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Home My WebLink About09-19-2023 Council Minutes - RegularCITY OF Federal Way Centered on Opportunity CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA City Hall - Council Chambers September 19, 2023 - 6:30 p.m. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Ferrell called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. City officials in attendance: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Councilmember Paul McDaniel, Councilmember Hoang Tran, and Councilmember Jack Dovey (remote). City staff in attendance: City Administrator Brian Davis, City Attorney Ryan Call and City Clerk Stephanie Courtney. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Ferrell led the flag salute. Mayor Ferrell noted Councilmember Dovey is participating in the meeting remotely; Councilmember Walsh is unable to attend the meeting and is excused. 3. MAYOR'S EMERGING ISSUES AND REPORT Introduction & Swearing -In of New Police Officers Chief Andy Hwang introduced Officer Laine McCann, Officer Catrina Fletcher, Officer William Mann, Officer Alejandra Jacobo, Officer Trevor Funk, and Jail Transport Officer Amber Matlock, who are in various stages of their field training program. Mayor Ferrell administered the oaths of office to and congratulated each of them. Community Center Update Parks Director John Hutton was pleased to announce the leisure pool is open! He thanked the Mayor and Council for their attendance at the grand re- opening event last Saturday. Mayor Ferrell and Council noted how beautiful the pool and Community Center look and encouraged families to stop by an check out the facility. Day Center Update As requested at the previous City Council meeting, Mayor Ferrell asked Community Development Director Keith Niven provide an update. Director Niven read from a written update provided to Council on September 14 from Community Services Manager Sarah Bridgeford and included information and statistics on the Day Center usage. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 1 of 6 September 19, 2023 Recent Events Mayor Ferrell reported on recent events in the community including the well - attended Kiwanis 32nd Annual Golf Tournament on September 8; the South King Fire Annual 9/11 recognition on September 11, thanking Chief Hwang for his touching remarks; and he attended the Chamber Quarterly Update on September 13 where he enjoyed connecting with the business leaders. Upcoming Events Upcoming events in the community include the Wal-Mart Grand Re- opening on Friday, September 22; the Taste of Federal Way at the Farmers Market on September 23; and the Mayor's Day of Concern Food Drive on October 7 at the Twin Lakes Fred Meyers. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Han Kirkland the Contract Manager for Waste Management provided an update on their annual report and reported on opportunities to promote recycling in the community. Rhianne Janovich with Waste Management provided a Summary Outreach Report on recycling and waste reduction education. George Houston, local pastor, expressed concerns regarding homelessness, drug use and violent crimes; he proposed a symposium be held. Alexandre Milsten provided information on medical debt and the negative consequences it can have and shared solutions other organizations followed. Jeremy Windzer expressed his gratitude for the diversity of the new hires sworn in tonight. He continues to advocate for the youth in the community even when barriers are placed in front of him. Melissa Hamilton urged the City reclassify smash and grab crimes with a vehicle as a violent crime as was done in Thurston County. Mayor Ferrell reported that car theft in Federal Way has increased by 79% since this pursuit law was passed. Washington is third highest in the nation behind California and Texas. Susan Strong expressed concerns about homelessness, aggressive driving and academically poor schools in Federal Way. Robert Hicks lives on Steel Lake and shared worries about invasive water species taking over the lake and the poor water quality. Julie Vance is concerned about the pollution level of Steel Lake. Claiming that it is not safe enough to recreate in. Mary Ehlis with the Historical Society of Federal Way thanked the council for its continued support and shared about their annual meeting and an upcoming event on October 7. John and Deb Long live on Steel Lake and are dismayed by the water quality of Steel Lake. Trenise Rogers. read a letter from the Federal Way Diversity Commission advocating for a welcoming and safe community for all. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 2 of 6 September 19, 2023 Geoffrey Tancredi feels that the day center does not have redeeming value and that crime emanates from it. Ken Blevens believes that many of the homeless in Federal Way are coming from other surrounding cities. Craig Patrick extended an invite to council members and the community to come to a Stand - Up Federal Way clean up taking place on September 30tn Anna Patrick addressed housing in Federal Way; the City has one of the highest tax-exempt properties in King County. Mayor Ferrell asked Public Works Director, EJ Walsh, for a full presentation on Steel Lake at the next council meeting. 5. PRESENTATIONS a. Proclamation: Constitution Week September 17-23 Deputy Mayor Honda read and presented the proclamation to Sue Walker with the Lakota Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Ms. Walker thanked the Mayor and Council and acknowledged the importance of the U.S. Constitution. b. Arts Alive Recognition — Arts Commission Arts and Events Coordinator Cassie Swan announced the results of the Juried Arts Alive Show. She thanked the Arts Commission and the artists for their efforts. The artwork is on display at the Performing Arts and Event Center until January. 6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks/Recreation/Human Services/Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS): No report was provided. Land Use/Transportation Committee (LUTC): Councilmember Dovey reported the next meeting will be October 2 at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. He provided information on the free financial literacy class held at the Community Center noting space is still available for anyone wanting to participate. Finance, Economic Development Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC): Councilmember Tran reported there was no meeting in August and the next meeting will be September 26 at 5:00 p.m. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC): No report was provided. Deputy Mayor & Regional Committees Report: Deputy Mayor Honda provided information on the monthly Senior Commission meeting and the recently added outreach meeting to be held on the third Wednesday of each month at the Community Center. She provided information on NLC Leadership opportunities and inquired about the 2024 Legislative Agenda. Council President Report: Council President Kochmar noted her pride in the city as compared to Seattle and other King County cities who have increasingly visible graffiti, litter, and encampments. She thanked the staff for their hard work. Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 3 of 6 September 19, 2023 7. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes: September 5, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes b. Limited License between the City of Kent and the City of Federal Way c. 27th Ave SW at SW 344th St Compact Roundabout - Approval to Award d. Authorization to Apply for Transportation Grant Funding e. -I"_Mobile i s r- Smte Lease ,Agreemenk.,+ Park pulled f. T-Mob'ie LLG S+te-Lease AgreemeRt BP-°?q l s pulled g. Authorization to Add New Position to Public Works - Sr. Traffic Reviewer h. King County Sheriffs Office Registered Sex Offender Cost Reimbursement Agreement for 2023-2024 i. WASPC Funding for use of Force and Duty to Intervene Training j. MOU with the Historical Society of Federal Way k. Heritage Capital Project Grant Acceptance - Brooklake Community Center I. Authorization to Apply for Local Parks Maintenance Grant for Saghalie Park Council President Kochmar pulled items a and f, per staff request as they will come back through Committee at a later date. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KOCHMAR MOVED APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A THROUGH D AND G THROUGH L; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON. The motion passed 6-0 as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh excused CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember McDaniel yes 8. PUBLIC HEARING a. Resolution: Assessment Roll for Steel Lake Management District/APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 23-846 Mayor Ferrell opened the public hearing at 8:19 p.m. Public Works Water Quality Specialist Dan Sternkopf provided an overview of the steps and timeline required for reforming the Steel Lake Management District. In response to previous public comment and concern with the health of Steel Lake, Mayor Ferrell requested staff provide a status on the lake at the next meeting. No public comment was received regarding the Lake Management District Assessment Roll. COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MCDANIEL. The motion passed 6-0 as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh excused CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmemberpovey yes Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 4 of 6 September 19, 2023 Councilmember McDaniel yes COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ASSEFA-DAWSON. The motion passed 6-0 as follows: Council President Kochmar yes Councilmember Tran yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes Councilmember Walsh excused Councilmember Assefa-Dawson yes Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember McDaniel yes 9. ORDINANCES Second Reading/Enactment a. Council Bill #8611Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) Application Deadline/APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 23-969 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON RELATING TO MODIFYING THE CITY'S MULTIFAMILY DWELLING UNIT LIMITED PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION PROGRAM; AMENDING FWRC 3.30.010, 3.30.040, 3.30.050, AND 3.30.060. (AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 03-438, 09-606 AND 23-964) City Clerk Stephanie Courtney read the ordinance title into the record. COUNCILMEMBER DOVEY MOVED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE; SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TRAN. The motion passed 5-1. McDaniel dissenting. Council President Kochmar yes Deputy Mayor Honda yes CouncilmemberAssefa-Dawson yes Councilmember McDaniel no 10. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Tran provided no further report. Councilmember Tran yes Councilmember Walsh excused Councilmember Dovey yes Councilmember McDaniel noted he attended the first Financial Literacy class last Thursday. Councilmember Assefa-Dawson noted she is planning on attending the Thursday Financial Literacy workshop. Deputy Mayor Honda reported on her attendance at various regional meetings including the King County Domestic Violence Task Force. She would like to see students and younger generations attend 9/11 events in effort to relay the gravity of the events for our country. She will be attending additional regional meetings including the Regional Transit Committee, Seattle -King County Board of Health, and the South County Area Transportation Board Meeting. Councilmember Dovey thanked the staff and volunteers involved in the free financial literacy class at the Community Center. Council President Kochmar reminded all of American Idol winner lam Tongi and how proud the city is of him and his success. 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 5 of 6 September 19, 2023 n Pen di Rg!Potenti t gatien P u rry uani to RGW 42 'fin 1 19041 1 not needed 12. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further on the agenda; the regular meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m. Attest: k"U2 4Lh&) S h nie Courtney City Clerk Approved by Council: /4031"3 Federal Way City Council Regular Minutes Page 6 of 6 September 19, 2023