HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-12 Hazelnut Newsletter - Volume 41 No. 6Tuhwi/a: The City of Oppoituaity, the Cower/amity of Choice
Finding the community's preferred location for a
TUKWILA TEEN & SENIOR CENTER
Responding to community interest, Tukwila's City Council included
the first phase of this new City facility project as part of the 2021/2022
budget. Throughout 2021 the project team has held more than 65
meetings, hearing the community's ideas about the center's value,
desired functions, look & feel, and more. This includes our "Community
Champions" who represent the many diverse communities in Tukwila.
The Council determined that the Teen & Senior Center should be in
the Tukwila International Boulevard neighborhood. The project team
agreed any potential site must be a willing seller or a City -owned
property, requiring no displacement of any kind. The team worked to
review various potential locations, develop a list of pros and cons, and
ultimately reduce the choices to two candidate sites.
Former Star Nursery site
What do YOU think?
Two ways to tell us!
Access these opportunities
at TukwilaWA.gov/TTSC
• Which of these sites is your
favorite?
• Why did you choose one site over
the other?
• What else would you like to
tell us about locating the
Teen & Senior Center?
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Available November 8
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Tuesday, December 14
Time: 5:30PM
We need to hear your community and neighborhood voices!
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Neighborhood survey on bridge design
Seeking feedback from community members and
other stakeholders, the City of Tukwila recently
gathered opinions about design elements of the
42nd Avenue Bridge Replacement Project. Five
questions were presented stakeholders pertaining
to various design choices for the bridge replacement
project, including bridge railing/landscaping/lighting
concepts, color preference, and a gateway element.
Participant responses were collected from an online
survey that ran from August 31 to September 30,
along with an in -person Gallery event held on
September 15. A total of 112 votes were received.
The full report and photos of the selected design
elements can be viewed on the project website at
TukwilaWA.gov/42nd.
Tukwila community
continues to amaze me
As we approach the 22-month mark of navigating our new world
of Covid-19, I've been thinking a lot about our community's
resilience (the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties)
and how we have weathered this pandemic together. This
experience also reminds us of the importance of being prepared
- as a family and a city - for other possible disasters, such
as a significant earthquake or flood. I do think some of the
knowledge we have gained during 2020 and 2021 can help
inform our preparation for any future significant event.
During the pandemic we experienced the importance of knowing
our neighbors and learned more about resources available in
our community. I've heard countless stories of residents looking
after one another during the pandemic: running errands for
groceries or prescriptions, helping folks gain access to shots or
tests, mowing lawns for elderly or ill neighbors, and swapping
childcare duties during remote learning sessions. These are
A force in our community since
Tukwila Children" 1999, the Tukwila Children's
FOUNDATION Foundation (TCF) has grown and
centered itself squarely in the Tukwila community over the past
18 months. TCF was formed to support children and their families
within the Tukwila School District. Their support includes covering
basic needs, scholarships, community engagement, policy advo-
cacy, and partnering with TCC for the annual Spirit of Giving event
that provides families in need with household goods, toys and
other gifts during the holiday season.
"The last 18 months for TCF have been transformational,"
commented Executive Director Jonathan Joseph. Many in Tukwila
have reaped this reward, with TCF providing $420,000 in direct
service to families with children in Tukwila since the onset of the
pandemic. Funds have gone toward rental and utility assistance,
combating food insecurity, donation of a much -needed refrigerator
truck to the Tukwila Pantry, and an ongoing partnership with the
Parks and Recreation department to support young people in the
community. "We have become a critical partner to many service
providers and city programs in Tukwila. We are a leading partner
in transforming Tukwila to meet the needs of all its residents"
critical pieces of a strong community - one prepared, resilient
and ready to tackle what comes next.
Another key is the health of the organizations that provide
services to our community. I'm proud of the City's ability to
pivot and maintain the seamless delivery of all City services
- some of which are provided virtually now. My gratitude
also goes to the ongoing committed hard work by remote, as
well as the majority of employees who come to the City and
continually serve this community. Many of us have benefited
from the great work of other organizations, including school
districts, nonprofits and the generous business community.
We are fortunate to have so many community partners
working to ensure Tukwila's resiliency and success.
Speaking of partners, I do want to point out my oversight
in the October Hazelnut Mayor's Message. Focused on the
response to the Maple Crest Fire, I unfortunately forgot to
include the Tukwila Children's Foundation (TCF). That was a
major omission, so I wanted to apologize here and highlight
their substantial work through the informative article below.
As the holiday season is upon us, I want to wish everyone a
wonderful time of year.
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Mayor, City of Tukwila
Members of the current Board include many Tukwila School
District alumni who are very committed to TCF's mission. More
reflective of the diverse community it serves, the Board has been
able to leverage its significant connections and lived experience
to become a trusted partner with Tukwila's families, and help
connect families with support services and programs. As an
example, TCF was able to provide services to many families
furthest away from resources, including those who lost their home
in the Maple CrestApartment fire. Currently, the foundation has
high school interns from Foster High School focused on improving
community engagement strategies in Tukwila. One intern
recently shared that this program has inspired her to be a voice
for transformational change in the Tukwila community.
For more than 20 years the Tukwila Children's Foundation
has positively changed the lives of individuals and families
and - ultimately - the broader community. Interested
in getting involved? Become a member of the Tukwila
Community Foundation, follow them on social media, or
be a volunteer. For more information, visit their website at
TukwilaChildrensFoundation.org; on FaceBook, Instagram
#tukwilachildrensfoundation, or Twitter.
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Council Corner
Your Council had a
very full plate in 2021
by Kate Kruller,
2021 Council President
Looking back across 2021, there is much to appreciate in
how our community navigated the ever -evolving pandemic
together. Tukwila's ability to persevere and care for each
other is impressive - thank you for that! I remain optimistic
as vaccinations are widely available to expanding age groups,
and we have gradually resumed patronizing our favorite
restaurants, the local library and the Tukwila Community
Center, as well as sports, entertainment and school. Many
thanks to our Tukwila Fire Department for helping King County
stand up one of the best COVID Testing sites up on Tukwila
International Boulevard - and providing a Mobile Vaccination
Team to reach our most vulnerable residents.
Council practice rotates the role of City Council President
each year by seniority, so as I write this, my time in this role is
closing out. We accomplished a great deal, and I appreciate
the hard work of my fellow Councilmembers.
The budget constraints caused by the pandemic evolved into
innovative strategies to support our residents and businesses.
Through careful prioritization, we worked to meet changing
needs across the city. Federal allocations are now flowing in,
which we are using to build back services, create new jobs,
and improve the safety of our neighborhoods. We focused on
affordable housing solutions, rental assistance, utilities aid,
and support for the most vulnerable.
We improved transparency of Council meetings by restoring
live public comment and publishing recordings of all
committee meetings to be available for on -demand viewing
on TukTV. Together, we selected a new Police Chief, increased
police accountability, made a renewed commitment through
community -oriented policing practices, and increased efforts
to reduce crime, while making an investment and placing
greater focus on community well-being. Our new public safety
facilities are all open and operational, and we set foundational
steps for creating a new Teen and Senior Center. We provided
businesses small and large with aid and support to survive the
devastation from the pandemic.
We put public safety first, improved our infrastructure
and balanced the budget to serve everyone in our diverse
community. We made improvements to busy roadways,
including sidewalks, updated storm drainage and sewer
lines, and added lighting to make roadways safer at night. We
are working hard to reduce speeding and relieve traffic on
residential streets. We've worked very hard to make Tukwila a
better place to live, work and raise a family.
This was also an election year for four municipal positions.
After 16 years of service on the City Council, Verna Seal decided
to retire. There are not enough words of praise or accolades for
someone that devoted to Tukwila. Zak Idan also decided not to
run for re-election to his seat. He brought new and innovative
perspectives to our Council and truly made a difference in so
many positive ways. We welcome back De'Sean Quinn and
Thomas McLeod and prepare for the arrival of Mohamed Abdi
and Tosh Sharp, who all succeeded in their races.
Some may remember this year as one of great impact and
hardship. I hope you will also be able to reflect back and be
satisfied with what we were able to accomplish together.
City Council Actions
Highlights
■ Adopted Transit -Oriented Development Housing
Strategies Plan (Res. 2028)
■ Established regulations for various types of emergency,
supportive and transitional housing, in compliance with
ESSHB 1220 (Ord. 2658)
■ Directed revenues from Automated Traffic Safety Cameras
in School Zones to traffic safety purposes only (Res. 2029)
■ Confirmed reappointment of Kimberly Walden as
Municipal Court Judge
■ Approved lodging tax funds for the Gut Check Wrestling
Tournament and XV Rugby
■ Established permitting regulations and aesthetic &
design standards for Small Wireless Facilities (Ord. 2660)
■ Authorized contract for installation of new gazebo at
Tukwila Park
■ Set development standards for multifamily residential
developments in Tukwila South Overlay zone (Ord. 2661)
■ Determined American Rescue Plan Act 2021-2022 funding
■ Adopted South King Housing & Homelessness Partners
2022 Work Plan & Operating Budget (Res. 2032)
The complete text of all legislative items is available
online in the Digital Records Center at TukwilaWA.gov.
For additional information about any of these actions,
please call 206-433-8993.
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Police officers honored at Council meeting
At the October 4 City Council meeting, several Tukwila officers received Life
Saving awards for their service during incidents in 2021.
Officer Daugherty - Life-saving Medal
On July 4, Officer Chris Daugherty was helping other officers investigate a
robbery at the Link Light Rail Station. Officer Daugherty searched the area
and located a large pool of blood. He followed the dripping blood trail for
approximately 100 yards, and then found a wounded male unconscious in the
bushes. Officer Daugherty pulled the injured man from the bushes, assessed
his wound, and applied a tourniquet to the man's nearly amputated arm
to stop any further hemorrhaging. Without Officer Daugherty's life-saving
actions, the male would have certainly died within a few minutes.
Officers Wells, Zwicky and Etheridge - Life-saving Medal
On June 4, Officers Jarrett Wells, Aaron Zwicky and Kenneth Etheridge
responded to the area near Moctezuma's restaurant for a report of a male
who had been shot. After the initial assessment of the victim's gunshot
wounds on his left arm, right thigh, and the right side of his abdomen,
the three officers started to render medical aid to the victim. Utilizing his
medical kit, Officer Etheridge passed out tourniquets and chest seals to
Officers Zwicky and Wells. Officer Zwicky put a tourniquet on the victim's
upper left arm to address that wound. Observing multiple gunshot wounds
to the man's torso, Officer Wells used the chest seals on the victim's torso
wounds. Officer Zwicky used a pair of trauma shears to cut the pants off the
victim's right leg. The gunshot to the victim's leg had shattered his femur,
causing significant internal bleeding. Officer Zwicky used a tourniquet
from Officer Etheridge's medical kit on the victim's right leg to control the
bleeding. When the Tukwila Fire Department and King County Medic One
unit arrived, they took over provision of medical aid to the victim, who was
eventually transported to Harborview Medical Center.
On June 17, the medical director for King County Medic One called and said
that the medical attention provided by the officers who assisted the victim
"saved his life." He stated the tourniquets and chest seals that were applied
by the responding officers were instrumental in the victim's survival. "No
question the victim would have died without the life saving measures the
officers performed." He said the officers "went above and beyond" in
providing emergency medical attention,necessary in preventing "the tragic
death of a 39-year-old man."
Opportunities to help your community
The City of Tukwila is assisted in its operations
by the volunteers who serve on our Boards,
Commissions and Committees. These advisory
bodies provide guidance in several areas to
decision -makers, and represent the diverse
viewpoints of the community to bring public
participation into government. Volunteers serve a
vital function by offering their time and expertise
as members.
In September, the Council confirmed these
community members to the Future of Fire/EMS
Services Community Advisory Committee:. Sally
Blake, Jim Davis, Katrina Dohn, Ramona Grove,
Hien Kieu, Abdullahi Mallin, Peggy McCarthy,
Jovita McConnell, Ben Oliver, Andy Reiswig,
Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal, Abdullahi Shakul.
Tukwila appreciates their volunteer service to our
community.
Effective January 1, 2022,
the following positions are vacant:
Arts Commission: Positions #1 and #6
Civil Service Commission: Position #3
Community -Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory
Board: Resident Positions #1 and #5,
Education Position #8, Student Representative
Equity and Social Justice Commission:
Education Position #2, Student Representative
Human Services Advisory Board: Business
Position #6
Landmark Commission
Library Advisory Board: Resident Position #5,
Student Representative
Park Commission: Community Positions #5 and #7,
Student Representative
SeaTac Airport Stakeholder Advisory Round Table
Community: Positions #1 and #2
If you are interested in serving on one of these
advisory bodies, please submit a completed
Boards, Commissions and Committees
Application for Appointment to the Mayor's
Office. A link to the application and additional
information about all of the City's the boards,
commissions and committees can be on the City's
website at TukwilaWA.gov/boards. For more
information, please call 206-433-1850.
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Fitness Room passes at reduced rates through 2022
A partnership with the King County Veterans Senior and Human
Services Levy has created fitness and wellness opportunities for
veterans, active military, and older adults 60 or greater at the
Tukwila Community Center. A beautiful fitness room - with cardio,
free weights and weight machines - is available as follows:
Active Military: Anyone who resides in King County and can show
active military status qualifies for a reduced pass rate.
Veteran Membership: Anyone who resides in King County and can
show veteran status with qualifying identification has free use.
Seniors: Tukwila residents who are age 60+ can use the Fitness
Room for free Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:00-12:00 NOON.
Community Center staff are transitioning current paying members
who qualify to these free memberships.
Green Tukwila digs in - Planting season 2021!
The Green Tukwila community shattered the annual
planting record in the fall of 2021. Forest Stewards,
partner organizations, the local community, and City staff
worked together to plant 500 trees and 380 understory
plants at Tukwila Park, Fort Dent, Crystal Springs,
Riverton, and the Duwamish Hill Preserve. "There is magic
at the work parties, we are not just planting a healthy
forest; we are sowing the seeds of a strong community
and a better tomorrow," says Olena Perry, Green Tukwila
Stewardship Specialist, Parks Department.
A special "Thank You" goes out to Friends of the Hill, Forest
Stewards, Bridging Cultural Gaps, Bhutanese Community
Resource Center, Partner in Employment, Summer
Search, Forterra, McKinstry Construction, Duwamish Alive
Coalition, and the Duwamish Tribe for your stewardship of
the land, hard work, and community leadership.
To get involved with Green Tukwila or join a mailing list,
visit TukwilaWA.gov/GreenTukwila.
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Windstorm damages on East IVIarginal Way
On the afternoon of October 24, the City of Tukwila was
notified that power poles along East Marginal Way South
had snapped and electrical lines were in the roadway, due
to a windstorm that had hit the region. Upon arrival, an
assessment was completed noting 15 downed power poles, a
damaged signal cabinet, a fire signal arm down in the street,
and no power to the streetlights from the 8600 Block to 16th
Avenue. The impacted areas of East Marginal Way were closed
to through -traffic while response activities were taking place.
Over the course of the next few days there were coordinated
repair efforts between Tukwila Public Works, Seattle City Light
and Seattle Department of Transportation to safely open the
road. The affected area was reopened on October 27 at 8:30aM.
Crews continue to work at the site to restore permanent power
and make signal repairs to the downed fire signal at Boeing
Fire Department.
Sewer Lift Station 41
Lift Station 4 is located along Todd Boulevard, off West Valley
Highway. The station is undergoing electrical upgrades,
including a new control panel to better monitor the flow and
capacity of the sewer system. Construction is in progress and
is expected to conclude by the end of 2021.
Sewer Lift Station '12
Lift Station 12 is located in the parking lot of Key Bank at
Andover Park West and Strander Boulevard. The station is
undergoing electrical upgrades, including moving light fixtures
and bringing electrical conduits up to code. The concrete
spalling within the wet well will also be repaired. Construction
is in progress and is expected to conclude by the end of 2021.
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program
In 2019, the City's Public Works Department presented a new
program for our community members intended to calm traffic
on residential streets. The Neighborhood Traffic Calming
Program, or NTCP for short, was passed by Resolution No.
1955 on December 10, 2018, and funding for the program was
included in the 2019-2020 biennial budget. Due to pandemic -
related reductions in revenue, the program was cut during the
2021/2022 budget process. However, with receipt of federal
ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds, the Council brought the
program back with partial funding at the end of 2021 and full
funding in 2022.
Traffic conditions on residential streets greatly affect livability
in neighborhoods. Speeding and unnecessary through traffic
on residential streets can create safety hazards or be generally
undesirable to the people who live in the neighborhood. Traffic
calming is the application of measures that can be taken to re-
duce negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter driver behavior,
and improve conditions for non -motorized street users.
The NTCP has been developed to guide City staff and inform
residents about the procedures for implementing traffic calming
on residential streets. There are many different treatment
options that can be considered for each unique location. The
answer for one street is rarely the same for another, as each
street and each neighborhood have different conditions, needs
and goals.
Any resident or association (such as a Homeowner's Association)
is eligible to enroll a street in the NTCP. A request can be made
by using the online form. Requests must include a contact
name, address, phone number, and email address. Anonymous
requests and complaints are not accepted. Requests should
include a description of the location and the specific problem
that needs to be addressed. From there, staff will look into the
individual concerns, work with the residents, and develop a plan
of action.
For more details or to enroll, please go to TukwilaWA.gov/NTCP.
Annual Small Drainage Project
The Annual Small Drainage Project designs, constructs, and
repairs small stormwater drainage sites throughout the City.
Construction is currently taking place at Klickitat Drive and 53rd
Avenue South, where a new storm sewer line is being installed
along the roadway, and an existing storm pipe is being repaired
behind Thorndyke Elementary School.
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Former Tukwila Mayor Jim Haggerton
On November 11, former Tukwila Mayor
Jim Haggerton passed away. Mayor
Haggerton served for two terms,
beginning on January 1, 2008 and
stepping down at the end of 2015. Prior
to that he spent 13 years on the Tukwila
City Council and an additional nine on
the Tukwila Planning Commission.
Mayor Haggerton was very involved in the region, serving on
dozens of committees including Sound Cities Association,
Association of Washington Cities, Cascade Water Alliance,
and Valley Communications Board to name just a few. As
mayor, he identified many achievements he was most proud
of, particularly his financial stewardship of the City over
two terms. Public Safety was a critical priority for Mayor
Haggerton, and he was thrilled with the partnerships,
teamwork and results associated with the Take Back Our
Boulevard operation. Under Mayor Haggerton's watch,
the City adopted its first biennial budget, oversaw the
development of the City's strategic plan that continues to
guide us today, and forged the Tukwila Valley South agreement
with the Segale family. The Tukwila community and the City
organization was fortunate to have Jim Haggerton as a leader
and cheerleader for Tukwila.
Washington State Bag Ban enacted
Beginning October 1, 2021, Washington state launched a state-
wide plastic bag ban (RCW.70A.530). The bag ban prohibits the
distribution of single -use plastic carryout bags by restaurants,
retail, small vendor, and grocery stores. Plastic bags are
a common form of pollution that threatens human health,
wildlife and the environment. Harmful chemicals are released
when plastics are produced, used, incinerated, or slowly
disintegrate into microscopic particles.
Going forward, be sure to bring your own bag to grocery and
retail stores to help reduce plastic litter - and to save money.
Paper bags or thick reusable bags are now 8( each. Single -use
plastic bag supplies will be used up by local businesses and
then no longer available. Produce bags are still permitted.
This new ban will help reduce plastic contamination at our
recycling facilities, waterways and on our roads. Learn more
at Ecology.WA.gov/Bag-Ban.
Single -Use
Plastic
Carryout Bags
Large Paper
Carryout Bags
Thick Reusable
Plastic
Carryout Bags
Clean Reusable
Bags
CONSERVATION
by the City of Tukwila's
Recycling Program
Waste free for the Holidays!
Tips and considerations to reduce waste
in your household during the holiday season
Gift Giving
IC)Consider giving experiences instead of more "stuff," such
as gift cards for events, activities, or local take-out.
:: Give edible gifts, such as fruit baskets.
:: If purchasing lights or batteries for presents, choose LED
lights and rechargeable batteries.
° Consider making presents or shopping second-hand.
IC) Use fabric, reusable bags, or re -purposed materials to
wrap presents. This saves resources and money!
Meals
IC: Try to select local foods or seasonal foods. Visit local
Farmer's Markets or the Spice Bridge Market in Tukwila
for great ideas!
• Store food right to help it last longer. Use this guide:
you r.KingCounty.gov/dnrp/library/solid-waste/
waste-prevention/too-good-food-storage-guide.pdf
• Remember to compost your food scraps if you have a
yard waste cart. All food is accepted including meat,
dairy, and items like turkey bones.
Recycle
IC) Are your lights from last year no longer working? Old
light strings can be recycled at a number of locations:
KingCounty.gov/depts/dnrp/solid-waste/programs/
ecoconsumer/green-holidays/holiday-light-recycling.aspx
• Receive presents with wrapping paper? Although most
is recyclable, paper that is NOT recyclable is foil or
glitter paper, or paper that is mixed with thick plastic.
Cellophane paper is also not recyclable.
:« After -holiday cleanup - double check which items can
go into your recycling cart and which are garbage. Visit
Waste Management's recycling page to find out more:
WM Northwest.com/Tukwila/
• If you have unusual items to recycle (e.g., cooking oil,
batteries, appliances), find local recyclers on this site:
info.KingCounty.gov/services/recycling-garbage/
solid-waste/what-do-i-do-with/
For more information, email recycle@TuhwilaWA.gov
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qaataan waqti badan oo gudaha ah, iyagoo kordhinaya
halista Covid-19.
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waxay dadka ka difaacaan xanuun daran iyo geeri.
Tallaalku waa badbaado, bilaash,
iyo wax ku ool ah.
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Khi thdi tit lanh hdn, moi
ngLRdi thLRdng danh nhieu thdi gian
trong nha cung nhau, tang nguy co tit Covid.
Bao ve tot nhat la dLidc tiem vac-xin. Vac-xin Covid-19
bao ve ngLRdi khoi benh nghiem trong va tit vong.
Tiem vac-xin covid la an toan, mien phi va hieu qua.
Mantenerse seguro esta temporada
Cuando el clima se vuelve mas frio, las personas a
menudo pasan mas tiempo en el interior, aumentando el
riesgo de COVID.
La mejor protection es vacunarse. Las vacunas
COVID-19 protegen a las personas de enfermedades
graves y la muerte.
Las vacunas covid son
seguras, libres y efectivas.
Stay safe this season
When the weather gets colder,
people often spend more time
indoors together, increasing the risk from COVID.
The best protection is to be vaccinated. The COVID-19
vaccines protect people from severe illness and death.
COVID vaccinations are safe, free, and effective.
TUKWILA CITY HALL
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Hours: Monday-Friday,8:30Am-5:00Pm
Telephone: 206-433-1800
Fax number: 206-433-1833
E-mail: Tukwila@TukwilaWA.gov
Website: TukwilaWA.gov
MAYOR Allan Ekberg 206-433-1850
Mayor's Office
Administration Offices 206-433-1850
David Cline, City Administrator206-433-1851
Economic Development 206-433-1832
Municipal Court 206-433-1840
Administrative Services
Rachel Bianchi, Dep. CityAdm 206-396-7566
City Clerk's Office 206-433-1800
Human Resources - Personnel 206-433-1831
City Job Line 206-433-1828
Human Services 206-433-7181
Community Engagement 206-454-7564
Technology Services 206-454-7575
Community Development Dept.
Nora Gierloff, Director 206-431-3670
Code Enforcement 206-431-3682
Finance Department
Vicky Carlsen, Director 206-433-1835
Fire Department
Jay Wittwer, Chief 206-575-4404
Parks/Recreation Department
Tracy Gallaway, Director 206-767-2342
Police Department
Eric Dreyer, Chief 206-433-7175
Mindi Mattson, EmergencyMgr206-971-8750
Public Works Department
Hari Ponnekanti, Director 206-433-0179
Emergency - Fire, Police 911
TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER
12424-42nd Avenue South
Recreation Division 206-768-2822
Senior Center/Services 206-767-2323
FOSTER GOLF LINKS
13500 Interurban Avenue South
Pro Shop 206-242-4221
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Kate Kruller, President 206-678-7885
Kate.Kruller@TukwilwaWA.gov
Verna Seal 206-293-3274
Vema.Seal@TukwilaWA.gov
Kathy Hougardy 206-571-0007
Kathy.Hougardy@TukwilaWA.gov
De'Sean Quinn, President 206-331-5939
Desean.Quinn@TukwilaWA.gov
Thomas McLeod 206-492-4821
Thomas.Mcleod@TukwilaWAgov
Zak Idan
Zak.ldan@TukwilaWA.gov
Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson 206-595-5469
C.DelostrinosJohnson@TukwilaWA.gov
To email the entire Council at once:
CityCouncil@TukwilaWA.gov
Laurel Humphrey, Analyst 206-433-8993
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
7:00Pm in Council Chambers
Regular Meetings lst/3rd Mondays
Committee of the Whole 2nd/4th Mondays