City of Tukwila

Duwamish River Work Party
2017-11-11 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Community Center: Duwamish River (Puget Sound Steward Led)
Sign Up Saturday, September 16th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

Sign Up Saturday, November 11th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19
Join EarthCorps and the City of Tukwila as we work to improve the Duwamish River near the Tukwila Community Center. A healthy array of plants on the banks of the river is important for migrating and resident fish, birds and other wildlife. Currently, much of the Duwamish riverbank is covered in aggressive weeds that provide little to no shelter, shade or food for wildlife. A variety of native plants are also critical for filtering polluted rainwater that runs off of parking lots, roads and roofs. Not to mention the enjoyment people can get by sitting in the shade of a tree by the river!
The Basics
We will supply the gloves and tools and will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, forest health, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No prior experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! This video may give you a better idea of what to expect.
This event is led by the Puget Sound Stewards, who are part of our program that matches enthusiastic and motivated volunteers to nearshore habitat restoration sites in need of longterm stewardship.
For your safety and comfort please bring:

Clothing that can get dirty (because it will!)
Long pants and long sleeves (helps protect against prickly plants)
Sturdy shoes that can handle some mud (closed toed shoes are required such as work boots, hiking boots, rubber boots, etc. NO sandals, flats, or heels)
Rain gear and warm layers (check the weather!)
Sack lunch and snacks
Full water bottle

The event will happen rain or shine!
What will volunteers be doing at the event?
While the exact tasks at hand vary, our projects focus on improving the forests, shorelines, and parks in our local cities. Healthy and thriving forests and shorelines are vital to our community because they absorb and naturally filter rain water, produce clean oxygen, provide living spaces for wildlife, and create a place for people to connect with the outdoors.
In order to help create healthy forests, the work can include:

Removing aggressive weeds (like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry)
Maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed
Planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season (often Oct.-Feb.)

Groups
If you are coming as a group, the group leaders are expected to have an active and integral role in our events. Please get in touch with volunteer@earthcorps.org before the event to make sure everything is in order. On the day of the event, make yourself known to the staff (in bright yellow vests) and arrive early in order to meet your group members.
Youth Policy
Youth under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible adult. All volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17 that are not with a parent or guardian must bring a filled out Youth Waiver the day of the event.
Youth and school groups are welcome to attend; leaders should contact the Volunteer Team to take care of all necessary preparations.
Directions
Address: 12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Heading SOUTH on I-5:

Take I-5 south at Exit 156, take ramp right for Interurban Ave toward Tukwila
Turn right onto Interurban Ave S
Turn right at 42nd Ave S, go over the bridge
Arrive at the Tukwila Community Center on the right. The last intersection is Interurban Ave S. If you reach S. 124th St, you’ve gone too far.
Look for EarthCorps event signs

Heading NORTH on I-5:

Take I-5 north and at Exit 156, take ramp right for SR-599 North toward Tukwila / W. Marginal Way
Turn left onto Interurban Ave S
Turn right at 42nd Ave S, go over the bridge
Arrive at the Tukwila Community Center on the right. The last intersection is Interurban Ave S. If you reach S. 124th St, you’ve gone too far.

Look for EarthCorps event signs

Sign Up Saturday, September 16th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

Sign Up Saturday, November 11th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

FREE Health Clinic
2017-11-11 08:30 - 10:00, 2017-11-04 08:30 - 10:00, 2017-10-28 08:30 - 10:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
New Hope Health Center serves the people living in south King County.

Primary Health Care to all adults with no medical insurance, regardless of income

New patients are screened on a first-come, first-served basis during our patient screening sessions which take place on Saturday mornings at:
Redemption Fellowship 15880 Military Road S, in Tukwila (not a valid mailing address)

The clinic is usually open 2 Saturdays per month (depending on doctor availability). They screen from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (first-come, first-served) for medical appointment openings each Saturday that they open.

Please bring ID (to verify date of birth and spelling of name) and proof of income (food stamp letter, 1-2 months of pay stubs, or copy of most recent tax return for example) in case you need to be referred for x-ray or specialty care.

** NO CHILD CARE PROVIDED **
Unable to provide child care during medical or dental care – if you need to bring a child or children with you, you will need to bring someone to watch them while you are being cared for.

See link for updated information: http://www.newhopehc.org/

New Hope provides General Adult Physical Exams as well as:

Chronic Disease Management:
Non-Emergent Acute Illness:
Minor Injuries:
Emotional & Behavioral
Issues:

Diabetes
Arthritis
Asthma
COPD
Hypertension
High cholesterol
Heart disease
Depression

Bronchitis
Sore throat
Bladder infections
Coughs
Rashes
Cold/ flu/ fever

Sprains
Minor burns
Minor wounds (no open lacerations)

Anger/ conflict
Fear
Sadness
Feelings of loss
Death of a loved one
Worry
Feeling overwhelmed
Trouble sleeping
Feeling a loss of control

New Hope is unable to treat the following at this time:

Chronic pain
Bipolar/ any complex psychiatric disorder
Fibromyalgia
ADD
Pap smears – will refer to Public Health
L&I cases/ injuries
Disability testing
Patients taking blood-thinners (such as warfarin or coumadin)
Immunizations/vaccinations
School/sports physicals

SnackPack Virtual Fundraising Event - Nov 11-19
2017-11-11 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
“Let No Child Go Hungry in Tukwila” – A Virtual Fundraising Event for Tukwila Weekend SnackPack
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is November 11-19th 2017. Please support our non-profit organization, Still Waters: Services for Families in Transition, and your contribution will immediately go to work helping a child in need.
You can make either a one time donation or a recurring donation. A monthly gift of $25 will provide weekend meals for one kid for the year. Together we can make a big difference in the lives of these children and their families. http://www.tuksnackpack.com/give.html.
Some of the events planned for this week:
– FB Live broadcasts featuring interviews with the folks that ma…ke SnackPack possible.
– Season Premiere of “Truth Be Told” a FB Live game show to be broadcast daily during this week.
– Mayor Allan Ekberg’s National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week proclamation at City Council on Monday, November 13, 2017.
– Tukwila School Board’s National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week resolution on Tuesday, November 14, 2017.
– Food drive competition among the five schools in Tukwila School District to benefit Tukwila Weekend SnackPack.
– Numerous opportunities to give or sign up to volunteer.
ABOUT HOMELESSNESS IN TUKWILA: In the academic year 2016-2017, 374 students enrolled in the Tukwila School District were struggling with food and housing insecurity. For those children, weekends aren’t about sleeping in or hanging out with friends. Weekends mean long, hungry hours until school re-opens when they can again receive wholesome nourishing meals. This represents more than 12% of the student population, and in one elementary school more than 20% of the students met the federal criteria for homelessness as defined in the McKinney-Vento Act.
Here’s where the campaign money goes: The Tukwila Weekend SnackPack Program was launched in February 2015 to provide 7 meals each weekend for our McKinney-Vento students at Thorndyke Elementary. Since then, we have distributed more than 50,000 meals, serving all three elementary schools in Tukwila.
Over 125 volunteers worked last year to provide meals to about 140 students each week. Volunteers come from the Tukwila church community, Tukwila residents, city employees, and local business partners.
In Fall 2017, SnackPack will be serving Showalter Middle School and Foster High School as well. We have also revised our menu to provide some “Healthy Additions” such as fresh produce, heart healthy cereal, UHT milk, higher protein meals, and lower sodium/sugar options. We need increased funds to meet the anticipated expenses of these changes to our program.
Thank you for helping to ensure that no child goes hungry in Tukwila.

Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board
2017-11-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Tukwila City Hall – Duwamish Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd. (2nd Floor), Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
The Community Oriented Policing Citizen’s Advisory Board (COPCAB) is an official City board that works with the Chief of Police to promote public safety and community policing. The Board consists of nine members: five residents, two business owners/managers, one school representative and a local high school student. Members are appointed and serve for a term of four years.
See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/182539/Row1.aspx

Veterans Day Celebration
2017-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join the City of Tukwila in honoring our veterans and active service members, hosted by Councilmember Joe Duffie. Light breakfast and coffee available.

Park Commission
2017-11-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Advises City officials regarding the acquisition, development, expansion and operation of parks and recreational facilities and programs. Meets in the Senior Game Room at the Tukwila Community Center.

See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/179376/Row1.aspx

Library Advisory Board
2017-11-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Advises City officials on library services in the City, promotes library services and activities, promotes library gift giving.
See Agendas and Minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/167793/Row1.aspx

City Council Regular Meeting
2017-11-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2017-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | City Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Regular Meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. At these meetings the Council conducts general and routine business and adopts ordinances and resolutions. At these meetings, the Mayor presides but does not vote unless it is to break a tie.
See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx

Civil Service Commission
2017-11-06 17:00 - 18:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
Provides the manner in which civil service (all police personnel and commissioned fire personnel) examinations, appointments, promotions, transfers, demotions, reinstatements, suspensions and discharges are made. Decide appeals from suspensions or terminations.
See link for agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/29749/Row1.aspx

Council Chat - Note Special Day
2017-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Council Chats are an informal opportunity to meet with a member of the Tukwila City Council to talk about anything that’s on your mind regarding our community.

Equity & Social Justice Commission
2017-11-02 17:15 - 18:30 | Tukwila City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Advises City and School officials of opportunities to promote understanding and acceptance of cultural diversity in our community.
See agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink/1/fol/287184/Row1.aspx
For more information, contact Niesha at Niesha.Fort-Brooks@TukwilaWA.gov or 206-454-7564.

TIBAC Trash Pick Up
2017-10-28 09:00 - 10:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee (TIBAC) Trash Pick Up Day
For location or information contact Sharon Mann at (206) 200-3616.

Planning Commission
2017-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | City Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
The Planning Commission acts as the land use advisory body for the City Council and reviews and makes recommendations to the City Council on the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Shoreline Plan, Subdivision, Zoning and Sign Codes.

See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/17011/Row1.aspx

Autumn Harvest Carnival
2017-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Bring your friends dress up in your best costume, and join the fun! Ages 1-12. $2.00 per child.
GOULISH, HEALTHY, FUN!
Costume contest, Halloween crafts, games and much more!
Healthy dinner option available for purchase.

Planning Commission - Q&A Session
2017-10-26 17:30 - 18:30 | City Hall – Council Chamber, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila is considering allowing backyard cottages* and making other changes to its mother-in-law apartment* regulations. (* also known as accessory dwelling units or ADUs)
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to get community input on these possible changes on October 26th at 6:30 PM at City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Bl. There will be a drop-in question and answer session from 5:30 to 6:30 that night. You are invited to attend, speak at the hearing or submit your comments/questions to Nora.Gierloff@tukwilawa.gov.
The staff report with more detailed information will be available the afternoon of October 20th at
http://records.tukwilawa.gov/weblink/1/fol/17011/Row1.aspx
For More Information please contact the Department of Community Development at 206-431-3670 or visit the DCD offices at 6300 Southcenter Boulevard Suite 100, open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
If you would like to receive email updates about this issue please email Nora.Gierloff@tukwilawa.gov.

FREE Dental, Vision & Medical Care
2017-10-26 - 2017-10-29 | Seattle Center – Fisher Pavilion, 2nd Avenue North and Thomas Street, Seattle, United States
“These four days in KeyArena were a haven of humanity and compassion at its best. The message to me was very clear, hope in a hurting world. Thank you for that hope and easing my suffering and the suffering of so many people in need.” – Clinic Patient
Seattle/King County Clinic is a volunteer-driven free clinic for people in need that occurs for four days each year in KeyArena at Seattle Center. Tickets are distributed each day on a first-come, first-served basis, for people seeking dental, vision and/or medical care. The next Clinic is October 26 – 29, 2017.
Learn more:

Download the Patient Flyer: Amharic (áŠ áˆ›áˆáŠ›) | Arabic (Ø§Ù„Ø¹ÙŽØ±ÙŽØ¨ÙÙŠÙŽÙ‘Ø©) | Chinese (æ±‰è¯) | Chinese, Simplified (ç®€åŒ–å—) | English |
Farsi (ÙØ§Ø±Ø³ÛŒ) | Khmer (áž—áž¶ážŸáž¶ážáŸ’áž˜áŸ‚ážš) | Korean í•œêµì–´ | Marshallese (Ebon) | Oromo (Afaan Oromoo) |
Russian (Ñ€ÑƒÑÑÐºÐ¸Ð¹ ÑÐ·Ñ‹Ðº) | Somali (af Soomaali) | Spanish (EspaÃ±ol) | Tigrinya (á‰µáŒáˆáŠ›) | Ukrainian (ÑƒÐºÑ€Ð°Ñ—Ð½ÑÑŒÐºÐ° Ð¼Ð¾Ð²Ð°) |
Vietnamese (Tiáº¿ng Viá»‡t)
Download the Patient Poster: Chinese (æ±‰è¯) | English | Spanish (EspaÃ±ol) | Vietnamese (Tiáº¿ng Viá»‡t)
Read Frequently Asked Questions
Download a healthcare resources packet: King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties or All Other WA Counties or search through resources here
Request your Seattle/King County Clinic patient record

For additional information, contact:

SKCClinic@seattlecenter.org
206-684-7200

A Special Thank You to Partners, Donors and Volunteers!

Public Safety Plan Siting Advisory Committee
2017-10-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
The Public Safety Plan Siting Advisory Committee is made up of four community members, two City Councilmembers, and the Public Works Director. The Siting Advisory Committee:

Provides and participate in public outreach strategies;
Ensures community feedback is incorporated when feasible; and
Provides feedback on potential sites, siting process, and outcomes.

Committee members were appointed on May 15th, 2017, and will serve until the siting activities are complete.
The Committee meets on the last Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 in the Hazelnut Conference Room at City Hall.

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
2017-10-24 13:30 - 14:30 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Major duties: Provide recommendations to Mayor and Council regarding the levying and application of Hotel/Motel tax collections.
Appointed by Council, Res. 1381
See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/258749/Row1.aspx

City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
2017-10-23 19:00 - 22:00 | City Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Committee of the Whole (COW) meetings are held the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. The COW meets to coordinate the work of the committees and to discuss items before they are referred to a Regular Meeting. No official action is taken other than referring matters to committees or a Regular Meeting. The Council President presides at Committee of the Whole meetings.
See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx

Tukwila Historical Society
2017-10-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2017-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
MISSION / VISION STATEMENT
Collecting, preserving, and displaying the historical, archaeological, and ethnological artifacts, collections, records, and stories that pertain to Tukwila and the surrounding region.
Join us on the third Thursday of each month.

Action Tukwila
2017-10-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Valley View Sewer District, 3460 South 148th Street, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Action Tukwila meeting
Valley View Sewer District meeting room
3460 S. 148th St., Tukwila

If you’re interested in making Tukwila an even better place for all to live, we invite you to joint Action Tukwila. We’re the folks who put on the HUGE community potluck just over a year ago. We’re planning a World Dance Party when Tukwila Vilage opens, and we’re starting a series of storytelling events.
We’re just getting started! So we invite anyone who shares our values to come join us — or attend a meeting to see if we’re a good fit. There are no dues. We just ask that you support our Mission and Values.
Who can join?
Any person who supports the Action Tukwila Mission and Vision is eligible for membership.
Mission â€” Residents pursuing conversations and grassroots actions that build community and improve the quality of life for everyone who lives in Tukwila.
Vision â€” A future where every resident of Tukwila has equitable access to a quality standard of living, a healthy environment, and the opportunities that a vibrant, sustainable economy provides.

Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee
2017-10-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States

Arts Commission
2017-10-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Advises City officials on arts matters, encourages citizen participation in the arts, promote art projects. Advises the Mayor on expenditure of arts-related budget appropriations.
See link for agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/173956/Row1.aspx

Open House - Police Explorers
2017-10-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Tukwila Police Station, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
We are looking for Explorers!!! What is an Explorer? An explorer is a youth between the ages of 14-20 who is interested in learning more about law enforcement while serving the community.

Explorers receive hands-on training and practical demonstrations in many aspects of law enforcement operations and tactics. Through these demonstrations and continued mentorship, youth are given the opportunity to become leaders in the community. They are provided with lifelong skills that will allow them to succeed in whatever career path they ultimately choose. Our explorer’s also participate in many events such as Special Olympics Tip-A-Cop, National Night Out, Shop With A Cop and many other community functions.
Explorers typically on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM at the Tukwila Police station located at 6200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188.

Qualifications:
â€¢ Age 14-20
â€¢ If in high school, have a GPA of 2.0 or higher
â€¢ If already out of high school, you must be a high school graduate or have a GED
â€¢ Have no criminal convictions
â€¢ Be willing to serve the community

SnackPack Stuff the Bus
2017-10-14 10:00 - 14:00 | SAAR”S Super Saver Foods, 3725 South 144th Street, Tukwila, WA, United States
Let NO child go hungry in Tukwila!
STUFF THE BUS, a community food drive to benefit the Tukwila Weekend SnackPack Program.
10 am to 2 pm
SAAR’s Super Saver Foods
3725 South 144th Street, Tukwila

Many of our students and their families struggle to find enough to eat. That is especially true on weekends and over holidays.

Tukwila Weekend SnackPack Program sends a food sack of seven nutritious meals for the weekend home with Tukwila School District students who are facing hunger and housing instability

Tukwila Weekend SnackPack volunteers will be on hand to give out shopping lists and to receive your generous donations.
Let NO child go hungry in Tukwila!

Thank you for your generous support!
