Over the last 10 months, over 500 asylees have passed through an encampment site owned and managed by the Riverton Park United Methodist Church (RPUMC) in Tukwila. Learn more about the actions the City is taking to help address the crisis and raise awareness.
City of Tukwila News
We’d like your feedback on the upcoming 2023/24 Biennial Budget
Mayor Ekberg and the City Council want community feedback on the City’s upcoming 2023/2024 biennial budget. We are providing an opportunity for you – Tukwila’s residents, businesses and other stakeholders – to express your priorities for distributing the next City budget.
Seeking Applicants for City Council Vacancy
The City Council is accepting applications from residents interested in appointment to a vacant position.
Seeking Input on Enhanced Renter Protections
The City Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed ordinance that would strengthen renter protections in the City of Tukwila.
3rd Quarter Citywide Work Plan Update
Every quarter, an update to the citywide work plan is included in a City Council meeting packet as an update to Councilmembers and the public on the activities and efforts […]
Recology’s Solid Waste Contract in Tukwila takes effect on November 1st
With the Recology Tukwila Solid Waste Contract taking effect on November 1st, we want to ensure that all customers have access to the necessary resources for a successful transition.
Mayor Ekberg declares State of Emergency to address growing number of asylum seekers
Today, pursuant to powers granted under the Tukwila Municipal Code, Mayor Allan Ekberg has declared a State of Emergency to address the growing number of asylum seekers in the region who are seeking assistance in the City of Tukwila.
Deadline Extended – Seeking Financial Sustainability Committee Members
The City of Tukwila is recruiting a diverse group of Tukwila community members and business representatives to serve on the new Financial Sustainability Committee.
Cascade Water Alliance Customers Asked To Voluntarily Reduce Water Use
We have had an unusually dry summer and the Seattle Regional Water System is facing a potential water shortage this fall. Cascade is asking customers to voluntarily reduce their water use.
Join us for a Comprehensive Plan Community Open House on September 20
A community Open House to talk about the City’s 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for the evening of Wednesday, September 20 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Showalter Middle School (NEW LOCATION). The Open House will focus on housing issues and the choices Tukwila must make in addressing the regional and local housing crisis.
View the 2023 Tukwila Video Voters’ Guide for the November 7th Election
To help Tukwila residents get to know the candidates for the Mayor and Council positions in the upcoming election, the City of Tukwila offers this Video Voters’ Guide as a resource for voters.