HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-03 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 22 No. 2A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business community
VOLUME 22, NUMBER 2
MARCH 2001
Temporary Commuter Rail Station
scheduled to open soon
Monday, March 12th is tentatively scheduled as
your first opportunity to ride the Sounder com-
muter rail train. Initially, regular service will consist
of two trains originating in Tacoma and bound for
Seattle each weekday morning and returning in the
evening. Trains will leave Tukwila Station north-
bound at 6:56 and 7:26AM, and southbound at 5:27
and 5:52PM Monday thru Friday.
The temporary station is currently under construc-
tion at the old Longacres site east of Embassy Suites
Hotel on West Valley Highway. The City is working
with Sound Transit to get more than a rail platform
and a parking lot on Sound Transit's 10.5 -acre site.
A permanent station will replace the temporary
station within the next three years. Tukwila and
Sound Transit are working together to attract tran-
sit -oriented development (retail, restaurant, etc.) to
the station area. By integrating a permanent station
with private development, the community and
transit system hope to obtain the greatest possible
return on this regional transportation investment.
Free automobile and bike parking will be available
at the train stop. There are currently three fare
zones; Tukwila, Kent and Auburn are in one fare
zone. Travel within one zone is $3 per round trip,
within two zones is $6 per round trip, and three
zones is $8 per round trip. (One way tickets are
available at half the roundtrip fares.)
Sound Transit's web site provides up-to-date details
on routes, stops, schedules, start -of -service and
fares; you can also read about their special train
service for popular events like Mariner games, as
well as reliable commuter service during snowy
weather. Visit them at http://www.sounder.org
or call Sound Transit at 206-398-5000.
Preliminary decision moves
light rail off Highway 99
On February 8 the Sound Transit Board took a significant step toward
reversing its previous decision designating Tukwila International Boule-
vard as the route for Link Light Rail. The Board adopted a motion that
instead designates the Tukwila Freeway Route as the new "preferred
alternative" for light rail.
The Freeway Route would run from the Boeing Access Road Station
south on elevated tracks along the west side of East Marginal Way, and
cross the Duwamish River on a new light rail bridge. The route would
pass over and continue on the west side of SR -599 to Interstate 5. The
trains would move along the west side of I-5 to SR -518, then head west
on the north side of SR -518 to an elevated station located south of 154th
Street and east of Tukwila International Boulevard.
The unanimous vote of the Sound Transit Board came after months of
environmental study and discussions between the City and Sound
Transit representatives. The City originally suggested the Tukwila
Freeway Route after Sound Transit made it clear Tukwila's preferred
route, serving the Southcenter area, would not be approved.
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EARTHQUAKE! The February'WtR YOU READY'
28 earthquake resulted in will int
City of Tukwila. While several commercial buildings damage the
major damage, the majoritysuffered fairly
M City -owned facilities remained fully operational,
the City was not severe.
tion of the Community Center which suffered a power
e as did
much of our community. with the excep-
tion
of
(water, sewer e continue to assess damageto our public
ingood news is we had few — i id f
water lines, bridges, etc.).
Y — reported injuries. g � The
This was a not -so -gentle reminder of the importance of
PREPAREDNESS for EMERGENCY
PREPAREDNESS
rescueESS you and your family. Agencies involved in
and relief efforts could easily be overwhelmed in
any significant natural disaster.
significant
major earth The rule of thumb for emergencies
suchy as
up to 72 hours."
is, Be prepared to sustainyourself
This means hand
Inside you will find a food, water and even shelter.
after an earthquake. Tear it out, tips r �d tt what to do before, during and
and be ready for the next one.
City government doing its part to save energy
As you are aware, our state is experiencing an energy crisis. Governor Locke has
issued an Executive Order directing all governmental agencies within the State of
Washington to immediately curtail electric energy consumption by 10%. Some of
the things being done by the City of Tukwila:
• All thermostats are being set at a maximum heating temperature of 68° and 76°
for cooling.
• All lights, computers, copiers, etc., are turned off at the end of the day.
• Temperatures on all hot water heaters have been turned down to 120°F.
• Turning off lights if space is vacated for more than 15 minutes and using task
lighting in lieu of overhead lighting.
Compared to the month of February last year, the City's electricity use is down 14%
and natural gas is down 20%. We are taking energy conservation seriously and are
looking at numerous methods to reduce electrical and natural gas consumption
throughout the City of Tukwila. Working together we can avoid power outages or
California -style blackouts.
Mayoral Musings
In the last issue I mentioned a few items in this year's budget and activity plan.
They're in the works and will proceed at the lightning pace of a snail that seems
to typify some public projects. So while staff is busy getting these projects off the
drawing board, it's time to start thinking about next year and what we might do
in 2002. One ongoing issue is traffic calming, both on neighborhood roads and
through roads that happen to run through our neighborhoods. In the next few
months the City will examine different methods to slow down speeds without
damaging our response times to emergencies. Look for the traffic enforcement
trailer in your neighborhood. If you don't see it and are experiencing speeding
problems, call 206-433-1808 to arrange for some monitoring on your street.
We will also be looking at an internal bus system that serves Tukwila citizens
within our city limits. Such a system would provide affordable links between the
hospital, schools, Southcenter, grocery stores, the Sounder commuter rail and our
neighborhoods on a regular basis.
Another large issue for all of us will be energy. This City will spend a lot of time
in 2001 making sure that we have commitments from City Light and Puget Sound
Energy to meet our needs for the next 20 years. City Hall, the Community Center,
and all our facilities are currently studying ways to cut back on power usage. We
have challenged each department to find ways to reduce consumption without
compromising safety. I ask that you join us in this energy conservation effort.
On a very upbeat note, volunteerism in our community is progressing at a record
pace. In 2000 we experienced well in excess of 7,000 hours of volunteer
assistance. Our volunteer database contains over 550 names. This is truly a
positive indicator of the health of our community.
As always, I want to stress the importance of your participation in governing your
city. Attending Council and subcommittee meetings, calling on the phone,
sending an e-mail or writing us a note is always appreciated. And a visit to City
Hall is always an open invitation.
maza-
Mayor Steve Mullet
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Tukwila City Council Actions:
January, February 2001
Actions:
• Elected Joan Hernandez Council
President for 2001.
• Made numerous appointments to
various City Boards & Commissions.
Adopted:
• Ordinance #1951 - renewing a six-
month moratorium on the filing of
development permits or approvals
on public parking lots, park -and ride
lots or garages.
• Ordinance #1952 - renewing a mora-
torium on certain land uses relating
to shelters, community residential
treatment facilities, community treat-
ment centers for prisoners, transi-
tional homes for prisoners, pre-re-
lease centers, limited security deten-
tion facilities, and similar uses not
addressed within the City's Comp
Plan or Zoning Code.
• Ordinance #1953 - Amending the
1995 Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
• Ordinance #1954 - Amending the
City's 1995 Zoning Code.
• Resolution #1459 - indicating the
City's intent to modify its boundaries
and eliminate overlap in the poten-
tial annexation area.
Approved:
• Approved the purchase of park prop-
erties for the new Cascade View
Park.
• Approved the Tukwila Police Offic-
ers' Guild Labor Agreement for the
period 01/01/01-12/31/03.
• Authorized Mayor to sign the Public
Works Trust Fund loan agreement
for the design of a sanitary sewer
system and improvements to the
existing water and storm drainage
systems in the Foster Point area.
THE HAZELNUT
CONSERVING
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NERGY
More than just a good idea for homeowners...
Businesses and building occupants should consider whether implementation
of any of these ideas could help reduce energy use in your work area — not
just to reduce costs, but also to conserve our valuable resources.
Avoid using incandescent lights when possible. Compact fluorescents use
1/3 the energy and last several times longer.
If you have incandescent lighting, you conserve energy instantly when the
bulb is turned off. For fluorescent lighting, it is recommended to turn the
lights off when the area will not be used for at least 15 minutes. Turning
fluorescent lighting on and off must be balanced economically with shorten-
ing the life of the ballast and lamps.
Turn off all lights at night, including task and office
lights. Check into scheduling janitorial hours to
overlap some working hours. Lowering the total
operating hours of a facility can be a great conser-
vation measure.
Encourage a winter dress code of sweaters and
slacks. If staff require extra heat, use radiant
electric heaters. Turn the heater off when away from the desk. A 1,500 -watt
heater running continuously for 3,000 hours will use $225 at $0.05 per
kWh. (Space heaters are also a safety hazard when left on unattended.)
Turn off computer monitors or use the low power standby. This will save $31
per year per 19" monitor. Some computers have a sleep component that
works with the screen saver modes after 5 minutes or more. Unless your
agency updates programs at night, turn off the computer as well as the
monitor at the end of the day.
Move as far away from windows as possible. Windows draw heat from people
in winter making them feel colder.
Close blinds when not using a facility to cut down on heat loss. Open blinds
for light and warmth on sunny days; in warm weather, close blinds to aid
cooling.
Have your pop vending machine operator turn off the advertising lighting in
the machine. This will save between $50 and $110 per year, depending on
your cost of electricity.
Make sure the office copier is turned off at night. Large machines can use
$100's worth of energy keeping the copier's heaters ready for use. New
copiers with Energy Star features of low power standby are the best choice
when replacing machines. Be sure the Energy Star features are activated. Fax
machines come with power saver modes as well.
Set hot water heaters at 120°F. To avoid health risks associated with
Legionnaire's Disease, never go below 115° on potable water systems.
From the WA State Dept. of General Administration (Facilities Engineering Services)
A little effort,
a lot of savings
It's smart money to know these tips
Everyone is reeling from increased energy costs
these days. You may have received information
about how to save energy in your home. Here
are some more ideas that you may not have
heard. (Thanks to the MultiService Center's
Consumer Home Energy Education Guide.)
• Frequently changing your thermostat set-
ting uses more energy, because your heater
has to work harder.
• Shut off thermostats and close doors in
rooms not in use.
Lower the thermostat on your water heater
to 120°. Besides saving energy, you lessen
the risk of accidental scalding — especially
important with small children in the home.
• Fix leaky faucets. One drop per second can
waste 2,300 gallons of hot water per year,
including the energy to heat it.
• Use low -flow showerheads and aerators for
the kitchen and bathroom.
• Refrigerators use a lot of energy. Keep the
door closed as much as possible - don't stand
and look inside. Replace gaskets around the
door when needed. Close the door on a
dollar bill; if you can pull the bill out easily,
the gasket may need to be replaced.
• Use "long life" bulbs for hard -to -reach places
only. They use more energy than standard
bulbs.
• With your clothes dryer, do
not add wet clothes to a par-
tially dry load. Use the lowest it
heat and shortest time settings
for the fabric being dried.
Good numbers to know:
King County Housing Authority
Weatherization program 206-439-3839
Seattle City Light Emergency
Low -Income Assistance 206-684-3688
Seattle City Light Project Share . 206-684-0268
Multi Service Center Heat Line .. 253-874-4328
MARCH 2001 3
.. Parks,
Golfaud
Recreation
.,.Happenings
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, Apri114th-10:00AMSHARP/
Tukwila Parks and Recreation will hold
its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Tuk-
wila Community Center. Prizes, candy,
and a visit from the Easter Bunny will
make this an enjoyable event for
preschoolers through age 12. This fun
event will be held rain or shine, so mark
your calendar. A donation of canned
food or $1.00 would be appreciated.
Spring Break Camp
April 16 thru 20 — 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Kids will have a blast at our Spring
Break Camp! They'll do silly stuff, fun
stuff, serious stuff, games, arts and crafts,
and even a field trip. (Sorry parents, this
is strictly for kids!) Breakfast will be
served to children arriving before
7:45Am. Campers must bring a sack
lunch, and dress for active play each
day. Afternoon snacks will be provided.
Pre -registration is required at least one
week in advance. (Participants: min. 8,
max. 100). For grades K-6. Please call
206-768-2822.
Cost: $90 residents, $95 non-residents
Location: Tukwila Community Center
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$75 before March 16th, March 23, April 6 and April 27
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2 $85 on or after March 16th Join us for Open Gym Basketball,
Don't let the price fool you! Meet at Racquetball, music, movies, games,
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tWe'll stay one night and wake up out on this great way to spend Fri -
0 early the next morning for a full day day night! Info? Call Meredy at 206- 0
0 on the mountain. Register early, space 768-2822.
is limited. Don't miss out on this
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Tukwila Community Center
NEW! Spring Breakiv
Friday, April 13 — 9:OOPM SHARP!
Overnighter to VICTORIA! Just because it's Friday the 13th 741IA.
Spend 3 days of your Spring Break doesn't mean you won't hit the Ow -
with other teens in VICTORIA, BC! jackpot at our annual Flashlight Egg 0
This fun -filled trip will depart on Hunt for Teens! Don't miss out on
0 Wednesday, April 18th and return this `eggstravaganza' where 6 -10th i1
Friday, April 20th. In Victoria, teens graders can bring their flashlights
will lodge in a youth hostel and visit and hunt for prizes hidden in eggs.
some very cool places, including the Teens need to bring a flashlight, a
Royal London Wax Museum and bag, and $2 to participate in this
more! Fee: $75 per teen. Space is event. 1311
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,09.10 limited to 13 middle or high school
0 students - register now! Call Meredy
at 206-768-2822 for more info. Spring Dance Cruise
St. Patty's DayDance Monday, April 16 - 5:30-11:OOPM IlA
y $12 before April 9, All
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Friday, March 16 - 8:00-11:OOPM $15 after April 9
46.7 Come wearing green and dance with It's time for another ever -popular 4
your friends at the first-ever St. Patty's Dance Cruise aboard the Argosy
Day Dance at the Tukwila Commu- Sightseer. Music, dancing, and pizza
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i0,0 nity Center! Only $3 with school ID, will make this night well worth it
or $4 without. For 6th -10th graders with teens from many local cities.
only.vIr Bring extra money for beverages
Parents: Interested in chaperoning? and group pictures. Register early,
VPlease call Meredy at 206-768-2822. space is limited. For more informa-
tion, call Meredy at 206-768-2822.
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Come
take part
in the
Spring
Plant
Exchange —
FREE!
Saturday, April 21 — 1OAM to 1PM
Held in the Tukwila Community
Center Picnic Shelter
What is a plant exchange? If you have
many plants of one kind, bring them to
the exchange and possibly trade them
for another type of plant you don't have.
Local gardener June Cappetto Brandner,
who has over 29 years experience host-
ing such events, will answer questions
and help facilitate exchanges. This is a
free event with refreshments, friend-
ships and fun! Any remaining plants
will be given away during the last hour.
Parents Night Out
Fridays, March 16 and April 27
Community Center — 6:00 to 10:30PM
Parents, enjoy an evening out and leave
the kids with us! We'll give them
dinner and provide them with endless
opportunities for fun — art projects,
games, movies, a field trip and more!
This program is for K -5th graders and
pre -registration is required. Give us a
call at 206-768-2822.
Resident Non-resident
One child: $10 $15
Two children: $15 $20
Three children: $20 $25
Adult Softball Leagues
Register your Men's or Co -Ed Softball
team today to play in the upcoming
league. Spots are still available. For
more information, contact Dave Johnson
at 206-768-2822, or send an e-mail to
djohnson@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
MARCH 2001
Senior computer class is a big hit
The City of Tukwila Senior Adult Program has a new found friendship with students
and staff at Showalter Middle School. On January 11, 2001 a partnership began in
the Showalter Middle School class of Lee Weissenfels, with 32 seniors being taught
computer skills from 10 eager young student teachers.
The free program will run through April with the relationship hopefully continuing
next fall.
This program was the brainchild of the Senior Adult Program Staff, who saw the need
for computer training to help bring seniors up to speed with their children and
grandchildren. An angel appeared in the person of Lee Weissenfels who wanted to
give something back to the Tukwila community and teach young people how to
volunteer as well.
Tukwila Parks and Recreation would like to thank our young volunteers for their
time and dedication: Lakena McQueen, Matthew Hayes, Michael Heacock, Ademir
Kicik, Ming Ching, AlbertAvanessov, Rodney McFarland, Brittany Campbell, Denis
Avdic-Skopljak, and Sara Hayes.
Tukwila seniors enjoy writing family memories
"It's a very supportive group of people. Patricia allows us to share our stories with
one another, it is very interesting to all of us."
— Delores Simpson, current student
We're excited about this class! It has been going verywell, according to the reactions
from the students in the class who appreciate that you don't have to be a great writer
to benefit from all the things the class can offer you. Students are really enjoying
sharing stories about some of the memories each of them have from their past.
Instructor Patricia Tyllia has created a very comfortable class environment. Think
about taking advantage of this experience; you may find it to be a good release for
you in many ways. If you would like further information, call the Senior Programs
office, 206-768-2822.
Mobile Computer Lab
Beginning in March, the Tukwila
Parks and Recreation Senior Programs
will be offering another computer
education opportunity sponsored by
the King County Library System. The
County will bring a mobile computer
lab with an instructor on sight to
teach three 1-1/2 hour sessions for
up to eight students on Thursdays,
from 1:00 to 2:30PM.
March is already full but we have
space left in April and May. If you are
interested in this program, please call
the Senior Programs Office at 206-
768-2822. This program is FREE.
HIT IT OFF!!! Join our COED
Softball League 2001
The Senior Program is looking for softball
players to once again field a team in the
"South King County Co -Ed Softball
League". Practices begin in April, to be
held at the Tukwila Community Center
ball field. League play is kicked off with
the pre -season Jamboree. Jeff Murphy is
coaching the team
and would like to
put your name on
the roster today!
If you'd like to play
on the team, call
206-768-2822 for
more information.
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VOLUNTEER!
TUKWILA
CITIzEN5
REATING
OMMUNITY
City benefits from nearly
9,000 volunteer hours
Over 300 volunteers taking part in City -
sponsored projects turned in an out-
standing 8,775 hours for the year 2000.
The amount of time donated per volun-
teer ranges from two hours working in
group park projects, to over 100 hours
for volunteers serving in City depart-
mental volunteer positions. Those serv-
ing more than 100 hours include:
VOLUNTEER HOURS
Jan Tolland 907
Peter Okicich 474
Matthew Steinauer 417
Rebecca Harlan 401
Alice Jones 396
Dottie Sangl 240
Caroline Allis 182
Russ Trader 139
Bob McManus 134
Maria Smith 124
David Patton, Sr. 103
David Patton, Jr. 101
Bridget Allen 101
Annette Gray 100+
Thank you to all the City -sponsored
volunteers, as well as persons in all
other community volunteer organiza-
tions, including the All -City Volunteer
Committee, LOVE, Inc., Highway 99
Action Committee, Tukwila Citizen
Patrol, Tukwila School District, the
Wildlife Habitat Committee, and Tuk-
wila neighborhood associations.
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Volunteer opportunities
bloom in spring
Plan ahead for Spring opportunities. Here
are some volunteer projects for individu-
als and groups in April and May.
Easter Egg Hunt (April 14): Held at the
Tukwila Community Center for pre-
school children through age 12. Volun-
teers help set up and monitor activities.
Earth Day (April 21): Annual clean-up
and landscaping of Tukwila Pond Park
sponsored by the Park Department.
Generally this event attracts several or-
ganizations with 30 to 40 volunteers.
Wildlife Habitat Fair (May 12): Educa-
tional and crafts fair sponsored by the
Wildlife Habitat Committee, who teach
people how to certify their own back-
yard as a wildlife sanctuary. Volunteers
help set up and man booths at the Tuk-
wila Community Center.
Better Business Bureau Seminar for
Senior Citizens (May 19): Informative
sessions regarding fraud, held at the
Tukwila Community Center. Volunteers
are needed to help guide attendees and
assist with food service.
For more information, contact Volun-
teer Coordinator Roberta Nelson at 206-
433-7182, or rnelson@ci.tukwila.wa.us
Wrapping up spirit of giving
This past holiday season Foster High
School's Honor Society helped brighten
the lives of Tukwila community mem-
bers. Each year the City of Tukwila joins
with local businesses and community
members to collect gifts for less fortu-
nate Tukwila residents. These gifts are
then wrapped and distributed. This past
holiday season, 10 members of the Fos-
ter High School Honor Society donated
27 hours to wrap the gifts.
Those donating their time were Jelena
Berovic, Cheri Brogden, Christine Callo,
Jessie Elliot, Mikela Hagberg, Ammara
Hun, Rya McLean, Ljubica Popovic,
Mirela Tojaga, and Adrian Yorozu.
Thank you, Foster Honor Society!
Committee names co-chairs
Congratulations to Geoffrey Cottrell and
Donna West, who were elected the
new co-chairs of the Highway 99 Ac-
tion Committee for the current year.
Both Geoffrey and Donna are long-
standing members of the Committee,
which is dedicated to making Tukwila
International Boulevard (Highway 99)
a clean and safe place to live, shop, or
operate a business.
Donna is also the Committee's "Queen
of Trash" for her commitment to sched-
uling monthly litter pickups during the
past five years. Under her leadership,
Committee volunteers have removed
more than 7,000 pounds of trash from
Tukwila International Boulevard.
The Highway 99 Action Committee
meets at 7:00PM, the second Tuesday of
every month at the Tukwila Commu-
nity Center, 12424 -42nd Ave. S. Inter-
ested persons are welcome to attend.
On -Call
Volunteer
Program
Have you wanted to volunteer, but just
can't commit to a regular schedule?
Then Tukwila's new On -Call Volunteer
Program is just for you! As an on-call
volunteer, you will receive periodic
phone calls from City employees asking
you to help with special projects. The
projects generally involve short-term
clerical tasks that may be completed
either by you working independently or
as part of a group. Tasks could include:
• copying and assembling materials
• making telephone inquiry calls
• assisting with large mailings (enve-
lope stuffing and address labeling)
or a variety of other projects, which can
take just a few hours or a few days. You
choose which work you want to do.
Come join us!
For more information, contact Volun-
teer Coordinator Roberta Nelson at 206-
433-7182, or rnelson@ci.tukwila.wa.us
THE HAZELNUT
Cascade View Park is in the City's future
Tukwila is proud to announce the future construction of a new park in the Cascade
View neighborhood. It will be located on just over 2 acres of land at 37th Avenue
South and South 142nd street. For several years the City has recognized the need
for a park in this area for citizen enjoyment. The City Council held a neighborhood
meeting in June, at which the majority of residents supported development of a park.
The Parks Commission has scheduled public meetings to get input from residents
regarding possible park amenities. The first meeting will take place:
Wednesday, March 14 at 7:OOPM in the
Multi -Purpose room at Cascade View Elementary School
A second meeting will be held:
Wednesday, March 28 at 7:00PM at the
Cascade View Park site: 14211- 37th Avenue South
The Parks and Recreation Department encourages involvement in the
planning process to ensure the development of a safe and functional
park for our citizens that will enhance our City for years to come.
Park Profile: Golf Et Parks Maintenance
The City of Tukwila's Golf and Parks Maintenance crews have a new home. They
recently moved into a newly -built, 7,990 -square foot maintenance shop consisting
of two offices, a lunch room, a mechanic shop, locker room and equipment storage
area. There is an additional 3,000 square feet of outside covered storage, a wash rack
and gas pumps. Also located outside are storage bins for sand, beauty bark, crushed
rock and a garbage dumpster, plus an area for fertilizer and pesticide storage.
Both crews are excited about their new location. They were previously located in
the "green house" and shop located on the north end of Foster Golf Links. The new
location will help us do a better job for you, our citizens. The address of the Golf
& Parks Maintenance Facility is 13900 Interurban Avenue South. Parks phone
number is 206-433-7157 and Golf is 206-433-7158. Stop by and check us out!
Registering an air quality complaint
If you have any concerns related to air quality— such as outdoor smoke, dust or odors
— please contact the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. The Clean Air Agency is
responsible for enforcing federal, state and local air quality law and regulations in
King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
When a complaint is filed with Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, an inspector is
assigned to investigate your complaint. The inspector will contact you to discuss the
problem and potential ways to resolve it. The inspector will also determine if the
business that is creating air quality problems needs to be registered with the Puget
Sound Clean Air Agency. (Only certain businesses are required to be registered.)
The inspector will also visit the site to determine if there is any emission of air
contaminants. While filing a complaint, please request that the inspector coordinate
with you the day and time of the inspection. It is recommended that you meet the
inspector on site to address your concerns.
Contact the Agency by calling 206-343-8800 or 1-800-552-3565. They are located
at 110 Union Street, Suite 500, Seattle WA 98101-2038. More PSCAA information
can be obtained from their web site, located at http://www.pscleanair.org
Winter brings additional
potential for home fires
Heating equipment is a leading cause of
home fires, second only to cooking.
Here's some fire safety tips to help keep
you and your family safe during this
winter heating season:
✓ Be sure all space heaters and portable
space heaters you buy bear the label
of an independent testing laboratory
(e.g., UL).
✓ Keep all combustibles (newspapers,
cloth, furniture, etc.) at least three
feet away from stoves, fireplaces,
baseboard heaters, portable heaters,
and space heaters.
✓ Keep space heaters at least three feet
away from walls as well.
✓ Inefficient combustion caused by
burning green wood or by the poor
design of some wood -burning stoves
or fireplaces can produce creosote
which coats chimney flues. Creo-
sote build-up is the fuel for danger-
ous and destructive chimney fires.
Keep wood -burning stoves clean and
in good working order. Have your
chimney inspected at least once a
year and cleaned and repaired as
often as necessary.
✓ Keep fireplace fires small, and always
use a fireplace screen to prevent
sparks from flying into the room.
Never use a wood -burning stove or
fireplace to burn paper or trash; burn-
ing fragments can be carried up the
chimney where they can ignite creo-
sote or land on your roof.
✓ Allow ashes to cool before disposing
of them.
✓ Remove ashes in a tightly covered
metal container, never boxes or bags.
✓ Have your central -heating system
inspected and cleaned once a year or
whenever you suspect a problem.
For additional information on fire safety
and fire prevention, contact the Tuk-
wila Fire Prevention Bureau at 206-
575-4407.
MARCH 2001 7
COUNCIL CORNER
by Joan Hernandez, Council President 2001
Council retreat provides opportunity to concentrate on important City issues
The City Council spent the weekend of January 26-28, 2001
at Ravenscroft Inn, a quiet bed and breakfast in Port Townsend,
where we focused on our agenda and goals for 2001. With
no outside distractions such as television and telephones, we
were able to have uninterrupted informal discussions about
future growth and improvements in our city, from residential
streets to undergrounding, city facilities, economic develop-
ment, housing, and human services — we covered a lot of
issues that we felt required out attention. Although no formal
motions are made and no votes are actually taken at a Council
Retreat, we were able to come to consensus on items that we
felt needed to be referred to a committee or future council
meeting for further action.
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Council Email Address
tukcounc@ci.tukwila.wa.us
Message Line — 206-431-3652
Agenda Info Line — 206-431-3656
The Finance & Safety Committee agreed to take a closer look
at one of my ongoing concerns, and that is litter control. The
City welcomes everyone's help in addressing this issue. The
Council worked hard and may not have always agreed on
every issue; however, we came to appreciate the special
unique gifts and talents that each of us bring to the table. I am
proud to be workingwith these very dedicated elected officials
who contribute a great deal of their personal time and energy
to represent the citizens of Tukwila. We came back to Tukwila
with a sense of pride in our accomplishments and a renewed
enthusiasm for the year ahead.
Check the City's website at http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us for
future agendas, minutes and public announcements. If you
have concerns during the year, we welcome your input under
Citizens Comments at each Council meeting, or you may send
us email at tukcounc@ci.tukwila.wa.us, or leave us a tele-
phone message on the Council's Message Line.
Helping wildlife is a full-time job
Dorian Tremaine has an interesting life.
On one day, Dorian helped a robin that
hit a window, a squirrel that crawled into
a greasy stove vent, and a red tailed
hawk that was down for unknown rea-
sons. Dorian rescues wildlife and drives
the Sarvey Wildlife Care Center ambu-
lance, saying "It is the most challenging
and satisfying thing I have ever had the
privilege to do."
Last spring Dorian volunteered two days
a month with "Crazy" Bob Jones, the
man who started the ambulance service.
It was an interesting ride all spring and
summer, rescuing hundreds of helpless
baby animals and injured adults. For five
years Bob had conducted this service
with only a very few days off from the
grueling 24/7 schedule. Bob answered
some 2,000 wildlife calls for the Seattle
Police Department and thousands more
from concerned individuals. When Bob
was no longer able to continue the res-
cue service, Dorian stepped into the driv-
ers seat.
None of this would be possible were it not
for the existence of the Sarvey Wildlife
Center in Arlington where all the animals
are treated with love and respect. The
volunteers and staff at the Center deserve all
the credit caring for their wild patients until
the time is right to release them.
There is a wild animal needing help some-
where around Puget Sound almost any time
of day. Often a kind person will encounLer a
critter injured or orphaned in their neigh-
borhood and not know what to do. If the
wild (not domestic) animal is alive, please
call the number below for instructions on
what to do until help is available.
Usually when humans and wildlife cross
paths, humans never even know they are
near. But animals have no one to help them
if they are hurt. Often the willingness of
caring people to go a little out of their way
makes the difference between life and death
for an innocent little life.
Sarvey Wildlife Ambulance —
206-609-1611 — emergency only
Board member is needed
The Community -Oriented Policing
Citizens Advisory Board (COPCAB)
is currently seeking a residential
member. The applicant needs to be
a current resident of the City of
Tukwila, and will start board mem-
bership as of April 2001.
The COPCAB is an official City
board consisting of nine members
including residents, business peo-
ple, a school representative, and a
student. The Board meets monthly
with the Chief of Police. It makes
recommendations to the Chief on
issues of public safety, and pro-
motes community policing.
If you have questions about this
position, please contact Marja
Murray, Police Administrative Sec-
retary, at 206-433-7175.
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Tukwila hosts the second annual
BACKYARD WILDLIFE FAIR
Saturday - May 12, 2001 - 10:OOAM to 4:OOPM
at the Tukwila Community Center ,.41�.��\
in partnership with the City of Tukwila — Tukwila Parks & Recreation —
Tukwila Arts Commission — Tukwila Businesses
• Celebrate the achievement of Tukwila becoming the first city in Washington
to be certified as a Community Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife
Federation
• Talk with experts on gardening, landscape, wildlife, salmon restoration, bee
& bats, trees, native plants, composting, recycling and more.
• Browse art and craft booths; many with artists in action.
• Enjoy unique fair food, refreshments and entertainment
• Participate in demonstrations, activities and nature walks on the banks of
the Duwamish River
• A great Mother's Day outing
• Official Washington State International Migratory Bird Day Event
A call to Artists, Crafters, Food Vendors 8 Volunteers
The Backyard Wildlife Fair will be advertised and promoted
by flyers and posters which will be distributed to local
retailers, in national and local publications, on television and
radio, and with the Fair's web site.
Applications and information: 206-767-2342 or email to:
tbwfair@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.tbwfair.org
Tukwila's Arts Commission presents the Rainier Symphony
MASTERPIECES
SUNDAYS APRIL 22 at 3:OOPM
Foster High School Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila
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will again join the Rainier S 9mphonv9 with a newlN choreo-
graphed version of Hoist's ever popular Hol6erg Suite.
Shumann Konzertstake, op. 86 for Four Horns ann Orchestra
Grieg Holbert Suite
Dvorak Symphony No. 7 in D, op. 7o
Tickets: Adult/$I2! Senior or Stuient/$7
For more information, please call 206-781-5618
MARCH 2001
Business owners, watch that
calendar... the deadline is
December 31, 2001
Only nine months to go before all busi-
ness signs within the city must be com-
pliant with Tukwila's Sign Code. No
rooftop signs, no signs taller than the
tallest point of the building where the
business is located... Discuss your busi-
ness signage with a sign specialist at the
Department of Community Develop-
ment: 206-431-3670.
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tions are now available online at http:/
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Reconstruction on the
highway coming this summer
The reconstruction of Tukwila Interna-
tional Boulevard from South 138th to
South 152nd Streets is planned to begin
this summer. Construction is anticipated
to be completed in the fall of 2002.
Project improvements include repaving
the highway and repair of the existing
roadway, new curbs and gutters, side-
walks, drainage, street lighting,
undergrounding of overhead utilities,
bus pullouts and shelters, additional trees
and landscaping, and improved pedes-
trian crossings. Please contact the Pub-
lic Works Department at 206-433-0179
if you have any questions.
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Human Services Office
206-433-7180
206-433-7181
Crisis Clinic
(24-hour Zine)
206-461-3222
Health Department offers
valuable information about SIDS
The Seattle and King County Public Health Depart-
ment is urging parents to reduce the risk of Sudden
Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other forms of
infant deaths by ensuring safe sleep practices and
environments for infants. "SIDS is the major cause
of death in babies from one month to one year of
age, but we can take measures to reduce the risks",
says Dr. Alonzo Plough, Director of Public Health -
Seattle and King County.
Facts
• SIDS is the sudden and unexplained death of an
infant under one year of age.
• In the year 2000, 19 children died from SIDS in
King County.
• Most SIDS deaths occur when a baby is between
one and four months old.
• More boys than girls are victims.
• Most deaths occur during the fall, winter and
early spring months.
• African American and Native American babies
die from SIDS at more than twice the rate of
other babies.
• If your baby is under 12 months old, you can help
prevent SIDS, suffocation and strangulation by
following these six tips:
1. Place your baby to sleep on his/her back.
2. Babies should sleep on a firm surface.
3. Put your baby to sleep in a safe crib — no
missing or broken hardware and slats no
more than 2-3/8" apart.
4. Make sure your baby's face and head stay
uncovered during sleep. Make sure any
blankets used go no higher than the baby's
chest.
5. Do not smoke before or after the birth of
your baby.
6. Do not let your baby overheat during sleep.
From Public Health's website -
www.metrokc.gov/health/news/01020601. htm
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Special Saturday Club provides some needed time,
especially for parents of children with disabilities
Parents: How about five hours of freedom to do what you want to do?
Campfire offers Special Saturday Club, where children — ages 2-12 with
disabilities and 2-10 without disabilities — participate in recreational and
social activities that are adapted to the abilities and interests of each
child. Special Saturday Club activities include independent and social
play, crafts, outdoor play, story time, and more. Two adult program
managers, trained youth and volunteers staff the Special Saturday Club.
Club dates for 2001 at the Tukwila Community Center are:
March 17 April 21 May 19 June 16 July 21
September 15 October 20 November 17 December 15
Hours of operation are 10:00AM to 3:00PM. Special Saturday Club is also
offered at other sites throughout King County. Program fees are set on
a sliding scale based on family income, family size, and number of
children attending. Session space is limited; pre -registration is required.
Special Sitter Training
A Special Sitter Training is scheduled at the Kent Campfire Office. This
class takes place on April 16, 18, 24 and 25 from 5:30-7:30PM and at the
Tukwila Special Saturday Club April 21st from 9:00AM-4:00PM. All
dates must be attended to complete the class.
Teens in grades 7 thru 12 can make a big difference in the lives of
children with disabilities. The Campfire Boys and Girls Special Sitters
program will train teens to care for children with disabilities and their
siblings. Once the training is completed, your teen can earn money
working at either Campfire's Special Saturday Clubs or summer day
camps. The time can also contribute to service learning hours required
at school. The class fee is $42 (the teen can opt to work volunteer hours
in exchange for training fee).
To register or for more information, please call Carrie Lord at 206-461-
8550 x232.
Affordable minor repairs available
to low-income homeowners
Anyone who has ever invited a plumber or
electrician into their house knows that their
repair bill is going to be expensive - the actual
visit alone is costly. Now, low- and moderate -
income homeowners can get their minor home
repair needs met for $10.00 an hour. Minor repairs
include tasks such as clogged sinks, leaky faucets, broken windows, etc.
The City of Tukwila works with the Minor Home Repair program from
Senior Services of Seattle King County. We use federal Community
Development Block Grant funds to help defray the cost of this service.
Call 206-727-6210 for information on this program.
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NOW, while it's fresh in your mind... tear out this page and keep it handy for easy reference.
EMERGENCY PREPREDNRS5
SMART PLANNING 15 T14E KRY
BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE — INSPECT YOUR HOME
+ Go room to room, looking for tall, heavy items (water heater,
refrigerator, china cabinets, bookcases, etc.) which could topple;
secure them to wall studs.
+ Move heavy items to lower, securely fastened shelves.
+ Install clips, latches and other securing devices on cabinet doors.
+ Bolt down water heaters and all gas appliances.
+ Remove or isolate flammable materials.
+ Relocate beds away from Targe windows, if possible. Don't hang
heavy items over beds. Securely fasten mirror to dresser or wall.
+ Make sure that your house is bolted to its foundation.
BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE — PREPARE YOURSELF
+ Assemble a family emergency kit - first aid, drinking water, regular
medications, toiletries, flashlight, radio and batteries, cash, extra
pet food, etc.; keep it in a place that will be accessible.
+ Ask your children's school about their disaster procedures.
+ Keep propane in your BBQ tank for cooking without power.
+ Buy portable gas -powered generator for emergency electricity.
+ Know how to turn off the gas, water and electricity in your home.
DURING THE EARTHQUAKE:
1. Stay calm.
2. If you are inside a building, stay there.
+ Dive under a sturdy table, desk or bed. Choose shelter which will
offer an air space if it collapses. If your "furniture -shelter" moves,
stay under it and move with it around the room.
+ Stand in a strong doorway, move to an inner wall or hallway, or
brace yourself in an inside comer, away from windows.
+ Stay away from tall bookcases, high shelves, china cabinets, and
other furniture which might slide or topple. Stay away from
windows, sliding and shower doors, mirrors and chimneys.
+ Watch for falling objects (e.g. plaster, bricks, light fixtures).
+ Grab anything handy (coat, blanket, newspapers, box, etc.) to shield
your head and face from failing debris and splintering glass.
3. Do not rush outside. Stairways may be collapsed and exits packed
with people. Power for elevators may go out, leaving you stranded.
4. If you are outside, stay there. Move away from high buildings,
walls, power poles, fallen power lines, and lamp posts. If possible,
move to an open area. If in an urban area, get under a car.
5. If driving, stop away from buildings, bridges, over & underpasses,
utility lines, or large trees; stay inside car until the shaking stops.
6. Assume all fallen electrical wires and things they touch are live.
AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE:
+ Call 911 ONLY for serious injuries or life-threatening situations.
Do not use phone except for genuine emergencies.
+ Give first aid to injured people and keep them in a safe place. Do
not move the seriously hurt unless there's further danger of injury.
+ Check for fires, fire hazards and hazardous conditions. Use flash-
lights for light. Do not light matches, cigarettes, or turn on electrical
switches as they could create sparks and cause an explosion.
+ Wear heavy shoes to protect feet from broken glass. Keep head and
face protected.
+ Turn off appliances. Check utility lines and appliances for damage.
If gas leaks or utility line breakage is suspected, do not use phones
or electrical switches. Turn off gas and/or electricity at main valve
or circuit breaker, open windows, leave house, report condition to
authorities, and return when utility officials say it is safe.
+ If water Teaks are suspected, shut off water at main valve. You'll
have an emergency water supply available in your hot water tank.
+ Listen to radio for advisories, traffic problems, locations of public
shelters, etc.
+ Do not touch downed power lines or objects they touch.
+ Clean up spilled potentially harmful household chemicals.
+ Check to see that sewage lines are intact before flushing toilets.
+ Check house, roof and chimney for damage.
+ Open closets and cupboards carefully.
+ Keep refrigerator and freezer closed as much as possible. Plan to
eat refrigerated food first, frozen foods next, and canned foods last.
+ Practice good sanitation habits, and keep fingers out of mouths to
prevent the possibility of infection.
+ Do not go exploring. Other hazards (fires, floods, landslides)
triggered by the earthquake may be occurring.
+ Be prepared for aftershocks.
+ Cooperate with public safety officials. Be prepared to evacuate
if necessary.
For more disaster information:
American Red Cross, King County 206-323-2345
King County Office of Emergency Management 206-296-3830
For a brochure on putting together survival kits for home, car
and work, or a brochure on making a disaster plan, send a
request with a stamped, legal -size, self-addressed envelope to:
The Red Cross
1900 - 25th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98144
CITY DIRECTORY
TUKWILA CITY HALL
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Hours: Mon. thru Fri., 8:3OAM -5:OOPM
Telephone: 206-433-1800
Fax number: 206-433-1833
TTY number: 206-248-2933
Website: http://www.cLtukwila.wa.us
E-mail: tulcwila@cLtukwila.wa.us
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Joan Hernandez, Pres. 206-248-0260
Pam Carter 206-244-0558
Joe H. Duffle (beeper #) 206-994-7229
Dave Fenton 206-246-4980
Jim Haggerton 206-244-7846
Pamela Linder 206-439-2473
Richard Simpson 206-243-7715
Lucy Lauterbach, Analyst206-433-1834
Council Message Line 206-431-3652
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
7:OOPM 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 206-433-1805
City Administrator
John McFarland 206-433-1832
Municipal Court 206-433-1840
Human Services 206-433-7180
Finance Department
Alan Doerschel, Dir 206-433-1835
Tourism/Marketing206-575-2489
Fire Department
Tom Keefe, Chief 206-575-4404
Dept. of Community Development
Steven Lancaster, Dir. 206-431-3680
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
THE HAZELNUT
is a bimonthly newsletter published
by the City of Tukwila and
written by City staff.
Editing/production: Stacia Norris
Alternate Light Rail route (continued from page 1)
Tukwila's residents, businesses and elected officials have long opposed routing light
rail along Tukwila International Boulevard (Highway 99). Light rail is inconsistent
with community plans for revitalizing the highway corridor, and for creating the
mixed-use "Tukwila Village" neighborhood center around the intersection of T.I.B.
and South 144th Street. Community impacts associated with the Tukwila Freeway
Route will be significantly lower. The City is committed to ensuring that Sound
Transit provides adequate mitigation for all negative impacts.
Mayor Steve Mullet attributed Tukwila's progress toward keeping light rail off the
highway to a strongly united community and City Council, and to the support of our
representatives in Washington DC, Olympia and at the King County Courthouse.
Singled out were Congressman Adam Smith, Representative Julia Patterson and
County Executive Ron Simms for their efforts on behalf of Tukwila.
Tukwila and Sound Transit representatives identified a number of cost-saving ideas
intended to allow the Tukwila Freeway Route to be built, without increasing the
overall "Sound Move" budget for regional transit improvements. Sound Transit
Board members indicated in their motion the importance of "neutral budget impact."
A final decision by Sound Transit concerning the Freeway Route is expected
sometime this spring. Contact Community Development Director Steve Lancaster
at 206-431-3670 for more information or status updates on light rail in Tukwila.
Mark your calendar now for a special holiday event!
Monday, May 28, 2001— 10:OOAM to 5:OOPM
Memorial Day at the Museum of Flight: A Salute to Veterans
Sponsored by the City of Tukwila
Enjoy a patriotic, fun -filled Memorial Day holiday at the Museum of Flight. This year
we'll be celebrating a famous group of veterans, the American Volunteer Group,
better known as the Flying Tigers. These brave volunteers defended China and
Burma from Japanese airpower before America entered WWII. AVG President Dick
Rossi will be our keynote speaker. The Museum will also feature walkthrough tours
of its B-29, which is currently in restoration; docent -led tours of other military
aircraft in the Museum's collection; hands-on kid/family workshops; outdoor
barbecue; live music, and — if all goes according to plan — a static display of the
historic P-40 aircraft flown by the AVG.
Please look for your free admission coupon and more information about Memorial
Day at the Museum of Hight in the next issue of the Hazelnut.
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