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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-09 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 30 No. 4A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities VOLUME 30, NUMBER 4 SEPTEMBER 2009 Autumn's return to the rainy season means stormwater runoff and pollution Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snowmelt flows over the ground. Impervious surfaces like driveways, sidewalks and streets prevent stormwater from naturally soaking into the ground. Why is stormwater runoff a problem? Stormwater can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants and flow into a storm system or directly to a lake, stream, river, wet- land, or coastal water. Anything that enters a storm sewer system is discharged untreated into the waterbodies we use for swimming, fishing, and providing drinking water. The effects of pollution — Polluted stormwater runoff can have adverse effects on plants, fish, animals and people. + Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms. When algae die, they sink to the bottom and decompose in a process that removes oxygen from the water. Fish and other aquatic organisms can't exist in water with low oxygen levels. + Sediment can cloud the water and make it difficult or impossible for aquatic plants to grow. Sediment also can destroy aquatic habitats. + Debris — plastic bags, six-pack rings, bottles and cigarette butts — washed into waterbodies can choke, suffocate or disable aquatic life like ducks, fish, turtles and birds. + Household hazardous wastes like insecticides, pesticides, paint, solvents, used motor oil, and other auto fluids can poison aquatic life. Land animals and people can become sick or die from eating diseased fish and shellfish or in- gesting polluted water. + Polluted stormwater often affects drinking water sources which can, in turn, affect water treatment costs. For more information about stormwater impacts, please call Greg Villanueva, Tukwila Public Works, at 206-431-2442. Mayor's Message: Rock 'n' Roll, Light Rail and Night Out (oh, my!) Since the last Hazelnut, the City of Tukwila has been involved in a num- ber of events that generated headlines locally and nationally. I am proud of our City employees for the effort they expended to make the first ever Tukwila to Seattle Rock `n' Roll Marathon and 12 Marathon a resounding success. The start line on Interurban Avenue near the Gateway Center was manned by approximately 300 volunteers and turned out to be a perfect location to stage the 25,000 participants. Virtually all departments in the city, with assistance from some neighboring jurisdictions, played some role in mak- ing this event a memorable one and led some of the race organizers to com- ment that the City of Tukwila went all out to make this event a success and they were extremely impressed. Congratulations to the volunteers from our service organizations, neighbor- hoods, and friends from throughout the area who contributed their time and ef- fort. My special thanks go out to the Gateway Center and Interurban Avenue businesses who allowed us to organize the start line activities in this area. The latest major event was for the City of Tukwila to welcome the beginning of Central Link Light Rail service from the Westlake Station in Seattle to the Tukwila Station on Tukwila Interna- tional Boulevard. Following the dedi- cation and ribbon cutting ceremonies on the morning of Saturday, July 18, light rail was opened to the public for free rides all weekend. The system officially opened on Mon- day, July 20 to fare -paying customers and appears to have been very well re- ceived. Tukwila is fortunate to have a landscaped parking area at our station with an overflow lot nearby. We have a very good agreement with Sound Transit covering operation of the light rail system in Tukwila. Sound Transit will be monitoring noise levels and other concerns of our citizens. (Please see back page.) Tuesday, August 4 saw another very successful Night Out Against Crime, a national program whereby many of our neighborhoods come together for shar- ing good food, getting to know each other a little better, and visiting with City staff and elected officials who en- joy visiting all the gatherings around the city. Congratulations to all the participants in Tukwila who help make this event so popular. Jim Ha g rton, Mayor CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS: JUNE & JULY 2009 June 2009 Awarded contract to Lakeside Industries for 2009-2010 Street Overlay Program. Authorized agreement with Anchor QEA, LLC for construc- tion management services for 2009-2010 Overlay and Re- pair project. Approved ordinance granting non-exclusive franchise to TW Telecom of Washington, LLC, to construct, operate and maintain telecommunications system within the City. Held three public hearings for Tukwila South project re- garding vacating portions of existing Frager Road right-of- way from approximately existing City limits to South 200th Street; vacating portions of existing Southcenter Parkway right-of-way from approximately South 180th Street to exist- ing City limits; and declaring real property located at Frager Road and South 200th Street to be surplus, and authorizing its exchange. Adopted respective ordinances on each item. Approved Development Agreement with La Pianta, LLC for the project known as Tukwila South. Adopted Tukwila South Master Plan. Held public hearing regarding annexation of approximately 259 acres of real property known as the Tukwila South Proj- ect property. Adopted respective ordinance on this item. Awarded contract to Green River Construction for the 2009 Small Drainage Program. Adopted Six -Year Transportation Improvement Program for the period 2010-2015. Approved fireworks permit for fireworks display at Family Fourth at the Fort celebration on July 4, 2009. Authorized interlocal agreement amendment with King County for enhanced animal control services. For up-to-date information about Council meetings, agendas, and activities, visit http://www.cLtukwila.wa.us July 2009 Reappointed Joan Hernandez, Falicia Green, Jonathan Jo- seph, Verna Griffin and Alma Villegas to Equity & Diversity Commission. Awarded contract to Construct Company, LLC for Codiga Park Construction project. Authorized agreement with PACE Engineering for Gilliam Creek Basin Stormwater Overflow project. Reconvened public hearing regarding Shoreline Master Pro- gram (SMP) Update and Environmental Review. Authorized expenditure of Sound Transit mitigation funds for purchase of specialized fire equipment relative to Link Light Rail project. Amended Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 14.12.260 re- garding "Discharge of Foreign Substance into Public Sewer," updating requirements to meet current guidelines, and add- ing regulations regarding unlawful discharge enforcement. Approved ordinance granting non-exclusive franchise to AT&T Corporation to install, operate, and maintain telecom- munications system within the City. Amended regulations regarding bid procedures, and added emergency procurement provisions. Approved resolution executing certificates and approving fi- nancial and operating information of the City for Cascade Water Alliance Official Statement for Cascade 2009 Bonds. Authorized Proceeds Distribution and Hold -Harmless agree- ment with City of Bellevue regarding distribution of proceeds from sale of Jail Alternative Group (JAG) property. Approved resolution delegating Public Works permitting au- thority for Tukwila South Project to Anchor QEA and KPFF. Authorized contracts with Anchor QEA and KPFF for Tukwila South project management services in amounts not to exceed $50,000.00 per contract. Council Coffee Chat On the second 6aturday of each month, thi8 is a chance for an informal visit to meet your Councilmembers. Tell them what's on your mind about Tukwila! Time: 10:OOam to 12:00 noon Place: 6tarbucks at 13038 Interurban Avenue 6. Date: 6aturdays, 6eptember 12, October 10 for more information, call 206-433-1834 2 THE HAZELNUT 1 COUNCIL CORNER fril WI/0 461,tedib& by Joan Hernandez, Council President This summer has been a blend of celebrations, festivities and accomplishments. The Rock `n' Roll Marathon was a huge success as it put Tukwila on the map and filled our hotels and restaurants with customers. The Family Fourth at Fort Dent was well attended by many families who took advantage of the warm evening to enjoy the free enter- tainment and fireworks. National Crime Night Out and our annual Tukwila Days were other opportunities to participate in community gatherings. On July 17 Mayor Haggerton and I took the round-trip Link Light Rail preview ride from the Westlake Station in Seattle to Tukwila and back. In her remarks at the Westlake Station ceremony, Senator Murray thanked Tukwila and all the oth- er partners by acknowledging our "shared sacrifice." I thank those residents living in the Duwamish/Allentown corridor who have brought to our attention the need to address light rail noise levels in that area. A Sound Transit representa- tive recently assured us that they will "continue to monitor noise and vibration along the trackway in Tukwila, including where complaints are received, and, if noise levels are above standards, Sound Transit will take reasonable measures to mitigate them." We will work with Sound Transit to see that our residents' concerns are addressed. As the school year begins, I thank the Neighbors Without Borders community action committee for advocating for a traffic safety beacon in the Cascade area school zone. With City staff's response, we were able to obtain a grant for in- stallation of two flashing beacons at the intersection of South 135th and 32nd Avenue South. Seeking photos of Duwamish Tukwila's Parks and Recreation Depart- ment is working with Cascade Land Conservancy to restore the Duwamish Riverbend Hill Park — by constructing trails and making other improvements — and then opening the property to the public in 2010. Located at 3800 South 115th Street on the west side of the Poverty Hill neighborhood, the park property overlooks the Duwamish Riv- er and the Allentown and Duwamish neighborhoods. We are looking for any historic pho- tographs of the park property and the I also thank the Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee for their "Operation Clean Sweep" around the Sound Transit light rail station and for being there to wel- come the first visitors to the station on opening day. During this past quarter, your Council attended extra work sessions on the proposed update of Tukwila's existing Shore- line Master Program (SMP), which establishes regulations for the management and protection of the State's shoreline and requires cities to develop their own SMP based on State guidelines. The Green/Duwamish River is the "shoreline of statewide significance" in the City of Tukwila and borders many residential and commercial properties that will be im- pacted by these regulations. Councilmembers are continuing their SMP work sessions with the goal of balancing the need to protect public safety and shorelines from further erosion and environmental degradation, while at the same time be- ing sensitive to the impacts to private property owners who bear the burden of wider buffers and future development restrictions. Tukwila's Planning Commission began the re- view of the SMP in 2008 and forwarded their recommended draft version to the Council in 2009. After Council review and deliberations, the document goes to the Department of Ecology (DOE) for their review and approval. The DOE will hold a public hearing in Tukwila and may have additional issues for the City to address before the final Plan can be ap- proved. After DOE approval, the policies and regulations in the document will go into effect. More details can be found on the City's website: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. Thank you to the many volunteers who have lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance at the Committee of the Whole Council meetings. If you'd like to participate in this opportunity, call the City Clerk's office or Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst at 206-433-1800. Riverbend Hill area surrounding area, for possible inclusion in displays about the park's history. If your family has any photos to share, showing farms once located around the Hill, the views from the Hill's summit, boats on that stretch of the Duwamish River, or the Interurban line that once ran along the Hill's west side, we want to hear from you. High-resolution scans of photos can be emailed to the Parks Department, or you can temporarily loan your photos to the Parks Department for scanning. Photos may also be donated to the Tukwila His- torical Society; please contact Pat Brodin at pbrodinC ci.tukwila.wa.us, or call 206-433-1861. Photos will be accepted through the end of 2009. For more information about this project or to send your scanned pictures, email Stephanie Gardner at sgardner@ci. tukwila.wa.us or call her at 206-767- 2342. For more information about the Duwamish Riverbend Hill Park, includ- ing upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit www.duwamishhill.org. 1 SEPTEMBER 2009 3 Police employee completes FBI training On June 12, Commander Dennis McOmber success- fully completed training at the FBI National Acad- emy located in Quantico, Virginia. This intensive 10 -week professional course of study for law enforce- ment leaders serves to improve the administration of justice in police departments and agencies at home and abroad, and to raise law enforcement standards, knowledge and cooperation worldwide. Only selected leaders and managers of state and local police, sheriffs' departments, military police organizations and federal law enforce- ment agencies are invited to attend the Academy. In addition to officers from the United States, the National Academy also invites a number of international law enforcement officers from over 150 foreign countries to participate in its renowned training program. Officers participate in a wide range of training that includes college courses in law, behavioral science, forensic science, leadership de- velopment, communication, and physical fitness. Attending the FBI National Academy provides a unique opportunity to share ideas, techniques and experiences with each other, as well as create life- long partnerships that span state, national and international lines. The benefits of reading Congratulations to Kathy Tram, the grand prize winner of the Tukwila Library Advisory Board's cen- tennial activity, "Hundreds of Books." Kathy won a basket of books, bookstore gift certificates, and a copy of "Tukwila — Community at the Crossroads." Throughout the year-long project, 320 participants turned in slips representing 1,773 books read, and drawings were held for bookstore gift certificates. Winners of the certificates were Travis Boyd, Pam Carter, William Gorjance, Jennifer Hergert, Colleen Le, Taylor Leighton -Louis and Raymond Singleton. Thanks to everyone who participated. The "Friends of the Tukwila Li- braries" help support programs at Foster and Tukwila Libraries. As a fundraiser, the group is raffling a handmade afghan, on display at the Foster Library. Purchase a ticket before the November 30 drawing by stopping by one of the libraries... and don't forget to check out something to read! Tukwila's Police Department depends on its volunteers Because of the contributions of our many dedicated volunteers, the Tukwila Police Department is able to provide services to the community without taking officers off the street. The Police Records Division utilizes a volunteer who provides public fin- gerprinting services on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 2:00 and 4:30PM., freeing up Division staff to provide other Police -related services. Our fin- gerprint volunteer processes well over 700 individuals a year. A dedicated crew of five volunteers staffs the Neighborhood Resource Center on Tukwila International Bou- levard at South 148th Street, assisting citizens with a variety of information, from driving directions to when to call a police officer. They provide another set of eyes for the Police Department by monitoring surveillance cameras along Tukwila International Boulevard and summoning officers if trouble is spotted. One volunteer also makes re- minder calls to names on the Tukwila Municipal Court calendar, saving many people from missed court dates! Members of the Community -Orient- ed Policing Citizens Advisory Board (COPCAB) — which consists of busi- ness, resident, student and school rep- resentatives — take time away from their busy schedules to meet with the Chief of Police on the fourth Wednesday of every month, to identify and offer solu- tions to problems within the commu- nity. Additionally, COPCAB promotes public safety and community policing through participation in events such as Night Out Against Crime, Tukwila Days and more. The Traffic Safety Volunteers' duties include monitoring handicap parking spaces, impounding abandoned ve- hicles left on City streets, and placing the speed radar trailers at various loca- tions. Their assistance allows officers to spend more time conducting speed/ traffic enforcement, school zone safety and collision investigations. Traffic Safety Volunteers are accepted on an on-going basis; for more information, please call 206-433-1813. The Tukwila Police Explorers are a group of young men and women be- tween the ages of 14 and 21 with a desire to learn about law enforcement. No matter what type of career each member is considering, the Explorer program helps them develop into reli- able and responsible adults. In addi- tion to weekly meetings. the Explorers participate in various state and national competitions, as well as providing se- curity and traffic control at various City and regional events. Nine of our mem- bers recently completed a one-week live-in academy held in Maple Valley. For more information about the Ex- plorers program, call 206-433-1813 or 206-433-1823. 1 4 THE HAZELNUT They work to keeping Tukwila lookin' good Tukwila's Code Enforcement officers work proactively to identify code violations in City neighborhoods, as well as investigat- ing complaints from citizens about par- ticular concerns in their neighborhoods. Common code violations include: Residential Parking: All vehicles — passenger cars, trucks, vans and recreational vehicles (motorhomes, trailers or boats) — must be parked on either asphalt, con- crete or compacted gravel on private residential property. Recreational vehicles, when parked in the front yard, MUST be parked on the regular driveway. Commercial Vehicles: Commercial vehicles — semi -trucks, delivery trucks, limou- sines, etc. — are prohibited from parking on residential City streets unless actively loading or unloading commodities. The owner/operator of a commercial vehicle is permitted to park one commercial vehicle on the driveway of his residence. Junk Vehicles: You may not store a junk vehicle (inoperable, unlicensed, missing major components) or vehicle parts outside of a garage or carport. Garbage or Debris: Garbage must be stored in lidded containers until it is dis- posed of at the landfill. Curbside garbage collection is available. Business Licenses: All businesses are required to have a current business license issued by the City Clerk's office. Home occupations also require a business license and must meet additional requirements established by the Zoning Code. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADO: Sometimes referred to as "mother-in-law" apartments, ADUs are permitted in the single-family zone. ADUs may not be established in a detached structure, must meet size restrictions, off-street parking must be provided, and the owner must occupy one of the units. Contact a planner in DCD for more information. Graffiti: It is the responsibility of the property owner to remove or paint over graffiti on their buildings or structures. Weeds and Overgrowth: Weeds or uncultivated plants over 24" in height are considered a nuisance. Be a good neighbor by keeping weeds and blackberry bushes trimmed back from the property lines. Building Permits: Many construction projects need building permits. If you feel there is work being done without a valid permit or have a questions about con- struction in your area, please call the Permit Center at 206-431-3670. Sign Permits: Temporary and permanent signs need permits. Tukwila's Sign Code information is available online at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. Code Enforcement officers Kathy Stetson and Mary Hulvey are available to answer any questions you may have about nuisances present in your neighbor- hood. Give them a call — Mary: 206- 431-3676, Kathy: 206-431-3682 — or reach them by email at tukcode@ci. tukwila.wa.us. All are encouraged to do their part in keeping our City looking its best. Driving safely in Tukwila The Tukwila PD's Traffic Unit focuses on working with our citizens and community to provide safe streets in Tukwila through the multiple efforts of education, enforcement and commu- nity involvement. The officers from the Traffic Unit re- mind you to pay attention when driv- ing on our streets. With summer com- ing to an end and schools nearly back in session, there are more pedestrians along the roadways, requiring more vigilance from the motoring public. Please obey the speed limits and stop signs, especially in neighborhoods and while driving in the areas surrounding our schools. Be very aware of pedestrians in crosswalks — as they cross busy streets, their lives depend on you paying attention. Don't drive while dis- tracted, and remember to buckle your seat- belts! So much for the education part. Regarding enforcement, $124 is the MINIMUM fine for moving violations, but if you are involved in a collision, the financial and emotional damage can be much higher. Remember that the school zone speed limit of 20MPH is in effect "when children are present"; exceeding that 20MPH speed limit can result in a MINIMUM $177 fine, and the fines increase exponentially with an increase in your speed. As a member of this community, you should become involved. If you wit- ness unsafe driving or pedestrian con- duct, please call 911 to report it. (Tell the 911 dispatcher that it is not an emergency so they can place you on hold if they are busy; using 911 is the only way to get an officer to respond to your concern.) Questions? Please call Tukwila's Police Department at 206-433-1808. SEPTEMBER 2009 5 1 6 THE HAZELNUT Human Services Office Evie — 206-433-7180 Stacy — 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 Looking for volunteer opportunities? Way Back Inn operates a transitional housing program for families with children. They are currently looking for volunteers who would be inter- ested in doing basic yard maintenance for their four units in Tukwila. For each house a volunteer would mow the grass on a regular basis, plus per- form minimal weeding and occasional edging/trimming of shrubs or trees. Access to a truck or van that can transport a lawn mower would be helpful; some basic yard tools can be provided. If you are interested in volunteering for this or any other opportunity to help, please contact Program Manager Tonya Ward at 425- 432-6766, or email ward.tonya@comcast.net. You can check out all the volunteer opportunities on their website at www.way-back-inn.org. Supporting our neighbors Between significant layoffs and in- creased prices for basic goods, in- dividuals and families struggle to pay their bills and put food on the table. Previously -employed people now have reduced hours or are not working at all. More individuals are calling government and non- profit services for help, finding less money available to help forestall eviction and utility shut -offs. More people are applying to the Depart- ment of Social and Health services to obtain food stamps and deter- mine their eligibility for cash assis- tance. What can we do to help our neighbors? Some examples: Donate to your local food bank. Produce from your garden and/or cash assistance is always appre- ciated. In Tukwila, contact the Tukwila Pantry at 206-431-8293. On your utility bills, you may have an option to contribute to a fund to help others who can't pay their bills. For Puget Sound Energy, con- tributing to the "warm fund" will help someone who risks having their utilities shut off. Gently used clothing in good con- dition is greatly appreciated by Tukwila families Contact your local school to find out when they will host a "care night". Check out the school supply lists at each of the Tukwila schools. Make a donation of a few items, or get your co-workers to adopt a school and donate supplies together. Do- nate your unopened, unused small toiletries like shampoo, soap and toothbrushes to the schools. Contribute to your local Rotary, Tukwila Children's Foundation (www.tukwilachildrensfounda- tion.org), or United Way. In the Human Services Department section on the City's website, you'll find 26 non-profit agencies listed that assist Tukwila residents. Offer to serve on their boards, or make a cash donation to an agency whose mission you believe in. Volunteer to teach English, be a Big Brother or Sister, or donate grocery or gas gift certificates to a local non- profit agency. Celebrating summer success! Community Schools Collaboration congratu- lates the newly -arrived refugees and bilingual students who graduated from the recent in- novative Summer Success program at the Tukwila School District. Nearly 50 students from grades K-12, most speaking little or no English, were welcomed by CSC staff, Inter- national Refugee Committee interns, Wash- ington Reading Corps/VISTA/AmeriCorps volunteers and Community Health interns from Western Washington University, who led them through an intensive four-week program at Foster High School. Students participated in a wide range of activi- ties designed to help smooth their transition into the Tukwila School District by teaching life and school readiness skills and introducing them to American culture. In addition to a day -long curriculum that included academic, recreational and enrichment activities, all kids received free dental exams and cleanings. The program ended with the surprise of new backpacks, clothes and shoes! Katrina Dohn, a long-time Tukwila School District math coach, was instrumental in organizing a clothing drive with help from the Tukwila Rotary, Tukwila Children's Foundation, Tukwila Payless Shoe Source, Kids Without Borders founder Son Mi- chael Pham, Tukwila Councilmember Verna Griffin with her children Alex and Jacque, and other folks. They enabled happy, excited kids to get a head start on the upcoming school year with new shoes, clothes and the skills to make this fall a little easier and a lot more fun! TUKWILA Ten tips for cutting down on your trash 1. Put recycling bins in your kitchen, home office and bedrooms to make recycling convenient. 2. Use a reusable water bottle. 3. Compost or place food scraps in your yard -waste cart if you have this service at home. One-third of garbage is food waste. 4. Post recycling guidelines on your refrigerator or another prominent spot. 5. Give some items to charity or hold a garage sale instead of throwing them away. 6. Bring a reusable cloth bag when you go shopping. 7. Reuse or recycle your old television, computer or other electronics at a Tukwila location (see below). Visit www.takeitbacknetwork.org to find additional sites. 8. Get off junk mail lists (the Web has a variety of tools to do this). 9. Don't print from your computer unless you need to. Print double -sided when you do. Store your files electronically. 10. Reuse foam packaging or take it to a shipping store. Recycling Electronics in Tukwila The following sites participate in Washington's E -Cycle program. They accept computers, monitors and televisions free of charge. Some sites take additional items. Be sure to check with each site individually to learn specific details and applicable conditions. American Electronics Recycling 18435 Olympic Ave S, Tukwila Toll-free phone: 1-888-880-1254 Hours: Monday—Saturday, Hours: 9:OOAM to Monday—Saturday, 3:OOPM RE -PC 8:OOAM to 8:OOPM 510 Andover Park W, Sunday: Tukwila 9:OOAM to 6:OOPM Goodwill Southcenter Store 1174 Andover Park W, Tukwila Phone: 206-575-4944 Phone: 206-575-8737 Website: wwwrepc.com Hours: Monday—Saturday, 10:OOAM to 7:OOPM For more information, please contact Recycling Coordinator Rebecca Fox Phone: 206-431-3683 Email: rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us Compost bins available Good news! Just in time for the fall raking season, a limited supply of high quality, heavy-duty, recycled plastic compost bins is available for Tukwila residents, at the very discounted price of $20. They're available at the Tukwila Community Center front desk during business hours. First come, first served while supplies last. What: Plastic Compost Bins For: Tukwila residents (with proof of residence/address) Where: Tukwila Community Center 12424 - 42nd Avenue South Cost: $20 cash or check When: Monday thru Friday, 6:15AM to 9:OOPM Saturdays, 8:OOAM to 4:OOPM Compost booklets available Autumn brings falling leaves, along with opportunities for composting to improve plant growth and health. Learn more by requesting your FREE "Users Guide to Compost." Please call Rebecca Fox at 206-431-3683, or email rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us. 1 SEPTEMBER 2009 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://wwwci.tukwila.wa.us E-mail: tukwila@ci.tukwila.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 Mate), Analyst 206-433-1834 Council Message Line 206-431-3652 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 7:00PM 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 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. Tukwila's Emergency Flood Information Line: 206-431-2186 RADIO City's emergency station, AM 1640 Radio stations (KOMO 1000 AM, 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) LINK LIGHT RAIL NOISE STUDY Sound Transit has heard from residents about the noise coming from Link light rail trains in certain locations along the elevated trackway in Tukwila. Conditions for Tukwila to approve Sound Transit's construction within the City included noise and vibration monitoring for three years from the start of service. The City has set up an eList regarding the Link Light Rail project. If you would like to submit comments/complaints or receive the latest updated information about this project, please sign up online on our website at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/dcd/ linklightrail.html. TUKWILA ONLINE Check us out for up-to-date information about your City's government, services and events: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us Puget Sound Blood Center TUKWILA BLOOD DRIVE Dates: Tuesday, October 20 Tuesday, December 15 Time: 9:00 to 11:OOAM 12:00 to 3:00PM in the Auditorium at Boeing Employees Credit Union 12770 Gateway Drive, Tukwila For more information or to schedule an appointment to donate blood, please contact MaryToal at 206-439-5981, or by email at mtoalbecu.org.