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Council MIN 06-26-1990 Special CITY- COUNCIL MINUTES City of Federal Way Municipal.Building - Federal Way, Washington June 26, 1990 - 7:00 P.M. Special Session I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Ertel called the meeting to order at the hour of 7:04 p.m. II. ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor Gates, James Handmacher, Joel Marks, Bob Stead, Lynn Templeton, James Webster and Mayor Debra Ertel. Councilmembers absent: None. Staff present: J. Brent McFall, City Manager; Greg Moore, Acting Community Development and Public Works Director; John Moir, Finance Director; John Marchione, Assistant to the City Manager; Maureen Swaney, City Clerk and Chris Green, Senior Secretary. Media present: Joe Turner, Morning News Tribune; Kurt Herzog, Federal Way News; Leon Espinoza, Seattle Times. III. AUDIENCE COMMENT Jim Lusebrink, 31906 36th S.W. (Twin Lakes), is a concerned parent because of Twin Lakes traffic. He urged safety measures be taken because of the children. He said he has been working with Mr. Marchione. Mr. McFall responded that a staff member would be in touch with Mr. Lusebrink; staff is presently awaiting a King County Traffic Study and Mr. Lusebrink would be notified when it is received. Dave Dimick, 32725 28th S.W., asked that a traffic signal be considered for l7th and 324th South. He, too, has been in touch with Mr. Marchione. Mr. Dimick said he felt installation o~aid signal would reduce the accident rate. Rick Gardner, 309 S.W. 321st, commented on traffic on 6th Avenue S.W and S.W. 320th to 330th, in the Campus Woods area. He said he did not want 6th known as the "Street of Fear." IV. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Presentation by Bruce Lainq, King County Councilmember, 6th District - Re: Puget Sound Council of Governments - Multi-County Regional Planning Agency ORIGINAL .------..--- -.- .---- -_. City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 2 Mr. Lainq distributed copies of Resolution_A89-01 and the proposed framework plan and proposed elements of a new intra-county planning organization as proposed by COG. He said the question is growth management and how to handle it on a regional level. He continued by saying the concept is to review all local comprehensive plans for consistency with the regional transportation plan. The recommendation is to have a 23-member board to include local officials; selection of local officials is being worked on with Suburban Cities Association. Councilmember Handmacher asked Mr. Lainq to explain the changes in the materials he circulated - which were amended since the council received like information. Councilmember Templeton asked if this concept might be spread to other districts eventually - like sewer, water, metro and fire. Councilmember Stead said he is concerned that this proposal may be some baggage from COG and not be appropriate for the new planning group, and would this possibly provide a method only to maintain COG and those jobs - baggage can be either staff or structure. Mr. Lainq said that is being addressed. Councilmember Webster asked questions on how issues would be resolved when Federal Way's boundary is next to Pierce County. Mr. Lainq said issues should be resolved on a local level - then regional - then state. Deputy Mayor Gates asked if there were any estimates on the cost anticipated for this process? Mr. Lainq said the recommendation will be mandatory membership with the dues based on population. The council was informed the upcoming critical date was June 28, 1990, when the committee and the board were to meet. Mr. Lainq said that because of the numerous amendments the board may delay the issue until July 1990. Councilmember Handmacher said since the board meets on Thursday, shouldn't the council discuss this issue and decide if we want to take a position. Mayor Ertel said it may take a special session. Councilmember Webster suggested this issue be discussed at the end of this evening's meeting. v. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan a. Staff Report Mr. McFall introduced Mike Dellas who reviewed the 6-Year Transportation Plan proposal. He said the cost over this 6-year period amounted to $21,000,000. Councilmember Handmacher said he understands the City has issued the ----------------_-___m ------------ City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 3 Declaration of Nonsignificance based on the environmental checklist, which was confirmed by Mr. McFall. An . amendment was suggested on page II:-Project ll, change 3-feet to 4-feet. Deputy Mayor Gates asked for information on how bike lanes are determined. Mr. Dellas said that some projects didn't warrant them at this time; and, the council needs to do a master plan to use in the future, which will include criteria for bike lane planning. He continued by saying that this plan won't preclude future changes when grants are requested. Councilmember Handmacher was told that there is no city funding vehicle at this time for 356th project. He asked about the impact of the section from 1st to 99, if redesign concludes additional construction funding is necessary, and the city has to go back to state without that project being on the TIP. Mr. McFall said the city should include any of those projects on the list to pursue funding. Councilmember Handmacher also mentioned his concern about 312th turn lanes, and having to make a decision now or wait. Mr. Dellas explained the city could wait for those decisions until after further analysis. Councilmember Webster expressed the same concerns as Councilmember Handmacher, and wanted to be assured that adjustments could be made following analysis. Mr. McFall requested clarification on one point--if city were to designate 312th improvement as 4-5 lane road in six-year TIP and future engineering analysis and city projections indicate it is not necessary, can it be dropped off. Mr. De11as said that would be no problem. Councilmember Templeton requested amendment on page 18 of Exhibit A under proposed improvements--S. W. 312th corrected to So. 312th. Per Mr. Dellas, correction made. b. Public Hearing 'Testimony Jim Cron, 912 South 296th Place. On page 2 of Exhibit A under location--shou1d be So. 312th. Correction made. Commended staff on an excellent job in preparing plan. On page 2 of Exhibit A under proposed improvements--would like right-turn lanes also, especially westbound at 312th and 99. Feels there is a problem south of 320th at 21st S.W., especially after Fred Meyer opens. On page 15 of Exhibit A regarding 99--feels critical area and will need left-turn lane restrictions in future. Would like citizen's committee formed to interface between city and state regarding 99, including Chamber of Commerce participation. Councilmember Handmacher questioned his suggestions at 21st south of 320th other than improvements of lights at 336th. Mr. Cron said the road is too narrow for traffic flow. CounCIIffiember Gates questioned right-turn lane onto 336th going south and north on 21st. Mr. Cron feels that would m......._.~-_._----~......__..._-- _. City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 4 be helpful--also 304th at 99 southbound. Mr. Del1as explaned channelization will aid traffic flow. Mr. Cron feels the city will need to restrict left-turn lanes off major arterials within five to six years. Ray McMullin, 1205 South 315th. He is concerned about no traffic lights on the widened roads. Mr. Dellas explained many of the projects do include new signals or modifications to existing signals to accommodate added lanes, and most projects will have some type of signalization. Mr. McMullin also commented regarding plan for SR99 on page 15 of Exhibit A--feels it will make a freeway out of 99. Dennis Martin, 2013 South 304th. Response to pages 8 and 11 of Exhibit A. He suggested 312th be extended east toward freeway and tie into 304th and Military Road just before it goes under the freeway, to help alleviate heavy traffic through residential area on 28th. Mayor Ertel said the council has had similar thoughts about that area for future connections. Sam Elder, 30105-2nd Place S. W. His main concern is heavy traffic at 312th, expecially at Dash Point Road. Alot of people use Redondo route to avoid congestion at Dash Point and 99 even after the construction was completed on 312th. Noah White, 1660 South 333rd #209 (Charwood Mobile Home Park), and has lived there for 18 years; now he can't turn and go south on 333rd. Drives bus for senior center and driving in this area is really a problem. All the major east/west roads are impossible to travel. He thanked and complimented the first council for doing a great job. Nancy McElney, 30016-21st Ave. S.W. She is concerned about widening of SR99, and how is will reflect on businesses, including post office. Christine Perry, lives on S. W. 313th. Her concern is on page 5 of Exhibit A--intersection of 21st Ave. S.W. and SR 509. It is impossible traveling north on SR509 at that intersection and attempting to turn left during the morning hours, so wants to make sure there will be lights after the road is widened. She thanked those responsible for putting in the sidewalks and crosswalk at the park. Deputy Mayor Gates said we need to educate drivers to be cautious and observe the crosswalk, especially with students using it en route to schools in the area. Being no further public comment, Mayor Ertel closed the public hearing at 8:55 p.m. c. Resolution (Next Resolution No. 90-35) City Council Minutes/June 26, 199~/Page 5 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Federal Way, Washington, Adopting a Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and Directing the Same to be Filed with the State Secretary of Transportation and the Transportation Improvement Board Council Discussion: Counci1member Handmacher suggested expanding projects 2 and 3 to four lanes with a center turn lane for a total of five lanes on portions yet to be completed on 312th. Mr. McFall explained all typos would be corrected prior to the final draft being prepared. Councilmember Handmacher wants to add 356th, and agreed with Mr. McFall to add 16th as items 1, 2 and 3. Deputy Mayor Gates wants bike lanes introduced into planning process, and Councilmembers Webster and Stead concurred, and agreed they can always be removed. Mr. McFall explained the city would include bike lanes in the project description and following analysis would determine if appropriate for project. Motion by Councilmember Handmacher to adopt Resolution No. 90-35 as amended by attachments; Second by Councilmember Stead. Motion passed as follows: VI. Ertel Yes Gates Yes Stead Yes Webster Yes Templeton Yes Handmacher Yes Marks Yes ORDINANCES (Next Ordinance No. 90-64) 1. An Ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, Amending Section 1 of Ordinance No. 90-42 to Restrict Parking on Portions of Both Sides of 6th Avenue S.W. and 7th Avenue S.W.; and Amending Section 4(b)(2) of Ordinance No. 90-29 to Reduce the Speed Limit on a Portion of S.W. Campus Drive from 35 Miles Per Hour to 25 Miles Per Hour Mr. McFall explained these next two ordinances should be considered together, since the first implements a reduced speed limit on Campus Drive and restricts parking on adjacent streets during the Good Will Games, and the second repeals the first one and restores it back after the Games; both come as staff recommendation. Mayor Ertel explained the council should adopt tonight. Motion by Councilmember Handmacher to suspend rules and waive first reading; Second by Councilmember Templeton. Motion to suspend rules passed as follows: Ertel Stead Templeton Marks Yes Yes Yes Yes Gates Webster Handmacher Yes Yes Yes City Council Minu~~s/June 26, 1990/Page 6 Discussion: Counci1member Handmacher said Section 2 should be corrected to reflect east and west sides of 6th and 7th Avenues; he also Jelt 100 feet may not be adequate. There was some discussion if 1000 feet would be better. Councilmember Webster asked if there will be a charge for Good Will Garnes parking and was told there would be a $5.00 charge; his concern is there will be lots of parking in neighborhoods near the pool. Deputy Mayor Gates feels 1000 feet parking limitation would be bad since people will just go further into neighborhoods for parking. Councilmember Handmacher also asked who would be furnishing signs for no parking areas. Mr. McFall explained the county will provide all signs at low or no cost. Motion by Councilmember Handmacher to table until next week; Second by Deputy Mayor Gates. Motion passed as follows: Ertel Stead Templeton Marks Yes Yes Yes Yes Gates Webster Handmacher Yes Yes Yes 2. An Ordinance of the City of Federal Way, Washington, Repealing Ordinance No. 90---, which Temporarily Restricted Parking on Portions of Both Sides of 6th Avenue S.W. and 7th Avenue S.W. and Reduced the Speed Limit on a Portion of S.W. Campus Drive from 35 Miles Per Hour to 25 Miles Per Hour; and Re-Establishing a 35 Miles Per Hour Speed Limit on a Portion of S.W. Campus Drive; and Establishing an Effective Date Motion by Councilmember Templeton to table until next week; Second by Councilmernber Webster. Motion passed as follows: VII. Ertel Yes Gates Yes Stead Yes Webster Yes Templeton Yes Handmacher Yes Marks Yes CITY MANAGER REPORT 1. Discussion of Submittal of Grant Application for Property Acquisition at Evergreen Airfield Site Mr. McFall reported he has been proceeding to develop a potential grant application for funding and cost of acquisition of property known as Evergreen Airfield Site a/k/a Campus Park (80 plus acres) and need to have some indication from coucil at this time in order to proceed. There are several items to consider: (1) potential use of site, i.e., there are restricted uses of property acquired City Council Minutes/Junec26, 1990/Page 7 thru grants; for recreation use only, could not use to build city hall or recreation center complex. Mr. McFall requested council adjourn into executive session to discuss appraisals and acquisition of the property. At 9:30 p.m., Mayor Ertel adjourned the council for an executive session for ten minutes. Counci1member Webster requested a 5-minute recess prior to going into executive session. Mayor Ertel then announced council would reconvene special session at 9:35 p.m. Mayor Ertel reconvened special meeting at 9:35 p.m. Mr. McFall explained the council needs to specify the approximate acreage to be acquired and give a generalized idea of the proposed uses of the property. Mayor Ertel asked if the property would have to be strictly listed as outdoor use with no buildings of any kind. Mr. McFall explained there could be support structures,~e., restrooms and small concessions, but no major buildings. Councilmember Webster explained the council would have to indicate specific uses for portions of the property, i.e., rec center, civic center, city hall, and that portion should be taken out of the grant application and funded 100% by the city, but would allow the city to use that portion for whatever useage they decide in the future. The rest of the property would have to be identified in general terms as to usage. There was discussion regarding amount of land required for various types of athletic fields. Councilmember Handmacher mentioned the wetland area must cover about five acres, so would reduce the property somewhat. Mr. McFall discussed the councilmatic bonded debt capacity for general obligation purposes is about seventeen and a half million dollars of the current assessed values, and without any grant funding would take a substantial portion of the entire debt capacity for councilmatic issues; there is also similar debt capacity for voted issues. Said he is not making a recommendation to the council, just comparing debt limits. Mayor Ertel asked how many acres would be needed for cultural arts center; Mr. McFall said without having done any site analysis, he feels would be in the neighborhood of twenty acres. Councilmember Webster said it really depends on the type of facility--a rec center like Kent Commons, the one in Renton or a small performing arts center, would take about ten to fifteen acres. He doesn't feel the council should expect this property to solve all problems and needs of the city for parks. Deputy Mayor Gates mentioned Center Stage facility and said she thinks it is about ten acres, but they actually need twice the property. She suggested that a performing arts center could have multi-usage, i.e., senior citizen and youth centers. City Council Minutes/June 26, 1~90/Page 8 Motion made by Counci1member Stead that application be submitted to specify 60 acres for recreational park uses out of the 84-acre site; Second by Councilmember Templeton. Motion to amend made by Councilmember Handmacher to include entire site as part of grant application; Second by Deputy Mayor Gates. Discussion: Councilmember Handmacher feels there are other sites of ten to twenty acre size throughout Federal Way that would be appropriate for a civic center, city hall, meeting rooms, etc.; he feels the need for active recreation parkland is great and the entire 84-acre site should be included in the grant application. Councilmember Webster feels grant application should include acreage somewhere in between to provide additional amenities to overall site, i.e., indoor space for major events, facilities/showers, tennis, trails; he feels it is important to provide a major recreational center. He explained the council could amend the application up until September, at which time the IAC committee will make its determination. The grant application can be withdrawn at anytime, however, no changes should be made after submission to the Governor, unless it is pulled completely. Motion made by Councilmember Handmacher to change his amendment to 73 acres as opposed to 83 acres; Second by Deputy Mayor Gates. Discussion: Mayor Ertel said she prefers Councilmember Stead's motion to include entire 84 acres because she feels ten acres is too small for a performing arts center. She would like to see a future community/recreational center cover a variety of needs in the same general area as a future performing arts center. Councilmember Marks said he is concerned about additional taxes for the citizens, especially since schools and fire department want increases, as well as an upcoming property reevaluation. Councilmember Handmacher explained the council isn't making a decision tonight to purchase the property, so isn't committing the taxpayers at this time. We are just filing a grant application and can make a decision later as to amount of grant, if any. He feels that much of the citizen discussion during the campaign was based on the need for parks and recreation in the city, and this piece of property will not be available in the future if passed up now. Twenty years from now, the public will only remember loss of this property, if the city doesn't attempt to acquire it for future generations. Councilmember Templeton and Mayor Ertel agree with this theory. Councilmember Templeton asked Councilmember Stead if he has anything to add to his original motion. Councilmember Stead explained he doesn't want to lock the council into all or none, but does feels a portion of the property should be set aside for city purposes. Deputy Mayor Gates said maybe 65 acres would be best. ----------~--~----------- ------ .------ - City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page_~ Mayor Ertel asked if council ready to vote on amendment to motion. Motion failed as follows: Ertel Stead Templeton Marks No No Yes No Gates Webster Handmacher No Yes Yes Motion made by Deputy Mayor Gates to amend motion to 65 acres; Second by Councilmember Marks. Discussion: Councilmember Marks questioned cost of appraisal, as well as any other costs incurred by city. Mr. McFall advised the council authorized $10,000, the city hired two appraisers and the total cost is about $7,000 for both appraisals; and minimal costs associated with final development of the application, basically in staff time, i.e., photocopying, etc., but nothing in terms of contracting. Councilmember Webster said city will need an aerial and schematic, which may have to be contracted, but should be under $1,000, plus staff time. Councilmember Handmacher feels 65 acres is a mistake--said it is a shame to lose the potential for state-matched funding of the entire property as a park. Counci1member Webster said he still feels a portion should be set aside for a major indoor recreational center. Motion to amend to 65 acres passed as follows: Ertel Yes Stead Yes Templeton Yes Marks No Mayor Ertel asked for any discussion on amended motion to apply for 65 acres. Mr. McFall asked to clarify portion being left out is the northeasterly portion of the property, and to specify uses for the property as passive recreation, i.e., trails, jogging paths, softball, baseball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, tennis. Counci1member Handmacher understands about the northeast quadrant, but the southwest quadrant with the wetland might have some development limitations in terms of ball fields, so might be better to incorporate the wetland area into some sort of a lake and walking trails. Councilmember Webster said because of visibility and access to the community, he feels the northeast section would be best; and must be careful not to overdevelop the area. Councilmember Handmacher talked about the two major roads being needed for circulation, so could put some limitations on the property usage. Councilmember Webster said there will have to be some internal roads and parking, but state won't allow major urban streets to be put in with recreational funds. Mr. McFall confirmed internal circulation could include roadways through the site, but must be careful to use for recreational access only. Gates Webster Handmacher Yes Yes Yes City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 10 VIII. Counci1member Stead asked if the additional twenty acres could be used for right-of-way. Councilmember Webster responded it could be, but council would have to make determination of location when application is submitted; if application reflects major thoroughfares, it could be detrimental to the application; one of the major selling points of the property is that it is a large open space that can be developed for recreational purposes; to break it up into small individual sites for right-of-ways will lessen the desirability and value from the lAC standpoint. Mr. McFall agreed that dividing the property by a roadway would lessen the value. Amended motion to apply for 65 acres passed as follows: Ertel Yes Stead Yes Templeton Yes Marks No Mr. McFall will complete the application as directed by council vote and submit to state in a timely manner, and keep the council apprised of any developments. Mr. McFall reported he has nothing further to come before the council. Gates Webster Handmacher Yes Yes Yes COUNCIL REPORTS 1. of Parks, 18th, 7:30 Councilmember Webster reported the next meeting Recreation & Cultural Affairs will be held July a.m., City Hall (no meeting on July 4th); Re: Representative from Seattle Kids' Day Festival; Comprehensive Plan; Citizens Advisory Board Update on 2. Councilmember Stead reported the next meeting of Facilities & Personnel will meet tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m., City Hall; Re: Committee structure; any input from councilmembers is appreciated. Councilmember Marks asked if travel and meetings by councilmembers will be referred to Personnel Committee; Mr. McFall responded in the affirmative. Councilmemb-er Templeton asked if the city is proceeding with a lease for the new city hall; Mr. McFall explained owner has bids on tentative improvements, staff is meeting tomorrow afternoon with contractors, the draft lease document is being prepared and should be ready for council review in approximately two to three weeks. He feels move will be a date in mid to late August, possibly as late as September 1st-. 3. Councilmember Marks reported Public Services Committee will meet this Friday at 7:30 a.m., City Hall; Re: Review of Solid Waste Advisory Committee--there have been 22 names submitted and committee will try to reduce to nine; Counci1member Stead requested council of whole receive copies of applications prior to selections being made ---------~----~----------- - City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 11 6. IX. 4. Deputy Mayor Gates reported the Budget, Finance & Insurance Committee will meet July 3rd at 7:30 a.m., City Hall; Re: Meeting with new Finance Director, 1991 Budget & Finance Reports 5. Councilmember Templeton reported the Human Services Committee will meet on July 10th at 7:30 a.m., City Hall; Re: Community Care Network/Nancy McCallum, Salvation Army & Review of Summer Teen Program; he talked via phone and met in person with Mark Kersey from Boys & Girls Club today and will report on those discussions at next meeting; reported city will be accepting applications immediately for Human Services Commission with deadline being July 30th; committee will meet again on July 31st at 7:30 a.m. to review applications and select commission members Councilmember Handmacher reported Land Use Committee hasn't met for awhile, but need to discuss puget Sound Regional Council; would like to set up study session for council of whole on July 9th at 7:00 p.m., City Hall. There are several other issues to be addressed, i.e., Intra-County Planning Agency, Development Impact Fee Ordinance Councilmember Templeton responded to a citizen inquiry of someone logging in Steel Lake run-off area--maybe it is part of an improved development, but he isn't sure. This is on south side of 304th about 300 feet east of 99 and are large cranes and equipment; also, some fill is being hauled into area. Mr. McFall said he would have the area checked out by staff. Mayor Ertel talked with Phyllis Lamphere about the Rocky Mountain Institute, which is a leadership program for elected officials coming up in July. They are offering scholarships up to $1,000, which either staff or council could be a recipient. Mr. McFall mentioned that several of the city's new staff members have already attended the institute. John Moir reported it is a very extensive hands-on seminar with consultants available to assist persons in identifying their personalities, as well as sorting out professional objectives and interfacing with other staff members--he felt it is an extremely valuable experience. Councilmember Stead said he would like to see someone attend. Mayor Ertel left information with Mr. McFall for review by interested persons. The city would be responsible for $995, if we receive the $1000 scholarship. Mayor Ertel reported there is a Regional Aviation Task Force/Economics of Transportation luncheon on July 11th; Councilmember Stead will try to attend. AUDIENCE COMMENT ---~-------------------"--- ---------------- - City Council Minutes/June 26, 1990/Page 12 x. There was no audience comment. ADJOURNMENT With no further Ertel adjourned business to come before the Council, Mayor ~e~~~ ¡~.._---/ N. Christine r~en Assistant to City Clerk