HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAP 2009-03-09 Item 2C - Report - 2008 4th Quarter Reports: Community Development / Parks and RecreationCity of Tukwila
FOURTH QUARTER YEAR -END REPORT TO COUNCIL
October 1 December 31, 2008
Prepared for Community Parks Committee
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
2008 YEAR END SUMMARY
Staffing Changes
In 2008, we had four vacant positions filled, Deputy Director (Nora Gierloff), Senior Electrical Inspector
(Jim Benner), Code Enforcement officer (Mary Hulvey) and Assistant Planner (Stacy MacGregor).
Planning Division Development Activity
There were 22 land use decisions issued, the applications included three Comprehensive Plan
Amendments /Rezone applications, two Board of Architectural Review approvals, one Administrative
Design Review approval, four SEPA decisions, seven Special Permissions for deviations from code for
sensitive areas /parking /signs, and five Administrative decisions for noise variances /shoreline exemptions.
Code Enforcement
In 2008, code enforcement investigated 608 complaints, of which 372 required further action, and 244
cases were closed. The 372 Request for Action cases consisted of: 62 Building, 50 trash /Debris, 39 Junk
Vehicles, 41 Signs, 26 Housing, 24 Graffiti, 30 Weeds/ Overgrowth, 58 Parking, and 42 Other.
Permit Coordination and Building
Year end permit activity hit an all time record with 2,730 permits issued (522 building, 321 mechanical,
313 plumbing, and 1,473 electrical) with a $134,638,107 total project valuation.
4 QUARTER SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
Westfield Southcenter Mall Expansion The increase in Building, Mechanical and Electrical permits was
mainly due to the Westfield Mall expansion project. At the beginning of this project the Westfield project
managers made clear their need for on -call inspection services after business hours and for weekends
and holidays, if they were to meet their opening deadline. Hiring additional staff was not a viable option.
Consequently, this challenge was met by contracting with a private inspection services company to
handle the Westfield Mall expansion project. Four additional inspectors were necessary to handle the
work load of the Mall expansion project alone. The result allowed the Westfield expansion to open on
schedule and allowed staff to maintain a normal level of inspection services for all other projects in
Tukwila.
BUDGET PROGRAM GOALS
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
1. Complete Tukwila South Master Plan and Annexation: Awaiting resolution of Development
Agreement issues.
2. Adopt new Shoreline Management Master Program: The Planning Commission has completed
public hearings and will forward their recommendations to City Council first quarter of 2009.
3. Adopt Tukwila Urban Center Plan and Planned Action: In October 2008, consultants and staff held
a public workshop at the Westfield Southcenter Mall and a joint City Council /Planning
Commission worksession on the Urban Center Draft Plan. The presentation included an
overview of the planning process to date, the community's goals and vision for the urban
center, and how the city has already been testing and implementing some of the key
concepts of the draft plan.
4. Review /update Manufacturing Industrial Center Policies and Planned Action: This project is on hold
due to the delay on Boeing completing their Facilities Plan.
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5. Adopt new Sign Code: The Sign Code Advisory Committee has completed their input on the new
sign code. A joint meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission is scheduled for
January 29, 2009. An emergency moratorium was adopted to prevent the installation of signs
that might not be permitted under the new sign code. Planning staff has scheduled additional
briefings with the Chamber and with the Hwy 99 Action Committee.
6. Review Small Lot Residential Development Policies and Standards: No activity this quarter.
7. Develop a Climate Change Plan to reduce green house gases from the community: Staff has been
working with other city departments in examining ways to reduce energy consumption. The
City Council briefing on 2008 activities is scheduled for January 5, 2009. Planning Staff has
met with the Cascade Land Conservancy to discuss involving them in a community outreach
program.
Code Enforcement
1. Assist in updating the Noise Ordinance, Home Occupation Standards and Parking Standards in
residential neighborhoods:
Noise ordinance: First draft has been reviewed by staff twice and is in to the city attorney
for final revision prior to presentation to the CAP. Present to CAP first quarter 2009.
Home occupation standards. No activity this quarter.
Residential parking standards. No activity this quarter.
2. Develop proposal for Rental Housing Licensing Program: Awaiting draft ordinance from City
Attorney. Tentatively presentation to CAP will occur first quarter 2009.
Permit Coordination and Building
1. Develop a Combination Building Permit for single family residential construction: No activity this
quarter.
2. Develop tracking and notifications system for Backflow Test Reports: Complete.
3. Expand usage of "Permits Plus" tracking system: No activity this quarter.
4. Adopt 2008 National Electrical Code and consolidate Administrative Provisions for TMC Title 16: The
Department of Labor Industries is due to release the adopted form of the 2008 NEC with
amendments as WAC rule changes on December 31, 2008. An adopted ordinance will
submitted to Council during the first quarter 2009.
Planning Commission
1 Review Sign Code update: No activity this quarter.
2. Review Shoreline Management Master Proaram update: Planning Commission completed public
hearings and is finalizing their deliberation.
3. Review Tukwila Urban Center Plan: In October, a Joint City Council /Planning Commission
Worksession was held on the Urban Center Plan prior to taking the draft plan for public review
early in 2009.
4. Review Small Lot Residential Development Policies and Standards: No activity this quarter.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
2008 YEAR END SUMMARY
The Parks and Recreation Department continued to offer a variety of recreational and leisure
opportunities to residents and visitors throughout 2008. The department hosted many citywide special
events including the annual Backyard Wildlife Festival, Tukwila Days event at the Community Center, and
the Family Forth Event at Fort Dent Park to name a few. The Tukwila Community Center continued to be
a focal meeting point for local residents, business, and regional meetings and in 2008 we implemented
new software that allows us to schedule and track facility rentals. Two park celebrations were held in
2008; the new playground at Fort Dent Park and the Water Spray Park at the community center. Each
addition has provided several recreational opportunities to children and families that live and visit Tukwila.
The golf course replaced tee markers and upgraded storm pumps adding to the overall appearance and
functionality of the course. The City continues to celebrate the Tukwila Centennial with several events
and festivals in celebration of our 100 years!
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4 QUARTER SIGNIFICANT ISSUES
The Parks and Recreation Department wrapped up a busy year with many successful programs and
community celebrations including, Breakfast with Santa, the annual Senior Thanksgiving Dinner, and a
Tree Lighting Celebration. Over 30 Tukwila families were assisted with holiday gifts to over 100 children
through the Holiday Adopt -A- Family program. Codiga Farm and Duwamish Riverbend Hill developments
are in the permitting process and we are looking forward to beginning these park projects in early 2009.
BUDGET PROGRAM GOALS
Administration
1. Design and construct Phase I of the Duwamish Riverbend Hill to include trail system. interpretive
markers and interim parking area: Phase I Construction Design Consultant hired, design
currently in permitting process.
2. Staff will apply for open space grants to purchase needed park land and needed open space as
determined by our updated Park Master Plan: Received $240,000 from Land Water Conservation
Funds grant program.
3. Redesign and construct Phase II of Codiga Farm Park to include trail system, interpretive markers.
picnic area, hand boat launch and parking area: Construction Plans and Specifications 95%
complete.
4. Design and construct a passive neighborhood Dark with the recent purchase of the 57 Avenue Park
expansion: In process.
Recreation
1. Add one additional youth sports league. i.e.: T -ball, curls fast pitch, summer basketball, flag football, etc:
Complete We added a Start Smart Program for 3 -5 year olds and a Kid's First Basketball
Clinic for k-4 grade.
2. Incorporate the new Spray Park at TCC into the Summer Playground Program: Re- directed With
delays in Spray Park completion, we re- directed Playground Program efforts to Foster
Memorial Park as an additional site to Cascade View Park. Will look at incorporating Spray
Park into '09 program.
3. Increase participation and activities with the Teen Council Program by implementing new activities
once a month: In progress Staff is meeting with students to focus on education, community
service and event planning.
4. Work with the Tukwila School District to run the Summer Day Camp programs (Camp Tukwilly.
Adventure Camp, and Teen Camp) at a school site: Complete Summer Day Camp was at
Showalter Middle School for 7 out of 10 weeks. We are working with the District to secure the
building for Summer '09.
5. Host a Family Fun Field Day Event in conjunction with Spring Break Camp: Complete Kids
Appreciation Day was held on March 29, 2008.
6. Develop an 8 team Co -Ed Senior Softball Tournament: Cancelled— Tournament was cancelled due
to lack of available fields.
7. Plan a number of events on Thursdays before and after lunch to increase the daily numbers by
15% to the Senior Lunch Program, including new entertainment during the lunch hour: In progress
We have added some Thursday activities, such as a Wii Bowling League in additional to
forging relationship with water exercise class.
8. Provide leadership and staff support for 2008 Tukwila Centennial events: Completed No Tukwila
Centennial events were held during the 4 quarter of 2008. Recreation staff did work with other
community groups to plan for 2009 Tukwila Centennial sanctioned events.
9. Increase vendor participation at Tukwila special events including the Backyard Wildlife Festival.
Family 4 at the Fort and the Tukwila Days Community Festival: Completed Staff increased
the number and variety of food vendors participating at the Family 4 at the Fort celebration
in July and was also successful in recruiting new vendors for Tukwila Days.
10. Increase participation in the City of Tukwila Volunteer Program by 10 Complete Participation
in the City of Tukwila Volunteer Program has continued to grow in the 4th quarter of 2008.
During the 4 quarter staff worked to process approximately 50 new volunteer coaches for
the Youth Teen basketball program. Staff also developed a new system for tracking
volunteer hours. Volunteers continued to work on group projects throughout Tukwila. In
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2008 there were approximately 20 group projects involving 811 volunteers and 3,325.75
volunteer hours contributing to restoration, enhancement and clean -up projects in City
parks and facilities.
11. Implement Facility Bookina software for rental reservations of park facilities: Complete
Reservations for Picnic Shelters and Athletic Fields are now taken and processed through
CLASS Facility Booking software.
12. Increase weekday (Monday throuah Thursday) rentals at the TCC by 10 Complete Weekday
rentals increased by 20
Aquatics
1. Increase Aquatic Program Fee revenue by 10% of the 2007 total: Ongoing. At the end of
November, Program Fee revenue was up 12% for the year.
2. Significantly improve the facility's look and feel by replacing missing tile and uparadina the underwater
lighting: On hold. Natatorium tile and underwater lighting is on hold for lease extension
decision by the Tukwila School District. Overhead natatorium lighting upgrade was
completed in June.
3. Offer CPR classes or challenges to the community and /or City of Tukwila personnel at least once per
Quarter: Ongoing. CPR challenges are held as needed by appointment with one of the pool's
two Instructor Trainers.
4. Offer Lifeguard Trainina classes or challenges at least once per quarter to help keep up optimum part-
time staff levels at the Tukwila City Pool: Ongoing. The last class offered ended June 5 tr, with
five graduates and three hired from it. We are now taking names for the next potential class.
5. Offer after school Special Olympics Swim Team proaram for Tukwila and other local School District
students in the spring: Complete. The season ended June 1" at the State Games where the
"Turtles" collected thirty -seven medals. The "Turtles" met the Mayor and Council members
July 29
6. Continue to work with the Tukwila Community Center in marketing and making pool time available for
TCC's special events and camps: Complete. Camp Tukwilly booked ten dates and Adventure
Camp booked eleven plus Teen Camp had five bookings over the summer of 2008. Parents
night out had bookings the first Friday of each month in the fall.
Parks Maintenance
1. Assimilate new parks into the Parks Division (Codiaa Farm Park. Macadam Winter Garden, 57
Avenue Park expansion. Cascade View Community Park Phase II) and develop maintenance plans for
each: Ongoing.
2. Provide park expertise in the desian phase of the Duwamish Riverbend Hill project: Ongoing.
Attended Phase 1 Design Workshop on 6/24/08.
3. Inspect trail surfaces for safety hazards and repair (tree root damage, trail edge reinforcement and
asphalt overlay): Completed 2008 repairs.
4. Provide assistance to Recreation Division for City -wide events: Ongoing.
5. Oversee park enhancement proiects annually: Ongoing.
Golf Course Maintenance
1. Redesian and construct new partitions in the women's on- course restroom: Complete.
2. Design and install new tee signs: Complete.
3. Purchase and install new fairway vardaae markers: Complete.
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4. Replace and fix surface water drainaae pumps on 9 fairway: Complete.
5. Expand first tee area: Complete.
Golf Course Pro Shop
1. New market approach and strategy for 2008 tournament play: Complete.
2. Increase tournament revenues: Mini shotgun tournament play increased throughout 2008.
3. Seek advertising sponsorship for new tee marker sians: On hold.
4. Update 2008 promotional discount tee times: Complete.
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Arts Commission
1. Participate in the 2008 Centennial Celebration planning: Complete.
2. Apply for Grant and sponsorship funding and reauest a "Call for Artists" to purchase and install a maior
Centennial art piece at the new Klickitat off -ramp: In process.
3. Apply for arant funding from 4 Culture's Sustained Support performina arts program: Complete
grant awarded in April in the amount of $9,000.
4. Implement the new art selection policy: In process.
Parks Commission
1. Participate in the 2008 Centennial Celebration planning: Ongoing.
2. Attend Board Commission workshops sponsored by the Washinaton Recreation and Parks
Association: Complete.
3. Review design and construction drawinas for Phase I of Duwamish Riverbend Hill and Phase II of
Codiaa Farm Park projects: In progress. Consultant hired, for both projects. Permitting requests
in process.
Library Advisory Board
1. Report annually to the City Council on the status of library services and facilities available to Tukwila
citizens: Complete.
2. Maintain and improve communication between the three libraries within Tukwila city limits, the Tukwila
Library Advisory Board, the Tukwila City Council, the Kina County Library System, the "Friends of the
Library" organization and the Tukwila aeneral public: Ongoing.
3. Provide support to literacy in Tukwila and to the Parks and Recreation, and Kina County Library
System special events: Ongoing, provided 500+ books for Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration.
4. Provide support to the Friends of Tukwila Libraries to promote literacy in Tukwila: Ongoing.
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