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Home My WebLink AboutESJ 2025-08-07 Agenda Packet Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Equity and Social Justice Commission meeting will be held on August 7, 2025, at 5:30PM. Join the meeting video on your computer or mobile app: Click here to join the meeting Participate in the meeting by phone: 253-292-9750, Phone Conference ID: 125 348 618# For in-person, please join us at 5:30PM Tukwila City Hall, 6200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188 For assistance during the meeting, please call Jo Anderson, Equity and Social Justice Staff Liaison, at 206-658-7849 MEETING AGENDA Thursday, August 7, 2025 – 5:30PM I Call to Order II Introduction (2 minutes) III Approval of Agenda (2 minutes) IV Approval of Minutes, June 5, 2025 (2 minutes) V Written Public Comments VI Business Items • Ice Breaker Activity to Continue to Get to Know One Another. Welcome new ESJ Commissioner, Councilmember Hannah Hedrick! COMMISSION ACTION ITEM: Learn more about the Commissioners. • 2025 Work Plan Updates COMMISSION ACTION ITEM: Commissioners will focus on delivery of work plan items, including report-outs on special projects, and identify additional tasks and expenses. Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 Relationship building in the community: • Juneteenth Debrief - All • Councilmember Engagement – Kathy Hougardy and CM Hedrick • Veteran’s Day – Jo Anderson and Joe Duffie Awareness, Forums, Trainings: • Community Wellness & Air Quality Awareness Event – Lina Stinson-Ali and Aaron Draganov • Racial Restrictive Covenants – Aaron Draganov and Kristen Schwabe-Fry • Know Your Rights – Red Card Distribution (see attached) Equity Policy and Accountability • Equitable Board & Commission Recruitment and Selection – Current Appointment Process • Inclusive Emergency Communications Plan – To be reviewed at September meeting VII Miscellaneous VIII Adjournment Know Your Rights Awareness & Red Card Distribution FAQ s Why is the City providing this information? This is an initiative of the City of Tukwila Equity & Social Justice Commission to create greater awareness of the constitutional rights of all community members. Content generated by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center have been printed and will be available in public areas at City Hall, the Justice Center, and TCC. What are Red Cards? All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The Immigrant Legal Resource Center red cards give examples of how people can exercise these rights. FRONT (ENGLISH TRANSLATION) REVERSE (IN ENGLISH) What do I do with these materials? A Know Your Rights informational flyer and red cards in multiple languages will be provided, including the display acrylics. The flyer include s QR Codes to additional resources. Please place the materials in a visible location, such as a service counter or table with other community resources. You may refer questions and comments to Jo Anderson. When will we receive the materials? The acrylic holders are on order and are expected at the end of this week. Once received, they will be delivered to your department’s service area. What languages are available? Currently, red cards are printed in the following languages, but more languages can be found at www.ILRC.org/red-cards. This link is printed on the flyer. Who do I contact to obtain more red cards or to address questions/comments? Jo Anderson, Inclusion & Engagement Manager, Jo.Anderson@TukwilaWA.gov or 206.658.7849 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS You have constitutional rights: LEGAL HELPYOUR RIGHTS ILRC.ORG/RED-CARDS (Spanish)Español (Dari)(Portuguese)Português (Pashto)(Arabic)(Somali)Soomaali More Know Your Rights Information (French)Français(Amharic)አማርኛ (Vietnamese)Ting Vit • DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door. • DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent. • DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer. • If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say yes, leave calmly. • GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside of your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door. Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 5, 2025 – 5:30PM ATTENDEES: Maryan Abdow Aaron Draganov Joe Duffie Hamdi Diriye Kathy Hougardy Fane Katoa Trish Kinlow Lina Stinson-Ali Jo Anderson Sundeep Malhi, Guest Cornell Harris, Guest I Call to Order II Introduction (2 minutes) III Approval of Agenda (2 minutes) – Motion approved to move the HealthPoint presentation from Miscellaneous to second business item. IV Approval of Minutes, May 1, 2025 (2 minutes) V Business Items • Ice Breaker Activity to Continue to Get to Know One Another Commissioners learned more about each other. • HealthPoint Clinic Phase I Update – Sundeep Malhi, HealthPoint Patient Experience & Community Engagement Manager Commissioners received information about the project, newly name ‘Tukwila Commons.’ The clinic will be a one-stop-shop for behavioral and mental health care, medical, dental, and pharmacy. The clinic will include urgent care and childcare as well as space for lease. Handout attached. • 2025 Work Plan Relationship building in the community: • Councilmember listening sessions – Kathy is working on a print piece Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 • Pride Month The City to hold a Pride Flag Ceremony on Monday, June 9, 12pm, City Hall Flagpole. This is an internally focused event for employees, councilmembers, and board member and commissioners. The program will include a reading of the City’s Pride Month Proclamation by Mayor McLeod, a presentation by the Executive Director of Entre Hermanos, and a special presentation from a talented community leader. ESJ Commission approved $300 to support of Showalter Middle School’s GSA Pride event on June 9. The funds will support treats and décor. On behalf of GSA, the Advisor will be recognized at the June 8 Seawolves Pride Night game. • Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19, Sullivan Center Plaza Maryan, Jo, and Mr. Duffie are participating on the planning committee. This year’s theme is Echoes of Freedom: Past, Present & Future. The event will include festive music and dancing, talented artists and a keynote address from Trish, resources and giveaways, refreshments, and door prizes! All attendees will receive a beautiful, commemorative poster. • World Refugee Day, Saturday, June 28, Foster High School Jo is representing the City on the partner planning group that includes the International Rescue Committee, King County Library System, and Wide World for Refugees. This day honors the courage and determination of the millions of refugees who have been forced to flee their homelands due to war, persecution, or natural disasters. This free event is open to the public and features multiple performances from around the world, vendor and resource tables, children’s activities, multicultural cuisine and more. • Veteran’s Day – Mr. Duffie reported that he and his daughter participated in the Puget Sound Honor Flight to Washington D.C. He hopes to raise awareness about such opportunities so more veterans will take advantage. Awareness, Forums, Trainings: • Racial Restrictive Covenants – Aaron adapted and shared a document titled ‘Long Range Action Plan for Racial Restrictive Covenants Follow-Up’ (attached) with categories, goals, and recommended actions outlined. • Know Your Rights – Red Cards are in print; utilizing $300 approved to produce materials for distribution. Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 Equity policy and accountability • Support Human Resources Recruitment – HR seeking employee support for outreach • Equitable Board & Commission Recruitment and Selection – Tabled VI Miscellaneous • The City received 300 air purifiers from Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Clean Air Initiative for distribution. Lina and Aaron volunteered to help develop a community event in partnership with the African Leader Health Board. • The People’s Project is seeking residents for a steering committee to develop a fair process to encourage ideas and voting among community members on City improvement projects. • Jo provide an update regarding Councilmember McConnell. • Motion approved to cancel the July meeting. Services will include: medical, dental, mental health and behavioral care, substance use disorder treatment, OB/GYN, geriatrics, pediatrics, naturopathic care, nutrition counseling, acupuncture, and on-site pharmacy. HealthPointCHC.org HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported, and community-governed network of non-profit health centers that use evidence-based care and are dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it. Our mission is to strengthen communities and improve people’s health by delivering quality health care services, breaking down barriers, and providing access to all. The new Tukwila clinic will be a one-stop-shop for behavioral and mental health care, medical, dental, and pharmacy. You can get care NOW at our current health clinic in Tukwila: 13030 Military Road South Second Floor Tukwila, WA 98168 South 146th and Tukwila International Boulevard 24th Ave SS 128th St Military Rd S S 133rd St T u kw i l a In t l B l vd HealthPointMedical (206) 439-3289 Dental (206) 839-3600 Pharmacy (877) 233-0246 No One Will be Denied Care at HealthPoint Due to Inability to Pay Everyone can be a HealthPoint patient. We are here to help you get the health care you need, no matter what your circumstances. If you are unable to get insurance, we may be able to offer a sliding fee scale which is based on household gross income and family size. Our sliding scale fees start at $25 for a medical appointment and $50 for a dental appointment. TUKWILA COMMONSEveryone Deserves Great Care 05.23.25 Long Range Action Plan for Racial Restrictive Covenants Follow-Up Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission Category Goal Recommended Actions Public Education & Awareness Raise awareness of the history and impact of restrictive covenants in Tukwila - Host a community forum with UW researchers (James Gregory) - Develop an exhibit with the Heritage & Cultural Center or library - Create an online resource page with maps, links, and historical context Research & Documentation Identify and archive racial covenants in Tukwila deeds & neighborhoods - Organize volunteer training to help expand UW's mapping project - Interview longtime BIPOC residents and archive oral histories - Commission a localized report on racial covenants and housing discrimination Policy & Legal Remedies Address the legacy of racial covenants symbolically and legally - Promote disavowal filings by homeowners (RCW 49.60.227) - Recommend a City Council resolution acknowledging past covenants - Evaluate zoning and housing policies for racial equity Partnerships & Coalitions Collaborate with others working on racial equity and housing justice - Coordinate with nearby cities (SeaTac, Burien, Renton) on shared strategies - Partner with Tukwila School District to include this history in curriculum - Engage community orgs (Urban League, faith groups, housing advocates) Healing Acknowledge harm and promote community healing - Install historical markers or public art at relevant sites - Facilitate healing dialogue circles for residents - Explore long-term strategies like “right to return” programs for displaced families Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 COUNCIL AND SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULE FIN Finance & Governance Committee 2nd and 4th Mondays 5:30 PM PCD Planning & Community Development 1st and 3rd Mondays 5:30 PM Committee TIS Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee 1st and 3rd Mondays 5:30 PM CSS Community Services & Safety Committee 2nd and 4th Mondays 5:30 PM REG Regular Council Meeting 1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00 PM C.O.W. Committee of the Whole 2nd and 4th Mondays 7:00 PM * Note – the Council traditionally does not hold meetings in the last half of December. The City of Tukwila offers hybrid format for its Council and Committee meetings. Those wishing to join the meetings electronically may access them with the information below. Those wishing to attend in person should visit: • Regular Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings: Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers – 6200 Southcenter Boulevard • Planning & Community Development and Community Services & Safety committee meetings: Hazelnut Conference Room – 6200 Southcenter Boulevard (knock on door to the east) • Finance & Safety and Transportation and Infrastructure Services committee meetings: Duwamish Conference Room – 6300 Southcenter Boulevard (second floor, down the hall on the right) Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR & COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 670077847# To view the meeting, Join Microsoft Teams Meeting Those wishing to provide public comments may verbally address the City Council both onsite at Tukwila City Hall or via phone or Microsoft Teams for up to 5 minutes for items both on and not on the meeting agenda. To provide comment via phone or Microsoft Teams, please email citycouncil@tukwilawa.gov with your name and topic by 5:00 p.m. on the meeting date. Please clearly indicate that your message is for public comment during the meeting, and you will receive further instructions. Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1st Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 225 526 605# To view the meeting, Click here to join the meeting 3rd Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 604 773 150# To view the meeting: Click here to join the meeting TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE 1st Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 439 818 817# To view the meeting: Click here to join the meeting 3rd Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 478 777 930# Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila – City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 To view the meeting: Click here to join the meeting FINANCE & GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE 2nd Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 965 223 169# To view the meeting, Click here to join the meeting 4th Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 313 004 383# To view the meeting: Click here to join the meeting COMMUNITY SERVICES & SAFETY COMMITTEE 2nd Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 912 764 861# To view the meeting, Click here to join the meeting 4th Monday of the month: To listen to the meeting, dial: 1-253-292-9750, ACCESS CODE 944 274 640# To view the meeting: Click here to join the meeting