Council MINS 06-20-2000 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chambers - City Hall
June 20, 2000
MINUTES
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Park called the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council to order at the hour of
7:06 p.m.
Council Present: Mayor Mike Park, Deputy Mayor Linda Kochmar, Councilmembers Jeanne
Burbidge, Michael Hellickson, and Dean McColgan.
Council members Mary Gates and Phil Watkins had excused absences.
Staff Present: City Manager David Moseley, City Attorney Londi Lindell and City Clerk Chris
Green.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmemeber Hellickson led the flag salute.
III.
PRESENT A nONS
a.
Proclamation/Recreation & Parks Month
Deputy Mayor Kochmar presented the Proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Director Jennifer Schroder.
b.
Introductions & Certificate Presentations/Planning & Diversity Commissioners
Council member Burbidge thanked the applicants who recently applied for the commission
vacancies. She then presented certificates of appointments to incoming Planning Commissioner
Nesbia Lopez, Diversity Commissioners Maya Kumar, Pilar LeMay, and Elizabeth Chen, and
Alternate Diversity Commissioner Tapan Bose.
aRI GINAL
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c.
City Mana!!er/Introduction of New City Employees
City Manager David Moseley reported there are no new employees.
d.
City Manager/Emef!!ing Issues
City Manager David Moseley asked Management Services Director Iwen Wang to update Council
on the results of the 2000 City Services survey that was mailed to all Federal Way residents.
Ms.Wang noted that as a part of the 200112002 budget preparation process, the city prepared and
mailed a city services survey to approximately 36,000 homes; it was also made available on the
city's website and at various pubIic buiIdings. As of May 3 I ", the city has received 750 responses,
which have been detailed into a summary report for Council. The all inclusive summary included
responses in the areas of taxes and services, service importance, and satisfaction. In reviewing the
overall service satisfaction rating, e.g., the city's liveability rating, responses to available services
and taxing, it appears the city is providing the appropriate mix of services overall, finely balanced
with the available resources. While the majority indicate a need to improve transportation and
public safety, it is not supported by a need for increased taxation.
Councilmember Hellickson extended "kudos" to Management Services Director Iwen Wang,
noting he was impressed by the presentation of the data assembled for the report.
Deputy Mayor Kochmar inquired as to the number of responses, and the average length of the
respondent's residency in Federal Way. Ms. Wang reported the city received 750 responses,
however, the average length of residency of individuals is not available.
Mayor Park also extended his appreciation to Ms. Wang and her department for the report.
IV.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Michael Kerby, representing RCI Construction Inc., spoke in opposition to the city's of rejection
of the bids for the SeaTac Mall Detention/ Storm Drainage Improvements.
Mayor Park noted this item will be discussed during Council business.
V.
e.
f.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
b.
c.
d
Minutes/June 6. 2000 Regular Meetin!! -Approved
Interlocal Agreement/Sacaiawea Park Sports Field Improvement Proiect -Approved
Sacajawea Soccer Field Improvement Proiect/Bid Acceptance -Approved
Wireless Communication Facility Policies/Sacajawea -Approved
Parcours System/BPA Trail Phase III -Approved
State Funding/Historical Cabins Park -Approved
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g.
Star Lake Basin Draina~e Improvements & Water Main Replacement Proiect/
Bid A ward -Approved
DEPUTY MAYOR KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED; COUNCILMEMBER MCCOLGAN SECOND.
Councilmember Hellickson pulled Consent Item (c).
The main motion to approve Consent Agenda Items (a), (b),(d),(e), (t),(g) passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
excused absence
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
excused absence
Consent Item (c) - Sacaiawea Soccer Field Imorovement Project/Bid Acceotance
Councilmember Hellickson asked staff for clarification of funding for this project.
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Jennifer Schroder stated the project was funded
through a three-way partnership between the City of Federal Way, Federal Way School District,
and Federal Way Youth Soccer Association, as well as additional grant funding.
DEPUTY MAYOR KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT ITEM (c)
SACAJAWEA SOCCER FIELD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT/BID ACCEPTANCE;
COUNCILMEMBER BURBIDGE SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
VI.
yes
excused absence
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
excused absence
PUBLIC HEARING
Adoption of 6- Year Transportation Imorovement Plan
Staff Report
Traffic Engineer Rick Perez updated Council on the proposed 2001-2006 Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) and Arterial Street Improvement Plan (ASIP), which includes adding
three new projects: SR 18 (S. 348"' Street) and SR 161 (Enchanted Parkway S. 1l6th Avenue S); S.
272nd Street and I-5 ramps; and 12th Avenue SW extension from SW Campus Drive to SW 344th
Street. Mr. Perez explained the six-year TIP and ASlP respond to Growth Management Act
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concurrency requirements, as well as other emerging needs. Projects are selected based on criteria
adopted in the City's Comprehensive Plan. He also identified six projects that are being deleted
due to their completion.
Citizen Comment
Mayor Park opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m., and called for public comment; hearing none,
he closed the public hearing at 7:45 p.m.
City Council Deliberation
Deputy Mayor Kochmar inquired if these projects will, indeed, improve traffic congestion. Mr.
Perez stated the intent is not only to move cars, but to move people in the city. This will be
accomplished with not only the proposed planned projects, but also encompasses sidewalk
improvements, HOV lanes and roundabouts. He noted the Weyerhaeuser Way roundabout has
eliminated the need for three traffic lights, and will be highly effective once people learn to use it
correctI y .
Councilmember Burbidge asked if Council will have the opportunity to review projects before they
come up for bid, thus enabling them to entertain the possibility of different funding opportunities.
Mr. Perez noted these projects do come before Council on an annual basis; in addition, they
always have an opportunity to review grant applications.
Resolution! Adoption of 6- Year Transportation Improvement Plan
COUNCILMEMBER BURBIDGE MOVED APPROV AL OF THE RESOLUTION
ADOPTING THE 2001-2006 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND
ARTERIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN WITH THE ADDITION OF AN ANALYSIS
OF TRANSIT PULLOUT NEEDS ON SR99 AND S 320m STREET; DEPUTY MAYOR
KOCHMAR SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
excused absence
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
excused absence
Approved Resolution No. 00-316/Adoption of 6-Year Transporlation Improvement Plan
VII.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
SeaTac Mall Detention/Phase II Upper Subbasin WHIO Storm Drainage
Improvements Proiect/Reiection of Bids
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City Manager Moseley asked Public Works Director Cary Roe to update Council on the proposal
to reject all bids for the SeaTac Mall Detention/Phase II Upper Subbasin WHlO Storm Drainage
Improvements Project, and to rebid the project.
Mr. Roe stated that upon review of the submitted bids, it was apparent there was some confusion
on the part of a bidder as to the applicability of state sales tax. As a result, it is difficult to evenly
compare the bids. He recommends rejecting all bids and rebidding the project, with clarification of
contract documents to more clearly identify which state sales tax is applicable. In addition, due to
pipe availability for the project, weather conditions and contractual obligations with SeaTac Mall,
staff has initiated re-advertisement of the project.
Due to the tight time-lines, staff will bring the rebid results directly back to the July 5, 2000, City
Council meeting to request authorization to award the project to the lowest responsive, responsible
bidder.
DEPUTY MAYOR KOCHMAR MOVED TO REJECT ALL BIDS RECEIVED ON JUNE
15,2000 FOR THE SEATAC MALL DETENTION PHASE II UPPER SUBBASIN WHlO
STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, CONFIRM AUTHORIZATION TO
REBID PROJECT STARTING JUNE 17111 AND OPENING BIDS ON JUNE 30,2000, AND
AUTHORIZE STAFF TO BRING REBID RESULTS TO JULY 5, 2000, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING TO AWARD PROJECT TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE, RESPONSIBLE
BIDDER; COUNCILMEMBER BURBIDGE SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
excused absence
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
excused absence
VIII.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Burbidge reported on regional meetings she will attending, including the South
County Area Transportátion Board Meeting on Tuesday, Growth Management Council on
Wednesday, and the Regional, Law, and Public Safety Committee on Thursday. She also
announced the next meeting of the Park/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee will
be held Monday July 10th, at 12:00 noon.
Council member Hellickson reminded citizens of the public power utility issue to be discussed at
the next meeting of the Finance/Economic Development/Regional Affairs Committee scheduled to
be held at city hall on Tuesday, June 2Th, at 5:30 p.m.
Councilmember McColgan had no report this evening.
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Deputy Mayor Kochmar reminded citizens of the next Land Use/Transportation Committee on
Monday, June 26th, at 5:30 p.m. She will be attending the Association of Washington Cities
(AWe) Conference in Spokane beginning on Wednesday, June 21".
She also encouraged all citizens to attend the city's annual "Red, White, and Blues" festival
scheduled for July 4th at Celebration Park.
Mayor Park reported he will also be attending the A WC Conference in Spokane beginning on
Wednesday, June 21", and concluding on Friday, June 23'd. He plans on attending the Diversity
Commission retreat June 24th, being held at Highline Community College - Federal Way Campus.
He announced the next meeting of the Economic Development Oversight Committee will be on
June 28th, at 8:00 a.m.
Mayor Park noted the National Olympic Diving Trials are currently being held at the King County
Aquatic Center and are receiving national coverage on NBC; the event provides a wonderful
opportunity to showcase Federal Way to the nation.
IX.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Moseley updated Council on the 2001/2002 Budget process, stating the
budget instructions have been transmitted to all department directors; the input deadline is the first
part of July, enabling the proposed budget presentation to go forward to Council in September. He
thanked department directors for their creative thinking in cutting funds to balance the budget
shortfalls with the passage of r-695.
Mr. Moseley also invited all citizens to attend the July 4"' celebration at Celebration Park. The
festivities begin at 4:00 p.m., with family activities, live music, and a fireworks display beginning
at approximately at 10:00 p.m.
He announced the Diversity Commission is holding a retreat/orientation on Saturday, June 24th, at
Highline Community College - Federal Way Campus beginning at 8:00 a.m.
He reminded citizens that since the next regular City Council meeting falls on a holiday, it has
been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 5th, at 7:00 p.m.
He will be attending the A WC Conference in Spokane along with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor,
Councilmembers, and the Assistant to the City Manager. City Attorney Londi Lindell will be
Acting City Manager in his absence.
He reported the recent Korean Community meeting was very successful.
Mr. Moseley reminded Councilmembers there will not be an executive session this evening.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Federal Way City Council, Mayor Park
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