HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-03 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 17 No. 2THE HAZELNUT
What is Vision Tukwila?
It's direct citizen feedback
to local government,
through a get-together
here in Tukwila,
inviting people to come get
their questions answered
by City staff, and to
let the City know what
they think is important.
If you have any questions
about Vision Tukwila,
please call Rhonda Berry
at 433-1851.
A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business community
VOLUME 17, NUMBER 2
MARCH 1996
Join us forVISIOfl TUkVU'iIa
the return of
YOUR GOVERNMENT WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!!
On Wednesday, April 17th, Tukwila's tradition of participatory
government continues with another Vision Tukwila meeting.
Topics to be discussed include:
• Highway 99 Activities:
Neighborhood Resource Center
Highway 99 Action Committee
Community -Oriented Policing
Tukwila street improvement plans
• Neighborhood Revitalization
• Creation of `Enterprise Zone"
• Tukwila Community Center:
Status report on the new center
Community input on uses for the old center
• Code Enforcement
• Tukwila Pond
• Other topics as determined by the community
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Wednesday, April 17th!
Come out and let your elected officials and City staff members
know how you feel about what we're doing, what we ought to
be doing, and what we could do better.
The meeting will be held at Foster High School Commons,
located at S. 144th Street/42nd Avenue S., from 7:00 to 9:00PM.
Join us for refreshments and straight talk about making the City
work better for you!
Look inside for:
• Road construction projects
• Diversity awareness
• "The Lunch Bus" shuttle
• Earth Day reminders
• Domestic Violence Task Force
• Parks and Recreation activities
• Highway 99 revitalization
COUNCIL CORNER
by Pam Carter, Council President
Diversity awareness and
appreciation - ideas welcome
In the early 1900's, immigrants settled what is now Tukwila. In the history book
"Tukwila, Community at the Crossroads", Thomas Scibor, Jr. recalls, "When we
came to Riverton in 1919, it seemed that each and every household was of a different
nationality and religion." History tends to repeat itself, and Tukwila continues to be
a community of diversity. Nearly 30 different languages are spoken in our schools.
The City Council believes that the community should take the opportunity to make
that diversity a valued part of our city. Immigrants, ethnic or racial groups, and the
physically -challenged populations each have their own needs, lifestyles, priorities
and skills. When we appreciate and understand differences in values, life experi-
ences and culture, we broaden our personal horizons.
What do you think about a plan to encourage the appreciation of diversity and to
involve all elements of the community in the City's policies, activities and celebra-
tions? Such a plan could involve, for example, establishing an advisory board,
supporting English language classes for adults, coordinating with school programs,
holding a community festival highlighting ethnic food and celebration, or getting
minority business owners on Highway 99 together to support one another.
We'd like your ideas, comments and suggestions about diversity issues in Tukwila
and what the City's role should be in making sure our diversity is a strength,
benefiting the entire community.
What should the City do to bring together diverse parts of our community?
t Can we be more responsive to the needs of our community's diverse elements?
- How can we better understand other cultures, races and differences?
Let us hear from you. The Council's message line number is 431-3652. You
can also call any Council member (directory on back page of Hazelnut),
or drop a line to the Tukwila City Council at 6200 Southcenter
Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188.
We look forward to hearing from you!
WASHDOT happens...
construction projects in Tukwilr
The Washington State Department of
Transportation has several construction
projects underway within Tukwila.
The current I-5 construction projects
from Lucile Street to I-405 involve wid-
ening to provide an HOV lane in each
direction, and the addition of an HOV
bypass lane with ramp metering on the
on -ramps. The scheduled completion
date is August, 1997.
Another construction project on I-5 from
I-405 to South 188th Street is scheduled
to begin this summer and finish during
the summer of 1998. This project will
provide similar features as the work to
the north: HOV lanes, HOV bypass lane
with ramp metering.
The current construction on I-405 from
I-5 to Factoria involves partial pavement
overlay of I-405 and the addition of an
HOV bypass lane with ramp meteriri
on the on -ramps. This project is sched-
uled for completion in October, 1997.
All of these projects will involve lane
and street closures and detours on the
local arterials, such as Boeing Access
Road, Interurban Avenue, Southcenter
Boulevard, Klickitat Drive, and West
Valley Highway at various times through-
out the duration of the construction.
If you have any further questions regard-
ing these WSDOT projects,
please contact Claudia
Cornish at 440-4472.
Detourist class... bridge reconstruction coming to 51st Avenue South
The 51st Avenue South bridge and roadway to the north of the
bridge will be closed — except to local traffic — for approxi-
mately one year (requiring about 2,800 vehicles per day to
detour around the construction area). The reconstruction of
the 51st Avenue South bridge, which spans over South 154th
Street, will begin this spring.
The project includes demolition of the existing bridge, con-
struction of a new bridge which will meet current roadway
and seismic design requirements, and new roadway construc-
tion north of the bridge extending to South 151st Street. In
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addition, sidewalks will be provided along both sides of the
bridge. The City plans to provide a stairway connecting 51st
Avenue South with South 154th Street below after the bridge
construction project is completed. The roadway construction
north of the bridge will provide safer sight distances br
smoothing the vertical curve of the roadway. In addition
pedestrian paths will be provided along both sides of the
roadway.
If you have any questions regarding this project, please call
Tukwila's Department of Public Works at 433-0179.
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Where do you buy the hammer and nails for your weekend
projects, where do you go to have dry cleaning done, and
where do your kids go after school? Part of revitalizing the
Highway 99 corridor involves supporting the businesses and
facilities that have a positive presence in the area. In the case
of local businesses, this may mean paying a little more. But
consider what could happen if Larry's, or Bartell's, or Don the
Barber wasn't there? Or the pool, or the new library? We need
to support our neighborhood center today in order to build a
community for the future.
Everyone is getting involved. The Neighborhood Resource
Center opened in November, and Foster Library had its open
house in February of this year. Crime -busting and other clean-
up work is being undertaken by a public/private partnership,
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' \ Spotlight on Tukwila
Boards and Commissions
Economic Development Advisory Board
Tukwila's Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB)
was established to provide advice and information to the
Mayor, City Council, and City staff on plans and programs for
economic development. The EDAB is made up of residents,
City Council members, City staff, business owners, banking
officials, the Chamber of Commerce and other corporate
figures. The Board has focused its efforts in two main areas —
keeping existing businesses and attracting new businesses.
Since its creation in '94, the Board has enjoyed numerous
successes and is proceeding with on-going projects.
• During the summer of 1995, EDAB spon-
sored a real estate forum providing an oppor-
tunity for the brokerage community to learn
about the tremendous advantages of locat- g
ing in Tukwila.
The Board joined forces with the Highway 99
Action Committee to help create a more attrac-
tive area for new and existing businesses.
• Letters were sent out in March to Tukwila businesses
soliciting their active participation in the Board's activities.
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the Highway 99 Action Committee. And the City of Tukwila
has been working on strategies to change the image and make
physical improvements in the area.
In support of these latter efforts, the City assembled a panel of
experts in real estate brokerage and development to review
the direction established for the Highway 99 area in the
recently -adopted Comprehensive Plan. At this meeting,
representatives of the Tukwila City Council, Planning Com-
mission, 99 Task Force and Economic Development Advisory
Board asked the panel for its insight and feedback, and the
panel's overall response to current and future improvements
in the area was very positive.
The next phase of the overall Revitalization Plan will be to
design roadway improvements. The City is organizing meet-
ings with the people who own land adjacent to the roadway,
and will also be discussing options with the community at
large during the next Vision Tukwila meeting.
If you know of a group who would like to have a speaker come
to discuss the Revitalization Plan or the planning process with
its members, please call Moira Bradshaw or Diana Painter,
Project Managers, in the Tukwila Department of Community
Development at 431-3670.
• In January, the EDAB worked with the Seattle/King County
Economic Development Council in a joint effort to recruit
a large semiconductor manufacturer to Tukwila.
Just as a distinction is made between a child's growth and
development, so too can one be drawn between an area's
economic growth and development. Growth refers to an
increase in quantity only - more of the same jobs, goods and
services. Development, however, means a change in charac-
ter or structure. It refers to a shift in resource use, labor force
skills, production methods, and marketing measures.
Economic development gives a community the flexibility it
needs to adjust to local or outside changes, including
population trends, shifting consumer spending and
a downturns in key local industries. With this in
1, mind, EDAB is striving to recruit positive busi-
nesses and industries that are clean, diversify
S the economy, and provide higher paying jobs.
Tukwila's Economic Development Advisory
Board meets at 4:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday
of every month at Fire Station #51, 444 Andover
Park East. For more information, call Alan Doerschel,
City of Tukwila Finance Director, at 433-1838. The
Board encourages your participation in promoting economic
development in Tukwila.
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GARDEN
Hoe, hoe, hoe...
time for gardeners
to think "Pea Patch"
There are still a few plots available for the 1996 Codiga Farm Pea Patch program
(located at 12535 - 50th Place S.). Don't miss out on this great opportunity to grow
your own produce for personal use. If you are interested in participating in this
program, contact Dave at the Tukwila Community Center, 243-5198.
Soggy season start will give way to great golf games
The Great Flood of '96 closed the Foster golf course for over ten days, leaving an
empty bank account but no permanent damage to the course. Former Golf
Professional Billy Aliment recalled the last flood that actually made it to the club
house was back in the early 50's.
Traditionally, January and February see the fewest rounds played. But this year's
weather — the rain, cold and lack of sun — have all contributed to making the start
of 1996 the all-time slowest since the City of Tukwila purchased the golf course.
Although revenues for '96 will be less than anticipated, construction of the new
3rd, 5th, 9th and 10th tees will begin on schedule. Earthwork will start in August
and the tees will be open for play in the spring of '97.
The 17th hole soon will be back in play. Golfers will be challenged to carry the new
1.5 million gallon irrigation pond that runs halfway down the fairway. First shots
will be fired by Course Superintendent Chuck Morris. The Staff wishes all golfers
good luck on their first attempt; we expect a few shots will get wet...
Join us in
CREATING A GRAND ENTRANCE
at Tukwila's new Community Center .
Purchase a personalized tile paver to be installed in the new
entrance walkway for: .
• Graduation • Birthdays • Family history
• Memorial • Special occasions • Corporate tiles
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Tiles are only $30 each, with up to three lines of text inscribed
with your special message. To order, please call Dorothy Cox
at 433-1858 or pick up an order form at:
CITY OF TUKWILA
Parks and Recreation Department
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Tukwila, WA 98188
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Seniors can sign up for
Men's and Co-ed softball fury
The Tukwila Senior Softball teams will
be kicking off the new season beginning
in April. Both men's and coed teams
play in 55 -and -over leagues, and they're
always looking for new ballplayers to
come join the fun! If you are interested,
please call Dan Thurston or Sheri
McConnaughey at 243-5198.
Parks Department is taking
picnic shelter reservations
The Community Center is currently
accepting applications for Picnic Shelter
reservations for 1996 at the following
City parks:
Bicentennial Park
Christensen Rd. & Strander Blvd.
Crystal Springs Park
51st Avenue S. & S. 158th Street
Duwamish Park
42nd Avenue S. & S. 116th Street
Foster Memorial Park
53rd Avenue S. & S. 137th Street
Tukwila Park
65th Avenue S. & S. 153rd Street
Applications may be made in person at
the Tukwila Community Center, Mon-
day thru Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.
Contact the Center at 243-5198 for
more information.
Tukwila Community Center
243-5198
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Spring Break Day Camp
'Natural Wonders" April 8--12
The Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department will
be offering Spring Break Day Camp for boys and
girls in grades K-0. Regular and extended hours
are available. We will spend the week expforing the
natural wonders of the world and our field trip will
be to the Pacific Science Center and Imax The-
ater. For information on costs and registration,
calf 243.5198.
Easter Egg Hunt at Fort Pent Park
10:00 AM Saturday, April Sth
Tukwila Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with
King County Natural Resources and Parks Divi-
sion, will be holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt at
Fort Dent Park. Children ages 1-1/2 through 12
years are invited to participate. Prizes and candy
will be given out and we aIso expect a visitf rom the
Easter Bunny! This event is held rain or shine.
Watch for our special flier with all of our summer
rrograms such as Day Camp, Playground Program,
)orfs Camps and Field Trips!
Vevik Pleitiviiiiec
Northwest Puppet Excursion
12:00-3:30 PM Saturday, April 20th
Come experience a puppet show at the Northwest
Puppet Center, featuring the Carter Family Mari-
onettes. They will tell the puppet classic, Pinocchio.
This program is offered to children ages 5-12 years.
Cost is $7.50 per child. Pre registration is required.
In --Line Skating
In-line skating (most commonly referred to as roller-
blading) is the fastest growing sport in America.
Instructor is certified by the International In -Line
Skating Association. Class is open for youth 0 and up
and families. Lessons include 3 hours of instruction.
Cost: $18.001session
Session 1:
Session 2:
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Teen Scene
for 4geS 12—int
Tukwila Parks and Recreation invites the teens of
Tukwila to join us for some of our exciting and new
activities. The trips and fees listed include costs and
transportation from the Tukwila Community Center.
Pre -registration is required. Call 243-5195.
Spririg 4rts Crafts Wei-VI/of
Learn how to rubber stamp, emboss and make great
spring gifts at the Tukwila Community Center.
Saturday, March 23rd 1:00-3:00 PM $10.00
Sut —ttit:
builditig Iiridps iti Cittiruriicatiot "
Child care will be provided for children ages 4-10
years. Foster High School Auditorium.
Wednesday, March 27th 7:00-9:00 PM FREE
4/15 and 4/10 7:15--8:45 PM
5/2 and 5/3 7:15-8:45 PM
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T':e:.c n Flashlight Egg Hup t
Look for candy and great prizes in the dark! Bring a
flashlight and a bag to Foster Park.
Friday, April 5th 7:00-8:00 PM $1.00
Syririg Flirig Tit,ti: C'ativ
Field trips, services projects, pizza parties, movies, and
much more! Ages 12-15 years at the Tukwila Community
Center.
April 5th thru 12th 9AM-4PM daily $30.00 for the week
04 fiasketball
Join us as we watch the Seattle Supersonics take on the
Sacramento Kings!
Wednesday, April 10th 5:00-11:00 PM $11.00
Q..eattl.. Mariri*rs
Help us root, root, root for the American League Champs
as they take on the Toronto Blue Jays!
Saturday, April 20th 5:30-11:00 PM $7.00
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Defining new ways to think about
helping a community
These days, governments and social service workers discussing healthy communi-
ties use words and phrases like "risk factors," "protective factors" and "resiliency."
What are they talking about?
These terms represent conditions that research has shown to influence the presence
of problems or challenges facing families and communities. They also represent
things that could help a community become healthier. Youth violence and
associated problem behaviors like substance abuse, school failure, and teenage
pregnancy have created a need for developing effective programs and taking action.
Understanding today's terminology
According to researchers Hawkins and Catalano, "risk factors" are conditions that
could increase the likelihood that young people will develop behavior problems as
they become adolescents. (Risk factors can also apply to a community.) For
example, availability of drugs, firearms, poverty and social isolation are conditions
that can set up a community for difficulties.
"Protective factors," on the other hand, can be support systems such as family and
school, organizations and services that enhance or promote a healthy community or
family. These conditions help protect people from negative consequences or
exposure to unhealthy risks. Supportive families and adults, friends, clear expecta-
tions for behavior, and availability of social help such as jobs, recreation programs,
affordable housing and childcare can all be considered protective factors.
"Resiliency" is the ability to bounce back or to withstand hardship or stress. Different
qualities can help make a person resilient: positive relationships, humor, strong
determination, conscience, problem solving skills, health, etc.
And why is this important to Tukwila? Because these terms are increasingly used
as ways to improve a community's ability to address tough social problems. Funders
are also asking communities to use these concepts.
In summary, agencies and organizations may be looking at ways that help commu-
nities and families make a plan for helping people build on that which is positive. The
emphasis is on prevention... before problems arise and are tough to handle.
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Task force steps up activity /-
in fighting domestic violence
Family violence is a concern throughout
many communities, including Tukwila.
In 1993, representatives from several
City departments, nonprofit agencies
and organizations started meeting in
Tukwila to talk about how the "system"
could be improved to help protectsurvi-
vors of family violence and hold offend-
ers accountable.
This group, which has become known
as the Domestic Violence Task Force,
intensified its efforts during the summer
of 1995, holding monthly meetings and
developing goals and a mission state-
ment. The group's mission is to "coor-
dinate the criminal justice system and
community response to safeguard and
empower victims, hold abusers account-
able, increase community awareness,
and rally support."
Newly -set goals include: increasing com-
munity education; outreach and access
to services; improving coordination and
communication; and enhancing and
strengthening intervention for victims/
survivors and their families.
Several group members have offered to
serve as part of a "speakers bureau"
team that would talk about the Task
Force and what Tukwila is trying to
accomplish. If your group is interested
in having a speaker on this topic, please
call Evelyn, Human Services Coordina-
tor, at 241-7144, or Keith, Assistant
Chief of Police, at 433-1808.
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Countdown to Earth Day
April 22, 1996 is the 26th
anniversary of Earth Day. Here are
some ideas for supporting the environ-
ment by reducing waste as you shop.
Shop Smart— Many of the choices we
make in the supermarket and other
stores can affect the health of our planet
and its inhabitants. We can significantly
reduce the amount of waste we gener-
ate by being conscious shoppers.
Product packaging accounts for about
1/3 of the average household's garbage
and about 10% of a product's price.
Becoming a smart shopper means that
u'll reduce waste by not bringing it
.oto your home in the first place. You'll
save money, too. Good ecology is usu-
ally good economics!
Here are some ways your purchasing
power can work for our environment.
• Avoid unnecessary packaging.
Buy in bulk quantities or economy sizes.
Fancy multi -layered packaging gener-
ates more garbage. When asked, "Would
you like your groceries bagged in plastic
or paper?", choose neither. Bring your
own reusable shopping bag or take your
purchase home without a bag.
• If it's necessary to use a disposable
bag, reuse and recycle it.
• Avoid disposable products.
Choose reusable items instead.
• Look for products packaged in
recyclable or recycled materials.
This helps complete the recycling loop.
• Buy durable products that need
few repairs. They may cost more at
first but will cost you less in the long run.
Check consumer magazines for infor-
mation on product durability.
• Buy nontoxic or the least toxic
products. Read product warning labels
to find out how hazardous a product is.
• Buy phosphate -free detergents.
which are low in metals.
• Buy unbleached and recycled
paper products when possible.
• Purchase locally grown produce.
You will support your local economy
and save energy required in transporta-
tion. Also avoid buying produce out of
season. Fruits and vegetables from other
countries may be grown with more
chemicals than the U.S. allows.
• Avoid products containing chlo-
rofluorocarbons (CFCs), which are
associated with ozone depletion and
global climate change. Have your air
conditioners and refrigerator repaired
only by those trained to capture CFCs.
Aerosol cans, foam cushions, building
insulation, and packaging materials such
as styrofoam may be manufactured with
CFCs. Check before you buy!
• Buy rechargeable batteries.
• Buy cardboard egg cartons.
Reduce your waste— In just one year,
Washington residents generate enough
garbage to cover four lanes of I-90 about
six feet deep from Seattle to Spokane.
Tell the store what you think— If you
can't find recyclable packaging, let the
manager know you want the choice.
Also request that your store identify
products that are environmentally
friendly, with labels and promotions.
Plant g Tree or adh Day
Southcenter and Tukwila
to support Earth Day
This Earth Day, shopping dollars can
buy more than just merchandise — they
can help support and encourage better
use of our community's resources. On
April 22, Southcenter Mall in Tukwila
will launch a special campaign to target
and reward "green" shoppers. The mall
will distribute Green Dollar coupons
that feature discounts offered by South -
center stores with outstanding recycling,
waste prevention and buying recycled
product activities. Southcenter is com-
mitted to waste prevention and recy-
cling and is co -sponsoring the Green
Dollars campaign with the City of Tuk-
wila Business Recycling Program. Ap-
proximately 20,000 Green Dollar cou-
pons will be distributed beginning April
22 through June 21. To pick up a
coupon or learn more about how South -
center preserves resources, look for
Southcenter customer services staff and
materials posted throughout the mall on
Earth Day.
Compost bins offered at
Spring recycling event
To get you started in the won-
derful world of composting,
the Tukwila Recycling Pro-
gram will offer residents
sturdy, recycled plastic com-
post bins at our annual spring
recycling event on May 18 at
Foster High School. We have
only 50 bins available, so one
per household, please. Cash
only; first come, first served.
Want more information about
recycling or composting
in Tukwila?
Call Rebecca Fox, Recycling
Coordinator, at 431-3683.
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CITY DIRECTORY
TUKWILA CITY HALL
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Telephone: (206) 433-1800
Fax number: (206) 433-1833
Hours: Mon. thru Fri., 8:30AM-5:OOPM
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Pam Carter, President 244-0558
Joe H. Duffle (beeper #) 994-7229
Allan Ekberg 241-6904
Jim Haggerton 244-7846
Joan Hernandez 248-0260
Pamela Linder 439-2473
Steve Mullet 241-6454
Lucy Lauterbach, Analyst433-1834
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers
Regular Mtgs 1st/3rd Mondays
Work Mtgs 2nd/4th Mondays
Agenda Information Line... 431-3656
CITY OFFICES
Mayor
John "Wally"Rants 433-1805
City Administrator
John McFarland 433-1832
Finance Department
Alan Doerschel, Director 433-1835
Fire Department
Tom Keefe, Chief 575-4404
Dept. of Community Development
Steven Lancaster, Dir431-3680
Parks/Recreation Department
Don Williams, Director 433-1843
Police Department
Ron Waldner, Chief 433-1808
Public Works Department
Ross Eamst, Director 433-0179
Dept. of Administrative Services
Viki Witschger, Director. 433-1831
City Clerk's Office 433-1800
Municipal Court 433-1840
Personnel 433-1831
City Job Line 433-1828
Emergency
Fire, Police, Aid Car 911
TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER
4101 South 131st Street
Recreation Division 243-5198
Senior Center/Services433-1857
Human Services 241-7144
FOSTER GOLF LINKS
13500 Interurban Avenue South
Pro Shop 242-4221
Restaurant 241-5784
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is a community newsletter published by the
City of Tukwila and written by City staff.
Editing/production: Stacia Norris
Printed on recycled/recyclable paper
using soy -based inks
Work in Tukwila? Ride the Lunch Bus!
Tukwila has been given a grant to run a mid-day shuttle
demonstration project in the City's central business district
(CBD). This shuttle, called "The Lunch Bus", will run for
nine weeks this spring. The Lunch Bus is primarily aimed
at linking employers and workers in the Southcenter area
to local restaurants and retailers. And, it will be FREE!
The goal of The Lunch Bus is to provide Southcenter area workers the opportunity
to run lunchtime errands, leave their cars at home, and try alternate ways of getting
to work (like carpooling or transit). To further encourage Lunch Bus ridership,
Southcenter area merchants will donate gift certificates for free lunches and other
merchandise; weekly drawings will be held, and all those who patronize the shuttle
will be eligible for the drawing.
Tukwila residents and other Southcenter shoppers are more than welcome to give
it a try as well. The City will be soliciting feedback from all users, and hopes to get
as much ridership as possible. Tukwila's CBD experiences heavy traffic during mid-
day hours. The City is now proposing a solution to help alleviate this traffic; we can
all do our part to improve mobility in the Southcenter area by leaving our cars at
home or at by least riding the shuttle at lunch.
The Lunch Bus demonstration is provided as a partnership between the City of
Tukwila, King County Metro Transit, WSEO, Tukwila employers, and the South-
west King County Chamber of Commerce. The next Hazelnutwill include exa,
routing and scheduling for The Lunch Bus. Stay tuned for more information anci
"RIDE IT, YOU'LL LIKE IT!"
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TUKWILA, WA
PERMIT NO. 12698
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City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98188
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TUKWILA, WA
PERMIT NO. 12698
To help us correct addresses or eliminate duplicates, please call 433-1800.