City of Tukwila

Rainier Symphony Concert
2022-12-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-12-11 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Foster High’s Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
CLASSICS CONCERT

Saturday, October 22 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 23 – 3:00 pm
Foster Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila

John Williams
The Cowboys Overture

Kevin Walczyk
Concerto Gaucho; Zach Lyman, trumpet

Manuel de Falla
3 Dances from The Three-Cornered Hat

Aaron Copland
Billy the Kid Suite

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HOLIDAY CONCERT
Saturday, December 10 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 11 – 3:00 pm
Foster Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, arr. Baynes
Christmas Overture

Englebert Humperdinck
Prelude to Hansel and Gretel

Luther Henderson, arr. Custer
A Canadian Brass Christmas

Alfred Reed, arr. McAlister
Russian Christmas Music

Bill Holcombe
Festive Sounds of Hanukkah

Morton Lauridsen
O Magnum Mysterium

Peter Hope
Carol Sequence

Leroy Anderson
A Christmas Festival

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CLASSICS CONCERT
Saturday, February 25 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, February 26 – 3:00 pm
Foster Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila

Ludwig van Beethoven
Coriolan Overture

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
Ballade for Orchestra, Op. 33

Elise Winkler
Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree

Ludwig van Beethoven
Violin Concerto; Denise Dillenbeck, violin

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CLASSICS CONCERT
Saturday, April 15 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, April 16 – 3:00 pm
Foster Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila

Hector Berlioz
Roman Carnival Overture

Aram Khachaturian
Spartacus Ballet Suite No. 1

Ottorino Respighi
Pines of Rome

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MUSICIAN’S CHOICE CONCERT
Saturday, June 3 – 7:30 pm
Sunday, June 4 – 3:00 pm
Foster Performing Arts Center
4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila
Favorite pieces selected by our orchestra members. Music to be announced in the fall.
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** In the event of unforeseen circumstances, programs and artists may change without notice.**
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Community Services & Safety Committee
2022-12-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Hybrid – Virtual/Onsite, United States
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to police, fire, emergency services, municipal court, public safety facilities, animals, community engagement, human services, parks, recreation, youth and senior services, golf course, community center, library, public art, social equity and justice, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members: Chair Kathy Hougardy, Mohamed Abdi, Tosh Sharp

Community Services & Safety Committee agendas/minutes/audio

This meeting is offered in a hybrid format. The meeting room is the Hazelnut Conference Room located in Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard. Information about how to access the meeting is printed on each agenda. Sign up for the Council Agenda Packet Email List here: https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/city-clerks-office/

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Finance & Governance Committee
2022-12-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Hybrid – Virtual/Onsite, United States
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to financial management and fiscal operations of the City, administrative services, insurance, personnel, compensation, technology systems, government performance, public records, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members: Chair De’Sean Quinn, Kate Kruller, Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson

Finance & Governance Committee agendas/minutes/audio

Meetings are open to the public. This is a hybrid meeting, conducted both onsite and virtually via MS Teams. The meeting room is the Duwamish Conference Room located in the 6300 Building, 6300 Southcenter Boulevard. Information about how to access the meeting is printed on each agenda. Sign up for the Council Agenda Packet Email List here: https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/city-clerks-office/

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City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
2022-12-12 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-01-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Tukwila City Hall – Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
The meeting will be conducted BOTH on-site at Tukwila City Hall and also virtually.

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.

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Those wishing to provide public comments have the ability to address the City Council both on-site at City Hall or via phone or Microsoft Teams for up to 5 minutes for items both on and not on the agenda. To provide comment via phone or Microsoft Teams, please email citycouncil@tukwilawa.gov with your name and topic by 5:00 p.m. on the meeting date. Please clearly indicate that you would like to make public comment during the meeting, and you will receive further instructions.

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S. 152nd Street Improvement Project Public Meeting
2022-12-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Tukwila Justice Center Emergency Operations Center Conference Room, at 15005 Tukwila International Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Public Works will be hosting a public meeting to discuss the upcoming 152nd St. Safe Routes to school project.
The meeting will take place in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) room at the Tukwila Justice Center from 3pm to 6pm on December 13, 2022.

Library Advisory Board
2022-12-13 18:00 - 19:00 | 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.
For more information, contact John Dunn at John.Dunn@TukwilaWA.gov or 206-767-2325.
See Agendas and Minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/167793/Row1.aspx
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12 Days of Goodness with Seattle Seahawks
2022-12-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
This free event will be held on Dec 14 for Veterans (50 + years) and their family only. Includes special guest appearances by Seahawks Legends and surprise entertainment. Enjoy lunch, prizes and photo opportunities. Burien can transport up to 10 participants. First come, first served.
Click here to register.

For more information, call Parks & Recreation front desk at 206-768-2822.

Restoration at Riverton Park
2022-12-14 11:30 - 13:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP is restoring 138 acres of forest and open green spaces over the next 20 years. The only way to accomplish this goal is with the support of partners and volunteers. Thank you for being a part of the solution!

Green Tukwila is following Public Health Guidelines to keep volunteers and staff safe during work parties.
Join friends, neighbors, and bring your families outside to learn about trees, shrubs, invasive plants, how to use tools, and much more. Work parties are being planned for community members and businesses to care for precious urban forests and to ensure healthy, safe, and beautiful public spaces to enjoy in the future.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteer work parties and workshops have limited numbers to ensure the safety of stewards, volunteers, and staff. All participants must sign up online and will be sent an email confirming a few days before.

Restoration at Riverton Park

Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, October 12, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Native planting: Wednesday, November 16, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, December 14th, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE

Don’t miss out! Join our email list and learn about upcoming events.

Contact us: email Olena.Perry@TukwilaWA.gov or call 206-768-2822

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
Duwamish Hill Preserve

Invasive plant removal: Saturday, September 17, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE
Duwamish Alive, Planting: Saturday, October 15, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE
Green Tukwila Day, Planting: Saturday, November 19, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE

Park Commission
2022-12-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-01-11 17:30 - 18:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Advises City officials regarding the acquisition, development, expansion and operation of parks and recreational facilities and programs. Meets in the Executive Conference Room at the Tukwila Community Center or you can participate virtually on Microsoft Teams.
For information, contact Kris Kelly at Kris.Kelly@TukwilaWA.gov.

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Civil Service Commission
2022-12-15 17:00 - 18:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 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.

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For more information, contact Human Resources at 206-433-1831.

Tukwila School District Surplus Sale Event
2022-12-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Showalter Middle School, 4628 S 144th Street, Tukwila , WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila School District is hosting a surplus sale event. Some surplus items for sale are technology, furniture, books and more!
9:00 am – 11:00 am – Staff & students
11:00 am – 2:00 pm – General public
See flyer here: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=512075407608634&set=a.449490820533760&__cft__[0]=AZWANVqZHhMLU26_et_tOwL0uFHDEWG3j7a-ZP4eOyuQTrz75xXihANpQK_wjsr0xUbuPyoLgLDB5g_3DFYc8EhlF49E6tAdKVEADAzREiFbL3Gq1at5mCgxK8PT3O-E_sAkIZVWEKvLBZeAwJQbkwo0gur7_TimC2mhiWA-OzV5l7t8fKwm87jzUcdlYNJWBj-r44pL_qEpqL3bn_Mf7TpB&__tn__=EH-R

Christmas Day - City Offices Closed
2022-12-26 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States

Let's Give Blood
2022-12-28 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
You’re the type to help save lives.
DONATE BLOOD WITH BLOODWORKS AND FILL OUT THE ENTRY FORM TO WIN A BIG PRIZE THIS MONTH!
Every two seconds in the United States, someone needs blood. No matter who you are, you can help. Here are what types of blood we most urgently need right now.

Your donation is critical! To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-398-7888.
Click here for more information and to schedule an appointment online.

Arts Commission
2022-12-28 18:00 - 19:00 | 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.
For more information, contact Michael May at Michael.May@TukwilaWA.gov.
See link for agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/173956/Row1.aspx

In-person meeting or Microsoft Teams meeting
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New Year's Day - City Offices and Community Center Closed
2023-01-02 08:00 - 17:00

Equity & Social Justice Commission
2023-01-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Tukwila Justice Center, 15005 Tukwila International 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 in-person, please join us at 5:30PM – Tukwila Justice Center, 15005 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila
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To participate in the meeting by phone: 253-292-9750, Phone Conference ID: 986 969 249#

For assistance during the meeting, please call Rachel Bianchi, Equity and Social Justice Staff Liaison, at 206-396-0341.

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Give Blood to Save 3 Lives
2023-01-07 08:00 - 17:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
You’re the type to help save lives.
DONATE BLOOD WITH BLOODWORKS AND FILL OUT THE ENTRY FORM TO WIN A BIG PRIZE THIS MONTH!
Every two seconds in the United States, someone needs blood. No matter who you are, you can help. Here are what types of blood we most urgently need right now.
Your donation is critical! To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-398-7888.
Click here for more information and to schedule an appointment online.

BLOODWORKS DONATION CENTER
660 SW 39TH ST #100, RENTON (1 block from IKEA)

Whole Blood and Apheresis Donation Hours
Monday: 8am to 4pm
Tuesday: 11am to 7pm
Wednesday: 10am to 6pm
Thursday: 8am to 4pm
Friday: 8am to 4pm
Saturday: 8am to 4pm
Sunday: 8am to 4pm

Park Commission
2023-01-10 17:30 - 18:30
Advises City officials regarding the acquisition, development, expansion and operation of parks and recreational facilities and programs. Meets in the Executive Conference Room at the Tukwila Community Center or you can participate virtually on Microsoft Teams.
For information, contact Kris Kelly at Kris.Kelly@TukwilaWA.gov.
See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/179376/Row1.aspx

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Restoration at Riverton Park
2023-01-11 11:30 - 13:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP – VOLUNTEER & LEARN WITH GREEN TUKWILA!
Join friends, neighbors, and bring your families outside to learn about trees, shrubs, invasive plants, how to use tools, and much more. Work parties are being planned for community members and businesses to care for precious urban forests and to ensure healthy, safe, and beautiful public spaces to enjoy in the future.

RESTORATION AT RIVERTON PARK
Planting event, January 11, 11:30-1:30 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Planting event, February 8, 11:30-1:30 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Contact us: email Olena.Perry@TukwilaWA.gov or call 206-768-2822

UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteer work parties and workshops have limited numbers to ensure the safety of stewards, volunteers, and staff. All participants must sign up online and will be sent an email confirmation a few days before.

✔ COTTONWOOD CORNER, A YOUTH-FOCUSED WORK PARTY

Planting, January 12, 11:00-2:00 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

✔ DUWAMISH HILL PRESERVE

2023 dates coming soon!

Public Works Open House
2023-01-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
You are invited to come and learn more about Tukwila Public Works operations, and about the City’s plans to build a new facility to support these activities.
Drop by anytime today between 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Tukwila Community Center – Meeting Room A
12424 42nd Ave S
Public Works staff provide critical public services such as emergency response, road maintenance, snow removal, vehicle maintenance, fire hydrant repair and many more. We appreciate your interest what our teams do for this community.

Cottonwood Corner - Youth-Focused Work Party
2023-01-12 11:00 - 14:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP – VOLUNTEER & LEARN WITH GREEN TUKWILA!
Join friends, neighbors, and bring your families outside to learn about trees, shrubs, invasive plants, how to use tools, and much more. Work parties are being planned for community members and businesses to care for precious urban forests and to ensure healthy, safe, and beautiful public spaces to enjoy in the future.

COTTONWOOD CORNER, A YOUTH-FOCUSED WORK PARTY
Planting, January 12, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Contact us: email Olena.Perry@TukwilaWA.gov or call 206-768-2822

UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteer work parties and workshops have limited numbers to ensure the safety of stewards, volunteers, and staff. All participants must sign up online and will be sent an email confirmation a few days before.

✔ RESTORATION AT RIVERTON PARK

Planting event, January 11, 11:30-1:30 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Planting event, February 8, 11:30-1:30 pm. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

✔ DUWAMISH HILL PRESERVE

2023 dates coming soon!

Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board
2023-01-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Tukwila Justice Center, 15005 Tukwila International Blvd, 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.
For more information, contact COPCAB Liaison Phi Huynh at p.huynh@TukwilaWA.gov.
See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/182539/Row1.aspx

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Martin Luther King Jr's Day - City Offices and Community Center Closed
2023-01-16 08:00 - 17:00

Special Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee
2023-01-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Hybrid – Virtual/Onsite, United States
The Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to transportation, traffic, streets, water, sewer, surface water, power, street lighting and signals, solid waste and recycling, river basins and levees, aviation, telecommunications, shops facilities, fleet, public transit and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members: Tosh Sharp, Chair; Kate Kruller, Mohamed Abdi
Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee Agendas/Minutes/Audio
Meetings are open to the public. This is a hybrid meeting, conducted both onsite and electronically via MS Teams. The meeting room is the Duwamish Conference Room located in the 6300 Building at 6300 Southcenter Boulevard. Information about how to access the meeting is printed on each agenda. Sign up for the Council Agenda Packet Email List here: https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/city-clerks-office/
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Special Planning & Community Development Committee
2023-01-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Hybrid – Virtual/Onsite, United States
The Planning & Community Development Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to housing policies and programs, planning and land use, annexations, building and development regulations, code enforcement, economic development, tourism, workforce development, environment and sustainability, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members: Kathy Hougardy, Chair; De’Sean Quinn, Thomas McLeod
Planning & Community Development Committee Agendas/Minutes/Audio
Meetings are open to the public. This is a hybrid meeting, conducted both onsite and electronically via MS Teams. The meeting room is the Hazelnut Conference Room located in City Hall at 6200 Southcenter Blvd. Information about how to access the meeting is printed on each agenda. Sign up for the Council Agenda Packet Email List here: https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/city-clerks-office/
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Civil Service Commission
2023-01-19 17:00 - 18:00 | 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, 6300 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA, 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.

Click here to join the virtual meeting
Participate in the meeting by phone: (253) 292-9750 Conference ID: 165 483 350#

For in-person, please join us at 5:00 PM
6300 Southcenter Blvd
Duwamish Meeting Room, 2nd Floor
For entry to meeting, please call TC Croone at (206) 886-6390.

See link for agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/29749/Row1.aspx
For more information, contact Human Resources at 206-433-1831.

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Clue High School Performance
2023-01-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Foster High’s Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
Please join Foster High School’s Theatre Program for a performance of CLUE HIGH SCHOOL EDITION. Pay tickets at the door. $5 Students and $10 Adults
Thu, Jan 19 @ 7:30 p.m.
Fri, Jan 20 @ 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Jan 21 @ 3:30 p.m.
Foster Performing Arts Center – 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila

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