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SUMMARY A Speed Camera Equity Analysis was completed and presented to the Council COW meeting
on 1/13/25. After further discussion with the City Attorney's office, their recommendation
is to have the council formally accept the analysis.
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COMMITTEE Majority Approval; Forward to 4/21 Regular Consent Agenda
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MTG. DATE ATTACHMENTS
4/21/25 Information Memorandum dated 4/8/2025
Speed Camera Equity Analysis
RCW 46.63.220
Minutes from the 1/13/25 Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes from the 4/14/2025 Community Services & Safety Committee Meeting
COUNCIL AGENDA SYNOPSIS
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City of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Community Services & Safety Committee
FROM: Eric Drever, Chief of Police
BY: Eric Lund, Deputy Chief of Police
CC: Thomas McLeod
DATE: April 8, 2025
SUBJECT: Speed Camera Equity Analysis Acceptance
ISSUE
City Council is being asked to accept the Speed Camera Equity Analysis that was initially
presented to Council on January 13, 2025.
BACKGROUND
In September of 2021, a speed camera was installed in the city in the school zone near
Showalter Middle School. In 2022, Washington State enacted Senate Bill 5974 which revised
the law governing the use of Speed Safety Cameras for traffic enforcement. This bill allowed
cameras to be installed near hospitals, parks, and school walking routes. Additionally, the bill
required that cities conduct an equity assessment on the impact of the potential placement of
new cameras prior to their installation.
The 3 proposed locations are:
• 12500 block of 50th Place S (Codiga Park)
• 14200 block of 42nd Ave S (Foster High School)
• 15000 block of 42nd Ave S (Thorndyke Elementary School)
DISCUSSION
The Equity Analysis was presented at the January 13th, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting.
Councilmembers expressed support for the cameras. After further review by the City Attorney’s
office, the recommendation was to bring the Equity Analysis back to the council to vote on
whether to “accept” the Equity Analysis or not.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact to the city related to accepting the Equity Analysis.
RECOMMENDATION
The Committee is being asked to accept the Equity Analysis and forward to the April 21, 2025
Consent Agenda.
ATTACHMENTS
Speed Camera Equity Analysis
RCW 46.63.220
COW Meeting Minutes 1/13/25
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Speed Safety
Camera Equity
Analysis
Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief, Tukwila Police Department & Jo Anderson,
Inclusion and Engagement Manager, City of Tukwila
12-16-2024
Attachment A
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Purpose
This speed safety camera equity analysis report was prepared in accordance Revised Code of
Washington (“RCW”) Section 46.63.220(3). The goal of this report is to provide an analysis of equity
considerations of the proposed traffic speed safety camera locations and examine whether there is a
demonstrated need for such cameras. The proposed locations of the speed safety cameras (“SSCs”) are
as follows:
• Codiga Park – 12500 block 50th Place S. (Public Park Speed Zone)
• Foster High School – 14200 block of 42nd Ave. S (School Speed Zone)
• Thorndyke Elementary School – 15000 block of 42nd Ave. S. (School Speed Zone)
Generally, SSCs have been shown to significantly reduce speed violations and crashes. Further,
compared to traditional traffic enforcement like traffic stops, studies suggest that SSCs may address
various inequities that are inherent in traffic enforcement by (1) reducing pedestrian deaths in car
crashes, especially among Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (“BIPOC”) who are more affected by
traffic deaths, and (2) removing social bias, such as racial profiling, by only focusing on vehicles and
license plates.
Thus, at first glance, a speed safety camera program appears to be a more equitable system, as cameras
initiate enforcement action objectively based on vehicle speed. However, camera placement can have a
disproportionate impact on low-income and other historically marginalized communities. Careful
consideration of camera placement is important to avoid unintended consequences.1
Background
In 2019, the City of Tukwila adopted Ordinance No. 2612 authorizing the use of SSCs in school zones.
Currently, the City has one SSC installed near Showalter Middle School, which became operational in
September 2021. The Showalter Middle School SSC is located on S. 144th St in between Showalter
Middle School and Foster High School, adjacent to the football stadium. The school zone’s 20 MPH
speed limit is currently enforced solely during school hours.
In 2022, Washington State enacted Senate Bill 5974, which revised the law governing the use of SSCs for
traffic enforcement. The updated legislation broadened the permissible locations for these cameras,
allowing their installation near hospitals, parks, school walking routes, and at intersections with above-
average crash rates. In addition, the law now requires that cities and counties conduct an equity
assessment on the impact of the potential placement of the SSC prior to its installation. This equity
analysis must evaluate how the camera's placement affects the local community's livability, accessibility,
economic wellbeing, educational opportunities, and environmental health. Furthermore, the analysis
must also show a demonstrated need for traffic cameras based on one or more of the following in the
vicinity of the proposed camera location.
1 Washington Traffic Safety Commission Speed Safety Readiness Guide 2023
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Community Engagement
Before starting a SSC program, it's important to engage with the community to provide information
about the new initiative and give them a chance to ask questions.2 While the proposed Codiga Park
location is a direct response to resident concerns, the additional school locations were proposed to the
Council based on the effectiveness of the SSC at Showalter Middle School. Community support for
cameras at Foster High School and Thorndyke Elementary School would benefit from engagement with
students, parents, educators, and surrounding residents. Offering transparent information and open
dialogue about SSCs will give people an opportunity to have their questions answered and ideas heard.
For the proposed Codiga Park location, there has been a mix of community engagement and discussion
at Council Meetings with Allentown residents. A community group named Allentown Advocates was
formed after the Allentown Bridge was closed due to a collision. This group has highlighted several
issues, including the problem of speeding vehicles. Members of the police department regularly attend
these meetings. In addition, at the January 3, 2022 Council Meeting, Allentown residents provided public
comment about many traffic related issues, including excessive speed in their neighborhood. The idea of
Park Safety Zone speed cameras was further discussed at Council Committee Meetings in August of
2022.
For the proposed Foster High School and Thorndyke Elementary School locations, Council discussed
placing cameras in these locations at the September 26, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting. At the
meeting, several clarifying questions were asked by councilmembers, with an emphasis on the
importance of reaching a balance between disproportionately impacting vulnerable communities and
enforcing laws against speeding to ensure public safety. It was noted during this meeting that the
operational speed camera near Showalter was effective. Speed violations were reduced by 59% by the
end of the 2021 school year. During the October 3, 2022 meeting, council voted 6-1 in favor of acquiring
additional school zone cameras.
About the Proposed Locations
The three proposed locations are aligned with RCW 46.63.210, RCW 46.63.220, and TMC Chapter 9.53,
which designates the zones as subject to specified restrictions and penalties and allows installation.
Deploying cameras in such locations are most likely to protect vulnerable road users, such as students
travelling to and from school as well as children, older adults, people on wheels – wheelchairs and
scooters, strollers, bicycles, etc. to and from the park.
Codiga Park - 12500 50th Pl S
Codiga Park is located in the Allentown neighborhood of Tukwila. This is generally contained within U.S.
Census Tract 263 according to the United State Census Bureau. (ANNEX A)
An estimated 74% of residents in this neighborhood tract are people of color.3 They are more likely to
identify as Asian or White, have a higher median household income, and a lower poverty rate as
2 Washington Traffic Safety Commission Speed Safety Readiness Guide 2023
3 American Community Study (ACS) 2022 5-year estimate
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compared to residents in the entire City of Tukwila. The number of residents under the age of 18 is 20%
higher than the rate in Tukwila and those over 65 is a percentage higher than the City. (ANNEX B)
Data pulled from recent speeding infractions issued by Tukwila PD officers in the Allentown
neighborhood show that many non-Tukwila residents use S. 129th Pl, 50th Pl S., and S. 124th St as a cut-
through to avoid traffic. The zip code 98178 and Seattle was listed as the highest home address for
those that were issued a speeding infraction by officers. The Zip Code 98178 encompasses a large area
of Seattle and has a higher median household income than Allentown ($96,875 vs $83,958)4
Thorndyke Elementary School – 15000 42nd Ave S
The proposed installation of a school zone speed camera near the school walk zone of Thorndyke
Elementary School is in the 15000 block of 42nd Ave S. According to the Washington Office of
Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), there were 375 students enrolled at Thorndyke Elementary
School during the 2023-24 academic year. Approximately 91.5% of the school’s student population are
low-income, and students are more likely to identify as Hispanic/Latino and Black/African American.5
The area around Thorndyke Elementary School is generally contained in U.S. Census Tract 282 according
to the United States Census. (ANNEX C). Based on the demographics of this neighborhood the analysis
found that residents within this neighborhood tract are more likely to identify as Hispanic/Latino, Black,
Asian, or White. This area has a lower median household income and a lower poverty rate as compared
to residents of Tukwila. (ANNEX D)
Foster High School – 14200 42nd Ave S.
The proposed installation of a school zone speed camera near the school walk zone of Foster High
School is on 42nd Ave S in the 14000 block. According to OSPI, there were 896 students enrolled at Foster
High School during the 2023-24 academic year. Approximately 78.3% of the student population are low-
income, and students are more likely to identify as Hispanic/Latino, Black/African American, and Asian.
This area is generally contained in U.S. Census Tract 272 according to the United States Census. (ANNEX
E). Based on the demographics of this neighborhood the analysis found that residents within this
neighborhood tract are more likely to identify as Hispanic/Latino, Black, Asian, or White. This area has a
lower median household income and has a higher poverty rate as compared to residents in the entire
City of Tukwila. This neighborhood also has a higher percentage of residents under the age of 18
compared to the City of Tukwila and King County. (ANNEX F)
Equity Considerations and Opportunities
Impact on Livability
General Equity Considerations: In many cities, there is a history of underinvestment in transportation
infrastructure in low-income communities and communities of color. Higher income and predominately
white neighborhoods are more likely to have better road engineering that naturally moderates vehicle
speed. Legacy systems that didn’t fully consider environmental or community impact, on the other
4 https://censusreporter.org/profiles/14000US53033026300-census-tract-263-king-wa/
5 https://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/ReportCard/ViewSchoolOrDistrict/101401
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hand, have resulted in highways and other arterial roads with higher speeds running through historically
marginalized communities. In these communities, installing a speed safety camera may further penalize
the residents for the city’s lack of investment in road engineering in that neighborhood.6
Opportunities: Speed cameras can enhance livability by reducing traffic speeds and improving road
safety. This can lead to fewer accidents, injuries, and fatalities, making neighborhoods safer for
residents, particularly for pedestrians. Enhanced safety can also contribute to a more pleasant and
peaceful living environment.
Measure the effectiveness and impact of the program. Seek permanent solutions. If the installation of
cameras does not reduce speed violations in the proposed areas, the City should consider other
alternatives, such as traffic calming and road design. “Self-enforcing roadways are a preferred strategy
for reducing vehicle speed.”7 Revenue from the traffic safety camera program should be invested
towards permanently solving the problem through improved engineering or other long-term solutions.
Estimated Impact of SSC Locations on Livability:
1. Codiga Park Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on livability across all segments of
the community. By promoting safer vehicle speeds in this neighborhood, a SSC at this location
will enable community members to ingress and egress their homes in a safer manner and enjoy
a more peaceful living environment. This is particularly important in the Allentown
neighborhood, which already experiences a larger volume of traffic associated with the nearby
BNSF Intermodal Facility and non-City residents using local streets as a cut-through to avoid
traffic.
2. Thorndyke Elementary School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on livability across all segments of
the community. By promoting safer vehicle speeds in this neighborhood, a SSC at this location
will enable community members to ingress and egress their homes in a safer manner abd enjoy
a more peaceful living environment.
3. Foster High School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on livability across all segments of
the community. By promoting safer vehicle speeds in this neighborhood, a SSC at this location
will enable community members to ingress and egress their homes in a safer manner and enjoy
a more peaceful living environment.
Impact on Accessibility
General Equity Considerations: Accessibility is generally understood to be the ability for a person with a
disability to use or understand something with reasonable effort and safety. This means that a person
6 Washington Traffic Safety Commission Speed Safety Readiness Guide 2023
7 Washington Traffic Safety Commission Speed Safety Readiness Guide 2023
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with a disability should be able to access the same services, information, and interactions as someone
without a disability.
Opportunities:
Properly placed speed cameras can improve accessibility by ensuring that roads are safer and more
predictable for all users. Again, revenue from the traffic safety camera program should be invested
towards permanently solving the problem through improved engineering or other long-term solutions.
Further, it is important that drivers and pedestrians are aware of the changes. At SSC locations the City
should use plain and clear signage, find ways to communicate with diverse language groups, and ensure
the administration of traffic infractions in accessible ways (e.g., online, mail, readable text, etc.).8
Estimated Impact of SSC Locations on Accessibility:
1. Codiga Park Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on accessibility across all segments of
the community. In the Allentown neighborhood, there are very few sidewalks, which means that
pedestrians including people on wheels – wheelchairs and scooters, strollers, bicycles, etc. must
use the shoulder. To access Codiga Park, pedestrians would most likely need to using a soft
shoulder with vehicular traffic buzzing by. This is especially true in the proposed school zone
locations as 42nd Ave S is a highly traveled roadway and many students either walk along it or
cross it to get to their school. The placement of a SCC in this location is expected to increase
accessibility in the surrounding neighborhood.
2. Thorndyke Elementary School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on accessibility across all segments of
the community, especially families and children. Accessibility is particularly important near
schools, parks, and community centers, where reduced speeds facilitate safer access for
students. For this location in particular, most (if not all) students that attend Thorndyke
Elementary School are younger, and, therefore, the most at-risk to be injured or killed by
vehicles travelling at high rates of speed.
3. Foster High School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a positive impact on accessibility across all segments of
the community, especially families and children. Accessibility is particularly important near
schools, parks, and community centers, where reduced speeds facilitate safer access for
students.
Impact on Economics
General Equity Considerations: Speed cameras can have mixed effects on the local economy. On one
hand, reduced traffic accidents can lower healthcare and property damage costs, benefiting local
economies. On the other hand, fines from speed cameras is a financial burden for some.
8 Adapted from the City of Lake Forest Park Traffic Speed Safety Camera Equity Impact Analysis produced by
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It is important to ensure the equitable distribution of both the economic benefits and the burdens of
speed safety cameras in the areas where they are located. Commuters, who are relatively more diverse
and have lower incomes than the residents of the SSC's surrounding neighborhood, may experience a
disproportionate financial burden from SSC placement and speed zone enforcement.9
Opportunities: RCW 46.63.220 adds other traffic camera revenue use restrictions based on a
jurisdiction’s population. Jurisdictions with populations of 10,000 or more must spend at least a
proportionate share of their traffic safety camera revenue (excluding program operation costs) on
undertaking the permitted traffic safety activities in census tracts with household incomes in the lowest
quartile (determined by the most currently available census data) and in areas that have injury crash
rates above the jurisdiction’s average.
Additionally, RCW 46.63.220(16) and Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 9.53 sets the penalty for safety
cameras violations at a maximum of $145, and may double for a school speed zone camera. The City has
already adopted the practice of issuing a warning for first violation. While Tukwila Municipal Court has a
history of considering equitable approaches to reducing monetary penalties, beginning June 6th, 2024
the City will also comply with RCW 46.63.220(15), allowing recipients of state public assistance to
request 50% reduced penalties. Jurisdictions may also consider other options and alternatives for low-
income violators not receiving state assistance such as:
• Due date extensions
• Payment plans
• Community service
• Traffic safety education
Estimated Impact of SSC Locations on Economics:
1. Codiga Park Location
A SSC at this location is not expected to have a significant disproportionate impact on lower
income individuals. The majority of the residents that live near this location have a higher
median household income and a lower poverty rate as compared to other residents in the City
of Tukwila. However, historically, most of the speeding infractions issued by the Tukwila Police
Department this neighborhood were actually issued to individuals who live outside of the City.
Most of the individuals cited for speeding listed their zip code as 98178, which encompasses a
large area of the City Seattle and recent data indicates that residents that live in this are have a
higher median household income than those that live near this location ($96,875 vs $83,958).
2. Thorndyke Elementary School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a slight disproportionate impact on lower income
individuals. The median household income in this area is lower than the median income for City
of Tukwila resident. But, the poverty rate is also lower than the Citywide rate. This suggests
that the residents that live near this location have less economic power, but not quite in
poverty.
9 City of Lake Forest Park Equity Analysis produced by ECOnorthwest
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3. Foster High School Location
A SSC at this location is expected to have a slight disproportionate impact on lower income
individuals. The median income of residents in this neighborhood is lower than the median
income of all City of Tukwila residents. In addition, this area also has a greater poverty rate
when compared to the City’s average poverty rate. However, the difference, while significant, is
not major. According to recent census data, the median household income in this neighborhood
is $9,091 less than the median income of all City residents, and an poverty rate increase of 3.1%.
Homeownership rate is also significantly higher in this neighborhood, which means that
residents in this area are not subject to increasing rents. As a result, the placement of a SCC in
this location may have a disproportionate impact on lower income individuals.
Impact on Educational Opportunities
Equity Consideration: Children’s ability to get to school in a safe and timely manner is crucial to their
educational attainment.
Opportunity: By improving road safety, speed cameras can contribute to safer routes for students
traveling to and from schools. This can positively influence school attendance and overall student well-
being, as parents may feel more confident allowing their children to walk or bike to school. 42nd Ave S is
a main north/south route with steady traffic volumes. Children are present before and after school. In
the case of the location near Foster High School, many students will cross 42nd Ave S, but not at a
controlled intersection, on their way to and from school. Reducing speed at this location will reduce
collisions and near misses to pedestrians.
Estimated Impact of SSC Locations on Educational Opportunities:
1. Codiga Park Location
A SSC at this location will not have an direct positive impact on educational opportunities.
Although this location is not near a school or other educational facility, the number of residents,
under the age of 18, in this neighborhood is 20% higher than the rate in Tukwila. Therefore, it is
expected that by enabling more stringent enforcement of speed in this area, the placement of a
SSC in this location will better enable children to ingress and egress to their nearby school in a
safe and timely manner.
2. Thorndyke Elementary School Location
A SSC at this location will have a significant positive impact on educational opportunities. The
proposed location of this SCC will be near the school walk zone of Thorndyke Elementary School
in the 15000 block of 42nd Avenue South. The close proximity of the camera to the school will
help ensure that children are able to attend the school in a safe and timely manner.
3. Foster High School Location
A SSC at this location will have a significant positive impact on educational opportunities. The
proposed location of this SCC will be near the school walk zone of Foster High School is on 42nd
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Ave S in the 14000 block. The close proximity of the camera to the school will help ensure that
children are able to attend the school in a safe and timely manner.
Impact on Environmental Health
General Equity Considerations: Historically, the disproportionate burden of environmental harm is
experienced by marginalized communities.
Opportunity: Speed cameras can indirectly benefit environmental health by promoting smoother traffic
flow and reducing aggressive driving behaviors. This can lead to lower vehicle emissions, as smoother
driving reduces fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, safer roads can
encourage more people to walk or bike, further reducing environmental impacts.
Estimated Impact of SSC Locations on Educational Opportunities:
1. Codiga Park Location
An SSC at this location will have a positive impact on environmental health across all segments
of the community. An SSC will promote slower vehicle speeds, thereby reducing the likelihood
of traffic collisions, fuel consumption, and the emission of greenhouse gases.
2. Thorndyke Elementary School Location
A SSC at this location will have a positive impact on environmental health across all segments of
the community, especially families and children. A SSC will promote slower vehicle, thereby
reducing the likelihood of major traffic collisions, fuel consumption, and the emission of
greenhouse gases. This positive effect will greatly benefit students attending the Thorndyke
Elementary School, who are particularly vulnerable to these negative effects on environmental
health due to their age, size, and mobility.
3. Foster High School Location
An SSC at this location will have a positive impact on environmental health across all segments
of the community, especially families and children. A SSC will promote slower vehicle, thereby
reducing the likelihood of major traffic collisions, fuel consumption, and the emission of
greenhouse gases. This positive effect will greatly benefit students attending the nearby Foster
High School, who are particularly vulnerable to these negative effects on environmental health
due to their age, size, and mobility.
Speed Data Analysis
To determine whether there is a demonstrated need for SSCs at the proposed locations, the Police
Department conducted a speed data analysis of the Codiga Park, Thorndyke Elementary School, and
Foster High School locations. This analysis included speed studies and a review of recent speeding
tickets and crashes that occurred in the area. Speed and crash data is particularly important to consider
because “the average risk of severe injury for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle reaches 10% at an impact
speed of 16 mph, 25% at 23 mph, 50% at 31 mph, 75% at 39 mph, and 90% at 46 mph. The average risk
of death for a pedestrian reaches 10% at an impact speed of 23 mph, 25% at 32 mph, 50% at 42 mph,
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75% at 50 mph, and 90% at 58 mph.”10 In sum, the results of the analysis showed a high percentage of
vehicles are speeding at dangerous rates in all three proposed locations.
Speed Studies
Speed studies were conducted at the three locations in 2022 using speed measuring devices (Tables 2a – 2c). As
illustrated below, the data shows that every day more than half of the total vehicles were traveling at least 11MPH
more than the posted speed limit.
Table 2a: Codiga Park
Sunday 7/31/22 Monday 8/1/22 Tuesday 8/2/22
Total vehicle count 2134 3021 3189
11+ MPH over the limit 1548 1747 1962
Percent 72% 57% 61%
Table 2b: 15000 42nd Ave S (Thorndyke Elementary School) – School Zone
Wednesday 12/14/22 Thursday 12/15/22 Friday 12/16/22
Total vehicle count 1177 1001 1055
6+ MPH over the limit 607 584 561
Percent 51% 58% 53%
Table 2c: 14200 42nd Ave S (Foster High School) - School Zone*
September 2022 Daily Average October 2022 Daily Average
Total Vehicle Count 1077 1337
6+MPH over the limit 682 613
Percent 63% 45%
* The data near Foster High School (Table 2c) was conducted with the permanently mounted speed radar signs
that were always turned on. The data in Table 3c is the daily average as opposed to actual count in Table 2a and
2b.
Recent Speeding Ticket Analysis – Allentown
The Police Department also analyzed speeding ticket data for the Allentown neighborhood between
7/15/24 and 9/19/24 (Table 1). Altogether, the Police Department’s Traffic Unit issued 79 speeding
infractions during this period. To better understand the impact of a SSC at the Codiga Park location, the
Police Department collected and analyzed the city listed as the home residence of the driver of the
speeding vehicle.
10 Tefft, B.C. (2011). Impact Speed and a Pedestrian’s Risk of Severe Injury or Death (Technical Report). Washington,
D.C.: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
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Forty of the 79 speeding drivers, who were issued speeding infractions, listed a Seattle address as their
home (about 50% of the total). Tukwila follows with 15 entries (about 19% of the total). Other cities,
including SeaTac, Burien, Renton, and others, have significantly fewer occurrences, ranging from 1 to 4
entries each.
Table 1: City of Residence of Speeding Violators – Codiga Park Location
The data shows that a significant majority of drivers who received speeding infractions during this time-period
reside in Seattle, specifically ZIP code 98178. Out of the total entries, Seattle ZIP codes account for a substantial
portion of the citations. During rush hour on I-5, it is believed that many motorists use Allentown as a cut-
through to I-405 to avoid daily freeway congestion. Addressing this issue in Allentown could enhance road
safety and reduce the frequency of speeding infractions in the area.
Crash Data
An analysis of crash data over the past 5 years (2019-2023) near the proposed locations (ANNEX G)
found that 42nd Ave S. has had a high level of crashes between S. 140th St and Southcenter Blvd. There is
a significant number of students traveling on 42nd Ave S Thorndyke Elementary School and Foster High
School are both near 42nd Ave S. Especially near the high school, many students will cross 42nd Ave S at
places other than the controlled intersection. With the number of crashes all along 42nd Ave S., it is
extremely important to keep vehicle speeds low for the safety of our students. The two locations are
already clearly marked school zones by signage, but, as the speed study shows (page 6), approximately
50% of the vehicles exceed the speed limit by 6MPH or more. The yearly average of collisions along 42nd
Ave S in the past 5 years is 17.2 crashes per year.
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The crash data near Codiga Park is much lower. There have been a total of 17 crashes in the past 5 years
along S. 129th St and S. 124th St. This is an average of 3.4 crashes per year. Although the crash data is
minimal compared to the other locations, the Codiga Park speed data shows that well over 50% (in one
day over 70%) of the vehicles are traveling 11MPH or more over the posted speed limit (page 5 – Table
2a).
Speed Camera Deployment
The following steps are required or encouraged either by Washington State Law or best practices.11
• Signage – The law requires that signs notifying drivers of speed safety cameras be installed at least 30
days prior to activation of the camera.
• Warnings – Cities should consider establishing a period of time after installation (usually 30 days) when
all violators receive a warning. This was the practice after installing the school zone speed camera near
Showalter Middle School in 2021.
• Enforcement tolerance threshold – NHTSA recommends a threshold of up to 11MPH on most roads,
and no less than 6MPH in school zones and other locations with lower speed limits where pedestrians
and children might be present, such as neighborhoods, playgrounds, and parks.12
• Due Process – The agency managing the SSC program has adequate staffing to send out timely notice.
State law requires the infraction be mailed to the registered owner within 14 days of the violation.
City Staffing
If the three proposed locations are approved by council, this will increase the number of infractions and
time needed by court staff to process and adjudicate. Tukwila Municipal Court staff relayed that they
believe that they have the appropriate amount of staff to handle the increase.
Summary
The City of Tukwila is planning to implement new cameras to enhance public safety by reducing
speeding in key areas. To ensure the initiative is equitable, the city has focused on placing the cameras
in locations with a high potential for accidents or traffic violations, while considering the demographic
diversity of the neighborhoods affected. This ensures that the benefits, such as safer streets, are fairly
distributed across different communities while potential harms, such as financial burden, are mitigated.
The placement and deployment of these cameras are informed by best practices in equitable traffic
management, drawing on national research and local data. These steps help ensure that the program
addresses both safety concerns and social fairness, while improving the overall quality of life for all
Tukwila community members.
From the analysis, equity considerations and opportunities were identified in the areas of livability,
accessibility, economics, education, and environmental health. The City will adhere to state
11 Washington Traffic Safety Commission Speed Safety Readiness Guide 2023
12 National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. (2008, March). Speed Enforcement Camera Systems
Operational Guidelines.
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requirements and consider additional opportunities to increase equity and mitigate burden for those
most impacted by disparities. Identified opportunities to increase equity in the proposed locations
include:
• Enhancing livability by reducing traffic speeds and improving road safety. Using revenue from
the program to invest in permanent, long-term solutions.
• Improving accessibility, particularly for people with disabilities, by ensuring that roads are safer
and more predictable, using plain and clear signage, and administering traffic infractions in
accessible ways.
• Addressing impact on economics by using program revenues towards traffic safety activities in
low-income neighborhoods and areas with higher injury crash rates. Also, continuing to use
equitable approaches to reducing monetary penalties.
• Addressing impact on educational opportunities by creating safer routes for students traveling
to and from school. This can positively influence school attendance and overall student
wellbeing.
• Addressing impact on environmental health by promoting smoother traffic flow, reducing
aggressive driving behavior and emissions, and encouraging walking and cycling in areas where
marginalized communities experience environmental harm.
Reporting and continued evaluation are required. Cities and counties using traffic cameras must also
post an annual report on their websites showing the number of traffic crashes that have occurred at
each camera’s location, and the number of infraction notices generated from each camera. Starting
January 1, 2026, this required annual report must also indicate the percentage of traffic camera revenue
used to pay the jurisdiction’s camera program costs, and how the jurisdiction used any revenue that
exceeded those costs.
The future of Tukwila’s traffic safety camera program should benefit all residents equally, enhancing
safety without disproportionately burdening any specific group. To that end, future camera placement
decisions should be informed by an equity analysis, including data and community engagement with
those most impacted by inequities.
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ANNEX A
Census Tract 263 - Allentown
The red dot is the approximate proposed location near Codiga Park. 50th Pl S and S. 124th St are classified as a
Collector Arterials per TMC 9.18.03013. A collector arterial is a type of roadway designed to gather traffic from
local streets and funnel it to larger, more heavily traveled roads like major arterials or highways. It balances the
function of providing access to local properties (like homes and businesses) with the need to move moderate
volumes of traffic over longer distances. Collector arterials typically handle more traffic than local streets but
13 Tukwila Municipal Code Link
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less than major arterials, serving both residential and commercial areas while connecting neighborhoods to key
routes.
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ANNEX B
Demographic Data from U.S. Census Tract 263 vs City of Tukwila vs King County14
Demographic Census Tract 263
(Allentown)
City of Tukwila King County
Race and Ethnicity*
White 26% 29% 56%
Black/African American 12% 17% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 7% 1% 0%
Asian 41% 24% 19%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 1% 3% 1%
Hispanic 12% 22% 10%
Age
Percent Under 18 years old 21% 18% 20%
Percent Over 65 years old 12% 11% 14%
Wealth and Income
Poverty Rate 4% 13.3% 8.5%
Median Household Income $83,958 $76,331 $116,340
Other Socioeconomic Indicators
Percent of Residents with
Bachelor’s or higher
27.3% 25.8% 54.9%
Homeownership Rate 67.0% 42.4% 55.6%
* Margin of error is at least 10 percent of the total value. Take care with these statistics.
14 Source - https://censusreporter.org/profiles/14000US53033026300-census-tract-263-king-wa/
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ANNEX C
15000 42nd Ave S – Thorndyke – Census Tract 28215
The red X’s mark the approximate location of the speed cameras. The yellow star is the location of
Thorndyke Elementary School. 42nd Ave S is also classified as a Collector Arterial (TMC 9.18.030)16.
Children that walk to Thorndyke Elementary School walk along 42nd Ave S and many must also cross the
road from the west.
15 Source - https://censusreporter.org/profiles/14000US53033028200-census-tract-282-king-wa/
16 Tukwila Municipal Code Link
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ANNEX D
Demographic Data from U.S. Census Tract 282 vs City of Tukwila vs King County17
Demographic Census Tract 282
(Thorndyke)
City of Tukwila King County
Race and Ethnicity*
White 31% 29% 56%
Black/African American 22% 17% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1% 0%
Asian 18% 24% 19%%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
4% 3% 1%
Hispanic 23% 12.5% 5.8%
Age
Percent Under 18 years old 16% 18% 20%
Percent Over 65 years old 18% 11% 14%
Wealth and Income
Poverty Rate 12.6% 13.3% 8.5%
Median Household Income $68,588 $76,331 $116,340
Other Socioeconomic Indicators
Percent of Residents with
Bachelor’s or higher
26.6% 25.8% 54.9%
Homeownership Rate 44% 42% 56%
17 Source - https://censusreporter.org/profiles/14000US53033028200-census-tract-282-king-wa/
* Margin of error is at least 10 percent of the total value. Take care with this statistic.
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ANNEX E
14200 42nd Ave S - US Census Tract 272
The red X’s indicate an approximate location for the proposed speed camera locations. The gold star is
the location of Foster High School. This is also located on 42nd Ave S which is classified as a Collector
Arterial Street.
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ANNEX F
Demographic Data from U.S. Census Tract 272 vs City of Tukwila vs King County18
Demographic Census Tract
272 (Foster)
City of Tukwila King County
Race and Ethnicity*
White 24%% 29% 56%
Black/African American 17% 17% 6%
American Indian/Alaska
Native*
0% 1% 0%
Asian 21% 24% 19%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
5% 3% 1%
Hispanic 24% 22% 10%
Age
Percent Under 18 years old 21% 18% 20%
Percent Over 65 years old 12% 11% 14%
Wealth and Income
Poverty Rate 16.4% 13.3% 8.5%
Median Household Income $67,240 $76,331 $116,340
Other Socioeconomic Indicators
Percent of Residents with
Bachelor’s or higher
22.8% 25.8% 54.9%
Homeownership Rate 49% 42% 56%
Based on the data, residents of this census tract have a lower median household income, higher
employment rate, and higher home ownership rate than the rest of the City of Tukwila.
18 Source - https://censusreporter.org/profiles/14000US53033027200-census-tract-272-king-wa/
* Margin of error is at least 10 percent of the total value. Take care with these statistics.
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ANNEX G
Crash data in Tukwila at proposed locations (2019-2023)19
Red X denotes proposed camera locations
19 Data compiled by TPD Crime Analyst 10/10/24
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Tukwila CitY. Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
Hybrid Meeting (On-site and Virtual) January 13, 2025 - 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Sharp called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the
audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
OFFICIALS
Present at the meeting were Council President Tosh Sharp (on-site); Council members De'Sean Quinn
(remote), Mohammed Abdi (on-site), Armen Papyan (on-site), Jovita McConnell (on-site), Dennis
Martinez (on-site) and Hannah Hedrick (on-site).
CITY OFFICIALS
Thomas McLeod, Mayor; Marty Wine, City Administrator; Pete Mayer, Deputy City Administrator/Acting
Public Works Director; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon Miles, Director of
Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations; Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director; Aaron
BeMiller, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director; Eric Drever, Police Chief; Eric Lund,
Deputy Police Chief; Joel Bush, Technology & Innovation Services Director; Griffin Lerner, Public Works
Analyst; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, City Clerk; Jennifer Marshall, Deputy City
Clerk.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilmember Abdi stated "The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the Coast Salish
people. We acknowledge their continuing connections to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to
their elders past, present and emerging."
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sharon Mann spoke in support of the proposed Newporter Property sale, which she believes will increase
livability along the Tukwila International Boulevard.
SPECIAL ISSUES
a.Federal Advocacy update and briefing.
David Hodges, Partner/Public Affairs; Joel Ruben, Partner/Federal Affairs (remote); and Kamron Brant,
Associate/ Federal Affairs from CFM Advocates introduced themselves and their work histories; they also
overviewed general current federal issues and upcoming advocacy opportunities.
Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding immigration, potential infrastructure funding, public
health, and housing.
7:49 p.m.
7:54 p.m.
Councilmember Abdi exited the Council Chambers
Councilmember Abdi returned to the Council Chambers
b.Automated traffic safety cameras equity analysis
Eric Lund, Deputy Chief of Police, reviewed the Speed Camera Equity Analysis as required per RCW
46.63.220(3) for the three proposed locations for speed cameras (near Codiga Park, Foster High School,
and Thorndyke Elementary School).
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Councilmembers expressed support for these locations and asked questions regarding the timing of their
installation, the potential for speed cameras at all schools within the city, and the financial impact of this
program.
c. Update on sale of Newporter Parcel
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, reviewed the preliminary proposal for the sale of the
Newporter Parcel located at 14840 Tukwila International Boulevard. He requested feedback related to
Council's interest in adjusting the height limitations along Tukwila International Boulevard, decreasing
parking requirements, and expanding the Multi -Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program to this area. It
was noted Council could direct staff to negotiate this offer, continue marketing the site, or leave site alone
for now.
Councilmembers expressed interest in continuing the negotiations and potentially allowing modifications
to the height and parking restrictions as well as expanding the MFTE to this area.
8: 51 p.m.
8:54 p.m.
8:55 p.m.
8:59 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
9:04 p.m.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Councilmember McConnell exited the Council Chambers
Councilmember McConnell returned to Council Chambers
Councilmember Abdi exited the Council Chambers
Councilmember Abdi returned to Council Chambers
Councilmember Martinez exited the Council Chambers
Councilmember Martinez returned to Council Chambers
Mayor McLeod will be in Washington D.C. beginning January 14th for the Mayors Innovation Project
followed by the United States Conference of Mayors.
b. City Council
Councilmember Quinn noted he is not in physical attendance as he is recovering from a surgery and
plans to be in -person at the next meeting.
Councilmember Papyan attended the memorial service for King County Metro Transit Operator Shawn
Yim. He referenced the current fires in California and the importance of investing money in resilient
infrastructure.
Councilmember McConnell attended Sound Cities Association and noted the need for increased diversity
on the boards and committees. She also attended Mr. Yim's service and expressed her desire to
advocate for additional responder protections. She attended the 2025 Charity Cup hockey game between
South Sound Police and Puget Sound Fire (PSF).
Councilmember Martinez attended meetings centering on public safety during the past week including
with Cascade Water Alliance, Amalgamated Transit Union 587, and labor officials. He also attended Mr.
Yim's memorial.
Councilmember Hedrick also attended Mr. Yim's memorial and the 2025 Charity Cup. She shared the
behavior and mental health issues need to be addressed in addition to putting up additional protections.
c. Staff
There was no report.
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MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Papyan shared his desire to have a holiday event for the City of Tukwila, similar to
Snowflake Lane in Bellevue or Renton's Holiday Light Show. He asked regarding Council interest to
pursue this idea. Consensus existed to refer this item to a Committee for further discussion.
Councilmember McConnell expressed appreciation for the Police Department and their unwavering
commitment to keeping the community safe.
Councilmember Martinez emphasized the importance of proper preparations for inclement weather
including monitoring tire pressure as the cold weather can cause a decrease in the pressure.
ADJOURNMENT
9:31 P.M. COUNCIL PRESIDENT SHARP DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
ADJOURNED.
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shall, Deputi City Clerk
AF"P OVED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 01/27/25
AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 01/28/ 25
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City of Tukwila
City Council Community Services & Safety Committee
Meeting Minutes
April 14, 2025– 5:30 p.m. – Hybrid Meeting; Hazelnut Conference Room & MS Teams
Councilmembers Present: Dennis Martinez, Chair; Armen Papyan
Staff Present: Laurel Humphrey, David Rosen, Rebecca Ellison, Michael May, Eric Drever,
Eric Lund
Guests: Cynthia Chesak, Pat Bako, Sheila Coppola, Arts Commissioners
Chair Martinez called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Grant Acceptance: Arts Sustained Support
Staff is seeking approval of an agreement to accept $114,000 through 2027 from 4Culture Arts
Sustained Support for recreation programming including a new Farmer’s Market sited at the
Community Center.
Item(s) for follow-up:
Involve City Council if 2026/2027 contracts substantially change.
Committee Recommendation:
Majority approval. Forward to April 21, 2025 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
B. Grant Acceptance: Disposition Research Specialist Position
Staff is seeking approval of an agreement with Washington State Patrol to accept $248,805.00
in National Criminal History Improvement Program funding to continue staffing the current
level of service.
Committee Recommendation:
Majority approval. Forward to April 21, 2025 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
C. Tukwila Arts Commission Spring Update
Commissioners updated the Committee on current operations and highlights.
Committee Recommendation:
Discussion only.
D. Speed Camera Equity Analysis Acceptance
Staff is seeking Council acceptance of the Speed Camera Equity Analysis that was already
presented in January 2025.
Committee Recommendation:
Majority approval. Forward to April 21, 2025 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
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