Council MINS 12-21-1999 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
December 21,1999 - 7:00 PM
MINUTES
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Gintz called the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council to order at the hour of
7:06 PM.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Ron Gintz, Deputy Mayor Michael Park, Councilmembers
Jeanne Burbidge, Jack Dovey, Mary Gates, Linda Kochmar, and Phil Watkins.
City staff present: City Manager David Moseley, City Attorney Londi Lindell, and City Clerk
Chris Green.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Watkins led the flag salute.
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PRESENTATIONS
a.
City Manager/Introduction of New City Employees
City Manager David Moseley announced there were no new employees to introduce this evening.
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City Manager/Emerging Issues
Public Works Director Cary Roe updated Council on drainage issues facing the privately owned
properties in the Easter Lake area. Mr. Roe referred to a recent memorandum he sent to Council
addressing possible causes of the drainage problems; he also responded to a variety of
Councilmember inquiries. The Public Works Department will hold a public meeting on December
23, 1999, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, in Council Chambers, City Hall, to guide and inform
citizens who live around or near Easter Lake of the potential solutions and costs associated
therewith. Mr. Roe also discussed the possibility of scheduling a second informational meeting
after the holidays, however, no date has yet been set.
ORIGINAL
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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CITIZEN COMMENT
HoDe Elder thanked Mayor Gintz and Councilmember Dovey for their commitment and dedication
to the citizens of Federal Way during their terms of office. She expressed gratitude for the many
hours they have spent trying to make a difference, including the behind-the-scene details and
citizen concerns they've addressed on a daily basis.
Pilar LeMay introduced herself as a newly appointed member of the Diversity Commission, and
stated it is a pleasure to serve on the commission. She noted the Diversity Commission is
currently working on the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration scheduled for January 17, 2000.
Paul Wham spoke regarding the 21.36 acres ofland the Federal Way National Little League
currently possesses. He distributed material to Council members, including an outline of the
Federal Way National Little League's proposal to gift the land to the city in exchange for certain
stipulations. He urged the city to review and accept this proposal before the February 1, 2000
deadline set by the Federal Way National Little League. Councilmembers requested the City
Manager schedule discussion on the league's proposal during their upcoming retreat in January.
H. David Kaplan responded to the proposal by the Federal Way National Little League, and
expressed prior concerns of the Parks and Recreation Commission; he noted the Commission has
compiled a list of pros and cons they would like Council to consider regarding the league's current
proposal.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes/December 7. 1999 Regular Meetin!! - Approved
VoucherlDecember 21 1999 - Approved
Monthly Financial ReDOrt/Month of November 1999 - Approved
Council Bill #239/Criminal Code AmendmentlEnactment Ordinance
Approved Ordinance #99-362
Council Bill #240/Adult Uses Code Amendment/Enactment Ordinance
Approved Ordinance #99-361
Council Bill #241/Natural Gas or Manufactured Gas Use TaxlEnactment Ordinance
Approved Ordinance #99-360
Year 2000 Right-of-Way Landscape Maintenance Contract Award - Approved
2000 Vadis Northwest/Litter Removal Contract - Approved
So 312"' St/SR99 to 23'. Ave So Street ImDrovements Project - Approved
SR99 at So 330"' St Intersection IIilprovements/95 % Design - Approved
So 320"' St & SR99 Widenin!! & Intersection Improvements/85 % Design -
Approved
2000 Commute Trip Reduction Act Interlocal Agreement with King County/Metro -
Approved
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King County Waterworks Grant/Formation of Hylebos Stream Team - Approved
Cauital Facilities Plan Update/Acceleration of "WHll-ClP-03 SR99 Storm Drain"-
Approved
Dumas Bay Centre Janitorial Contract Renewal - Approved
40Ha) Deferred Compensation Plan/Resolution
Approved Resolution #99-307
Establish Authorize Signature for Municipal Court Bank Account/Resolution
Approved Resolution #99-308
Municipal Court Venue/Resolution
Approved Resolution #99-309
Rene!!otiated Interlocal A!!reement with FW School District for School Security -
Approved
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COUNCILMEMBER GATES MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED; DEPUTY MAYOR PARK SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
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Burbidge
Gates
Kochmar
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
yes
Dovey
Gintz
Park
yes
yes
yes
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
Extension of Time for Consideration of Lakehaven Comprehensive Wastewater
Plan
Burbidge
Gates
Kochmar
Watkins
Councilmember Kochmar recused herself from voting on the Extension of Time for Consideration
of Lakehaven Comprehensive Wastewater Plan, due to the fact she is employed by Lakehaven
Utility District.
COUNCILMEMBER WATKINS MOVED FOR THE TIME TO BE EXTENDED FOR
CONSIDERATION OF LAKEHA VEN COMPREHENSIVE W ASTEW A TER PLAN;
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY SECOND. The motion passed 6-0 as follows:
yes
yes
recused
yes
Dovey
Gintz
Park
yes
yes
yes
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INTRODUCTION ORDINANCE
Council Bill #242/Personal Wireless Communication Facilities/Code Amendment
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL
WAY, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER 22 (ZONING) OF THE
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
December 21, 1999 - Page 4
FEDERAL WAY MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO SITING AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND REVIEW PROCESSES FOR PERSONAL
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.
Councilmember Dovey recused himself from voting on the Personal Wireless Communication
Facilities Code Amendment, due to the fact he is in the wireless business.
COUNCILMEMBER WATKINS MOVED TO A SECOND READING FOR ENACTMENT
AT THE JANUARY 4, 2000 COUNCIL MEETING; COUNCILMEMBER GATES
SECOND. The motion passed 6-0 as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Kochmar
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
yes
Dovey
Gintz
Park
recused
yes
yes
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CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Gates (as a member of the Suburban Cities Association Appointment Committee)
reminded interested Council members to submit their application form as sOOn as possible. She
also announced the proposed transit cuts to Route 173 have been postponed; however, if the
legislature does not provide additional funding for transit services, deeper cuts could possibly be
felt in June of 2000.
Councilmember Kochmar reported she attended the last meeting of the Airport Communities
Coalition on Wednesday, and reminded Councilmembers to consider appointments to the ACC for
the upcoming Year 2000.
Councilmember Watkins wished all the best to his departing colleagues, and wished a Merry
Christmas to all!
Councilmember Burbidge reported on the issues addressed at recent Puget Sound Water Quality
and South County Area Transportation Board meetings, including the regional support for
Council member Gates' reappointment to the Sound Transit Board of Directors. The Suburban
Cities Association has also announced its support of her reappointment on the board.
Deputy Mayor Park reported the eight visitors from Wonju, Korea had a very pleasant experience
visiting city hall, and were very impressed by the hospitality shown by city staff. He
also noted that he and Council members Gates, Kochmar and Burbidge recently met with Senator
Tracey Eide and Representatives Mark Miloscia and Maryann Mitchell regarding upcoming
legislative issues.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
December 21, 1999 - Page 5
Council member Dovey reported the Parks/Recreation! Human Services/Public Safety Committee
meeting scheduled for December 27, 1999 has been canceled. He took the opportunity to thank
everyone for their support over the past five years he has served on the City Council. He noted he
believes the new Council, including the five remaining members and the two new members, will
do a great job. He also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Mayor Gintz spoke to the comments made earlier regarding the National Little League's proposal;
he said he believes the new Council will deal fairly with such issues, including the city's limited
resources due to the passing of 1-695. He also reflected on his eight years of service, and stated
lightheartedly, that he is smarter today than yesterday! He concluded by saying, "despite the fact
he is not returning to the City Council, he will not be going away!"
IX.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Moseley announced the January 7, 2000, departure of the city's Surface
Water Manager Jeff Pratt who recently accepted the position of Deputy Public Works Director
with Ventura County, California. The City Manager expressed regret in losing Mr. Pratt, who has
worked for the city since 1993; he recognized his many accomplishments, including a national
award for the 336th and Kitts Corner project. He congratulated and wished him well!
Mr. Moseley announced plans for the upcoming City Council retreat, which is scheduled for
January 7-8, 2000. Facilitator Jim Reid has already interviewed Councilmembers, and is in the
process of finalizing key issues for the retreat agenda.
He reported the city hosted the Advancing Leadership program last Thursday in Council
Chambers, and thanked Councilmember Gates and Public Safety Director Wood for their part in
the event.
The City Manager recognized and thanked the city's Wellness Committee for their role in
promoting the Adopt-A-Family program for this holiday season, and commended city departments
for their overwhelming support in making the holidays much brighter for a number of families. He
expressed that it is truly better to give than to receive!
He commented On the staff's positive impression of the eight visitors from Wanju, Korea. He
noted that all who were involved in the various workshops were impressed with the detail and
energy of the visitors.
City Manager Moseley reminded Councilmembers of the need for a 30-minute executive session to
discuss collective bargaining, as well as an added item to discuss litigation.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
December 21, 1999 - Page 6
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 7:55 PM, Mayor Gintz announced an approximate 30-minute executive session to discuss
collective bargaining and litigation, with action anticipated.
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Collective Bar!!aining/Pursuant to RCW 42.30.l40(4)(a)
Litigation/ Pursuant to RCW 42.31.110 (1)(i)
At 8:25 PM, Derek Matheson, Assistant to City Manager, announced the executive session was
being extended for an additional 15 minutes.
The Council returned to chambers at 8:45 PM, and Mayor Gintz reconvened the regular meeting.
COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED RA TIFICA TION OF THE POLICE SUPPORT
SERVICES ASSOCIATION'S COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT;
COUNCILMEMBER KOCHMAR SECOND. The motion passed 6-1 as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Kochmar
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
no
Dovey
Gintz
Park
yes
yes
yes
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Federal Way City Council, Mayor Gintz
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N. Christine Green, CMC
City Clerk