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Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY IN RESPONSE TO
DAMAGES TO PUBLIC PROPERTY DUE TO EROSION, WHICH
OCCURRED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE 42ND AVENUE
SOUTH BRIDGE APPROACH.
WHEREAS, it has been determined that significant erosion has occurred at the
northwest corner of the 42nd Avenue South bridge approach, and
WHEREAS, the erosion has resulted in significant loss of roadway and structural
support; and
WHEREAS, the repairs to the roadway and bridge abutment are required
immediately, and
WHEREAS, RCW 39 04.280 provides for emergency declarations and competitive
bidding exemptions, and
WHEREAS, the Mayor of Tukwila has declared an emergency in order to allow
City forces to respond with appropriate resources to restore damages and prevent
further impacts to public and private property; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to provide their suppport and endorsement of
the Mayor in his action to declare an emergency and for the City's efforts to respond to
the emergency;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
The City Council supports the Mayor in his declaration of emergency discovered
on July 27, 2004, due to damage which occurred at the northwest corner of the 42nd
Avenue South bridge approach, brought about by erosion, and the need for protective
actions, and hereby authorizes City forces to respond in the manner which is most
effective and expedient, without regard for the procedures and formalities which
would otherwise govern the assignment of duties, procurement of materials, and
contracting of services. This situation is an emergency as defined in RCW 39 04.280(3)
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKWILA, WASHINGTON,
at a Regular Meeting thereof this f41 �d� day of 2004.
ATTEST/ AUTHENTICATED
�J24�- Ha n Council President
ja #e E. Cantu, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED Tq FORM BY J
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council. /a U
Office of the i �(ttorney Resolution Number- 7
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