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Home My WebLink AboutSEPA EPIC-308-86 - CITY OF TUKWILA - ANNEXATION POLICY PLANTUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICY PLAN UNINCORPORATED KING COUNTY AREAS IN TUKWILA EPIC 308 -86 WAC 197 -11 -970 DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Description of Proposal Tukwila Annexation Policy Plan -- providing guidelines for elected officials, staff and concerned citizens regarding consideration and review of annexation proposals and their possible impacts Proponent City of Tukwila Location of Proposal, including street address, if any Unincorporated King County areas contiguous to Tukwila which may desire annexation to Tukwila Lead Agency: City of Tukwila File No. EPIC -308 86 The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. Q There is no comment period for this DNS iX This DNS is issued under 197 -11- 340(2). Comments must be submitted by Februaryl2, 1986 . The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 15 days from the date below. Responsible OfficialB-radl -ey J_ Collins Position /Title Planning Director Phone 433 -1845 Address 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 Date January 28, 1986 Signature You may appeal this determination to the City Clerk at City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 no later than 10 days from the above date by written appeal stating the basis of the appeal for specific factual objections. You may be required to bear some of the expenses for an appeal. Copies of the procedures for SEPA appeals are available with the City Clerk and Planning Department. FM.DNS Wn. St. Dept. of Ecology Environmental Review Section MS PV -11 Olympia, WA 98504 Wn. St. Office of the Attorney General Dexter Horton Building Seattle, WA 98104 King Co. Dept. of Planning & Comm. Development 811 Alaska Building 618 Second Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 Fire District 18 4237 South 144th Seattle, WA 98168 Attn: SEPA King Co. Boundary Review Board King County Courthouse Room W378 Seattle, WA 98104 Fire District 1 12026 42nd Ave. So. Seattle, WA 98168 Fire District 24 2929 South 200th Seattle, WA 98188 Water District 75 P.O. Box 68100 Seattle, WA 98168 Val Vue Sewer District P.O. Box 68063 Seattle, WA 98168 Water District 25 11608 40th Ave. So. Seattle, WA 98168 Water District 125 P.O. Box 68147 Seattle, WA 98168 Kent Planning Department 4101City Ha -1 220 South Fourth Kent, WA 98031 Tukwila Public Works. 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COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. ITEM COMMENT e i1 �`�Z "�� ✓1 _ "L �t 7`� D W1 V'7 d'l� ii 41'j (tt- t d E2d 5 d ),•3144. - 114 ( gdj m-11 k -tktrL)L e ln1v FaMill Y.:4 �°, / cvwL1..4e1.5. • < (11`c =fit a�i ��e,�..:� e��ti►d_ ih (/1L 4,o ti 1 YAdA 4 +d Ai f>f ! 464-1444 1./i ettwtr vt i tr f T"i 6-1 66P r4- (` of +w) 64 Iku,34 w -ij11A pt,440 / Clie -tA. eft— a e41- 11 e-1-/ y -wow DATE 61 COMMENTS PREPARED BY 4/2 4014./1°`-' k hat (ou/f Ov 01/274)1 a iw -1145 noYt - �.rna4r id bn1P C.P.S. Form 11 CITY OF TUKWILA • CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: CN $G-(.)l EPIC 30g "g% FILE — 0OUC -' 5 (ittMf.hid) TO: [t] BLDG En PLNG Elj P.W. 171 FIRE ] POLICE L-12 & R PROJECT 111 JUGLh OYV 11/0-14- LOCATION / . " ! lad,/ FILE NO DATE TRANSMITTED /-;-%-g(p .RESPONSE REQUESTED STAFF COORDINATOR °2A' 'I ,I. 1'.0 RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH RECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. ITEM COMMENT JUST AS THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS ARE IMPORTANT IN THE DECISION -- -MAKING ROLE AS THEY PERTAIN TO ANNEXATIONS, THE STATI�TiCS REVEALING THE PUBLIC-SAFETY IMPACTS ARE ALSO CRITICAL. A PROPOSED -- kNNEXATION OF AN AREA WITH AN EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH CRIME RATE WOULB IMPACT THE LEVEL OF SERVICES PROVIDED THE REST OF THE CITY AND — MOST LIKELY RESULT IN A LONGER RESPONSE TIME FOR EVERYDAY SERVICES. AS ANNEXATIONS BECOME PART OF THE CITY THERE CHARACTERISTICS -- f�EFLECT ONTO THE CITY WHEN A BUSINESS OR RESIDENTIAL RER�6I� iS LOOKING ,FOR A PLACE TO RESETTLE. MOST PEOPLE WILL NOT MOVE TO A KNOWN HIGH -- CRIME OR HIGH ACCIDENT AREA. IT IMPACTS ON THE TYPES 8f BUSINESS WE WILL ATTRACT AND THE JUST AS IMPORTANTLY THE KINDS AND TYPES OF BUSINESS --N D --1 ST FOR NEEDED PUBLIC SAFETY FACTS AND STATISTICS. --3r/23 P DATE COMMENTS PREPARED BY C.P.S. Form 11 "fl'IQ,�t ida,-r-ov p. &t L 14 15 - ;a4n -a.4ct 4id bmi) CITY OF TUKWILA CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ( CN '36-0V EPIC 303-g& FILE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: OOLUCJ & IG "Q( d 1 TO: t BLDG Fl PLNG Fri P.W. 17 FIRE a POLICE rli P & R PROJECT TuJW.)i (,Q) OJvtLvc OYV 1(,iCiL LOCATION e/ 'WO/ DATE TRANSMITTED /-;2-/-g6 _ £ESPONSE REQUESTED STAFF COORDINATOR L''� (Jim ,�G)RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH - RJJECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. FILE NO ITEM COMMENT DATE /— 23 COMMENTS PREPARED BY C.P.S. Form 11 t a i 4O1I&/ OY Q 6,anC 14-046 - err -a ou.nd 01P ( Evaluation for Agency Use Only h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: -N /A- 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Policies may eventually result in annexation of highly developedareas with potential air emission problems. b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. -N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Adherence to appropriate air pollution requirements 3. Water a. Surface: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year - round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Green River, Angle Lake TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLI! IT Evaluation for Agency Use Only 0. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (do not use this sheet for project actions) Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not imple- mented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The annexation policy plan might indirectly result in an increase in discharge or emissions, etc., to the extend that it results in increased annexations to Tukwila. Depending on the actual land use, the annexation may result in increased noise, emissions, etc., in Tukwila. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Adherence to: 1) Tukwila Zoning Code; 2) Comprehensive Plan; 3) Building Code; 4) Permitting requirements; 5) Building. inspections. F1LQ) 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, ani- mals, fish, or marine life? Unknown. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, ani- mals, fish, or marine life are: Adherence to: 1) SEPA review; 2) Planning Commission and Board of Architectural Review consideration of development. TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES Page 2 3.0 SILE uF ANNEXATION AREAS 3.1 The City allows and encourages annexation regardless of the size of the area. COMMENTS: The City has an open arms policy toward annexation. 3.2 Tukwila encourages annexations of a sufficiently large size for efficient processing and provision of municipal services. COMMENTS: Annexations of all sizes will help Tukwila grow and reach its planning area boundaries. Larger annexations are generally a more efficient means to bring territory into Tukwila's jurisdiction. 4.0 ANNEXATION COSTS 4.1 Tukwila will pay the basic costs of the annexation process including admi- nistration, environmental threshold determination, and filing fees. If an annexation requires an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), Tukwila will consider assuming the costs on a case -by -case basis. CUMMENTS: Tukwila hopes to encourage annexations by taking on the routine costs of annexation. EIS work can be very costly and Tukwila will consider each case individually. 4.2 Assuming Tukwila's bonded indebtedness shall be considered on a case -by- case basis. COMMENTS: The general purpose facilities developed for any bond issue provide services for all Tukwila and any area joining Tukwila through annexation. Different tax rates which foster different service expectations among citizen groups should be avoided. ** NOTE ** The Committee recommends that indebtedness be refinanced as general obligation thereby eliminating the bonded indebtedness issue from annexation consideration. 5.0 BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY The boundaries of the City are a result of petitioners' actions and what- ever form they take is of little significance. CuMMENTS: The City will need to develop its plans on how to best service an area regardless of the City's boundaries. E TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES Page 3 6.0 SERVICE 6.1 The City should maintain sery -ice levels for Tukwila's existing citizens when new areas are considered for annexation. COMMENTS: This policy will ensure that the present service levels to residents and businesses will not be diminished because of annexation. 6.2 The City should provide for facilities and services for newly annexed (� areas according to the following guidelines: 1. First, to maintain existing facilities and services; 2. Second, to upgrade existing facilities and services to Tukwila )stan- dards; --'- ' 3. Third, to provide new facilities and services to support planned growth. L� 7 COMMENTS: This policy will provide a consistent basis for identifying needs and setting priorities to furnish facilities and services in a newly annexed area. 6.3 Tukwila should determine whether or not to assume management of fire, sewer, or water districts in annexation areas on a case -by -case basis sub- ject to the,requirements of RCW 35.13A. COMMENTS: Tukwila's planning areas include portions of several special purpose districts providing water, sewer, and fire services. In light of the individual factors pertaining to the operation of each, the decision to assume administration should be made on a case -by -case basis. City Council members, the Mayor, and other appropriate persons as designated by the Mayor should contact the affected special purpose districts. 7.0 SPECIAL PURPOSE DISTRICTS (EMPLOYEES) The City will retain the employees of special purpose districts when it assumes the ownership and administration of the district. COMMENTS: There is presently state law requiring this. The State RCW reads as follows: 35.13.A.090 - Employment rights of district employees. Whenever a city acquires all of the facilities of a water district or sewer district, pursuant to this chapter, such a City shall offer to employ every full time employee of the district who is engaged in the operation of such a district's facilities on,the date on which such city acquires the district facilities. When a city acquires any portion of the facilities of such a district, such a city shall offer to employ full time employees of the district as of the date of the acquisition of ) CITY OF TUKWILA CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: CN �--(rn EPIC 3o3 "g% FILE DO U ° 63 (attoihiii) TO: It BLDG F41 PLNG ( P.W. (-,1 FIRE a POLICE I I P & R PROJECT T ZWI (,(,t Lay ni" lth at $ Watt LOCATION (1,/q1 DATE TRANSMITTED I -;2, 17(P STAFF COORDINATOR ESPONSE REQUESTED RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH RECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF. COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. ITEM .COMMENT DATE COMMENTS PREPARED BY nia-A t 05`ii&b1)9 i ry 5 y.b - 'n-Ch id -15(1,P C.P.S. Form 11 CITY OF TUKWILA CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: CN 6 -Ur/ EPIC 303-g0 FILE O0UUe5 ( O(ii i ) TO: (74[ BLDG ri PLNG 1741 P.W. [i FIRE ] POLICE ('(P & R I PROJECT T ittt Lt etniLLCill OV (J[,1' LOCATION (1, ` 4 1)0)61) FILE NO DATE TRANSMITTED I- -;(0 RESPONSE REQUESTED STAFF COORDINATOR Cr ocv ,.bec ) RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH RECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. ITEM COMMENT DATE ,0297,47-7 COMMENTS PREPARED BY ,4 C.P.S. Form 11 tpu -Po &n7 t a in 043 -& CUCI lAd -bat() 'CITY OF TUKWILA CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: ) CN � -G'/ EPIC 3O-(o FILE — 00u'o e ( Wd) TO: BLDG (1 PLNG 11 P.W. ('FIRE ['L[ POLICE (P & R PROJECT TuJcwl La... Gl.nn.trll);+ oyv 19,1.i(II � LOCATION G r FILE NO DATE TRANSMITTED / - -;(p ESPONSE REQUESTED STAFF COORDINATOR RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH RECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. ITEM COMMENT DATE ' 6,11/K6(7- 161:5 6147, k COMMENTS PREPA "ED BY -iYIQ, 1�O1�t, Or Ob &tJ�C� Cc in 14443 OY -L' 1-0401 c.vid brn.P C.P.S. Form 11 CITY OF TUKWILA CENTRAL PERMIT'SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ROUTING FORM: TO: It BLDG ] PLNG CN EPIC .30840 FILE paUU ((,tttQfltlLf) P.W. 1-71 FIRE rLI POLICE PROJECT 111.407A1 OILmi i»1 LOCATION (IA/ I `1,L (i FILE NO DATE TRANSMITTED j- ,%4-g& £ ESPONSE REQUESTED STAFF COORDINATOR abere LO(1) , 136C )RESPONSE RECEI THE ATTACHED ENVIRONMENTAL CH RECEIVED REGARDING THIS PROJECT. PLEASE REVIEW AND COMMENT BELOW TO ADVISE THE RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL REGARDING THE THRESHOLD DETERMINATION. THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FILE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING DEPART- MENT THROUGH THE ABOVE STAFF COORDINATOR. COMMENTS REGARDING THE PROJECT YOU WISH CARRIED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, AND CITY COUNCIL SHOULD BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED CENTRAL PERMIT SYSTEM ROUTING FORM. P & R ITEM COMMENT No c o rn , E J r / / 9 o v e s m 41 &A- r� C?,+ DATE COMMENTS PREPARED BY C.P.S. Form 11 (p/r-01( 05171401 1 a ,4, 046 -ba.marakeid -b' tP Con. No. $I, Epic File No. J1iL- Fee $100.00 Receipt No. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Tukwila Annexation Policy Plan 2. Name of applicant: 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Rebecca Fox 433 -1848 4. Date checklist prepared: January 21, 1986 5. Agency requesting Checklist: City of Tukwila 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No specific plans. Policies may be reviewed, ammended periodically. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. None. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. "McLees" annexation application currently in process. Fire District #1 annexation on hold pending resolution of Seattle /South Park annexation. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal. Passage of Tukwila resolution and ordinance adopting policies SEPA approval. 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. Section E requires a complete description of the objectives and alternatives of your proposal and should not be summarized here. Policies guiding annexations to Tukwila. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applica- tions related to this checklist. Potential annexation areas include various unincorporated King County areas contiguous to Tukwila. 13. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's Comprehensive Land , Use Policy Plan Map as environmentally sensitive? Some areas desiring annexation to Tukwila may_ be in designated environmentallj sensitive areas. TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLI•T S Evaluation for Agency Use Only B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of•the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other varied b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? -N /A- c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. - N /A- d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. - N /A- e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quanti- ties of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. - N /A- f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. - N /A- g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? - N /A- • 0 Evaluation for Agency Use Only h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: -N /A- 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Policies may eventually result in annexation of highly develop ed areas with potential air emission problems. b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. -N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Adherence to appropriate air pollution requirements 3. Water a. Surface: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year - round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Green River, Angle Lake, Bow Lake • 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Annexation could occur in shoreline zone. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. -N /A- 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quan- tities, if known. -N /A- 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. Annexations could occur in 100 -year ftoodplain 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. -N/A- 11, Evaluation N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only • • Evaluation for b. Ground: 1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quan- tities, if known. - N /A- 2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sour- ces, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals...; agricultural; etc.) Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. - N /A- c. Water Runoff (including storm water): 1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. - N /A- Agency Use Only • • 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. - N /A- d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: - N /A- 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: -N /A- deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other shrubs grass _ pasture _ crop or grain _ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other — other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? -N /A- c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. - N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only • 0 Evaluation for Agency Use Only d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: -N /A- 5. Animals a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: -N /A- b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. -N/A- d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: -N /A- • 6. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solor) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. - N /A- b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. -N /A- c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: - N/A- 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. - N /A- 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. - N /A- 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environ- mental health hazards, if any: - N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only Evaluation for Agency Use Only b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? -N /A- 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short- term or a long -term basis (for example: traf- fic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. - N /A- 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: - N /A- 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? - N /A- b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. - N /A- c. Describe any structures on the site. - N/A- 411 Evaluation N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? -N /A- e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Various King County zone designations. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Various Comprehensive plan designations. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? - N /A- 9. h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. - N /A- i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? - N /A- j• Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? - N /A- k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: - N /A- 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is com- patible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: - N/A- 411 Evaluation N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income housing? -N /A- b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eli- minated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low - income housing. -N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: - N /A- 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? - N /A- b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? - N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: - N/A- 411 Evaluation N /A- • 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? - N /A- b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? - N /A- c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? - N /A- d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: - N /A- 12. Recreation a. What designed and informal recreational oppor- tunities are in the immediate vicinity? - N /A- b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. -N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: - N/A- 411 Evaluation N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only Evaluation for Agency Use Only 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or pro- posed for, national, state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. - N /A- b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. - N /A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: -N /A- 14. Transportation a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed accss to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. - N /A- b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? - N /A- c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate ?____ - N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). - N /A- e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. - N /A- f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. - N /A- g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transpor- tation impacts, if any: - N /A- 15. Public Services a. Would the .project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. Annexation would probably require increas—d pubTic services. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Policies stipulate the following priorities for service .provision: 1) maintain existing faciT t es; 2) upgrade existing facilities and services to Tukwila stan rds; 3) provide new facilities anTservices to support planned growth. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other. -N /A- b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. Tukwila city services as appropriate. C. Signature The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: u Date Submitted: Evaluation for Agency Use Only •TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLI•T D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (do not use this sheet for project actions) Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not imple- mented. Respond briefly and in general terms. Evaluation for Agency Use Only 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The annexation policy plan might indirectly result in an increase in discharge or emissions, etc., to the extend that it results in increased annexations to Tukwila. Depending on the actual land use, the annexation may result in increased noise, emissions, etc., in Tukwila. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Adherence to: 1) Tukwila Zoning Code; 2) Comprehensive Plan; 3) Building Code; 4) Permitting requirements; 5) Building inspections; 6) SEPA requirements; 7) Fire Code; 8) Special ordinances passed by Tukwila City Council. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, ani- mals, fish, or marine life? Unknown. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, ani- mals, fish, or marine life are: Adherence to: 1) SEPA review; 2) Planning Commission and Board of Architectural Review consideration of development. eEvaluation for Agency Use Only 3. Now would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? To the extent that Tukwila's Annexation Policies resulted in increased annexation activity in Tukwila, energy or natural resources might be used more intensively. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resourses are: Adherence to: 1) Building Codes; 2) Permitting requirements; 3) Other energy requirements 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? Unknown Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Adherence to: 1) SEPA guidelines; 2) Shoreline requirements. 5. Now would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, inclduing whether it would allow or encourage .land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Policies state thatl)'tand use proposed for an area to be annexed should be consistent with Tukwila's adopted Comprehensive Plan Policies and other land use requirements," and, 2) In newly annexed areas, buildings and facilities which do not comply with Tukwila's zoning and other code requirements shall be considered non- conform- inq uses." The policies encourage observance of existing Tukwila plans. -19- • • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts area: All areas annexed to Tukwila would be subject to Tukwila's Zoning Code, Shoreline Master Plan, and Comprehensive Plan which would provide guidance for reducing or avoiding shoreline and land use impacts. How does the proposal conform to the Tukwila Shoreline Master Plan? Any area annexed to Tukwila would be required to conform with Tukwila's Shoreline Master Plan. Evaluation for Agency Use Only 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Areas annexed to Tukwila as a result of Tukwila's Annexation Policies would require transportation (i.e. road) services, public services and utilities as appropriate. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Policies provide guidelines to respond to public service demands resulting from annexation by specifying that the City "should maintain service levels for Tukwila's existing citizens when new areas are considered for annexation." Further, the Policies state that facilities and services will be provided to newly annexed areas according to the following priorities: 1) maintain existing facilities; 2) upgrade existing facilities and services; and 31 provide new facilities and services to support planned growth. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. The proposal would not conflict with local, state or federal requirements for protection of the environment. • i 8. Does the proposal conflict with policies of the Tukwila Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan? If so, what poli- cies of the Plan? No Proposed measures to avoid or reduce the conflict(s) are: -N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only 4TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLIAIT Evaluation for Agency Use Only E. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR ALL PROJECT AND NON PROJECT PROPOSALS The objectives and the alternative means of reaching the objectives for a proposal will be helpful in reviewing the aforegoing items of the Environmental Checklist. This information provides a general overall perspective of the proposed action in the context of the environmental infor- mation provided and the submitted plans,' documents, suppor- tive information, studies, etc. 1. What are the objective(s) of the proposal? Goals of proposal are to provide guidance and direction to Tukwila elected officials, staff and those considering annexation to Tukwila regarding annexation and its likely effects. 2. What are the alternative means of accomplishing these objectives? None 3. Please compare the alternative means and indicate the preferred course of action: -N /A- Evaluation for Agency Use Only 4. Does the proposal conflict with policies of the Tukwila Comprehensive Land•Use Policy Plan? If so, what poli- cies of the Plan? No Proposed measures to avoid or reduce the conflict(s) are: -N /A- -23- 1 TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES • 1.0 GENERAL STATEMENTS ON ANNEXATION 1.1 The City of Tukwila strongly encourages annexations within its planning area and contiguous to the City boundaries. COMMENTS: For purposes of planned growth and fiscal responsibilities, Tukwila should, for the immediate future, consider annexations within the planning area and adjacent special use districts. 1.2 The City of Tukwila will freely make available to persons /areas interested in annexation any information related to its taxes or services. Each annexation process should emphasize public information and clear com- munication among the Tukwila community, City government and the area under consideration. COMMENTS: Upon request, City Council members, the Mayor, and other appropriate persons as designated by the Mayor will be available to attend meetings, provide information and explain the City's annexation policy. 1.3 Tukwila and King County should work together through interlocal agreements to implement coordinated local policy which will provide municipal ser- vices. COMMENTS: Specific annexation proposals have a greater chance of success if they are coordinated with local policy and receive support from other jurisdictions. 1.4 An annexation report shall be presented to the City Council for all annexations. Major annexations should include a thorough study /assessment of the area under consideration, a financial report analysis, and a plan for meeting the area's service needs. CuMMENTS: This policy will ensure that Tukwila has an appropriate assessment of the annexation area. This will include the potential costs and benefits to the community, consideration of any existing Capital Improvement Plans and, when necessary, a plan for providing municipal services to the area. This approach is intended to make the annexation process smoother and more predictable. 2.0 METHOD OF ANNEXATION The most appropriate means to accomplish annexations may be either an election or a petition, depending upon the size of the area and the number of property owners involved. COMMENTS: With few property owners involved, the petition method is generally easier. With many property owners involved, the election method may be the easier. Page 2 • 1 TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES 3.0 SILE OF ANNEXATION AREAS 3.1 The City allows and encourages annexation regardless of the size of the area. COMMENTS: The City has an open arms policy toward annexation. 3.2 Tukwila encourages annexations of a sufficiently large size for efficient processing and provision of municipal services. COMMENTS: Annexations of all sizes will help Tukwila grow and reach its planning area boundaries. Larger annexations are generally a more efficient means to bring territory into Tukwila's jurisdiction. 4.0 ANNEXATION COSTS 4.1 Tukwila will pay the basic costs of the annexation process including admi- nistration, environmental threshold determination, and filing fees. If an annexation requires an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), Tukwila will consider assuming the costs on a case -by -case basis. COMMENTS: Tukwila hopes to encourage annexations by taking on the routine costs of annexation. EIS work can be very costly and Tukwila will consider each case individually. 4.2 Assuming Tukwila's bonded indebtedness shall be considered on a case -by- case basis. COMMENTS: The general purpose facilities developed for any bond issue provide services for all Tukwila and any area joining Tukwila through annexation. Different tax rates which foster different service expectations among citizen groups should be avoided. ** NOTE ** The Committee recommends that indebtedness be refinanced as general obligation thereby eliminating the bonded indebtedness issue from annexation consideration. 5.0 BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY The boundaries of the City are a result of petitioners' actions and what- ever form they take is of little significance. COMMENTS: The City will need to develop its plans on how to best service an area regardless of the City's boundaries. • • TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES Page3 6.0 SERVICE 6.1 The City should maintain service levels for Tukwila's existing citizens . when new areas are considered for annexation. COMMENTS: This policy will ensure that the present service levels to residents and businesses will not be diminished because of annexation. 6.2 The City should provide for facilities and services for newly annexed areas according to the following guidelines: 1. First, to maintain existing facilities and services; 2. Second, to upgrade existing facilities and services to Tukwila stan- dards; 3. Third, to provide new facilities and services to support planned growth. COMMENTS: This policy will provide a consistent basis for identifying needs and setting priorities to furnish facilities and services in a newly annexed area. 6.3 Tukwila should determine whether or not to assume management of fire, sewer, or water districts in annexation areas on a case -by -case basis sub- ject to the requirements of RCW 35.13A. COMMENTS: Tukwila's planning areas include portions of several special purpose districts providing water, sewer, and fire services. In light of the individual factors pertaining to the operation of each, the decision to assume administration should be made on a case -by -case basis. City Council members, the Mayor, and other appropriate persons as designated by the Mayor should contact the affected special purpose districts. 7.0 SPECIAL PURPOSE DISTRICTS (EMPLOYEES) The City will retain the employees of special purpose districts when it assumes the ownership and administration of the district. COMMENTS: There is presently state law requiring this. The State RCW reads as follows: 35.13.A.090 - Employment rights of district employees. Whenever a city acquires all of the facilities of a water district or sewer district, pursuant to this chapter, such a City shall offer to employ every full time employee of the district who is engaged in the operation of such a district's facilities on the date on which such city acquires the district facilities. When a city acquires any portion of the facilities of such a district, such a city shall offer to employ full time employees of the district as of the date of the acquisition of Page 4 • • TUKWILA ANNEXATION POLICIES 7.0 SPECIAL PURPOSE DISTRICTS (EMPLOYEES) - Continued the facilities of the district who are no longer needed by the district. Whenever a city employs a person who has employed immediately prior thereto by the district, arrangements shall be made: (1) For the retention of service credits under the pension plan of the district pursuant to RCW 41.04.070 through 41.04.110; (2) For the retention of all sick leave standing to the employee's credit in the plan of such district; (3) For a vacation with pay during the first year of employment equivalent to that to which he would have been entitled if he had remained in the employment of the district. (1971 1st ex.s. c 95 § 9.) 8.0 PLANNING AND ZONING 8.i The land use proposed for an area to be annexed should be consistent with Tukwila's adopted Comprehensive Plan Policies and other land use require- ments. COMMENTS: This policy will ensure that zoning for annexation areas shall be determined both according to Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan and in consideration of existing uses in the area. 8.2 Tukwila should consider simultaneous zoning for annexations on a case -by- case basis. COMMENTS: Simultaneously adopting the zoning designation for the annexa- tion area and the annexation itself will provide predictability for the City of Tukwila, property owners, and residents involved in an annexation action. 8.3 In newly annexed areas, buildings and facilities which do not comply with Tukwila's zoning and other code requirements shall be considered non- conforming uses. COMMENTS: Designating non- conforming uses in newly annexed areas will ensure that they are treated the same as existing non- conforming uses in Tukwila. CAC.1 -.4