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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-07 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 28 No. 3Lej 414-- ... Nos THE HAZELNUT A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities VOLUME 28, NUMBER 3 JULY 2007 01. itY-= IIIc taw %II di Look inside for the v riety of activities comae your way... Family 4th t the Fort, Tukwila Dtyss free Music in the Park concerts, and more! ti HOLIDAY PLANS On July 4th, traditions rule: Splashing in the kiddie pool, Volleyball and horseshoe skill, Red glow of the charcoal grill, Tiki torches, flocks of kids, and 'tater salad (Uncle Sid's). But be aware - and tell the crowd That fireworks are not allowed! a IP .� A Reminder: It is illegal to possess, use or manufacture fireworks of any kind in Tukwila. It is also NOT legal to purchase fireworks outside the City limits and bring them into the City. Thank you for helping us keep the 4th ofluly safe (and Tukwila's dogs & cats thank you, too!) Tukwila City Council Actions: March, April & May 2007 March Held public hearing and approved ordi- nance clarifying Zoning Code language regarding development of substandard lots. Approved ordinance repealing morato- rium on development of lots not meet- ing minimum lot size. Approved interlocal agreement with SeaTac and Des Moines for Minor Home Repair Program utilizing Community Development Block Grant funds. Approved resolution waiving bidding requirements and authorizing purchase of computerized irrigation control sys- tem for Foster Golf Course. Approved ordinances adopting updat- ed Concurrency Test Fees and Traffic Impact Fees. Approved resolution adopting updated Public Works Fee Schedule. Approved resolution amending scope of work for the Tukwila International Boulevard Phases 2 and 3 construction project due to cost increases. Approved amendment to interlocal agreement with King County for ex- panded animal control services. Approved 2007 contract with M.J. Durkan, Inc., for lobbying services on state and local issues. Awarded contract to Construct Com- pany for sewer line repairs at Westfield Mall. Approved cooperative agreement with WA State Department of Transporta- tion for I-405 Widening Project. Approved ordinance to transfer respon- sibility for State Electrical Code to the City of Tukwila. Approved interlocal agreement with SeaTac for that city to provide electri- cal plan review & inspection services. April Reappointed Bill Arthur, Allan Ekberg, Henry Marvin & Lynn Peterson to Plan- ning Commission; and Art Rosengren & Sylvia Erskine to Community Oriented Policing Citizens' Advisory Board. Awarded contract with Perteet Engi- neering for fourth phase of GIS inven- tory and mapping of storm drainage and sewer infrastructure. Approved resolution naming two new streets bordering Southcenter Square as Wig Boulevard and Bauch Drive. Reappointed Brooke Alford to the Parks Commission. Approved resolution endorsing King County's Ten Year Plan to End Home- lessness. Approved resolution declaring surplus property at 12230 -43rd Ave. S, autho- rizing its donation to Habitat for Hu- manity of Seattle/South King County. Approved supplemental agreement with KPG, Inc., for final design of Tukwila International Blvd. Phases 2 & 3. Approved resolution adopting water system plan update, and providing for water service policies for the City. Awarded contract for Tukwila Pond Park design services to Robert W Droll, Landscape Architects. City offices are closed on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday Approved resolution setting green fees for City's Foster Golf Links. Approved resolution declaring fire truck and equipment surplus, and au- thorizing their donation to Salmon Riv- er Rural Fire Department in Idaho. Awarded contract to Tetra Tech, Inc., for feasibility and design services for improving Tukwila Pond water quality. Approved agreement with King Coun- ty for land acquisition services for Duwamish Gardens site. May Awarded contract to Lakeridge Paving Co., for roadway repairs and overlay on portions of "The Loop". Awarded contract to Lakeridge Paving Co., for paving intersection of Boeing Access Road and East Marginal Way S. Approved use of lodging tax funds for printing of new Seattle Southside Vaca- tion Planner by Journal Graphics. Approved application for Community Development Block Grant funds for 2008 Minor Home Repair Program. Approved purchase of two lots on South 133rd Street for city park, in- cluding donation of half the land value by owner Todd Hiestuman. Approved resolution supporting adop- tion of Integrated Roads and Transit package developed by the Regional Transportation Investment District and Sound Transit. Approved implementation of first phase of emergency preparedness, including standby generators for City Hall and three fire stations, emergency trailer and supplies for First Responders, electronic reader boards, and hiring of emergency management coordinator. For up-to-date information about Council meetings/agendas/activities, visit our website: http://www. ci. tukwila.wa. as 2 THE HAZELNUT Passport information at Tukwila Days Do you have questions about the new requirements being implemented by the Department of State regarding pass- ports? There will be an information booth at the Tukwila Days Festival on Saturday, July 14, from 10:OOalvl to 3:OOPM, at the Tukwila Community Center. Staff members from the Tukwila City Clerk's Office will provide you with the lat- est information about U.S. Passport requirements for foreign travel, along with all the necessary forms for application plus advice on photos, fees and citizenship proof documents. Tukwila City Hall serves as a passport application acceptance agency, processing applications on Mondays between 9:OOalvl and 4:OOPM. If you want more information about passports, please call 206-433-1800. Board members wanted The Tukwila Office of Human Services seeks two new mem- bers to serve on its Human Services Advisory Board. Want to learn about human service needs and resources in the Tukwila community? Would you like to better understand how the City decides what programs to fund to assist people in need? The Board meets every two months for 11/2 hours during the day at the Office of Human Services. You'll be joined by five other members who bring a wide range of experience on human service issues. (Experience with hu- man services is helpful, but not required.) We're looking for possibly two residents who are interested in human service issues. For more information or an application, please con- tact Evelyn Boykan at 206-433-7180. 4th_ A. Cate S_h.o_tu_ Sat., August 18—10:OOAm to 2:OOPm — FREE Registration! On display in the parking lot between Cascade View Community Park & Bartell Drugs Our annual Car Show is back! Last year, owners proudly displayed 21 snazzy cars, and one spectacular motorcycle, ranging from a 1946 Hudson to a Studebaker pick-up. Open up that garage door... here's your chance to show off your restored classic car, truck, muscle car, or souped -up import! If you don't have a vehicle to show off, please stop by and cast your vote for your favorite! Registration forms will be available at the Tukwila Community Center, or you can register at the event. For more information, please call 206-768-2822. COUNCIL CORNER by Verna Griffin, Council President Pedal with the President! Have you taken advantage of all that Tukwila has to offer? Do you know that we have a wonderful bike trail that runs about 12 miles through Tukwila? On Saturday, July 21, at 9:OOAivl join me at the Tukwila Community Center for the first "Pedal with the Council President." We will ride our bikes down to Fort Dent and back to the Community Center. Riding a bike is fun but also has other advantages: • Cycling exercises the heart better than walking without the pounding of jogging. • One can ride a bicycle almost anywhere, at any time of the year, and at low cost. • Little or no time has to be lost, as bike travel can be used to get to work, perform errands, or enjoy the outdoors. • Commuting by bike reduces pollution that causes asthma and bronchitis. A commuting cyclist is also less exposed to air pollution than a commuting motorist. I'll see you on the 21st! Keep our parks beautiful! Please join our efforts in keeping our Tukwila parks looking good. On the first Friday of each month we'll be meeting at a local Tukwila park for a day of beautification. Volunteers will be asked to sign in so that we may track your volunteer hours. Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, dress in layers, and bring work gloves and a water bottle. For more informa- tion, please call the Volunteer Program office at the Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822. July 6 — Tukwila Community Center — 12424 - 42nd Ave S August 3 — Bicentennial Park — 6000 Christensen Road September 7— Cascade View Park — 14211 - 37th Ave S Volunteers needed for Centennial planning In 2008 Tukwila will be turning 100! Who knows our city better than its residents? Nobody! We need our citizens to share their time and talents so that we can make the Tukwila Centennial Celebration a huge success. If you're interested in learning more about planning for this upcoming celebra- tion and/or you want to get involved, please send your inter- ests, ideas and contact information to centennial@ci.tukwila. wa.us or volunteer@ci.tukwila.wa.us. You may also contact the Volunteer & Events Superintendent at the Tukwila Com- munity Center at 206-768-2822. JULY2007 3 Junk car removal — free In August! Here's your chance to get rid of the car hulk that's been lurk- ing in your yard for too long! The City has made arrange- ments for junk vehicles in Tukwila to be picked up AT NO CHARGE to property owners during the month of August. You may call one of the companies below and make arrange- ments to have the junker(s) removed. (Note: All wrecking companies require valid title or signed junk car affidavits at time of pickup.) A "junk vehicle" is a vehicle that meets three or more of the following requirements: • Is three years or older • Is extensively damaged (broken window; missing wheels, tires, motor, etc.) • Is apparently inoperable • Is without valid, current license plates or is unregistered • Has an approximate fair market value equal only to the value of the scrap in it A junk vehicle also includes a partially disassembled vehicle or individual parts of vehicles no longer attached to one an- other. The following licensed hulk haulers have agreed to remove your junk vehicle at no cost to you: Affordable Auto Wrecking 206-723-9820 Contact: Laurie Binford Metal Recycling 253-332-6444 Contact: Dave Budget Auto Wrecking 206-244-4314 Contact: Forest Performance Auto Body 206-878-5779 Contact: Mark Skyway Towing 425-226-8050 Contact: Bon All Code Enforcement activity related to junk vehicles will be suspended through the month of August, in order to give property owners and the haulers sufficient time to take ad- vantage of this offer. If you need assistance with obtaining the required affidavit or need more information about this program, please contact the Code Enforcement Office at 206-431-3676 or 206-431- 3682, or via email at tukcode@ci.tukwila.wa.us. Sign up now for National Night Out Against Crime! National Night Out (NNO) is Tuesday, August 7. Each year hundreds of Tukwila residents join their neighbors in cel- ebrating an evening of fun while sending the message to criminals that they are not welcome in Tukwila! NNO — an annual event celebrated across the U.S., Canada and military installations — is a time for residents to come to- gether to meet one another and share crime prevention tips. Tukwila Police and Fire Departments, as well as City Council members, Code Enforcement officers and Tukwila Human Services representatives, will visit each neighborhood event that "registers" their event by Monday, August 6. Target Corporation is a national sponsor to NNO. Target South - center employees will be riding with City personnel visiting neighborhood parties with free give-aways for kids. Types of neighborhood events vary. Most neighborhoods plan a potluck barbecue to take advantage of the wide and wonderful ethnic food contributions Tukwila residents have to offer. Other suggestions are a pizza and pool party, ice cream social or coffee/dessert potluck. Think about a neigh- borhood clean-up or a block work party to help out an elder- ly or disabled neighbor. Don't limit your ideas! This is your time to bring your neighbors together for a fun evening. Let's make this the biggest Night Out Against Crime ever in Tukwila! Police and other City representatives will be available to visit your neighborhood event after 4:30PM on Tuesday, August 7. Please contact Community Policing Co- ordinator Robbie Burns at rburns@ci.tukwila.wa.us or 206- 431-2197 for more information or to register your event. Enjoy savings on auto security As a fundraiser, the Tukwila Police Explorers are selling Clubs (you know, the kind that you attach to your car steering wheel). This steering wheel locking device is a great visible deterrent to car thieves. The price at local stores is between $35 to $40 dollars. However, if you purchase The Club from the Explorers, it will only cost you $15. Quantities are limited, so don't miss out. For more information please Contact Officer Ted Rutt at 206-433-1823. Get a little weekend fitness Tukwila Community Center is now open on Sundays. The Fitness Room and Racquetball Courts are now open to the general public on Sundays from 9:OOAM until 1:00PM; regular rates apply. TCC will also be able to register you for classes and activities during this time. SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK IIMMII-Wednesdays -July 11 thru August 8 at Cascade View Community Park - 14211 - 37th Avenue South (Peanut c7 uffer Jam ,Cune/iitime concerts 12:00 NOON to 1 :OOPM July 11 — Steve Hamilton Steve Hamilton has been performing his blend of comedy magic professionally throughout the Pacific Northwest for over 18 years. His original comedy routines have lots of audience interaction. Com- edy magic is so amazing, sometimes he even fools himself. www.prettygoodmagic.com July 18 — Turk the Magic Genie Jack Turk is a one -of -a -kind comedian who dedi- cates his talents to magic, puppets, juggling, music, and creating balloon animals. This is a one -of - a -kind extravaganza that your child, your family, and your entire neighborhood will NEVER forget! www.kidzwiz.com July 25 — Eric Ode Eric Ode is a national award-winning children's singer/songwriter, a widely published poet, and a thoroughly engaging entertainer. His upbeat, high -participation programs are bubbling over with fun, interactive music and poetry, and include stories, skits, costumes, props and puppets. www.ericode.com August 1 — The Fabulous Filucies The Fabulous Filucies play music filled with diverse elements that have become a part of the American musical heritage. Their songs evoke imagery of life in rural America. This richness of variety is reflected in styles including German polka, Argentine tango, rockabilly, calypso, and swing American style. August 8 — Eric Endres Eric Endres is a talented musician, composer, writer and actor. He has written and produced several albums of original music, two stage musicals, orchestral pieces, and other creative works. His main gig is performing and recording cool tunes for kids! www.ericendres.com atusicinNocarK evening concerts 6:30 to 7:30PM July 11 — One World Taiko One World Taiko is a professional Japanese drum ensemble that incorporates dynamic movement, lyrical melodies and rhythmic grooves with heart - pounding percussion. www.oneworldtaiko.com July 18 — The Popoffs fs The Popoffs is a Seattle classic pop rock band, comprised of three men having a great time play- ing and sharing their love of music with people. www.thepopoffs.com July 25 — Casey Neill Trio Aim The music of the Casey Neill Trio fuses modern roots rock with country, punk and Celtic styles. www.caseyneill.orq August 1 — The Rootsters The Rootsters mine the rich lode of America's acoustic -guitar and songwriting traditions, from ragtime to blues to jazz to swing to R&B to rock, while staying connected to the European, African, and Caribbean folk songs, broadsides and hymns that set the foundations of the music we hear today. www.rootsters.com August 8 — Me and The Boys Bluegrass, country and old time music at its best! These four guys have been in many bands over the years and are Northwest icons among lovers of music. Roger Furguson is a national flat -picking champion and a fine fiddler. Terry Enyeart plays a hot mandolin and is one of the finest country voices you will ever hear. Eric Ode Q= ENTERTAINMENT Sponsored by CULTURE Turk the Magic Genie JULY 2007 EVENTS ALL WEEK LONG Wednesday, July 1 1 `Peanut Butter and Jam' Kids' Summer Concert Series at Cascade View Park 12:00-1:OOPM Back by popular demand! Grab your kids and a pic- nic lunch and come down to enjoy our season's first performer Steve Hamilton. For more information, turn to page 3. Sister Cities Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction at TCC 5:00-8:OOPM Who doesn't love spaghetti? Mark your calendar for the Sister Cities Spaghetti Dinner/Silent Auction! A delicious spaghetti dinner will be served in the TCC Banquet Room. Tickets ($10 adult and $5 child/stu- dent) can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 206-433-1844. Sports for Hunger Volleyball Tournament at TCC Starts at 6:OOpm This fun non -spiking tournament will take place at the Tukwila Community Center. Tournament is limited to the first eight teams. Cost is five cans of food per player. For info and registration, call Kirsten May at 206-768-2822. Music in the Park Concert Series at Cascade View Park 6:30-7:30PM Join usforthe season's first summer evening concert featuring One World Taiko. For more information, turn to page 3. Volunteers Needed for Tukwila Days Join the Tukwila Parks & Recreation special events staff for another great Tukwila Days Community Festival at the Tukwila Community Center. We're looking for volunteers to assist with set-up, supervision and event clean-up. If you are interested in volunteering with our special events team, please RSVP by emailing us at volunteer@ci.tukwila.wa.us, or call our Special Events Coordinator at 206-768-2822. Thursday, July 12 Water Carnival at Tukwila City Pool 3:00-4:OOPM Join 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 7:30-9:30PM Bring the family to Tukwila City Pool for swimming and movies! This event is FREE, but canned food will be collected at the door for the Tukwila Food Pantry. For more information, call the Pool at 206-267-2350. 'Friday, July 13 Tukwila Days Art Show Reception at TCC, 6:00-7:OOPM For information, call the Tukwila Community Center at 206- 768-2822. Are you an artist? Please see the art competition entry information below. 11th Annual Arts Show & Competition In conjunction with Tukwila Days, the TukwilaArts Commission is proud to present its 11th 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 mixmedia). 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 preview reception on the evening of Friday, July 13. Please call 206-768-2822 or visit us online at www. ci.tukwila.wa.us to request an informational brochure Friday, July 13 Saturday, July I4 C.A.S. T T Performance, Community Actors' Summer Theatre in Tukwila - starts at 7:OOPM The performances will be held at the Foster Performing Arts Center. Admission is free, but canned food will be collected at the door for the Tukwila Food Pantry. For more information, please call the Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822. TUKWILA PAYS TUKWILA PAYS FESTIVAL Saturday, July 14 at the Tukwila Community Center Pancake Breakfast, 8:00-10:00AM Support the Tukwila Sister Cities Committee by pur- chasing your breakfast at the annual Tukwila Days Sister Cities Pancake Breakfast. Breakfast service begins at 8:OOAM in the TCC Social Hall. Kids Parade, starts at 10:00AM This is a great opportunity for kids to participate in the annual Tukwila Days Festival. Vendor Fair, 10:00AM-3:00PM Featuring more than 100 booths including arts and crafts, community groups, City departments, commer- cial vendors, and a variety of food booths. Come and check it out; there is something for everyone! Art Show, 10:OOAM-3:OOPM 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 opportu- nity to see some fine work from local artists. Purchases may be made directly with the artists. This Tukwila Days event is sponsored by the Tukwila Arts Commission. The Fun Zone, 10:00AM-3:00PM Kids and families won't want to miss the action in The Fun Zone — inflatable bouncers, a giant slide, carnival games, dunk tank, face painters, roving clowns, and special Kids Stage entertainment! Chalk It Up! 11:00AM-3:00PM Attention all young artists! Come and create a mas- terpiece on the sidewalks of the Tukwila Community Center at our fourth annual Chalk Art Contest, located by the Fun Zone. Stop off at the Chalk It Up booth and pick up your chalk to create your masterpiece! For more information, call 206-768-2822. A special thanks to these sponsors: Boeing Employees Credit Union Downtown Harley Davidson Home Street Bank NC Power Systems Prevail Credit Union Tukwila Self Storage Music, art, food and fun will be a part of this year's festival. There's something for everyone, so bring your friends and family and join the fun. There will be plenty of food, games, music, entertainment, arts & crafts, vendor booths, special kids' day activities, and more! Admission and most activities are FREE! Entertainment, 11:00-3:OOPM KIDS STAGE II:OOAM — Bob Bailey 12:30PM — Banjo Andy's Tickled Toons 2:00PM — Castro the Magician FAMILY STAGE II:OOAM — Big Woody and the Clamdiggers 12:30PM — The Two Scoops Combo 2:OOPM — The New Radio Cowboys New Radio Cowboys Two Scoops Combo Big Woody and the Clamdiggers Step Up to Health: Family Fun Challenge, 12:00-2:OOPM Bring your family out and participate in the challenge: Dribble the Soccer Ball through Cones; Shoot Free Throws; Jump Rope; Sit -Ups; and Run the Bases. Each family will receive a punch card; once your family com- pletes all five challenges, all family members will receive a prize! GRAB A SLICE OF SUMMER WSDOTs S 178th Bridge Repair On December 13, 2006 a vehicle ex- ceeding the height restriction on I-5 struck the South 178th street overpass. WSDOT is designing repairs to the overpass and making a plan to replace the damaged girder. Recently, WSDOT signal crews upgraded the temporary signal to favor the direction of traffic that is busiest depending on the time of day. For status updates, check the WS - DOT webpage: http://www.wsdot. wa.gov/Projects/I5/S178thOverpass 2007 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 4, and the bid was awarded to the Lakeridge Paving Company on May 21 in the amount of $406,048.25. Con- struction is anticipated to begin in June and to be completed in August. Specific locations of resurfacing work: • South 158th Street (42nd Ave S to 47th Ave S) • 44th Avenue South (S 156th St to S 158th St) • South 156th Street (44th Ave S to 47th Ave S) • 47th Avenue South (S 156th St to S 158th St) • 34th Place South, South 141st Street, and 33rd Place South (S 140th St to 34th Ave S) • South 136th Street (from Macadam Road east to dead end) • 48th Avenue South (Macadam Road to S 134th St) • 48th Place South (48th Ave S to S 136th St) Boeing Access Rd / East Marginal Way Intersection Paving The intersection of Boeing Access Road and East Marginal Way is another loca- tion where rehabilitation of the road- way surface is needed. This project is separate from the Annual Overlay Pro- gram as it received some federal fund- ing. Favorable bid results were received on May 11 and the bid was awarded to Lakeridge Paving Company on May 21 in the amount of $526,017.50. Con- struction is anticipated to begin in June and be completed in July. Green River Pedestrian and Utility Bridge The arched wooden bridge that cross- es the Green River and is part of the Green River Trail near South 80th St and Andover Park East is scheduled for repairs this summer. The bridge was built in 1983 and the wood structure is in need of maintenance and paint- ing. Construction is scheduled to occur in July and August. Allentown/Foster Point Water and Sewer Improvements R.L. Alia Company reached substan- tial completion in early June. After 30 days in which to complete the list of correction items (punchlist) in order to be granted final completion, the City Council will formally accept the project as complete, and set the water and sewer connection fees by City or- dinance. Notices will then be mailed out to all affected property owners in Allentown and Foster Point with infor- mation regarding permits, rates, and getting hooked up to the new water and sewer mains. 2007 Small Drainage Projects The Annual Small Drainage Program is designed to correct isolated small drainage problems throughout the City. This year's small drainage projects were awarded to Road Construction North- west in the amount of $517,281.00. Work is anticipated to start in July and be completed by October. Specific locations of projects: • 65th Avenue South and Southcen- ter Blvd • South 116th Street • South 126th Street at Riverton Creek • South 135th Street, west of 32nd Avenue South • 47th Avenue South between South 122nd and South 124th Streets • South 142nd Place • South 162nd Street and 46th Avenue South Citrus Longhorned Beetle Quarantine Is Over! The Citrus Longhorned Beetle (CLB) Quarantine imposed by the Washing- ton State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is officially over, according to Dr. Brad White, WSDA's Pest Pro- gram Manager. WSDA crews have departed Tukwila and are no longer conducting surveys or "Free Chipper Days". Tukwila property owners who received tree replacement vouchers have until August 31, 2007 to redeem the vouchers. There are no restrictions on the type of tree or shrub that can be purchased with the voucher(s). If you have questions regarding the CLB Pro- gram, call the WA State Department of Agriculture at 1-800-443-6684, or Frank Iriarte at 206-431-2445. REMEMBER: 1-5 northbound lane closures for major repairs between August 10-29 I8 THE HAZELNUT Tukwila Municipal Court 2006 Annual Report Tukwila's Municipal Court, the judicial branch of our local government, man- ages cases involving traffic violations and misdemeanor offenses occurring within the City's limits. The maxi- mum penalty for criminal cases heard in our court is one year in jail and a $5,000 fine. The court is comprised of one judge, a court administrator, a probation offi- cer, a jail alternatives specialist, a lead clerk, a bailiff, security officer, and five court support personnel. As you can see, we were very busy last year! 2006 Court Statistics Cases Filed: Criminal Traffic 623 DUI 65 Criminal Non -traffic 1546 Theft 444 Prostitution -related 83 Domestic Violence Cases 243 Total criminal cases filed: 2169 (an increase of 951 from 2005) Traffic Infractions 3394 Non -traffic Infractions 212 Parking Infractions 1131 Total non -criminal Cases 4737 (an increase of 2754 from 2005) Court Hearings Scheduled 11,313 (an increase of 1639 from 2005) Jury Trials Scheduled 311 Jury Trials Held 12 Defendants placed on probation 157 Number of defendants supervised by probation 320 In 2006 we hosted several elementary school classes and a Foster High School business law class in court for law and trial advocacy classes. The high school students also put on a mock trial, dis- playing off their acting and trial skills! What continues in 2007 This year we introduced our Jail Alter- natives Program. The program provides qualified offenders the opportunity to participate in community service with- in the City of Tukwila, day detention at the court, or home monitoring (includ- ing devices with alcohol consumption detection sensors) as an option to serv- ing a short jail sentence. The offend- ers may submit an application to par- ticipate and will undergo a screening process by our Jail Alternatives Special- ist. Qualified offenders will have lim- ited criminal histories (certain felonies, sex offenses, and violent behavior will be grounds for exclusion) and demon- strated probation reliability. We are confident this program will help reduce skyrocketing jail costs, provide a means for an offender to "pay back" the local community with their service, and/or give the offender an opportu- nity to remain employed while serving their sentence. If you have any ques- tions about the program please call the JAS, Kerry Carlson, at 206-433-1858. We now have a courtesy public defend- er attorney at every first appearance calendar. The attorney will be able to provide general assistance to those ap- pearing for the first time in court on criminal charges. If you are charged with a crime in the Tukwila Municipal Court and you want to apply for attorney representation, please see our public defender screener. Our screener is available in our proba- tion office every Monday from 1:00 to 3:30PM on a walk-in basis. Make sure you bring financial documents (latest tax return, pay stubs, proof of govern- ment assistance, etc.) with you to sup- port your application. In August, we will introduce Lunch Court. This new court calendar will be for those people who would like to ask the judge to reduce their traffic fines. It will be scheduled during the lunch hour to make it more convenient for working ticket recipients! Jury Duty Once again, we thank our jurors! Those of you summoned as jurors, we appreciate your dedication to our system of criminal justice. The right to a trial by jury is guaranteed by the United States and Washington State Constitutions, and is the cornerstone of our democracy. With that said, we understand the sacrifice you make to meet this very important obligation. Just as a reminder, City Hall does not open until 8:30Am. The security offi- cer is in place and ready for your ar- rival at that time. For your safety and security we cannot allow anyone in the building before that time. Rest as- sured, we are committed to ensuring your comfort, expeditious processing of the cases, and just making sure your service is worthwhile and memorable. For more information, please call our juror hot line at 206-433-7188 ext.1, or find it at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/ mayor/courtjury.htm. We thank the members of the City Council, Mayor Mullet and his staff, and the court professionals dedicated to ensuring our court is one this com- munity can be proud of. Also, a special heartfelt thanks to all the members of the community who served as jurors this past year. We look forward to con- tinued success, and encourage you to come visit us to see our beautiful court- room and experience our contribution to the City's "excellence in action". Our phone number is 206-433-1840, and you can visit us on-line at www. ci.tukwila.wa.us/mayor/court.htm. 4$ IJULY2007 9 Crisis outreach response available to children, *youth and families The Children's Crisis Outreach Re- sponse System (CCORS), sponsored by YMCA Family Services and Mental Health, provides comprehensive men- tal health crisis services to children, youth and families in King County. Services — offered free of charge to chil- dren, youth and families — are accessed on a 24-hour basis by calling 206-461- 3222. Intervention is identified to link children, youth and families to natural and formal community-based resourc- es. The program focuses on safely containing the crisis and maximizing choices. The goal of the program is to prevent crises from reoccurring and to promote ongoing family success. A variety of services are available in- cluding mental status exams, suicide risk assessment, and links to a range of community resources. Designed as a short-term intervention, crisis stabili- zation beds are available for children needing immediate out -of -home place- ments when children lack reliable fam- ily resources or natural supports. Non -emergency outreach is also avail- able for children, youth and families who, while experiencing a mental health crisis, choose to delay crisis in- tervention but still require an outreach appointment. These appointments can take place within 48 hours of the fam- ily's initial call to the Crisis Clinic at 206-461-3222. Volunteers needed at Way Back Inn Way Back Inn is a transitional housing program for homeless families, oper- ating homes in Tukwila, Renton and Kent Families housed by the program are able to stay for up to 90 days. Way Back Inn pays all the utility bills and does not charge rent, enabling the families to save up enough money for getting into their own housing or ap- plying to longer-term transitional hous- ing. Program requirements for families staying at WBI are that they have at least one child age 14 or younger, they have a viable plan to reach self-suffi- ciency, they are homeless at the time of intake, and they must be working with a case manager from an outside agency to address issues that are impeding their self-sufficiency. When funds are available, Way Back Inn also provides rental and utility assistance to prevent families from becoming homeless. Way Back Inn is supported by dedicat- ed volunteers plus one paid part-time staff member. WBI is currently looking for more volunteers and have a variety of openings they are looking to fill, in- cluding: • Maintenance Contact Person • Board Member • Storage Barn Organizer These positions generally require only 3 to 8 hours a month. If you would like to help homeless families reach self- sufficiency, contact Tonya at 425-432- 6766 (ward.tonya@comcast.net) for more information. You are also invited to attend Board meetings, which are held on the first, third and fifth Thurs- day of each month at 314 South 4th Street, Renton, WA 98055 (the PMC building of St. Anthony's Church) at 6:OOPM. Everyone is welcome! Human Services Office Evie — 206-433-7180 Stacy — 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 Free home repairs for qualified homeowners Rebuilding Together Seattle is a non- profit organization dedicated to spread- ing the spirit of volunteerism through home repair and rehabilitation, by helping low-income homeowners from Tukwila and SeaTac to Seattle and Ev- erett. To qualify, homeowners must oc- cupy their homes and show financial, physical or medical limitations that pre- vent them from carrying out the work themselves. Their particular areas of focus are supporting seniors, disabled persons, and families with children to ensure homeowner safety, security, in- dependence and warmth. Rebuilding Together Seattle is current- ly seeking applications from homeown- ers for our Annual Fall Rebuilding Day event in October 2007. Since 1989, Rebuilding Together Se- attle has rehabilitated 637 homes and non-profit facilities, thanks to the help of over 20,000 volunteers and the fi- nancial support of corporate sponsors and community donors. Volunteers complete projects such as building new steps, replacing broken doors, installing handrails, fixing gutters and downspouts, replacing broken appli- ances, hauling trash and debris, paint- ing rooms and exteriors, and cleaning up yards. For an application and more informa- tion, call 206-682-1231, or visit their website at wwwrtseattle.org. Qp 1 10 THE HAZELNUT TUKWILR RESOURCE 14th annual Tukwila Community Garage Sale — July 21 & 22, 2007 HOLD A SALE! Hold a yard/garage sale at your home on the same days as your neighbors all across Tukwila! Clean your home, recycle and earn some cash. Your sale will get free publicity—The City will publish a list of sale locations Wednesday, July 18, in the Renton Re- porter and Kent Reporternewspapers. The overall sale will be publicized via Craigs List and other venues. We will give you a sign identifying your home to shoppers. REGISTER BY JULY 2 – To hold a yard sale please provide your name, address (with zip code) of garage sale, mailing address (with zip code) if different from yardsale address, phone number, and email address. Ways to register: • On-line at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/yardsale.htm • Email rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us • Phone 206-433-7178 • Mail to Rebecca Fox, City of Tukwila, 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 JUST WANT TO SHOP? Here's how to find the sale locations. • Starting July 16, view a map and list of sale locations on the City of Tukwila's website at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us • Starting July 17, pick up a map and list of sale sites during regular operating hours at these Tukwila locations: Tukwila City Hall – 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Avenue S Tukwila Pool – 4414 South 144th Street Foster Golf Clubhouse – 13500 Interurban Avenue S Foster Library – 4060 South 144th Street Tukwila Library – 14475 - 59th Avenue S • Check the ad with a list of sale locations in the July 18 editions of the Kent Reporter and Renton Reporter. • On July 21 & 22, simply drive around Tukwila looking for the bright yellow signs that identify sale locations. REPORTER Future File: October 20, 2007 Secure Paper Shred Lag at 1 ECU 12770 Gatewag Drive, Tukwila Details will appear in the next Hazelnut! Natural yard care Yards are fun, beautiful and great spaces for relaxing. But, in taking care of them, we often use water inefficiently, pro- duce a lot of waste, and use too many chemicals that are bad for the environment and our families' health. By working with nature in your yard, you can have a great looking landscape that's easier to care for and healthier for families, pets, wildlife and our Northwest environment. Start with these steps for a more natural yard: • Build healthy soil with compost • Plant right for your site • Think twice before using pesticides • Practice natural lawn care Smart watering To save resources when watering the yard and garden: • Water infrequently but deeply to moisten the root zone. • For lawns, the loss of shine or the lingering presence of foot prints indicate that it's time to water. • Vegetables and other annuals should be watered at the first sign of droop. • Trees and shrubs usually don't need watering once they are fully established (2 to 4 years). Make every drop count: • Water in the early morning or evening to avoid quick evaporation. • Use mulch around plants to hold in moisture. • Choose low-water use plants. • Use timers, soaker hoses or drip irrigation. • Water lawns separately from other plantings. Don't water the sidewalk! JULY 2007 11 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 206-439-2473 Dennis Robertson 206-242-6373 Verna Grin, Pres. 206-901-9251 Kimberly Matej, 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 Jack Pace, Acting Director 206-431-3670 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 206-267-7427 206-433-1800 206-433-1831 206-433-1828 THE HAZELNUT newsletter is published five times a year by the City of Tukwila, and written by City staff Editing/production: Stacia Norris FAMILY 4TH AT THE FORT a -Pte.& Cemtntatit9- Cele6taidh WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 - 4:00-1 1 :OOPM 6800 FORT DENT WAY IN TUKWILA Don't miss this fabtlots family event that kicks off the annna( Tukwila nays Community Festiva(! Kids activities begin at 4vM and iuc(Ude inflatable bouncers, slides, climbing wall & vhiuiattre golf They'(( also be roving clowns, face painters & stilt walkers. Bring your picnic with you or purchase food from one of the food vendors. The Fireworks show starts at 10:15pm. Parking is limited, so be sire to get to Fort neva early. For info, call the Cow mnnity Center at 206-768-2822. 4th o f July ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP 4:00 - Johnny Smokes 4:40 - Last Chance Romeo's 6:00 - Smoking Lounge 11""m°11.=,. 7:20 - Kim Archer 8:50 - Dance Factory 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.