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Resolution No. 1 57 7
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.
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 damage and prevent further impact to
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 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, due to damages
and the need for protective actions brought about by erosion, and hereby authorizes City
resources 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 OFE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, at a Regular Meeting thereof this day of C hi 2005.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
G� f Pamela Linder, Council President
('J�e E. Cantu, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council: S -/t�r' —d
Office of the City Attorney Resolution Number: 671
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