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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark 2016-07-13 Item 4B - Handout Distributed at Meeting - Public Safety Plan: PresentationCITY OF TUKWILA PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Where safety lives... our house is YOUR house PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Two efforts converged; Public Safety prioritized HOW WE GOT HERE Identifying how to fully fund fire services in Tukwila has been an ongoing effort, and included two lengthy processes investigating whether joining the Kent Regional Fire Authority was the best option > The City Council and Administration share the goal of having a world -class fire department in Tukwila At the direction of the City Council, the City concurrently engaged in a comprehensive review of City facilities, resulting in the City of Tukwila Facilities Plan for Essential Government Services Public Safety was the top priority identified and, at the direction of City Council, the Public Safety Plan was developed to address both fire and broader public safety facilities deficiencies identified by the Facilities Committee PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies FIRE STATION #51 Built in 1973; located in floodplain and seismically unsound ) Response time lengthened by upstairs dorm, roll -up doors r-T Lack of storage requires many supplies and equipment to be kept in vehicle bays ›► Originally constructed for an all -male Department Firefighters and materials exposed to contaminants Improved fire service with new Fire Station #51 )0- Ensures station will be operational after earthquake or flood ►- Shorter response times due to design of modern facility » Increased training resources equals better service PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies FIRE STATION #52 Built in 1971; seismically unsound » Building footprint too small for services required Lack of bay space non - compliant with State law Limited roof lines restrict housing of vital response vehicles ] Lack of space requires department aid supplies to be stored in apparatus bay, increasing potential exposure to contamination Improved fire service with new Fire Station #52 Ensures station will be operational after an earthquake Maximizes response times throughout the City Makes room for housing response vehicles at Station #52 PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies FIRE STATION #54 Built in 1961; seismically unsound Apparatus bay size cannot accommodate needed apparatus Lacks operational support spaces Originally constructed to serve single- family homes; City now 60% apartments Roll -up doors lengthen response times Improved fire service with new Fire Station #54 Shorter response times due to design of modern facility - Better storage of equipment /supplies away from bay areas Protects City's investment in firefighters PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies POLICE DEPARTMENT ►- Built in 1978; Department now has 70% more officers Unsafe for residents, staff, victims, etc., due to access issues Lack of room for basic functions, including needed technology Inadequate number of work stations and training facilities Holding area not compliant with federal law; suspects held in vehicles or require officer present at all times in holding facility L Improved police service with a new justice center Modern facility with adequate space gets officers on street faster Onsite evidence storage location reduces staff time, saves money Consolidated facility will provide needed efficiencies for staff, equipment storage and more PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies MUNICIPAL COURT No space at the court for confidential meetings with attorneys not compliant with State standards In- custody defendants mix with general public and staff, creating security risk )5,- On -duty police officers must leave patrol to accompany in- custody defendants to restroom Ix- Court cannot expand programs that reduce future crimes Improved municipal court service with a new justice center % Space provided at the court to accommodate and protect attorney - client privileged conversations Increased security for public and staff during inmate transport Increased capacity for diversion programs means fewer reoffenders in Tukwila PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies MINKLER SHOPS '�- Built in 1972; designed for staff of 15, now houses 35 workers Does not support modern mandated Public Works services Insufficient room for vehicles, material storage, etc. No backup power for emergencies Located in the floodplain; seismically unsound Improved City services with new consolidated Public Works shops Increased efficiency; ability for staff to do more in a day Improved vehicl e/equipment storage and security > Ensures ability of staff to deploy faster during emergency PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Challenges/ deficiencies GEORGE LONG SHOPS • Built in 1965; converted into shops facility • Roof clearance not sufficient to service large vehicles • Located in floodplain; seismically unsound • Insufficient air exhaust for welding and other activities • Inadequate lighting hinders services Improved City services ) Reduction in time loss; ability for staff to do more in a day with new consolidated » Vehicle and equipment storage and security Public Works shops > Ensures ability for staff to deploy faster during emer g enc y PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Combination of funding sources; aggressive construction schedule Taxes and cost DETAILS OF THE PLAN 20 year voter - approved Public Safety Bond to pay for: Replacing three seismically - unsound fire stations Guaranteed funding for fire equipment and apparatus for the life of the bond New Justice Center to house Tukwila's Police Department and Municipal Court Consolidated Public Works shops facility to be paid for with an equal mix of General Fund and Utility Funds, within the existing rate structure Property tax increase would cost the homeowner of a $250,000 home an average of $116 per year 80% of the cost will be paid by Tukwila businesses Property tax bond requires 60% of the voters to pass the measure PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN Public Safety Plan action timeline Four public open houses in June Various presentations to community and civic groups Dedicated web page with feedback opportunities Other opportunities for public testimony and feedback: July 5 Overview of public outreach effort & feedback July 11 Council deliberation & potential public hearing July 18 Council deliberation July 25 Council deliberation August 1 Last Council meeting for final action to meet elections deadline November 8, 2016 - Election Day PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! FOR MORE INFORMATION www.TukwilaWA.gov /PublicSafetyPlan Email PublicSafetyPlan @TukwilaWA.gov Couldn't make it to one of the open houses, or interested in a tour of the Police, Court or Public Works facilities? Send an email to the address above, or call 206 - 433 -1850 Would you like to schedule someone from the City to come to your event or speak to your group? Please call 206 - 433 -1850