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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2012-07-02 Item 8C - Report - City AdministratorCity of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT TO: Mayor Haggerton Councilmembers FROM: David Cline, City Administrator DATE: June 27, 2012 SUBJECT: Report for July 2, 2012 Regular Council Meeting The City Administrator Report is meant to provide the Council, staff and community an update on the activities of the City and on issues that concern Tukwila. The report consists of information provided by the Executive Team, with editing and input by the City Administrator. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information about any of the following items, and please feel free to contact any of the department heads for additional information. Intergovernmental and Local Issues Update MEETINGS Regional Collaboration: On June 12, Tukwila staff participated with jurisdiction representatives from Kent, Renton, Bellevue, Federal Way, Kirkland and King County to discuss the challenges and successes with the newly implemented Coordinated Entry System for homeless families with children. Regional Animal Control Services of King County: On June 26, staff from the City Clerk's Office hosted the Marketing Sub Committee meeting at City Hall. Staff from King County and area cities meet quarterly to collaborate on strategies to enhance and promote pet licensing. A reminder about the benefits of licensing pets will be included in the upcoming Surface Water bill mailing that reaches 5300+ Tukwila residents. Department Updates HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION Information and Referral: In the months of January through May 2012, Human Services assisted with 904 requests for various services. Of those, there were 310 requests for financial assistance, with 51 being filled. The remaining 259 requests were unable to be filled due to lack of resources. Prevalence of Homelessness: During the week of June 18, staff worked with 5 homeless households including 2 single adults, 2 couples and one adult with an older son with disabilities. Several households had been in Tukwila from 1- 10 years. Health and economic issues contribute to the barriers. Community Connection: On June 18, staff met with Representatives from the Tukwila based Somali American Autism Support non profit group. Staff provided technical assistance on fund development, meeting space, and community collaboration. Non profit Coordination and Collaboration: On June 15, staff cohosted the quarterly meeting of contracted service providers at the City of SeaTac. Representatives from Berk Consulting and the 4 Culture group attended and appreciated the sharing of information. 65 City Administrator Report Page 2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT King County Aerospace Alliance: On June 19, staff participated in the King County Aerospace Alliance bi- monthly staff conference call. The attendees provided updates on the status of their portion of the action plan, which is available on the King County website. Tourism Promotion Area (TPA): Staff attended the SeaTac City Council study session on June 12 for the discussion of tourism promotion areas and the SeaTac Hotel /Motel Advisory Committee on June 13 for the same topic. On June 26, the SeaTac City Council approved a contract for legal services to prepare the paperwork necessary to create a TPA and public development authority (PDA). Southcenter Marketing Partnership: On June 14, staff and the Chamber of Commerce co- sponsored a meeting of the Southcenter Marketing Partnership retailers to discuss their interest in using the opening of the Southcenter Parkway extension as an event for reaching their customers. The opening date and event will be determined at a later date. PARKS AND RECREATION Touch A Truck Event: On June 23, staff sponsored the second annual Touch A Truck and Emergency Preparedness event. The event includes a vast presentation of public and private vehicles for kids and families to touch and climb upon. About 450 people participated during the first two hours of the event, which closed early due to the weather. All Nations Cup Orchestral Performance: Staff have been working closely with the All Nations Cup event producer to bring a performance led by three -time Latin Grammy nominee, Jovino Santos Neto, a master pianist and composer, who is among the top Brazilian musicians in the industry. The performance will be at Cascade View Park on Saturday, July 28 at 12 Noon. 4Culture is primary sponsor of the event, and Tukwila Parks and Recreation Staff will be coordinating marketing and outreach efforts for the performance Summer Camp Programs: Summer camp activities started on June 25, with registration and attendance about 15% higher than last year. Ill. Responses to Council /Citizen Inquiries Follow -up from City Council meeting of April 16, 2012 regarding process for overpayment of business licenses. Business license fees are non refundable. Overpayments received on business license and RGRL fees are refunded in May, after most renewal notices have been processed. This allows staff the time to apply overpayments and /or credits to the customer's annual renewal. While we do not typically receive requests for refunds, those requests occurring after the month of May are handled on a case by case basis. Follow -up from City Council meeting of June 11, 2012 regarding tall grass on the Tukwila Village site. In the past few years, the Public Works Department would use their heavy equipment to mow the site, and the Parks Department would use hand held equipment to trim. Public Works has not had sufficient staff available to mow the site, and options are being evaluated. Home Depot has offered to perform some voluntary community service work and is considering taking on this project. Public Works is positioning the ecology blocks to keep private vehicles from parking on the property. Follow -up from City Council meeting of June 11, 2012 regarding room rental at Tukwila Community Center as it relates to non -use of the oven. The Tukwila Community Center Rental Packet (page 5) lists those items that are not included when the kitchen is rented, to include: the white, household stove /oven, deli slicer, utensils, dishes, pots /pans, and trays. The white, household stove /oven was purchased by the now defunct Duwamish Improvement Club and was donated strictly for use in the Senior Program. It is a household stove and is not intended, nor capable of handling the heavy use that would come with rentals. This information is also provided during the tours given to potential renters.