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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-09 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 26 No. 4THE HAZELNUT A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities VOLUME 26, NUMBER 4 SEPTEMBER 2005 Tukwila International Farmers' Market extended through September! Enjoy the last days of summer at the Tukwila International Farmers' Market. Providing a unique opportunity to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and handcrafts, the Market has been extended through September. Located on the corner of 144th Street and Tukwila International Boulevard, it is open every Wednesday from 3:00-7:00PM. Continuing its push for revitalization and economic development, the Market was started as a six-week pilot project. "The City of Tukwila is proud to bring fresh produce in a festive atmosphere to our citizens," said Mayor Steve Mullet. "This is a fun way to attract customers to the neighborhood and build community pride." The Market has held steady with over 20 vendors weekly. Each week, new produce appears — lemon basil, sweet corn, mint, dif- ferent lettuces, Asian greens, donut peaches and pluots, to name a few. Fresh flowers are sold in beautiful bouquets for just $5. Not only is fresh produce sold but so are items that are ready -to -eat. Vendors, as well as custom- ers, have come to depend on the Pad Thai and chicken skewers dished up by one of the local Thai restaurants, Bahn Lao Thai. As a fundraiser, Tukwila's Sister Cities and the Tukwila Children's Foundation are selling buttery corn on the cob. For dessert, A Taste of Eden, a family-owned and operated bakery from Port Orchard, serves delicious brownies, cinnamon rolls, scones and cookies and a variety of sweet breads. Handmade jewelry, painted pottery and woodcrafts are also available each week. Some talented Tukwila residents have stepped forward to display their wares at the Market, too. Kathy Stetson makes beautiful jewelry; Signa Anderson paints on pottery and stepping stones; Ray Ellison makes an assortment of woodcrafts. INFO: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/FM/farmersmarket.htm. Come and get fresh produce, handcrafts and, best of all, beautiful $5 flower bouquets! Tukwila City Council Actions: June -August 2005 JUNE Appointed Scott Kruize to Parks Com- mission. Held public hearing on/approved Un- classified Use Permit for construction and operation of sewer lift station in Foster Point neighborhood. Approved resolution adopting rules of procedure to be used by Hearing Ex- aminer. Approved fireworks permit for Family Fourth at the Fort fireworks display. Appointed Mike Easter to Sister Cities Committee. Awarded contract supplement to W&H Pacific, Inc., for 2005 Overlay Program construction management services. Held public hearing on/adopted a Six - Year Transportation Improvement Pro- gram listing road projects which may compete for grant funding. Approved resolution establishing Com- munity Pride Award to recognize indi- viduals for exceptional upkeep of their houses and yards. Awarded overlay and repairs contract with Western Asphalt, Inc., for por- tions of 42nd Avenue S, S 164th Street, 49th Avenue S, Macadam Road S, and Southcenter Boulevard. JULY Held public hearing on/approved ordi- nance extending for six months a mor- atorium on certain land divisions and development activities near Longacres Station. Approved contract amendment with Commercial Development Solutions extending term through Nov. 2005, for professional services related to Tukwila Valley South annexation. 2 Approved conceptual design for Inter- urban Avenue S (S. 143rd to Fort Dent Way) to include landscaped center me- dian and sidewalks on both sides. Approved resolution adopting National Incident Management System, as re- quired by Department of Homeland Security. Approved Interlocal Agreement with King County to implement new com- petitive process for distribution of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Awarded engineering design services contract to Siemens, for Urban Center Signal Interconnect Project to update traffic signal system using fiber optic cable. Approved resolution rejecting all bids for Minkler Shop re -roofing project since bid received was well over bud- geted amount. Awarded GIS inventory contract to Perteet Engineering, Inc., for mapping infrastructure of Thorndyke neighbor- hood. Held public hearing on/approved or- dinance amending sign code to allow video scoreboards in a stadium, score- boards at sports fields, and temporary banners at museums AUGUST Reappointed Joan Hernandez, Falicia Green, Jonathan Joseph, Adrian Laigo, Verna Griffin, and Byron Saunders, and appointed Emma Mercado to Equity & Diversity Commission. Approved Police Department organiza- tional restructure to better match job titles with duties performed. Police Lieutenants will be Police Command- ers; Captains will be Assistant Chiefs. Approved contract with Long Painting Co., to paint City of Tukwila Pool. Approved new lease for the Neighbor- hood Resource Center with Timothy O'Brien. Approved Interlocal Agreement with King County for signal operations in the South 178th corridor (Trans -Valley Intelligent Transportation System). Held public hearing on/approved Zon- ing Code amendments, which clarify and update provisions defining manu- factured housing, lot, site and use, and which disallow residential plats in com- mercial zones. Held public hearing on/approved Zon- ing Code amendments, which set out new design standards for single-family houses and allow manufactured hous- ing that meets certain standards. Approved ordinance granting a non- exclusive franchise for wireless broad- band Internet service with Clearwire Communications. Held public hearing to consider con- demnation of property for construction of Southcenter Parkway, South 178th Street, and stormwater detention pond. Approved resolution agreeing to begin property acquisition process for im- provement of Southcenter Parkway in its existing alignment within City lim- its. Acquisition process will not begin until Tukwila Valley South annexation is complete and a development agree- ment is signed by both parties. Held public hearing on/approved amendment to agreement with Pacific Commercial Properties for develop- ment of condominium project near Longacres Commuter Rail station. For up-to-date information about Council meetings/agendas/activities, visit our website: http://www.eLtukwila.wa.us THE HAZELNUT Visitor from our Sister City Tukwila has a sister city in Ikawa, Japan. Recently Yu Saka- moto, one of the Ikawa city government workers came to Tukwila for three months to learn how our city works. He is working in various departments around the city to get a sense of Tukwila government. For those of you who have visited the Tukwila Farmer's Market you may have seen the Sister City Committee sell- ing corn on the cob. The purpose of the sales was to help fund the next visit of Ikawa when they come to Tukwila. The Sister City Committee works to facilitate understand- ing and exchanges between citizens of Ikawa and Tukwila. Recent trips to Ikawa have involved both adults and junior and senior high school students. The Committee plans exchanges, works with students, and raises funds for both hosting visitors and for helping defray youth travel costs when we visit Japan. For anyone interested in following the Sister City Com- mittee, call Lucy Lauterbach at 206-433-1834, or email konichiwa2003C yahoo. com. Planning for a healthy watershed Remember that muddy of river that no one thought would amount to anything? Well, after five years of extensive sci- entific study, the Duwamish River has been identified as the most critical habitat for the recovery of Chinook salmon in the Green Duwamish Watershed (WRIA 9). Scientists have determined that the estuary -like habitat on the lower Duwamish and the salt wedge from Boeing to Fort Dent are absolutely critical to the life cycle of juvenile salmon as they migrate to the sea. Over the next ten years, all of the Puget Sound Watershed Forums, including our Green/Duwamish, will be focusing on improving fish habitat in our rivers and streams. Each Forum was responsible for creating a plan and many of those plans are now in the process of being ratified by their local jurisdictions. Tukwila will begin the ratification process for our WRIA 9 Plan very soon. The return of the salmon is important to all of us as it reflects the health of our river envi- ronment and much more. We need to make our watershed once again "Fit for a King (Salmon)." The plan recommends policies and programs addressing land use, stormwater management, and citizen stewardship. It also summarizes the considerable benefits that people can expect from cleaner water and improved watershed ecosys- tem services such as flood protection and recreational oppor- tunities.You can check out our plan at http://dnr.metrokc. gov/wrias/9/index.htm. Coming soon... Proactive Code Enforcement Tukwila residents and citizens are reminded that beginning January 1, 2006, Code Enforcement staff will be taking a proactive approach in addressing some nuisance code viola- tions. Staff will drive through neighborhoods, looking for dangerous/unsafe buildings; trash, debris and abandoned materials; junk vehicles; illegal parking on residential prop- erty; 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 time- frame for completion. Property owners are responsible for keeping their property (including rental property) secured, free of junk vehicles and debris, and cleared of weed overgrowth. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the nice end -of -summer weather and get rid of those junk vehicles, piles of debris, and other rubbish in and around their property. The City's Code Enforcement office is very willing to work with property owners who need additional time or assis- tance. For more information, please call 206-431-3682. Shiny vehicles strut their stuff at car show Tukwila's Second Annual Car Show was a resounding suc- cess; even the weather cooperated with blue skies and sun- shine. This year 25 vehicles lined up for all to admire. There was something for everyone's taste, with proud owners dis- playing entries ranging from a 1927 Ford Roadster to a snaz- zy 2001 Prowler with trailer. Those who attended got in the act by casting their votes for the People's Choice Awards. This year's winner of Best of Show was Bud Naden's 1967 Chevy Chevelle SS 396. The Best Car went to Dennis Pet - tit's 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback, and Best Truck was Ted and Diane Myers' 1986 Mercedes Benz Unimog. Michael West won Best Motorcycle for his 1970 Triumph TR6. Con- gratulations to our winners and thanks to all who entered. SEPTEMBER 2005 3 Parks 6 Recreation Tukwila's Fall activities Do you need something to keep you busy and energize you, join one of our fitness class or sports leagues? Tukwila Parks & Recreation has something to offer everyone. For more information, visit us online: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us — go to Parks & Recreation and click on brochure, or call the Community Center @ 206-768-2822. Five local teens attend leadership camp Freshmen and sophomores from Foster High School were offered an opportunity — by the Tukwila Children's Foundation and Mr. Maui Asgedon's HAT Foundation — to attend the National Youth Leadership Council's Leadership Camp in Minnesota. They were asked to write an essay about how they would benefit from attending a leadership training camp, what challenges they see facing our community, and how they would address them. Some of the reasons cited in the well-written essays for wanting to attend camp were to "sharpen leadership skills to help people in my community," "gain important, valuable knowledge about what it takes to become a great leader," "help boost my confidence to be more open, instead of being shy," "reach my potential and to feel that I have a pur- pose, " and "learn skills to help promote respect in my community." Challenges identified for youth in our community included access to drugs, smoking, dropping out of school, insufficient funds directed for youth programs, and not enough to do in Tukwila. The Tukwila Children's Foundation selected five essays; Foster High School students Lizbett Benge, Sarah Greenlee, Ruth Gaim, Elsa Ogbe and Yonas Woldemichael attended the National Youth Leadership Council Camp. On Saturday, July 16, they flew into the Minneapolis/ St. Paul airport, then travelled 90 miles north to the Audubon Center of the North Woods in Sandstone, Minnesota. Along with 90 other youth from 16 different states, the Tukwila teens were engaged in a wide range of activities — rock climbing, canoeing, stimulating seminars, small -group interaction, and service projects. They were challenged to push their limits; use leadership, communication, and problem -solving skills, cross-cultural bonds; and prepare themselves for active, contributing roles in their communities. They were joined on Wednesday by their proud adult sponsor Marius Larsen, Youth/Teen Recreation Coordinator for Tukwila's Parks and Recreation Department. Funding for her attendance came through a grant awarded to the City by the Washington Recreation and Parks Association and their work with the National Youth Congress. Larsen, along with Teen Program Specialist, Alicia Bennett, are working on forming a Tukwila Youth Council. "We already have a small group of FHS students who have been working with us for the past year, and this would be a great opportunity for the NYLT youth to have a `voice' in our community and join our Tukwila Youth Council." Excited about making a difference in Tukwila, the primary goal of the camp attendees is to make sure there are more safe and positive things for youth to do in Tukwila. Since returning from camp, they have already helped out with two service projects, the Tukwila Pantry's din- ner benefit and Tukwila Elementary School's C.A.R.E. night. The City of Tukwila Youth Council is always looking for more `Youth Voice' and `Youth Involvement'. Call Marius at the Tukwila Community Center for more information at 206-768-2822. 4 Congratulations, softball league champs! Tukwila Parks and Recreation congratulates all 29 teams that partici- pated in our Summer Softball League. We'd especially like to recognize each of the division champions: Men's National Division Fazio's/Merchants Cafe Men's American Division Liberty House Financial Co -Ed, Cascade Division Southcenter Sluggers Co -Ed, Olympic Division Gary Merlino Construction Co. Dozers Adult Fall Sports Now is the time to sign up your team for these adult fall sports: • Men's Basketball League • Men's Flag Football • Co -Ed Volleyball League • Co -Ed Flag Football Call the Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822, or visit the "Parks and Recreation" page on our website for more information. Get a kick out of sharing! A soccer ball collection for children around the world Donate your new or slightly used balls and pumps! Your ball will go to kids in remote areas of Africa, and to local children in need that have never played with a real ball. Send a mes- sage to a child by writing on your ball! Kick-off starts September 10 thru November 19 Please drop off soccer balls at the Tukwila Community Center, 12424 - 42nd Avenue S. 206-768-2822 Cascade View Drainage Project The Cascade View Drainage project is well underway, with major improvement to stormdrain and waterlines through- out the neighborhood. Some minor sewer improvements have also been completed. These utility upgrades will be fol- lowed by extensive roadway improvements, including mi- nor traffic calming features, improved sidewalks, and ADA compliant curb ramps at each intersection. Although the disruption to private property is extensive during the con- struction process, SCI Infrastructure is going to great lengths to perform the work in an efficient and professional manner to avoid unnecessary hardships for local residents. This is a challenging project with multiple interrelated utili- ties and an intricate sequence of work. It requires the co- operation of several independent agencies including Pow- er, Cable, Telephone, Gas, Water, Sewer, Stormdrain and Streets. As is to be expected on any project of this magni- tude, occasional mishaps occur. We appreciate the Cascade View community's continued patience as we work toward a successful conclusion and we believe that in the end the improvements provided by this project will make the frustra- tion and inconvenience all worthwhile. If you have any questions regarding this project, please call Mike Ronda, Tukwila Project Manager, at 206-433-7194. THE HAZELNUT Tukwila International Boulevard Phase I (South 1 38th to South 1 52nd Streets) Seattle City Light energized the underground power lines south of South 144th Street. Tukwila mailed out 90 -day deadline letters to all affected property/business owners be- tween South 144th and South 152nd Streets to connect to the underground system. Seattle City Light expects to ener- gize the underground system between S 144th and S 139th Streets by September. Street trees have been installed along with two mid -block crosswalks with in -pavement flashing lights. Also, Tukwila International Blvd Phase II & III street improvements (South 132nd to South 116th Way) are cur- rently approaching final design with an expected construc- tion start date in Spring 2006. Strander Boulevard Storm Drain Improvements and Pump Station #17 This project includes installation of a larger storm drain in Strander Boulevard from Andover Park East to the Green River and a new storm water pump station in Bicentennial Park. This long-awaited project will eliminate the major- ity of the flooding at the intersection of Strander Blvd and Andover Park East. Frank Coluccio Construction Company began work in July and should be completed in November. Public Works GIS Survey - Area III (South 144th Street to South City Limits and 1-5 to TIB) The City of Tukwila is scheduled to begin work on the third phase of an effort to develop GIS (Geographic Information System) -based information of its storm water, sanitary sewer, water and street systems. This GIS information will enable the City to better maintain and operate City facilities, provide information to property owners concerning existing utilities, and better respond to emergency conditions such as flooding and earthquakes. Perteet Engineering, Inc., will begin data collection within Area III in September. The majority of the survey work will take place within City rights-of-way and should have minimal traffic impacts. Some data collection will take place within easements or other locations where City facilities cross pri- vate property. If requested, we ask that you grant permis- sion to Perteet employees access to your property to gather this survey information. To gather detailed information, they will open stormwater catch basins and manholes and may locate other City facilities such as fire hydrants, water valves, and fire department hose connections. They will not cause damage or disturb any portion of your property. If you have any questions or concerns about this City ef- fort, please call the Senior Engineer, Ryan Larson at 206-431- 2456. Thank you for your cooperation. South 144th Street Improvements (Tukwila International Blvd to Military Rd) This project will include roadway reconstruction, curbs, gut- ters, sidewalk, storm drainage, illumination, safety improve- ments, landscaping, and undergrounding of power/phone/ cable. Rodarte Construction began clearing and installing underground power conduits and vaults in June. Storm drainage, road grading and new curbs and sidewalks should be in place on the south side of the road by the winter shut- down in November, with the balance of the work completed by Spring 2006. Transportation funding for Tukwila On July 28, 2005, U.S. Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell and U.S. Representative Adam Smith announced that they were successful in their efforts to secure critical Federal funding for the South Sound's transportation priori- ties. The three secured over $41 million for the region in legislation reauthorizing surface transportation spending through 2009. This funding includes two Tukwila projects. The Tukwila Urban Access Project for $2.55 million addresses necessary congestion improvements to Southcenter Parkway at Klicki- tat Drive and Strander Blvd., the primary entry/exit point for the Central Business District. Funding of $3 million was obtained for the Southcenter Parkway Extension Project, which will be used to relocate, widen and improve South - center Parkway between South 180th and 200th Streets. SEPTEMBER 2005 5 cLUhat's JeLAN aCuun014 ettaCeS Human Services Office Evie — 206-433-7180 Stacy — 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 Identity theft scams Identity theft is a growing concern. Scam artists could use your personal information to access your credit and bank records for their own gain. Credit card numbers, bank account numbers, even birthdates should not be shared with anyone or any business that you do not know well and trust. That reminder is always important, especial- ly now. Currently there are two items in the news that scam artists are utilizing to fool victims. The first capitalizes on a recent se- curity breach where a database with people's sensitive information was hacked into ille- gally, raising the concern that there could be a multitude of identity theft victims. Scam artists, riding the wave of publicity, have been calling people at random and identify- ing themselves as representatives of various banks, calling to verify account information for security purposes. Their real purpose is to find someone willing to share their valu- able, personal account information. The other current news hook that scam art- ists are using relates to the changes to Medi- care under the Medicare Modernization Act. Because so many people are hearing about the new Medicare prescription assistance set to begin in 2006, scam artists are calling senior consumers and offering "to assist" in applying for the new benefits. Posing as a government official, the caller asks for the personal information that they can use for their benefit and at your expense. Anyone calling as a government official ask- ing for account numbers is most likely a scam artist looking for a trusting victim. To avoid becoming a victim: Don't share personal in- formation when approached. Consult with a neutral third party about the suspect phone call or piece of mail. Hang up and contact the agency yourself to verify that they are indeed the ones trying to contact you. Taken from the Information and Assistance Passport brochure, Consumer Corner 6 Celebrating Volunteer Transportation Volunteer Transportation is celebrating 30 years of service, offering the use of volunteers to help transport senior citizens to their medical appointments. More than 40% of the 350+ drivers have been volunteering for more than five years. Clients and volunteer drivers think highly of the program; almost 100% of the clients are either satisfied or very satisfied with the service. The program — the largest of its type in the county — is recognized nationally. There is so much demand for the program that more drivers are needed. Drivers receive mileage reimbursement and much appreciation from both the clients and the program. For information about this program, or to ar- range a ride, call 206-448-5740. Seattle Utility bill discount If you are a low-income senior or person with a permanent disability, you may be able to receive a discount on your Seattle utility bills. The Rate 26 program offers seniors over 65 or disabled (receiving disability payments, le- gally blind or on a life support system) a discount on utilities. Call the Seattle Mayor's Office for Senior Citizens (206-684-5000) or check on their website at www.seatde.gov to download an application. Both renters and homeown- ers qualify according to income. If eligible, you can receive a 50% discount on your Seattle City Light bill and possibly on your combined utility bill. Domestic Violence Training Available Perhaps you know of a family member, friend or co-worker who is a victim of domestic violence. Domestic Abuse Women's Network (DAWN) is offering up to 50 hours of training between the dates of September 5 and October 22. Training is available in day and evening sessions. If you are a volunteer or professional who is interested in receiving training, check out this class. Visit their website at www dawnonline.org, or call 425-656-4305 ext 238. Advisory Board members needed Do you have a background in health care? We are seeking a representative from the healthcare field to serve on the City's Human Services Advisory Board. We also want a representative from the faith community, preferably someone who has connections with multiple faith organizations in Tukwila. The Advisory Board — whose seven members represent health, education, business, the faith community, and residents at large — helps make recom- mendations on where and how City dollars should be spent to serve the Tukwila community. These recommendations take place once every two years. Members also receive education on a variety of human service topics and have chances to meet the various agency staff that serve Tukwila. Board meetings normally take place once every other month and more often during the time of the year when reviewing proposals for funding. For more information, please call 206-433-7180. We'd be happy to answer questions and provide an application. THE HAZELNUT TU KWI LA Disposal ban on certain electronic equipment and mercury -containing products Effective October 1, 2005, King County will no longer accept certain electron- ics and mercury -containing products at its solid waste disposal facilities. These items contain toxic materials that are hazardous to human health. They also contain valuable materials that can be recycled in a way that protects human health and the environment. These items will be banned from dis- posal: Electronic Equipment:: • Cell Phones • Computers, Monitors & Laptops • Televisions Mercury -Containing Products: • "Button" Batteries - Includes small button or coin -sized batteries used in watches, thermometers, hearing aids, etc. • Fluorescent Bulbs & Tubes - In- cludes "green tipped" tubes & compact fluorescent bulbs • Mercury Switches • Thermometers • Thermostats RECYCLING OPTIONS Many private sector recycling options exist for these items. Some fees apply. For Computers, Monitors, Laptops, Cell Phones, Televisions and other Electronic Equipment: • "Take It Back Network" businesses accept used electronic equipment for reuse or recycling. For a list of businesses, contact the Solid Waste Division at 206-296-4466, toll free 1-800-325-6165, ext. 6-4466, or via the web at www.metrokc.gov/ dnrp/takeitback. • Electronics are accepted at year- ly Tukwila Recycling Collection Events (seasonal), and other events. For more information, contact King County Solid Waste Division. For fluorescent bulbs & tubes: • Residents — Accepted at local re- tailers. Call the King County Solid Waste Division or visit www.prod- uctstewardship.net. Also accepted at Household Hazardous Waste facilities. Call the Household Hazards Line at 206-296-4692, or visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/ house/products/list. cfm. • Businesses — Call the Business Waste Line at 206-296-3976, or visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/ business/fluor. For Thermostats: • Residents — Accepted free at local businesses. Call Household Haz- ards Line at 206-296-4692, or visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/busi- ness/wastedirectory/wastedetails. cfm?wasteid=200. • Businesses — Accepted free at lo- cal businesses. Call the Business Waste Line at 206-296-3976, or visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/ business/wastedirectory/wastede- tails.cfm?wasteid=200. For other mercury -containing products: • Residents — Accepted at Household Hazardous Waste facilities. Call the Household Hazards Line at 206- 296-4692, or visit www govlink. org/hazwaste/house/disposal/ othersites/index.html/#north • Businesses — Call the Business Waste Line at 206-296-3976, or visit www.govlink.org/hazwaste/ business/wastedirectory/wastein- dex.cfm Questions? Contact the King County Solid Waste Division at 206-296-4466, toll free 1-800-325-6165, ext. 6-4466, TTY Re- lay: 711 during regular business hours, or via the web at www.metrokc.gov/ dnrp/swd. Discounted rain barrels available to Tukwila residents To encourage more efficient use of water, the City of Tukwila is offering a very limited number of rain barrels to its resi- dents at the low price of $20. Supplies are very limited! The recycled plastic Raincatcher holds up to 55 gallons of water collected through a home's downspouts. The down- spout may be shortened to allow water to flow into the top of the container, or downspout adapters may be purchased at various home improvement centers. Leaves and other de- bris are screened out through the opening. A spigot allows the connection of a hose to fill watering cans. Sample barrels are on display at City Hall and at the Community Center. You may pick up an order form at Tukwila City Hall or the Tukwila Community Center, or call 206-433-7178 to request an order form. You may also print out an order form from the City of Tukwila's website www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. The website has a barrel photo and specifications. Funding is provided by the King County Solid Waste Divi- sion and the WA State Department of Ecology. SEPTEMBER 2005 7 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: 206-248-2933 Website: http://www.citukwila.wa.us E-mail: tukwila@citukwila.wa.us TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Joe H. Duffle (beeper #J 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 1st/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 VkiJessop, Director 206-433-1831 City Clerk's Office Personnel City Job Line 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 206-433-1800 206-433-1831 206-433-1828 THE HAZELNUT is a bimonthly newsletter published by the City of Tukwila and written by City staff Editing/production: Stacia Norris Please join Tukwila Public Works for an OPEN HOUSE regarding the Interurban Avenue Roadway Improvement Project Wednesday, October 5, 2005 4:00-7:00PM at the Tukwila Community Center in Meeting Room "B" The City has begun design of roadway improvements for Interurban Avenue South between S 143rd Street and Fort Dent Way. Please join us for a more specific look at what is planned. The project includes reconstruction of the roadway, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, illumination, storm drainage, landscaping and relocation of overhead utilities to underground systems. For more infor- mation, please contact Robin Tischmak at 206-431-2455. Public Invited to 1-405 Project Public Open House The Washington State Dept. of Transportation's I-405 Project invites the public to attend the Renton Nickel Improvement Discipline Report Open House scheduled for Tuesday, November 1, from 4:00-7:00PM at the Renton High School Com- mons (400 South 2nd St., Renton, WA 98055). The focus will be to present find- ings of the discipline reports drafted for the Environmental Assessment (EA). WSDOT conducts extensive environmental studies that are part of the EA and include discipline reports studying a wide range of topics from "air quality" to "environmental justice". During the meeting the public will hear a presentation from the I-405 Project Team and have an opportunity to ask questions. For more information on the I-405 Project, please visit our website, www.wsdot.wa.gov/ projects/i405 or contact Colleen Gants, Public Information, 425-456-8555, or email colleen.gantsCi405.wsdot.wa.gov. The Renton Nickel Improvement Project is a highway expansion project that will improve mobility and safety through Tukwila and Renton by adding lanes to I-405 and SR 167. On I-405, this project begins just east of the I -5/I-405 interchange in Tukwila and extends north past the Cedar River to the SR 169 (Maple Valley Highway) interchange. The project will build an additional lane both northbound and southbound between I-5 and SR 169. On SR 167, the project begins at the SR 167/I-405 interchange and extends southbound to SW 41st Street. The project will extend the southbound high -occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane north to I-405 and add a southbound auxiliary lane from I-405 to the SW 41st Street off -ramp. 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.