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
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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
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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
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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)
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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.
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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
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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
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x.
There was no audience comment.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further
Ertel adjourned
business to come before the Council, Mayor
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N. Christine r~en
Assistant to City Clerk