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A City of Tukwila publication for our residential and business communities
VOLUME 29, NUMBER 4
SEPTEMBER 2008
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Celebrating 100 years
Commission opening
Are you interested in helping to shape
your community's future growth and
changes? The City of Tukwila is look-
ing for a candidate to fill an open posi-
tion on its Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission is a group
of community members that reviews
development proposals and makes rec-
ommendations on site plans, landscap-
ing, materials and design. The seven -
member Commission also advises City
officials on land use planning goals,
policies and plans, such as the Com-
prehensive Plan and Shoreline Plan.
Appointed by the Mayor and confirmed
by the City Council, Planning Commis-
sion members serve without compen-
sation. Applicants must be residents
who have lived in Tukwila at least
one year. The current opening expires
March 31, 2011. Serving on the Plan-
ning Commission requires a consistent
time commitment. The Commission
meets monthly on the fourth Thursday,
and sometimes meet more frequently if
there are many items for review.
An outline of the Planning Commission
bylaws and roster of current members
is available online at www ci.tukwila.
wa.us/dcd/dcdplcom.html.
If you are interested in serving, please
complete and submit — by Friday, Oc-
tober 10 — the one-page application,
which is available online at www.
ci.tukwila.wa.us/mayor/boards.pdf,
or at City Hall in the Mayor's Office.
For more information, contact DCD
Director Jack Pace at 206-431-3686.
Shoreline Master Program
The City of Tukwila is in the public
review phase for the Draft Shore-
line Master Program, which is the
document that sets policy and es-
tablishes regulations for land uses
along the Green/Duwamish River.
Per the State's Shoreline Manage-
ment Act, a local government pro-
gram is required, which strives to
achieve the following goals:
Shorelines of the State are ac-
tive with water dependent uses
such as boating and fishing.
Numerous opportunities exist
along the shoreline for the
public to see, access and enjoy
the river.
Essential vegetation, water qual-
ity and riverbank geometry exist
to function for flood control,
wildlife — including endangered
fish species — and navigation.
After investigation, study and conversations with the State, City staff drafted a set
of policies and regulations that attempt to meet these goals taking into consider-
ation the unique character of the City's Green/Duwamish River.
We encourage you to review the Draft Shoreline Master Program and to discuss
the proposed changes with your neighbors. The Draft Shoreline Master Program
is available online at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. If you have questions about the plan
or would like to be notified about future meetings or hearings, please contact Se-
nior Planner Carol Lumb at 206-431-3670 or email clumb@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Tukwila City Council Actions:
June thru August, 2008
June 2008
Adopted an ordinance establishing a
biennial budget process.
Awarded a contract to Northwest Play-
ground Equipment for the purchase of
a picnic shelter for Codiga Park.
Approved permits for fireworks displays
at the Family 4th at the Fort event and
the All Nations Cup closing ceremony.
Approved a resolution adopting a six-
year Transportation Improvement Plan
for 2009-2014.
Authorized the purchase of Emergency
Management equipment including
disaster supply kits.
Approved a contract with Elite Racing
for the 2009-2011 Rock `n' Roll Seattle
Marathon.
Authorized the transfer of seizure funds
to purchase a SWAT team vehicle for
the Police Department.
Authorized Federal Highway Program
grant application for the Boeing Access
Road Bridge.
Authorized FEMA grant application
for permanent Emergency Operations
Center.
Adopted a new Parks, Recreation and
Open Space Plan.
July 2008
Awarded a contract to Purcell Paint-
ing for the Green River Pedestrian and
Utility Bridge project (painting only).
Awarded a contract to Watson Asphalt
Paving Company for the 2008 Overlay
and Repair program.
Approved an agreement with King
County for continued participation in
the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment
Partnership (HOME) programs.
Approved agreement with King County
and Department of Natural Resources
for sale and distribution of reclaimed
water, and an agreement with King
County regarding the Foster Golf Re-
claimed Water Line Extension project.
Authorized resolution amending Devel-
opment Agreement with WEA South -
center, LLC for expansion and renova-
tion of Westfield Southcenter Mall.
Authorized an application for funding
assistance for the Duwamish Gardens
Acquisition project.
For up-to-date information about
Council meetings/agendas/activities,
visit our website:
http://www.cLtukwila.wa.us
August 2008
Held public hearing on, and approved,
Unclassified Use Permit and Design
Review Application proposal to replace
and expand existing Bow Lake Trans-
fer/Recycling Station currently located
at 18000 Orillia Road South.
Authorized Supplement #5 to agree-
ment with KBA, Inc., for construction
management services for the Tukwila
205 Levee, Site 5 Retaining Wall.
Award a contract to Ebenal General,
Inc., for the Standby Power Upgrades
- Year One.
Held a public hearing regarding the
Development Agreement with Mastro
Properties for a multi -family condo-
minium project.
Authorized a development agreement
with Mastro Properties for development
of multi -family condominium project.
Approved application to the Recreation
Conservation Office for federal funding
assistance for the Duwamish River -
bend Hill Land and Water Conserva-
tion project.
Authorized Labor Agreement between
the City of Tukwila and the Tukwila
Police Officers' Guild for the period
January 1, 2008—December 31, 2010.
Construction of the 20S Levee, Site S retaining wall (as of September 2), looking from the south to north.
2 THE HAZELNUT
Mayor's Message
As the year progresses, City departments continue to
be busy. Tukwila is working on its first biennial budget
for the years 2009-2010. Converting from our pre-
vious annual budget process is a new and somewhat
time-consuming experience. Interim Finance Director
Bob Noland is working with City administration to
make this transition as smooth as possible. The bi-
ennial budgeting method provides an opportunity to
streamline government services through better long-
range and strategic financial planning, and we'll ben-
efit from its value in future years.
On the economic front, Westfield Southcenter held
the grand opening of its newly remodeled mall on July
25th. Governor Christine Gregoire, most of our elect-
ed officials, and many Westfield Corporation dignitar-
ies were on hand for the opening event. My thanks go
out to all involved City staff, whose professional and
timely services moved this enormous project along to
completion.
Other development issues have kept the City busy.
The August 18 City Council agenda calls for a public
hearing and action on a Developer's Agreement with
Mastro Properties for a mixed use condominium proj-
ect near the Commuter Rail Station south of I-405.
Considerable staff time is required in moving the
Tukwila Village development forward. Presentations
by the two final developers will be made to the city
council and that will be followed by sufficient com-
ment/question opportunities from members of the
city council and citizens.
Among the really fun things we enjoyed this summer
was the dedication of the new `Spray Park' at Tukwila
Community Center. The weather couldn't have been
more perfect for the kids (of all ages) who attended
and enjoyed the festivities.
The Tukwila Days celebration this year had a centenni-
al flavor and a new look from past years. Thanks to all
the staff who worked so hard to make this a resound-
ing success with a new look parade, classic car show,
vendor booths, and lots of activities for children.
Enjoy these last days of the summer.
Mayor Jim Haggerton
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COUNCIL
CORNER
'Looking back at our
Tukwila summer
by Joe Duffle, Council President
Summer has rushed by us once again; we just celebrated
another Labor Day and our kids are back in school. For
many of us, it seems like summertime encourages relax-
ation and recreation and the return to fall will often seem quite
the opposite... getting back down to work and school full-time.
One thing that has impressed me is the ongoing hard work and
dedication of the City of Tukwila staff and community. Projects,
activities and opportunities to improve our wonderful City have
not taken a break this summer.
Just a few of things we have continued to work on diligently this
summer include National Night Out, Tukwila Village, Council
Coffee Chat, levee repair, the Parks & Recreation Open Space
Plan, the Community Garage Sale, Tukwila Days and implemen-
tation of the City's first-ever biennial budget.
No matter what time of the year, our staff strives to offer the
best services they can to the Tukwila community. It's amazing
what all we are doing today. That little City of Tukwila isn't so
little anymore. In fact, we are a mover and shaker in the South
Sound! And I couldn't think of any other City I want to live in,
serve in and be a part of.
This has been one whirlwind of a Centennial Celebration! And
as I look back at this summer and all that we, as a community,
have set forth to accomplish, I remember that...
Together We Stand, Divided We Fall.
Tukwila's reading "Hundreds of Books"!
The Tukwila Library Advisory Board invites you to participate
in our Centennial activity, Hundreds of Books! You could win
a bookstore gift certificate. Tukwila residents Raymond Single-
ton, Travis Boyd and Pam Carter have already won! Winners
will be drawn every four to six weeks until June 30, 2009.
To be eligible, read a book, fill out a slip and deposit it in the
boxes at the Foster and Tukwila Public Libraries, City Hall or
Tukwila Community Center. Students can deposit book slips at
their schools. The more books you read, the more chances you
have to win. So get a book from the library, borrow one from a
friend, or buy one from a local bookstore... and read!
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••i.ltiet Exevil1rz` .„
Explorers (L to R):
Quang Tran, Kelsey Extine,
LaceyMcWade, Eric Chung,
Dung Do, Austin Curtis,
Edgar Sarkisyan
Police Explorers
go to Conference
The Tukwila Police Explorers attended the 2008 National Explorers Confer-
ence in Fort Collins, Colorado in July. During their weeklong stay they com-
peted with Explorer Posts from across the country, taking part in various law
enforcement scenarios like traffic stops, domestic violence, arrest/search,
and white collar crime. Our teams received certificates for placing in the top
10% in traffic stops and domestic violence. In addition, they competed in
physical fitness, precision driving and shooting.
Explorers are a group of young adults ranging in age from 14 to 21 with a de-
sire to learn about law enforcement. They also perform community service
projects while assisting Tukwila's Police Department. If you are interested
in joining the Tukwila Police Explorers or want more information about the
Explorers, please contact Don Dart or Ted Rutt at 206-433-1808.
The Police Department needs your help
The Tukwila Police Department Traffic Division is currently looking for vol-
unteers. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age. Duties consist of enforc-
ing handicap parking zones, checking and impounding abandoned vehicles,
and placement of the speed radar trailer. Hours are very flexible (daytime)
according to your schedule, with only 8 hours a month required. This is a
great opportunity for you to help keep your Tukwila neighborhoods clean
and safe. Please contact Don Dart at 206-433-1808 for more information, or
Tracy Gallaway at 206-768-2822 for a volunteer application.
New Community -Oriented Policing Coordinator
Chris Partman has joined the Tukwila Police Depart-
ment as the City's new Community -Oriented Policing
Coordinator. Chris comes to Tukwila from the Seattle
Police Department where she spent the last 19 years as
a Parking Enforcement Officer and supervisor. Among
numerous other functions her duties will include orga-
nizing and training in the areas of Crime -Free Multi -
Housing, Apartment Manager's Network, Block Watch,
and Night Out Against Crime. Her goal is to promote
and foster good relationships within the communities and the Police Depart-
ment. To contact Chris, give her a call at 206-431-2197 or email her at
cpartman@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Safe and alert driving is
especially important now
With school back in session and fall just
around the corner, the days will be getting
shorter, the weather gloomy, and kids will
be walking and riding bicycles to school. Be
sure to watch for the children as you drive
near schools and through residential neigh-
borhoods. Remember to adhere to the 20
MPH school zone speed limits. Tukwila Po-
lice will be monitoring these areas — as well as
the NO PARKING zones around the schools
— with radar. When transporting your chil-
dren to or from school, make sure they are
properly seatbelted. Children should not be
wearing their backpacks while riding
in a vehicle since this could cause
additional injury in the event of an
accident. Children under the
age of 8 must be proper-
ly restrained in a child
safety seat unless the
child is 4'9" or taller,
and children under 13
must be in the back
seat when practical.
A good safety reminder for pedestrians is to
wear colors or reflective material that will
help motorists see you. Wearing all dark
clothing during the winter is risky. Many
times motorists are unable to see you until
the last second, too late for them to stop,
resulting in an accident that could be deadly
for the pedestrian.
A couple of new laws went into effect this
year. RCW 46.61.667 prohibits the use of a
cell phone while driving unless you have a
hands-free device. RCW 46.61-668 prohib-
its sending, reading or writing a text message
while driving. Each of these sections carries
a penalty of $124 if you receive a ticket.
If you'd like more information, check out
the Revised Code of Washington on the In-
ternet. You may also contact the Tukwila
Police Traffic Division with specific ques-
tions about traffic laws.
The Tvkwita Police Department offers
yov some Halloween safety hints:
gier Do not enter a home or
apartment vntess yovr parents
go in with yov.
g,' Go trick -or -treating with
friends.
gier Do not enter a strangers car
for the promise of candy.
,' Don't eat vnwrapped candy
or treats vntit an advtt
has examined them at home.
gier Carry a flashlight and wear
tight -colored clothing, and/or
hang glow sticks off yovr clothes
as part of yovr costvme.
gier Trick or treat in yovr
neighborhood — don't go
too far from home.
gier Don't wear masks that block
yovr vision — try vying
face paint instead.
gier Walk on the sidewalk —
stay ovt of streets!
gier Always cross streets at the
corner and watch ovt for cars.
Enjoy yovr Trick or Treat evening!
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Free Rental Manager/Owner Training through
Tukwila's Crime -free Multi -Housing Program
For more than 10 years Tukwila has sponsored a successful Crime -
Free Multi -Housing program. A crucial part of this program is
the free training offered to landlords, managers and all other staff
working in and with rental properties. This is an 8 -hour training
program offered by the Tukwila Police Department.
Topics include:
• Rental agreements
• How to identify and report illegal activity
• Working with the Police, Fire Department and other agencies
• Eviction process
• Section 8 program
• Ongoing management
• Resources available to you
• How to retain valued residents
Registration is currently open for 2 -half day classes being held on
September 24 and 25, from 12:30 to 5:OOPM each day (you must
attend both days to receive certification). Since space is limited,
registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information or to register, please call Chris Partman at
206-431-2197 or email her at cpartman@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Important Tax Notice
for Seniors
All Senior Adults are eligible
to receive an Economic
Stimulus check even though
they don't file income tax.
If you are one of these
seniors, please contact Lani
Chandler at 206-767-2322 or
email her at
Lchandler@ci.tukwila.wa.us
for assistance. The
deadline has been extended
to October 15, 2008.
Fire Master Plan
The City commissioned a new
Fire Department Master Plan
and it is available for public
review on Tukwila's website;
visit www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
The City Council will discuss
and review the Master Plan
in October and November.
Please send your comments
to Fire Chief Nick Olivas at
nolivas@ci.tukwila.wa.us.
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SEPTEMBER 2008
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Register now for an APPLE or Baby and Me class
Most of us jump into parenting with the best intentions, but wish children came
with owner's manuals. Extra stressors like unstable income, transitional housing,
or lack of family nearby make being a parent isolating and overwhelming.
For over 20 years, APPLE Parenting — which stands for A Positive Parenting Learn-
ing Experience — has provided support and information to make parenting less
stressful and more fun. Offered without cost to parents with young children,
these classes are taking place for the last time this fall in Tukwila.
APPLE Parenting — for families with children from birth through age 8 — offers
day and evening classes on Thursday evenings and Friday mornings. The cur-
riculum includes support and information about discipline, child development and
helping children and parents handle stress and anger. Free childcare for children
under nine allows parents to focus on parenting skills while the children enjoy a
high quality children's program.
Baby and Me — serves parents and children under 18 months in a child -friendly
space — meets on Thursdays from 11:OOalvl to 1:OOPM. Parents can meet other
parents, play with their babies, and find answers to those questions that all parents
wonder about. A music/story time allows moms and babies to have fun together
and learn some new songs and stories. The curriculum includes child develop-
ment, beginning discipline, stress management, early literacy, and other topics
brought up as important to the group.
Sponsored by South Seattle Community College, these classes are held at Church
by the Side of the Road on International Boulevard (Highway 99). Facilitators for
the classes come from South Seattle Community College and White Center Public
Health. APPLE offers interpretation in Spanish. Baby and Me is co -facilitated by a
bilingual public health nurse. To sign up for an APPLE or Baby and Me class, call
Diane at 206-764-5801 or Rosa (Spanish phone line) at 206-764-5801 ext. 2.
International Foster Care Opportunity
We invite you to consider making an impact in a refugee child's life. Attend the
monthly Lutheran Community Services Refugee and Immigrant Children's Pro-
gram Info Night to learn about welcoming an international child to your home by
providing long-term foster care. A social worker is assigned to provide ongoing
support to the child and parents, and a monthly stipend is provided to cover the
child's expenses and full medical and dental coverage for the child. Free trainings
are available to foster parents, as well as culturally appropriate resources.
We've resettled children from countries all around the world. Many times we
have to decline acceptance, because we just don't have enough families
Individuals offering volunteer time as tutors or interpreters are also welcome to
attend. Lutheran Community Services serves families and children of all racial,
economic or religious backgrounds. We welcome all interested families!
Contact Denise Montoya at 206-694-5780 or dmontoya@lcsnw.org to find out
more about becoming a foster parent, providing respite, tutoring or interpreting.
Join us on Monday, October 6, from 6:00-8:OOPm in our offices at 433 Minor
Avenue North in Seattle. Language interpreters are available upon request.
Human Services Office
Evie — 206-433-7180
Stacy — 206-433-7181
Crisis Clinic
(24-hour line)
206-461-3222
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Together_
Free home repairs
for qualified homeowners
Rebuilding Together Seattle is a non-
profit organization dedicated to spread-
ing the spirit of volunteerism through
home repair and rehabilitation by help-
ing low-income homeowners from
Tukwila to Everett. In order to qualify,
homeowners must occupy their homes
and show financial, physical or medical
limitations that prevent them from car-
rying out the work themselves. Their
area of focus is on supporting par-
ticularly seniors, disabled persons and
families with children to ensure hom-
eowner safety, security, independence
and warmth.
Rebuilding Together Seattle is currently
seeking applications from homeowners
for both our Annual Spring (April) Re-
building Day event in 2009. Although it
seems that April is a number of months
away, we begin our home preview pro-
cess in October and encourage you to
apply early.
Since 1989, Rebuilding Together Se-
attle has rehabilitated 637 homes and
non-profit facilities thanks to the help of
over 20,400 volunteers and the finan-
cial support of our corporate sponsors
and community donors. Volunteers
complete projects such as: building
new steps, replacing broken doors,
installing hand rails, fixing gutter and
downspouts, replacing broken appli-
ances, hauling trash and debris, paint-
ing rooms and exteriors, and cleaning
up yards.
For an application and more informa-
tion, visit our website at wwwrtseat-
tle.org or call 206-682-1231.
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THE HAZELNUT
Traveling Light—Tips to reduce waste on the road
With a little planning and a few simple
changes to your habits, you can make a
big difference when traveling.
Before You Leave
• Stop your newspaper subscription
while you're away.
• Use electronic tickets whenever
possible for travel. They generate
less waste and cost less to replace.
• To improve fuel efficiency, prevent
pollution, and save money on a road
trip, be sure your vehicle is "road -
ready" – the engine properly tuned
and tires properly inflated. If you
change your own motor oil, be sure
to recycle it at any "quick lube"
shop, gas station, or auto parts store
that accepts used oil for recycling.
• Consider booking your hotel room,
campsite, or meeting location with-
in walking distance – or easily ac-
cessible to public transportation – of
planned outings.
Hotel Tips
Try booking your trip with a hotel that
has waste -reduction and energy -con-
servation plans. Try these easy things
to help hotels reduce waste.
• Participate in the hotel's recycling
and waste reduction program. If
they don't have a recycling program,
ask them to start one.
• Out of your room? Turn off lights,
TV, computer and other electric de-
vices, and adjust the air conditioner
and the heat to use less energy.
• Opt to have the hotel not change
your sheets and towels every day.
• Take home your partially used sham-
poo, soap, and other complimentary
hotel items; leave unopened items
in the room.
• Draw curtains to keep heat in the
room on cold days, and keep heat
out of the room on hot days.
• Use the hotel's electronic check-out
program to reduce paper waste.
Sightseeing, Outings, Dining
Dining brochures, food and packaging
account for most of a traveler's trash.
By taking some simple steps, you can
eliminate or reduce this kind of waste
and other types of pollution.
• Plan sightseeing activities carefully.
Use public transportation or the ho-
tel van, or walk, bike or rideshare as
much as possible.
• Cut down on the travel brochures
you pick up on the road. Most of
this information is available online.
• Dine at "eat -in" restaurants and ho-
tel dining rooms whenever possible
to decrease the number of dispos-
able items associated with meals.
• When "carry -out" dining, try skip-
ping a straw altogether or declining
a bag when it's not needed. Wash
and reuse "disposable" utensils at
the next take-out restaurant stop.
• Picnic using reusable plates and flat-
ware.
• After picnics and other outings, dis-
pose of all waste in trash receptacles
to prevent debris—especially plas-
tic—from fouling the land or the
water, or harming wildlife.
For more information, contact Recycling Coordinator Rebecca Fox
at 206-431-3683, or send an email to rfox@ci.tukwila.wa.us
Crocs recycled and reborn
If you have a worn-out or outgrown
pair of Crocs – the distinctive plastic
clogs with holes on the top – you can
give them a second life through Crocs'
"SolesUnited" program. SolesUnited
takes the old Crocs, sorts them, grinds
them up, and turns them into new
shoes, which are packed into large ship-
ping containers and sent to non-profit
organizations in developing countries.
For how-to-recycle-Crocs information,
go online to www.SolesUnited.com.
Future File:
HOUSEHOLD
HAZARDOUS WASTEMOBILE
Friday, Saturday & Sunday,
October 10 thru 12
from 10:OOAH to 5:OOPH
at the Criminal f ustice Center
19010 - 1st Avenue S. in Burien
Are you average?
The average American...
• Recycles 408.8 pounds per year
• Composts 138.7 pounds per year
• Disposes 1,131.5 pounds per year
Let's improve these numbers in Tukwila
by recycling and composting more, and
putting less into the garbage!
Source: `Municipal Solid Waste Generation,
Recycling and Disposal in the United States:
Facts and Figures for 2006", US EPA
15th garage sale is a success
Nearly 150 households and groups
hosted yard, garage and rummage sales
across Tukwila on August 23 and 24.
Supported by the City of Tukwila since
1993, the annual Tukwila Community
Garage Sale sends a strong recycling
and reuse message, while encourag-
ing neighbors to get together and hold
sales on a single weekend.
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CITY DIRECTORY
TUKWILA CITY HALL
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
Hours: Monday—Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM
Telephone: 206-433-1800
Fax number: 206-433-1833
TTY number: 206-248-2933
Website: http://wwwci.tukwila.wa.us
E-mail: tukwila@ci.tukwila.wa.us
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Joe Duffle, Pres. (beeper #)206-994-7229
Joan Hernandez 206-248-0260
Pamela Linder 206-439-2473
Dennis Robertson 206-242-6373
Verna Griffin 206-901-9251
Kathy Hougardy 206-244-5023
De'Sean Quinn 206-241-0225
Kimberly Mate), Analyst 206-433-1834
Council Message Line 206-431-3652
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
7:00PM in Council Chambers
Regular Meetings 1st/3rd Mondays
Work Meetings 2nd/4th Mondays
Agenda Info Line 206-431-3656
CITY OFFICES
Mayor's Office
Jim Haggerton, Mayor 206-433-1805
Rhonda Berry, City Admin 206-433-1851
City Clerk's Office 206-433-1800
Economic Development 206-433-1832
Human Services 206-433-7180
Municipal Court 206-433-1840
Tourism/Marketing 206-575-2489
Community Development Dept.
Jack Pace, Director 206-431-3670
Code Enforcement 206-431-3682
Finance Department
Director 206-433-1835
Fire Department
Nick Olivas, Chief 206-575-4404
IT Department
Mary Miotke, Director 206-433-7150
Parks/Recreation Department
Bruce Fletcher, Director 206-767-2342
Personnel Department
Viki Jessop, Director 206-433-1831
Personnel 206-433-1831
City Job Line 206-433-1828
Police Department
David Haynes, Chief 206-433-1808
Public Works Department
Jim Morrow, 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
TUKWILA CITY POOL
4414 S. 144th Street 206-267-2350
FOSTER GOLF LINKS
13500 Interurban Avenue South
Pro Shop 206-242-4221
Restaurant 206-267-7427
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City of Tukwila, and written by City staff.
Editing/production: Stacia Norris
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
starting at the
Starfire Complex at
Fort Dent Park in Tukwila
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:OOAM — Registration & Resource Fair opens
11:OOAM — SOSDV Walk-A-Thon begins
Awards ceremony will follow event
To raise awareness about domestic violence and specifically about
how it affects children who are exposed to that behavior.
To support a regional collaboration of domestic violence task forces
in South King County.
To raise resources to support prevention efforts and services for
children experiencing domestic violence in our community.
Everyone will enjoy this relaxing 5K walk (running is optional)
along the beautiful Green River and Interurban Trails. The path is
well-maintained and paved so those with physical limitations can
participate. Exhibitors' booths along the path will provide a variety
of activities for the kids and information about domestic violence.
Registration Individual and Team registrations are welcome. Each participant
will be required to pay a $10 registration fee. Participants who also
provide $20 or more in sponsorships (for a total $30) and complete
their registration by Sept. 19 will be eligible for an SOS Domestic
Violence T-shirt and other great prizes.
Domestic Violence is a continuing problem for many families in South King Coun-
ty. It is referred to by many names — spousal abuse, family violence, intimate
partner violence — but the ultimate aim of all forms of domestic violence is the
same. It is a pattern of behaviors used by one person in a relationship to coercively
control the other. Power and control can be maintained using physical, sexual and
emotional violence. There is growing concern about the effects that experienc-
ing domestic violence may have on children. Children who experience domestic
violence may develop problems with conflict resolution, self-esteem, trauma reac-
tions and withdrawal.
Hosted by the Domestic Violence Task Forces of South King County
with assistance from the South King County Community Network
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