HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-08-31 E-Hazelnut NewsletterCity of Tukwila E-Hazelnut Newsletter - August 2023
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Mayor: Allan Ekberg
City Council:
Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson
(Council President)
Kathy Hougardy
De'Sean Quinn
Kate Kruller
Thomas McLeod
Mohamed Abdi
Tosh Sharp
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Join us for a Comprehensive
Plan Community Open House
on September 20
v—ita City of Tukwila
0,4 Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan is a map for Tukwila's
future. The 2024-2044 Plan update is a process
completed by each city in our region every 10
years. The Comprehensive Plan provides the
framework for how Tukwila will adapt to, and
plan for, projected growth over the next 20
years.
A community Open House to talk about the City's
2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for
the evening of Wednesday, September 20 from
5:30pm to 8:00pm at Foster High School (4242
S. 144th Street, Tukwila). The Open House will
focus on housing issues and the choices Tukwila
must make in addressing the regional and local
housing crisis.
The Open House will also provide the opportunity
to talk with planners and other staff about the
City's natural environment and stormwater
issues, as well as the land use issues before the
City, its urban centers, and subareas.
More information about the update, as well as
upcoming public engagement events and
activities are available on the Comprehensive Plan
Update web page. Sign-up (at bottom of the web
page) to be notified about future events and the
Plan's progress.
You can also check out the Engagement Hub -
Take a survey, post your ideas on the ideas wall,
and let us know your vision for Tukwila's future!
If you have other questions for staff, you can also
email 2044CompPlan@TukwilaWA.gov for
assistance.
The Comprehensive Plan encourages us to think
about where we want to be in 20 years and how
we'll get there - please join us and tell us what
you think. See you at the Open House!
Get free trees with the Tukwila Tree Giveaway
DO YOU WANT
FREE TREES?
The City of Tukwila is offering free
trees to plant on private property!
Apply by September 15th.
Order now
for your
home or
business!
www.tukwilawa.gov/tree-giveaway
Do you want free trees? The Tukwila Tree Giveaway is back for the second
year to help grow our tree canopy in the city! In partnership with the King
Conservation District, the City of Tukwila is offering two free trees to all
Tukwila residents and businesses. With 14 different tree species to choose
from, there is something for everyone!
Interested? Submit an application to secure your free trees. The tree
giveaway will be held on Saturday, October 7 at Hazelnut Park (with
limited tree delivery the week after October 7).
You'll need to:
• Review your options in the 2023 tree selection guide, then
• Submit your application by September 15
Find links to the Guide and Application at: TukwilaWA.gov/tree-giveaway
Need help selecting a tree or submitting an application? Contact Maya
Klem at Maya.Klem®KingCD.org or 206-379-5290.
September is National Preparedness Month
Are you prepared?
SEPTEMBER IS
NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH
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The Pacific Northwest is home to every known hazard, with one
exception: hurricanes. Tukwila's potential hazards include earthquakes,
landslides, hazardous materials incidents, structure fires, power outages,
severe weather, and more.
Disasters can strike at any time, often without notice. Every September,
Emergency Managers across the country set aside time to remind you of
our vulnerability to disasters and how to best prepare. Here are steps you
and your family can take to be more prepared for any hazard.
Build A Kit
We recommend that you and your family build a kit that will sustain you
for up to two weeks. But don't panic, kits can be built and added to over
time until you have enough supplies for two weeks. Your kit should
include items you would need to keep yourself going after a disaster, like
high calorie shelf stable foods, water, hygiene items, extra glasses,
flashlight and batteries, first aid kit, medications, and a change of
clothes.
Build your kit with your family in mind, including specific items that will
meet everyone's needs. For example, someone with access or functional
needs may need to include back-up medical equipment or food for a
service animal. A household with infants and young children would need
extra formula, diapers, pacifier, etc. Don't forget pets! Households with
pets should set aside food, water, leashes, ID tags, and a pet carrier.
Make A Plan
Talk with your family and friends about emergency preparedness.
Together, work through these questions:
• How will you receive emergency communications?
• What is your evacuation plan?
• How will you and your family reconnect if you are separated
by a disaster?
• How will you and your family communicate? Do you have an
out of area contact?
When developing your family's plan, make sure to consider everyone's
specific needs. Think about age, mobility, languages spoken, pets/service
animals, dietary/medical needs, cultural/religious needs, etc., as you
plan. Once you have a plan, make sure to record your plan and practice
your plan with your loved ones.
Be Informed
In an emergency, accurate information is critical to your safety. Make
sure you know the facts ahead of time, where you can find correct
information, and sign up for alert and warning programs. Knowing our
hazards and what to do before, during and after is important for your
safety.
Sign-up to receive emergency alerts at: TukwilaWA.gov/AlertKC.
For more preparedness tips and resources, visit our website:
TukwilaWA.gov/emergency-management
For FREE preparedness presentations, please reach out to us:
EmergencyPrep@TukwilaWA.gov
City of Tukwila 16200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila WA 98188 1206 433-1800