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Resolution No.S
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 a break in a roadway cross culvert has
occurred at the 12800 block of 35th Avenue South; and
WHEREAS, the break has resulted in damage to the roadway, creek, and poses a
significant risk to existing gas, sewer, and water utilities; and
WHEREAS, the repairs to the roadway and drainage culvert 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 support and endorsement of
the Mayor in his action to declare an emergency and in the City's efforts to respond to
the emergency;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council supports the Mayor in his declaration of an emergency,
due to damages and the need for protective actions brought about by a failed roadway
culvert, 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 TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
at a Regular Meeting thereof this a-& day of T� h,- u cif 2007.
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ATTEST/ AUTHENTICATED: t� N-k a
6 20-�� erna Griffin, Council President
Ja6k Cantu, CIVIC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Filed with the City Clerk: a /�/07
Passed by the City Council: -A0 -O f)
Office of the City Attorney Resolution Number: j c
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