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05-17-2022 Council Minutes - RegularCIT 1% vz�:�L Federal Way CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES City Hall — Council Chambers* *remote attendance option available via zoom May 17, 2022 — 6:30 p.m. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Council President Linda Kochmar, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Erica Norton, Councilmember Hoang Tran, and Councilmember Jack Dovey. Councilmember Jack Walsh and Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson participated remotely via Zoom. City staff in attendance: Interim City Administrator Brian Davis, City Attorney Ryan Call and City Clerk Stephanie Courtney. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute. 3. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT Report on Recent Events: Mayor Ferrell reported on the opening day at the Farmer's Market on May 7 and his attendance on May 13 at the HUB University Initiative Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. He reported on a successful Touch -A -Truck event at the Performing Arts and Event Center on May 14. Upcoming community events: Mayor Ferrell noted the South King County Scholar Athlete Fund Silent Auction and Lunch will be held on Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. at the Performing Arts and Event Center. This will be a wonderful event hosted by King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer. He announced the African American/Black Community Quarterly Meeting was rescheduled to Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers and the meeting is open to the public. The Mayor also reported the Multi -Service Center (MSC) 21 st Annual Crab Feed & Auction scheduled for Saturday, June 4 in Renton on the south side of the lake. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 1 of 7 May 17, 2022 TC3 Update — Consulting team selected Via Architecture & Leland Consulting Planning Manager Keith Niven updated the City Council on the progress of the TC3 (former Target property) as the consulting team has been selected after an interview process involving six (6) firms with Council President Kochmar, Deputy Mayor Honda and staff. Mr. Niven reported Via Architecture and Leland Consulting presented a compelling design and plan. The Via Architecture proposal spoke of the elevation and the opportunities that brings including sights and underground parking possibilities. Leland Consulting will do the financial analysis for the property and planning. Mr. Niven noted this is an ongoing project and will include discussions at Council Committee and community input. He stated the timeline includes coming back to Council by the end of the year to select a preferred alternative, which would be followed by finding a developer. Council thanked Mr. Niven for the presentation. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Janine Barber encouraged attendance at the Make Music Event sponsored by the Federal Way Lions Club at Town Square Park on June 21 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. She also reported a pancake breakfast fundraiser at Jimmy Mac's Restaurant on Saturday, May 21. Susan Strong noted concern over the amount of hybrid/electrical vehicle parking spots at the Performing Arts and Event Center, when more handicapped spaces should be available. Geoffrey Tancredi, 25-year resident, is concerned with Federal Way School District testing data and feels the district is pushing left ideals and sexualization of young children. He believes the public school system has failed and recommends home school options. Ron Walker. resident, is a supporter of redevelopment in the downtown core which is central in growing the city. He supports "The Dip" which is an over -street bridge to connect 21 st Ave South and the mall property. He believes this is a visionary step in the city's history and will enable growth into the downtown. Betty Taylor, resident, expressed her gratitude for the Mayor and City Councilmembers who welcome her and allow her to express herself at the Council meetings. She has been attending the meetings for years and believes the Council listens to concerns and then takes action. She appreciates the work they do for the community. 5. PRESENTATIONS a. Recognition of Municipal Court Student Art Contest Winners With agreement from the Council, Mayor Ferrell moved this item to accommodate the students in the audience. Clerk's Note: Presentations are reordered in the order they were taken at the meeting. Recreation Coordinator Cassie Swan provided background on the Student Art Contest which began in 2009 and is hosted by the Municipal Court. She introduced Judges David Larson and Brad Bales who read and presented certificates to the Student Art Contest winners. Judge Larson was pleased to present the certificates and congratulated each of the students on their work. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 2 of 7 May 17, 2022 b. Proclamation: National Police Week May 11-17 Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the proclamation to Police Chief Andy Hwang and multiple officers with him. He thanked the Mayor and Council for recognizing and support the officers and the important work they do in and for the community. c. Proclamation: Public Works Week May 15-21 Council President Kochmar read and presented the proclamation to Public Works Director EJ Walsh. Director Walsh thanked the Mayor and Council and noted this year's theme for Public Works Week is "Ready and Resilient". d. Proclamation: Mental Health Awareness Month — May 2022 Councilmember Assefa-Dawson (who was attending virtually) read the proclamation while Deputy Mayor Honda presented to Marco Sauri, Vice Chair of the King County Recovery Coalition and 4dvisory Board who graciously accepted and thanked the Council for recognizing the important work of Mental Health Awareness. Also accepting (virtually) was Laura Van Tosh, King County Recovery Coalition member and founder of Washington Legislative and Policy Advocates (WLPA) who also thanked the Mayor and Council. e. Misdemeanant Probation Association (MPA) Probation Supervisor of the Year Judge Dave Larson and Judge Brad Bales spoke to recognize Municipal Court Probation Supervisor Stacie Scarpaci, who was recently awarded the MPA Probation Supervisor of the Year. Ms. Scarpaci thanked the Judges and Court Administrator Ms. Giazzi for the nomination and noted it was a pleasure to work with the Court and work in this community. She also thanked the Mayor and Council for this recognition. 6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS): Councilmember Walsh reported on the recent Committee meeting and the items discussed. He noted the next meeting would be June 14. Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC): Councilmember Dovey reported on the items discussed at the last meeting; he will be recusing himself from Ordinance 9(b) on tonight's agenda as it conflicts with his work. He stated the next meeting will be June 6. Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC): Councilmember Tran reported the next meeting will be May 24 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): Councilmember Assefa-Dawson is happy to announce after lacking a quorum, the next meeting will be June 8` and staffed by Brian Davis until the new Economic Development Manager is hired. Deputy Mayor & Regional Committees Report: Deputy Mayor Honda reported on her attendance at various regional meetings including South County Area Transportation Board, and is working with the Board of Health to select a new Public Health Director. She noted the Board of Health will soon be reformatted to include an equal number of citizens and elected Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 3 of 7 May 17, 2022 officials. She encouraged Councilmembers attend the online series Elected Officials Essentials, and reported on her meeting with Interim City Administrator Brian Davis, Council President Kochmar, and Councilmember Tran to review ARPA recommendations. Council President Report: Council President Kochmar further reported on the meeting with Deputy Mayor Honda and Councilmember Tran regarding ARPA allocations, noting they anticipate additional follow-up from Mr. Davis to address their questions. She offered a public service announcement that catalytic converters are being stolen, sometimes during the daylight hours. She also cautioned about drugs in public places and how the community needs to be aware of changing times. 7. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes: May 3, 2022 Regular and Special Meeting Minutes b. Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Program Agreement - King County c. Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Program Agreement — SeaTac d. Authorization to Apply for King County Flood Reduction Grant e. S Dash Pt Rd Sidewalk Improvements — Project Acceptance f. RESOLUTION: Setting a Public Hearing Date of June 21, 2022 for the 2023-28 Transportation Improvement Plan/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 22-828 g. Award On -Call Guard Rail and Concrete Barrier Services Contract h. Puget Sound Energy Commercial Electrical Facilities Contract for Traffic Signals Sacajawea Park - Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Easement for Guy Wires COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF ITEMS A THROUGH I ON THE CONSENT AGENDA; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed unanimously as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember Norton yes 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS a. Resolution: S 320th Street/21It Avenue S Crossing Feasibility Study/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 22-829 Senior Planner Chaney Skadsen presented information regarding Council authorizing the use of up to $100,000 in funds currently appropriated for the Community Development Planning Division operation budget, as well as $200,000 in uncommitted funds from the Sound Transit Capital Fund, for a South 320th Street/21It Avenue South crossing Feasibility Study. Ms. Chaney referred to previous diagrams of the planned signalized intersection for crossing the seven (7) lane roadway. The previous option was to create a pedestrian island which would connect the two (2) separate crosswalks across South 320th Street. In effort to offer a better option to not only pedestrians creating a safe, efficient and enjoyable connection between the north and south sides of South 320th Street, staff are Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 4 of 7 May 17, 2022 proposing to study a "Dip" of South 320th Street and creating a 211t Avenue South pedestrian overpass across South 320th Street. Ms. Skadsen stated the feasibility study would include data collection; traffic operational analysis/traffic modeling to determine if the intersection can be modified; stormwater evaluation and recommendation; utility relocation; and identification of potential limitations. The results will include a technical report and conceptual design. She noted and no new funds are needed for this study. She highlighted the city is one of the larger property owners in the downtown area including Town Square Park, the Performing Arts and Event Center, and the TC3 property (former Target property). Feedback received at community open houses included the desire for a vibrant and walkable downtown to include retail, residential and restaurants/bars. If approved, the next steps would include the feasibility study to be completed in early 2023. Following the completion of the study they would evaluate the limitations and opportunities with the City Council. Councilmembers thanked Ms. Skadsen for her presentation and look forward to hearing the results and the next steps. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY. The motion passed unanimously as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes Councilmember Norton yes 9. ORDINANCES First Reading a. Council Bill #824/Ordinance: ORDINANCE. Sidewalk Repair, Construction, and/or Reconstruction and Assessments AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, MODIFYING THE CITY'S SIDEWALK CODE TO PROVIDE PROCESSES FOR SIDEWALK REPAIR, RECONSTRUCTION, AND/OR CONSTRUCTION; ADDING NEW SECTION FWRC 4.40.025 TO CHAPTER 4.40. Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler provided information regarding revising the City's sidewalk code to provide process for sidewalk repair, reconstruction, and/or reconstruction and associated assessments. She noted the goal is a safe and reliable sidewalk system, minimizing liability. Ms. Winkler noted the proposed additions to the code include notifying the property owner if sidewalk repair (abutting their property) is their responsibility. The property owner has 60 days to complete the repairs or request the city to complete at the property owner cost. A payment plan may be set up with the homeowner, and if no action is taken in response of notification, the City Council can direct the city to complete the repairs and assess costs to the property owner. No public comments were received. City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record. - Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 5 of 7 May 17, 2022 COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE JUNE 7, 2022, COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed unanimously as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Norton yes Councilmember Tran yes Councilmember Walsh yes Councilmember Dovey yes b. Council Bill #825/Ordinance: ORDINANCE: Amendment to New Cinaular Wireless PCS, LLC Franchise Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, GRANTING NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AMENDMENT TO OCCUPY RIGHTS - OF -WAY OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REMOVING TWO SITES AND ADDING ONE NEW SITE TO THE LIST OF AUTHORIZED SITES. (AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16-818) Councilmember Dovey recused himself from the discussion and vote. Deputy Public Works Director Desiree Winkler provided background information on the proposed amendment to the New Cingular Wireless franchise agreement. She noted New Cingular Wireless has an existing franchise for the installation and operation of six (6) macro wireless sites, which are large free standing or co -located cellular towers. This amendment would add one (1) site and remove two (2) sites which were mistakenly included in the original franchise. The two sites removed are on real property and not rights -of -way, and are included in separate lease agreements. She provided information on the additional coverage the one added site will provide for the Redondo Beach area. This project is consistent with the comprehensive plan and applicable FWRC provisions and was approved through Use Process III. Notice was mailed to residents/property owners within 300-foot radius. Council thanked Ms. Winkler for her presentation and asked clarifying questions regarding the two removed sites. No public comment was received. City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED TO FORWARD THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE JUNE 7, 2022, COUNCIL MEETING FOR SECOND READING AND ENACTMENT; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed unanimously 6-0 as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh yes CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey recused Councilmember Norton yes 10. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Dovey reported on a fun and lively Marine Hills Parade, which has been taking place for over 50 years. He was also pleased to attend the Touch -A -Truck event and thanked staff for their hard work and effort noting it was well attended by families in the community. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 6 of 7 May 17, 2022 Councilmember Walsh had no report and thanked Councilmember Assefa-Dawson for chairing the PRHSPS Committee meeting in his absence. Councilmember Tran referred to the earlier report from Deputy Mayor Honda and Council President Kochmar regarding review of the ARPA money and requests. He noted the requests far outweigh the available dollars and he would like to manage expectations as this process moves forward: Councilmember Norton recently attended a meeting of the Council on Foreign Affairs where cooling the planet through solar reflection was discussed. She is concerned with the government proposing to spend ten billion dollars on a program that will only reflect 1 % of the rays. Councilmember Assefa-Dawson reported she is in California for her daughter-in-law's graduation from Berkley with her Master's Degree. She was excited to share she was able to ride a bicycle which was designed to be hand operated. She has never been able to ride a bike and was pleased to share this experience with her family. Deputy Mayor Honda reported on catching her first fish. She also reminded everyone Blue Poppy Days at the Rhododendron Garden will be this coming Saturday with food trucks, music and more; the event is free and sponsored by the Arts Commission and 4Culture. She noted the Senior Commission is meeting tomorrow afternoon at City Hall and are working on the Health Fair scheduled for May 2023. She thanked the Save Weyerhaeuser Campus volunteer group for educating and advocating for the property over the last few years. She thanked Senator Claire Wilson for $300,000 from the state to study how the Weyerhaeuser Building can be re -purposed, and hopes the city will be included in that discussion. She also encouraged citizens to contact Sound Transit regarding the siting of the OMF. Council President Kochmar noted she met with representatives from Senator Patty Murry, Senator Maria Cantwell, and Congressman Adam Smith's offices in Washington DC to lobby for federal funding for the Weyerhaeuser building re -use with Deputy Mayor Honda and Councilmember Assefa-Dawson. She would like the state to work together with the city on large issues like this. 11. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Attest: Guru Sty hanie Courtney, CIVIC City Clerk Approved by Council: 0,-07-m4- Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 7 of 7 May 17, 2022