Council MIN 07-05-1995 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers - City Hall
July 5, 1995 - 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Gates opened the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council at 7:00 p.m., in Council
Chambers, City Hall, Federal Way, Washington.
City Council present: Mayor Mary Gates, Deputy Mayor Phil Watkins, Councilmembers Jack Dovey,
Hope Elder, Ron Gintz, Mike Park and Skip Priest.
City Staff present: City Manager Ken Nyberg, City Attorney Londi Lindell, City Clerk Chris Green,
Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Ron Gintz led the flag salute.
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PRESENTATIONS
a.
Ethics Boardmember & Alternate Introduction
Reverend Jonathan Schmick received a Certificate of Appointment to the Ethics Board for another 3-
year term.
Although Bill Linehan was not present, his name was announced as Alternate Boardmember.
b.
Certified Municipal Clerk (added to Agenda)
City Clerk Chris Green, received flowers and a certificate qualifying her as a Certified Municipal
Clerk from City Manager Ken Nyberg. The certification process included a three-year course of
instruction and "hands-on" experience as a Deputy Clerk and City Clerk.
IV.
CITIZEN COMMENT
John Metcalf, on behalf of "Fusion" thanked the Council for the HUD grant for a newly acquired
shelter and invited the Council to the 2nd Annual Jazz on the Sound Concert at the Visitation Retreat
& Cultural Center on August 4, 1995, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Barbara Gardner spoke in favor of
reconsidering what fields and play areas would be included at Celebration Park. Rick Gardner
announced KUDOS! were in order for the wonderful fireworks display on the 4th of July; expressed
congratulations to Michael Park for his appointment to the Council; spoke in agreement with
Barbara's comments; and announced he and his family were moving to Arizona.
ORIGINAL
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Peggy LaPorte of the Care Giving Unit reported they have purchased a one bedroom condominium
unit to be used as a shelter for women and children; she also announced the upcoming jazz concert.
Mayor Gates commented it was, "a delight" to see Ms. LaPorte had made the purchase; she thanked
the Gardner's for their continued concerns for a balance between an active/passive usage of
Celebration Park and bid them farewell.
V.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Minutes/July 19 Special Session
June 20 Special/Study Session & Regular Meeting
Voucher/July 5, 1995
Monthly Financial ReportlMay
Enactment Ordinance/Solid Waste Franchise/Expansion of Operating Hours
APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 95-236
Resolution/Establish transportation Improvement Plan Public Hearing Date
APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 95-208
ResolutionlNaming of Visitation Retreat Center
APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 95-209
Historical Society Request to utilize Space at Visitation Retreat Center
1995 Asphalt Overlay Bid Award
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
Councilmember Priest pulled consent item (h) and Mayor Gates pulled consent item (f) for further
discussion.
Motion by Councilmember Gintz to approve consent items (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (g); second by
Deputy Mayor Watkins. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Park
Gintz
Priest
Watkins
Dovey
Elder
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Item (h): Councilmember Priest questioned money on this issue. Director of Public Works Cary
Roe stated additional money may be available later. Councilmember Gintz requested "number
crunching" for the difference between an overlay and total new construction.
Councilmember Priest moved for the adoption of consent agenda item (h); second by Councilmember
Gintz. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Park
Gintz
Priest
Watkins
Dovey
Elder
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
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Item (£): Following an explanation of the proposed name, Mayor Gates moved to adopt the naming
of the Visitation Retreat Center to the Visitation Retreat and Cultural Center; second by
Councilmember Priest. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Park
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Dovey
Elder
yes
yes
yes
VI.
INTRODUCTION ORDINANCE
Council Bill #116/336th & Kitts Corner Condemnation
Mayor Gates presented first reading of the proposed ordinance.
Councilmember Priest made a motion to move the Council Bill #116 to enactment on the July 18
agenda; second by Councilmember Dovey. Motion passed as follows:
Gates
Park
Gintz
Priest
yes
yes
yes
yes
Watkins
Dovey
Elder
yes
yes
yes
VII. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Nyberg announced the need for an executive session tonight with possible litigation
being the topic. No action was expected.
Mr. Nyberg mentioned a new form was being used tonight re: a fiscal report - new memorandum
was being used as a reference document.
Mr. Nyberg informed Council the City Shape Comprehensive Plan was completed; Volumes I and II
were placed at the dais for their review.
Mr. Nyberg informed Council as to the development of the new Police Department, which is under
way with many meetings taking place between key people; and told them he would begin a series of
reports keeping them apprised of the City's progress.
Mr. Nyberg introduced former Councilmember Joel Marks. As President of the district's Board of
Directors, Mr. Marks introduced Roger Brown, General Manager of Lakehaven. Mr. Brown
addressed the issue of water supply to the Council. He stated there is plenty of water for the citizens
of Federal Way. He informed Council 13 to 14 million gallons of water a day are used out of a
possible 28 million gallons available. Lakehaven officials are working with other city officials to
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achieve water "deals" ensuring our citizens will continually have an adequate supply of water. Mr.
Brown spoke of the concern earlier this summer regarding the conservation of water. He further
reported on the de-emphasized school program as behavior effects were not consistent with
expectations; encouraged continued conservation efforts and informed Council the direction of focus
will switch to indoor water use and conservation in the winter.
VIII. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Jack Dovey announced a special ParkslRecreation Committee Meeting on July 10,
1995, at 8:00 a.m.
Councilmember Hope Elder announced a Public Safety and Human Services Committee Meeting
July 13, 1995, at 7:30 a.m.
Deputy Mayor Watkins announced the new Director of the Airport Community Coalition Group is
Ken Reed. He requested Greg Fewins to give a report on the Environmental Impact Study at the
August I, 1995, study session.
Councilmember Ron Gintz stated there were no upcoming Finance Committee meetings scheduled.
He announced delegates from Hachinohe would be greeted at a reception at City Hall, on Friday,
July 7, 1995, at 1:00 p.m.; they will host a booth for both days of Family Fest.
Councilmember Skip Priest thanked the City staff for their hard work and time in completing the
City Shape Comprehensive Plan. He announced the next Land Use Transportation Committee
Meeting will be August 7, 1995, at 6:00 p.m. Further, Mr. Priest spoke of legislation re: Public-
Private Partnership and stated there was a proposal for three Park & Ride Facilities where a fee
would be charged for security. He explained there is a 30-day window for comment and staff
analysis. The deadline for comment relative to the issue is July 16, 1995. Finally, he suggested that
staff prepare a letter in regard to this issue. Deputy Mayor Watkins provided a brief insight to the
Public-Private Partnership issue and how it began during the 1993 legislative session.
Councilmember Park stated the Red, White and Blues Festival was a success. He announced Family
Fest on July 8 and 9 and encouraged all to attend.
Mayor Gates invited all Councilmembers to be present in Chambers at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 7,
1995, to greet the delegates from Hachinohe. She stated a dinner would take place on July 9, 1995,
at 8:00 p.m. at an "undecided" place. She reminded Councilmembers about the parade on July 8, and
that their families have been invited to ride in the parade vehicles. She announced she and
Councilmember Priest attended the recent WAC Conference and would provide a summary of
resolutions and conference documents to Councilmembers.
IX.
EXECUTIVE SESSION/Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW
At 8:20 p.m., Mayor Gates announced a IS-minute executive session. At 8:38 p.m., City Manager
Nyberg announced a 6-minute continuance of the executive session.
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Mayor Gates closed the executive session at 8:45 p.m., and announced there would be no action
taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Gates adjourned the regular
meeting of the Federal Way City Council at the hour of 8:46 p.m.
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Robert H. Baker, Deputy City Clerk