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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-01 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 23 No. 11908 In the last issue of the Hazelnut, I wrote to you about reasons for optimism de- spite the current economic climate and the shock of September 11. We cer- tainly cannot and should not forget what our nation has been through since September's tragedy. But I believe we should begin a New Year acknowledg- ing the positive. This past year in Tuk- wila was marked by a number of impor- tant events and accomplishments. While many believed that it couldn't be done, we successfully achieved a Light Rail alignment that does not divide our City with a concrete barrier running the entire length of Tukwila International Boulevard. Our continued efforts will ensure that disruption to our commu- nity is minimized while the value of the routing to us is maximized. We are not yet done with this project! We were successful in convincing Sound Transit to release the grant fund neces- sary to being our work on Tukwila International Boulevard. This spring you will see the start of a project that will HE HAZELNUT A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business community VOLUME 23, NUMBER 1 JANUARY 2002 Message from Mayor: A tough year, but Tukwila accomplished a lot in 2001 bring sidewalks, underground utilities and street trees to the Boulevard. At the same time we hope to break ground on Phase One of Tukwila Village at the old South City Motel site. This project will be a mixed-use development that will help "redefine" the character of what many of us used to call "the strip". More good news: crime continues to fall along the boulevard. Our recently en- acted "Safety in Overnight Lodging" or- dinance has helped the hotel and motel industry more effective deal with certain unsavory elements who might choose to frequent their establishments. In the area of recreation, property as- semblage was completed for Cascade View Park, and an architect has been hired to begin design work. Expect to see completion of the park late next summer. Since the annexations in 1989 and 1990, wehave completed or planned four parks in our new neighborhoods. The City Council also approved the hir- ing of an architect for the design of the new Foster Golf Links Clubhouse. Surface Water improvements demonstrate their worth A decade's worth of surface water and small drainage work has resulted in fewer and fewer problems within some of Tukwila's most notorious drainage areas. In the winter storms of 1990, the City received over 2-1/2 inches of rain in a 24- hour period, requiring three months of maintenance and construction efforts to recover from the damage. Now more than a decade later, the City received 2.69 inches in a 24-hour period in November and similar storms recently in December, with only minor problems that were fixed within 24 hours. There is still work to be done but, in general, the significant accomplishments over the last 10 years of capital improvements in the City of Tukwila have really paid off. Early in 2001 the City completed its first long-range economic development strat- egy. I expect to hire an Economic Devel- opment Coordinator in 2002, and begin aggressive efforts to ensure our competi- tive position in the region's economy. Several other accomplishments during 2001 are worthy of note: Tukwila provided leadership in the area of the Endangered Species Act in aggressive compliance with salmon preservation and clean water practices. We spon- sored the Memorial Day celebration at the Museum of Flight, and worked in partnership with the Tukwila School District to establish the Tukwila Com- munity Schools Collaboration Project. We sent three member of the Tukwila Fire Department to New York City as part of the Urban Search and Rescue contingent to assist in recovery opera- tions after September 11. Most of all, the Council, Mayor's Office and entire staff worked hard to provide you with responsive and effective services. 2002 will be a busy and productive year as we work together in the building or our community. Senior housing, public transpiration and our Sounder station development are just within our grasp but still require a lot of leg work in the coming year. In closing, I wish you a happy New Year, and "I'll see you at the meetings". Steve Mullet, Mayor Tukwila City Council Actions: November/December 2001 Adopted/Approved: • Resolution #1479, canceling past due accounts receivable and re- turned check write-offs. • Ordinance #1980, amending the 2001 budget. • Underground Construction Contract with Seattle City Light in the amount of $109,615.00 (S. 150th Street Improvements, 42nd -46th Ave. S.) • Interlocal Agreement with the City of SeaTac for utility undergrounding on International Blvd. (SeaTac) • Interlocal Agreement with King County, concerning permitting ser- vices for development related to fu- ture expansion of Museum of Flight. • Resolution #1480, approving the Non -Represented Wage Schedule for 2002. • Commute Trip Reduction Interlocal Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for 2001-2003. • A Commute Trip Reduction Act Implementation Agreement with King County Metro for 2001-2002. • Ord. #1981, updating the City's street and alley vacation procedures. • Declared as surplus the property located at 4501 S. 134th Place S., and directed the administration to initiate actions to dispose of the prop- erty pursuant to TMC 2.64. • Bid Contract awarded to Wilder Construction Co., in the amount of $14,915,266.27 for construction of the South 180th Street Grade Sepa- ration Project. • Ord.# 1982, extending the Sign Code Amortization Program deadline. • Ord.#1983, increasing the regu- lar levy in 2002. • Ord.#1984, increasing the prop- erty levy in 2002. • An Interlocal Agreement between the cities of Tukwila, Renton, and Des Moines regarding transporta- tion/housing of prisoners. • A 2001 Interlocal Agreement amendment with the Airport Com- munities Coalition (ACC). • A contract with Freedman Tung & Bottomley in the amount of $57,600 for the Tukwila Urban Center subarea planning project, Phase I. • The reappointment of Municipal Court Judge Peter Lukevich to a new 4 -year term. • Ord.# 1985, adopting the Proposed 2002 Budget. • Res.#1481, approving the Finan- cial Planning Model. • Contracts with Ellsworth Build- ers, Inc., in the amount of $299,767.00 for tenant improve- ments at the 6300 building. Public Hearings Held: • Revenue sources for the Proposed 2002 Budget, including consider- ation of possible increases in prop- erty tax revenues. • Proposed 2002 Budget, 2002- 2007 Financial Planning Model, and Capital Improvement Program (CIP). • An ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code Title 18, the City's Zoning Code, to regulate the loca- tion and development of commer- cial parking lots and structures, including park-and-ride uses. 2 Council Corner by Joan Hernandez, Council President And another year begins... As my term as Council President comes to a close, I want to thank the Mayor, Councilmembers and City staff who have helped make this a very enjoyable year for me. We are fortunate to have a very dedicated group of people working together to make this one of the best places to live, work and do business. In my fourteen years on the Council, I don't think I have partici- pated in a better working relationship than the one we currently enjoy between the elected officials, administration, staff and community. Each Councilmember brings unique and special talents to the table, focusing on varying levels of interest in national, regional and local government which sets a high standard of excellence in leadership. We thank our citizens who have contrib- uted their comments, emails and sugges- tions during the year. I made it a goal to try to respond to each one of them; however, if I have missed contacting anyone, feel free to let us know by calling the Council mes- sage line. After passing the 2002 budget, we stand in adjournment until January 7, 2002, when we convene to elect a new Council Presi- dent and tackle another year of challenges. We invite you to become involved in your City government by attending Council meetings and public hearings, or by emailing us your comments. All of us continuing to work together will maintain Tukwila as one of the best cities in the region. Thanks for letting me serve you, and please accept the Council's wishes for peace and happiness in this new year. ZZ 0,4046 Council Email Address tukcounc@ci.tukwila.wa.us„,, Message Line - 206-431-3652 Agenda Info Line - 206-431-3656 THE HAZELNUT Contract for S. 180th project awarded The City of Tukwila has awarded the contract for the construc- tion of the grade separation on South 180th Street between West Valley Highway and Oakesdale Avenue. The contract for $14,915,226.27 was awarded to low bidder Wilder Construction Company of Everett, WA. Activity is anticipated to begin in February, 2002. The project will construct an underpass beneath the railroads for four lanes of traffic, an Interurban Trail bridge, a one-track Union Pacific railroad bridge, and a three -track Burlington Northern Railroad bridge. What it means to you S. 180`h Street across the valley will be closed at the railroad tracks for one year beginning in March or April of 2002. The main detour route will use West Valley Highway, South 196th Street (opened March 2001) and East Valley Highway. This project will cause delays for all travelers. Our main objective is to provide a safe and efficient roadway for this heavily traveled corridor. This construction project will eliminate the current delays associated with trains and promote smoother traffic flow. For more information and updates, please call 206-433-0179, or visit our website athttp://ci.tukwila.wa.us. Holiday honored with special performance January (the time to relax and get caught up after the holidays) is also the month featuring the national celebration of Martin Luther King's birthday. To note the occasion, Tukwila's Equity and Diversity Commission is presenting a theater event on Friday, January 18, at 7:OOPM, at the Foster High School Performing Arts Center, 4242 South 144th Street. Living Voices will present a short program entitled "The Right to Dream", about a youngAfrican American man's coming of age in Mississippi in the 1950's and 1960's. The Foster/Showalter Choir will also perform. The event is open to all; there is no cost to attend, although a donation for the food bank is requested. Mark your calendar and plan to attend! GREEN/ DUWAMISH AND WATERSHED Salmon in Tukwila: habitat plan coming soon Over the last year, Tukwila has worked with neighboring cities, state and federal agencies, businesses, and environmen- tal groups to develop a plan for improving salmon habitat in our watershed. In February 2002, this draft plan will be ready for your review and comment. To learn more or request a copy of the draft plan, please contact Dennis Clark, Watershed Public Outreach, at 206-296-1909, or email him at dennis.clark@metrokc.gov, or visit the watershed website at http://dnr.metrokc. gov/Wrias/9/index.htm. Tukwila, partners work to restore salmon Salmon and wildlife are the big winners in a recent land deal protecting one of the largest remaining undeveloped parcels of open space along the heavily industrialized Duwamish River. Tukwila contributed $100,000 towards the purchase of a $1.9 million property. The property is located on the east bank of the Duwamish River in Tukwila at the northwest corner of the intersection of 112th and Pacific Highway South. Purchase of the property was completed in the fall of 2001. When restored, this property will provide two acres of slough to shelter and feed threatened salmon, aquatic birds and wildlife. This area along the Duwamish River is critical for salmon recovery because it is where young salmon make the transition from fresh water to salt water. To learn more, please contact Ryan Larson in the Tukwila Public Works Dept at 206-433-0179. The impact of war and AIDS in central Africa is beyond belief. Refugee Congo Crisis challenges humanity camps, horrible diseases and hungry children are everywhere. Tukwila Police Chief Keith Haines was part of a team from the Seattle area that recently traveled to the Congo to deliver food and medical supplies, construct an orphanage, and build relationships with the Congolese. You have the chance to find out about life in the Congo and how we can help to bring about hope for the children of Africa. You are invited to attend a presentation called "Crisis In The Congo" by Chief Haines at 7:00PM on Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at the Tukwila Community Center, 12424 - 42nd Avenue South. Chief Haines will describe his experiences, and show slides and video from the Congo. Free community event sponsored by the Tukwila Equity and Diversity Commission JANUARY 2002 3 VOLUNTEER! TUKWILA ('ITIZENS OMMUNITY Volunteers donate cookies The residents of the Riverton Place Union Gospel Mission received more than 25 dozen cookies to brighten their holidays. The River- ton Mission is a recovery center with 50 beds for men ages 18 and older. Clients must commit to a 9 -month Christian discipleship program and be referred by a church, social service agency, hospital, or a police officer. The cookie elves — members of the All -City Volunteer Committee — included: • Dixie Archer, representing the Duwamish Improvement Club & Foster Point Neigh- bors, • Margaret Bratcher, Foster Point Neigh- bors, • Betty Gully, Foster Community Club, • Roberta Nelson, City of Tukwila, • Everett Parr, Tukwila Citizen Patrol, • Angela Rueber, Tukwila School District, • Byron Saunders, Foster Community Club, • Roy Steinauer, Tukwila Citizen Patrol. The Committee meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:OOPM at the Tukwila Com- munity Center. The Committee serves as a forum for sharing information about commu- nity events and ability to combine volunteers and resources. For more information,, please telephone Roberta Nelson at 206-433-7182 or e-mail rnelson@ci.tukwila.wa.us. For more about the Riverton Place Union Gospel Mission, call director Morgan Arnold at 206-242-5585. 4 Dinner shows spirit of giving The Tukwila Rotary and the City's Senior Adult Program teamed up again this year to serve Thanksgiving Dinner for more than 200 senior citizens. The event featured a turkey dinner with all the trimmings along with enter- tainment and prizes. Co-chairing the event were Dallas Watkins from the Tukwila Rotary and Sheri McConnaughey, Recreation Coor- dinator for the City's Senior Program. More than 70 volunteers helped out in the planning, preparation, serving and clean-up. Volunteers included members of the Tukwila Rotary, their friends and family as well as community residents, business and City em- ployees, and students from several local high schools (Foster, Kent Meridian, and Kentridge). The centerpieces were created and donated by Leonard's Metal, Inc., in Auburn. A big Thank You to each volunteer: Mario Angelier, Martina Angelier, Rosemary Aragon, Charlie Arvidson, Janyth Arvidson, Merry Balzer, Avery Berschauer, Bob Berschauer, Tessa Bailey, Tracy Bogh, Becky Borek, Evie Boykan, Cheri Brogden, Claudia Brown, Natonia Camp, Al Chalker, Anita Corby, Donna Cuaresma, Jessie Elliott, Nasrin Emam, Kathy Foster, Don Gregory, Sharon Gregory, Riley Haggard, Kelly Hamasaki, Tim Hansen, Rebecca Holmes, Ammara Hun, Theresa Johnson, Ina Karalic, Maria Ladlad, Ruben Ladlad, Vickie Lafrenier, Van Ly, Alanna Martin, Jacob Marx, John McFarland, Darcie McMeekin, Terry McMeekin, Stacy Metz, Steve Mullet, Nicole Newton, Kim Nicho- las, Crystal Norris, Mickey Novak, Linda Ouk, Ngoc Pham, Ljubica Popovic, Johnna Que, Joan Que, Jessica Reyes, Angela Rueber, Mark Sabel, Navy Sang, Bernice Schuthf, Kyle Sharrick, Jacque Smith, Bill Sroufe, Rachel Sroufe, Terry Stallcop, Beth Storey, Ron Storey, Dave Thomas, Susan Thomas, Gina Vale, Troy Wallin, Dallas Watkins, Cathy Wegner, Mandie Whitton, Taniko Williams, Bob Wilson, Brian York, Terry Young. Volunteers Make a Difference Fourteen Boeing volunteers spruced up the Tukwila Community Center for Make a Differ- ence Dayon October 27. The volunteers split into two groups, one out in the rainy weather spreading beauty bark while the other wash- ing all the Center's tables and chairs. The volunteers, recruited by Boeing's Bill Rienstra, worked for 2-1/2 hours and then spent some time getting to know one another over refreshments. Volunteers included Anne Alfano, Scott Churchill, Robin Frantz, Faith Gaither, Vaughn Gaither, Bob Hettman, Tyler Howard, Drew Kapoi, Jerri Lindsay, Fernando Martinez, Diana Ortiz, Megan Osborn, Rienstra, and Scott Thompson. Tukwila's Park Supt. Paul Surek supervised the outdoor project along with Randy Engle and Brian Jaeger; Public Works employees Eduardo Garnica and Carnell Shinaul as- sisted volunteers indoors. Thanks to all! Local honor societies help out at City's Halloween Carnival Students from two high school honor societ- ies volunteered to help make the City's an- nual Halloween Carnival a success. Teens from Foster and Renton High Schools helped set up and monitor the Halloween booths and games, which were enjoyed by 600 pre- school and grade -school children. Honor society members from Foster High School included Martina Angelier, Jessie Elliott, Ina Karalic, Ngoc Pham, Ljubica Popovic, and Kyle Sharick. Renton teens: Candace Abrahamsom, Alicia Allen, Adelbert Asirot, Eva Burgeson, Vincy Chan, Hong -Yen Chau, Erin Eng, Tamara Hoy, Molly Horne -Brine, Ladda Sounthaia, Megan Keenehan, Lynn Kerschner, Cortney Lee, Hollie Leonard, Judy Li, Blake Lin, Scott McDowell, Maria Muto, Ha Nguyen, John Nguyen, ScooterSakura, Travis Suzaka, Thao Tran, and David Zhang. Tukwila community honors police and firefighters This year Tukwila's neighborhood associations came together to turn Foster Community Club's annual holiday dessert potluck into a community event honoring the City's police and firefighters. The festive November 28 event — which drew more than 100 people —was organized by Betty Gully, Foster Community Club pres.; Dixie Archer, Foster Point Neighbors and Duwamish Improvement Club pres.; and Margaret Bratcher, of Foster Point Neighbors. For information about these associations, please contact Roberta Nelson at 206-433-7182. THE HAZELNUT :. Parks, Golf and Recreation .Happenings A call for entertainers Are you an entertainer, or have you seen local entertainment that you really liked and would recommend? The Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department is seek- ing entertainers for 2002. Performance dates are as follows: Tukwila Days (community festival) Saturday, July 13, 2002 12:00 NOON to 5:OOPM 45 -minute performances Two stages (Family & Kids) Music in the Park (concert series) Wednesdays, 12:00 NOON to 1:00PM 45 -minute performances July 17th, 24th, 31st August 7th & 14th Applicants must submit a demo tape or CD, and an 8x10 glossy photo. Mail/ deliver these items by 5:OOPM on Febru- ary 8, 2002 to Tukwila Parks & Rec, Attn: Tracy Thomas, 12424- 42nd Ave. S., Tukwila, WA 98168. Entertainers will be notified by March 8, 2002. Spring fair open to crafters Attention, arts & crafts vendors - Would you like to display and sell your unique handmade goods at this Tukwila Parks and Recreation annual event? SPRING FEST CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, March 23, 2002 For show info and application requests, please contactMeredyat206-768-2822 or email meredy@ci.tukwila.wa.us. Time to start recruiting! Co-ed Business Softball League A great way for co-workers to PLAY together, building teamwork and camaraderie! This adult league is for business teams, with at least 80% of players employed by the company. Teams will be placed into two divisions (Monday/Wednesday and Tuesday/Thursday), and will play doubleheaders beginning in late May. The winner of each division will ultimately play each other to crown the CITY champion. Please contact Dave Johnson at 206-768-2822 or email djohnson@ci.tukwila.wa.us for more information. Mid -Winter Break Youth Camp New this year! February 19-22 Tukwila Parks & Recreation has a unique and exciting program just for you! Chil- dren in grades K-6 can register for our exclusive program that will offer artistic and musical performances, swimming trips, creative and recreational opportu- nities, and so much more! This camp will provide fabulous fun and friend- ships for your child. It will also include transportation to and from the program and breakfast, lunch, and snack! Registration cost for Tukwila residents or those with children in the Tukwila School District is only $25 per child if registered by January 25th. Starting January 28th the resident fee will in- crease to $35 per child. Non-residents are welcome to register for this program starting January 28th for $75 per child. Call 206-768-2822 for more information. Tukwila.'s Arts Gowcouissioxz preseftts the Giving Tree Adopt -A -Family 2001 The Tukwila Parks and Recreation De- partment would like to recognize the following businesses that generously participated in the joy of giving to others during our annual Holiday Giving Tree Adopt -a -Family program: A Advent Print Resources A DPR Construction A Larsen Juhl A Metals USA A Redapt A Sabey Corporation A W.M.C. North By adopting families or donating items, these companies helped make the holi- day memorable and special for families facing financial hardships. The philan- thropy of the businesses, as well as community members and City employ- ees, enabled the Tukwila Community Center to assist 12 families and a total of 27 children this holiday season. We extend an especially heartfelt thanks to to all who helped make the miracles. Rainier Sy iK the third performakcce of their 2001-2002 concert season', "Talc& Five" SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 at 3:OOnm Fea.tu ring: SaGtattartx Mendelssoluti Dvorak Ma.n fred Overture Violiw Coi wto O .64 ""Joluz Kicww , violi Sy"""ifyNo. 9, Near world Symp./toy Foster High, Schoot Perforating Arts Center 4242 South 144th Street, Tuluvila, Tickets. Adult/$14; Seocior or stucizrtt/$9 Order tickets oodine at urwurraiociersy oty.or9 For wore inforwation, please call206-781-5618 JANUARY 2002 S 1'Jhat WMij's) in Et,tian Sei,iccs Human Services Office 206-433-7180 206-433-7181 Crisis Clinic (24-hour line) 206-461-3222 Energy assistance funds available for low-income households Utility rates are rising as the weather changes and tempera- tures drop. Once again, the South King County Multi -Service Center Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is currently taking phone calls for appointments for eligible South King County households. It is anticipated that funding will allow the agency to see applicants through April. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis by telephone only (no walk-ins). A waiting list will be taken when all anticipated appointment times are filled and will be used until all funds are depleted. Some time will be reserved each day for crisis appointments. Mail applications will be available for the homebound disabled. Group outreach ap- pointments will be available for Tukwila residents. This program allows "One fuel benefit payment" per house- hold per program year, usually paid directly to the fuel vendor. Benefits are occasionally split between two vendors when there is a supplemental energy source in need. Benefit amounts are partially based either on the actual heat cost for the past 12 months at the current address or on an average annual heat cost for similar dwellings. Award sheets indicating the benefit amount will be given to eligible clients with completed files. Assistance is available for electric, gas, oil, and other types of home heat. Furnace repair or replacement is also available for eligible homeowners. Tukwila low-income residents in zipcodes 98168 and 98188 can call the heat line: 253-874-4328 or 1-800-422-1384, from 9:00-11:50AM and from 1:00-3:30PM, Monday—Thurs- day. Those in the 98178 zip area would call the Kent Office 253-850-1338 at the same hours as the Federal Way Office. New monthly average income guidelines have been estab- lished. Household size: 1— $895; 2 — $1,209; 3 — $1,524; 4 — $1,839. 20% of gross earned income is deductible. Applicants are required to have verifiable income information, current heating bill, proof of residence and other documents that are identified at the time the appointment is made. Before and After: Block Grant funds help low income homeowners make needed repairs Throughout 2001, the City of Tukwila offered homeowners the opportunity to make major home repairs for no out- of-pocket expense. The King County Housing Repair program allows homeowners to defer the cost of major repairs until their home is sold or the title is transferred. This way, a person with low or moderate income can live comfortably in a safe home, even if their expenses do not allow them to pay up -front for repairs. Sometimes homes need quite a lot of support to bring them up to a good standard. Look at the dramatic difference Community Development Block Grant dollars made for one Tukwila homeowner! For information on eligibility for this program, administered through King County Housing Repair, call the Hous- ing Repair Hotline at 206-296-7640. Early examinations can help children Children grow and change rapidly dur- ing the first five years of life. Many concerns regarding child development can be addressed if they are recognized early. If you are a Tukwila resident, with questions about how a child in your care is moving, hearing, seeing, speaking or playing with others, you may schedule a free examination for that child with the Tukwila School District. District Psychologist Mary Kabrich ex- plains that the free examinations screen for difficulties with vision, hearing, language, motor skills, behavior, and general development. The Tukwila School District offers special education programs for children who qualify un- der state guidelines. For more infor- mation or to schedule an appointment for an examination, call 206-901-8035. 6 THE HAZELNUT "CHIPPING DAY": NOTICE FOR RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES IN THE QUARANTINE ZONE To prevent the potential spread of the Citrus Longhorned Beetle, residents and businesses are urged to follow the Wash- ington State Quarantine Order. "Chip- ping Days" will be scheduled to prop- erly dispose the following prohibited items: • Untreated hardwood grown in the quarantine area. • Firewood from hardwood species. • Deadwood, stumps, trunks, or simi- lar portions of hardwood species. • Tree prunings. • Live hardwood trees, and hardwood trees or parts of trees cut within the quarantine area. "Chipping" Day Schedule: January 26, 2002 – 10:00AM to 1:OOPM in the Foster High School parking lot Disabled residents in the quarantine zone who need assistance with yardwaste disposal should contact the City of Tukwila Public Works Depart- ment at 206-433-0179. Yardwaste Subscribers: You are autho- rized to put out the following items for yardwaste pickup: Conifer tree prunings, shrubs, nuts, leaves, azaleas, rhododen- drons, and plants less than 1/4 inch wide at the base. Please ensure that the pro- hibited items listed above are not mixed in the yardwaste container. Yardwaste subscribers are reminded to follow the curbside yardwaste proce- dures provided by Sea -Tac Disposal and Recycling Service. Yardwaste pickup schedule is outlined in your recycling and yardwaste calendar. If you don't have the calendar or have any questions regarding yardwaste service, please call Sea Tac Disposal and Recycling at 206- 682-9735. TUKWILA RESOURCE REPORTER Energy efficiency thru wise lighting choices In the depths of the dark, wet Northwest winter, good lighting is important to our sense of comfort and well-being. Even though energy is more abundant than last winter, we still want to use electricity wisely. Did you know that lighting accounts for 20-25% of all the electricity consumed in the United States. An average household dedicates 5% to 10% of its energy budget to lighting! Businesses consume 20% to 30% of their total energy for lighting alone. In a typical residential or commercial light fixture, 50% or more of the energy is wasted by obsolete equipment, inadequate maintenance or inefficient use. In order to save lighting energy, we must either reduce the electricity that is consumed by the light source or shorten the length of time that the light source is used. This can be done in the following ways: • Lowering wattage—this means replacing lamps or fixtures. • Reducing the light source's "on" time—this means improving lighting controls and educating users to turn off unneeded lights. • Using daylight (natural light) instead of electric lights when possible. • Performing simple maintenance—this preserves light quality and allows lower illumination levels. Let there be (compact fluorescent) light! Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are the most significant lighting advance developed for homes in recent years. They combine the efficiency of fluorescent lighting with the convenience and popularity of incandescent fixtures. New CFLs come in several shapes, including that of "regular" lightbulbs. They can be used in standard fixtures, and have a warm glow, rather than the cold light associated with the traditional fluorescent bulbs. CFLs replace incandescent bulbs that are roughly 3 to 4 times their wattage, with savings of up to 75% of the initial lighting energy. While CFLs cost from 10 to 20 times more than comparable incandescent bulbs, the good news is that they last 10 to 15 times as long! This energy savings and superior life make CFLs one of the best energy efficiency investments available. CFLs are available at lighting supply stores and at the better -stocked home centers, building supply houses and hardware stores. For more information, please contact: U.S. Department of Energy– Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Network Consumer Energy Information: http://www.eren.doe.gov/consumerinfo/ Lighting Center at the NorthWest Builders Network Information: http://www.nwbuildnet.com/nwbn/erecfact.html Energy Efficient Lighting Fixtures, Lamps and Luminaries: http://www.nwbuildnet.com/stores/bm/lighting/index.html Want more information about recycling or composting in Tukwila? Contact Recycling Coordinator Rebecca Fox at 206-431-3683, or email to rfoxPci.tukwila.wa.us JANUARY 2002 7 CITY DIRECTORY TUKWILA CITY HALL 6200 Southcenter Boulevard Hours: Mon. thru FrL, 8:3aww-5::00PM Telephone: 206-433-1800 Fax number: 206-433-1833 TTY number: 206248-2933 Website: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us E-mail: tukwila@c(.tukwila.wa.us TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Pam Carter 206-244-0558 Joe H. Duffle (beeper #) 206-994 7229 Dave Fenton 206-246-4980 Jim Haggerton 206-244-7846 loan Hernandez. 206-248-0260 Pamela Linder 206-439-2473 Lucy Lauterbach, Analyst 206-433-1834 Richard Simpson 206-243-7715 Council Message Line 206-431-3652 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 7:00PM in Council Chambers Regular Mtgs 1 st/3rd Mondays Work Mtgs 2nd/4th Mondays Agenda Info Line 206-431-3656 CITY OFFICES Mayor Steve Mullet City Administrator John McFarland Municipal Court Human Services Finance Department Alan Doerschel, Dir Tourism/Marketing Fire Department Tom Keefe, Chief Dept. of Community Development Steven Lancaster, Dir. 206-431-3681 Code Enforcement ... 206-431-3682 Parks/Recreation Department Bruce Fletcher, Dir . 206-767-2342 Police Department Keith Haines, Chief 206-433-1808 Public Works Department Jim Morrow, Dir 206-433-0179 Dept. of Administrative Services VikiJessop, Dir 206-433-1831 City Clerk's Office 206-433-1800 Personnel 206-433-1831 City Job Line 206-433-1828 Emergency Fire, Police, Aid Car 911 TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER 12424 - 42nd Avenue South Recreation Division .... 206-768-2822 Senior Center/Services 206-768-2822 FOSTER GOLF LINKS 13500 Interurban Avenue South Pro Shop 206-242-4221 Restaurant 206-241-5784 206-433-1805 206-433-1832 206-433-1840 206-433-7180 .. 206-433-1835 .. 206-575-2489 206-575-4404 THE HAZELNUT is a bimonthly newsletter published by the City of Tukwila and written by City staff. Editing/production: Stacia Norris WANTED: DEAD OR ALIVE CITRUS LONGHORNED BEETLE (CLHB) This shiny black beetle measures approxi- mately 1 to 1-1/2 inches long; it has irregular white patches on its back and long antennae that are banded with black and white. If you find this beetle, please contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture Hotline at 1-800-443-6684 or Tukwila Public Works Department at 206-433-0179. This serious pest has no natural enemies in Washington and attacks about 40 different species of trees including maple, poplar, willow and fruit trees, such as apple and pear. The impact that these beetles would have if they become established in Washington State could be catastrophic. They threaten not only the trees in greenbelts, backyards and orchards, but also those along natural waterways that protect salmon and other aquatic wildlife. To prevent the CLHB from becoming established in Washington, the State Department of Agriculture imposed a quarantine in Tukwila. The quarantine zone extends approximately 1/2 mile in all directions from the intersection of Macadam Road South and South 144' Street. The following items cannot be moved out of the quarantine area: « Untreated hardwood grown in or Deadwood, stumps, tree trunks and similar the quarantine area portions of hardwood species « Firewood from hardwood species « Live hardwood trees, and hardwood trees or parts of trees cut within the quarantine area. « Tree pruning Conifer trees and shrubs, nuts, leaves, lawn clippings, azaleas, rhododendrons, and plants less than 1/4 inch wide at the base are excluded. Details of the State quarantine order and quarantine zone are available by calling the Hotline at 1-800-443-6684, or visiting the Department of Agriculture web site at www.wa.gov/agr, or the City of Tukwila web site at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. Please visit the web sites to obtain updates such as "chipping days", meetings, and other quarantine matters. Your cooperation is critical in stopping the spread of the beetle. Thank you! See related article, Special Chipping Day, page 7 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.