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City of Tukwila
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
The City of opportunity, the community of choice
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Councilmembers
FROM: David Cline, City Administrator
DATE: June 26, 2013
SUBJECT: Report for July 1, 2013 Regular Council Meeting
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
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. Please let me know if you have
any questions or need additional information about any of the following items.
I. Intergovernmental Update
• Southwest Kinq County Economic Development Initiative's (SKEDI) Retreat:
Councilmember Hougardy and staff attended the SKCEDI's retreat on June 12 where
the organization decided to continue its work.
• Suburban Poverty in South Kinq County: Two recent meetings focused on the
newest book, "Confronting Suburban Poverty in America" by Elizabeth Kneebone and
Alan Berube, from the Brookings Institution. This book profiles several suburban areas,
including South King County, and how these areas are coordinating their services to
address this emerging national issue.
• Human Services Quarterly Provider Meeting: This meeting was jointly
hosted by Tukwila and SeaTac on June 14 with a presentation from Mary
Fertakis of the Tukwila School Board about the new Brookings Institute report
on suburbanization of poverty. Over 20 providers attended.
• South King County Human Services Annual Luncheon: Councilmember
Kruller and several city staff attended this annual awards luncheon on June
25 where the keynote speaker was author and researcher Alan Berube.
• Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce Lunch: Councilmember Hougardy
and staff members attended the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce lunch
on June 14 where both the Superintendent of Highline School District and Interim
Superintendent of Tukwila School District gave presentations on how they are creating
strategic goals and working to provide services to address the needs of their diverse
student population.
• King County Animal Control Marketing Committee Meeting: On June 26, 2013, the
City Clerk's Office hosted the Marketing Committee Meeting with Regional Animal
Control Services of King County. Representatives from the county and area cities share
marketing strategies to increase animal licensing, to include outbound calling programs,
mailings, signage in facilities and parks. Tukwila has been successful in securing a
volunteer for outbound calling to remind pet owners to renew their license. Next steps
include investigating the possibility of signage and licensing information in City parks and
trails.
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II. Community Events
• Tukwila Garden Tour: The Tukwila Garden Tour is scheduled for Saturday, July 13.
Private gardens in Tukwila will be featured, each with a unique theme. Speakers from
the Cascade Water Alliance, as well as music, art, and refreshments will be highlighted
at various gardens. This event is being coordinated by the Parks and Recreation
Department, Events Division and volunteers from the Southgate Garden Club. Tickets
are available at the Community Center.
• The Annual Teen Summer Kickoff Festival: was held on June 18 at Foster High
School. 500+ kids attended along with several providers, and vendors. Activities for
teens included basketball tournaments, bouncers, basketball and more. Staff from
various City Departments, Equity and Diversity Commissioners and others worked at
booths and provided information and giveaways to kids and parents. Officers and
Records staff from the police department participated in the event by playing various
sports, helping set up, visiting venues and providing security.
III. Staff Updates
Public Safety
• New Canine Team: On June 12, 2013, our new canine team, Officer Brent Frank and
Canine Ace, completed their training course and state certification. The 400 -hour training
course prepares the canine team for the many aspects of patrol dog duties, to include
building and evidence searches, tracking, canine handler control and canine obedience.
On June 15, 2013, Officer Frank and Ace were assigned to night shift patrol duties and
located and captured a person who fled from the Washington State Patrol and was
wanted for various crimes and a felony warrant.
Project Updates
• Urban Renewal Area: Appraisals on the 7 commercial properties in the Urban Renewal
Area have been completed and an analysis will be developed for further
review /discussion and next steps.
• Strategic Plan Implementation: Discussions were held regarding the City's proposed
pilot Liaison program and upcoming team meetings will be utilized to finalize the
recruitment /selection process. The group hopes to have 2 liaisons identified and trained
in the 4th quarter of 2013. Staff is also exploring opportunities to provide diversity and
equity training for City employees.
• Tukwila Village Update: Applications have been received for lot consolidation; design
review for overall site development and building approval for Phase 1; SEPA; and
Special Permission Parking Waiver. The King County Tukwila Library Design Review
and special Permission Parking Decision can now be considered complete. When the
Notice of Application is posted and mailed, staff will include the time and place of a
public meeting to obtain comments and keep the community informed on the progress of
the project.
• The Commute Trip Reduction (CTR): The CTR Board selected a proposed Pilot
Project submitted by the City of Tukwila to encourage trip reduction efforts in Tukwila
Urban Center and Manufacturing Industrial Center.
• Westfield Southcenter Retailer Meeting - Commuter Event: City staff in conjunction
with King County Metro staff gave a presentation to the retailers at Westfield
Southcenter Mall and hosted an information booth. The presentation and booth focused
on an incentive program for using alternative transportation modes rather than driving to
work alone. Staff is currently coordinating with the manager at the Mall to do separate
presentations for the anchor tenants. The incentive program will run for several weeks
and is funded by a grant from Washington State Department of Transportation.
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Community Services
• Duwamish Shoreline Challenge: DCD and Parks Department staff led volunteers in a
work party on Friday, June 14, to restore native vegetation on the Duwamish River
Shoreline as part of the Restore the Duwamish Shoreline Challenge in collaboration with
Forterra, BECU and other businesses.
IV. Responses to Council /Citizen Inquiries
• Code Enforcement - Seasons Apartments - 3721 S. 152 —d Street: Code Enforcement
investigated a significant amount of debris on the public right of way near the Seasons
Apartments on S. 152nd St. The issue was brought up at a recent Council meeting and
several citizens also contacted the city about the problem. Officer Hulvey investigated
and determined that the debris was the result of an inappropriate eviction at the Seasons
Apartments. Officer Hulvey spoke to the manager and ordered the items removed within
48 hours. She posted a notice and order. When she returned later that same day, the
materials had been completely removed and the street swept of all debris.
• Update on 13360 561 Avenue: City staff are investigating concerns regarding a tree
planted in the City right -of -way abutting private property as the property owner has
alleged that recurring PVC water pipe failures may be result of tree roots.
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