Council MIN 05-15-1990 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Municipal Building
Council Chambers
May 15, 1990
Tuesday-7:00 PM
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ertel called the meeting to order on the 15th day of
May, 1990, at the hour of 7:03 p.m., in council chambers,
Municipal Building, Federal Way, Washington.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Counci1member Webster ~ed the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL
Mayor Debra Ertel, Deputy Mayor Mary Gates, Councilmembers
James V. Handmacher, Joel E. Marks, Robert E. Stead, Lynn
J. Templeton and James E. Webster.
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Staff present: J. Brent McFall, City Manager; John B.
Wallace, City Attorney; Greg Moore, Acting Community
Development Director/Acting Public Works Director; Stephen
Clifton, Senior Planner; John Marchione, Assistant to the
City Manager; John Hash, Fire Chief; Maureen Swaney, City
Clerk and Chris Green, Senior Secretary.
Media present: Joe Turner, Morning News Tribune and Kurt
Herzog, Federal Way News.
IV.
PROCLAMATION
1.
KID'S FISHING DERBY
Mayor Ertel read the proclamation which urged the community
to support the kid's fishing derby to be held at Steel Lake
on June 9, 1990. Mr. Lachapelle, president of the South
King County Chapter of Northwest Steelhead and Salmon
Council of Trout Unlimited, accepted this proclamation and
thanked the mayor and city council; he distributed copies
of the registration forms to the councilmembers.
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V.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Mr. Van Phillips, 4801 Dunbar Drive, told the council he
was the operator of Humdinger Fireworks in Federal Way.
His company had applied for licenses and permits through
King County for a stand located at 288th and Military
Road. He said the new Federal Way ordinance requires that
fireworks stands be 250 feet away from gasoline and his
site only allows a distance of 242 feet. Mr. Phillips said
he is unable to adjust the location to be within the
regulation. He requested the council consider a variance
on this 250-foot distance so that he could continue to
operate.
Mr. McFall informed the council that the ordinance does not
allow any relief, but if the council would like, this
ordinance could be amended to shorten the distance, or
another alternative would be to give authority to the fire
marshal to grant relief if the distance does not constitute
a hazard.
Councilmember Webster said this matter would have to be
dealt with by June 5, 1990 or it would be too late. Mayor
Ertel said that the Public Service Committee can review the
request at their meeting next week.
Mr. Jerry Adamson, 2711 27th Avenue South told the council
that Star Lake Road has a parking problem and said a tow
truck has been abandoned and parked there for approximately
7 weeks. Additionally, there is a problem with the parking
of oversize vehicles. Mr. Adamson left photographs for the
council's information. Mayor Ertel told Mr. Adamson the
council is aware of the problems in this area and assured
him the matter is being reviewed. Councilmember Templeton
asked if Major Moore could check out the tow truck
situation and serve notice and/or impound the vehicle. Mr.
McFall told the council there were many similar parking
problems in this area and there will be enforcement.
VI.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
1.
APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Ertel explained the appointment process for the
newly-established planning commission. She said that the
council needs to take formal action to confirm the
applicant selections. Counci1member Handmacher asked Mr.
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Wallace for information on the need to reflect length of
terms. Mr. Wallace said the ordinance provides for initial
terms of one, two and three years. Mayor Ertel told the
council that she has developed a drawing for these initial
terms.
Councilmember Handmacher moved to confirm the appointments
of the following to the planning commission: David Van
Hoose, Phil Watkins, Mark Freitas, Diana Noble-Gulliford,
Dick Burris, Duane Denny, Jeffrey Paradee, Robert Griebenow
and Chuck Hindman, and that the city council establish
length of term for each planning commission member by
subsequent motion; Second by Councilmember Stead.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
At this time the planning commission members drew lots for
their initial terms of office as follows:
David VanHoose
Phil Watkins
Mark Freitas
Diana Noble-Gulliford
Dick Burris
Duane Denny
Jeffrey Paradee
Robert Griebenow
Chuck Hindman
2 Years
3 Years
2 Years
1 Year
3 Years
1 Year
3 Years
1 Year
2 Years
Councilmember Handmacher moved that terms be designated as
follows: 1-Year terms for Diane Noble-Gulliford, Duane
Denny and Robert Griebenow, 2-Year terms for David Van
Hoose, Mark Freitas and Chuck Hindman, and 3-Year terms for
Phil Watkins, Dick Burris and Jeffrey Paradee; Second by
Counci1member Webster.
Deputy Mayor Gates said the City of Federal Way was blessed
with wonderful applicants and the planning commission will
be second-to-none in Washington. Councilmember Handmacher
confirmed that the length of terms won't prohibit
reappointment.
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Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
Councilmember Handmacher asked Mr. McFall if he would check
with the Association of Washington Cities on upcoming
classes for planning commission members. Mr. McFall said
staff would come up with some training opportunities and
then a review of the comprehensive plan.
Mayor Ertel mentioned that AWC was sponsoring a growth
management seminar in Tacoma soon; it may be worthwhile for
the commissioners and maybe even the council.
Councilmember Templeton clarified that the planning
commission will select their own chairperson. Mayor Ertel
added that the commission will also establish their own
process. Councilmember Stead thanked all the citizens who
had applied for appointment and who were willing to serve
the city.
2.
DASH POINTE - Permit No. S068921
Stephen Clifton, Community Development Senior Planner,
reviewed the staff report that had been discussed at the
May 1, 1990 council meeting. He said that the council, on
May 1, 1990 expressed concerns about drainage and open
space. The resolution on this evening's agenda references
the hearings examiner's recommendation to King County and
contains the preliminary staff report. The resolution
before the council this evening would approve the
preliminary plat with additional conditions relating to a
surface water drainage system which would be approved by
SWM and that a fee in lieu of dedication would be made
payable to the city.
Deputy Mayor Gates asked questions on the wetlands
distances. Mr. Clifton said the proposal exceeds the
setback from the wetland according to King County standards
which will reduce the total lots from 42 to 36 for this
development. He reminded the council that SWM will still
have to analyze before they give engineering approval.
Counci1member Templeton was given information on how the
in-lieu-of fee formula is computed.
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May 15, 1990 - Page 5
a. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Federal Way, Washington, Approving the Preliminary Plat
of Dash Pointe, King County Building and Land File No.
689-21 (Next Resolution #90-26)
Councilmember Handmacher moved to approve Resolution No.
90-26; Second by Counci1member Marks.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
3.
GROUSEPOINTE III - Permit No. S89PO062
a. Mr. Clifton reviewed the staff report on this
preliminary plat which had been continued from the May 1,
1990 meeting because of concerns expressed by the council
relating to half-street improvements on SW 342nd which
borders the south edge of the property. He informed the
council that since the last council meeting, staff has
developed three alternatives for consideration by the
council which includes (1) grant the approval with
conditions listed in the King County Hearing Examiner's
Report and Recommendations which would leave the
half-street improvements serving lots 6-l2, and staff feels
it is important to require curb, gutter and sidewalks along
SW 342nd adjacent to the site for pedestrian safety, (2)
same as alternative 1, but in addition, require a curb and
gutter along the south edge of SW 342nd which would address
the May l, 1990 council concerns, or (3) grant the approval
requiring full street improvements for the entire length of
the development even if it means providing such
improvements on the subject property.
Mr. Clifton told the council that staff recommended a
combination of alternatives 1 and 2 amending condition 11
of the King County Hearing Examiner's Report and
Recommendation.
Discussion continued on street issues. Mr. McFall informed
the council that the street proposal being recommended
would still have the normal-width travel lanes but may not
have a parking strip on the other side of the street which
could result in traffic flow slowing; only gutters and
curbs would be constructed. In response to a question
from Mayor Ertel, Mr. Wallace said it is the city's duty to
have a reasonably safe travel surface with adequate
signing; this is discretionary by the council.
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Mayor Ertel concluded that concern still remains on the
half-street issue at this time for future development and
risks.
Councilmember Handmacher moved to approve the preliminary
plat but adopt alternative no. 3 to require full street
improvements for the length of the property; Second by
Councilmember Stead. Councilmember Handmacher explained
his rational for this motion is for good and prudent
planning. Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
Note to the Record: No action was taken on the resolution
listed on the council agenda; action will be taken when
amendments are completed.
Councilmember Webster commended staff for the use of the
graphics shown for tonight's hearings.
4.
FORMATION OF RECYCLING TASK FORCE
Mr. McFall said no solicitation has occurred for citizens
to serve on this proposed task force. He said he needed
council direction on how to proceed.
Councilmember Marks said he would envision a citizen
committee looking at recycling and other services to be
provided; the committee could appoint the task force with
the council's blessing and the task force would sit for a
2-month work period to come up with a program.
Mr. McFall said that staff can bring back a report to
council with a proposal to implement this task force; the
council may wish to consider appointing a fairly good sized
group - maybe all citizens who apply for the committee.
Ideal size would be 7 to 9 members.
Councilmember Stead moved to approve that the committee
have the authority to appoint this task force; Second by
Councilmember Marks.
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Counci1member Webster moved to amend the motion to have the
committee bring back a recommendation to council on size of
task force, work plan proposal and expected completion
date; Second by Counci1member Stead.
Amendment to motion passed as follows:
Handmacher Yes Templeton Yes
Gates Yes Ertel Yes
Marks Yes Stead Yes
Webster Yes
Motion, as amended, passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
VII.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Handmacher asked why items 4 and 5 were
listed on the Consent Agenda. Mr. McFall explained that
those items were considered routine. Councilmember
Handmacher requested that items 4 and 5 be removed from the
Consent Agenda for separate discussion.
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2.
3.
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Vouchers for May 1 and May 15, 1990
Approval of Lease between King County and City of
Federal Way - Municipal Building
Councilmember Webster moved to approve the Consent Agenda
with corrections to the minutes and items 1, 2 and 3;
Second by Councilmember Stead.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
4.
Second Reading Ordinance - An Ordinance of the City of
Federal Way, Washington, Establishing Office Hours for the
Operation of City Hall (Next Ordinance #90-58)
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Motion to approve Ordinance No. 90-58 by Deputy Mayor
Gates; Second by Councilmember Marks.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
VIII.
SECOND READING ORDINANCE
1.
An Ordinance of the City of Federal Way,
Washington,Providing for Salaries of those Councilmembers
and Mayors Elected or Appointed to Serve Terms Beginning on
or after January l, 1992; and Providing an Effective Date
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 90-59 by Councilmember
Stead; Second by Councilmember Marks.
Councilmember Templeton moved to amend the salary levels
from $400 to $750 for city council and $900 for mayor;
Second by Councilmember Stead.
Councilmember Templeton explained how state law mandates
mayor and councilmember salaries and that the amended
amount reflects a recommendation from the personnel
committee. He said the citizens expect a decision and he
would urge the council to act on the committee
recommendation first.
Counci1member Handmacher concurred with Councilmember
Templeton saying he has given this matter much thought and
commented on the statutory authority which requires
salaries be set. He said the committee had done a survey
and these amounts are comparable with other cities; he will
support the amendment.
Councilmember Webster said he had felt the need to wait and
still feels that way, but will support the motion.
Councilmember Marks said the timing for this issue is
inappropriate and a breach of promise; we don't have the
funds like some other cities and this decision is not
right. He urged the council not to vote for this.
Deputy Mayor Gates said the council can't avoid a decision
and she is ready to make a decision but is comfortable with
the mandated salary amounts.
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Councilmember Templeton said the point is that the
committee came forth with the recommendation and any
committee recommendation needs to be accepted or rejected.
Amendment to the motion passed as follows:
Handmacher Yes Templeton Yes
Gates No Ertel Yes
Marks No Stead Yes
Webster Yes
Motion, as amended, passed as follows:
Handmacher
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Webster
Yes
No
No
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Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
Councilmember Marks excused himself from the meeting at
approximately 8:25 p.m.
IX.
RESOLUTION
1.
A Resolution of the City Council of the City
of Federal Way, Washington, Establishing a Deferred
Compensation Plan; Appointing the ICMA Retirement
Corporation to Serve as Administrator of the Plan;
Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the
Declaration of Trust of the ICMA Retirement Trust and
Providing that the City Manager or the Manager's
Designee shall be the Coordinator for the Program
Mr. McFall informed the council this resolution was on the
agenda prematurely and has not been before the committee;
it will be scheduled for another council meeting.
X.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM CONTINUED
5.
Approval of Date and Time for Public Hearing on Campus
Park Preliminary Plat
Motion by Councilmember Handmacher to set the public
hearing date for June 5, 1990; Second by Councilmember
Stead.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes Templeton
Yes - J. or-Ertel
~ ~ Stead
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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XI.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Handmacher said the council will discuss the
6-Year Transportation plan at their study session set for
May 22, 1990; this plan has to be adopted by July I, 1990
so the council needs to approve the plan in the latter part
of June, 1990, after a public hearing.
Councilmember Handmacher commented on the post legislative
transportation forum. He said the council had received
information and he would like to have councilmember input.
He summarized the local option and the Metro tax
proposals.
Councilmember Templeton deferred his report to Deputy Mayor
Gates regarding the Summer Teen Program; since the Boys and
Girls Club had applied he had had to step back.
Deputy Mayor Gates told the council that this committee had
met several times and gave samples of ideas from the
teens. She said the program will begin June 15, 1990 and
last for ten consecutive weeks; the Boys and Girls Club
will be the lead agency and do the staffing. Deputy Mayor
Gates provided information on the marketing aspect of this
program plus how it will be evaluated.
Deputy Mayor Gates moved that we award the $5,000 grant to
the Boys and Girls Club as the lead agency; Second by
Councilmember Stead. Councilmembers Webster and Templeton
announced they would abstain from voting. Councilmembers
Handmacher and Stead commended the committee.
Motion passed as follows:
Handmacher
Gates
Marks
Webster
Yes
Yes
Absent
Abstain
Templeton
Ertel
Stead
Abstain
Yes
Yes
Councilmember Templeton reminded the council that the next
meeting would be at 5:00 p.m. on May 23, 1990; the May 18,
1990 meeting has been cancelled.
Councilmember Templeton reported on the status of the
Community Development Block Grant program.
Deputy Mayor Gates informed the councilmembers that a draft
licensing proposal will be discussed at 7:00 A.m., May
18th so that all Federal Way businesses will become duly
licensed.
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Counci1member Templeton mentioned a King County Work
Training program opportunity for the city.
Councilmember Stead announced a meeting to be held on May
23, 1990, at 7:30 A.M., to discuss council meeting
procedures.
Councilmember Webster said a parks meeting will be held at
7:30 A.M., May 16, 1990, and will include a briefing on
Family Fest and the comprehensive plan effort. At 8:00
A.M. the junior football program will be discussed.
Mayor Ertel told the council that Metro will hold two
hearings at Federal Way City Hall relating to bus route
change proposals. These hearings are set for May 21 and
22, 1990. She said she concurred with Councilmember Stead
that staff should give testimony on May 2l, 1990. She
concluded her Metro report by commenting on the senior's
door-to-door transportation program.
Mayor Ertel announced she would be going to Pittsburg for
the weekend.
Mayor Ertel said she would be attending water availability
meetings for the puget Sound area and would report back on
a regular basis.
Deputy Mayor Gates said she will be attending the King
County 2000 meeting on behalf of the mayor and will provide
copies of information for the councilmembers.
Counci1member Webster suggested that Metro might explore
the possibility of a shuttle during the holidays to run
through the central business district; this shuttle could
probably run every 15 minutes--park once and use the
shuttle. The Chamber of Commerce and the businesses could
be involved. Mayor Ertel said this could be brought up
during the upcoming hearing. Councilmember Handmacher said
that maybe the businesses could form a transportation
district. Mr. McFall cautioned the council that a business
improvement district program could generate some
controversy.
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XI.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Mr. McFall reported on the open house for the public at the
Goodwill Games Pool which will be either June 27 or 28,
1990. Several activities are being considered and there is
tremendous potential. He said that it isn't necessary to
provide additional insurance for Family Fest as long as the
city officially recognizes the event; there is a need to
officially appoint a steering committee. There will be a
resolution on a future council agenda.
Councilmember Templeton said there had been a recent
citizen complaint about tree cutting and he wanted the
councilmembers to know that the complaint was taken care of
with tremendous response time.
Counci1member Templeton thanked Mr. McFall for planning the
recent council retreat.
Congratulations were extended to John Marchione on the
recent birth of a son.
XII.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Mark Freitas thanked the council for confirming his
appointment to the planning commission and challenged the
council to provide this commission with good projects.
XIII.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further busines come before the council, the
meeting was adjourned t the hour of 9:l6 P.M.