HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpecial 2026-03-23 Item 3A - Resolution - Safe, Welcoming & Inclusive CityCity of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Marty Wine, City Administrator
AGENDA BILL
ITEM NO.
Spec 3.A.
Agenda Item
Welcoming, and Inclusive City
Sponsor Jo Anderson, Inclusion & Engagement Manager
Legislative History March 9, 2026 Committee of the Whole
Resolution - Restate/Update Tukwila's Commitment to being a Safe,
March 23, 2026 Special Meeting Consent
Recommended Motion ❑ Discussion Only Ex Action Requested
MOVE TO approve the resolution.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On February 5, the Equity & Social Justice Commission approved a final draft of a Resolution to
restate/update Tukwila's Commitment to being a Safe, Welcoming, and Inclusive City, and Repealing
Resolution No. 1970.
DISCUSSION
• City Council adopted Resolution No. 1614 in 2006, reaffirming its commitment to being an
inclusive community as a fundamental value.
• City Council adopted Resolution No. 1900 in 2016 and Resolution No. 1970 in 2019, reaffirming
its commitment to being a diverse, tolerant and inclusive community.
• City Council requested the resolution be reviewed by the Equity & Social Justice Commission.
• The Commission reviewed and made recommendations during the January 8, 2026 meeting and
finalized revision recommendations at the following February 5 meeting.
• The Clerk and City Attorney completed a review of the Commission's revisions on February 10.
ATTACHMENT
• Final Resolution
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Resolution e.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RESTATING
TUKWILA'S COMMITMENT TO BEING A SAFE,
WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE CITY, AND
REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1970.
WHEREAS, one of the City of Tukwila's greatest assets is being a beautifully diverse
community of neighborhoods, residents, businesses, and visitors; and
WHEREAS, all of Tukwila's community members deserve to live in a safe,
welcoming, and inclusive environment free of hate, discrimination and fear; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 1921, adopting a city equity policy in 2017, we
believe in the public sector for the public good, and advancing equity and inclusion is critical
to the success of our communities and our nation; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 1614 in 2006, reaffirming its
commitment to being an inclusive community as a fundamental value; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 1900 in 2016 and Resolution No.
1970 in 2019, reaffirming its commitment to being a diverse, tolerant and inclusive
community; and
WHEREAS, we, as elected representatives of the people, have a responsibility to
support the constitutional and civil rights of all and not stay silent in the face of violence and
discrimination against any person; and
WHEREAS, the people of Tukwila recognize that people of all cultures, ethnicities,
abilities, and backgrounds all do better when we work together; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila promotes principles of non -violence, civility and strives
for a culture where compassion and solidarity overcome fear and division; and
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WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila does not tolerate bias, harassment, discrimination, or
retaliation based on race, religion, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, gender,
gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, housing status, economic status, or other
legally -protected class status; and
WHEREAS, because hate crimes and incidences of intimidation are on the rise locally,
regionally, and nationally, the City Council desires to reiterate our position that all elected
officials, whether local, state, or federal, should be leaders in opposing hate;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Tukwila has historically been, and remains to this day, a welcoming
community to people from all over the world, and therefore the City Council reaffirms its
commitment to being safe, welcoming and inclusive for all residents and visitors to our City.
We reject the politics and language of division, bigotry, violence, hate and discrimination.
We will fight for the rights, freedoms and interests of all the members of our community no
matter what the color of our skin, our gender, the way we worship, where we were born,
our sexual orientation, our disabilities, or any other identity. Furthermore, we resolve to:
1. Prioritize the City's Equity Policy goals and promote a welcoming environment
for all in our community and recognize the rights of individuals to live their lives with dignity
and free of discrimination.
2. Commit to pursuing a policy agenda informed by our community that affirms
civil and human rights.
3. Engage with individuals and community groups to build trust, promote
education and encourage dialogue among all community members.
4. Publicly support those in our community affected by hate, denounce the use
of language expressing hate and be especially careful to never use such language in
spoken, written, or social media.
Section 2. Resolution No. 1970 is hereby repealed in its entirety.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Special Meeting thereof this day of , 2026.
[signatures to follow]
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ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Armen Papyan, Council President
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk Verna Seal, Councilmember
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Kate Kruller, Councilmember
Dennis Martinez, Councilmember
City Attorney Hannah Hedrick, Councilmember
Joe Camacho Torres, Councilmember
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number: Jane Ho, Councilmember
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