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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-05 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 30 No. 2THE HAZELNUT A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities VOLUME 30, NUMBER 2 MAY 2009 y Lean economic times put popular transfer station coupon program on hold In light of the economic downturn affecting the nation, our region, and the City of Tukwila in particular, the an- nual Transfer Station Coupon Program is being deferred this year. Tukwila customers of Allied Waste will be able to participate in a Solid Waste Annual Curbside Cleanup Program, scheduled for the week of June 22-26. Large, bulky items such as refrigerators, stoves, dryers, micro- waves, and smaller items such as lawn furniture, small broken furniture, bicycles, BBQ grills, etc., will be ac- cepted. By early June, customers should receive a flyer that outlines collection guidelines and procedures, and details both accepted items and those that have quantity limits or are restricted. If you don't receive the flyer, please contact Allied Waste at 206-682-9735, or Frank Iriarte at 206-431-2445. Other solid waste options for Tukwila residents: • Special Residential Recycling Collection Event on May 16 (see page 7) • Washington State's free E -Cycle Program for comput- ers, monitors and TVs; collection sites in Tukwila are American Electronics Recycling, Goodwill Store, and RE -PC. (visit www. ecyclewashington.org) • City-wide Fall Recycling Collection Event on Satur- day, October 17 at corner of South 144th Street and Tukwila International Boulevard (information will be provided in September edition of the Hazelnut). Adjacent property City acquires "Duwamish Gardens" site The City of Tukwila recently completed the purchase of the Duwamish Gardens site. The property includes three parcels totaling 2.16 acres and is located along the Duwamish River just west of East Marginal Way South. The site currently contains two houses, a barn, and several outbuildings. The City plans to restore the site to promote salmon recovery within the Green/ Duwamish watershed by removing the structures, excavating the site to create shallow water habitat, planting the slopes with native vegetation, and constructing a short trail and overlook. Acquisition of this property was made possible by various fund- ing sources, including Conservation Futures Tax (CFT), Salm- on Recovery Funding Board (SRFB), Washington State Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account (ALFA), King Conservation Dis- trict (KCD), Washington State Capital Budget, and the City of Tukwila. Additional grant funding will be sought for the design and construction phases of the project. DxwarnisJ? River 1 ■II COUNCIL CORNER Progress on the Council's workplan by Joan Hernandez, Council President By the time you read this, I hope our long-awaited spring weather has arrived so you can get outdoors and enjoy our wonderful parks and trails. This year's first quarter has been busy for your Council. In Feb- ruary, the Mayor, City Administrator, Legislative Analyst and four Councilmembers attended the Association of Washington Cities Legislative Conference in Olympia where we met with our legislators to advocate our position on pending legislation affecting Tukwila. Later that month at the Council's annual retreat, we heard the Mayor's update and reviewed our proposed action items for 2009 and 2010, coordinating our goals with the City's new two- year budget cycle. In March the Mayor, Legislative Analyst and four Councilmembers attended the National League of Cities an- nual conference in Washington, DC where we also scheduled personal appointments with our Senators and Representatives to request Federal funding for capital improvement projects that will benefit Tukwila. We also met with Department of Justice staff, and brought back information about the application pro- cess for Community -Oriented Policing Grants that fund hiring of new police officers. We appreciate the work of City staff who prepared the legislative resources and talking points we used in all of our discussions. The Council is now entering into a full workplan of briefings, workshops, public hearings and special meetings, preparing for review of the proposed Shoreline Master Program and the Tukwila South Development Agreement that has been in the negotiation stages for several years. We invite you to attend the public hearings and share your comments with us, as we work through the numerous issues to be addressed. And finally, I thank the following citizens and community groups who have volunteered to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance at Committee of the Whole Council meetings: Girl Scout Troop #470, Tukwila Police Explorers, Starfire Sports, Tukwila Fire Ex- plorers, Grace Point Community Youth Group, Tukwila Pantry, RAYS (Renton Area Youth Services), and Chuck Parrish. If you'd like to volunteer for this community service opportunity, please contact me or Legislative Analyst Kimberly Matej at 206-433- 1834 to reserve your place on the agenda. We encourage you to attend council meetings and stay informed; find minutes and future agendas on the City's website at www ci.tukwila.wa.us. City Council Actions: February—March 2009 February 2009 Awarded contract to Precision Earthworks, Inc., for Fos- ter Golf Links Reclaimed Water Pipeline Extension proj- ect. Awarded contract to Pacific NW Earthworks, LLC, for Tukwila Village Northfield Car Wash Demolition. Approved resolution supporting continuation of the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBd), and authorized the Mayor to sign 2009-2012 Interlocal Agreement. Authorized agreements with Harris & Associates and KPG, Inc., for construction management services for the Tukwila International Boulevard Phase II & III projects. Adopted legislative agenda for use in the 2009 Washing- ton State Legislative Session. Appointed Abdisamad Egal to Community -Oriented Policing Citizens' Advisory Board (COPCAB). Authorized agreement with KPG, Inc., for the 2009 Annual Small Drainage program. Authorized agreement with KPG, Inc., for the 2009-2010 Annual Overlay program. March 2009 Held a public hearing and approved an ordinance renewing a six-month moratorium on the acceptance of applications for sign, development and electrical permits for certain types of signage. Authorized an agreement with Berger/Abam for the Riverton Creek Flap Gate Removal project. Approved an ordinance granting a non-exclusive fran- chise to Time Warner Telecom of Washington LLC for the purpose of constructing, operating, and maintaining a telecommunications system in certain public rights-of- way in the City. Authorized a contract with Brike Excavating for the 2009 Sewer Infiltration and Inflow project. Approved a resolution adopting an Identity Theft Prevention program for the City. Authorize the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal Agree- ment with the City of SeaTac for the Community Center to Community Center project. For up-to-date information about Council meetings, agendas, and activities, visit http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us 2 THE HAZELNUT Mayor's Message Updates on significant events impacting our neighborhoods The City of Tukwila has been conducting public informational meetings to dis- cuss conditions at the Green River's Howard Hanson Dam which may require the release of more water than usual during extreme rain events. As a result of this potential increased water release, parts of Tukwila are at a higher risk of flooding. The City sent letters to community members who are situated in the affected area inviting them to attend one of the meetings. We are happy to see citizens responding and the meeting attendance figures grow- ing, as we provide tools and information to assist with residential and business pre- paredness and explain what the City is doing to prepare for flooding. I believe this is a good time for families - renters and homeowners - and businesses to review all facets of their emergency readiness, in particular their insurance policies to ensure they are adequately covered for flooding, landslides, sinkholes, and other problems normally associated with significant rain events. The City will be scheduling additional meetings throughout the summer, with in- creasing frequency as flood season approaches. For more information or a meeting schedule, visit the weblinks listed in the box below or contact Tukwila's Public Works Department at 206-433-0179. And now for something completely different, a major event — already a hit in cities like San Diego, San Antonio and Nashville — will take place on Saturday, June 27. It's the inaugural run of the Rock 'n' Roll Seattle Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, and the starting point is on Interurban Avenue in Tukwila! With its sold -out limit of 25,000 runners/walkers plus their families and spectators coming to town, Tuk- wila's dining, lodging, shopping and family -friendly activities will enjoy exposure to visitors from all over. City staff is working with other agencies to prepare for the logistics challenges presented by such a large event. Among these is the closure of part of Interurban Avenue and the resulting traffic impacts to businesses and residents located along the marathon route. We are making sure every affected Tukwila citizen is given plenty of advance notice. I invite you to come out and see this amazing event in progress. The Rock 'n' Roll Seattle Marathon & 1/2 Mara- thon will feature live rock music being performed all along the route! You might also visit the FREE Health & Fit- ness Expo at Qwest Field on June 25 and 26. You can also join the fun as a volunteer! Over 300 volunteers are needed at the start line; you'll receive a T-shirt, goodie bag, and a ticket to the post race concert. More information is available on the Marathon website — wwwrnrseattle.com — or call Tukwila's Office of Tourism at 206-575-2489. Jim Hagen, Mayor City Clerk's staff members Kelly Narog and Dana Almberg Applications processed on "Passport Day in the USA" Beginning June 1, 2009, U.S. citizens must present a passport book, pass- port card, or other travel documents approved by the U.S. government to enter the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land borders and sea ports of entry. On Saturday, March 28, the Tukwila City Clerks Department participated in "Passport Day in the USA", a nation- al passport acceptance and outreach event. Response was good, resulting in a total of 16 applications processed that day. City Clerk staff members process pass- port applications on Mondays, between the hours of 9:OOAM and 3:OOPM. Con- tact them directly for more informa- tion, or go to the "Passport Services" link on the City Clerk's section of Tuk- wila's website: www ci.tukwila.wa.us Tukwila's Emergency Flood Information Line: 206-431-2186 RADIO City's emergency station, AM 1640 Radio stations (KOMO 1000AM, KIRO 97.3 FM) TV Tukwila TV, Comcast Channel 21 Broadcast TV channels (KOMO 4, KING 5, KIRO 7) WEB Go to the special information section on the City's website: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/hhdam.html for links to: + Flood warning website (King County government) + Howard Hanson Dam information (Corps of Engineers) + Northwest weather forecast (NOAA) + Green River Basin data summary (Corps of Engineers) MAY2009 3 Tukwila Citizen's Police Academy On April 7, nine dedicated students graduated from the second Tukwila Citizen's Police Academy. Meeting every Tuesday evening since the end of January and one Saturday, these students learned about emergency driving, firearms, SWAT, interroga- tion techniques, and what it takes to be a Tukwila Police Officer. The next Academy will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays, from September 14 to October 21. For more information about the pro- gram or registration, please contact Community Policing Coordina- tor Chris Partman at 206-431-2197 or cpartman@ci.tukwila.wa.us. ThankYou! The Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department expresses its appre- ciation and recognizes these supporters who made our 2009 Youth and Teen Basketball League possible. Sponsor Businesses and Organizations • Burien Upholstery • Cassan Enterprises • Cox Financial Services LLC • IAFF #2088 Tukwila Firefighters • Pancake Chef • Schneider Homes, Inc. • Seattle Jaycee Bingo • Smiles at Southcenter • Sons of Italy Piccoa Italia • Sportraits • Superior Custom Cabinets • Team Elite • Tukwila Children's Foundation Volunteer Coaches • Alfonso Gonzales • Arnonld Vicente • Ashley Ioane • B.J. Tucker • Brandon Hylton • Cheryl Berry • Chris Jonassen • Coryell Deloney • Darryl Johnson • David Hohimer • Deb Sorensen • Don Harris • Don Tomaso • Eric Shimizu • Gary Boyd • Janice Johnson -Sonia • Jason Cooper (JJ) • Jenna Rochelle • Jim Mackovicz • Jimmy Gonzales • JJ Tantico • John Morine • Jovita McConnell • Kalyn Neils • Kelly Gifford • Ken Berry • Kenyatta Sanders • Kim Johnson • Kirk Utley • Kory Ioane • Lamar Blakely • Malcolm Williams • Mandy Fiechtner • Mark Shimomura • Matt Davis • Megan Milus • Michael Snyder • Michael Stokes • Mike Medina • Mike Seifert • Nick Morine • Patrick Martinez • Paul Patu • Peter Garmoe • Phil Gallagher • Randall Morris • Randy Gifford • Rick Morine • Rick Nelson • Rob Hardy • Ron Beard • Ron Burroghs • Ron Engstrom • Scott Andrews • Shane McConnell • Stephanie Marsh • Steven Locher • Tawnya Maddox • Tom Rios • Tony Summers • Vince Deloney • Wayne Severson For more information about Tukwila Parks and Recreation programs, events and sponsorship opportunities, contact Dave Johnson at 206- 768-2822 or e-mail djohnson@ci.tukwila.wa.us. 23 years of D.A.R.E ifflARE: graduations continue CA On March 5, 225 fifth -graders from Tukwila, Thorn - dyke and Cascade View Elementary schools were recognized for completing the Tukwila Police De- partment's nine -week Drug Abuse Resistance Edu- cation Program, now in its 23rd year. To graduate, students were required to write an es- say about what they learned in D.A.R.E. and their personal commitment to stay drug-free. Eight stu- dents were selected to read their essay at gradua- tion. The 2009 graduates were entertained by the Seattle Seahawks Drum Core Blue Thunder. Chief of Police David Haynes spoke to the D.A.R.E graduates about the strong partnership between the Tukwila Police Department, the Tukwila School Dis- trict and the citizens of Tukwila, making the pro- gram a community success. Mayor Jim Haggerton reminded the graduates that they will be faced with many choices in life, and now because of D.A.R.E. they have the tools to make the right decisions. GREAT benefits Tukwila's youth For the past 10 years Tukwila's Police Department has proudly offered Gang Resistance Education and Training (GREAT), a prevention program aimed at middle school students in their transitional year (either 6th or 7th grade). This 13 -lesson program focuses on good decision-making skills and striving to involve students in their community. The lesson topics cover gang myth -busting, identifying your role in the community, decision making, effective com- munication, empathy, dealing with peer pressure, anger management and techniques for cooling off others. In addition, the students are required to do a community service project which helps them learn they are an important part of their community. Perhaps the best part about the GREAT program is that it is taught by police. Just like DARE, GREAT is about developing a positive rapport; our youth start seeing the police as real people, and police get an opportunity to see kids in a different light. Although the news may portray youth issues differ- ently, we are fortunate to have bright and talented young people in Tukwila schools — kids that have been touched by D.A.R.E., GREAT, good teaching and great parenting. These amazing kids are making a difference in our community every day. 1 4 THE HAZELNUT J RIVER LEGACY: ATukwila Centennial Music Celebration Friday, May 29 AT 7:OOPM Foster Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St Hear songs and dances enjoyed by the people who have lived in this region. American folk, spiritual and patriotic songs will be performed by the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle General Admission - $15, Seniors/Students - Renovation closes recycling services at Bow Lake Transfer Station r I L Present this coupon at the door and receive FREE ADMISSION FOR TWO! aLIP1I�R -11 Mahler Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection" Sunday, May 17 at 3:OOPM Foster Performing Arts Center - 4242 S 144th St Come enjoy this powerful masterpiece! Additional tickets can be purchased at the door, or by calling the Symphony Main Office at 206-781-5618, or email tickets@RainierSymphony.org. Ticket prices: Adult: S 17 Student/Senior: $12 Children 12 & under: Free! On March 16, all recycling services at the Bow Lake Transfer Station were closed until a renovation project is completed in late 2011 or early 2012. The suspen- sion of recycling services will affect all self -haulers. For basic recyclables (card- board, paper, cans, bottle, etc.), self -haulers have the following options: Sign Up for Curbside Collection — Contact Allied Waste (Sea -Tac Disposal) at 206-682-9735/206-652-850 or email kentmeridianseatacdisposal@awin.com. Use the Renton Transfer Station — at 3021 NE 4th St in Renton. Hours: Mon—Fri, 6:30AM-4:00PM; Sat—Sun, 8:30AM-5:30PM. Phone: 206-296-5566. Online: www.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste Use the Allied Waste Recycling Center — at 2733 - 3rd Ave S in Seattle Hours: Mon—Fri, 7:00AM-6:00PM, Sat & Sun: 8:00AM-5:30PM. Phone: 206-332-7700. Online: www.rabanco.com For questions regarding the suspension of recycling services, please call Frank Iriarte at 206-431-2445, or email him at firiarte@ci.tukwila.wa.us In memory of Donna West Tukwila's "Queen of Trash" for her tireless efforts in service to her city by organizing and leading the monthly trash & litter cleanups along Tukwila International Blvd. Donna exemplified the value of volunteerism contributing to the quality of community. Annual solid waste and recycling rate adjustment Effective April 1, 2009, residential, multi -family and commercial solid waste and recycling rates increased slightly, with a cap of 3.08%. If you have any problems with your bills or solid waste/recycling services, or have questions regarding the rate increase, please contact Frank Iriarte, Public Works Department, at 206-431- 2445 or firiarte@ci.tukwila.wa.us. Residential Multi -Family Commercial Description Cur- rent Rate New Rate Description Cur- rent Rate New Rate Description Cur- rent Rate New Rate 10 -gallon Mini Can $7.37 $7.55 1 -Yard Container 1 -Yard Container $12.18 $12.36 20 -Gallon Mini Can 8.70 8.87 2 -Yard Container 23.83 24.20 2 -Yard Container 21.40 21.68 32 -Gallon Can/Toter 11.76 11.97 4 -Yard Container 44.85 45.50 4 -Yard Container 40.63 41.11 64 -Gallon Toter 16.90 17.14 6 -Yard Container 62.84 63.68 6 -Yard Container 56.77 57.37 MAY2009 5 t7% Mo(7 tit Ma#iut ge,ves Mental health, substance abuse treatment Renton Area Youth Services, a licensed mental health center and substance abuse treatment agency, opened their doors in 1970 and became a non-profit organization in 1975. Their mission focuses on strengthening the lives of children, youth and families by restoring hope and stability in the face of emotional conflict, substance abuse and poverty. RAYS has been serving Tukwila residents since 1977. Counseling and mental health services from RAYS are pro- vided at all five Tukwila school sites during the day and after school. Children and teens are referred by school staff. RAYS staff obtain permission to initiate services and provide infor- mation to parents, who are often involved in interventions. Services last from a few sessions to long-term intervention, depending on the issue presented. Common issues include depression, grief and loss, school behavior and family con- flict. Some children are involved in life skills groups which focus on communication and problem solving, peer relation- ships, and conflict resolution. The agency also provides a twelve -session parent education class for Hispanic families in Tukwila. Home visitation services are offered as necessary, and families are helped in finding other needed resources. Renton Area Youth Service staff can be reached at 425-271- 5600, or you can visit their website at www.RAYS.org. "Tukwila Paints the Town" The Plein Air ("open air" or painting outdoors) Paint Out — a Tukwila Centennial event — is bringing artists from through- out the Northwest to paint outdoor scenes of Tukwila lo- cations from June 13-19. Painting sites emphasize ele- ments of the City's history, nature, neighborhoods, business, or quality of Tukwila life. The artists will receive a list of suggested locations but are free to paint any Tukwila scene during the seven-day "Tukwila Paints the Town" event. Art- ists can participate on as many days as their schedules allow. Acceptable media include oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastel. On Friday, June 19, the Paint Out will culminate in a juried show of all the paintings at the Tukwila Community Center between 6:00 and 8:OOPM. In addition, ribbons and cash priz- es will be awarded for Best of Show _. ($1,000), second place ($500) and third ($250) place. Human Services Office Evie — 206-433-7180 Stacy — 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 IIIIMIP Free immunizations for South County youth The Burien Youth Health Center (YHC) is a school -linked clinic offering primary care, counseling and vaccines for youth ages 13 to 20, providing all necessary vaccines for youth ages 13-18 at low cost or no charge. Young women can receive the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine while they are adolescents, at around age 13. Be- fore starting college, teens should receive a meningococcal vaccine. Adolescents ages 10-14 have the second highest rate of whooping cough (pertussis) infection in King County! It is crucial that adolescents receive tetanus and pertussis boosters to be sure they are completely vaccinated against whooping cough. Tuberculosis testing is also available. The Center is located on the Highline Medical Center cam- pus, at 16110 - 8th Avenue SW, Suite B-1 in Burien (served by bus routes #139 and #123. The YHC accepts most health insurances, and will help youth and their families apply for State -assisted insurance. The YHC can also offer free or re- duced -rate services to adolescents in financial need. Healthy children become healthy adults, and vaccinations are an important tool for maintaining good health. All ad- olescents should be current on vaccines; the Youth Health Center can help. Call 206-439-9300 for an appointment. Prior to the juried show, the public is invited to the Cen- ter to watch a "Quick Draw" — an event where the artists have only two hours to complete a painting, between 4:00- 6:OOPM. The public will be able to vote for their favorite, and these paintings will also be for sale. Because the very nature of the Plein Air Paint Out event requires artists to do their painting outdoors and within City limits, Tukwila residents and business community members may get the opportunity to watch artists in many different locations during the week of June 13-19. The intention of the Paint Out Committee — working together with the Tukwila Arts Commission, Tukwila's Historical Society and City staff — is for this event to reflect our Centennial pride by showcasing the beautiful areas of Tukwila we see every day. For more information about this event or to receive an appli- cation package, please email Tukwila Paint -Out chairperson Jacque Carroll at tukwila_paintout@comcast.net. 6 -- THE HAZELNUT "E -Cycle Washington" is Here! Washington's FREE recycling program takes computers, computer monitors, laptops, and TVs. You can drop off these electronics for no charge at the fol- lowing E -Cycle Washington locations in Tukwila: Goodwill Southcenter Store — 1174 Andover Park East — 206-575-4944 American Electronics Recycling —18435 Olympic Ave South — 425-251-1997 RE -PC — 510 Andover Park West — 206-575-8737 Contact these businesses before bringing materials for recycling, as drop-off lo- cations and materials may change. Please also note that computer peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and printers are not included in the free E -CYCLE Washington program but will be accepted at Tukwila Recycling Collection Event (see article above). TUKWILA RESOURCE _ ,,�,* Tukwila Special Residential Recycling Event Saturday, May 16 — 9:OOAM to 3:OOPM Location: Tukwila Village site at the corner of S 144th Street & 41st Avenue S (one block west of Foster High School) These materials will be collected from residents and recycled: ✓ Anti -freeze ✓ Motor oil and filters ✓ Lead acid batteries ✓ Alkaline batteries (AAAA, AAA, AA, A, A C & D cell batteries) ✓ Tires (6 per load; no rims, no heavy truck or backhoe tires; some user fees apply) ✓ Bulky yard waste (no rocks, brush, leaves or sod) ✓ Scrap wood (untreated, unpainted wood only) ✓ Scrap metal (ferrous and non-ferrous) ✓ Used clothing ✓ Reusable household goods ✓ Cardboard (please flatten; no wax -coated cardboard) ✓ Propane tanks ($5 charge) ✓ Refrigerators/freezers/air condi- tioners ($25 charge per unit) ✓ Appliances ($5 charge for each water heater with insulation) ✓ Porcelain toilets and sinks (remove toilet seats, hardware and base wax rings; $5 charge) ✓ Electronic equipment (computers, printers, mouse, keyboards, cellular phones, fax machines, scanners) ✓ Computer monitors ($10 charge) ✓ Televisions: 36" or smaller screens and encased in plastic ($20 charge) ✓ Televisions: 36"+ screens, wood console, sets encased in wood, and big screen TV sets ($25 charge) ✓ Projection TV sets ($30 charge) Recycle your electronics for free! See e -cycle article below You'll receive a mailing with additional information on which materials to bring and which to leave at home. NOTE: ALL USER FEES MUST BE PAID BY CASH ONLY City recognizes Business Recyclers of 2008 The City of Tukwila recognized both Red Dot Corporation and Starfire Sports as "Tukwila Business Recyclers of the Year" for their outstanding recycling and waste prevention successes. Located at the Fort Dent site, Starfire Sports imple- mented an environmental program which included: adding environmentally friendly turf; exploring composting options for onsite vendors; buying recycled office products; reducing electricity usage by 25%; installing bathroom light sensors; using reclaimed water; purchasing 75 re- cycling containers and implementing recy- cling for all of their soccer fields, increas- ing their recycling rate from 0% to 75%! Red Dot manufactures and distributes heating and air conditioning products for the heavy vehicle industry. Located at 495 Andover Park East, Red Dot Cor- poration further improved an aggressive sustainability program; achieved over 75% recycling rate of materials in- cluding steel, commingled re- cycling, pallets, etc.; adding an environmental policy; quarter- ly management meetings to re- view adherence to international and local environmental standards and recycling efforts; environmental training of 416 employees (91%); added approximately 200 recycling bins and recycling posters throughout both Tukwila facilities and im- proved collection practices; implemented battery recycling program; started "Green Squad"; included an e -climate update in the employee newsletter; phased out some of their Styrofoam products for corrugated materials; recently won EPA's climate pro- tection award. MAY 2009 7 CITY DIRECTORY TUKWILA CITY HALL 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Hours: Monday—Friday, 8:30MM-5:00PM Telephone: 206-433-1800 Fax number: 206-433-1833 TTY number: 206-248-2933 Website: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us E-mail: tukwla@ci.tukwla.wa.us TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Joan Hernandez, Pres. 206-248-0260 Joe Duffle (beeper #) 206-994-7229 Pamela Linder 206-439-2473 Dennis Robertson 206-242-6373 Verna Griffin 206-293-3274 Kathy Hougardy 206-571-0007 De'Sean Quinn 206-241-0225 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's Office Jim Haggerton, Mayor 206-433-1805 Rhonda Berry, City Admin 206-433-1851 City Clerk's Office 206-433-1800 Economic Development 206-433-1832 Human Services 206-433-7180 Municipal Court 206-433-1840 Tourism/Marketing 206-575-2489 Community Development Dept. Jack Pace, Director 206-431-3670 Code Enforcement 206-431-3682 Finance Department Shawn Hunstock, Director 206-433-1835 Fire Department Nick Olivas, Chief 206-575-4404 Information Technology Department Mary Miotke, Director 206-433-7150 Parks/Recreation Department Bruce Fletcher, Director 206-767-2342 Personnel Department Viki Jessop, Director 206-433-1831 Personnel 206-433-1831 City Job Line 206-433-1828 Police Department David Haynes, Chief 206-433-1808 Public Works Department Jim Morrow, Director 206-433-0179 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 THE HAZELNUT newsletter is published five times a year by the City of Tukwila, and written by City staff. Editing/production: Stacia Norris Volunteers improve wetland habitat Hardworking volunteers planted over 300 native trees and shrubs at the Tukwila Pond Wetland Buffer Enhance- ment Project site on February 28. This enthusiastic community effort included volunteers from: • Tukwila residents • Macy's Logistics and Operations (the City's main partner on the project) • Mt. Rainier High School Environmen- tal Club • New Enchantment (Novo Encanto) • DCD and Police Department staff and friends Starbucks on Andover Park West donat- ed coffee for the volunteers. Besides removing blackberries and plant- ing native trees, shrubs and groundcover, the Wetland Buffer Enhancement Project will install a trail for visitor enjoyment and provide an interpretive sign on the southeast side of Tukwila Pond. Fund- ed in part by a "WaterWorks" grant from King County's Department of Natural Re- sources and Parks, this project is one part of an overall plan to improve water quali- ty, wildlife habitat, and public enjoyment at Tukwila Pond. Volunteers wanting to "get dirty" can cut back blackberries, do planting, do weeding, or spread wood chips. To get involved and be kept up-to-date on up- coming work parties, watch the Hazel- nut and the City's website for announce- ments, or contact Volunteer Coordinator Tracy Gallaway at the Department of Parks and Recreation, at 206-768-2822. THE HAZELNUT City of Tukwila 6200 Southcenter Blvd. Tukwila, WA 98188 Postmaster: If named addressee has moved, deliver to current resident. r PRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO. 12698 To help us correct addresses or eliminate duplicates, please call 206-433-1800.