Council MINS 01-04-2000 Regular
FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers - City Hall
January 4, 2000
REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 p.m.
MINUTES
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
City Clerk Chris Green called the regular meeting of the Federal Way City Council to order at the
hour of 7:04 p.m.
Council members present: Councilmembers Jeanne Burbidge, Mary Gates, Michael Hellickson,
Linda Kachmar, Dean McColgan, Mike Park, and Phil Watkins.
City staff present: City Manager David Moseley, City Attorney Landi Lindell, and City Clerk
Chris Green.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Burbidge led the flag salute.
III.
SWEARING-IN CEREMONY
City Clerk Chris Green administered the Oaths of Office to Councilmembers-Elect Mary Gates,
Mike Park, Michael Hellickson, and Dean McColgan.
IV.
SELECTION AND SWEARING-IN CEREMONY
City Clerk Chris Green read into record, the Council procedures to be followed for the selection
process of Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
City Clerk Chris Green opened nominations for the position of the Mayor.
Councilmember Watkins nominated Councilmember Park for the position of Mayor; there were no
additional nominations.
COUNCILMEMBER GATES INSTRUCTED THE CITY CLERK TO CAST A
UNANIMOUS BALLOT FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER PARK AS
MAYOR; COUNCILMEMBER BURBIDGE SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
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Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
yes
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
City Clerk Chris Green administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Mike Park.
Mayor Park humbly and gratefully accepted the position of Mayor, and expressed sincere
appreciation to his Council colleagues and the citizens of Federal Way for bestowing this honor.
Mayor Park stated he has been a Federal Way resident for the past twenty years, and reflected
upon his heritage and background in coming to the United States from Korea as a young man. He
also addressed the importance of respecting and recognizing diversity within the Federal Way
community. As Mayor, he envisions focus on three specific areas: (I) a team concept to improve
the communication channels; (2) to become consensus builders; and (3) to represent all aspects of
the community. Mayor Park expressed his appreciation for the support from Council, staff and
the entire community, in working toward a successful new year.
Mayor Park opened nominations for the position of the Deputy Mayor.
Councilmember Hellickson nominated Councilmember Kochmar for the position of Deputy
Mayor; there were no additional nominations.
COUNCILMEMBER WATKINS INSTRUCTED THE CITY CLERK TO CAST A
UNANIMOUS BALLOT FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER KOCHMAR
AS DEPUTY MAYOR; COUNCILMEMBER GATES SECOND. The motion passed as
follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
yes
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
City Clerk Chris Green administered the Oath of Office to Deputy Mayor Kachmar.
Deputy Mayor Kachmar took a moment to reemphasize Mayor Park's statement regarding the
importance of the Council working together as a team through open lines of communication, and
thanked Councilmembers for their support. Deputy Mayor Kochmar commended Mayor Park on
becoming the first Korean mayor in the nation, and enthusiastically encouraged the Council and
citizens to join together in making positive decisions for the city's future.
Councilmember McColgan's wife and mother presented Councilmembers with authentic Hawaiian
leis made from tea leaves to signify good luck.
King County Metro Councilmember Peter von Reichbauer congratulated his long time friend and
colleague, Mayor Park.
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V.
PRESENTATIONS
a.
Proclamation/Martin Luther Kin!.!. Jr. Day
Deputy Mayor Kachmar presented the proclamation to Diversity Commissioner Ron Walker,
recognizing January 17, 2000, as the celebration honoring the memory of Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr.
Diversity Commissioner Walker thanked Council, and invited citizens to attend the Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. Day celebration being held on January 17,2000, at 10:30 a.m., at Decatur High
School. The theme of this year's celebration is "Many Faces, Many Voices - One Community",
and includes group performances from the Northwest Irish Dancers, the Native American
Muckleshoot Drummers, and the Youth Symphony; the event's guest speaker will be Dr. Carl
Livingston.
b.
City Manager/Introduction of New City Employees
City Manager David Moseley announced the following new city employees: Orinn Morrell has
been hired for the position of Court Clerk I; he previously worked for Pierce County Courts.
Criselda Ganley for the position of Court Clerk II; she also comes from the Pierce County court
system. Trudi Flagg has transferred to the Municipal Court from the City Manager's Office to
become a Court Clerk I. He also introduced Keith Schenkel, a previous city employee, who has
recently returned to the position of Police Officer.
c.
City Manager/Emerging Issues
City Manager David Moseley announced that there were no emerging issues to report.
VI.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Lynda Jenkins congratulated the new Mayor, and announced the upcoming "Nearby History"
lecture series to be held at the Federal Way Regional Library beginning January 27, 2000, and
continuing every other week for eight weeks.
Ron Zaffino spoke on behalf of his Federal Way business, thanking the Parks and Public Safety
Departments for their positive response to his recent concerns. He commended Parks Director
Jennifer Schroder on her effort to include him during Celebration Park discussion reviews; and
noted the positive increase in Police protection in the area surrounding his business.
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VII.
CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes/December 21. 1999 Regular Meeting - Approved
Council Bill #242/Personal Wireless Communication Facilities Code Amendments
Aooroved Ordinance No. 00-363
Parks and Recreation Commission Appointment (reDlacement) - Appointed Dave
Annstrong
Year 2000 Grant Ap.provals for Solid Waste/Recycling Division of Public Works
Aooroved Resolution No. 00-310
2000 Arts Commission Contract for Services Program Recommendation - Approved
2000 Arts Commission Work Plan - Approved
1999/2000 Youth Commission Work Plan - Approved
Panther Lake Neighborhood Traffic Safety Project - Approved
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
COUNCILMEMBER GATES MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED; SECOND BY DEPUTY MAYOR KOCHMAR.
Councilmember McColgan pulled Consent Item (c).
The motion to approve Consent Items (a), (b), (d), (e), (f), (g), and (h) passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kochmar
yes
yes
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
Consent Item (c): Councilmember McColgan addressed the Parks and Recreation Commission
appointment of Dave Armstrong as a voting commission member, and recognized Mr. Armstrong
for his dedication as an alternate member, and as one who has already spent many hours giving
back to the community.
COUNCILMEMBER MCCOLGAN MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM
(c) TO APPOINT DAVE ARMSTRONG AS PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSIONER;
DEPUTY MAYOR KOCHMAR SECOND. The motion passed as follows:
Burbidge
Gates
Hellickson
Kachmar
yes
yes
yes
yes
McColgan
Park
Watkins
yes
yes
yes
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VIII.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
Council Committee Preferences
Mayor Park deferred the discussion and appointments to the upcoming Council retreat scheduled
for Ocean Shores on January 7110 -8110, 2000; Council members concurred.
IX.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Council member Gates noted there are fewer regional meeting reports at this time, due to the new
year's beginning. She reminded interested Council members to fax their requests for appointments
to the Appointment Committee of the Suburban Cities Association by Wednesday, January 5,
2000. She also reported she will continue to serve on the Sound Transit Finance Committee until
she is reaffirmed or a replacement has been appointed.
Councilmember Burbidge stated the next Executive Advisory Committee of Sound Transit for
Federal Way and Star Lake will meet on January 5, 2000, at Union Station in Seattle; she will
also be attending the new South King County Human Services Forum on Thursday, January 6,
2000. She noted the Knutzen Family Theatre will be hosting two performances of "Tours de
Force!", the first being January 8, 2000, at 8:00 p.m., and again January 9,2000, at 2:00 p.m.;
these performances include local favorite, Diane Sweeney.
Councilmember Hellickson took a moment to recognize hjs wife and the volunteers who worked
countless hours, thus enabling him to become a new Council member. He would like to see city
government being more accessible and accountable to the citizens of Federal Way.
Council member Watkins reported the next meeting of the Land Use/Transportation Committee is
scheduled for Monday, January 10,2000, at 5:30 p.m., in Council Chambers.
Councilmember McColgan noted his becoming a City Council member is an extreme honor, and
expressed his desire to work with others in making Federal Way a model city. As a twenty-year
resident and new Councilmember, he fully supports strong economic growth and youth programs.
Deputy Mayor Kachmar reaffirmed she will continuously work with Mayor Park as a team. She
noted her enthusiasm of the upcoming changes being implemented in the downtown sector, and
expressed her excitement in having a new City Manager lead the city into a new year. She further
stressed the importance of encouraging citizens to become volunteers within our community.
X.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Moseley began by recognizjng former Councilmembers Lynn Templeton,
Hope Elder, Jack Dovey and Bob Stead for attending tonight's Council meeting. He reported on
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the Y2K rollover, stating it went off without a hitch; he thanked Mehdi Sadri and his staff for the
past I8-month preparation that enabled a smooth transition into the new millennium. He noted all
Councilmembers should have already received their copies of the Council Retreat packet prepared
by Facilitator Jim Reid; the retreat will be held at Ocean Shores on January ~ - 8th, 2000.
Management Services Deputy Director Marie Mosley will serve as Acting City Manager in his
absence.
City Manager Moseley reported twenty-nine visitors from the City of Hachinohe will be
performing at the SeaTac Mall- Bon Marche Courtyard on January~, at 4:00 p.m.
Mr. Moseley extended his personal congratulations to Mayor Park and Deputy Mayor Kachmar.
He announced there will be no executive session tonight, and extended an invitation for everyone
to attend the public reception immediately following the meeting, to welcome the newly elected
officials.
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Federal Way City Council, Mayor Park
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N. Christine Green, CMC
City Clerk