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Scott Jones of Brookfield Properties introduced the project team and milestones, and said the firm would provide a fuller update to council soon. “My name is Scott Jones. I'm with Brookfield Properties. I'm also representing Brook Gal…Brookfield serves as the development manager,” he said.

Design firm Kennedy Jenks described the project as roughly 2,700 feet of sanitary sewer, mostly in the existing city right-of-way, with upgrades to existing mains that should benefit nearby residents. Kennedy Jenks engineer Brahmin (spelled in transcript) Rolfe said approvals including SEPA and right‑of‑way reviews had been completed and that construction is planned for summer 2025.

Contractor Tyler Wright of Tucci and Sons outlined a three-phase construction approach. Phase 1 would install temporary dewatering wells along Southeast Timberland Boulevard to lower the groundwater for trenching; Wright said, “we're anticipating starting that in late April if we can… and it'll extend into June 2025.” Phase 2 involves main sewer installation, side‑sewer connections using temporary pumps and buried containment tanks to maintain service, and Phase 3 is road restoration, milling and repaving the trench areas prior to the next school year.

Wright told council crews will use temporary pumps and storage tanks to maintain wastewater conveyance during lateral connections: “This system will allow homeowners use of their water and sewer during construction… They’re powered by a 24 [kilowatt] generator connected to emergency notification systems if issues arise.” Presenters said storage and pumping capacity would prevent backups in connected homes.

Council members asked about traffic, pedestrian safety near schools and noise. Presenters said the city had considered longer work hours to expedite the schedule and that dewatering quantities are expected to be lower in summer, enabling faster progress. On noise, Wright said generators will be in insulated metal enclosures and “they're very quiet. They're intended to be operated around residential areas without breaking any sound requirements.”

Public outreach measures include door‑to‑door notices, an April pop-up information event for residents, and flyers via a public‑outreach firm. Presenters said they were coordinating with Kent School District and local schools on bus lanes and pedestrian routing during construction.

Why it matters: the sewer would serve the Lake Point development and also includes replacement and upgrades to existing mains that could improve service for nearby residents. The contractors said they aim to finish major work before the fall school year to reduce long-term disruptions.

No formal council action was required or taken on the project at this meeting; presenters requested feedback and outlined the construction plan and outreach. Council members thanked the presenters and asked staff to continue coordination with schools and residents.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Covington City Council Meeting - March 25, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Brookfield Properties, engineering firm Kennedy Jenks and contractor Tucci and Sons told Covington City Council on March 25 they plan to construct about 2,700 feet of off‑site sanitary sewer this summer for the Lake Point development, using a three‑phase approach with dewatering, sewer installation and roadway restoration.","taxTitle","Covington, King County, Washington","taxId",71066,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6091946,"Covington council agrees to pursue King County grant to fund pool repairs and family changing rooms",1115,2676000,3791000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2857628-ad4dcb63b975899c7d4d2634070f29fa&start=2676&end=3791","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2857628-ad4dcb63b975899c7d4d2634070f29fa/thumbnail_2676000.jpg","/articles/6091946/Covington/King-County/Washington/Covington-council-agrees-to-pursue-King-County-grant-to-fund-pool-repairs-and-family-changing-rooms","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6091946-eca301de8295c066e5980ca96d7c31fe/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156125&Signature=TMFpORHcdcTAGWS4ml1tjy2uVFzfYi93GwkrbBeIFgbc-hIKN6QjLbxsZolMhdPBUp83pRgn4sTnbLsw5NJqK42lcBCraxdN-srQZpCUEjxF6oqgYjuF2Ce~FE-GUG1dY0uOxBz~h4ilrCDb249pPhIbyEBNOgwORjhGzBAHEryponXhwH2bUTG1sOKSFCMGG3nzkWGqepmpT-gwvJcJIRD2J-TMpOgXNsut1ByMH~NQLgzI22NnZePE5-ML6oICp43JxrrMiOWP6ZC9HzGTJVy7h0oAuL0Oi4YuR6id97icbf4U1PTsvnQxVZXtKqLcR7eKc4tjAMFFL-HFnqrWOQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Covington City Council on March 25 directed staff to pursue a King County grant covering up to 50% of proposed improvements at the city aquatic center, after staff said the project package would make the application more competitive.

The grant application would seek funding for two principal components: a full replaster and retiling of the pool (estimated $736,500) and conversion of two lobby restrooms into family changing rooms with showers, ADA upgrades and HVAC improvements (estimated $710,500). City staff said the total estimated cost is roughly $1.5 million and that the city would need to match grant funds using the Aquatics Reserve, which staff estimated at about $1.4 million.

The pool liner work addresses what staff called a time-sensitive maintenance need: “The pool liner was last completely replastered and retiled in 02/2007,” staff member Ethan said, adding that liners typically last 10–12 years and the city has exceeded that timeline. That estimate and the scope were presented so council could confirm the package before the grant application window closes on April 3.

Why it matters: staff said the liner replacement is likely unavoidable within a few years even without grant support, and converting the restrooms to family changing rooms would strengthen the grant application by addressing access and equity criteria listed by King County.

Council members discussed priorities and timing. Councilmember Christine (full name not specified) described the restroom conversion in personal terms: “It's brought to our attention that…children up to 6 years of age can enter into any given locker room with their parents. And then beyond that, you can't. So if I brought a 7 year old, I couldn't take them with me into the locker room… As a mother, I not having a different option…doesn't sit well with me,” she said, urging that both projects be pursued if possible.

Council members asked about budgeting and contingencies. Ethan said the cost estimates are recent and include contingencies; staff noted a contingency line and that line items include architectural and construction management fees. When asked whether the city could apply for only one of the two projects, staff said the city could prioritize (and recommended the pool liner if only one could be funded) but that including the family-change conversion would increase competitiveness for the King County grant.

Decision and next steps: Council signaled consensus to submit an application for the full package (both the pool liner and family changing-room conversion) and to use the Aquatics Reserve as the likely match if the grant were awarded. Staff will file the application before the April 3 deadline and, if awarded, will return to council during the regular budget process to allocate the matching funds formally. Ethan cautioned that accepting a grant after application would still require council action on the match: if the council later chose not to provide matching funds, the city could refuse the award.

The staff presentation noted an expected construction timeline in 2026 if the grant is awarded; staff also said the liner work is the more urgent of the two items and is likely to be necessary even if the city does not receive grant funding.

Council members who spoke on the item: Councilmember Beth (last name not specified), Councilmember Debbie (last name not specified), Councilmember Jennifer (last name not specified), Councilmember Christine (last name not specified), and Councilmember Joe (last name not specified).","Council gave direction to apply for a King County competitive grant that would cover up to 50% of a package of improvements to the city aquatic center, including a replaster/retile of the pool and conversion of two restrooms into ADA-accessible family changing rooms; the city would need to provide a 50% match from the Aquatics Reserve.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6091935,"Covington council appoints three to Human Services Commission",183,2131000,2314000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2857628-ad4dcb63b975899c7d4d2634070f29fa&start=2131&end=2314","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2857628-ad4dcb63b975899c7d4d2634070f29fa/thumbnail_2131000.jpg","/articles/6091935/Covington/King-County/Washington/Covington-council-appoints-three-to-Human-Services-Commission","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6091935-7225200108c1cf37d8acf7a4e0e4d13b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156125&Signature=nVUAkhbSqY1ziuhJxry6eola3iwJVYkc~oMBI-AfVT7773b12gnbbQmJum7NYHhh95QPWX9s3gBEop-1jKx2S5zLrc-9AAE4K7pDhfOeatK5G2c9uqwf4iWt4dKrJXkB8ND59ILjwLcohPSXYs6wTVJadaRgizWJVaNmZ6HnRENI5J19cQr7-Lt01u1qGeOr~y3lrwn8qDHfeFVsKe5FTpx89ScpYzjqATN3Ugfmv8okfMwXcdT6iIolpT2nFIArFQ1s5qFq0liNNMzfBq9rMo0u8PWAppQfYuRK2dav2ZvV24m4MSvIZ-HS1W3jEMsY9qLlo~gCFs98PkC5mQHVHQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Covington City Council on March 25 appointed three residents to the city’s Human Services Commission to terms expiring March 31, 2028.

Council moved to appoint Kaylee Stevens to position No. 3, Brian Chandler to position No. 4 and Catherine Williams to position No. 6 on the Human Services Commission. Each motion was moved and seconded and approved by voice vote.

Councilmembers praised the appointees’ backgrounds and community involvement during the brief discussion. Councilmember Beth (first name only in transcript) noted Stevens’ prior service and community work, saying Stevens emphasized that “community really needs to be involved in human services issues.” Councilmember Debbie (first name only in transcript) praised Brian Chandler’s continuing commitment and experience with homelessness-related issues. Councilmember Jennifer (first name only in transcript) and others commended Catherine Williams’ leadership on grants and outreach while serving as commission chair.

Votes: The council approved each appointment by voice vote during the meeting; no roll-call vote listing individual member votes was recorded in the transcript. The meeting record indicates all motions were adopted by unanimous voice votes during the session.

Appointments and terms (as announced at the meeting):
- Kaylee Stevens, appointed to Human Services Commission, position No. 3; term expiring 03/31/2028.
- Brian Chandler, appointed to Human Services Commission, position No. 4; term expiring 03/31/2028.
- Catherine Williams, appointed to Human Services Commission, position No. 6; term expiring 03/31/2028.

Next steps: Each appointee will be seated on the Human Services Commission and participate in the commission’s regular schedule and activities. The council did not set additional conditions or assignments as part of the appointments.","Council appointed Kaylee Stevens, Brian Chandler and Catherine Williams to the Human Services Commission; each appointment was moved, seconded and approved during the March 25 meeting.","actionData","errors"]

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