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Age Tukwila City Council Agenda
• COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE • ❖
Jim Haggerton, Mayor Counciimembers + Joe Duffie + Dennis Robertson
-9 David Cline, CityAdministrator + Allan Ekberg + Verna Seal
De'Sean Quinn, CounciiPresident + Kathy Hougardy + Kate Kruller
Monday, August 11, 2014, 7:00 PM Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. SPECIAL
PRESENTATIONS
a. Introduction of Jerry Hight, Building Official.
b. Introduction of new Police K9 team Mike Boehmer and "Doc."
3. CITIZEN COMMENT
At this time, you are invited to comment on items not included on this agenda
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(p /ease limit your comments to five minutes per citizen). To comment
on an item listed on this agenda, please save your comments until the issue
presented for discussion.
4. SPECIAL ISSUES
Review of the Comprehensive Plan Elements.
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5. REPORTS
a. Mayor
b. City Council
c. Staff
d. City Attorney
e. Intergovernmental
6. MISCELLANEOUS
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
8. ADJOURNMENT
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COUNCIL MEETINGS
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Regular Meetings - The Mayor, elected by the people to a four -year term, presides at all Regular Council
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form of formal motions, adopting of resolutions and passing of ordinances can only be taken at Regular
Council meetings.
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President is elected by the Council members to preside at all Committee of the Whole meetings for a
one -year term. Committee of the Whole meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
Issues discussed are forwarded to the Regular Council meeting for official action.
GENERAL INFORMATION
At each Council meeting citizens are given the opportunity to address the Council on items that are not
included on the agenda during CITIZENS COMMENTS. Please limit your comments to 5 minutes.
Special Meetings may be called at any time with proper public notice. Procedures followed are the same as
those used in Regular Council meetings.
Executive Sessions may be called to inform the Council of pending legal action, financial, or personnel
matters.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearings are required by law before the Council can take action on matters affecting the public interest
such as land -use laws, annexations, rezone requests, public safety issues, etc. Section 2.04.150 of the
Tukwila Municipal Code states the following guidelines for Public Hearings:
1. The proponent shall speak first and is allowed 15 minutes for a presentation.
2. The opponent is then allowed 15 minutes to make a presentation.
3. Each side is then allowed 5 minutes for rebuttal.
4. Citizens who wish to address the Council may speak for 5 minutes each. No one may speak a second
time until everyone wishing to speak has spoken.
5. After each speaker has spoken, the Council may question the speaker. Each speaker can respond to the
question, but may not engage in further debate at this time.
6. After the Public Hearing is closed and during the Council meeting, the Council may choose to discuss
the issue among themselves, or defer the discussion to a future Council meeting, without further public
testimony. Council action may only be taken during Regular or Special Meetings.
COUNCIL AGENDA SYNOPSIS
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review of the elements to be considered in 2014, and has forwarded its recommendations
on the Roles and Responsibilities, Community Image, Parks, Economic Development and
Tukwila South Elements to the City Council for action. The Council is being asked to hold a
public hearing, review, revise and adopt the updated Elements.
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Si ■mni \In' by the Washington Growth Management Act. The Planning Commission has completed its
review of the elements to be considered in 2014, and has forwarded its recommendations
on the Roles and Responsibilities, Community Image, Parks, Economic Development and
Tukwila South Elements to the City Council for action. The Council is being asked to hold a
public hearing, review, revise and adopt the updated Elements.
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ATTACHMENTS
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Informational Memorandum dated 8/4/14
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City of Tukwila
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FROM: Jack Pace, Director Department of Community Development
BY: Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner
DATE: August 4, 2014
SUBJECT: Comprehensive PIan Update
ISSUE
The City of Tukwila is conducting ts periodic review and update of its Comprehensive PIan as
required by the Washington Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A.130(1)). The Planning
Commission has completed its review of the elements to be considered in 2014, and is
forwarding its recommendations to the City Council for action.
BACKGROUND
The Comprehensive PIan, first adopted in 1995, establishes goals and policies that guide
Tukwila as it grows and changes over time. Its policies and land use map lay out the
community's long range vision. The Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA) gives
Tukwila the opportunity to amend the Comprehensive PIan once a year, unless it is an
emergency. The Comprehensive Plan has been amended regularly to keep up with changing
requirements, and to respond to requests from the public.
In addition to these amendments, the state Growth Management Act (GMA) requires counties
and cities periodically to conduct a thorough review of their plan and development regulations to
make them current with any relevant changes in the GMA and to respond to changes in land
use and population growth. The last required systematic review and update was completed in
2004. By June 30, 2015, the City of Tukwila is required to complete a periodic review and
update of its Comprehensive PIan.
Tukwila is preparing the required update in phases over several years. The work is proceeding
along a general schedule, work plan and public participation program adopted by the Council in
March, 2013. In keeping with the work plan, the Comprehensive Plan update comes directly to
the Committee of the Whole.
Work was completed on the Manufacturing/Industria Center and Shorelines elements in 2011.
In 2013, the Capital Facilities, Utilities, Natural Environnnent, Southcenter/Urban Center,
Shoreline (narrative) and Transportation elements were updated. The new PROS element, and
revised Roles and Responsibilities, Community Image and Identity, Economic Development,
and Tukwila South elements will be adopted during 2014.
Planning Commission review of the Housing, Residential Neighborhoods, and Transportation
Corridors elements will begin later in 2014. We anticipate that these elements will come to you
for consideration during Spring, 2015. The entire document wiu be formatted as updates are
complete.
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Public Outreach:
During 2014, City staff has made significant efforts to reach out in new ways to bring Tukwila's
diverse community into the City planning process. This includes identifyng and training
community liaisons ("Community Connectors"), who are part of language and cultural
populations within Tukwila, including Spanish, S0nna|i, Arabic, Tingrya, Amharic and Burmese,
that have not been trathtionally involved or heard. The liaisons conducted 194 in-person
surveys with their community members about topics relevant to the Comprehensive Plan update
including houSiOg, access to healthy food and small businesses.
During their one-on-one survey conversations, the Connectors invited community members to
attend one of two Community Conversation meetings. Two meetings in March, 2014 had a
combined record attendance of approximately 180 community members. At the evening
meeting, eight language groups were represented and fourteen interpreters worked to keep
everyone involved in the discussion.
At the Community Conversation meetings, staff used a variety of techniques to engage the
public and gather input. These included giving a visual preference survey of housing, asking
each person to introduce himself to the whole group and share a word that described Tukwila,
and gathering in small groups to talk about community priorities, neighborhood quality and ways
to promote healthy living. This input is being used to develop policies and strategies for the
remaining elements af the Comprehensive Plan update.
Staff is also using Planning Commission and City Council hearings, mailings, City website, print
publications, and community events, such as the Teen Kick-Off, to receive public comments and
to inform the public about the Comprehensive Plan update. We have seen continued
involvement during the PC review process by residents reached through the Connectors
programs.
DISCUSSION
The Comprehensive Pan update assumes that:
• Primary goals and objectives remain relevant and will be maintained from the current
Plan;
• Updates will focus on elements that require revision per changes to the Washington
Growth Management Act, and regional requirements (i.e. Vision 2040' Countywide
Planning Policies);
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Tukwila's Strategic PIan vision and goals will be reflected and incorporated into the
Comprehensive Plan;
• Policies and descriptions will be updated, and edited to reflect changed conditions, and
to ncrease ciarity and consistency throughout the document;
• Elements may be reorganized or consolidated for greater readability and conciseness
• The format will be updated to improve its on-line usability and attractiveness;
Summary of Planninq Commission recommended changes
The recommended policies reflect updates to elements throughout the Comprehensive Plan and
incorporate the priorities expressed in the Strategic Plan and through Connnnunih/(�OOverBoUOn
meetings as appropriate. consolidate and/or clarify
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Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element:
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The first-ever Comprehensive Plan element dedicated to the parks, recreation and open space
system is based on the City's recently adopted Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan.
Recommendations include:
• Relocate and consolidate parks, recreation and open space-related goals and policies
from other Comprehensive Plan elements into a single and specific element related to
the parks, recreation and open space system;
• Provide clear and cohesive policies to guide the orderly development of the parks,
recreation and open space system;
• Address the physical capacity for additional recreation facilities in existing park lands.
• Build on the citywide vision identified in the Strategic Plan;
= Address the key parks and recreation needs identified by the public, including:
a. Improving nearby access to park land and recreation opportunities, calling for
Iinkages among streets, trails and parks;
b. Creating safe and inviting spaces and more connected parks and facilities to
strengthen neighborhoods, community identity and economic vitality; and
C. Fostering a common sense of ownership by encouraging parks and programs
that foster social interaction, gathering and use of the city's park and
recreation system.
• Embrace the diversity of the city by encouraging interpretation, design and public
programs and services.
▪ Support the plans, policies, pr jects and programs that will increase access to parks and
recreation opportunities in the Southcenteraukwila Urban Center, Tukwila South and
Tukwila International Boulevard areas.
• Support healthy lifestyles, play and learning through a variety of park and recreation
facilities and programs.
• Encourage environmentally-sustainable practices.
Community Image and Identity Element:
This element addresses a variety of topics that fall broadly under the "sense of
place"/community image/community identity category. The recommended element touches
upon historic preservation, city boundaries, residential areas, commercial areas, transportation
corridors, Tukwila urban center, open space and parks, and urban forestry as they relate to the
appearance or impression a community presents to its residents, visitors and workers.
Recommendations include:
• Relocate parks and open space goals and policies to the new Parks, Recreation and
Open Space element;
• Delete Tukwila Urban Center goal and policy as this topic is now addressed in its own
element;
• Add selected policies pertaining to historic preserva ion, business districts and parking
standards from the Transportation Corridors element;
• Move Urban forestry policies to the Natural Environment element (addressed during the
2013 Comprehensive PIan update);
• Add policies that embrace cultural diversity;
• Add policies that encourage taking proactive steps to establish a positive image for
Tukwila; and
• Add poicies that promote heathy living and access to nutritious food.
The Planning Commission discussed whether to promote distinct neighborhood identity through
signage or through customized zoning/development standards and did not come to a consensus
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(see policy 1.1.3). Staff has left this policy in the document but flagged it for the Council's
consideration.
During the Planning Commission review process, comments were received from Urban Food
Link, Forterra and Global to Local. Many of the revisions suggested by these organizations
have been incorporated into the Planning Commission recommended element and are noted in
the right margin of the documents as "comments". Copies of the written comments received on
this element are included in the Council's notebook as well.
Roles and Responsibilities Element:
This element focuses on the social, rather than the physical, environment. It recognizes
probems and offers solutions to ensure basic needs are met, safety and security provided for,
and that cornmunication is extensive and clear. It also acknowledges Tukwila's involvement in
regional issues and partnerships.
Recommendations include:
• Emphasize effective partnerships both across City departments and with a range of
organizations to meet community needs;
• Enhance policies relating to emergency management planning;
• Broaden policies that relate to safety and security to include long-term environmental
security;
• Add flood management policies previously found in the Utilities element;
• Emphasize increasing communication and engagement by using new techniques to
build meaningful connections between the City and the diverse communities that make
up Tukwila;
• Provide the public with greater access to information by increasing the City's cultural and
Iinguistic competency in the way it does business; and
• Emphasize the benefits of regional collaboration to Tukwila.
The Planning Commission recommended that public safety staff strive for better relationships
with the entire connrnunhn, rather than calling out the need to establish better relationships
specifically with immigrant communities, as the Strategic Plan did.
Tukwila South Element
Significant progress has occurred in Tukwi!a South over the Iast ten years to make the current
Tukwila South element outdated. It has been completely rewritten to reflect these changes.
The recommended element:
Uses the Tukwila South Master Plan as a basis for the policies provided. Certain parts of
the Sensitive Areas Master Plan (SAMP) and Development Agreement are included in
the revised Comprehensive PIan element;
Removes outdated language referencing the need for a master plan since the City has
approved a master plan for the area;
� Updates the "Background Section" to discuss the entitlements and agreements that are
approved by the City.
Economic Development Element
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The Economic Development element has been rewritten to reflect changed conditions and
priorities. Given the significant changes that have been made a strikeout/underline version is
not provided, instead notes from staff discussing the changes are shown. The recommended
element:
� Adds significant anguage that addresses improving the "employability" of City residents;
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Updates the "Economic Setting" section with current data from the City's Strategic Plan
and from the Puget Sound Regional Council;
• Removes references to code enforcement. Economic Development does not conduct
code enforcement activities;
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Removes duplicate language that is found in other Comprehensive Plan Elements;
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"Implementation Policies" that have either been completed or which are outdated have
been removed. For example, language regarding completing overall environmental
impact statements has been refined to only discuss West Valley Highway and Tukwila
International Boulevard, since area-wide environmental impact statements have been
completed for the Manufacturing Industrial Area, Southcenter, and Tukwila South.
Materials:
The binder includes the following:
1 A "clean," version of the eement with the Planning Commission's recommendations (All
elements);
2. A complete strikeoutlunderline version of the proposed element with all Ianguage that
has been added to and/or deleted from the "base" of the current Comprehensive PIan
element. This version shows the rationale for proposed changes, and lets the reader
follow the revision process. (Community Image and Identity, Roles and Responsibilities
elements)
3. A Background Report/Memo with additional supporting information for the element and
policies. (PROS, Economic Development and Tukwila South elements.)
These materials are intended to encourage discussion and provide background for the update
during the review. If Council members have questions prior to the meetings/work sessions, staff
is available to discuss this with you.
REQUESTED ACTION
The City Council is requested to hold a public hearing on August 25, 2014. Following public
comments, the Council will consider proposed changes. After deliberations, and any additional
changes, the City Council is requested to take final action to approve the 2014 portion of the
update to the Comprehensive PIan.
ATTACHMENTS
Binder with dividers for the following Comprehensive Plan elements:
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1) Community Image and Identity
2) Economic Development
3) Parks, Recreation and Open Space
4) Tukwila South
5) Roles and Responsibilities
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City's landscape when seen from freeways and major arterials. This persists as the averall
image oL the City despite tlie cornmunity's many areas of quiet residentiat streets and
abundant vegetation. This geology also contributes ma sense of fracture between
neighborhoods resulting in the challenge of developing solutions that serve all the residents.
Spectacular views of Mount Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and even the Seattle skyline are
avadable toni niany hillsides around the City. In addition, nurnerous streets run along the
hilisides and afford sweeping vistas of land and greenery. And finally, the Cmnn/Dowumuh
River anci Tukwila Pond offer unique natural amenities whose potential as a prominent and
dramatic elements nf the cnmmuoity image have yet mb, fully realized.
Historic Preservation and Cultural Awareness
While Tukwila has a rich history. that has involved farming, rail transportation, and the
development of the aircraft induouy,thcrcnofewvio/b&indiodnnsofitsoadinr4ayx.
With the exception nf the Museum of Hight, the Dvvumish Hill Preserve and some
interpretive markers along the Green/[)uwamish River, there are no explanatwns or
celehrations af the major features v[thecommunit/xheritaQe'suchuxd`r|nu:mrbaorai|
line. Only a few places ane given any degree of commemoration with respect to their role in
the growth of t'ukwila,
Due to Tukwila's location. on the Green/Duwamish River, the area has been home to many
Native American settlements, and played an important role in local Native American history
and culture, Developrnent along certain portions ofthe river has ecposed artifacts from the
days when Native Arnericans travelled the niver and carnped along its hanks, These artifacts
require protection from future development, and improved interpretation so that the public
Can appreciate their Origin ancl significance,
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Cultural Diversity
adapted from the Roo& Phanniirettimss
Tukwi|a's demographics b^vedhang,dsiguiMcandyiutbu2VyearsdoceU`curigivai
Comprehensive Plan was adopted. Similar to changes seen throughout all South King
County, Tukwila has become home to a diverse mix of people from many hackgrounds unds and
countries. Our challenge is to create a community where residents, including the long-term
and the recently-arrived, with varied backgrounds, traditions, languages and countries of
origin, feel connected and committed to each other, their neighborhoods, their community
groups and organizations, and to the City as a whole.
Many people feel involved in their own piece of Tukwila, be it a block, a neighborhood, a
husiness park or a particular Iiniguistic, cultural ur interest group. Throughout the
development of the City's five to ten year Strategic Plan (2012), there was a clearly
expressed desire to increase a shared sense of belonging and involvement in Tukwila as a
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whole. Tins desire will bc carried forward in the Comprehensive Plan through goals and
policies which promote robust outreach on. Comprehensive Plan activity and other City
actions to the cntire cornmunity moluding a culturally appropriate and language-specific
approach that. engages aU.members o[hspopuhdon.j This outreach included not op|v
working with groups and individuals who have been involved in land use iSSLICS in the past,
but reaching out to individuals and groups whose ideas have not traditionally been heard.
"Coma] imity Conversation" meetings were held in 2014 to hear about issues important to
the many different cultural communities i"Tubwi|a. This engagement involved talking with
the City's diverse residents via culturally and lxn�ogr specific Community Connectors who
helped residents jidentify the issues most important to them and to ensure that diverse
views were represented. The City will continue to explore ways to engage. all citizens in its
planning process, such as work donc, with Forterra and Global wI,00alm establish the pilot
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There is little sense of entering or leaving either the community as a whole or individual
neighborhoods, because in many areas the City limits are irregular or do not coincide with
natural boundaries. In addition, Tukwila's growtl:i through petitioned annexations has
created certain boundary anomalies:
• City nfSeattle: The border configuration between. Tukwila and Seattle inthe
King County Airport area, in which the boundary crosses lnterstate 5 rnore
than once and splits certain industriat propertics, crcates a number of
jurisdictional issues, including police response.
• City of SeaTac: On the southwest, the boundary hctween Tukwila and SeaTac
crosses lnterstatc 5 and othcr strcets in several places, creating difficulties for
the rruunnab\cprovision vservices,
With major expansion largely ended, rhere is an opportunity to make Tukwilas size and
extent more visible by providing identifiable boundary rnarkers.
Commercial Development and Urban Design
Four strategies from the City's Strategic Plan were identified that could be used to develop a
comrnunity of invitirig neighhorhoods and vibrant business districts, During the strategic
planning process and the Community Conversations that informed the Comprehensive Plan
Update, the City heard consistently that residents and businesses want a safe and visually
attractive community. The design of residential and commercial development is key to
accomplishing this goal. Visually attr ctive development occurs through the application of
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design criteria that are functional, attractive and sale. Safe ancf visually attractive
cvrnrnunitics are als o achieved through the enforcenicnt of existing standards,
City planning and investment in infrastructure promotes safe, attractive .neighborhoods and
business districts, a.nd supports and enhances Tukwila's position as a major shopping and
employment center. Areas of focus include making the City more accessible for bicyclists
and walkers, and cngaging residents ancl husincsses in setting expectations for how
Iukwila's publc and Irivatc spaces will look,
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recreation and open Space. lor the first time, the Comprehensive Plan adclrcsses this
important community feature in a separate Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element,
Healthy Living
The urban form - including the infrastru.cture and built environm.ent-affects the health of
residents and workers, as well as the community identity overall. The proximity of trails,
sidewalks for safe walking, transit connections to reduce the use ofsingle occupant vehicles
that contribute to air pollution, the availability of recreation programs and access to healthy
and affurdable food choices all contribute to thc health ofa Comrnunity
The importarice of providing healthy living choices is reflected throughout the
Cornprehensive Plari cspccially in this element, as well as in the Parks, Recreation and Open
Space, Econom.ic Dcveloprricnt and Transportation elements,
The City hosted Community Conversations to identify issues as part of the update to the
Comprehensive Plan, and Comomunity Conversation outreach meetings when developing
the 2Ol2 Strategic Plan. As part of these etThrts, comrnunfty mernbers consistently
expressed their desire for better access to recreational opportunities, safer routes to schools
for children, and better access to affordable, good quality food, including fresh fruits and
vegetables.
Expanding access to healthy food and providing job training opportunities is an important
City goal The City wiII contiriue to provide use of the Tukwila Curnrnunity Center's facilities
by prograrns that empower community members by. equipping them with hands-on
vocational uaiuingmAnio their footing in the food industry, By taking part iosuch
programs, the participants, such as refugees and immigrants, become better integrated iom
Vocal communities and economies,
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Comment [CL.81: The maim* of ithLs section
' has been deleted aN open space addrimsed
the new Parks, Recreation end Open Space
Element of Me Comprehensive nall
Comment [11F91 Addressing this Mpg. was
requested by the Tukwila City Counofi during
the 2013 Comprehensive Pam review and
identified as important to the Community
Conversations, This section ohm added to
roiled the focus on healthy
access that is, expressed in Puget Sound
Regional Council's Vision 2040/Multi-Ceunty
Planning policies and the King County Planning
Policies,.
The City b also cxp|oriog,iu conjunction with the City "( pr patn in Fond
Innovation Network in this area. APvodInnovation Network isa�vv,muncc structure that,
po^mu*es increased hoJ sector iovusuoeot and. cmp|oym;^coypormnitins. &h/ud
innovation district Os a geogral)hic concentration oil lood-oritnited businesses, services and
mminunityactividescha,|oca|govcrnmmtsxopportd`mogbpboniogoudecouomic
development initiatives in order to proniote a positive business environment, regional
food system. devn|opmm' and increase access m local h`od� As the prirnary rnechaniem tor
osuhUrbiog this type o[pmgmmhemo"micdcvc\opu,m` further discussion and
proposing goals and policies i^ deferred mthe 8c000mioDovn|upmrut.element the
ComprckeusivrMa,
Community
Image
Tukwila's image as perceived within the community and region, and portrayed by the media
is often at odds with its rnany positive at:tributes. The City faces challenges in shifting
negative perceptions about public safety and crime to create and communicate an image
that better reflects reality, engages residents and attracts visitors and businesses,
GOALS AND
POLK:NE
Overall Community Identity
Goal 1.1 A community of inviting neigi ood: anc vibrant 1. .siness
idistricts
Policies
11l
Ericourage the creation uHocatons arid facilities where residents of all agcs and
cultures can gather for activities and events, such as public markets, parades and
festivals that are rcpresentative of the City's cliverse popuIation |
1].3 Strengthen the image and character vfTvkwilo'o distinct areas and
1J,1 Capitalize on the potential that publtc projects have for serving as symbols of the
cornrnunity, and for expressing the iclentity and special character of th=nroa
where they are located.
1l5 Exparid the system of incentivcs, tools and supportS d`a,cun,uzaxe investment in
and maintenancc ofprivate and public space.
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Comment [12F10]:
Ian iSSUe
COMment Implementation ~
5trategies. now 'tre grouped at the end of
Comment [RF12]: Goal from Strategic Nan )
1 Comment [RF13]: This language added at
discu,ssed the pros and CD/1S 0111,5 polky
length, but staff did not hear a clear direction to
deism?, this poliqs, This policy is intended to
fester enhancement and improvement of
Tultestia's individual neighborhoods and to
celehint». their diversity, which is a dent:hen
that emerged front the Strategic Plan,
Comment 10.1,5): These two new policies,
LIS and 1,1.6, are adapted from She Strategic
Plan (2012),
1.1.6 Focus City planning and IP vestments on creating a connected., dynarni urhan
environnient.
Implementation Strategies
Foster public life throughout the City hy providing neighborhood focal points
and open spaces that are well-integrated into the neighborhoods they serve.
• Create and enhance public spaces for community use.
• Develop and use residential and commercial design standards and guidelines
that respond to local climate conditions, emphasize conservation, and draw .
on the region's cultural heritage,
• Continue to implement the "Walk and Roll" Plan.
• Support and advance enforcement of existing codes ;..ind regulations.
• Support residential neighborhood identity where appropriate.
• Review residential developmentlstandar4
Goal 1.2 Tukwila has a positive community identity and
Policies
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
image
Take a proactive role in generating positive media coverage of the community,
Implement a long-term and consistent effort to shift negative perceptions of
crime and public safety in Tukwila.
Promote Tukwila's .international diversity as a strength.
Actively promote community engagement of the City's diverse population via
non-traditional methods such as the Community Connector Program4
Implementation Strategies
• Utilize the City's Commumications Division to develop a strategy to promote
Tukwila's amenities, cultural dynamism and central geographic location.
• Establish a graphics standard and unified look for City documents and
commu nications
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Comment Min): implemennition strategy
additd based on digression at 6-24.14 Phonily
rtitirtmissien We SeSs'ion %mitt town
characters, 'The R.esidtartial Neighborhood
klunient wiii diaciteN resitteratti tharacter and
deveinpment standards in mum detail - staff
emu..
this eleutant
thrommendu not dup nn in
.:hating the dreateri
Commertt WV]: Strategic Mar Goai
Comment Ewa]: Ni w patiriee 12,1.1,2,3
to 11 per new goal 12 an punitive retrammity
identity and image,
Comment UtF19]: This new policy added at
suggestion of Cdobal to Local..
JON
• Develop common themes that. recognize xndpronuotoTuk. da'x many p ivo
attributes.
Historic Preservation and Cultural Awareness
Goal 1.3 A heritage conservetl and interpreted SO that Tukwila's citizens
recognize connections with the past and celehrate the diverse
cultures represented in the comtnunity
Policies
lII Identify protcct historically siguiticantproperties, structures and sites, in -'
either their present or a nearby location, as determined in a city-wide survey and
designation process.
[1.32 Provide prominent public art and interpretive markers x' highly visible locations, —
explaining the history n[ the interurban Trolley, the Grccn/DuwambhRiver,
Duwamish Hill Preserve and other important buildings, sites, events, or persons.
1.3.3 Establish a proccss for providing incentivcs and designating ccrtain structures as
landmarks.
]].4 Include consideration of features that rcllcct characteristics of Tukwila's histry
and cultural diversity in the design review o( commercial, public, and multiple-
fa
1�3 Dcvelop and irnplcment plans, projects, and, prograrns uopmteccandnmmuted`c
historical legacy of the Green River Valley and its natural and built environment.
Cultural
Diversity
1.36 :ncourage and support communitieS 10 celebrating, preserving arid transrTutting
thcir traditions through cultural and heritage activitics, and cducation,
1.37 Develop programs and City-widc cvcnts to celebrate the City's cultural divcrxiti
l.].0 Enhance linkages with the Tukwila School District to recognize and support the
strengths ofTukwilas rnulti-lingual student body.
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fron Transportation Corridors chapter at 1995
Gomm chnosive Man.
- l'
83ift which as been revised and moved from
the Transportation Corridors element
Comment [RF22]; Recognizes and
incorporates Strategic Man priorities
Comment [RF23]: Strategic ilan Goal 5 KZ
Implementation Strategies
M Contract with King County Landmarks Hoard for historic preservltior
So rvices.
Develop and implement a historic resources designation procedure and
program to ensure: that these sites continue to he pail of the COflhtTtunity .
Seek certified 1..,ocal Government status to secure funding and technical
assistance for historic preservation.
Develop incentives, such as fee waivers or code flexibility, to encourage
preservation of historic resources, including those that are currently known
and thc..)se that have yet to he identified.
Increase awareness of the community's heritage by promoting cultural
preservation programs and/or educational activities.
Develop public art and markers that incorporate local historical references,
events and individuals,
Promote partnerships between the City and cornmunity cultural he
groups, such as the Tukwila Historical Society.
Encourage both. public and private stewardship of historic sites and
stru.ctures.
ta ee
ttecognize Tukwila's heritage by naming or renaming parks, streets or other
public places with their original names or after major figures and events,
Continue the use of Community Connectors, or some other appropriate
mechanism to provide outreach to the City's culturally diverse communities
on a regular basis.
Expand the linguistic and cultural competencies of the City Council, staff,
kxtmmissions and other city representative groups through recruitment,
training and tirinfi.
Continue and enhance the relationship with the 'Tukwila School District
through classroom visits and partnerships, internships, scholarship program.
( Comment [RF26): Strategic Plan Goal 5132
wwwwwwesmessiessrearememerfinew,
Paleontological and archaeological artifacts and sites with cultural comment Nt-27P
. This goal and its
' supporting olicios have bi ri d nom the
and Native American significance are protected and preserved, Natural Environment chapter Text has been
modified frotn 1995 Comprehensive Plan Goal
Comment [RF24): Sirnilar lmplementation
ate found under 15.13 9 emphasizes
fiTqlortance el this issue, as reflected in the
Strategic Plan,
AIMINMNIIXAMONMMIUM ,
Comment [RIE25].: This language added at
suggestion a Global o Local and revised by
Planning Commission.
ONNAVAMMUMIAMIMUMMOUMMIMOMIS.101.MIVAIM,
'Policies
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comment [P28]: All the policleshz this
section are implemented through SEPA review
and/or existing City, State and Federal
regulations
1/41.1 | Implement existing regulations tn ensure that paleontological and archaeological
materials and site details are preserved for posterity.
1 i2| Ensure that the potential. 6orthe existence o{ paleontological and archaeological.
sites is considered during development of new construction projects.
l.4;:
Identify and protect archaeological resources and culturally significant sites and
develop interpretive information that fosters public appreciation o{bismhm\
traditions and practices.
City:oundaries
Goal 1.5 Logical and identifiahe houridaries for !ukwiIa so that resirients,
workers, and visitors know they are entering the City.
"' Comment [P29]: Mad RIM fromPolicy446.1
Comment [P30]:. Proposed new policy from
the Tree and Environment Advisoly
r ,
Comment [P31): Proposed IlVW policy from
1 the Tree and Environment Advisory
comment [C1.32): Incorporates Strategic ' COmment ECII-341: lilts is Policy 6,1.4,
Plan priorities,
Policies
1.5.1 'Ilvtuhzoain, improve and expand #ote \n/?Y features located urfreeway - { Comment [P33]' Policy ��,md�����
. that heen=p.ed in
many areas of the City.
oftrarnps and 01 City limit lines where thcy cross major arterial streets; use
graphics, orientation maps, informational oigoagc lighting, specimen trees,
plantings with seasonal color, artwork, .monument forms, orcombinations
thereof.
1.5.2 Wurk with affectcd citizens, property owners and the neighboring cities of
Scn7ac Kent, and Seattle u/ develop inu,dvo^| agreements that adjust border
anomalies
Implementation Strategies
• Dxpandco min unity markers at City boundaries, and vz key points throughout
the cnmmunity., establishing a clear community signature
• Develop a COflSiStCflt City graphics protocot and program.
Commercial Areas
Goal 1.6 Tukwila's vibrant commercial districts are visually attractive, draw
visitors, add value to the conirnuriity and encourage euiployees and
customers to walk, bike and use transi.
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moved from Annenttion dolma and revised as
that element may tie eliminated by 201.5.
Edited for clarity,
Comment [RF35): Strategic Plan 5.C.2
C..orritnent (C1.361: Policy language
---
revised/updated to reflect Oryis torus on
econninir dewinpment arid iinpiementation
the Urban Unter Walk and Roil Nam.
Policies
6,1.11 Enhance the pedestrian environment: with street improvements that include
curbs, sidewalks or trails, and regularly spaced street trees.
1.6.2
1.6.3
Develop streetscape design guidelines that support an urban built form and
commercial districts with pedestrian oriented otnenitie,..
As major new development or redevelopment occurs, require thi'oughblock
pedestrian connections that follow adopted guideline.
1.6.4 Encourage facilities and improvements that support transit use ir
development, redevelopment, and street projects,
Implementation Strategies
• Encourage "welcome signs" and information kiosks.
• Development standards that support all modes of travel.
• Develop through-block pedestrian guidelines.
el
Urban Design and Development
Goal 1.7 I1ukwd S retail areas are characterized by high quality urban design
that accommodates a mix of compatible residential, commercial and
light industrial uses.
Policies
1.7,1 Maintain zoning regula
districts.
ow mixed uses in appropriate commercial
1.74721 Encourage the development of corridor focal points, .1 le ensuring highqua1ity
design.
1,7.3 Use design guidelines to encourage compatible location and configuration of
buildings, parking, recreation areas and pedestrian jfacilities
iticorporattisubstantial landscaping both along street frontages and within
parking lots in new development and redevelopment when the buildings are not
brought up to the hack of sidewalk,
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Comment [P37]: This is former Policy 8.1.11,
moved from Transportation Corridor element
• VAMMUM, 41MMINIdIMIMMItl.W.M.0
Comment [CUSP Larigua.gei of policy has
been tthanged to substitute 'Enhance" Mr
Improve" ret avoid . using the work Imprewe'
twice in the same "entitince„
1110MINNII
11 Wilirnipm11111111,
Comment rp.391; The original language of
this patty is obsolete as it is implemented
through Public Works adopted street
standards, The neW wneding better reflects this
goal for how the urbamarea looks.
emesediemediesteesmdem
C t C 40 Polk ieS 1,15,3 ttnd
are currently policies 1,8,5 and 1,8,8 sort have
boort morsel. from the, IMansportation
Corridors" sat Mien of des chapter
Comment [0.41.]: The text of eX ri Pi ng goal
(formerly 18) has been cosuplotely reylsed,
Comment a421: mis paddy langeage
revised to reflect that Tukwita's commercial
districts mire/Ply allow a mid of uses,
mmoomm0000moomoom0000m000moommmomo
Comment a,43/: This is former Policy
8,1A moved from Transportalion Corridors
chapter of the 1595 Ctilliprehensive Plan,
f. COMMerit [ClAttj: Policy language modified
• from existing text,
Comment KUM: Existing Miry 1.,fift,
foam modified,
t'rcvide pedestrian weather protection, see-through glass, and distinctive
ruo8iucxin .new and redeveloped building facades,
lnu/rpom\u interesting and pedestrian-friendly bawrcxon minor facades
adjaccnt 10 secondary streets or pedestran ath.
Encourage p|oomaWn& through creative use nbignaAc art and high quality
materials.
Require that sites have adogoato|1hdng and are designed using crime reduction
principles to increase safety.
Seek opportunities wioz4|mccpuNic art into public
Implementation Strategies
• Use Crime Prevention through Environment. 1)esign principles 10 deter erirninal
behavior.
Goal 1.8 '1'ukvila's parking standarcis are appropriate
flexibility for individualicircUmstancesl.
Policies
se and DrovRJe
1.8] Maintain and periodically revise parking standards so that they (1) are sufficient
to meet. typical daily deiand, (2) reflect any significant shifts in transit usage, (3)
encourage shared parking between mixed uses and sites, (4) accommodate ca r-
sharing opportunities; and (5) allow off-site parking when adjacent uses are not
affected.
1.8.2j Maintain and periodically revise standards for bicycle parking,
Healthy
Living
Goal 1.9 A healthy cornmunity where active Iiving and access to affordable,
culturally-appropriate and nutritious food is available to all.
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. Comment iCL46]:Imumage modified teem
existing Poiliy 1.11.7„ Existing Policy 1,8.7 aiso
has been split into two policies,
' Comment ritE47): Second part of former
Policy 1.8.7,
Comment [CIAO Policy 5.1„13, moved from
1 Comment ICIASIllifis new goal and
supporting/talkies provide Comprehensive
Plan guidance and support for any mauled
revisit= le the Clity's perking standards te
rolled new research and thinking on 'right
sized parking'',
t.
- ' Comment [P50]; Policy H,1,6„ moved from
Transportation Corridors ]
Comment [11F51.]: Addressing thi5 topic was
requested by the Tukwila City Council during
the 2013 Comp Plan. review and identified as
important in the Community Conversations,
This section is also added to reflect the focus on
healthy living and food access that is expressed
in Puget Sound Regional Council's Vision
2040/Multi-County Planning policies and the
King County Plan.ning Policies, ,
Policies
19l Dcvdup public, private and non-profit partnrobipxm support the goal n[hca|U
eating and active living, including education and awareness.
l�.Z Develop and implement a communication plan and Healthy Tukwila web site
with information and links about healthy eating, active living and related topics
-
Mcluding strategies for reaching communities whi) do not speak English or use
computers (c&/000\o/cd written aowell axvrrbaU.
1.93 Provide healthy and culturally-appropriate (e.g. Halal, non-pork, vegetarian) food
and beverages in City programs and facilities to promote healthy eating habits.
Goal 1.10. Food security, loca|food
promoted.
Policies
and '•
1l0] Explore incentives or regulatory changes m encourage location ofhmd&yhucu
purveyors in underserveci areas.
1,1 0.2 Encourage locally-based food production, distribution., and choice through urban
agriculture, community gardens, farmers markets and food access initiatives.
1.0J Support thc Tukwfla Fond Pantry and other organizations that 0011) provide tood
assistance m low-income residents nv that all families, seniors, schools and
community-based organizations are able m access, purchase and increase intake
(Afresh fruits, vegetables, and other uutridouuk`odx.
Implementation Strategies
• Explore participating inx rood. Innovation Network bn conjunction with other
jurisdictions,
• 5xp|ore establishing n farmers market, mobile produce truck or other forum
for the sale of fresh inseason produce.
• Promote farmers markets, brmu/nnds,cnm mutiny supported agriculture
drop offsites, community gardens, schoo! gardens, home gardens, cottage
fooc:i businesses and urhan farms.
• Encourage farmers markets, bnnstands and other nvn.-sm,rbnnt sellers of'
0)0(1 to accept WIC/SNAP benefits and Double Your Ftucks" progranis.
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• Review regulations to ensure there are no harriers to urban. agricul
farmers markets and other food access mechanisms,
t
• Research issues related to food .trucks and develop regulations as appropriate,
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COMMUNITY IMAGE AND
IDENTITY
STRIKETHROUGH
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COMMUNITY IMAGE AND
MEN ITY
PURPOSE
'The Community, Image and identitkelement estabilshes a fraiimwork that celebrates gur,
histor builds upon our diversity, and fosters civic engaornent, while. accommodatim
growth n a way that flirthers the cornmunit 's vision, 'The cipals and Rglicios of this
element preis intended to enhance the ovi2iall_Community Image andideptity Jo which
every element of the Plan contributes in some degree. The citizens of Tukwila in
46144 -pu rneet4ngs-have expressed a strong interest in strengthening this.identity
and image7 through trorwthe originalacid-both Vision Tukwila and Tukwila Tomorrow
processes in the 1990s toand the recent strategic planningwocess a.nd Community
CortYlff3.411Q.1141ave-coneefoed-themsetves. tlVilittagAg211
thq...qtYS&PricH tV j citY.
,)1--hose-The f4ttowincLgoals and policy recommendations in this chapter reflect this
JELG',9410-9.141- 4tiri-gromoting asitive_community character and identity. They
are based on the image of the community as seen not only by the citizens of Tukwila, but
also by visitors and those who come here to work.
With little available vacant land other than the Tukwila South subarea., much of Tukwila's
future residentialRopelation s rowth will occur in mixed use commercial areas. Ensuring
that these increasingly dense areas are vibrant, attractive ['laces to ut down roots is key
to achieving, Qitywide goals, As Tukwila transitions from being e suburban community
tLEt2a1..q.11121j Place, the , , ' well-desighed commercial and rnuitifarnity,sgami
is . 'The value of _preserving and celebratinglie area's diverse cultural a.nd
historical heritao, is also broadly appreciated.
The
y-are-
4
ifflprOVerfler146 asseoiated-withtieth.
4hey g "footion foc fundinA
C
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Comment (RF1]; 'Identity added to
emphasize how Tukwila is experienced and
perceived both frorn within the community
and outside the community
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A central-thataFeof -this-element is-an open-space network-of- visual-aridief physisal-linkf,
of-piceservied-vegetatlet-i-jc, iiia-larcatth9--important-physicai features-of-the -Tukwila
environments ush- as 4-he valley-wallo-nveFand-impor-tant--tfansportatien-corciders, -.The
physical-links-me-the-physical conneetion,s-avallable-te-the-publis-for-ar;cossingend
. �
I
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Tukwila is an unique community. It has a large
proportion and expanse of commercial and industrial omparedtn
the thearnountof residential development. It is divided into distinct areas by freeways and
ch000rosoingakeria|u.withthoCillIeg2DuwamishAGre-r+nRivorwindingthroughout Info
o@ileda|ength_o1lie_Ci1y. The hllsides and vaileys in the area furthertoe4
dkk+jspHi the City nto numerous, almost disconnected segments Local streets and
major arterials interweavear-Fa4ashion-that-cleeedopot follow a predictable grid patterni,
mon#gx
++aatively-41LarQe &tfuot esoak+incj-industria and commercial developments, together
with associated parking, tend to dominate the City's imagealandscape es
peaseivedwhen seen from freeways and major arterials, This persists as the overall
image of the City despite the-lea-that-the community's:has many areas of quiet
residential streets and abundant vegetation 'Ihis geology eilso contributes to a sense of
serve all tho residents„
Qo
The-topegmphy-of-ttie-eommunity-is-anothef-uniwe-ehara'" 4stico-Spectacular views of
Mount_Rainier_i_the Cascade Mountains,_and even the Seattleokyline are available Frofr+
from many hillsides around the City„ ' `waiter-views- •
. In addkion, numerous streets run
along the hilisides and afford sweeping vistas of land and greenery. And finaily, the
Green/Duwamish/Gmen River and Tokwiia Rend offers-a unique natural amenitiesy
whose potentia as a prominent and dramatfc elements of the community image hays
yet to be fully reatkedeognized.
Historic Preservation an Cuit
are Uess
While Tukwila has a rich history that has involved farming, rail transportation, and the
ment of the theaircraft indusiry, there are few
visible indications of its earlier days, With the exception of the Museum of FIightJij
Duwarnish Hill
and thesome interpretive markers along the
Green/Duwamish/Qeen River, there are no explanations or celebrations of the major
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decussed M the Natural' Environment
elemeM updated arid approved by the
Courted in 2011 Open space to addressed M
the new Porky Peoreadon and Open Space
element
,, Comment [CUP Subsections have been
added under Issues' to provide a brief
narrative to support the goals and policies
that tollow later in the chapter,
features of the community's heritage, such as the Interurban rail line. Only a few places
are given any degree of commemoration with respect to their role in the growth of
Tukwila.
Due to Tukwila's location on the Cimien/Duwainich RiveLthe area has been home to
many Native American settlements, and played_animmiketarilligieln local INdtlyp
American history and cuiture, Devoldgment along cerlainsortions cif the river has
ewosed artifacts from the dityis when Native Ai nericans travelied the river aid camped
aiong its banks, These artifacts require protection from future develoginent ,,and
irrigioyed interpretation so that theigublic can appreciate their origin and significance.
Cultt r 111
Tukwila's demognaphics have clierlgad slgnificantlyjn the 20_years sii the origlpai
corn dreiriposjy.e Elan yzarLadopted„ Siinik3r to changgis seen throughput all South King
......... a,n . y
and countriesi Our chaiiengp is to create a corhmunlly whele residents includinatIle
Idterm and the recently-arrived, with varied backgrounds traditions, langpages and
countries of origin fPriglir4IlliDiecigc1
their community groups and organizations and to the City as a whole,
41Y,„12P2rt.Lfgei,..i2 YPNedjh
business or Et_p_articular s.tic. cuitu ralmgnteLesdiskrogiilifliligiughioglirthe
devet9Prilerlt of the. five to telliVarStrg1tg,lki
erviessed desire to increase a shared sense. of beiongingrand involvement in as
a whoie, This .0 ou woli be carried forward ur the Cornmehensive Pkitn khroudillgogls
@Inc! jpplicies whichiyornote robust outreach on CompLchensive Plan activity and other
cllY„„actigiflqrtg...iligt .entire...CORIMUnilx,Lncl.Pdlfig„ a culllu.r.alti...al2Pr9.,PriattlifidignatIM:
specific ampach
11 tt ecu go llm ernbersofits_gmulatiort. This outreach includes not
onlyworking„with m_rogoiitiao irovjcpoo„5 wttg have bclah„ n Vand u Jsisggs in
ast, but reaching outto individuals and groups whose ideas have not traditionally,
been heard.
"Community Conversation" meetings were held in 2014 to hear about issues iiinortant to
tbrg.„ nny dotIso ent cuku fiirl„1„q21111121-111412§ WgItill„Ltill1PCnrilPft.„1071Y9LY.P
with the City's diverse residents via culturally...and lariguage specific Cornmuray
Connectors who helped residents )forniegr '-eornmu ' nhereitafeuig: h:i4terffeters-to
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adapted from the Strategic Plan narrative
Comment [NGS]: This language added at
suggestion of Global to Local
[
- Comment [NG61: This language added at
suggestion of Global to Local.
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entjty,,lhe Issues most imp2rtant to them and to ensure that diversp, yiews_wele
0,21P VittLEESPR4, thP„.121191
gc2211 TlitY ConlcclQfs4.9f7fs,
City Bound
nes
There is little sense of enterinapikgyiag either the community as a whole or individual
neighborhoods, tafgely-because in many areas the City limits are irregglar or do not
coincide with natural boundaries4ave-exeaeded-se-dfamatieatty-in-feoen-t-yeafs Jew
that-frtajeF1304-Adary-atal4iit,i;Jnaveressfl',fitiatty-comerte-arf-ead-T-tr4ore.46.-an-oppoft.itity-to
makellukwita,ls-Eg-ze-andre-xpanse- ittree-Rwerevident4n-pee
identitiablebou-Rdarte&-b-aeomes-feasbler
anr"nexafions h a S created certain
Vil
in whichlbg LIQED.claryStolael11111211:5tate mo
ro lit ata h u oLh o pt u thW vfoijoe a...fat
With mkor expansion latgety endeLthere is an opportunity, to make „Tykwita°s_sigq_arld
e_xtent plorpyisiblp by_pr_rovidirigideritifiabte,,boundary_
ire rcaiJ r
e
j2 .,%at fl dUrnFesgn
four tgilltegi2s,!figfatre algtfegitit,
ttic:IyolgELaserthingfiLIN of,inOtiolcogighborhoods and vibrant bush'iess districJs. During
ling_blialEA:tplatapin,,pubcess and. the. Communitty Conversatbos that informed,,,the
c.q.agigPrItIlY tt..t.60efifigs
yvant a safe and visually:attractive comrhunity„ The desig,o of residentiai and corriatercial
cfPve.19,12.01.§talt,'`? O.P.11„PIP12111,9n1f9c„cturEi
thrbt„..1gt. Ihti:T2tjeation of desigja criteria that are functionaLprttrac.tive and safe, Safe
zATELTAlact..Xthq.YEtfi fhfc2ftftlftft.gftigfeelltct,Pf Qf
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Comment [NG7] This language added at
suggestion al Glohat to Local,
Comment [P8j: This section moved horn
Annexation Element as than element may be
eliminated by 2015„
eal,IPPPEVISirld... • -fr., • •
• . . : • .• r. • Arer,,!is of focus include makingeigleSer: morg
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• • • • • • , • • . . • . . Epspectations for how Trikwha's
prthlic and privatelpaces wih Rbokr
Parks ,,,,m,,, ,, ,Ja n ars en S, ceL§ I Lysterk ._
As2rarnrratyle Oeptily JeLit§sIslograjec,:iffilbg glem rarlacLealrqlepagicerysLielreyrittrusg
01 cs . rerracykgrai:Dctoslere sqace„ For the first time the Comprehensive Plan addresses
is orLant comm unit feature in a separate Parks jecreation and Open Space
Eternent,:•:The••••StaterrequirlhaIraiheitiesepiem•F4ogruiedefrthe-Grewth-Nles•gereeretr•AEA
identityeepen•-•-spaerercre•Frideceeresefueforrresreafiehe••••wilfilliferhekyiitaterthEreitserand
oeoffestionrefeeriticalrar-e,••a•s•-(orreas•••••definectrilerTukwikles•ensitive•••••areasy••••••••••TherwoKi
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thrortigh••••••the••••eotire-op•ehewasereorreekre4s•-•••horrnecessaryetherefecewth•e•••••Gity-ch•o•oseerte
ideogy-a•hreepereepaGe••••14retwor4et:hatree44•Bisleeefrpribii-G-ae•c• a•ke•Iy••••••ew+hte•c•,h•k.■eriLd6•,-
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trorre••-•14,re-rT:u•kwii•a••Tomoaewrtef•ocre•s•s•••-as4velieasrfre•rrr•the••••••State4e•••GrkrwrteMaoa•g••e••me••nt
Ae•hreleherp••res•eneerefret•••-••ile:•41yrnatacal-SySiern----inlerer.r)RfledeEran-d-EiGOe0Sibie-fer
f'..WAFeatiOflrWh-efe-appf0Pfiate--4S-par4-Of-the-O-VeCa4-qkial4y-Gf440-gga14o• f-the--G4y-Gf
.4 .. 44 ide•••••goarrferea4••••ufbahea•reaerwiterrePoget-S•eoperr
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aseEWidnedr••43••y4berState)-4asea-reidefetifie-der•Reb•ii•ewriceoessrfr-keetioorerAareearsi••qr4itierifit
vegeta1ivet-t,e,pograp-Ikeie4un-etieene•-••141,-ad•ciitieHretandeidentAed—withierthee-netwo•rkre-halleharve
t4r,:hpri•0 rety•••r'. r••••4r4goefeu•blic.reFruoell-a•serof4a•Rdsefoir•••••r,ceireati•e•nlopeirespa•aer
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Comment [CL9]: The majority of this
section has been deleted as open space is
addressed in the new Parks, Recreation and
Open Space Element of the Comprehensive
I Plan ,
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aitliebaiii-Geetep
----Op-eeespace-netwofk
1. ea! !Alvin
The-ureen form includinalhe infrastructure and buiit environment—affects the. health of
residents and workers _as well as the community identity overall, The Lroximity of
siciewaiks for safe waikirg„thailisit connections to reduce the USe of singie occuillimt
vehicies that contribute to athi2p0OutioilLthe av,aiilabijAKpflscioatlgrrLptggramsiTina_acii,iciess
1 lie innportanckpf grgyidinghealthy. living choiges is reflected throtighout the
corngiriehiensive Rion especially in tivis eickneniLias well as it° tho P motion and
Ouitilagapoi, Economic Deveiopthoni and transportation elemepts,
lie City hosted Communityiconversations to identify, jesues aqipart of the gpdate„ to the
Conigrehensive PlariLand Community Cerivetsation outreach meetings wrier
devplopingithe 2012 Strategic Plan, AcsLart of theseJ efforts,„ communitylnembers
censistently expressed their desire for better access to recreational opportunessafel
routes to schools for children, and better access to affordable, good quality food
iinclggiggifresh frluits anclivegetablps,„
:Dilei-c-ii4tiiSifiekiiisiiaals-eExpandiqa access to healtnylood andpirovidifignjob training
opportunities s n important City sjoar, Tthe City haiiii-4:pfovide4iwill colifliquelidadviije
pt the Tukwila Community„.C.enters fociiities tyLRidararnsP(6esti-iiRecia
ofgenkatien that empowers-illniajilay.4:iornirpupity rnernbiers gy
hands-on vocationai train inalp co.ihuthettleottaajiattle best indmatiy, iithei-etfofi4align
ajsc7sirgnneoyrtrainees-to-oimortunities-te-ai-ake-a-livklgjn4t4e-foed-ki4ustify-and-shwo
tqiii(C'wea40-Pt
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Comment [RF101: Addressing this topic
was requested by the Tukwila City Council
(Meng the 2013 Comp Plan review and
identified as important in the Community
Conversations, This section is also added to
reflect the focus on healthy Wing and food
1r ass that is expressed in Puget Sound
Regional Counoirs Vision 2040/MultiCounly
Planning policies and the King County
Planning Policies.
Comment [CL11]: Language in this
paragraph revised at request of Planning
Commission
The City s also eNdloring.„ dr° cooknction Mth the Cily_pf SeaTadd
fkgwork...jdA.ddyAdJidgn.ggddt.Edgti.,jlddthqild2Egrdoid,dddjJddrpdf4gdfoqcLgsldtgs ihygstrgen.L.giad
einggyinent dppartunities„ A food [nnevation disfsict a gpocyddlt" iicdcd,20..dffItEglibo. pt
food-onented businesses.. services arld cornrnuni,ty activHies that tocat2pvernments
2,,,ippgyttbIgggh plan ntELLkhcacphorrolig jpygigpmentioltiallygs irddid.g.Ltki2Ednigig,..Ld
122.01Y,cdtltaillg§s,..2agi.EgidAlcdaldfilldl„tctgidlgddid2P11...MISIEL.02.Y.2.1011522.1.„gdd„,„„bgregise
access to [dcd1.1 food, As thedoirnadydmeohand,,;rn for esIlAbtlishima.this type of.....Epgrarn
ctlf3::,';g§',.:§1QriP.CicillEPI?Q.giag_g..cLakLADSL12(2JJldLQgd§,(1.2„flrlgdj.
to the Econom'ic E:)eveigmnerit (dement of the CondgehenEdve Flan,
Tukwila's image asserceived within the community and region.and Rertrayed ky the
media is often at odds with its many positive attributes. The Cit faces challenges in
shittingstegative perceptions aboult_pubiic safety,and crime to create, and communicate
an image fliat better reflects reality, engages residents and attracts visitors and
businesses.
GOALS AND POLICIES
Overall Community Identitinv
Gch-1444-A-ean+pfaffii4y-wi+efe-re4de+tt-s-stay-be.k;attse4key-feet-a-s-tg
etaotlimial-attaehmeatTinductiRgi
-Oppeftunitiesdi:EddAtefacliddiAtvittiddeil,:::,41.43-efsandpubliedseldAd
lge PrS6 S4.e4A.Hlw fiOif#449FhE.HN.14die'ntity-rpf f1 M
fed046+1(y
LUal Qt ianll nni,g ... b,nx1
Policies
1,1,1 Edst4e.449 .t#4-EAde.rdmud • !-6-44:natt4edvidLeh-,7.iilddedAdo-stkATAphyc4oaky-evidedt.
thiro,b1f4k.-tbedcA*dareAr.E4Fiff,H43€4 iR-ReW--deVetaprifywft-aad4redevek)pfr4Nlt,,
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{ Comment [RF121: StrWegic Plan issue
Comment [CL13]; This goal proposed for
elimination in favor of a more concise goal
from the Strategic Plan, which follows below.
Comment [RF14): Goal from Strategic Plan
Comment [CL15]; This policy deleted by
Planning Commission. Staff had requeted
guidance on whether the policy still was
applicable to Tukwila since the City is
becoming more of an urban area and less of
a small suburban enclave. The new Urban
Center plan will focus developmentincluding
residential in the urban core. Tukwila Valley
South will also include residential
development, so the "small town" description
didn't seem to fit any more.
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1.1.2 Encourage the creation of locations and facilities vy1.1greithat residents of_et!
E1fIg.§1...P110 PuffurP§ Pan
IllgrAff!.....g rid jegi'v!;ilf.-1.141..a fe...„(Plat-5P114111vQ,.9f:
p_g_rfglettpriappreciate-colt AAy.
1.1 ,,Strengthen the image and character of Tukwila's separate-a-ad
distinct areas.and.pei_ghborhopcls.l
1,1 ,4 Ca italize on the potential that ijJj roectshaveforservincLasymbcsof
the...community„.astcl_for_expressinc i.cienkftanci,s.kocial character:0.111e
..alea whelp thps are located,
""" -ISTRATECz -
Els-Neighibiortheeenfesal-poiets
---Pralstreseases
aide trsas
:Is TA:- Use p_ppfertunities-fauforneltkacemolunittidentity-throu0-41-esigja-of street
s!Paqe.
-Regulate4tie4o6ati49wand-operatie41-of -adutt-eiatertaiwn€4143-6-1alettshmenle
EN- v 11.
idi-44Eil.dftii,ase-pso,xi,n4-ity-t:G-4adr,Ei,h4ss,syz4-1-eo-tisatitiwani-i+,is,;fian4cis„,p4ygvon,adss
1ts-14d4.1,-o5e-zofti.ag
„"0 „5 .,E2Tand the system of ins enitivais,jodis and ssports that encoundge
investment iru and maintenance offictivate anri pfublle ls'iplacesf
1 „ "1.,6 FOCUS City pila.nninaand investments on crealinio connected, clynamic urban
EiHrVi rov re rt..
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Comment [NG16]: This language added at
suggestion of Global to Local.
Comment [NG17] : The Planning
Commission discussed the pros and cons of
this policy at length, but staff did not hear a
clear direction to delete this policy, 'This
policy is intended to foster enhancement and
improvement of Tukwila's individual
neighborhoods and to celebrate their
diversity, which is a direction that ernerged
from the Strategic Plan,
Comment [CL1131: Implementation
Strategies now are grouped at the end of
each Subsection.
Comment [CL19]: Deleted by Planning
Commission,
Comment [C120]: These two new policies,
1.1.5 and 1 1.6, are adapted from the
Strategic Plan (2012),
Implementation Strategies
• igbhvrhnvd[nud
iAo standards and
�ff-SAtfiktirelet1
uLoatitty-1o1 , , r~~°..�r----
Policies
1„ail]Tahem progictiyelple, gigalLtratillc• iosi1ivemedia.-cove ra. 'leo
12,2 Implement Ft lorifklerrn and consistent effort to shift rict4kjtive2erseptions of
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Comment [RF211: Duplicates strategy
below
, Comment [RF221: Former Policy t ,3,3,
rewritten and comrerted to an impternentation
Comment [CL23]: Revised by Planning
comm," [Cu*1: Implementation strategy
added based on discussion at 6-24-14
Planning Commission WOrk Session on
'small town character". The Residential
Neighborhood Element will discuss residential
character and development standards in
more detail — staff recommends not
,, duplicating the discussion
Comment [RF25]: Strategic Plan Goal 5
1 Comment [C126]: New policies 12,1-1,2.3
to support new goal 1.2 on positive
community identity and image,
Comment [RF27]: This language added at
suggestion of Giobal to Local
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1 tp Et ent a IA on St r tpgjes
kytti nitssattaltstattophistustatiatt
tsap.b.icsatt..n.daTSiaD d stattesk.Issktst..tdtsdsttuntssttta(I
tantsaist.tiftat,
it tit vslattgartu.n QsttuLat.tt....that.ntctttsiztstntt.srttntstts...tltdtytitttt T.112.0,JOY
PflaitilT.....a.tUtiblitt
Historic Preservation an Cuitur
Goal 1,l2;n3...A heritage conserved and interpreted so that Tukwila's citizens
connections with the past:A.1d caeltiALe.tht„siiiitric,
adnates th estau tnitailty.
Policies
-kiehtifteites-enid-sthidtureeof-histeder-importaidee,
Pfeeer%W*efeeiTiffieMer e the-FitfU-ettAireqdeptINAffi protect tligter1C:411y
planificant pr:s2pf,qit§,,_,siroctIngs.and.sies-fei,naning-froich-t-itern-of-the
dentufy, in either their present or a nearby location, as determined in a city-
wide survey and designation process,
Comment [CL281.' Existing Goal 1.2,
revised.
Comment (P29j: Delete Mn favor of the
more specific policy 8,3,9 from the
Transportation Corridors element, which
follows,
--- ,-------------._
Comment [C1301: Formerly Policy 8.3,9
from 'Fransportation Corridors chapter of 1995
Comprehensive Plan,
2„14- ihetall-ihterpfetive-tm, efs-.1hat-desGhtee-the-i4hpfertanee-ef. Comment 1P31]; Delete in favor of the
nx3re specific policy 82,8 from the
evehteref "Transportation Corridors element below,
132t
Provide prominent public art and interpretive markers at highly visible Comment [P321: Policy 8,3,8, moved from
Transportation Corridors element and
locations, explaining the history of the Interurban Trolley, the fargen(Duwamilsh revised
Lliriver, and 1).14wainiiisl tfrn Vp_gg;ld other important buildjpgssites„,
.cyonts,pr.serpons.,„adpeote of-the area-
1.p.3 Establish a process for providing incentives and designating certain structures
as landmarks.
1 .32.11 Include consideration of features that reflect characteristics of Tukwila's history
and cultural diversqy _in the design review of commercial, public, and multiple-
family buildings.
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1,.29.5 Develop and implement plans, projects, and programs to protect and promote
the historical legacy of the Green River Valley and its natural and but
environment,
Ltu ra rsityi
1,3.6 EnGOUr4gg arld ,r`A,UZIP,Q.CLPPITIMItratiararcrrip raPittlArKLPIPa3rErlYirlgaladattAINTOittri09
theilr traditions through cu h,crritaTict ilcatlYtOcga,141.11cadrUaigt:20,
[ItYPISILP.M9LarN..2,rIctrcitYaKthkaaYrglits 152.P2M2DILLtbgt,LIV.,§iclat!,,HALIctrugisiti
r1 3 .. Enlhancetinkages Mill thcLE14)5yrillap Schou° District to recariZe and sujoort the
strermlbs of TukkiDa's rnaRiufinglaard artuaeni bziy,
Implementation Strategies
• Q:IiiJrAlla witILK.ingc.QuElly_, Lan d a r" ks Boa r d
att
• nj# . ikLut JJ.1,1,a-odftwk-El-egri-atio-a-h15_11011C111151QAtata
duignatigru rocedu.reArd_piggrd, „SILittEtLtjla.thg.SSLfiltf5,..CAIL1.tjJBALtQ_h1
'./tithR_S:QM12
..-Stvis,sCerti lied Local (...; °ye rn men t status tof414.4efie-weseiekts1,51skire.
prtaciyaliQnsakwritmoirs.g.5dachutiogiliQst_thatArt_clatently_kno..wn,
auiihethiiexUQbeiti
---A-443,:64-histo-FiE:fweserv4tio-w-pcogfeem
J ilatualaunum lArg.aing_L.7JJ,J J
pammatisulplugratril 11! iltuditoliwa...aulyitits....€446-4.41404,1}Fogfa-Fw3
a-H-(14Fite-Fpf
.qp„,1241oblic a rtitardina,
grofilitt4;i13E!„±diYeEst
at incorporates local historical references,
1•_.....er_QraotsL,pArtausulailKlairm ..Lbelity_ansism .1y_cidltsualatittaitage
groculaautchittitialswi
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Comment [RF33]: Recognizes and
incorporates Strategic Han priorities
I. Comment [RF34]: Strategic Han Goal 5
Et 2
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:aft ttLatLYVAEl$1114) 1.1thitalc,5i1Q. alul
gmcniska,
p_hlk_:plossamith_tliduniginal...nannst5saatitz_ataisaligursaanitygnti,
ciniumglaadlasis,,
thigniatiLipELcultuta1111 MPSItrl11 e.5_110:111„.0.1Y101111CI1 fitAl
0111„Mi55101„iiilitialliMiltYltaMlatatiitg,LakligL1 rSalgillei1 atMellif.c
111 11
cOritinitt.1111cit nhance....thu1 atiargilna.yd1 1 hg....1Asmilalis1 ollliattia
Goal. JPI:oteete4 Paleontological and archteological artifacts and sites
viih.oiltutial awl Na0ve Am e r ea IA ITT EtwLeatd_ilild..piTs UY.e.
iL
ia
In,yentory site§ and acipp,,t linplernentmeasules existirareoulatiops to_epsure_ ,
thaiajQjtoIO cal and, archaeo o ical material§ and site details are
preserved forposterily,
_Ensure that thepotentiallor the existence of paleontological and
a,Ec a pot o glop I sites_ s,p,p ns exe u tad eve I ()pm ent„pt new_ construction
Pf.2ie_OP,
identity_ancIptolect archaeololcalrespurces and culturatly significant§ites
and deyelop inteEpletive„information a.boul-thOathat fosters public
appirepiation of historical traditions and„practices.
City Boundaries
Goal 1.53 ( 'al ad jidentifiable boundaries for Tukwila so that residents,
workers, and visitors know they are entering the City.
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Comment [N35]: This language added at
suggestion of Global to Local and revised by
Planning Commission,
, ..
[ Comment ERF361: Strata PI an C ' 1
.. gic ,oa
5,6,2
Comment LCL37j: This goal and its
supporting policies' have been moved from
. the NafurM Environment chapMr Text has
been modified from 1995 Comprehensive
In Goal 4 6
IIXIIMMI MMIXIMINM 0 MIX1,10,1,..11010,11MY
Comment [P3ti).1 NI the rJacies in this
sedan are implernented through SEPA
review ollor o City, St Me and Federal
regulations
,
Comment cP39]: Modified from Ptlany 4,6 1 i
Comment [P40]: Proposed new policy it=
the Tree SI nd Environment Advisory
Committee,
Comment [P41]; Proposed new Polly 1 43
from the Tree and Environment Advisory
[
Committee,
Comment [RF42]; Incorporates Strategic Plan
priorities
Policies
1„581 bXinoUvophysisal
gateway features er gateways tobe Iocated at freeway off-rarnps and at City
limit lines where they cross major arterial streets; use graphics, orientation
maps, informational signage, lighting, specimen trees, plantings with seasonal
color, artwork, monument forrns, or combinations thereof,
citizensaREi property owners and the neighboring cities of SeaTac, Kent,
:»rand Seattle to develop interlocal agreements
agreeable prOGeSeeS, pv4dn-fortm4ua4Iy
border anomalies,
Implementation Strategies
•
• 18zulzp acut'sti1cu1/(ty graphics pcugsuzthazutprv#em^
ting-pcog
long .
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irtv,,,tatled in tnan-yat:rv,,o,ay features have been
fComment [P44]: This has bE.;en completed-1
[Comment [RF45]: This policy is More of an
implementation strategy, It has been moved
to the "Overall Community linage"
Implementation Strat I,» y section,
Comment [C1461: This policy has been
revised and now is located in the Urban
Forestry section of the Natural Environment
Element, as Policy 4.13 8
Comment [CL47]: Policy 6,1A, moved from
Annexation Element and revised as that
element may be eliminated by 2015, Edited
for clarity.
Comment [RF48): Strategic Plan 5 C.2
Comment [P491: This 'issue has been
moved to the Natural. Envfnmrhent element
ard addressed in Policies 4.131, 4,132,
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spaGe--fet6ivie-fuitatiatiara-4-teativalaraad-seaserta-t-eveilts,-, -4-aGiuderia--some
plaGeariazirct-sit4ase -Eta,s--with--a--aleir-e-tewaal--appealiariaeratas-textufe-ct
pa;4410-0tirig-r-seating,and-pavirtaria,
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Comment' EPSOlt EMoreline goals and
policies have been addressed in the updated
Shoreline Goals arid policies to coordinate
with the new Shoreline Master Program
chatifiir 5 of the Comprehensive Plan,
approved by the Department of Ecology in
October, 2011.
Comment [1351]; This goal and supponing
policies have been moved to the Residential
Neighborhoods element,
Ga rag ..%-i-e-ca-ted4owa-rd--thereiW-er skieef-the
Fron-t--per4-ie& and-6 thet,441-iew-in-ter-en--h-e-t-ween- passing
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4,64-----.--Maintai-e-narrow--street--widt-h-standardF,-enee-fer--on--stmet-padiing.
Comment [P52]. Front yards any snaliower
Man the current. standard vvould riot ,
accommodate a car parked in the dilveviray,
Comment [P53]: Porches can he closer to
the street than Me main house (18,10,060),
fence height is limited along street frontages
(1850,070)
4 .6 3 Requireeidewalks-for r iiow -residential-dev -irent- Provide Comment [P54): Sidewalks are not
required for existing lots or shod plats of 4 or
6-idewa4ks -Of streets-in-wdsting residential- developments, fewer lots.
Ig-lhe--rig41--of--way-of-major-resielentia4-stre
reg appropriate speeiesT
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Comment [1:055)i This is included in the
Multi-Family Design Guidelines
[
Comnient [P56]: Pionessory units are
permitted per 18,10.030 2„ Mit deSign review
is not required.
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SifaW ViSitlia,-and, add value to the corn ni 1.1 n i ty.and
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uses.
Policies
L4 H tt4pe-desifftrev4ew.fec-sigtliti8acitcrner4a1-deve4opment,
Ezilacgtihaffirove-the pedestrian environment with street improvements that
include curbs, sidewalks or trails, and regularly spaced street reeS.
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cfisricts wfth Redesffian orionIted !armnitiosi
1 ,6 ,38,6 As major new development or redevelopment occurs, require through-block
pedestrian connections that follow adopted lguidelinesi.
1 ..6 48,8 Encourage facilities and improvements that support transit use in new
development, redevelopment, and street projects.
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1 Comment [P57]: this is in the existing code '
but has proven to he very difficult to enforce
Comment [CL58]: Policy language
revised/updated to reflect City's focus on
economic development and implementation
of the Urban Center and Walk and Poll Plans.
Comment [P59j: This policy is not needed,
as design review isreguire.d for many
commercial developments per TMC 18.60„
maiiliornlun Rommammomamanmurammw'
Comment (P601: Policy 8,1,1, moved 1 rom
Transportation Corridor element
.----...------......,...,„—..,,...,..—
Comment [CL61]: Changed "Improve to
'Enhance since "improve is used again in the
sentence,
[
Comment [P62]: Moved from
Transportation Corridor element in 2013
update, proposed for deletion as this is
addressed by policy 13,2 5,
Comment [CL63): The original language of
this col ey is obsolete as it is implemented
through Public Works adopted street
standards. The new wording better reflects
the goal for how the urban area looks,
Comment [CL64]: Policies 1.6.3 and 1.6.4
are currently policies 1,8.5 and 1.8,8 and
have been moved from the 'Transportation
Corridors' section of this chapter,
adoquate-parking-anctlighting.
4,-71,411------Roctuire-feneing-fand-laodsoape-bofters-b en- commeroial and -res
Implementation Strategies
Encourage "welcome signs" and information kiosks,
e ve imp me nt $ n d a rds„„ttipp„ortalLinusisaYA
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“ a -000lde in a ropriate commercial districts,
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ineorporaliee-lato-4114e-ovecall-clesigeof-eitosa-nd-Oti4leing000d-scireened-frore
Encourctgp the developrinent of corridor for aiporrits,ixidie ensuring
Jo design design guidelines to encourage compatible location and
configuration of buildings -parking„recreatipn areas and pedestrian
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Comment [P65] : -rms. is required per M
18,56,18,52,085
tComment [P661: Thie it required Pet IMO,
,
1852,020
Comment [CL67]: The text of existing goal
(formerly 1 8) has been completely revised.
Corinment 1P68]: This policy fangPage
revISed to reflect that Tolwiilla's conunercial
districts =nerdy allow a mix of usee,
[
Comment [P69]: Moved from
Transportation Corridors
Comment [CL70]: Deleted - this more of a
design review guideline not policy,
[Comment [CL71.]: This policy is tormedy
Policy 8,1,8, moved from Transportation
Corridors chapter of the 1995 Comprehensive
Plan,
Comment [CL72]; Policy language modified
from existing text,
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of -Gefliffiefeial
1��8.06 landscaping
both along street frontages and within parking lotsl-ilitsm neyetgogiginit and
iecievolopruent who; the buildings are not brought up to the back of sidowaik„
Comment [P73): Duplicates porety above,
---
which wa,e moved from Transportatkrn
Comment [P741: This policy has bet)ri
---
deleted as the sign code. has been rewritten
and provides rnech,anisrns for removal' of non-
conforming signs,
Comment (CL75]: Existing F'oticy 1.8 (3,
--- Comment [RF771: Poky 1...87 split into two
language modified.
1�„5877 k weather
protection, see-through glass, and distinctive rooflinesinnewandredeveloped
faoades adjacent-1e s000ndairyistreets of -pedestrian paths;
1incoqpongejnVamsting and pedestrian-friendly features
.
1.7,8 Require that sites have adequate ligNing and are desjgned using crime
fecluctipmindiptes to increase safety„
179Seek opporlunities to integrate public art into public irnprovernent
lemm ntatio
Policies
1,„,„"ll'&.-44,30Develep Maintain x/revjse parking standards so that they are-(1)
are ufficient to meet typical daily demand, (2) reflect any significant shifts in
transit usag (3) encourage shared parking betweon mixed
uses and sites, a*4(4) accommodate cafisharing ooportimitiesi and U5)
dlowieet*dee off-site parking when hmPeo#e djaoentuoenare Lnoteffen\ed.
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Comment [CL76]: Language modified from
existing Policy 1.8,7. Existing Policy 1,87 ;
I also has' been split into two policies,
Comment Policy 8.1.13, |
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Comment [CL79]: This new goal and
p�n�
revisions to the City's parking standards to
reflect new research and thinking rig'
sized parking'.
, Comment [P801: L `-~---~'
11000jA80010,0€ *fain, and_p_ehotgallyseyisreSet standards for bicycle parking.
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dormation and V inks about heatlay_batirtgLacliye_ityinsandjbtatbdIapk2a;
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and beveruc ?,s in City_pu0LoigLiams and faciVities to ploiervoto healthy eating habits„
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Transportation Cotddors
Comment [R882] Addressing this topic
was requested by the Tukwila City Council
Mein the 2,013 Comp Plan review and
identified as important in the Connunity
COMIersati ons. This section is also added to
reflect the focus on healthy living and fond
rleaCeSS that is expressed in Puget Saund
Regional Council's Vision 2040/tAullh*yerify
Planning policies and Km King County
Planning Policies,
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Comment [P833: These duplicate the more
detailed Is and policies in the Soutricenter
etement
Comment [CUM]: Addressed in the new
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element
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Comment [NG851: Moved 102.9 and i:ts
implementation strategies tram the
Southcanter element
COMMENT LETTERS
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Carol Lumb
From: Skye Schell <sscheU@fmrtere,org>
Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 5:08 PM
To: Carn|Lunnb
Co: A|maVU|egas
Subject: RE: Food Access Policies
Attachments: Forterra G2L Tukwila food policy comments.pdf
Hi Carol,
Thanks for sending the documents out, and for the opportunity to comment. I checked in with Alma at Global to Local,
since we had worked together on getting input about these topics in the Community Connectors survey and the
Community Conversation with the City. Overafl it looks great.
We have a few suggestions to make them even more effective and inclusive — please see our attached comments. Feel
free to contact either me or Alma with any questions.
What time will the hearing be on the 26th?
Thanks,
Skye
From: Carol Lumb[nnxiltm:Cmnd.LumbTukxvlaVVA.gov}
Sent: Thursday May 29, 2014 6:01 PM
To: Skye Schell
Subject: Food Access Policies
Hi Skye,
As promised a couple weeks ago, I am sending along a draft of our Comprehensive Plan chapter that addresses food
access — the policies are fourid on the next to Iast page of the chapter. 1 would appreciate it if you could send this to the
South Kirig County Food group. The City's Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on these policies June 26th —
comments may be sent directly to the Planning Commission by COB 6/26 or, preferably, to me by June 15th so we can
address the comments prior to the hearing and provide that information to the Planning Commission as part of their
hearing packets.
I will find the Parks, Recreation and Open Space chapter and send that along as well.
Thanks,
Carol
Carol Lprnb, Senior Planner
Department uy Community Development
City of Tukwila
6300 Souc6center Blvd, Suite }D0
Tukwila, WA 98188
206-171-3661
Canz1lon/b@Ju6~ula Wa.go v
Carol Lumb
Senior Planner
City of Tukwila
June 16, 2014
Dear Carol,
T&R
CREATING GREAT COMMUNITIES
fld(ONSERVING GREAT LANDS
Thank you for the opportunity tocommentonTukwila'o2015ConnprehensiveP1amuodatesreoer6in8
food access. Tukwila currently suffers from highly unequal health outcomes in comparison to the rest
of King County. Increasing access to healthy, affordable and culturally-appropriate food is a central
strategy for Global to Local, and supporting food access and economic development through farming
is also an important component to Forterra's mission and the Cascade Agenda.
Forterra and Global to Local have enjoyed worWngwiththeChvontwmrecentpr jects to engage
TukwUa's diverse communities in the comprehensive plan updates: es: a Community Connectors survey
with Latino, Bunnese, Somali and Eritrean (Arabic- and Amharicspeaking) residents, and the March 6th
"Community Conversation" with over 130 residents in eight languages. Access to healthy food was
one of the highest priorities we heard in both projects.
We have reviewed the draft "Community Image and Identity" and "Parks, Recreation and Open
Space" elements. We are glad to see that many of the community's suggestions have been included in
the updates, such as supporting a farmers° market and additional urban agriculture such as community
gardens (PROS Goal 6, Community Image 1.Y.2), and continuing the Community Connectors program
(Community Image — Cultural Diversity).
We offer the foliowing suggestions to make those policios even more effective
1. Add "culturally appropriate" to "healthy" when discussing the food goal, throughout the
document.
a. E.g.: "Goal 1.X A healthy community where active living and access to affordable,
culturafly-appropriate and nutritious food is available to all."
2. Specifically describe examples of culturafly-appropriate food in relation to food provided at
City or school programs.
a. E.g.: "1.X.3 Provide healthy and culturally-appropriate (e.g. Halal, non-pork,
vegetarian) food and beverages in City programs and facilities ..."
�
Address expired food at the Food Pantry — we heard from the surveys that expired food
discourages community members in accessing the Food Pantry. (See 1 .Y.3.)
4. Include communication to diverse communities and language groups as a priority.
a. E.g.: "1.X.2 Develop and implement a communication plan and Healthy Tukwila
site w�h|nfornnationand Unksabout healthy eating, active living and related topics —
including strategies for reaching communities who do not speak English oruse
computers (e.g. transjated written as well as verbal)."
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Support urban-agriculture-based economic develo t through cottage food sales.
a. E.g.: "Promote farmers markets, farmstands, comrnunity supported agriculture drop
off sites, community gardens, school gardens, home gardens, cottage food businesses
and urban farms" (1.Y Implementation Strategies)
We would be more than happy to share further reflections about the documents or to discuss how best
to engage our communities in the update. Again, thanks for your time and outreach.
Skye e ^� � Alma leoas
Co nity Projects Director Director of Community Programs
Forterra Global toLocal
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Caro u b
From:
Sent:
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Subject:
Attachments:
Kara Martin <kara@urbanfoodlink.com>
Thursday, June 05, 2014 12:36 PM
Carol Lum|; Jack Pace
Evie Boykan; Brandon Miles; ioyce Trantna; Tammy Morales
Food innovation district comp plan recommendations
FIOCompP/anRecsTukwi|a.pdf
Hello everyone- on behalf of the SeaTac-Tukwila Food Innovation Network, I would like to share the steering
committee's recommendations for the city's comprehensive plan update. Attached is a memo providing a brief
background of the initiative and potential policies that could support the work.
Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
Thanks, Kara
Kara Martin, MUP
Prindpa| | Director ofRegiona{ Food Planning E. Po|icy
22O 2nd AvenucS,#20l
Seatt|eVVA 98104
205,850,2877
Connect with usmnZyvjtle.l and �loo;cootoLlooko!
MEMO
To: Jack Pace and Carol Lumb, City of Tukwila
Department of Community Development
From: SeaTac - Tukwila Food Innovation Network
Date: June 5, 2014
tte: Comprehensive plan recommendations
The SeaTac- Tukwila Food Innovation Network ( "Network ") is a collaborative
effort to increase food sector entrepreneurship and workforce development
in the SeaTac and Tukwila communities. Network members include
community organizations, businesses, education institutions and local
governments. The Network's key strategy is to develop a Food Innovation
District in the SeaTac - Tukwila area. This memo provides background on the
effort and recommendations for the cities' comprehensive plans that can
help move the effort forward.
SeaTac and Tukwila have twice as many people (39 %) living below the
federal poverty line and higher mortality rates than the rest of King County,
with over 90% of students on free and /or reduced lunch. This community
Tacks access to healthy food; obesity affects a quarter of the residents. The
population experiences 1.5 times the number of diabetes- related deaths as
compared to the County average, and 1.2 times the rate of heart disease. In
2010, to better understand the needs and assets of the local community,
Global to Local conducted an in -depth assessment in the cities and
identified limited economic opportunities as a core issue.
The food industry offers a ready entry point for enterprise development and
job training, as well as access to healthy foods. Community demand and
interest in food sector development has been demonstrated through local
community projects such as Healthy Food Here, a healthy retail project
working with local business owners, Project Feast's training program, and
Global to Local's ongoing community engagement.
The Network has identified the creation of a food innovation district as a key
strategy. A food innovation district is geographic concentration of food -
oriented businesses, services, and community activities. Potential facilities
and programming include training opportunities for the community, as well
as an accessible entry point for entrepreneurs with limited access to capital.
Allowing a range of uses such as farmers' markets, smaller -scale food
processors and wholesalers, commissary kitchens, retailers, restaurants and
other related businesses to co- locate promotes food business growth by
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more effectively attracting buyers and spurring mutually supportive business networks. Zoning and and
uses policies related to the district would need to consider how food processing, wholesaling and
distribution facilities and commercial uses should be designed and co- located.
Recommendations:
The comprehensive plans goals and policies below could provide the necessary framework to ensure the
establishment of a vibrant district in the community:
Goal 1: To create an environment that spurs local food sector development and opportunities for
economic self- sufficiency.
Policy 1: Establish development regulations that allow for a mixed -use district that allows food -
related activities such as retail, processing, distribution, and urban agriculture production.
Policy 2: Support the development of a facility for food - related workforce development and
entrepreneurship training.
Policy 3: Coordinate with SeaTac- Tukwila Food Innovation Network to promote district
development and related programming and facilities.
Policy 4: Forge public - private sector partnership in development of a food - related workforce
development and business incubator training facility.
The Network's steering committee believes the recommendations above will support this public - private
sector initiative to address health and income disparities and facilitate growth in the local food sector.
These changes can help create jobs and support small business development opportunities in the SeaTac
and Tukwila communities. In addition to the recommendations above, the Network supports the adoption
of the broader food access policies proposed for the Community Image and Identity and Parks,
Recreation and Open Space chapters.
On behalf of the Network's steering committee, thank you for consideration of the recommended goals
and policies outlined above. Please contact our project coordinators Kara Martin
(tiara@ urbanfoodlink.com; 206 -850 -2877) and Tammy Morales (tammyOurbanfocidlink.com. 206 -396-
1276) of Urban Food Link if you have any questions or would like to discuss further.
Thank you,
Kara Martin Tammy Morales
Principal I Director of Policy and Planning Principal I Strategic Director for Food Systems Prosperity
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Carol Lumb
From: Kara Martin <kara @urbanfoodlink.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2014 1:47 PM
To: Carol Lumb
Subject: RE: [SKFood] FW: Food Access Policies
Hi Carol- the food access policies look great! I really had the food innovation district in the back my mind in reading this.
Couple thoughts in regards to that- in the issues discussion, perhaps mentioning the launch of the FIN that would
support and expand efforts such as Project Feast. Global to Local also has been doing outreach showing community
interest in developing skills / opening businesses in the food sector. Also, perhaps, referencing the economic
development element as another element with healthy living policies (this assumes some of the recommendations we
sent move forward and where they would be placed).
In regards to the policies, only a couple things caught my eye:
• Policy 1Y1- inserting "healthy" before food purveyors... to not encourage fast food restaurants, convenience
stores, etc.
• Implementation strategies for 1Y- the city could encourage or promote farmers markets, farmstands, etc. to
accept WIC/ SNAP (food stamp) benefits and "Double Your Bucks" programs- I think this helps address the
affordability issue. Another potential 1Y strategy that I've seen others put in their plans is addressing regulatory
barriers (for urban ag, farmers markets, etc.) and revising development code. Probably depends on how explicit
you need to be. (And now just saw this is done for urban ag in the Parks element O)/
Let me know if you have any questions on the above. Great work! Very exciting! Kara
From: south - king- foodOgooglegroups.com f mailto: south - king - food @googlegroups.coml On Behalf Of Skye Schell
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2014 10:52 AM
To: south - king- foodOgooglegroups.com
Cc: carol.lumbCa�tukwilawa.gov
Subject: [SKFood] FW: Food Access Policies
Hi South King Food folks,
I'm passing on the Tukwila comp plan info from Carol, as promised at our last meeting. Thanks, Carol!
Skye
From: Carol Lumb [ mai !to:Carol.Lumb@TukwilaWA.gov]
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2014 6:01 PM
To: Skye Schell
Subject: Food Access Policies
Hi Skye,
As promised a couple weeks ago, I am sending along a draft of our Comprehensive Plan chapter that addresses food
access — the policies are found on the next to last page of the chapter. I would appreciate it if you could send this to the
South King County Food group. The City's Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on these policies June 26"' —
comments may be sent directly to the Planning Commission by COB 6/26 or, preferably, to me by June 15th so we can
address the comments prior to the hearing and provide that information to the Planning Commission as part of their
hearing packets.
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1 will find the Parks, Recreation and Open Space chapter and send that along as well.
Thanks,
Carol
Carol Lamb, Senior Planner
Department of Community Development
City of Tukwila
6300 Southcenter Blvd, Suite 100
Tukwila, WA 98188
206- 431 -3661
CarolLumbcTukwila Wa.gov
Tukwila, the City of opportunity, the community of choice.
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HEARING COMMENTS
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CITY OF TUKWILA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
JUNE 26, 2014
Suggested language recommendations for Comp Plan Updates: Community Image, Parks, Recreation and Open
Space and Roles and Responsibilities
In the spring of 2014, Global to Local and Forterra in partnership with the city participated in a pilot program
called Community Connector to reach out to typically underrepresented populations residing in Tukwila and
engage them in a community conversation and field survey on a wide range of topics pertaining to Tukwila
International Blvd including safety, food access, business development, residential living and their overall
experiences living in Tukwila.
Based on the input received from the community during this process it is our recommendation for the Planning
Commission to consider adding the below language to its Comprehensive Plan and build on the City's
investment toward providing more authentic and genuine community engagement and further develop and
foster sustainable relationships with its diverse residents.
PROPOSED COM TY IMAGE AND IDENTITY
Recommended Language:
Cultural Diversity Section - Page 79, Second Paragraph
..."This desire will be carried forward in the Comprehensive Plan through goals and policies which promote
robust outreach on the Comprehensive Plan activity and other City actions to the entire community including a
culturally appropriate and language-specific tipproach that engages all members o/ its population,"
...This engagement involved talking with the City's diverse residents via culturally and language-specific
Community Connectors' svho helped residents identify the, issues most important to them and to ensure diverse
views were represented... "
Cultural Diversity Section -- Page 79 Last Paragraph
Modify last sentence to say „'The City will ,ontinue to e„xplore ways to engage all citizens in its planning
process, such as recent work done with Forterra and Global 10 Local to establish 'Community Connectors,"
Goals & Policies — Overall Community Image
Page 85 - Policies
1.1.2 Encourage the creation of locations and facilities where residents of all ages and cultures can gather for
activities and events, such as parades and .festivals that are representative of the City's diverse population.
Page 87 - Policies
Add Policy
.2.4 Actively promote authentic community engagement that egqes e City diverse population via non-
traditional methods such as the C"ommunity Connector Program.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND CULTURAL A. NESS
Cultural Diversity
Page 90 — Bullet 10
Expand the linguistic and cultural competencies of City staff, conimissions and other city representative groups
through training and hiring
CITY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication. and Engagement
Page 145 - Implementation Strategies
Expand the linguistic and cultural competencies of City staff, commissions and other city representative .,?..roups
through training and hiring
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ECONOMIC DEVETIOPMENT
PURPOSE
The overriding goal of this clement is the enhancernent of the communiiys ec0000hic well-
being„ Through a series of policy recommendations, the Economic Development Element.
identifies a means of stimulating economic improvement for business and the community
asnwhole. It Iays out a direction and strategies for dealing with economic variables and
adjusting to ec000miC forces that cannot be preclicted or controlled. It 15 a key component
to the integration of all elements of the Comprehensive Plan, suggesting ways in which the
City and its partners can use effective economic strategies in order to achieve the goals of
the Plan.
There are three primary ways in which local. econ.ornic activity can be affected;
• Land use and utility planning that determine, within the local infrastructure, the
siace available for residential and nonresidential development
• Directly or indirectly influencing private-sector decisions asWlocation,
operation, and development nf business real estate
• Helping coordinate public and private sector efforts to enhance the
employability and job progression
fhe our City's
economic well-being. This approach can be summarized as follows
• Sustain moderat growth.
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• Provide efficient and timely administration uf City services
The following are activities that the City emphasizes in order to accomplish the City's
economic development goals:
• Respond tv specific requests for assistance from local firms
"▪ .;unymrt the development of curren and new miriority and veteran n owned and
run businesses
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• Emphasize business development to ellcourage existing businesses to expand
• Maintain public works and utilities xn the City's infrastructure can meet both
existing and future needs v[ the economic sector
= :.3upport job enhancement programs to incivase residents' iuppox't job enharicernent prograrns to mci ease residents' employability through
coordination of private and public sector activities
The following inT potential tools available to the City to enhance economic development in
the City:
• industrial revenue honcls for certain areas
• Multi-family property tax exemption.
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'l'argeted government aiid private resources
'T'argeted Iocal, siate, and federal funds
• Use of infrastructure investment to attract new firms ancl clevelopment to
designated areas
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• Lodging tax for tourism promotion
|n this way, ocaI government can play an irnportant mb in the economic vitality ofthe
community. The pobictes deveboped in this element are aimed at implementing that role.
The following statistics may be useful in setting .t.he background for the economic
development policies. ioZ00]' the population nf Tukwila was I7.Z7U; estimated 2011
population was I9'05U. 'b'he City's daytime population is estimated between 150,000 10
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170'000. Taxes collected iuZUV3 were estimated wbe$Z8„2 hichinucaynd�n
$]978 million by2VlZ.
During the sarne periocl the asse ed valuation of the City grew frorn $3.34 billion to $4.64
billion, bnZUO2 .there were 7,628 housing units; by. Z010 this number increased m7'989
units„
In 2010, the median age ofTukwi!a residents was 336 years; nearly eight percent ofall
citizens were older than 65; ansi 24 percent of the residents were under 18, In 2010,
residcnts of color were 50.1 percent. of the poputation. Foreign-born residentsaccount for
36.2 percent of the population, and over 70 languages are spoken in the Tukwila School
The median household income in the City iu2V10 was $44Z7I and in below King Couot/s
median income vr$66'I74, Adjusting for inflation, Tuhwi|n'x median income fell between
2000 and ZUl0,Tukwi|a'xZ00U adjusted median income (in Z0l0 dollars) was $5J'1Z7.
Thus, real median income io the City fell I6.67 percent from ZV00m3010.
In 2000, 'r'ukwila had nearly iliree times as many johs as it had residents. That number fell
m227iuZ0]0. There were over Z'0OO licensed businesses v[ all types in Tukwila in3VO8.
The lotal numher ofjobs in Tukwila has declined sir ce 2000. |oZO00' the City had
approximately 48,000 jobs. inZUl0' the total number of jobs io the City fell lI.6 percent m
just over 43.U00.
Employment within Tukwila is distributed arnong a nurnber of different sectors. Servicc
composes the largest percentage af jobs with 32 percent of alt jobs.
Manufacturing is next with 25 percent ofjohs in the City. |nl991'56 percent vf all jobs in
the City were related to nianufacturing. In 2002, the number ofjobs in manufacturing
dropped to 28 percent. Manufacturing continues to decrease iri the City. This trend likely
reflects the diminished presence of jobs with Boeing and other manufacturing firms in the
City's industrial areas.
Retail accounts for 14 percent ot jobs in Tukwila. Warehousing, Transportation, ansi
Utilities make up 12 percent.
While Tukwila remains a strong anr cmrvfcnnsvmcrrpcoding,UeCkyhao,xpch,ncrda
significant reduction in taxable retail sales, once adjustments are made for inflation. When
adjusted for inflation, taxable retail sales in 2010 were lower than any time within the
previous 15 years. The City's sales tax decline hegan to occur roughly around the late
1990,. Competition for retail sales among regional retail center has grown stronger over
the Iast ten years.
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Current and existing economic trends provide a variety of complex issues for economic
devetoprnent in the City ofTukwila:
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• Provide access to the regional highway, transit and air transportation system in
a way that does not handicap local property development and redevelopment
efforts
Is Explore possible City actions to increase the median income of 'hulcwila's
residents, includingsimport for entrepreneurship, small business startups, and
vocational training, iparticularly among low income or low English proficiency
communitie
* Establish coordinated transit hubs throughout the City including, but not limited
to the Southcenter Area, Tukwila South, Tukwila International Boulevard,
Interurban Avenue South, and the Manufacturing Industrial Center that
efficiently mix modes of travel and stimulate development of real estate
a ssoci Led with transportation facilitiest
* Study and understand the factors causing the inflation-adjusted reduction in the
City's overall taxable retail sales.
• Support further enhancement of commercial and residential areas in the City's
neighborhoods
▪ losia environmental emediation [(brownfield cleanup),Iland conversion and
redevelopment in the Manufacturing industrial Center (M IC) and Interurban
Avenue areas
• Increase development, intensity, and the diversity of uses in the Southcenter
area, including the development of housing and entertainment
• Develop policies, programs, projects and plans that include input from diverse
groups within the residential and business community using innovative
engagement models such as the Community Connector Program.]
* Seek opportunities to join other organizational entities to accomplish effective
public-private partnerships to promote economic development in the City
• Enhance regional recognition of Tukwila as an economic hub, promoting the
success and diversity of its businesses and focusing 00 its positive business
climate.
* Explore strategies to maintain a favorable and diverse tax base to support the
needs of our daytime and nighttime populations
• Meet the needs of our residential neighborhoods while maintaining the
economic health of our business community
a Ensure that adequate public services are in place to support existing and
proposed commercial, mixed use and industrial developments
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Fund, infrastructure and services by maintaining a solvent and diversified
revenue stream
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Policies
ZJJ Dcvctup the tonis needc'd 10 improve the economic development climate.
ZlZ Strengthen Tukwila's engagement and partnership with other jurisdictions,
educational institutions, agencies, economic development organizations, and local
business assOciations 10 ericourage business creaiion, reiention and growth, arid
irnplemcnt interlocal and regional strategies.
%l] Expand access tuquality, bca|dy. affordable and culturally appropriate
groceries for Tukwila residents.
2.1.4 Monitor City actions 01111 impacts 011 tlie Iocal econorny and review eCOflOIfliC
developrnent incentives for all sizes of busincsses.
2l5 Continue tc) fund econon ic developrrient staff to serve as a single contact point
and information source for the husiness commuriity.
2,1.6 Leverage capital irnprovernent funds 10 encourage in-fill, land assemhly,
redevelopment, and land conversion for family-wage jobs, but only if concurrent
with substanlial private actions.
2.1.7 Partner with the private sector to fund infrastructure as part of a sub-area plan to
encourage redevelopment and as an inducernent 10 convert outdated and
underutilized land and buildings to high-valued and/or appropriate land uses.
2.1.8 Consider nonfinancial ways (such as brokering and interlocal agreements) to
assist industrial land owners to comply with state and federal government
environmental remediation requirements.
2,1.9 Corisider a public-private partnership 10 examine creating a srnall business
incubator space 111 the City.
2l1,0 lrnprove Tukwila' s irnage, participation, and influence in regional forums,
especially thosc that influerice Tukwila' s future and interests.
Z.l]l Prornote understariding of the interdependencies and mutual interests among
Tukwila businesses, residents and the City ofTukwila.
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■ Develop a freight mobility plan that addresses the efficient and sate movement
of freight in the City, while also ensuring that impacts to adjacent land uses are
reduced and, where possible, eliminated
■ Zoning regulations that facilitate camrnercial in -fill development and
redevelopment consistent with the Comprehensive Plan vision
■ 'Take joint owner - City - regulatory agency environmental remediation actions to
facilitate brownfield redevelopment and in -fill
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• Encourage redevelopment through an informed business and real estate
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• Support collaborative marketing initiatives with businesses
• Partner with a broad range of non-profits, lbusnesses and public sector agencies
to develop a facility for food-related workforce development and
entrepreneurship training
• Support environmentally sustainable practices by offering energy and resource
conservation and solid waste and energy reduction assistance programs for
businesses, property owners and managers.
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▪ Support business skills training for entrepreneurs and small 'businesses through
partnerships with universities, colleges, community colleges, community-based
organizations and other third parties.
le Support the food economy, including production, processing, .wholesaling and
distribution, as a means to provide job training, employment opportunities and
increased access to healthy food for the diverse community
• Support public/private partnerships to enhance existing and future business
activity in the Urban Center
• ork with local chambers of commerce on business retention, business
development, outreach and joint efforts to promote the City.i
• .Collaborate with local school districts to improve the educational opportunities
for Tukwila school children:
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STRIKETHROUGH
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DEVET ���� ECONOMIC /«��MENT
PURPOSE
71The overriding goal of this element is the enhancement of the community's economic well-
being. Through a series of policy recommendations, the Economic Development Element
identifies a means of stimulating economic improvement for business and the community
as a whole. It lays out a direction and strategies for dealing with economic variahtes and
adjusting to eronomic forces that cannot be predictecl or controlted, It is a key coriiponent
to the integration of all elements of the Comprehensive Plan, suggesting ways in which the
City and its partners can use effective economic strategies in order to achieve the goals of
the Plan.
There are three primary ways in which local economic activity can be affected:
• Land use and utility planning that determine, within the local infrastructure, the
space available for residential and nonresidential development
�
Directly vr indirectly influencing private-sector decisions psmlocation,
operation, and development vf business real estate
• Helping coordinate public ancl private sector efforts to enhance the
employability and job progression of the residential populatioM
The Economic Development Element presents a focused 'improach to enhandng our City's
economic well-being, This approach can be summarized as follOWS
� Sustain rnocteratc growth
• Target high salary industries
• limprove ittislawauri..the opportunities for educationi,IMSItaling and lob
acquisition for Tukwila residents1
• Provide rapacity to meet Tukwilas ernptoyrncnt targets m set hythe
Countywide Planning Policies
• Encourage growt into certaln arcas through the use of zutilrig and
developmental regulations
• Encourage the retention and growth of existing local firms
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• Encourage entrepreneurs,„1901.1iLarilips, om6smml-1-b
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• Provide efficient and timely administration of City services
The fuIlo'ing ar.' activities that thc City ctnpi in order to acconiplish tlic City's
economic development goals:
•___R,spoudto specific mquruts for assistance from local firms
•
• Emphasize business development m encourage existing businesses *cxpand
•
MaimahnpubUnwn�sand uWiduoxvV`: City's iobaonucmocan meet both
existing and future needs of the economic sector
" SuppOrt jOti enbaocetnent programs to fri.O.'pan residents' employabitythrough
"f he following are potential .tools available to the City to enha.nce economic development in
the City:
• Industrial revenue bonds for certain areas
• Multi-family property tax exemption
• Targeted government and private resources
� Targeted Iocal, state, and fecleral funds
• Use of infrastructure investment to attract new firrns and development to
designated areas
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Timely, predictable customer 'ndcntedpocmbdogaodCityscnims
• Lodging tax for .1:purism promotion
fconornit Settin
In this way, Iocal goverrirnent can play an irnportant role in the economic vitality ofthe
cvmmvnity. The policies developed in this element are ainied at implementing that role.
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"[Comment I smq Language added to
reflect Me &toting that ig occurring in the
City's sales tax market shore,
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use policies,
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Comment [Win]: This section was
completely updated with new data,
The Kol|uwdngstatistics may bo useful iu setting the background for the covooxd,
development policies. In 200:3, the population of Tukwila was 17,270; estimated 2011
population was l9'O50. The City's sitytim population is estimated between 1 50,000 to
170'008, Taxes collected iri 2003 were estimated to be $28.2 milliori, which increased to
$3978 million hy20IZ.
During the sarne pertod the assessed valuation of the City grew from $3.]40 billion m
$4.64 billion. In3V02 there were 7.628 housing units; hyZ01V this "umhcr increased w
7.989 units.
n 2010, the rnedian age of Tukwila residents was 33.6 years; nearly cight percent of all
citizens were older than 65; and 24 percent ofthe residents were under 18. In 2010,
resicients of color were 50.1 percent of the population. Foreign-born residents account for
36,2 percent of the population, and over 70 languages are spoken in the Tukwila School
District.
The median household income in the City in 2010 was $44,271 and is below King County's
median income v{$66.I7*. Adjusting for inflation, Txk*i|a'n median income fell between
2000 and Z01O.7ukwi|a'sZ000 adjusted median income (in Z0lO dollars' was $53'lZ7.
Thus, real median income in the City fell l6.67 percent from Z000w20IO.
In 2000, Tukwila had nearly three times as many jobs as it had residents. That nurnher fell
to 2.27 in 2010. There wer over 2,000 licensed businesses of all types in Tukwila inZOV0.
The total nurnber ofjobs in Tukwila has declinecl since 2000. in 2000, the City had
approximately 48,000 jobs. ln2Ol0. the total number uf jobs io the City fell ll0 percent tu
just over f3.UU0.
Employment within Tukwila is distributed among a number of different sectors. Service
composes the largest percentage of jobs with 32 percent of alt jobs.
Manufacturing is next with 25 percent ofjobs in the City. |vl99l'56 percent v[ all jobs in
the City were related to manufacturing. |o2002' the number ofiuhs in manufacturing
dropped to 28 percent. Manufacturing continues to decrease in the City. This trend likely
reflects the diminished presence of jobs with Boeing and other manufacturing firms in the
City's industrial areas.
Retail account for I4 percent nf jobs b` Tukwila. Warehousing, Transportation, and
UUlities make up 12 percent.
While Tukwila remains a strong attractor of consumer spending, the City has experienced a
significant reduction in taxable retail sales, once adjustments are made for inflation. When
adjusted for inflation, taxable retail sales in 2010 were lower than any time within the
previous 15 years. The City's sales tax decline hegan to occur roughly around the late
1990s. Competition for retail sales among regional retail center has grown stronger over
the last ten years.
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ISSUES
Current and existing economic trends provide a variety of complex issues for economic
development io the City ofTukwila:
•
Provide access to the regiotia! highway, transit and air trarisportation system in
m way that does not handicap local property development and redevelopment
efforts
• Explore possible City actions tu increase the median (nromcor7okwi|a'`
rusid,nts, including swppnn for entrepreneurship, small business startups, and
vnrohnua|/miuiu
Tulkw-i4,1,1-rbauk;eallef-that efficiently mix modes of travel and stimulate
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Study and understand the factors causing the inflation-adjusted reduction in the
City's overall taxable retail sales.
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• Support further enhancement of commercial and residential areas iuthe
LitY ,ighborhondo
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Foster environmental nmodiado land Conversion and
redevelopment in the Manufacturing Industrial Center (MIC) and Interurban
Avenue areas
• increase development, irmtensily, and the diversity of USeS in the SoLlthcentcr
area, mciuding the deveiopment. of housing and entertainrnent
• Develop policies, programs, projects and plans that indudciupuzbnm diverse
groups within the residential and buoioc,xcommuo
• 3cck opportunities m join other organizational entities w accomplish effective
pubhc-private partnerships to promote econornic deveiopment 111 the City
• Enhance regional recognition f Tukwila axao economic hub, promoting ilk
ts businesses and focusing on its positive business
• Explore strategies m maintain ofavorable and cliverse tax base 10 support the
needs of our daytime and nighttime populations
• Meei the needs of our residcntiai neighborhoods while maintainirlg the
economic bm|tbor our business comm"uity
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= Ensure that acicquate public services are in ilace t() Support existing and
proposed commercial, mixed use and industrial developments
Fund infrastructure and services by maintaining a solvent and diversified
revenue stream
GOALS AND POLICIES
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Community Well-Being
Goal 2.1 Tukwila has a strong role asa regional business and employment ' uted
allovvs it to enhance and promote the COmmUflitys we1Iheing.
Policies
3
Zll Develop the tools needed to rnprove the economic development climate,
%lZ Strengthen Tukwila's engagement arid partnership with other jurisdictions,
educational institutions, agencies, economic development organizations, and local
business associations to encourage businesssteation, retention and growth, and
irnpleirient interlocal and regional strategies.
2,1.3 Expand access mquality, s and
groceries for Tukwila residents,
2,1.1 Monitor Gity actions and impacts on the Iocal economy and revicw econoinic
developrnent incentives for alt SiZes of businesses
2.1.5 Continue to fiind cconomic developrnent staff i.o serve as a sirigle contact point
and information source for the busir ess community.
2J6 Leverage capital improvemerit funds to encourage in-fill, land assembly,
redevelopment, and land conversion for family-wage jobs, but only if concurrent
with substantial private actions
2l7 Partner with the private sector to fund infrastructure as part of a sub-area plan to
encourge redeveloprnent and as an iriducement to convcrt outdated and
underutilized land and buildings to high-valued and/or appropriate land uses,
2l.8 Consider nonfinancial ways (such as brokering ancl iriterlocal agreemeuts) to
assist industrial land owriers to CornpIy with state and federal governrnerit
environmental ccmodinhonrc«uircmcms.
21246 Consider a public-private partnership tn examine creating m small business
incuhator space in the City
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2.1.1))4, Improve Tukwila s image, participation, and influence in regional forums,
especially those that influence Tukwila' s future and interests.
2.1.1 12 Promote understa.ndin.g of the interdependencies and mutual interests among
Tukwila businesses, residents and the City of Inkwih
2.1.1123 Promote an economic climate that supports business formation, expansion and
retention, emphasizing the importance of the City' s entrepreneurs and small
businesses j in creating lobs,.
2.1.13,1 Seek funds from non-City sources for the City tx.) directly 0111 economic
de.velopment.
"11.„1.4A Design and support human service programs, such 215..; partnerships. for interns..
and job training )nlijgheLwage._ln,M),stde.^,; to enhance .the economic well-being of
the City' s residents,.
2.1.154- Promote Tukwila as a regional confl uence of commerce, housing and
entertainment,
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Policy PC-7
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2.1.162. Promote and preserve economic use of industrial lands outside the
Manufacturing Industrial Center (M IC) through appropriate buffeting
requirements and use restrictions.
2.1,173 Include standards in the development regulations for industrial uses that
adequately mitigate potential adverse impacts on surrounding properties and
public facilities and services,
2.1,1±) Actively promote development in the Sou thcenter area by supporting existing
use S, proactively developing programs and incentives to attract new businesses,
investing in infrastructure and public amenities, and encouraging business
owners and developers to invest ill the quality of both the built and natural
environment — comment [BM231: Relocated froth the old
So hduaader Elemehti
Implementation Strategies
• 12galaWianjiglagnalagniagnalkaittatati „ Comment 11310241: Relocated and edited,
* Consider preparing overall area environmental impact statements for the
Interurban/West Valley Highway Corridor and Tukwila International Boulevard
area
• Develop a freight mobility plan that addresses the efficient. and safe movement
of freight in the City, while also ensuring that impacts to adjacent land uses are
reduced and., where possible, eliminated
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a Zoning regulations tha facilitate comrncrcaI in-ffll development and
redevelopment consistent with the Comprehensive PIan vision
• Take joint owner-City-regulatory agency environmental rernediation actions W
facilitate brvwuOc|d redevelopment and in-fill
• Focus public infrastructure investment to provide capacity in areas targeted for
growth
• Create Local Improvement Districts m finance specific transportation anti utility
in-fill improvements
a Identify and eliminate confusing or outdated regulations
=
Encourage redevelopment through an intbimed I:)usiness and real estate
community
Support collaborative marketing initiatives with businesses
• Pa liner with ahrsuct rLangstof n -p rolitsjmsints=inlitymbljoeftor nodes
develop a faci.Iity for food-related workforce
dovHupmnnt and entrepreneurship training
•
Support environrnentally sustainable practices by offering cnergy and resource
conservation and solid waste and energy reduction assis tance programs for
businesses, propert.y owners and managers.
• Encourage businesses to incorporate environmental and social responsibilitiesy
into their rucbcos
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Iricrease comrnunication between the City of Tukwila and Tukwila businesses
_'-_ lf iYSZZIM.BML1A,Y..,efi- _
• Support business skills training for entrepreneurs and small businesses through
partnerships with universitieS, colleges, community co!IegesauDwibid
uz�u"nzaduus,nd other tNrdparties.
• Support the food economy, including production, processing, wholesaling and
distribution, as a rneans to provide job training, employrnent opportun.ities and
increaseci access to heafthy food for the diverse cornmunity
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actIvily in the Urban Lcnter
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COMMENT LETTERS
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To:
From:
Date:
Re:
MEMO
Tukwila Planning Commisson
SeaTac-Tukwila Food Innovation Network
July 24.Z0l4
Economic Development element recommendations
Dear Tukwila Planning Commission:
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the draft
Economic Development element. We are submitting comments on behalf of
the SeaTac-Tukwila Food Innovation Network (^Network,)'a collaborative
effort to increase food sector entrepreneurship and workforce development
in the SeaTac and Tukwila communities, Network members include
community organizations, businesses, education institutions arid ocat
governments. The Network's key strategy is to develop a Food Innovation
District in the SeaTac-Tukwila area anchored by the development of a
workforce training / business incubation facility.
On June 5, 2014 the steering committee submitted a memo to the
Community Development Department that provided background on the
effort and recommendations for the City's Comprehensive PIan to help
move the effort forward. We are excited to see the indusion of the
recommendations in the Economic Development element draft, particularly,
the support of developing a facility for food-related workforce development
and entrepreneurship training.
We also encourage adopting Ianguage in support of the creation of a food
innovation district. Food innovatton districts offer a geographic
concentration of food-oriented businesses and services that local
government supports with planning and economic development initiatives.
We recommend amending the implementation strategy (suggestions in r)
"Support the food economy through a mixed-use district uYfood-related
activities, including production, processing, wholesahng and distribution, as
a means to providejob training, employment opportunities and increased
access to health food for the dwerse community. Or, a second option
includes adding a new strategy such as "Consider establishing a mixed use
district of food-related activities such as retail, processing, distribution and
urban agriculture production."
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SeaTac-Tukwila Food
Innovation Network
ring 4.1n4:1T21).,:r,
Prelet Conract:7
ka �
Below are our other suggested Ianguage recommendations (highlighted n red):
PURPOSE - Page 29- bullet 6
Improve the opportunities for education, s ainin and job acquisition for Tukwila residents
PURPOSE - Page 30 - buliet 2 under activities
Ernphasize business incubtion and development to encourage
growth of local businesses,
POLICIES - Page 33-2.12
Strengthen Tukwila's engagement and partnership with other jurisdictions, educational
institutions, agencies, economic development organizations, and local business associations to
encourage business creation, retention, and growth and implement interlocal and regional
strategies.
POLICIES - Page ]]-2.1.3
Expand access to quality heathy, affordable anti culturally appropriate food and groceries
representative ofTukvml|a's diverse population,
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES - Page 34 - buIet 11
Partner with nen-
=
a broad range of non-profits, businesses, and public
sector agencies to develop a faciUty for food-reated workforce development and
entrepreneurship training.
On behalf of the Network's steering committee, thank you for consideration of the recommendations
outined above. Pease contact our project mordinatorsKamMartin(kara@urbanf4so, i �. ow 206-85O-
2877) and Tammy Morales (tammy b~nf~od|inkgOI2O6'396'1Z76)of Urban Food Link if you have
any questions or would like to discuss further.
Thank you,
Kara Martin
Tammy Morales
Principal Director of Policy and Planning Principal 1 Strategic Director for Food Systems Prosperity
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July 24, 2014
Dear Tukwila P!anning Commissiori and City of Tukwila Planning Staif,
Thank you for the o rt ity t nt on Tukwila's 2015 Co h | Plan updates regarding
the Economic Development chapter. We are impressed with the work that the City has already
completed and based on our recent experience working in Tukwila with its diverse communities we
would like to offer a few recommendations to further emphasize diversity, community engagement
and health. We believe these recommendations support the City's goal of creating a Diverse and
Regionally Competitive Economy as well as cultivating the success of the City's small businesses,
including those owned by refugees, immigrants and non-native English speakers.
Supporting economic development is a central to Global to Local's strategy, and enhancing
opportunities for all types of business owners and entrepreneurs is a key component in Forterra's
mission and the Cascade Agenda. Forterra and Global to Local have enjoyed wnrklngwiththeCitvon
two recent pr 'ectsthatengagedTukxx!a'sd|verseconmmun7tyto|nfprnnthecompnehenskmp|an
updates: a Community Connectors survey with Latino, Burmese, Somali and Eritrean (Arabic- and
Amharic-speaking) residents, and the March 6th "Community Conversation" with over 130 residents in
eight languages. Economic development opportunities, specifically along Tukwila International
Boulevard, were discussed in many of the outreach conversations as well as at the event.
We reviewed the draft "Economic Development" element and are glad to see updates that reflect the
community conversations and the engagement process, such as developing policies and plans with
input from the community (Issues, Page 32, Bullet 7), expanding access to quality food (Ro|ides. Page
33, 2.1.3) and increasing communication between the City of Tukwila and businesses (Implementation
5trateQies, Page 35' Bullet 3).
Based on what we heard from the community as well as our experience with the Community
Connectors e ement p we offer three types of language recommendations:
1. Acknowledging the rich diversity in Tukwila residents and businesses in current bullets and
policies (E.g. PURPOSE, Page 29, Bullet 3), as well as adding additional bu||ets(E.g. PURPOSE
- Page 30) to ensure there is specific support for traditionally under-represented communities.
2. Including community engagement as an important aspect of policy or program development,
where appropriate (E.g. ISSUES, Page 32. Bullet 4).
3. Highlighting the need for hoalt y food or heaFth-oriented practies, as an important component
in economic development (E.g. GOALS AND POLICIES, Page 33, Policy 2.1.3).
You will find m full list of recommended language attached to thls Ietter. We would be more than
happy to share further reflections about the documents or to discuss how bes to engage our
communities in the update. Again, thanks for your time and outreach.
Sincerely,
Skye 5 Alm6ViUeSas
Community Projects Director Director of Community Programs
Forterra Global to Local
CITY OF TUKVVILA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 24, 2014
Recommended Economic Development Language:
PURPOSE - Page 29, Bullet 3
• "Helping coordinate public and private sector efforts to enhance the employability and job progression
of the [diverse] residential population"
PURPOSE - Page 29, Bullet 3 and 7 - The Economic Development Element presents
• "Improve (7, nd prioritizel the opportunities for education and job acquisition for Tukwila rs diverse
residents"
"Encourage entrepreneurs and small businesses [that are representative of the Chys (inverse
opulation]"
PURPOSE - Page 30 - The following are activities that the City emphasis
Add Bullets:
• [Support the develebreent f current and new r linority owned and
n businesses
[Prioritize the development of busin „sses that are 7! esentative of Tukwila's diverse population
[Ex a d eff rts en,„ age with and nderst nd the economic development needs an priorities of
tradts nally under-represented groups in the Tukwila International Boulevard neighborhood via models
such s the Co rnunity Co nectors graij
ISSUES - Page 32, Bullets 1, 4, 7 and 9
• "Explore possible City actions to increase the median income of Tukwila's residents, including support
for entrepreneurship, small business startups, and vocational training particularly among low-income
and limited English proficiency co tmunitiesr
Engage cornmo 'aides living in the Tukwila international oulevard neighborho d to
supp( rt enhancements] efthafteeFfiefft-of commercial and residential areas [, ith an entphass o
co munity drive solutions that support and benefit existi g rsdents and businesses] in-the. tilvoila
"Develop policies, programs, projects and plans that include input from diverse groups within the
residential and business community [, using engagement models such as the Community Connectors
Pr o gra rrd"
"Enhance regional recognition of Tukwila as an economic hub, promoting the success and diversity of]
its businesses and focusing on its positive business climate"
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GOALS AND POLICIES - Community Well-Being - Page 33, Poi 2.1.3
• "2.1.3 Expand access to gucility (healthy, affordable and culturally appropriate) foods and groceries
nese tative of fuk Uas diverse population)
OAL AND POLICIES - Implementation Strategies - Page 35, Bullet 2, 3 and 4
rncourage businesses to incorporate environmental and social responsibility (as well as health orieitteol,
Au liable practices( into their practices"
"Increase communication between the City of Tukwila and Tukwila businesses [using 1, T M nkato n
models suc as the Community Connectors Program)"
"Support [culturally appropriate) business skills training for entrepreneurs and small businesses through
partnerships with universities, colleges, community colleges I, community-base. 7) anizationsi and
other third parties"
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ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
BACKGROUND MEMO
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COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT BACKGROUND MEMO
2015 GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT
UPDATE to the COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
1. Introduction
The City of Tukwila is committed to the economic well-being of its residents, property owners, and
businesses because an adequate tax base is necessary to help achieve the City's vision for the future.
Cities in Washington State have a limited authority in encouraging economic development. The most
obvious role is for the City is to provide adequate services and infrastructure to complement the retail,
manufctcturing uses, offices, and residences that are located in the City. The City's plans, programs,
policies, taxes, and service levels can encourage economic activity.
Historically, the City of Tukwila has had a diverse and growing economic base primar y because of:
1. Its location;
2. Cornmercial and industrial properties located on level l land;
3. Access to regional and giobal transportation network;
4. Lack of a Business and Occupancy Tax; and
5. Small responsive governrnent.
Tukwila has a major concentration of retail and services businesses. In the past, Tukwila also had a large
concentration of manufacturing in the City; however, rnanufacturing in the City is declining. Tukwila's
proximity to Sea-Tac Airport aliows it to have a strong and growing lodging industry. Tukwila has a
significant job and retail base, much Iarger than the City's nighttime population.
Tukwila's economic well-being is also facing some challenges.
Tukwila's median income is lower than the median for King County and Tukwila residents' median
incomes are not keeping pace with inflation. While King County as a whole is well educated, Tukwila's
residents have a level of income below the average education attainment for the County. This puts
Tukwila residents at a disadvantage for attaining higher paying jobs. The City has also seen a gradual loss
in sales tax market share to surrounding cities.
In 2012, Tukwila created a Strategic Plan and one of the five goals and objectives was "A Diverse and
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pronged, addressing three aspects of the City's economy:
Economic Development Background Memo
z_ Protecting the City's role ,,a strong regional retail center and preparing for the retail market of
the future,
z, Supporting the retention and expansion of the City's commercial and industrial businesses.
3. Cu0ivating the success or the City's entrepreneurs and small businesses, including businesses
owned by refugees, immigrants, and non-native English speakers.
11. Demographic Overview
A.
Total Population (including annexations) of Select South King County Cities.
Kent
120,000
100,000
80,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
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79.524
3.7,960
50,052
3l.*81
25,496
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Burien
27.110 SeaTac
1990 2008 2011
Sou"s City wTukwila' Strategic Plan. Note: *°cities m Sea Tide and Burton became cities in the ma«99mmpopulation data for ^9w*
As indicatecl in the chrt above, Tukwila has experienced a very Iow growth rate. The chart below shows
the annual growth rate of select south King County cities and the County as a whole.
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Burien
3.6%
Source, City of TrAr.wita's Strategic Plan,
Kent
3.1%
Renton Tukwila
SeaTac. King County
TukwiIa' annual growth rate is slightly higher than the County's annual growth rate, but issignificantly
lower than most of the adjacent cities. While Tukwila's population increased nearly 60% from 1990 to
2011, the populations of Kent and Renton were up 210% and 120% respectively. Both Kent and Renton
completed major annexations during this time, but those annexations do not account for the majority of
the growth,
B. Daytime Growth
For every one person that iives in Tukwiia, seven n to eigh people visit the City every day to work or shop.
Tukwila's daytime population is estimated to be between 150,000 to 170,000 persons, including
approximately 16 million shoppers a year to Westfield Southcenter, the largest mall in the Pacific
Northwest,
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c. Housing
Tukwila and King County RentIOcupied Housing Unit, 19e0-2010
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
o%
Source: Clay of Tukwila's Strategic Plan.
61%
TukwQa
41%
40%
47%
King County
1990 2000 2010
The percentage of Tukwila's residents who choose, to ren 5 higherthen the rate n the County and
other south King County cities. Nationwide more Americans are choosing to rent homes than buy'.
Tukwila's population is still very mobile, with nearly 24% of households relocating within one year.
Compared to South King County overall, Tukwila housing is relatively affordable, particularly for
purchasing a home. However, renting is far more affordable across income categories rather than
purchasing a home. Just under half of Tukwila homes are affordable to purchase for residents earning at
least the rnedian income, while Iess than a quarter of homes are affordable for residents earning ess
than 80% of the median household income, Nearly all of Tukwila rental units are affordable for residents
earning at ieast the median household income, while sazmnrrental units are affordable for residents
earning under 80% of the median household income,
01. Land Value
Tukwila's land values continue to increase, with land near major transportation corridors hav ng the
highest values. Tukwila's commercial land values are comparable with other south King County areas.
Tukwila's land prices continue to be lower than most areas of Seattle and Bellevue. The total King
County assessed value for the Cty in 2012 was $4.6 billion, up nearly 40% since 2003, when the total
King County assessed value was $3.3 billion. This increase likely reflects major new projects in the City
such as the Westfield Southcenter Mall Expansion and Southcenter Square development,
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Land Value per Square Foot zoos and zoo)
2006
2011
0,4444,444 14444 '4414445,4,44, 444t 4
Source: City mTokwfla'" Strategic Plan,
IV. Employment
One area of continued concern is that total employment in the City has continued to fall for over ten
years. Tukwila's job decline actually began before the Great Recession and the rate of decline increased
with the onset of the recession in 2008.
People from throughout the region come to Tukwila to work, A signific ntly larger number of people
work in Tukwila than actuaHy live in the City. mzozo' Tukwila had 4s'/zs jobs; however, the City only
had 7,989 housing units. Tukwila's 5.40 job to housing ratio in much higher than the County average and
that of other south King County cities,
Employees who work in Tukwila live throughout the central Puget Sound region, with south and wes
Seattle, Renton, and Kent having the highest concentrations of Tukwila employees. Residents of Tukwila
work primarily in Tukwila and surrounding cities or in downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Tukwila's
residents continue to make less than the County average and median income as fallen, when adjusted
for inflation, The median household income in the City in 2010 was $44,271 and is below King County's
median income m5ss'z74. Adjusting for inflation, Tukwila's median income fell between 2000 and
2010. r"u=i|p'szono adjusted median income (in znzn dollars) was $5a'1z7. Thus, real median income
in the City fell 16.67 percent from 2000 to 2010.
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Where People Who Work in Tukwila Live
Where People
ha Live in Tukwila Work
Scarce: Ci%y of Tu Ocwilt '!; Strategl
Employment within the City is distributed among 0 number of different sectors. In 2010, the service
industry accounted for the largest sector, followed by manufacturing; retail and warehousing,
transportation, and utilities. One noticeable trend that has been occurring over the last 15 years is the
decline of manufacturing jobs in the City. In 1991, 56 percent of all jobs in the City were related to
manufacturing. In 2002, the number of jobs in manufacturing dropped to 28 percent. Manufacturing
continues to decrease in the. City. This trend likely reflects the diminished presence of jobs with Boeing
and other manufacturing firms in the City industrial areas. Manufacturing jobs tend to pay higher than
jobs in the service and retail sectors,
Employment in the City is largely clustered in the 5outhcenter area of the City and the North Tukwila
Manufacturing Industrial Center (MIC).
Major Employment Districts of the City
District
Acreage
% of Total
Total if of
Total
% of jobs
Jobs Per
Job losses
City Area
Businesses
Number of
Jobs
in the
City.
Acre.
and Gains
between
2000 and
2010
5outhcenter
847 acres
13.9%
771
17,399
40%
20.54
2,548
Area
North
961 acres
15,8%
147
13,499
31%
14.04
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The City has the capacity to accommodate ari additionai 38,620johs in the City, Nearly 60 percent of
these jobs will be loc o,dinTukwi|asovth'*mimwasjuuanncxodinwtheominzo1n1, After Tukwila
South, North Tukwila MIC and the Southcenter area have the highest capacity to accommodate future
job growth'. The City has sufficient capacity to accomrnodate itt share of regional job targets,
V. Retail Sector
Tukwila has been the center of commerce and trade for aver a hundred years. In 1967, wit the
opening n,soumcentc, mall, the City became a dorninant retail center right on the edge of the City of
Seattle,
As shown in the map beiow, the Southcenter area of the City is one of the largest clusters of retail space
in south King County. In the City as a whole, there is over 485 million square feet of retail sparc in the
Despite major new developments, such as Westfield Southcenter Mali Expansion nsion and Southcenter
Square Development, the City has been losing market share in total taxable retail sales, when adjusted
for inflation. In 1994, the City of Tukwila generated just over $1.5 billion (adjusted to 2010 dollars) in
taxcble retail sales. Prior to the Great Recession the City's total taxable retail sales had declined below
$1.5 billion despite the fact that many of the City's competitors (Lynnwood, Renton and Issaquah) saw a
significant increase in total taxable retail sales. By 2010, taxable retail sales were down $3oomillion
when compared to adjusted 1994 taxable sales. The loss of marke share is cisc compounded by the fact
that the area's population has consistently risen every year, Not only is the City losing market share in
taxable retail sales, but the City is also not capturing new sales,
City of Tukwila's 200 Buildable Lands Report, updated in 2014.
These numbers show capacity only and do not reflect actual projected growth.
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Tukwila has not had an active office market in several years, but it has shown some improvement as
vacancies have decreased over the last few years. In 2004, Tukwila had 600,000 square feet of vacant
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office space. avmz2, the number had been reduced m just over 3oo,0nosquare fcet, Office space
within Tukwila is concentrated in the north end of the City. Expanded office presence may °CCU( in the
south part of the City as the Tukwila South project moves forwrc1 seid s the so"thcrntcr Plan begins m
be implemented. Overall, there is a large amount ^/ office space. of all classes in south King County.
Much of it is located in Renton and the Kent Valley.
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Tukwila, and the rest of the Duwamish and Kent Valleys, is a center for industrial and warehouse uses
within the Puget Sound region. Industrial buildings within Tukwila are larger and clustered in the north
end of the City, by Boeing Field, rather than in the Duwamish Valley. Warehouse uses are more
concentrated in the southern portion of the City,
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VII. City Revenue
The City of Tukwila relies on various source of revenue to fund services and capital expenditures in the
City. Included as an attachment to this report are several pages from the City's Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report (CAFR) that provides various financial information for the City.
Overall, the City's total revenue has remained nearly consistent over the last nine years just over $51
million. The best year during this period was 2011 when the City's collected just over $68 million in total
revenue. The worst year was 2008 when the City collected just over $49 million in revenue. The
decrease in 2008 can likely he attributed to the Great Recession and pullback in consumer spending.
General Governmental Tax Revenues by Source5
2003-2012
Fiscal Year Property Sales & Use Utility Excise Business Other Total Taxes
2003 $ 9,854,007 516,171,756 $ 1,591,922 $3,500,318 $ 431,188 $ 437,031 531,986,222.
2004 510,493,728 516,293,960 5 2,309,787 $4,068,110 $ 530,725 $ 451,863 534,148,173
2005 510,627,410 516,887,845 $ 2,646,356 53,222,936 $ 408,798 $ 831,530 534,624,875
2006 511,018,846 517,591,260 5 2,930,332 $4,938,515 $ 402,784 5 920,077 537,801,814
2007 511,177,532 519,355,867 5 3,666,079 54,124,168 $ 405,973 $ 931,173 539,660,792
2008 511,245,973 51.7,709,319 $ 3,934,210 53,003,438 $ 475,500 51,089,344 $37,457,784
2009 512,190,219 514,585,015 $ 6,172,569 $2,824,407 $ 738,341 $ 656,730 $37,167,281
2010 513,188,942 514,251,312 $ 6,134,494 52,488,357 $ 727,151. 5 301,867 537,092,123
2011 513,427,139 516,113,584 5,424,643 51,780,294 $ 667,064 $ 622,955 $38,035,679
2012 514,072,015 515,441,683 , $ 4,001,385 53,201,098 52,497,606' 52,288,822 541,502,609
% Change
From Start
Year to
End Year 42.8% -4.5% 151.4% 8.5% 479.2% 423.7% 29.8%
The table above shows the City's revenue by source and year. As was discussed earlier, the taxable retail
sales in the City have been in decline, This decline can also been seen in the 4,5% reduction in sales tax
collected in 2012 versus 2003. The City's sales tax rate of .84% has remained constant since 2003. Sales
tax still makes up a large portion of the City's total revenue; however, its total share has been
decreasing due to loss in taxable sales market share, and increase in revenue generated by other
sources.
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Sales xrcteu by Industry, 2012
Major Industry Amount Collected Percentage
Retail Trade-Clothing and xcceoonc, 13.85%
Retail Trade-GM $ 2,000,865 13.30%
Retail Trade-Miscellaneous 1,703,741 11.33%
Trade-Furniture/Home Furnishings 1,537,143
netai|Trade'no��n,s � 1,472,343
Wholesale-Durable/Non-durable ds 1,077,613
Conslruction and Contracting
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Retail Trade-Automotive/Gas 4.sy%
nerai|Traucovimin Materials 3,44m
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Manufacturing g 390/52 z.s9%
Other 381,e93 2.54m
semicemdvurieeo/hcr �214,870 .s6%
Finance, Insurance and Real Estate 143,792 0,96%
Total Retail Sales Tax Collected 15,042,499
10.22/0
9.79%
7.16%
6.39%
The table above shows sales tax collected by major industry type. Retail Trade industry generates the
most taxable retail sales of any industry in the City. A year by year breakdown since 2003 is provided in
in the CAFR pages provided.
Property taxes collected in the City continue to rise. Boeing and Westfield Southcenter pay the most in
property taxes per year. Complete property tax information in the CAFR pages provided.
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Opportunities, and Threats to a business, product line, or strategic plan, Economic Development staff,
working with the City's business community, put together the following SWOT table as part of the City's
Cornprehensive Plan Upciate. It is rnportant to notc tht these strengths, weaknesses, opportunities,
anci threats, are perceived and, at this time, are not supported by specific analysis, Perception of
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats can influence decisions as much as actual issues. u/`
also important to note that an issue can be considered is several categories. For example, Tukwila Pond
is listed as a strength, weakness, and opportunity.
Strengths: wmkn
1. Fabulous Location (access to freeways)
2. Proximity m Sea-lac Airport.
n. Tax and Regulatory Structure
4. 5eattle Sounders and Starfire Sports
5. Westfield Samxccnte, Mali, largest mall
in the Pacffic NW.
6. Tukwila South
7. E3est destination for large furniture
stores (big draw)
8. Tukwila Pond—could be strength
g. Transit Stations
10, Accessibiy to City Staft and Elected
Officials
Opportunities:
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z. Seattie Sounders and Starfire Sports,
z. Tukwila Pond
3. Community Colleges
«, Boeing
5. Washington Youth Soccer
s, Grow the Tukwiia name
7. Trails along Green River—bike
pedestrian bridge
8. Take advantage of the River as an
amenity
9. Partner with adjacent cities (we need to
work together versus compete)
10. Clustering of businesses
z_ Crime and the perception of crime.
2. VisuaI appearance of the City.
3. Superblocks in the City's Southcenter
Area
o, Tukwila Pond
5. Lack nf Chamber oixnvue
6. lack af rooftop area
7. Evening population, lack of a nightlife
Threats:
1. Traffic Congestion
2Insurance costs associated with flood
insurance
5, Lack of productivity
O
Connective notion of surrounding cities
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IX. Economic Development Activities
Policy 2.1.3 of the City's Comprehensive Plan states the City "[should) identify a single contact point and
inforrnation source for the business cornrnunfty." In 2004, the City hfred ts first staff person to ¶ocus
solely on economc development activities and to serve as a contact person for businesses. In 2014, the
Mayor, with support of the City Council, reorganized staff in the Mayor's Office and transferred a Senior
Planner .from the Department of Community Development to provide more resources for economic
development activities. The coming years will be very exciting time for the Economic Development Work
Group as it gets fully established and organized. The following outlines some of the economic
development activates that are currently taking place or that will be occurring in the near future.
A, Soundside Alliance
The City of Tukwila is a member of the Soundside Alliance group, which includes the cities of SeaTac,
Burien, Normandy Park and Des Moines. Additionally, Highline College, the Southwest Chamber of
Comrnerce and the Port of Seattle are also members. The Alliance focuses on marketing and
economic development activities for the southwest area of King County, The Alliance current major
project is completing a Workforce Study.
B. Tukwila Tourism Promotion Area
Earlier this year, Economic Development staff negotiated an interlocal agreement with the cities of
Searac and Des Moines to form a Tourism Promotion Area among the three cities. The TPA will be
funded by a per night room fee in certain hotels and motels. Funds generated will be used to
support additional tourism marketing efforts. The funds will be administered by a Public
Development Authority set up by the City of SeaTac.
C. Seattle Southside Visitor Service
Economic Development currently oversees the Seattle Southside Visitor Services (SSVS). SSVS, using
lodging tax funds, conducts various activities to increase tourism activities in the cities of Searac,
Tukwila, and Des Moines. Earlier this year a visitor center opened in the Westfield Southcenter Mall.
Other activities include operating a shuttle connecting SeaTac hotels/motels to Tukwila's Urban
Center, Most of SSVS activities will be merged with the TPA discussed above.
D. Tukwila Village
The development of the Tukwila Village site has been Ied by Economic Development. A ground
breaking for the project is scheduled for August 1, 2014.
E. Small Business Development
The City of Tukwila, along with other Soundside Alliance cities, supports the Small Business
Development Center (SBDC) at Highline College. SBDC provides support and guidance for individuals
wishing to start a business as well as support for existing small businesses.
F. Southcenter Marketing Partnership
As was discussed above, over the last 15 years the City has seen a decline in market share for
taxable retail sales, To combat the Poss in market share, the Economic Development group will be
launching the Southcenter Marketing Partnership whose purpose is to market the Southcenter area
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as a whole. Many of the City's competitors, such as Downtown Seattle and Downtown Bellevue
already have similar programs.
G. Workforce Development
Economic Development has started to work with regional partners to improve the "employability"
of Tukwila residents.
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CETY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
SCHEDULE 5
GENERAL GOVERNMENTAL TAX REVENUES BY SOURCE
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
FiscalYear , PraPertY
Sales & ljs'e F...)(cise ustriess , Other(b) Total Take's
2003 $ 9,854,007 $ 16,171,756 $ 1,591,922
2004 10,493,728 16,293,960 2,309,787
2005 10,627,410 16,887,845 2,646,356
2006 11,018,846 17,591,260 2,930,332
2007 11,177,532 19,355,867 3,666,079
2008 11,245,973 17,709,319 3,934,210
2009 12,190,219 14,585,015 6,172,569
2010 13,188,942 14,251,312 6,134,494
2011 13,427,139 16,113,584 5,424,643
2012 14,072,015 15,441,683 4,001,385
$ 3,500,318
4,068,110
3,222,936
4,936,515
4,124,168
3,003,438
2,824,407
2,488,357
1,780,294
3,201,098
$ 431,188 $ 437,031 $ 31,986,222
530,725 451,863 34,148,173
408,798 831,530 34,624,875
402,784 920,077 37,801,814
405,973 931,173 39,660,792
475,500 1,089,344 37,457,785
738,341 656,730 37,167,281
727,151 301,867 37,092,122
667,064 622,955 38,035,681
2,497,606 2,288,822 41,502,608
change 2002-2011 42.8% -4.5V0
73.2% -8.5% , 479.2% 423,7%
Notes:
(") Utility taxes enacted beginning in 2003
A utility fax was added in 2009 for solid
A utility fax rate of 10.0% was added in
(b) "Other Taxes"include a hotel/motel fax
Source:
Tukw ila Finance Departrrent
for electric, natural gas, cable and telephone utilities are assessed at rates of 6,0%.
waste and recycling assessed at a 6.0% rate.
2010 on the Citys water, semr, and stormwater utilities,
, penalties and interest on delinquent taxes and other miscellaneous fax revenues.
Tax Revenue by Source
$40, 000,000
$30,000,000
$20,000,000
$10,000,000 -
4.944.
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2003 2004 2005 2006
-77 -7"
4 1 1 14'
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
144
Other
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Excise Tax
O Utilty Tax
Sales & Use Ta x
O Property Tax
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CITY OF TUKVVILA, WASHINGTON
SCHEDULE 6
PROPERTY TAX LEVIES AND COLLECTIONS
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
Collected Within the Fiscal Year ,
f the Levy , , Total Collections to Date ,
'faxes Levied for ' ' Colleciions
Rscal Year Fiscal Year Amount , °Oa `oi Levy - Subeecheni Years Amount %'crf Levy i
2003 $ 10,136,315 $ 9,924,909 97.91%
2004 10,469,114 10,345,276 98.63%
2005 10,731,724 10,593,753 98,71%
2006 10,973,030 10,844,728 98.83%
2007 11,177,532 10,994,127 98.36%
2008 11,411,293 11,194,247 98,10%
2009 12,283,193 12,017,213 97.83%
2010 13,234,489 13,152,036 99.38%
2011 13,385,080 13,225,338 98.81%
2012 13,705,220 13,521,621 98.66%
Source:
King County Office of Finance
145
210,119
143,328
137,447
124,953
181,457
213,805
255,352
38,253
91,997
10,135,028 99.99%
10,488,604 100.00%
10,731,200 100.00%
10,969,681 99.97%
11,175,584 99.98%
11,408,051 99.97%
12,272,564 99.91%
13,190,289 99.67%
13,317,336 99.49%
13,521,621 98.66%
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CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
SCHEDULE 7
ASSESSED AND ESTIMATED ACTUAL VALUE OF TAXABLE PROPERTY
LAST TEN FLSCAL YEARS
Fiscal year Real Pr'aP3rtY fsefial
bile Utilities
TotaItt\ssesseo1 Total Direct
Value Tax Rate
2003 $ 2.832,422.720 $ 171,448.140 $ 80\219.84e $ 3.384.090.709 $ 310754
2004 2.916.855.190 v*/.00e.ose 77.169.236 3.*41.123.525 3.11712
2005 3.0e1,233.27e *57.546,44e 61.779.040 3,610,558707 3,03706
2006 3.399.70e.737 482.100.071 68.123.704 3.e47.e33.512 2.84033
2007 3.853.6e0.774 509.151.926 87.110.e74 4.450.2*3.674 2.56911
2008 4,470.042.53e 595.268.205 110.39e.231 5.175'709,975 2,37324
2009 4.122.961,628 746.710751 112.77e972 *.982,452.351 2a6345
2010 3.950,829,851 717.795,417 119,827.058 4.788,452.326 2.82566
2011 3.e33,2e5.e85 712,607.656 129.726.102 4.675.6297*3 2,e5*08
2012 3.778.571,709 736,480,616 131.138.983 4,6*9.191.308 2.98778
Note:
'Real, personal, and state pub/ic service property have been ssessed at 100% of the estimated value,
Source:
King County Departrrent of Assessments
$6,000,000,000
$s'mm'000'onn
$4.000,000,000
$3'000\000,000
52,000,000,000
s1'000\000,000
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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
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CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
SCHEDULE 8
PROPERTY TAX RATES - DIRECT AND OVERLAPPING GOVERNMENTS
(PER $1,000 OF ASSESSED VALUATION)
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
Emergency, , Tukwila `
General ' Special ,, '', ., ., ' King : ` Port of Medical School Mist Flood Hospital
Fiscal 7 ear Levy ' Levy Total WA State sountyon . Seattle ServiCe ' #406 Y Control. District #1 Total ,
, . „„„ .._ , ,
2003 $3.10754 $ $3.10754 5275678 $ 1.90799 $0.25402 $ 0,23717 $ 5.05267 $ 0.04669 $ 0.09200 $13,51486
2004 3.11712 3.11712 2.68951 1.91484 0.25321 0.23182 5.04535 0.04658 0.09039 13.38882
2005 3.03706 3.03706 2.49787 1.86293 0.23330 0,21982 5.01637 0.04482 0.59000 13.50217
2006 2,84033 2.84033 2.32535 1,75139 0.23158 0.20621 4.78874 0.04212 0.55652 12.74224
2007 2.56911 2,56911 2.13233 1,66106 0.22359 0,30000 4,73164 0.10000 0,50854 12,22627
2008 2,37324 2.37324 1,96268 1.51508 0.19700 0.27404 4,12360 0.09123 047141 11.00828
2009 2.66345 2.66345 2,22253 1.74587 0.21597 0,30000 3.89183 0.10514 0,53290 11.67769
2010 2.82566 2,82566 2.27990 1.90797 0,22366 0,30000 5,03380 0.10976 0,55753 13.23828
2011 2.95408 2.95408 2.42266 1.98580 0.22982 0,30000 5.44659 0.11616 0.50372 13,95883
2012 2,98778 2.98778 2.56720 2.11172 0.23324 0,30000 5.69832 0,13210 0.50000 14,53036
Note:
II Includes King County Library District tax and Ferry
Source:
King County Department of Assessments
$3,50000
$3.00000
$2.50000
$ 2.00000
$1.50000
$1,00000
$0.50000
$-
Direct Property Tax Rates
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
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SCHEDULE 9
PRINCIPAL PROPERTY TAXPAYERS
CURRENT YEAR AND NINE YEARS AGO
Narre
Typeof Business
nt°
P2e0r1c2e. 0
df 2003 A.,,,,sessed 2APegs15'c2eeTS"1:iteo:cli''',
2012
VI s.
valuea), V to ValualW
Boeing Company
VVEA Southcenter LLC
La Manta LP/Segale Properties
KR Tukwila 050 LLC/KIMCO
E Property Tax Dept
Walton CVVNA Eproperty Tax Incorporated (McElroy)
Boeing Employees Credit Union
Sea-Tuk Warehouse LLC
Wig Roperties LLC (JC Penney)
Anne Arundel Apartments LLC
Jorgensen Forge Corporation
Federated Department Stores (Macys)
Puget Sound Ellergy/Gas - Electric
Southcenter Corporate Square
BRCP Riverview Raze LLC
Koar-Seatac Partners LP (Embassy Suites)
Merrill Creek Holding LIC (Kenwodh Motors)
CHA Southcenter LLC (Doubletree Inn)
I-tarnish Group incorporated
Low e's Incorporated
Sterling Realty Organization
Hill Investment Company
CM est Corporation (US West Communications)
AMB Institutional Alliance
Group Health Cooperative
Heitman
Calw est Industrial
TOTALS
Airplane company
Departrrent Stores
Commercial Properties
Commercial Roperties
Commercial Properties
Investment Properly
Credit Union
Food Distribution
Department Stores
Apartments
Steel Manufacturer
Department Stores
Bectric/Gas
Hair Loss Center
Commercial Properties
Lodging
Truck Manufacturer
Lodging
Truck Equipment
Horne Irnproverrent
Commercial Properties
Commercial Properties
Telephone Utility
Commercial Properties
Healthcare Adrilin
Comrercial Properties
Property Management
5 490,724,957 10.56% $ 434,871,892 12.9%
295,766,166 6.36% 132,667,647 3.9%
161,151,755 3.47% 67,619,800 2.0%
81,486,500 1.75%
66,723,700 1,44%
58,552,300 1.26% 19,438,600 0.6%
41,292,565 0.89% 58,056,588 1.7%
34,167,200 0.73% 18,332,500 0.5%
32,877,852 0.71% 10,694,100 0.3%
30,034,300 0.65%
29,667,335 0.64% 9,367,255 0,3%
29,561,600 0,64% 33,668,500 1,0%
26,771,162 0,58% 21,770,807 0.6%
26,070,700 0.56%
25,353,700 0.55%
22,718,522 0.49% 16,821,766 0.5Vo
20,112,600 0.43% 15,029,000 0.4%
17,277,300 0.37% 16,754,400 0.5%
17,150,770 0.37% 10,135,918 0.3"/o
16,521,414 0.36% 15,273,613 0.5%
14,292,600 0.31%
7,445,700 0.16% 6,007,100 0,2%
5,170,472 0,11% 19,556,132 0.6%
0.00% 73,517,700 2.2%
0.00% 30,012,408 1.0%
0,00% 43,561,900 1.4%
0.00% 42,612,000 1,4%
' $ 1,550,901,170 ' 33.36% $ 1,095,769,626 32,8%
Notes:
(0 In 2012 the total assessed property value In the City of Tukwila was $4,649,191,308.
Io In 2003 the total assessed property value in the City of Tukwila was $3,384,090,709.
Source:
King County Department of Assessrrents
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RETAIL SALES TAX COLLECTJONS BY SECTOR
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
page 1 of 2
Construction and Contracting 1.119.595 $ 958,758 $ 876,427
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate 54,992 82.784 102.130
Manufacturing 520.474 446.365 503.778
Transportation, Communications & Utilities 377.596 307.148 384.703
Wholesale Durable/Non-durable Goods 1,761,749 1.852.528 2.557.018
Retail Trade General Merchandise 2,545,631 2.571.671 2.563.103
Retail Trade Fvmbunc/HonnFvmishings 2.30*.037 2.405'967 2.342.555
Re[ailTrade - MisceUaneovs 1,723,147 1.735.0*5 1.497.474
Retail Trade Clothing &Accessories 1.197.591 1'247.109 1.536.183
RctaUTrade - nnxtaurants 983.e86 1.031.025 1.072.275
Retail Trade - Automotive/Gas 847.804 982.*13 980.005
netaUTredo - Ouildingmateriab 708.013 850.109 815.379
Service Industries Business 530.833 488.857 979.752
Service Industries Hotels 361.789 355.514 405.547
Service Industries Other 507.935 486.215 278.041
All Other Categories 292.827 288.169 188.540
iToitai Retail Sales Tax Collections -ii $ 15,842,959 $ 16,183,887" $ , 16,763,909 it;
Notes:
w Effective March 2005, the Department of Revenue changed reporting retail sales industries
from using (he Standard /ndustrial Classif/cation (SI 0) code to use of the North American
Industry Classification System (NA/CS). Retai/ sales tax co/fecfions prior to the time
of this change have not been adjusted.
By State taw, the City nf Tukwila isprohibited from reporting individual sales tax payers,
Sources:
Tukw iIa Finance Deparnnt and Washngton State Department of Revenue,
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2006 200/ 2008 2009 2010 " '2011' . 2012
1.168,088 $ 2,018,058 $ 1.967785 $ 853640 $ 917,250 $ 1,380.952 $ 961.125
93.747 121.879 118.780 119,121 99.975 115.123 143.792
450.158 530,455 375.263 246,429 387,234 232.737 390252
456.260 483,419 492.950 440.206 441,822 405.197 432.508
2.048.517 2,457,437 1.760.449 1.436.045 1.346.750 1,119,527 1.077.513
2.657,481 2.571.601 2.231.745 2.072.356 2.060.263 2.003.947 2.000.855
2.551.049 2,399347 1,830576 1.504234 1.380407 1,771.083 1,537,143
1,642,722 1.768853 1718.888 1,473,496 1,521,741 1,626,452 1,703,741
1.704.213 1,858546 2.103.630 2.017.904 2.018.304 2,037,554 2.082.930
1,118,859 1.158,424 1.312,603 1,292,252 1.542.964 1,337067 1,472,343
1,053,184 1,026,778 1,066,183 748,482 664.310 670,806 690,076
855,243 777,870 619.657 589,341 499,383 487,620 516,861
1,141,632 1,198,890 1,129.380 868.250 882012 932,422 928,610
453.576 531,836 548.962 453,657 428,450 459,606 487,977
278,777 294.869 318.696 283.319 215.045 202.217 234.870
205,644 179.421 185.512 208.467 566`925 558.433 381.093
15,042,499
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SALES TAX RATE DIRECT AND OVERLAPPING GOVERNMENTS
LAST TEN FISCAL YEARS
EIAS)C SALES TAX RATES
City mrvwx nm^m 0,84% uo^% 0.84% no^% nu^m um% on*m 0.84m 0a4m
w*m*omnumte 5.50% 6.50% 6.50°k 6.50% 6.50% 6.50% 6.50% snn% asvm son%
King County om% 0.151X, mom 0,15» 0,15m 0.25% 0.25% 0,25% 0.25m 0,25m
Regional Transit Authority 0,40m 0.40m oAom oxnm 0.40% 0.40% novm 0.90% 0.90m 0.90%
Me Im 0.80% 000m ouo% oaum 0.90% nanm 0.90% n.e:u noom oonm
Department w Revenue xuxini"/mtimFee 0x1"//, uo/m vv`m uo/m 0.01m 0o1m uo`e on/m 0u1m nv/m
SPECIAL SALES TAX RATES
Restaurants 1°1
Motor Vehicles w
Notes:
King County Food & Beverage fax i.s in addiSon lo !he combined sales lax rate Tsr reslaurarfls, faverns and bars,
The funds are used mn"a"cr the professional baseball stadium mSeattle.
^ NOTE: This *, expired "n October ^xu//°, taxes /mp",seuw pay the construction bonds for the Seattle baseball stadium expired.
Effective July 1, 2003 all retail sales, leases and transfers of motor vehicles are subject m the additional sales tax n/mee-te."msor one percent
(.003), The funds are used 10 tinanso transportafion Irnprovements.
() Effective Apri) 1, 2007, Kb9 Coun(y )ncreased the (ocx) sa)es 8 use fax rate onetenth af one percent (.001).
The tax xo/o, used for transportation purposes,
w Effective April ,.evo* King County increased the local sales u use tax rate one-tenth o/ one percent muv.
The tax ,w/br used for chemical dependency o, mental health treatment services,
1°) Effective April z2nvx the Regional Transit Authority Tax increased five-tenths or one percent (.no5).
The tax will be used /o expand and coordinate xs*t-ra/f, commuterra)I, and express bus seraice, and
improve access to translt faci)[lies In King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties.
Source:
VVashinglon State Department of Revenue Local Sales and Use Tax Rates.
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SPACE
PURPOSE
parks, recreation and open space system provides opportunities for all residents and
workers, young and old, and across all cultures and language groups to enjoy nature, gather
together and exercise. This system supports healthy lifestyles, community interaction and identity,
while supporting economic vitality. This system also provides for interaction with nature,
protection and conservation of the environment and a walking and biking network for physical
activity and transportation.
The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element establishes a basis for decision making that is
consistent with Washington's Growt Management Act, community priorities and related planning
efforts and policies, which are the basis for determining the future of Tukwila's parks, recreation
and open space system. State requirements and local aspirations are fulfilled by the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space Background Report and Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS)
Comprehensive Plan, which is incorporated by reference in Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan.
The Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element includes:
1.) A description of the existing facilities and operations of the system and intergovernmental
coordination;
2) A summary of issues and,
3) The goals, policies and imple entation strategies to guide development of the desired future
system.
EXISTING SYSTEM AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL
COORDINATION
Park Lands
There are 32 park properties in the City's inventory totaling 273 acres. The Existing System Map
shows the location of all parks and recreation resources in the system, comprising developed and
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drafted by staff in 2014 based on the recently
adopted Parks, Recissition and Open Space Plan,
The strikeout/underlines shown are the PC
undeveloped park lands. Trails, schools and recreation sites owned by other providers are also
part of this system and add to the number of resources available in the City. There are also nearly
29 acres of open space lands. (Figure 1)
Open Space Network
Although not officially mapped, there is an informal and varied network of undeveloped land
made up of the river channel and its banks, creek corridors, park land, landscaped yards and
public street trees, and steep valley hiHs such as the state highway rights ofway. This
undeveloped land creates a green network that softens the impact of the urban environment in
which we live and work. Much ofthis inforrnal open space nctwork exists and will he rnaintained
due to community standards arid environrnental regulatioris.
Programs and Services
The City of Tukwila provides a wide range of recreational programs and public services. The
Tukwila Community Center serves a vital role by providing the majority of public recreation
programming and support services in the city. Along with City-sponsored programs, neighboring
communities, public schools, private providers and non-profits expand the .number of park and
recreation related opportunities available to Tukwila residents. Starfire Sports, SeaTac
Community. Center, Tukwila Pool and the Matt Griffin YMCA provide additional programs in and
around Tukwila,
Intergovernmental Coordination
Tukwila relies on partnerships with several organizations and local governments to provide
services to area residents and to ensure coordination with land use policies. At the crossroads of
the regional trail system, Tukwila coordinates with the neighboring cities of Renton and SeaTac,
and other governments including King County, for the planning, development and management of
the regional trail system. Managing the city's Green/Duwamish River frontage also requires
coordination with |o'ai^ and statewide environmcntal policies and
regulations.
The City partners with area schools to increase access to sport fields and playgrounds in areas that
lack parks. The .Highline and Tukwila School Districts partner with the City by leasing former
school sites for park uses. In general, public schools also present an opportunity for access to
recreation activities as they are well distributed in the City, especially in areas without access to
park land.
In 2011 Tukwila residents voted to create the Tukwila Metropolitan Park District to fund and
operate the Tukwila Pool. This independent entity provides aquatics programming at the pool
facility located on Tukwila School District property. The City also partners with King County to
expand park and recreation opportunities,
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ISSUES
Several key issues are considered iri the development ofthe parks, recreation and open space
system over the plarining period.
Connection and Access
Connectivity. The city's sloping. terrain, the Green/Duwarnish River and presence of busy streets
and rnajor highways alt lead to physical barriers for pedestrians and cyclists.
River Access. Although there is untapped recreational potential in the Green/Duwamish River,
there are limited connections to the waterfront and a need to expand river access opportunities,
These issues may be addressed either by creating additional and non-traditional opportunities in
underserveci neighborhoods and/or finding ways to increase transportation alternatives to serve
existing rccreatiorial sites.
Disconnected and Limited Open Space Network
Open spaces are parks that protect natural system benefits such as wildlife habitat and water
quality or provide for public use such as trail activities and water access. Thcse sites include
riverfront lands, wooded areas and/or steeply sloped hiltsides. The environmental beriefits of
open spaces are also discussed iri the Natural Erivironment elernent.
Green spaces and waterways are important to the City's environmental and community health and
residents value the protection ofthese resources. lfand when acquisition ofproperty is not
appropriate, nlaintaining open space through regulation is an option. Encouragirig and supporting
voluntary community stewardship efforts to further restore and preserve these areas builds
community and support for that rietwork.
Community Gathering
Spaces to Gather. Many residents come from cultures that especially value community gathering
places. Having open and welcoming places for small and large groups to come together fosters a
sense of community. Activities could range from socializing and celebrating to farmers markets
and even gathering places io the event uf' mcrgendc
There are currently limited areas that can accommodate large public gatherings within the park
system. A large site acquisition could address this need, as well modifying existing parks to
accommodate larger group activities, Alt the spaces will need to be well-located, safe and
accessible for a wide range of ages and abilities, and contribute to the City's identity. A
community-wide process could help identify the location of a large public gathering place.
Population Growth and Changing Demographics
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- Comment (RF2.]: Gathering spaces could be
used as central meeting places during
catastrophic emergencies.
Preparing for future growth. The City expects significant growt over thc planning periocl, although
exactly when the growth will occur is unknown. Change is Iikely to happen slowly during the
planning period and then increase in the urban and local growth centers when the tipping point
occurs in the transformation ofthe suburban to urban setting Major new developrnent is planncd
for the Southcenter and Tukwila South areas, New residerits and visitors will require additional
services and recreation opportunities
CeIbrating diverse cultures. The City's changing population hase and its great cultural diversity
mean that Tukwila must be able to anticipate and respond to the changing needs of its residents,
order to provide recreation services that fully serve many different backgrounds and
demographics.
Access, Awareness and Affordability
Affordable and convenient opportunities. Tukwila residents desire recreational opportunities that
are close to home. Residents—in particular area youth—seek affordable places to play at
convenient times and locations
Expanding awareness. Many resiclents are unaware of existirig opportuntties and benefitsand
there is a need to strengthen participation and involvement from the public to improve the park
system. The City's traditional means of advertising its services will need to expand beyond the
recreational brochure, City web site and community signage to reach and engage Tukwila's busy,
diverse, multi-cultural and multi-lingual population.
Maximizing capacity Many of the City's developed parks have Iirnited capacity for additional
features due to their small size. The open spaces are environmentally constrained and there is
little land available or expanded or additional parks. Demand will continue to grow, SO the City
will need creative ways of expanding recreation resources that do not require Iarge land
acquisitions.
Partnerships. Partnering with neighboring jurisdictions, private and public providers and other
groups in Tukwila can be a means of increasing access to recreational opportunities and
recreational capacity.
Healthier People and Places
The residents of Tukwila, along with other South King County jurisdictions, have a lower expected
life span and higher incidence of chronic disease than other areas of the County* Exercise, play
and access to healthy foods are all needed to create happy and healthy lifestyles.
Sustainable Maintenance
The City's park system has a number of small facilities that are less economical to maintain and
that provide less than optimal recreational function. Future improvements and acquisition
decisions should be tied to maintenance necds to sustain the system.
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GOALS AND POLICIES
Goais arid policies guide the desired future ofthe parks, recreation and open space system over
the planning period. Policies reflect public needs, past and current planning efforts and priorities,
as well as strategic planning, design and management principles. The Tukwila Parks, Recreation.
and Open Space System Concept Map is the graphic representation of these goals and policies.
(Figure 2)
Goal 6.1: Convenient and Connected Systerni
Parks, recreation opportunities and open spaces that are close to home and/or work
and that are interconnected by safe streets, off-street trails and public
transportation.
Policies
6l1 Create a system of close-to-home recreation opportunities, aiming for a 1/4- 1/2-mile travel
distance between rnost residentia! uses and parks and recreation areas.
6.1.2 Create a system of close-to-work recreation opportunities, aiming for a 1.4 to 1/2 mile travel
distance hetween most ernployment places and parks and recreation areas.
6.1.3 Link parks to neighborhood gathering spots and other destinations in the community and
region such as schools, neighboring jurisdictions, regional parks and natural areas, and
major employrnent centers.
6.1.4 Improve the pedestrian and bicycle environment hy creating safe anci efficient
connections across busy strects, railways and the river.
6l5 Increase physical and scenic connectivity with the Grccu/Duwvmish River.
6.1.6 Integrate linkages to recreation areas and open spaces when planning and designing the
transportation system.
6.1.7 Include the availability of public transportation with the design and provision of parks and
recreation progr ms and Service. �
Strive for a safely designed and maintained trail system.
Distribute public recreational facilities throughout the City so that they are easily
accessible 10 residents, visitors, and those who come 10 Tukwila to worl4
Create a trail system that links significant community focal points and links the lowland
and upland trails at strategic oint4
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,...m.. EIP31: This pal Ls t;;;;;;hvnn"""t;;;""ai"--
{-
have been added where applicable,.
^
.
~
' ~~~'~ comprehensive plans local centers,
' such as o* or neighborhood center, transit
station areas, or other activity nodes, where
housing, employment arid services are
accommodated in 0 compact form and at
sufficient densities to support transit service and.
to make effident use of urban land."
Comment [RFS]: "Neighborhood gathering
spots" added in 1.2 above to ensure that 7,52—
deleted from Neighborhoods element— is covered
Comment (RF6» Community Image polity
Comment (RF7]: Community Image policy
~
6.1.11 Connect concentrations of commercial and retail activity with the trail network.
|nmp|grnentationStnateo/es
• Replace numerical park land level of service standard with an overall park land service
area distance.
• Update the Public Recreation ()verlay Comprehensive Plari designation to ref]ect the
goals ofthis IIernent and ofthe Concept Map.
• Pursue trail easetnents in areas with natural arnenities and incorporate them into a
City-wide trail systern,
• Seek trail easements from willi rivate property owners where no public right-of-
mmyisavai|ab|cb`rx|inkindhcmcmvnd14
• Consider the street sidewalk system as a link in the connectinglnetwork, when
necessary.
▪ Invest in bicyclist and pedestrian safety improvements identified. in the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space PIan and Waik and Roll Plan,
Goal 6.2: A Network of Green Spaces
Recreational amenities, historical sites, rivers, wetlands, creeks, and other natural
resources that are connected to each other and neighboring networks of lands. This
network defines Tukwila as a northwest city and includes visually significant bands
of vegetation that contrast with the built lenvironmen.
Policies
62.1 Recognize that the City's open space network will be made up of public and private lands
that provide or have the potential m provide the following f'uncbvnsl:
• Passive recreational resources;
•
Non-motorized transportation !inks between network lands;
•
Flood control functions a nd stormwater detention;
• Water quality enhancernent, such as biofittration;
•
Preservation ofand public access to cornmunity landmarks that help make up the
City's identity, including the river and historic sites;
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Comment [RFS]: Conanunity linage Policy
1.11.4
51.581.)51111g re515115555 15 al5G ad'Ir'e55ed in 6'6'8 (P
tivont 1'991. ikaded 6:24,141 Work SOS:S(0r% ..-
[Comment [RF101: Former Community Image
Joky 1.11.3
, Comment [RE11]; Moved from Community
n Image polity nlun:1L16 nu., mum _nu
' Comment [RF121; Formerly Community Image
Policy 1.11.5
--- [ Comment [RF13]: Former Goal 1.10
Community Image
"( Comment [RF14]: Implements MPP..Enai &9,
• Urban for st pres nmdvnxndcnhuno:mcnt,andvcgcmted corridors;
• WildIife habitat and opportunities for saimon habitat enharicernent; and/or
•
Other public beriefit.
6.2.2 Use the following as guidance to select an
ftha
• Provides pLlblic access to or along the river, other waterway, or a wetland;
• Provicles a corridor for a trail network connection;
�
Has potential to fill gaps in the park system, including under-served neighborhoods;
• Protects important natural resources;
• Would otherwise be developed for a use that will reduce the open space function of the
property;
• Provides a buffer between residential areas and industrial areas, highways, and
acquire for public purchase or donation land
railways; and/or
• Provides other public benefit.
6.2.3 Rctainundrxpundthcopcnxpacenctwockthroughucqobition,dooadon.caxrmonm'
partnerships, and rrcuadn
62,4 Coordinate with other regional and local plans to complement and enhance the Tukwila
open space network
62.5 Integrate natural features, such as day lighting streams, and adding trees shrubs and
other plants into the built environment, including residential, commercial and industrial
!al reasic
6.2.6 Pursue efforts that increase the .public's awareness and stewardship of the City's open
space resources and benefits such as volunteer events and development and distribution
of information.
Implementation Strategies
• Apply a range of measures to preserve and protect the open space network, including:
o
Sensitive areas regulations;
o
Shoreline regulations;
n
Land altering regulations;
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comment [12F15]: Adapted from Community
Image Policy 1.10,5
LComment (RF16]: Former Community Image
policy 1.10.2
Comment [RF17]: From Community Image
element
Comment ERMA]: Per mrUrban Design and
Historic Preservation Goal Statement: The built
environment in both um and rural settings
achieves " high degree "/ high quality design that
recognizes and enhances, where appropriate,
exisfing natural and urban settings
o Landscaping regulations and
o Tree regulations.
o Parks Impact Fees
• Pursue acquisition and development of the high priority needs through the Capital
lrnprovernent Program (CIP) as guded by the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space PIan,
�
Develop property sale and review procedures with local public and private agencies _
for potential open spaceacquisition sites,
• Maintain and protcct undeveloped rights-of-way within or adjacent to parks and the
open space 'Inetwork,
� Work with property owriers and encourage non-purchase options, including
conservation easements, current use assessment, and development covenants. Accept
donations n[ properties where public benefit i; anticipated orPlanned.
▪ Design site planning and subdivision standards that offer flexibility and reflect the
�
pevelop.a corriprehensive vision for recreation along the Green/Duwamish River
�or�d
�
Update tree protection and clearing regulations that achieve open space network goal
and i)olicie4
o Pursue arl urban forestry prograrn to implerncnt policies in the Natural Environrnent
element of the Comprehensive PIan
* Conduct a city-wide tree inventory, and identify ways to improve eand increase the
�
Maximize external funding opportunitie and seek matching funcls from other sources
for the purchase ofopen space Iarids identified foracquisitioni.
� Continue to work with husinesses, private property owners, arid volunteers to
rnaintain and foster stewardship ofopen space areas.
oat 6 3. A Sense of Community
Tukwila's parks and recreation opportunities build commu.nity cohesion by providing places and
programs for social interaction and gatherings of all sizes, with designs that strengthen.
community identity.
Policies
6.3.1 Design parks and recreation facilities that encourage social interaction, and gathering of
large and srnall groups.
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-~ CoMmerlt t3P191: Relocated from policy 1,10,,,..)
Ommtmilyttnage
, Comment [RF20]: Former policy 1,10.10
Community Image
',Community Image
Comment [RF22]: Former policy 1.10,8
Cotnintinity Image
Comment [RF23]: The vision for the
; Green/Duwainish river is not in the PROS Plan,
but the intention to develop the plan is there, (p,
Comment [RF24]: 'free protection and urban
in the Natural Environment element.
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6.3.2 Design parks and recreation facilities that celebrate unique features of Tukwila and that
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6.3.3 Sponsor comrnunity events that encourage interaction between rieighbors and celebrate
the diversity ofTukwila.
6.3.4 lnterpret Ioca! culture, history and environrnent throughout the system.
6.3.3 Work with Tukwila Arts Cornmission to integrate art throughout the City.
6.3.6 Support plans, policies, projects and programs to expand and improve the park and open
space system in the Southcenter, Tukwila South and Tukwila International Boulevard
'Oreas and seek opportunities to develop,new facilities and programs that enhance the
overall experience of residents, while also considering the needs of employees, business
owners and visitors.
6.3.7 Where feasible, acquire parks to serve as buffers between residential uses and industrial
areas, highways or raflways.
Implementation Strategies
• Add places for social gathering by adding features in parks with existing capacity and
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Increase access to places for social gathering in identified focus areas of the Parks,
Recreation and Open Spacc PIan.
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Identify and secure a suitahle location for a largcr scale public gathering space
including but not limited to the Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center area and the
Tukwila International Boulevard area per the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan.
• Develop design guidelines to ensure that uses and structures adjacent to parks
recognize and complement open spaces and public amenities
• Prepare standards ancl guidelines for parks and open spaces that ensure access to
sunlight, a sense of security, seating, landscaping, accessibility, and connections to
surrounding uses and activities.
• Work with puhlic agencies to incorporate pubhc spaces as an irnportant elernent of
major public transportation, utilities, and facilities Projectsi.
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Develop strategies for public-private partnerships that will result in public open
spaces to serve as focal points and settings for special events and other iactivitiei
• Examine alternative spaces for each neighborhood in identified park access gap areas
that could be used to create a neighborhood gathering Spo
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• Consider locating parkiets in comrnerciai areas, such as in the vicinity ofTukwila
internationai i3ouievard and the Tukwila Urban Center/Southcenter area.
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Partner with Tukwiia Viiiage to provide a soctal gathering space
Goal 6.4: Opportunities for All
Tukwila's parks, recreation opportunities and public services offer something for all
ages, abilities and cultures, in settings Iocations and tirnes that are convenient to as
rnany as possible.
Policies
6.4.1_Offer flexible recreation programming that is constantly improving and responding to
current trends and community Idesdres._
6.4.2 Provide prograrns that embrace Tukwila's many cuitures, custorns and interests.
6�.3 Design accessihie parks, facilitics aricl programs for ail ages and abdities,
6.4.4—Increase the capacity at existing parks and recreation facilities to maximize use and
expand public cces4_
6�.3 Provide indoor and outdoor spaces desigried for increased access and fiexibility of use.
64.6 Consider future growt needs and pianned density when providirig prks and recreation
oppn rum ihro�o. meet cno�uuu(ty-ue~(IS,
6.47 Expand program options through enhanced partnerships with businesses, organizations
and through voiuriteerism,
Implementation Strategies
• Use innovative outreach strategies to determine community desires and priorities in
developing and iocating prograrn offerings
▪ Add places for unstructured piay by adding features in parks with existirig capacity as
identi6ed in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space ['lan.
• Increase access to unstructured piay in identified focus areas ofthe Parks, Recreation
and Open Space Pian.
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Cuntinue to seck locations for new sports fieidsand bali courts at sites with adequate
capacity as identified in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan.
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Partner with local school districts including Highline, Tukwila, and Seattle; Tukwila
Metropolitan Park District; King County, neighboring jurisdictions, and other providers
to improve cornrnuruty access to programs and services during non-schooi hours.
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• Identify locations and funding for n facility serving the Tukwila International
Boulevard area.
Goal 6.5: lnviting and Affordable
Parks and facilities that are safe, well maintained and clean, and programs and
services that are welcoming and accessible for all people.
Policies
6.5.1 Design parks and public spaces using accepted public safety standards such as Crime
Prevention through Environmental Design Principles (CPTED) or Defensible Space.
6.5.2 Reflect the highest standard of design quality in public developments to enhance
neighborhood quality and set a high design standard for private !developmen4
6.5.3 Develop park master plans or site designs that guide all major park improvements and
that achieve cohesive design and efficient phasing of projects.
6.5.4 lnvolve the community in all aspects of project and program planning and
implementation.
6.5.5 Involve community partners and volunteers in the construction and maintenance of parks
to increase the sense of public ownership and reduce City costs.
6.5.6 lncrease access to affordable, free or reduced cost programs and services.
6.57 Expand awareness of the full range of program offerings and recreation options made
available by the City and others.
6.5.8 Maintain parks and public spaces So that they are safe, clean, and welcoming.
Implementation Strategies
• Develop and implement updated park design guidelines and policies.
• Expand recreation programming and services in identified focus areas of the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space Plan, using a combination of mobile programming, classes
and activities held at City-owned and school district-owned locations, and other sites
as appropriate.
• Refine the cost-recovery framework to increase affordability ofall programs.
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Pursue alternative service delivery rnodels, such as mobile programming at
employment areas, to enhance programming options and convenience.
• Partner with Highline, Seattle and Tukwila school districts, Tukwila Metropolitan Park
District, King County, neighboring jurisdictions and other providers to improve
community access to programs and services.
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▪ 1xpand and enhance volunteer prograrns and OppOrtunitieS
• Expand and diversify outreach efforts to increase awareness of and involvement. in
parks programs.
Goal 6.6: Healthy People and Placesj
Parks and recreation opportunities that promote healthy, active Iifestyles are
designed and managed to engage and enhance the natural environment and the
local economy
Policies
6.6.1 Provide services for all ages to encourage cornrnunity mernbers to try new activities and
build n habit vf healthy living.
6.6.2 Promote healthy food choices and active living programs as a central focus for community
education
6.6J Ensure that projects and programs create a social, economic and environmental benefit to
the community.
6.6.4 Leverage the park, recreation and open space system to meet the needs of the residents
while considering economic development and needs vf visitors, business, and employees,
6.6.3 Provide public education resources and volunteer opportunities to promote
understanding and appreciation of Tukwila's natural environment and river ecosystem
while huilding an environrnental stewardship ethic in the community.
6.6.6 Jncouragc and support the use ofpublic lands for urbari agriculture activities,
6.6.7 Promote urban agriculture activities through existing and new programming and
partnerships.
6.6.8 Consider long-term management, operations and maintenance needs when implementing
new projects and programs.
6.69 Employ best practices in managing facilities, parks and open space areas and provide
corltinuing education for City staffon these practices.
Implementation Strategies
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Provide accessihle programs and classes that prornote healthy activity and food
▪ Devclop a volunteer project database to serve as a clearinghouse for citywide
volunteer opportunities.
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'County Planning policies a.nd the King County
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1 and at:an4 Community Conversations.
• Work with volunteer organizations and the City of't'ukwila Park Cornrnissionto
identify ways to strengthen the park system.
• Continue to provide a variety of volunteer progr ns.nummwa|kznndimrrprcdvc
services, as well as use of social media and public outreach, to foster long-term support
and stewardship.
• Create an environmental stewardship staff position to coordinate with other City
Departments arid vo!unteer organizations.
• Increase environmental stewardship and awareness by offering food system and urban
agriculture programs and classes. Identify joint-use agreernents for publicly or
privately-owned sites for uses such as urban farms, community gardens and pea
patches.
• Seek development incentives grants, and other functing sources, indudingpvW��
private partnerships, m support development of urban agriculture sites and
programming.
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Review devetopment regulations for barriers to irnplementing urban xghcu|turr
activities.
• Identify the preferred Iocation for ari additional community garden, which may include
a children's learning garden.
• Encourage and support farrners' market opportunities that are accessible to alt
residents.
• Develop and implement system-wide environmental management and comment [RF37]: Adapted from Multi-Cuunty
Planning Pulicy-En4
operations.
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Co-tocate public infrastructure, environmental and recreational projects where
practical.
• Conduct maintenance efficiency improvements to better atign smaller parks with the
way these sites are used by the public.
• Develop and use iritegrated potmanng,mcntp\ans for alt parks with the least hazard
to people, property and the environrnent,
• Regularly maintain and monitor natural areas to control invasive species and other
impacts.
• lncorporate designs with green infrastructure, water arid energy e0dcncy, recycling,
waste prevention and Iow irnpact design storm water management that reduce
environmental impacts.
• Irnplement recycting opportunities at alt parks and facilities.
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COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN
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COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE BACKGROUND
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The State of Washington's Growth Management Act (GMA) provides comprehensive guidance for land
ume, development and public participation throughout the state, including goals specifically for parks and
recreation. Among all 14 goals, the State's goal for open space and recreation is: "Retain open opoco,
enhance recreational opportunities, conserve fish and wildlife habitat, increase access to natural resource
lands and water, and develop parks and recreation facilities"
A parks and recreation element remains officially optional since the State of Washington did not provide
funding to assist in developing local elements when this was added to the GMA. However, the GMA
recognizes the acknowledges the significance of pe,ka, recreation and open space and it is important to
plan for these systems.
Tukwila recognizes the importance of parka, recreation and open space opportunities to the overall well-
being of the nommunih/, and has chosen to prepare a padka, recreation and open space element for its
Comprehensive Plan. Per the GMA, a jurisdiction's parks and recreation Comprehensive Plan element
shall be consistent with the city's capital facilities plan. This element shall include:
• Goals and policies to guide decisions regarding facilities;
• Estimates of park and recreation demand for at least a ten-year period;
• An evaluation offacilities and service needs; and
• An evaluation of intergovernmental coordination opportunities to provide regional approaches
for meeting park and recreation demand,
The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element Background Report supports the state-wide goal and
foliows related guidance found in the Multi-County Planning Po|icies, King County's Countywide Planning
Policies and other elements of Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan. This Report summarizes conditions facing
the existing porka, recreation and open space system. It includes a description of relevant planning
policies, the City's park system and a summary of key issues identified through an analysis of the existing
system and feedback from the public. Together, this information forms the basis for parks, recreation and
open space planning in the Comprehensive Plan's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element.
The Background Report and Comprehensive PIan Element are Iargely based on community discussions
that occurred during Tukwila's Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan, adopted February 2014.
The PROS Plan included opportunities for public engagement throughout the planning process. This
process and its creative forms of discussion encouraged involvement from a wide cross section of the
city. These activities reached specific audiencao, targeted and broad, and collected ideas from both
involved citizens, and those who have been outside of past planning efforts. Comments from two
Community Conversations meetings, held in March 2014, also provide input.
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This Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element supports other related planning efforts including the
State's GMA, Vision 2040, King County Countywide Planning Policies and Tukwila's Capital Facilities
Element.
The Growth Management Act also requires the protection of resource lands - those lands that have "long-
term commercial significance" for agriculture, fisheries, timber production and mineral extraction, Since
Tukwila does not have lands used by resource -based industries, goals and policies for these types of
lands are intentionally absent from this chapter. Although agricultural activity was practiced until recently
in the newly annexed Tukwila South area, the area is being developed for urban uses, and agricultural
activity has ceased.
The Growth Management Act allows the use of non - regulatory measures to protect or enhance functions
and values of critical areas. These may include public education, stewardship programs, pursuing grant
opportunities, joint planning with other jurisdictions and non - profit organizations, and stream and wetland
restoration activities. Tukwila has been employing all of these measures and the updated Chapter
contains goals and policies addressing them.
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The Growth Management Act (GMA) requires parks and open space Comprehensive Plan elements to
include estimates of park and recreation demand for at least a ten -year period based on adopted levels of
service and population growth. Tukwila's Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan, is the primary
background source for the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) element of the Comprehensive
Plan. By adopting the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan (PROS) Plan, the City assesses
recreation demand through an analysis of access to park sites amenities and services throughout the
system. Those areas that lack access to the specified facility or feature within the desired distance are
considered to have a gap in service, This analysis is based on a typical walking or biking distance to
reach parks, generally a 1/4- to 1/2-mile distance or a five to ten minute travel time.
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Vision 2040 (Multi - County Planning Policies) articulates the growth strategy for the Puget Sound region.
This direction is reflected King County's Countywide Planning Policies which, in turn, frame how the
comprehensive plans of the County, and all cities and towns within the County, will be developed and
coordinated. Policies related to parks, recreation and open space are presented below and inform the
overall direction of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element.
The quality of the natural environment in King County is restored and protected for future
generations.
The Urban Growth Area accommodates growth consistent with the Regional Growth Strategy and
growth targets through land use patterns and practices that create vibrant, healthy and
sustainable communities.
King County grows in a manner that reinforces and expands upon a system of existing and
planned central places within which concentrated residential communities and economic activities
can flourish.
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• The built environment in both urban and rural settings achieves a high degree of quality design
that recognizes and enhances, where appropriate, existing natural and urban settings
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The region is well served by an integrated, multi-modal transportation system that supports the
regional vision for growth, efficiently moves people and goods, and is environmentally and
functionally sustainable over the long term.
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A well-integrated, multi-modal transportation system transports people and goods effectively and
efficiently to destinations within the region and beyond.
• County residents in both urban and rural areas have access to the public services needed in
order to advance public health and safety, protect the environment, and carry out the Regional
Growth Strategy.
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Amajor concept of the GMA and capital facilities planning is concurrency i.e. that specific public facilities
will be available when the impacts of development occur, or within ten years of development. This is
achieved through standards and fees. Capital facilities for parks are nsvievwad, prioritized and funded
through the City's regular Capital Improvement Program (CP) process. The capital facilities policies that
are addressed in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element include:
• The design of infrastructure improvements shall include conservation of naaourcea, such as water
reuse and energy-efficient electric fixtures.
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Minimizing the costs of maintaining operating and other Iife cycle costs shall be used as a
criterion in the design and funding of any capital facility.
• The design and construction of capital projects shall:
Use best practices for a crime free environment;
Create high quality built places;
Have a strong Iandscape component;
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Maximize environmental and economic benefits;
Minimize environmental costs; and
Promote public health by providing opportunities for safe and convenient daily
physical activity.
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The City of Tukwila's parks system inventory includes 32 parks totaling 273 acres (Table 1). The Existing
System Map shows the location of all parks and recreation resources in the ayohem, comprising
developed and undeveloped park lands. (Figure 1)
Tukwila's developed parks function as either local parks or special use parks. There are also nearly 29
acres of open space lands.
• Local Parks: Local parks provide for a range of opportunities, such as soccer or playground play,
and are generally intended to serve the surrounding neighborhood,
Special Use Parks: As their name auggeabs, special use parks focus on a unique or singular
attraction such as a water feature, garden or community center, These park types vary in size
according to the amenity that they showcase.
Open Space: Open spaces are parks that protect natural system benefits such as wildlife habitat
and water quality. Open space sites can also provide for public use such as trail activities,
education and interpretation and water access, These sites include riverfront lands, wooded
areas and/or steeply sloped hilisides,
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Table 1: Tukwila's Existing Park Land
The City currently partners with several neighboring juhsdiodnns, as well as public and private agencies
locally and throughout the region to provide recreation opportunities for Tukwila residents. Tnai|o, schools
and recreation sites owned by other providers are part of the system and add to the number of resources
available to Tukwila reaidents, businesses and visitors. Some features such as the Interurban Trail are a
regional resource and require collaboration with King County and neighboring jurisdictions. These
partnerships are critical to meeting the goals and policies of the Parks. Recreation and Open Space
Key Issues
Several issues will impact Tukwila's pork, recreation and open space system over the ten year planning
horizon.
Diverse Community with Changing Needs. The Tukwila's population is constantly changing as families and
individuals, including refugees and immigrants from all over the world, enter the United States, begin
their new lives in Tukwila, and join existing residents. The dynamic nature of the population brings
constantly evolving interests and needs which impact the way parks are used and the types of programs
that are desired. Many, especially members of the city's diverse language groups, feel that the City
should play a larger role in providing services in different languages and that meet varied cultural needs.
The language barrier has limited some residents in using parks and programs, or from knowing what
resources are available.
Population Growth
Tuhvv|a's population has experienced an average annual growth rate of 0.9% between years 2000 and
2011. This is similar to the county-wide average but only about one-third the rate of growth in the nearby
jurisdictions of Renton. Kent and Burien. The city's Strategic Plan projects a future population of nearly
23.000 by 2030. based on a 1.196 average annual growth rate, Per King County's adopted Growth
Targets, Tukwila and its proposed annexation area shall provide zoned capacity for 5.300 net new
housing units by2O31,
Lack of Access to Local Parks and Recreation Areas. Based on public feedback, having nearby and
convenient parks and recreation opportunities (between a 1/4-ho 1A,mi|edistano*) that are connected to
homeo, schools and other destinations is one of the community's most important needs. However,
several locations in the city are farther from 1/4 to1A-mile from local parks and schools.
Poor connectivity Poor street connectivity between east and west Tukwila may contribute to Tukwila's
lower than average bike and walking commuter rate. Many Tukwila's parks, as well as the Tukwila
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The City currently partners with several neighboring juhsdiodnns, as well as public and private agencies
locally and throughout the region to provide recreation opportunities for Tukwila residents. Tnai|o, schools
and recreation sites owned by other providers are part of the system and add to the number of resources
available to Tukwila reaidents, businesses and visitors. Some features such as the Interurban Trail are a
regional resource and require collaboration with King County and neighboring jurisdictions. These
partnerships are critical to meeting the goals and policies of the Parks. Recreation and Open Space
Key Issues
Several issues will impact Tukwila's pork, recreation and open space system over the ten year planning
horizon.
Diverse Community with Changing Needs. The Tukwila's population is constantly changing as families and
individuals, including refugees and immigrants from all over the world, enter the United States, begin
their new lives in Tukwila, and join existing residents. The dynamic nature of the population brings
constantly evolving interests and needs which impact the way parks are used and the types of programs
that are desired. Many, especially members of the city's diverse language groups, feel that the City
should play a larger role in providing services in different languages and that meet varied cultural needs.
The language barrier has limited some residents in using parks and programs, or from knowing what
resources are available.
Population Growth
Tuhvv|a's population has experienced an average annual growth rate of 0.9% between years 2000 and
2011. This is similar to the county-wide average but only about one-third the rate of growth in the nearby
jurisdictions of Renton. Kent and Burien. The city's Strategic Plan projects a future population of nearly
23.000 by 2030. based on a 1.196 average annual growth rate, Per King County's adopted Growth
Targets, Tukwila and its proposed annexation area shall provide zoned capacity for 5.300 net new
housing units by2O31,
Lack of Access to Local Parks and Recreation Areas. Based on public feedback, having nearby and
convenient parks and recreation opportunities (between a 1/4-ho 1A,mi|edistano*) that are connected to
homeo, schools and other destinations is one of the community's most important needs. However,
several locations in the city are farther from 1/4 to1A-mile from local parks and schools.
Poor connectivity Poor street connectivity between east and west Tukwila may contribute to Tukwila's
lower than average bike and walking commuter rate. Many Tukwila's parks, as well as the Tukwila
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community center, are located on the east side of the Green River, or east of 1-5. Due to the poor
conneck/bv, these parks are somewhat inaccessible for residents on the west side of the city. Currently,
South 144`^ Street provides the primary access to Iink the two sides of the city. The Southcenter Subarea
Plan calls for breaking up lengthy b|ocks, and retrofitting streets to create more connected and walkable
neighborhoodn, which would help this area of Tukwila
Higher poverty level
Tukwila residents—with a median household income of $43,887 (US Census, 2007-2011 American
Community Survey 5-Year Estimates)—earn significantly less than the King County average of $68,778.
Notably, 21.2% of families are below the poverty level, The high poverty level indicates there may be a
potential need in Tukwila for the parks and recreation system and programs to play a role in providing
"safety net" services. Low income families may have limited transportation choices. Therefore, the City
will need to consider carefully how families in need will gain access to these nervices, not only through
pricing policies but also in choosing locations where the services are provided.
More residents overweight or in poor health. Based on data compiled for Tukwila's Strategic Plan, more
Tukwila residents have un-met health needs or are overweight or obese than the King County average
overall. Sixty-five percent of adults in the Tukwila/SeaTac area are overweight or obese and 16Y6 have
unmet medical needs.
Constrained spaces. Many of the city's developed parks are small and built out. The open spaces are
environmentally constrained and there is little land available for expanded or additional parks in or near
residential neighborhoods. Some sites, such as Riverton Park and Crestview Park, have the potential to
accommodate additional recreation facilities and activities, but many others do not.
Condition of open spaces. Tukwila's open space lands are a patchwork of small and disconnected spaces
found predominantly along the Green/Duwamish River. CoUeodveAy, all of these sites hold value for
surface water mitigation and water quality, wildlife habitat and scenic and recreation-based benefits and
there is a need to manage these spaces as an integrated system.
Lack of spaces for social gathering. Many residents come from cultures that especially value and desire
open and welcoming places to gather in small or large groups for socializing and celebrating. There are
currently limited areas that can accommodate large public gatherings within Tukwila's park system.
Unaffordable and inconvenient recreational opportunities. Residents feel strongly that recreation services
and programs should be more affordable. Many also feel that programs and classes should be more
flexible and available at different times and formats. Many of Tukwila's paMko, as well as the Tukwila
Community Center, are located on the east side of the Green River, or east of 1'5, Due to the poor
cnnnectivity, these parks are somewhat inaccessible for residents on the west side of the city.
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The City's Strategic Plan projects a future population of nearly 23,000 by2O3O. King County's Growth
Targets require that Tukwila provide the zoned capacity for 4,800 new households by 2031. The City is
directing much of this future growth to Tukwila 8outh, as well as redevelopment efforts in the
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Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center area. However, matching the needs of this future population will be
challenging due to limited opportunities to add additional acres to the park system.
Approach
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Tukwila's approach to meeting future needs is to intensify underdeveloped lands and maximize the
potential of existing naaouroea, while partnering with local and regional providers to offset demand, Some
existing parks have additional capacity for new recreational fnci|iheo, or can be improved to increase use.
Based on this approach, the City addresses recreation demand for the planning period through an
analysis of park and recreation area access for existing and planned land uses throughout the system.
Areas that lack convenient access to these places now and into the nex ten years are considered to have
a gap in service. The City identifies "convenient access" as the typical walking or biking distance most
people are willing to travel to reach a park, This io generally o y- tol6'mi|edistance,
In addition to having access to local parks and schools and recreational programming, residents desire
the following five close-to-home recreational activities: 1) walking and biking; 2) social gathering; 3)
organized sports; 4) unstructured play; and 5) river access. Management and protection of open space is
another need identified in this Report and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element, The analysis
used 8|S and the City's street system and trail network data to simulate the path of travel for pedestrians
and bicyclists, It takes into account physical barriers to occeoa, including incomplete or disconnected
street networks and the Green/Duwamish River, as well as lack of park access points to give a more
realistic assessment of the park system that is based on the way people actually get to parks.
The following discussion provides an overview of needs and recreation demand over the planning period.
Identified gap areas indicate the general location where demand for parks and recreation activities are
greatest, Figures illustrate the general geographic location of the gap areas graphicaUy, as well as the
summary of the future system concept.
Nearby Access 1. Local Parks and SCh is
Parks in general provide benefits to residents and visitors and contribute to overall quality of |ife,
positively impact property values and make Tukwila more attractive for business. However, local parks
and schools provide a wider range of recreation opportunities than special use parks and open spaces
give, offering more comprehensive park benefits for residents.
Five locations in the city are greater than a ¼- to ½-mile service area distance to local parks and schools
These locations indicate where improved access is needed over the next ten years, (Figure 2)
• P2: Rail lines and the hiliside cut off this location in the Ryan Hill neighborhood from the rest of
Tukwila. The gap is close to Seattle's Kubota Garden Park—however, there are no public school
sites nearby.
w P5: There are no local parks near this location in the Foster neighborhood, but Foster High
School and Showalter Middle School are in close proximity and provide sports fields, courts and
playgrounds, Tukwila Pool is also nearby but does not offer the types of amenities available at
local parks,
• P7: Crystal Springs Park is a local park close to this McMicken |ocohon, but there is no public
access to its western parcel from the wes side. There are also no public schools in close
proximity.
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• P8: This Tukwila Hill location has a higher than average density of housing but lacks convenient
access to any local parks or schools, Tukwila Park is the closest local park, but it is not within the
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School are nearby, but they lack direct access from this location.
• P10: Tukwila South has potential to accommodate a range of different land uses, including
residential development. There are currently no parks or schools to serve this area
Recreati Unai Programming
The Tukwila Community Center provides the majority of public recreation programming and support
services in the city. Along with City-sponsored proQramn, neighboring communides, public nchoo|o,
private providers and non-profits expand the number of park and recreation related benefits available to
Tukwila residents.
There is a need for expanded recreation programming and services in several locations using a
combination of mobile programming with classes and activities held at City-owned and school-owned
locations, Environmental education, community gardening and skill-building programs can all occur within
parks. In particular, the City should focus attention on the following seven focus areas. (Figure 3)
• PG1: Continue to offer programming at the Tukwila Community Center,
PG2: Consider adding programming at Cascade View Elementary School.
• PG3: Consider partnering with Tukwila's Metropolitan Park District (MPD) to add non-aquatic
programs at Tukwila Pool, and partner with schools to provide programming at school-owned
property during non-school hours,
PG4: Partner with Thorndyke Elementary Schoo to consider adding programming during non-
schuo|hours,
• PG5: Consider offering mobile programming in nearby parks to meet the needs of this area.
• PG6: Partner with Tukwila Elementary Schoo to consider adding programming during non-school
hours.
• PG7: Demand for programming and public services in the Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center
area will continue to increase in the future as new residential growth occurs. Consider traditional
place-based offerings, such as programming at a park or building, as well as alternative options
such as mobile programming, to meet the needs of this area.
Waking and Biking
Walking and biking are among the most popular and desired activities in Tukwila. Tukwila's Green River
Trail is the City's primary trail sysham, providing a north/south connection along the Green/Duwamish
River, The Interurban Trail provides access to neighboring cities, Several railways and rail branches have
potential for future use as trails. Hov*aver, busy streets, the Green/Duwamish River, and steep slopes
create safety barriers to pedestrians and cyclists in reaching parks. In oddibon, there are few east/west
cross city connections.
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There are ten areas where convenient and safe walking and biking access is needed over the planning
period. (Figure 4) These broad locations are greater than 1/4-ho %-mile fvum the Green River Trail. They
also also highlight connections-- identified in the Tukwi|a'aWalk and Roll Plan and supported by public
demand-- that could greatly improve access for walking and biking connectivity.
• WB1: Connec the Tukwila Community Center from the south and west through a modification to
the Allentown Bridge, or new pedestrian/bicycle bridge.
• WB2: Cross Tukwila International Boulevard to access Southgate Park,
• WB3: Cross South 144`^ Street and connect north/south to improve access to Cascade View
Community Park.
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WB4: Connect opposite sides of State Highway 518.
� WB5: Cross -5 and connect east/west,
• WB6: Cross 1-5 near the Southcenter Mali.
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WB7: Connect the Southcenter Mall and Southcenter Transit Center with the Green River,
Interurban, and Lake to Sound trails. This linkage will connect with the Sounder Commuter Rail
Station and the City of Renton via a pedestrian walkway and bridge over the Green River.
h,ocha Gathering
Opportunities and places that allow for socializing and gathering strengthen the social fabric. Many
residents feel that these activities are central to a sense of community and overall feeling of well-being.
Tukwi|a'e diverse cultural groups also desire both formal and informal settings to meet, celebrate and
socialize. Places and programs that offer youth sports are some of the most needed types of offerings.
Five areas have a greater need for nearby places for social gathering or to hold community events A
combination of picnic areas and she|ters, plazas and other supporting amenities should be added to
these areas to meet this identified need. (Figure 5)
• SG1: Add picnic areas and/or an open lawn when developing Ryan Hill Park.
• SG2: Partner with Cascade View Elementary School to provide space for public gathering during
non school hours,
• SG3: Create a small "parklet" or seating area along public street frontage,
= 3G4: Improve access to Tukwila Elementary School to accommodate this type of activity.
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SG5: Improve access to the picnic tables and shelter at Tukwila Pond Park as called for in
planned improvements to the site
Or ganzed Sports
Most parks do not offer the variet of organized sports faci|ides, such as sport fields and ball courta,
required to meet the needs of nearby residents, Residents desire open and available soccer fields, with a
decrease in interest for fee-based leagues. Services and programs for children and places to play nearby
are especially needed in Tukwila. Residents—particularly area youth—seek affordable places to play.
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There is unmet demand for sports such as indoor/outdoor soccer and basketball throughout Tukwila. With
limited space to add new facilities, the City should continue to partner with organizations such as school
districts and Starfire Sports for providing access to sports facilities and programs. Special attention should
be placed on two focus areas that currently have the least amount of access to organized sports.
(Figure 6)
• 0S1: Partner with Rainier View Elementary School to allow public use of school facilities during
non school hours.
0S2: Improve access to Tukwila Elementary School, and partner with the district for use of school
facilities during non- school hours. Programming at Starfire Sports would also be convenient to
this location.
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There is unmet demand for unstructured play throughout the city. The City should create more places for
safe, unstructured play through new features and partnerships in areas that lack convenient access.
(Figure 7)
U1: Add a nature play area with development of Ryan Hill Park.
� U2: Partner with McMicken Heights Elementary School for use of school facilities during non
school hours.
• U3: Improve access to Crystal Springs Park and add a nature play feature to this park.
U4: Improve access to Tukwila Elementary School to allow for use of school facilities during non-
school hours,
Rive! Access
Tukwila residents have a strong connection with the Green/Duwamish River and desire expanded
opportunities to access and enjoy the river. In some ways, Tukwila is defined by the Green/Duwamish
River which runs the entire length of the city. Many of the City's parks and historic sites are located on or
adjacent to this waterway. The Southcenter Subarea Plan calls for increased access and connectivity to
the river. It calls out a bridge to connect with the Sounder Station and future park near this location on
the east bank of the river.
Over the planning period, the following general locations will need greate connectivity to the river
(Figure 8)
• R1: Work with willing property owners to identify opportunities to connect to the river in this
general location west of Starfire Sports/Fort Dent Park.
R2: Implement planned trail within this genera area eas of SR 99 to increase connectivity to the
river.
Open Space
The State of Washington requires that all cities planning under the Growth Management Ac (GMA)
identify ''open space corridors" useful for recreation, wildlife habitot, tnai|s, and connection of critical areas
(or, as defined in Tukwila, sensitive areas). The word "corridors" tends to imply a passageway, whereas
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Tukwila recognizes that movement through the entire open spac corridor is not necessary. The City,
thenahona, chooses to identify an "open space network" that conssts of public and privately owned lands.
A network of open space is concept that comes from the State's Growth Management Act, and was
developed through the Tukwila Tomorrow process that developed the 1905 Comprehensive Plan. The
presence of a high quality natural system — interconnected and accessible for recnaation, where
appropriate — is part of the overall quality of life goal for the City of Tukwila and is a county-wide goal for
all urban areas within Puget Sound.
Based on these requirements and in alignment with community phorhes, an interconnected open space
network is needed in Tukwila. The City should identify properties that would increase greenway and/or
habitat and park land connectivity through inventory of desirable properties and through conversations
with willing property owners and/or partnering with other land managers.
Of the most defining features of this network is the Green/Duwamish River. In keeping with the goals of
the open space network, a separate corridor management pan is needed to enhance and protect the
Green/Duwamish River Corridor. The plan should provide direction for integrating tnai|a, street and river
crossings and riverfront parks along the corridor, as well as a prototype design for pubhc and private
spaces along the river. Locations and recommendations specified in the Shoreline Master Program
should be included in development of this vision.1
Future Concept
A summary graphic shows the Parka. Recreation and Open Space system concept mop, and
incorporates the preceding discussion offuture needs. (Figure 9)
`Identification of lands as part of the open space network does not restrict the use of the land to public
recreation. Identification means that these lands have value to the network. Private use would preserve
that value whether it's a sensitive area (critical area as defined by the State) has an identified public
access function, or has a significant vegetative/topographic function, In addition, tand identified within the
network shall have high priority for future public purchase of lands for recreation/open space.
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PURPOSE STATEMENT
national l'etailers arifl shopriing centers that support office and high -
tech caitipitses and residfittial rieighbfiritoorls, Residential uses niay include a mix of siitgle-
fairilly and iti-irnaril), dweltirigs at low, medifitn, and high densities will provifie
ideittifiible place by building upon the Not.'tliwest tradition of quality outfleior
environinents and finality building niaterials, corribirted with ti'aditiftrial Puget, Sound
ISSUES
Unified Ownership—Shared Vision
The Tukwila Sout area compriscs nearly 500 acres and is largely urider single ownership
by Segale Properties LLC, with a few parcels owned. separately. In 2009, the City of Tukwila
approved a master plan for the Tukwila South Project, which comprises a majority of the
Tukwila South area, The Master [lan defined the goals, objectives and vision for the
Tukwila South project area. Also in 2009, the City of Tukwila and Segale Properties LLC
entered into a Development Agreement for Tukwila South project that vests the project to
existing land use regulations until 2024. Both the Master Plan and the Development
Agreement reflect the shared vision of the City and Segale Properties LLC in the future
development of'I'ukwila South,
Land Use and Environmental
Much of Tukwila South lies in a valley formed by the Green River, with a valley wall to the
west consisting of both steep and moderate forested slopes. Until recently much of the
valley portion of the site was used for agriculture, along with residential and commercial
uses in the north part of the area.
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Several watercourses, some of which may be salmonid hearing, and wctlands have been
identified in Tukwila South, both in the valley and on the slopes to the east of Interstate 5
and OrU\ia Road South. The Tukwila South Project, being completed hyScgAoProperties
under n Development Agreement vvhhthcCity'iodudeud.oakerzoivno/mvngrnamsand
filling of several acr sofwcdum\o.Aomib&ati"n6`rthoscukernti"ns.xuramaud wetland
enhancerncnts have been complcted south of South 2OO Street. Additional fisheries
impacts are being mitigated by construction of a 7-acre off-channel habitat area. adjacent to
the Green River.
A seginent of the Green River Icvee protecting the west vdleyOunrin?vkwiaSvu/hhns
been reconstructed to enhance flood protection of the area and to ensure .reasonable flood
insurancc cos ts for property owners, Additionally, the City has issued Segale Properties
LLC a grading permit that allows the Tukwila South project. to be filled well above the 100-
year flood elevation.
The valley wall represents a large portion of Tukwila South. This area is predominantly
vacant with some low-density residential detached single-unit structures. Landslide
potential is moderate to high for portions of the valley wall. These areas are protected by
Native Growth Protection Area easements and will remain undeveloped in perpetuity.
Transportation, Access and Utilities
Two new street projccts have hee n completcd to improve circulation in and aroLirld
Tukwila South. The extension of Southcenter Parkway through Tukwila South has greatly
enhanced die development potential of the area. The construction of S. 184lh Place to
replace S. 17801Street has provided a safer east/west connection for south King County
residents
Utilitics, such as electric power, gas, commuriication, water, ancl sewer, have been
constructed in Tukwila South and are capable of serving the envisioned future urban
development A regional surface water system for management of stormwater is being
developed in Tukwila South (the south portion of the system has been constructed; the
north portion will he constructeci in the future)
Tukwila South has excellent connectivity to the regional freeway system, with direct access
available to Interstate and State Route 167, Access to Interstate 405 can be obtained via
State Route l67or West VaU,yHighway. Mass transit to the area is currentiy Iimited and
the area is not served hy either light or heavy rail
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'Fhe area is ocated acljaccnt to the 'lukwfla lJrhan Center area, wliich has one of the Iargest
conceritratiuns of retail square footage in ihe region.
Tukwila South is currently served by Highline, Kent. and Renton School icts, Children
currently living in the area are husecl to Rcnton for school.
GOALS AND POLICIES
Quality Development
Goal 9.1 Tukwila South will a regional destination developed with
high-quality _-_~, office, retail uses, while
protecting the environment and providing recreational
opportiniities
Policies
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lrnplernerit the tong-terrn vision and rnaster plan for Tukwila South in urder to
create a more cohesive development pattern than if the property was developed
voaparcd'by'pxrcdbasis.
[Design infrastructure to accommodate increased employment and residential
density over timel
Encourage the use of entry features, Iandscaping and public open space to make
Tukwila South a memorable ancl regionaily identifiable place.
Encourage development in Tukwila South to have internally integrated districts
and uses in addition to external connections to neighboring and regional assets.
[Construct a comprehensive amenity system in Tukwila South that leverages the
area's assets
[Ensure development in Tukwila South is designed and implemented in accordance
with the approved Sensitive Area Master Plan to protect and enhance the natural
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9,1.7 Support efforts to relocate the city boundary between the cities of Tukwila and
SeaTac using Interstate 5 as a 'logical boundary between the two cities.
Implementation Strategies
• Zone for office, technology/flex space, and housing, while limiting .the overall
size and type of retail and service uses.
• Administer the City's Commercial Design Guidelines for Tukwila South.
• Develop Residential Design Guidelines for Tukwila South.
• Regulate, implement:, and monitor sensitive areas in accordance with the
.sensitive areas master plan.
• Obtain easements and, when funding is available, construct a north/south
river trail.
• Explore a pedestrian connection over the Green River that connects Tukwila
South to the City of Kent on the east side of the Green River.
• Ensure that internal pedestrian connections are in place to connect. buildings
with one another.
▪ Partner with the City of SeaTac and King County to lobby the Washington
State Department of Transportation and regional agencies for improved
freeway access at South 1881h Street.
• Lobby King County Metro and Sound Transit to increase mass transportation.
in the area, including rapid ride buses, express bus services, and light raiL
• Develop a system to .track trip generation in Tukwila South to ensure that the
terms of the Development Agreement with Segale Properties, LLC Inc, are
met.
• Obtain City control and ownership of Segale Park Drive "C" per the Addendum
to the Tukwila South Development Agreement.
• Develop an Interlocal agreement to realign the corporate boundary between
Tukwila and SeaTac.
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Background Information
In 2010 the City of Tukwila cornpleted its long standing goal of annexing Tukwila South, Tukwila South 5
just over 500 acres in size and represents one of the largest undeveloped greenfields in the Seattle
metropolitan area. For comparison's sake, Tukwila South is larger than either South Lake Union or
downtown Bellevue.
Tukwi|a5outhisgeneraUy|ocatedSouthof18O Street and extends to the City's southern Iimits (Figure
2). The area has no strong neighborhood identity at present, and is currently occupied by industrial,
agricultural, office, and residential uses.
A. Rationale for Revised Element
As part of the "Tukwila Tomorrow Committee" work in developing the 1995 Comprehensive Plan, the
City of Tukwila completed an in-depth Background Report for Tukwila South. The 1994 report examined
many of the key issues for the area and was the basis for the current Tukwila South Element. In Iight of
significant progress that has been made in achieving the shared vision of the City and Segale Properties,
LLC regarding Tukwila South since 2004, the current Comprehensive Plan is outdated. Staff has prepared
a new element to reflect the actions of the City over the last ten years, and to express its ongoing vision
for the area.
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Development Agreement
The City's current Comprehensive Plan calls for development in Tukwila South to occur in a coordinated
manner. In 2009, to assist in developing t the area in a coordinated manner, the City of Tukwila and
Segale Properties, LLC1 executed a Development Agreement (DA) for Tukwila South.
Se8a|e Properties, LLC owns over 500 acres in Tukwila south and according to the Ordinance that
adopted the DA:
" (Segale] Intends to develop the Tukwila South Property consistent with the Tukwila South Master Plan
("Master PIan"). The Master PIan envisions thecrcotionofo/no/nrnem/e/np/mymentondhous/ngbnse
on the Tukwila South Property. The plan calls for approximately ten million square feet of development
that would be accommodated in a combination of a campus style research and office environments with
a mix of other supporting uses such as retail, residential, commercial, hotel and flex tech ("Tukwila South
Project"). The Tukwila South Project will use the topographic and environmental constraints of the site to
define the /irnits of its deve,'oprnent area. The Tukwila South Project inc/udes the extension of
Southcenter Parkway in an alignment along the west edge of the valley floor,. thus, functioning cis the
major transportation arteria/ through the site. The Tukwi/a South Project will 0/50 contain an integrated,
interna/ circulation system of streets, sidewalks andpedestrian connections."
There have been subsequent addenda and amendments to the DA,
Master Plan
Policy 9.1.3 of the City's current Comprehensive Plan element regarding Tukwila South encourages that
a master plan be completed before any significant land altering occurs in Tukwila South. Furthermore, as
outlined in TMC 18.41.010, the City Council may modify the development regulations without the need
to change the underlying zoning.
On June 8, 2009, the City of Tukwila adopted Ordinance 2234, which approved a Master Plan for Tukwila
South defining defined the vision, goals, and objectives for the largely-vacant, mostly single-owner
area. As was discussed in the Master Plan:
"With nearly 500 acres of land five minutes from SeaTac Airport and t1-5, the Tukwila South
project site is the Iargest private development parcel in the greater Seattle area, Properly planned and
implemented, the p 'ect will provide 25,000 newjobs and join the University of Washington, Microsoft
and Boeing Everett as the region's fourth major, "non-Central Business District" employment center. It
will become a major new urban node in the region and provide significant benefits to the City of Tukwila
and improve the quality of Iife of its residents."
The ten principles of the Master PIan are:
Principle #1: Long Term Vision.
The development of Tukwila South will be guided by a long-term vision that will create a different, more
cohesive development pattern than if the property was developed on a parcel-by parcel-basis.
1 The Development Agreement was entered into with La Pianta, LLC, which was the predecessor entity to Segale
Properties, LLC.
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Principle #2: Creating a Destination
Tukwila South will become a regional destination.
Principle #3: Building Value
Development decisions will be weighed by their ability to maximize the site's potential to create value.
Principle #4: Multi-Use
Tukwila South will include ernployrnent, goods and services, and housing. The project will be multl-use
and include a wide range of businesses instead of focusing on industrial retail users. Residential is also
be/ngconsideredtobringaddbiona|vita|itytotheanea.
Principle 4*5: Increasing Density over Time
Tukwila South will be planned to accommodate increased derisity over time.
Principle #6: Quality of Env ronment
Tukwila South will create a memorable and regionally identifiable place.
Principle 4*7: Connections
Tukwila South will connect externally to neighboring and regional assets, as well as internally by
connecting its districts and other uses. This principle goes on to discuss the need to provide pedestrian
connections throughout the project.
Principle 4*8: Amenities
Tukwila South will create a comprehensive amenities system that leverages the site's assets.
Principle #9: Implementation Strategy
Development must be strategically phased to successfully transition Tukwila South from agricultural and
industrial property to an urban destination,
Principle #10: Environmental Stewardship
Tukwila South will be developed in a manner that preserves, protects, and restores the natural features
of the area.
Sensitive Areas Master PIan (SAMP)
To facilitate development of the Tukwila South Project, the City approved a Sensitive Areas Master Plan
under City of Tukwila project file number L10-014, The SAMP allowed Sega le to develop an area-wide plan
for alteration and mitigation of sensitive areas that results in improvements to water quality, fish and
wildlife habitat and hydrology beyond those that would occur through the strict application of the
provisions ofTMC 18.45, the City's sensitive areas regulations. The sensitive areas and their corresponding
buffers identified as "Native Growth Protection Areas" will be permanently protected with easements
recorded against such property. The Native Growth Protection areas are called Sensitive Area Tracts on the
proposed plat. Mitigation work in Wetland 10 and 11 has been completed. Also, Johnson Creek has been
relocated, This work is under the monitoring period. Offsite channel work is still under construction.
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Grading Permit
On April 29, 2011, the City issued a grading permit (PW10-064) to Sega le Properties, LLC for mass
grading of the TukwiPa South project areaZ, The purpose of the grading permit was to prepare the area
for future development in accordance with the approved Master Plan and Development Agreement. The
applicant is still in the process of completing the work outlined in the approved grading plan.
State Environmenta Policy Act (SEPA
In 2005, the City of Tukwila issued a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) under SEPA for future
building out of Tukwila South. The Tukwila South FEIS analyzed the potential impacts associated with
the build out (including redeveIopment of the exi»tingSeQa|e Business Park), assuming full bui\d'ootof
I0,3 million square feet of various uses.
As part of this preliminary subdivision application the applicant submitted a SEPA checklist in order to
extend a utility through a senstive area. City staff determined that a new SEPA checklist was not needed
ancl nstead issued an addendurn on December 14, 2012 for the proposed work,
Shoreline Substantial Development Permit
In conjunction with the above grading permit, the City of Tukwila issued a shoreline substantial
development permit (L10-025) for grading within 200 feet of the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM)
and to modify an existing flood levee. Like the grading permit, the shoreline substantial development
permit was to prepare for the future development of the Tukwila South area in accordance with the
approved Master PIan and Development Agreement.
Preliminary Subdivision
In 2013, the City's Hearing Examiner approved a preliminary 47-plat for Tukwila South. The plat will allow
lots to be leased on an individual basis. Under State Law, Segale Properties has seven years to seek final
pat approval from the City.
II. Issues Summary
Many of the challenges and issues regarding the future development of Tukwila South have been
addressed in the last ten years. The following outlines some of the issues that have been resolved or are
likely to be resolved in the future.
A. Road Access
In 2010, a realigned Southcenter Parkway opened that links the Southcenter area to S. 200th Street
through Tukwila South, The new Parkway provides a four lane road, with sidewalks, capable of serving
the future build out of Tukwila South. Additionally, in 2013 Segale Properties, LLC realigned S. 178th
Street and traffic was moved to S. 184th Place. This new road provides a safer, more gradual access
than the old road alignment, which often times had to be closed due to inclement weather.
2 The grading work was originally under PW10-063, but all work under this permit was transferred to PW10-064.
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B. Flood Control
Tukwila South lies near the Green River and in the past there was a possible risk of flooding. Most of
the future development area has been raised to be above the flood elevation. Additionally, levy
improvements have been completed along the Green River to reduce the chances of flooding in the
area. Not orily are these measures important to protect property and lives, but these flood reduction
measures help to reduce the costs associated with flood insurance for property and business owners.
C. Public Services
The property owner and/or the City have installed the needed infrastructure to serve future build out
of Tukwila South, Additionally, provisions have been made to relocate the existing Fire Station 51 to
serve the area.
D. Sensitive Area Preservation
With the SAMP and Shoreline Permit, provisions have been made to preserve and in some cases
enhance the wetland, streams and shoreline areas in Tukwila South. Many areas of Tukwila South will
be preserved as natura spaces in perpetuity.
E. Historic Preservation
The old Mess Cemetery, owned by the Tukwila Historftal Society, is Iocated in Tukwila South.
Provisions are in place to preserve the cemetery and access to the cemetery has been maintained.
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F. Ease of Permitting and Taxation Policy
The entitlements already obtained for Tukwila South allow future construction to move ahead quickly.
Most future projects will not need to obtain environmental approval since SEPA has already been
completed. Future buildings wiU aso only need to obtain administrative design review approval.
Like the rest of the City of Tukwila, Tukwila South enjoys a favorable taxation policy compared to the
areas, such as Bellevue and Seattle. For example, the City of Tukwila does not have a business and
occupancy tax.
III. Challenges Summary
While many of the issues associated with build out of Tukwila South have been addressed via the
entitlements and agreements in place for the area, there are still challenges facing future redevelopment.
A. Lack of Transit
Tukwila South Iacks connections to the regional transit system. Metro does not provide services along
Southcenter Parkway or along s. 200tb Street in Tukwila South, The nearest bus route in the area is
a|ungOriUia Road, Route #180, which provides bus service between Kent and SeaTac Airport.
Sound Transit's current long range plan and proposed updated long range plan also fails to provide
adequate transit options for a redeveloped Tukwila South.
The lack of transit could impact the ability of Tukwila South to attract office users and technology
firms. Many of Tukwila South's competitors, such as Downtown Seattle, Downtown Bellevue, and
South Lake Union have good access to various mass transit modes,
Staffhos included Ianguage in the new elementfor Tukwila South to address this issue,
B. City Boundaries
The corporate boundaries in Tukwila South are jagged. Interstate 5 and/or Orillia Road should serve as
the logical boundary between the City of Tukwila and the City of SeaTac; however, in some cases
SeaTac goes east of Interstate S and Tukwila also has land west of Interstate 5. This issue creates
complexity for permitting, area identification, and emergency response.
C. Identity
Tukwila South currently Iacks its own identity. This most likely can be attributed to the fact that the
area lacks development and build out. However, the City will need to ensure that future businesses
and residents identify with Tukwila and not with adjacent cities, such as SeaTac or Kent.
D. Zoning Cleanup
In June of 2014, the City Council adopted the Southcenter Plan (formerly known as the Tukwila Urban
Center Plan). Several properties in Tukwila South owned by Segale Properties, LLC are zoned Tukwila
Urban Center; however, these projects are not included in the Southcenter Plan boundary. Technically,
these properties are not zoned and thus would be considered Low Density Residential under the City's
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Zoning Code (TMC 18.08.020), This zoning classification does not make sense and a map amendment
should be processed to re-designate the properties as Heavy Industrial with the Tukwila South Overlay.
Properties re zoneci
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E. Job and Housing Capacity
The City of Tukwila is required by King County and the Puget Sound Regional Council to accommodate a
certain number of jobs and housing units in the City, The City regularly provides data to both agencies
indicating our "capacity" to provide future jobs and housing. It is important to note that "capacity" and
forecast are not the same. Capacity is simply the ability of a certain area of the City to provide jobs and
housing, once certain elements are factored in. It is possible that the City could have more or less jobs
than the capacity the City shows,
By 2032, the City is required to be able to provide enough commercial/industrial land area to
accommodate 16,193 jobs. This number was initially created prior to the Tukwila South annexation.
Since Tukwila South was not in the City, the City could not count future jobs in Tukwila South in order to
show that we have sufficient capacity. The EIS completed for Tukwila South indicates that Tukwila South
would be capable of accommodating nearly 23,000 jobs. Thus, Tukwila South is vital to the City's ability
to meet future job capacity requirements.
The City has also estimated that by 2032, Tukwila South could have 700 housing units. Again, this
number could be larger and was a conservative estimate. Citywide, the City is required to have capacity
to provide 2,084 housing units by 2032. Given that most of Tukwila's residential area is already built out,
Tukwila South is important to helping the City meet its housing capacity requirements. Tukwila South
will account for nearly one-third of the City's 2032 residential capacity.
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COMMENT LETTER
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M&P Gor
P.O. BOX 1083 EDMONDS WA 98020
TEL 206-542-0894
TEL 206-283-3492
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bmitchemc2@vahoo.com
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To: Tukwila Planning Commission and City Council
Re: Comprehensive Plan Review for Tukwila South Project July 24,2014 Meeting
M&P Company is the owner of the property from which Mitchell Moving and Storage operates
its business at 18800 Southcenter Parkway, Tukwila, Washington.
The preparatory materials for this meeting note that Tukwila contacted "the area's major
property owners to provide comments on the draft comprehensive plan
amendment." M&P's property is in the center of the Tukwila South Project, and is directly
affected by all the Tukwila South activities. We request that notice of all Tukwila South
issues considered by the City that impact M&P property be sent to the above M&P
addresses and to our attorney of record, Clayton P. Graham I Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
1201 Third Avenue, Suite 2200 Seattle, WA 98101 Tel: (206) 757-80521 Fax: (206) 757-
7052 Email:claytongraham@dwt.com
Target topics: Land Grading and Water/Flood management, and Zoning
1. SurfaceWater/Flood Management
June 2014 flooding of the Mitchell Moving and Storage lot calls into question the surface
water management plans of the Tukwila South project. Photographs of flooding are
attached to this document.
The pattern of the June 2014 flood duplicates flood allowance charts presented in
preliminary EIS studies in the 2000-2005 planning for the Tukwila South Project. That
excess water that was supposed to be planned for as early as 2005 has actually flooded
the Mitchell/M&P property on 2014 is cause for concern about the planning and
execution of the Tukwila South Project water management system.
Overall water management plans that put Mitchell Moving business and M&P property
unreasonably at risk are suggested by visible changes in the relative heights of Tukwila
South lots and Mitchell/M&P property. Attached photographs show the new height of
land immediately south of the Mitchell/M&P property.
Prior to Tukwila South, the southern lot was 2-3 feet lower than the Mitchell M&P
property, allowing gravity to take water south. The grading of the Tukwila South Project
has raised the land to the immediate south 4-5 feet above the level of the Mitchell/M&P
property. This makes Mitchell/M&P property vulnerable to flooding that was unlikely on
the natural/historic state of the land.
Provision has apparently been made to create a drainage ditch north of the Tukwila South
Project Land, on the property line with MitchellfM&P property. This drainage proved
inadequate in the June 2014 flooding.
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We ask that all responsible parties cooperate to provide specific reports to Mitchell/M&P
detaili ng steps takeri to eliminate risk of flooding caused by the Tuk\\ Ia South
restructuring of land surfaces and water fiows that the June flooding sugges( puts the
Mitchefl/M&P property at unreasonable and unacceptable isk in favur of goals of the
Tukwila South Project.
2. Zoning, Planning meetings .from 2000-2009 assured that M8LPnud Mitchell Moving and
Storage would have zonng granclfathered that allowed contrnucd operation of Mitchell
Moving and Storage through the foreseeable future, as well as participation in new
zoning allowed hy the iukvila South project ahouNfutun:cbaugcxintinucaudeconomy
argue for different. uses of the M&Ppnoperty.
The zoning language in the Comprehensive Plan documents forwarded to M&P prior top
this July 24,2014, meeting and posted on the Tukwila City web site do not appear to
consider/include the grandfathered zoning historically allocated to M8cP for the ongoing
Mitchell Moving and Storage husiness,
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to continue the existing business on its property, and rights to future development
according to new zoning made possbe in the Tukwila South agreernents,
Relevant cUations from the materials made available to M&P prior k/ this July24,ZO}4,
nleeting are attached to this clocument.
Zoning: Materials preparatory to this n.eetiogotaic:
The Tukwlla South area contains several zoning designations, which/ndude:LowDenshy
Residential (LDR); Tukwila Valley South (TVS); Heavy Industrial (HI); and Mixed Use Office
(MUO). The area subjecl to this plat is zoned LDR, TVS, TVS, and MUO, The entire Tukwita South
area includes an overlay which supersedes the undedyio oning (TMC 18.41.010) As
referenced inT��C18.41 O10 "the by lying within the Comprehensive Plan's Tukwila South Master Plan,"4
� . ^^ applied any property
Clarification is sought on the grandfathering of historic business activity of M&P and
Mitchell Moving since 1968, and access to future zoning options for future development,
should it become desirable,
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Photos of M&P property and the June 2014 flooding, with comments by Mitchell
Moving and Storage on the depths of the flooding.
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Monday showing the water accumulation from all the rain over last weekend Lre
taken after our trailers were moved further into the yard to get them out I I water.
So the pictures I sent showing the water Just up to the tires are not accurate, E.,d
'!I dow :ad the fIncy-Ung is actually worse."
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Relative height increase of Tukwila South Project land immediately south of M&P property,
increasing flood danger to M&P property.
The Tukwila South land height increase is visible immediately behind the Mitchell
Moving trucks parked in the June 2014 floodwater.
It is seen here in July 2014's dry weather, with the ditch presumably by inadequately
designed to prevent the flooding that occurred.
The new height of the Tukwila South Project land is shown here well above the level of
e Mitchell Moving truck body floor.
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the June 2014 flooding. The overall land planning contours here on west and south of the
photo show the Mitchell/M&P property as a catchment for water from the west and
south.
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ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
PURPOSE
The Comprehensive Plan focuses on .the natural and built environments, for which the City
has a iiandated and historic responsibility. Most Comprehensive PIan goals and policies
are concerned with how land is used and protected and the extent to which the physical
environment and design promote positive human interaction, mobility, and a sense of
community.
By contrast, the Roles and Responsibilitics Elenient deais with the social environment, It
aims to relate trhe goals and policies described elsewhere in the Plan to the City's vision of
compassion and support, responsibility and involvement, and education and organization
that is essential 10 a safe, secure and successful cornmunity
This element is about the roles Tukwila serves and its responsibilities toward the
community: recognize and solve problems to ensure that basic needs are met, provide for
safcty and security, communicate broadly and with clarity, reach out 10 diverse
communities to increase engagement by all residents, and realize Tukwila's role in the
region.
ISSUES
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A Firm Foundation for All
The City's commitment, articulated ioits Mission Staternent and Strategic PIan, is to
provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment, for all
T"kwi|a's residents, businesses and guests.
Despite the region's wealth and the ongoing .investments in public and human services,
inequity persists and in some cases has expanded. Historical data have consistently
revealed disparities in social, educational, health and economic outcomes based on race,
income, and other factors. Tukwila's commurlity, similar 10 other South King County cities,
has experienced lower incomes, less educational attainment, higher rates of chronic
disease and morbidity and a higher percentage of residents needing human services
assistance.
1 Roles and Responsilldes PC Recommended DraJt
Comment Mmin]: Subsections have been.
added under Issues
background for policies and implementation
strategies that follow,
Tukwila's high numbers of iminigrants, refugees and .their children may struggle as they
seek employment, services or when in the classroom, trying to learn English while
receiving limited support for .their home language and culture. Long-time residents,
including minorities, seniors, adults and families, .may face challenges in meeting basic
needs.
To accoml)lish the goals aid vision of the Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Flan will
require both City services and an emphasis on partnering and collaboration to meet human
services needs. Assisting and supporting residents to meet basic needs and gain skills will
enable them ultimately to engage more fully io the life n[ the City.
Safety and Securit
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Perceived or actual lack of safety and security can hinder both individual and community
development and feelings of well-being. Increasing the City's collaboration with the whole
COMM lin ity around these issues, will help efforts to Ireducel and prevent crime while
enhancing the overall sense of safety and sccurity. Security also ext nds to emergency
planning for natural and manmade emergency events, such as earthquakes, terrorism or
o effects (:)t climate d`
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caa, nityAnIpsaltiorisbai,„.,Strategies that enhance public safety and security will
ultimately: strength.en the com.munity:.
Communication and lnvolvement
Meetings at City Hall, printed mailings and .website articles have been commonly-utilized
tools to inform citizens about:issues and events, and solicit their opinions and involvement.
in City affairs. While these tools are effective with some people, we recognize the need to
adopt a broader approach ru communications inTukwila„ Although some Tukwila
residents may choose to be involved in City activities, other Tukwila residents may not be
involved or represented due to cultural differences, language issues, age, economic status,
lack of time or awareness, i)iverse communitics may require non-traditional rnethods of
comrnunication and engagement.
City processes and regulations that seem confusing and difficult for the puhlic may present
an additional obstacle to clear communication and engagement between the community
and the City. A key challenge is developing comrnunicatior) tools that are clear, effective,
and appropriate so that all residents are aware of and. can choose to participate in the
processes and decisions that affect thern, Comrnunication within and across City
departments is crucial for developing a coordinated approach to problem solving.
2 Roles atul Responsi 011 tics pc Recommended Draft
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- Comment [14E21: Captures a broad message
of safety and seemly including both. Police and
Emergency Management
- ' Comment [11131: TPD's focus on crime
rodUdi on ind prevention per its Crime
Reduction Initiative and Sirategic Plan
- Comment [14141: Addresses additional
hazards plaisning per Planning Commission
Regional Opportunity and Role
Many issues that the City faces are not exclusive to Tukwila, but are prevalent throughout
the region. Sitting at various regional tables can both drive and support policy and strategy.
thai affects Tukwila. The City hcnefits from engaging in regional partnerships in order to
achieve its long4erm rm goals.
For example, the City's Human Services Department. has long engaged with other cities and
King County to craft. more efficient ways to plan and deliver services, and provide strategic
directiori about how the County allocates federal, state and county funds to support
housing and cornmunity dcveloprnent activities. Ernergency Management staff participate
in maintaining the Regional Catastrophic plan so that resources can be shared and
efficiencies gained. Community Development staff are involved with inter-jurisdictional
groups to develop and share policies and standards,
GOALS AND
Goal 15.1
POLICIES,
Provide ahbd�J"�rfo � xenice'and rcsu|�-ohcntcd
-
government that works with cit!zens, citizens groups,
institutions and service providers to recognize ancl solve
problems within the community.
Firm Foundation
POLICIES
I1
Implement the human services strategic approach and program zo supporta
solid foundation for all Tukwila residents, by providing high-quality services
and actively collaborating with service pruvidersto help meet basic nccds and
job readiness, including
Safety net for urgent and basic needs
--
Positive and healthy relationships
Support. for self-sufficiency
Information referral.
15.1.2 Enhance and encouragc effective partnerships across City departrnents and
with providers to meet comrnunity necds.
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rearraiiiged for fitfully accoiiding to issue topics
imploru.entation strategies are grouped at the
end of each poliriy section
Coed 4,
' Comment [RF71: Policies relocated fox clarity
w /in the element.
-- . comment [RFS): Needs updated to reflect
. Human Standees priorities. Solid foiludation
concept reified's Strategic Pan Goal 2.
Comment fftf9): Policy references Strategic
Plan. Goal 2 B
15.1.3
Ensure that land use, urban design, transportation, economic development
and other policies, plans and projects in °Tukwila consider human services
impacts and benefit existing and future populations in an equitable alimner.
Promote health, safety, and the quality of life through responsive and
responsible investment of public funds toward social and human services,
Implementation Strategies
▪ Advocate for populations with access and functional needs
understanding of the challenges they face.
and increase cotrintertt [RF10] : Language reflects hot:Jim:at
vetibtage changes and usage within the region.
Supports Strategic Plan Goat 2.8
• Disseminate information on local and regional human services programs.
▪ Work collaboratively with local partners to ensure that human, services are
accessible. This could include co-location of services within organizations
i.e. providing contracted services in the Tukwila School District or
supporting providers that engage with various city populations with
multiple access barriers. Comment [RFU]: Suggested in Strategic
FLu
• Strengthen and enhance informal supports and networks that help
individuals and families to access resources, connect to jobs and other
social and financial support:.
• Strengthen the City's partnership with schools to identify and pursue
shared goals toward building healthier students and families.
• Expand programs, such as class room visits by City staff, and the Tukwila.
City of Opportunity scholarship, that support students and recognize
Tukwila students' excellence.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with Tukwila and Highline School
Districts, college and technical schools, Small Business Administration, and
micro-enterprise support groups to provide employment readiness and
related services. Facilitate connections among educators, service providers
and businesses to link residents with job training and employment
opportunities
• Consider examples and models for public/private partnerships that will
promote the development of needed services and facilities, such as
childcare, social service and medical facilities, recreational uses, housing,
healthy food options and community facilities.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
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Comment [RF12.]: Strategtc Plan GuA 2 B.1
Comment [R.F13]: Strategic Plan Goat 2.3.2
Policies
15.1.5 Foster an environment of safety for those who live in, work in, and visit
Tukwila, through a broad and collaborative approach to reducing and
preventing crime, while .increasing a sense of safety and security
15.1.6 Maintain and update as required, a city-wide Comprehensive Emergency
Marnigement Phm (( EMP) ind program, ithatl:
- E`..stablishes a comprehensive all-hazards approach to .incident
management.,
- ensures ongoing operation and continuity of City government;
- Uses the National fncident Management System INNS);
- Serves to inform and educate City employees and the community about
emergency preparedness measures for all hazards, including flood and
climate-related emergencies;
Effectively utilizes available resources from all City departments, and
mutual aid partners in an adequate and timely response to emergency
situations, and
Addresses emergency preparedness for those with access and functional
needs, coordinating a broad range of stakeholders to improve planning
and responsive service.
15.1.7 Continue to meet or exceed federal minimum rninimum sianclards for the National Flood
Insurance Program to better protect public health and safety and to achieve
flood insurance premium discounts.
15.1.8 Ensure the City of Tukwila's continued participation in the National Flood
Insurance Program through periodic review and updating of flood plain
management standards and the flood zone construction permit process.
15.1.9
Encourage long-term community environmental security by supporting and
implementing the ITS. Conference of Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement,
climate pledges and commitments undertaken by the City, and other multi-
jurisdictional efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, address climate
change, and other impacts of changing global condition.
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Comment [11F14]: Strategic Plan Goal. I .15
MOMMAMEMMIMSMIMMIIIIMAMMIIIMIMM,
Comment (REIS]: Addrehses briar. crime
provention/reduction and Emergency
Management to in oaden concept of safety
Comment [RF16]: Cnns:stent with
Emergency Servitors plan. and Slate requirement
Comment [RIF171: Policy 15.1.7 Moved from
Utilities Element to supplanting emergency
services panting policy
Comment [RF18] : Policy OAS moved from
Utilities Figment, Implemented by 'MC 1E32,
Once updated flood maps are released,
Tukwila will develop
• flood zone cocEinuction
permit process
Comment [R1,19]: New pcilicy supports a
longer-term vieW eme.rgency planning to
include the developing climate change issues
and impacts. New implementation strategy
below provides specitac measures to reduce the
Cityls own -.1r.hoiti footprint,
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15.1,10 Lead by example to establish policy decisions and priorities, design programs
and facilities that consider long-term impacts on natural and human
environments to address susta inability and climate IChang4
Implementation Strategies
a Use design guidelines that implement environ
space principles to improve public safey.
• Engage businesses and residents in preventing crime and preparing for
em e rgen ci e F4.
• Support and advance community-oriented policing (e.g. .block watch
program, National Night Out Against Crime, Citizen's Academy).
• Adapt and expand. crime prevention, emergency education and personal
safety programs to reach diverse populations and to he culturally
appropriate.
ental design and defensible
Review case data to identify frequent violators and coordinate with service
providers to resolve Issues
• f':stablish and operate a Citizen's community policing task force.
11 Use police satellite centers to strengthen ties with the community.
• Continue to fund housing weatherization and rehabilitation programs.
111 Support Tukwila's crime-free multi-family program,
• Support and enhance strict enforcement of health and safety codes.
• Continue Tukwila's crime-free hotel/motel Iprograni
• implement the Emergency Services Plan.
• Employ a centralized emergency operations center.
Offer accessible emergency education programs and workshops in topics
such as earthquake preparedness that increase public safety, and
strengthen ties between th.e City and the comnumity.
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PC Recommended Draft
- r Comment ERF20.]: New policy references
teadership in sostainability iiticl climate change
isques for kingeriterm view or emergency
planning
Comment iftr211: 'EPI) Crime Prevention
unit CIEWS thiS thrOLigh (WED review of
:yielding plans
f coriment [RFnk Strategg 1 Goal I .1 .3 1
i
( Comment [RF2.3]: Strategic Ilan 1 14.4
Comment [RF24]: Crimertree hotel and
regUlated per FM( 5.60 (li,usiness
Licenses)
Comment [11.F251: Implements Policy 15.A .9
and 15,1,1 Or as well as Utilities element rmtictes
12.1.45 and 12,146. and associated strategies.
Suggested in PC Work Session, 6/24/14.
• Promote community. awareness, .responsibility, and participation in
sustainability efforts through public outreach programs and other
opportunities for change. Serve as catalyst and facilitator for partnerships
to leverage change in the broader community.
▪ Continue City-wide training and awareness to increase cultural
competency to better engage with Tukwila's diverse population.
• .0 se strategies such as Community Connectors and culture-specific
materials that connect directly with diverse communities to provide crime
prevention and emergency planning, information and training.
• Improve relationships between the City and the entire community
concerning publicISafety.
• Develop long-term partnerships and improved communication among
residents, businesses, schools, social service organizations, Tukwila police
department, and other City staff in crime intervention and safety
enhancement programs.
COMMUNICATION AND ENGAGEMENT
Policies
15.1.11
Use frequent and open communication and collaboration as an operating
principle in all affairs of the CitY!..
15.1.12 improve the City's ability to build trust and work with all members of the
community.
15.1.13
15.1.14 Broaden the City's outreach and communications toolkit to include innovative
technology and formats that enable two-way comrnunicatior4
15.1.15
Design and implement processes and programs to be user-friendly for the
public and efficient for City staff.
Strengthen the City's ability to engage with diverse populations within the
community, particularly those that do not participate in traditional formats,
by using a variety of participation techniques to reach all segments of the
population, where appropriate, at a suitable level of involvement and effort
for the issue at hand.
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• LComment [RF26]: References Strategic Plan
1,133
,JAYMITMIMMIMIMMMMIMMIMMIIMAMMIMKVM,
Comment [R.F27]; Strategy intended to
address it nproting relations With the entire
co min unity, rather than calling Tukwila's
lemnigran community% Added per Planning
Commission discussion, 6/24/14,
I
_ - - I Comment [RF28]: Policy relocated from
' different section •in element
Comment [RE291: New policy references
Strategic Plan 5 Ai
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151.16 Build meaningful connections between the City and the diverse communities
that make up the broader Tukwila coin omnity to foster their participation and
involvernen t„ in City affairs, and decision-nmking processes.
15;1,17 }Encourage community organizations (school groups, service clults,
community clubs, youth sports clubs, etc.) that highlight service and respond
to issues and need
15.1.18 Use the skills of cornmu nty members in appropriate paid and volunteer tasks
and programs.
15.1.19 Encourage the participation of dedicated, cornmunity-orented volunteers on
City Boards and Commissions; aiming for a broad and balanced
.representation of tnembers frorn the entire community.
Implementation Strategies
• Develop and use clear, well-documented administrative and permitting
processes.
• Provide timely and effective public notification of City actions i.e.
meetings, land use applications, etc.) to encourage early and meaningful
public participation.
• Use technology to make it easier for residents and businesses to interact
and do business with the City. (i.e. permit applications, development .
review, etc.).
• Conduct periodic and comprehensive reviews and updates of the Tukwila
Municipal Code and administrative policies to clarify intent, address
changed conditions and eliminate contradictions,
• Develop regulations and programs that are easy to understand for all
citizens and businesses.
• Support and advance clear, consistent code enforcement activities.
• Provide innovative opportunities for all community members to be
informed of and involved in local government issues, activities and events.
• Embrace the community's cultural diversity, and use cultural resources to
promote cross-cultural awareness and explore differing points of view.
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Comment [RF301: New policy--Strategic
•
0lan.Gooi5B,2
(Comment [RF311: Neloc; tod vy /ix element )
II Expand the linguistic and cultural competencies o : the City Council, staff
commissions and other city representative groups through .recruitment,
.training and hiring.
• Adopt engagement strategies, such as Community Conversations and
Council Chats that bring City staff and elected officials out into varied sites
in the community to engage in meaningful .ialogue with diverse cultures.
• Use and expand the capability to connect regularly on various issues with
diverse communities and groups via Community Connectors or a similar
mechanism.
• Develop a comprehensive communications plan that considers all aspects
of communication with the public.
• Prioritize upgrading and expanding the City of Tukwila's communications
capabilities, including graphics, .website social Imediziand other developing
technologies for greater ease of use and clarity.
• Provide expanded language capability in City communications:
o Translate key elements of the City of Tukwila website and other
materials into the City's most common non-English languages as
appropriate;
o Make interpreters readily available in conducting City business.
• Provide meeting, training, and recreation space in City facilities, giving
highest priority to local community groups and organizations.
• Assess and provide outreach to the community to create and use a list of
interested volunteers and their related skills and interests.
• Utilize a Volunteer Coordinator.
REGIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Goal 15.2
Policies
Foster a strong sense of regional responsibility and
accountability balanced by an awareness of regional mpacts on
the City and its citizens.
[
Comment [NG321: Public Comment at 15
1 hearing, 6726/14
COPtiment (RF33): Strategic Plan Goal 5
A2
-[Comment [kF34]: Strategic Plan 5A,2
Comment (RIF351t Social media and other —
deveiciping technologies essential for effective
Emotgerviy :Management
15.2.1 Enhance Tukwila's interests through participation in regional partnership. Comment [R361: New policy refotences
Strategic Mao Goal 4
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15.2.2 In reviewing proposals to site new or expanded essential public facilities
within the City, Tukwila shall consider accepting its regional share of facilities
which supply essential services, provided:
- other Cuinmu otics accept their share as .well.;
- the funding of regional facilities sited in !Llkwda relies on an equitable
regional source of funding, and
- the siting of all essential public facilities is based on sound land use
planning principles and is developed through working relationships with
affected neighborhoods, special purpose districts, ports and other
agencies which serve the Tukwila cominunity,
15,2.3 lAssure that essential public .facilities are located where necessary ancl that
they are conditioned as appropriate to ensure equity and to mitigate their
impacts on the corrnunity.
15,2.4 Public capital facilities of a countywide or statewide nature shall be sited to
support the countywide land use pattern, support economic activities,
mitigate environmental impacts, provide amenities or incentives, and
minimize public costs, Amenities or incentives shall be provided to
neighborhoods/jurisdictions in which facilities are sited,
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
• Encourage broad participation of City staff and elected officials in regional
agencies, organizations an.d in partnership.si to benefit the City. of Tukwila
and the community.
•
Seek leadership positions in local and regional bodies when
interests are affected,
rukwila's
Work collaboratively with other jurisdictions and consider environmental
justice principles when siting regional capital facilities to foster the
development of a healthy community.
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[Comment [RF37]: InTIE:nreiged through
IMC 1866.
,
Comment [RF38] : Focus on partnerships and
regional involvement per Strategic Man 43.1
Comment (R.391: Strategic Plan 4.112
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for policies and implecaelidation strategies that
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planning policy
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process
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City Boards and Commissions; aiming for alinthamdhvlan
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awareness of regional impacts on the City and its citizens.
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addresoed through development review
and permitting process, code enforcement,
hearing exatnimir as appropriate Delete.
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addressed Resolution 0 tirticem for
ew=tj"di=ial open record hearings
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POLICIES
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1.5.2.1Z In reviewing proposals to site new or expanded essential public facilities within
the City, Tukwila shall consider accepting its regional share of facilities which
pfeiide-slipabesse n ti al se rv•i ce s, providedj
other communities accept their share as ell;rpfe44e-d
the funding of regional facilities sited in Tukwila relies on an equitable
regional source of funding, and pfeivided
the siting of all essential public facilities is based on sound land use
planning principles and is developed through working relationships with
affected neighborhoods, special purpose districts, ports and other
agencies which serve the Tukwila community.
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are located where necessary and that: they are conditioned as appropriate
gi'su,qygyto mitigate their impacts on the community.
1.5.2.4 Public capital facilities of a countywide or statewide nature shall he sited to
support the countywide land use pattern, support economic activities, mitigate
environmental impacts, provide amenities or incentives, and minimize public
costs. .Amenities or incentives shall be provided to neighborhoods/jurisdictions
in •which facilities are sited.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
August 2014
11th (Monday)
12th (Tuesday)
13th (Wednesday)
14th (Thursday)
15th (Friday)
16th (Saturday)
➢ Transportation
Crate,
5:15 PM
(Foster
Conference
Room)
➢ City Council
Committee of
the Whole Mtg.,
7:00 PM
(Council
Chambers)
➢ Community
Affairs & Parks
Crate,
5:30 PM
(Hazelnut
Conference
Room
➢ Tukwila
International
Boulevard
Action Crate,
7:00 PM
(Community
Center)
Peanut Butter and
Jam Family
Entertainment
Series
family fun!
FREE am
f
12:00 Noon
(Community Center
by the Spray Park)
This week:
Johnny Bregar
> COPCAB,
6:30 PM
(Duwamish
Conference
R
Room)
FREE Summer
Outdoor Cinema
Series
Donation of two cans
of food per family
member requested to
support the Tukwila
Food Pantry
(Community Center)
Seating area opens at
8:00 PM. Movie
starts at dusk.
Today's movie:
The Nut Job
(Rated PG)
18th (Monday)
19th (Tuesday)
20th (Wednesday)
21st (Thursday)
22nd (Friday)
23rd (Saturday)
➢ Utilities Crate,
5:15 PM
(Foster
Conference
Room
➢ City Council
Executive
Session,
6:00 PM
(Hazelnut
Conference
Room)
➢ City Council
Regular Mtg.,
7:00 PM
(Council
Chambers)
➢ Finance &
Safety Crate,
5:30 PM
(Hazelnut
Conference
f
Room)
Peanut Butter and
Jam Family
Entertainment
Series
FREE family fun!
12:00 Noon
(Community Center
by the Spray Park)
This week:
The Not -Its!
So. Park
Commission,
5:30 PM
(Community
Center)
> Tukwila
Historical
Society,
7:00 PM
(Tukwila
(I
Heritage &
g
Cultural Center;
14475 59th
S. )
FREE Summer
Outdoor Cinema
Series
Donation of two cans
of food per family
member requested to
support the Tukwila
Food Pantry
(Community Center)
Seating area opens at
Seatin
8:00 PM. Movie
starts at dusk.
Today's movie:
Frozen
(Rated PG)
Tukwila Kids'
Festival
Noon — 4:00 PM
(Cascade View Park
37th
14211 37 Ave S.)
Free Family Fun for
the whole family !
Entertainment,
Exhibits and Arts &
Crafts.
> Arts Commission: 1st Tues., 5:30 PM, Tukwila Community Center. Contact Stephanie Gardner at 206 -767 -2342.
> City Council Committee of Whole (C.O.W.) Meeting: 2nd & 4th Mon., 7:00 PM, Council Chambers at City Hall.
> City Council Regular Meeting: 1st & 3rd Mon., 7:00 PM, Council Chambers at City Hall.
> Community Affairs & Parks Committee: 2nd & 4th Tues., 5:30 PM, Hazelnut Conf. Room (A) An amendment to the Duwamish
Gardens contract. (B) An update on after-school programming. (C) An Inter•local Agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's
Wildlife Services. (D) Plan for tr•ansitioning the Tukwila Metropolitan Park District (MPD) from using a contracted operator (City of
Tukwila) to a self - operating model.
➢ COPCAB (Community Oriented Policing Citizens Adv. Board): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 PM, Duwamish Conference Room. Contact Chris
Partman (206- 431 - 2197).
> Equity & Diversity Commission: 1st Thurs., 5:15 PM, Hazelnut Conf Room. Contact Joyce Tr•antina at 206 - 433 -1868.
> Finance & Safety Committee: 1st & 3rd Tues., 5:30 PM, Hazelnut Conf. Room.
> Library Advisory Board: 1st Tues., 7:00 PM, Community Center. Contact Stephanie Gardner at 206 -767 -2342.
> Park Commission: 3rd Wed., 5:30 PM, Community Center. Contact Dave Johnson at 206 - 767 -2308.
> Transportation Committee: 2nd & 4th Mon., 5:15 PM, Foster Conf Room (A) Cascade View Safe Routes to School, Bid Award
(B) Tukwila MIC Smart Sweet Non - Motorized Project, Bid Award (C) Tukwila MIC Smart Sweet Non - Motorized Project,
Construction Management Consultant Selection and Agreement (D) 2014 Grant Applications for Washington State Transportation
Improvement Board. (E) Resolution to Surplus City Equipment.
> Tukwila Historical Society: 3rd Thurs., 7:00 PM , Tukwila Heritage & Cultural Center, 14475 59th Avenue S. Contact Joan
Hernandez at 206 -248 -0260.
>Tukwila Int'l. Blvd. Action Cmte: 2nd Tues., 7:00 PM, Tukwila Community Center. Contact Chief Villa at 206 - 433 -1815.
> Utilities Committee: 1st & 3rd Mon., 5:15 PM, Foster Conf. Room
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Tentative Agenda Schedule
MONTH
MEETING 1—
REGULAR
MEETING 2 -
C.O.W.
MEETING 3 -
REGULAR
MEETING 4 -
C.O.W.
August
4
11
See agenda packet
cover sheet for this
week's agenda
(August 11, 2014
Committee of the Whole
Meeting).
18
25
Public Hearings:
Comprehensive Plan
Element.
An ordinance
relating Street the South
180th Street rezone.
Special Issues:
6:00 PM
Executive Session
Special Presentations:
P
Introduction of Kris
Kelly - Parks
Supervisor.
2nd Qtr. 2014
Financial Results.
Comprehensive Plan
Element.
An ordinance
relating to the South
180th Street rezone.
September
2 (Tuesday)
Special Presentations:
8
15
Special Presentation:
22
Special Presentation:
Indoor Air
Environmental
Health Project
Update.
Budget Update
2015 -2016.
Proclamation:
New Fire Department
Engine.
Proclamation:
Tukwila International
Boulevard 1 year later.
Committee of the
Whole to be followed
by a Special Meeting.
Mayors Day of
Concern for the
Hungry.
Unfinished Business:
A proclamation for
National Recovery
Month.
Comprehensive Plan
Element ordinance.
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