City of Tukwila

Community Services & Safety Committee
2020-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
*Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28.

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, library, public art, social equity and justice, census, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Kate Kruller, Thomas McLeod, Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson

Community Services & Safety Committee
2020-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
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, library, public art, social equity and justice, census, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Kate Kruller, Thomas McLeod, Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson

Finance Committee
2020-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
This City Council Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to financial management and fiscal operations of the City, administrative services, personnel, compensation, technology systems, government performance, public records, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, Zak Idan

Finance Committee
2020-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
*Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28
This City Council Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to financial management and fiscal operations of the City, administrative services, personnel, compensation, technology systems, government performance, public records, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, Zak Idan

Civil Service Commission - Cancelled
2020-04-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Human Resources Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, 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.
See link for agendas and minutes: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/29749/Row1.aspx

For more information, contact Michelle Godyn at 206-431-2187 or Michelle.Godyn@TukwilaWA.gov.

Equity and Diversity Commission
2020-04-11 17:15 - 18:15 | 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/WebLink8/1/fol/173950/Row1.aspx

Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board
2020-04-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Tukwila Justice Center Emergency Operations Center Conference Room, at 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

Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board - Cancelled
2020-04-09 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

Park Commission
2020-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 | 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 Senior Game Room at the Tukwila Community Center.
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

Park Commission - Cancelled
2020-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States

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Library Advisory Board - Cancelled
2020-04-07 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.
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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Library Advisory Board
2020-04-07 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.
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

City Council Regular Meeting
2020-04-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
* Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28.

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 LISTEN TO THE MEETING IS:
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 opportunity to deliver public comments via email. All written comments received by email to citycouncil@tukwilawa.gov prior to 5:00 pm on the date of the meeting can be read aloud during the meeting by City staff within the normal five-minute time limit.
Please clearly indicate whether you want your e-mail read during Public Comments at the next Tukwila City Council meeting.
See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx

Planning & Economic Development Committee
2020-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
*Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to housing policies and programs, planning and land use, building and development regulations, code enforcement, economic planning and tourism, environment, sustainability, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Thomas McLeod, Kathy Hougardy, Zak Idan

Planning & Economic Development Committee - Cancelled
2020-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to housing policies and programs, planning and land use, building and development regulations, code enforcement, economic planning and tourism, environment, sustainability, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Thomas McLeod, Kathy Hougardy, Zak Idan

Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
2020-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
*Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28
This 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, telecommunications, shops facilities, fleet, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson, Verna Seal, Kate Kruller

Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
2020-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
This 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, telecommunications, shops facilities, fleet, and other ad hoc matters as assigned.
Members are Chair Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson, Verna Seal, Kate Kruller

Crystal Springs Park Work Party - Cancelled
2020-04-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Crystal Springs Park, 15832 51st Ave S, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Crystal Springs Parks is a wonderful community park that many hands have helped to reclaim and restore over the years. However, large areas of the park are still overrun with aggressive weeds such as English ivy and Himalyan blackberry. Join with community members and neighbors to help restore this park to a thriving urban forest!
Everyone can help! All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. We provide all of the tools and training needed. So bring along your friends and family and get your hands dirty!
If you would like to RSVP for this event, email Fate at fsye@forterra.org!
When: Saturday, April 4th; 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: Crystal Springs Park (15832 51st Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98188)
What to Bring: Please bring a reusable water bottle wear sturdy close-toed shoes and weather appropriate layers that you don’t mind getting dirty- we will work rain or shine!
If you are a volunteer under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please print and bring this waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
To find more restoration events in Tukwila, you can click here

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Equity & Social Justice Commission
2020-04-02 17:30 - 18:30 | 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 information, contact Niesha Fort-Brooks at 206-454-7564 or Niesha.Fort-Brooks@TukwilaWA.gov.

Transportation Drop-In
2020-04-01 13:30 - 15:30 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Talk to representatives from King County Metro Neighborhood Pop-Up, King County Public Health’s Access and Outreach, South King County Transportation Options and Hopelink will provide information on a variety of sustainable transit options, including ORCA cards, walking and bicycling routes, shuttle services and more.

Tukwila Library
14380 Tukwila International Blvd

Offered on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.
For more information, visit TukwilaWA.gov/SKCTrips or contact Chris Andree, Sustainable Transportation Outreach Coordinator, at 206-433-7140 or Christopher.Andree@TukwilaWA.gov.

Census Day
2020-04-01 | WA, United States
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE SUBMISSION!
The count is mandated by the Constitution and conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, a nonpartisan government agency. The 2020 Census counts the population in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories (Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). Each home will receive an invitation to respond to a short questionnaireâ€”online, by phone, or by mail.
There are 59 languages available for online submission. Some languages available are shown below.
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Visit my2020census.gov/ to take the 10 minute questionnaire. It’s safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.

See video for more information: youtu.be/Syg4zqb0iCU

2020 Tukwila City Scholarship Application Due on April 30
2020-03-31 17:00 | Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application deadline is extended to April 30
The 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. This program principally targets two and four year academic programs, however, certificate/licensing programs are also eligible. Awards will range from $1,000 to $5,000 as determined by the City of Tukwila Selection Committee. Must be a resident of Tukwila and be equivalent to a senior in high school.
For more information and criteria, visit records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink/1/edoc/328044/page1.aspx.

If you have any questions about the application, please email Cheryl.Thompson@tukwilawa.gov, call 206-433-1850.

Special City Council Meeting
2020-03-30 19:00 - 19:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
The meeting will not be conducted at Tukwila City Hall, based on the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28 adopted March 24, 2020 which says in part:
Any public agency, subject to RCW 42.30, is prohibited from conducting any meeting, subject to RCW 42.30 unless (a) the meeting is not conducted in-person and instead provides an option(s) for the public to attend the proceedings through, at minimum, telephonic access, . . .”
THE PHONE NUMBER FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN THIS MEETING IS 1-253-292-9750, access code [REDACTED]#

** SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA**
1. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION – POTENTIAL LITIGATION PURSUANT TO RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) (30 minutes)
3. ADJOURNMENT

Planning Commission
2020-03-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Tukwila Justice Center, 15005 Tukwila International 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.
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

How to join the meeting:
Microsoft Teams – Join on your computer or mobile app

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 253-292-9750
Phone Conference ID: 779 253 241#

** FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT DURING THE MEETING YOU MAY CALL 1-206-433-7155

To attend in-person, please join us by 6:15 pm:
Tukwila Justice Center, 15005 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188

Arts Commission - Cancelled
2020-03-25 17:00 - 18:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, 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

For more information, please email Tracy Gallaway: tracy.gallaway@tukwilawa.gov

City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
2020-03-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Tukwila City Hall – Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
* Please note that until further notice, City Council Meetings are being held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-28.

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 LISTEN TO THE MEETING IS:
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 opportunity to deliver public comments via email. All written comments received by email to citycouncil@tukwilawa.gov prior to 5:00 pm on the date of the meeting can be read aloud during the meeting by City staff within the normal five-minute time limit.
Please clearly indicate whether you want your e-mail read during Public Comments at the next Tukwila City Council meeting.
See link for agenda packets: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/fol/6806/Row1.aspx
