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2007, 03-06 Regular MeetingAGENDA SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR l1tEETING Tuesday, March 6, 2007 Council Meeting 9111 6:00 p.m. CfrY HALL AT REDWOOD PLAZA 11707 East Sprague Avenue, First Floor Council Requests All Electronic Devices be Turned OR During Council Meeting CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE-OF ALLI! GiANCE: ROLL CALL: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: INTRODIiCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS Ai%D PRESENTATIONS: COMNITITFE, BOARD, LIAISON 1,iI1111,41L%RY REPORTS: NLAVOR'S REPORT: Proclamwian: " A-fanh fist Afeals" PUBLIC CON"4FN'TS: Except where indicated below for "public comment" this is an opportunity for the public to speak on any topic. When you come to the podium, please state your name and address for the record and limit remarks to three minutes. 11. CONSFIVI AGENDA: Consists of items considered routine which are approved as a group. A Councilmcmber may remove an item from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately. a. following Claim Vouchers: VOUCHER LIST DATIv VOUCHER Ns TOTAL VOUCHER. AMOUNT 02-16-07 11077-11157 S 1 L593 426.01 02-23-07 11158-11176 S57,902.58 I GRAND TOTAL 51,653,328.59 b. Payroll for PeriodEndhig February28, 2007: 5227,160.40 c. Approval of Beverly Bills Drainage Improvements d. Minutes of February 27, 2007 Regular Council Meeting NEW BUStNESS 2. Motion Consideration: Street Sweeping Request for Proposals - John 14ohman [public comment) PUBLIC COMM1IE:NTS Except where indicated above for "public comment" this is an opportunity for the public to speak en an (epic. When you come to the podium, please state your nime and address for the rNord and limit remarks to thee a minutes. ,AD1l1Iti'ISTRATIVE REPORTS: 3. City Manager Comments 4. Consultant for City Center Revitalization Plan - Scott Kuhta 3. Spokane County's Hazard Plan (FEMA) - Marina Sukup 6. 2006 Accomplishments Report - Nina Repor Council Agcada 03-06-07 Regular Meeting Pagc 1 of 2 INFORMATION ONLY: nla EXECUTIVE SESSION: n/a ADJ Ol rRN `1 EN'T FUTURE SCHEDULE Rrgular Council Afeetings are generally held .Ind and 4" Tuesdays, beginning at 6:00 p.nt. Council Study Sessions are generally held and 5th Tuesdays, beginning at 6:00AmL Other Tentative Upcominn Meetintts/Events: March 13,2007: No Council Meeting or Council Study Session NOTICE, Individuttls plartning to attend the meeting who require special assistmrce to accommodate physical, hearing, or Wier itnpaimmmm please contAct the City Clerk at (5fM) 921-1004 as sewn as pasWc so that wangcments may lie made Counci I Agenda 03-06-47 Regular Meeting Page 2 of 2 ~.1 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: 03-06-07 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: x consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing ❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Approval of the Following Vouchers: VOUCHER LIST DATE VOUCHER rts TOTAL VOUCHER AMOUNT 02-16-07 11077-11157 $1,595,426.01 02-23-07 11158-11176 $57,902.58 GRAND TOTAL $1,653,328.59 RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Approve claims for vouchers as listed above. BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: STAFF CONTACT: Amy Sienknecht ATTACHMENTS Voucher Lists vchlist ,Voucher. List Page: 1 02/'i6/2007 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley_ Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # . . Descri ption/Account • . • • Amount 11077 2/9/2007 000167 VERA'WATER POWER 02-07-07 41514. MOVE FACILITES WITHIN EASEME 6,837.79 Total : 6,837.79 11085 2/1512007 000001 SPOKANE COUNTY TREASURER Inv. date 28107 SPOKANE COUNTY SERVICES PA) 1,358,899.65 Total : 1,358,899.65 11086 211W007 000921 A TO Z RENTALS 87496 41475 MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT RENT/ 255.43 Total : 255.43 11087 2/16/2007 001225 ACCOUNTEMPS, FILE 73484 17841315 FINANCE DEPT. TEMP. 372.49 Total : 372.49 11088 2116/2007 000998 AIR FILTER SALES NW, INC. 42923 41423 MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 3,361.21 Total : 3,361.21 11089 2/16/2007 001081 ALSCO Ispo157008 MATS FOR POLICE PRECINCT 10.74 Ispo157009 MATS FOR POLICE PRECINCT SHC 13.30 Total : 24.04 11090 2116/2007 000335 ALTON'S TIRE INC. 06-22649 SERVICE ON '99 JEEP CHEROKEE 228.04 6-22786 SERVICE ON'03 CHEW MALIBU 33.83 Total : 261.87 11091 2116/2007 000590 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF, CODE E N 02122007 AACE MEMBERSHIP FOR NIK BENI 50.00 Total : 50.00 11092 2/16/2007 000135 AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION 096840-061203 APA MEMBERSHIP FOR MIKE. BASI 319.00 100486-061203 APA MEMBERSHIP FOR SCOTT KU 283.00 Total : 612.00 11093 2/16/2007 000763 ART SOURCE INC. 02152007 41366 INTERIOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNS 1,762.58 Total : 1,762.58 11094 2/1612007 000030 AVISTA UTILITIES 02152007 MASTER ACCOUNT: 410069444 22,399.86 Total : 22,399.86 11095 2116/2007 000841 BCI CREATIVE INC. 7949 WEB DESIGN FOR CENTERPLACE 75.00 Page: 1 vchlist Voucher List Page: 2. 02116/2007- -•'4:55:36PM• Spokane Valley Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description/Account Amount 11095 • 211612007 000841 ' 000841' BCI.CREATIVE INC.- (Continued) Total : 75.00 11096 2/1612007 000907 BUILDING MAINTENANCE SUPPLY 41104 41425 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 266.20 41106 41442 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 561.20 ' Total : 827.40 11097 2/16/2007 001022 CARR SALES CO. 838950 41476 MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 938.21 Total : 938.21 11098 211612007 000729 CH2MHILL INC. 3586444 40691 0009 - VALLEY CORRIDOR ENV. ST 5,998.52 Total : 5,998.52 11099 2/1612007 000109 COFFEE SYSTEMS INC 47583 COFFEE ORDER FOR CITY HALL 101.10 47632 COFFEE ORDER FOR CENTERPLA 48.00 Total : 149.10 11100 2/16/2007 000606-COLUMBIA FIBER SOLUTIONS 474 DARK FIBER LEASE MONTHLY BILL 228.06 Total : 228.06 11101 2/16/2007 000326 CONSOLIDATED IRRIGATION DIST, #19 06377.0 JANUARY 2007 WATER BILLING 51.40 Total : 51.40 11102 2/1612007 001256 CORKERY B JONES BENEFITS 02142007 ROOM 110 RENTAL REFUND REQL 260.00 Total : 260.00 11103 2/16/2007 000284 CRUCIAL TECHNOLOGY. INC. 240880789 41485 MEMORY UPGRADE FOR COMPUT 263.87 Total : 263.87 11104 211612007 000152 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION re-313-atb70116078 STATE ROUTE ROADWAY MAINTEI 7,012.81 Total : 7,012.81 11105 2/1612007 000693 DEPT OF INFORMATION SERVICES, STE 2007010202 MONTHLY BILLING FOR MASTER L 30.24 Total : 30.24 11106 211612007 000278 DRISKELL, CARY 02132007 MISC. MEETING TRAVEL REIMBUR 69.04 Total : 69.04 11107 2/16/2007 001196 E3 TECHNOLOGY, INC 1365 41419 NETWORK SECURITY AUDIT 3,333.35 r;e: 2 •vchlist Voucher List Page: 3 02!1612007 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # DescriptionlAccount . Amount 11107 211612007 001196 001196 E3 TECHNOLOGY, INC (Continued) Total : 3,333.35 11108 2/16/2007 000746 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY DEPARTMENT ES.21 71 56-00 2 -4TH -QTR. U I TAX 3,152.54 Total : 3,152.54 11109 2/16/2007 001232 FASTENAL CO. PURCHASING idlew41065 41492 FASTENAL CO. BLANKET PO 178.94 idlew41172 41492 FASTENAL CO. BLANKET PO 9.33 Total : 188.27 11110 2/16/2007..000839 GENERAL FIRE EQUIP. CO. 0081259 TESTING OF HOOD SYSTEM AT CE 101.27 Total : 101.27 11111 2/1612007, .001253 GORDON THOMAS HONEYWELL 1037 41525 LOBBYIST SERVICES 2,299.81 Total : 2,299.81 11112 211612007 000441 HOME DEPOT COMMERCIAL CREDIT. 02122007 ACCOUNT NUMBER ENDING: 0983 1,850.87 Total : 1,850.87 11113 2/1612007 ' 000388 IRVIN'WATER DIST. #6 112500.0 JANUARY 2007 WATER BILLING 166.00 Total : 166.00 11114 2/1612007 000117 JOURNAL NEWS PUBLISHING INC. 02122007 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 86.25 02122007 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 60.00 28682 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 46.20 28684 ADVERTISING FOR CITY CLERK 25.00 28687 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 58.50 Total : 275.95 11115 2116/2007 0008641.•JUB ENGINEERS, INC. 0043913 41409 CONTRACT NO 06-001, ST MASTEF 9,717.16 - Total : 9,717.16 11116 2/16/2007 001257 MARCHAND, MORGAN 02142007 GREAT ROOM RENTAL REFUND RI 275.25 Total : 275.25 111.17 2/1612007 000069 MERCIER, DAVID 02162007 AWC LEGISLATIVE MEETING REIM 614.16 Total : 614.16 11118 2/16/2007 000258 MICROFLEX INC. 00016874 TAXTOOLS SOFTWARE RENTAL 341.63 Page: 3 vchlist 02/1612007 Voucher List 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley Page: 4,= Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO# DescriptionlAccount Amount 11118 211612007 000258 000258 MICROFLEX INC. (Continued) Total : 341.63 11119 2/16/2007 000132 MODERN ELECTRIC WATER COMPANY 04500-01 SERVICE, ADDRESS: 721 PINES & F 93.60 04515-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 13313 BROAD 34.25 04553-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 230316TH & F 81.65 04556-01 SERVICE ADDRESS., PINES &,MISS 94.85 04559-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 11123 MISS 81.25 04562-11 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 11423 MISS 142.85 04605-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 9118 MISSI4 43.15 04639-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 9122 BROA 45.20 04669-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: N. 800 UNIVEF 46.85 04691-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: N. 800 BOWDI 43.10 04732-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: N. 100 BALFO 93.14 04745-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 9707 SPRAGU 57.65 04792-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 11600 SPR/ 52.45 04836.02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 9105 SPRAGU 78.68 04966-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 12112 SPRY 5,546.10 04971-01 SERVICE.ADDRESS: SPRAGUE AN 165.50 06811-02 SERVICE ADDRESS:'9211 ARGONI• . 50.45 07099-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 10701 SPRr 63.19 07247-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E: 9207 MONT 62.30 07750-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 12910 SPRI 63.00 07850-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 10920 SPRJ 64.56 07861-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: N. 1600 MULL 45.65 08297-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 13001 SPR/ 66.55 08343-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 10700 4TH i 83.40 09779-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 10518 LITES E 224.00 09784-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E. 12710 SPRW 1,108.76 09909-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 9614 2ND & F! 73.25 09911-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 213 2ND & UN 66.35 09963-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: E., 11123.5 MIE 37.68 10038-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 10001 HERALI 46.50 1x039-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 9405 WILLOW 28.30 10040-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 9614 FARR& E 28.30 10041-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 100112 DARTI 28.30 10042-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 1402 16TH & E 21.65 10046-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 13102 MISSIO 33.80 ac: 4 vchlist Voucher List Page: 5 02116/2007 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description/Account Amount 11119 2/1612007 000132 MODERN ELECTRIC WATER COMPANY (Continued) 10049-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: XWALK BROA 38.71 Total : 8,934.97 11120 2/16/2007 ob0132 MODERN ELECTRIC WATER COMPANY. 09910-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 114 2ND & DA 16.35 10031-02 SERVICE ADDRESS: 108 APPLEW/ 11.20 10176-01 SERVICE ADDRESS: S. 1607 PINES 21.65 Total : 49.20 11121 2/16/2007 000435 NCW CHAPTER OF ICC 02142007 9TH BO SHORT COURSE FOR TUR 440.00 Total : 440.00 11122 211612007 001254 NELSON, BETTY 02142007 ROOM 110 RENTAL'REFUND REAL 50.00 Total : 50.00 11123 2/1612007 001035 NETWORK DESIGN & MANAGEMENT 14790 41435 UPDATE COMPUTER NETWORK D( 1,920.00 Total : 1,920.00 11124 211612007 001233 NORTHWEST FENCE COMPANY 0013837-IN 41496 SECURITY FENCING FOR WAREH( 3,225.42 Total : 3,225.42 11125 2/1612007 000121 NORTHWEST MAILING, INC 43921 ANNUAL NIAINT. RENEWAL FOR N1 650.00 Total : 650.00 11126. 211612007 000058 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE ASSOC. 02122007 PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING FOR. 101.00 Total : 101.00 11127 2116/2007 001252 ODOM CORPORATION 02122007 REFUND REQUEST FOR GREAT R( 479.50 Total : 479.50 11128 211612007 000652 OFFICE DEPOT INC. 371590869-001 41478 OFFICE SUPPLIES 93.08 41478 371763817-001 41478 OFFICE SUPPLIES 16.16 374400534-001 41507 OFFICE SUPPLIES 27.37 Total : 136.61 11129 2/1612007 000307 OFFICE OF THE STATE TREASURER 02152007 STATE REMITTANCES 59,324.81 Page: 5 vchlist Voucher List Page: 6x 0211612007 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description/Account Amount 11129 2/1612007 000307 000307 OFFICE OF THE STATE TR EASUREI (Continued) Total : 59,324.81 11130 2116/2007 000512 OFFICETEAM 17753187 ADMIN. ASSISTANT FOR COMM. DT 561.00 17798326 ADMIN. ASSISTANT FOR COMM. DI 519.75 17809346 ADMIN. ASSISTANT FOR COMM. DI 123.75 Total : 1,204.50 11131 2/1612007 001226 PAPER DIRECT 3459700400018 41508 OFFICE SUPPLIES 132.91 Total : 132.91 11132 211612007 000418 PARSON, KAREN 02152007. PARKING FOR MEETING AT AIRPO 13.00 Total : 13.00 11133 2/1612007 000494 PRO PEOPLE STAFFING SERV INC. 20,237 TEMP. WORKERS FOR CENTERPL, 1,105.60 Total : 1,105.60 11134 2/1612007 001161 PROVISIONAL STAFFING SERVICES 3008-0500014451 TEMP. WORKER FOR IT SUPPORT 818.56 3008-050014402 TEMP. ASSISTANT FOR IT SUPPOF 972.04 Total : 1,790.60 11135 2/1612007 000341 RICOH CORPORATION 07032433874 MONTHLY BILLING FOR RICOH PRI 246.53 07032434124 MONTHLY BILLING FOR RICOH PRI 412.68 07032446544 MONTHLY BILLING FOR RICOH PRI 238.92 Total : 898.13 11136 2/16/2007 000709 SENSKE LAWN & TREE CARE INC. 1584162 CENTENNIAL TRAIL-N. 2626 DISCO 1,900.50 1584163 N. 2626 DISCOVERY PL. SERVICE 48,822.92 Total : 50,723:42 11137 2/16/2007 001255 SHIVA, MAKS 02142007 GREAT ROOM RENTAL REFUND RI 1,300.00 Total'. 1,300.00 11138 2/16/2007 000726 SHUR KLEEN SERVICES, INC- 66216 41479 CARPET CLEANING 300.00 66288 41516 JANITORIAL SERVICES 115.00 Total : 415.00 11139 2116/2007 '000779 SOUTHARD, BRAD 301306 41495 QUOTE NO. 0003.07 DEAD ANIMAL 563.00 Total : 563.00 6 vchlist 0211612007 4:55:36PM 2116/2007 001140 SPECIAL ASPHALT PRODUCTS rage: 7 Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor 11140 2/16/2007 001174 SPACESAVER NORTHWEST 11141 11142 11143 11144 11145 11146 11147 11148 11149 11150 11151 C-) Voucher List Spokane Valley Invoice PO # Description/Account 503746 41456 SHELVING* FOR PLANNING AND Bt Total . invc037594 41464 QUOTE NO. 0001.07 POTHOLE COL invc037610 41464 ,QUOTE NO. 0001.07 POTHOLE COL Total : 2116/2007 000230 `SPOKANE CNTY AUDITORS OFC, RECO 02152007 RECORDING/FILING FEES Total 2/1612007 000308' SPOKANE COUNTY PROSECUTING, AT1 02152007 CRIME VICTIMS COMPENSATION F Total 2/16/2007 000001' SPOKANE COUNTY TREASURER 02122007 SPO. COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT I 02122007 VALLEY PRECINCT SNOW PLOWII` Total 2/16/2007 000668 SPOKANE COUNTY TREASURER, D.E. 45222.0227 2007 PROPERTY TAX & ASSESSME Total : 2/16/2007 000323 - SPOKANE COUNTY UTILITIES- . 027129/077129 12710 E. SPRAGUE AVE. 0316081081608 11423 E. MISSION AVE. Total 2/1612007 000374 SPOKANE REGIONAL, CHAMBER OF CC 52706 LEG. FORUM & RECEPTION-M. DEN Total : 2/16/2007 000011 SPOKANE VALLEY CHAMBER, OF COMA 106790 REG. FOR GOVT. AFFAIRS FEBRU/ 106822 SPRING/SUMMER 2007 DIRECTOR Total : ; 2/16/2007 000405 SPOKANE VALLEY COMMUNITY, CENTE 02142007 1ST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT OF G Total: 2116/2007. 001251 SWANSON, STEFANIE 02122007 REFUND FOR MIRABEAU SPRINGS Total : 211612007 000093 THE SPOKESMAN-REVIEW INC. 02122007' ADVERTISING FOR ASSISTANT EN Amount 12,382.53 12,382.53 703.73 703.74 1,407.47 657.00 657.00 924.36 924.36 1,058.54 464.88 1,523.42 715.21 715.21 44.10 255.19 299.29 50.00 50.00 60.00 260.00 320.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 1,345.00 1,345.00 205.50 Page: 7 vchlist Voucher List Page: 8. 0211612007 4:55:36PM Spokane•Valley Bank code : 8pbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description/Account' Amount 11151 211612007 000093 THE SPOKESMAN-REVIEW INC- (Continued) 02132007 REQUEST AND NOTICE CLASSIFIE 2,068.36 Total : 2,274.86 11152 2/16/2007 000014 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. inv0104155 41453 EdenfTyler Technologies- 350.00 Total : 350.00 11153 211612007 000167 VERA WATER & POWER 0006-033021.00 SERVICE ADDRESS: EVERGREEN 21.63 0007-017753.01 SERVICE AT TWO LOCATIONS 18.69 0008-010790.01 SERVICE ADDRESS: 8TH & SULLIV. 53.00 0010-003488.01 SERVICE ADDRESS:'SPRAGUE/SU 109.64 0011-010826.01 SERVICE AT TWO LOCATIONS 4.54 02142007 WATER & ELECTRIC CHARGES; 00 202.63 02142007 TRAFFIC`SIGNAL CHARGES; 0004-1 156.32 02142007 TRAFFIC SIGNAL CHARGES; 0005-1 57.22 02142007 TRAFFIC SIGNAL CHARGES; 00024 155.33 02142007 TRAFFIC SIGNAL CHARGES; 0001-1 75.00 02142007 WATER & ELECTRIC' CHARGES; 00 21.63 Total : 875.63 11154 211612007 001219 WASHINGTON AUTO CARRIAGE 39949 41474 QUOTE #0002.07 ARROW-BOARD I 1,004.48 Total : 1,004.48 11155 2116/2007 000608 WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY 02122007 ROAD BUILDERS' CLINIC REG.-SC( 439.00 Total 439.00 11156 2/16/2007 OOb558 WCMA 02122007 MERCIER REGISTRATION-NW REC 285.00 Total : 285.00 11157 2/1612007 000089 XO COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 0213632959 INTERNET CONNECTIONS 1,558.26 Tota 1 : 1,558.26 74 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 1,595,426.01 74 Vouchers•in this-report Total vouchers : 1,595,426.01 ~ - - .ge: 8 vchlist Voucher List Page: 9 0211612007 4:55:36PM Spokane Valley Hank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice I, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury, that the materials have been furnished, the services rendered, or the labor performed as described herein and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that I am authorized to authenticate and certify to said claim. Finance Director Date APPROVE]): PO # DescriptionlAccount Ken Thompson, Finance Director o ~n~i{ I W Nom! 41.+1 Mayor Wilhite Amount Date Page: 9 vchlist • Voucher-,List Page:> 1 0212312007 2:25:58PM Spokane Valley . Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # . .,.Description/Account " Amount 11158 212312007 001225 ACCOUNTEMPS, FILE 73484 17890173 TEMP. WORKER FOR FINANCE DE 433.44 17945117 TEMP. WORKER FOR FINANCE DE 514.71 Total : 948.15 1115 9 2/23/2007 001081 ALSCO Ispo141098 MATS FOR SPOKANE VALLEY POL 10.74 . Total : 10.74 11160 2/23/2007 000335 ALTON'S TIRE INC. 6-19768 SERVICE ON'00 JEEP CHEROKEE 117.91 Total : 117.91 11161 2/23/2007 000101 CDWG dmc2872 41524 LCD MONITORS FOR CARY DRISKI 826.82 Total : 826.82 11162 2/2312007 001259 CSI:SPOKANE 02202007 REGISTRATION FOR SCOTT WALL 40.00 02202007 REGISTRATION FOR NIK BENTLEY 40.00 02202007 REGISTRATION FOR BOB. BEBOUT 40.00 02202007 REGISTRATION FOR JAY GRISSON 40.00 Total : 160.00 11163 2/2312007 001120 -•CVS WHOLESALE FLAGS 100451186 FLAG SET FOR CENTERPLACE 91.00 Total : 91.00 11164 2123/2007.000686 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING 02212007 DOL CASH TRANSMITTAL 13.00 Total : 13.00 11165 2/2312007 .000002 H &,H BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC. 15448 MONTHLY BILLING FOR COPIES; 119.73 155434 MONTHLY BILLING FOR COPIES; # 48.52 155449 MONTHLY BILLING FOR COPIES; 65.62 155450 MONTHLY BILLING FOR COPIES; # 63.39 155451 MONTHLY. BILLING FOR COPIES; 25.50 155455 MONTHLY BILLING FOR COPIES; # 64.62 Total : 387.38 11166 2123/2007 000117 JOURNAL NEWS PUBLISHING INC. 28708 ADVERTISING FOR CITY CLERK 32.25 28709 ADVERTISING FOR CITY CLERK 25.00 2$710 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 83.25 28711 ADVERTISING FOR PLANNING 87.75 Page: 1 vchlist Voucher List Page: 2 0212312007 2:25:58PM Spokane Valley Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # DescriptionlAccount Amount 11166 ' 2/23/2007 000117"'000117 JOURNAL NEWS PUBLISHING INC. (Contiil d)~ - Total : 228.25 11167 2!23/2007 000864 JUB ENGINEERS, INC. 0043663 41166 06-001 STREET MASTER PLAN 19,169.26 Total : 19,169.26 11168 2/2312007 000033 MCPC, INC. 5058953 41536 BINDERS FOR CITY CLERK 196'.82 Total : 196.82 11169 2/23/2007 000069 MERCIER, DAVID 02202007 AUTO ALLOWANCE FOR MARCH21 400.00 Total : 400.00 11170 2/23/2007 000193 NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL INC 2202007 MARCH 2007 RENT 27,182.58 Total : 27,182.58 11171 2/23/2007 000512 OFFICETEAM 17925501 ADMIN. ASST. FOR COMM. DEV. 478.50 'Total : 478.50 11172 2/23/2007 001245 SMARTDRAW.COM 451386 41502 COMPUTER PROGRAM 211.95 Total : 211.95 11173 2123/2007 000668 SPOKANE COUNTY TREASURER, D.E. 35241.4101 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 238.50 450910646 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 1,622.19 45104.9071 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 106.40 45105.9096 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 1,604.70 45114.9015 2007 STORMWATER &'AQUIFER Cl 693.90 45162.0327 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 611.10 45174.9059 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 122.52 45182.9132 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 428.91 45271.9008 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 302.40 45273.9036 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 521.82 45332.1517 2007 STORMWATER & AQUIFER Cl 168.00 Total : 6,420.44- 11174 2/23/2007 000323 SPOKANE COUNTY UTILITIES 0153641065364 SEWER & WASTE WATER SERVICI 167.77 016631/066631 WASTE WATER CHARGE SEWER & 27.68 017022/067022 . SEWER & WASTE WATER CHARGE 78.80 024433/074433 SEWER & WASTE WATER CHARGE 78.80 . ' 034354!106428 SEWER & WASTE WATER CHARGE 62.66 -age: 2 vchlist _ 0212312001 2:25:5813M Voucher List , • Spokane Valley 'rase: 3 Bank code : apbank Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description/Account Amount 11174 212312007 000323 SPOKANE COUNTY UTILITIES (Continued) & WASTE WATER CHARGE SEWER 62.68 037 0 5 911 09325 . Total : 478.41 11175 2/2312007 000324 SPOKANE COUNTY WATER DIST_ #3 475-1495-00 WATER BILLING 6.75 Total : 6.75 11176 2/23/2007 000676 THOMSON WEST 813016982 LEGAL PUBLICATION SUBSCRIPTIt 574.62 Total : 574.62 19 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 57,902.58 Total vouchers : 57,902.58 19 Vouchers in this report I, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury, that the materials have been furnished, the services, rendered, or the labor performed as described herein and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that I am authorized to authenticate and certify to said claim. Finance Director Date APPROVED: /2 <-Y~Ken Thompson, Finance Director 2-- 2s -07 Date Mayor Page: 3 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: 03-06-07 Item: Check all that apply: x consent ❑ information City Manager Sign-off: ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing ❑ admin, report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE : Payroll for Period Ending February 28, 2007 GOVERNING LEGISLATION: PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: BACKGROUND: OPTIONS: RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Gross: $ 148,564.53 Benefits: $ 78,595.87 TOTAL PAYROLL: $ 227,160.40 STAFF CONTACT: Jason Faulkner ATTACHMENTS C--~ CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: LJ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing ❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Motion Consideration: Beverly Hills Drainage Improvements GOVERNING LEGISLATION: PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: An administrative report was given to Council on February 20, 2007 and November 14, 2006. BACKGROUND: The Beverly Hills area is characterized by steep roads, high density development, and shallow bedrock that lead to high runoff rates resulting in erosion and flooding of private and public properties. Sewer was installed in the neighborhood in 2002. Although, the area had historically experienced numerous drainage problems, the lack of a comprehensive, drainage system was not addressed at the time of sewer installation. In addition, sewer installation disrupted the existing roadside ditches, increasing the instability and erosion potential. Spokane County Utilities spent roughly $20,000 cleaning and re-grading the ditches after the sewer project. Spokane County Utilities offered $25,000 to the City to be used towards the cost of a comprehensive drainage plan for the Beverly Hills area. Adams & Clark was selected from the Consultant Roster to provide recommendations for erosion and flood control measures, produce engineering drawings, and prepare a complete bid package. The cost of the study was $33,175. Based on the cost of constructing the improvements, it was decided to proceed with the project in two phases. Adams & Clark produced engineering drawings for the first phase and provided recommendations for the second phase. The plans and specifications for phase I were finalized in October 2006. The proposed improvements include a pipe system, upgrading existing ditches, curbing, and swales and drywells. The engineering estimate for the proposed improvements is $320,000. 01~ Bids were due on February 22, 2007. Bids were received from five companies which are summarized below: Red Diamond Owens L&L Cargille Eller Half Moon Construction Corporation Construction Cost $381,885.4 $525,240.6 $338,322.7 $446,954.6 $575,283.5 Proposal (inc. tax) The low bidder was L&L Cargille. OPTIONS: Award the contract to the low bidder or not award the contract. RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to award the contract to L&L Cargille for $338,222.70 and authorize the City Manger to sign the contract. BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The project will be funded from funds scheduled in the 2006 stormwater budget. Finance is scheduling a budget amendment to rollover the 2006 into the 2007 stormwater budget. STAFF CONTACT: John Hohman, Neil Kersten ATTACHMENTS - AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCT ION Olt SERVICES ;J L&L Cargile Inc. TI-ITS AGREENIENT is made by and between the City of Spokane Valley, a code City of the State of Washington, hereinafter "City" and L. & L Cargile, Inc., hereinafter "Contractor," jointly referred to as "parties." IN CONSIDERATION of the terms and conditions contained herein the parties agree as follows: 1. Work to Be Performed. The Contractor shall do all work and furnish all labor, tools, materials, supplies and equipment for the :Beverly Hills Neighborhood Stormwater Management Project (hereinafter "work") in accordance with, and as described in Exhibit 1 (Beverly Hills Neighborhood Stormwater Management Project Contract Provisions and Plans), L & L Cargile, Inc. Bid dated February 22, 2007, and 2006 Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction of the Washington State Department of Transportation, which are by this reference incorporated herein and made part hereof ("Contract Documents"), and shall perform any changes in the work in accord with the Contract Documents. The CONTRACTOR shall, for the amount set forth in the Contractor's bid proposal attached hereto, assume and be responsible for the cost and expense of all work required for constructing and completing the work and related activities provided for in the Contract Plans and Contract Documents, except those items mentioned therein to be furnished by the City of Spokane Valley. The City Manager, or designee, shall administer and be the primary contact for Contractor. Prior to commencement of work, Contractor shall exercise best efforts to contact the City Manager or designee to review the scope of work, schedule, and time of completion. Upon notice from the City, Contractor shall promptly commence work, complete the same in a timely manner, and cure any failure in performance under this agreement. Unless otherwise directed by the City, all work shall be performed in conformance with the Contract Plans, Contract Documents, City and State standards. Contractor acknowledges review of the Contract Plans and Contract :Documents and accepts the same. Contractor shall exercise best efforts, including the selection of the highest quality materials, so that all work performed shall be in compliance with current related industry standards. 2. Term of Contract. This agreement shall be in full force and effect upon execution and shall remain in effect until completion of all contractual requirements has been met. The City may terminate this agreement by ten (10) days' written notice to the other party. In the event of such termination, the City shall pay the Contractor for all work previously authorised and satisfactorily performed prior to the termination date. 3. Compensation. The City agrees to pay the Contractor on a unit rate basis as set forth in the attached bid up to a maximum fee of $338,622.63 as full compensation for everything furnished and done under this agreement. 4. Payment. The Contractor may elect to be paid in monthly installments, upon presentation of 11"D an invoice to the City, or in a lump sum, upon completion of the work.. Applications for payment shall be sent to the City Clerk at the below-stated address. Agreement for Construction Services Page 1 of 5 The City reserves the right to withhold payment under this agreement which is determined, in the reasonable judgment of the City Manager, to be noncompliant with the Contract Plans, Contract Documents, or City or State standards. Notice. Notice shall be given in writing as follows: TO THE CITY: TO THE CONTRACTOR: Name: Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk Name: Lonnie Cargile Phone Number: (509) 921-1000 Phone Number: (509) 534-3737 Address: 11707 East Sprague Ave., Suite 106 Address: 5607 F Desmet Avenue Spokane Valley, WA 99206 Address: Spokane Valley, WA 99211 6. Applicable Laws and Standards. The parties, in the performance of this agreement, agree to comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, and City ordinances and regulations. 7. Prevailing Wages on Public Works. Unless othenvise required by law, if this contract is for a "public work" which is defined as "work, construction, alteration, repair or improvement other than ordinary maintenance executed at the cost of the City," the following provision applies: This agreement provides for the construction of a public work and a payment of prevailing wages according to Washington law. All workers, laborers or mechanics shall be paid a prevailing rate of wage that is set forth in an Exhibit to this agreement. Before any payment may be made to Contractor a "Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages" must. be submitted to the City. Following final acceptance of the public works project, the Contractor and each subcontractor shall submit an "Affidavit of Wages Paid" before retained funds will be released to the Contractor. The affidavit must be certified by the industrial statistician of the Department of Labor and industries. Rcl9tionship of the Parties. It is hereby understood, agreed and declared that the Contractor shall be an independent Contractor and not the agent or employee of the City, that the City is interested in only the results to be achieved, and that the right to control the particular manner, method and means of the work is solely within the discretion of the Contractor. Any and all employees who provide services to the City under this agreement shall be deemed employees of the Contractor. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the conduct and actions of all employees under this agreement and any liability that may attach thereto. 9. Ownership of Documents. All drawings, plans, specifications, and other related documents prepared by the Contractor under this agreement are and shall be the property of tile City, and may be subject to disclosure pursuant to RCW 42.56 or other applicable public record laws. 10. Records. The City or State Auditor or any of their representatives shall have full access to and the right to examine during normal business hours all of the Contractor's records with respect to all matters covered in this contract. Such representatives shall be permitted to audit, examine and make excerpts or transcripts from such records and to make audits of all contracts, invoices, materials, payrolls and record of matters covered by this contract for a period of three years from the date final payment is made hereunder. 11. Warranty. Unless provided otherwise in the Contract Plans or Contract Documents, Contractor warrants all work and materials performed or installed under this contract are free from defect or Agreement for Construction Services Page 2 of 5 failure for a period of one year following final acceptance by the City, unless a supplier or manufacturer has a warranty for a greater period, which warranty shall be assigned to the City. In the event a defect or failure occurs in work or materials, the Contractor shall within the warranty period remedy the same at no cost or expense to the City. 12. Contractor to Ile Licensed And Bonded. The Contractor shall be duly licensed and bonded by the State of Washington at all times this agreement is in effect. 13. Insurance. The Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Contractor, their agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors. No Limitation. Contractor's maintenance of insurance as required by the agreement shall not be construed to limit the liability of the Contractor to the coverage provided by such insurance, or otherwise limit the City's recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity. A. Minimum Scope of Insurance. Contractor shall obtain insurance of the types described below: 1. Automobile Liabilih' insurance covering all owned, non-owned, hired and leased vehicles. Coverage shall be written on insurance Services Office (ISO) from CA 00 01 or a substitute form providing equivalent liability coverage. Tf necessary, the policy shall be endorsed to provide contractual liability coverage. 2. Commercial General Liabilitv insurance shall be written on ISO occurrence form CG 00 01 and shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, independent contractors, products-completed operations, stop gap liability, personal injury and advertising injury, and liability assumed tinder an insured contract. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be endorsed to provide the Aggregate Per Project Endorsement ISO form CG 25 03 11. $5. 't'here shall be no endorsement or modification of the Commercial General Liability insurance for liabilityarising from explosion, collapse or underground property damage. The City shall be named as an insured under the Contractor's Commercial General Liability insurance policy with respect to the work performed for the City using TSO Additional Insured endorsement CG 20 10 10 01 and Additional Insured-Completed Operations endorsement CG 20 37 l0 01. or substitute endorsements providing equivalent coverage. 3. Workers' Compensation coverage as required by the Industrial Insurance laws of the State of Washington. 13. itfininiurn,4mounts of.Ihasurance. Contractor shall maintain the following insurance limits: 1. Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit for bodily injury and -property damage of $1,000,000 per accident. 2. Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written with limits no less that $1,000,000 each occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate and a $2,000,000 ' products-completed operations aggregate limit. Agreement for Construction Services Page 3 of 5 C. Other Insurance Provisions. The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions for Automobile Liability and Commercial General Liability insurance: 1. The Contractor's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respect the City. Any Insurance, self-insurance, or insurance pool coverage maintained by the City shall be excess of the Contractors insurance and shall not contribute with it. 2. The Contractor's insurance shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be cancelled by either party, except after thirty (30) days prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City. D. Acceptability oflnsurers. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best rating of not less than A:VII. El. Verification ofC'overag~e. Contractor shall furnish the City with original certificates and a copy of the amendatory endorsements, including but not necessarily limited to the additional insured endorsement, evidencing the insurance requirements of the Contractor before commencement of the work. 14. Indemnification and Hold Harmless. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits including attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with the performance of this agreement, except for injuries and damages caused by the sole negligence of the City. Should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement is subject to RCW 4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or damages to property caused by or resulting fi•om the concurrent negligence of the Contractor and the City, its officers; officials, employees, and volunteers, the Contractor's liability hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Contractor's negligence. It is further specifically and expressly understood that the indemnification provided herein constitutes the Contractor's waiver of immunity under Industrial Insurance, Title 51 RCW, solely for the purposes of this indemnification. This waiver has been mutually negotiated by the parties. "File provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or termination of the agreement. 15. Waiver. No officer, employee, agent, or other individual acting on behalf of either party, has the power, right, or authority to waive any of the conditions or provisions of this agreement. \'o waiver in one instance shall be held to be waiver of any other subsequent breach or nonperformance. All remedies afforded in this agreement, or by law, shall be taken and construed as cumulative, and in addition to every other remedy provided herein or by law. Failure of either party to enforce, at any time, any of the provisions of this agreement, or to require, at any time, performance by the other party of any provision hereof shall in no way be construed to be a waiver of such provisions, nor shall it affect the validity of this agreement, or any part thereof 16. Assignment and Delegation. Neither party shall assign, transfer, or delegate any or all of the responsibilities of this agreement, or the benefits received hereunder, without first obtaining the written consent of the other party. 17. Jurisdiction and Venue. This agreement is entered into in Spokane County, Washington. Venue shall be in Spokane County, State of Washington. J Agreement for Construction Services Page 4 of 5 18. Arbitration. All disputes arising under this agreement shall be resolved through arbitration pursuant to State law. Rules for arbitration shall be those prescribed by the American Association of Arbitration. 19. Entire Agreement. This written agreement constitutes the entire and complete agreement between the parties, and supercedes any prior oral or written agreements. This agreement may not be changed, modified, or altered, except in writing and signed by the parties hereto. 20. Anti-kickback. No officer or employee of the City, having the power or duty to perform an official act or action related to this agreement, shall have, or acquire, any interest in this agreement, or have solicited, accepted, or granted, a present or future gift, favor, service, or other thing of value from any person with an interest in this agreement. 21. Business Registration. Prior to commencement of work, Contractor shall register with the City as a business. 22. Severabitity. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this agreement should be held to be invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affectthe validity of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this agreement. 23. Exhibits. Exhibits attached and incorporated into this agreement are: 1. Beverly Hills Neighborhood Stormwater Management Project - Contract Provisions and Plans Bid No. 07-002 2. L&L Cargile, Inc. Bid dated February 22, 2007 2. Insurance Certificates. IN WIT-NESS WFUER.EOF, the parties have executed this agreement this day of .2007. CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY: City Manager CONTRACTOR: Owner Tax I.D. No.: A'17EST: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Office of the City Attorney Agreement for Construction Services Page 5 of 5 cm ~r Spokane ~;~Valley BID TABULATION - Beverly Hills Neighborhood Storm Water Management Protect PROJECT NO. 07-002 BID OPENING DATE February 22, 2007, 3:00 P.M. BIDDERS Engineer's Estimato L&L Carglle Inc. Red Diamond Construction Inc. Eller Corporation Owens Construction Inc. Halt Moon Construction & Leasing Inc. ,REQUIRED SUBMITTALS Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Item: Description Unit Qty Price Total Unit Price Total Unit Price Total Unit Price Total Unit Price Total Unit Price Total 1 MOBILIZATION L.S. 1 S15,000.00 $ 15000.00 S 26,919.00 S 26,919.00 S 16,332.00 $ 16,332,00 S 23000.00 S 23,000.00 S 300 S 30,000.00 $ 48,000.00 S 48000.00 2 DITCH EXCAVATION C.Y. 450 $5.00 $ 2,250.00 $ 21.00 $ 9450.00 S 61.00 $ 27 450.00 S 8.00 S 31600.00 S 3.0 S 14 850.00 $ 60.00 S 27 000.00 3 ROCK EXCAVATION C.Y. 180 $250.00 S 45.00D.00 $ 100.00 $ 18,000.00 S 72.00 S 12 960.00 $ 300.00 S 5400000 S E S 14,400.00 $ 300,00 S 54,000.00 4 24'Hx38'W ELLIPTICAL or 22-172'x36.114' ARCH CLASS 3 RCP L.F, 50 $90.00 S 4 500.0 $ 150.00 $ 7,500.00 S 193.00 $ 9 650,00 $ 140.00 S 7,000.00 S 1 S 9,450.00 S 255.00 S 12,750.00 5 WSDOT DROP INLET TYPE 1 (ModAy 1 $2,800.00 S 2,800.00 S 1,800.00 $ 1800.00 S 1,740.00 S 1740.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 3 000.00 S 2,6 $ 2,618,00 S 3.000.00 $ 3,000.00 6 WSDOT INLET TYPE 2 Modified EA 3 $1600,00 S 5,400,00 $ 1650.00 $ 4,950.00 S 1,602,00 S 5,076.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 10,800.00 S 3,616,00 $ 10,818.00 S 2,850.00 $ 8,550.00 7 WSDOT TYPE IL INLET EA. 4 $1000.00 5 4000.00 $ 1300.00 S 5,200,00 S 1140.00 5 4,560.00 $ 2,200,00 S 8,800,00 $ 2,975.00 $ 11,900.00 S 2300.00 $ 9200.00 8 SPOIUWECOUNTY TYPE ICATCH BASIN EA, 1 $600.00 S 600.00 $ 1,300.00 S 1,300.00 $ 1440.00 5 1,440.00 $ 2400.00 $ 2400.00 $ 2755.00 $ 2,755,00 S 2400.00 $ 2400.00 0 SPOKANE COUNTY TYPE 8 DRYWELL EA. 3 $2,8110,10 $ 8,400.00 $ 3,310.00 S 9,930.00 $ 3,221.00 S 9,603.00 S 3,900.00 $ 11,700.00 $ 4,200.00 $ 12,6W.00 S 4,100.00 $ 12,300.00 10 SPOKANE COUI4TYTYPE 1-48MANHOLE EA 1 $2,500,00 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,600,00 S 2,600.00 $ 2,094.00 $ 2.094.00 S 3,200.00 S 3,200.00 $ 3,220,00 $ 3220.00 5 3,000.00 $ 3,000,00 11 SAWCUTTING L.F. 500 $1.75 $ 875.00 S 2.00 S 1,000.00 S 2.00 $ 1,000.013 S 2,00 S 1,000,00 $ 2.50 S 1,250.00 S 2.00 $ 1000.00 12 REMOVEMEPLACE MAIL BOX EA. 4 560.00 $ 240.00 S 250.00 S 1,000.00 $ 180.00 $ 720.00 S 300.00 S 1,200.00 $ 480.00 S 1,920,00 S 700.00 $ 2,800.00 13 REMOVEIREPLACE ROCK PLANTER EA 1 $500.00 $ 500.00 S 1.400.00 $ 1,400.00 S 1.800.00 $ 1,800.00 S 2,000.00 S 2,000.00 S 1,100.00 5 1,100.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 000.00 14 SILT FENCE L.F. 318 $4.50 $ 1431.00 S 5.00 $ 1,590,00 S 3.00 $ 954,00 S 4.00 5 1,272.00 S 3.50 S 1,113.00 S 6.00 $ 1,908.00 15 SWALECONSTRUCTION S.Y. 500 $7.00 $ 3500.00 S 10.60 $ 5300.00 S 19.00 3 9,500,00 $ 14.50 S 7250.00 S 67.00 S 33500.00 $ 10.00 $ 5,000.00 16 ROCK CHECK DAM C.Y. 28 $50.00 $ 1,400.00 $ 32.00 $ 896.00 S 72.00 S 20-16.00 $ 84.00 S 2352.00 S 185,00 S 5,180.00 $ 160.00 $ 4,480.00 17 CONCRETE•FILLEDCELLULAR CONFINEMENT CHANNEL LINING S.Y. 770 $11,00 S 8,470.00 $ 36.00 S 27,720.00 S 55.00 S 42350.00 $ 82.00 S 63,140.00 S 38,00 S 29,260.00 $ 50.00 $ 38,500.00 18 RIP RAP DITCH LF. 1,641 $35.00 S 57,435,00 $ 9.00 S 14,769.00 S 15.00 S 24,615.00 $ 12.50 S 20,512.50 S 20.00 5 42,668.00 S 25.00 $ 411025.00 19 RIP RAP PAD G.Y. 5 $60.00 S 300.00 $ 32.00 S 160.00 S 70.00 $ 350.00 $ 70.00 $ 350.00 S 290.00 $ 1,450.00 S 250.00 $ 1,250.00 20 CONCRETE ENCASEMENT (20' LONG) EA, 7 $150.00 S 1,050.00 S 700.00 S 4,900.00 S 1.352.00 5 9,464,00 $ 1800.00 $ 12 600.00 $ 1,515.00 S 10 605.00 S 2,500.00 $ 17,500.00 21 24' BOULDER ROCK WALL L.F. 400 $30.00 S 12,000.00 S 40.00 S 16,000-00 S 41.00 $ 10 400.00 $ 26.00 $ 11 200.00 S 3000 $ 15,600.00 5 40,00 $ 16,000,00 22 12' RCP STORM SePtER PIPE; CLASS 4 L.F. 227 $40,00 S 9,080.00 $ 54,00 S 12,258.00 $ 47.00 S 10 669.00 S 55.00 S 12,48S.00 $ 76,00 $ 117,252.00 S 75,00 S 17,025.00 23 15" RCP STORM SEWER PIPE, CLASS 4 L.F. 340 $45.00 5 15,300.00 S 52.00 S 17,680.00 $ 47.00 S 15,980.00 S 56,00 $ 19,720,00 $ 70.00 $ 23,800,00 S 95.00 S 32,300.0p 24 18' RCP STORM SEWER PIPE, CLASS 4 L.F. 69 550.00 S 3,450.00 $ 58.00 $ 4,002.00 $ 53.00 S 3,657.00 S 65.00 $ 4,485.00 $ 86.00 $ 5.934.00 S 105.00 $ 7245-00 25 24' RCP STORM SEWER PIPE, CLASS 4 L.F. 40 $65.00 $ 2,600-00 S 72.00 $ 2,880.00 $ 65.00 $ 2,600.00 S 70.00 $ 800.00 $ 108.00 S 4,320.00 S 155.00 S 6,200.00 26 30' RCA STORM SEWER PIPE, CLASS 4 L.F. 430 $80.00 $ 34,400.00 S 80.00 $ 34,400.00 $ 72.00 $ 313960.00 S 86.00 S 36,980.00 $ 104,00 S 44,720.00 5 145,00 S 62,350.00 27 12'CMP LF. 27 $28.00 S 756.00 S 40.00 $ 1,080.00 $ 38.00 $ 1026.00 S 50,00 $ 1,350.00 $ 85,00 S 2,295.00 5 60.00 S 1,621,00 28 8' SDR-35 PVC PIPE LF. 170 $20.00 S 3,400,00 S 30.00 $ 5,100,00 S 31.00 $ 5,270.00 S 16,50 $ 2,805,00 $ 40.00 S 6,800,00 S 59.00 S 6500.00 20 FLOW CONTROL MANHOLE EA. 1 $4,000.00 $ 4,009.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 41920.00 S 4,920.00 S 4,700.00 3 4.700.00 S 4,065-00 S 4 065.00 S 5,000.00 S 5,000.00 :0 SPOKANE COUNTY TYPE'C' CURS L.F. 1,662 $ 5.00 S 8.310.00 $ 6.50 $ 10 803.00 S 10.00 S 16,620,00 $ 6.30 $ 10470'60 S 7.00 S 11634.00 $ 9.00 S 14,856.00 31 CONSTRUCTION AND GEOTEXTILE FOR DITCH LINING S.Y. 1,722 $ 2.00 $ 3,444.00 $ 100 S 3,444.00 S 4.00 S S,688.00 S 1.30 S 2,238.60 $ 30.00 S 51,660.00 $ 3,00 S 5,166.00 32 PIPE GRATE EA. 3 $ 500.00 S 1,500.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,500.00 S 540.00 S 1620.00 $ 500.00 S 1,500.00 S 824,00 S 2,472.00 $ 1,200.00 5 3,600,00 33 CLASS 'A' ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT 2- DEPTH S.Y. 1,300 S 7.00 S 9,750,00 $ 10.50 S 13,650.00 S 18,00 S 23,400.00 $ 12,00 5 15,000,00 S 11.00 5 14,300,00 $ 17.00 $ 22100.00 34 CRUSHED SURFACING BASE COURSE (8' DEPTH S.Y, 1,500 $ 4.50 S G.750.00 $ 12.50 5 19 750.00 S 11.00 S 16,500.00 $ 7.50 S 11,250.00 S 13.00 $ 19 500.00 $ 12.00 S 18 000.00 35 SEEDING, FERTILIZING AND MULCHING L.S. 1 $ 3 000.00 $ 31000.00 S 5,000.00 S 5,000.00 5 3,600.00 5 3,600.00 $ 0,200.00 S 8,200.00 1$ 1,90D.00 $ 1,900.00 $ 5,000.00 S 5,000.00 36 TRIMMING AND CLEANUP L.S. 1 S 5,000,00 S 5,000.00 S 10,000,00 S 10,000.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3.500.00 $ 20,000.00 S 20,000.00 S 12,000.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 37 LICENSED SURVEYING LS. 1 $ 5,000.00 S 5,000.00 S 5,000-00 5 6 ,000.00, $ 4,300.00 S 4,300.00 S 6,600.00 S 6,600.00 S 41710.00 $ 4,710.00 S 0.000.00 $ 6,000,00 Subtotal $ 293,391.00 $ 311,531.00 $ 351,644.00 S 411,560.70 $ 483,647.00 $ 529,727.00 Tax $25,231.626 $26,791.666 $30,241.384 $35,394.220 S41,593.642 $4 5,556.5221 0 A $318,622.63 $338,322.67 $381,885.38 $446,954.92 $525,240.64 $575,283.52 DRAFT " AUNUTES City of Spokane Valley City Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 27, 2007 Mayor Wilhite called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., and welcomed everyone to the 110'° meeting. Attendance: City Stuff Diana Wilhite, Mayor Dave Mercier, City Manager Steve Taylor, Deputy Mayor Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager Dick Denen.ny, Councilmember Mike Connelly, City Attorney Mike DeVleming, Councilmember Marina Sukup, Community Development Dir. Bill Gothmann, Councilmember Ken Thompson, Finance Director Rich 'Munson, Councilmember Steve Worley, Senior Engineer Gary Schimmels, Councilmember Morgan Koudelka, Administrative Analyst Carolbelle Branch, Public Information Officer Greg Bingaman, IT Specialist ' Chris Bainbridge, City Clerk ni'VOCATION: Pastor Marcia Taylor, of East Valley Presbyterian Church gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Wilhite led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: City Clerk Bainbridge called roll; all Councilmembers were present. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: It ivas moved by Deputy Alayor Taylor, seconded and unanimously agreed to approve the amended agenda. ENTROllUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS A1VD PRU'SENTATIONS: None. COMAUTTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS: Councilmember Schimmels: reported that he attended a few functions and visits with the Legislators in Olympia; that he also stopped at the office of the King Co Sheriff and the Pierce County Sheriff, where he met with a technical group which conducts their contracts and liaison information with the Sheriff's Office; and that representatives from those offices are willing to come over for a study session. Councilmember Denenny: said that he met with the Health Board. Deputy May aylor: explained he attended his first meeting as a member of the Solid Waste Advisory Committee, where they discussed the Plan Council was briefed on previously: Councilmember Gothmann: said he was appointed to the Area Aging and Long Term Care Board of. Eastern Washington, and that he and [an Robertson gave a presentation on what is being done for seniors in our area. Councilmember Munson: reported that while in Olympia representing the City of Spokane Valley, he was also representing the Association of Washington Cities; and that he also attended a GMA Steering Committee of Elected Officials, and that there is still no conclusion on how to fix the County Wide Planning Policies. Councilmember DeVleming: no report. MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Wilhite reported that she also traveled to Olympia to meet with the Legislators; and attended the GIb1A meeting; that she participated in the town meeting at CcnterPlace with Congresswoman McMorris, and attended a WSU Advisory Board meeting. i Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Page 1 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT PUBLIC COl NI-ENTS: Mayor Wilhite invited general public comments. Patrick Martin. E 6606 7°i Avenue: spoke concerning the Edgeclift Community, and School District #81 closing Pratt Elementary School; said that the children will now have to be bussed; that Pratt Elementary School building will be changed to an administrative building with parking areas for one hundred additional vehicles; that the area is especially dangerous for the kids, and he asks Council to contact the School District and tell them of these concerns, adding that there will be a public meeting tomorrow night at Roosevelt Elementary at 7:00 p.m. Mike Flanigan, 1712 S McCabe: concerning CenterPlace, he explained that citizens' primary concern is to have effective law enforcement and training of officers, and that falls within the purview of that building; that CenterPlace is a facility for the betterment of our community, and he feels training of police officers from the region meets that criteria; that officer training programs help bring up the 20% needed for regional activities, and he urged Council to work with staff to net this ironed out and continue having the graining programs. Gail Stiltner. 10119 E 44`h Avenue: concerning CenterPlace, she said she wanted to remind council that many people feel this was a decision not in keeping with the community spirit; and that she finds the dispute difficult to understand or to explain to others; and doesn't understand why high level training is permitted but not in-service; that she feels this is a matter of narrow definitions or semantics; and she asked Council to re-examine this issue as she feels the Sheriffs Office should have access to the center. Sandra Lampe-Martin: E 6606 7"' Avenue: concerning Pratt Elements}; she said she has solicited the assistance of neighboring businesses for their support to help over-throw the School Board's decision, and the businesses told her it was a political decision; she asked Council for help as she said they don't want to lose the school, which would also mean no funding for Weed and Seed; that the children will be bused to another school, and she feels the crime that has been eradicated will return. IvIayor Wilhite explained that this is a matter for the School Board, and that while she understands the importance of the school, and that CoUncilmembers can weigh-in on the issue; they have no control over the School Board. 1. CONSENT AGENDA: Consists of items considered routine which are approved as a group. A Counci Imernber may remove an item from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately. a. Following Claim Vouchers: VOUCHER LIST DATE VOUCHER #s TOTAL VOUCHER. AMOUNT 01-26-2007 10957-10997 $48,019.45 02-02-2007 11007-11042 $47,319.42 02-08-2007 11043-11076 $498,693.09 GRANT'D TOTAL $594,031.96 b. Payroll for Period Ending February 15, 2007: $172,666.08 c. Minutes of January 30, 2007 Council Study Session Meeting d. Minutes of February 6, 2007 Council Special Meeting e. Minutes of February 20, 2007 Council Study Session Meeting It wac moved by Councilmember kfunson, seconded, and unanimously ogreed to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Munson asked about the possibility of passing a resolution addressing the Pratt Elementary School issue, and City Attorney Connelly said he is not aware of any prohibition, but that the matter should probably be noticed prior to taking that action. Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Page 2 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT N,WBUSY ,SS 2. Proposed Resolution 07-001 .F.,rtending Cable Franchise-Morgan Koudelka Administrative Analyst Koudelka explained the background on this resolution, which would extend the City's current franchise agreement with Comcast for an additional three months; thereby giving further review time. It was proved by Councilmember Gothrnann and seconded to approve Resolution 07-001 implementing a continuation period for the cable television franchise with Comcast through June 3, 2007. Mayor Wilhite invited public comment. Tony Lazanis. 1626 E Empire, said that he would like Council to ask more questions so we know what we're negotiating and asking so the public knows what kind of contract we are looking at, and that he hopes things are happening for the benefit of the public. Mayor Wilhite invited further comments; no further comments were offered. Deputy Mayor Taylor explained that this action extends the current franchise agreement, which gives Comcast and the City more time for negotiations and discussion. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed.: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried. 3. Motion Consideration: SRTC Approval of Proiect Applications - Steve Worley It was moved by Deputy Mayor Taylor and seconded to approve the list of project applications and authorize the Mayor to sign each application as required by SRTC. Engineer Worley explained that applications are due the end of this week, and he submitted a revised list of proposed project applications. Mr. Worley said that the figures are estimates, but he believes any changes after this point would be minor; and that staff' continues to gather information regarding the eligibility of the projects with the SRTC criteria. Mr. Worley also mentioned that project #6 on the list deals with bus lanes only, and if that project is successful, they will try to secure additional funds for the remainder of Sprague. Mayor Wilhite invited public comment. Tony Lazanis, 1626 E Empire, asked about the particulars of the projects, and Mr. Mercier handed Mr. L.azanis a copy of the list of proposed project applications. Mr. Worley concluded by stating that the projects are not listed in any particular order or priority. Vote by .Acclcanalion: In Fervor Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried. 4. Motion _Consideration: A}iproval of Memorandum of Understanding Sewer Paveback- Steve Worley It was moved by Deputy Mayor Taylor and seconded to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Spokane County for the 2007 Sewer Program and authorize the City Manager or designee to sign the document. Engineer Worley explained that as reviewed last week, this is for our participation in the Septic Tank Elimination Program (S'ITEP) and is an agreement to pay for the full-width paving scheduled for this year; that the agreement is the same as last year but with different dollar amounts. Mayor Wilhite invited public comment; no comments were offered. Deputy Mayor Taylor added that Council had discussions in the past regarding full-width paving; and that the issue of finding has not been totally resolved for this project; but council decided to go ahead and fund full-width paving until the City's Street Masterpl-n is adopted; adding that ultimately we will need additional dedicated funding for this service of full width paving, as we are depleting our road fund dollars by doing this. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions: Norte. Motion carried. S. Mayoral Appointments: Lodging Tax Advisory Committee - Mayor Wilhite Mayor Wilhite explained that there are two openings on this committee, along with an opening for a member of Council to be represented; that one position is for a member representing businesses required to collect the tax, and the other vacancy is to represent an organization authorized to be funded by the tax. Mayor Wilhite said that the position was posted on the City's webpage, in the newspaper, and was mailed out to numerous entities; and that three applications where received within the deadline. Mayor Wilhite invited public comment: Mike Flanigan. 1.712 S McCabe: extended his "kudos" to Council for Deputy Mayor Taylor's and the Committee's work. Mayor Wilhite invited further public comment; no further comments were offered. Vote by Acclamation: In favor: Unanimous. Opposed. None. Abstentions: Alone. Motion carried. Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Page 3 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT PUBLIC COMAIIENTS Mayor Wilhite invited general public comments; no comments were offered ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: 6. Uniform Development Code Titles 17, 19, 22 and 24 - Marina Sukup Community Development Director Sukup said that this is a brief report to inform Council of some minor changes. She explained the following changes: Title 17 would change the chart designating the types of permits and put shoreline permits as Type Il, which are subject to administrative approvals. The conditioned and variance permits would be issued by the department, they are subject to a joint review application, and this would remove the requirement that everything go to a public hearing before the Bearing Examiner. She said the appeals from the denial of a shoreline would go to the Shorelines Hearing Board; and appeals of an administrative decision would go to the Hearing Examiner if that was the method the applicant chose to pursue. Title 19, and 24: the Planning Commission received numerous public comments, with the general compliant of lack of review time; and the Planning Commission continued the public hearings on Title 24 and 19 to March 3, with the proviso that the airport hazard overlay cone be immediately forwarded to the Council. Title 22: design and development standards, the Planning Commission continued that public hearing to March 22. Ms. Sukup further stated that she is meeting with the Home Builders Association here tomorrow at 7:00 a.m., and every Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. through the end of March., she will meet with various neighborhoods groups to hear concerns and answer questions. Councilmember DeVleming asked if when - Council sees these titles again, if there is a way to make sure Councilmembers can differentiate the new changes from what Council has already considered. Ms. Sukup said there are some areas which will be difficult to identify, as staff found some minor changes, along with members of the public recommending changes to the use charts; and that Council will again receive the next drafts in track-change format. Councilmember Munson asked about which title contained the orientation of homes on lots that Council previously discusser!; and Ms. Sukup answered that was Title 20, Subdivisions, and that: Council has completed its review of that title. Mayor Wilhite called for a recess at 6:55 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. 6a. CenterPlace Use Policy Discussion Conversation began with Councilmember Gothmann stating that he feels we are not serving our customer, the Community Colleges, its well as we could, and that it appears we are trying to micro-manage what they do; and that it also appears the College is trying to rent out only approximately 5% of their total capacity, with the 5% based on assumed use of eight hours a day, five days a week. Mayor Wilhite remarked that there arc legal requirements to be met as noticed in the Certificate of City, but in reading the RCN's, there appears to be nothing that covers education; that the Community Colleges are struggling to hold classes; that it was determined we need to use 20% of the space we lease them for regional events, and perhaps a solution to consider is to take that 20% back under the City's purview and control, and leave the Colleges with the rest of the classrooms they have; which would mean that 20/0 must still be used for regional events, and in discussing this with bond counsel Mike Ormsby, things that are special events include community events, sporting events, theatrical events, trade shows, and musicals; and that doesn't mean those things must have 20% attendance from people outside the area; therefore, she explained that perhaps we need to define what types of activities would be permitted. Deputy Mayor Taylor agreed that removing the 20% gets the confusing regional definition out of the way; and Councilmember Munson added that would mean we could re-negotiate the contract with the Colleges Council Meeting. 02-27-07 Page 4 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT and reduce their "footprint" by 20%. Mayor Wilhite said the College's letter indicated that might be a possibility to explore. Attorney Connelly said the 20% regional use is confusing; that the lease and the Certificate of City were written based on the assumption that a Community College curriculum would have artistic, musical, theatrical exhibits, etc, and it was assumed that would be about 20% of the use; when there are other uses outside the Community Colleges actual use, that assumption may no longer be valid, and if it reaches a point where it is not valid, the revenue stream could be affected. Attorney Connelly said that problem would be solved if we simply "carved out" 20% of the space and made it a part of the regional facility, which is the bulk of the use for the Center, thereby leaving the remaining 80% of the space with the restriction that use would have to be for a legitimate public purpose to a public entity, i.e., a governmental public entity to use that space, thereby preserving our tar-exempt status of the bonds which were used to build the facility; and at that point it becomes a policy issue. Mr. Connelly said the policy issue is what types of uses does Council want to allow in that remaining space. City Manager Mercier said that in discussions with personnel. from the Colleges, they-welcome the opportunity to know they could re-size their presence in the building given that enrollments have been less than expected, but that we are stall at the conceptual stage of the conversation with Council and staff has not been authorized to re-negotiate a lease, and staff would require such authorization before proceeding as any revised lease must be approved by Council. Mr. Mercier said there are several decisions- (1) whether there is a consensus of Council that staff should re-negotiate a lease with the Community College authorities concerning the amount of space allocated to them in order f_or the h to capture 20% of that (jce to satisfy the bond and regional requirement element: and if Council is so inclined and negotiations are successful leading to that conclusion the next decisions ►vould be (2) enumeralion of what precise1y Council wants to achieve with that space in the building. (80% of the education wing and not the entire building) and (3) what would be the list of cmthorized uses. Mayor Wilhite expressed her desire to broaden the definition of what is allowable in that space to consider within certain parameters, work force type of training; and that she understands the need to have the space available to many entities and therefore, we would not book to companies on an on-going basis. Attorney Connelly added that if the use is a convention, conference or special event type use, it would fall under the regional definition; but that any contract or agreement must be carefully scrutinized with any private entity for extended use of the facility as that could jeopardize the tax exempt status; and once Council determines what kind of uses it wants to allow, a lease could be written to preclude these kinds of problems from recurring, and one way to do that would be not to sub-lease at all, or have very restrictive sub-leasing. Councilmember Munson said that as Council develops any policy about usage, to include the Community Colleges and our staff in that conversation to determine what their goals are in using that space for academic purposes and whether that would fit with what we are trying to accomplish. According to excerpts from a letter from the Colleges, Councilmember Gothmann said the Colleges are open to re-examination of the amount of leased space they have in the facility. In response to questions about renting the facility for events, Attorney Connelly said we can rent space to anyone for regional uses such as conventions and conferences and special events; that the City is the public entity which can rent the uses as defined by statute; but we cannot turn it over by way of lease or contract to a private entity for their use by way of a long-teen lease; and that statute very specifically defines "regional use" as convention, conference or special event center, with special event center defined as one used for "community events, sporting events, trade shows and artistic, musical, theatrical or exhibitions, presentations or performances;" and it would likely be permissible to have the space rented out for a single event, but not to lease space for a specified time period; and it was mentioned that the Convention Center downtown does not lease their space out to any person or entity. To further clarify, Mr. Connelly said if we used 100% Facility District funds to build this building, the Community College Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Pape 5 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT would not have been able to lease that space, as they are not a regional use; and the issue is, what does Council want to use those eight classrooms for, and the only restriction is it must be used by a public entity; and if the Colleges want to lease out those eight classrooms, the lease should be written so Council knows exactly what will happen there and will not be faced with an unanticipated user. Mr. Mercier further explained that if Council wants to define that sub-leasing to public entities is acceptable, it is important not to be arbitrary and capricious; and as Council defines a policy of that nature, it is important to conceive of the range of public entities which might want to use that space and for what purposes, whether office, proDnamming, some combination or other, and to determine if that use is the intended use and purpose of the building; and in the absence of a marketing plan, we do not know the continued use expectations of the College. Mr. Mercier said staff made an offer to Chancellor Livingston last week about discussing re-suing the space; and while the College's demand is building, if their program people would work with ours to identify what is available when, we would be happy to add that to our marketing plan so they could be used as break-out rooms for example, for an incoming conference to help generate some income for the college. Mr. Mercier said other items for Council to consider are (1) whether Council wants to allow sub-leasing and if so, for what type of use (office, weapons training, or something else); (2) to consider specific definitions so as not to have any confusion and everyone will know exactly what "work force" and '*in- service training" and other terms mean; that it is not merely semantics, but everyone must have the same definition of the terms. As an example, Mr. Mercier said work force training could mean training for a new technology, or to re-train the entire workforce because the current type of work is no longer available or viable; or could mean something to do with anyone unemployed needing work force training; hence the importance of well-defined terminology. Council discussion turned to negotiation versus setting policy; whether the building manager could handle the general uses; looking at the broad and/or the more narrow issue of use; Councilmembers' visions for classroom use; whether the facility should be used as a deputy training center; the need for a marketing business plan; that work force training has always been a part of the building's planned use; whether we are going to further the eviction process of the Sheriff's Office; whether to include the Colleges in the discussion of policy use; if the Sheriff's Office (or any renter) should have office space; whether sub- leasing should be allowed at all; the goal to promote education in the community; and that this is strictly a policy which should be defined by Council. There was Cotmcil cortsensrrs that Mr. Afercier talk with Afr. Livingston to re-negotiate the lease (the College's footprint) and that the City tivill retrieve the 20% as discussed Mayor Wilhite added that the remaining issue is to craft a policy on usage of that particular space that may or may not be leased out to another government agency as to types of uses; and that she agrees in the need to include work force training; but she would prefer to craft the policy for other business community members' use on a case by case basis so as not to tie up the facility for long term usage. Mr. Mercier concurred that the Community Colleges want to know what Council has in mind for the building. Deputy Mayor Taylor said he believes those subletting the space should have a desk and an Internet port provided by the Community Colleges to administer the training that is going on in the facility; but not to have full- time office. space; and Couneilmember Gothmann agreed that any office space must be instructionally related. Deputy Mayor Taylor added that the primary focus for the classrooms is for an educational institution to use the classrooms to promote education in the community; and if they (the Community College) are having problems filling up the classrooms during this building phase of their lease term which they have (until 2010), he wants to give them the flexibility to sub-lease, with prior Council approval, that the sub-lease has to be approved annually by the City, but to make sure that when they sub- lease, they are not crowding out their own efforts to fill it with the appropriate use that we want it to; and so attaching some kind of percentage, perhaps 20 or 30% as a maximum amount that the sub-lessee's Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Page 6 of 7 Approved by Council: DRAFT space should occupy, but he added that he does not want to get into those specifics, but more of a general concept; that Council further define workforce training to include some in-service training for that sub- lease; and suggest that Council place the same type of restrictions on office space for the sub-lessee as for the Community Colleges. Mayor Wilhite clarified that the lessor and any sub-lease must be a governmental agency, and that she likes the idea of a percentage; which gives limited space for the sub- letting. 77tere was Council consensus on the use ofpercentages, limited term of a sub-lease; that sonic sub-letting is allowable but nrust be to a public entity; the workforce training and in-service training would be allowed as newly defined; that office use would be defined as the intent for the current use of the Community Colleges, i.e., office use is therefor the operation of what is occurring at the Center; that we recognize the Community Colleges has office space they use for their programming, and that the City has office space they are using to operate the facility; and if a sub-lease is used, the Colleges could make art administrative space for their sub-lessee to have a desk and a computer port to deal with administration of that training being provided in that facility only; which is not a sub-lease for office space, but is a recognition that the Community C'ollege's Administrative area can allow that desk service for an individual to do their program. There was also consensus with Alayor Wilhite's suggestion that as office space, both the Community Colleges and arty lessee use no more than one room total; and that in Afr. Mercier's conversations with the Community Colleges, that we will indicate to thein that a minority of the space that they have leased by its be eligible for sub-lease, and we will try to quanta that more directly in the conversations. Mr. Mercier mentioned that after Council has had a chance to review these meeting minutes to ensure we have captured all elements, we will schedule an approach to the Community Colleges to discuss re- negotiation of the lease. Council concurred In summary, Mr. Mercier said that a notice has been submitted to the Sheriff' s• Office for them to relocate their office operation and in-service training to another facility; that they are eligible to continue as any other entity would be eligible, for their regional seminars; and we know that they have advertised certain programming through September, and we have told them to proceed to fill their advertised obligations through September. INFORMATION ONLY: These topics were not discussed and were included in the Council's packet as informational items only: (7) sidewalk ordinance; (8) proposed amended 2007 Transportation Improvement Program (T.W), and (9) Permit Center Update. In other business, Mayor Wilhite mentioned the upcoming June 12 AWC conference in Tacoma; and peguty Mayor Taylor mentioned that the NLC, EENR (.Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources) Steering Committee will hold its September 27 through 29 meeting at CenterPlace. 't'here being no fzTther business, it was moved, seconded, and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. ATTEST: Diana Wilhite, Mayor Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk Council Meeting: 02-27-07 Approved by Cotmcll: Page 7 of 7 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing ❑ information ® admin, report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Motion Consideration: Street Sweeping Request for Proposals GOVERNING LEGISLATION: PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Street Sweeping - February 201', 2007 and Street Sweeping and Snow Plowing Level of Service - November 14, 2006 meeting. BACKGROUND: The County has provided street services for the City since incorporation. Street sweeping services was one of the activities proposed to be fully contracted out in 2007 in the transition plan of the interlocal agreement. As part of the transition plan, the City hired AAA Sweeping to perform the 2006 fall cleanup. This contract was performed under our Small Works Roster. The cost of these efforts was approximately $98,000. The County has indicated that they will not provide street sweeping services to the City in 2007. The City requested proposals for street sweeping services on January 12, 2007. The stormwater fund and the general fund have reserved $473,687 for street sweeping for the 2007 calendar year. Proposals were due on February 6`h, 2007. AAA Sweeping was the only company to submit a street sweeping proposal. Staff concluded negotiations with AAA Sweeping and recommends that the street sweeping contract is awarded to AAA Sweeping. The proposed contract is for one year with seven one- year renewal options which may be exercised by the City. The annual renewal may be adjusted upward in an amount not to exceed the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) or 3% whichever is smaller. AAA Sweeping submitted a 5% bid bond and is required to provide a 100% performance bond with the execution of the contact. If the contract is awarded, AAA Sweeping will provide street sweeping services beginning the Spring of 2007. OPTIONS: Award the contract for $473,687 or not award the contract. RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Award the contract to AAA Sweeping in the amount not to exceed $473,687 and authorize the City Manager to sign the contract and future seven year renewable options as provided in the RFP documents. BUDGETIFINANCIAL IMPACTS: The contract will be funded by the current 2007 approved budget. STAFF CONTACT: Neil Kersten ATTACHMENTS AAA Sweeping Proposal and proposed contract AGI2.EEWNT FOR STREET SWEEPING sE4 RvICES AAA Sweeping, LLC THIS AGREEMENT is made by and between the City of Spokane Valley, a code City of the State of Washington, hereinafter "City" and AAA Sweeping, LLC hereinafter "Contractor," jointly referred to as parties." IN CONSIDERATION of the terms and conditions contained herein the parties agree as follows: 1. Work to He Performed. The Contractor shall do all work and furnish all labor, tools, materials, supplies and equipment for the Request of Proposals for Street Sweeping Services Contract in accordance with, and as described in Exhibit 1 (R.FP No. 07-001) and Exhibit 2 (AAA Sweeping - Street Sweeping Proposal), which are by this reference incorporated herein and made part hereof ("Contract Documents"), and shall perform any changes in the work in accord with the Contract Documents. The CONTRACTOR shall, for the amount set forth in the Contractor's bid proposal attached hereto, assume and be responsible for the cost and expense of all work required for providing street sweeping services and related activities provided for in the Contract Documents, except those items mentioned therein to be furnished by the City of Spokane Valley. The City Manager, or designee, shall administer and be the primary contact for Contractor. Prior to commencement of work, Contractor shall exercise best efforts to contact the City Manager or designee to review the scope of work, schedule, and time of completion. Upon notice from the City, Contractor shall promptly commence work, complete the same in a timely manner, and cure any failure in performance under this agreement. Unless otherwise directed by the City, all work shall be performed in conformance with the Contract Plans, Contract Documents, City and State standards. Contractor acknowledges review of the Contract Plaits and Contract Documents and accepts the same. Contractor shall exercise best efforts, including; the selection of the highest quality materials, so that all work performed shall be in compliance with current related industry standards. 2. Term of Contract. This agreement shall be in full force and effect upon execution and shall remain in effect until December 31, 2007. The City may terminate this agreement by ten (10) days' written notice to the other party. In the event of such termination, the City shall pay the Contractor for all work previously authorized and satisfactorily performed prior to the termination date. 3. Compensation. The City agrees to pay the Contractor on unit cost basis as set forth in the attached bid up to a maximum fee of $473,687.00 as full compensation for everything furnished and done under this agreement. 4. Payment. The Contractor may elect to be paid in monthly installments, upon presentation of an invoice to the City, or in a lump sum, upon completion of the work. Applications for payment shall be sent to the City Clerk at the below-stated address. Agreement for Construction Services Page 1 of 5 The City reserves the right to withhold payment under this agreement which is determined, in the reasonable j udgment of the City Manager, to be noncompliant with the Contract Plans, Contract Documents, or City or State standards. Notice. Notice shall be given in writing as follows: TO THE CITY: TO THE CONTRACTOR: Name: Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk Phone Number: (509) 921-1000 Address: 11707 East Sprague Ave., Suite 106 Spokane Valley, WA 99206 Name: Brett Sargent Phone Number: 509-928-4663 Mobil: 509-922-1363 Address: P.O. Box 624 Veradale, OVA 99037 6. Applicable Laws and Standards. 71te parties, in the performance of this agreement, agree to comply with all applicable Federal, Stale and local laws, and City ordinances and regulations. 7. Prevailing Wages on Public Works. Unless otherwise required by law, if this contract is for a "public work" which is defined as "work, construction, alteration, repair or improvement other than ordinary maintenance executed at the cost of the City," the following provision applies: This agreement provides for the construction of a public work and a payment of prevailing wages according to Washington law. All workers, laborers or mechanics shall be paid a prevailing rate of wage that is set forth in an Exhibit to this agreement. Before any payment may be made to Contractor a "Statement of intent to Pay Prevailing Wages" must be submitted to the City. Following final acceptance of the public works project, the Contractor and each subcontractor shall submit an "Affidavit of Wages Paid" before retained funds will be released to the Contractor. The affidavit must be certified by the industrial statistician of the Department of Labor and Industries. 8. Relationship of the Parties. It is hereby understood, agreed and declared that the Contractor shall be an independent Contractor and not the agent or employee of the City, that the City is interested in only the results to be achieved, and that the right to control the particular manner, method and means of the work is solely within the discretion of the Contractor. Any and all employees who provide services to the City under this agreement shall be deemed employees of the Contractor. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the conduct and actions of all employees under this agreement and any liability that may attach thereto. 9. Ownership of Documents. All drawings, plans, specifications, and other related documents prepared by the Contractor under this agreement are and shall be the property of the City, and may be subject to disclosure pursuant to RCW 42.56 or other applicable public record laws. 10. Records. The City or State Auditor or any of their representatives shall have full access to and the right to examine during normal business hours all of the Contractor's records with respect to all matters covered in this contract. Such representatives shall be permitted to audit, examine and make excerpts or transcripts from such records and to make audits of all contracts, invoices; materials, payrolls and record of matters covered by this contract for a period of three years from the date final payment is made hereunder. Agreement for Construction Services Pagc 2 of 5 ll. Warranty. Unless provided otherwise in the Contract Plans or Contract Documents, Contractor warrants all work and materials performed or installed under this contract are free from defector failure for a period of one year following final acceptance by the City, unless a supplier or manufacturer has a warranty for a greater period, which warranty shall be assigned to the City. In the event a defect or failure occurs in work or materials, the Contractor shall within the warranty period remedy the same at no cost or expense to the City. 12. Contractor to Be Licensed And Bonded. The Contractor shall be duly licensed and bonded by the State of Washington at all times this agreement is in effect. 13. Insurance. The Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Contractor, their agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors. No Limitation. Contractor's maintenance of insurance as required by the agreement shall not be construed to limit the liability of the Contractor to the coverage provided by such insurance, or otherwise limit the City's recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity. A. Minimum Scope of Insurance. Contractor shall obtain insurance of the types described below: 1. Automobile Liability insurance covering all owned, non-owned, hired and leased vehicles. Coverage shall be written on .Insurance Services Office (ISO) from CA 00 01 or a substitute form providing equivalent liability coverage. If necessary, the policy shall be endorsed to provide contractual liability coverage. 2. Commercial General Liability, insurance shall be written on ISO occurrence form CG 00 01 and shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, independent contractors, products-completed operations, stop gap liability, personal injury and advertising injury, and liability assumed under an insured contract. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be endorsed to provide the Aggregate Per Project Endorsement ISO form CG 25 03 11 85. 'there shall be no endorsement or modification of the Commercial General Liability insurance for liability arising from explosion, collapse or underground property damage. The City shall be narned as an insured under the Contractor's Commercial General Liability insurance policy with respect to the work performed for the City using ISO Additional Insured endorsement CG 20 10 10 01 and Additional Insured-Completed Operations endorsement CG 20 37 10 01 or substitute endorsements providing equivalent coverage. 3. Workers' Compensation coverage as required by the Industrial Insurance laws of the State of Washington. B. Minimum Amounts ofImvurance. Contractor shall maintain the following insurance limits: 1. Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage of $1,000,000 per accident. 2. Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written with limits no less that $1,000,000 each occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate and a $2,000,000 Agreement for Constniction Servioes Page 3 of 5 products-completed operations aggregate limit. C. Qther.Insurance Provisions. The insurance policies arc to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions for Automobile Liability and Commercial General Liability insurance: I . The Contractor's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respect the City. Any insurance, self-insurance, or insurance pool coverage maintained by the City shall be excess of the Contractor's insurance and shall not contribute with it. 2. The Contractor's insurance shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be cancelled by either party, except after thirty (30) days prior written notice by cert ified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City. D. Acceptability oflnsurers. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best rating of not less than A:VTi. E. Verification of Coverage. Contractor shall furnish the City with original certificates and a copy of the amendatory endorsements, including but not necessarily limited to the additional insured endorsement, evidencing the insurance requirements of the Contractor before commencement of the work. 14. Indemnification and Hold )Harmless. The Contractor steal I defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits including attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with the performance of this agreement, except for injuries and damages caused by the sole negligence of the City. Should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement is subject to RCW 4.24.115 then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or damages to property caused by or resulting from the concurrent negligence of the Contractor and the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, the Contractor's liability hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Contractor's negligence. It is Further specifically and expressly understood that the indemnification provided herein constitutes the Contractor's waiver of immunity under :[ndustrial Insurance Title 51 RCW solely for the purposes of this indemnification. This waiver has been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or termination of the agreement. 15. Waiver. No officer, employee, agent, or other individual acting on behalf of either party, has the power, right, or authority to waive any of the conditions or provisions of this agreement. No waiver in one instance shall be held to be waiver of any other subsequent breach or nonperformance. All remedies afforded in this agreement, or by law, shall be taken and construed as cumulative, and in addition to every other remedy provided herein or by law. Failure of either party to enforce, at any time, any of the provisions of this agreement, or to require, at any time, performance by the other party of any provision hereof, shall in no way be construed to be a waiver of such provisions, nor shall it affect the validity of this agreement, or any part thereof. 16. Assignment and Delegation. Neither party shall assign, transfer, or delegate any or all of tile responsibilities of this agreement, or the benefits received hereunder, without first obtaining the written consent of the other party. 17. Jurisdiction and Venue. Tltis agreement is entered into in Spokane County, Washington. Venue shall be in Spokane County, State of Washington. Agreement for Construction Services Page 4 of 5 18. Arbitration. All disputes arising under this agreement shall be resolved through arbitration i pursuant to State law. Rules for arbitration shall be those prescribed by the American Association of Arbitration. 19. Entire Agreement. This written agreement constitutes the entire and complete agreement between the parties, and supercedes any prior oral or written agreements. This agreement may not be changed, modified, or altered, except in writing and signed by the parties hereto. 20. Anti-kickback. No officer or employee of the City, having the power or duty to perform an official act or action related to this agreement, shall have, or acquire, any interest in this agreement, or have solicited, accepted, or granted, a present or future gift, favor, service, or other thing of value from any person with an interest in this agreement. 21. Business Registration. Prior to commencement of work, Contractor shall register with the City as a business. 22. Severability. Ifany section, sentence, clause or phrase of this agreement should be held to be invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this agreement. 23. Exhibits. Exhibits attached and incorporated into this agreement are: 1. Request for Proposals for Street Sweeping Services (R-FP 07-001) 2. AAA Sweeping Street Sweeping Proposal dated February 6, 2007; 3. Insurance Certificates. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this agreement this day of -2007, MY OF SPOKANE VALLEY: City Manager A'T'TEST: City Clerk/Deputy City Clerk Agreement for Construction Services CONTRACTOR: Owner Tax J.D. No.: APPROVED AS TO FORIM: Office of tile City Attorney Page 5 of 5 ATTACHMENT F-SCOPE OF WORK AAA Sweeping is located at 1616 S Adams, Spokane Valley, WA. this facility is used for administrative office, and store and service equipment. The hourly rates presented in Attachment C take into 10-hour days and overtime, wages will be paid in accordance with L&1 Prevailing Wage requirements and as specified in Appendix B of the IZIT No. 07-001. Spring Cleanup Operations Spring cleanup will begin as soon as weather permit and be completed by June 1s`. Residential streets wi.ll be swept between the hours of 7 am and 10 pm. Arterials will be swept between 3 am and 7 am before traffic becomes heavy. Crews will work 10-hour days. There will be 3 crews available to conduct the spring cleanup operations. The spring cleanup will have the following crews available to the City: 1. Crew #1 will consist of a mechanical sweeper which will be followed by a regenerative air 2. Crew #2 will consist of a mechanical sweeper which will be followed by a regenerative air 3. Crew # 3 will consist of a kick broom. A water truck will be used prior to the mechanical sweeper to control dust as required in Section 4.5. After flushing the streets with the water truck, streets will be swept within 48 hours. A. kick-broom may be used for shoulder roads at locations approved by the City. Prior to sweeping the roadway, sidewalks will be cleaned as needed. Street sweeping will precede the sniping operations done by a separate contractor. The center lanes will be swept first and only on as needed basis or as directed by the City. Priority will be given to the centerline of principal arterials, then to minor arterials, and collector arterials. The City will provide us with the schedule of the striping crew. If the striping locations have not been swept, we will move the sweeping operations to the next stripping location to ensure sweeping precedes the stripping operations. Summer Cleanup Operations Summer cleanup will begin by June 15 or as directed by the City. The second summer cleanup will be begin by August 15 or as directed by the City. Unless directed otherwise by the City, summer cleanup will concentrate on the arterial streets. Arterials will be swept between 3 am and 7 am. before traffic becomes heavy. There will be at least one street sweeping crew available to conduct the summer cleanup operations. Crews will work 10-hour days. The summer cleanup crew will consist of a regenerative air sweeper. When requested by the City, a water truck will be used prior to the regenerative air sweeper to control dust as required in Section 4.5. After flushing the streets with the water truck, streets will be swept within 48 hours. Akickbroom may be used for shoulder roads at locations approved by the City. Fall Cleanup Operations Fall cleanup will begin when directed by the City. Unless directed otherwise by the City, fall. cleanup operations will concentrated in the fall priority area shown in Figure 2. Arterials will be swept between 3 am and 7 am before traffic becomes heavy. Crews will work 10-hour days. There will be 3 crews available to conduct the fall cleanup operations. Each of the fall cleanup crews will consist of a regenerative air sweeper. When requested by the City, a water truck will be used prior to the regenerative air sweeper to control dust as required in Section 4.5. After flushing the streets with the water truck, streets will be swept within 48 hours. Street Sweeping Disposal and Handling The spring and summer sweepings will be transported to Chester Landfill, located at 4411 and Sands, Spokane Valley. This landfall does not accept pine needles or leaves. When pine needles or leaves are present, the sweepings will be taken to the transfer station located at Sullivan and Trent Avenue. The City will pay the tipping fees directly to the owner of disposal location. The storage stations will be used to store the sweepings when it would expedite sweeping operations, unless directed otherwise by the City. We will let the City Inspector know when we intend to use these locations. The sweepings will be stored on the gravel or paved surfaces at areas identified by the City. All sweepings will be removed by the end of the week. Sweepings will be coned off and covered wben rain is expected. Communication The designated foreman for this project will .meet daily with the City Inspector or as required by the City to discuss scheduling or City concerns with the project. 't'he foreman for this project is Dave Hulme and his cell phone number is (509) 999-6425. The foreman will have a cell phone at all times during sweeping operations. The foreman will report any and all equipment breakdowns and repairs to the City immediately. This information will also be documented in the dailies including but not limited to date, time of breakdowns, down time, breakdown location, and reason for breakdown. The foreman will contact the City Inspector at the end of the week to report production, problems, and scheduling. Our company will respond within two hours to any inquiry, telephone call or emergency situation originating from City staff. Equipment Inventory The equipment that we will use for this contract is listed below: ' UIEPNMNTT F OR SWEEPDl G CONTRACT TYPEADESCRIPTION ? LANITFAC C OF FQU PMENT REW T MODEL YF..AR 1V.C[[.EAGE ?YLUN OR BACKUP EQUIP! ` 7 CONDITION .6-yard Loader z Z o_ 12-yard Dum Tr k p uc Kick Broom P i osc," Air Swee er #1 - p 7 y", ~o F.~/a 600 / l r 7 666 Ysz Air Swee er #2 7 p y~„~o Fya K ° SAN /r f~ Z 6 e S' mss, ; AC e /lam, Air Swee er #3 p Mechanical Sw 7 6~~ ~c eeper #i Mechanical Sweeper #2 Mechanical Sweeper #3 sc ~w~ z e /YI Sep c5 ,c,/~ s-c z /;-I j 9 9 7 /F 9 7 / 83"3 Z 4 000 Water Truck #1 , 993 4 000 Water T k#2 4v-"gf , ruc gr / C> R" PACKET Street Sweeping Services PROPOSAL NO. 07-001 ATTACHMENT A - PART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION A. Legal Name of Applicant Company A q~ Sul&,4a , LL C B. Name of Contact Person ?i 19 rn r;.~.rt-P-. . Title O'"a..Q,YK, 0 Or Telephone Number including area code 5Q 9- FAA - (36 3 e-mail address C. Did outside individuals/agencies assist with preparation of this program? - YES ~ NO If"Yes", please describe: D. RECEIPT Ole ADDENDA: Firm acknowledges receipt of the following addenda if any: Addendum No, Addendum No, Addendum No. Addendum No. Dated Dated Dated Dated I certify that to the best of my 'knowledge the information co qualifications is accurhte and complete and that I matted in lit this for have the legal authority to commit this agency to a contra4tuai agreement. I realize the final funding for any service is based upon funding levels and the approval of the Spokane Valley Ciiy Council. Print Name Tit18 rF tire, or, or Applicant Agency d-6-07 Date ATTACBMENT A - PART 2 ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION A. FIRM: 1-. Name of fi=: AA Q 2. Business address including zip code: • Po poy- &a L1, V&vA-c o_& t0A g9o'37 3. Telephone number including area code: 50 cl`S .IA-13&7) 4. Fax number including-area code: 50q- 5. a 431 q Federal Tax Identification Number: q I - 13 394 a-( 6. Washington State UBI Number if issued: 60 5, f t ~f 3 a~ 7. State Industrial Account Identification Number if issued: 50 Oj4 4 q- 0 LF . 8. Following is a listing of all engagements the company has undertaken in the last five years that have resulted in: J (a) Arbitration or litigation and the disposition of the cases. (b) Claims being filed by the Federal Government or the Washington State Departments of L & L Employment Security or Revenue. (c) Liens or claims recorded with the Spokane County Auditor by suppliers or. subcontractors. List with whore, for what, and amount. B. INSURANCE COMPANY: 1. Name of Insurance Company 2. Name of Insurance Agent: A-car d.e a, Noft,~wa~t_ Cha (tLo s (?et o-t iS . _ Address-includingzip•code:-----~'f~-I~{k-l~1~~~..- ..104_ 4. Telephone number Sffka4U, WA including area code: ~D9.35 8 .3$00 ATTACHMENT B - EVALUATION CRITERIA AND WEIGHTS 1. FIRM EXPERIENCE WITH SIMILAR PROJECTS. AAA Sweeping, LLC has been in the contracting business for twenty-one years. The company has performed Parking Lot Maintenance, Street Sweeping, Vactor* Service and Road Coastx ction (Asphalt Planning) in both the public and private sec ;t`rig`. The company has performed work in Washington, Idaho, Montana and Oregon. AAA Sweeping, LLC has performed sweeping services for the following municipalities: City of Spokane Valley Tim Klein Sweeping Servics for 2006 509-921-1000 City of Millwood Sweeping Services Cleve Mccoul from 1985-2006 509-924-0960 Spokane County Sweeping Services for one year 509-477-3600 State of Washington Sweeping Services for- Red Reby o 509-324-6000 State of Idaho Sweeping Services for ne year Bob Ewing five 207-772-1200 Bureau of Indian Affairs years Colville Tribe Sweeping Services from Wayne Kensler 2001-2004 509-624-2551 Sweeping services performed for the above municipalities ranged from one week to three months in duration, with contract amounts ranging-from $ 5,000 to $ 300,000. All services were completed within timelines and budgets of the entities. The key personnel and positions directly involved in this would be the same personnel, as our company had on the pproject in 2006. roject 2. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & WORK PLAN. The preliminary schedule for spring clean sweeping would begin in March, 2006 with two complete crews. We would concentrate on the principal, minor and colletor arterials initially and continue with residential roads per the City of Spokane Valley directions. The summer sweeping would begin. in June and again in August with arterial sweeping and the fall sweeping would begin in late September with arterials and residential areas per the City of Spokane Valley directions. All scheduling would be finalized with city representatives prior to beginning work. l The equipment to be used for this contract is listed below: 1 6 Yard Loader 3 Air Sweepers 1 12 Yard Dump Truck 2 4000 Gallon Water Trucks 1 Kickbroom 3, Mechanical Sweepers Our project foreman will meet daily with the City inspector to discuss scheduling or City concerns with the project. All work will be at or above industry standards and we do not foresee anV problems out of the ordinary as proven in our contract work for 2006. Recording keeping for sweeping will include tracking of road milag-e and hours of sweeping including_steet names/to and from and lane miles of sweeping provided for each operator and equipment on a daily basis. Disposal tickets will be Povided on a daily basis. This information will be submitted rweekly or as required by the City. Billing will be monthly. 3. COST PROPOSAL. The hourly rates for each of the equipment items is listed under Cost Per Unit (Hour) on Attachment C. For Special and Emergency Sweeping Services to be billed at hourly rates, the minimum number of hours to be billed will be a TWO HOUR MINIMUM. Regarding discounts for early payment or increasing the frequency of sweeping, we do not anticipate any discounts. We believe that our increased production will, result in cost savings to the City of Spokane Valley. ATTACHMENT C - COST PROPOSAL ITEM COST QUANTITY COST PER UNIT S 1 Mechanical Sweeper 00 7-2-0- = 900 la 3 ~ 2 K ick/angle Brooms . 00 1 oD 200 '00 a;oo~o 3 Regenerative Air Sweeper ~j~ O0 1200 00 Eby 1f 00 114 Water Truck 1200 00 l Rd/ 000 - 5 Dump Truck/End Truck /00- 00 $0 o 8, 004 ° 6 Loader 0° 100 40 WOO Subtotal - C70 700 Tax (8.6%) 3f7j 9/ ~L m ~,n~r~c y ea, Tw 0 ATTACHMENT D--BOND FORMS FORM OF BID DEPOSIT- CHECK ONE: Please submit this sheet with the bid deposit: CASH. Attach the deposit behind this sheet. SURETY BOND - Attach bid bond behind this sheet, TT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU USE THE ATTACHED FORM t FROM FAX NO. ' Feb. 02 2007 10:46A11 P2 fxg~e N/A - Bias BID dO: Va BID DEPOSIT SMTY BOND FORM HAft& ROTF,ET; Street Sweeping Services 1511 YE#,°l:'/BIb2 11dHER:07401 NAMB' AAA SWEEPING OF • V'ERADALE, WA FIRM. We, AAA SWEEPING Travelers. Casualty and Surety as Principal, and Company of America As'Surely, aro'held and firmly bound- unto the MY OF SPOKANE VALLEY e Iviimici ali is the ~ , a Washington State p ty, penal fi17 , of FIVE PERCWr (5r6) OF THE TOTAL AMOUNT BID,* ID, for the P.'*tdctit Of which we jointly and severally bind ourselves, and our legal representatives and successors. ME CONDITIONS OF THE OBLIGATION are that if the City of Spokane Valley award to the Principal according to the terms of the bid documents; and the Principalalll,, within ten (1 o) days aftr'notice of the award, exclusive of the day of notice, enter into the contract with the City of Spolme Valley and fbmishes &e contractor's bond (performance and payment bond) with Surety satisffictary to the. City of Spokane Valley in an amount equal to one hundred percent (IM) of the amouat.of dw bid proposed including Washington State Sales Tax then this obligation shall be null and • void; otherwise if the Principal fails to enter into the contract and furnish the contractor's bond within ten (10) days after notice of the award, exclusive of the day of notico, the amount of the bid deosit shall be forfeited to the City; but in no event will the SureO liability exceed this bond's face p amount SIGNED AND SFALED THIS _ 6th DAY OF February YEAR 20 07 Travelers-Casualty and Surety _eamp:i #*y of. America AAA Sweeping S . aW n _ /1 PRINrTPA.t . o'g°au¢m % ' ( I . ` . Kathy J: Gurley Brett R. gent I~Wd Name Typed Name Attorney-in-Fact Tide Trfle MAL) 111-11113: THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY 19 INVALID WRHOUT THE RED BORDER STPAUL POWER OFArrORNEY TRAVELERS Farmington Casualty Company tY Y SL Paul Guazdlon Insurance Company Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Company St. Paul hfercury Insurance Company f Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, far - Seaboard Casualty and Surety Company Seaboard Surety Company Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America St--Paid Ftre and Marine Insurance Company United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company Attoraey-In Faet No. 214713 Certificate No. 0 0 0 3 0 0 2 8 3 KNOW ALL NON DY T HF,SE PRESEPPPS: That Seaboard Surely Company is a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of A°ew York, that St, Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company, St. Paul Guardian Insurance Company and St. Paul Mercury Insurance Company are corporations duly organized under the laws of the State of Minnesota, that Farmington Casualty Company, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company, and Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America arc corporations duly organized under the laws of the State of Connecticut, that United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company Is a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Maryland, that Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Company Is o corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Iowa, and that Fid6lity and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, Inc, is a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Wisconsin (herein collectively called the "Compavks'~, and that the Companies do hereby malm, constitute and appoint Chris Larson, George C. Schroeder, Lois Stewart, W.W. Weller, Wrn. Dinneen, H. Keith McNally, Kathy J. Gurley, and Dalee Moua of the City of -Spokane , State of Washington their true and lawful Anome each In their separate capacity if more than one is named above. to sign, execute, seal and acknowledge any and all bonds, re po Y(s}in-Fact, other writings obligatory in the nature thereof on behalf of the Companies in'their usutesa of tecin the fidelity of Sus. conditional undertakings and contracts and executing or guaranteeing bonds and undertakings required or pp(91n a or ceedings allowed per law. guarnntaing the performance of IN WI'IA2SS WH&RIOF; the Carne have caused this 3nstiurq~ jsd~ scab to be hraeto affixed, this 22nd say or Febn►tiry -`D tqO -''Farmington Casualty C St. Paul Guardian Insurance Company Fidelity and Guaranty paSt. Paul Mercury Insurance Company Fidelity and Guaranty tt~Utitle rwt~t~rs, Inc. Travelers Casualty and Surety Company Seaboard Surety Company Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America St- Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company dt,~v°W.1 ~sutry Nu ` a~*Y i~GO ~.xaL yin+~ e t9s Ass ~ 1977 8 ~1~27 nr~ o' . S g~yq)pg4r/]~ J'~ p~ ~~1q~ ~Qa~ ~trc+~ 1f tsst r . yy~/ O~ 0 . r State of Connecticut City of Hartford sa. By: 0 rgc W rfsm. Seri Y President On this the 22nd day of February 2008 before ma rsonall appeared himself to be the Senior Vice President of Farmington Casualty Company, Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Company, Fidelity idelitty and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, Inc., Seaboard Surety Company, St. Paul Fire and Marine Insutaaoe Company, St. Paul Guardian Iiuuraaoe Company, St. Paul Mercury Insurance Company,'Iravelers Casualty and Surety Caurpany,lravclers Casualty and Surety Company of America, and United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company, and that he, as such, being authorized so to do, executed the foregoing instrument for the purposes therein contained by signing on behalf of the corporations byhimself as a duly authorized officer. 6.T In Witness Whereof, I hereunto set my hand and official seal. My Commission expires die 30th day of Tune, 2006. # AtJBIt~ Q/l l I C . Made C. Ttbuult, Notary Public 58440-9-05 Printed In U.S.A. THIS WARNING: THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY t$ INVAUD WITHOUT THE RED BORDER This Power of Attorney is granted under and by the authority of the following resolutions adopted by the Hoards of Directors of Farmington Casualty Company, Fidelity and Ouoranty Insurance Company, Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, Inc,, Seaboard Surety Company, St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company, St. Paul Guardian Insurance Company, St. Paul Mercury Insurnnx Company, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company,'ltavclcrs Casualty anti Surety Company of America, and United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company, which resolutions eta now In full force and effect, reading as follows: RESOLVED, that the Chairman, the President, any Vice Chairman, any Executive Vice President, any Senior Vice President, any Vice President, any Second President, the 7easurer, any Assistant Treasurer, the Corporate Secretary or any Assistant Secretary may appoint Attorneys-in-Fact and Agents to act for and on behalf of the Company and may give such appointee such authority as his or her certificate of authority may prescribe to sign with the Company's name and seal with the Company's seal bonds, recognizances, contracts of indemnity, and other writings obligatory in the nature of a bond, recognisance, or conditional undertaking, and any of said officers or the Board of Directors at any rime may remove any such appointee and revoke the power given him or her; and it is FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman, the President, nny Vice Chairman, any Executive Vice President, any Senior Vice President or any Vice Pie:sldent may delegate•all„or_any-part of the foregoing authority to one or mote officers or employees of this company. provided that each such delegation is In writing and a copy therco6;ia f ;0'.-#Vfficp f the Secretary; and it Is = FUR,THEh- rSOLVED, that any bond, recognizance, contract of indemnity, or writing obligatory in the nature of a bond, recognizance, or conditional undertaking shallbavnlid andbinding upon the Company when (a) signed by the President, my Vice Chairman, any Execativc Vice President,any Senior Vice President or any Vice President; any.Second.•Viee President, the Tleasurer, any Assistant Treasurer, the 0DIparate Secretary or any Assistant Secretary and duly attested and scaled with the Company's seal by a Secretary or Assistant Secretary; or (b) duly executed (under seal, if required) by one or more Attomeys-in-Fact and Agents pursuant to the power prescribed in his or her certificate or their certificates of authority or by one or more Company officers pursuant to a written delegation of authority; nrtd it is FURTHER RESOLVED, that the signature of each of the following officers: President any Executive Vice President, any Senior Vice President, any Vice President, ai~y;Assjstunc:V3Re ~Pcfttlclen};'ruty Secietiuy, unyAsslstnnt-SecrBtary; arnl-tha seal of the•Coanpany may 6e a8ixed by facsimile to any power of attorney or to any ee#41,f)cntg:.rrl t~~tig?r Ieegfo a~pointing;Resiilent Viae'Yieaidcvts, Resident 'is It Setactarlae W Attoaneys-in-Fact Poe Purpose, only of executing and attesting bonds nrid a deitalcings:and b other wrldngrrobllgatory in the nature thereof, and any such power to attorney or certificate beating such facsimile signature or facsimile seal shall e: Lulid andbinding"upon the Company and any such power so C7C=ted and certified by such facslmllc signattre orrd facsimile seal shall be valid and binding on the COinpsny in the fbtum with respect to wry bond . understanding to which it i5 attached. 1, Karl M. Johanson, the undersigned, Assistant Secretary, of Farmington Casualty Company, Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Company, Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, Inc., Seaboard Surety Company, St. Paul Fire and Marine Insymno Cgarn St, Paul GoaMian Insurance Company, St. Paul Mercury Insurance Company, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company, Truveters Casualty and Su npan me United•Statei Fidelity and l3aarn[lly CCompany do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is o true and correct copy of tho POwet tomGt+~Ox d b ompanics, which-is in full,fonx.and effect and has not been revoked. 10 IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, t have hera►nto set my handrru_ ttlees o([tan;es t6ls 6th day ofuary 20 j Kori M. Johan Assistant Secretary . C: W.n ~4+"" 5rFE7Y' c `*r:.'~a4 ~xetp~ date aka p ~y A Ova ~ ? n J' ~fip tb 982 ~ :1977,•' tt[7 1927 ~ air ~ n>t~cy, ~ `~i t e . ~ 19li1 y~ ,y ~ ~~BAL~o" ~j SHJLL y t~' 8 ~c~ix~ v ~q tERR3 ~ . t a ~ ,f ~ t7 AtN~ To verify the authenticity of Oils Power of Attorney, call 1-SOD-421-3880 or contact us at wwwstpoultravel=bond.com. Please refer to the Attorney-In-Fact number, thy, above-named Individuals and the details of the bond to which the power is attached. WARNING: THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY 19 INVAUD WITHOUT THE nb BORDER Bidders Packet Street Swee mg RFP 0 ATTACHWNT E - SIGNATURE PAGE Date: -le6 ru- b 2007 The undersigned bidder hereby proposes and agrees to deliver the equipment and/or services pursuant to the 2007 Street Sweeping Services and all other terms and conditions of this Request for Bids within thirty days of full'execution of such Agreement. No bidder may withdiuaw his bid for a period of ninety (90) days after-the day of bid opening. The required bid security consisting of a certified check, bid band, or cashier's check in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount will be delivefed to the City. The undersigned individual represents and warrants that he or she is duly authorized to execute the bid on behalf of any partnership, joint venture or corporation. dividual Company (Delete T~vo) ' imgnature) (Title) VQJ1AA,A. & . 9 0 (Address) (Telephone Number) APPENDIX C - SUPPLEMENTAL TO WAGE RATES C~ Washington State Department of Labor and Industries Policy Statement (Regarding the Production of "Standard" or "Non-standard" Items) Below is the department's (State L&I's) list of criteria to be used in determining whether a prefabricated item is "standard" or "non-standard". For items not appearing on WSDOTs predetermined list, these criteria shall be used by the Contractor (and the Contractor's subcontractors, agents to. subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and fabricators) to .determine coverage under RCW 39.12. The production, in the State of Washington, of non- standard items is covered by RCW 39.12, and-the production of standard items is not. The production of any item outside the State of Washington is not covered by RCW 39.12. 1. Is the item fabricated for a public works project? If .not, it is not subject to RCW 39.12. If it is, go to question 2. 2. Is the item fabricated on the public works jobsite? If it is, the work Is covered under RCW.39.12. If not, go to question 3. 3. Is the Item fabricated in an assemblytfabrlcation plant set up for, and dedicated primarily to, the public works project? If it Is, the work is covered by RCW 39.12. If not, go to question 4. j 4. Does the item require any assembly, cutting, modification or other fabrication by the supplier?. If not, the work is not covered by RCW 39.12. If yes, go to question 5. 5. Is the prefabricated item intended for the public works project typically an inventory item which could reasonably be sold on the general market? If. not, the work is covered by RCW 39.12: if yes, go to question 6. 6. Does the specific prefabricated item, generally defined as standard; have any unusual characteristics such as shape, type of material, strength requirements, finish, etc? If yes, the work is covered under RCW 39.12. Any firm with questions regarding -the policy, WSDOT's Predetermined List, or for determinations of covered and non-covered workers shall be directed to State L&I at (360) 902-5330. Supplemental To Wage Rates Page 1 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing 0 information ❑X admin. report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: City Manager Comments PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: BACKGROUND: Mr. Mercier will be making brief comments. OPTIONS: RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: STAFF CONTACT: ATTACHMENTS CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: ❑ Consent ❑ Old business ❑ New business ❑ Public Hearing 21 Information © Admin. Report C3 Pending Legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: City Center Consulting Services GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Council approved a contract for consulting services to develop a subarea plan for the Sprague/Appleway corridor, including designating and planning a city center. Preliminary recommendations concerning a proposed location for the city center was presented to Council at a joint Planning Commission/City Council meeting on September 14, 2006. On January 2, 2007, Staff presented Council a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a consultant who would assist the City in discussions and possible negotiations with property owners in the proposed city center. Council consensus was to move forward with the RFQ. BACKGROUND: On September 14, 2006, at a Joint Planning Commission/City Council meeting, the City's lead consultant for the Sprague/Appleway Corridor Revitalization Plan presented to council three options to pursue the development of a city center: 1. Master plan the preferred site, adopt zoning regulations that would allow a city center to be constructed, then wait for the market to build it. 2. Master plan and zone the preferred site and then "stimulate" developer interest by constructing civic buildings and/or other capital improvements such as streets, sidewalks and parks. 3. Master plan and zone the preferred site, secure property by purchase or option, market the city center plan to developers through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process and then resell property to selected developer. Option 1 provides the least financial risk to the City, but will likely take a significant amount of time for a city center to develop, if it happens at all. Option 2 requires a significant financial investment from the City for capital improvements, and therefore poses a greater financial risk, but the chances of getting a city center constructed are better than Option 1. Option 3 gives the City control over the project and potentially is the fastest way to get a city center constructed. However, it is the riskiest option because it requires the City to play a much more active development role. City Council expressed interest in exploring Option 3. Michael Freedman of Freedman Tung Bottomley (FTB) suggested that the City would be best served by hiring a consultant to assist in contacting and negotiating with property owners in the area preliminarily designated as city center "Phase 1 On January 2, 2007, Council reviewed the RFQ and directed staff to proceed with its publication. Staff issued the RFQ and received six responses, all from firms outside the Spokane region. Of the six responses, two firms were selected for interviews. On February 27, 2007, City Staff interviewed Leland Consulting from Portland, Oregon and ClearPath, LLC from Seattle. The City interview team included Nina Regor, Mike Connelly, Greg McCormick and Scott Kuhta. The interview team unanimously recommends ClearPath, LLC as the most qualified firm to assist the City in developing a city center in partnership with property owners and developers. ClearPath is a relatively new company that has a broad range of experts in real estate negotiations and acquisition, public/private partnerships, land development, economic development and municipal government. They are currently working on town center projects in the cities of Bothell and Tukwilla as well as corridor revitalization projects for Shoreline, Lynwood and Des Moines. ClearPath would assist the city in the following areas: • Provide feedback on the FTB recommended approach to developing a city center. • Identify critical issues, opportunities and barriers to developing the city center. • Develop a strategy to implement the City's vision for its city center, including working with property owners, developers and other key individuals and institutions. • Identify opportunities for public/private partnerships and actions the city could take to facilitate development. • Negotiate agreements with property owners and potential developers. Staff is prepared to develop a Scope of Work and negotiate a contract with the preferred consultant, pending direction from Council. OPTIONS: 1) Provide direction to staff. RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Provide input to staff. BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The cost of the consultant is preliminarily estimated at $50,000. Funding for the Sprague-Appleway Revitalization Plan is included in the 2007 budget, but did not include the cost of these proposed consulting services. If Council approves moving forward with this proposal, the cost would be incorporated into the City's spring 2007 budget amendment. STAFF CONTACT: Scott Kuhta, Senior Planner Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager 1 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing . ❑ information ® admin. report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Administrative Report" Spokane County Multi-Jurisdiction All- Hazard Mitigation Plan. GOVERNING LEGISLATION: 44 CFR 201 PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: City Council was briefed on the Hazard Mitigation Plan on December 7, 2004, and given an update on August 15, 2006. BACKGROUND: In 2000, the U.S. Congress passed legislation requiring the development of Hazard Mitigation Plan by each state and local government jurisdiction* before November 1, 2004, as a condition of receiving disaster mitigation funding. The Spokane County Division of Emergency Management has finalized and FEMA has approved the Spokane County Multi- Jurisdiction All-Hazard Mitigation Plan. OPTIONS: Schedule for further discussion. RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: No action required. . BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Not applicable. STAFF CONTACT: Marina Sukup, AICP, Community Development Director ATTACHMENTS: Spokane County Multi-Jurisdiction All-Hazard Mitigation Plan. DRAFT City of Spokane Valley Spokane County, Washinglon Resolution No. 07- A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE SPOKAIN'E COUNTY ALL-HAZARD MJTIGATION PLAN WHEREAS, The City of Spokane and Spokane County entered into a joint Resolution on or about June 25, 1979, under Spokane County Resolution 'No. 79-0873, establishing a joint Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Services. Additionally, the entities on or about August 10, 2004, adopted Spokane County Resolution No. 04-0689, which established functions for both entities as called for pursuant to chapter 38.52 RCW. The City of Spokane, City of Spokane Valley, City of Medical Lake, Town of Millwood, Town of Fairfield, Town of Latah, City of Liberty Lake, Town of Rockford, Town of Spangle, City of Cheney, City of Airway Heights, City of Deer Park, and Town of Waverly likewise entered into this joint venture; and WHEREAS, the Federal Emergency Management Agency PEMA'~ requires that local and tribal govennment applicants for sub-grants must have an approved local mitigation plan in accordance with 44 CFR 201.6 prior to receipt of a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program sub grant funding." The propose of such local mitigation plan is to represent the Multi-Jurisdiction's commitment to reduce risks from natural and manmade hazards: and WHEREAS, pursuant to 44 CFR 201.6, the Department of Emergency Management Services has prepared a plan entitled "Spokane County Multi-Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan," which Plan serves as a guide for decision-makers as they connmit resources to reducing hazards; and NV1WR. EAS, the Multi-Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan has been reviewed by F1 MA, found to meet the required criteria under 44 CFR 201.6, and following adoption by all jurisdictions, will be adopted by FiMA making the adopting jurisdictions eligible for mitigation project grants. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Spokane Valley City Council that: Section 1. The SPOKAAE, COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL ALL H4ZARD AflTIGATIOX PLAAris hereby adopted, representing Spokane Valley's conunihnentto reduce risks from natural and man- made hazards; and Section 2. The Plan has been reviewed by FF.MA and accepted as successfully containing appropriate criteria as outlined in 44 CRR 201.6. Approved by the City Council this day of , 2007. Diana Wilhite, Mayor ATTEST: Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk Approved as to form: Office of the City Attorney Resolution Adopting Atl-1•tazard Mitigation Plan Page 1 of 1 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Region X 130228th Street, SW Bothell, WA 93021-9396 or"~~<" 5 FEMA ~.Fi~yn January 30, 2007 Mr. Mark Stewart Acting State Hazard Mitigation Programs Manager Washington Emergency Management Division MS:TA-20 Building 20 Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122 Dear Mr. Stewart: As requested, I have completed a pre-adoption review of the Spokane County Multi- Jurisdiction All-lifazard Mitigation Plan. The plan successfully contains the required multi- jurisdictional local plan criteria, excluding the adoption, as outlined in 44 CFR Part 201. The plan review worksheet is enclosed. This letter serves as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FE-yMA) commitment to approve the plan upon receiving documentation of the plan's adoption within 90 days. Spokane County and their partnering entities are not eligible for mitigation project grants until the adoption documentation is submitted and the plan is approved by FF..MA. Please contact me at 425.487.4654 with any questions. Sincerely, Jamie Huff Acting Hazard Mitigation Plans Manager Enclosure JH:tg www.fema.gov Spokane County Multi- Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan Presented on behalf of-the Spokane County Mitigation Committee to: Spokane County Board of County Commissioners Spokane City Council Spokane Valley City Council February/March 2007 Spokane County Multi Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan 1 The Committee Or Fred Hurand - East tam Wastngton University. Chair Urban and Regional Planning Department Ardele Steele - Eastern Washington University, Graduate Student Megan Gunning - Eastern Washington University, Graduate Student Tom Mattem - CitylCounty Department of Emergency Management Darrell Ruby - CityfCounly Department of Emergency Management • Marty Best - WA State MIUgation John VanSant - Spokane Regional Health District Edward Lenvis - Chair, IEFCA Peter Cheney - City of Spokane, Risk Management John Mercer - City of Spokane, Public Works • Marina Sukup - Spokane Val!ey, Community DevlPlanning • Tom Schoftens - Spokane Valley, Building Official Ted Olson - WA Department of Eoology Gerry Gemmil - Spokane County, Public Works Randi Rich - Avista- • tan VonEssen - Spokane County, GIS • Chuck Hafner - Spokane Valley, Citizen Dick Behm - Spokane Valley, Citizen Michele Maher - Spokane Valley, Chamber of Commerce Dr. Margaret Mortz - Washington State University, Engineering • Jan Doherty - Spokane Fire - Public Education! Special Needs Randy Benson - Empire Health Services Dave Wyrkk - Spokane Sheriff Gil Moberly - Spokane Police Cynthia Dachtler - Red Cross LuAnn Stall - Red Cross Joe Madsen - Spokane School District 81 John Botdarin - Spokane Community Oriented Polce Effort Tom Tmvey - Spokane Community Oriented Police Effort Gary Richards - Spokane Community Oriented Police Effort Wcki Hamots - City of Rockford Wade, Neilson - CitylCounty Department of Emergency Management Ross Kelley - Spokane County Engineer John Botte9l - Spokane County, GIS David Pray - Spokane County, GIS Purpose of the Plan • The local mitigation plan is the representation of the jurisdiction's commitment to reduce risks from natural and man made hazards. • The plan serves as a guide for decision makers as they commit resources to reducing the effects of hazards. • The plan serves as the basis for the State to provide technical assistance and to prioritize project funding. 2 All Hazard Mitigation Plan • Goals and Objectives: - Save Lives - Prevention - Property Protection - Public Education and Awareness - Natural Resources . - Emergency Services - Structural Projects • Action Statements The Mitigation Strategy A strategy that provides the jurisdiction's blueprint for reducing the potential losses identified in the risk assessment, based on existing authorities, policies, programs and resources, and its ability to expand on and improve these existing tools. 3 The Hazard Mitigation Planning Process 1. Organize Resources (Sept 2005) A. Review Existing Data Including Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 2. Assess Risk (Oct 2005) A. Update Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis (HIVA) The Hazard Mitigation Planning Process (cont) 3. Develop a Mitigation Plan (Oct 2005 - Jan 2007) • Committee Sets Goals and Objectives • Committee Prepares Action Plan • Community Reviews Actions • Committee Revises Plan • Municipalities and County Reviews Draft Plan • Draft Plan to State Emergency Management Division and FEMA for Review and Approval 7=s • Adoption of Plan by Local Jurisdictions 4 The Hazard Mitigation Planning Process (cont) 4. Implement and Monitor the Plan A. Various Agencies Given the Responsibilities for Implementing Actions B. A Mitigation Committee will be Designated to Monitor Outcomes C. The Plan will be Reviewed Annually and Updated at Five Years. Any Questions? Thank you. 5 SPOKANE COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTION ALL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PAGE RESERVED. FOR RESOLUTIONS OF ADOPTION FOR JURISDICTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction I Planning and Mitigation 1 Why Plan for Hazards in S okane County I A Multi-Jurisdictional 1 lazard Mitigation Plan 1 Summary of Plan Goals, Objectives and Actions 2 Goals and Objectives 2 Action Statements 6 All Hazards 6 Disease Epidemic 8 Drou ht 9 F arth u ,*c 9 Flood 10 Fl:azard Materials Incident 11 Landslide 12 Severe Storm 12 Terrorism and Civil Disturbance 12 Volcano 13 Wildland hire 13 Urban Fire 1.4 Location Po ulation G-co graphy and Government 15 Spokane County 15 City of Spokane 18 City of Spokane Valley 18 The Planning Process IS Comrnittee :Process 19 Citizen Participation 22 Technical Data Collection and Analysis 23 Critical Facilities Inventory 24 Spokane County Mitigation Plan 25 Overarching Goal 25 Goals and Objectives 25 Actions 29 All Hazards Actions 29 Individual Hazards 39 Disease N idemic 39 History 39 Avian Influenza: Current Situation 40 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 41. Disease Actions 41 Drought 4' History 44 Hazard identification and Vulnerability Analysis 45 Drought Actions 45 Earthquake 49 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 50 Building Losses 50 Casualties 52 Critical Facilities 52 Conclusion 52 Earthquake Actions 52 Flood 55 History 55 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 56 1?stimated Losses 57 Critical Facilities 59 Conclusion 59 Flood Actions 59 Hazardous Materials Incident 64 History 65 Hazard Identification and Vulnerabili Analysis 65 Conclusion 66 Hazardous Materials Incident Actions 66 Lwidsl ide 68 H_istory 6$ Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 69 Conclusion 70 Landslide Actions 70 Severe Local Storm 74 History 74 blazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 75 Critical l7acilitics 75 Conclusion 75 Severe Stomi Actions 77 Terrorism and Civil Disturbance •79 Terrorism 79 History 8o Hazard Identification and Vulnerabili Analysis 81 Critical Facilities 82 Conclusion 82 Civil Disturbance 83 History 83 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Anal sis 84 Conclusion 84 Terrorism and Civil Disturbance Actions •84 Volcano 86 Histo 87 llazard Identification Inventory and Vulnerability Analysis 87 Conclusion 88 iii Volcano Actions 88 Wildland Fire 89 History 90 Firestorm 1991 90 2000 Wildland Fire Season 91 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 91 Fuels 92 Conclusion 95 Wildland Fire Actions 95 Urban Fire 97 History 98 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis 98 Conclusion 99 Urban Fire Actions 99 1:'lan Im ~lemcnt€~tion 103 Development Trends and Other Plans 103 Plan Implementation 104 Plan Monitoring, Maintenance and Addin NeNv Jurisdictions 104 Economic Analvsis 107 Cost Analysis Process 107 References 108 A )endix A- Committee Meeting Minutes 109 Appendix B - Communi Comment Sheet 140 Appendix C - Action Statement Questionnaire Results 143 Appendix D - Additional Plan Review Process Action Statements 150 Appendix 1, - Public Announcements -Mitigation Plan Review 154 (C-lossarV 15S 157 Resources iv TABLE OF FIGURES Fi ure 1 Spokane County 17 Figure 2 Prime Agricultural Lands 47 Figure 3 Geologic Faults 51 figure 4 Food Zones 58 Figure 5 Geological) I.-(a.ardous Areas 71 Fig ure 6 Forest Cover 93 Figure 7 Potential Risk i'rom Wildfire 94 TABLE OF TABLES Table 1 Spokane Coun Population by Place 15 Table 2 S okane Count Population 1960 to 2025 16 Table 3 Spokane County All Hazards Miti ation Committee .201 Table 4 Hazard Evaluation 21 Table 5 1--"arth wake History . 50 Table 6 Recent Floods in Spokane County 56 Table 7 Market Value of Parcels in the 100 Year Flood Zone by Jurisdiction 57 Table S Market Value of Parcels in the 500 Year Flood Zone b Jurisdiction 57 Table 9 Spokane City Fire De artment:H:AZMAT Statistics 1999 to 2005 65 Table 10 Market Value of Parcels Susceptible to Landslide by Jurisdiction 70 Table 11 Severe Storms in S okane County 76 Table 121-listo..of Wildland Fires 91 Table 13 Market Value of Parcels Susceptible to Wildfire b Jurisdiction 95 Table. 1.4 Monitoring and U datinP Schedule 106 vi INTRODUCTION During the past few years, landslides, flooding, and wildfires in our state and county garnered national headlines. 't'hese include the Hangman Hills fire in 1987, the 1996 ace Storm, the 1996 Bowie Lake fire, the Phineas Priesthood domestic terrorism attacks in 1996, 2001 drought season, and the 2001 3.5+ earthquake. Continuing concerns over these and related issues have prompted many communities to reevaluate the need for adequate hazard mitigation planning. Good planning can mitigate the impacts from such hazards as wildilre, drought, floods, unstable slopes and expanding soils. Planning and 1Vl.itigation it is important to note that in the context of this report, the terms "planning" and "mitigation" refer to preparation for actions to reduce the impact of natural or hunum caused disaster as well as emergency planning that-describes what actions will be taken- to deploy resources during a disaster. Ideally, local government emergency and land use plartning efforts work together seamlessly to protect the health, safety and welfare of citizens. Why Plan for Hazards in Spokane County? Natural hazards impact citizens, property, the environment, and the economy of Spokane County. Flooding, landslides, windstorms, severe winter storms, volcanoes, and earthquakes have exposed Spokane County residents and businesses to the financial and emotional costs of recovering after these natural disasters. Other events such as: urban fire, terrorism, and hazardous material spills also pose dangers to the population of Spokane County. The risk associated with natural hazards increases as more people move to areas affected by hazards. The inevitability of natural hazards, and the growing population and activity within the county create an urgent need to develop strategies, coordinate resources, and increase public awareness to reduce risk and prevent loss From future hazard events. Identifying risks posed by hazards, and developing strategics to reduce the impact of a hazard event can assist in protecting life and property of citizens and communities. Local residents and businesses can work together with the county to create a hazards mitigation plan that addresses the potential impacts of hazard events. A Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan This is a multi jurisdiction hazard mitigation plan that includes the unincorporated areas of Spokane County, the City of Spokane and the City of Spokane Valley. Representatives of each of these municipal entities participated in the development of the plan. Although our committee was unable to achieve consistent participation by all cities and towns of Spokane County, the information and selected actions in the plan are available to these communities for adoption. Additionally, the Mitigation Committee members listed in Table 3 represent many of the smaller municipalities within Spokane County. Unless noted specifically, all goals, objectives and actions are for the three participant communities. SUMMARY OF PLAN GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ACTION STATEMENTS Listed below is a summaryof Spokane County's, City of Spokane's and City of Spokane Valley's all hazards mitigation goals, objectives and actions compiled by the All Hazards Mitigation Conunittee from citizen participation, the committee's work and accompanying technical information. Detailed statements related to each hazard are contained within this plan however this summary is a quick reference.. The action statements have be divided into two tiers. Tier I actions are those which directly mitigate the impacts of any hazards and may be eligible for FL^MA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Tier 2 actions compliment Tier 1 actions, are important to the plan and may be eligible for other sources of, funding. GOALS A..ND OB:f.FCTiVES Fla lrL'IV, nON e Reduce the risks associated with natural and human caused hazards. s Create and maintain a system that evaluates natural and'human caused hazards and their potential for risk to life, health, and property. • Encourage public and private cooperation in disaster mitigation planning. • Work to insure that all local laud development plans and regulations lessen the impact of potential hazard and human caused disasters. Ohjetti ves o Develop a continuously revised data base that identifies and objectively prioritizes natural and human caused hazards. o Establish a consistent method- for collecting and comparing data about all hazards. o Educate the public about hazard risks, avoidance and mitigation. o Ensure that there is consistency'and coordination between critical areas plans, policies and regulations an(] between jurisdictions. o Continue to work to reduce financial and social impacts of disasters through prevention. o Identify gaps in potential response and protection activities and find resources to close these gaps. implement an emergency communication system to-compliment other early warning systems such as NOAA's. 2 ,P.itOPERTY. PR0TECTION e Protect critical public facilities and infrastructu re. fro in possible damage do to hazards. Reduce the impact of hazards on the built environment. Objectives 0 Encourage and support defensible space and preventive construction practices. o Promote'the use of appropriate hazard resistance structural methods for buildings. o Promote individual and family planning for individual property protection and rr►itigation. o Work with municipal staff, elected officials and developers to.review land use ordinances and infrastructure codes to ensure that they, include adequate property protection. o d.dentify portions of the. built environment that share common hazard vulnerability. o Identify and continue to improve the security of all essential critical facilities. o Promote personal fire protection plans. 0 flan for adequate access and egress to properties for first responders and citizens. 0 Consider impacts of natural hazards on future land use. PUT I IC ED UCA T1ONAND A WARE NESS Tusure that all citizens, including those with special needs, are aware of potential hazards and disaster preparedness. Objectives o educate the public about hazard mitigation, preparedness and prevention. o Develop a disaster preparedness and mitigation public information program to be disseminated by the media, neighborhood groups, mail and school. o Promote personal responsibility for disaster preparedness and mitigation. o Improve the public's understanding of the Iocation,and potential impacts of natural hazards. o Incorporate the needs of citizens with special needs into all aspects of planning to include transportation and other requirements. o Proinote disaster preparedness and mitigation in the public schools. o Create the opportunity for agencies and businesses to cooperate in cumrnunicating the need for disaster mitigation and preparedness. o Recruit business, civic leaders and children's groups to participate in communicating the need disaster mitigation and preparedness. NATURAL lWSOURCES • balance natural resource preservation with life, propei-ty-and safety protection. Objectives o Advocate "best management" practices for development to reduce potential losses from disasters. d Reduce conflicts between high intensity land uses and natural hazards. o Promote environmentally conscious aquifer protection regulations. 0 Maintain the natural systems that provide flood protection, i.e., shorelines and wetlands. 0, Restrict development in critical areas where hazards exist. o Promote projects that mitigate impacts on the environment. EME,RGEArCYSERVCCES • Insure effective and efficient emergency response and recovery capabilities to reduce the loss of life and property during; and after a disaster through mitigation actions. • Establish and maintain a reliable communications system behveen public responders and with the general public (luring a disaster. • Incorporate the needs of citizens with special needs into all aspects of planning; to include transportation and other requirements. Objectives o Work towards the county-wide distribution of emergency supplies. o Continue to develop a registry of people who have special needs. . o Pre-deploy emergency supplies to various geographic locations. o Implement and develop a joint information plan for the E mergency . Operations Center. o Share communication protocols between agencies. o Provide power back-up and system operability for critical infrastructure during a disaster. o J!",valuate and update information on the capacity of food bangs and shelters. o Promote neighborhood level disaster mitigation plans and coordinate ---these-with-city-and-regional-plans.--- o Encourage National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration radio ownership. o Ensure that all communications to the public is consistent. 4 o Develop effective mutual aid plans for all first responders. STRUCTURAL PROJECTS Support the building of structural projects that will significantly reduce the impact of hazards but that do not create additional environmental harm. Objectives o Adopt design standards for earthquakes, floods and winds. o Evaluate buildings, bridges, critical facilities and other structures for hazard resistance. o Implement retrofit projects for critical facilities as funding permits. o Promote backup ingress and egress for wildland /urban interface zones. o Evaluate existing thoroughfares for potentially hazardous situations. o Identify any potential evacuation bottlenecks. o Identify potential impact of dam failures for potential risks to property and life. o Investigate incentives for developers and owners to upgrade existing buildings. o expedite approval processes for projects that improve structural resistance to hazards. o Determine the need for residential flood mitigation through elevation, relocation, or acquisition. o Review hazardous materials transportation requirements. EVAL UATION AND IMP.L EMENTA PION o Support mitigation actions which can provide the best short and long-range benefits to the community to implement. ObjectAies o During the action selection phase of the planning process, a preliminary, review of costs and benefits should be conducted.. o During the implementation phase of the plan, any selected action will be thoroughly reviewed to insure that the benefits of the action will exceed its costs. Action Statements ALL HAZARDS Tier .t Al Utilizing Spokane County's GIS system, develop a hazards data base that identifies the potential location and estimates potential severity of all natural and human caused hazards A2 Publish hazard maps that are available to the community at libraries and other locations and on the county'swebsite. A3 Using tlie.hazards data base, upload,data into FEMA's HAZUS software to continually monitor the risk to citizens and property. A4 In cooperation with local schools, agencies and business organizations create a public education program to educate citizens and businesses about hazard risks, avoidance and mitigation. A5 Continue to monitor and review all development and building plans, policies - and regulations to insure they include sections that address hazard mitigation. A6 Using the media and other means, promote personal and business mitigation plans. A7 Work with neighborhood groups to create neighborhood disaster mitigation plans. .Ter 2 AS ;Encourage all citizens to have a disaster kit which contains food, `eater, flashlights, batteries, battery operated radios and medications. A9 Establish procedures for mobilizing heavy equipment during disasters. A10 Identify the location of disaster shelters and ensure the awareness of these locations with first responders. All Establish procedures for providing provisions for shelters. A12 Encourage the development of community emergency notification systems to inform public of potential problems. 6 A13 Include the requirements for special needs populations in the development of any early warning system. A14 Include a plan for evacuating special needs populations as part of any evacuation planning process. A1,5 Promote reliable, compatible and redundant communication systems between disaster response agencies. A16 Support the continuation of table top drills, field exercises and other training for response personnel. A17 Develop a multi-hazards evacuation plan. A18 Inform the public, including special needs populations, of evacuation plans and routes. ' A19 Create a website to allow citizens to communicate with each other during a disaster. A20 Involve the Spokane Disaster Council, Fire'Disaster Council, and Public Safcty Forum in all hazard preparations. A21 Cooperate with local media to prepare messages that will assist the public in responding to disitsters. A.22 Prepare procedures and sites for decontamination. A25 Use traffic simulations to predict evacuation problems and plan for these problems. A24 Create it method for parents to reach their children at school during disaster emergencies. A25 Cooperate with local school'districts to prepare plans for school evacuation or shelter in-pace. A26 Develop a post-disaster debris management program. A27 Offer damage assessment training for trained personnel annually. A28 Insure that the Department of Emergency Management has a complete Disaster Response flan and that it is annually reviewed and revised. A29 Develop a plan for using school busc:s-tud public transportation to move people to shelters. 7 A30 Identify critical businesses and public services and ensure their continued operation during a disaster. DISEASE EP'fDElvii.C Tier I DE1 Develop a public education program that informs people of the appropriate means for reducing the spread of disease. nE2 Develop appropriate caches of rnedical supplies, medications and vaccines to respond to disease epidemics. DE3 Establish a pool of personnel to support an increased demand for medical services and the attrition of regular staff at medical facilities during and epidemic. DE4 Develop a community plan for responding to epidemics which includes an assessment of hospital bed availability. D15 Develop plans for it surge in the number of fatalities due to an epidemic. 71:6 Develop a plan for distributing medical supplies, medications and vaccines during an epidemic which takes into account those who cannot get to medical facilities. Dr7 Educate first responders and health care providers about how to respond to specific diseases. D ROUGJ-T.r Tier I D1 . Deepen wells in which static water level is close to intake pipe. D2 Utilizing appropriate land use and building plans and regulations protect aquifer recharge areas and wetlands. D3 :Promote water charge rebates or other incentives for drip irrigation of landscape, limiting lawn sizes and using drought tolerant native plants. 8 D4 Investigate the adoption of a structured residential water rate system that lowers rates for low usage and raises rates for higher usage. D5 Create a public education campaign on w' ater conservation for delivery at schools, churches, businesses, public media sites, and other venues. DG Explore the potential for using gray water for irrigation. D7 Expand fire safety planning and mitigation activities in areas vulnerable to drought. D8 Support the Department of Fish and Wildlife's efforts to mitigate drought impact on wildlife. EARTHQUAKE Tier 1 El Inventory all un-reinforced masonry building, bridges and other structures for earthquake vulnerability. E2 Encourage the retrofit of all vulnerable structures. E3 Ensure that all hazardous materials storage facilities are earthquake res is to ti t. ki:4 Ensure that all critical public facilities are earthquake resistant. ]"a Implement the Washington State Department of Emergency Management's public education program about the potential for earthquakes and response during an earthquake emergency. EG Develop contingency plans for accepting evacuees from other locations. E7 Adopt earthquake resistant construction techniques in local plans and ordinances in geologically sensitive areas. .C8 Utilizing local plans and ordinances minimize development in areas of steep slopes and highly erodible soils. Per 2 E,9 Develop procedures for cooperation between area building departments for post-disaster damage assessment and.rebuilding. 9 FLOOD Tier l F1 Provide an early warning system on streams with the most potential for flood damage to structures. F2 Create local incentives to encourage stream bank protection using vegetation to reduce turbidity and floating debris. F3 Require that new culverts on all major roads are able to pass a 100-year flood. F4 Provide protection for bridge abutments. :l{ S Require clearance for a 100-year flood on all new bridges. F6 Ensure all ha7mrdous materials storage,tanks arc secure from flooding. F7 Protect all public water and sewage facilities from flooding. F8 Update all flood insurance rate maps. F9 Notify all homes and businesses in flood prone areas of the possible risk. F10 Disseminate a public education program about flood risk and property protection. F1,1 Evaluate all existing building and planning codes for flood protection and modify to ensure the reduction of repetitive flood losses. l42 Ensure that existing building codes reduce hillside runoff. F1.3 Prevent the manipulation of streams that might cause downstream flooding utilizing effective code enforcement. x14 Require on-site water retention for new development- F15 Protect natural flood storage areas such as wetlands from development. .16 Encourage communities to be involved in the Flood Insurance Community Rating System. F17 Promote buyouts of repetitive loss properties in flood prone areas. Ter 2 10 F.18 Stockpile sandbags and sand at strategic locations that are prone to flooding. HAZA DOUS THATERTALS :UNCIDENT Tier.1. :1:1;1111 Identify and secure all hazardous materials storage locations from natural and human caused hazards. EN12 Review and enforce all local, state and national regulations on the transport of hazardous materials. Tier 2 W V13 Create a system for public notification of an incident and where to.go to avoid exposure. MN14 Create a public education program to inform. citizens of the dangers of hazardous materials releases and how to respond.. 1. N15 Develop hazardous materials response drills for businesses and homes located near sites or routes that might contain hazardous materials. LANDSLIDE Tier 1 L1 Restrict building in areas of potential landslides. L2 Encourage the use of walls; vegetation and other techniques, retrofit areas to prevent landslides. L3 Conduct geological studies analysis using available data to determine areas of potential slides. L4 :Require geo-technical analysis of all building sites in potential landslide areas and require appropriate mitigation. L5 Regularly monitor all potential landslide areas. LG Inform people in landslide areas of the potential hazard. II L7 Identity possible alternate transportation routes in case of a landslide. L8 Inform property owners of measures they can take to reduce landslides. SEVERE STORM, Tier I SS1 Encourage tree trimming on public and private property. SS2 Encourage the use of alternative generators but only with proper education about their, use. SS3 Establish priority reconnects with local utility companies. SS4, 'Recommend backup generators at all critical facilities. SS5 Support the continuation of an early warning system for storms utilizing current meteorological data. SS6 Encourage the reinforcement of all infrastructure and utilities to withstand a severe storm. SS7 Encourage the continued development of underground utility lines. TERRORISM AND CIVIL DISTI.MBAINC 't'ier I T1 Identify all critical facilities that may be vulnerable to terrorism and civil disturbance. T2 Assess the vulnerability of critical facilities to attach. T3 Barden all critical facilities from attack. fier 2 T4 Develdp training drills and exercises for businesses and homes in possible terrorist target areas. 12 TS Create a program for assessing, identifying, and limiting activities by local terrorist groups. T6 Develop a method for the public to notify authorities of possible suspicious activities. 'l'7 'E'nsure that all public safety agencies are adequately trained to recognize and respond to terrorist incidents. VOLCANO Tier I VI Inform the public about proper responses to protect themselves and proper clean-up procedures. V'2 Stockpile personal protection equipment and materials for distribution to the public. V3 'Provide information to those with lung diseases, parents with small children and others with respiratory risk with information to reduce physical problems. Tier .l. WFI Encourage citizens to create a defensible space around their homes. WF2 In cooperation with local tare districts, establish design and construction standards for wildland urban interface zones. WT13 Promote awareness of the need to carry fire fighting supplies when camping or working in fields and open rangeland. WF4 Cooperate with local schools to create a public education program on wildfire hazards. WFS :Require emergency access roads where necessary. NN T6 Require that new developments in wildland urban interface areas to provide at least two means of ingress/egress. NVF7 Support the.Virewise. program. 13 WF8 Using a fuels layer study, identify and prioritize those wild land urban interface zones at tnost risk. URBAN FL RE Tier 1 UFJ Insure that all public water supplies are adequate and have the appropriate pressure to suppress fires. U172 Require multiple water interconnects where there are multiple purveyors of eater. UF3 :Encourage free access to home fire alarms through schools, senior centers and other locations. UF4 Encourage the use of flashing fire alarms for the hearing impaired. UF5- Continue to support all fire safety programs including a family safety program on what to do.during a fire disaster. UF6 Monitor fire safety standards iit locations that handle flammable cargo. UF7 Ensure that all building codes meet fire prevention and evacuation standards. UF8 Support adequate public fire protection. UF9 Require smoke alarms in all new construction and educate citizens on maintaining them. UF10 Keep all fire hydrants free and clear of any landscaping or other obstruction. s. TJT1.1 Encourage the establishment of volunteer support programs for fire protection. UF.1.2 Clearly identify service-boundaries and storage facilities of all water purveyors for fire response agencies. l4 LOCATION, POPULATION, GEOGRAPHY AND GOVERNMENT Spokane County Spokane County has an area of 1,763 square miles, making it 19th in size; among the state's counties. Its population in 2005 was 436,300, largest of any county in eastern Washington and the fourth largest in the state. It is the eighth most densely populated county in the state, with 250 residents per square mile. However, the population density in the unincorporated portion of the county is 74 residents_per square mile. Spokane County's population grew about 16 percent during the 1990s, about tltrce quarters as fast as the state as a whole. Nearly three of every five new residents in the decade were people moving into the county (Hurand 2004). About half the residents live in the county's l I cities "Che small towns and cities represent 30,742 people. "t"hus, there is a large population that lives in the unincorporated portion of the county (see Table 1 ' below). This figure was much larger prior to the creation of the City of Spokane Valley. The Washington State Office of Financial' Management's intermediate growth management population forecast for Spokane County predicts a 27% increase to 561,627 in 2025 (see Table 2 below). This is approximately the same rate at which the state's population is predicted to grow. TABLE 1 2005 COUNTY POPULATION BY PLACE Place Population _ Total Count 436,300 Ci of Spokane 198,700 City of Spokane Valle 85,010 Other Towns and Cities 30,742 Unincorporated Count 121,848 Source: Washington State Office of Financial Management Spokane County is rectangular, except for a jagged northwest corner (see Figure 1.). Pend Oreille and Stevens Counties provide its northern boundary, hicoln County its western boundary, W]litnlan County its southern boundary, and the State of Idaho its eastern boundary. . Spokane County's terrain is varied. The northern county is forested and rugged. Mount Spokane, the highest point in the county, is 5,878 feet. The southeast county is a rich agricultural area among fertile Palouse soils. The southwest county has channeled scablands rock outcroppings and big lakes. Much of this region is part of the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge. 15 The county has two rivers. The Little Spokane River flows south from Pend Oreille County to the Spokane River in the center of the county. The Spokane R-iver, outlet for Coeur d'Alene Lake, flows west from l:daho into central Spokane County and through the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley. The river turns to the northwest, joining the Little Spokane River at the northwestern boundary of the county, eventually emptying into the Columbia River. TABLE 2 SPOKANE COUNTY POPULATION . 1960 TO 2025 (Note: 2005 to 2025 figures are forecasts) Year Population 1960 278 ,333 1965 277,200 1970 287,487 1975 304,300 1980 341,835 1985 351;417 1990 361,333 1995 400 538 . 2000 417,939 2005 436,300 2010 466,477 2015 496 981 2020- 529,958 2025 561,627 Source: Washington state office of Financial Management Spokane County is the economic hub of the area known as the inland Northwest. N46dical services is the largest economic sector in the county. It also has strong and diversified manufacturing, wholesale trade and finance sectors. Other functidns include a large agricultural community and a strong retail-trade and services sector. The City of Spokane is the retail trade and services hub, and a regional center for arts and entertainment. Spokane County is also the home of Fairchild Aix force Base, the home of, a refueling tanker unit, located in the western part of the county. Spokane County is.governed by a three person Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The Commissioners are the legislative.body of the county. They approve all ordinances and plans including this mitigation plan. All plans are administered by designated agencies of the county government. Actions defined in-the plan for the unincorporated sections of the county are assigned to appropriate agencies. 16 Spokame -County c 0 1 2 $ s a a v 0 u Wa ITN AN GVV WY r l tgure l tMU on dib Dye's: TTC9 d.7a is a.:.~pOit~ Ot Tact auyfztH~ dxA IAyW6 am is fim7,tr trf t:acr zr4 m o oc to it: aty ar:IhP gra+*~ l➢:c ""Mho d Sourc.lek Spokrn Ccudy ~apnk:lMutr..~rn ~yt'ba9 uM 1.90 Words wdb ttwo%o: siu-M tnd :1l sirpcdl= we criml rd b vL•91y low imc c.4 L*w VLaut oMo famins dnyclbd in tl,& d. to 1+11D {Rodl.BC Ny. 7" 17 City of Spokane With a population o.f. 198,700, the City of. Spokane is the largest city in the county and the second largest by population in the state. Geographically, the City of Spokane occupies the central core of the county and straddles the Spokane River. The heart of downtown Spokane was the traditional meeting and fishing grounds of local Native Americans and begone the center of urban development in the late 1800's. The original townsite grew from approximately 1.5 square miles to its current 59.82 square miles expanding in all directions to rise up above the valley floor and occupying hills to the north, east, south arid west. The city is highly urbanized. The population density of the city is 3321 residents per square mile. The City of Spokane was incorporated on November 29, 1881 and has experienced several changes in its form of local goverrunent. Mbst recently the citizens of Spokane voted to adopt a strong mayor form of government. Under this recent charter, the mayor is the Chief Executive Officer of die city. The seven member. City Council is the legislative body and has responsibility for approving all ordinances and plans including this mitigation plan. The mayor and the various agencies are responsible for the executing the plan. City of Spokane Valley The newly created City of Spokane Valley, incorporated March 30, 2003, is the second largest in the county. Its population 85,010 makes it the eight largest city in Washington. The City of Spokane Valley occupies much of the eastern central portion of, the county and contains lands that have been rapidly developing over the past three decades. It also sits astride of the Spokane River. The city contains 38.5 square miles of land and over 5000 businesses whose annual revenue is more than $56,000,000. Its population density is 2234 people per square mile, denser than the unincorporated areas of the county but not ,as dense as the City of Spokane. The City of Spokane Valley was incorporated as a Council-City Manager form of, government. The chair of the City Council acts as mayor. The City Council has the responsibility for adopting legislation and plans including this mitigation plan. The City Manager and the responsible city agencies are responsible for implementing the plan. The Planning Process Spokane County's All Hazard Planning Process began in the spring of 2002 with the Department of Emergency Management and several committee groups coordinating planning efforts to form the Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis (HIVA). Through their efforts, information was collected and hazards ranked based on probability and priority within the document. The document was then sent to the Spokane County 18 Commissioners and the City of Spokane in July of 2003. The document was approved by the commissioners. The City of Spokane accepted the document. Since the City of Spokane Valley was newly formed, they fell under Spokane County approval. The final updated Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis was completed in February of 2004. The process was placed on hold for various reasons until May 2005. The Department of Emergency Management enlisted the services of the urban and regional planning program at Eastern Washington University to complete the plan. In September 2005, a mitigation committee was formed represented by city and county departments, disciplines that support emergency services, and citizens throughout the county. Committee members represented the County and each of the participating cities. The Federal.{ mergency kfanagement Agency prefers, when possible, multi ,jurisdictional participation in local mitigation planning efforts. During the process, the Department of .Emergency Management contacted incorporated communities within the county to . ascertain their interest in being actively involved in the process. Most cities decided to not participate. The plan then focused on the three major areas: unincorporated Spokane County, the City of Spokane, and the City of Spokane Valley. The plan provides a process for communities in the county to participate in this plan in the maintenance section of the plan. Committee Process Information was distributed to all cities, towns, and county depaitnents within the Spokane area by the Department ofinergency Management coordinator, Darrell Ruby. Those that responded to the information were asked if they would be interested in adding their input for the ptu-pose of creating a community wide mitigation plan. The All Hazards Mitigation Committee met with the consultants for the first time on September 30, 2005. The members of the Committee and their affiliations'are listed in Table 3 below. At the first meeting, Darrell Ruby, the county's mitigation project director, introduced Tom Matters, Deputy Director of,rmergency Management and Fred Hurand, FAJCP, planning consultant. The committee members became acquainted with each other and were asked to identify any specific concerns they had about the mitigation project. The consultant discussed each concern or question at length. The Federal Emergency Management Agency's required planning process was reviewed and discussed. The Committee then established ground rules for conducting their meetings. These rules can be found in Appendix A along with the summary minutes of all of the Committee's meetings. The second meeting took place on October 26, 2005. New committee members introduced themselves. The Committee reviewed their mectuig rules and discussed methods involving the public in the process. lie Committee then reviewed die original list of hazards which affect the Spokane area and their rankings from the previous HIVA 19 Table 3 Spokane County All Hazards Mitigation Committee Eastern Washington University, Chair Urban and Regional Dr Fred Hurand Planning Department Ardele Steele Eastern Washington University, Graduate Student Megan Gunning Eastern Washington University, Graduate Student Tom Matter City/County Department of Emergency Management Darrell Ruby City/County Department of Emergency Management Marty Best WA State Mitigation John VanSant Spokane Regional.l:-Iealth District Cdward Lewis Chair, IEFCA Peter Cheney City of Spokane, Risk Management John i\4.ercer City of Spokane, Public Works Marina Sukup Spokane Valley, Community Development and Planning Tom Scholtens Spokane Valley, Building Official Ted Olsen WA Department of Ecology Gerry Gemmil Spokane County, Public Works R.andi Rich Avist'a Ian VonEssen Spokane County, GIS Chuck "14afner Spokane Valley, Citizen Dick Behm Spokane Valley, Citizen Michele Maher Spokane Valley, Chamber of Commerce Dr. Margaret Mortz Washington State University, :E.ngineering Jan Doherty Spokane.Fire - Publ is Education/ Special Needs Randy Benson Empire Health Services . Dave 4Vyrick Spokane County Sheriff. Department Gil Moberly Spokane Police ]department Cynthia.Dachtler Red Cross Lu Ann Stall Red Cross Joe Madsen Spokane.School District 81 `1`om Towey Spokane Community Oriented Police Effort Gary Richards Spokane Community Oriented Police Effort Micki 1=farnois City of Rockford Wade'Nelson City/County Department of Emergency Management Ross Kelley Spokane County-Engineer John Bottelli Spokane County, GIS David Pray Spokane County, UfS 20 committee. Table 4 indicates the committee's assessment of the type of hazard and the potential intensity and losses. The conunittee decided to-focus on seven different hazards both natural and technical. The committee moved on to review Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Categories for Goals. They discussed the inclusion of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) as a section in the plan and added it to the list. The committee then set mitigation goals. At the end of the meeting the consultants distributed comment sheets to the committee to distribute to citizens throughout the county. TABLE 4 HAZARD EVALUATION Type of llazard Probability Estimated Losses Flood Low to Moderate Moderate Wildfire Moderate to High Moderate to High Volcano Low to Moderate Moderate Severe Local Stona Moderate to High Moderate Earthquake Moderate Moderate Drought Low to Moderate Moderate Landslide Low Low Terrorism Low Low Hazardous Material Low to Moderate Moderate to 1•ligh Urban Fire Moderate Low Civil Disturbance L.ow to Moderate Low to Moderate The third meeting took place on Nlovember 16., 2005. The committee discussed the outcome of-the process to date and rank ordered the list of hazards (See Appendix A). Utilizing the goals, the Committee created plan objectives related to FEMA's five main mitigation categories. The Committee discussed and gave permission to the consultants to adjust the objectives and finalize the goals before the next meeting. The committee was than asked to think of different action statements that would fit each of the areas. of the plan. They were to then email their suggestions. to the consultants. The fourth meeting was on January 19, 2006. The Committee spent the evening reviewing action statements that had been entailed to the consultants prior to the meeting and correcting and adding to these statements. The committee gave the consultants the responsibility for moving any statements that appeared to be associated with more than one hazard to an all hazards category and to add any additional statements they felt necessary. The Committee then discussed how it might involve citizens hi the review of the action statements and the draft plan. Tt was agreed that public officials should be notified first of any actions to be taken. The consultants were asked to prepare alternative possibilities for community participation. The fifth meeting on February 15t' started with a review of the ground rules followed by the consultants answering a series of questions on the action statements. The consultants reviewed a PowerPoint presentation that could be used with an action statements questionnaire to be distributed at various public venues. The committee discussed the 21 next step in the community participation process and decided on the following goals for the process: Education, Informing, Collecting Opinions on actions, and Validation. The committee discussed venues for participation and identified different events for distributing the questionnaire. The consultants left copies of the questionnaire and the PowerPoint presentation with the Department of Emergency Management for Committee members to use to promote the program. The sixth meeting on March 16`t' began with a review of participation requirements in regards to venues and materials. The Committee reviewed each action statement to identify who would be the major player for each action, in what time frame it should occur and what might be available resources for completing the action The seventh meeting was held on April 20'h. The Committee reviewed comments on their goals, objectives and actions by the state mitigation officer and decided to leave their action statements in their plan and split the actions into actions that could be funded by mitigation grants and those that needed other resources. Suggestions for improvement were discussed with the committee. The committee then reviewed actions statements in small, groups. Each group added information to address "Who", "When", and "Resources" for each action statement. The next meeting was on May 25. The consultants and a staffmember from the County's GIS office reviewed maps and technical information that would be contained in the plan. The results of the action questionnaire were presented to the committee for their review. Additional questionnaires were given to the consultant for compilation. The committee met again on June 22 to review a (first draft- of the plan. The plan had been distributed by email to all committee members prior to the meeting. The committee then discussed possible dates for presenting the plan to elected officials prior to having the plan available to the public and hold'ung a public meeting. tan July 20, the committee met to review the final draft of the plan and discuss presentation of the plan to their individual legislative body. They also reviewed the lead and supporting agencies, the time frame and the resources for each action statement. Dr. Ilurand and Mr. Ruby were given the responsibility for revising these and for emailing the results to the committee for review before the final draft document was distributed. Times and dates were set for presenting the plan to the legislative bodies. A date, location and time were set for a public meeting. The committee subsequently then assisted Mr. Ruby with presentations to the legislative bodies. Citizen Participation During the early stages of the process, committee members distributed comment sheets to citizens 41 the county. A copy of the comment sheet is included in the Appendix B. These comment sheets served as one of the foundations for developing the actions statements. 22 'rhe draft action statements were compiled into a four part questionnaire. The questionnaire gave citizens the opportunity to suggest which actions were most important. These questionnaires were then distributed to groups by several members if the committee. The tabulation of the results is contained iii the Appendix C. Presentations about the plan were made before public meetings of the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the City Councils of -the City of Spokane and City of Spokane Valley.These presentations were made on July 24, 2006 to the Spokane City Council at a public meeting that was televised on the local government channel; July 25, 2006 to a public meeting before the BOCC, and at a public meeting for the Spokane Valley City Council on August 15, 2006. All public meetings afforded the opportunity to the public to comment on the plan or contact the committee for later comment. . During July and August of 2006, copies of the plan were available for citizen review in local libraries, at the Department of Emergency Services and on the County's website. I xtensivc advertising was made in local newspapers (adds ran in the Spokesman Review on Sunday, August 20, 2006 and Tuesday August 22, 2006) and in public announcements on radio (see Appendix E). A public meeting was held on August 24, 2006 at Spokane City/County Emergency Operations Center to allow for community comment on the plan. These comments were used to revise the plan. Technical :Data Collection and Analysis The consultant tear reviewed the original HIVA data and analysis Concurrently with planning for the Committee meetings. All current flans and ordinances adopted by each local government were also reviewed. The discussion of the individual hazards below includes data from this HIVA and any additional data available from more recent studies, plans and records. Risk analysis provides the basis for assessing which naturat and human caused hazards have the greatest potential for occurrence in Spokane County. The Committee identified the following hazards for inclusion in the plan: Disease I)rQught o Earthquake Flood 0 1-lazardous Materials Incident Landslide Severe :Local Storm Terrorism /Civil Disturbance o Volcano o Wildland Fire a Urban fire 23 Assessor's data, along with the Spokane County Geographic Inforrhation System, provided maps and data to assist in assessing vulnerability and risk. FEMA's FIAZUS program was used to create infomiation for earthquakes. For other hazards comparisons were made between hazard maps from the county GIS and other sources and maps of the location of properties at risk for each hazard. Coupling this data with the assessor's information established a.value for at risk properties. Critical Facilities inventory To compile a list of the critical facilities in Spokane County, data was collected from a variety of sources. Each fire and school district, utility purveyors, cowity government and other agencies were asked to list their critical facilities, their locations and their replacement costs. In some cases, the reporting from these agencies was spotty. These agencies requested that the information be kept confidential. The addresses of the critical facilities were given to Spokane County G.IS department who developed an overlay map of the critical facilities. This neap was compared with Spokane County heard maps in order to identify which critical facilities are located in hazardous are~is. To maintain confidentiality, the risk to these facilities is presented generically without giving location or estimated replacement costs. These data are presented by broad planning areas. This list of critical facilities resides with Department of. Emergency Management for their evaluation. The plan below first presents the goals and objectives of the plan. This is followed by the all hazards action statements. Next; each individual hate, and is identified and Spokane County's history of experience with the hazard. Then the relative risk to people and property is described followed by specific action steps directed at the hazard. The final sections describe and ongoing process of updating the plan and the means for analyzing the benefits and costs associated with tie action statements. 24 SPOKANE COUNTY MITIGATION PLAN OVERARCHING GOAL The major goal of the Spokane County All Hazard Mitigation Plan is to reduce or eliminate the risks to life and property, encourage long term reduction of vulnerability and save lives and reduce costly property damage due to natural and/ or human caused hazards. GOALS Ai\TD OW-ECTIVVES ,isted below are Spokane County's all hazards mitigation goals, objectives and actions compiled by the All Hazards N.itigation Committee from citizen participation; and their work and accompanying technical information. These goals and objectives apply to all three jurisdictions: the unincorporated area of Spokane County, the City of Spokane and the City of Spokane Valley. 1'REVE,N7101V • Reduce the risks associated with natural and human caused hazards. • Create and maintain a system that evaluates natural and human caused hazards and their potential for risk to life, health, and property. • Eucoura a public and private cooperation in disaster mitigation planning. • Work to insure that all local land development plans and regulations lessen the impact of potential hazard and human caused disasters. Objectives o Develop a continuously revised data base that identifies and objectively prioritizes natural and human caused hazards. o Establish a consistent method for collecting and comparing data about all hazards. o Educate the public about hazard risks, avoidance and mitigation. o Ensure that there is consistency and coordination between critical areas plans, policies and regulations and behveen jurisdictions. o Continue to work to reduce financial and social impacts of disasters through prevention. o Identify gaps in potential response and protection activities and find resources to close these gaps. o .1_mplement an emergency communication system to compliment other early- Nvarning systems such as NOAA's. 25 PR O.PER TY P.R O TECTION • Protect critical public facilities and infrastructure from possible damage do to hazards. Deduce the impact of hazards on the built environment. Objectives o Encourage and support defensible space and preventive construction practices. o Promote the use of appropriate hazard resistance structural methods for buildings. o Promote individual and family planning for individual property protection and mitigation. o Work with municipal staff, elected officials and developers to review land use ordinauces and infrastructure codes to ensure that they include adegriate property protection. o Identify portions of the built environment that share common hazard vulnerability. o Identify and continue to improve the security of all essential critical facilities. o Promote personal fire protection plans. o Plan for adequate access and egress to properties for first responders and citizens. o Consider impacts of natural hazards on future land use. PVH,IIC F_.O IICATIONAND A WARENESS Insure that all citizens, including those with special needs, are aware of potential hazards and disaster preparedness. Objectives o Educate the public about hazard mitigation, preparedness and prevention. o T)evclop a disaster preparedness and rnitigation-public information prograrn to be disseminated by the rnedia, neighborhood groups, mail and school. o Promote personal responsibility for disaster preparedness and mitigation. o Improve the public's understanding of the location and potential impacts of natural hazards. o Incorporate the needs of citizens with special needs into all aspects of planning to include transportation and other requirements. o Promote disaster preparedness and rnitigation in the public schools. o Create the opportunity for agencies and businesses to cooperate in communicating the need for disaster mitigation and preparedness. 26 o Recruit business, civic leaders and children's groups to participate in communicating the need disaster mitigation and preparedness. NATURA lzkSOURCES Balance natural resource preservation with life, property and safety protection. Objectives o . Advocate "best management" practices for development to reduce potential losses-from disasters. 0 Reduce conflicts between high intensity land uses and natural ha~.ards. o Promote environmentally conscious aquifer protection regulations. o Maintain the natural systems that provide flood protection, i.e., shorelines and wetlands. o Restrict development in critical areas where hazards exist. o Promote projects that mitigate impacts on the environment. EMERGENCY SRR VICES Insure effective and efficient emergency response and recovery capabilities to reduce the loss of life and property during and after .a disaster through mitigation actions. Establish and maintain a reliable communications system between public responders and with the general public during a disaster. Incorporate the needs of citizens with special needs into all aspects of planning to include transportation and other requirements. Objectives o Work towards the county-wide distribution of emergency supplies. o Continue to develop a registry of people who have special needs. o Pre-deploy emergency supplies to various geographic locations. o Implement and develop a joint information plan for the Emergency Operations Center. o Share communication protocols between agencies. o Provide power back-up and system operability for critical infrastructure during a disaster. o Evaluate and update information on the capacity of food banks and shelters. o Promote neighborhood level disaster mitigation plans and coordinate these with city and regional plans. o Encourage National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration radio ownership. - o Ensure that all communications to the public is consistent. 27 o Develop effective mutual aid plans for all first responders. STRUCTURAL PROJECTS Y Support the building of structural projects that will significantly reduce the impact of hazards but that do not create additional environmental harm. Objectives o Adopt design standards for earthquakes, floods and winds. o lvaluate buildings, bridges, critical facilities and other structures for hazard resistance. o Implement retrofit projects for critical facilities as funding permits. o Promote backup ingress and egress for fvildland /urban interface zones. o Evaluate existing thoroughfares for potentially hazardous situations. o Identify any potential evacuation bottlenecks. o Identify potential impact of dam failures for potential risks to property and life. o Investigate incentives for developers and owners to upgrade existing buildings.. o Expedite approval. processes for projects that improve structural resistance to hazards. o Determine the need for residential flood mitigation through elevation, relocation, or acquisition. o Review hazardous materials transportation requirements. LVALUATIONAND 7MPLE1Y ENTATION O Support mitigation actions which can provide the best short and long-range benefits to the community to implement. Objectives o During the action selection phase of the planning process, a preliminary review of costs and benefits should be conducted. o During the implementation phase of the plan, any selected action will be thoroughly reviewed to insure that the benefits of the action will exceed its costs. 28 ACTIONS The actions statements listed below are the result of deliberation by the All Hazards Mitigation Committee. 'File Committee reviewed the data present in the hazard inventory and assessment for each hazard category. The selected actions were chosen after discussion about their technical, political and financial feasibility over several Committee meetings. The Committee discussed the financial feasibility of each action. The Committee included information from these financial discussions in the selection of the actions and the setting of the time frame for each action. They also established the procedure for more careful benefit/cost analysis at the time of for initiating each action that appears later in the plan. The action statement questionnaire provided guidance on community priorities. The final actions are those that the Committee felt could be accomplished given the time frame assigned to each action and its financial feasibility. Members of the Committee and the staff of the Department of Emergency Management presented the progress of the Committee on these actions to the'Board of County Commissioners and the City Councils of the City of. Spokane and the City of Spokane Valley and received permission to move ahead. ' The action statements begin with those actions which can apply to more than one hazard. Each individual hazard contains detailed information on hazard assessment, vulnerability and risk to each of tine participant communities. Each action is followed by the identification of the lead agency, supporting agencies, the time frame for completion and possible resources for completing the action. Any reference to local budgets in the resources area assumes that the activity would be programmed as part of the normal annual operating and capital budget process of any agency. In addition the action statements have been divided into two tiers. Tier i actions are those which directly mitigate the impacts of any hazards and may be eligible for FiFNWs Flazard Mitigation Grant Program. Tier 2 actions complement Tier 1 actions, are important to the plan and may be eligible for other sources of funding and have been selected to assist in reducing loss of life and destruction of facilities as well as assisting in recovery efforts. These actions apply to all three jurisdictions: unincorporated Spokane County, the City of Spokane and the City of Spokane Valley. ALL ]JAGARDS A.CI"[ONS Tier X Al If i.lizing Spokane County's GiS system, develop a hazards data base that identifies the potential location and estimates potential severity of all natural and human caused hazards. Lead Agency: Spokane County G1S 29 Supporting Agencies: Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley GIS and Spokane City/County Department of. Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, County and City Budgets, Participation from Data Collecting Agencies (i.e., Washington State Department of Natural Resources) A2 Publish hazard maps that are available to the community at libraries and other locations and on the county's website. Lead Agency: Spokane County GIS Supporting Agencies: Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley GIS, Spokane City/County Department o.f' mergency Management, Local Libraries Time Frame: Two years Resources: :Ha ard'Mitigation Grant Program, County and City Budgets, Local Real Estate and Development Organizations A3 'Using the hazards data base, upload data into IFE, LA's HAZUS sofhvare to continually monitor the risk to citizens and property. Lead Agency: Spokane County GIS Supporting Agencies: Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley GIS, Department of Emergency Management. Time Frame: Within the next two years and ongoing from there Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, County and City Budgets A4 In cooperation with local.schools, agencies and business organizations create a public education program to educate citizens and businesses about hazard risks, avoidance and mitigation. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Red Cross, Local School Districts, Business Organizations Time Frame: Ongoing 30 Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Red Cross, Local Budgets, I4LS Grants A5 Continue to monitor and review all development and building plans, policies and regulations to insure they include sections that address hazard mitigation. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning and Building; Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of ]"mergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing. Resources: Local Budgets A6 Using the media and other means, promote personal and business mitigation plans. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of )emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Red Cross Local Media Time Frame: Two to five years. Resources: Local Budgets, Local Support Organizations' Budgets (i.e., Red Cross) A7 Work with neighborhood groups to ere-ate neighborhood disaster mitigation plans. Lead Agencies: Spokane County/City'\eighborhood Programs (i.e., Block Watch, SCOPE, and Cop Shops) Supporting; Agency: Spokane Ciq,/County Department of Emergency Management, Red Cross Time ajrame: Two to Five Years. Resources: Hazard M:itigat'ion Grant Funds, City and County Budgets, Supporting Organizations Budgets Tier 2 31 A8 Fncourage all citizens to have a disaster kit which contains food, water, flashlights, batteries, battery operated radios and medications. .Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Red Cross Time Frame: Ongoing Tesources: Local Budgets, Cop Shops, Red Cross, CERT, Spokane County Regional Flealth, Local Media, Neighborhood Programs A9 ;l,stablish procedures for mobilizing heaNj equipment daring disasters. Lead Agency: Spokane County, Cities of Spokane County Public Works Departments. Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Spokane City and County Fire Districts. Business and Industry Subcommittee of Spokane County Disaster Council Time Frame: Two years. lesources: Local Budgets, Commercial Heavy Equipment sales, Private Reavy Equipment Companies, Military l7eserve and National Guard, City/County Road Departments, Private Citizens A10 Cdentify the location of disaster shelters and ensure the awareness of these locations 8vith first responders. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Red Cross, County Sheriffs Department, Spokane City and Spokane Valley Police Departments, Spokane Fire Department and County Fire Districts Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Rcd Cross, County and City Budgets All Erstablish procedures for providing provisions for shelters. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management 32 Supporting Agencies: Red Cross, Food .Banks Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Red Cross, City and County Budgets A12 Encourage the development of community emergency notification systems to inform public of potential problems. Dead Agency: Emergency Alerting System and Joint Public Safety Leadership Forum Supporting Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, Spokane Fire Department, Spokane County Fire Districts, Emergency Alerting System Committee Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: County and Local Budgets, SCOPE, Cop Shops A13 Include the requirements for special needs populations in the development of tiny early warning system. :Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff, Emergency Alert Steering Conunittee Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County *Dcpartenent oFEmergency Management, Special Nfeeds Committee of the Spokane County .Disaster.Committee, Local Media, Washington State Emergency Management Division Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Special Needs Grant Opportunities, Local Budgets A14 Include a plan for evacuating special needs populations as part of any evacuation planning process. Lead Agency:. Spokane City/CoIuity Department of 1-mergency Management Supporting Agencies: Special Needs Corrunittee of the Spokane County Disaster Committee, Spokane County Sheriff'Department, Cities of 33 Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, American Medical Response, Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management. Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets, Special Needs Population (grants A15 Promote reliable, compatible and redundant communication systems between disaster response agencies. Lead Agency: Spokane County Communication Committee Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Communications Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Communication Grants, Local Budgets A16 Support the continuation of table top drills, field exercises and other training for response personnel. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Spokane County Regional Health District, Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, City of Spokane fire Department, County Fire Districts Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security and Other Grants A17 Develop a multi-hazards evacuation plan. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Organized Neighborhood Committees, Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Two to Five Years 34 Resources: Local Law Enforcement Budgets, Neighborhood Committees A18 Inform the public, including special needs populations, of evacuation plans and routes. Lead Agency: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, County and City Neighborhood Programs Supporting Agencies: Special Needs Committee of the Spokane County :Disaster Committee, Spokane County Disaster Committee, Local Media 'I"ime Frarne: Two t0 k ive Years Resources: Local Law Enforcement Budgets, Special Needs Grants A19 Create a website to allow citizens to communicate with each other during a disaster. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and,Spokane Valley Webmasters Tune Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets A20 Involve the Spokane Disaster Council, Fire Disaster Council, and Public Safety Forum in all hazard, preparations. Lead Agencies: Spokane Disaster Council, Fire Disaster Council, and Public Safety Forum Support Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Planning Grants 35 A21 Cooperate with local media to prepare messages that will assist the public in responding to disasters. Lead Agency: Incident Commanders at Disasters Supporting Agencies: Public Information Officers of the Spokane County Sheriff' Department and. Cities of Spokanc and Spokane Valley Police Departments, City of Spokane Fire Department, County Fire Districts, Spokane Regional Health, Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Incident Commanders Training Programs, Local Budgets, Local Media A22 Prepare procedures and sites for decontamination. Lead Agency: Spokane City Fire HAZIMAT Supporting Agencies: Spokane County Regional Health District, City of Spokane Fire Department and Spokane County Fire Districts, Washington State Department of Transportation, Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets A23 Use traffic simulations to predict evacuation problems and plan for these problems. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley road and Street Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State University, Spokane Regional Transportation Council, Washington State Department of Transportation Time Frame: Ongoing 36 Resources: Grant Funding, Local .Budgets Ala Create a method for pareuts to reach their children at school during disaster emergencies. Responsible Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, City of Spokane :M ire Departinent, County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Local School Districts, Educational Service District 101, Department of Emergency Management 'rime Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Agency Budgets A25 . Cooperate with local school districts to prepare plans for school evacuation or shelter in-pace. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Local School Districts, Educational Service District 101, Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Agency Budgets A26 Develop a post-disaster debris management program. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works and Waste Management Departments Time Frame: Two to hive Years Resources: Local Budgets, Post Disaster Grant Funds A27 Offer damage assessment training;' for trained personnel annually. 37 Lead Agencies: Spokane Countyand Cities of. Spokane and Spokane Valley Building Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of.Emergency Management, Washington State Emergency Management Division Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local and State Training Budgets A28 Insure that the Pepartment of Emergency Management has a complete Pisaster Response Plan and that it is annually reviewed and revised. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of. Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local:l3udget A29 Develop a plan for using school buses and public transportation to move people to shelters. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Local School Districts, Spokane City/County Department af. Emergency Management, Spokane Transit Authority Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Planning and Transportation Grants, Local Budgets A30 Identify critical businesses and public services and ensure their continued operation during a disaster. Lead Agency: Business and Industry Subcommittee of. Spokane County Disaster Committee Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Spokane County Sheriff Department and _ Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments 38 'l'ime Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Business Organizations, Local Budgets INDIVIDUAL HAZARDS INFECTIOUS DIS f ;ASE E;l'EDEIWICS ,Ristory An epidemic is the outbreak of disease beyond its background rate. There are many agents, e.g., bacteria and viruses that cause infectious digeases in humans. Many of the agents of public health importance that cause disease in humans are or originally were animal diseases, e.g., plague, anthrax, tularemia, The various human influenza A viruses, which circulate year round and which are a common source of seasonal epidemics around the world, were all originally wild bird viruses Some of these seasonal viruses, the "A" type viruses, resulted in influenza pandemics when they first inflected humans decades ago. Influenza is one of the oldest and most fatal diseases known to mankind. An influenza pandemic is a worldwide epidemic caused by a new human influenza A virus, one which has not been seen in human populations before. The 1918-1919 influenza pandemic, know as the "Great Pandemic," resulted in the deaths of an estimated 40-50 million people worldwide - more than 500,000 in the United States alone. The "Asian Influenza" of 1957 swept over the world quickly and resulted in 70,000 fatalities in America. [n 1968, the "Hon„ Kong Influenza" resulted in 34,000 deaths in the United States. Although that may not sound like much compared to the average 36,000 persons that have died in recent flu seasons, the seasonal. death rate from flu in 1968 was half of what it is today. Every spring, the World Health Organization makes predictions for the flu strains most likely to circulate in the coming flu season, and advise as to the composition of the new vaccine. Even with this kind of advance warning, influenza epidemics have the potential to pose serious risk to health and economies. Epidemiologists expect outbreaks from new viruses, such as the recent experience with SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome), to become more common in the future. There are other types and sources of epidemics as well. Although less likely, biological weapons are a potential source of epidemics. Tile biological weapons at the forefront of disaster planning include anthrax, smallpox, tularemia, viral hemorrhagic fever, and toxins, but it must be remembered that common food- and water-borne disease organisms (e.g., Salmonella and E. coli 0157::147) are more readily available, and outbreaks of such can also cause significant social and economic disruption. The theoretical mortality for a population of 500,000, the approximate size of Spokane County, in the face of 50 kg of a biologic agent in aerosol form is as follows: anthrax., 95,000 dead; tularemia, 35,000 dead; typhus, 19,000 dead. Obviously, the severity of an epidemic due to bioterrorism could be significant, but the likelihood of impact on this 39 scale is significantly diminished by the technological and meteorological complexities of a successful release, as well as other negating factors. Food- and water-borne illnesses also pose a risk for epidemics. The frequency of serious gastrointestinal illness is 34 percent above what it was in 1948, according to the-Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Every year 5,000 deaths, 325,00,0 hospitalizations, and 76 million illnesses are attributed to food borne illness. Contamination of public water systems also results in disease outbreaks. Avian :Influenza: Current Situation Avian influenza A (115NI) is an influenza A virus subtype, the primary hosts of which are wild water fowl. In their usual hosts, this virus produces little or no illness. In contrast, in domestic birds, e.g., chickens, this virus is highly contagious and often deadly. Outbreaks of H5N11 among poultry are ongoing in countries within Asia, Europe and Africa. '%Vhile.l.45INT1 does not usually infect people,-human eases of 1451N] infection associated with these outbreaks have been reported. Most.of these cases have occurred from direct or close contact with uifected poultry or contaminated environments; however, several eases of human-to-human spread of H5N1 virus, although still rare, have now occurred. Despite the low incidence of 145N1 infection in humans, and because all influenza viruses have the ability to change, scientists are concerned that the H5N1 virus will one day develop mutations that could enable it to infect humans and spread easily'from one person to another. If transformed, the new human influenza A virus, would pose a great risk to the population worldwide, and an influenza could begin. Experts from around the world are watching the 1 .5*NT1 situation in Asia and Europe very closely and are preparing for the possibility that the virus may begin to spread more easily from person to person. In 1997 the first cases of H5Nl in domestic birds were seen in Hong Kong, resulting in the killing of every chicken in this city:. The next sighting of 1451\11 occiun-ed during August to October 2004, when sporadic human cases of avian influenza A (H.5N 1) were reported in Vietnam and Thailand. Beginning in'December 2004, a resurgence of poultry outbreaks and human cases were•reported in Vietnam. On February 2, 2005, the first of four human cases of 1-15N1 infection from Cambodia were reported, and on July 21, 2005, the first human case in Indonesia was reported. - Tndoncsia continued to report human cases from August 2005 through February 2006. Thailand reported new human cases of H5N1 uT October, November, and December 2005, and Vietnam reported new human cases in November 2005. China reported the country's first confirmed human cases in NNTovember 2005 and continued to report human cases in December 2005 and 'inta 2006. "Turkey reported the country's first confirmed human cases on January 5, 2006 and has continued to report human cases. The first 40 confirmed human infection with avian influenza A (1-15111) in Iraq was reported on February 2, 2006. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Preparing for public health threats is a high priority.at the Spokane Regional Health District. Concerns about pandemic influenza have led health officials around the globe to recommend that each comnumity plan to minimize the affects of a future pandemic. Global and local planning assumptions are based primarily on the influenza pandemic of 1918/1919. Communities of all sizes across the nation will be affected by any Picture pandemic. When an influenza pandemic occurs, there will be almost universal susceptibility to the new human influenza A virus that emerges. Pandemics can result in as much as 30 percent of a population becoming infected. Phulning muss account for this. Communities must also be prepared for the likelihood that half of those infected will seek medical care and that 2.5% of illnesses will result in death, either directly'due to the virus itself, because of secondary bacterial pneumonia or other complications. Based on these estimates, in Spokane County (population 436,300) alone; an influenza pandemic could result into 130,890 infections, 66,570 of which would seek medical care and 3,300 would die. If distributed.by population proportion through the three major jurisdictions covered by this plan, the unincorporated areas of. Spokane County can expect 36,554 infections and 914 deaths. The City of Spokane would experience 59,610 infections and 1490 deaths and the City of Spokane Valley, 25,503 infections with 638 deaths. Bank buildings, power stations and other critical physical infrastructure would be unaffected. But, the critical personnel necessary to maintain and operate them may be unavailable, either directly due to influenza infection, or for other reasons, including f-rrnily care and fear. Adding to this impact will be the worried well, who historically seek help in a ratio of ten worried well to every one person actually affected reducing the work force needed to maintain these facilities. Since the. disease is not location specific, one would expect the outbreak to affect all jurisdictions within the county. IaiSEAS I :li:l~'IDE'A(C ACTIONS Pier T DEI Develop a public education program that informs people of the appropriate means for reducing the spread of disease. 41 Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Federal and State Information Programs DE2 Develop appropriate caches of medical supplies, medications and vaccines to respond to disease epidemics. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Supporting Agencies: =Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Tune Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, 'Federal and State Programs Tier 2 DE3 Establish a pool of personnel to support an increased demand for medical services and the attrition of regular staff at medical facilities during and epidemic. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Local and Regional Hospital Disaster Committee Time Frame: Two to.Five Years Resources: Local Budgets :I~E4 Develop a community plan for responding to epidemics which includes an assessment of hospital bed availability. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District 'rime Frame: Two to live Years Resources: Local Budgets 42 DES Develop plans for a surge in the number of fatalities due to an epidemic. Lead Agency: Spokane County:Medical Examiner Supporting Agency: Spokane .Regional Health District Time frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets DE6 Develop a plan for distributing medical supplies, medications and vaccines during an epidemic which takes into account those rvho cannot get to medical facilities. Head Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets DE7 Educate first responders and health care providers about how to respond to specific diseases. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional kdealth District Supporting Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, City of Spokane Fire :Department, County Fire Districts Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets OROUGUT Drought is a condition of climatic dryness that is severe enough to reduce soil moisture and water below the minimum necessary for sustaining plant, animal, and human life systems. The severity of drought is measured by the Palmer Index in a range of 4 (extremely wet) to -4 (extremely dry). The Palmer Index incorporates temperature, precipitation, evaporation and transpiration, runoff and soil moisture when designating the degree of drought. 43 There is some disagreement over the primary meteorological causes of drought. Theories include sunspots, volcanic dust, land alterations, ocean currents, and atmospheric pollutants. Drought affects water levels for use by industry, agriculture and individual consumers. Water shortages affect fire fighting capabilities through reduced flows and pressures. Drought also affects power production. Much of Washington State's power is produced by hydro-electric dams. When water levels drop, electric companies cannot produce enough power to meet demand and are forced to buy electricity from other sources. It is often difficult to recognise a drought before being in the middle of it. Droughts do not occur spontaneously, they evolve over time as certain conditions are met. Therefore; it is difficult to measure the losses and gains due to a drought. The most direct impact of drought is economic rather than loss of life or immediate destruction of property. Droughts impact individuals, the agricultural industry, and other related sectors..I:or example, a lack of snow-pack has forced ski resort's into bankruptcy. Additionally, there is increased danger of wild land fires associated with most droughts. Millions of board feet of timber have been lost, and in many cases, erosion occurred which caused serious damage to aquatic life, irrigation, and power production by heavy silting of streams, reservoirs, and rivers. Often times, drought is accompanied by extreme heat. When temperatures reach 90 degrees and above, people are vulnerable to surnstroke;heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Pets and livestock are also vulnerable to heat=related hnjuries. Crops can be vulnerable as well. In past Washington state droughts, wheat has been scorched, apples have sunburned and peeled and yields were significantly lessened. History The Washington State Legislature in 1989 gave permanent drought relief authority to the Department of. )ecology and enabled them to issue orders declaring drought emergencies. Nearly all areas of the state are vulnerable to drought. The area in Central Washington just east of the Cascades is particularly vulnerable. In every drought, agriculture is adversely impacted, especially in non-irrigated areas such as dry land farms and rangelands. Droughts-impact individuals (farm owners,- tenants, and farm laborers), .the agricultural industry, and other agriculture-related sectors. Problems of domestic and municipal water supplies are historically corrected by building another reservoir, a larger pipeline, a new well, of some other facility. Short-term measures, such as using large capacity water tankers to supply domestic potable water, have also been used. As a result of droughts, agriculture uses new techniques. Federal and state governments play an active role in developing new water projects and soil conservation programs. RCW 43.83B.400 and Chapter 173-66 WAC pertain to drought relief. 44 .Drought increases the danger of forest and wildland fires. Nfiltions of board feet of timber have been lost. Loss of forests and Lives increases erosion causing serious damage to aquatic life, irrigation, and power development by heavy silting of streams, reservoirs, and rivers. Low stream flows have created high temperatures, oxygen depletion, disease, and lack of spawning areas for our fish resources. Better forest fire protection teclutiques decrease total acreage burned: Progress is made in dealing with the impact of droughts through proper management of water resources. Drought infonrnation collection assists in the formulation of programs for future water- short years. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability High quality agricultural soils exist in portions of southern and western Spokane County (see Figure 2).. These areas of the county sustain dry land crops such as wheat that are dependent upon moisture through the winter and spring and dry and conditions in the summer. In 2001, 2258 or 1% of Spokane County's workers were employed in agriculture earning $18,861,000 or 1"/o.o£the total income for workers in the county (NIIP 2006). While Spokane County does experience droughts, on the whole, they are mild and do not cause damage to the area. The last drought occurred in 2001. Damage was minor. There were no threats to any critical facilities. Thus, the economic impact of a minor drought would have little effect on the county's economy. however, drought also increases the probability of wildland fires. This hazard is discussed in a subsequent section. Thus, the likelihood of severe hardship do to drought in Spokane County is small. Crop losses would more than likely be isolated to the southern and, western portions of the county. The two cities could experience water shortages. Additional actions for local water districts are contained in Appendix D and can*be utilized if and when these jurisdictions adopt the plan. D'ROUGH "T ACT1.O NS Tier] 01. Deepen wells in which static water level is close to intake pipe. Lead Agencies: Spokane City Water *,Department Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, Public Works Grants 45 D2 Utilizing appropriate land use and building plans and regulations protect aquifer recharge areas and wetlands. :Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning and Building Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology, Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning Departments Time frame: Ongoing 46 Spokane County Prime n ,,.ricurrural r an& PEIM OT.EELL'a COl1NTT Figure 2 0 1 2 A WMM==>: 'AEI ITMAN COt1W7Y Ntt: on data Wyln: 114 dtL q c cwpv:gb VI I e^l ar~~;b' G4V luyr. err! c Wtad by *Ww or.] %mL. as to ie awirwycn t: a gote4 U'.etI: mmi:idod 9euresC.1:5p: i ►ana Lat rCi Gangr4"i Ir&r.=Iixt Sy04ma Yril hpyl dMU:lWdi IM"I MMdl vl WtVVy usd dle clvTs ate mrsled to w-t!i IDMicAs Wt :ea gateed of be NJ:uac &,ktoe enW dea Map rtudr,w My. 1005. 47 Resources: State and Local *.Budgets D3 Promote water charge rebates or other incentives for drip irrigation of landscape, limiting lawn sizes and using drought tolerant naive plants. Lead Agencies: Spokane City Water Department Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, Demonstration Grants D4 fnvestigate the adoption of a structured residential water rate system that lowers rates for low usage and raises rates for higher usage. Lead Agencies: Spokane City Water Department Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology :Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants D5 Create a public education campaign on water conservation for delivery at schools, churches, businesses, public media sites, and other venues. Lead Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Lmergency Management Supporting Agencies: Washington Statc Department of Ecology, School Districts, City of Spokane Water Department, Spokane County Water Districts Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Washington State Department of E-cology Outreach Education, Washington State Water Conservation, Grants, Local, Budgets 48 D6 xplore the potential for using gray water for irrigation. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Supporting Agency: Washington State Department of. Ecology, Washington State Dep trttrent of Social and )=Cealth Services Drinking Water Program, Spokane Regional .health District, Time Frame: Two to Five Years :Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grant Programs I)7 Expand fire safety planning and mitigation activities in areas vulnerable to drought. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane Cite/County Department of. Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and .k+'ederal Fire Education Grants and Materials D8 Support the Department of Fish and Wildlife's efforts to mitigate drought impact on wildlife. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agency: Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: State Budget EAI2THQUAIC Iftistoiy Washington State and the Puget Sound basin area in particular, have a history of frequent earthquakes. More than 1,000 earthquakes occur in the state amiually. Most earthquakes 49 occur in Western Was4ington. Several, including the largest earthquake in Washington (1872), occur east of the Cascade Crest at the South end of Lake Chelan. Spokane experienced a cluster of earthquakes in June of 2001. The largest was4.0. These quakes continued through fall of 2001. These quakes were near the surface, possibly in the basalt layers. An unidentified fault was suspected, but no relationship was found between the fault and the quakes. Regionally, there is a long history of earthquakes. Table 5 below lists these quakes and estimates of losses if noted. TABLE 5 EARTHQUAKE HISTORY Year Location Losses 1872 Lake Chelan WA Not Available 1936 Walla Walla WA $100,000 1939 Hebgen Lake, MT 28 deaths, $11,000,000 198,3 Borah Peak, ID Not Available - Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Washington ranks second in the nation after California among states vulnerable to earthquake damage according to a Federal Emergency Management Agency study. The study predicts Washington is vulnerable to an average annual loss of. $228 million. Shallow crustal earthquakes occur within 30 kilometers of the surface. In 1872, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake was the largest earthquake in the state and occurred at a depth of 16 kilometers or less. Yiowever, most of Eastern Washingtod, including Spokane County is in a low risk area as defined by the National Earthquake Reduction Program. 1-igure 3 below identifies the fault hazards in Spokane County. FFAMA's HA.ZUS program was used to estimate losses associated with an earthquake providing a more robust assessment of losses than estimates for other hazards A worst case scenario of a 5.5 rriagnitude earthquake and data from the 2000 census, the program produced the following results. Building Losses Of the estimated 137,000 buildings in the county, 12%, or 16,830 would be damaged. Of these,'254 buildings would be damaged beyond repair. The dollar. value of these losses would be $1,529,700,000 with residential losses beutg the largest, roughly 66% of the total losses. Another $1,720,750,000 of economic losses would occur as a result of lost wages. 50 Spokane County Pe14e7 O;UILL'e COUIrTT Figure 3 - Fa6h, Norm Fram RMas `UM 0 1 l 3 C'il7:IdAN COUPTY Kole on htale"lal lhs wu n u r~alvsh d'S~l w_lu^ li Odle Myate eOJ L• nccaJ by %"C* wd wM a to its .5ww cy en !M ¢•am16 vsa-i2 roY.,.'1ifM w!l 1!-p uctvmm4a ravl 1 a=dS o! _rimey mu! W T=om-n "revuoed to v9Aly IasaLUrts m SC 6"nur! a: Ola doahaos d4idW in Ih'c aza 6aurcof:l Rau! Pala hom O?a+Pte R +xt 839P3. U S. Gcafa7c31 SLg lryc IM. Ba:d cats DrmGw:a ny 5?class r~nyfoerr~slle Imsra.-.•ir+SyOe:at Map Pm4K-i4.11•l. 1608 51 Casualties If, the earthquake were to occur at 2:00 PM, the community would experience the highest number of, casualties. Of the estimated 645 casualties, 28 would be deaths, 14 would have life threatening injuries, 107 would sustain injuries requiring hospitalization and 496 would have minor injuries. Critical Eacilities Many critical facilities would be threatened. Hl1ZA.US estimates that damage to 733 locations and segments of the transportation system with an estimated replacement cost of $8,033,200,000. Utility lifeline systems could suffer $1,423,300,000 in losses. Other critical facilities such as schools and hospitals would also be damaged. All portions of the county are subject to earthquake activity. However, as the density of buildings increases, the probability of damage becomes greater. Also, since the adoption and updating of earthquake standards in building codes over the past several decades, buildings built since 1970 should be safer than those before. Therefore, it is estimated that the majority of the losses defined above would be concentrated in the City of Spokane and the older portions of the City of Spokane Valley. Conclusion The potential for a severe earthquake in Spokane County is low. However, the County's people, buildings, emergency services, hospitals, transportation, dams, and_electric, natural gas, water and sewer utilities are susceptible to an earthquake. Although there is the possibility of an earthquake as severe as 5.5 on Richter scale in Spokane County, die probability is low. The higher probability of earthquakes in Western Washington makes it likely that Spokane County could serve as a place"for holding casualties as well as migrants from the west. Thus, it is important to not only prepare for the possible occurrence of an-earthquake but also be prepared for repercussions from earthquakes in other locations within the state. 'EARTHQUAKE ACTIONS Tier T E1 Inventory all un-reinforced masonry building, bridges and other structures for earthquake vulnerability. Lead Agency: Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building Departments. Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments 52 Tune Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets, Federal and State Public Works Grants. E2 Encourage the retrofit of all vulnerable structures. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley , Public Works Departments Supporting Agencies: Private Sector 1evelopment Organizations Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local and Organizational Budgets, E3 Ensure that all hazardous materials storage facilities are earthquake resistant. Lead Agency: Local Emergency .Planning Committee Supporting Agencies:. Spokane City Fire HAZMAT, Washington State Department of Ecology HAZMAT, Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning and Building Departments, Private Sector Development Organizations Tune Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, Private Investment .E4 Ensure that all critical public facilities are earthquake resistant. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning and :Building Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane Fire Department, Spokane County Fine districts, Local Business and industry Group Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Capital Budgets, Hazard Nlitigation Grant Program 53 ES Implement the Washington State Department of Emergency INI.anagement's public education program about the potential for earthquakes and response during an earthquake emergency. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Red Cross, Spokane Disaster Council, Neighborhood Programs Time Frame: Two to five Years Resources: Local and Red Cross Budget E< Develop contingency plans for accepting evacuees from other locations. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County'Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies::Iked Cross, Elected Officials, Washington State Emergency Management Division, and Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster, Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local and Red Cross Budget E7 Adopt earthquake resistant construction techniques in local plans and ordinances in geologically sensitive areas. Lead Agency: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane- Valley Building Departments Supporting Agencies: Private Developers Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Developer Investment, Local Critical Areas Ordinances E8 Utilizing local plans and ordinances minimize development in areas of steep slopes and highly erodible soils. 54 Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokanc and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Local Critical Areas Ordinances Per 2 E9 llevelop*proeedures for cooperation between area building departments for I? host-disaster damage assessment and rebuilding. Lead Agency: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building Demartments Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Two. to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets FLOOD Floods are a common natural disaster in Spokane County. Spokane County floods are noted for destruction from severe stream erosion and sediment deposition. The highest floods are usually winter floods which are also characterized by rapid water rise. Winter flows can rise from normal to extreme flood peaks in 2 days.' Wiriter floods are usually the result of a heavy rain on snow event. Recently, winter floods have followed periods of extremely cold weather. Spring floods, usually occurring in Apri l or May, are more frequent but exhibit lower flood levels. The spring floods are primarily the result of melting snow and may be increased by rainfall. These floods exhibit slower rises that can increase from normal to extreme peaks in 5 days. However, spring floods have much longer duration and may exceed flood levels for more than 2 weeks. History from 1956 to 1998 there have been 28 federal disaster declarations for major floods in Washington State. Since 1971 every Washington State County has received a federal disaster declaration for flooding. Spokane County has declared`local and stateJfederal 55 disasters for flooding 3.times since 1980. Table 6 lists recent floods in Spokane County. As a result of the 1997 flooding in Rockford, Rockford developed and adopted a flood mitigation plan in late 1997. TABLE 6 RECENT FLOODS IN SPOKANE COUNTY DATE March 1963 OCCURANCE Flooding occurred in the counties of Columbia, Garfield, Grant, Whitman, and Spokane. Federal disaster number 146 was assigned for the event. February 1996 Heavy rains caused flooding in the several counties including Spokane. Snowfall beginning January 26, 1996, followed by heavy rain -in February, mild temperatures, and mountain snow melt caused severe flooding throughout the entire northwest. Record floods occurred on Latah Creek. Federal disaster number 1100 was asst ned for the event. December Rain, ice, and snow caused flooding. Federal disaster number 1159 was 1996 - January assigned for several counties including Spokane. The Town of Rockford 1997 experienced damage to 11 buildings with their sanitary sewer line and streets sustaining $367,860 worth of damage. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Flooding is a natural feature of the climate, topography, and hydrology of Washington State and of Spokane County. A flood results from bodies of water overflowing their banks; structural failure of darns and levees; accumulation of runoff surface water; and erosion of a shoreline. Two maior planning concerns are [lash flood and flood elevation in relation to topography and structures. - Other factors contributing to flood damage are water velocity, debris carried by water, duration of flood conditions, and ability of soil to absorb water. Flooding predominates in late winter and early spring due to melting snow, breakaway ice, and rainy weather. Eastern Washington is prone to flash flooding. Thunderstorms, steep ravines, alluvial fans, dry or frozen ground, and light vegetation, which tends not to absorb moisture, causes the flooding. Several bodies of water in Spokane County flood every two to five years, including the Spokane and Little Spokane Rivers, and Latah Creek. Flooding on strearns in Spokane County is generally a result of periods of heavy rainfall on mountain snow pack. During the 1996-97 winter. storms, areas not prone to river flooding experienced surface water flooding due to high groundwater tables or inadequate urban storm-sewer drainage systems. During Ice Storm (1996), Spokane County residents not living in a floodplain had several inches of water in basements, as a result of groundwater seepage through 56 basement walls. Floods contaminated domestic water supplies, fouled septic systems, and inundated electrical and heating systems. Fire-fighting access was restricted, leaving homes vulnerable to fie. Flood plains, or areas at risk for flooding, makeup less than five percent of the Spokane City/County's total land area. Figure 4 shows the location of the 100 and 500 year flood zones. The Washington State Department of Ecology identifies six Special Flood Hazard Areas in Spokane County: Spangle Creek in Spangle, Rock Creek in Rockford, Latah Creek in Latah, Minnie Creek in Cheney, and Spokane River in an area alongside the railroad in the eastern portion of downtown Spokane. This does not mean that other areas of the county would not have localized flooding. The City of Spokane, the City of Spokane Valley and Spokane County participate in the -NNNational Flood Insurance Program and have developed local ordinances to better regulate and direct development in flood plain areas. These local ordinances regulate planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of any works, structures, and improvements, private or public. They work to unsure that these works are properly planned, constructed, operated, and rnaintained to avoid adversely influencing the regimen ofa stream or body of water or the security of-life, health, and property against- damage by floodwater. Estimated Losses Utilizing the county's GIS system damages were estimated for 100 year and 500 year flood plains. These are identified itn Tables 7 and 8 below. TABLE 7 MARKET VALUE OF PARCELS IN 100 YEAR FLOOD ZONE BY JURISDICTION Jurisdiction Number of Parcels Land Value Improvement Value Total Market Value City of Spokane 277 $89,626,090 $19,396,350 $109,022,440 City of Spokane Valle 420 $13,780,430 $36,566,560 $50,346,990 Count 1835 $67,875,170 $105,004,850 $172,880020 Total 2 532 $171,281,690 $160;967,760 $332,249,450 TABLE 8 MARKET VALUE OF PARCELS IN 500 YEAR FLOOD ZONE BY JURISDICTION Jurisdiction Number of Parcels Land Value Improvement Value Total Market Value City of Spokane 1970 $60,151,210 $191,896,580 $252,047,790 City of Spokane Valle 552 I $12,187,170 $47,186,000 $59,373,170 County 122 $5,708,520 $9,344,920 $15,053,440 Total 2,644 $78,046,900 $248,427,500 $326,474,400 57 Spokane County PEND ORMLLS COUNTY Fgum 4 0 1 2 S z 0 a u j 0 u z WHITMA17 COUNTY Nate en data tayem: TNe Oita h a cnmFC60e of UV Rral.Clo' cats frier! end "aureate): Fadsrtf Eme*w%f Moragamot NcnLyJFEt4N 03 Flood Zcres. 100 ad SOD Y is Ihnied by souroo and smk as to n; r =mry m ft tiro1+1.lYar Is caminisd onr Zami donned as emits InndlSd by 1% " 02%em-tal Cienae doodha ra;pac` Of. Ba-a data provided by Spolano Ga ty Goorywhict Intonaadon euy: ar,,M 0"..t loped dtuuttarlts rift'roeorde of surroy oW 6:0 In%W.I as ere feWrod to Map Ptaducoi .Ady, 2009. wdPy J*Wanc eft Ehe gold of tie tadnsos deactad in INS Ma. 58 Critical F-acilitie Very few but very critical flacilities could be affected by flooding. The regional wastewater facility not only lies within the flood plain, it would also more than likely be overwhelmed by storm water due to localized flooding. The dams along the Spokane River could be stressed by the additional flood loads. Conclusion :Many homes, located -in flood plains, are vulnerable to flood damage. Adding to this vulnerability is new growth creating pressure to develop marginal land located near flood plains. As development increases, drainage basins are "built-out," and the volume of storm water runoff and the area that it floods will increase. As a result, homes that were once outside mapped flood plains face a threat of flooding. Currently, 35-40 percent of the National Flood :Insurance claims come from outside the mapped-flood plains. Human-made developments within flood plains should be limited to non-structures'such as parks, golf courses, and farms. 'Mere facilities have the least potential for damage, but maximize land use. The public should be. made aware of hazardous areas and given information on flood insurance, r-nitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.' Local jurisdiction emergency management plans should establish warning, evacuation, housing, and other emergency procedures. The National Weather Service has an extensive river and weather monitoring system and provides flood watch and warning information to the public via radio, television, Internet, Teletype, and telephone. The United States Army Corps of Engineers, under PL 54-99, has the authority to assist public entities-in flood fighting and rescue operations and to protect, repair, and restore federally constructed flood control works threatened, damaged, or destroyed by a flood. FLOOD ACTIONS Tier .1 F1 Provide an early warning system on streams with the most potential for flood damage to structures. Lead Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies.. United States Geological Service, National Weather Service, Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Five to Seven Years 59 Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program F2 Create local incentive to encourage stream bank protection using vegetation to reduce turbidity and floating debris. Uad Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley 'Public Works Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and-Spokane Valley Planning Departments, Spokane County Conservation ]district Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Natural Resource Conservation Service, Flood Control Assistance . Account Program F3 Require that new culverts on all major roads are able to pass a 100-year flood. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Transportation Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account .Program, Public Works Trust Fund F4 Provide protection for bridge abutments. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane'and Spokane Valley Public Works Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Transportation Time .Frame: Five to Seven Years (Zesources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program, Public Works Trust Fund 60 FS Require clearance for a 100-year flood on al.l new bridges. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Transportation Tine frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program, Public Works Trust Fund 'F6 Ensure all hazardous materials storage tanks are secure from flooding. Lead Agency: Local Emergency Planning Committee Supporting Agencies: Private Sector Firms Storing :Hazardous Materials Time Frame: Five to Seven Years .Resources: Local and Private Sector Budgets, Local Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances 1+7 Protect all public water and sewage facilities from flooding. Lead Agencies: Spokane Water and Wastewater Departments, Spokane County and City of. Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Tiazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program, Public Works Trust Fund F8 Update all flood insurance rate maps. Lead Agency: Spokane County G.CS Supporting Agencies: Federal Emergency Management Agency, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley GIS, United States Geological Service Time Frame: Ongoing 61 Resources: Local, State and Federal Budgets, Local Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances F9 Notify all homes and businesses in flood prone areas of the possible risk. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Local Real Estate Tndustry Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local and Private Budgets F10 :Disseminate a public education program about flood risk and property protection. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of. Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program li l.ll, Evaluate all existing building and planning codes for flood protection and modify to ensure the reduction of repetitive flood losses. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing :Resources: Local Budgets F12 Ensure that existing building code,,, reduce hillside runoff. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building, Planning, Public Works and Utilities Departments Time Frame: Ongoing 62 Resources: I:,ocal Budgets F13 Prevent the manipulation of streams that might cause downstream flooding utilizing effective code enforcement. :Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology, U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets F14 Require on-site water retention for new development. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building, Planning, Public Works and Utilities Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology 'l"ime Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets F15 Protect natural flood storage areas such as wetlands from development. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Plartning Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets 1?16 Encourage communities to be involved in the Flood Insurance Community 'Rating System. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management 63 Supporting Agency: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Department Budget F.17 Promote buyouts of repetitive loss properties in flood prone areas. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology, Federal Emergency Management Agency Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Control Assistance Account Program Tier 2 F18 Stockpile sandbags and sand at strategic locations that are prone to flooding. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works, Washington State Emergency Management Division Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets.. 1,4,AZARDOUS MATERIAL All communities located near Spokane County's major t ansportation corridors (land, rail and air) are subject to the probability of a significant haiardous materials release- Hazardous materials are transported over or near numerous wetlands, ch"Vironmentally sensitive areas, and through densely populated centers. For example, the major ei►st-west rail corridor is three blocks and Interstate 9 is one-half block north of a high school and both major regional hospitals. Natural disasters like floods, landslides, and earthquakes might also result in spills. 64 Illegal drug labs used for crack and dumping present yet another hazardous materials concern. Recent history shows an increase in the national threat from terrorist use of hazardous materials. The combination of possible sources of exposure to our sizable population and work--force presents complex problems to responders. History The Spokane City Fire Department HAZMAT team responds to calls throughout the county. Table 9 displays the type and frequency of HAZMAT calls from 1999 to 2005. Although there was an increase in responses between 1999 and 2001, the number of responses has declined over the subsequent years. . TABLE 9 SPOKANE FIRE DEPARTMENT HAZMAT STATISTICS 1999 TO 2005 Type 1999• 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Drug Lab Response nla 48 117 137 54 13 2 Full Response 19 23 42 23 32 35 27 Investigation 240 276 335 258 225 212 107 Unknown Substance n/a n/a 24 5 12 9 2 Others 7 4 3 0 3 2 4 Totals 266 351 521 423 326 271 242 Source: City of Spokane Fire Department Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Ha%ardous material incidents are intentional and/or unintentional releases of a material, which because of their chemical, physical, or biological nature, pose a potential risk to lif•'e, health, environment, or property. Each incident's impact and resulting response depend on a multitude of interrelated variables that range from the quantity and specific characteristic of the material to the conditions of the release and area population centers involved. Releases may be small and easily handled with local response resources or rise to catastrophic levels with long-term consequences that require representatives of federal, state, and local governments to be present at the scene, with each level consisting of personnel from between five and 15 different agencies.' The Washington State Hazardous Materials Program consists of several agencies, each responsible for specific elements of the program. A number of strategies have evolved to limit risk, response to, and recovery from hazardous materials releases, intentional discharges. illegal disposals, or system failures. A comprehensive system of laws, regulations, and resources are in place, to provide for technical assistance, enviromnental compliance, and emergency management. 65 The County and other county jurisdictions participate in the County's Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). This LFPC, in concert with the Department of Emergency Management, conduct hazard identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk analysis activities for its jurisdiction. Federal and state statutes require LE-PCs to develop and maintain emergency response plans based on the volumes and types of substances found in, or transported through, their districts. The most vulnerable areas are those associated with the storage of hazardous materials and areas adjacent to the major transportation corridors. These corridors are often adjacent to. highly populated commercial and residential centers. The greatest threat appears to be the transpoi-tation'corridor through the City of Spokane. However, areas of the City of Spokane Valley and unincorporated areas are as vulnerable. Numerous critical facilities are vulnerable to hazardous spills. These include the two major hospital .facilities and a local high school. It is difficult to identify which facilities when the location of hazardous materials is widespread throughout the county along with the critical facilities. Conclusion The state developed and adopted standardized hazardous materials emergency response training. Training and supporting materials are available to all public emergency responders. Spokane County's LEPC conducted commodity flow studies from 1997 through 1999 with funding from Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Cents. The Washington State Departments of Ecology, Health, Transportation, and the Washington State Patrol maintain hazard "identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk analysis documentation and databases forhazardous materials incident. Hazardous materials incidents are possible throughout the county and the two cities depending upon the movement of materials and location. Identification of specific losses is difficult given this widespread potential. f=[AZA.R.1)OUS tI A'1TRULS ENCIREI TT ACTIONS Tier 1 HMI Identify and secure all hazardous material% storage locations from natural and human caused hazards. Lead Agency: Local lmergency Planning Committee Supporting Agencies: Spokane City Fire I:1,AZMA.'f, Spokane County and the Cities of. Spokane and Spokane Valley Planning and- Building Departments, Private Sector Development Organizations, Spokane County Fire Districts Time Frame: Five to Seven Years 66 Resources: Local Budgets, Private Investment ,HA12 Review and enforce all local, state and national regulations on the transport of hazardous materials. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley .Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State patrol, Washington State Office of Secure Transportation Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local and State Budgets Tier 2 1h .i3 Create a system for public notification of an incident and where to go, to avoid exposure. Lead Agency: Spokane City Fire IIAZMAT Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Local Media, Spokane County Fire Districts Time Frarne: Two to Five Years Resources: Local and Media Budgets HM4 Create a public education program to inforin citizens of the dangers of hac;irdous materials releases and how to respond. Lead Agency: Local Emergency Planning Committee Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Spokane City Fire FIA.7MAT, Spokane County Fire Districts Time Frame: Ongoing Resources:. Local -Budgets 67 FC~1R5 Develop hazardous materials response drills for businesses and homes located near sites or routes that might contain hazardous materials. Lead.Agency: Local hmergency Planning Committee Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency - Management, Spokane City Fire FIA IMAT, Spokane County Fire Districts 'l'ime Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local :Budgets, I-Comeland Security Grants LANDSLDYC' The tenn.landsl.ide refers to the down slope movement of masses of rock and soil. Landslides are ca-used by one or a combination of the following factors: change in slope gradient, increasing the load on land with stand, shocks and vibrations, change in water content, ground water movement, frost action, weathering of rocks, and removal or changing the type of vegetation covering slopes. Landslide hazard areas occur where the land has certain characteristics which contribute to the risk of the downhill movement of material. These characteristics include: A slope greater than 15 percent. 1•. andslide activity or movement occurred during the last 10,000 years. Stream or wave activity which has caused erosion to undercut a bank or cut into a bank to cause the surrounding land to be unstable. The presence or potential for snow avalanches. The presence of an alluvial fan which indicates vulnerability to the flow of debris or sediments. The presence of impermeable soils, such as silt or clay, which are mixed with granular soils such as sand and gravel. History In 1872, a landslide triggered by an earthquake blocked the flow of the Columbia River north of Wenatchee for several days. Areas historically subject to landslides include the Columbia River Gorge, the banks of. Lake Roosevelt, and the Puget Sound coastal bluffs. One of the largest known active, single-block landslide areas in the United States is near Stevenson in Skamania County. Spokane County does not have a history of landslide disasters. 68 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Landslides range from shallow debris flows to deep-seated slumps. They typically occur where there is a presence of elevated slopes and f ne-grade soil such as sand, which has been oversaturated by heavy rains or flooding. They destroy homes, businesses, and public buildings, undermine.bridges, derail railroad cars, interrupt transportation infrastructure, damage utilities, and take lives. Sinkholes, a type of landslide, affect roads and utilities. Losses open go unrecorded because of no claims to insurance companies, no report to emergency management, no media coverage, or the transportation damages which are recorded as maintenance. Due to population density and desire of people to have a home with a view, an increasing number of structures are built on top of or below slopes subject to land sliding. [nconsistent slope mapping and land use regulations in landslide areas make the public unaware of the risk associated in building in potentially vulnerable areas. Land is not stable indefinitely. People believe that if a bluff has remained stable for the last 50 years, it will remain so for the next 50 years regardless of the development or maintenance. Land stability cannot be absolutely predicted with current technology. The best design and construction measures are still vulnerable to slope failure. The amount of protection, usually correlated to cost, is proportional to the level of risk reduction. Debris and vegetation management is integral to prevent landslide damages. Corrective measures help, but still leave the property.vulnerable to risk. The following characteristics may be indicative of a landside hazard area: • Bluff retreat caused by sloughing of bluff sediments, resulting in a vertical bluff face with little vegetation. • Pre-existing landside area. • Tension or ground cracks along or near the edge of the top of a bluff.. Structural damage caused by settling and cracking of building foundations and separation of steps from the main structure. • Toppling, bowed or jack sawed trees. • Gullying and surface erosion. • Mid-slope ground water seepage from a bluff face. Unstable soils on steep slopes were mapped using Spokane County's G1S system. Potentially hazardous slopes were identified as well as the value of the properties at risk. Figure 5 identifies the location of these potential landslide areas. Table 10 assesses the value of the properties at risk. Very few critical facilities are located within landslide areas. - 69 TABLE 10 MARKET VALUE OF PARCELS SUSCEPTIBLE . TO LANDSLIDE BY JURISDICTION Jurisdiction Number of Parcels Land Value Improvement Value Total Market Value City of Spokane 117 $3,421,740 $10,407,100 $13,828,840 City of,Spokane 3 $47,790 $0 $47,790 Valley County 203 $7,659,520 $10,186,800 $17,846,320 Total 323 $11 129,050 $20593900 $31 722 950 Conclusion fay studying the effects of landslides in slide prone areas we can plan for the future. More needs to be done to educate the, public and to prevent development in vulnerable areas: `VAC 365-190-080 states that geologically hazardous areas pose-a threat to the health and safety of citizens when incompatible development is sited in areas of significant hazard.- Some hazards can be mitigated by engiiieering, design, or construction so that risks are acceptable. When technology cannot reduce the risk to acceptable levels, building in hazardous areas Ishould be avoided. ' Ordinances identifying gcological'hazards are now in plac'in Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley. Information regarding steep slope hazards is available from the'planning and building departments of these municipalities. Landslide losses are.reduced 95-100 -percent where the established ordinances are,rigorously applied. The least expensive aiid most effective landslide loss reduction measure is by avoidance. The next most economical solution is mitigation using-qualified expertise with an investigation report-review process. The cost of proper mitigation is.about one percent of the costs otherwise incurred through losses and litigation: The most costly is repair of landslide damages. LAIq-DSTIADE ACTIONS Tier .1 L.I. Restrict building in areas of potential landslides. Lead Agencies: Spokanc;County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning :Departments Time Frame: Ongoing 70 Spokane County Gcologic-.ffly Hazardous Areas M ErodNe Si AlwAim Ut.0 Fan 0 1 ? - WMTNAN curt;-Y OREMLS COONTT Figurr 5 Ile" on data lap": Iris data n e ccmwyiv al Tcs7 v+nfe'~k' JWO luyera ark is Ij-A d by 14M OW =jt as bD PS GoOgOW of I.V. grand. Uzv: i0 2miiiv 8ouscelsl: CnnN LSaas-att of PISYing DWI kptL dOaimwCe nrt~ raasr^z oI =rely vA Cle rt~speCiaa va ~eWzl ed lu wnnry loc.5un nn tffo LTOUnd of ba fatAess C+~tidad tr~ I[Ic 3i:n Mop FtOd:k'd '4?xls. 71 Resources: Local Budgets, Local Critical Areas Ordinances L2 Encourage the use of malls, vegetation and other techniques, retrofit areas to prevent landslides. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets L3 Conduct geological studies analysis using available data to determine areas of potential slides. Lead Agencies: Spokane County GIS Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley _ Building and Planning Departments, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, United States Geologic Service Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets L4 Require geo-technical analysis of all building sites in potential landslide areas and require appropriate mitigation. Lead Agency: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and *Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Local Development Community Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local:Budgets L5 -Regularly monitor all potential landslide areas. 72 Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of. Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Time Franie: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets Lfi Inform people in landslide areas of the potential hazard. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building, and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Time.Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets L7 Identify possible alternate transportation routes in case of a landslide. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Transportation, Washington State Patrol Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local and State Budgets L8 l:nform property owners of measures they can take to reduce landslides. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Natural Resources Time Frame: Two to hive Years Resources: Local and State ]Budgets 73 SEVERE LOCAL S'T'ORM Storms are a seasonal occurrence in Spokane County. They are usually snowstorms accompanied by high winds that create drifting and occasionally bring large accumulations of snow..1-(owever, people living in Spokane County can normally cope with these storms. The usual, damage is to power lines, trees and structures. The most common problem is that snowstorms are disruptive to travel. All areas of Spokane County are vulnerable to the severe local st6nns. The affects are generally transportation problems and loss of utilities. Transportation accidents occur, motorists are stranded and schools, businesses, and industries close. The affects vary with the intensity of the storm, the level of preparation by local jurisdictions and residents, and the equipment and staff available to perform tasks to lessen the effects of severe local storms. Most storms move into Washington from the ocean with a southwest to northeast airflow. Maritime air reaching the Olympic Mountains rises upwards and cools. As this airflow reaches higher elevations and cools, there is less ability to hold moisture and rain occurs. Thus, Spokane County generally receives most of its weather and storms from this southwesterly flow. Several types of storms are possible: ■ Windstorms with sustained winds of 50 miles per hour are powerful enough to cause significant damage and occur frequently. Affected areas are primarily located at the openings of long passes through the mountains, at the base of the mountains, and at the edges of large expanses of open eater. ■ Tornado funnel shaped clouds generally affect areas of 3/4 of a mile wide and 16 miles long. Tornadoes are produced by strong thunderstoinns that produce damaging hail, heavy rain, and wind. ■ Blizzards, and snowstorms accompanied by high wind and drifting snow occur occasionally throughout the state. • Ice storms occur when rain falls from a warm, moist, layer of atmosphere into a below freezing, drier layer near the ground. The rain freezes on contact with the cold ground and exposed surfaces causing damage to trees, utility wires, and structures. • Hailstorms occur when freezing water in thunderstorm clouds accumulates in layers around an icy core. Hail damages crops, structures, and transportation systems. • Dust storms occur east of the Cascades. Wind, following dry periods, blows dirt and light debris aloft. ' History Severe storms can occur. On November 19, 1996, an ice storm occurred in the Inland Northwest. In a short period of time, over one inch of rain fell and formed into ice on trees, power lines and structures. The weight of this ice snapped trees and power lines throughout the region. Avista, the major electric utility in the region, estimated that 74 100,000 of their customers' businesses and residences were without power withui a few hours. Power outage's were so widespread that crews had to be brought to the region from other parts of the country to assist in restoring power. Many went without power for two weeps. Those living in more rural areas were with power even longer. Falling trees damaged homes and businesses. President Clinton declared counties in Washington and adaho as disaster areas after both governors requested the designation. Avista estimated $10 million to $15 million in losses due to the ice storm. Thus, while winter storms are usually a minor nuisance in Spokane County, they can be devastating. In 1997, 14 tornadoes struck Washington. In May 1997, Tacoma experienced a small tornado which caused an estimated $125,000 of damage in a narrow swath across ten city blocks. "I°ornadoes also touched down-north of. Spokane and east of Vancouver the same day. Tornadoes in Spokane County are infrequent and touchdowns are not consistent or specific to any particular area within the county. See Table 11 for list of Severef ocal Storms in Spokane County. Hazard Idenitilication and Vulnerability Amalysis All areas of Spokane County are vulnerable to the severe local storms. The affects are generally transportation problems and loss of utilities. Transportation accidents occur, motorists are stranded and schools, businesses, and industries close. The affects vary with the intensity of the storm, the level of preparation by local jurisdictions and residents, and the equipment and staff available to perform tasks to lessen the affects of severe local storms. Critical Facilities Although all of the public and critical public facilities would be exposed to a severe local storm, the facilities with the major vulnerability would be the power transmission facilities. Conclusion Spokane County plans should reflect warning and notification of the public, prioritization of roads and streets to be cleared, provision of emergency services, mutual aid with other public entities,. procedures for requesting state and federal assistance if needed. To prepare for severe local storms, local jurisdictions should provide public information on emergency preparedness and self-help. 75 TABLE 11 SEVERE STORMS IN SPOKANE COUNTY Date Type of Storm Description August Heat Spokane City/County had 11 consecutive days with 90 1967 degrees or warmer. The heat wave affected Eastem Washington and Northern Idaho. April Tornado Tornadoes touched down in Spokane and Stevens Counties. 1972' November Wind High winds in Western and Eastern Washington. 1981 December Rain, flood, and Storms starting in California generated winds of 100 miles per 1995 wind hour continued north causing three states, including Washington, to issue disaster proclamations. FEMA disaster- number 1079 was issued for the incident. April 24 Rain, flood, and The EOC activated because the state was covered with 1996 wind flooding avers and high wind warnings. Six counties including Spokane declared states of emergency. The EOC remained activated until April 25. November 19 Ice storm The EOC activated in response to storm conditions around the 1996 state. The City of Spokane and Spokane County declared an emergency, and 100,000 customers were without power for nearly two weeks. There were 4 deaths and $22 million in damages. The EOC remained activated until December 1. FEMA disaster number 1152 was issued for the storm. December 4, Winter storm, The EOC activated in response to storms rushing across the 1996 ice, wind, and state, which caused road closures and power outages. The gale warning governor proclaimed emergencies for Pend Oreille and all of Spokane County. The EOC remained activated until December 5. This storm was art of FEMA disaster 1152. December 26 Winter storm, The EOC activated in response to storms fronts pushing 1996 wind, gale across the state causing structures to collapse under the warning, flood, heavy weight of snow, road closures, power outages, landslide, and landslides, and 20 weather related deaths. The govemor avalanche declared emergencies for 37 counties-only Douglas and Franklin Counties were not included.,The EOC remained activated until January 15, 1997. FEMA disaster number 1159 was issued for the storm. May 31 Tornado and A total of 4 tornadoes touched down in Spokane and Stevens 1997 thunderstorm counties. Thunderstorms produced hail up to 3 inches in diameter, heavy rain, flash flooding, and 80 mile per hour winds. 76 SEVERE STORM ACTIONS Tier .i SS1 Encourage tree trimming on public and private property. Lead Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Supporting Agencies: Avista and Other Local Utility Companies, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, City of. Spokane Urban Forestry Program Time Frame: 'Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Utility Budgets SS2 ` ncourage the use of alternative generators but only with proper education about their use. Lead, Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: Avista and Other Local Utility Companies, Local Generator Vendors Time frame:. Two to Five Years Resources: Utility Budgets SS3 Establish'priority reconnects with local utility companies,. Lead Agency: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Public`Safety Forum. Supporting Agencies: Avista and Other,Local Utility Companies Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets, Utility Budgets SS4 Recommend backup generators at all critical facilities. 77 Lead Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Public Safety Forum. Supporting Agencies: Public and Private Agencies with Critical Facilities Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security Grants SS5 Support the continuation of an early warning system for storms utilizing current meteorological data. Lead Agency: Community Communication System Supporting Agencies: National Weather Service Tune Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets SS6 Encourage the reinforcement of all infrastructure and utilities to withstand a severe storm. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Supporting Agencies: Avista and Other Local Utility Companies Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Capital 'Budgets, Utility Budgets, Public Works `Crust Fund SS7 Encourage the continued development of underground utility lines. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of .Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning :Departments Supporting Agencies: Avista and Other Local Utility Companies Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Utility Budgets, Local Budgets 78 TE11RORIS.M 1D C:I:VIL DIS` URBANC:E Science and the Internet have made information relating to weapons of mass destruction (\VMID) technology widely available to an increasing audience.. It is known that terrorists, terrorist cells and criminal organizations have used the :lnternet for actual \VMD experimentation and research. Experts offer that there are five general classifications for "major" terrorist incident planning: biological, chemical, radiological, incendiary, and explosive. Biological agents pose a serious threat due to their accessibility and the rapid manner in which they can be spread within a population. These agents are generally disseminated by aerosol propulsion or through air handling systems, by the contamination of food and water supplies, direct skin application or injection. Many biological agents can be adapted for use as weapons by terrorism advocates. The most commonly discussed agents include anthrax (sometimes found in sheep and cattle), tularemia (rabbit fever), cholera, the plague (sometimes found in prairie dog colonies), and botulism (found in improperly canned food)'. A biological incident is most likely first detected in the hospital emergency room, medical examiner's office, or within the public health community long after the terrorist act. The consequences of such an act will present communities with an unprecedented requirement to provide massive reactive and precautionary treatments to exposed populations, patient care facilities and to stage mass fatality management and envirotunental health clean-up operations, procedures and plans. Chemical agents are compounds with unique chemical properties that can produce; lethal or damaging effects in humans, animals, and plants. Chemical agents take the form of solids, liquids, or gases depending on temperature and pressure. Most chemical agents are liquid and can be introduced into an unaware population relatively easily using aerosol generator, explosive devices, container breakages and other forms of covert application. Dispersed as an aerosol, chemical agents have their greatest potential for inflicting mass casualties. Nuclear threat is the use, threatened use, or threatened detonation of a nuclear bomb or device. Presently, there is no known instance in which any non-governmental entity has been able to obtain or produec and assemble the components of a nuclear weapon. The most likely nuclear scenario is the detonation ofa large conventional explosive that incorporates nuclear material or explosives detonation in close proximity to nuclear. materials in use, storage, or transit. Of concern is the uicreasing frequency of radiological materials shipments throughout the U.S. and world. Laster Washington's l-Tanford Nuclear site represents one of the world's largest nuclear use, waste storage, and potential radioactive contaminated sites. incendiary devices are either mechanical, electrical, or chemical devices used to intentionally initiate combustion and start Tires: Their purpose is to destroy and ignite their target or. other proximate materials and/or structures or as a diversion preceding an even larger terrorist or criminal act. These devices are detonated singularly or in series. 79 Explosive incidents account for 70 percent of all terrorist attacks worldwide. Bombs are terrorist's weapon of choice. The hiternet and even local libraries provide ample information for the design and construction of many forms of explosive devices. The FBI reported that 3,163 bombing incidents. occurred in the United States in 1994, 77 percent of all explosives occurrences. Residential properties are reported as the most common bombing targets. History Of the 25 terrorist incidents reported by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from January 1990 through December 1997, four occurred in Washington State. of these incidents were in "Tacoma in July 1993. The American front Skinheads detonated pipe bombs in Tacoma on July 20 and July 22 of that year. In Spokane County, the Phineas Priesthood, a domestic terrorism organization, exploded a pipe bomb at the Valley " Branch offices of Spokane Spokesman IZevic-vv newspaper on April 1, 1996 and robbed a Spokane Valley branch of the US Bank ten minutes later. The Phineas Priesthood repeated this method of operation three months later when'they placed•a pipe bomb at a Planned Parenthood office in Spokane on July 12. They then robbed the same branch of the US Bank using an A)1' 47, a 12-gauge shotgun, a revolver, and a 25-pound propane tank bomb. The proceeds of the crimi.rial acts committed by the 1'hineas Priesthood were used to further their domestic terrorist activity and ideology. in addition, there was the placement and explosion of a bomb at Spokane City Hall in 1996. In February 1999, over 20 letters postmarked out of Kentucky were sent throughout the United States containing possible anthrax spores. The Planned Parenthood office in Spokane received one of these letters. The F".111' took charge of the incident. Additionally, 'the FBI and Bellingham police interdicted a group of terrorists affiliated with the Washington State Militia on July 27, 1996. The group planned to bomb various infrastructure targets including a radio tower, bridge; and a train tunnel while the train was inside. More recently, the FBI and Spokane police; sheriff and fire departments responded to a hoax bioterrorism incident on February 1999. The incident involved a tenant dental clinic in the Spokane Valley Planned Parenthood building that received a Christmas card containing an unidentified smudge. The card followed the modus operandi of 30-plus cards sent to Planned Parenthood offices and other businesses across the nation, some of which had explicit threats claiming expdsure to anthrax spores. Seattle also had an anthrax hoax late that same year. In 2006 the US Postal Annex in the Eastern Washington city of Clarkston - similarly detected a powdery substance in a piece of mail addressed to President. Bush. Investigation determined; th at identical letters were sent to several Post Offices throughout the US. In December. 1999, a.33-year-old Algerian man - Ahmed Ressam was arrested by U.S. Customs officials while entering the United States in Port Angeles, Washington, aboard a ferry from Victoria, British Columbia. ' He was subsequently charged with smuggling explosive material into the United States. The CIA noted that the timing devices and nitroglycerine in his possession were the "signature devices" of groups affiliated with s0 Afghan-based Osama bin Laden, the world's most highly recognized and influential Islamic militant who choreographed the 911 disaster in NYC. It was highly unlikely the explosive materials could be smuggled onto commercial aircraft; Ressam was scheduled to depart for Seattle the next day and he was booked into a motel blocks from Seattle Center. Law-enforcement officials investigated the possibility of a terrorist bombing during the Year 2000 New Year's Eve celebration at the Space Needle. The Space Needle traditionally draws tens of thousands of revelers. Ressam has since been sentenced for his crimes and when interviewed during his custody became one of this nations most informative terrorism'sources leading federal investigators to many individuals and terrorist cells around the world. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis liiternational terrorist (IT) organizations are said to be the result of a frustrated, extremist, culturally or mentally polarized group of individuals motivated by radical or unconventional thought. 1 xtremists generally adopt converse concepts of violence, morality, and in the rationale of "means and ends" than that of mainstream Western societies. . This characterization of international Terrorist organizations bears similar cognitive threads to those of'Domestic Terrorist (DT) organizations. However, DT advocates and their organizations profess ideologies (left or right) which adamantly exaggerate extremist beliefs toward values held by Western democratic or American cultures. Such terrorists groups would include: Ethnic, religious & racial, sexual separatist's Left-lying "Issue,/Cause" organizations which embrace animal, environmental, religious, abortionist, anti-government, and anarchist (freedom) Right-Wing, Separatists, Militants, Survivalists, Anti-Government ('freedom/rights protection & conformance); Sovereignty, and militant anti-police and regulatory authority organizations. Cornmunities.are vulnerable to both IT and DT terrorist acts. Spokane County communities, urban and rural, provide a target-rich landscape for these groups whether. infrastructure or origin. Targets are-often, located near high traffic/high-visibility routes with convenient transportation access. Examples of targets include: Government office buildings, court houses, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers - and "symbolic" targets whose operations, practices or associations represent values in conflict with the terrorists ideology; Dams, water supplies, electrical and gas distribution systems, pipelines, chemical facilities; 0 Military installations and suppliers; Railheads, interstate highways, tunnels, airports, ferries, bridges, seaports, overpasses- 0 Recreational facilities such as sports stadiums, theaters, parks, casinos, concert halls, public venues; - 0 Financial institutions and banks; 81 • Sites of historical and symbolic significance; • Scientific research facilities, academic institutions, museums; • Telecommunications, newspapers, radio and television stations; • Chemical, industrial, and petroleum plants; business offices, convention centers; • law, fire, emergency medical services, and responder facilities and operations centers; • Special events, parades, religious services, festivals, celebrations; • Planned Parenthood facilities and abortion clinics. Spokane County contains a large number of all of these potential. Targets become more appealing when high profile personalities and dignitaries visit them. Evidence of this occurred in a recent visit by Vice President Cheney which resulted in demonstrations by anti-war and pro-immigration activists. Sporting events such as the 2007 World Ice Skating Championship and NCA.A `T'ournaments at Spokane County venues require threat assessments against the probability of terrorist event. Additionally, international meetings and conventions hosted in our region provide a similar opportunity to terrorist organizations. Terrorists are now known to advance two techniques of growing concern: the targeting of first responders employing secondary timed (or multiple) explosive devices and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WVMD) hoaxes. Spokane County, the City of Spokane and the City of. Spokane Valley are all vulnerable to terrorist activity. Spokane is identified within the group of 110 cities nationwide with the greatest probability to be the object of a terrorist incident. Terrorists go to great lengths to ensure there actions result in disproportionate impact, even if it means destroying an entire structure or killing and wounding thousands of persons proximate to the intended target. Commercially available materials and agents can be developed into NVM.D. Critical Facilities All critical facilities wide spread thought the county and are vulnerable to attack. Since 9/11, many critical facilities have been hardened and remain vulnerable. Conclusion Terrorism is s stratagem. During pre-planning, the target is often disguised. After the . fact the deliberate target may seem random and indiscriminate. Terrorism is discriminate: It has a deliberate outcome but may indiscriminate outcomes in that the terrorist have neither sympathy nor hate for the unintended victims. Spokane County, while continuing to use existing mechanisms and agencies~for the successful management of critical incidents in addressing the threat of terrorism, must continually invest in new contemporary methodologies in this effort. Often, the plans and internal systems. developed for similar emergencies can act as templates for further development of a comprehensive counter-terrorism program. IF.Tvardous material emergency response plans and procedures are helpful in this arena. First responders must remember they may be the targets of both primary and secondary terrorist acts. Pre-event preparation, mock- 82 drills, and other proactive steps need to be taken concurrent with training in the protection of the crime scene and its critical evidence. CIVIL DISTURBANCE The United States has a long history of civil disorders and civil unrest. It is part of our nation's history. Unlike other large scale emergencies that bring communities together, civil disorders are divisive. Since the 1960's, this division is often racial. These disturbances often follow a protest or high profile event affecting local communities. These disturbances are classit;ied as communal riots. They are considered to be conflicts between two or more ethnic groups. Commodity riots emphasize the economic and political distribution of power among groups. Congressional commissions in the 1960's attempted to categorize civil disorders based on size of crowds, the length of the violence, its intensity, and the level of force needed to restore order. With this information they established a ranking of major, serious and minor. Spokane County does not have an extensive history of civil disorders. The events that have occurred here over the years never reached the "major" classification. Major events have occurred Western Washington's Seattle metro corridor.. History Washington State witnessed race riots in the 1960s, protests against the Vietnam War in the 1970s, abortion clinic demonstrations in the 1980s, and disturbances stemming from allegations of police brutality in the 1990s. In Seattle, a small-scale riot occurred after the 1992 Rodney King verdict. On the night the jury rendered its decision, small groups of people roamed the downtown streets smashing windows, lighting dumpster fires, and overturning cars. The following day some Seattle residents went to Capital Hill where they set tires and attacked the West Precinct Police Headquarters. At 4:30 am on May 3, 1998, the Washington State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was activated in response to a civil disturbance that occurred at Washington State University in-Pull.rnan. The disturbance developed when student's end-of-year celebrations got out of hand. The disturbances consisted of large crowd of students throwing rocks, debris, beer bottles, and starting fires. Students lined the streets throwing bottles, rocks, and debris and starting fires. Local and state law enforcement officials were assembled to restore order and several officialswere injured. Washington National Guard units were placed on standby status. The state :h OC returned to normal operations later in the day. Auer Seattle's declaration of emergency created by disturbance and violence during the World Trade Organization meeting, the Washington State EOC activated on 'November 30, 1999. A Washington State proclamation of emergency allowed commitment of state resources to support affected local jurisdictions. Washington State Patrol, Department of Transportation, National Guard, department of Natural resources, Emergency Management Division, and an Incident- Management Team provided support. The 83 iNlovember 30, 2000 anniversary of Seattle's WTO meeting resulted in repeat disturbance, violence and property damage. From a historical stance, Spokane County has not had any experience with this particular hazard. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis The last decade has seen increased rioting and looting following sports events, in the United States. Seattle, home of major sport teams, has the potential to have similar disturbances but Spokane, home of minor league sports teams, has much less potential for sports-related disturbances. Although Spokane County has a potential vulnerability to civil disturbances, the probability of an event is low. Damage to critical facilities would more than likely be incidental and not intentional. Conclusion The potential for civil disturbance exists in Spokane County. The size of the City of Spokane and the city's capability of hosting world venues are two of many reasons Spokane County has a potential for future civil disturbance. TERRORISM AND CIVIL. DISI RBANC'E ACTIONS Tier 1 T1 ]identify all critical facilities that may be vulnerable to terrorism and civil disturbance. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments, Spokane City Fire, Spokane County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Business and Industry Group 'l'ime Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets; Homeland Security Grants 11 Assess the vulnerability of critical facilities to attack. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley 1?oliee Departments 84 Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/CouuntyDepartment of l-mergency Management Tine Frame: Ongoing 'Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security Grants T3 Harden all critic-Lit facilities from attach. Lead Agencies: All Local Government Agencies with Critical Facilities Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security Grants Tier 2 T4 Develop training drills and exercises for businesses and homes in possible terrorist target areas. .Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff. Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Department-, Supporting Agencies: Spokane Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: I:.ocal Budgets, Homeland Security Grants TS Create a program for assessing, identifyi.ag, and limiting activities by local terrorist groups. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing 85 Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security Grants T6 Develop a method for the public to notify authorities of possible suspicious activities. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Sheriff Department, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: 911 Committee Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, Homeland Security Grants T7 'Ensure that all public safety agencies are adequately trained to recognize and respond to terrorist incidents. Lead Agencies: Spokane CountySheriff Departrncnt, Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Police Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing .Resources: Local.Budgets, Homeland Security Grants VOLCANO :Mount St.1-lelens is one of a group of high volcanic peaks that dominate the Cascade Range between northern Califorriia and southern British Columbia. The distribution of these volcanic peaks in a broad band that roughly parallels the coastline is part of the so- called "acing of Fire," a roughly circular array'of volcanoes located on islands, peninsulas, and the margins of, continents that rim the Pacific Ocean. Even before it began erupting, Mount St. Helens, and at least six other volcanoes in-tbe Cascade Range, were known to be "active" - that is, to have erupted at least once during historical time. Few major Cascade volcanoes are known to have- been inactive long enough to be considered "extinct" or incapable of further eruption. Most display some evidence of residual volcanic heat, such as fiimaroles, hot springs; or hot'ground where snow melt is unusually rapid. 86 History On May 18, 1980 at 9:32 in the morning, Mount St. Helens erupted, killing 57 people. A ,cr a 5.1 magnitude earthquake the volcano's summit slid away in a huge landslide, the largest on earth's recorded history. The landslide depressurized the volcano's magma system, triggering a powerful explosion that ripped through the sliding debris. Rock, ash, volcanic gas, and steam were blasted upwards and outward to the north. 1'he lateral blast produced a column of ash and gas that rose more than 15 miles into the atmosphere in IS minutes. From a second eruption, magma erupted explosively from the newly created crater. Then avalanches of hot ash, pumice, and gas (pyroclastic flows) poured out of the crater and spread 5 miles to the north. Over the course of the day, prevailing winds blew 520 million tons of ash eastward across the United States and caused complete darkness in Spokane. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis Spokane County does not have any volcanoes. The nearest. volcanoes are within the Cascade Range 225 miles away. Spokane County is, however, down wind of 4 volcanoes, Mt Rainier, Mt St Helens, Mt Adams and Mt Hood, in Oregon. By definition Mount Rainier, Mount.Baker, Mount St. Helens, and Mt kfood are active volcanoes. Even Glacier Peak has erupted as, recently as a thousand years ago and possibly even as late as the 17th century. Mount Adams is also capable of renewed activity. Volcanoes commonly repeat their past behavior. It is likely that the types, frequencies, and magnitudes of past activity will be repeated in the future. Volcanoes usually exhibit warning signs that can be detected by instruments or observations before erupting. However, explosions caused by heated material coming into contact with ground water can happen without warning. In the future Washington State can expect from its Cascade volcanoes avalanches, lahars (mudflows), lava flows, pyroclastic.0ows, and teplua falls (includes volcanic ash), and collapse of a sector of a volcano. Valleys are vulnerable to lahars, volcanic debris flows, and sedimentation, which can destroy lakes, streams, and structures. Areas downwind of a volcano eruption are vulnerable to reduced visibility, ash fall, and caustic gases. Spokane County is at risk only to long-range carriage and fallout from volcanic ash, a potential respiratory hazard for many Spokane residents, especially for those with chronic respiratory conditions. Some of the after effects of it volcanic eruption that may directly affect Spokane County are: ■ Tephra falls from explosive eruptions that blast fragments of rock into the air. Large fragments fall to the ground close to the volcano. Small fragments and ash can travel thousand of miles downwind. Asti falls that are harsh, acidic, gritty, smelly, and cause lung damage to the young, old, or people suffering from respiratory problems. Heavy ash can clog breathing passages and cause death. When cloud sulfur dioxide combines with water it fonvs diluted sulfuric acid that causes burns to skin, eyes, mucous 87 membranes, nose, and throat. Acid rains affect water supplies, strip and burn foliage, strip paint, corrode machinery, and dissolve fabric. Heavy ash fall blots out light. Heavy demand for electric light and air conditioning cause a drain on power supplies. Ash clogs waterways and machinery. It causes eldetrical short circuits, drifts into roadways, railways, and runways. Very fine ash is harmful to electronic equipment. The weight of ash causes structural collapse, particularly when it becomes water saturated. Because it is carried by winds it continues as a hazard to machinery and transportation systems for months alter the eruption. ■ Volcanic activity in the Cascades could cause massive evacuations with Spokane County receiving many of these immigrants. Critical facilities would be subject to these same conditions. What could become a severe problem would be housing immigrants from other communities either temporarily or permanently depending upon the extent of the disaster. Conclusion The state, federal, and local governments have joined to develop volcanic hazard plans that address issues of emergency response and strategies for expanded public awareness and mitigations. There are plans in existence for Mount St. Helens, Mount Rainier, and Mount 13aker and in progress for Glacier Peak. Volcanic hazard analyses are published by the U.S. Department of Interior for.Mount. Rainier, Mount Baker, Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams, and Glacier Beak- As part of their comprehensive planning process, local jurisdictions are encouraged to consider debris avalanche, mudflow, and eruption hazards from these volcanoes. A major eruption would affect all areas of the county including unincorporated Spokane County and the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley as it did in 1980. These would include coping with the medical affects of ash, ash clean-up and recovery and potential accommodation of evacuees from other areas of the state. VOLCANO ACTIONS Tier 1 V1. Inform the public about proper responses to protect themselves and proper clean-up procedures. 1:ead Agencies: Spokane Regional Health 1District, Spokane County and Cities of. Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County'Department of :Emergency Management 88 Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets V2 Stockpile personal protection equipment and materials for distribution to the public. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants 873 Provide information to those with lung diseases, parents with small children and others with respiratory risk with information to reduce physical problems. Lead Agency: Spokane Regional Health District Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants W.LYAXAND FtR F,, Wildland fires are a part of the natural ecological cycle of forest ecosystems. They are uncontrolled destruction of forests, brush, field crops and grasslands caused by nature or humans. However, as humans encroach on these forests, the risk of catastrophic disaster increases. These areas where humans and forest mix are known as the wildland urban interface. The Wildland Urban Interface in Spokane County is defined as that area where houses meet natural/native vegetation or mix with natural/native vegetation. To facilitate effective fuel treatment and fire suppression, the buffer may be extended to incorporate logical topographic features such as streams/lakes, roads, ridge tops and other natural breaks. . 89 The county's topography is scenic and varied rising from alluvial filled valleys into steep mountainous terrain in the northeast. The rising terrain in the northern, southern and western portions of the county is particularly hazardous for wildfires as are steep areas surrounding the many lakes that attract recreational development. These areas are difficult to reach with fire-fighting apparatus and can create fires with serious drafts that can*carry uphill quickly. Figure 6 shows the forested areas of the county. Figure 7 indicates those areas of the county that are susceptible to wildland fires Most importantly, much of the increase in development over the past decade occurred in the areas that could be considered as part of the wildland urban interface. Areas to the south of the Spokane River in the City of Spokane Valley and the unincorporated areas of the county have experienced these elevated levels of, development. While other areas of the county may not have grown as rapidly, their populations have-increased significantly over the past decade. The only slow growing or stable areas are those lying in the older developed area,.; of two major cities. Coupled with an ever-increasing fuel load, population and housing growth continues to place more and more people at risk. County weather patterns add to the increasing risk. The wet winters and springs give way to hot, dry summers and early falls. The fuel on the forest floors grows with the spring rains and then becomes more and more flammable later in the year. The wildfire season is usually in the late summer and early fall when fuels have dried and precipitation is low. History Wildfires are normally a natural ecological event that helps rejuvenate the forest by releasing seeds from pine cones or activating germination. However, as humans move into the forests to live, the risk to property and life increase and the potential for human caused fires increases. In fact, human activity is 7 times more likely to cause wildfires (U.S. Fire Administration 2000b). The first wildland fire control program was established in 1885 (U. S. Fire Administration 2000b). Since that time the methods of control have-varied .from complete suppression to allowing some wildfires to burn as part of the natural forces. The changes in policy through the years have been a direct result of the variation in risk associated with humans living or recreating in these wildlands. Questions raise over two basic arms: suppression and reduction of fuels. Should homeowners be required to create survivable space and build with survivable materials or should fire fighters be required to attack fires in dangerous locations"to save homes? Should fuels be reduced by controlled burns or mechanical means? These questions lay at the core of the .development of many wildland urban interface fire mitigation plans. Firestorm 1991 A dry and warm summer and early fall helped set the stage for a fire in mid-October, 1991, near Hauser Lake. By October 15, there had been no rain for 42 days. Several small fares caused by downed power lines were fanned into a firestorm on the 16`h. 90 Spokane County, suffered the most damage with 92 wildfires consuming 35,000 acres and causing 2 deaths and $15 million in damage. 2000 Wildland Fire Season The 2000 fire season in Washington State was the worst since the Chelan County fires in 1994. The Governor signed a proclamation early in the fire season because the Northwest United States was experiencing a disastrous fire season. The proclamation authorized Firefighting training for the National Guard in the event federal, state, local and contracted firefighting resources would be unable to handle the fires. The state mobilized fire service resources 6 times from throughout the state including Spokane County to fight wildland fires in Central Washington that burned. over 300,000 acres. Table 12 is a partial list of wildland fires in the.region TABLE 12 HISTORY OF WILDLAND FIRES . Date Name Area Acres Deaths August 20, 1910 Great Idaho Fire Over 150,000 acres burned in 3,000,000 85 .Spokane and Pend Oreille Counties. 1987 Hangman Hills 24 residences lost 1,500 2 October 1991 Firestorm 1991 93 fires destroyed 114 homes 35,000 1 and 40 buildings in Ferry, Lincoln, Stevens, Pend Oreille, Spokane, and Whitman Counties. August 12, 1996 Bowie Road Spokane County 3,000 August 14, 1997 NewkirklRedlake Spokane and Stevens Counties 1,750 Hazard Cdentificatiou and Vulnerability Analysis The fire season runs from mid-May through October. Dry periods can extend the season. The possibility of a wildland fire depends on fuel availability, topography, the time of year, weather, and activities such as debris burning, land clearing, camping, and recreation. 1n Washington, wildland fires start most often in-lawns, fields, or open areas, transportation areas, and wooded wildland areas. They are usually extinguished while less than one acre, but can spread to over 100,000 acres and may require. thousands of. firefighters several weeks to extinguish. In Washington State, wildland fire protection is provided by federal, state, county, city, and private fire protection agencies and private timber companies. Wildland fires responded to by city and county fire departments were largely started by human causes. Licluded in the list of human causes are cigarettes, fireworks, and outdoor burning. Wild land fires started by heat spark ember or flames caused the largest dollar loss, followed by debris burning and cigarettes., Loss per incident for debris fines is-three times higher than any other fire cause. 91 The effects of wildland fires vary with intensity, area, and time of year. Factors affecting the degree of risk include rainfidl, type of vegetation, and proximity to firefighting agencies. Short-term loss is the complete destruction of valuable resources, such as tiinber, wildli.fe.habitat, scenic vistas, and watersheds. Vulnerability to flooding increases due to the destruction of watersheds. Long-term effects are reduced amounts of timber for building and recreational areas. Although crops and orchards are tenth on the list of properties damaged, they had the third highest dollar loss, the highest value, and the greatest potential loss. Lack of adequate access to properties.is the most frequent problem. Nearly all private and'some public roads provided only one means of access to structures in the wildland urban interface zone. In addition, many of these roads are not well maintained and substandard in width. Others are gated, making them completely inaccessible. Lack of adequate water supply is the next most frequent problem. Water'systems are fragmented. Water supplies on individual properties provide little support for fire suppression. Another cluster of problems is'relatcd to the density and location of land development. Subdivisions and individual homes built on steep slopes next to lakes and on the hillsides with commanding views without thought to creating survivable space. The density from this'type of development has increased the risk to homes and people. Finally, fuel treatment is a major problem. The 1996 Ice Storm increased the amount of dead fall as well as major tree diseases. However, homeowners are not clearing their properties and, thus, increasing the potential for wildfires. Fuels Wildfire depends upon vegetative fuels. '1 his'mix of native vegetation and the changes in that vegetation due to human activity create the resources for possible wildfire. 'T'ypes of forest and grasslands vegetation have been classified into various fuel models. These are further divided to create 13 different categories based on the characteristics in each group. Obviously, as the amount or height of each increases the potential for intensive fire rises. ' Of particular concern is when ground fuels burn intensively enough to ignite ladder fuels that help carry the fire upwards from the ground to the taller trees setting off the potential for a crown fire where the fire can spread rapidly through the forest given the intensity of the wind and other climatic conditions. The fuel composition in Spokane County is mixed varying from grasslands in the south and southwest to large timber stands in the north and northeast half of the county. Therefore, the fuel problem varies throughout the county. The accumulation of fuel coupled with increasing demand for living in the wildland urban has increased the potential for catastrophic consequences. There are risks to resources as well, i.e., wildlife habitat, water and timber resources. 1- igure 7 is a map of 92 Ag Ire 6 UIIfC7E62C Fareziad Q Munidmil C I UI*.an qn 0 i ] 3 Q NC99 at da'n I)ycn; 71ca¢--r t)a=-V niH WWII WAtlabL'dda lr~'rn and n E1eE ty aeuroo and aye oc t:, ac -m-y at the tt o.l LIFmF mmidnd LEI qpN dDmr mt: tflh MoRIS M ;Umey Om 14.7 tY.:,aWn: dr0 te%ON U a,.Cf loeeSav.>a :n Ur_ IgDUnd QI UL r-du.. dr:ril.d m Ito) d11. WBIITil AN COVI:TY PSUp OL-ILLS GOUVTY Sotnec(sl:>•otc%lcara ~a Irm N9 Nmbn=L.:nd Cu.•xDa~rl Ixt^flbd trrmtatdsnlsdrJtaTA.ina~bryCL'ant LU.5Gn;laOraJSun•~y,t?;4 Br G:ta pta•itkd t7 raus~v Gcoq-.µhk hlf0lmN:xtSYts~r.. Map NV OUto MY. -.3%. 93 Spokane County I7II -t r r%%rl.r Spokane County Potential Wildfire Risk ~ crn 0 Am Stato Fire Di1Cit 1✓'' Urcl~crvtd, Q Mi:niapal L 1 U6w Grr 0 1 2 3 Kwo on day tryc0: ItM (1121 m e -nv-,m of ses: Ont~we' d01e t-y-% m-d 1:ItrlM1lof=OWVcbao 13 Its&Mrvy cn ft gTLrd. 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As the demand for scenic homes increases the potential for-loss also increases. Development standards for access, fire resistant construction and the maintenance of clear spaces around structures are imperative. TABLE 13 MARKET VALUE OF'PROP,ERTIES AT RISK TO WILDFIRE BY JURISDICTION Jurisdiction Number of Parcels Land Value Improvement Value Total Market Value City of Spokane 1989 $116,609,510 $260,394,760 $377,304,270 City of Spokane Valle 52. $2,606,480 $8,414,900 $11,021,380 County 17,379 $647'153,042 $1,185,764 095 $1,832,917 047 Total 19,420 1 $766,669,032 $1,454,573,665 $2,221,242.697 WM.A.LANTD FTRE ACTIONS Tier 1 WPI Encourage citizens to create a defensible space around their homes. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management, County Fire.Districts Tune Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants WF2 J'a cooperation with local fire districts, establish design and construction standards for wddland urban interface zones. 95 Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: City'of Spokane Fire Department, County Fire Districts Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets WF3 Promote awareness of the need to carry fire fighting supplies when camping or working in fields and open rangeland. Lead Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department, County Fire Districts, Washington State Department of. Natural Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Budgets WF4 Cooperate with local schools to create a public education program on wildfire hazards. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Local School Districts, Educational Service District 101 Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants VVF5 Require emergency access roads where necessary. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building 'and PlarmingDepartments. Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments, Washington State Department of Transportation Time Frame: Ongoing 96 Resources: Local and State Budgets WF6 Require that new developments in wildland urban interface areas to provide at least hvo means of ingress/egress. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Deparhments Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local and State Budgets WF7 Using spatial analysis of fuel-loads data, identify and prioritize those wildland urban interface zones at most risk. Lead Agency: Spokane County CAS Supporting Agencies: National Forest Service, U. S. Bureau of Land Management, Washington State Department of Natural Resources Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grant Programs and Budgets URBAN FIRE Structure fires have the potential to spread to adjoining structures. In addition to typical methods of occurrence, structure fires are a potential secondary hwuard of earthquakes and riots. Building codes requiring fire detectors and sprink.1er.systems are in effect for most large structures, therefore, reducing some vulnerability. Injuries and casualties to the occupants, of a structure are a primary concern in all Structural fires. These events can also cause the release of hazardous materials and disconnect utility lines. 97 History Firefighters in Washington responded to more than 50,948 fire calls in 1998 that resulted in an estimated $206 million in property loss, with an average loss of $4,050 per call. More than 7,000 times each year, or 20 times a day, someone in Washington State suffers from a fire in his or her home. Tn 1998, there-were 73 fire deaths; 75 percent of these lire deaths occurred in dwellings where people live. 1998 marked a second consecutive year of no line-of-duty firefighter deaths in Washington State; however there were 237 injuries. Fire deaths in 1998 reached a 14-year high and were more than double 1997- figures. The five-year average for fire deaths was 55 per year.. The ten-year average was 62 deaths per year. In Washington State, 75 percent of all. fire deaths occurred in the home. Of great concern is the link of arson and suspected arson to fire deaths. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis in Spokane County, 85 percent of identified structure fires occur where people live and 98 percent of all fire deaths occur in homes: People are more at risk from a fire where they feel safest, in their homes. The leading causes of residential. fires in Spokane County are from heat from improperly operating electrical equipment, matches or lighters, electrical short-circuit or are, and beat from wood/paper fueled equipment and smoking. Heat from properly operating electrical equipment includes electric stoves, electric heaters, and other electrical appliances. Cooking is a leading cause of residential fires and home heating is the second leading cause, as reported to the United States Fire Administration through the National Incident Reporting System. Fires caused by home heating are usually caused by portable space heaters. In Spokane County, fires from wood or paper fueled equipment are also significant. The chimney is the third leading area of fire origin. Of the homes where fire deaths occurred, elderly and children had the highest fatality rates. Hotels, businesses, and educational buildings follow as the next leading buildings in which f res occur. These occupancy classes and others have special considerations that must be understood in order to protect citizens from fire dangers. Large assemblies, such as coliseums, retail facilities, and shopping malls are the types of buildings that make communities unique. Community activities often concentrate large numbers of people; creating the risk of large loss of life should a fire occur. To help these buildings be safe from fire, the Uniform Fire Code's international fire safety requirements have been adopted by Washington State. Urban communities with newer industrial and business facilities are reasonably secure from potential conflagration. These buildings are generally constructed of fire resistive 98 materials, protected with automatic sprinkler systems, and reasonably well separated. Although a major fire may occur ui such facilities, it would most likely not spread into adjoining structures. '01is observation is based on the following: • The Uniform Fire Code has required sprinklers in- certain industrial and business buildings since 1985. • Fire extinguishing and fire detection systems were installed during construction • Fire stations are strategically located nearby Conclusion Urban fire is a common event in urbanized areas. However, given modern building and fire codes, the potential for fire is not as great as wildland fires. The older residential and commercial areas of the Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley have the greatest potential for urban fire. Prevention is a simple solution to reduce destructive fires. It is incumbent upon each citizen to take the responsibility for his or her family and individual safety and to practice fire and burn prevention. Citizens should insure that the following critical areas. of preparedness and prevention are followed to reduce lire deaths and ; property losses: • hire sprinklers are the mosveffective fire protection feature a home can have. Instal hition of home sprinklers. must be aggressively pursued, especially for the vulnerable populations of the elderly and disabled. • Good public education programs, conducted by fire departments and districts, on fire safety. • Fire alarms and fire response are important and aid prevention. • The municipalities in Spokane County have adopted nationally recognized building and fire codes and rapidly changing fire and safety developments. State legislation is continually being developed and adopted to address specific fire-related-problems. URBAN FIRE ACTIONS Tier I M. Insure that all public water supplies are adequate and have the appropriate pressure to suppress fires. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Water .Department Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire 'Department, County Fire Districts Time Frame: Ongoing 99 Resources: Local ;Budgets UF2 . Require multiple water interconnects where there are multiple purveyors of water. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department, County Fire Districts, City of Spokane eater Department, Water Districts Time Frame: Two to Five Years -Resources: Local Budgets UF3 Encourage free access to home fire alarms through schools, senior centers and other locations. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing .Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants UF4 ;Encourage the use of flashing fire alarms for the hearing impaired. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: City oFSpokane Fire Department, County Fire Districts Time .Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets UFj Continue to support all fire safety programs including a family safety program on what to do during a fire disaster. - Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department 100 Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets th?6 • Monitor fire safety standards at locations that handle flammable cargo. Lead Agencies; City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local 'Budgets UF7 Ensure that all building codes tweet fire prevention and evacuation standards. Lend Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department, County Fire. Districts Tune Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets IFS Support adequate public fire protection. :Lead Agencies: City of Spokane -Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets 101 UC9 Require smoke alarms in all new construction and educate citizens on maintaining them. Lead Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department, County Furs Districts Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Vocal Budgets UF10 Keep all fire hydrants free and clear of any landscaping or other obstructions. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley Public Works Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets Ul+ 1-l. Encourage the establishment of volunteer support programs for fire protection. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management . Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets UF:12 Clearly identify service-boundaries and storage facilities of all water purveyors for fire response agencies. Lead Agencies: City of. Spokane Fire :Department Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Water Department, Water Districts 102 Time Frame: Two to Five Wears Resources: Local.Budgets PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING Development Trends and Other a'lans As noted earlier, Spokane County is a growing urban center with its population growing- by 15.7% over the 1990's (Hurand 2003). Population growth within in the City of Spokane during the 1990 to 2000 decade was slower than the county, approxmiately 1.0%. Much of the growth over the past decade and one-half has occurred in the now incorporated City of Spokane Valley, the unincorporated areas of the valley and the northern portion of the county. Recent population estimates by the U. S. Census Bureau indicate a slower but still substantial growth, 5.4% from 2000 to 2005. The City of Spokane's population grew 2% from 2000..1-lowever, from 2003 to 2005, the City of. Spokane Valley grew 4%. According to the Washington State Office of Financial Management these trends should continue. Spokane County must plan under the Washington State Growth Management Act. The Act also specifies that all municipal jurisdictions within the county must also plan under the act. The County and the City of Spokane are now in the process of their first major updates of then growth management plans. The-City of Spokane Valley is completing their first plan since incorporation. As part of this process, the three jurisdictions have critical areas plans and ordinances incorporating provisions for the natural hazards identified in their plans. Each municipality's planning process should continue to address these issues. This hazard mitigation plan can help inforni decision-making during these plan.ning processes and offer the opportunity to develop policies and actions related to these plans and any resulting planning regulations and building and construction ordinances. Good maps and environmental data are an integral part of hazard assessment. Spokane County has an excellent G1S operation that contains important information that can aid land development. Their staff has provided excellent support far this plan and should continue to update environmental as well as other data to not only support revisions*to this plan but to also inforni growth management planning. Several of the actions statements of this mitigation plan refer to this maintenance process. Many of the actions statements in this mitigation plan include capital improvements. These need to be reviewed and added to the list of capital improvements in the yearly review of capital budgets of the County and the two participating cities. This would give these improvements standing in the ongoing budgeting process and help the county and 103 the cities to identify not only local budgets but other resources forTunding. Each action item is accompanied by suggested funding sources that need to be explored to assist in completing the action. Plan Implementation .Each of the plan's action statements identifies a lead agency or agencies. For any specific action this agency, or organization is charged with its implementation with support from the supporting agencies listed with each action statement. Ultimately, the Deputy Director of Emergency Management for Spokane County and the Spokane County Disaster Council are responsible for the implementation of the entire plan. The Council would also serve as the oversight task. force plan monitoring and revision. Plan Monitoring, Maintenance and Addition of New Jurisdictions By statute, the All Hazard Plan must be reviewed every Five years. Each of the action statements indicate time frames for'the completion of any specific action. Thd Spokane County Disaster Council will conduct an annual review of the progress being made on each action. This will require them to work closely with the other task forces associated with hazard mitigation to insure a proper review. Upon completion of their review and alley giving proper public notice; a public meeting will be held to present their findings and take any comments from the audience. The notice of the meeting should be sent to all of the various stakeholders identified in the original process, i.e., development community, affected citizens and local emergency services providers. After this meeting, annual modifications can be made to the plan. During each of these annual updates, the Council should provide each municipality or special service district within the county that is not part of this multi jurisdictional plan the opportunity to participate in the plan. If they choose to do so; the must use the following procedure. 1. 'file Council provides the new jurisdiction with copy of plan, local planning requirements, and any other pertinent data. 2. The new jurisdiction reviews the approved plan and develops a "mini" jurisdictional plan that meets all of the local planning requirements, to include mitigation strategies (if different from multi jurisdictional strategies) and jurisdictional mitigation projects. if the new jurisdiction din' not participate in approved plan development and public process, then they must develop a, process that ensures their public's ability to participate in the plan development process. If the new jurisdiction public did participate in the approved plan development, they will still need to be involved in the development of new strategies and projects specific to tine new jurisdiction. 104 The primary benefit of this process is that the new jurisdiction does not have to recreate the majority of information already approved in this plan, they only need to address areas where their hazards, vRilnerabiIities, and risks, are.different. 3. The new jurisdiction then submits the completed/adopted "mini" local plan to Council for review to ensure conformance with this plan. 4. The Council reviews the "mini" local plan and accepts or returns for correction as necessary. 5. - Plans accepted by the Council are then forwarded to the Washington State -14azard Mitigation Programs Manager (SHMP Officer (SHRIO) for review with cover letter stating forwarded plan meets local approved plan standards and whether the plan is submitted with local adoption or for criteria met/plan not adopted review. 6.: SI 2P/Siv H0 reviews plans for DMA2K compliance. Non compliant plans are retumed to the Council for correction. Compliant plans are forwarded to .Department of Homeland Security Region X office for review with annotation as to the adoption status. 7. Region X reviews the new jurisdiction's plan in association with the approved plan to ensure DMA2K compliance. Region X notifies new jurisdiction of results of review with copies to SHMP/SHMO and approved plats planning authority. 8. The new jurisdiction corrects it plan shortfalls (if necessary) and resubmits to SI-IMPSHMO through the Council. 9. For plans with no shortfalls from the Region X review that have not been adopted, the new jurisdiction governing authority adopts the plan (if not already accomplished) and forwards adoption resolution to Region X with copies to lead agency approved plan planning authority and SFEMP/SFIM.O. 10. Region X Director notifies new jurisdiction governing authority of plan approval. 11. "Mini" plan is then included with the Regional plan with the commitment from the new jurisdiction to participate in the ongoing plan maintenance process.. Appendix D includes suggested action statements that might be adopted by specific jurisdictions beyond those included in this plan. Six months prior to-thc fifth year revisions, the Council will conduct a review, delete any actions that are completed and outdated and add any new actions to their individual lists. At the same time, the Council needs to update all of the appropriate data and secure any maps necessary for the review. This shall been done by the fifth year review and be included un the analysis of the action statement's and data update. 105 The Council will develop and schedule a citizen participation process that at the minimum allows citizens in the County and each of the cities to review these updatcs and make comments and additions and help set priorities for the action statements. A series of workshops in various venues within the County and cities will be held that allow for public comment on the revised action statements followed by a review at a public meeting for final comments before revisions are forwarded to the County Commissioners and governing bodies of any participating jurisdictions. After review by the governing bodies; the plan is submitted to the Washington State Hazard Mitigation Programs Manager for review for compliance. If it.requi.res corrections, it is returned to the Department of. Emergency Management for revisions. Once these revisions are made and approved by Washington State Hazard Mitigation Programs Manager or the plan is initially approved, the plan is forwarded to Region X, of the Department of. Homeland Security for review. As with the State review, the plan can be returned for corrections or approved. The results of these actions will be a revised plan that improves upon the data presented here, brings it into alignment with changes occurring in the county and sets revised goals, objectives and actions for the proceeding five years. Every effort should be made to include as many jurisdictions as possible. Finally, the Board of. County Commissioners and the legislative bodies of any participating jurisdictions will adopt the plan. Table 14 below shows the timeline of the proceeding actions. TABLE 14 Monitoring and Updating Schedule Year Activity 1 and subsequent ears Spokane Disaster Council review Revisions to Action Statements if necessary 5'' Year U date Revised risk and vulnerability anal sis Community workshops Spokane Disaster Council revisions Public review at public event Final plan revisions Public meeting State review of plan Department of Homeland Security Region X review Adoption by County Adoption by City Councils 106 ECONOMIC ANALYSIS Many of the action statements contained in this plan are policy decisions that require no capital outlay but can have enormous positive economic impact. Changes to codes and regulations and enforcement of these regulations can significantly reduce the losses associated with most of the natural hazards. Regulations pass the cost of implementation onto the private development sector and those who purchase or use their property. However, they have a lasting impact in reducing future losses during a disaster. Some actions are project specific and need further analysis of their benefits. At the time these actions are implemented a benefit/cost analysis should be completed. To gain maximum benefit-to cost ratios it is in-kportant to combine actions that might have benefits in more than one area, For example, raising roads above flood elevations can also provide additional fire accdss and can be constructed to reduce landslides. .Cacti jurisdiction has the responsibility for recognizing the specific actions recommended by this plan and incorporating them into their. plans and programs. They should then incorporate this analysis as part of updating plans and programs to insure that the actions witWn this plan are implemented. Generally, actions that help mitigate hazards can have positive economic returns. Any analysis should take into consideration the following benefits and costs: • :building damages that are avoided • Content damages that are avoided • Inventory damages that are avoided • Rental income losses that are avoided • Relocation and disruption expenses that are avoided • Proprietor's income losses that are avoided ' Political feasibility • Social costs such as family and neighborhood displacement Using current values at the time the analysis is done may ignore the long term benefits. Thus, it may be necessary to utilize net present value to include future benefits of any single project. Cost Analysis Process For any project action, the process for analyzing its benefits versus its costs is as follows: 1. l'dentify the various alternatives for completing the project. The alternatives should be clear and directed specifically at the desired outcomes taking into account the use of multiple resources to achieve multiple outcomes. 2. Calculate the costs and benefits. 107 Determine the project costs including any future operation costs. Calculate any benefits to be gained by the project noting long-term as well as short-gains both to society and the environment as well to the specific action. 3. Analyze and rank the alternative based on the analysis. Using these analyses, rank order the alternatives. The ultimate outcome must match the available funding resources for the project and political feas i b i I ity. In the final analysis, it is important to understand that some actions have far greater benefit than others, but also may be easier to achieve. Reaching achievable outcomes helps build confidence in moving ahead with the plan. REFERENCES lTurand, F. 2004. [furand, Fred A. 2004. Population Change and.l,orecasts.for Spokane County Washington and Kootenai, County, Idaho. Cheney, WA: Institute for Public Policy and Economics, Eastern Washington University. Washington State Office of Financial Management. 2006. h tt n' /lvv~t~. o fm . wa. € ovlp op ld e fa u l t. as p U. S. Fire Administration. 2000a. 2000 Wildland Fire Season, Topical Fire Research Series, Vol. 1, Mo. 2. Washington, D. C.: U. S.1?ire Administration. U. S. Fire Administration. 2000b. Wildfires: A I1istorical Perspective. Topical Fire Research Series, Vol. 1, No. 3. Washington, D. C.: U. S. Fire Administration. 108 APPENDIX A COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 28`h 7:00 PM - 9:06 PM 1. Welcome ll. Introduction. of Team Darrell Ruby, the county's mitigation project director, introduced Tom Mattern, Director of Emergency Management and Dr. Fred l-Iurand; planning consultant. Darrell Ruby and Tom Mattern are members employed by the Spokane County in the Department of Emergency Management. Dr. Durand is a hazard mitigation specialist and urban and regional planning professor at Eastern Washington University. il:e will be assisting the Committee along with Ardele Steele and Megan.Gunning, students in the Urban and Regional Planning Program at Eastern Washington University. 1=11 Introduction of Committee Committee members paired off and asked to interview each other. Each conunittee member introduced his partner and any concern or question about the project he or she had. The Committee expressed the Following concerns: 109 1) Get the plan doneM 11) Focus on the basics to 2) See Plan finished get the plan done 3) No mixed messages- 12) Concerns about health complete the plan pandemics and 4) Be proactive about evacuation hazards, not reactive 13) Who is the organization 5) How will this in charge of hazard process/plan affect mitigation and does the Avista? public know? 6) What will the effects be 14) Fire danger on first responders? 15) Where do city plans 7) Concern about not interface with county having an evacuation plans? plan in place 16) Evacuation 8) Matching technology to 17) Focus on environmental people during hazards hazards- not just 9) Money for planning terrorist hazards 10) Adequate broad-based 18) Road design in urban public involvement areas TV. Answer Questions Dr. ffurand discussed each concerri/question at length. ffere'were his responses: • It is not only a goal of the committee but also the interest of Spokane County to complete the plan as quickly and efficiently as possible. ■ A.vista's facilities are critical because of their role in the distribution of power. ■ The police/fire departments most likely have their protocols for major emergency response. Our efforts focus on hazard mitigation rather than emergency response although there may be actions in the plan that would facilitate emergency response. ■ Evacuation is a major concern for most people and although not required for a mitigation plan, the plan will recognize the need for an adequate evacuation plan. Darrell Ruby noted that the County is currently working on an evacuation plan. John Botelli provided the initial maps for evacuation'planning from Spokane County GIS department. • hf_forts will be made to keep everyone informed as well as to keep the process simple such that technology does not make the plan or resources inaccessible. 93 Public involvement is not only strongly encouraged but also required by FEMA. ■ Dr. 'Fred Hurand will assist the committee in completing the plan. One of the organizations that provides mitigation grants and disaster funds is C E VA. 110 fire danger is definitely an environmental hazard in Spokane County and must therefore be addressed in the mitigation plan. The minimal legal requirements for an emergency mitigation plan only request mitigation planning for natural hazards. Because the project is overdue, the committee is asked to focus on the minimum requirements rather than extra requirements such as terrorism. .1koad design will be a big factor in mitigation planning. The example was given about emergency vehicle being able to enter a disaster area and not exit because of road design. V. Set Committee Ground Rules Committee members dispersed into groups and created phrases that characterize good committee conduct. Each group eliminated and then chose the phrases they agreed upon. The Committee reviewed phrases from all groups and set rules for Committee conduct for the planning process. The following are the rules: 1) We,DO NOT go backwards. 2) Regular attendance by each committee member is expected 3) Each meeting will have a pre-amtounced agenda. 4) All conunittee members are expected to be prepared for the agenda. 5) The Committee needs to stay focused on the plan: 6) All committee members are accountable for their responsibilities 7) Do not interrupt others when they are speaking. 8) Think outside of the box. 9) Actively listen to others and contribute to each meeting 10) Follow the ground rules 11) Have a sense of humor 12) Be respectful of others. Vl. Review Process A hand out was distributed outlining the process of F'ENU-k review. Fred reviewed the process. V1T. Conimittee Schedule The next committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26 at 6:00 PM in the same location. VU-1. Wrap Up and Evaluation Each committee member received an evaluation form for the evening's meeting. The following comments were made: Question I.: What did you like most about the meeting? e Ended on time That we're moving forward Very structured. Good introduction on whatwe are going to do. 111 ■ Organization. Exercises effective. ■ Mi ecting other community representatives. ■ Important information being part of the fiiture planning of Spokane County ■ Facilitator knows how to manage the meeting ■ Informative, collaborative ■ Well organi~xd. Good facilitator-very skilled ■ The planning process is underway with a schedule • At least we are starting ■ Organ izational ■ Good discussion, quite a lot of interest from those of us here ■ Well done. Thank you ■ The people ■ All comments and ideas were considered • General diversity of group Question 2: What didn't you like? ■ Extraneous comments on personal'issues rather than focus on whole county. ■ Lack. of respect by some participants towards others' questions. ■ Could have provided additional information on process/timeline for development of plan. ■ One (sp??) facilitator Committee member are negative and not (sp??) (sp??) keep her under control. ■ Meeting started too late (7:00pm) and almost ended on time ■ Process ok ■ Seems to have dead time. When tabulating results we should be tasked with other duties. ■ Little too long ■ Too heavy emphasis on Ponderosa and Spokane Valley (although several indicated they were community minded) ■ At this time-Nothing ■ Some people are a bit too hard to hear ■ Specific problems by participants rather than "community" Question 3: What would you change if you could? ■ More diverse citizen representation ■ More food ■ Meeting time (already addressed with earlier start) ■ Can't think of anything yet ■ Room is a I ittle warm ■ Distribute agenda and minutes in advance Clear directions. Purpose for each meeting :Provide an agenda in advance so we all know what to expect ■ Notlung-it went very well. Participation was also very good ■ A.sk same question alter neat meeting 112 Ensure wider representation. Focus group on "community" rather than specific city. Question 4: Other comments? ■ Lots of work to do! ■ Overall good, group (sp??)vi developing the plan. • Sounds like a good process ■ We need firm time frame to complete task ■ Thanks Fred, Ardele, Megan! ■ Ni one at this time ■ Please email the public comment form so we can email it out to others. SPOKANE COUNTY HAZARDS NX('.1'IGATION COINDUTTEE . Preliminary Agenda Wednesday, October 26, 2005 6:00 to 8:30 PH Spokane County Emergency Operations Center L Introduction of Any'New Members IL Review of Meeting Rules ❑ We DO NOT go backwards ❑ Each meeting will have a pre-announced agenda ❑ All, members are expected to prepare for the agenda ❑ Stay focused on the plan ❑ Each member is accountable for his/her responsibilities ❑ Do not interrupt others when they are.speaking a Think outside the box ❑ Actively listen to others and contribute to each meeting ❑ Follow the ground rules ❑ Have a sense of humor ❑ Be respectful of others ll1. Collection of Any Comment Sheets and Their Distribution Discussion on possible method of distributing information to public: ❑ SR Centers ❑ PTA ❑ Service Clubs ❑ Licensing Folks • Avista 113 N. Finalize List of Hazards ❑ Winter Storm ❑ Power Failure ❑ Terrorism Ci- Urban Fire ❑ Wildfire ❑ :Flood ❑ Disease Outbreak ❑ V. Break VI. Review FEMA Categories for Goals ❑ Prevention- Actions which help to prevent losses ❑ Properly Protection- Actions designed to protect-property ❑ Public 13ducation' and Awareness- Actions to make the general public aware of hazards and be prepared ❑ Natural Resource Protection- Actions designed to take advantage of natural resources to protect a community a Emergency Services- Actions that insure effective emergoncy response ❑ Structural Projects- Creation of structural projects that help reduce hazard losses. f'1A7,'MAT discussed Probability of happening ❑ Frequency ❑ Severity V.CI:. Set Mitigation Goals Dot=F: xercise Directions: a individually list as many goals as you can think of. 1 per 3X5 card ❑ Pick a recorder and wvr-ite down goals, eliminate duplication • "Discuss each goal and place an asterisk nest to each one you all agree with. Goals 1.- inclusive of population (pre=plan, communication, information) 2- PropertylFinancial Goss 3- Response for special needs citizens 4- Effective-planning for emergency fire evacuation i.nc. new developments and - land use 5- Provide for protection of public/environment/communication infrastructure 114 6- NMaintain civil order 7- Speed recovery 8- Amend land use regulations and building codes 9- Facilitate citizen preparation for residence shelters through public education 10- Develop infrastructure of emergency supplies throughout county 11- Create disaster assessment for any situation 12- Develop early warning system 13-:Prioritize hazards 14- Plum to address each hazard 15-Develop a "systems" understanding of each hazard 16- Protect public health 17- Identify gaps in information of each hazard 18- Prevent loss of property 1.9-Identify "high risk" areas for wild fire, winter storm, etc 20- Better protection of critical infrastructure (i.e. water tanks, wells) 21- Specific plan for private/public cooperation. 22-Public awareness of their own responsibilities in a specific event 23- Assure means of communication, public and inter-agency 24-:Plan recognizes need to include special needs population (20% of SpolQLnc population) 25- Public awareness- define "All Hazards Mitigation" 26- Assessment of "All Hazards", for Spokane County 27- Develop mitigation plan to minimize financial impact of natural disasters 28-Access fuel loads in urban-wildlife interface and develop zoning/building to reduce fire potential 29- Institute program such as "fire-wise" to promote community buy-in 30-Match resources to most likely hazards . 31- Identify risk and severity and proper alig~u~lent of resources to respond 32- Identify key infrastructure elements and resources 33- Define interagency cotrununication for hazard response 34-Identify "high risk" groups such as elderly, children, and special needs 35-Identify county wide evacuation plzui 36-Educate public of disaster preparedness VILL Wrap-Up and Evaluation What did you like about the meeting? ❑ 'Nice folks ❑ Group participation • Variety of opinions ❑ informative and thought provoking _ ❑ Good to aet down to work ❑ Dot exercise and group dynamics ❑ Well organized and progress in sight 115 ❑ The group has started to provide input and there is better interaction ❑ Goal setting exercise ❑ Everyone had a chance to say something and be individual ❑ Cleared up some direction and future activities ❑ Participating- everyone was asked to participate and it worked very well 'o Accomplished items on agenda What didn't you like? ❑ It would help if there was an outline of the actual scope of what is the goal of this process and examples of other communities' product. ❑ back of a targei for the process ❑ Some things were vague (directions for example) c❑ Missed dinner ❑ At times, a lack of clarity/direction ❑ 1\ro problems yet ❑ Lack of productivity ❑ Seemed to look like we made bur goals as we went, no clear goal What would you change if you could? ❑ Perhaps we should share the weed of this process in terns of $ for our community. Pre-incident Post-incident ❑ Specific action items for follow up ❑ This seems like a very vague process dependent upon opinion but lacking specific direction relevant to realistic mitigation planning that will be implemented by community i think this ;group needs a good acronym and T-shirts. (C.H.U.MT S- County Hazard Understanding Mitigation Planning Specialists) ❑ I think it would be helpful if you had well defined criteria for topics- then we make decisions. For example with gathering information: maximum response- min. effort ❑ What is general schedule for long range and when is end point ❑ Go from 6-9 with a faster pace and more work being accomplished ❑ Just keep on trucking Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, November :16th 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 1. Introductions and Review of Agenda II. Review of Committee Rules 116 W. Discussion of Process and Outcomes IV. Discussion of Goals V. Discussion of Rank Order of Hazards Hazard Score Rank Severe Local Storm 29 1 Wildfire 31 Hazardous Material 81 3 Flood 92 4 Urban Fire 92 4 Disease Epidemic 113 6 Earthquake 11A i Volcano 119 - A Terrorism 120 Drought 132 10 Civil Disturbance 134 11 Landslide 136 12 VI. Break V.[f. Develop Plan Objectives 1) Property Protection Protect critical public facilities and infrastructure from possible damage due to hazards. Reduce the impact of hazards on the built envirownent Objectives: Promote the.use of hazard resistant structural methods for buildings. Promote individual family planning for property protection. Promote review of land use ordinance. Identify portions of the built environment that share common hazard vulnerability. (e.g. Ponderosa and fire, etc) [-farden essential facilities e Strength/itttegrity • Access control 0 Back-ups o HVAC updates/ shut-off 1'iomote personal Firewise Plan Plan for adequate access/egress Consider impacts of natural hazards on future land use 117 ■ Address infrastructure and code compliance with developers ■ Develop security plan for essential facilities. 2) Natural Resources ■ Balance natural resource preservation with life; property, and safety protection. Objectives ■ Advocate "best management" practices for development to reduce potential losses from disasters. ■ Reduce•conflicts between high intensity land uses and natural resources. ■ Educate the public in emergency preparation and prevention ■ Review regulations for aquifer protection ■ ~ncourage/support defensible space and construction material ■ Maintain natural system flood protection (shorelines, wetlands, etc) ■ Restrict development in critical areas where hazards exist Promote projects that mitigate impact on the environment ■ Provide ordinances and codes to regulate land use. 3) Emergency Services • Ensure effective and efficient emergency response and recovery capabilities to reduce the loss of life and property during and after a disaster. ■ Establish and maintain a reliable communications system between public responders and the general public during a disaster • Ensure that citizens, including those with special needs, can effectively evacuate from potential disasters. Objectives ■ Ensure the countywide distribution of emergency supplies. ■ Create special needs registry (voluntary/problematic) ■ Pre-deploy emergency supplies to various geographic locations. ■ 1Cnpleinent/develop a joint information plan for EDC ■ Shared communication protocols ■ Power-back up and system operability ■ rdahoAVashington ? ■ Evaluate capacity of shelters/food banks: number of people, duration of service, etc ■ Neighborhood level preparedness ■ Coordinate neighborhood education plans with regional plan ■ -Encourage NOAA radio ownership ■ Tdentify all facilities with special needs people. ■ Manage and disseminate consistent information to public ■ Mutual aid plans for public works/code enforcement programs 4) Public Education and Awareness Ensure that all citizens, including those with special needs, are aware of potential hazards and disaster preparedness. Objective 118 ■ Develop a disaster preparedness public information program. ■ Address mitigation response and recovery ■ Promote personal supply disaster kit ■ Educate public of personal responsibility ■ Improve understanding of the location and potential impacts of natural hazards. ■ Develop public information to be disseminated by TV, radio, press, telecommunication, neighborhood groups, mail, and school. ■ Develop a plan to address needs of citizens that are transpotationally challenged (i.e. nursing homes, retirement centers, etc) and inform these special needs people of the circumstances. ■ Teach disaster preparedness in the public schools and have parents sign it as homework. ■ Work with TV stations to prepare "'shows" segments on the news and on the web. ■ "safety pup", "disaster dog", and "aqua duck" characters ■ break open the "silos" and communicate as a consortium of public agencies and private businesses. ■ Recruit business, civic, and children's groups to participate in communication. 5) Structural Projects ■ Support the building of structural projects that will significantly reduce the impact of hazards but that do not create additional environmental harm. Objectives: ■ Design standards for earthquakes, floods, winds. Evaluate dxisting bridges and commercial buildings Backup ingress/egress for wildlandlurban interface Evaluate hardness and harden central public facilities: security access control, generators Evaluate relationship of thoroughfares to potentially hazardous situations. ■ Look for and identify transportation bottle necks for evacuation systems Identify potential impact of:Avista/Dam failure for geography and inundation. hiiprovements? ■ review existing building codes and upgrade Seek grants to comply with latest fine and building codes. Offer incentives (taxes,permits) to upgrade existing buildings Expedite approval process for projects of structural improvement Review hazardous material transportation requirements. 6) Prevention Reduce the risks associated with natural and human caused hazards through mitigation planning 119 ■ Encourage public and private cooperation in disaster mitigation planning. ■ 1✓nsure that all local land development plans and regulations lessen the impact of potential natural and human caused disasters. Objectives: • Develop a continuously revised database that identifies and prioritizes natural and human caused hazards. ■ Establish a tool/method for collecting data from all hazards identified to compare each hazard. ■ Objectively prioritize all hazards supported by the data collected ■ Educate public in prevention and hazards, risks, avoidance, and mitigation. • Ensure that there is consistency and coordination in critical area planning, policy and regulations between jurisdictions. ■ Reduce the financial and social impacts. • Identify gaps in potential response/protection and find money to fix/close those gaps • implement early warning systems. (disease, weather, reverse-91.1, E.A.S) VllI. Set Next Meeting Date and Discuss' omework The next meeting will be January 19°', 2006 at 6:30 pm to-9:00 pm UK Evaluations What did you like most about the meeting? ■ Well facilitated ■ The activity kept us engaged ■ Content-participation ■ Doing our group work ■ Good team; creative ■ Development of plan is logical- time frame is better. Focus is going fine ■ Good fruit and cookies! Accomplished stuff. Started at 6:30 and finished early ■ Progress on plan ■ Agenda discussion ■ My hazard rating was correct ■ Everyone thing went extremely well. Thank-.; Chuck Good group discussions What didn't you like? • Everything was fine • clothing What's not to like? «rhat would you change if you could? • Move along a little faster • My energy level after 14 hours of work 1.20 ■ All OK • Tone ■ Nothing Other Comments ■ Tom Schol tens and Gary Richards will be out of town Jan-]?eb-Mar- we already told.C red at first meeting. Gary Richards ■ See you on January 19t" Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes of Meeting of Tanuary.19, 2006 The meeting began at 6:30 PM in the Spokane County Emergency Operations Center. Introduction Fred Hurand opened the meeting by-reviewing the ground rules for the Committee and reviewing accomplishments to date. Setting Action Statements The Committee then spent most of the evening reviewing action statements that had been emailed to Fred prior to the meeting and correcting and adding to these statements. "rhe revised statements are attached. Fred was given the responsibility for moving any statements that appeared to be associated with more than one hazard to an all hazards category and to add any additional statements he felt necessary. Discussion of Community Participation The Committee then discussed how it might proceed to involve citizens in the review of the action statements and the draft plan. ft-was agreed that public officials should be notified first of any actions to be taken. Fred is to prepare a short PowerPoint presentation to be reviewed at the next meeting. Fred will also prepare alternative possibilities for community participation. The Committee is responsible fiar.sugbcsting venues for participation and for volunteering for these activities. Pest Meeting The next meeting will be at the Emergency Operations Center on Wednesday, February 1.6, at 6:30PM. 121 Spokane county Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes of Meeting February 15, 2006 1. Reviewed Agenda I.T. Reviewed Ground Rules .111. Questions on Actions • Professor Hurand answered a series of questions on the action statements IV. PowerPoint • Professor Hurand reviewed the l'owerPoint presentation and to'note of changes that should be made before using the presentation in the next series of events V. Process • The committee discussed the next step in the community participation process and decided on the following goals for the process: 1% Education 2. Informing 3. Collecting Opinions on Actions 4. Validation V[. Venues The following venues for participation were identified: 1. :Darrell -First Responders event 3/7-31$ 2. John]Luann/Gill - SCOk'I:.ICOPS 3/7-3/8 3. Tom - Spokane Valley City Council 3%1.7 4. Chuck - School Districts and NTeighborhood Alliance 5. John Mercer - NIcighborhoodAssembly V_ U. What's Next • The participation materials will be constructed by Fred and staff • Individual committee members will use materials to collect infonnation from the public and inform them • The committee has the responsibility to review all of the actions statements and begin to identify three specific items for each and be prepared to review these at the nest meeting 1. Who, which agencies should be responsible for each action 2. What the timing should be, short, medium or long range 3. What are the possible resources for accomplishing the action VIH. Wrap 'Up The nest meeting is March 16 at 6:30 PM at the *.Cmergency Operations Center 1.22 Spokane County All Hazards 'Kiti gation Meeting Minutes "Thursday, March 16, 2006 1. Agenda :17. Participation A. Venues B. Materials (April 20th) M. Action on Actions A. Warm-Up Al Encourage all citizens to have a disaster kit which contains food, water, flashlights, batteries, battery operated radios, and medications. Who: DEM, media When: On going Resources: SCOPE, cop shops, Red Cross, CERT, DE:.K Regional Health A2 Establish procedures for mobilizing heavy equipment during disasters Who: Fire department, engineering department, DEM, City/County legal When: ASAP Resources: Commercial H.E. sale (Le CAT), H.E Private companies, military reserve/NG, City/County roads, private citizen. A3 Identify and publish the location of disaster shelters. Who: Will never happen- Red Cross Shelters all over county When: Not a good idea- When disaster happens Resources: Schools, churches, community centers A4 :11'stablish procedures for providing provisions shelters Who: Red Cross When: Already in place Resources: Red Cross A5 Encourage development of early warning systems to inform public of potential problerns. Who: DEM/Sheriff When: Already dope Resources: A6 Identify the location of special needs populations and develop any early warning system for them. Who: Red Cross database When: ASAP Resources: Grant money, SNAP, County Health, Mental Health, Omsbudsman, Elderly services, Schools, STA-Special Transit A7 Develop a plan for evacuating special needs populations. Who: Red Cross coordinator When: ASAP 123 Resources: Fire department, police, schools, STA, Laidlaw, Hospital transports, taxi cabs. A£1 Develop adequate communication systems between'disaster response agencies. Who: Red Cross .ECRO-van When: Done Resources: Disaster Response Agency. A9 Support the continuation of tabletop drills, field exercises, and other training for response personnel. Who: Spokane county sheriff When: Done .resources: A.11 agencies A10 Insure that all response agencies are equipped to respond to any disaster. Who: Spokane County Sheriff, elected official with budget responsibilities. When: ASAP Resources: $ Al 1 Develop a multi-hazards evacuation plan. Who: DE M' When: Now Resources: See above A12 Inform public, including special needs population, of evacuation plans and routes. Who: Sheriff/Police When: When it happens Resources: Media, door-to-door, SCOPE, cop shop, cert, school district Al a Create a website to allow citizens to communicate with each other Who: When: `Vhdre: A14 Involve the Local Emergency Planning Committee in all hazard preparations. Who: When: Done Resources: At 5 Protect all sources of potable water. Who: Sheriff, police, suite health district, water district, and department of agriculture When: Resources: A16 Identify alternative sources of potable water Who: Water purveyors 124 When: Short term Resources: County water purveyors, purveyors association, DOE Al7 Cooperate with local media to prepare messages that will assist the public in responding to disasters. Who: Regional media association (TV, radio, newspapers) When: Short term Resources: Local EAS/National Weather Service A 18 Prepare procedures and sites for decontamination Who: Regional HAZ-MAT responders When: Short term Resources: Spokane Fire Department, County emergency Management Al9 Use traffic simulations to predict evacuation problems and plan for these problems. Who: Spokane Regional "transportation Council `'Then: Short Tenn Resources: Transportation Management Center, Transportation Management System, ITS A20 Create a plan for pet and livestock rescue and shelter with local animal control agencies. Who: SCRAPS, Humane Society, HEARTS, Large Animal Veterinary Association When: Short tem Resources: Horse and livestock associations, beef associations, show horse associations, 4H, FFA, Spokane County Ag Coop A21 Create a method for parents to reach their children during disaster emergencies. `V-ho: School districts- #81/ ESD 101 When: Short term Resources: Broadcast alert systems A22 Cooperate with local school districts to prepare plans for school evacuation or shelter in-place. Who: School districts in cooperation with state When: Short term Resources: Rapid Responder A23 Develop a post-disaster debris management program Who: Waste Management/DNR When: Short term .Resources: Waste to energy plant, Avista Kettle Fall s gen station A24 Offer damage assessment training .for trained personnel annually Who: FENW State Insurance Department When: Short term 125 Resources: Insurance Adjuster Association/FEMA guidelines A25 Insure that the Department of. Emergency Management has a complete Disaster Response Plan and that it is annually reviewed and revised. Who: Sheriff/County Commissioners When: Now Resources: Department of Emergency Management A26 Develop a plan for using school buses and public transportation to move people to shelters. Who: STA.- coordinate with schools When: ASAP Resources: Municipalities and school district A27 Identify critical businesses and public services and ensure their continued ' operation during disaster. Who: Banking, .food supplies, water district, Fire-Law enforcement, electrical, Chamber of Commerce, Health District When: ASAP Resources: Same as above _ B. What's Next IV. Wrap Up Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes ofNleeting of. April 20, 2006 t. Review Agenda H. Presentations ICI. State Review The Committee's progress has been reviewed by Marty.hest. "His comments were presented at the meeting and suggestions for improvement were addressed. TV. Wh6, When,.Resources Volcano VI: Inform the public about proper responses to protect themselves and proper clean-up procedures. Who: D:Li IFFMfUVrVIR.adio/ARC/17OEf.Fire When: Resources: All hazards disaster materials V2: Stockpile face masks, duct tape, and other materials for distribution to the public. 126 Who: Health Department/Red Cross/Personal.Preparedness When: In progree :Resources: M%4RS grants, personal disaster kits V3: Provide information to those with lung diseases, parents with small children, and other with information to reduce physical problems. Who: DHHS/Special Needs Committee/scbools . When: At time of occurrence Resources: Schools, ALA V4: Protect electrical and mechanized equipment from damage Who: Utilities/h ENIA references, All disciplines When: Resources: WA State, Alaska Websites Severe Storm SS 1 :Encourage tree trimming on public and private property Who: Municipalities/Utility Agencies/Fire Districts When: ASAP Resources: Media/School Districts/Dept of Natural Resources/Neighborhood Org. SS2: Create a public education program on mitigating damage due to stones Who: Municipalities/Neighborhood Org./Fire Districts/Law Enforcement When: Annually Resources: All of the above, county SS3:1-ncourage all the use of alternative generators but only with proper education about their use. Who: Utility Agencies, stores that sell them, manufacturers When: On going... 'Resources: Utility agencies SS4: Establish priority reconnects with local utility companies Who: Fire Districts/Law Enforcement When: As needed Resources: Note above SS5: Require backup generators at all critical facilities. Who: Hospitals, nursing homes, law enforcement, fire department, radio stations, emergency shelters, DSHS, prisms, county/state, TV stations. When: Mow Resources: private, county/state public facilities, Red Cross, Dept of Homeland Security SS6: Support the continuation of an early warning system for storms utilizing current meteorological data Who: NWS, Homeland. Security, TV-:C-1SA When: In progress Resources: NWS, DHS SS7: Encourage the reinforcement of all infcastructurc and utilities to withstand a severe storm Who: Avista, Inland Power, Cellular Co, Qwest, Modern Electric, Vera Pawn, Model Pawn, Radio, TV 127 When: Now Resources: Private SS8: Encourage the continued development of underground utility lines Who: Electric Co. When: Not likely except in new developments; long term following damage to system. Resources: surcharges on bills, privatge Urban Fire UP]: Insure that all public'water supplies are adequate and have the appropriate pressure to suppress fires Who: Fire department, cities, counties, water district When: On Going Resources: UF2: Require multiple water interconnects where there are multiple purveyors of water. Who: County, cities, water districts When: Resources: UF3: Provide free access to home fire alarms through schools, senior centers, and other locations Who: FireDistricts1COR1; When: C J Resources: U[74: Encourage, the use of flashing fire alarms for the hearing impaired Who: Fire Departments/CORE When: On going Resources: Nash Association Technology Foundation loans, grants iJP5: Continue to support all fire safety programs including a family safety program on what to do during a fire disaster Who: PSA through TV)Fire District/School District When: Resources:, UF6: Encourage the sale of space heaters with cooler surfaces Who: -hire Department, Bldg officials When : Resource: UF7: Monitor fire safety standards at locations that handle 17ammable cargo Who: Fire Department When: Resources: UF8: Ensure that all building bores meet fire prevention and evacuation standards. Who: Local Ord/State Law When: Resources: UF9: Support adequate public fire protection 128 Who: hire department, state law When: Resources: Uh1.0: Require smoke alarms in all new construction and educate citizens on m¢iint<aining them. Who: State When: Done Resources: UF11 Keep all fire hydrants free and clear of any landscaping or other obstructions. Who: city/county utilities, ord When: Resources: U1712: Encourage the establishment of volunteer support programs for fire protection Who: When: Resources: UF13: Clearly identify water purveyors for all fire response agencies Who: County emergency management When: In progress Resources: County, state Landslide Ll.: Restrict building in areas of potential landslides Who: Municipalities planning depart, bldg code When: on-going Resources: L2: Using walls, vegetation, and other techniques, retrofit areas to prevent landslides Who: bldg code, developers, private citizens When: Resources: L3: Conduct geological studies to determine areas of potential slides Who: Bldg code, state-wide legislation, permits, energy devel When: Resources: L4: Require geo-teclu-iical analysis of all sites in potential landslide areas and require appropriate mitigation Who: experts When: 1ZesoLirces: f S: Regularly monitor all potential landslide areas Who: County engineers, state -When: On going Resources: L6: Inform people of landslide areas 129 Who: County engineers, state When: on-going Resources: L7: Identify possible alternate transportation routes in case of a landslide Who: County, State Patrol, Police, Fire Districts When: Resources: .,8: Inform property owners of measures they can take to reduce landslides Who: County, State, City When: Now Resources: Wild Land Fire WF1: Encourage citizens to create a defensible space around their homes Who: Fire Districts, MNR. When: On-going Resources: Budget Item WF2: In cooperation with local fire districts, establish design and construction standards for wild land urban interface zones A lio: Local government When: On-going Resources: Budget Item WF3: Encourage citizens to carry fire fighting supplies when camping or working in fields and open rangeland Who: DNR, F&Wildlife, Local Fire district, Public Agencies, BSA When: On-going Resource Budget Item W*F4: Cooperate with local schools to create a public education program on wildlife hazards Who: Local Dire Dept/DNR When: On-going Resources: Budget item WF5::12equirc emergency access roads where-necessary Who: Planning dept/Fire, L.E., DOT When: 1. year Resources: WM Rcyuire that all new development in wild land urban interface areas to provide two means of ingress/egress Who: Planning dept/traffic planning When: done Resources: W"177: Support the Firewise Program Who: Fire district residents When: Now Resources: grants, FEMA,-Feds, D1\% WF8: Using a fuels layer study, identify and prioritize those wild land urban interface zones at most risk. 130 Who: hire district, WSU, DNR, VSFS, various governments When: Resources: grants Drought 171: Encourage surface water storage for irrigation supply Who: Public, farm barn extension When: Now Resources: D2: Deepen Wells in which static water level is close to piper Who: Water districts, private wells When: Now Resources: D3: Encourage the purchase of crop insurance Who: Farm extension, fanners co-op )4Ilien: Now Resources: 174:.Protect aquifer recharge areas and wetlands Who: cities, counties, state codes When: Now Resources: State law, county code, FEIMA S DS: Monitor wells for quality as the aquifer drops Who: Water districts, health district, state* When: 'Now Resources: Federal Law, State Law D6: Provide water charge rebates for drip irrigation of landscaper, limiting lawn sizes, and using drought tolerant native plants Who: Plan dept, water district When: As needed Resources: D7: Create a structured residential water rate system that lowers rates for low usage and raises rates for higher usage Who: Public utility omm, city water dept When : Resources: DS: Create a public education campaign on water conservation for delivery at schools, churches, businesses, public media sites, and other venues Who: Public and private water districts, WSU When: On going .Resources: D9: Explore the potential for using gray water for irrigation Who: Sane as above. Municipal sewer agencies, DOE Water qual. When: Resources: D10: Expand fire safety. planning and prevention activities in areas vulnerable to drought. Who: Local/State Fire, Forest service, DNR 131 When: Now Resources: Local and state fire D11: Support WMA proposed water conservation measures Who: County, State, Fed When: Current and on going Resources: County D12: Support the Department of Fish and Wildlife's efforts to mitigate drought impact on wildlife Who: County, State, USFWS, BGN4 When: Now Resources: Local, State, Fed Flood F 1: Provide an early warning system on streams with the most potential for flood damage to structures Who: Local govt, DOE When: On going Resources: State and Fed. Grants F2: Create local incentives to encourage stream-bank protection using vegetation to reduce turbidity and floating debris Who: DOE, WA Dept for W When: On going Resources: F3: Require that new culverts on all major roads are able to pass a 100-year flood Who: WA DOE, F&W, FERIA When: Resources: F4: Provide protection for bridge abutments Who: Dept of Transportation, Co Engr When: On-going Resources: F5: Require clearance fora 100 year flood on all new bridges Who: Dept of trans, Co'Eng When: Resources: 176: Ensure all hazardous materials storage Lanks are secure from flooding Who: Local community flood damage Prev Ord When: Resources: F7: Protect all public `eater and sewage facilities from flooding Who: Same When: Resources: 1T8: Update all flood insurance maps Who: FERA. When: On-going 132 Resources: 1"4: Nlotify all homes and businesses in flood prone areas of the possible risk Who: Planning Dept When: On-going Resources: .x'10: Create a public education program about flood risk and property protection . Who: CRS When: On-going Resources: Fl 1: Evaluate all existing building and planning codes for flood protection and modify to ensure the reduction of repetitive flood losses. Who: Local govts- building and planning When: On going Resources: focal govt F12: Ensure die existing codes reduce hillside rLmoff _ Who: City/county B&P, forestry When: On-going Resources: Local Govt F13: Stockpile sandbags and sand at strategic locations Who: County When: Resources: F 14: Prevent the manipulation of steams that might cause downstream flooding utilizing effective code enforcement Who:.I,ocal govt, DNR., hydrology When: On going Resources: State and local F15: 'Kequire on-site water retention for new development Who: city/county building and planning When: On-going Resources: city, county, state h 16: Protect natural flood storage areas such as wetlands from development Who: Local ord When: On going Resources: F.17: Encourage communities to be involved in the Flood Insurance Communities Rating System Who: DOE, FEMA When: On going Resources: No cost to communities on NFll' F 1 S: Promote buyouts of repetitive loss properties in flood prone areas Who: DOE, FE-MA When: on-going Resources:.DEM, DOE, F.hiMA Earthquake i 133 E1: Map all geological hazards and make this information available to the public Who: DNR, USGS When: Done in CAO, TBC Resources: E2: Inventory all. un-reinforded masonry building, bridges are other structures for earthquake vulnerability Who: ATC21 (Allied Tech Council) When: On-going Resources: E3: Encourage the retrofit of all vulnerable structures Who: Local ordinance When: Resources: E4: Ensure that all hazardous materials storage facilities are earthquake resistant Who: Local ord to retrofit . When: . Resources: E5: Ensure that all critical public facilities are earthquake resistant Who: County planning and building dept When: Permit Resources: create'ordinances, cty commiss' 136: Create a public education program about the potential earthquakes and response during an earthquake emergency Who: Tied Cross, DOH Books When: On going Resources: Disaster preparedness books, websites E7: Develop contingency plans for accepting evacuees from other locations Who: Red Cross, Spokane Regional Health District When: On going ' Resource's: FEMA' E&: Adopt earthquake resistant construction techniques in geologically sensitive areas Who: Couutty planning and building dept When: ASAP Resources: Ctg commission E9: Minimize development iii areas of steep slopes and highly errodible soils. Who: Sp.Co. Planning Dept. Bldg Ord When: Resources: E10: Develop memoranda of understanding between area building departments for post-disaster damage assessment and rebuilding Who: Planning Dept, Bldg Official When: Resources: 134 Disease Epidemic DE1: Create a public notification system to alert the public about the epidemic and how to prevent or treat the disease Who: Health district, Hospitals When: Now Resources: US Public Health, county and state grants DE2: Stockpile vaccines, face masks, and other necessary equipment Who: hospitals, private health providers, health districts When: Mow' Resources: US Public Health, state grants .IDI3: Develop a system for delivering food and medical supplies to those who cannot get to medical facilities Who: Health district, community/civic groups, Red Cross, food banks, churches When: In Progress Resources: SCOPE, volunteers, Red Cross DE4: Work with local media to create it program the informs citizens of diseases and what to do to avoid panic and disorder Who: Health District When: In progress Resources: State/County US$, local media, local universities, hospitals DES: Establish a pool of back up workers to operate critical facilities Who: All agencies When: l year Resources: All agencies D116: Continue to encourage the development of databases for integrating the delivery of health care as needed. Who: .Reg 9 hosp comet, public health, DENT, TNHS \When: In progress- up to 2 years Resources: HRSA code, grants, IILS giants, VTMRS grants DET: Make food banks available to people who lose their income due to business closures Who: Second harvest, St Vincent, Salvation Army, ARC, Community Centers, Churches When: On going Resources: Donations, volunteers DES: Develop a regional response and quarantine plan and codify it Who: Sp Regional Health, LE, Fire, Municipal Courts, DEM When: 1 year Resources: CDC guidance DE9: Establish locations for emergency morgues Who: County C, Identify cold storage sites When: ? Resources:.(,uneral Homes, Hospitals DE10: Develop protocols for delivering vaccinations 135 Who: Spokane Regional Health District, all healthcare providers When: Done Resources: Spokane Regional 1-lealth District DE11: Assess hospital bed availability Who: Spokane regional health district, hospitals When: in progress Resources: RANISES, HEAR DE12: '1 rain first responders and care providers about how to respond to specific diseases Who: Spokane.Regional Health District When: In. progress Resources: DE13: Ensure that those in the retired medial community who may be called into service are insured for the epidemic Who: State leg; JARC When: ASAP/Donc Resources: To be determined 'I"eirorism and Civil Disturbance T1: Develop training drills and exercises for businesses and homes in possible terrorist target areas Who: I)EM When: On going f~ Resources: Fl--4.A' ~-.J T2: Create a program for assessing, identifying, and limiting activities by local terrorist groups Who: Law enforcement When: Current, on going Resources: State, Federal, Local ie JTTF T3: Develop a method for the public to notify authorities of possible suspicious activities Who: Crime reporting center, develop specific phone number, re-establish crime check When: Current, ongoing Resources: Local, state, federal T4 Ensure that all public safety agencies are adequately trained to recognize and respond to terrorist incidents. Who: LE, Fire Department When: CTOG Resources: SFL Hazardous Materials Incident INI: Create a system for public notification of an incident and where to go to avoid exposure Who: Spokane County, DOE, HAZIMAT, Fire Dept, Radio, `l"V When: As soon as it is identified Resources: Taxes 136 HM2: Create a public education program to inform citizens of the dangers of hazardous materials releases and how to respond Who: Spokane Regional Health District, DOE When: 1-3 years Resources: Line Item Budget HIM3: Develop hazardous materials response drills for businesses and homes located near sites or routes that might contain hazardous materials Who: Co. IiAZMAT, DOE HA.ZITAT When: 1-3 yearly Resources: State funds/ taxes V. Wrap-Up Spokane County Hazard N.Titigation Committee Minutes of Meeting of May 25, 2006 I. Review Agenda It. Review of Action Statements The Committee reviewed and made modifications to the action statements. III. Discussion of Presentations to Councils and Board of County Commissioners The Committee decided that it was important to inform elected officials about the progress on the plan prior to having any public meeting. They directed the consultants to prepare a draft document for presentation and assigned committee members the responsibility for presenting tine plan to the legislative bodies. TV. Review of Maps The Committee reviewed the GIS maps that were to be included in the plan and suggested improvements. V. Next Mecting June 20 was chosen as the next meeting date. VL Wrap-U'p 137 Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes of Meeting of ;tune 20, 2006 f. Review Agenda U. Review of Draft Plan The Committee made suggestions for corrections to the draft plan before presentation to the legislative bodies and directed the consultant to prepare these prior to the presentations. UL Discussion of Presentations A PowerPoint presentation for the legislative sessions was demonstrated and suggestions were made to modify it. Presentees and dates for the presentation were selected. Presentations were scheduled over the next month. IV. Wrap-Up Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes ofMecting of duly 20, 2006 1. Review of Agenda hL. Discussion of Presentations to Legislative Bodies Committee members and the staff of the Department of Emergency Management discussed the presentations made to the Board of County Commissioners and the City Councils of the Cities of. Spokane and Spokane Valley. "These meetings were open to the public and the City of Spokane meeting was televised the city's channel. There were no negative comments by any of the legislative bodies. M. Preparation for Community Meeting The staff of the Department of Emergency Management and the consultant were given the responsibility for making minor revisions to the plan and placing copies of the plan in local libraries and municipal offices for public review. A public meeting was scheduled for the evening of August 24 opening with an open house followed by a formal meeting. The Committee directed the staff to place ads in local papers and on local radio media announcing the meeting. IV. Wrap-UP 138 Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Minutes of Public.Meeting of August 24, 2006 I. Open House II. Public Meeting No criticisms of the plan were made at the open house or public meeting. 111. Directions to Proceed The Committee gave the staff and the consultant the permission to proceed with finalizing the plan and submitting it to the state and FOMA. Unless there was any specific need for the Committee to meet again, this was declared the last formal meeting. IV. Wrap-Up 139 APPENDIX B COMMENT SHEET 140 YOU, TOO, CAN HELP PREVENT DISASTER DAMAGE Please help the Spokane County Hazard Mitigation Committee Spokane County's Hazard Mitigation Committee has received a grant to prepare an all hazards mitigation plan. The committee has been formed to assist in the preparation of this plan. The planning effort will identify actions to reduce damages created by natural hazards. These hazards include wildland fires, floods, earthquakes, tornados and high winds, winter storms, and landslides. The committee asks you to assist them in the identification of problems associated with these hazards and suggest solutions to these problems. Some Hazard Facts o Nationally, the 2000 fire season was the worst wildland fire season since 1910 with nearly 7,000,000 acres burned costing $1,600,000,000. o Human activity is 7 times more likely to be the cause of a wildland fire than lightning strikes o In 1996, an ice storm caused four deaths and $22 million dollars in damage in Spokane County. o Flooding in Spokane County has caused the declaration of a disaster three times since 1980. o In June 2001, a 3.5+ earthquake struck Spokane. What can you do to help? Turn the sheet over and find out. Your ideas are importantM Use the space below to list your most important issues concerning hazard damage management or write comments, draw or sketch anything else you would like to say about the hazards listed on the front in Spokane County. 0 Thank you for your time and ideas. Please return this comment sheet to Fred Hurand, Department of Urban Planning, Public and Health Administration, 668 N Riverpoint Blvd., Spokane, WA 99202, or email it to fhurand@msn.com. 142 APPENDIX C ACTION QUESTIONNAIRE RESULTS The action statements were divided over four questionnaires to make it easier for respondents5. The statements about individual hazards were placed across questionnaires as well. The results listed below indicate the number of responses for each action and whether or not it was a high, mediiun or low concern for respondents. 'K, C r f' _F~ r ~4 ti~F,4 r ~I fi:r~ 1 1 51 y , r. J v n u ~..f I±,L r„t ham,. i f %.P{~} I :.~A4-: ,Su t~-,t~.~ ri t`i„J. .,t ~r_<n.. •Arf'T-•a.. i~ :7,1. ? ~~d~ rn> Tr-.r 4KF~,1 .:r.v.. L. r. •rc:¢ r; l t [ YC. 31 1~ ? 7~ 1 ~ x f C i N+'.~'fr J ti1~ f,M F{lt MC Y .T .I.'y`<.,. ,r~IT f' AI \ Y t .(1 }1! y T F ! ! R~ r i:S Y '3Me (y dium~i r 4 - szt,p . v,.,1., r... ...ra I"Il h, 'r, I'3th. xrn~f .;7:. r. ~ . ' ^ ..?itr.:a - t LOW t.,~ s Encourage all citizens to have a disaster kit which contains food, water, flashlights, batteries, battery operated radios, and Al medications. 18 2 Establish procedures for mobilizing heavy equipment during A2 disasters. 12 6 .2 A3 Identify and publish the location of disaster shelters. 15 4 1 A4 Establish procedures for providing provisions disaster shelters. 9 8 2 Encourage the development of early yarning systems to inform the A5 public of potential problems. 10 10 Identify the location of special needs populations and develop a A6 disaster earl warning system for them. 14 6 Develop a plan for evacuating special needs populations during A7 disasters. 15 4 1 Create a public notification system to alert the public about an DE1 epidemic and how to prevent or treat the disease. 12 8 Encourage the surface water storage for irrigation supply prior to a D1 drought. 4 13 3 Map all geological hazards and make this information available to E1 the public. 4 11 4 Provide an early warning system on streams with the most F1 potential for flood damage to structures. 7 9 4 Create a system for public notification of a hazardous materials HM1 incident and where to o to avoid exposure. 10 9 1 L1 Restrict building in areas of potential landslide. 6 10 4 Encourage tree trimming on public and private property to avoid SS1 damage during a severe storm. 5 10 4 Develop training drills and exercises for businesses and homes in T1 possible terrorist target areas. 5 12 3 Ensure that all public water supplies are adequate and have the UF1 a pro riate pressure to sup ress fires. 14 4 2 Inform the public about proper responses to protect themselves V1* and proper-clean-6p rocedures after volcanic eruption . 3 9 8 Encourage citizens to create a defensible space around their WF1 homes to avoid destruction during a wildland fire. 10 10 DE2 Stockpile vaccines, face masks, and other necessary 7 13 143 Ci equipment. Deepen wells in which static water level is close to intake pipe D2 to improve water supplies during a drought. 6 8 7 Inventory all un-reinforced masonry building, bridges, and other I E2 structures for earthquake vulnerability. 7 7 7 Create local incentives to encourage stream bank protection F2 using vegetation to reduce turbidity and flaa#in debris. 4 12* 4 Create a public education program to inform citizens of the HM2 dangers of hazardous materials releases and how to respond. 8 9 .3 Using walls, vegetations, and other techniques, retrofit areas to L2 prevent landslides. 5 11 4 Create a public education program on mitigating damage due to SS2 storms. 5 8 7 Create a program for assessing, identifying, and limiting' T2 activities b local terrorist groups. 9 6 5 UF2 Require multiple water interconnects where there are multiple purveyors of water. 7 10 2 Stockpile face masks, duct tape, and other materials for T V2 distribution to the public during a volcanic incident. 4 8 8 In cooperation with local fire districts, establish design and WF2 construction standards for wildland urban interface zones. 7 9 4 Develop a system for delivering food and medical supplies to those who cannot get to medical facilities during a disease DE3 epidemic. 14 4 2 Encourage the purchase of crop insurance for protection during D3 drought. 3 5 12 E3 Encourage the retrofit of structures vulnerable to earthquake. 7 13 Require that new culverts on all major roads are able to pass a F3 100- ear flood. 7 8 4 Q2 Hiah Medium Low ' l Develop adequate communication systems between disaster A8 response agencies. 20 1 Support the continuation of table top drills, field exercises, and A9 other training for response personnel. 12 8 1 Ensure that all response agencies are equipped to respond to A10 an disaster. 18 2 A11 Develop a multi-hazards evacuation plan. 14 7 Inform the public, including-special needs populations, of A12 evacuation plans and routes. 15 6 Create a website to allow citizens to communicate with each A13 other. 2 8 8 Involve the Local Emergency Planning Committee in all hazard A14 preparations. 14 8 Develop hazardous materials response drills for businesses and homes located near sites or routes that might contain hazardous HM3 materials. 12 7 1 L'3 Conduct geological studies to determine areas of potential 10 9 144 landslides. Encourage the use of alternative generators but only with proper SS3 education about their use. 4 11 5 Develop a method for the public to notify authorities of possible T3 suspicious activities. 14 6 1 Provide free access to home fire alarms through schools, senior UF3 centers, and other locations. 8 9 3 Provide information to those with lund diseases, parents with small children, and others with information to reduce physical problems V3 durin a volcanic eruption. 6 12 3 Encourage citizens to carry fire fighting supplues when camping or WF3 working in fields and open rangeland. 12 8 1 Work with local media to create a program that informs citizens of DE4 diseases and what to do to avoid panic and disorder. 11 7 3 04 Protect aquifer recharge areas and wetlands. 14 5 1 Ensure that all hazardous materials storage facilities are E4 earthquake resistant. 12 8 2 F4 Provide protection for bridge abutments during floods. 8 11 3 Require geo-technical analysis of all sites in potential landslide L4 areas and require appropriate mitigation. 4 11 6 Establish priority reconnects with local utility companies after a SS4 severe storm. 16 3 2 Ensure that all public safety agencies are adequately trained to T4 recognize and respond to terrorist incidents. 18 2 1 Encourage the use of flashing fire alarms for the hearing UF4 impaired. 11 8 1 Protect electrical equipment and mechanized equipment from V4 damage from volcanic eruption. 3 13 5 Cooperate with local schools to create a public education program WF4 on wildlife hazards. 4 13 4 Establish a pool of backup workers to operate critical facilities DE5 during a disease epidemic. 12 6 3 D5 Monitor wells for quality as the aquifer drops during a drought. 8 10 3 E5 Ensure that all critical public facilities are earthquake resistant. 12 5 4 F5 Require clearance for a 100- ear flood on all new bridges. 10 8 3 L5 Regularly monitor all potential landslide areas. 5' 10 6 SS5 Require backup generators at all critical facilities. 18 3 Continue to support all fire safety programs including a family UF5 safe program on what to do during a disaster. 14 6 1 Require emergency access roads where necessary in wildland WF5 urban interface zones. 9 10 2 ,Continue to encourage the development of databases for DE6 integrating the delive of health care as needed. 9 8 3 145 Provide water charge rebates for drip irrigation of landscape, 06 limiting lawn sizes and using drought tolerant native plants 4 10 5 Create a public education program about the potential for E6 earthquakes and response during an earthquake emergency 8 9 2 Ensure all hazardous materials storage areas are secure from F6 flooding. 13 5 L6 Inform, people in landslide areas of the potential hazard 8 7 4 Support the continuation of an early warning system for storms SS6 utilizing current meteorological data. 14 5 UF6 Encourage the sale of space heaters with cooler surfaces. 2 11 5 Require that all new development in wildland urban interface WF6 areas provide two means of ingress/egress. 8 8 3 A15 Protect all sources of potable water. 15 4 Identify alternative sources of potable water that can be used A16 during a disaster. 16 3 Cooperate with local media to prepare messages that will A17 assist during a disaster. 12 7 A18 Prepare procedures and sites for decontamination. 9 8 2 Use traffic simulations to predict evacuation problems and plan A19 for these problems. 12 6 1 Create a plan for pet and livestock rescue and shelter with local A20 animal control agencies. 11 7 1 Create a method for parents to reach their children during A21 disaster emergencies. 17 1 1 Make food banks available to people who lose their income due DE7 to business closures during a disease epidemic. 10 9 Create a structured residential water rate system that lowers 07 rates for low usage and raises rates for higher usage. 8 6 3 Develop contingency plans for accepting earthquake evacuees E7 from other locations. 7 8 4 F7 Protect all public water and sewage facilities from flooding. 14 6 1_7 Identify all possible alternate routes in case of a landslide. 6 11 1 Encourage the reinforcement of all infrastructure and utilities SS7 to withstand a severe storm. 10 7 2 Monitor fire safety standards at locations that handle UF7 flammable cargo. 13 5 1 WF7 Support the firewise ro ram. 9 9 DE8 Develop a regional response and quarantine plan and codify it. 6 11 2 Create a public education campaign on water conservation for delivery at schools, churches, businesses, public media 08 sites, and other venues. 7 8 4 Adopt earthquake resistant construction techniques in E8 eolo ical! sensitive areas. 12 6 1 F8 Update all flood insurance ma s. 9 10 Inform property owners of measures they can take to reduce L8 landslides. 8 11 Encourage the continued development of underground utility SS8 lines. 11 7 1 Ensure that all building codes meet fire prevention and UF8 evacuation standards. 13 4 1 Using a fuels layer study, identify and prioritize those wildland WF8 urban interface zones at most risk. 6 9 3 146 DE9 Establish locations for emergency morgues. 5 11 3 D9 Explore the potential for using gray water for irrigation. 8 10 1 E9 Minimize development in areas of steep slopes and highly errodible soils. 10 7 2 Y~rar~J `r.~ ~t d 'f' J~ti iv p1,~•i~ ~l ii r~ :yam" 'm~ g,~~ ,.y~ ~j~y b ~ ~ ~ {",~„•~F ' ^ ~r` j~ii ~tlM .A S~ w iw~~k,~ ~ %~'r i Y r. .r t ~ y , . ~ ~ ~ T ( ff Y ? .i Notify all homes and businesses in flood prone areas of the F9 possible risk. 3 8 4 UF9 Support adequate public fire protection. 13 3 Cooperate with local school districts to prepare plans for school A22 evacuation or shelter in-pace. 6 8 1 A.23 Develop a post-disaster debris management program, 5 8 3 offer damage assessment training for trained personnel A24 annually. 4 6 6 Ensure that the Department of Emergency Management has a complete Disaster Response flan and that it is annually reviewed A25 and revised. 12 2 2 Develop a plan for using school buses and public transportation to A26 move people to shelters. 11 5 Identify critical businesses and public services and ensure their A27 continued operation during a disaster. 13 2 1 DE10 Develop protocols for delivering vaccinations. 7 6 3 Expand fire safety planning and prevention activities in areas D10 vulnerable to drought. 6 5 5 Develop memoranda of understanding between area building departments for post-disaster damage assessment and E10 rebuilding. 6 6 4 Create a public education program about flood risk and property F10 protection, 7 9 Require smoke alarms in all new construction and educate UF10 citizens on maintaining them. 12 3 1 DE11 Assess hospital bed availabili . 4 6 6 D11 Support WRIA proposed water conservation measures. 5 6 4 Evaluate all existing building. and planning codes for flood protection and modify to ensure the reduction of repetitive flood F11 losses. 3 8 5 Keep all fire hydrants free and clear of any landscaping or other UF11 obstructions. 10 6 Train first responders and care providers about how to respond to DE12 specific diseases. 10 6 Support the Department of Fish and Wildlife's efforts to mitigate D12 drought impact on wildlife'. 4 7 5 F12 Ensure the existing codes reduce hillside runoff. 9 3 4 Encourage the establishment of volunteer support programs for UF12 fire protection, 10 5 1 1.47 Ensure that those in the retired medical community who may be DE13 called into service are insured for the a idemic. 10 4 2 F13 Stockpile sandbags and sand at strategic locations. 3 8 3 UF13 Clearl idenfi water purveyors for all fire response agencies. 8 4 2 Prevent the manipulation of streams that might cause downstream F14 flooding utilizing effective code enforcement. 5 7 2 F15 Require on-site water retention for new development. 7 6 1 Protect natural flood storage areas such as wetlands and F16 floodwa s from development. 11 2 1 Encourage communities to be involved in the Flood Insurance F17 Community Rating System. 3 5 5 Promote property buyouts of repetitive loss properties in flood -F18 prone areas. 2 6 5 148 APPENDIX D ACTIONS STATEMENTS TO BE ADOPTED DURING THE PLAN REV1. W PROCESS AJ,L HAZARDS A21 Work to provide maximum protection of all sources of potable water. Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Water Department, Special Purpose District Water Purveyors. Supporting Agencies: Spokane Regional Health District, Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Public Works Grants, Local and Water District Budgets A22 Identify alternative sources of potable water. -Lead Agencies: City of Spokane Water Department, Special .furpose District Water Purveyors. Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Public `Yorks Grants, Local and Water District }budgets A26 Plan for pet and livestock rescue and shelter with local animal control agencies. Lead Agencies: Spokane County Animal Care and Protection Services, SpokAnimal CARE Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/Cormty Department of Emergency Management, Spokane Humane Society Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Agency Budgets DROUGHT D1 Encourage surface water storage for irrigation supply. Lead Agency: Spokane County Conservation Districts Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology, Natural Resource Conservation Service 149 Timerame: Two to Five Years Resources: State and Federal Budgets and Grants M Deepen wells in which static water level is close to intake pipe. Lead Agencies: Water Districts Time Frame: rive to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, Public Works Grants D3 Encourage the purchase of crop insurance. . Lead Agencies: Spokane County Conservation-Districts, \Tatural Resource. Conservation Service* Supporting Agencies: Farm Bureau Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Private Investments D5 Proviote water charge rebates or other incentives for drip irrigation of landscape, limiting lawn sizes and using drought tolerant native plants. (read Agencies: Water Districts Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, Demonstration Grants D6 Investigate the adoption of a structured residential water rate system that louvers rates for low usage and raises rates for higher usage. Lead Agencies: Water Districts Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants D10 Support local water conservation measures. 150 Lead Agency: Spokane County Conservation Districts Supporting Agencies: Washington State Department of Ecology, Washington State Departments of. Agriculture, Conservation Commission, Community Trade and Economic Development, Fish and Wildlife, Health, Natural Resources, Transportation, and the.Interagency for Outdoor Recreation Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: State Water Resources Conservation Grants, Local Budge FLOOD ACTIONS F7 Protect all public water and sewage facilities from flooding. Lead Agencies: Local Water Districts Time Frame: Five to Seven Years Resources: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program,.t-'lood Control Assistance Account Program, Public Works ]"rust Fund WCI: DLANTD FIRE, WF'1 Encourage citizens to create a defensible space around their homes. Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency iy.anagement Time Fraitne: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants WF4 Cooperate with local schools to create a public education program on wildfire hazards. Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Local School Districts, Educational Service District 101 Tune :game: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants 151 URBAN FIRE UF1 Insure that all public water supplies are adequate and have the appropriate pressure to suppress fires. Lcad Agencies: Water Districts Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Fire Department, County fire [districts Time France: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets UF3 Encourage free access to home fire alarms through schools, senior centers and other locations. Lead Agencies: County F ire 'Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of. Dmergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets, State and Federal Grants TJFS Continue to support all fire safety programs including a family safety program on what to do during a fire disaster. Lead Agencies: County Fire District, Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of..F=mergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets UF6 Monitor fire safety standards at locations that handle flammable cargo. Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities oi- Spokane and Spokane Valley Building and Planning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets 'UF8 Support adequate public fire protection. 152 Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokiuie Valley Building and I'lanning Departments Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets U1+IO Keep all fire hydrants free and clear of any landscaping or other obstructions. Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane County and Cities of Spokane and Spokane Valley-Public Works Departments Time Frarn6: Ongoing Resources: Local:13udgets UFlI 'Encourage the establishment of volunteer support programs for fire protection. Lead Agencies: County Fire.Districts Supporting Agencies: Spokane City/County Department of Emergency Management Time Frame: Ongoing Resources: Local Budgets U112 Clearly identify service-boundaries and storage facilities of all water purveyors for fire response agencies. Lead Agencies: County Fire Districts Supporting Agencies: City of Spokane Water Department, Water Districts Time Frame: Two to Five Years Resources: Local Budgets 153 APPENDIX E ADS FOR PUBLIC MEETING Advertisement ran on August 20 and 22, 2006 in the Spokesman Review itiffation Meetin YQU, TOO, CAN HELP PREVENT DISASTER DAIWAGE THROUGH MITI GA ! ION EFFORTS Please help the SpoLane County Hmzard Mitmatlon Committee by attending Community Meeting Oil Thursd v, Aumist24 5-1'-00 Pm i at the Spo ane ye `Itxaxilxng Center/Emergency C~11te~ -,it .16,18 N. Rebecca ~et'al, Pits, R to ~lted'east,of Spokat e Community College. It '1 t ? ,ea A aiif `o1~eYl li'aiise fio n S-:6 _prn followed. T`a~~~51 ~a t p%esent~tioii grid. o Qiat4-4 6r questions r~t.h ors M' ~ i 4 ~ ~ ~ a ~ ~P i~~ "aF7 t '~~`i`% ~4~7'-~~,~t{ .r ~4 r ~v is !]y~r '~~*'~c~~~Q 00- J~ ~ir kti A" r 4'~~i.rICLll~<!G1~11J'`'Y 4~`k f~O a 4t~r x' t C i,,r d~ ? a~,z F2rr~Ja A. yai' yR. y.~ t ~'?iz ,y~j fir" r> r 3 dti iCM ~e y ,.c"'y~tr~x, i [ •"v~ r i r i .~:317~c ''~~a v ti,~(i,~ 1 'N- rytl1. 'fiJt~T t$=-~~' .r r 154 GLOSSARY DISEASE EPTDE'1MIC Avian flu is caused by avian influenza viruses, which occur naturally among birds. Pandemic flu is flu that causes a global outbreak, or pandemic, of serious illness that spreads easily from person to person. Currently there is no pandemic flu. Seasonal flu is acontagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses DROUGHT Drought is a condition of climatic dryness that is severe enough to reduce soil moisture and.water and snow levels below the muiimum necessary'for sustaining plant, animal and economic systems. EAR 7HQUAKE Earthquakes are the shaking of the ground caused by an abrupt shift of rock along a fracture itt ' the earth, called a fault. FLOOD A flood is an inundation of dry land with water primarily river, surface water, and flash. Types of floods in Spokane City/County are HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ]-Hazardous materials are materials which, because of their chemical, physical, or biological nature, pose a potential risk to'life, lie alth or property when released. A release may occur by spilling, leaking, emitting toxic vapors, or any other process that enables the material to escape its container, enter the environment, and create a potential hazard. '17he hazard can be explosive, -flammable, combustible, corrosive, reactive, poisonous, toxic materials, biological agents and radioactive. LANDSLIDE Landslide is the sliding movement of masses of loosened rock and soil down a hillside or slope. Landslide causes depend on rock type, precipitation, seismic shaking,.land development and zoning practices, soil composition, moisture, and slope steepness. SEVERE LOCAL STORM An atmospheric disturbance manifested in strong winds accompanied by rain, snow, or other precipitation and often by thunder or lightning TER.HZMtSM Terrorism is the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government or civilian population, in furtherance of political or social. objective<s.- CIVIL DIST'UIkBANCE Any incident that disrupts a community where intervention is required to rnauttain public,safety is a'civil disturbance. Examples are demonstrations, riots, strikes, public nuisance, and criminal activities. The. hazard can surface.in any community and be parked by racial, ethnic, religious; political, social or economic reasons. . VOLCAs~10 155 A volcano is a vent in the earth's crust through which molten rock, rock fragments, gases, and ashes are ejected from the earth's interior. A volcano creates a mountain when magma erupts " from the earth's interior through a vent in the earth's crust and lava flows onto the earth's surface. `VILDLAi\1D FIRE `Vildland fires are the uncontrolled destruction of forests, brush, field crops and grasslands caused by nature or humans. URBAN FIRE Urban fire occurs primarily in cities or towns with the potential to rapidly spread to adjoining structures. These fires damage and destroy homes, schools, commercial buildings, and vehicles. 156 RESOURCES Di Epidemic: Department of Health and Human Services 0)HHS) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC - Travel Advisories World Health Organization (WHO) Washington State Department of Health (DOH) Drought: Washington State Department of health Washington State Department of Ecology Washington State Department of Natural Resources National Weather Service Earthquake: Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Geology and Earth Resources Division Washington State Department of. 'T'ransportation University of Washington Geophysics Program United States Geological Survey Flood: United States Army corps of Engineers Federal Emergency Management Agency National Weather Service Washington State Emergency Management Division Hazardous Materials: United States Environmental Protection Agency Washington State Department of Ecology Washington State Department of Health Washington State Department of Transportation Washington State Patrol Washington State Emergency mana ement.Division Spokane City Fire HAZMAI' Landslide: Washington State Department of Niatural Resources Federal Emergency Management Agency United States .A.rmy Corps of Engineers National Weather Service Severe Local Storm: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Seattle Weather Service National Weather Service, Spokane Office Terrorism: 157 United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Attorney General Washington State Emergency Management Division Civil Disturbance: Washington State Office of Financial Management Washington State Patrol Washington State Emergency Management Division Washington State Department of Corrections Spokane Correctional Facilities Volcano: United States Department of Agriculture United States Forest Service. National Weather Service United States Department of Justice United States Geological Survey, David A. Johnston Cascade Volcano Observatory Washington Department ofNatund Resources, Geology and Earth Resources Division University of Washington, Geophysics Program Wildland Fires: Fire Services National Weather Service Washington State Patrol, Fire Protection Bureau J Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Resource Protection Division Washington State Emergency Management Division Urban Fires: Washington State Patel, Fire Protection Bureau Federal Emergency Management Agency, US Fire Administration Spokane City/County Fire Districts/Departments 158 CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Request for Council Action Meeting Date: March 6, 2007 City Manager Sign-off: Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing ❑ information ® admin. report ❑ pending legislation AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2006 City Accomplishments Report GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: N/A BACKGROUND: The City adopted Council Goals and a work plan for 2006. This agenda item provides highlights of the year. OPTIONS: NIA J RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: N/A BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A CONTACT: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager ATTACHMENTS 1. 2006 Accomplishments PowerPoint Presentation C), City of Spokane Valley 2006 Accomplishments 2006 Budget Goals • Draft a well-defined Street Master Plan, with funding opbons, that cfentAn the current condlhon of city sMvts and recommends appropriate improvements and maerdenance Itwtpre5eroe 1t~ value and structural integrity of the local transportation sysle!m • Inittafs the First Phase of the SprapualA,ppNway CoMdor ReviWtration Planning t»MAen t}nrverslty and tt►e freeway by contracting with a WnauRaM to r$mgn a strategy Ihat would strengthen the economic viability of the corridor • Continue Monitoring Significant Wastewater Issues including governance of wastewater faaldies. enhanced c0aren awareness of options for the future and pursuit of the must Oficsent and economical use of atlowW wastewater discharges • Maintain a Strong Emptsasis on Internal and External Ommunication utilizing the Public Informabon ORioer and departrrsental head positions to enhance the quality nmeliness and accuracy of internal dialogue and the infoonatK?n provrttei Irk citizens about city issues Initiatives and vworli plang • Explore and Implement a Records Management System including document arch", document imaging and all ne essary components which will encompass and manage the entire Crtys records 3POKane - j Valley- GOAL: Street Master Plan Lane Public Works • Completed evaluation of the current condition of all City streets and began development of pavement management software system • Presentation to Council on December 19, 2006 providing an update, overview, and examples of the final plan 2 Community Development • 2006 Milestones - Secured Consulting Services - Involved Spokane Valley community through series of workshops and presentations • Over 300 residents and business representatives participated in workshops held in September, October, and November • Mayor, Councilmembers. and Planning Staff made presentations to community-based organizations - Explored Design Alternatives 3 GOAL: First Phase of the Sprague Corridor Revitalization Plan GOAL: Continue Monitoring Significant Wastewater Issues -31xw wim - ,,;o0NW1ey- Public Works • 2006 Milestones - Council approved Resolution 06-018 on September 5, 2006 accepting and supporting implementation of foundational concepts for the TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) for the Spokane River - Continued involvement in the County's development of the new wastewater treatment facility 3POKane Goal: Strong Emphasis on Internal & External Communication Citywide • Employees attended a two-day communication/conflict resolutiord customer service training provided by nationally-known communications experts • Established schedule for regular updates to website on City topics of community interest • Public Informabon Officer provided a 'point of contact' for the media to interact with and collect accurate infomiation about city activities; services. and complaint resolution efforts 301 Mfr =%Kn 1R=rMW 1.6 MWW loom" ft%Ljwa~ 60. an" vw~ Embw/wp rdV/W WWrW ~perua duet' rMW SfNO-.XI7R •a~sra1 • Developed style, standards, 8 authoftation process for use of City logo • Developed & implemented public information campaign for Sprague/Appleway Corridor Revitalization Plan • Created letterstflyershnfomiation handouts on City topics, issues, & events Chaves b WMA tM VMW6ft RZOO MMMuMon pic,.da 5 j yal ky GOAL: Records Management System y~ 1 Oha' M jVajj,,• Executive & Legislative Support 2006 Milestones - Ordered shelving system for file archiving • Records Center secured with fencing for controlled access - Created and/or ordered supplies • Archive quality storage boxes • Forms for records management - Worked with City Attomey to inventory each department's current files - Researched electronic imaging requirements and systems 6 2006 Accomplishments • City Departments - Executive & Legislative Support - Operations & Administrative Services - Public Safety -Community Development - Parks & Recreation - Public Works Executive & Legislative Support 7 Uane ..~VaHey, Executive & Legislative Support • Administered Council Goals - Draft a Well-Defined Street Master Plan - Initiate the First Phase of the Sprague Corridor Revitalisation Planning - Continue Monitoring Significant Wastewater Issues - Maintain a Strong Emphasis on Internal and External Communication - Explore and Implement a Records Management System • Executive & Legislative Support Provided inforrnation & support for meetings with Council and elected officials and community forums Provided support to Council at over 50 regular & special meetings, and study sessions Regular CounGl Meeings 24 Study Sessions Is Special Meelings 10 Tonal Meelfngs ss • Reaoluhons ermctsa 28 • Ordinances anaclad 29 • co*atls mgned 95 Responded to 227 Public Record Requests Formed Employee Safety Committee In compliance with WAC 296-800.13020 - Conducted 'elections' for committee members, others appointed per WAC - Committee consists of 8 staff representing a wide range of departments - Meeting are held monthly Administered National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliance training for all required Coundl & Department Staff 8 j«lICY . Operations and Administrative Services jWje5,. Operations & Administrative Services • Contract Administration - Developed and presented model agreement for Animal Control, Communication, District Court. Geiger, Hearing Examiner. Jail, Jury Management, Pre-Trial Services, Prosecution, Public Defender, and Precinct Maintenance - Reviewed and proposed changes to law enforcement agreement - Negotiated and prepared cable franchise agreement • Administrative Analysis - Reviewed and made recommendations to Improve the right-of- way permitting process - Completed Public Safety revenue analysis 9 Ile jVAley- Human Resources • Ratified the first Collective Bargaining Agreement which represents 67% of City employees • Managed 15 employee recruitments • Initiated employee wellness program • Conducted city-wide trainings • Anti-Harassment/Discrimination • Communication/Customer Service • Open EnrallmentlCost Sharing • Public Speaking Skills Finance Finance Completed comparative analysis to collect information used to fine-tune the multi-year financial plan - Compared State sales tax budget projections with Spokane Transit Authority Spokane County, City of Spokane, City of Liberty Lake, the Public Facilities Distrfd, and the State Department of Revenue - Compared gambling tax ro actions with the City of Airway Heights and the City of C ane • Integrated the A-87 cost allocation calculations into the 2006 and 2007 budgets to ensure that the Street Fund and Stormwater Fund pay their fair share of City overhead costs Information Technology • Connected City Hall & CenterPlace via fiber optics cable • Wired new Permit Center for communications systems • Upgraded City server from Windows Server 2000 to Windows Server 2003, migrating all systems and data intact 11 Office of the City Attorney Office of the City Attorney • Provided legal oversight 6 maintenance of an applicable dmmk pmertt codes adopted by the City - Collected, Indexed, b Qistrdiused developmeflt codes adopted by the City orm Wwwr IXSbOn • Revised procedures for errforcement actions - SrrwaugqM over 50 so ftcwnent salons V"ouse, ending the need lot coats associated W"h ou4uda counsel - tnitiutsd and oompleled court appmvw abatement procedures - Worked wdh CommunNy Oeveiopmant to •treamltne enfanmrrw t procedures, consolidate heanng and appeal process and Complete court ordered abaternek on several properties • Initiated lawsuit to resolve the Appleway Corridor dispute • Assisted Community Devyeiopment to draft new uniform development code • Worked with Growth Management Steering Committee to sucoasstuly adopt this template for point planning agreements • Sucoessfulty renegotiated interl"I contracts with Spokane County • Drafted ordinances necessary to maintain existing development code and adopted the comprehensive plan • Finalized outstanding sheet vacalixts • Assisted in finalizing Right-of Way obstrucpon ordinance • Provided legal support and assistance to all departments 12 ►~m'r Or~l~Rel~ j~alles'. Public Safety j%W1ey- Public Safety • Woread at kx"awq WfW d pnpaedr-ess for mwrj of todsys harards, brA,119 Ban- am, nra, and pwroserfk responm • Bp.n Impte lm'Nfp a misfit" goof Mlsmpensble COnwnelnk*bons Etleeepmere (ICE) wwo le a"ws Rae s ► of flat reepordem-->?JWIOe o0oen, fun rvhwvs, ememancy nlndkai swn a pwwxv . pubes health atncgls, and area.--Io cmTwmmumto ltnmrefy wlm «r rwfn n rwd.d didirg - VV*"d closely wler ow Spok" Valley Fn partners to pramo4s and develop more Mbnction and eseha%o of .Sees Nsfwew the Fins A Polka bewbrwrts • Comnundy .awry A awn p wnbon issum wee aadremW tNnslgtlaA Vw year in varsan ways. - WIRe ME& U. 8 Mmwl's Office, and pmmmm eons. famed ■ m%AWapency GwV Enfofcnment team to address pang mbftd eases, Wckx V Udhwrjt%RSmkea manuhcwns and use. and the ar- Mosoca w weM n - AddrawW owmnur*y .slaty and aims pnswenbon lawns or a Fkwrre Safety Swmw w e pw1 d PYtlatal Salt DafBDe Awe wma month • Fine ww%W hwday Dime Preraftlm Conweaneys was hold In Spokane Valley, pweraed by Naiphbatwod Nhsecll and SCOPE r.M,gbw SCOPE vobA* ms wwe very diva In 7008 SCOPE slmiorn provided Rao gun solely locks w one d Viet owmaarry ad" pmgrwm BART (5h&W lnddwd Response Yearn) members rwpaWeO to 45 Cell ale in the CRY, hcArdktp motor rlek* aaidww, house liras, 6owr0ed parer Ikfes areal fees, sec , pMnp . total d JB5 Nan Vokaasers won Itmiled commiaaiana Isaad Sae atalora to hwWwwp p w M vlrslaeeons n the Cry a CaflrAy aombkted Awrape of 21.000 pawn tanweeona were eased monCVy In a datala•a by vduf sine. mdng e eadar a haw k v taw wdomenfaft to tack Itotef IM= Veal may have been pawned 13 3PO Valley Community Development Community Development • Planning Division - Completed City's first Comprehensive Plan - Initiated Sprague/Appleway Revitalization Plan - Worked on land capacity analysis, used to determine how much land is needed to accommodate projected population growth - Ad hoc Sign Committee completed review of sign code to be included in UDC - Initiated Shoreline Master Program 14 II' t j~aljey• Community Development • Planning Division - Land actions include: Subdivisions, Short Plats, Binding Site Plans, Boundary Line Adjustments, etc. Land Use WIGAS Procasoad 2004-MO j'• Community Development y.t r. •.r1 tanm~ itK ~ Commercial figures reflect the many < apartment complexes and West Valley High School built in •05. .u~ Residential has been increasing over the past 3 years. aw~t..r ~t htwla WlsdlM arw.aw Building Permits includes new, additions, and alterations. 15 1Lil ll- jVal ley. Community Development • Building Division - From commercial buildings to demolitions & everything in- between, the City has performed an average of 43 inspections each workday over the past 3 years Community Development • Building Division - Code Compliance - Through education and enforcement, the community has become more aware of the City's role in working with landowners to provide a safe & desirable living & working environment in Spokane Valley .e 16 .~Il~e~ 4g;0004F ' Parks & Recreation 17 • City Council approved renovation of three existing outdoor pools • Negotiated & renewed contract with YMCA 2006 Pool Revenues U4WD00 N2.00Dtq { ji- i- 41101 vow GWOM 110. VWkSW SIZ 00 C i J9gr MOOn Sir to Ow m irrm Adnaaon lmwir Aquatics i1( Ile jNWk,~'• CenterPlace • Developed rental policies and procedures • Selected consultant to develop marketing plan • Developed marketing material including website, informational packet, and brochures • 494 reservations • Revenues - $381,795 total - $283,939 events - 5 97,858 CCS lease 18 Parks & Recreation -Parks and Recreation Master Plan adopted • 30 new picnic tables were placed in parks • Pursued grant opportunities with Washington Interagency Committee (IAC) to purchase park property in Greenacres area Rnr ,,;oo0NW1ey• Recreation • Offered 10 weeks of summer day camp • Expanded marketing of summer programs to newspapers, schools, and SCOPE Developed fall, winter, and spring programs to create our year- round recreation program 19 0-0 jWley Senior Center • Coordinated with WSU Nursing studonts to offer blood pressure checks, flu shots and answer general health questions • Offered new programs and activities - TAI CHI for anhntis - Reoeived donation of two ping pong tables - groups play every Monday & Thursday mornings - Theme dances offered every Wednesday afternoon ~ r- • Expanded free lending library completely stocked by donations of books, puzzles. video tapes and books on tape Spo~~ 20 OWW"WW ,M;OOXFWLc,y. Capital Project Planning • Completed 2007-2012 Six Year TIP • Submitted projects funding applications to TIB, SRTC and CDBG. Received approximately $12 Million in grant funding. • Continued Valley Corridor Environmental Study (In coordination with Sprague/Appleway Revitalization Plan) • Broadway Avenue Safety Improvement (3 lane) 21 )la11C~ ,,;,*0 Val ky Projects Construction Traffic • Reviewed and approved 86 traffic control plans for ROW permits • Received over 280 citizen requests/questions on signals, signing, striping, crosswalks, traffic volumes, etc. • Signal Retiming - Argonne from Mission to Trent - Valley Mall for holiday shopping • Worked with the Sheriffs Department to scan 1344 new collision reports for Public Works use • Worked with BNSF & Federal Railroad Administration to modify University RR Xing and make Quiet Zone permanent • Spokane County and Public Works summer interns collected.- - 25 intersection counts - 196 tube counts jValley• Traffic & Maintenance • Received 2 grants totaling $58,100 from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission for purchase of flashing beacon units - Beacons installed at 5 elementary schools • $50,000 contract to Install Methyl Methacrylate at school crosswalks - Completed 42 crosswalks. Cv- t. 20-0 . ►dlm . 40~valley- Street Maintenance ITEM County1WSDOT Private Pothole patching, crack sealing, pavement replacement $454,633 $430,521 De4cing, sanding, snow removal $246,084 $0 Sweeping, brushing, weed control $476,748 $194,845 Stormwater repair & maintenance $162,113 $164,826 Traffic signals, signs, & striping $725,546 $145,178 Total for 2006 $2,065,124 $935,370 23 Development • 60 Commercial Applications • 50 Residential Applications - Typical Projects: • Sonta Springs - 45 lots • Maurer Place -12 lots • West Coast Paper 100,000sf officelwarehouse bldg • Chester Creek Mini Storage 250 storage units Stormwater - General • Preparing Regional Stormwater Manual with City of Spokane and Spokane County - Expected adoption date - June 2007 • Updated 2008 tax roll • Updated 4000+ structures and added 870 new structures to the inventory. City owns apprordmately 11,000 structures. Inventory will be used for Underground Injection Control (UIC) compllance • Participated in the review of stomrwater permits and regulations (UIC 8 NPDES Phase ll) drafted by Ecology • Investigated citizen complaints • Prepared bid documents for landscape, vectoring, and drainage improvement contracts. Projects were awarded to Spokane ProCare, AAA Sweeping, and Cat's Eye Excavating 24 «y• Stormwater Maintenance & Projects Provided flooding sohfions to $88.000 24 locations, including drywen replaosrrrent and installation of grassy swaies C"rkad 117 drfmK 42 $104,000 catch basins and 110 curb inlets Street sweeping $545,000 Pump Station maintenance $15,000 and repair 1 Landscape services and weed control $32,000 Stormwater Improvements Sewer Project Design - Electric Railroad - Vera Terrace - Veradale Heights - Orchard Avenue -$240,850 • Beverly Hills Stormwater Project Engineering and Design -$33,000 25 1lII f~ ,,;oOWIey, Achieving 2006 Budget Goals sets the stage for achieving 2007 Budget Goals lfillL. 2007 Budget Goals 26 CITY okane p Valle ° Y