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TO: <br />of Tukwila <br />Allan Ekberg, Mayor <br />INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM <br />Community Services & Safety <br />FROM: Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator <br />Tracy Gallaway, Acting Parks & Recreation Director <br />CC: Mayor Ekberg <br />DATE: June 15, 2021 <br />SUBJECT: Former FS52 Disposition — Community Engagement Plan <br />BACKGROUND <br />The city is seeking community input for the disposition of former Fire Station 52. As part of this <br />process, City Council has asked staff to conduct community engagement with the neighborhood <br />to share alternatives, get feedback and insights regarding the potential redevelopment of this <br />site including Hazelnut Park and the Tukwila Historical Society (old City Hall building). <br />DISCUSSION <br />Staff is recommending that the Parks Commission host a "See You in the Park" style event on <br />August 11, 2021, from 5:30-7:OOpm. <br />Event would include: <br />• Fire Station 52 — info boards on challenges with retaining the building, open facility for <br />self -guided tours, and staff on hand to answer questions. <br />• Hazelnut Park — info boards with potential development ideas, opportunity for the <br />community to share their park development priorities, kids park design activities and <br />prizes. Pre-packaged food items and entertainment. <br />• Tukwila Historical Society — open house (if Tukwila Historical Society members are <br />available) <br />Communication & Outreach: <br />• Postcards to the Tukwila Hill neighborhood <br />• Event announcements on social media, e -newsletters and City webpage <br />• Inclusion in Hazelnut (assuming edition timing works) <br />• Signage at Old Fire Station 52 <br />FINANCIAL IMPACT <br />Event related costs will be covered by the Parks Commission. <br />RECOMMENDATION <br />Discussion only. <br />53 <br />