HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-04 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 25 No. 3A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business community
VOLUME 25, NUMBER 3 APRIL 2004
Time for Tukwila's Fourth
Annual Backyard Wildlife Fair
Spring is in the air, along with the birds
and the bees, the flowers and the trees
— the perfect time for celebrating our
beautiful community. So mark your
calendar for Tukwila's 4th Annual Back-
yard Wildlife Fair on Saturday, May 1,
from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at the Tukwila
Community Center.
Bring the entire family! This Fair will
be an exciting event filled with fun ac-
tivities for all ages:
• Demonstrations on gardening for
wildlife
• Workshops detailing how to
create and certify your backyard
as a wildlife sanctuary
• Arts and crafts for the kids
There will be tours of local certified
wildlife habitat gardens, a native plant
sale, and informational displays on many
interesting topics. Also look for craft
booths, garden -related merchandise for
sale, along with contests, raffles, food
and more!
Volunteers are needed for this event.
For more information, please contact
Barbara Pendleton at 206-763-1367.
Annual Spring Clean-up
Coupon in this issue!
Look on the back cover
You're invited! May open houses and Planning Commission
hearing for Comprehensive Plan technical revisions
Tukwila is preparing technical revisions to its Comprehensive Plan, to ensure that
it is up to date with changes in Statewide planning regulations. Key issues include
updating policies and development codes for environmentally sensitive steep slopes,
wetlands and streams, as well as adopting new household and employment growth
targets as set by King County.
Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 1995, with opportunities for amend-
ments each year. It is the guiding document — or "blueprint" — for how Tukwila
will manage future growth and development for the next twenty years.
Public Open Houses
on Draft Comprehensive Plan Revisions
Review draft revisions and speak with City staff
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
1:00-2:30PM and 7:00-8:30PM
Tukwila Community Center
12424 - 42nd Avenue S., Tukwila
Interested community members are
invited to attend public open houses
on Wednesday, May 12, which will
provide information about the pro-
posed changes to the Comprehen-
sive Plan. Come at the time that's
the most convenient for you.
On May 20, the Tukwila Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the
proposed revisions. At the hearing, you will have an opportunity to make your
comments directly to Tukwila's volunteer land use review body. After hearing
from the public, the Planning Commission will deliberate and make a recommen-
dation to the City Council later in the summer.
Residents and businesses will have
additional opportunities to comment
on Comprehensive Plan technical
revisions at open houses and City
Council hearings in 2004. Informa-
tion on this process will be printed
in the Hazelnut and posted on the
City of Tukwila's web site at
www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. (Click on the "Comprehensive Plan" button in the "Publica-
tions/Brochures" section.)
Questions? Contact Rebecca Fox of the Tukwila Department of Community
Planning Commission Hearing on
proposed Comprehensive Plan Revisions
Make comments in person, at the hearing,
or via letter or e-mail
May 20, 2004 at 7:OOPM
Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers
6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila
Development at 206-431-3683, or email rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us
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COUNCIL CORNER
On Monday March 15, the Tukwila City Council unanimously
confirmed the Mayor's appointment of Rhonda Berry to the
position of City Administrator. We look forward to working
with Rhonda on the many important issues facing Tukwila.
On January 31, the Council held our annual work retreat; for
the first time in many years, it was held locally in Tukwila. To
do our part in controlling City expenses, we were able to
have a very beneficial work session developing our plans for
the year 2004, at considerably less cost than in the past.
At the Saturday morning session Mayor Mullet provided up-
dates and his perspective on issues facing the Council during
the coming year. The agenda for this retreat covered basic
things we have discussed at length, along with several tech-
nical issues confronting the City in the near term.
As I expressed in my last Hazelnut article, considerable time
will be devoted this year in finding ways to better communi-
cate with Tukwila's residential and business citizens. We dis-
cussed neighborhood meetings in more relaxed gatherings,
removing the formality which people shy away from when
discussing issues with their elected Council members. We
want to continue the effort to clean up all areas of the City,
making it a safer and more pleasant place to live and work.
by Jim Haggerton, Council President
Technical challenges face the Council which require careful
thought and study as we develop policies that accomplish our
objectives, yet do not restrict our progress, including: 1) the
Westfield Shoppingtown Southcenter Mall expansion; 2) the
laying of fiber optic cable in the Tukwila Urban Center and
residential areas of Tukwila; 3) the proposed annexation of
land from South 180th Street to the south city limits of Tuk-
wila as outlined in our 1995 Comprehensive Plan; 4) the
completion of all phases of the Tukwila International Boule-
vard construction project; and 5) the manner in which we
continue the Tukwila Village Urban Renewal project.
The workload of all City departments is directly affected by
the activities listed above. The Council will review each issue
to establish a priority of work that will allow City departments
to complete these items along with their usual business.
Even though our work schedule for 2004 is challenging, we
will make every effort to include Tukwila citizens in all our
activities. We want your comments, questions and concerns;
we want to have open communication lines with you. Please
contact your Council members by email, phone, fax or mail.
Council Email Address: Message Line - 206-431-3652
tukcounc@ci.tukwila.wa.us Agenda Info Line - 206-431-3656
Tukwila City Council Actions:
January -March 2004
See each week's meeting agenda online at
http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us
January 2004
Elected Jim Haggerton as 2004 Coun-
cil President.
Approved contract with Asset Analytics
to continue efforts related to deploying
metropolitan area network and provid-
ing gigabit Ethernet connectivitiy to
Tukwila citizens and businesses.
February 2004
Appointed Mona Sullivan to the Human
Services Advisory Board.
Held public hearing on, and then re-
newed, six-month moratorium on cer-
tain land divisions and development
activities near Longacres Station.
Approved contract for design of sewer
lift station at Fort Dent with AHBL, Inc.
Approved resolution supporting the
Tukwila School District's levy.
Approved purchase of riverfront prop-
erty on West Valley Highway, south of
I-405, from WSDOT. (Property may be
used for future park purposes.)
Approved Interlocal Agreement which
provides framework for cities within
King County to work together in order
to manage the King County and Yakima
County jail contracts, to dispose of
property held for jail purposes, and for
future jail planning.
Approved contract with Martin Durkan
to continue to represent City on inter-
governmental matters with King
County, Washington State government,
and our Congressional delegation.
Awarded contract to install new pumps,
motors, and backup generators for
Sewer Lift Station #12 at Southcenter,
to Gary Harper Construction, Inc.
Held public hearing; extended until
2007 Unclassified Use Permit for tem-
porary Sounder Station, provided two
more shelters are built and Sound Tran-
sit remedies slippery platform surface.
Approved ordinance updating Flood
Plain Management regulations to meet
current State & Federal requirements.
March 2004
Appointed Anne Marie Colton and
Richard Simpson to the Community Ori-
ented Policing Citizens Advisory Board
(COPCAB).
2 THE HAZELNUT
Disaster Preparedness: Always start with The Basics
Although an important topic to discuss, families can easily be
overwhelmed when thinking about disaster preparedness.
This can lead to discouragement and then nothing gets ac-
complished. In a pamphlet produced by Group Health Co-
operative and the Washington Military Department Emer-
gency Management Division, four basic steps are laid out:
1. Find Out What Disasters Could Happen to You
2. Create a Disaster Plan
• Find out the best things to do in each disaster situation
that might occur here. Teach your family what to do and
go over it often. Include plans on what to do for the
elderly, disabled and pets.
• Make a list of emergency contacts and places to gather in
case of separation. Post one by the phone, and give a
copy to family members for their purse or wallet. Pick
an out-of-town friend or relative to be the family contact
person (it's usually easier to call outside the local area).
• Pick two places to gather, one right outside your home in
case of fire, and one outside your neighborhood in case
family members cannot get home.
• Create a disaster supplies kit that will be ready to grab in
case of evacuation, and start storing food and water for
in-home use during a disaster.
3. Put Your Plan Into Action
• Go over your home and check for possible hazards and
determine what you can do to make your home safer.
• Make sure there's a smoke detector on every level of your
home.
• Teach your family members how to use a fire extinguisher,
and tell everyone where it is kept.
• Learn how to turn off your utilities, and teach your fam-
ily how to do it as well.
• Plan evacuation routes for your home, as well as two (if
possible) escape routes from each room.
• Take a first aid and CPR class. Teach your family first aid.
• Determine which areas in your home are the safest for
each type of disaster that could occur, and let everyone
else know where to go in each situation.
4. Practice and Maintain Your Plan
• Review your plan every six months. Update as needed.
• Conduct fire and emergency evacuation drills periodically.
• Test and refill your fire extinguishers according to instruc-
tions by manufacturer. Test your smoke detectors
monthly. Change the batteries every six months and dust
off the detector when you change the batteries.
• Replace stored water and food every six months, and re-
place any food as you use it.
For more information about disaster preparedness and to view
the pamphlet from which this information was taken, please
visit: www.emd.wa.gov/5-prep/trng/pubed/fpp96.pdf.
Approved amendment to contract for
additional market analysis and financial
analysis for planning in the Tukwila
Urban Center and Longacres Station
area with ECONorthwest.
Approved amendment to a contract for
technical review, analysis, and advice
regarding parking demand and transpor-
tation impacts related to the proposed
Link Light Rail System with Charles
River Associates.
Approved contract to replace Tukwila
Community Center rotunda gutters
with Ballard Sheet Metal Works, Inc.
Approved resolution allowing the Coun-
cil to waive the residency requirement
for the position of City Administrator.
Approved ordinance adopting 2004
Edition of WSDOT/APWA Standard
Specifications for public works projects.
Approved Memorandum of Understand-
ing with WSDOT for I-405 Congestion
Relief and Bus Rapid Transit Projects,
to establish ground rules for interagency
cooperation.
Approved Airport Communities Coali-
tion 2004 Interlocal Agreement.
Approved renaming of the private street
known as Saxon Drive to Costco Drive.
Approved the 2004 service contract
with the Southwest King County Cham-
ber of Commerce.
Approved Interlocal Agreement with
King County & Renton for Trans -Valley
Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)
Project, to receive new traffic signal
controllers & cameras for S. 180th St.
Held a public meeting on three proposed
amendments to Comprehensive Plan,
agreed to forward amendments to Plan-
ning Commission for further review.
Confirmed Mayor's appointment of
Rhonda Berry to position of City Admin-
istrator.
Held public hearing on and approved
work plan and public process for 2004
Comprehensive Plan update and
Growth Management Act (GMA) tech-
nical update.
APRIL 2004 3
Solid Waste and Recycling Rate Increase
Effective April 1, 2004, residential,
multi -family and commercial solid waste
and recycling customers will notice a
slight increase on their garbage bill.
Thanks to low inflation and a contract
These
examples
depict the
impact of
the 2004
rate increase:
RESIDENTIAL
that limits annual increases to 80% of
the Consumer Price Index, the 2004
rate increase is capped at 1.31%. If you
have any problems with your bills or
solid waste/recycling services, or have
MULTI -FAMILY
questions regarding the rate increase,
please call Frank Iriarte, Public Works
Department at 206-433-0179, or send
an email to firiarte@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
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Senator Patty Murray delivers critical funding to ease
traffic flow in Tukwila
Mayor Steve Mullet is pleased to announce that the omnibus spending
bill passed by Congress in January included $1.4 million in "Intelligent
Transportation System" funding for the City of Tukwila. Since the
Nisqually Earthquake, Tukwila has sought federal funding to ease se-
vere traffic congestion in our city. Senator Patty Murray has been in-
strumental in assisting and securing this recent award.
Immediately following the Nisqually earthquake, citizens from Tukwila
and from throughout the region found themselves in hours of gridlocked
traffic. "We can't afford to let that happen again in an emergency situa-
tion," said Mayor Mullet, and thanks to Senator Murray, it won't!" "As
an added benefit," explains the Mayor, "this same technology will en-
able our traffic engineers to also speed traffic flow in non -emergency
situations too. Senator Murray, along with Senator Maria Cantwell and
Representative Adam Smith, continue to fight for vital federal funding
for this region. Without their support, we wouldn't be able to tackle
some of these really expensive transportation projects."
The $1.4 million in federal funds, with an additional 20% in funding by
the City, will be used to construct a Traffic Signal Command Center
where interconnected signals throughout the City can be controlled
and monitored by engineers and technicians via instantaneous video
and data feeds. The Signal Command Center will start by controlling
the 26 signals within the Tukwila Urban Center but will be expanded
in the future to control all the signals throughout the entire City.
A fully interconnected traffic signal system in the Urban Center, includ-
ing limiting the number of access points, will improve traffic flow and
circulation within the 1,000 -acre retail/commercial/warehousing area.
In emergency situations, the system will enable traffic engineers to plot
the best response routes and adjust signal timing to reduce first responder
response rates and ultimately save lives. In non -emergency situations,
the system will enable City traffic engineers to respond quickly to chang-
ing traffic flows by providing real-time data which can then used to
adjust signalization to speed traffic flows throughout the area.
Some residents may be eligible
for 2003 utility tax rebates
In 2003 the City of Tukwila imposed a Utility Tax
and added surcharge to Seattle City Light custom-
ers as a franchise fee. A policy has been established
by the City to rebate the additional taxes and fran-
chise surcharge fees to low-income seniors (62 or
older) or disabled residents who may be eligible for
electric and natural gas utility rebates
Criteria for eligibility:
• Must be at least 62 years of age or disabled.
• Must have combined income of less than
$31,150 or less than $27,250 if single.
• Must be a Puget Sound Energy or Seattle City
Light customer.
Required Information (due by June 30, 2004):
• Must complete one-page application at the Fi-
nance Department in City Hall.
• Must provide copy of their 2003 Income Tax
Return.
• Provide their Puget Sound Energy or Seattle City
Light Account Number.
Payment process:
Those applicants determined to be eligible will re-
ceive a rebate check from the City based on the
actual taxes and surcharges paid for 2003. For more
information, please call Lily Jue at 206-433-7190.
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Are cranes legal?
(no, we don't mean
the feathered kind...)
Tukwila's Code Enforcement Office receives numerous com-
plaints each year about commercial vehicles — bulldozers,
cranes, construction equipment, etc. — parked in residential
neighborhoods. Is this legal?
The definition of a commercial vehicle is:
• Any vehicle 8+ feet wide, 20+ feet long, or 9+ feet tall,
the principal use of which is the transportation of com-
modities, merchandise, produce, freight, or animals; or
• Bulldozers, cranes and similar construction equipment.
Residential area means any district which is zoned low-den-
sity residential, medium -density residential, or high-density
residential by the City
Trailer means any vehicle without motive power, designed
for carrying persons or property within or on itself, and drawn
by a vehicle with motive power. The term "trailer" includes
trailer coach tractor -trailer, semi -trailer or utility trailer, but
does not include recreational vehicles.
Under the Tukwila Municipal Code, parking of commercial
vehicles or trailers in residential areas is not allowed except:
• To load/unload — providing the vision of traffic is not
obstructed and only a reasonable amount of time is al-
lowed.
• When necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in
compliance with law.
• In order to make non-recurring emergency repairs.
Commercial vehicles are allowed to park in the private drive-
way of the owner of such a vehicle, provided:
• No more than one such vehicle is allowed to be parked.
• Such vehicles shall not intrude into sidewalks, pedestrian
paths or public rights-of-way, and shall not obstruct sight
visibility from adjacent driveways.
• Commercial vehicles must be maintained in a clean, well -
kept state which does not detract from the appearance of
the surrounding area.
• A trailer normally used as part of a tractor -trailer combi-
nation shall not be allowed to park in residential zoned
areas.
Questions regarding the parking of commercial vehicles or
other issues can be directed to the Code Enforcement Office
at 206-431-3682 or via email at tukcode@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Tukwila Code Enforcement Office - 206-431-3682
APRIL 2004
Sound Transit to hold Open House
for Link Light Rail project in Tukwila
Sound Transit is holding one more Open House event for the
Tukwila segment of its Link Light Rail project. Final plans
will be shown for the light rail trackway, the station and park-
and-ride lot at South 154th Street & International Blvd., and
the public art that will be included in the station.
TUKWILA PROJECT DESIGN OPEN HOUSE
Wednesday, May 12 - 6:00-8:OOPM
Foster High School
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila
Sound Transit engineers and project designers will be present
to answer your questions. Tell us any issues you have regard-
ing light rail construction in the Tukwila community.
About Link Light Rail
Construction is now under way on parts of the initial seg-
ment of Link Light Rail. When operational in 2009, the ini-
tial segment will stretch 14 miles from downtown Seattle to
the S. 154th Station near Sea -Tac Airport. Light rail will con-
nect Tukwila to downtown Seattle via Rainier Valley, Beacon
Hill, and the SODO industrial area.
The Tukwila segment of the line is about five miles long, with
85 percent built on elevated trackway. The trip from Tukwila
to downtown will take about 30 minutes, with trains leaving
every six minutes during peak hours and every 10 to 15 min-
utes during off-peak hours.
Sound Transit is buying 31 new, modern low -floor light rail
cars to serve the initial segment of Link. The air-conditioned
cars will comfortably carry 200 riders each. The cars are 95
feet long and have space for four wheelchairs and four bi-
cycles. Trains will initially be two cars but can grow to three
and four cars as service expands.
For more information
Please contact Sound Transit's community outreach team:
Sue Comis, 206-398-5143 (comiss@soundtransit.org), or
Roger Pence, 206-398-5465 (pencer@soundtransit.org).
Visit our Web site at www.soundtransit.org.
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TUKWILA PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARKS • RECREATION • GOLF • AQUATICS
Mayfair 2004 will provide a day of fun
It's an annual event that you won't want to miss. Enjoy a Saturday afternoon of
activities, including a Henna Tattoo artist, Bouncy Boxing, inflatable slam-dunk
booth, community service vendors, a free BBQ, a DJ, local teen rap, dance and
vocal performances, and MUCH more! This drug-, alcohol- and tobacco -free event
is sponsored by King County Community Organizing Program and the Seattle -
King County Tobacco Prevention Program.
Date: Saturday, May 15 Time: 11:00AM-3:00PM
Fees: FREE! Grades: All ages
Location: Tukwila Community Center Picnic Shelter and Field
Transportation provided from Foster High School and Cascade View Middle School.
Call 206-768-2822 for more information.
Tukwila Parks and Recreation thanks
sports program All -Stars!
SPONSORS
Thank you to the following area businesses and organizations for their sponsorship
and support of the Youth and Teen Basketball Leagues.
* Cold Stone Creamery * Computer Sonics * Dollar Rent-A-Car
* HomeTask.Com * Land O'Frost * Liberty Mutual
* NW Emergency Training * Park & Fly * Seattle Escrow
* Seattle Mortgage * Seattle Savings Bank
* Tukwila Children's Foundation * Tukwila Fire Fighters Local #2088
* Tukwila SuperPawn * Tukwila Rotary
* US Healthworks * Washington Cars, Inc.
COACHES
The Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department would like to thank the following
volunteers for coaching this year in our Youth/Teen Basketball League.
* Larry Responte * Mike Ramsey * Rad Zambrana * Anita Zambrana
* Rochelle Leonardo * Stephanie Michael * Marge Newgent
* Kim Hutchinson * Kelly Gifford * Ken Hasson * Michael Droz
* Rick Morine * Bruce Gillies * Mike Gustafson * Charles Bowie
* John Morine * Eddie Moore * Bill Wetzler * Steve Dammeier
* Vince Deloney * Coryell Deloney * Darren Hawkins * Brett Jennings
* Terry White * Bobby Emerson * Ivan Ferencak * Nirmin Disdaar
* Don Tomaso * Rich Rossmeier * Jim Teja * Jim Hicks * David Patton
* Tony Gutierrez * Bob Codd * Harry Tarica * Shelly Tarica
* Angie Swanson * Julie Mitchell * Darrin Stolz * Mike Brookbank
* Phillip Locke * Michelle Watts * Cory Manago * Chuck Laycock
* Tyrone Harris * Jim Cobb * Gerald Simmons * Azurah Sims
* Tom Rios * Wayne Severson * Steve Galaviz * Darryl Rabb
* Clint Morse * Charles Peterson * Larry Stone * Mickie Allen
Now Accepting Applications
The Tukwila Community Center is now
accepting vendor applications for arts &
crafts and food & beverage booths, as
well as community, non-profit, and busi-
ness information and sales booths for the
Country Craze, Tukwila Days Commu-
nity Festival scheduled for Saturday, July
10, 2004. Applications are now avail-
able online at wwwci.tukwila.wa.us or
by calling 206-768-2822.
Be In the Parade
Community organizations, businesses,
kids and pets are all encouraged to join
in the 2004 Tukwila Days Parade. The
parade is a great opportunity to partici-
pate in the annual Community Festival
and show your Tukwila pride. Join us
in our Country Craze theme by dress-
ing in western appearal. The parade will
be on July 10th at 10:00 a.m. All par-
ticipants must register. If you are inter-
ested or wish for more information con-
tact Tammy at 206-768-2822 or email
tbayliss@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
CaII to Artists
Take part in Tukwila's eighth annual Art
Competition and Show! Entry catego-
ries are oil painting, watermedia and
graphics (drawing, printmaking and
mixmedia). Monetary prizes will be
awarded in each category: $200, $100
and $50. Up to three entries per artist
are accepted. The first entry fee is $10;
second and third entries are $5 each.
Artwork must be current within the last
two years.
Entry Deadline:
Thursday, July 8 — Entries will be
accepted at TCC from 2:00 to 5:OOPM
Information:
Please call 206-768-2822 or e-mail us
at tukparks@ci.tukwila.wa.us
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will be offered for Paseball, Pasketball, Soccer and Tennis, and
there's also a "Sports for Shorts" preschool sports camp. Camp
hours, fees, and registration deadlines vary.
A free Summer Sack Lunch Frogram is available to all summer camp participants.
Please sign up for the program at the time of camp registration.
We are unable to accommodate special dietary requests.
APRIL 2004
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Local businesses can benefit from Export Mentor Program
The Southwest King County Economic Development Initiative is imple-
menting an Export Mentor Program for small and medium-sized enterprises
located in Southwest King County. The program is designed to nurture the
exporting capabilities of businesses and enable them to explore interna-
tional market opportunities for their goods and services.
On February 4, the Southwest King County Economic Development Initia-
tive conducted an Export Promotion Symposium that effectively highlighted
the ease of exporting and the financial benefits that result when companies
expand their sales overseas. Attendees obtained key information about
creating successful exporting strategies for their companies and were given
a comprehensive directory of international trade resources.
Similarly, the Export Mentor Program provides companies with a unique
opportunity to develop their exporting potential. Over the course of a year,
exporting -experienced companies, serving as mentors, will offer guidance
and support to protege companies new to exporting. Protege companies
will work with their mentors in the development and implementation of an
export Plan, gaining increased knowledge and receiving key advice about
the exporting process. At the program's conclusion, a subsidized trade
mission to an overseas destination will be arranged for the firm selected as
the most successful exporting candidate.
There are a variety of compelling reasons for companies to participate in the
Export Mentor Program. Protege companies have the opportunity to expe-
rience the full process of exporting a product or a service while having the
guidance of a larger, more experienced company. In the process, they will
develop a better understanding of company and product assessment, fi-
nancing, marketing and procurement, and gain valuable contacts in the
international trade community.
Likewise, mentors will have the opportunity to learn from young, fast-grow-
ing companies and review their own operations and reasons for success. In
addition, mentor companies will play a significant role in the improvement
of the King County economy, contributing to the overall success and viabil-
ity of our local areas.
Both potential mentors and those interested in receiving export guidance
are encouraged to submit applications for this program. Further informa-
tion and application forms for the Export Mentor Program can be found at
the King County website, www.metrokc.gov/exec/bred. For program ques-
tions, please contact Allison Clark, Export Promotion Coordinator, at the
King County Office of Business Relations and Economic Development: 206-
296-1939. Application forms can be submitted via email to:
Allison. clark@metr okc. gov.
The Southwest King County Economic Development Initiative is a partner-
ship between the cities of southwest King County, Highline Community
College, King County, and the Port of Seattle. Affiliate members include
the cities of Federal Way and Kent, the Southwest King County Chamber of
Commerce, and the Trade Development Alliance. Supported by Northwest
Airlines and a grant from the United States Economic Development
Administration, the Export Mentor Program was developed and
administered by the Initiative to create opportunities for business growth.
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Hello, Tukwila Library:
A local treasure gets a re -do
April 10th marked the completion of the trans-
formation at the Tukwila Library that began at
the first of the year. The revisions added ex-
panded services for kids and adult readers, as
well as comfort and visual updating. The new
look reflects a special focus on services and ac-
tivities for youth — pre-schoolers to high school
— while offering up-to-the-minute popular books
for adults. Research materials and online data-
bases will support homework assignments and
adult information needs.
The redesigned open space plan features an
imaginative new children's environment with
comfy furniture, sculptures, whimsical tables,
and a menagerie of animal puppets and floor
cushions. A new and inviting "Choice Reads"
book collection for adults will offer the latest
popular books — including current titles, genre
literary fiction and classics — to insure that ev-
eryone who comes in can find a "good read."
Updated lighting along with bright and welcom-
ing colors will increase patron comfort.
New special attractions — specially selected for
kids from pre-school to age 15 — include:
• More books, music, videos, DVDs,
and other materials
• More computers for kids
• Homework help
• After-school programs tot �a
make learning fun, from; ir
science to storytelling t;°v • a
The grant -funded Family Place program — in-
cluding "Baby and Me" for new parents and
caregivers and parenting skills classes from
A.P.P.L.E. Parenting — has moved from the Fos-
ter Library to Tukwila. The move increases the
space available to these activities and enhances
resources available for all families.
Just for grown-ups, the new "Choice Reads"
collection will have comfy lounge chairs and
space to focus on reading for fun. Of course, as
always, items may be placed on hold and
picked -up at Tukwila.
Call the Tukwila Library for current open hours
at 206-244-5140 or visit the King County Li-
brary System website: www.kcls.org.
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Fire Department hosts CPR and First Aid trainings
Tukwila's Fire Department hosted first aid and CPR training in February that was a
huge success. These courses will be offered again on Saturday, May 15 and Wednes-
day, May 19. Each complete CPR/First Aid course lasts one day, starting at 9:00AM
and finishing at 5:30PM. Participants will also have the opportunity to attend the
CPR portion of the training only, from 1:00 to 5:30PM.
The only cost to participants is for materials and certification cards; the combined
CPR/First Aid Course costs $15 per student. (First Aid attendees will also receive
a book for this fee.) For those who attend only the CPR portion of the training, the
cost is $10. Payments will be accepted on the day of the training prior to class, so
students are requested to arrive 15-20 minutes early.
The courses are available to individual citizens who live or work in Tukwila. Be-
tween the hours of 8:00Am and 6:OOPM you can reserve a space by calling the
Tukwila Fire Department at 206-575-4404, or stopping by Department Headquar-
ters at 444 Andover Park E. The course will take place at Department Headquar-
ters in the South Training Room (park on the south side of the fire station).
Openings are reserved on a first-come, first-served
basis. Class size is limited; those who register are
expected to attend. Please call to cancel if you are
unable to attend so that we can fill your slot from our
waiting list. Large groups — private or business — can
make arrangements with the instructors for non -
Department sponsored courses.
CPR saves lives. Sign up for a course soon!
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from the Tukwila Police Department
• • National Night Out Against Crime
is Tuesday August 3, 2004
Save the date and start planning
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Fire extinguisher training
The Tukwila Fire Department will be
hosting a free hands-on portable fire
extinguisher training class, with infor-
mation on home and workplace fire
safety suggestions. The class will be held
on May 26, 2004 at the headquarters
fire station at 444 Andover Park East,
starting at 6:OOPM. Class size is limited
to 25 people, who are residents or who
work in Tukwila. The minimum age for
participants will be 12 years old. Please
call 206-575-4407, between 8:30AM
and 5:OOPM, Monday through Friday.
Try searching for safety!
From "Stop, Drop and Roll" to "Escape Plan", fire
safety terms are important to everyone. Enjoy this
chance to hunt down these (hopefully) familiar
terms in a puzzle!
Instructions
Find the words in the grid. Words can go horizon-
tally, vertically and diagonally in all eight direc-
tions. And be on the lookout for the hidden fire
safety message!
S MO K E D E T E C TORS S A V E L I VETS
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MDSWNKLQMQBXJ FSTOPCGKQEP
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LOEXCJWHNGL LKMBBTKCKTRTR
P P R S T O Q T C K K O C C D K E V P K H F S R
U P K Z C K N C U X C R T E N E V U M L S Y M R
S MC H T A T D D O K G D J P N S F K W R N O L
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WORD LIST: G M V X R D N E D S A A X B T B K P G T T H B B
Address Visible from Street Keep Lighters Up I 0 N 0 I ODFCXMNF I KURCDJRL I N
Aim Keep Low LKKTR I OLXPXMNCTKOTXP L I SL
Check Battery Keep Matches Up PEHYSGODEF Z F E C K B R E KCMG I B
Collapsible Ladder Once Out Stay Out E D D V M S L E T M B H C L R Z M N C T B H V L
Drop Roll EENBETKYKOCPNKPF FPRNKTSN
EDITH Side to Side KT TDDPVHMJ HKHMWZJ XGDOJSX
Escape Plan Stop GECOL LAPS I BLELADDERWT LEL
Fire Extinguisher Point QCNRKDABBKNNKHWOL PEEK TRT
Flashlight Secondary Exit CT L J KWC I TJRLKNGFCXNNCZDW
Hot Door Smoke Detector HOR L L RWKMGFKDWPN LQRQRRDN
Keep Doors Closed Sweep MRZHMREHS I UGN I TXEER I F ZAM
(See answer grid at www. ci. tukwila. wa. us)
APRIL 2004 9
WHAT'S NEW(S) IN HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services Office
Evie — 206-433-7180
Stacy — 206-433-7181
Crisis Clinic
(24-hour line)
206-461-3222
What is Home Care?
"Home care" encompasses a wide range of health and social
services that are delivered at home to elderly, disabled or in-
jured individuals in need of assistance with the essential ac-
tivities of daily living. Home care is appropriate whenever a
person prefers to stay at home but needs ongoing care that is
not easily provided by family and friends. Older people —
electing to live independent, non -institutionalized lives — re-
ceive home care services as their physical capabilities dimin-
ish. Younger adults who are disabled or recuperating from an
injury or illness are choosing home care whenever possible.
As hospital stays decrease, more people need some assistance
when they return home.
Services may include personal care such as bathing, dressing,
feeding, toileting, or ambulation assistance. Basic housekeep-
ing and cooking services are also available. Licensed and
insured caregivers offer local transportation service and assis-
tance while you shop, attend medical appointments, or take
care of errands. Other services such as nighttime monitoring
or companionship assistance are usually available.
Home care services are provided by home care organizations
but may also be obtained by independent providers. Finding
the home care provider best suited for your needs requires
research. Important factors include the quality of care, avail-
Your volunteer service would be appreciated
The Multiple Sclerosis Association of King County needs your
help to assist people with MS in maintaining their indepen-
dence and quality of life. The Association provides in-depth
services such as physical therapy, social work, emotional sup-
port and educational programs for people who have MS as
well as their loved ones. Consider volunteering just one to
two hours per week, assisting with water therapy programs,
visiting isolated individuals, providing transportation, shop-
ping, yardwork, other household chores, teaching computer
skills, etc. If you are a person with MS, or a family member,
consider volunteering to provide information and emotional
support to others.
This volunteer opportunity offers you a life enriching experi-
ence, high quality training and supervision, and the chance
to build lasting relationships.
For more information about the services of the Multiple Scle-
rosis Association of King County or volunteer opportunities,
contact Gregg Robinson at 206-633-2606, or visit their
website at www.msa-sea.org.
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ability of needed services, and personnel training and super-
vision. Before starting your search for in-home assistance, it
is important to determine which types of services you need.
You may wish to consult with your physician, a hospital dis-
charge planner, or a social service organization, such as an
Area Agency on Aging, for assistance in evaluating your needs.
Once you have completed this assessment, you will be able
to identify the type of home care provider most appropriate
to assist you. Home care providers are also listed in the yel-
low pages under "home care" or "home health," or "nurses."
The cost for care services varies on the type of services pro-
vided. Medical services that require nursing care or supervi-
sion are usually more costly than non-medical care services.
Many states require home care providers to become licensed
to operate. To obtain a license, a provider must meet the
basic legal and operating standards imposed by
the State department of health.
For more information about home care
options available to Tukwila residents,
call Senior Rights Assistance at
206-448-5720
Women's clinic offers maternity, baby services
Highline Midwifery and Women's Health Services is known
in the community as a "one-stop shop" for women. Located
in the Riverton Medical Center at 13030 Military Road South,
the staff offers specialized care for women of all ages. Family
planning, annual check-ups, prenatal care, labor and delivery
support, and postpartum care are provided by the certified
nurse midwives and Dr. Patricia Shuster.
In addition, the clinic provides WIC (Women, Infant and Chil-
dren) nutritional services and MSS (Maternity Support Ser-
vices). The MSS team — consisting of registered nurses, so-
cial workers and nutritionists — meets with women during
their pregnancy and after the baby's birth to help them con-
nect with community agencies. These families benefit from
assistance getting medical coupons, health insurance for chil-
dren, clothes for infants and children, access to food banks,
reduced cost for electricity and phone, referrals to affordable
housing, classes and support groups in the area. The WIC
clinic provides nutritional counseling and financial vouchers
to help qualifying women and their children get food rich in
nutrients that improve their diets.
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TUKWILA
RESOURCE
REPOR TER
Special recycling collection event on May 22
Bring in your old tires, bulky yard waste, household batteries and other hard -to -
recycle items to Foster High School for this year's Special Recycling Event.
May 22, 2004 - 9:OOAM to 3:OOPM
Foster High School - 4242 South 144th Street
WHAT TO BRING: The following materials will be collected and recycled—
- Anti -freeze
- Motor oil and filers
- Lead acid batteries
- Household batteries - AAAA, AAA, AA, A, B, C, and D cell batteries only.
- Tires (6 per load. No rims, no heavy truck or back hoe tires)
- Bulky Yard Waste (No rocks, brush, leaves, sod)
- Scrap wood (Untreated, unpainted wood only.)
- Refrigerators/freezers/air conditioners ($25 will be charged for each unit)
- Appliances ($5 for each water heater with insulation)
- Scrap metal (ferrous and non-ferrous)
- Used clothing
- Reusable household goods (No furniture)
- Cardboard (Please flatten. No wax -coated cardboard)
- Porcelain toilets and sinks (Remove toilet seats, hardware and base wax rings;
$5 charge)
- Residential propane tanks ($5 charge)
- Electronic equipment: Computers, printers, mice, keyboards, fax machines,
cellular phones, scanners. Computer monitors will be collected for $10 each.
- Television sets (No television sets that are encased in wood, wood consoles,
or big screen TVs; $15 charge per TV).
NOTE: ALL USER FEES WILL BE CASH ONLY
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
▪ Hazardous waste Garbage
▪ Window glass Concrete
You will receive a mailing with additional
to bring and those to leave at home.
▪ Mattresses
▪ Paint, etc.
information on materials
FREE! Natural Gardening Presentations
at Tukwila Community Center! Interested in
having a nice garden without unnecessary
pesticides? Come to the Community Center
for two free sessions in May. Each presenta-
tion includes a slide show, hands-on demon-
stration, and time for questions and answers.
- Furniture
- Plastics
NW Natural Yard Days
April -May 2004
Tukwila supports Northwest Natural
Yard Days, a region -wide promotion of
natural yard care, taking place during
April and May. Practicing natural yard
care helps people achieve healthy gar-
dens by using fewer chemicals with-
out large investments of time or money.
All product sales will be in local stores.
Stop by two participating stores located
in Tukwila, and see what's offered:
• Home Depot
6810 South 180th Street
• Lowes Home Improvement
101 Andover Park East
Products discounted by manufacturers
and retailers during April/May include:
• Electric mulching mowers
• Push reel mowers
• Organic lawn fertilizers
• Weed pullers
• Compost
• Water Timers
• Soaker hoses
• Insecticidal Soap
• Less -toxic Moss Control
• Less -toxic Slug Bait
These products complement the five
steps of natural yard care, to achieve a
healthy lawn with fewer chemicals:
1-> Build healthy soil.
2-> Plant right for your site.
3-> Practice smart watering.
4-> Think twice before using pesticides.
5-> Practice natural lawn care.
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Pest -Resistant Plants
Learn about plant varieties that
age. Slide show; plant lists and
Salmon -Friendly Gardening
Find out about water quality in
prove salmon survival through
JULY 17-18:
Tukwila Community
Garage Sale
May 5, 7:00-8:OOPM
thrive in our climate and resist pest dam -
other resources are also available.
May 18, 7:00-8:OOPM
the Puget Sound region and how to im-
gardening practices and design.
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CITY DIRECTORY
TUKWILA CITY HALL
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Hours: Monday—Friday, 8::30AM-5::00pM
Telephone: 206-433-1800
Fax number: 206-433-1833
TTY number: 206 -248-2 933
Website: http://wwwaltukwila.wa.us
E-mail: tukwila@ci.tukwila.wa.us
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Jim Haggerton, Pres. 206-244-7846
Pam Carter 206-244-0558
Joe H. Duffle (beeper #) 206-994-7229
Dave Fenton 206-246-4980
Joan Hernandez. 206-248-0260
Pamela Linder 206-439-2473
Dennis Robertson 206-242-6373
Lucy Lauterbach, Analyst206-433-1834
Council Message Line 206-431-3652
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
7:OOPM in Council Chambers
Regular Meetings 1st/3rd Mondays
Work Meetings 2nd/4th Mondays
Agenda Info Line 206-431-3656
CITY OFFICES
Mayor
Steve Mullet 206-433-1805
Municipal Court 206-433-1840
Human Services 206-433-7180
Finance Department
Alan Doerschel, Dir206-433-1838
Tourism/Marketing 206-575-2489
Fire Department
Nick Olivas, Chief 206-575-4404
Dept. of Community Development
Steven Lancaster, Dir. 206-431-3670
Code Enforcement 206-431-3682
Parks/Recreation Department
Bruce Fletcher, Dir 206-767-2342
Police Department
Keith Haines, Chief 206-433-1808
Public Works Department
Jim Morrow, Dir 206-433-0179
Dept. of Administrative Services
Viki Jessop, Dir 206-433-1831
City Clerk's Office 206-433-1800
Personnel 206-433-1831
City Job Line 206-433-1828
Emergency
Fire, Police
911
TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER
12424 - 42nd Avenue South
Recreation Division 206-768-2822
Senior Center/Services 206-767-2323
TUKWILA CITY POOL
4414 S. 144th Street 206-267-2350
FOSTER GOLF LINKS
13500 Interurban Avenue South
Pro Shop 206-242-4221
Restaurant 206-241-5784
THE HAZELNUT
is a bimonthly newsletter published
by the City of Tukwila and
written by City staff.
Editing/production: Stacia Norris
No compression brakes
On April 5, 2004 the Tukwila
City Council passed Ordinance
#2041 regarding the use of com-
pression brakes — also known as
"jake brakes".
Tukwila and other surrounding
jurisdictions prohibit them, as a
way to protect residents from the
loud noises associated with their
use. The City will restrict the
use of compression brakes to
emergency vehicles or in emer-
gency situations only.
Contaminators, beware!
King County Metro regulates, permits and
monitors the discharge of industrial waste
water by businesses in the sanitary sewer sys-
tem. This effort allows Metro and the City to
detect and identify sources that discharge un-
acceptable types and levels of contaminants to
the sewer system. Violators may receive finan-
cial penalties. Recently King County Metro
fined a Tukwila business over $100,000 for
illegal discharges of chemicals into the sani-
tary sewer and for problems with their required
recording documentation. For more informa-
tion on this industrial waste program, go to
http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/indwaste/index.htm.
Spring cleaning returns; make a trip to the dump!
It's time again to demonstrate your neighborhood pride. Make your home — and
our community — more livable by taking advantage of this opportunity to get rid of
useless clutter in the garage, junk on the patio, trash around the yard... whatever
your mess, the City of Tukwila is proud to help its citizens make their neighbor-
hoods cleaner by providing a FREE COUPON for ONE TRIP to the dump!
Free disposal passes for Tukwila residents will be available May 10-21, at the City
Clerk's Office in City Hall. City residents may claim one pass per household, with
proof of residence (driver's license or recent utility bill with Tukwila address) AND
the coupon on the back of this Hazelnut newsletter. Between May 14-23, items
may be taken to the Bow Lake Transfer Station (18800 Orillia Road S., at S. 188th
and I-5). Dump pass for transfer station is applicable to privately -licensed vehicles
only (no contractor waste accepted). Regular restrictions apply regarding what the
transfer station will and will not accept. Disposal passes will be good for 1 load of
2 tons or less; residents will be billed charges for disposals in excess of that amount.
Don't forget to check out the Special Recycling Event on May 22 (see page 11).
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COUPON
Bring this coupon — with mailing label intact — to City Hall for your FREE
transfer station pass. This offer is for our RESIDENTIAL community only.
Coupon pick-up dates: May 10-21 only. Coupon in effect: May 14-23.
Print your name here:
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City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98188
POSTMASTER:
If named addressee
has moved, deliver
to current resident.
PRESORT STANDARD
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To help us correct addresses or eliminate duplicates, please call 206-433-1800.