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(peak only), 173, and 600 Group Health Express (Metro). Reflecting a decrease in <br /> service and shift to light rail, route 126 was changed to 124 in the 2009, while the 170 <br /> was cancelled. <br /> The MIC Boeing Access Road is ideally suited for both light rail and commuter rail <br /> stations; both types of rail either pass through or beside the MIC. Co- locating stops <br /> provide opportunities to spur development, improve the regional traffic situation, and <br /> reduce carbon emissions by reducing single- occupancy vehicle trips. Unfortunately, the <br /> anticipated light rail stop at Boeing Access Road was removed, and Sounder Rail passes <br /> the MIC, but does not stop. <br /> If funding for light and commuter rail stations appears likely to become available in the <br /> future, it may be desirable to review the impacts to determine if MIC zoning remains <br /> the most suitable for the areas around the station, or if another classification is more <br /> appropriate. <br /> Recommendation: Add a new Comprehensive Plan Policy as follows: <br /> Pursue light rail and commuter rail stops in the vicinity of Boeing Access Road. <br /> Continue Intergovernmental Coordination <br /> Work with other jurisdictions as required to ensure that the economic purpose of the <br /> MIC is fulfilled. <br /> 11.1.10 Make appropriate adjustments to the boundaries between Tukwila, King County <br /> and Seattle. <br /> 11.1.11 Work with other jurisdictions to bring about necessary changes in laws and <br /> regulations and to develop other approaches to solving common problems. <br /> Analysis: Tukwila is addressing boundary adjustments through periodic discussions with <br /> King County and Seattle to establish the most workable boundaries for all jurisdictions. <br /> This includes the Unified Grocers site, and property at the northern edge of King County <br /> International Airport. At present, Tukwila is reviewing options for the North Highline <br /> Area with Seattle. This area is part of Tukwila's Potential Annexation Area, and is <br /> delineated future Manufacturing/ Industrial Center. Seattle has also expressed interest <br /> in the area. If this area is annexed to Tukwila, it may be necessary to assess Tukwila <br /> zoning and existing uses in the area to determine that there are no inconsistencies. <br /> Tukwila is coordinating with the Department of Ecology and EPA toward Duwamish River <br /> cleanup solutions, as well as regional stormwater runoff issues. The City is also active <br /> in seeking transit solutions for the MIC area discussions with Metro through its Commute <br /> Trip Reduction program. <br /> W: \Long Range Projects \MIC Study \Issues&Opps \MIC- Logo \Issues &OppsReport.doc Page 16 <br />