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Home My WebLink About2024-11-30 E-Hazelnut NewsletterCity of Tukwila E-Hazelnut Newsletter - November 2024 Quick Links • City of Tukwila Website • City Employment Opportunities • Experience Tukwila • TukTV Tukwila Elected Officials Mayor: Thomas McLeod City Council: Mohamed Abdi (Council President) De'Sean Quinn Tosh Sharp Armen Papyan Jovita McConnell Dennis Martinez Hannah Hedrick 2025 Minimum Wage Rates go Up! Updated minimum wage rates for 2025 were recently added to the City's Labor Standards web page in October. We want to make sure Tukwila employers, employees, and community groups are aware that increased minimum wage hourly rates go into effect on January 1, 2025. Certain employers are required to pay their employees the 2025 minimum hourly rate of $21.10 (Large Employers) or $20.10 (Mid -Size Employers. What size is your employer per the Ordinance? Visit www.TukwilaWa.gov/MinimumWage to learn about Ordinance requirements. Use the web page and downloadable resources to determine if you're a "covered" employer per the Ordinance. Required Notice to Employee forms, Labor Standards FAQs, and employee Complaint Forms are there as well. Employers with even one hourly employee in Tukwila may actually be considered a Large or Mid -Size Employer. "Covered" employers are required to pay Tukwila minimum wage rates and must offer qualified part-time employees additional hours of work before hiring new employees, subcontractors or staffing agencies. Minimum Wage Ordinance Program Manager Julie Hatley performs outreach at community events, or as invited, to provide increased awareness about the Ordinance. Contact Julie directly to invite her to host a Q&A or present the Ordinance with handouts to your group. 00 • Questions? Contact Julie Hatley at 206-552-6873 or MinimumWage@TukwilaWa.gov. Join us for a Winter Weather Preparedness Workshop on December 5, 2024 Presentation C ' Workshop! Pre INTE BATHE A EDNE S Thursday, December 5 — 6:OOPM at the Tukwila Community Center 12424 - 42nd Avenue S Please joinTukwila Emergency Management, Puget Sound Fire, Tukwila Water Department and other subject matter experts to discuss the steps you should take to prepare you're home for winter weather. �hr This event will be a combination of presentations and hands-on practice. / * Throughout the presentation we'll discuss: National Weather Services' WinterWeather Outlook Common Winter Hazards Vehicle andTravel Preparedness Holiday Fire Hazard Prevention Preventing water emergencies, such as freezing pipes, and locating your water shut-off We'II also practice how to safely shut your water off at the meter. Celebrate our diverse community at a Tukwila Culture & Fashion Show IMP L. 0174 gr1 v o Celebrate at 7irkrvila's T FAsaION SHOW Sunday, December 8, 2024 1.1up Nihon 2101111es D 1 Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Tukwila Culture & Fashion Show taking place at the Sullivan Center at Tukwila Village (14350 Tukwila International Blvd.) on December 8 from 4pm to 7pm! This vibrant event brings together the best of Tukwila's local immigrant and refugee -owned clothing businesses, showcasing stunning fashion, unique shopping finds, and the rich diversity of our community. What to Expect: • Fashion Show: Discover the latest trends from local fashion designers and retailers. The Fashion Show will kick off at 4pm, so make sure to come early! • Live Performances & DJ: Enjoy the energy of live music and a DJ spinning tunes to keep the night lively. • Shopping: Explore a variety of one -of -a -kind items from local immigrant and refugee -owned businesses and pick up some pieces for yourself or loved ones. • Free Refreshments: Sip on light refreshments while you shop and mingle with fellow attendees. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast, a supporter of local businesses, or just looking to enjoy an evening of entertainment, the Tukwila Culture & Fashion Show is an event you won't want to miss. It's a perfect way to support our diverse community while experiencing the best of what Tukwila has to offer. Mark your calendars —this event is FREE to attend, and all are welcome to join in the celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Thank you to Medina Mall and the Somali Independent Business Alliance for putting on this incredible event! Sponsored by Experience Tukwila and the Port of Seattle. Property tax exemptions for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Washington state has a program to help seniors remain in the homes they love by easing their property tax burden. Even better, the King County Assessor and others worked with the legislature to update that program by raising the income limit. The annual income limit for this program is now $84,000. This new income limit keeps up with inflation and provides tax relief for tens of thousands more King County residents. The exemption can reduce property tax by 30% to 90%, depending on income level, property value and taxing district. This relief is available to applicants meeting the following criterial: Age/Disability • Born in 1962 or earlier, or • Disabled and unable to work in 2023 or earlier, or • Veteran of United States armed forces, with service -connected evaluation of 80%, or entitled to and receiving compensation from U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs at the 100% rate because you are unemployable due to service -connected disability. Income (earned in 2022) • Annual household income under the threshold of $84,000, including Social Security and other sources (RCW 84.36.383(5)) Ownership/Occupancy • Own your residence as of 12/31/2023, and • Occupy as a primary residence during six months of 2024 With information from your 2024 tax documents you can apply online at TaxRelief.KingCounty.gov. To get more information, or assistance with the online application, please call 206-296-3920, or email Exemptions.Assessments@KingCounty.gov. City of Tukwila 16200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila WA 98188 1206 433-1800 City of Tukwila 16200 Southcenter Blvd I Tukwila, WA 98188 US