HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 2142 - Temporary Signage for 2026 FIFA World CupCity of Tukwila
Washington
Resolution No, a
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING A SIGN HOLIDAY
FOR TEMPORARY SIGNAGE DURING THE 2026 WORLD
CUP; SUSPENDING CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS OF
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 19.24.040 AND
19.24.080; PROVIDING A SUNSET PROVISION; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the 242E FIFA Soccer World Cup is scheduled to begin playing at Lumen
Field in Seattle, Washington in June of this year; and
WHEREAS, Seattle will host a total of six matches, including two elimination
matches; and
WHEREAS, fans from all over the world, nation, and region will be visiting Seattle
and adjacent communities, including the City of Tukwila ("City'); and
WHEREAS, with nearly 2,000 hotel rooms, over 200 restaurants, and the largest mall
in the Pacific Northwest, the City is expecting a significant number of visitors to the City
during the World Cup; and
WHEREAS, the City's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and City Council have
awarded over $2 million in lodging tax funds to prepare the City for the World Cup; and
WHEREAS, the City is planning a variety of events in June and July as part of the
World Cup celebration; and
WHEREAS, the City is working with its businesses so they can attract customers and
promote their activities during the World Cup, and
WHEREAS, the City desires to exercise its prosecutorial discretion in enforcement of
Title 19, the City of Tukwila Sign and Visual Communication Code ("Sign Code") in order
to provide flexibility in temporary signage in certain areas of the City during the World
Cup;
2026 Legislation World Cup Sign Holiday
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Suspension of Temporary Sign Regulations in Commercial and
Industrial Zones. From June 1, 2026 to August 1, 2026, the City will not require a permit
for temporary signs in commercial and industrial zones, as defined under Tukwila
Municipal Code (TMC) sections 19.08.082, "Commercial Zones," and 19.08.150,
"Industrial Zones". In addition, during this period the City will suspend enforcement
actions for temporary signs in commercial and industrial zones that do not meet the
criteria in TMC Sections 19.24.040(A), (B), and (D). Temporary signs must still meet the
requirement in TMC Section 19.24.040(C), as well as all other applicable requirements
under TMC Chapter 19.24, "Temporary Signs."
Section 2. Suspension of Temporary Window Sign Regulations. From June 1,
2026 to August 1, 2026, the City will suspend enforcement actions for temporary window
signs in commercial and industrial zones that do not meet the criteria in TMC Sections
19.24.080(B), (C), (D), (E), (F), and (G).
Section 3. Content Neutral. This Resolution is an exercise of the City's prosecutorial
discretion and shall apply equally to all temporary signage permitted under Sections 1
and 2 of this Resolution regardless of the content of the signage.
Section 4. Sunset Clause. The provisions of this Resolution shall expire at midnight
on August 2, 2026. After expiration of the Resolution, all signs not meeting the relevant
provisions of the TMC shall either be removed or obtain required permits and meet all
applicable requirements of Title 19, "Sign and Visual Communication Code'.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect and be in force
immediately upon its passage.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA. WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this- day of c� , 2026.
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
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AP ROVE AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
2026 Legislation: World Cup Sign HVIicay
Version: 04/20/2026
Staff: 8. Miles
Armen Papyan,
ouncil President
Filed with the City Clerk: ( 7 1) 0
Passed by the City Council: C. 04 /OG`
Resolution Number: ; Jy ),
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