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Resolution No. 1334 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON DECLARING AN EMERGENCY DUE
TO HIGH WATER CONDITIONS IN THE GREEN RIVER.
WHEREAS, the City was informed by King County that the conditions on the Green River were
anticipated to reach maximum capacity for the City's levee system; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor of Tukwila was informed about these predicted conditions and about the
possible need to utilize City resources to protect the property and safety of City residents and businesses;
and
WHEREAS, the Mayor issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency in order to allow City
forces to respond with appropriate resources in the event that river conditions posed an eminent threat to
public safety and public and private property; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to provide their support and endorsement of the Mayor in his
action to declare an emergency;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON DO
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. On November 28, 1995 through the present, high flow conditions in the Green River
require that City forces have the capability and authorization to respond to emergency situations which
threaten public safety and public or private property.
Section 2. To the extent that the response to such emergency situations requires City officials to
dispense with formal procurement and contracting practices to respond to the threat to public safety and
public and private property, then such actions shall be hereby authorized as provided by Washington
State law.
PASSED BY THEgTY COUNCI,L')OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a regular
meeting thereof this day of A/e ,1995.
Allan Ekberg, Council Preside
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
J h e E. Cantu, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Office of the City Attorney
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number: 3
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