City of Tukwila

Spirit of Giving Campaign - Donate to Help Tukwila Families Experiencing Homelessness
2024-11-24 00:00 - 23:59, 2024-12-01 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Parks & Recreation has joined forces with the Rotary Club of SeaTac-Tukwila for the 2024 Spirit of Giving Campaign. Your monetary donations and/or donations of toys, cozy items, hygiene essentials and gift cards will help ensure a healthy, happy winter for Tukwila families experiencing homelessness.
Last year we helped 430 children and their families with $38,000 in donations from generous community partners like you! This year, we expect the need to continue to grow, and that’s why we need your help!
PLEASE MAKE ALL DONATIONS ON OR BEFORE DEC 1. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
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HOW CAN YOU HELP?
✔️HOST a personalized event, such as Cozy Item Drive: blankets, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves and socks.
✔️DONATE new, unwrapped items at the Tukwila Community Center, such as grocery gift cards, Cozy Items (see above), hygiene items, toys and board games, and gift cards for teens.
✔️MONETARY DONATIONS can be made through the Rotary Club of SeaTac-Tukwila and allow us to customize family care packages. (EIN 27-4432912)

CHECKS – make payable to SOUTHCENTER ROTARY FOUNDATION, PO Box 88744, Tukwila WA 98138.
VENMO – @SeaTacTukwilaRotaryFoundation

For more information, visit TukwilaWA.gov/Giving or call 206-768-2822 or email Parks & Recreation.

Thanksgiving Lunch for Seniors
2024-11-26 11:00 - 14:00 | WA
THANKSGIVING LUNCH
This 35th, annual event is held at the Double Tree Inn and Suites by Hilton in Tukwila.
$10.00 per person
✔️ Click her to register.

City of Tukwila Blood Drive
2024-12-10 10:00 - 16:00 | WA
Bloodworks NW will be in the Council Chamber at Tukwila City Hall from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Planting at Riverton Park
2024-12-10 11:30 - 13:30 | Riverton Park
Join local neighbor and forest Steward Debbie for an afternoon impacting the environment. Invasive English ivy and Himalayan blackberry threaten Riverton Park’s large trees, which are essential habitats for large raptors and wildlife. We aim to reestablish a healthy urban forest bordering the community park. This is an example of how Tukwila can support urban wildlife within the park’s systems.
All tools, materials and training will be provided at the start of the work party.
Restrooms are onsite May-October otherwise, you may use the restroom at the Tukwila Community Center quick drive down the street.
All ages OK
✔️ Click here to register for Oct 8.
✔️ Click here to register for Nov 12.
✔️ Click here to register for Dec 10.
Where to Bring
Bring a full water bottle, snacks for yourself, weather-appropriate clothes, and closed-toed shoes. If you have garden gloves, please bring them.
Where to Meet
Riverton Park: 13263 Macadam Rd S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Work parties are taking place next to the Gully Gardens P-Patch on the lower section of the park. You will see a 6ft toolbox (JOBOX) meet there.
Meeting Location Map
Where to Park
The parking lot for Riverton Park is located on 131st at 4124 S 131st St, Tukwila, WA, 98168.

Contact
Olena.Perry@tukwilawa.gov
If you are unable to find the location, please reach out to the Tukwila Community Center at (206) 768-2822 or stop by 12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
To cancel or have questions, please reach out to Olena.Perry@Tukwilawa.gov.

Seniors Holiday Party & Yearly Slides
2024-12-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Free holiday party for seniors in the Tukwila community. Limited space.
Click here to sign-up.

** For more senior events, click here.

Duwamish Hill Preserve - Solstice Walk, Reading and Park Tour
2024-12-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Duwamish Hill Preserve, 3800 S 115th St, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join Green Tukwila staff member Olena Perry for a Solstice walk and reading at Duwamish Hill Preserve. Olena will discuss the longest night of the year and the sun’s return. She will also discuss the hill’s history and the unique ecosystem including the Madrone grove at the site..
All ages OK
✔️ Click here to register: https://tukwila.greencitypartnerships.org/event/261/
What to Bring
Dress for the weather, maybe an umbrella if a chance of rain. Wear good hiking shoes the tour will go to the very top of the hill. Waterbottle and a backpack to take valuables from the car would be great.
Where to Park
Parking lot or parking is across the street by the river.

Contact
Olena.Perry@tukwilawa.gov
This hike has a steep incline on a gravel trail with two sets of stairs. No restroom onsite but the Tukwila Community Center is a 2 min drive from the park.

2025 Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship due by Mar 31
2025-01-28 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-02-11 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-02-25 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-11 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-03-25 08:30 - 16:00, 2025-03-31 08:30 - 17:00 | Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
The City of Tukwila Scholarship Program was established in 2014. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to individuals enrolled for undergraduate study in community colleges, colleges, trade schools and universities. Selection criteria include but are not limited to academic accomplishments, community service, references, financial need, and personal essay.

Download the application.

The deadline to submit scholarship applications is March 31, 2025 – no exceptions.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Must be a resident of the City of Tukwila. Proof of residency is required at the time of application: most recent utility bill.
Must be equivalent to a Senior in High School.
Must demonstrate a substantial financial need as indicated on the FAFSA Student Aid Report.
Must have applied to an undergraduate program at a Community College, Trade School or University.
Must demonstrate leadership qualities as evidenced by involvement in extra-curricular activities.
Must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher.
Must have completed a minimum of 15 hours of community service.

For more information, contact Cheryl Thompson, Executive Assistant, Mayor’s Office, Cheryl.thompson@tukwilawa.gov, (206) 433-1850.

Click here for updates.

Free Adaptive Pickleball
2025-02-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join us for an Indoor Pickleball Play Day! A limited number of sport chairs will be available & we will have paddles for players to use.
Registration is required to participate.
✔️ Click here to sign-up.

4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S

Foster Golf Links Centennial Celebration
2025-02-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Foster Golf Links, 13500 Interurban Avenue South, Tukwila, 98168
Join Us for the Centennial Celebration!
Thursday, February 13 at 9 a.m.
✔️ ** RSVP so we can welcome you!

You’re invited to join us at Foster Golf Links to celebrate this milestone. Meet us at the course, 13500 Interurban Avenue South, for a morning of festivities.
Kick off the day with a Ceremonial First Shot off Tee #1 at 9 a.m., followed by welcoming words by local dignitaries and a telling of the history of the region’s second public golf course!
Light refreshments will follow. Attendees can enjoy a day of golf – 9 holes for $3.50 and 18 holes for $7.50.

See you there and join us throughout the year for monthly events marking this 100th year!

Earth Day Art, Photo & Video Contest due by Mar 7
2025-02-27 17:00, 2025-03-07 12:00 | WA
Recology and the City of Tukwila are announcing their second Earth Day Contest for Tukwila students, this year titled, Project Recycle Right.
How do you reduce waste, reuse items, and/or recycle correctly? Share a drawing, photo, photo of an art piece, or a short video (60 seconds or less) that you created telling us about your experience embarking on Project Recycle Right. You can win up to $300 for your submittal! Winning entries will be shared on City of Tukwila and Recology websites, social media, and featured in an Earth Day news release. Entries are due by Friday, March 7th at 12:00 PM.
For more information and to apply, please visit the online application.

2025 UPCOMING EVENTS
March 22 – Styrofoam, appliances, scrap metal, and electronics recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
May 31 – Paint collection event, TCC, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
June 14 – Styrofoam, scrap metal, and shredding recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
July 12 – King County Repair Event, TCC, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
September 27 – Paint collection event, TCC, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
October 11 – Mattress recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
November 8 – Shredding recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
** If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the City of Tukwila at: Recycle@TukwilaWA.gov. **

On November 1, 2023, the City of Tukwila started a 10-year waste hauler contract with Recology. Recology provides garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste services. If you have questions about your service, please contact Recology at 206-944-3900 or Tukwila@Recology.com. To find out more information regarding Recology’s services, cart/container sizes, and rates, visit Recology.com/Tukwila.

Waste Hauler Transition FAQs

To find out which items are recyclable, compostable, and garbage, visit:

Recology sorting guides

SOLID WASTE DISCOUNT
The City of Tukwila provides a solid waste discount for homeowners or renters who pay for garbage and or food & yard waste collection services and meet eligibility requirements.
Qualified residents will receive a 50% discount off their solid waste bill. Once approved by the City of Tukwila Public Works Department, the discount will be applied to the next billing period. Retroactive discounting is not available.
To qualify for the solid waste collection discount, you must meet all the following criteria:

At least one of the owners/renters in the house must be 62 years old or older and/or disabled.
Your total annual household income, from all sources, must be less than $52,700 if in a one-person household or $60,250 if in a two-person household (50% of the Area Median Income.)
You must be an owner or renter and reside in the City of Tukwila.

Application for solid waste collection discount (ONLINE FORM)

Printable Forms

Application for solid waste collection discount (English)
Solicitud de descuento en la recolección de desechos sólidos (Spanish)
Codsashada qiima-dhimista qaaditaanka qashinka (Somali)
Đơn đăng ký chương trình giảm giá dịch vụ thu gom chất thải rắn (Vietnamese)
የደረቅ ቆሻሻ አሰባሰብ ቅናሽ ማመልከቻ (Amharic)

Open House - Middle Housing in Tukwila
2025-03-05 16:30 - 19:00 | Sullivan Center at Tukwila Village, 14350 Tukwila International Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tell us what you think about proposed changes to housing standards!
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Sullivan Center, 14350 Tukwila International Blvd
4:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Pizza and refreshments provided.
To address the need for more housing and meet state mandates, Tukwila is updating its housing regulations to allow for more housing types. Tukwila’s new regulations will allow for greater density in traditionally single family and medium density zones. Please attend this Open House to learn more and provide feedback!

To learn more about Middle Housing, visit the website here: TukwilaWA.gov/CompPlanUpdate
The legislative deadline for adoption of Middle Housing regulations is June 30, 2025. To achieve that, the City’s Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on April 24th, after which, the proposal will go to the City Council for consideration and adoption.
Questions? Send an email to 2044CompPlan@tukwilawa.gov or call 206-431-3659.

Soul Line Dance St. Patty's Day Party (for Seniors)
2025-03-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Soul Line Dance St. Patty’s Day Party (for Seniors)
** Free **
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
Click here to sign-up.

Free Recycling Drop-Off Event
2025-03-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
City of Tukwila will be accepting styrofoam, appliances, scrap metal, and electronics at this Recycling Drop-Off Event.
This free event is only for Tukwila residents.
Mar 22, 2025
10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
** Click here to see acceptable items. **
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June 14, 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S

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Recology and the City of Tukwila are announcing their second Earth Day Contest for Tukwila students, this year titled, Project Recycle Right.
How do you reduce waste, reuse items, and/or recycle correctly? Share a drawing, photo, photo of an art piece, or a short video (60 seconds or less) that you created telling us about your experience embarking on Project Recycle Right. You can win up to $300 for your submittal! Winning entries will be shared on City of Tukwila and Recology websites, social media, and featured in an Earth Day news release. Entries are due by Friday, March 7th at 12:00 PM.
For more information and to apply, please visit the online application.

2025 UPCOMING EVENTS
March 22 – Styrofoam, appliances, scrap metal, and electronics recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
May 31 – Paint collection event, TCC, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
June 14 – Styrofoam, scrap metal, and shredding recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
July 12 – King County Repair Event, TCC, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
September 27 – Paint collection event, TCC, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
October 11 – Mattress recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
November 8 – Shredding recycling collection event, TCC, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

** If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the City of Tukwila at: Recycle@TukwilaWA.gov. **

On November 1, 2023, the City of Tukwila started a 10-year waste hauler contract with Recology. Recology provides garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste services. If you have questions about your service, please contact Recology at 206-944-3900 or Tukwila@Recology.com. To find out more information regarding Recology’s services, cart/container sizes, and rates, visit Recology.com/Tukwila.

Waste Hauler Transition FAQs

To find out which items are recyclable, compostable, and garbage, visit:

Recology sorting guides

Community Meeting - Allentown Truck Reroute Project: Draft Environmental Impact Statement
2025-03-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
We want to hear your feedback on the Allentown Truck Reroute Project Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)!You can view the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) that studies the Allentown truck reroute alternatives at: Allentown Truck Reroute Project: Draft Environmental Impact Statement.• Submit your input online with the comment form on our project website: tukwilawa.gov/allentown• Attend our Community Meeting and provide your written comments in person: Where: Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
When: March 25th, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.• Email your comments to Mark.Hafs@TukwilaWA.gov• Or mail your comments to:
City of Tukwila – Mark Hafs 6300 Southcenter Blvd Tukwila, WA 98188Mailed comments must be postmarked by April 9th, 2025

2025 State of the City Address Event
2025-04-02 17:30 - 20:30 | Foster High’s Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
I would like to invite you to join me for my annual State of the City address to be held on Wednesday, April 2 at 6:00pm at the Foster High School Performing Arts Center, located at 4242 South 144th Street. This is an opportunity to hear about what the City of Tukwila has accomplished in the past year and highlights about the vision for 2025.
The event will include informational tables, providing you with opportunities to meet City staff and community partners. Learn more about services and programs available to members of the Tukwila community. Light refreshments will be served. I am looking forward to this event and I hope you can join me.
Thomas McLeod, Mayor

All participants are welcome. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, please call or text 206-433-1850 or email Mayor@TukwilaWA.gov at least seven days before the event.

Riverton Creek - Cottonwood Corner Work Party
2025-04-10 11:00 - 13:00 | WA
Join local Forest Stewards Heidi & Greta for a fun work party removing noxious weeds and learning about healthy eco-systems. All tools and training provided.
✔️ Click here to sign-up.
What to Bring
Bring a full water bottle, snacks for yourself, clothes that are weather-appropriate, and closed-toed shoes. If you have garden gloves please bring them.
Where to Meet
The site is a corner lot, gather by the JOBOX down in the site with the circle of log rounds.
Where to Park
Lots of street parking in the neighborhood and around the site.
If you have questions or concerns, please get in touch with Heidi Watters at heidiwatters@gmail.com or 206.679.8820.

Coffee With a Cop at the Mall
2025-04-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Westfield Southcenter Mall
Join us for Coffee with a Cop at Westfield Southcenter, a welcoming and informal opportunity to connect with local law enforcement over a cup of coffee. This community event fosters open conversations, allowing shoppers and residents to ask questions, share concerns, and get to know the officers who serve their community—all in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Stop by, say hello, and build positive relationships with your local police department.
Location: Level 1 at Food Court entrance in the Police center.

Cooking to Prevent Food Waste Workshop
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-29 13:30 - 15:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
The average family of four throws away about $1,500 each year on wasted food. Join us at a free cooking class to learn how to make the most of your groceries! We will make and taste together some surprising treats that are yummy, nutritious, and reduce food waste! Meal planning, proper food storage, and using all parts of the food that we buy all play a real part in saving our landfills while saving us money! Ages 16+
REGISTRATION REQUIRED DUE TO LIMITED SPACE
✔️ Click on below date to register.
Monday, April 28 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
Tuesday, April 29 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

City Hall Blood Donation Drive
2025-04-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Tukwila City Hall – Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
City Hall Blood Drive is on Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
✔️ Sign up here: https://donate.bloodworksnw.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/77071
Each spring, when the sun comes out, blood donations drop during school breaks and families taking vacations together, but there’s still a need for blood. Consider sharing a little sunshine with patients near you by making blood donation part of your spring break plans. When you donate with Bloodworks, you’re giving a critical boost to patients undergoing surgeries, traumas, and cancer treatments.
As a donor, you are also encouraging our local community to step up and donate blood every 56 days, rain or shine.
This month, all donors can enter to win a dream trip to Hawaii for two. Book your appointment today for a chance to soak up the sun.

Veteran's Day with Seattle Mariners (for Seniors)
2025-04-30 10:30 - 17:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Veteran’s Day with Seattle Mariners (for Seniors)
** Free **
Click here to sign-up.
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S

Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony
2025-05-12 09:00 - 09:30 | Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
We will be having a ceremony in observance of Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day on Monday , May 12th, at 9:00 am. The ceremony will take place at the flagpole in front of City Hall. Please come and join the observance to remember our fallen brothers and sisters in law enforcement.

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Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week history:
The observance was created on October 1, 1961, when Congress authorized the president to designate May 15th to honor peace officers. John F. Kennedy signed the bill into law on October 1, 1962. The proclamation signed by President Kennedy read:[5]
87th Congress of the United States of America

H.J.Res. 730
October 1, 1962
Public Law 87-726

Joint Resolution 76 Stat. 676.
To authorize the President to proclaim May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week of each year during which such May 15 occurs as Police Week.
Whereas the police officers of America have worked devotedly and selflessly on behalf of the people of this Nation, regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves; and
Whereas these officers have safeguarded the lives and property of their fellow Americans; and
Whereas by the enforcement of our laws, these same officers have given our country internal freedom from fear of the violence and civil disorder that is presently affecting other nations;
Whereas these men and women by their patriotic service and their dedicated efforts have earned the gratitude of the Republic: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the President is authorized and requested to issue proclamations (1) designating May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day in honor of the Federal, State, and municipal officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty, (2) directing the officials of the Government to display at half-staff the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on such day, as provided by section 3(m) of the Act of June 22, 1942 (Chapter 435; 56 Stat. 377; 36 U. S. C. 175), (3) designating in each year the calendar week during which such May 15 occurs as Police Week, in recognition of the service given by the men and women who, night and day, stand guard in our midst to protect us through enforcement of our laws, and (4) inviting the governments of the States and communities and the people of the United States to observe such day and week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, including the display at half-staff of the flag of the United States. Approved October 1, 1962.
To pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and to voice our appreciation for all those who currently serve on the front lines of the battle against crime, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962 (75 Stat.676), has authorized and requested the President to designate May 15 of each year as “Peace Officers Memorial Day,” and the week in which it falls as “National Police Week” and by Public Law 103-322 (36 U.S.C. 175) has requested that the flag be flown at half-staff on Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.

Free Paint Recycling Event
2025-05-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Drop-off your leftover paint to dispose for FREE! Don’t miss this opportunity to declutter your space and contribute to a greener environment.
Register for time slots, saving your time & ensure we have a smooth running event. Our team of experts will be on hand to guide you through the process and ensure everything is properly recycled.
For all events, we ask that attendees stay in their cars. Event staff will direct you to drop-off lanes where we will unload everything for you. This ensures a safe and efficient process.
✔️ For more information and to register, visit: www.circular.eco/event/Tukwila53125

ACCEPTED ITEMS:
Latex paint
Oil-based paint
Stains and shellacs
Lacquers, sealers, and varnishes
Urethanes and textured coatings
5-gallon or smaller containers
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NOT ACCEPTED ITEMS:
Aerosol (spray paint) Paint thinner
Solvents
Cleaning agents
Drywall mud, roof patch, adhesives
Hazardous waste materials
For questions, please email events@greensheenpaint.com
