HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2024-07-15 Item 9C - Reports - City Administrator / 2024 2nd Quarter Work Plan UpdateTO:
City of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Mayor's Office - Marty Wine, Interim City Administrator
The city of opportunity, the community of choice
Mayor McLeod
Councilmembers
FROM: Marty Wine, Interim City Administrator
DATE: July 9, 2024
SUBJECT: City Administrator's Report
The City Administrator Report is meant to provide the Council, staff, and the community with an
update on the activities of the City and on issues that concern Tukwila. Please let me know if you
have any questions or need additional information about any of the following items.
I. Intergovernmental Update
• Chrome Book Distribution: TIS and Human Services coordinated and delivered Chrome
books to After School All Stars and Partners In Employment.
• State Auditor's Entrance Conference: On June 25 Mayor McLeod and Interim City
Administrator Wine met with the State Auditor's Office for the Entrance Conference for the
City's annual audit.
• Cascade Water Alliance 25th Anniversary Celebration: Mayor McLeod attended the Cascade
Water Alliance 25th Anniversary Celebration on June 27.
• Lower Green River Corridor Visioning Committee Workshop: On June 28 Mayor McLeod
participated in a Lower Green River Corridor Visioning Committee workshop.
• Meeting with Representative Bergquist: Mayor McLeod and Director Miles met with
Representative Steve Bergquist on June 24 regarding the Riverton Park United Methodist
Church asylee situation.
II. Community Events
• Southard Ribbon Cutting: On June 28 Mayor McLeod offered welcoming remarks at The
Southard ribbon cutting ceremony. Councilmember Sharp also attended the event.
• Park 'N' Play Program: The Park `N' Play program, a combination of the long-standing
Playground Program with last year's Mobile Recreation Program started July 9. Each day will
begin with lunch and some games at Cascade View Community Park and then include mobile
recreation to different locations around the city to provide opportunities for Tukwila
neighborhoods.
• Teen Late Night: Teen Late Night will continue to run during the summer months. In July
Late Night will be held on July 12,19, and 26.
Tukwila City Hall • 6200 Southcenter Boulevard • Tukwila, WA 98188 • 206-433-1800 • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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III. Staff Updates
Public Safety
• Meeting with Challenge Seattle & WA Retail Association: On June 25 Deputy Chief Lund
attended a meeting with Challenge Seattle/WA Retail Association that is led by Christine
Gregoire regarding improving organized retail theft investigations.
Project Updates
• New Art Pieces at the Tukwila Community Center: The Tukwila Arts Commission added
three new art pieces to the Tukwila community displayed on a storage container at the
Tukwila Community Center. The art pieces are Jean Bradbury's Mushroom Celebration;
Gabrielle Abbott's My Wild Grandmother; and liana Zweschi's Supreme. In the near future an
Artist Talk will be offered to learn more about these impressive creators, their artistic process,
and these new works of art.
• Stewardship:
o Water and Soil Stewards worked at Riverton Park. They weeded the large planting bed
and worked on the pollinator garden by Gully Gardens P-Patch.
o An employee of BECU has volunteered to become the new Forest Steward of the Shoreline
Restoration Challenge. This site historically was stewarded by Forterra and BECU until
2018.
o Parks & Recreation Staff submitted a grant application to host Washington Conservation
Corps (WCC) through their Environmental Social Justice Pilot Program to continue the
large project at Tukwila Park and was awarded another 12 weeks of service for 2024/2025
valued around $100,000 of professional crew time. WCC will continue to focus on canopy
health and biodiversity of native plants in the park.
Boards, Commissions and Committees
We welcome the City Council to encourage community members to apply for vacant Board &
Commission positions.
• Arts Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.
VACANT: 1 Community Member position and Student Representative.
• Civil Service Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.
No vacancies.
• COPCAB: The next meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2024.
VACANT: Student Representative.
• Equity & Social Justice Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2024.
1 City Employee position term expires March 31, 2025.
1 Education/Community position term expires March 31, 2025.
2 Community positions terms expire March 31, 2025.
No vacancies.
• Human Services Advisory Board: The next meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2024.
Phone: 206-433-1800 • Email: Mayor@TukwilaWA.gov • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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1 Resident position term expires March 31, 2025.
1 Faith -Based position term expires March 31, 2025.
VACANT: 1 Resident position and 1 Business Community Representative.
• Library Advisory Board: The next meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2024.
4 Resident position terms expire March 31, 2025.
VACANT: 1 Resident position.
• Lodging Tax Advisory Committee: The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2024.
All positions are 1-year terms.
VACANT: 1 Business Collecting Tax Representative
• Park Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024.
3 Community position terms expire March 31, 2025.
No vacancies.
• Planning Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024.
No vacancies.
iv. Responses to Council/Community Inquiries
Date of
Inquiry
Inquiry
Response
June 17, 2024
Inquiries were made about
new/additional signs for the
42" Avenue Bridge.
Updated detour and barrier signs have been
ordered and will be placed as soon as they
are available.
June 17, 2024
An inquiry was made about
Recology's process for
following up on complaints.
Recology will shortly be providing 1st quarter
customer service data report to the City
Council as well as giving a 2nd quarter update
at the 7/22 COW.
June 24, 2024
Councilmember Martinez asked
if the Foster High School All
Class Reunion could be added
to the City website.
The event is posted on the Community Event
Calendar of the City Website.
Phone: 206-433-1800 • Email: Mayor@TukwilaWA.gov • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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2024 Workplan - Goal 1
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Goal 1- A community of inviting neighborhoods and vibrant business districts
Prepare for future growth with regional and local investments
Infrastructure improvements, planning and development code updates, deployment of community technology resources
1
Development Code and Regulations,
Permit Processes and Customer Service
Review
Review codes and regulations, permit
processes and customer service to
ensure alignment of Tukwila's
permitting processes with best
practices and neighboring cities.
PCD
MO/DCD
High
Ongoing. Some development regulations
and permitting updates have been
included as part of the SB5290 update
below. Checklists and code
interpretations continue to be updated
through the year.
2
Permit Process Update per SB 5290
Rewrite Zoning Code Permit Processes
and timelines per SB 5290. Provide
annual permit processing reports.
PCD
DCD
Med
Presented to PCD 6/10, forwarded for
Planning Commission review on 6/27.
Aiming for COW review on 8/26.
3
Administrative Design Review
Ordinance
Update the City's Design Review
process and guidelines for compliance
with State Law
PCD
DCD
Med
Aspects of HB 1293 (limits to public
meetings for design review) are included
in the SB5290 update above. Additional
standards to follow later.
4
Comprehensive Plan Update
Develop an updated Comp Plan, review
by PSRC, Commerce & KC, SEPA
review, Council adoption by end of
2024 (2022)
PCD
DCD/PW/
ED/PR
High
Planning Commission review completed
in 3/2024. Council (plus agency and
SEPA) review is planned for summer
2024, with the Public Hearing scheduled
for 9/2024
5
v
Allentown Truck Reroute EIS and
Outreach
Analyze options and Identify alternate
ingress/egress for BNSF facility (1997)
TIS
PW
High
As part the draft environmental impact
statement (DEIS) process, four routes
have been selected for further study for
freight truck traffic through the Allentown
neighborhood to access BNSF's South
Seattle Intermodal Facility. The DEIS is
expected to be complete Q4 2024, when
it will be made available for review and
comment by City decision makers,
stakeholders, and the public.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
ask #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
TIS
Dept
PW
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
6
42nd Avenue South Bridge
Replacement
Construct replacement for existing
bridge, which was built in 1949 and
functionally obsolete. (2017)
High
The City is currently reviewing the 90%
Plans and Estimate. Project staff are
currently applying for all the required
permits for construction
7
Levee Certification /Green River
Corridor
Reconstruct the Tukwila 205 Levee to
provide 500 year level flood protection
and obtain levee certification. (2013)
TIS
PW
Med
Levee certification for the Tukwila 205
levee is ongoing. Gunter Levee is the first
project to reconstruct the 205 Levee to
pro 1
provide 500year level of protection
which is in early design.
8
Transportation Element Comp Plan
Update the Transportation Element of
the Comp Plan (2021)
TIS
PW
Med
Update is on schedule and will be
adopted along with the larger Comp Plan
Update led by DCD.
9
Surface Water, Water & Sewer
Comprehensive Plans
Update the Surface Water, Water and
Sewer sections of the Utilities Element
of the Comp Plan (2021)
TIS
PW
Med
Completed. The Surface Water
Comprehensive Plan was adopted in June
2024.
10
Geographic Information Systems
Utilities Inventory
Complete GIS inventory of surface
water, water, and sewer infrastructure
to establish as -built drawings of the
public systems. (2002)
TIS
PW
Med
Working on new viewers for teams.
152nd water data collected, creating
viewer. Completing public records
request.
11
West Valley Highway (1405 to Strander)
Project
Construct non -motorized and street
improvements within the right-of-way
(2016)
TIS
PW
Med
Project is nearing completion, but still
encountering challenges with Puget
Sound Energy supplying power. The
project area has been open for traffic
since 2023.
12
S 152nd Waterline Extension
Design and construct 1,600 LF of 10"
and 150 LF of 8" ductile iron waterline
along S. 152nd Street. (2010)
TIS
PW
Med
Construction complete.
13
Boeing Access Road Station
Coordinate with Sound Transit,
consultants, and other stakeholders as
station location and design options are
developed and selected.
DCD/MO
Low
Staff has met with Sound Transit and will
attend their public meeting on July 17,
2024.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
Task #
14
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
TIS
Dept
DCD/PW
Staff
Resources
Low
Mid -Year Update
Ongoing
1-405 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Updates
Coordinate with WSDOT on Station
area modifications. (2020)
15
S 140th St Intersection Improvements
Design & construct a new traffic signal
at TIB/S. 140th St. (Grant dependent)
(early 2000)
TIS
PW
Low
Not actively under design. May no longer
be a needed project after installation of
the two RRFB crossings near the Abu
Bakr Islamic Center.
16
Gilliam Creek Fish Barrier Removal
Construct fish passage improvements
at the existing flap gate to restore
salmonid habitat. (1998)
TIS
PW
Low
Otak working on flood model, gate
technology assessment, habitat
enhancement alternatives, and inlet
erosion repair. Met with DFW habitat
biologists - recommended submitting 30%
plans and narrative to prompt a meeting
w/DFW to discuss HPA w/habitat biologist
and DFW engineer. Reviewing Critical
Areas and Geomorphic Report. Otak is
working on wrapping -up deliverables for
first contract and developing scope for an
amendment. City applied for NOAA grants
on 10/16 and 11/17.
17
Nelsen Side Channel
Create a salmon rearing habitat side
channel by connecting a segment of
historic river channel with the Green
River. (2016)
TIS
PW
Low
Working on acquisition of Nelsen Family
Trust Property. Applying for a grant
extension with Recreation Conservation
Office to extend award to accommodate
delays in property acquisition. Plan is to
resolve property acquisition in the next
couple months and then advertise RFQ
for design contract by end of 2024.
N)
W
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
ask #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
TIS
Dept
PW
Staff
Resources
Low
Mid -Year Update
18
Storm water Quality Retrofit
Provide, design, and install water
quality testing and improvements at
selected drainage locations.
Waiting to finalize Notice to Proceed.
Work to be suspended until Aug/Sept. 16-
week lead time on WQ vaults. WSDOT
and DOE had no comments. DCD
approved Special Permission Permit
application for interrupted buffer. Design
revised to avoid Tuk Maintenance and
Traffic Control on WSDOT SR 599 off -
ramp.
Nurture safe and flourishing neighborhoods
Public Safety/First responder services, park and recreation innovation and accessibility, traffic and pedestrian safety, public art implementation
19
Police Department Staffing
Strive to maintain full staffing in the
police department
PD/MO
Medium
PD is fully staffed. However, Officers are
still in training and will be deployed
throughout the remainder of the year.
going On oin recruitment efforts to continue
to backfill for pipeline and anticipated
retirements.
20
Co -Responder Pilot Program
Assess pilot program to determine long
term funding and viability
CSS
PD
High
We continue to operate with two co -
responders, and they continue to be great
assets to the PD. Grant and Seizure funds
are funding these positions through the
end of 2024, but will not be available in
2025.
21
Police Department 5-year Strategic Plan
Create 5-year Strategic Plan including
community volunteer committee
CSS
PD
High
Completed. Plan presented to Council in
April 2024.
22
Tukwila South Development Agreement
Monitor thresholds and evaluate any
development proposals for consistency
in preparation for expiration 12/2024
(2009)
DCD
Med
Staff have been identifying outstanding
items in the DA and meeting regularly
with the property owners.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
Task #
23
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
CSS
Dept
PD
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Emergency Management
Establish Emergency Management
Plan that identifies key staff for EOC
operations and training for that staff
Med
Working with HR to determine staff
eligibility. Training is developed and ready
to be delivered. EM transferred over to
Mayor's Office.
24
Code Enforcement
Enforce community standards in all
neighborhoods Explore allowing Code
Enforcement Officers to write tickets.
PCD
DCD
Med
Ongoing.
25
Automated Cameras Implementation
Monitor, analyze, and report on
program efficacy and results
CSS
PD/MC
Med
Novoa Global is working with Public
Works construction project manager on
the installation of the speed enforcement
cameras at Codiga Park, Thorndyke
Elementary and Foster High School.
26
Park Improvement Projects
Park Master Planning &
implementation of misc. park
improvements
CSS
PR
Med
Grant application completed with use of
masterplans. Park improvement plans for
116th, Riverton and Duwamish are
completed. Implementation 3/4th
quarter.
27
Online Portal of Historical Records
Digitization, redundancy and online
access to Tukwila's paper historical
records. (2019)
MO
Med
On hold due to staffing changes and lack
of resources; Will resume in 2025
28
Stewardship Update
Update on joint stewardship projects-
PW, Parks, DCD
CSS
PW/PR/
DCD
Low
Ongoing; the Environment Committee is
facilitating interdepartmental
communication on multiple projects on
all phases, from conception to
maintenance.
29
Rental housing licensing and inspections
Administer rental housing registration
and inspection program (2010)
PCD
DCD
Low
Ongoing, we have been short staffed this
quarter.
30
Update Municipal Arts Strategic Plan
Update 2017 Municipal Arts Plan
(2022)
CSS
PR
Low
Implementation of new strategic plan
31
v
Update TMC Title 12 Park Rules
Update references and revise park
rules
CSS
PR
Low
Pushed to Q4
01
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
ask #
3)
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
TIS
Dept
PW
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
32
Overlay & Repair
Preserve and maintain the street
structure in a safe and usable state by
resurfacing.
Low
2024 Annual Overlay starting July 8 with
completion in September.
33
TCC HVAC Replacement
As needed- based upon grants
obtained or capital budget direct
appropriation
CSS
PR
Low
McKinstry is currently working on long
lead time submittals to start procurement
on the pumps and boilers. The rest of the
design and construction work will be
sequenced behind these "critical path
items". The objective is to complete
boiler and controls replacement and have
a new system up and running by the end
of the year. Congressman Smith's Office
has included Phase 2 funding in the 2025
Federal Budget. Still needs to pass House
and get final adoption.
34
Bridge Inspections
Ongoing program of bi-annual
inspections to identify safety or repair
needs of 23 bridges in Tukwila.
TIS
PW
Low
King County Bridge inspectors are in the
process of conducting the inspections of
vehicle and pedestrian bridges.
35
S 131st Drainage Improvements
Design and replace a culvert, construct
other improvements to prevent
flooding of Southgate Creek (2016)
TIS
PW
Low
Working on Phase Ila Hydraulic Analysis.
Waiting to hear back from DOE for CBP3
potential grand funding. Working on
contract amendment. Applied for DOE
Stream Flow Grant. Applied for CFT Grant.
Finalizing review of Pace's draft Site
Investigation Report for potential
acquisition(s). Pace working on
addressing comments on 30% Design,
Alternatives Analysis, and Site
Investigation Report.
36
S 144th Street Bridge Sidewalks
Design of pedestrian improvements to
the S 144th St. bridge. (Grant
dependent) (2012)
TIS
PW
Low
Design is scheduled to begin in 2026.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 1
Task #
37
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
TIS
Dept
PW
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
S 152nd Safe Routes to School
Install curbs, gutters, and sidewalks on
both sides of S. 152nd St. (Grant
dependent) (2012)
Low
City staff are currently reviewing the 60%
Plans and Estimate and applied for
construction funding.
38
ADA Improvements
Construct ADA compliant upgrades to
City infrastructure in conjunction with
the City's developed plan.
TIS
PW
Low
ADA improvements have generally been
incorporated into the Annual Overlay
Program, including 2024.
39
Neighborhood Traffic Calming
Programmatic approach to
neighborhood concerns
TIS
PW
Low
Performing studies to allocate funds for
traffic calming throughout the City.
Waiting to hire new Project Manager to
move forward.
40
Green River Trail Improvements
Construct widened section with lights
and CCTV
TIS
PW
Low
In construction. Luminaires are long lead
items. Expected completion Feb 2025
41
Annual Small Drainage Program
Provide drainage corrections for
existing issues
TIS
PW
Low
Contract for 2024 ASDP is with KPG
Psomas for six locations, 3 of which are
expected to go to construction summer
2024 and the remaining 3 summer 2025.
42
NPDES Program
Implementation of NPDES
requirements
TIS
PW
Low
Ongoing; new 5 year permit starts July 1,
2024.
43
Green the Green
Revegetation efforts along waterways
TIS
PW
Low
1. MSF-led depave project on West Valley
Highway + S 180th; 2. contracted
maintenance for JSH, Harnish, Duwamish
Gardens and Riverton 3. working on ideas
for next projects
44
Chinook Wind Public Access/Extension
Develop public access and
maintenance trail
TIS
PW
Low
Chinook Wind Public Access is under
construction and the Extension is at 50%
design.
45
Rezone and Appeal Body Update
Develop and adopt an ordinance to
align rezone procedures and land use
appeals with current case law.
PCD
DCD
Low
These changes have been combined with
the 5290 ordinance and are scheduled for
COW on August 26, 2024.
N)
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 2
Z sk #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Goal 2 — A solid foundation for all Tukwila residents
Engage community and identify unmet needs
Engaging hard -to -reach communities, predicting and adapting social service needs as growth continues, city internships and job shadow program, apprenticeship
promotion, homelessness prevention, school district engagement
1
Connect residents to social services
Ongoing provision of human services funds
and leveraging of partnerships on behalf of
residents (non-COVID related).
CSS
MO
Med
Have assisted 46 unduplicated
households (87 individuals) with
$43,766 in rent/utility assistance.
2
Ongoing Monitoring of Tiny House
Village Operations
Enforce the conditions in the MOA
PCD
MO
Med
Ongoing. This is being done in
partnership with DCD.
3
City of Tukwila Leadership Initiative
Program
Program to increase access to the civic
process among Tukwila's culturally and
linguistically diverse population.
CSS
MO
Med
Begins fall quarter 2024
4
Future of School Resource Officers
Signed agreement with TSD. Socialize
officers with District and implement 3Q;
close out 4Q
CSS
PD
Med
Agreement has been signed by the
Tukwila School District and the
Mayor/PD. Two school resource
officers are scheduled to return to their
respective schools at the beginning of
the 2024-2025 school year.
5
Summer Engagement & Enrichment
for Kids (SEEK grant)
Provide expanded recreation program
opportunities and scholarship funding for
youth and teens. (2021)
CSS
PR
Med
Grant funds have been awarded to
fund the Park n Play program and the
playground program.
6
Internship/Job Shadow Program
Summer high school internship and job
shadow program. (2018)
MO
Low
Placed on hold for 2024
7
Utility Discounts
Provide discounts to qualifying low
income/senior customers; additional
support provided through Human Services
after review.
FIN/MO
Low
Finance continues to operate with
Utility Rate Discount program for
qualifying residents. FIN is working with
Human Services.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 2
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
8
Court Programs
Develop and/or expand programs including
DV MRT, DV MRT -Spanish, Teen Court,
Evening Courses, MRT)
MC
Low
The Court now offers DV-MRT Classes
in Spanish. We are having discussions
about how we can offer evening classes
as well how we can offer these classes
in the evening.
9
Unified Payment (UP) Program
Expand program to include participation of
the municipal courts in Pierce County
MC
Low
Placed on hold until 2027. There is a
new statewide case management
system being implemented in the
courts of limited jurisdiction. We will
wait until this system is in place before
we resume getting more courts to join
the program.
10
Senior & Veteran levy funding
implementation
Provide expanded recreation and
engagement opportunities to Tukwila
seniors with 2023 funding allocation (2019)
CSS
PR
Low
Update to CSS July 8. $90,000 awarded
for 3 years.
11
Renter Protection Policy Proposals
Respond to Transit Riders Union request for
renter protection legislation
PCD
CNCL
Low
Draft ordinance is moving through
legislative process with City Council.
Leverage housing partnerships and collaboration
Housing Comprehensive Plan, Regional Affordable Housing Task Force, South King County Housing & Homelessness Partnership, affordable housing incentives
12
Middle Housing
Develop Middle housing recommendations
and prepare to adopt new regulations to
meet State requirements in 2025.
PCD
DCD
High
Staff has selected a consultant and
begun contracting; conducted a gap
analysis of zoning code and review
procedures to identify inconsistencies
with state law; and started issue
briefings for the Planning Commission.
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13
Minor Home Repair Program
Continue to provide minor home repair
assistance to qualified residents. Funding
ends July 2024-Oct 2025.
CSS
MO
Med
Ongoing. Staff continues to implement
the program with the other partner
cities. The current model requires
significant staff time and staff is
proposing to shift to using internal
funds for the next budget cycle.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 2
1—‘
sk #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
14
Regional partnerships and meetings
See regional partnerships list - attached
ALL
Med
Ongoing.
15
SKHHP
Continue work with SKHHP.
PCD
Low
Ongoing. Staff is attending the regular
meetings.
16
THV and Shelter Regulations
Develop Tiny Home Village regulations and
update Emergency Shelter/Housing
regulations.
PCD
DCD
Med
The Planning Commission held a public
hearing on the THV ordinance on June
27, PCD will review on July 8. Shelter
regulations are on hold pending
guidance from Commerce.
17
Language Access Program
Adopt LAP; call for any additional
translation needs; review identified
documents for updates. Begin Vital
document translation, centralized approach
for the first round of translations, starting
with Admin Services funding first round in
2024. Ready documents for translation and
submit; translation review and concurrent
employee training. In Q4, communicate
availability of translated documents to the
public.
CSS
MO
Med
Draft Language Access Plan submitted
for adoption as an administrative
policy; collecting identified 'vital
documents' for review and translation.
18
Asylum Seeker support
Respond to the asylum seeker crisis in
Tukwila; advocate for County, State and
Federal funding, leadership and response.
Mitigate impacts at RPUMC through
focused efforts. Pursue legislation and
policies to address the regional crisis.
CSS
MO, PD,
PR
High
The City has modified its response. The
Chief and Director Miles are serving in
the lead for the response. Funding was
obtained from the State of Washington
and King County to help with the
response. Staff is meeting weekly with
the church to manage and draw down
the site at Riverton Park United
Methodist Church.
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2024 Workplan - Goal 3
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Goal 3 — A Diverse and Regionally Competitive Economy
Advance Tukwila's economic vitality
Economic Development Plan, regional infrastructure projects, business relationships
1
Transportation Demand Management
Perform outreach to increase use of alternate
travel modes, assist employers with commute
trip reduction programs.
T&I
DCD
Med
Regional transportation outreach is
ongoing. CTR sites have completed
2024 program reports and employee
surveys.
2
CTR Plan Update (2025-2029)
TDM staff to perform outreach and develop a
new CTR Plan for the City
T&1
DCD
Med
Drafting and outreach for the plan
are in progress.
3
Wayfinding Plan
Create a wayfinding plan for Tukwila to
improve visitor experiences. Complements
trail master plan; implementation in 2025.
PCD
ED
Med
Ongoing. Staff is working with LTAC
on issuing a RFP this summer.
4
Tourism Marketing
Lead and manage the City's tourism
marketing program including staffing the
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee,
coordinating funding applications, and
monitoring the tourism promotion area.
PCD
ED
Low
Ongoing. Experience Tukwila is up
and running and the City is doing
regular social media posts. The City
released two videos highlight
businesses in the City as part of our
effort to improve engagement.
5
Smart City Initiatives
Coordinate on Grant Funding for Smart City
Initiatives. Partner w/ Internet Service
Providers to increase diversity of service
providers.
PCD
TIS
Low
1 new telecommunications franchise
has been approved.
c)
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 4
ask #
•.)
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Goal 4—A High Performing and Effective Organization
Ongoing innovation of organizational systems
Phase 1 of Public Safety Plan implementation, technology -based efficiencies, internal workforce diversity, employee development and professional growth process
improvements, long term financial health, priority -based budgeting and performance measures, Equity Policy implementations
Public Safety Plan
1
Public Works Shops Phase 1 and
Phase 2
Develop new facilities for public works shops,
finish improvement of Fleet & Facilities
building, planning for phase 2. (2016)
TIS
PW
High
SD was completed in December of 2023. Staff is
currently completed DD and has submitted some
permits. Council will be briefed throughout the
summer on next steps.
2
Facility Master Planning
Develop a capital facilities plan and processes
that includes a review and plan for city
facilities; including maintenance, repairs,
replacement and real estate strategies.
F&G
MO
High
Staff has selected the firm of Miller Hayashi as the
finalist for a possible agreement with the City. The
project will be kicking off in July.
Technology Based Efficiencies
3
ERP implementation
Complete phase 2 and 3 and begin phase 4.
Phase 2 includes completion of grants
module and Phase 3 is payroll. Phase 4, the
final phase includes implementing the utility
billing system. (2021)
FIN
High
Payroll (Phase 3) still in progress. Utility Billing
(Phase 4) amendment approved, introductory
meeting scheduled. Goal is to kick off UB
implementation in Q3, go live in 2025.
4
Maintenance of TRAKiT software
and permit status reporting
Ongoing process improvements for online
permit application and electronic plan review
system (2020) Implement and test 19.5.9
Upgrade
PCD
DCD
Med
Testing postponed. There is a new online portal
being developed by Central Square and staff is
monitoring progress.
5
Information Security / Business
Continuity
Enhance the risk posture to align to current
environment with best processes deploying:
City Wide Multi -factor Authentication,
Automated insider threat assessments and
training, Security Event and Incident
Management (SEIM) monitoring, Email
Security Gateway, Managed Endpoint
Security Service. Conduct Annual Risk
Assessment. Complete Disaster Recovery
Planning exercise.
MO
High
Continuing Business Continuity planning. Contract
has been signed for developing a Cyber Incident
Response Plan.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 4
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
6
NeoGov Implementation
Continue implementations of CORE, Time &
Attendance, Benefits modules. Educate
users. Implement alternative tools to ease
with transition through 2025
MO
Low
Implementations for CORE and T&A are ongoing
through 2024. Learn and EForms are live. Benefits
is live, goal is to use for 2024 open enrollment
7
GET -IT - Government Electronic
Technology Initiative for Tukwila
Digitization and online access to (1) High-
retrieval DCD permit and land use records;
(2) Public Works As -Built drawings; (3) Fire
Marshal's Office records for transparency
and fulfillment of public records requests.
(2015)
MO
Med
1) Another year's worth of Building permits and
land use/SEPA files digitized and prepared for
importing to the Digital Records Center. A total of
23,948 images released to the public side.
2) Phase 2 of As -built project completed with
1,367 images integrated with GIS.
8
GIS
Continue to build out Online GIS environment
to support self service, provide mentoring
and training opportunities for staff to utilize
GIS tools, and continue to enhance Enterprise
GIS services. (2017)
F&G
MO
Low
Integration between See -Click -fix and GIS is live.
Homeless app development is in progress for
Police tracking and reporting. CIP mapping is in
progress.
9
Improve Interpreter, Witness &
Juror Payment Process
Create a more efficient payment process for
paying jurors, witnesses and interpreters for
their services using the Zelle platform.
MC/FIN
Low
Fin is finalizing ACH payments which feeds into the
ability to go live with Zelle payments. Go live
target date of Jan 2025.
10
Police Department Records
Digitization
Digitization of case reports, homicide files,
and ID files in hard copy format
CSS
PD
Low
Met with vendor to prioritize rescanning tasks.
Continued quality check on scanned records.
Long Term Financial Health
17
Long-term financial sustainability
plan & Utility rate study
Develop long-term financial sustainability
plan, with stakeholder input, to develop the
2025-26 biennial budget.
F&G
FIN
High
Completed and presented to Council April 2024.
18
Minimum wage and available
hours ordinance
Manage program including enforcement.
F&G
FIN
High
Program has been launched. The infrastructure of
complying a business database is underway.
19
;.x.)
Labor contract negotiations
Four Teamster bargaining units' Collective
Bargaining Agreements expired December of
2022; four police bargaining units request to
bargain in 2024
MO
High
Discussions for Police officers and Sergeants
negotiations began in June
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 4
ask #
D
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
20
Property Sale - George Long
Coordinate sale.
F&G
ED
High
King County is doing additional soil and
groundwater testing before making a decision on
purchasing the property.
21
Property Sale - Longacres
Coordinate sale.
F&G
ED
High
Unico is under contract for the property. Unico can
terminate the deal prior to the end of the due
diligence period which has been extended through
July.
22
TCC Business Plan
Update on TCC operations
P&R
Med
Statistically valid survey out now. Working with
DEI manager on outreach and engagement
strategy.
23
Self -insured healthcare plan
Monitor and update self insured health care
plan as needed; ongoing administration.
MO
Med
Quarterly meeting with benefits broker completed
in June
24
Foster Golf Links - Business Plan
Update on FGL operations
CSS
PR
Med
Full implementation of plan. Report given at CSS
25
Solid Waste Contract
Implementation
Implement new contract. (2022)
TIS
PW
Med
Presentation to Council in mid -July.
26
Update impact fee rates
Annual update to fire and park impact fee
rates
F&G
FIN
Med
Data collection to update fee rates are in progress.
27
Budget amendment ordinance
Annual process to adjust the adopted 2023-
2024 biennial budget.
F&G
FIN/ALL
Med
Adoption of budget is completed. The need for an
amendment will assessed in Q4.
28
ARPA Reporting and Analysis
Data review, analysis, and reporting for ARPA
related transactions.
FIN
Low
Our ARPA analyst is no longer on the project.
29
Purchasing Policy
Review and update policy if needed.
F&G
FIN
Low
Completed.
30
Debt Policy
Review and update policy if needed.
F&G
FIN
Low
Pending
Equity and Diversity
31
Equity Policy Implementation
Ongoing implementation of City Equity
Policy. 2023 24 priorities include short- and
long-term solutions supporting policy
decisions and resource allocation through a
racial equity lens. Includes Language Access
Plan, equity toolkits and guides, professional
development.
CSS
MO/ALL
High
Draft Language Access Plan submitted for
adoption as an administrative policy; collecting
identified 'vital documents' for review and
translation. Racial Equity Toolkit Project Team
tasked with providing feedback on the toolkit and
examining language access using the toolkit.
Created an EPIC "Education" subcommittee to
address professional development opportunities.
UW Evans School Capstone Project "Tukwila Equity
Data in Decision Making" completed.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 4
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Other
32
Revise Employee Policies and
Develop an Employee Handbook
Access current employee and departmental
policies; update, develop, revise and
consolidate into an Employee Handbook
MO
High
HR/City Attorney meeting weekly. Presented table
of contents to 0 steam and Labor Relations
p
Committee (Teamsters 763) Quarterly update to
all staff in Q3
33
Government Relations
Monitor Federal, State and Local legislation
and policies to include annual legislative
agenda adopted by Council. Execute
strategies to achieve the City's government
relations goals.
F&G
MO
Med
Ongoing. Staff has held several meetings with
elected officials and staff in the first part of the
year. The City secured funding in the State budget
and have funds pending with Congress.
34
Board & Commissions
Staff support of community advisory bodies
All
Med
Ongoing.
35
Strategic Plan Update
Begin planning for update to City Strategic
Plan in 2024
MO
Low
On hold for 2024. Will be a 2025 project.
36
State of the Court Address
Presiding Judge's annual update to City
Council on the operations and programs of
the Tukwila Municipal Court.
MC
Low
Tentatively Scheduled for the August 19 Council
meeting.
37
Obsolescence Planning
Present technical obsolescence plan for
future budget planning
F&G
MO
Low
In process.
38
Develop 2025-26 Biennial
Budget
Plan, propose and adopt the city's next
biennial budget aligned with the city's
strategic goals, community priorities and
financial sustainability.
FIN/ALL
Med
In process.
39
Federal, State, Local mandated
training for all employees
Ensure that all employees have updated and
ongoing necessary federal, state and local
mandated training. Using different tools and
vendors (NeoGov Learn and WCIA).
Implementing ongoing trainings to ensure
compliance.
MO
High
Coordination is ongoing. Goal is to have first
mandated training prioritizing supervisors in Fall
2024
40
Update of Public Records Policies
Review and revamp existing records policies
(cell phone, deletion of text message policies)
MO
Med
Voicemail and Text Messaging Policy and Contract
Policies roll out in Q2; Public Records Policy to be
revised in Q3; Review of other records policy in Q4
co
Cn
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 5
[task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
Goal 5 — A Positive Community Identity and Image
Promote and celebrate City identity
Effective multi -channel communication, Community Connectors, Police Department Community Policing Team, Night Out Against Crime, community image
investments
1
Juneteenth event
Plan and implement the annual Juneteenth
Celebration.
MO/PR
High
Celebrated the 4th Annual Juneteenth
Commemoration on Wednesday, June 19 with
speakers and performances to an audience of
300+
2
See You in the Park
Events used to gather and engage with the
community in Tukwila Parks
PR
Highcommunity
g
No longer branded as See you in the Park but
same amount of small events.
Happening all summer long.
3
Police Department
Community Engagement
Include all efforts quarterly including
Community Academy, K9 Introduction, N'hood
Bike Rides, Safety Briefs, Shop with a Cop,
Community Town Hall, Night Out Against
Crime/August - designed to heighten crime
prevention awareness, increase neighborhood
support in anti -crime efforts, and unite our
communities.
PD
High
K9 Raider was introduced to the Council as well as
on social media. We successfully raised money
for his kevlar vest in less than an hour. Raider has
been to Coffee with a Cop at the mall and he has
done a demo for the Community Police Academy
graduation. He's also come out to a Sandlot
baseball game. Community Police Academy was
a great success with seven students/graduates.
The Department received appreciation letters and
positive feedback from those attended. The
Community Engagement Coordinator has started
the planning process for Night Out Against Crime.
4
Communicating with our
community
Review and consider changes to
communications vehicles, including Channel 21
and potential options. (2022)
F&G
MO
Med
Staff is working on a revised communication
strategy.
5
Experience Tukwila
Lead and manage the tourism marketing
program to boost the City's image
PCD
ED
Med
Experience Tukwila is ongoing. Daily posts are
made to the various social media channels. The
City released two videos highlighting businesses in
the City.
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Goal 5
Task #
Task Name
Task Description
Comm
Dept
Staff
Resources
Mid -Year Update
6
Creation and Deployment of
Special Emphasis Unit
Homeless outreach, community engagement,
and "Hot Spots" enforcement efforts.
PD
Med
The Special Emphasis Unit continued to offer
service at homeless encampments and worked
with King County to clean up the south end of the
City. They also conducted shoplifting emphasis
and investigations related to organized retail
thefts.
7
Recreation Program
Planning and
Implementation
Develop and implement programs and activities
in City park facilities.
CSS
PR
Med
Park n Play (mobile recreation) activated from
July and August rotating through the city parks
and facilities.
8
Green Tukwila
Report on restoration activities involving
residents and community organizations
CSS
PR
Med
Quarterly reports provided to CSS
9
1% Art Implementation
Update on public art installations and events
for 2023
CSS
PR
Med
Installed 5 new Utility Box Art Pieces, bringing our
total to 20 across the city:
https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-
and-recreation/public-art-program/utility-box-art-
progra m/2023-uti I ity-box-artists/
10
Ongoing support of block
watches
Providing mentoring and resources for
neighborhood blockwatch communities.
Includes neighborhood briefs.
PD
Low
The Community Engagement Coordinator reached
out to SHAG, Mariblu, and the Confluence
Apartments
of time however there has been lack artments
commitmentfrom the management and residents
9
to participate in the program.
11
Website content refresh
Update and refresh website content. (2021)
MO
Low
Ongoing.
12
City Council Chambers
refresh
Technology and audio/video upgrades using
ARPA funding to enhance quality and user
experience.
MO
Med
A contract for the technology refresh is working
through the council agenda item process.
co
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Definition Key
X) Departments
DCD
Department of Community Development
ED
Economic Development
FIN
Finance
MC
Municipal Court
MO
Mayor's Office
PD
Police Department
PR
Parks & Recreation
PW
Public Works
Staff Resources
High
Significant effort of several staff, cross department, especially director level involvement
Med
Moderate effort of several staff, may involve director
Low
Ongoing work, not cross department
7/9/2024
2024 Workplan - Communications
Communication
Recipients
Frequency
Hazelnut newsletter
All physical addresses in Tukwila; access for
all at TukwilaWA.com
Every other month
Annual Report
All physical addresses in Tukwila
February edition of Hazelnut
eHazelnut
Email subscriber list
Last Monday of the month
Twitter
Tukwila Twitter followers; access for all on
Tukwila's Twitter page online; PD, City,
Parks
Same day for breaking info; Earlier if notification of
upcoming event
Facebook
Tukwila Facebook "likes"; access for all on
Tukwila's Facebook page online
Same day for breaking info; Earlier if notification of
upcoming event
City Website
Access for all at TukwilaWA.com
Generally items from Twitter/Facebook posted on website
the same day
Channel 21
Comcast customers
Updated after council meetings
Video On Demand
On City website all committee and council
meetings
Updated after council meetings
Parks & Recreation enewsletter
Newsletter geared towards Park &
Recreation programming; Email subscriber
list
First week of the month
Tukwila Tracker
Social media content shared on PD website
and by email
Updated with social media content
w
co
7/9/2024
2023 Workplan - Regional Partnerships List
organization
Purpose
Frequency of Mtgs
Dept
4Culture
Cultural Services agency for King County committed to preserving
shared heritage and creating arts and cultural opportunities for
residents and visitors.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
American Payroll Association
Stay apprised of new legislation, practices and policies
Annual
Finance
American Public Works Association (APWA)
APWA is an international educational and professional
association serving Public Works professionals where they can
exchange ideas, improve professional competency, increase the
performance of their agencies and companies, and bring
important public works -related topics to public attention in local,
state and federal arenas. Each year there is a Spring Conference &
a Fall Conference. Develop and update General Special Provisions
(GSPs) to meet Local Agency needs and input that complement
materials specifications of the WSDOT/APWA Standard Specific-
tions. Obtain pre -approval of Materials GSPs for FHWA-funded
projects, aided by WSDOT Highways & Local Programs staff.
Twice a year
Public Works
American Water Works Association (AWWA)
Established in 1881, AWWA is the largest nonprofit, scientific and
educational association dedicated to managing and treating
water, the world's most important resource. AWWA provides
solutions to improve public health, protect the environment,
strengthen the economy and enhance our quality of life.
Monthly
Public Works
Association of City & County Informations
Best Practice and Information sharing among municipalities
Monthly
Administrative Services
Association of City/County Information Systems (ACCIS)
Networking and training opportunity with peers from other
government agencies
Ongoing as needed
Administrative Services
Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA)
To broaden the profession of records management and
information governance
Ongoing as needed
Administrative Services
Association of Washington Cities (AWC)
Represent cities at the state level; Councilmember Hougardy
currently serves on the AWC Board.
Annual conferences; Various
meetings
Mayor's Office
Council
Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Drugs & Alcohol Consortium
City's CDL Random Drug Screen Program - AWC Drug & Alcohol
Consortium helps members stay in compliance with federal drug
and alcohol testing requirements. Our pool of more than 1,500
drivers and safety sensitive employees makes the D&A
Consortium the right choice for employers large and small.
Monthly to Quarterly
Administrative Services
Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Retro Program
AWC Workers' Comp Retro Program provides training and tools
that empower employers to lower risks for on-the-job injuries.
Our focus on injury prevention and safety reduces your overall
workers' compensation costs. Members participate in our Retro
Pool or the Safety Alliance.
Bi-weekly
Administrative Services
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Group focused on regional non -motorized transportation
DCD
4/11/2023
2023 Workplan - Regional Partnerships List
Organization
Purpose
Frequency of Mtgs
Dept
Cascade Water Alliance (CWA)
CWA's mission is to provide water supply to meet current and
future needs of our members in a cost-effective and
environmentally responsible manner through partnerships, water
efficiency programs, acquiring, constructing and managing water
supply infrastructure and fostering regional water planning.
Cascade is a municipal corporation comprised of seven
municipalities (five cites and two water and sewer districts) in the
Puget Sound region that joined together to provide safe, clean,
reliable water supply to its 350,000 residences and more than
20,000 businesses. The Mayor sits on the Administrative Board
and the Resource Management Committee.
Monthly Board & Committee
Meetings
Mayor's Office
Council
Public Works
Central Puget Sound GIS Usergroup
Share best practices related to GIS
Quaterly
Administrative Services
Community Connectivity Consortium (Fiber)
Share detail related fiber assets w/ Puget Sound Municipalities
Quaterly
Administrative Services
Duwamish Alive! Coalition
Supports various restoration and educational activities
throughout the watershed
DCD
Duwamish Alive! Coalition
Duwamish Alive collaborates with the community, municipalities,
non -profits, and businesses within the Duwamish River
Watershed to preserve and enhance habitat for people and
wildlife, towards improving health of the Puget Sound.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
Duwamish Shoreline Restoration Challenge
The City has partnered with Forterra, BECU, City, CBRE to improve
the shoreline environment
DCD
Emergency Management Advisory Council (EMAC) for King County
EMAC advises, assists, reviews, and comments on emergency
management and homeland security issues, regional planning,
and policies. They measure and prioritize core capabilities, and
recommend homeland security allocations and work products to
sustain and enhance preparedness and operational levels.
Members, as set forth in code, provide regional and multi-
discipline perspective, and represent cities, fire service, law
enforcement, hospitals, the Port of Seattle, government, special
purpose districts, tribes, utilities, non-profit agencies, and the
private sector.
Monthly
Police
Firemen's Pension Board
Review claims and provide support to retired firefighters who
qualified for a pension prior to 1971
Quarterly
Mayor's Office
Council
Administrative Services
GARE — Government Alliance on Race and Equity
National network of government working to achieve racial equity
and advance opportunities for all
Annual conference; ongoing
opportunities to engage
Administrative Services
All Departments
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
Washington Finance Officer Association (WFOA)
Puget Sound Finance Officer Association (PSFOA)
National Organization to enhance finance knowledge and
networking
State affiliate of GFOA
Regional affiliate of WSFOA
GFOA & WFOA annual, PSFOA
monthly. In addition, both
GFOA and WFOA offer classes
throughout the year
Finance
4/11/2023
2023 Workplan - Regional Partnerships List
irganization
Purpose
Frequency of Mtgs
Dept
Greater Seattle Partners
Public -private economic development partnership encompassing
King and Snohomish counties.
Quarterly
Mayor's Office
Council
Green Cities Partnership
Forterra works in partnership with local municipalities to develop
achievable goals, shared visions, long-term plans, and community
based stewardship programs to care for the valuable forests and
natural areas in our urban environments.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
Green the Green Partnership Project
Partnership with Forterra, King County Noxious Weeds, and other
local jurisdictions to identify and fund weed control and
revegetation efforts along the Green River
DCD
Green Tukwila Partnership
Partnership with Forterra to develop 20-year plan for stewardship
and conservation of Tukwila urban forests
DCD
GREI - Governing for Racial Equity and Inclusion
Regional group of public agencies working on diversity, equity
and inclusion
Every Other Month
Administrative Services
Haz Waste Q1 City & Tribal Staff Meeting
Regional coalition working to protect public health and the
environment by serving as a clearinghouse for recycling and
waste -related issues
Quarterly
DCD
Highline Forum
Focused on airport -related issues; Port of Seattle coordinates
meetings
Every Other Month
Council
HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute)
Provides credentialing for HR Professional who have mastered
the HR body of knowledge and competencies.
Quarterly
Administrative Services
Human Services Funding Consortium
S, N, E King County cities cohesive 17 city funding application,
quarterly bills
Quarterly
Administrative Services
I-405/SR 167 Executive Advisory Group
A WSDOT committee focusing on 1405/SR 167 transportation
issues
Quarterly
Mayor's Office
ICMA (International City/County Management Association)
WCMA (Washington City/County Management Association)
King County City Managers/City Administrators
International City Manager/Administrator professional
organization
State affiliate of ICMA
County Affiliate of WCMA
Annual conferences; Local
affiliate meets monthly
Mayor's Office
International Association of Property and Evidence (TAPE)
Provides education in property and evidence handling and
storage. Serves as a forum for evidence technicians to gain and
share information
Twice a year
Police
International Council of Shopping Centers
Focused on issues regarding large retail properties
Annual conferences; local
affiliate meets quarterly
Mayor's Office
International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC)
To promote continuing education and certification through
university and college based institutes to its members worldwide.
Ongoing as needed
Administrative Services
International Public Management Association for Human Resources (IPMA — HR)
This program is a non profit, educational organization to establish
for fostering and developing sound policies and practices in
public human resource management. Currently, Juan is the VP
and developing the Washington State Chapter.
Monthly to Quarterly
Administrative Services
4/11/2023
2023 Workplan - Regional Partnerships List
Organization
Purpose
Frequency of Mtgs
Dept
Jewish Family Services of Seattle - Job Referral and CLEVER Program
Partner with Economic Intergration Manager to helps refugees,
immigrants and asylees to become economically, socially and
civically integrated in South King County community. Collaborate
employment workshops and job referral resources.
Monthly
Administrative Services
Joint Tukwila/Burien/SeaTac Human Services Providers
Coordination, networking of contracted providers
Quarterly
Administrative Services
King County Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C)
Collaborate to support projects and programs in areas such as
green building, using and producing renewable energy,
sustainability outreach and education, and alternative
transportation
Periodic Attendance
DCD
King County Economic and Revenue Forecasting Group
Organized by Dave Reich, King County Economist, to share
economic information among Puget Sound area cities
Monthly
Finance
King County Emergency Managers
Members coordinate planning efforts related to EM.
Monthly
Police
King County Flood Control District Advisory Committee
Advises and provides policy and budget recommendations to the
District Flood Control Board
Quarterly
Mayor's Office
King County Growth Management Planning Council
Collaboration on framework policies to guide development of
comprehensive plans
Every Other Month
Council
King County Housing and Community Development Consortium
Make funding recommendations on state, county federal funds
Bi-Annually
Administrative Services
King County Joint Recommendations Committee
Interjurisdictional body provides recommendations on
funding/policy for KC partner cities
Quarterly/as requested
Council
Administrative Services
King County Park & Rec Directors Group
A networking group of P&R Directors/Managers in K.C. that meet
quarterly to discuss issues.
Parks & Recreation
King County Planning Directors
A networking group that shares information on Countywide
issues
Monthly
DCD
King County Play Coalition
A partnership dedicated to ensuring that all children in King
County enjoy the proven health benefits of physical activity.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
King County Police Chiefs and Sheriffs Association
Collaboration between all law enforcement agencies within King
County. Exchange information and discuss policies as well as
provide training.
Monthly
Police
King County Regional Transit Committee
Makes recommendations to King County Council on County -
operated public transportation policies and plans
King County Veterans, Seniors and Human Services
Staff participates in a group that works to provide equitable
services for seniors.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
King County Work Source - Veteran's Job Referral Program
Partner with Work Source employment specialist to increase
awareness and employment resources for military veterans,
disable veterans, and military transitions. Attend Career Fair
events and assist with job referrals as needed for South King
County community.
Quarterly
Administrative Services
Laserfiche and Cities Digital
Ongoing training, upgrades, and solutions associated with the
City's Electronic Content Management System (Laserfiche/Digital
Records Center).
Monthly to Quarterly
Administrative Services
2023 Workplan - Regional Partnerships List
rganization
Purpose
Frequency of Mtgs
Dept
Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC)
The Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC) is a nonpartisan
youth -led committee empowered by state law to represent the
official voice of Washington youth to the Legislature. Each year, a
select group of 14-18 year old students from a diverse range of
political, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds are
appointed to the council by the Lt. Governor's Office.
Parks & Recreation
Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee (MWPAAC)
MWPAAC is a consortium of local jurisdictions delivering
wastewater to KCDNR Waste Treatment Division (WTD) for the
treatment of raw sewage. Representatives meet month ly to
cover issues relevant to the waste disposal contracts and other
regional issues such as reclaimed water, Infiltration/Inflow, and
regional conveyance.
Regularly
Public Works
National League of Cities
Represent cities at the national level
Annual conferences; Various
committees
Mayor's Office
Council
National Public Employers Labor Relations Association (NPELRA)
National organization with goals and objectives similar to the
local association.
Quarterly
Administrative Services
National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA)
National association of parks and recreation professionals and
advocates dedicated to advancement of public parks, recreation
and conservation.
Parks & Recreation
NTIA National Telecommunications and Information Administration
NTIA is the Executive Branch agency that is principally responsible
for advising the President on telecommunications and
information policy issues
Ongoing as needed
Administrative Services
Professional Golf Association (PGA) of America
PGA of America is the world's largest sports organization,
comprised of 27,000 men and women golf Professionals who are
the recognized experts in teaching and growing the game.
Parks & Recreation
Puget Sound Partnership
Accelerating science -based effort to protect and restore Puget
Sound
Quarterly
Council
DCD
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
Partnership of cities, counties, ports, federal, state and regional
transportation agencies, railroads and trucking interests, intent
on solving freight mobility problems with coordinated solutions.
Grant program that supports transportation projects in smaller
towns and cities in rural areas of the region. The KCPEC reviews
local agency prioritized projects and recommends the top
competing projects to the King County members of the PSRC's
Transportation Policy Board (TPB) for review and approval. Mayor
Ekberg serves on the Executive Board.
Monthly Board Meetings;
various subcommittee
schedules
Mayor's Office
Council
Rave Foundation
The RAVE Foundation is the community based Foundation that
represents the Seattle Sounders. (From website) RAVE
Foundation envisions a region abundant with opportunities for
free play, where we all work together to use soccer as a vehicle to
foster wellness, inspire learning, and strengthen connections to
community.
Regularly
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Purpose
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Dept
Refugee Forum
Education, networking on refugee issues
Monthly
Administrative Services
Regional Affordable Housing Task Force
Advise on housing affordability issues
DCD
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC)
To improve pet licensing and other marketing efforts.
Monthly to Quarterly
Administrative Services
Regional Housing Repair Group
Education, networking
Annually
Administrative Services
SCL Rate Review Panel
Provide input to SCL's six year strategic plan.
Annually
Public Works
SCORE Jail
Executive Board
Finance Committee
CIO Forum
A regionally owned jail in of which Tukwila is an owner City. The
Mayor serves on the Administrative Board. Finance Director
serves on Finance Committee. TIS Deputy Director serves on the
CIO Forum.
Monthly
Mayor's Office
Finance
SeaTac Airport Stakeholder Advisory Roundtable (StART)
Focused on airport -related issues
Monthly
Mayor's Office
Council
Seattle City Light Habitat Enhancement Creston-Duwamish Stakeholders
Committee
Study by SCL to test different vegetation management methods
on sites in Tukwila and Seattle under the power corridor; data will
be collected over the next several years with plan to implement
findings throughout SCL corridors
DCD
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce
Local chamber of commerce
As needed
Mayor's Office
Council
Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Agency
Focused on increased overnight stays at SeaTac, Tukwila, and Des
Moines
Monthly
Mayor's Office
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
A national organization that provides resources for HR
Professionals nationwide.
Quarterly
Administrative Services
Sound Cities Association (SCA)
SCA Public Issues Committee (PIC)
Represent King County cities in regional issues
Recommend policy positions and regional appointments to the
SCA Board. Councilmember Quinn currently serves on the the
Board.
Monthly PIC meetings;
Monthly Board meetings;
Mayor's Office
Council
Sound Transit
Build and manage high capacity transit in the Puget Sound region
As needed
Mayor's Office
Administrative Services
Soundside Alliance for Economic Development
Broad economic development focus in the south King County
region
Monthly
Mayor's Office
Council
South King Council of Human Services
Education, advocacy, networking
Annually
Administrative Services
South King County Area Transportation Board
Area elected receive information on South KC transportation
meetings
DCD
Council
South King County Cultural Association
SoCo provides advocacy, collaborative marketing, networking
opportunities and professional development for our members.
Bi-Monthly Meetings
Parks & Recreation
South King County Human Services Planners (regional)
Coordination of services, joint planning and delivery
Monthly
Administrative Services
South King County Joint Planners and Developers
Collaborative group of planners and developers to talk about
housing isses in South King County
' Quarterly
DCD
South King County planners monthly meeting (SoKiHo)
Regional group to discuss the unique plannng issues of South King
County
Monthly
DCD
South King County Senior Center Directors
A networking group that discusses issues affecting seniors living
in South K.C.
Monthly
Parks & Recreation
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
Work collaboratively with other South King County jurisdictions
to address affordable housing and homelessness.
Monthly
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Dept
Technical Advisory Committee
Provide direction on Metro's Long Range Transportation Plan
DCD
Tukwila King County Work Source - CLEVER Program
Opportunity to establish a list of employment and training
programs to increase awareness, resources, and workforce
services in the South King County community. Partner with Work
Source employment specialist to help higher skilled refugees find
jobs that fit their skills and training through Washington's CLEVER
(Career Ladders for Educated and Vocationally Experienced
Refugees) program. This program is to develop a career path plan
for their short and long term goals in order to get back into their
chosen career.
Monthly
Administrative Services
Tukwila School District Continuing Technical Education Board
Ensure CTE programs allign to student and industry needs.
Monthly
Administrative Services
Tukwila School District Providers Meeting
Collaboration and coordination on services to kids and families
Every Other Month
Administrative Services
United States Conference of Mayors
The United States Conference of Mayors is the official non-
partisan organization of cities represented by the elected Mayor.
Mayors contribute to the development of national urban policy
by serving on one or more of the conference's standing
committees. Conference policies and programs are developed
and guided by an Executive Committee and Advisory Board, as
well as the standing committees and task forces which are
formed to meet changing needs.
Annual Meeting & Annual
Conference
Mayor's Office
Urban Forestry Forum
County group to discuss the shared vision for forest cover and
forest health, and associated implement strategies.
Quarterly
DCD
Urban Land Institute
Nonprofit research and education organization that facilitates
information and experience on land use practices and policy
Annual conferences
Mayor's Office
US Bank Procurement Group
Stay apprised of new policies, practices; share information
Annual
Finance
Utility Finance Officers (UFO)
Enhance knowledge, exchange information with utility districts
and other utility providers
Quarterly
Finance
Valley Cities Technology Group
Department Directors meet to discuss common issues, network
and share data. Line staff are invited for specific topics
Administrative Services
Valley Civil Disturbance Unit
Valley Agencies (Kent, Renton, Tukwila, Auburn, Federal Way,
and Port of Seattle) each have a team of 15-20 personnel of all
ranks. The teams deploy and train together to handle large scale
disturbances, crowd, and riot control.
Twice a year
Police
Valley Communications
Valley Communications Operations Board
Valley Communications Finance Committee
Valley Communications Advisory Committee for Technology (ACT)
Regional 911 center for South King County. Mayor serves as the
Chair of the Administrative Board. Police serves on the
Operations Board that creates policy and provides operations
oversight. Finance Director serves on the Finance Committee that
oversees financial policies and operations. Administrative
Services serves on the Committee for Technology that provides
oversight and coordination on technology issues.
Monthly
Mayor's Office
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Valley Investigations Team
Valley Agencies each have a team of 3-4 investigations personnel
of all ranks. The teams deploy and train together to handle large
scale investigations and officer involved shootings in those
jurisdictions
Monthly
Police
Valley SWAT
Valley Agencies each assign seven team members. The team is
responsible for conducting operations that are outside the
normal capabilities of patrol such as hostage rescue or high -risk
arrest warrants
Quarterly
Police
Vulnerable Populations Task Force (Public Health)
Address needs of vulnerable pops related to emergency
management
Administrative Services
WA Association of Public Records Officers (WAPRO)
Provides education in support of the Public Records Act and a
forum for public records officers and those involved in
responding to public records requests
Monthly
Police
WA Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors
Share the latest developments in wired and wireless
telecommunications, FCC activities, federal and state
telecommunication policy issues, managing
cable/telecommunication franchises, enhancing PEG production
techniques, effective PEG channel management, new technology
demonstrations and more. Suggested attendees include your
cable and telecommunication franchise managers, right-of-way
managers, television producers, content creators,
communications managers, municipal attorneys, city managers
and PEG access coordinators.
Anually / As Needed
Administrative Services
WACE — Washington Association of Code Enforcement
Statewide group providing annual education/training and
networking opportunities
Spring and Fall conferences
DCD
Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC)
Membership for all police chiefs and sheriffs. Provides training
and support for all law enforcement agencies throughout
Washington.
Yearly
Police
Washington Bond Issuers
Enhance knowledge of changes in municipal bond rules and
trends
As needed
Finance
Washington Economic Development Association (WEDA)
Information sharing and advocacy on economic development
Bi-weekly (during covid)
Mayor's Office
Washington Festivals & Events Association (WFEA)
Organization for people working in the festivals and events
industry aimed at providing professional education, and
leadership development opportunities.
Parks & Recreation
Washington Municipal Clerks Association (WMCA)
Promoting professional and educational standards for Municipal
Clerks in the State of Washington and providing improved local
governmental services.
Ongoing as needed
Administrative Services
Washington Public Employers Labor Relations Association (WAPELRA)
To promote the profession of HR Management and labor
relations in local government through education, mutual support,
professional recognition and legislative advocacy.
Quarterly
Administrative Services
Washington Recreation and Parks Association (WRPA)
State association of parks and recreation professionals that
promotes excellence through advocacy, education, networking,
and training.
Several staff involved in sub -
committees that meet monthly
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Dept
Washington State Association of Permit Technicians
Statewide group providing education/training and networking
opportunities
DCD
Washington State Association of Senior Centers
Organization aided at enhancing, educating and supporting
professionals working with the aging population.
Parks & Recreation
Washington State Planning Directors
Advise on statewide policy issues
DCD
Washington State Recycling Coordinators
Recycling coordinators from western Washington cities and
counties share information and set priories for funding and
programs
DCD
Washington Treasurer's Association (WTA)
Enhance knowledge of treasury functions; statewide networking
Annual
Finance
Water Resource Inventory Area 9 Forum and WRIA 9 ITC Implementation
Technical Committee
Working groups that provide guidance, technical information,
and planning for the WRIA 9 Habitat Plan
DCD
WSDOT Transportation Professionals Forum
Washington Transportation Professionals Forum is a group of
local agency traffic, transportation, and PW engineers,
technicians, directors, managers, supervisors, planners, mayors,
clerks, council members, etc. Members share information and
discuss ideas about traffic -and transportation -related issues.
Public Works
Zone 3 Emergency Managers
Members coordinate planning efforts related to EM.
Quarterly
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