City of Tukwila

City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
2024-08-12 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

THE PHONE NUMBER FOR THE PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING IS:
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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.

See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx

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Free Summer Meals (Monday-Friday)
2024-08-13, 2024-08-20 | WA
FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR AGES 18 AND UNDER!
Summer Food Service Program provides free summer meals for children in King County. Free meals are provided at the following 5 locations!
Click here for more information.
Summer Meals Locator: English Español Af Somali Tiếng Việt

CASCADE VIEW COMMUNITY PARK
14211 37TH Ave S

Jul 10 – Aug 25 Mon – Fri
Lunch: 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Snack: 1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
FOSTER HIGH SCHOOL
4242 S 144th St

Jul 5 – Aug 3 Mon – Thu
Breakfast: 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
TUKWILA ELEMENTARY
5939 S 149th St

Jul 5 – Aug 3 Mon – Thu
Breakfast: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

TUKWILA VILLAGE FARMER’S MARKET
14350 Tukwila International Blvd

Jun 21 – Aug 30 Wednesdays
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Halal friendly options.
Meals available for caregivers too!
TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER
12424 42nd Ave S

Jul 5 – Aug 25 Mon – Fri
Lunch: 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Snack: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Restoration at Riverton Park
2024-08-13 11:30 - 13:30 | Riverton Park
Riverton Park is a beautiful community park with picnic tables, a playground, Gully Gardens P-Patch, and a walking loop with a natural border that offers something for everyone. The natural plant board of the park has largely established mature trees that support wildlife, reduce pollutants in the air, and help to bring shade on hot days. Unfortunately, these trees are in danger due to English ivy, which grows aggressively and chokes out native plants and trees. The good news is YOU ARE HERE to help; as a community, we can save these trees and install a healthy native forest; plus, it is a ton of fun!
All tools, materials, and training will be provided at the start of the work party.
REGISTER HERE: https://tukwila.greencitypartnerships.org/event/map/

Park N Play Summer Event
2024-08-13 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-14 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-15 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-16 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-17 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-20 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-21 14:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-22 14:00 - 18:00 and 2 more dates | WA
Park ‘N’ Play Summer Program Starts July 9th
It’s playtime with Tukwila Parks & Recreation!

Hey kids and families! Join our Park ‘N’ Play staff at Tukwila parks this summer. Join the FREE fun and make some summer memories! Park ‘N’ Play hours are from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

TUESDAYS:
City of Tukwila Justice Center
Location: 15005 Tukwila International Boulevard
Join us for an afternoon of basketball and fun recess games!

WEDNESDAYS:
Joseph Foster Memorial Park
Location: 13919 53rd Avenue South
Kickball, Wiffleball, Kite Flying, and more!

THURSDAYS:
Cascade View Community Park
Location: 14211 37th Avenue South
Fun for the whole family! Join us for Giant Connect Four, Giant Chess, Board Games, and more!

FRIDAYS:
Tukwila Community Center
Location: 12424 42nd Avenue South
Meet us at the Spray Park for Water Games and Popsicles!

SATURDAYS:
Check Social Media: follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X and see where we are at for the day!

FREE SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM:
Cascade View Community Park
Location: 14211 37th Avenue South
Join us weekdays at Cascade View Park
Monday – Friday from 11:45 p.m. –12:45 p.m.

Free Employment Services and Skills Training Programs
2024-08-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Learn about free employment services and skills training programs provided by Puget Sound Training Center.
Registration not required.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Suitable for: Adults (Ages 18 and older)

Click here for the full 2024 event schedule: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/65524818b036662f007ffb37

Park Commission
2024-08-14 17:30 - 18:30 | WA
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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Concert in the Park Series: Kim Archer
2024-08-14 17:30 - 19:00 | WA
Wednesday, August 14 – 5:30 p.m.
CONCERT IN THE PARK SERIES: KIM ARCHER
Joseph Foster Memorial Park, 13919 53rd Avenue South
Renowned for her electrifying, unfiltered performances and engaging rapport with audiences, Kim Archer has cultivated a vast and devoted fan base spanning the Pacific Northwest and beyond. For over two decades, this dedicated musician has captivated packed venues with her soulful delivery, propelled by powerful vocals and authentic songwriting.

*** SEE OTHER SUMMER EVENTS BELOW ***

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2024 AUGUST EVENTS
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Saturday, August 17 – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
1ST ANNUAL TUKWILA HULLABALOO
Joseph Foster Memorial Park, 13919 53rd Avenue South
Join this vibrant community festival in Tukwila that celebrates our unity with entertainment, delicious food, unique art and craft vendors, and fun games for all ages. It’s a day to embrace the spirit of our community and create unforgettable memories together!

Friday, August 30 – 6 p.m.
END OF SUMMER BASH
• Tukwila Community Center
Celebrate the end of summer with a bang at our End of Summer Bash, featuring exciting games, a selection of food trucks, and the latest back-to-school gear. Wrap up the festivities with a special evening movie in the park, “Kung Fu Panda 4,” for a perfect finale to a memorable summer.

Civil Service Commission
2024-08-15 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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Upper Duwamish Kayak Cleanup - Codiga Park
2024-08-17 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-18 09:00 - 13:00 | WA
Volunteer with Puget Soundkeeper Alliance!
Saturday, AUGUST 17: 8am – 12pm
Codiga Park
Sunday, AUGUST 18: 9am – 1pm
Codiga Park
This kayak and boat-supported cleanup will work to clean up legacy debris in the river at a section of river near 50th Place South in Tukwila. We’ll meet on at 9:00 AM on Day 1 and kayak approximately .25 miles downriver to the cleanup site, where we will remove surface debris during low tide (prepare to get muddy and messy!). Our take-out and debris removal location will be at Codiga Park. On Day 2, we’ll meet at 10:00 AM at Codiga Park to finish the removal of any remaining surface debris, and float downstream 1.6 miles to our take-out at Duwamish Gardens Park.

Registration opens 30 days prior to event!

** Click here to register! ** (Registration opens 30 days prior to event.)

Free Scissor Sharpening
2024-08-17 10:00 - 17:00 | Recology Store, 15858 1st Ave. S., Suite A100, Burien
Are your scissors not quite cutting it? Come have them sharpened for FREE at the Recology Store and get them snipping like new.
A friendly specialist will be available on site. No pinking shears please. Recology staff reserve the right to limit or refuse scissors.

1st Annual Hullabaloo Festival
2024-08-17 10:30 - 15:00 | Joseph Foster Memorial Park, 13919 53rd Ave S, Tukwila
Joseph Foster Memorial Park, 13919 53rd Avenue South

Join this vibrant community festival in Tukwila that celebrates our unity with entertainment, delicious food, unique art and craft vendors, and fun games for all ages. It’s a day to embrace the spirit of our community and create unforgettable memories together!
THE DAY’S EVENTS:
10:30 a.m. Registration / 11 a.m. Start Time
FURRY FUN RUN/WALK Around Foster Memorial Park
11 a.m.
MUSIC: KIM ARCHER BAND
1:30 p.m.
PET CONTEST!

Best Trick
Best Costume
Best Owner/Pet Look Alike

2:00 p.m.
MUSIC: BRIAN VOGAN & HIS GOOD BUDDIES
TUKWILA CREATIVES: HULLABALOO NEEDS YOU!
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Tukwila Parks & Recreation wants you to join our First Annual Tukwila Hullabaloo!
This is your opportunity to share your creative wares:

Arts & Crafts
Bath & Beauty
Clothing & Accessories
Specialty Foods
Come to us with your ideas!

Interested vendors can contact us at parksrec@tukwilawa.gov.
Click here for information.

Give Blood to Save 3 Lives
2024-08-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Bloodworks Donation Center, 660 SW 39TH ST #100, Renton
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)

You can also donate umbilical cord blood after the birth of your baby to save a life.
Click here for information.

Neighborhood Legal Clinics Info Session
2024-08-19 10:30 - 13:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Have a civil legal issue? Stop by to learn about King County Bar Association’s free Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) program. NLC staff will provide information about the program and may conduct intake screenings and appointment scheduling for prospective clients.
Can’t make it? Check the KCLS calendar for alternate dates or visit the NLC website for more information about the program and to apply online.
Please note, the NLC program offers limited legal advice only (no ongoing representation). This is an informational event about the program, NOT a walk-in legal clinic. Staff cannot give you legal advice at this event.
Ages 18 and older.
First come, first served.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

City Council Work Session
2024-08-19 17:30 - 18:45 | City Hall – Council Chamber, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Every 1st and 3rd Monday, the City Council will convene in a work session to informally discuss topics of general interest or to receive presentations. No formal action is taken.

Hybrid Meeting: Council Chamber and MS Teams
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City Council Regular Meeting
2024-08-19 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.

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.

THE PHONE NUMBER FOR THE PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING IS:
To listen, call: 1-253-292-9750, Access Code [REDACTED]#
To view the meeting, join at this link: Join Microsoft Teams Meeting
For Technical Support during the meeting call: 1-206-433-7155.

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.
See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx

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Arts Commission
2024-08-21 18:00 - 19:30 | 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. Arts Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month starting May 15, 2024.
In-person meeting or Microsoft Teams meeting
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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

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Planning Commission
2024-08-22 18:30 - 21:30 | Tukwila City Hall – Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 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.
For more information, contact Wynetta Bivens at 206-431-3670 or Wynetta.Bivens@TukwilaWA.gov.
See agenda packets and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/17011/Row1.aspx

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Walk in the Park Eco-Education
2024-08-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Riverton Park
Join Green Tukwila Staff Olena Perry for a Walk in the Park. Learn site history, identify native plants, and discuss the importance of urban forests. Olena will also discuss the site’s current restoration and how everyone can support wildlife, native habitats, and our watershed from our homes.
All ages OK
REGISTER HERE: https://tukwila.greencitypartnerships.org/event/257/

What to Bring
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, a full water bottle, and a backpack to carry valuables and not leave them in the car. These walks are rain or shine.
Where to Meet
At the Park entrance by the sign.
Where to Park
Riverton Park Parking lot.

Date & Time
August 23, 2024 10am – 11:30pm
Contact
Olena Perry
Olena.Perry@tukwilawa.gov
This walk is very flat, with high sun exposure and a small section of grass. Text Olena with any issues at 206.799.6474

2024 Tukwila Tree Giveaway - Now thru Aug 29
2024-08-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual/Online, United States
Tukwila residents can apply for FREE trees through the Tukwila Tree Giveaway, a program to grow our urban forest. Tukwila has been a Tree City USA for over 20 years, and trees are essential to a healthy city. Future generations appreciate your support in helping add tree canopy to the city!
The application will be open thru August 29. CLICK HERE.  We will contact all applicants once all applications have been reviewed and processed.
How to get FREE tree(s) –
Choose your planting location and select a tree suited for the space.

Use the Tukwila Tree Giveaway Selection Guide – 2024  to find a tree that suits your space. This year, we are offering ten different tree species to choose from. Select tree species with plenty of room to grow to maturity at your planting location.
Trees must be planted on private property in Tukwila.
Ensure the planting location has adequate spacing from underground and overhead utilities such as water, sewer, and backyard power lines. We recommend you call 811, the free service to help you locate utilities, before you dig to avoid hitting any utility lines when planting your tree.

Complete and submit an online application by August 29.

We will confirm your tree(s) and send information on how to plant them by early September. Species are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Order sooner to ensure availability.

Pick up your FREE trees!

You will pick up your tree(s) on Saturday, October 5th, at Hazelnut Park between 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
We have limited availability to deliver trees to folks who need assistance.
There will be staff on-site to walk through how to plant and care for your tree.
You will be responsible for bringing your 5-gallon tree home. Trees will be about 6 feet tall.

Plant your tree!

Follow the instructions in the planting guide. Be sure to water your tree after it’s in the ground! We will follow up after trees are distributed, requesting photos and providing tree care guidance.

Tree Guide
View and download 2023 FREE Trees:
HOW TO PLANT YOUR FREE TREES
Use this guide to understand how to plant your tree properly: Tukwila Tree Giveaway Selection Guide – 2024
You can also learn how to plant your tree(s) by watching our tree planting video

Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the Tukwila Tree giveaway, please call, text, or email Maya Klem at maya.klem@kingcd.org, 206-379-5290
Follow us on Facebook: @greentukwilapartnership
