to visit the website
www.uwkc.org to locate free summer meals with zip code. He will be attending the Leadership
Experience and Development (LEAD) Conference on October 8 and 9 at the Greater Tacoma
convention center and encouraged the Mayor and Councilmembers to attend.
Councilmember Johnson appreciates the respect and dignity the Council provides the whole
community and specifically the acknowledgement of Pride Month. He too is eager for the Senior
Advisory Commission and grateful for the partnership with Deputy Mayor Honda and Councilmember
Moore. He congratulated the recent graduates and expressed pride in the students of the community.
He indicated support for allowing Marijuana stores legislatively rather than requesting an Advisory
Vote at the next election.
Councilmember Assefa-Dawson also appreciated the proclamation and shared it is a good start to
ensure the city is inclusive and intentional about other cultures and communities. She also attended
the work party at the Blueberry Farm and was impressed by all of the hard work.She reported there is
a proposal to reduce funding to the Section 8 program which would increase the homeless
population.
Deputy Mayor Honda reported on the Flag Day Celebration, noting there was a display regarding a
future Veterans' Memorial.The group is seeking input for potential locations and she asked for ideas
to be forwarded to Policy Advisor Bill Vadino. She is pleased Federal Way is participating in the
International Make Music event. She thanked Tony and Bonnie Armstrong for their dedication in
addressing the Canadian Geese population control. She looks forward to the Annual Kiwanis Salmon
Bake on July 26 at Steel Lake Park.
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11. ADJOURNMENT
There being nothing further on the agenda; the Regular Meeting was adjourned at 9:20 pm
Attest:
ante Courtney
City Clerk
Approved by Council:
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