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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-07 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 26 No. 30 iky' ,...•• 1908 0; 4.1 THE HAZELNUT A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities VOLUME 26, NUMBER 3 JULY 2005 4th of July and fireworks It's that time of year and the fire- works stands are beginning to "pop" up again — don't forget that it is illegal to "ignite, explode or discharge" fireworks or firecrackers within Tukwila city limits (without a special permit). Fireworks are prohibited in Tukwila as a result of concerns of Tukwila residents that included fire danger, injuries and the affects on animals. It is also illegal to manufacture, sell or store fireworks in the City (again, without a special permit). This includes those termed "safe - and -sane." Fireworks of any kind are strictly prohibited in the City of Tukwila. Enjoy a public fireworks display with your family — like the 4th of July at Fort Dent — and avoid the dangers and fines associ- ated with fireworks possession and discharge. Making our neighborhoods more attractive In an effort to improve the overall quality of life in Tukwila, the City Council and staff have recommended that the City's Code Enforcement Division focus more attention on cleaning up the trash and debris that has accumulated on some prop- erties in the City. Historically, the largest number of problems involve junk ve- hicles, trash and debris, unsafe buildings or work being done without the required permits, and illegal parking. These prob- lems, if ignored, usually become worse with time. As piles of trash and debris accumulate, so do the rodents. After a few years, that hulk vehicle in the yard becomes two or three. Not only does the property become a health hazard and an eyesore to the neighbors, but it can lower property values for everyone in the neighborhood. Property owners are responsible for keeping their property (including rental prop- erty) secured (if vacant), free of junk vehicles and debris, and cleared of weed over- growth. In some cases, it may be necessary to obtain help from family, neighbors or friends, or to locate a third party who can help take advantage of better weather and longer days to get rid of those materials, vehicles and other nuisances. Announcing "Proactive Code Enforcement" Beginning next year (2006), Code Enforcement staff will begin taking a proactive approach in addressing some (not all) nuisance code violations. Currently, Tuk- wila's Code Enforcement staff works on the basis of complaints from residents, City employees and others, by telephone, email or personal visits at the Building Department counter. Code Enforcement staff will drive through neighborhoods, looking for dangerous/ unsafe buildings; trash, debris and abandoned materials; junk vehicles; illegal park- ing on residential property; and graffiti. After identifying violations, a letter will be mailed to the property owner, explaining the problem, what needs to be done to bring the site into compliance, and providing a timeframe for compliance. The City's Code Enforcement office is very willing to work with property own- ers who, due to special circumstances, need assistance in bringing their property into compliance. They can provide the forms needed to give a property owner "temporary title" to junk vehicles so that it can be removed from private property. Our office can also provide information regarding recycling, and how to safely and legally get rid of non -working appliances. Neat and clean neighborhoods will have a very pos- itive impact on our City by reducing crime, main- taining property values, lowering turnover rates, jand achieving greater involvement/investment by our citizens. Everyone benefits! For more information, please call 206-431-3682. Tukwila City Council Actions: March -May 2005 March 2005 Held public hearing on appeal of Board of Architectural Review's decision ap- proving a retail project at the Winner's Restaurant site, and approved a resolu- tion affirming that decision. Approved fund transfer from Phase 2 of Cascade View Park to the Macadam Winter Garden. Approved Interlocal Agreement with Tukwila School District regarding pro- vision of human services. Approved contract with Altec Indus- tries, Inc., for purchase of 50 -foot aerial lift truck for use by Street Dept. Approved contract for new aerial pho- tos and updated GIS layers for use by Public Works and Community Devel- opment Depts., with GPS Surveying. Approved allocation of $30,000 to the Tukwila Community Schools Collabo- ration (TCSC) in order to extend the program to end of school year. Approved contract supplement for design of Tukwila International Blvd. Phase 3 (South 132nd Street to South 139th Street) with KPG, Inc. Approved resolution increasing greens fees at Foster Golf Links. Approved resolution authorizing a sole - source lease and option to purchase golf carts from Thermo -King Northwest. April 2005 Appointed David Haynes to position of Police Chief. Appointed Nancy Damon to Equity & Diversity Commission, Donna West and Dan Roche to Community Orient- ed Policing Citizens Advisory Board. Reappointed Anne -Marie Colton to the Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board (COPCAB) and Joanne McManus to the Parks Commission. Awarded contract for new stormwater pump station at Bicentennial Park and associated drainage improvements to Frank Coluccion Construction Co. Awarded contract for street & drainage improvements in Cascade View neigh- borhood to SCI Infrastructure, LLC. Associated actions included approval of Interlocal Agreements with Water District 125 and Val Vue Sewer Dis- trict to construct utility upgrades, and contract supplement for construction management services with KPG, Inc. Awarded contract for S 144th Street improvements (west of Tukwila Inter- national Blvd.) to Rodarte Construc- tion, Inc., and contract supplement for construction management services for this project with KPG, Inc. Held public hearing on seven street vacations to accommodate Sound Transit's light rail line. Held public hearing on and approved agreement for development of condo- minium project near Longacres Com- muter Rail station. Associated actions included approval of revision to zoning code to allow transit -oriented develop- ment housing near Longacres Station, and Property Exchange Agreement with Pacific Commercial Properties. Approved hearing examiner services in- terlocal agreement with City of Seattle. Approved contract supplements for con- struction management/inspection ser- vices/design modifications, for Strander Blvd. pipe replacement project. Approved reprioritization of two proj- ects to delay replacement of Southcen- ter Blvd. water main until 2007, and to fund a Southcenter Parkway water upgrade project in 2005. For up-to-date information about Council meetings/agendas/activities, visit our website: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us Reappointed Sharon Kidd & Mona Sul- livan to Human Services Advisory Bd. Approved resolution rejecting all bids submitted for Allentown/Foster Point Water & Sewer Improvement Projects because all bids were over budget. City will apply for additional Public Works Trust Fund loans to fund project. Approved ordinance vacating portion of Maule Ave. between S 143rd St. and S 143rd Place. Owner will donate to City a similar -sized parcel along Inter- urban Ave. S to facilitate improvements scheduled for Interurban Ave. May 2005 Approved resolution ratifying amend- ments to King County's Countywide Planning Policies including one des- ignating Tukwila Valley South area as Tukwila's Potential Annexation Area. Approved contract with Custom Secu- rity Systems for electronic security card access system in order to improve the safety and security of City employees. Approved 7 street vacation ordinances (for surplus property/unopened rights- of-way/stub ends of streets) related to Sound Transit's light rail project. Approved ordinance to vacate portion of 43rd Ave S & Squire St (near SR 599). Approved amendment for design of water service for Tukwila Valley South project to contract with David Evans. Approved resolution declaring emer- gency in response to erosion damage on 42nd Avenue South bridge. Approved consultant agreement with Cascade Land Conservancy for Phase 1 planning/fund raising/site develop- ment of Duwamish Riverbend Hill site. Approved contract for Municipal Court security officer with Securitas Security Services, USA, Inc. This could be your time to take an active roll in our City's government Filing for four Tukwila City Council po- sitions opens in July. Many good citi- zens explore ways they can take part in the workings of their local govern- ment. And now, the time for ultimate governmental participation grows near for those interested in serving their community by running for office. Elec- tion dates for 2005 are: Primary Election — September 20 General Election — November 8 Local elections Councilmembers serve a 4 -year term and attend four regularly scheduled City Council meetings per month. They also serve on sub -committees which meet twice monthly to deal with specific issues like transportation, utilities, parks and recreation, commu- nity affairs, financial matters, personnel Election 'HH CSS 0 policy issues, matters related 0 to police and fire protection and emer- gency services. Most Councilmembers serve on regional committees as well. To compensate for the time and effort required of effective government of- ficials, these Council positions will be paid $1,050 per month. Elected offi- cials also receive medical benefits. Would you like to serve? Candidate filing will be the week of July 25-29, 2005 from 8:30AM un- til 4:30PM in Room 553 of the King County Administration Building. Can- didates must be verified registered vot- ers in the City of Tukwila. All candi- dates are required to file a Declaration and Affidavit of Candidacy form, and to pay the filing fee of $126.00 at the time of filing. In addition, all candidates are required to file the Public Disclosure Commis- sion Financial Affairs Statement and ampaign Finance Reports within two weeks of becoming a candidate. (These forms are available from King County Records and Elections and can be picked up when you file your candi- dacy.) You become a candidate when you make a public announcement that you're a candidate, when you begin collecting or spending money for a campaign, when you contract for cam- paign goods or services, or when you file for office, whichever occurs first. If you're interested in filing, a detailed "how-to" information packet — includ- ing candidate guidelines and proce- dures, detailed election calendar and public disclosure information, is avail- able from the City Clerk's office in Tukwila City Hall. Call 206-433-1800. COUNCIL CORNER by Pamela Linder; Council President Out of curiosity, as I began to write this article, I picked up the May 1996 is- sue of the Hazelnut. Here we are nine years later, and I thought I'd highlight a couple of those articles and compare. On page 1, Mayor Wally Rants was an- nouncing the return of the ever -popular 'free dump pass'. As a councilmember I would hate to have to tell citizens we were not going have that amenity! It may be a small item to some, but most citizens really look forward to it. Nine years later it's still a great way to clean up our homes and our community! In 1996 the City offered a compost bin for $10. In 2004 we offered a com- post bin for the same $10 and added a worm bin for kitchen scraps for $10! We still think it's important to clean-up and green -up. On page four of the old issue, the Parks and Recreation Department was giving an update on construction progress for the "new community center". After opening in 1997, our award-win- ning center is truly a "community cen- ter" — well loved and very well used. Our dedicated staff at the center keeps up with the buzzing activity. There are classes and events for every age. Now that's what I call good visioning. Kudos to the council before me. The back page of the May 1996 Hazel- nut was introducing "a recently formed citizen -based group — The Highway 99 Action Committee". There is little comparison to that old highway. The crime rate has been dras- tically cut and a new name — Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Both of those changes were due in large part to this citizen's group and the Citizen's Patrol — dedicated cit- izens and business owners who clearly understood that they could make a dif- ference. They accepted the fact that even though they were not the cause of the problem, it was their responsibil- ity to help change it. This group still meets each month on the second Tuesday at 7:00PM at the Community Center. You're more than welcome to attend; if you do, you'll see why it's one of my favorite meetings. It's made up of energetic people shar- ing ideas and brainstorming about how to make Tukwila better for all of us. Check out the plaques in City Hall with the names of those members who are honored for `Making a Difference on 99' (now TIB). Hats off to the High- way 99 Action Committee! So in closing, just as it was in 1996, it is still important have `neighborhood pride' when we clean up our commu- nity, or show off our wonderful com- munity center to out of town guests. The most pride comes from accepting the responsibility that even though we didn't cause the problem, it is our indi- vidual responsibility to make Tukwila better for all of us. Council Message Line — 206-431-3652 Agenda Info Line — 206-431-3656 Email: Tukcounc@ci.tukwila.wa.us JULY2005 3 10 years of BBQ "thanks" Tukwila's Highway 99 Action Com- mittee, in partnership with the City of Tukwila and the Tukwila Police Department, will sponsor its: 10th Annual HIGHWAY 99 BARBECUE Saturday, August 20 I I:OOAM to 3:OOPM Larry's Market — 3725 S 144th St in SE corner of the parking lot This special event is free! The High- way 99 Action Committee and the Tukwila Police Department present this event as a thank -you to area neighbors, volunteers and local busi- nesses. The success of these yearly events is directly related to the strong community spirit in our City. For information about his free bar- becue, please contact event co-chair Art Rosengren at 206-248-0908. Tukwila Councilmember heads State association Councilmember Pam Carter was re- cently sworn in as the President of the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). AWC represents cities in rela- tionships with state and federal legisla- tors, shaping policies that either help or do not hurt cities like Tukwila. Ms. Carter has been active in AWC for several years, rising from her first elect- ed office as Secretary to Vice President, and in June, 2005 President. Pam also represents the City in the Puget Sound Regional Council trans- portation policy board, as vice chair to the South King County Transportation Board, the King County Regional Tran- sit Committee, the Foster High School Site Council, and as a substitute teach- er. Congratulations to Pam Carter on her election to a statewide office! 4 Cruise on over to Tukwila's 2nd Annual Car Show Saturday, August 20 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM Since our first car show celebrating the new look of Tukwila International Boule- vard was a success, we're doing it again! Last year, owners proudly displayed 15 vehicles ranging from a 1919 Model T farm truck to a 2001 Prius hybrid and even a couple of motorcycles. We're sure there are enough lovingly restored classic cars, trucks, muscle cars and souped -up imports hiding in garages all over Tukwila to fill a parking lot. Here's your chance to show them off! Buff those beautiful babies to a mirror shine and get ready to share them with an admiring throng. So after eating your fill at the Highway 99 Barbecue, stroll across the street and join us in the parking lot between Bartell's and Cascade View Park. And don't forget to cast your vote for the People's Choice Award. Best of all, registration is FREE. Registration forms will be available at the Tukwila Days Festival and on the City of Tukwila website under Special Notices. To regis- ter, or to volunteer your help, call Lucy at 206-433-1834. Summer street safety As the weather warms and kids get out more, they may be tempted to ride pocket bikes or scooters. Please re- member that pocket bikes (low profile, usually under 30" in height) are ille- gal in Tukwila. They can be ridden on private property only with the owner's permission. They are not to be used on any public street, sidewalk or trail. Scooters (two 10" wheels and internal combustion or electric engine) are ei- ther sat or stood upon. Operators must be at least 16 years old, must wear a helmet, and can only ride on roads with speed limits of 25 mph or less. They cannot ride after dark, nor ride in parks, on trails or sidewalks. If these rules are followed, we'll have less chance of a tragedy from a car hit- ting a low bike they cannot see. Immigrant stories Tukwila's Equity and Diversity Com- mission is looking for stories of im- migrants who have come to Tukwila. We're looking for the story of your eth- nic cultural heritage, how you came to be here, and what you think is im- portant to preserve about your culture. How does it add to the community, and does the community affect your ethic and cultural heritage practices? We can help write the paper if you need help. We're very interested in hearing from our citizens. Can you help refer us to immigrants? Do you yourself have story? Tell us, we're eager to hear it! Email llauterbach@ci.tukwila.wa.us or call Lucy at 206-433-1834. Note: Citizenship classes sponsored by the Equity and Diversity Commission are continuing. Call Lucy:: 206-433-1834. THE HAZELNUT O@»ra1fljj 4momom FOURTH OF JULY EVENT 4:00-1 1:00PM Sponsors: NC Power Systems, Tukwila Self Storage, Westfield Southcenter Come and enjoy this fabulous family event that kicks off the annual Tukwila Days Community Festival! Kids activities begin at 4:00PM and include inflatable bouncers, slides, a climbing wall and miniature golf. You'll see roving clowns, face painters and stilt walkers, too. Bring your picnic with you, or purchase a tasty treat from one of the food vendors. Don't miss our GREAT, FREE stage entertainment: 5:30PM — Author Unknown 7:00PM — Little Bill & The Blue Notes 8:30PM — The Dana Osborn Band The Fireworks show starts at 10:00PM (sharp!). Parking is limited, so be sure to get to Fort Dent early. For information, please call Tracy at the Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822. A heartfelt "thank you" to our sponsors! • 4Culture ✓ Boeing Employees Credit Union ✓ King County Credit Union ✓ NC Power Systems ✓ Tukwila Arts Commission ✓ Tukwila Self Storage ✓ Westfield Southcenter 4 1305w C U LT U R E Your Financial Cooperative RING COUNTY LODGING lAM TUKWILA DAYS 2005 Events.. _,_4..• Schedule 1 SPORTS FOR HUNGER VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY AT THE TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER 6:OOPM Sponsor: Boeing Employees Credit Union This double -elimination non -spiking tournament will take place at the Tukwila Community Center starting at 6:OOPM. Tournament is limited to the first eight teams. Cost is five cans of food per player. For information and registration, call Dave Johnson at 206-768-2822. Thursda ul 7 WATER CARNIVAL AT TUKWILA CITY POOL 2:00-4:OOPM oin the staff at the Tukwila City Pool for an afternoon of fun and games! This event is FREE, but canned food will be collected at the door for the Tukwila Food Pantry. For more information please call the pool at 206-267-2350. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT TUKWILA CITY POOL 7:00-9:OOPM Bring the family to Tukwila City Pool for swimming and movies!! This event is FREE, but canned food will be col- lected at the door for the Tukwila Food Pantry. For more information, please call the pool at 206-267-2350. Frida ul 8 Saturd • TUKWILA DAYS COI AT THE TUKWILA C Music, art, food, and fun will be a part of this year's festival held at the Tukwila Community Center, July 9th. This festival offers something for everyone, so bring your friends Band family and join the fun. There will be plenty of food, games, music, entertainment, arts & crafts, vendor booths, special kid's day activities, and more! Admission and most activities are FREE! PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8:00—IO:OOAM Support the Tukwila Sister Cities Committee by purchas- ing your breakfast at the annual Tukwila Days Sister Cities Pancake Breakfast. Breakfast service begins at 8:OOAm in the TCC Social Hall. KIDS PARADE, I0:OOAM Sponsor: Westfield Southcenter This year's parade is a KIDS ONLY parade. We are chang- ing the parade route and inviting youth organizations, local kids and pets to join in the 2005 Tukwila Kids Parade. The parade is a great opportunity to participate in the annual Community Festival and show your Tukwila pride. For parade information and registration, please call Tammy at 206-768-2822. ART SHOW, IO:OOAM-3:OOPM Sponsor: Tukwila Arts Commission Come appreciate all the wonderful art entries submitted for this year's show, on display in the Banquet Room at the Tukwila Community Center. This is a great opportunity to see some fine work from local artists. Purchases may be made directly with the artists. To be added to our mailing list or to receive an entry form or further information, please call 206-768-2822. Entry forms are also available on the City's website: http:// ci.tukwila.wa.us. 9TH ANNUAL ARTS SHOW AND COMPETITION In conjunction with Tukwila Days, the Tukwila Arts Commission is proud to present its 9th Annual Art Show and Competition. This event highlights and displays original artwork created by local artists. Entry categories include oil painting, watermedia and graphics (i.e.: drawing, printmaking and mtxmedia). Final determination of judging category is left to the discretion of the Arts Commission. First, second and third place prizes will be awarded in each category. All entrants are requested to attend an invitation only pre -view reception on the evening of Friday, July 8. Visit us online at wwwtukwila.wa.us to print an informational brochure. y, July 9 IMUNITY FESTIVAL )MMUNITY CENTER ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE Sponsor: 4Culture & Tukwila Arts Commission KIDS STAGE, I0:30AM-3:OOPM Sponsor: Boeing Employees Credit Union 10:30AM Buck & Elizabeth 11:30AM Flying Kazoo Brothers 12:30PM Eric Haines 1:30PM Flying Kazoo Brother 2:30PM Buck & Elizabeth Wednesday, July 13 FAMILY STAGE, I0:30AM-3:OOPM Sponsor: Tukwila Self Storage 10:30AM Olympic Marimba Band 12:00PM Stephanie Michals (Nashville recording artist) THE FUN ZONE, II:OOAM-3:OOPM Sponsor: King County Credit Unio Kids and families won't want to miss the action in The Fun Zone! Attractions include 9 -hole miniature golf, inflatable bouncers, slide and climbing wall, face painters, roving clowns and special Kids Stage entertainment. CHALK IT UP! NOON-2:OOPM Sponsor: Boeing Employees Credit Union Attention all young artists! Come and create a masterpiece on the sidewalks of the Tukwila Community Center at our third annual Chalk Art Contest, located by the Fun Zone. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 spaces in each age category. Space is limited to the first 45 participants. Pre -registration is recom- mended, but not required. Register at the TCC front counter or call 206-768-2822 for information. Tukwila Community Center 206-768-2822 Tukwila City Pool 206-267-2350 Tukwila's Foster Golf Links 206-242-422 MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES CASCADE VIEW COMMUNITY PARK 6:30-7:30PM Sponsors: 4Culture & Tukwila Arts Commission Join us for our first concert of the summer season featuring the Juliet Wyers. For more information call Kirstin at the Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822. Check out the complete concert schedule online at www.ci.tukwila. wa.us. Friday, July 15 & Saturday, July 16 COMMUNITY ACTORS' SUMMER THEATRE IN TUKWILA (CASTT) PERFORMANCES The performances will be held at the Foster Performing Arts Center at 7:00PM on Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16. Featuring elementary/middle school, high school and adult casts, CASTT members will perform three 1 -act plays: "Twodunit", "Cafe Murder", and "Murder at the Banquet." Admission is free but canned food will be collected at the door for the Tukwila Food Pantry. Saturday, July 16 & Sunday, July 17 COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE For information about this annual weekend event, call Rebecca Fox at 206-433-7178. 411111411 Pmqj Celebrating Summertime! Public Works Dept. Citrus Long -Horned Beetle update It has been over 3-12 years since the Washington State De- partment of Agriculture (WSDA) imposed a quarantine in Tukwila to prevent the movement of host trees and plant material that could be infested with the Citrus Long -horned Beetle out of the quarantine zone. To date, WSDA survey crews have found no signs of infestation. The quarantine will continue at least through the end of this year. Sometime in January 2006, WSDA will determine whether the quarantine will be lifted. WSDA crews will con- tinue to survey trees and conduct Chipper Days (every third Saturday at Foster High School, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM). If you have any questions, please call 206-433-0179. Underground utility update In the earlier part of this year, a gas leak occurred around S 144th Street & 56th Avenue S. The smell of rotten eggs reached a local homeowner who called Puget Sound Ener- gy's 24 Hour Emergency Service at 1-888-225-5773. PSE adds mercaptan — a harmless odorant that smells like rotten eggs — to natural gas so that you can smell it. If you suspect a natural gas leak by the smell, call PSE immediately. Fast action resulted in no injuries or damage, and the leak was identified and repairs began immediately. The repair of the gas leak included a new gas main from 53rd Avenue South within South 144th Street east to 56th Avenue South. The next phase is overlay of the impacted streets. Big changes by Southcenter The Klickitat Drive/Southcenter Parkway Urban Center Ac- cess project will provide improvements at that intersection and on Southcenter Parkway from south of Strander Boule- vard to the mall entrance. The City of Tukwila has selected a consultant to begin preliminary design, which will improve safety, traffic flow and access in Tukwila's Urban Center. The preliminary design phase will be completed by January 2006. The project is expected to be constructed by 2010. Pow 8 Artist's Concept Trimming the grass City crews have started mowing operations earlier than normal this year because of the warm spring weather. All areas have been mowed where there are safety concerns. The mowing is continuing in all other locations to maintain and beautify the roadsides. Typically the City mows all street right-of-ways at least twice a year. Of the 200 lane miles, approximately 60% consist of grass -covered shoulders and ditch -lined corridors requiring city maintenance throughout the growing season. The green John Deere mowers will be working in your area regularly throughout the spring and summer, so please be cautious as you drive by. Sewer project delayed Planned water, sewer and drainage improvements in the Al- lentown Phase II and Foster Point neighborhoods have been delayed one year due to budget restrictions. The project was put out to bid in October 2004 and again in March 2005, and both results came in substantially higher than the budget. The City has submitted for an additional loan of $2,850,000 from the State's Public Works Trust Fund Board, bringing the City's loan total to $8,550,000 for the estimated construc- tion costs of $9 million. For additional information about this project, please contact Mike Cusick at 206-431-2441. 42nd Avenue South Bridge repair An emergency was recently declared and King County Flood Control District provided temporary repairs to the 42nd Av- enue South Bridge near the Tukwila Community Center. Permanent repairs — which could include extending the ex- isting sheet pile wall — will occur later this summer, and will reduce the two-lane two-way traffic to one lane and one- way traffic control for several weeks during construction. For more information, please call Tukwila Public Works at 206-433-0179. 2005 Overlay Program The City's Annual Overlay and Repair Program is designed to rehabilitate roadway surfaces throughout the City. Favorable bid results were received on May 18, so this year's project should be awarded in June to Western Asphalt Inc., in the amount of $635,847.09. Construction will begin in July and completion is anticipated by the end of September. The loca- tions of roadway resurfacing work are: • S 164th St (Military Rd to 51st Ave S) 4. Macadam Rd (S 144th St to S 150th St) • 49th Avenue South (S 164th St to N cul-de-sac) 5. South - center Blvd (61st Ave S to 66th Ave S) • Macadam Rd S (S 128th St to S 133rd St) 6. S 124th St (42nd Ave S to 48th Ave S) THE HAZELNUT National Night Out returns Join us for National Night Out 2005! Tukwila neighborhoods are invited to participate in the National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime celebration on TUESDAY, AUGUST 2. The purpose of NNO is to bring the community — neighbors, public safety workers and your elected officials — together in a united effort to prevent crime. Most neighborhood get-togethers start after 4:30PM. Neighbors plan barbe- cues, dinner & dessert potlucks, wa- termelon feasts, international potlucks, and ice cream or pizza parties. What- ever you choose, turn on outside lights and spend a fun evening outdoors meeting new neighbors or getting re- acquainted with old ones. The get-togethers also offer the oppor- tunity to meet and talk to a variety of Tukwila officials, including members of the Police and Fire Departments, City Council, City administration, Police Explorers, Traffic Volunteers and the Community Policing Citizen Advisory Board. A number of these City repre- sentatives will visit every listed NNO gathering. Arrange your party with your neigh- bors, then sign up on our list of events for us to visit: call Robbie at 206-242- 8084; fax the Crime Prevention Office at 206-242-8410; or email Robbie at rburns@ci.tukwila.wa.us, with the time, place and nature of your event. Just organize it and we will come! Last year, 24 Tukwila neighborhoods and apartment communities planned events. We encourage you to plan an event with your neighbors and help make Tukwila's 2005 NNO an even bigger celebration of community con- nections! 0 Tukwila International Farmers' Market Wednesdays from 3:00-7:OOPM 14300 Tukwila International Blvd At the intersection of Tukwila International Boulevard and S 144th (across from Larry's Market) Starting the last Wednesday in July and running through August Come to the ribbon cutting July 27.E Come shop for local produce and unique, tasty foods, then walk to the "Music in the Park" concerts at 6:30PM at Cascade View Community Park! For more information, please contact Derek Speck at 206-433-1832 or email dspeck@ci.tukwila.wa.us. Macadam Winter Garden receives $15,000 grant A partnership between the Tukwila Children's Foundation, several local Starbucks stores, and Tukwila Parks & Recreation was successful in securing a $15,000 grant for the development of Macadam Winter Garden. Earlier this year, application was made to the Starbucks Neighborhood Parks Pro- gram for the new Macadam Winter Garden project. After grant submission and review, the Park was chosen as a finalist in the Starbucks grant program, and a site visit was conducted with the local applicants and company representatives. On June 4 the $15,000 grant was officially awarded to the Macadam Winter Gar- den project, along with 29 other recipients throughout King, Pierce and Snohom- ish Counties. Congratulations to each partner, whose hard work and dedication to improving our community has shone through once again! Sth annual Backyard Wildlife Fair Despite predictions of rain, warm weather and blue skies prevailed on Saturday, May 14 to provide a glorious backdrop for the 5th Annual Backyard Wildlife Fair. More than 1,500 gardeners, birders, nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers con- vened at the Tukwila Community Center for a full day of free festivities. Highlighted by Tukwila school children marching (and unicycling!) in the Pro- cession of the Species Parade, the Fair featured workshops and other activities designed to educate and inspire people to welcome wildlife — such as birds, but- terflies, and other flora and fauna — into their yards, gardens and communities. Gardening devotee and Tukwila City Councilmember Pam Linder calls the Fair "a genuinely unique celebration that you won't find anywhere else on the planet." The 2005 Backyard Wildlife Fair was made possible by the generous sponsorship of the City of Tukwila. Additional support was provided by Northwest Prime Time, National Wildlife Federation, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Port of Seattle, Puget Sound Energy, King Conservation District, Segale Properties, Sabey Corporation, and Tukwila True Value Hardware. JULY2005 9 cltlfnat's }u,() int enuices The challenge of parenting teens Raising teens can be a challenging proposition. You think something is "off" but you can't quite put your finger on it, unsure how to start a conversation with your teen about substance abuse, depression or dating violence. Whether you are dealing with a range of issues from an out -of -control defiant teen, an eating disorder, or tobacco, alcohol or drug use, there are resources available for both parents and teens. Parents concerned about violent, abusive, uncontrollable or defiant teens have access to a support group in South King County: CHANGES Parent Support Network. CHANGES empowers parents and their families experiencing destruc- tive out -of -control behavior by facilitating constructive change through self-help, education and peer support. For more information, call 1-888-468-2620 for information and a location nearest you. Or visit them at www cpsn.org. The Crisis Clinic 206-461-3222 or toll free 1-866-4CRISIS (427-4747) is another resource for parents who are con- cerned about their teens, but don't know where to go for help. The 24-hour Crisis Line provides referrals on every- thing from mental and physical health, to issues parents may be facing, such as financial issues. Resources can be also be obtained on line at wwwcrisisclinic.org Resources for teens available by phone Teen Link (a program of the Crisis Clinic) is a confidential, non -judgmental telephone help line staffed by supervised teens every evening from 6:00 to 10:00PM. Teen volunteers receive hours of training to offer support and information on a variety of topics, including teen suicide, dating and domes- tic violence, depression, relationships, drug and alcohol use, eating disorders, health concerns, employment and job train- ing and leadership and volunteer opportunities. No issue is too big or too small. Call 206-461-4922 or toll-free 1-866-833-6546. See you at Tukwila Days The Office of Human Services along with several city con- tracted non-profit agencies will again be participating in the Tukwila Days festival at the Community Center on July 9. Some providers planning to attend include the Pregnancy Aid, Senior Services of King County, The Way Back Inn, Highline Hospital, Domestic Abuse Women's Network, Cri- sis Clinic, and the Tukwila Pantry. Staff from the Office of Human Services will also be on hand to share their exper- tise. Please stop by our booths and see the wide range of services available to Tukwila residents! 10 Human Services Office Evie — 206-433-7180 Stacy — 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 Survey will provide input Your voice is important! Help us understand your perspec- tives on Tukwila. A brief survey — available in English and Spanish — will inform us of your views on housing, employ- ment and community image. Surveys are available at City Hall, the Community Center, Foster Library, and the Office of Human Services. Self-addressed stamped envelopes are attached making the survey easier to return. The Survey is also located on the City's website under "Special Notices". Responses to the survey will be included in the 2005 Human Services Plan Update. Started in early 2005, the purpose of the update is to offer the Office of Human Services strategic direction for the next several years. In addition to continue offering human service programs, City staff seek to understand those priorities and areas that contribute to creating a healthier, more vibrant Tukwila for all who live within the city. To date, several groups of stakeholders have been surveyed for their perspec- tives, including the Tukwila School District, human service providers, representatives of the faith community, and repre- sentatives of the top three foreign language groups. Results of the community assessment will be available to City and School planners, as well as those non-profit organiza- tions that seek to make a difference in the community. Minor home repair returns to Tukwila Low- and moderate -income homeowners can once again re- ceive help with minor home repair needs. A Tukwila -based agency, HomeTask.com Handyman Services, will assist you with your minor repair jobs. Residents will qualify by income and are required to have owned their home for a year. This year, services will be provided free to the resident. Health and safety needs will be prioritized. However, all non -cos- metic jobs will be considered. In order to make the program available to as many as possible, there will be a cap to the dollar value of repairs for which residents will qualify. Funded by federal Community Development Block Grant funds, these funds are slated for significant cuts in 2006, thus it is possible that this program may only last for one year. To access the program, call the Human Services Office at 206-433-7180. A few questions will be asked regarding in- come and ethnic background. This data, kept confidential, is required by the funding source Housing and Urban Develop- ment. Once qualified, you will be referred to the program. All contractors are licensed and bonded. If you have any questions, please call Evie, Human Services Manager, at 206-433-7180. THE HAZELNUT RESOURCE T UKWI LA 12th Annual Community Garage Sale returns on July 16 and 17, 2005 It's Garage Sale time, happening on the last weekend of Tukwila Days! Plan to recycle items, meet neighbors, tidy up your attic or basement, shop for bargains and perhaps make some cash! Many yard sales in Tukwila on the same day is bound to draw lots of shoppers to YOUR sale... and/ or give you lots to buy! We hope you'll join in the fun. What will l do to hold a sale? • Plan to have a garage sale at your home on July 16 and 17, 2005. • Tell the City before July 1 that you'll be holding a sale on these days. • Hold your sale — make money — and have fun! What will the City provide? • A list of all sale locations placed in a local newspaper, on the City's website and other places (see below). • A bright yellow "Tukwila Community Garage Sale" sign to mark your home. How do 1 sign up? It's easy! Just give us your NAME, MAILING ADDRESS (with zip), ADDRESS of garage sale and PHONE NUMBER (so we can contact you if needed) before JULY 1. There are several ways to register: • Directly on Tukwila's website at www ci.tukwila. wa.us/yardsale.htm (or through the "Special Notices" section on the City's home page); or • By calling the garage sale line at 206-433-7178; or • Via e-mail to rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us; or • By mailing a note to Rebecca Fox, City of Tukwila, 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188. Don't want to hold a sale, just want to shop! How do 1 find out where to go? • After July 14, a list of sale locations will be available during hours of operation at City Hall, Foster and Tukwila libraries, and Tukwila Community Center. • Sale addresses will also be posted on the City of Tuk- wila's website: http://www ci.tukwila.wa.us. • Sale sites will also be listed in a "garage sale" ad in the King County Journal on Friday, July 15. • Or you can just drive around Tukwila's neighborhoods on July 16 and 17 looking for the bright yellow signs. REPORTER W A��`� N� Household Hazardous Wastemobile returns to Tukwila WHEN• July 29, 30 & 31 — 10:OOAm to 5:OOPm WHERE: ..Foster High School, 4242 S. 144th St., Tukwila (enter site from rear of school) MORE INFO: wwwmetrokc.gov.hazwaste/wastemobile or call 206-296-4682 Hints for taking care of the environment Washington State's Department of Ecology has added n Enviro-Tips section to its website, offering easy ways to protect or improve our everyday surroundings. Some of the tips save resources, and some of them save money — but all of them protect and enhance the environment. Tips are arranged by season and location, and include ideas for home, work or play. For example, summer tips feature many ways to conserve water, while fall tips include point- ers on chipping and composting. Spring tips address hazard - us cleaning products and chemical fertilizers or herbicides; inter tips focus on gift wrapping, home heating and holi- day trees, among other topics. Each activity is prefaced with an explanation of its effect on the environment or human health. Links to additional resources around the state provide more specific guidance and locations. Ecology's Web site: www.ecy.wa.gov (click on EnviroTips in the righthand column) Recycle your cell phone for Special Olympics Recycling your old or outdated, working or non -working cell phone can help Special Olympics provide sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabili- ties — the largest disability population in the world. This spe- cial program will run through January 31, 2006. All donated phones will earn money for the Special Olympics! Clearly marked donation boxes are located at City Hall — across from the front counter — and at the Tukwila Commu- nity Center. Bring in your phone during regular office hours and help make it possible for Special Olympics athletes to train and compete in their sport. Want more information about recycling or composting in Tukwila? Contact Recycling Coordinator Rebecca Fox at 206-431-3683, or send an email to rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us July 2005 11 CITY DIRECTORY TUKWILA CITY HALL 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am--5::OOpm Telephone: 206-433-1800 Fax number: 206-433-1833 TTY number: 206-248-2933 Website: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us E-mail:: tukwila@ci.tukwila.wa.us TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Joe H Duffle (beeper #) 206-994-7229 Joan Hernandez 206-248-0260 Pam Carter 206-244-0558 Jim Haggerton 206-244-7846 Pamela Linder, Pres. 206-439-2473 Dennis Robertson 206-242-6373 Dave Fenton 206-246-4980 Lucy Lauterbach, Analyst 206-433-1834 Council Message Line 206-431-3652 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 7:OOPM in Council Chambers Regular Meetings lst/3rd Mondays Work Meetings 2nd/4th Mondays Agenda Info Line 206-431-3656 CITY OFFICES Mayor Steve Mullet 206-433-1805 Rhonda Berry, City Admin 206-433-1851 Municipal Court 206-433-1840 Human Services 206-433-7180 Economic Development 206-433-1832 Tourism/Marketing 206-575-2489 Finance Department Kevin Fuhrer, Director 206-433-1838 Fire Department Nick Olivas, Chief 206-575-4404 Dept. of Community Development Steven Lancaster, Director206-431-3670 Code Enforcement 206-431-3682 Parks/Recreation Department Bruce Fletcher, Director 206-767-2342 Police Department David Haynes, Chief 206-433-1808 Public Works Department Jim Morrow, Director 206-433-0179 Dept. of Administrative Services VikiJessop, Director 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 Sound Transit excavates back into Tukwila's past Construction for the light rail project recently transported us back in time — when the Duwamish River was teeming with fish and animals roamed freely throughout the Puget Sound area — a time inhabited by a local population of people who spoke the language known as `La -SHOOT -seed'. The recent excavation at East Marginal and South 115th Street on the northeast bank of the Duwamish Rivet; known historically as the Carosino farm, produced some indigenous artifacts. The planned installation of a support column for the guideway of the light rail uncovered a layer of black sand, wood, and animal bones. Under subsequent investiga- tion, authorities identi- fied the site as a poten- tial Native American encampment. Earlier this year and until the end of April, archaeolo- gists and students carefully combed the site with steel scrapers and little whisk brooms to unearth treasures from the past. Every lump of sand was then carried off in white buckets to the rinse station, where the particles were sifted through a series of three different screens of different sized mesh. The extreme blackness of the sand is indicative of years with roasting fires for cooking and drying fish. Items discovered included the bones of fish, small mam- mals, and some evidence of elk. Also found were two arrowheads and a host of similar irregularly-shaped tools known as scrapers. The scrapers are quite signifi- cant among the both Puget and the coastal Salish tribes, and have been shown to date back several thousand years prior to the white man. The scrapers enabled the Duwamish women to prepare bear grass and cedar bark for weaving baskets. Baskets in Puget Sound were not only functional but considered a fine art as each family clan applied a unique style. The site is exceptionally significant as families ventured out of their winter vil- lages in springtime down river to obtain fish. It is also very near the mythically important Grandmother's Hill and another hill which legend says was the home of Mountain Beaver Woman. In the coming months more will be known as to the time of indigenous occupation and the usage of tools by way of forensic analysis. THE HAZELNUT City of Tukwila 6200 Southcenter Blvd. Tukwila, WA 98188 Postmaster: If named addressee has moved, deliver to current resident. PRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO. 12698 To help us correct addresses or eliminate duplicates, please call 206-433-1800.