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City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Tukwila City Hall, Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
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AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER/ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / ROLL CALL
2. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the Coast Salish people. We acknowledge their
continuing connections to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their elders past, present and
emerging.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Those wishing to provide public comments may verbally address the City Council both on -site at Tukwila
City Hall or remotely via phone or Microsoft Teams for up to 5 minutes for items both on and not on the
meeting agenda. Per the Council Rules of Procedure, the total time for public comment should not generally
exceed 30 minutes and time may be reduced to 3 minutes if there are more than 6 speakers.
To provide comment remotely, 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.
4. PRESENTATION
a. Recology: 2025 Review Pg. 5
Alissa Campbell, Government and Community Relations Manager,
Recology King County
5. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 05/04 Regular Meeting & 05/11 Special Meeting
b. Approval of Vouchers
c. Parks and Recreation Ordinances Pg. 16
(1) Ordinance relating to Public Safety; repealing Ordinance No. 2476 as Pg. 26
codified at Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 12.08; thereby eliminating
TMC Chapter 12.08 in its entirety; reenacting TMC Chapter 12.08 to update
park rules and regulations.
(2) Ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 2567 and 2623 as codified at Tukwila Pg. 43
Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 12.12; "Foster Golf Links Fees" thereby
eliminating this chapter in its entirety.
City Council Meeting — Regular
May 18, 2026
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[Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Community Services and Safety Committee on
04127126 and Committee of the Whole on 05111126]
d. Resolution Supporting the Nomination of Certain Eligible Census Tracts for Pg. 64
Designation Under the New Opportunity Zones Program (OZ 2.0).
[Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Planning and Community Development
Committee on 05111126]
PUBLIC HEARING
a. Resolution to Public Benefit Rating System Open Space Classification for Pg. 72
Property at 4447 South 148th Street.
To provide public hearing comments, please email citycouncil (a)tukwilawa.gov, provide yourfirst
and last name, and reference the public hearing topic in the subject line, by 5:00 p.m. on May
18, 2026. Once you have signed up by email, your name will be called upon during the meeting
to speak for up to 5 minutes.
You may also attend the Public Hearing in person and provide your comments on -site.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Resolution Approving the Public Benefit Rating System Open Space Classification Pg. 72
of the Schilling Property located at 4447 S 148th Street.
b. Municipal Court Ordinances pg. 88
(1) Ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 2.68, Pg. 90
"Municipal Court," in alignment with Chapter 3.50 RCW; Converting the
Municipal Court Judge Position to an elective position.
(2) Ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 2659, as codified at Tukwila Municipal pg. 98
Code (TMC) section 2.68.026 Regarding the setting of salary for the
Municipal Court Judge.
c. Authorize the Mayor to execute the Master Service Agreement with Flock Safety to Pg. 101
replace Contract #24-012 and align with Engrossed Substitute State Bill (ESSB)
6002 and established Tukwila Police Department practices with no change to the
term orfees.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
b. City Council
c. Staff — City Administrator Report
MISCELLANEOUS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) — 20 minutes
Potential action to follow in the open meeting.
Pg. 119
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City Council Meeting — Regular
May 18, 2026
11. NEW BUSINESS
a. Potential Settlement Agreement with T-Force
12. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
y CLOSED SESSION
Collective Bargaining — Pursuant to RW 42.30.140(4)(b)
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WELCOME TO THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Tukwila City Council encourages community participation in the local government process and
welcomes attendance and public comment at its meetings.
MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. on the 1s` and 3d Mondays of each month. The City Council takes
formal action in the form of motions, resolutions and ordinances at Regular Meetings.
Committee of the Whole Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. on the 2d and 41h Mondays of each month. The
City Council considers current issues, discusses policy matters in detail, and coordinates the work of
the Council at Committee of the Whole meetings.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the public are given the opportunity to address the Council for up to 5 minutes on items both
on and not on the meeting agenda during Public Comments. Per the Council Rules of Procedure the total
time for public comments should not generally exceed 30 minutes and time may be reduced to 3 minutes
each if there are more than 6 speakers.
When recognized by the Presiding Officer, please go to the podium if on -site or turn on your microphone if
attending virtually and state your name clearly for the record. The City Council appreciates hearing from
you but may not respond or answer questions during the meeting; members of the City Council or City staff
may follow up with you following the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearings are required by law before the Council can take action on matters affecting the public
interest such as land -use laws, annexations, rezone requests, public safety issues, etc. The City Council
Rules of Procedure provide the following guidelines for Public Hearings:
1. City staff will provide a report summarizing and providing context to the issue at hand.
2. City staff shall speak first and be allowed 15 minutes to make a presentation.
3. The applicant is then allowed 15 minutes to make a presentation.
4. Each side is then allowed 5 minutes for rebuttal.
5. After City staff and the applicant have used their speaking time, the Council may ask further
clarifying questions of the speakers.
6. Members of the public who wish to address the Council on the hearing topic may speak for 5
minutes each.
7. Speakers are asked to sign in on forms provided by the City Clerk.
8. The Council may ask clarifying questions of speakers and the speakers may respond.
9. Speakers should address their comments to the City Council.
10. If a large number of people wish to speak to the issue, the Council may limit the total amount of
comment time dedicated to the Public Hearing.
11. Once the Presiding Officer closes the public hearing, no further comments will be accepted, and the
issue is open for Councilmember discussion.
12. Any hearing being held or ordered to be held by the City Council may be continued in the manner as
set forth by RCW 42.30.100.
For more information about the City Council, including its complete Rules of
Procedure, please visit: https://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/city-council/
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• Waste Zero education and engagement in the community
• Focus areas for ongoing diversion support and state law implementation
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Operations & Customer Service Updates
• New Operations District Manager recruited;
overseeing Supervisor in Tukwila area
• Increased Customer service staffing
• New billing and account management system
launched Fall 2025
• Completed Material Recovery Facility improvements
• New North hauling yard officially launched as of
January 2026
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Customer Service & Operations Review
- Increase of calls in December:
new billing system and
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- Miss per thousand under 1 for entire
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Waste Zero Engagement
• Over 3,148 units provided with Doorhanging materials to promote recycling
& composting
• Recycling & Compost contamination program success:
• 1,203 container audits completed
• 230 site visits and Technical Assistances completed
• 48 Educational materials requests completed
• Signage deliveries and installations (including multilingual signage)
• Sorting Guides
• Recycle Right tools
• Recology Store Flyers
• Providing outreach for new WA state Organics Management laws for businesses
• MRF Tours — ongoing private tours and quarterly public tours
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Waste Zero Engagement (cont.)
• Recycling Event — March 22nd
• State of the City —April 2nd
• Southcenter Mall Earth Day event —April 19th
• Tukwila and Recology 2025 ReThink Art Contest
• Tukwila Repair Event — July 12th
• Southcenter Touch -A -Truck —
August 23rd
• Senior Resource Fair — Sept. 13th
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Recology Store
• Residents able to bring hard -to -recycle item
drop offs at no cost (such as Styrofoam,
lightbulbs, electronics, textiles and more)
• All customers able to complete bill pay, make
customer service requests and ask questions
about their Recology services
• In 2025:
• 565 hard to recycle drop-offs
• 2,804 gallons of Styrofoam diverted!
• Waste Reduction Workshops
• Sustainable Gift wrapping, Scissor Repair,
Mending
Hard to Recycle Items Collected at
The Recology Store for Tukwila Residents
19 Propane
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24.1 Gallons
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What's Next?
• City of Tukwila MRF Tour— May 29th
• Southcenter Touch -A -Truck — August 22nd
• Outreach for Residents, Schools, Multifamily, and Commercial sites focusing on increasing diversion and
reducing contamination in recycling and compost streams
• Ongoing WA Law Implementation Support: Organics Management Laws & Recycling Reform Act
• Annual Service Guide to be mailed in November
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Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Marty Wine, City Administrator
Agenda Item
Sponsor
Legislative History
Recommended Motion
ITEM NO.
5.C.
AGENDA BILL
Ordinances: Park Rules Update (TMC 12.08) and Foster Golf Link Fees
(TMC 12.12)
Kris Kelly, Deputy Director, Parks & Recreation Department
April 27, 2026 Community Services & Safety Committee
May 11, 2026 Committee of the Whole
May 18, 2026 Regular Consent Agenda
❑ Discussion Only ❑x Action Requested
MOVE TO adopt the proposed ordinances amending Tukwila Municipal
Code Chapter 12.08 (Park Rules and Regulations) and repealing
Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 12.12 (Foster Golf Link Fees)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Parks and Recreation Department is proposing amendments Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC)
Chapters 12.08 and 12.12, by nature of already being recorded in statute, require ordinance adopted by
City Council for any amendments or repeal. Department staff are requesting:
1. Adoption of the proposed ordinance amending TMC Chapter 12.08 (Park Rules)
2. Adoption of the proposed ordinance repealing TMC Chapter 12.12 (Foster Golf Link Fees)
DISCUSSION
TMC Chapter 12.08 (Parks Rules) Ordinance
Chapter 12.08 of the TMC covers Parks Rules and Regulations regarding a wide range of topics such
as park hours, restrictions on usage of fireworks, charcoal grills, or motor vehicles in parks, commercial
activities in parks, and more. This chapter of the TMC was last updated over a decade ago in 2015 via
Ordinance 2476. Department staff, to better provide parks and recreation services to community
members, determined that TMC Chapter 12.08 needed a full rewrite via the proposed ordinance. This
rewrite aims to encapsulate the entirety of parks and recreation operations, rules of use, penalties for
violations, and more in a single TMC chapter. Thus, staff is requesting passage of an ordinance that
repeals TMC Chapter 12.08 as it currently exists and then subsequently re-enacts it with the updated
language as proposed.
TMC Chapter 12.12 (Foster Golf Links Fees) Ordinance
This chapter of the TMC focuses entirely on the setting of greens fees for playing at Foster Golf Links,
the public golf course operated by the City of Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department. The proposed
amendment to TMC Chapter 12.08 (Parks Rules), contains a section titled "Setting of Fees and
Charges" that simplifies the fee setting authority to be held by the Parks and Recreation Department
Director. Therefore, passage of the proposed amendment to TMC Chapter 12.08 will make TMC
Chapter 12.12 redundant, necessitating the proposed repeal of the chapter.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Adoption of the proposed ordinances does not create any net general fund inflows and/or outflows.
ATTACHMENTS
A - PowerPoint presentation
B - Proposed Ordinance: TMC Chapter 12.08 (Parks Rules) Amendment - Updated after4127 CSS
C - Final Ordinance: TMC Chapter 12.08 (Parks Rules) Amendment
D - Final Ordinance: TMC Chapter 12.12 (Foster Golf Links Fees) Repeal
16 E - Minutes from 04/27 Community Services & Safety Committee
Proposed Amendments to the
Tukwila Municipal Code
City of Tukwila Community of the Whole
May 11, 2026
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Purpose of Park Rules
• Ensures the safety and enjoyment of all
park users
• Designed to protect public health, safety
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• Promotes good behavior among park and
facility visitors
• Ensures Tukwila's parks are welcoming
and an enjoyable space for everyone.
• Helps maintain the quality ofTukwila's
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Proposed Amendments
• Reflects latest guidance from Washington Cities Insurance
Authority (WCIA), the City's risk pool
• Modeled after other local jurisdictions, including:
• City of Auburn
• City of Kirkland
• City of Mercer Island
• City of Tacoma
• City of Everett
• Snohomish County
• City of Seattle
• Includes City Attorney review & consultation
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Chapter 12.08 Park Rules and Regulations
• Rescind and Replaces the existing Park Code with new provisions
• New definitions- park, micromobility device, drones, park ranger, vehicle, etc.
• Clarifies and expands upon existing code provisions
• Sets authorities and responsibilities- Parks & Recreation Director, Park Ranger
• Provides for establishment of a code of conduct & process for appeals
• Sets penalties for violations & enforcement methods
• "New" provisions include noise; intoxicating liquors and marijuana; damage to
park property; animal control; feeding wildlife; damage by animals; boating,
fishing and swimming; boats and beaches; vehicles and micromobility devices;
setting of fees and charges; gifts, bequests & donations; camping; structures
in parks; code of conduct; and park safety. T'U KW I LA
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Chapter 12.12 Foster Golf Links Fees
• Rescinds the Chapter
• No longer necessary- fee
setting authority addressed in
Chapter 12.08
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Summary of Public Comments
Written public comment period March 12-30: (2) Respondents - (1) Facebook. (1)
Microsoft Form
Chapter 12.08 Park Rules and Regulations:
• Microsoft Form (Respondent 1): "Yes, I think updating rules every
so often is smart"
• Facebook Post (Respondent 2): "This is bad. Chapter 12.08 Park
Rules and Regulations is just the city adding more unnecessary
rules and regulations and giving them the ability to enforce
things. Like you cant do a protest in a park without a permit or
even fly a drone. This is a step toward controlling the people more
when you already have control. Let people fly drones at parks. Oh
and you cant even use a sling shot, didn't know that. Oh and they
can post all this in conspicuous spots, instead of bout in the open
space."
Chapter 12.12 Foster Golf Links:
• Microsoft Form (Respondent 1): No feedback
other than it's important to keep golf
affordable, especially for people who have
lower incomes and are most impacted by the
inflation of necessities. Will that be the
outcome of this rule change?
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Process Summary
• March 11 Initial overview by Parks Commission
• March 12-30 Written public comment period
• Website; email; social media channels
• March 27-March 31
• Summarize public comments
• Revise the draft TMC amendments
• April 8- Parks Commission Meeting
• Final TMC Amendments- recommendation to City Council
• April 27- Community Services and Safety Committee
• Review recommended TMC Amendments- recommend moving forward to COW
• May 11- Committee of the Whole
• Review recommended TMC Amendments- recommend adoption We are here
• May 18- Council Regular Meeting
• Adoption of proposed TMC amendments
• June 1- Effective Date
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Attachment B
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NOTE: Shaded text in Exhibit A (pg. 13) denotes
revisions made following the April 27t"
Community Services & Safety Committee
meeting.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2476 AS CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) CHAPTER 12.08,
THEREBY ELIMINATING TMC CHAPTER 12.08 IN ITS
ENTIRETY; REENACTING TMC CHAPTER 12.08; TO
UPDATE PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHNG AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City has developed parks and trails for the enjoyment and recreation of
all community members; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that rules and regulations be adopted governing operation,
use and conduct in public parks with the City of Tukwila; and
WHEREAS, the Park Rules and Regulations were last updated over 10 years ago, and
City staff, including representatives of the Tukwila Police Department and City Attorney's
Office, have worked collaboratively with Parks and Recreation staff to review and develop
updates to Chapter 12.08 of the Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC), to address emerging public
safety issues; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2026 and April 8, 2026, the City of Tukwila's Park
Commission discussed and recommended the proposed amendments to the City Council
for consideration; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department, after taking and reviewing public
comments upon the proposed amendments during a two -week period in March, 2026,
recommend City Council adoption of the substantive changes entailed in the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend park rules and regulations to properly
address the use of public parks and trails and to further the safety, health and welfare of its
users;
2026 Legislation: TMC 12.08 Park Rules
Version: 4/20/26
Staff: P. Mayer
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Adoption of Findings of Fact. The City Council hereby adopts the
foregoing recitals and incorporates them herein as support for this ordinance.
Section 2. Repealer. Ordinance No. 2476, as codified in TMC Chapter 12.08, "Park
Rules and Regulations," is hereby repealed, thereby eliminating this chapter in its entirety.
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Section 3. TMC Chapter 12.08 Reenacted. TMC Chapter 12.08 of the TMC is hereby
reenacted to read as follows:
CHAPTER 12.08
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
Sections:
12.08.010 Chanter Constitutes Park Code
12.08.020 Exercise of Police Powers
12.08.030 Definitions
12.08.040 Authoritv and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation
Director
12.08.050 Authority of Park Ranger
12.08.060 Permits — Generally
12.08.070 Permits —Assemblies, Entertainment, Etc.
12.08.080 Solicitina
12.08.090 Busking
12.08.100 Public Disturbance Noises
12.08.110 Sians. Posters. and Notices
12.08.120 Destruction of Park Property
12.08.130 Intoxicating Liquors and Marijuana
12.08.140 Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited
12.08.150 Damage or Removal of Plants Prohibited
2026 Legislation: TMC 12.08 Park Rules
Version: 4/20/26
Staff: P. Mayer
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12.08.160 Disposal of Trash
12.08.170 Animal Control
12.08.180 Molesting or Feeding Wildlife or Non -Domesticated
Animals
12.08.190 Damage by Animals
12.08.200 Prohibitions as to Boatina. Fishina. and Swimmina
12.08.210 Boats and Beaches
12.08.220 Fires
12.08.230 Use of Certain Eaui
12.08.240 Fireworks or Firearm Discharge
12.08.250 Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards
12.08.260 Settina of Fees and Charaes
12.08.270 Gifts, Bequests, and Donations
12.08.280 Advertisina. Sponsorship, and Namina Riahts
12.08.290 Camping
12.08.300 No Structures in Parks; Exceptions
12.08.310 ODenina and Closina Hours. No Use of Parks When
Closed; Exceptions
12.08.320 Emergency Conditions
12.08.330 Aidina and Abettina Violations
12.08.340 Penalty for Violations
12.08.350 Authority to Adopt a Code of Conduct
12.08.360 Park Safety- Enforcement
12.08.370 Severability
Section 4. Chapters Established. All chapters of TMC Chapter 12.08 are hereby
established to read as referenced in Exhibit A.
Section 5. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser Authorized. Upon approval
of the City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to other
local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering and
section/subsection numbering.
Section 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 7. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2026.
2026 Legislation: TMC 12.08 Park Rules
Version: 4/20/26
Staff: P. Mayer
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ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
Exhibit A: Reenacted TMC Chapter 12.08, "Park Rules and Regulations"
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CHAPTER 12.08
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
Sections:
12.08.010 Chapter Constitutes Park Code
12.08.020 Exercise of Police Powers
12.08.030 Definitions
12.08.040 Authority and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation
Director
12.08.050 Authority of Park Ranger
12.08.060 Permits — Generally
12.08.070 Permits —Assemblies. Entertainment. Etc.
12.08.080 Soliciting
12.08.090 Buskina
12.08.100 Public Disturbance Noises
12.08.110 Signs, Posters, and Notices
12.08.120 Destruction of Park Prooerh
12.08.130 Intoxicating Liquors and Marijuana
12.08.140 Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited
12.08.150 Damaae or Removal of Plants Prohibited
12.08.160 Disposal of Trash
12.08.170 Animal Control
12.08.180 Molesting or Feeding Animals
12.08.190 Damage by Animals
12.08.200 Prohibitions as to Boatina. Fishina. and Swimmi
12.08.210 Boats and Beaches
12.08.220 Fires
12.08.230 Use of Certain EauiamI
12.08.240 Fireworks or Firearm Discharge
12.08.250 Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards
12.08.260 Setting of Fees and Charges
12.08.270 Gifts, Bequests, and Donations
12.08.280 Advertising, Sponsorship, and Naming Rights
12.08.290 Camping
12.08.300 No Structures in Parks; Exceptions
12.08.310 Oaenina and Closina Hours. No Use of Parks When
Closed, Exceptions
12.08.320 Emergency Conditions
12.08.330 Aiding and Abetting Violations
12.08.340 Penalty for Violations
12.08.350 Authoritv to Adoot a Code of Conduct
12.08.360 Park Safety- Enforcement
12.08.370 Severability
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12.08.010. Chapter Constitutes Park Code.
This chapter shall constitute the Park Code of the City of Tukwila and may be cited
as such. Conduct in all public parks shall be subject to all applicable provisions of the
Tukwila Municipal Code, the general police regulations of the City of Tukwila, and rules
adopted by the Parks and Recreation Department and not exclusively to the provisions
of this chapter.
12.08.020. Exercise of Police Powers.
This chapter is hereby declared to be an exercise of the police power of the State of
Washington, the City of Tukwila, and the Parks and Recreation Department for the public
peace, health, safety, and welfare, and its provisions shall be liberally construed.
12.08.030. Definitions.
A. "Busk" is the act of performing in a public area for voluntary donations, including,
but not limited to, the following activities: acting, singing, playing musical instruments
whether amplified or not, pantomime, juggling, magic, dancing, and reciting. This does
not include the production of items for sale.
B. "Busker" means a person who has obtained a permit pursuant to this chapter.
C. "Civil infraction" has the meaning given that term by chapter 7.80 RCW, the
Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction and any local rule adopted thereto by
the Tukwila Municipal Court.
D. "Camp" means to pitch, use or occupy camp facilities for the purposes of
habituation, living accommodation, or dwelling as evidenced by the storage of personal
belongings in "camp facilities" or the use of "camp paraphernalia", or as further defined in
the Tukwila Municipal Code.
E. "Camp facilities" include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, temporary shelters, or
vehicles if said vehicle is being used as a temporary living quarters. "Camp facilities" does
not include shelters when used temporarily in a park for recreation or play during hours
when the park is open to the public, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal Code.
F. "Camp paraphernalia" includes, but is not limited to, tarpaulins, cots, beds,
sleeping bags, blankets, mattresses, hammocks, or non -city designated cooking facilities
or similar equipment, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal Code.
G. "Director" means the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department of the City
of Tukwila or their designee.
H. "Drones" or "Unmanned Aircraft Systems" WAS) or "Unmanned Aerial Vehicle"
(UAV) means a powered, aerial vehicle that does not carry a human operator, uses
aerodynamic forces to provide vehicle lift, and can fly autonomously or be piloted
remotely. The vehicle may be expendable and recoverable.
I. "Micromobility device" means a personal transportation device such as bicycles,
scooters, skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, unicycles, mono wheel devices,
surreys, electric personal assistive mobility devices (EPAMD) and electric motorized foot
scooters. A micromobility device includes all human powered devices, including devices
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powered by more than one person, and devices that are powered by an electric motor
that is capable of propelling the device with or without the assistance of human propulsion.
J. "Park" means and includes all parks, squares, drives, parkways, docks, piers,
boulevards, golf courses, beaches, ponds, fountains, aquatic facilities, spray grounds,
playgrounds, recreation areas, community centers, museums, shelters, restrooms,
athletic fields and facilities, trails, paths or open spaces, or parking lots associated with
any park within the City limits and any other facilities either improved or unimproved, that
are owned by the City of Tukwila, or under the management and control of the City of
Tukwila.
K. "Park Ranger" shall mean a city employee who has been deputized by the Chief
of Police with a special commission that has limited authority to enforce specific state
laws and local ordinances to provide resource protection; enforce park rules, regulations
and other applicable city, county and state laws; assist visitors; conduct light
maintenance; monitor for damage or hazards; and provide education and outreach.
L. "Park rule" means those particular rules enumerated here, and/or subsequently
implemented, including rules, regulations and/or codes of conduct the Director of Parks
and Recreation has adopted and has designated, by rule, as those for which a violation
may lead to exclusion from a park under Sections 12.08.320, 12.08.330, 12.08.340,
12.08.350, and 12.08.360.
M. "Permit" means an authorization for the use of parks and recreation facilities that
impose conditions on the permittee in addition to those conditions imposed on the general
public.
N. "Recreation program" means any program or activity conducted, sponsored, or
assisted by Tukwila Parks and Recreation, whether or not it occurs in a park.
O. "Sound -producing source" means anything that is capable of making sound.
Sound -producing source includes, but is not limited to the conditions stipulated in TMC
8.22.010 or as subsequently amended.
P. "Store" means to put aside or accumulate for use when needed, to put for
safekeeping, to place or leave in a location, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal
Code.
Q. "Structure" means any structure or shelter, including but not limited to any
temporary makeshift dwelling units, lean-tos, shacks and/or trailers, comprised of tree
branches, wood, plastic, metal, nylon, tarp or any other materials.
R. "Vape" or "Vaping means the use of any kind of vapor product.
S. "Vapor product" means any noncombustible product containing solution or other
consumable substance, regardless of whether it contains nicotine, which employs a
mechanical heating element, battery, or electronic circuit regardless of shape or size that
can be used to produce vapor from the solution or other substance, including an electronic
cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe, or similar product or device.
T. "Vehicle" shall have the meaning set forth in RCW 46.04.670 as currently enacted
or hereafter amended and shall also include (1) trailers, including trailers designed to be
towed behind any vehicle, and (2) any personal transportation device such as bicycle,
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scooters, skateboards, unicycles, surreys or mono wheel devices that are powered by an
internal combustion engine that is capable of propelling the device with or without human
propulsion. A micromobility device is not a vehicle.
Wherever consistent with the context of this chapter, words in the present, past, or
future tenses shall be construed to be interchangeable with each other, and words in the
sinaular number shall be construed to include the plural.
12.08.040. Authority and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation Director.
A. The Parks and Recreation Department shall have all the powers to perform all the
duties provided by the laws of the state relating to park and recreational departments in
cities under the Optional Municipal Code. The Parks and Recreation Department shall
have the management of the park, golf, trail, open space and recreation system and the
administration of the rules and regulations provided by the Mayor and City Council for the
management of municipal parks, golf and recreation areas.
B. The Director shall have the power to promulgate and adopt reasonable rules and
regulations pertaining to the operation, management and use of the parks, and shall post
the same in conspicuous places in the parks. Such rules and regulations shall include a
procedure for granting blanket permits encompassing any particulars of this chapter. It is
unlawful for any person to violate or fail to comply with any park rule or regulation duly
adopted and posted by the Department of Parks and Recreation.
12.08.050. Authority of Park Ranger.
A Park Ranger is authorized to enforce provisions of the Tukwila Municipal Code, the
general police regulations of the City of Tukwila, laws of the state of Washington, and
rules adopted by the Parks and Recreation Department, consistent with and limited to
their special commission from the Chief of Police.
12.08.060. Permits — Generally.
Permits, when required by this Chapter, shall be applied for through the Director
unless otherwise specified. The granting, denying or revocation of permits shall be based
upon the policies and standards set forth in this chapter and the rules of the Director, as
now or hereafter amended, which are incorporated herein as though fully set forth. Where
fees are required by the Director for the issuance of permits, payment of such fees will be
required before permits are issued. All permits issued hereunder shall be subject to other
applicable Tukwila Municipal Code provisions, City ordinances, and Parks and Recreation
Department rules. The persons to whom such permits are issued ("permittees") shall be
bound by said code, ordinances, and rules as fully as though the same were contained in
such permits. A permittee shall be liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by any
person by reason of the negligence, unlawful or wrongful conduct of the permittee, as well
as for any breach of such code, ordinances, or rules, to the person or persons so suffering
a loss, damage, or injury.
Any person claiming to have a permit issued hereunder must produce and exhibit such
permit upon the request of any authorized person who may desire to inspect the same.
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12.08.070. Permits —Assemblies, Entertainment, Etc.
Any person who conducts or participates in any organized entertainment,
demonstration, or public gathering in any park shall obtain a permit from the Director. The
procedure for application and consideration of permits for this purpose is as follows:
A. Any person seeking to obtain a permit shall file a written application with the
Director no later than one month prior to the date of the proposed use. The application
shall state the purpose for which the park would be used, the date and time of the
proposed use, the name of the park and the area thereof that would be used, the
anticipated number of persons who would be present, and such other information
reasonably relating to the contemplated use as the Director may require; provided,
however, that said Director may, for good cause shown, waive the one -month
requirement for filing said application.
B. When the proposed use is an exercise of rights protected by the First and
Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution, or Article I, Section 3, 4, 5, or
11 of the Washington Constitution, the application shall be processed promptly, without
charging a fee for political or religious activities other than a fee based on the cost of
processing the application, or imposing terms or conditions that infringe constitutional
freedoms, and in a manner that respects the liberties of applicants and the public.
C. If, under the conditions set forth in subsection A of this section, the Director finds
after an investigation that the safety, comfort, and convenience of the public in the use of
the parks, or in the usage of the area adjacent to the park, would be unduly disturbed,
they may deny the application, may impose restrictions upon the permit, or may issue a
permit for a different date, time, park, or park area so as to alleviate such burden. The
Director may issue a permit for use of the park during hours when the park is closed if
they approve the application.
12.08.080. Soliciting.
It is unlawful for any person to solicit, sell, or peddle any goods, services, wares,
merchandise, liquids or edibles for human consumption in any park, except by permit
issued by the Director.
12.08.090. Busking.
A. Permit required. A busker shall obtain and display a permit at all times while
performing in a park. A busking permit may be suspended or revoked if the busker
violates any provision of this chapter or any permit regulation. A busking permit shall be
nontransferable and shall remain the orooerty of the citv. Each member of a aroua of
performers shall be required to obtain a busking permit.
B. The Public Works Department Director is authorized and directed to adopt and
promulgate rules as deemed necessary for the permitting of busking on sidewalks and
rights -of -way as defined in this chapter.
C. Prohibitions and restrictions.
It is unlawful for anv person to busk in anv park. sidewalk and riahts-of-wa
without first obtaining a permit.
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2. A busker shall not block the Dassaae of the Dublic throuah a Dark. sidewalk or
Public rights -of -way. If a sufficient crowd gathers to see or hear a busker such that the
passage of the public through a public area is blocked a City of Tukwila employee, park
ranger or police officer may disperse that portion of the crowd that is blocking the passage
of the public. A busker shall not be asked to leave the location unless all other means of
restoring the public safety or order have been exhausted.
3. A busker shall not perform in a park, sidewalk or public rights -of -way so as to
obstruct access to private property, except with the prior consent of the owner or manager
of the Property.
4. No busker shall use profane, obscene, or lewd language or imagery while
performing.
5. No busker may aenerate noise that is in excess of the permissible sound levels
as defined in TMC Section 8.22.050 or as otherwise exempted pursuant to TMC Section
8.22.100.
12.08.100. Public Disturbance Noises.
A. Noise in parks and penalties for violations is regulated by TMC Chapter 8.22 as
now enacted or as subsequently amended, except that permitted events must comply
with the standard set forth herein.
B. The use of public address systems or other sound -amplifying devices must be
approved by specific permit.
C. It is a violation to use a public address or sound -amplifying device in a park without
a permit.
12.08.110. Signs, Posters and Notices.
A. It is unlawful for any person, without prior written permission of the Director or
otherwise consistent with regulations established by the Director consistent with this
section, to attach any notice, bill, poster, sign, wire, rod or cord to any tree, shrub, railing,
post or structure within any park.
B. It is unlawful for any person, without prior written permission of the Director or
otherwise consistent with regulations established by the Director consistent with this
section, to use, place or erect any signboard, sign, billboard, bulletin board, post, pole, or
device of any kind for advertising in any park, whether permanent or temporary.
12.08.120. Destruction of Park Property.
It is unlawful for any person to damage or destroy any real or personal property within
a park or to physically interfere with any City of Tukwila employee in the discharge of their
duties within a park.
12.08.130. Intoxicatinq Liquors and Marijuana.
A. The display, possession, or consumption of intoxicating liquors in any park is
prohibited, except in particular areas or facilities which may be expressly designated from
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time to time by the Director. The penalty for any violation of this section shall be as set
forth in RCW 66.44.100, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended.
B. The opening of a package containing marijuana, useable marijuana, marijuana -
infused products, or marijuana concentrates, or consuming marijuana, useable
marijuana, marijuana -infused products, or marijuana concentrates, in any park is
prohibited. "Marijuana" means marijuana as defined by RCW 69.50.101 as now or
hereafter amended. The penalty for any violation of this section shall be as set forth in
RCW 69.50.445. as now enacted or as subseauentiv amended.
C. Whenever any person is stopped for a violation of this section, the officer may
detain that person for a reasonable period of time necessary to identify the person and
check for outstanding warrants.
12.08.140. Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person to smoke or vape any product derived from or containing
nicotine within a park, unless the product has been approved by the United States Food
and Drug Administration as a tobacco cessation product, such as transdermal nicotine
patches, nicotine gum and nicotine lozenges, or for the other medically approved
purposes and is being used for that approved purpose. For the purposes of this section,
"smoke" or "smoking" means the carrying, holding, or smoking of any kind of pipe, cigar,
cigarette, or any other object that is lighted and used for smoking.
12.08.150. Damage or Removal of Plants Prohibited.
Unauthorized cutting, removal, or destruction of any turf, tree, plant, shrub, flower, or
seaweed on park property is prohibited. While inside any park, having in one's possession
any newly -plucked branch, tree, flower, plant, fungus (mushrooms, shelf fungus, etc.),
algae (seaweed, etc.), or shrub without specific permission shall be presumptive evidence
of such unauthorized cuttina. removal. or destruction.
12.08.160. Disposal of Trash.
No person shall throw or leave litter, garbage, trash, or yard waste in or at a park
except in a receptacle provided for that purpose. No person shall deposit on any park
Property any household or commercial garbage, refuse, or rubbish which is brought as
such from any private property. The penalty for violation of this section shall be as set
forth in TMC Section 8.80.020.
12.08.170. Animal Control.
A. Unless in a designated off -leash area, animals must be on a leash no longer than
eight feet or secured inside a vehicle and are not allowed to enter ponds, fountains,
spraygrounds, or any play area designed to utilize water in any park. Animals of any other
type are not permitted in any park unless first approved by the Director, except for service
animals. as defined in RCW 9.91.170.
B. Any person with an animal in their possession shall be responsible for the conduct
of the animal.
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C. The Director may prohibit animals. except for service animals as defined in RCW
9.91.170, from events and/or facilities within a park.
D. All provisions of Title 7 of this code remain in full force and effect in all parks and
may be enforced by anv police officer. park ranaer or animal control officer.
12.08.180. Molestina or Feedina Wildlife or Non -Domesticated Animals.
No person shall molest or harass any wildlife or non -domesticated animal in a park.
It shall be unlawful for any person to give, offer, or attempt to give to any wildlife or non -
domesticated animal within a park any tobacco, drink, or other substance known to be
dangerous or noxious to wildlife or non -domesticated animals. It is also unlawful to feed
any wildlife or non -domesticated animal in a park, except as authorized by the Director.
12.08.190. Damage by Animals.
Owners of dogs or other animals damaging or destroying park property will be held
liable for the full value of the property damaged or destroyed, in addition to impounding
fees and the penalty imposed for violation of these provisions.
12.08.200. Prohibitions as to Boating, Fishing, and Swimming.
It is unlawful for any person to boat, fish, wade, swim, scuba dive, snorkel, or bathe
in any park except in the places and at times designated by the Director.
12.08.210. Boats and Beaches.
No dock or anv other structure shall be built upon anv beach unless
authorized. Launching or landing of waterborne craft from any shoreline within the limits
of any park is prohibited, except in an emergency involving rescue or lifesaving, in
specifically designated areas or with a specific permit issued by the Director. The
launching or landing of waterborne craft, as provided in this section, shall be unlawful if
anv reauired fee. as determined by the Director. has not been paid.
12.08.220. Fires.
Fires are prohibited except in picnic stoves installed under the authority of the Director
or in portable barbeques. Fires in any other facility or area are allowed only by special
permit. Fires in picnic stoves or portable barbeques may only utilize propane or charcoal
briquettes as fuel; all other fuel sources, including wood, are specifically prohibited.
Portable barbeques may be utilized only for cooking food. Briquettes must be completely
extinguished and properly disposed of or removed from the park. The Director may further
restrict the use of barbeques within any park, provided that signs are installed to notify
patrons of the restrictions
12.08.230. Use of Certain Equipment.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect any inflatable structure or attraction including,
but not limited to, bounce houses, dunk tanks, horse/pony/mule rides, etc.; use a
slingshot, bow and arrow, beanshooter, paintball gun or similar implement or equipment;
operate any hot air balloon, sky lantern or other device that uses a flame for lift or
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propulsion or other similar implement; or use golf or archery equipment in or upon any
park; except that golf and archery equipment may be used in areas specifically
designated for that use, or as otherwise authorized by the Director.
B. It is unlawful to practice or play golf, baseball, tennis, soccer, or other games of
like character, or to hurl or propel any projectile or missile into or over any park, except in
areas specifically designated for that use. It is unlawful to operate motorized model
aircraft, drones, unmanned aircraft systems WAS), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV),
motorized models such as cars, cycles, trucks, or watercraft in any park, except as
specifically designated for that use or as otherwise authorized by the Director.
12.08.240. Fireworks or Firearm Discharge.
It is unlawful to carry, shoot, fire, or explode any fireworks or explosives of any kind
in any park and it is unlawful to shoot, fire or explode any firearm, air gun, B.B. or pellet
gun in any park.
12.08.250. Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards.
A. It is unlawful to enter or leave a park by vehicle and micromobility devices by other
than established entrances and exits.
B. Vehicles are prohibited in any park, except on roads intended for the movement
of public vehicular traffic, or on roads specifically designated and signed for such use.
C. Micromobility devices are permitted on roads. sidewalks. Daths or trails in an
park unless otherwise prohibited and signed for the particular micromobility device(s)
being prohibited.
D. The parking of vehicles in any park is prohibited except in established parking
areas. It is unlawful to park along roadways if the normal flow of traffic is impeded or if
parking causes conditions that are hazardous to public safety. Any vehicle that is
impeding traffic or is illegally parked may be impounded.
E. No person shall service, wash, wax, or change the oil of any vehicle within a park.
F. It is unlawful to engage in, conduct, or hold any trials or competitions for speed,
endurance, or hill climbing involving any vehicle, boat, aircraft, micromobility device, or
animal in any park without specific permit.
G. All vehicles and micromobility devices shall obey the posted speed limits and all
other regulatory signs
12.08.260. Setting of Fees and Charges
The Director is authorized to charge fees for entering parks, parking, programs,
activities, services, and permits as well as for the use of City Park and Recreation facilities
as established by city Ordinances, Resolutions, park rules, and policies as now exist or
are hereafter amended. The Director is also authorized to waive or reduce such fees,
establish experimental rates and engage in special promotional and marketing activities.
All fees and charges shall remain in effect unless they are repealed, superseded or
amended by Council or department action. Fees, rates and charges and amendments
thereto shall be publicly posted on the City's website, publicly posted at Tukwila
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Community Center, Foster Golf Course and filed with the City Clerk. Whenever a fee is
paid for the use of Department facilities or property or for participation in a Department
sponsored class, program, or service and no use or rights have been exercised pursuant
thereto and aaalication is made for refund. the Director may authorize such fee refunded.
12.08.270. Gifts, Bequests and Donations.
Pursuant to TMC Chapter 3.36, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended,
and upon delegation by the Mayor, the Director may solicit and accept from the general
and business communities, non-profit organizations and all other persons, gifts, bequests
and donations to the City of, or in support of, Parks and Recreation facilities, services and
programs. The Director shall assure that expenditures from the gift, bequest or donation
are consistent with the terms, if any, requested by the grantor. Unless otherwise
promulgated by ordinance, policy or rule, the Mayor or their designee shall promulgate
appropriate administrative rules, policies and/or standard operating procedures regarding
the acceptance of gifts, bequests donations.
12.08.280. Advertising, Sponsorship and Naming Rights.
Pursuant to TMC Chapter 3.36, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended,
and upon delegation by the Mayor, the Director may negotiate and enter into advertising,
sponsorship and naming rights agreements for the purpose of providing financial support
for Parks and Recreation facilities, services and programs. Unless otherwise
promulgated by ordinance, policy or rule, the Mayor or their designee shall promulgate
appropriate administrative rules, policies and/or standard operating procedures regarding
advertising, sponsorship and naming rights.
12.08.290. Camping.
A person commits the offense of unlawful camping in a park if they camp in any park
pursuant to TMC Chapter 8.41 except as otherwise provided by ordinance, park rule, or
as permitted and so designated by signs.
12.08.300. No Structures in Parks; Exceptions.
A. It is unlawful to erect, maintain, use or occupy any structure within a park, except
as permitted under TMC Chapter 8.41.
B. This section shall not apply to:
1. Any structure erected installed or placed within a park by the owner or operator
of the park or as expressly authorized by the Director.
2. A temporary structure that has only a roof and no walls.
12.08.310. Opening and Closing Hours, No Use of Parks When Closed; Exceptions.
A. Parks are considered open one-half hour before sunrise and closed one-half hour
after sunset, unless otherwise expressly determined by the Director or otherwise posted
at the park. Any person entering or remaining in a park when it is closed is subject to
arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass. Any vehicle remaining in a park when the
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park is closed may be impounded and any personal property or structure remaining in a
park when the park is closed may be removed.
B. The Director may extend open hours for sanctioned events or uses, but only that
portion of a park specified by the Director will be open beyond normal hours; other areas
of such a park shall remain closed.
C. This section shall not apply to:
1. Starfire Sports facilitv or anv other concessioned or leased facilitv constructed
and operated in a park, or as otherwise specified by the Director.
2. Police Officers. Park Ranaers or other Park emDlovees while on-d
3. Sidewalks that are within the right-of-way of a public street, when the street is
not within the boundaries of a Dark.
12.08.320. Emeraencv Conditions.
A. In case of an emergency, or in case where life and property are endangered, all
persons, if requested to do so by the Director or other City of Tukwila employee, Park
Ranger or a Police Officer, shall depart from the portion of the grounds specified by such
employee, Ranger or Officer, and shall remain off the same until permission is given to
return.
B. Any person who remains on park property after being required to leave by a City
of Tukwila employee, Park Ranger or by a Police Officer, or who returns to the park
without permission, is guilty of criminal trespass pursuant to Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC
Chapter 8.23 and/or TMC Section 8.40.040. Any juvenile violating this section may be
arrested and prosecuted under chapter 9.52 RCW, as currently enacted or hereafter
amended.
12.08.330. Aiding and Abetting Violations.
Anyone concerned in the violation of this chapter, whether directly committing the act
or omitting to do the thing constituting the offense, or who aids or abets the same, and
whether present or absent, and anyone who directly or indirectly counsels, encourages,
hires, commands, induces, or otherwise procures another to commit such offense, is and
shall be a principal under the terms of this chapter and shall be proceeded against and
prosecuted as such.
12.08.340. Penalty for Violations.
Unless specifically designated to be enforced pursuant to other law, including, but
not limited to, state law or another section, chapter, or title of the Tukwila Municipal Code,
any violation of this chapter shall constitute a civil infraction, not including statutory
assessments. Each civil infraction shall carry with it a monetary penalty of $100.00 for the
first violation, $175.00 for a second violation of the same nature or a continuing violation,
and $250.00 for a third or subsequent violation of the same nature or a continuing
violation. Such penalty is in addition to any other remedies or penalties provided by law
including, but not limited to, another section, chapter, or title of the Tukwila Municipal
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Code or the Revised Code of Washington. For each act herein prohibited of a continuin
nature, each day shall be considered a separate offense.
12.08.350. Authority to Adopt a Code of Conduct.
The use and enjoyment of parks are enhanced when patrons abide by a code of
conduct that promotes health and safety, that requires respect for the rights and needs of
others, and that requires respect for the park property. The Director may adopt a code of
conduct that regulates any activity or behavior in parks to protect the public's health and
safety, to promote respect for the rights and needs of others, and to preserve park
Property. Said code of conduct will be posted at Park and Recreation facilities, parks and
trailheads, and other program/service locations. The Director may also include within the
code of conduct criteria to determine the length of any exclusion notice issued pursuant
to TMC Chanter 8.23 and TMC Section 8.40.040.
12.08.360. Park Safety — Enforcement
A. General. Park rules, as promulgated in this chapter, are established to provide a
system by which the greatest number of people may obtain the maximum satisfaction
from the use of city parks. For the rules to serve this purpose, they must be understood
and followed by the park users. Accordingly, park safety involves both public awareness
and rule enforcement programs.
B. Application of Park Safety Program. The degree and extent to which the
application of park safety shall be adapted to city parks shall be based on purpose and
location of each park and recreation facility, its environment and surrounding community,
the number and type of persons using it, the number and type of rule violations that have
occurred in the past, and the perception that the people of the city have of the park or
facility as a safe place to use. The Department shall keep records of safety problems and
rules violations in each facility and continuously evaluate its safety program for each
facility based on those records.
C. Responsibilities. Park safety is the responsibility of both the Tukwila Police
Department and the Parks and Recreation Department. Specific responsibilities include
the following:
1. Parks and Recreation Department:
(a) Enforcing Park rules and rules of conduct set forth in the ordinance for
which department personnel have appropriate authority.
(b) Developing and implementing public awareness programs regarding the
purpose of parks, trails and recreation facilities, programs, activities and services and the
rules governing their use.
(c) Encouraging voluntary compliance with rules based on awareness.
(d) Training department personnel in the appropriate use of administrative
sanctions as a means of park rule enforcement.
(e) Notification of Tukwila Police Department officers who have primary
jurisdiction whenever department personnel observe violations of park rules requiring
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further law enforcement authority or other violations of local, state, or federal laws;
whenever there is an emergency requiring law enforcement assistance; or whenever they
need assistance in executing their responsibilities pursuant to this chapter.
2. Tukwila Police Department:
a) Issuina a special commission and associated trainina of personnel
authorized to issue citations for infractions and misdemeanor offenses.
(b) Providing supplementary patrols in parks, facilities and during events,
activities and programs as jointly determined by the Director and Chief of Police.
(c) Responding, as appropriate, to requests from department personnel for
assistance in situations beyond their capacity or authority to act.
D. Enforcement methods.
1. Enforcement Authority in Parks. In addition to any other enforcement
authority, when any City employee, Park Ranger, or Police Officer has probable cause to
believe that any person within a park has committed a crime as defined by the RCW or
by the Tukwila Municipal Code, or has violated any ordinance, rule or regulation
established by this park code or by the Parks and Recreation Department, the PeInGe
(a) The Police Officer, Park Ranger, or City employee may order such person
to immediately leave the park and/or recreation program. Any person refusing to comply
with such an order or returning to the park and/or recreation program on the same
calendar day as such an order is subject to prosecution for criminal trespass pursuant to
Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC Chapter 8.23 and/or TMC Section 8.40.040; and
(b) Issue the person a trespass order prohibiting them from a park and/or
recreation program for a specified period pursuant to TMC Section 8.23.030 as currently
enacted or as subsequently amended. Persons receiving such an exclusion order who
return to the park and/or recreation program within the exclusion period are subject to
prosecution for criminal trespass pursuant to Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC Chapter 8.23
and/or TMC Section 8.40.040.
12.08.370. Severability.
If any part, provision, or section of this chapter is held to be void or unconstitutional,
all other parts not expressly so held shall continue in full force and effect
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Attachment C
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2476 AS CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) CHAPTER 12.08,
THEREBY ELIMINATING TMC CHAPTER 12.08 IN ITS
ENTIRETY; REENACTING TMC CHAPTER 12.08; TO
UPDATE PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHNG AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City has developed parks and trails for the enjoyment and recreation of
all community members; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that rules and regulations be adopted governing operation,
use and conduct in public parks with the City of Tukwila; and
WHEREAS, the Park Rules and Regulations were last updated over 10 years ago, and
City staff, including representatives of the Tukwila Police Department and City Attorney's
Office, have worked collaboratively with Parks and Recreation staff to review and develop
updates to Chapter 12.08 of the Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC), to address emerging public
safety issues; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2026 and April 8, 2026, the City of Tukwila's Park
Commission discussed and recommended the proposed amendments to the City Council
for consideration; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department, after taking and reviewing public
comments upon the proposed amendments during a two -week period in March, 2026,
recommend City Council adoption of the substantive changes entailed in the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend park rules and regulations to properly
address the use of public parks and trails and to further the safety, health and welfare of its
users;
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Adoption of Findings of Fact. The City Council hereby adopts the
foregoing recitals and incorporates them herein as support for this ordinance.
Section 2. Repealer. Ordinance No. 2476, as codified in TMC Chapter 12.08, "Park
Rules and Regulations," is hereby repealed, thereby eliminating this chapter in its entirety.
CHAPTER 12.08
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
Sections:
12.08.005
Police Power
12.08.010
Definitions
12.08.020
Motorized Vehicles
12.08.030
Fireworks or Firearm Discharge
12.08.040
Fires
12.08.050
Charcoal Grills
12.08.060
Smoking
12.08.070
Amusement Attractions
12.08.080
Soliciting, Concessions, Commercial Activities
12.08.090
Trail Use
12.08.100
Facilities Use Reservations
12.08.120
Violation — Penalty
Section 3. TMC Chapter 12.08 Reenacted. TMC Chapter 12.08 of the TMC is hereby
reenacted to read as follows:
CHAPTER 12.08
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
Sections:
12.08.010
Chapter Constitutes Park Code
12.08.020
Exercise of Police Powers
12.08.030
Definitions
12.08.040
Authority and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation
Director
12.08.050
Authority of Park Ranger
12.08.060
Permits — Generally
12.08.070
Permits — Assemblies, Entertainment, Etc.
12.08.080
Soliciting
12.08.090
Busking
12.08.100
Public Disturbance Noises
12.08.110
Signs, Posters, and Notices
12.08.120
Destruction of Park Property
12.08.130
Intoxicating Liquors and Marijuana
12.08.140
Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited
12.08.150
Damage or Removal of Plants Prohibited
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12.08.160
Disposal of Trash
12.08.170
Animal Control
12.08.180
Molesting or Feeding Wildlife or Non -Domesticated
Animals
12.08.190
Damage by Animals
12.08.200
Prohibitions as to Boating, Fishing, and Swimming
12.08.210
Boats and Beaches
12.08.220
Fires
12.08.230
Use of Certain Equipment
12.08.240
Fireworks or Firearm Discharge
12.08.250
Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards
12.08.260
Setting of Fees and Charges
12.08.270
Gifts, Bequests, and Donations
12.08.280
Advertising, Sponsorship, and Naming Rights
12.08.290
Camping
12.08.300
No Structures in Parks; Exceptions
12.08.310
Opening and Closing Hours, No Use of Parks When
Closed; Exceptions
12.08.320
Emergency Conditions
12.08.330
Aiding and Abetting Violations
12.08.340
Penalty for Violations
12.08.350
Authority to Adopt a Code of Conduct
12.08.360
Park Safety- Enforcement
12.08.370
Severability
Section 4. Chapters Established. All chapters of TMC Chapter 12.08 are hereby
established to read as referenced in Exhibit A.
Section 5. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser Authorized. Upon approval
of the City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to other
local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering and
section/subsection numbering.
Section 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 7. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2026.
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ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:_
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
Exhibit A: Reenacted TMC Chapter 12.08, "Park Rules and Regulations"
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CHAPTER 12.08
PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
Sections:
12.08.010
Chapter Constitutes Park Code
12.08.020
Exercise of Police Powers
12.08.030
Definitions
12.08.040
Authority and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation
Director
12.08.050
Authority of Park Ranger
12.08.060
Permits — Generally
12.08.070
Permits — Assemblies, Entertainment, Etc.
12.08.080
Soliciting
12.08.090
Busking
12.08.100
Public Disturbance Noises
12.08.110
Signs, Posters, and Notices
12.08.120
Destruction of Park Property
12.08.130
Intoxicating Liquors and Marijuana
12.08.140
Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited
12.08.150
Damage or Removal of Plants Prohibited
12.08.160
Disposal of Trash
12.08.170
Animal Control
12.08.180
Molesting or Feeding Animals
12.08.190
Damage by Animals
12.08.200
Prohibitions as to Boating, Fishing, and Swimming
12.08.210
Boats and Beaches
12.08.220
Fires
12.08.230
Use of Certain Equipment
12.08.240
Fireworks or Firearm Discharge
12.08.250
Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards
12.08.260
Setting of Fees and Charges
12.08.270
Gifts, Bequests, and Donations
12.08.280
Advertising, Sponsorship, and Naming Rights
12.08.290
Camping
12.08.300
No Structures in Parks; Exceptions
12.08.310
Opening and Closing Hours, No Use of Parks When
Closed, Exceptions
12.08.320
Emergency Conditions
12.08.330
Aiding and Abetting Violations
12.08.340
Penalty for Violations
12.08.350
Authority to Adopt a Code of Conduct
12.08.360
Park Safety- Enforcement
12.08.370
Severability
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12.08.010. Chapter Constitutes Park Code.
This chapter shall constitute the Park Code of the City of Tukwila and may be cited
as such. Conduct in all public parks shall be subject to all applicable provisions of the
Tukwila Municipal Code, the general police regulations of the City of Tukwila, and rules
adopted by the Parks and Recreation Department and not exclusively to the provisions
of this chapter.
12.08.020. Exercise of Police Powers.
This chapter is hereby declared to be an exercise of the police power of the State of
Washington, the City of Tukwila, and the Parks and Recreation Department for the public
peace, health, safety, and welfare, and its provisions shall be liberally construed.
12.08.030. Definitions.
A. "Busk" is the act of performing in a public area for voluntary donations, including,
but not limited to, the following activities: acting, singing, playing musical instruments
whether amplified or not, pantomime, juggling, magic, dancing, and reciting. This does
not include the production of items for sale.
B. "Busker" means a person who has obtained a permit pursuant to this chapter.
C. "Civil infraction" has the meaning given that term by chapter 7.80 RCW, the
Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction and any local rule adopted thereto by
the Tukwila Municipal Court.
D. "Camp" means to pitch, use or occupy camp facilities for the purposes of
habituation, living accommodation, or dwelling as evidenced by the storage of personal
belongings in "camp facilities" or the use of "camp paraphernalia", or as further defined in
the Tukwila Municipal Code.
E. "Camp facilities" include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, temporary shelters, or
vehicles if said vehicle is being used as a temporary living quarters. "Camp facilities" does
not include shelters when used temporarily in a park for recreation or play during hours
when the park is open to the public, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal Code.
F. "Camp paraphernalia" includes, but is not limited to, tarpaulins, cots, beds,
sleeping bags, blankets, mattresses, hammocks, or non -city designated cooking facilities
or similar equipment, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal Code.
G. "Director" means the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department of the City
of Tukwila or their designee.
H. "Drones" or "Unmanned Aircraft Systems" (UAS) or "Unmanned Aerial Vehicle"
(UAV) means a powered, aerial vehicle that does not carry a human operator, uses
aerodynamic forces to provide vehicle lift, and can fly autonomously or be piloted
remotely. The vehicle may be expendable and recoverable.
I. "Micromobility device" means a personal transportation device such as bicycles,
scooters, skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, unicycles, mono wheel devices,
surreys, electric personal assistive mobility devices (EPAMD) and electric motorized foot
scooters. A micromobility device includes all human powered devices, including devices
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powered by more than one person, and devices that are powered by an electric motor
that is capable of propelling the device with or without the assistance of human propulsion.
J. "Park" means and includes all parks, squares, drives, parkways, docks, piers,
boulevards, golf courses, beaches, ponds, fountains, aquatic facilities, spray grounds,
playgrounds, recreation areas, community centers, museums, shelters, restrooms,
athletic fields and facilities, trails, paths or open spaces, or parking lots associated with
any park within the City limits and any other facilities either improved or unimproved, that
are owned by the City of Tukwila, or under the management and control of the City of
Tukwila.
K. "Park Ranger" shall mean a city employee who has been deputized by the Chief
of Police with a special commission that has limited authority to enforce specific state
laws and local ordinances to provide resource protection; enforce park rules, regulations
and other applicable city, county and state laws; assist visitors; conduct light
maintenance; monitor for damage or hazards; and provide education and outreach.
L. "Park rule" means those particular rules enumerated here, and/or subsequently
implemented, including rules, regulations and/or codes of conduct the Director of Parks
and Recreation has adopted and has designated, by rule, as those for which a violation
may lead to exclusion from a park under Sections 12.08.320, 12.08.330, 12.08.340,
12.08.350, and 12.08.360.
M. "Permit" means an authorization for the use of parks and recreation facilities that
impose conditions on the permittee in addition to those conditions imposed on the general
public.
N. "Recreation program" means any program or activity conducted, sponsored, or
assisted by Tukwila Parks and Recreation, whether or not it occurs in a park.
O. "Sound -producing source" means anything that is capable of making sound.
Sound -producing source includes, but is not limited to the conditions stipulated in TMC
8.22.010 or as subsequently amended.
P. "Store" means to put aside or accumulate for use when needed, to put for
safekeeping, to place or leave in a location, or as further defined in the Tukwila Municipal
Code.
Q. "Structure" means any structure or shelter, including but not limited to any
temporary makeshift dwelling units, lean-tos, shacks and/or trailers, comprised of tree
branches, wood, plastic, metal, nylon, tarp or any other materials.
R. "Nape" or Waping means the use of any kind of vapor product.
S. "Vapor product" means any noncombustible product containing solution or other
consumable substance, regardless of whether it contains nicotine, which employs a
mechanical heating element, battery, or electronic circuit regardless of shape or size that
can be used to produce vapor from the solution or other substance, including an electronic
cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe, or similar product or device.
T. "Vehicle" shall have the meaning set forth in RCW 46.04.670 as currently enacted
or hereafter amended and shall also include (1) trailers, including trailers designed to be
towed behind any vehicle, and (2) any personal transportation device such as bicycle,
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scooters, skateboards, unicycles, surreys or mono wheel devices that are powered by an
internal combustion engine that is capable of propelling the device with or without human
propulsion. A micromobility device is not a vehicle.
Wherever consistent with the context of this chapter, words in the present, past, or
future tenses shall be construed to be interchangeable with each other, and words in the
singular number shall be construed to include the plural.
12.08.040. Authority and Responsibility of Parks and Recreation Director.
A. The Parks and Recreation Department shall have all the powers to perform all the
duties provided by the laws of the state relating to park and recreational departments in
cities under the Optional Municipal Code. The Parks and Recreation Department shall
have the management of the park, golf, trail, open space and recreation system and the
administration of the rules and regulations provided by the Mayor and City Council for the
management of municipal parks, golf and recreation areas.
B. The Director shall have the power to promulgate and adopt reasonable rules and
regulations pertaining to the operation, management and use of the parks, and shall post
the same in conspicuous places in the parks. Such rules and regulations shall include a
procedure for granting blanket permits encompassing any particulars of this chapter. It is
unlawful for any person to violate or fail to comply with any park rule or regulation duly
adopted and posted by the Department of Parks and Recreation.
12.08.050. Authority of Park Ranger.
A Park Ranger is authorized to enforce provisions of the Tukwila Municipal Code, the
general police regulations of the City of Tukwila, laws of the state of Washington, and
rules adopted by the Parks and Recreation Department, consistent with and limited to
their special commission from the Chief of Police.
12.08.060. Permits — Generally.
Permits, when required by this Chapter, shall be applied for through the Director
unless otherwise specified. The granting, denying or revocation of permits shall be based
upon the policies and standards set forth in this chapter and the rules of the Director, as
now or hereafter amended, which are incorporated herein as though fully set forth. Where
fees are required by the Director for the issuance of permits, payment of such fees will be
required before permits are issued. All permits issued hereunder shall be subject to other
applicable Tukwila Municipal Code provisions, City ordinances, and Parks and Recreation
Department rules. The persons to whom such permits are issued ("permittees") shall be
bound by said code, ordinances, and rules as fully as though the same were contained in
such permits. A permittee shall be liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by any
person by reason of the negligence, unlawful or wrongful conduct of the permittee, as well
as for any breach of such code, ordinances, or rules, to the person or persons so suffering
a loss, damage, or injury.
Any person claiming to have a permit issued hereunder must produce and exhibit such
permit upon the request of any authorized person who may desire to inspect the same.
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12.08.070. Permits —Assemblies, Entertainment, Etc.
Any person who conducts or participates in any organized entertainment,
demonstration, or public gathering in any park shall obtain a permit from the Director. The
procedure for application and consideration of permits for this purpose is as follows:
A. Any person seeking to obtain a permit shall file a written application with the
Director no later than one month prior to the date of the proposed use. The application
shall state the purpose for which the park would be used, the date and time of the
proposed use, the name of the park and the area thereof that would be used, the
anticipated number of persons who would be present, and such other information
reasonably relating to the contemplated use as the Director may require; provided,
however, that said Director may, for good cause shown, waive the one -month
requirement for filing said application.
B. When the proposed use is an exercise of rights protected by the First and
Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution, or Article I, Section 3, 4, 5, or
11 of the Washington Constitution, the application shall be processed promptly, without
charging a fee for political or religious activities other than a fee based on the cost of
processing the application, or imposing terms or conditions that infringe constitutional
freedoms, and in a manner that respects the liberties of applicants and the public.
C. If, under the conditions set forth in subsection A of this section, the Director finds
after an investigation that the safety, comfort, and convenience of the public in the use of
the parks, or in the usage of the area adjacent to the park, would be unduly disturbed,
they may deny the application, may impose restrictions upon the permit, or may issue a
permit for a different date, time, park, or park area so as to alleviate such burden. The
Director may issue a permit for use of the park during hours when the park is closed if
they approve the application.
12.08.080. Soliciting.
It is unlawful for any person to solicit, sell, or peddle any goods, services, wares,
merchandise, liquids or edibles for human consumption in any park, except by permit
issued by the Director.
12.08.090. Busking.
A. Permit required. A busker shall obtain and display a permit at all times while
performing in a park. A busking permit may be suspended or revoked if the busker
violates any provision of this chapter or any permit regulation. A busking permit shall be
nontransferable and shall remain the property of the city. Each member of a group of
performers shall be required to obtain a busking permit.
B. The Public Works Department Director is authorized and directed to adopt and
promulgate rules as deemed necessary for the permitting of busking on sidewalks and
rights -of -way as defined in this chapter.
C. Prohibitions and restrictions.
1. It is unlawful for any person to busk in any park, sidewalk and rights -of -way
without first obtaining a permit.
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2. A busker shall not block the passage of the public through a park, sidewalk or
public rights -of -way. If a sufficient crowd gathers to see or hear a busker such that the
passage of the public through a public area is blocked a City of Tukwila employee, park
ranger or police officer may disperse that portion of the crowd that is blocking the passage
of the public. A busker shall not be asked to leave the location unless all other means of
restoring the public safety or order have been exhausted.
3. A busker shall not perform in a park, sidewalk or public rights -of -way so as to
obstruct access to private property, except with the prior consent of the owner or manager
of the property.
4. No busker shall use profane, obscene, or lewd language or imagery while
performing.
5. No busker may generate noise that is in excess of the permissible sound levels
as defined in TMC Section 8.22.050 or as otherwise exempted pursuant to TMC Section
8.22.100.
12.08.100. Public Disturbance Noises.
A. Noise in parks and penalties for violations is regulated by TMC Chapter 8.22 as
now enacted or as subsequently amended, except that permitted events must comply
with the standard set forth herein.
B. The use of public address systems or other sound -amplifying devices must be
approved by specific permit.
C. It is a violation to use a public address or sound -amplifying device in a park without
a permit.
12.08.110. Signs, Posters and Notices.
A. It is unlawful for any person, without prior written permission of the Director or
otherwise consistent with regulations established by the Director consistent with this
section, to attach any notice, bill, poster, sign, wire, rod or cord to any tree, shrub, railing,
post or structure within any park.
B. It is unlawful for any person, without prior written permission of the Director or
otherwise consistent with regulations established by the Director consistent with this
section, to use, place or erect any signboard, sign, billboard, bulletin board, post, pole, or
device of any kind for advertising in any park, whether permanent or temporary.
12.08.120. Destruction of Park Property.
It is unlawful for any person to damage or destroy any real or personal property within
a park or to physically interfere with any City of Tukwila employee in the discharge of their
duties within a park.
12.08.130. Intoxicating Liquors and Marijuana.
A. The display, possession, or consumption of intoxicating liquors in any park is
prohibited, except in particular areas or facilities which may be expressly designated from
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time to time by the Director. The penalty for any violation of this section shall be as set
forth in RCW 66.44.100, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended.
B. The opening of a package containing marijuana, useable marijuana, marijuana -
infused products, or marijuana concentrates, or consuming marijuana, useable
marijuana, marijuana -infused products, or marijuana concentrates, in any park is
prohibited. "Marijuana" means marijuana as defined by RCW 69.50.101 as now or
hereafter amended. The penalty for any violation of this section shall be as set forth in
RCW 69.50.445, as now enacted or as subsequently amended.
C. Whenever any person is stopped for a violation of this section, the officer may
detain that person for a reasonable period of time necessary to identify the person and
check for outstanding warrants.
12.08.140. Smoking and Vaping in Parks Prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person to smoke or vape any product derived from or containing
nicotine within a park, unless the product has been approved by the United States Food
and Drug Administration as a tobacco cessation product, such as transdermal nicotine
patches, nicotine gum and nicotine lozenges, or for the other medically approved
purposes and is being used for that approved purpose. For the purposes of this section,
"smoke" or "smoking" means the carrying, holding, or smoking of any kind of pipe, cigar,
cigarette, or any other object that is lighted and used for smoking.
12.08.150. Damage or Removal of Plants Prohibited.
Unauthorized cutting, removal, or destruction of any turf, tree, plant, shrub, flower, or
seaweed on park property is prohibited. While inside any park, having in one's possession
any newly -plucked branch, tree, flower, plant, fungus (mushrooms, shelf fungus, etc.),
algae (seaweed, etc.), or shrub without specific permission shall be presumptive evidence
of such unauthorized cutting, removal, or destruction.
12.08.160. Disposal of Trash.
No person shall throw or leave litter, garbage, trash, or yard waste in or at a park
except in a receptacle provided for that purpose. No person shall deposit on any park
property any household or commercial garbage, refuse, or rubbish which is brought as
such from any private property. The penalty for violation of this section shall be as set
forth in TMC Section 8.80.020.
12.08.170. Animal Control.
A. Unless in a designated off -leash area, animals must be on a leash no longer than
eight feet or secured inside a vehicle and are not allowed to enter ponds, fountains,
spraygrounds, or any play area designed to utilize water in any park. Animals of any other
type are not permitted in any park unless first approved by the Director, except for service
animals, as defined in RCW 9.91.170.
B. Any person with an animal in their possession shall be responsible for the conduct
of the animal.
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C. The Director may prohibit animals, except for service animals as defined in RCW
9.91.170, from events and/or facilities within a park.
D. All provisions of Title 7 of this code remain in full force and effect in all parks and
may be enforced by any police officer, park ranger or animal control officer.
12.08.180. Molesting or Feeding Wildlife or Non -Domesticated Animals.
No person shall molest or harass any wildlife or non -domesticated animal in a park.
It shall be unlawful for any person to give, offer, or attempt to give to any wildlife or non -
domesticated animal within a park any tobacco, drink, or other substance known to be
dangerous or noxious to wildlife or non -domesticated animals. It is also unlawful to feed
any wildlife or non -domesticated animal in a park, except as authorized by the Director.
12.08.190. Damage by Animals.
Owners of dogs or other animals damaging or destroying park property will be held
liable for the full value of the property damaged or destroyed, in addition to impounding
fees and the penalty imposed for violation of these provisions.
12.08.200. Prohibitions as to Boating, Fishing, and Swimming.
It is unlawful for any person to boat, fish, wade, swim, scuba dive, snorkel, or bathe
in any park except in the places and at times designated by the Director.
12.08.210. Boats and Beaches.
No dock or any other structure shall be built upon any beach unless expressly
authorized. Launching or landing of waterborne craft from any shoreline within the limits
of any park is prohibited, except in an emergency involving rescue or lifesaving, in
specifically designated areas or with a specific permit issued by the Director. The
launching or landing of waterborne craft, as provided in this section, shall be unlawful if
any required fee, as determined by the Director, has not been paid.
12.08.220. Fires.
Fires are prohibited except in picnic stoves installed under the authority of the Director
or in portable barbeques. Fires in any other facility or area are allowed only by special
permit. Fires in picnic stoves or portable barbeques may only utilize propane or charcoal
briquettes as fuel; all other fuel sources, including wood, are specifically prohibited.
Portable barbeques may be utilized only for cooking food. Briquettes must be completely
extinguished and properly disposed of or removed from the park. The Director may further
restrict the use of barbeques within any park, provided that signs are installed to notify
patrons of the restrictions
12.08.230. Use of Certain Equipment.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect any inflatable structure or attraction including,
but not limited to, bounce houses, dunk tanks, horse/pony/mule rides, etc.; use a
slingshot, bow and arrow, beanshooter, paintball gun or similar implement or equipment;
operate any hot air balloon, sky lantern or other device that uses a flame for lift or
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propulsion or other similar implement; or use golf or archery equipment in or upon any
park; except that golf and archery equipment may be used in areas specifically
designated for that use, or as otherwise authorized by the Director.
B. It is unlawful to practice or play golf, baseball, tennis, soccer, or other games of
like character, or to hurl or propel any projectile or missile into or over any park, except in
areas specifically designated for that use. It is unlawful to operate motorized model
aircraft, drones, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV),
motorized models such as cars, cycles, trucks, or watercraft in any park, except as
specifically designated for that use or as otherwise authorized by the Director.
12.08.240. Fireworks or Firearm Discharge.
It is unlawful to carry, shoot, fire, or explode any fireworks or explosives of any kind
in any park and it is unlawful to shoot, fire or explode any firearm, air gun, B.B. or pellet
gun in any park.
12.08.250. Vehicle and Micromobility Device Standards.
A. It is unlawful to enter or leave a park by vehicle and micromobility devices by other
than established entrances and exits.
B. Vehicles are prohibited in any park, except on roads intended for the movement
of public vehicular traffic, or on roads specifically designated and signed for such use.
C. Micromobility devices are permitted on roads, sidewalks, paths or trails in any
park unless otherwise prohibited and signed for the particular micromobility device(s)
being prohibited.
D. The parking of vehicles in any park is prohibited except in established parking
areas. It is unlawful to park along roadways if the normal flow of traffic is impeded or if
parking causes conditions that are hazardous to public safety. Any vehicle that is
impeding traffic or is illegally parked may be impounded.
E. No person shall service, wash, wax, or change the oil of any vehicle within a park.
F. It is unlawful to engage in, conduct, or hold any trials or competitions for speed,
endurance, or hill climbing involving any vehicle, boat, aircraft, micromobility device, or
animal in any park without specific permit.
G. All vehicles and micromobility devices shall obey the posted speed limits and all
other regulatory signs
12.08.260. Setting of Fees and Charges
The Director is authorized to charge fees for entering parks, parking, programs,
activities, services, and permits as well as for the use of City Park and Recreation facilities
as established by city Ordinances, Resolutions, park rules, and policies as now exist or
are hereafter amended. The Director is also authorized to waive or reduce such fees,
establish experimental rates and engage in special promotional and marketing activities.
All fees and charges shall remain in effect unless they are repealed, superseded or
amended by Council or department action. Fees, rates and charges and amendments
thereto shall be publicly posted on the City's website, publicly posted at Tukwila
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Community Center, Foster Golf Course and filed with the City Clerk. Whenever a fee is
paid for the use of Department facilities or property or for participation in a Department
sponsored class, program, or service and no use or rights have been exercised pursuant
thereto and application is made for refund, the Director may authorize such fee refunded.
12.08.270. Gifts, Bequests and Donations.
Pursuant to TMC Chapter 3.36, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended,
and upon delegation by the Mayor, the Director may solicit and accept from the general
and business communities, non-profit organizations and all other persons, gifts, bequests
and donations to the City of, or in support of, Parks and Recreation facilities, services and
programs. The Director shall assure that expenditures from the gift, bequest or donation
are consistent with the terms, if any, requested by the grantor. Unless otherwise
promulgated by ordinance, policy or rule, the Mayor or their designee shall promulgate
appropriate administrative rules, policies and/or standard operating procedures regarding
the acceptance of gifts, bequests donations.
12.08.280. Advertising, Sponsorship and Naming Rights.
Pursuant to TMC Chapter 3.36, as currently enacted or as subsequently amended,
and upon delegation by the Mayor, the Director may negotiate and enter into advertising,
sponsorship and naming rights agreements for the purpose of providing financial support
for Parks and Recreation facilities, services and programs. Unless otherwise
promulgated by ordinance, policy or rule, the Mayor or their designee shall promulgate
appropriate administrative rules, policies and/or standard operating procedures regarding
advertising, sponsorship and naming rights.
12.08.290. Camping.
A person commits the offense of unlawful camping in a park if they camp in any park
pursuant to TMC Chapter 8.41 except as otherwise provided by ordinance, park rule, or
as permitted and so designated by signs.
12.08.300. No Structures in Parks; Exceptions.
A. It is unlawful to erect, maintain, use or occupy any structure within a park, except
as permitted under TMC Chapter 8.41.
B. This section shall not apply to:
1. Any structure erected installed or placed within a park by the owner or operator
of the park or as expressly authorized by the Director.
2. A temporary structure that has only a roof and no walls.
12.08.310. Opening and Closing Hours, No Use of Parks When Closed; Exceptions.
A. Parks are considered open one-half hour before sunrise and closed one-half hour
after sunset, unless otherwise expressly determined by the Director or otherwise posted
at the park. Any person entering or remaining in a park when it is closed is subject to
arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass. Any vehicle remaining in a park when the
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park is closed may be impounded and any personal property or structure remaining in a
park when the park is closed may be removed.
B. The Director may extend open hours for sanctioned events or uses, but only that
portion of a park specified by the Director will be open beyond normal hours; other areas
of such a park shall remain closed.
C. This section shall not apply to:
1. Starfire Sports facility or any other concessioned or leased facility constructed
and operated in a park, or as otherwise specified by the Director.
2. Police Officers, Park Rangers or other Park employees while on -duty.
3. Sidewalks that are within the right-of-way of a public street, when the street is
not within the boundaries of a park.
12.08.320. Emergency Conditions.
A. In case of an emergency, or in case where life and property are endangered, all
persons, if requested to do so by the Director or other City of Tukwila employee, Park
Ranger or a Police Officer, shall depart from the portion of the grounds specified by such
employee, Ranger or Officer, and shall remain off the same until permission is given to
return.
B. Any person who remains on park property after being required to leave by a City
of Tukwila employee, Park Ranger or by a Police Officer, or who returns to the park
without permission, is guilty of criminal trespass pursuant to Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC
Chapter 8.23 and/or TMC Section 8.40.040. Any juvenile violating this section may be
arrested and prosecuted under chapter 9.52 RCW, as currently enacted or hereafter
amended.
12.08.330. Aiding and Abetting Violations.
Anyone concerned in the violation of this chapter, whether directly committing the act
or omitting to do the thing constituting the offense, or who aids or abets the same, and
whether present or absent, and anyone who directly or indirectly counsels, encourages,
hires, commands, induces, or otherwise procures another to commit such offense, is and
shall be a principal under the terms of this chapter and shall be proceeded against and
prosecuted as such.
12.08.340. Penalty for Violations.
Unless specifically designated to be enforced pursuant to other law, including, but
not limited to, state law or another section, chapter, or title of the Tukwila Municipal Code,
any violation of this chapter shall constitute a civil infraction, not including statutory
assessments. Each civil infraction shall carry with it a monetary penalty of $100.00 for the
first violation, $175.00 for a second violation of the same nature or a continuing violation,
and $250.00 for a third or subsequent violation of the same nature or a continuing
violation. Such penalty is in addition to any other remedies or penalties provided by law
including, but not limited to, another section, chapter, or title of the Tukwila Municipal
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Code or the Revised Code of Washington. For each act herein prohibited of a continuing
nature, each day shall be considered a separate offense.
12.08.350. Authority to Adopt a Code of Conduct.
The use and enjoyment of parks are enhanced when patrons abide by a code of
conduct that promotes health and safety, that requires respect for the rights and needs of
others, and that requires respect for the park property. The Director may adopt a code of
conduct that regulates any activity or behavior in parks to protect the public's health and
safety, to promote respect for the rights and needs of others, and to preserve park
property. Said code of conduct will be posted at Park and Recreation facilities, parks and
trailheads, and other program/service locations. The Director may also include within the
code of conduct criteria to determine the length of any exclusion notice issued pursuant
to TMC Chapter 8.23 and TMC Section 8.40.040.
12.08.360. Park Safety — Enforcement
A. General. Park rules, as promulgated in this chapter, are established to provide a
system by which the greatest number of people may obtain the maximum satisfaction
from the use of city parks. For the rules to serve this purpose, they must be understood
and followed by the park users. Accordingly, park safety involves both public awareness
and rule enforcement programs.
B. Application of Park Safety Program. The degree and extent to which the
application of park safety shall be adapted to city parks shall be based on purpose and
location of each park and recreation facility, its environment and surrounding community,
the number and type of persons using it, the number and type of rule violations that have
occurred in the past, and the perception that the people of the city have of the park or
facility as a safe place to use. The Department shall keep records of safety problems and
rules violations in each facility and continuously evaluate its safety program for each
facility based on those records.
C. Responsibilities. Park safety is the responsibility of both the Tukwila Police
Department and the Parks and Recreation Department. Specific responsibilities include
the following:
1. Parks and Recreation Department:
(a) Enforcing Park rules and rules of conduct set forth in the ordinance for
which department personnel have appropriate authority.
(b) Developing and implementing public awareness programs regarding the
purpose of parks, trails and recreation facilities, programs, activities and services and the
rules governing their use.
(c) Encouraging voluntary compliance with rules based on awareness.
(d) Training department personnel in the appropriate use of administrative
sanctions as a means of park rule enforcement.
(e) Notification of Tukwila Police Department officers who have primary
jurisdiction whenever department personnel observe violations of park rules requiring
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further law enforcement authority or other violations of local, state, or federal laws;
whenever there is an emergency requiring law enforcement assistance; or whenever they
need assistance in executing their responsibilities pursuant to this chapter.
2. Tukwila Police Department:
(a) Issuing a special commission and associated training of personnel
authorized to issue citations for infractions and misdemeanor offenses.
(b) Providing supplementary patrols in parks, facilities and during events,
activities and programs as jointly determined by the Director and Chief of Police.
(c) Responding, as appropriate, to requests from department personnel for
assistance in situations beyond their capacity or authority to act.
D. Enforcement methods.
1. Enforcement Authority in Parks. In addition to any other enforcement
authority, when any City employee, Park Ranger, or Police Officer has probable cause to
believe that any person within a park has committed a crime as defined by the RCW or
by the Tukwila Municipal Code, or has violated any ordinance, rule or regulation
established by this park code or by the Parks and Recreation Department:
(a) The Police Officer, Park Ranger, or City employee may order such person
to immediately leave the park and/or recreation program. Any person refusing to comply
with such an order or returning to the park and/or recreation program on the same
calendar day as such an order is subject to prosecution for criminal trespass pursuant to
Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC Chapter 8.23 and/or TMC Section 8.40.040; and
(b) Issue the person a trespass order prohibiting them from a park and/or
recreation program for a specified period pursuant to TMC Section 8.23.030 as currently
enacted or as subsequently amended. Persons receiving such an exclusion order who
return to the park and/or recreation program within the exclusion period are subject to
prosecution for criminal trespass pursuant to Chapter 9A.52 RCW, TMC Chapter 8.23
and/or TMC Section 8.40.040.
12.08.370. Severability.
If any part, provision, or section of this chapter is held to be void or unconstitutional,
all other parts not expressly so held shall continue in full force and effect
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Attachment D
City of Tukwila
Washington
Ordinance No.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS.
2567 AND 2623 AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE
(TMC) CHAPTER 12.12; "FOSTER GOLF LINKS FEES"
THEREBY ELIMINATING THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHNG AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2567, as codified in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 12.12
and subsequently amended by Ordinance No. 2623, establishes Foster Golf Links fee
setting authority by the Director of Parks and Recreation and establishes various fee
categories; and
WHEREAS, Foster Golf Links' green fees help fund the operation, maintenance, and
capital improvements at the City -owned golf course; and
WHEREAS, to support comparability with current market rates and fee categories and
align with relevant business plans and cost recovery policies, the City must be able to apply
dynamic pricing to Foster Golf Links' green fees; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2026, and April 8, 2026, the City of Tukwila's Park
Commission discussed and recommended the proposed amendments to the City Council
for consideration; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department, after taking and reviewing public
comments upon the proposed amendments during a two -week period in March, 2026,
recommend City Council adoption of the non -substantive changes entailed in the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to integrate and align fee setting authority for all Parks and
Recreation facilities, programs and services in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 12.08, "Park
Rules and Regulations";
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
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Section 1. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2567 and 2623, as codified at TMC Chapter
12.12, "Foster Golf Links Fees," is hereby repealed, thereby eliminating this chapter in its
entirety.
CHAPTER 12.12.
FOSTER GOLF LINK FEES
Sections:
12.12.010 Fee Schedule
12.12.020
Residential Fee Eligibility
12.12.030
"Extra Hole" Charge
12.12.040
"Twilight" Fee
12.12.050
"Weekend" Fee
12.12.060
"Winter" Fee
12.12.070
Application of "Senior" Fee
12.12.080
Application of "Junior" Fee
12.12.090
"Promotional" Fee
12.12.100
Inclusion of Taxes in Green Fees
Section 2. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser Authorized. Upon
approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make
necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors;
references to other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance
numbering and section/subsection numbering.
Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 12026.
[signatures to follow]
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ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk Thomas McLeod, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
Office of the City Attorney
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Attachment E
' City of TAM
City Council Community Services & Safety Committee
Meeting Minutes
April 27, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. - Hybrid Meeting; Hazelnut Conference Room & MS Teams
Councilmembers Present: Hannah Hedrick, Chair; Joe Torres Camacho, Armen Papyan
Staff Present: Marty Wine, Pete Mayer, Eric Drever, Eric Lund, David Rosen, Kris Kelly
Chair Hedrick called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1. BUSINESS AGENDA
a. Interlocal Agreement: FIFA World Cup Law Enforcement Support
Staff is seeking approval of a Mutual Aid Interlocal Agreement to provide additional law
enforcement support to Renton during FIFA World Cup events.
Committee Recommendation:
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 4, 2026 Regular Consent Agenda
b. Resolution: Grant Applications
Staff is seeking approval of a resolution that authorizes submittal of grant applications to the
Washington State Recreation & Conservation Office for the turf field conversion at Tukwila
Community Center and Joseph Foster Memorial Park, and for acquisition of Crestview Park.
Committee Recommendation:
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 4, 2026 Regular Consent Agenda
c. Ordinances: Park Rules and Regulations and Repeal Foster Golf Link Fees
Staff is seeking approval of an ordinance that would enact a comprehensive rewrite of Park
Rules and Regulations and an ordinance that would repeal TMC Chapter 12.12, Foster Golf
Links Fees, as that will now be covered in the new Rules upon adoption.
Committee Recommendation:
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 11, 2026 Committee of the Whole
2. MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmembers and staff discussed DHS, Flock, and the PD Incidents email distribution list.
Discussion only.
The meeting adjourned at 6:13 p.m.
V Committee Chair Approval
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City of Tukwila ITEM NO.
Thomas McLeod, Mayor �/� 5 . D .
Marty Wine, City Administrator
AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item Resolution in Support to Designate Opportunity Zones
Sponsor Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator
Legislative History May 11, 2026 Planning & Community Development Committee
May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting Consent
Recommended Motion ❑ Discussion Only x❑ Action Requested
MOVE TO approve resolution expressing support to designate
opportunity zones.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This item seeks Council approval of a resolution requesting Governor Ferguson nominate eligible
census tracts in Tukwila to be designated as opportunity zones.
DISCUSSION
Opportunity zones are federally designated census tracts approved for a special federal tax incentive to
encourage investment in low-income communities. In 2025 the federal government revised the program
to designate new census tracts effective January 1, 2027. Eligible census tracts must be nominated by
each State's governor by September 28, 2026. The Washington State Department of Commerce is
coordinating an application process to support the Governor and is accepting applications that
nominate census tracts. Applications are due May 28, 2026 and the City has started working on our
applications. Commerce's application process includes a point system and allocates up to 5 points (out
of a possible total of 185) if the application includes a local government resolution or letter of support.
The opportunity zone designation process will be very competitive because governors may only
nominate 25% of the census tracts that are eligible in their state. Tukwila has e+g#tseven eligible
census tracts of which t#reefour are fully within the City and f+vethree include portions of our
neighboring cities.
Staff requests Council approval of the attached resolution to use in the application process.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Resolution - resolution and map updated after 05111 PCD Meeting
Final Resolution
• Minutes from 05/11/26 Planning & Community Development Committee Meeting
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, SUPPORTING THE
NOMINATION OF CERTAIN ELIGIBLE CENSUS TRACTS
FOR DESIGNATION UNDER THE NEW OPPORTUNITY
ZONES PROGRAM (OZ 2.0) IN THE CITY OF TUKWILA.
WHEREAS, the Federal Opportunity Zone Program is a Federal Tax Incentive
created as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Acts in 2017 to encourage private investment in
low-income census tracts ("Opportunity Zones"); and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the Federal Government revised the Opportunity Zone Program
and the new program ("OZ 2.0") will take effect on January 1, 2027; and
WHEREAS, as a requirement of the new program, State Governors must nominate
census tracts to become Opportunity Zones; and
WHEREAS, Washington State requires submissions for consideration by the
governor to be submitted by May 28, 2026; and
WHEREAS, certain census tracts within the City of Tukwila continue to experience
economic challenges;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City of Tukwila has experienced new development under the current
Opportunity Zone Program and desires to attract future development under the revised
Opportunity Zone Program.
Section 2. The City Council of the City of Tukwila hereby endorses the nomination
of the census tracts 530330-262-00, 530330-263-00, 530330-264-00, 530330-271-00,
530330-272-00, 530330 273 00 530330-281-00, and 530330-282-00 to be designated
as Opportunity Zones under the revised program as reflected on the map attached as
Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
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PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Attachment: Exhibit A — Map of Census Tracts
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, 2026.
Armen Papyan, Council President
Filed with the City Clerk:_
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number:
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City of Tukwila
Washington
Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, SUPPORTING THE
NOMINATION OF CERTAIN ELIGIBLE CENSUS TRACTS
FOR DESIGNATION UNDER THE NEW OPPORTUNITY
ZONES PROGRAM (OZ 2.0) IN THE CITY OF TUKWILA.
WHEREAS, the Federal Opportunity Zone Program is a Federal Tax Incentive
created as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Acts in 2017 to encourage private investment in
low-income census tracts ("Opportunity Zones"); and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the Federal Government revised the Opportunity Zone Program
and the new program ("OZ 2.0") will take effect on January 1, 2027; and
WHEREAS, as a requirement of the new program, State Governors must nominate
census tracts to become Opportunity Zones; and
WHEREAS, Washington State requires submissions for consideration by the
governor to be submitted by May 28, 2026; and
WHEREAS, certain census tracts within the City of Tukwila continue to experience
economic challenges;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City of Tukwila has experienced new development under the current
Opportunity Zone Program and desires to attract future development under the revised
Opportunity Zone Program.
Section 2. The City Council of the City of Tukwila hereby endorses the nomination
of the census tracts 530330-262-00, 530330-263-00, 530330-264-00, 530330-271-00,
530330-272-00, 530330-273-00, 530330-281-00, and 530330-282-00 to be designated
as Opportunity Zones under the revised program as reflected on the map attached as
Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.
2026 Legislation: Supporting Opportunity Page 1 of 2
Zones Version: 05/05/2026
Staff: D. Speck
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Attachment: Exhibit A — Map of Census Tracts
2026 Legislation: Supporting Opportunity
Zones Version: 05/05/2026
Staff: D. Speck
, 2026.
Armen Papyan, Council President
Filed with the City Clerk:_
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number:
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City of Tu k)
City Council Planning & Community Development Committee
Meeting Minutes
May 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - Hybrid Meeting; City Council Conference Room & MS Teams
Councilmembers Present. Kate Kruller, Chair; Jo Camacho, Jane Ho
Staff Present. Laurel Humphrey, Derek Speck, Pete Mayer, Heidi Watters
Guest: Vicky Raya, King County
Chair Kruller called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Effective Engagement on Climate Strategies
Ms. Raya, Climate Equity Manager, presented suggestions and best practices for Tukwila to
consider.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
B. Resolution: Public Benefit Rating System Open Space Classification
A resident is seeking Council approval to have his property at 4447 S. 148th St classified under
the County's PBRS.
Items for follow-up:
Return with answers to the following:
1. Can the Council say no?
2. Does this classification permanent -does it stay with the property regardless of owner?
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting.
C. Resolution: Supporting Designation of Certain Census Tracts as Opportunity Zones
Staff is seeking approval of a resolution requesting Governor Ferguson nominate 7 eligible
census tracts for designation as opportunity zones.
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Camacho recommended a contact, Peter Donaldson at Sustainability
Ambassadors.
The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Committee Chair Approval
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City of Tukwila ITEM NO.
Thomas McLeod, Mayor ��� ' 6.A. & 7.A.
Marty Wine, City Administrator
AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item Public Benefit Rating System Resolution
Sponsor Nora Gierloff, DCD Director
Legislative History May 11, 2026 Planning & Community Development Committee
May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting
Recommended Motion ❑ Discussion Only x❑ Action Requested
MOVE TO approve the Public Benefit Rating System open space
classification of the property at 4447 S 148th Street subject to the
conditions enumerated in the staff report, attached as Exhibit A to the
resolution, and authorize filing of the approval with the King County
Council.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Tukwila property owner is seeking Council approval to preserve his property under the King County
Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS). Staff is requesting this item be forwarded to the May 18, 2026
Regular Meeting for a Public Hearing.
DISCUSSION
Peter Schilling is the owner of a property located at 4447 S 148th Street and has applied to have that
property classified under King County's PBRS. If approved by both the City and the County the property
would be assessed to reflect current use of the property, rather than "highest and best use" thereby
reducing the appraised land value for the portion of the property enrolled. This tax reduction is an
incentive for property owners to retain, rather than develop, tracts of environmentally valuable open
space. The PBRS is recorded on the title and runs with the land, binding subsequent property owners.
Failure to comply with the PBRS requirements can result in removal from the program and penalty, tax,
and interest payments.
Heidi Watters, Tukwila's Urban Environmentalist, has inspected the property with her County
counterpart and they have concluded that preservation of 1.21 acres of forested land from development
will provide habitat, watershed, and open space benefits to the City. If approved Mr. Schilling would be
required to implement a plan to remove and control invasive plant species as well as maintain and
replace the current tree canopy. Compliance would be monitored by periodic site visits by the County
and through documentation required by the forest stewardship plan.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Much like the Multifamily Tax Exemption (MFTE) Program the PBRS program would not reduce the
City's overall tax revenues.
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ATTACHMENTS
• Resolution with Exhibit A — KC DNRP Staff Report
• Minutes from 05/11/26 Planning & Community Development Committee Meeting
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DRAFT
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, APPROVING THE PUBLIC
BENEFIT RATING SYSTEM OPEN SPACE
CLASSIFICATION OF THE SCHILLING PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 4447 S 148TH STREET.
WHEREAS, Peter Schilling is the owner of a property located in the City of Tukwila
and has applied to have that property classified under King County's Public Benefit Rating
System (PBRS); and
WHEREAS, Mr. Schilling's property is located at 4447 S 148th Street, parcel
numbers 004200-0048 and 004200-0052; and
WHEREAS, the public benefit rating system is administered in accordance with
Revised Code of Washington Chapter 84.34.037, WAC 458-30, and King County Code
Chapter 20.36 providing for assessment practices to reflect current use of property, rather
than "highest and best use", as an incentive for property owners to retain tracts of open
space; and
WHEREAS, RCW 84.34.037(1) states an application for PBRS shall be acted upon
after separate public hearings and affirmative acts by both the county and city legislative
bodies affirming the entirety of an application without modification, or both bodies affirm
an application with identical modifications; and
WHEREAS, on May 18, 2026 the Tukwila City Council held a properly noticed public
hearing to consider the application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council considered the King County and City staff
recommendations and public testimony; and
WHEREAS, the Council finds that preservation of 1.21 acres of forested land from
development will provide habitat, watershed, and open space benefits to the City; and
WHEREAS, the King County Council Hearing Examiner will hold a related public
hearing on May 28, 2026, to consider the application, with the goal for the County Council
to act on the application in June 2026;
2026 Legislation: Schilling PBRS Application
Version: 04/30/2026
Staff. N. Gierloff Page 1 of 2
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves the Public Benefit Rating System open
space classification of the Peter Schilling property at 4447 S 148th Street, parcel numbers
004200-0048 and 004200-0052, subject to the conditions enumerated in the King County
Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Water and Land Resources Division staff
report, attached as Exhibit A, and authorizes filing of the approval with the King County
Council for the county -held public hearing.
Section 2. This resolution has been approved by affirmative act of the City Council
in accordance with RCW 84.34.037(1).
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2026.
ATTEST/AUTH ENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Armen Papyan, Council President
Filed with the City Clerk:_
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number:
Exhibit A: King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Water and
Land Resources Division Staff Report
2026 Legislation: Schilling PBRS Application
Version: 04/30/2026
Staff. N. Gierloff
Page 2 of 2
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KING COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND PARKS
WATER AND LAND RESOURCES DIVISION
Report to the City of Tukwila for
Property Enrollment in the Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS)
May 18, 2026
APPLICANT: Peter Schilling File No. E25CT026T
A. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Owner: Peter Schilling
4447 S 148th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168
2. Property location: 4447 S 148th Street
Tukwila, WA 98168
3. Zoning: CR
4. STR: NE-22-23-04
5. PBRS categories requested by applicant and suggested by staff.
Open space resources
*Buffer to public or current use classified land
*Significant wildlife or fish habitat
Surface water quality buffer
*Urban open space
*Watershed protection area
Bonus category
*Resource restoration
NOTE: *Staff recommends credit be awarded for these PBRS categories.
Enrollment in PBRS for property within an incorporated area requires approval
by impacted granting authorities following public hearing(s). For this
application, the granting authorities are the King County Council and the City of
Tukwila. King County will hear this application on May 28, 2026.
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6. Parcel:
Total acreage:
Requested PBRS
Home site/excluded area:
Recommended PBRS:
004200-0048
1.14
0.89
0.22
0.92
004200-0052
0.29
0.29
0.00
0.29
NOTE: The portion recommended for enrollment in PBRS is the entire property less the
excluded areas as measured. The attached 2023 aerial photo outlines the parcels
in yellow and the areas proposed to be excluded from PBRS in blue. The
portion recommended for enrollment in PBRS (1.21 acres) is the entire property
(1.43 acres) less the excluded areas as measured (0.22 acres). In the event the
Assessor's official parcel size is revised, PBRS acreage should be
administratively adjusted to reflect that change.
B. FACTS:
1. Zoning in the vicinity: Properties in the vicinity are zoned CR.
2. Development of the subject property and resource characteristics of open space area: Parcel
-0048 contains a single-family residence, lawn, shed, and landscaping. Parcel -0052 is
undeveloped. The open space is a mix of coniferous and deciduous forest with mostly
native understory. There are areas of the parcels that are impacted by noxious weeds
(English holly, English laurel, English ivy, Himalayan blackberry, etc.) but their required
control will be addressed in the approved restoration plan.
3. Site use: The property is used as a single-family residence
4. Access: The property is accessed from S 148th Street and 46th Avenue S.
5. Appraised value for 2025 (based on Assessor's information dated 4/14/2026):
Parcel #004200-0048
Land
Improvements
Total
Appraised value
$371,000
$99,000
$470,000
Tax applied
$4,076
$1,087
$5,163
Parcel #004200-0052
Land
Improvements
Total
Appraised value
$90,000
$0
$90,000
Tax applied
$989
$0
$989
NOTE: Participation in PBRS reduces the appraised land value for the portion of the
property enrolled resulting in a lower taxable value.
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C. REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED BY KING COUNTY CODE (KCC):
KCC 20.36.010 Purpose and intent.
It is in the best interest of the county to maintain, preserve, conserve and otherwise
continue in existence adequate open space lands for the production of food, fiber and forest
crops, and to assure the use and enjoyment of natural resources and scenic beauty for the
economic and social well-being of the county and its residents.
It is the intent of this chapter to implement chapter 84.34 RCW, as amended, by
establishing procedures, rules and fees for considering applications for public benefit rating
system assessed valuation on open space land and for current use assessment on farm and
agricultural land as those lands are defined in RCW 84.34.020. Chapter 84.34 RCW, and the
regulations adopted thereunder, govern matters not expressly covered in this chapter.
KCC 20.36.100 Public benefit rating system for open space land — definitions and
eligibility.
A. The definitions in this section apply throughout this section, as well as in K.C.C.
20.36.040 and K.C.C. 20.36.190, unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
B. To be eligible for open space classification under the public benefit rating system, a
property shall contain one or more qualifying open space resources and have at least five
points as determined under this section. The department shall review each application and
recommend award of credit for current use of the property. In making the
recommendation, the department shall utilize the point system described in subsections
C. and D. of this section.
C. The following open space resources are each eligible for the points indicated:
1. Active trail linkage — fifteen or twenty-five points
2. Aquifer protection area — five points
3. Buffer to public or current use classified land — three points
4. Ecological enhancement land — eighteen points
5. Equestrian -pedestrian -bicycle trail linkage — thirty-five points
6. Farm and agricultural conservation land — five points
7. Forest stewardship land — five points
8. Historic landmark or archaeological site: buffer to a designated site — three points
9. Historic landmark or archaeological site: designated site — five points
10. Historic landmark or archaeological site: eligible site — three points
11. Public recreation area — five points
12. Rural open space — five points
13. Scenic resource, viewpoint, or view corridor — five points
14. Significant plant or ecological site —five points
15. Significant wildlife or fish habitat — five points
16. Special animal site — three points
17. Surface water quality buffer — five points, eight or ten total points
18. Urban open space — five points
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19. Watershed protection area — five points
D. Property qualifying for an open space category in subsection B. of this section may
receive credit for additional points as follows:
1. Conservation easement or historic preservation easement — eighteen points
2. Contiguous parcels under separate ownership — minimal two points
3. Easement and access — thirty-five points
4. Public access - points dependent on level of access
a. Unlimited public access - five points
b. Limited public access because of resource sensitivity - five points
c. Seasonal limited public access - three points
d. Environmental education access — three points
e. None or members only — zero points
Resource restoration — five points
D. 2024 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND TEXT:
E-102 In addition to its regulatory authority, King County should use incentives to protect
and restore the natural environment. Incentives should be monitored and periodically
reviewed to determine their effectiveness at protecting and restoring natural
resources.
NOTE: Monitoring of participating lands is the responsibility of both department PBRS
staff and the landowner. This issue is addressed in the Resource Information
document (page 4) and detailed below in Recommendation #B 12 and 13.
E-105 The protection of lands where development would pose hazards to health and safety,
property, important ecological functions, or environmental quality shall be achieved
through acquisition, enhancement, incentive programs, and appropriate regulations.
The foll owing critical areas and their buffers are particularly susceptible and shall be
protected in King County:
a. Critical aquifer recharge areas;
b. Fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas;
c. Frequently flooded areas, regulated as flood hazard areas;
d. Geologically hazardous areas; and e. Wetlands.
E-323 King County should promote voluntary wildlife habitat enhancement projects by
private individuals and businesses through educational, active stewardship, and
incentive programs.
E-325 Through a coordinated approach of incentives and acquisitions, King County should
prioritize, enhance, and protect a variety of ecosystems, including urban open space
uplands, riparian areas, floodplains, and aquatic systems with the highest
conservation value and those supporting equitable access to quality open space.
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E-329 King County shall protect Species of Local Importance through measures such as
regulations, incentives, capital projects, or purchase, as appropriate.
E-339 King County should seek to support Water Resource Inventory Area salmon recovery
plan goals of maintaining intact natural landscapes through: a. Promoting Current Use
Taxation and other incentives; b. Promoting stewardship programs including
development and implementation of Forest Plans and Farm Plans; and c. Acquiring
property or conservation easements in areas of high ecological importance with
unique or otherwise significant habitat values.
NOTE: The implementation of an approved forest stewardship, farm management or
ecological enhancement plan benefits natural resources, such as wildlife habitat,
stream buffers and groundwater protection, and can address invasive plant and
noxious weed control and removal within enrolled portions of a property.
E-350 King County should provide incentives for landowners who are seeking to remove
invasive plants and noxious weeds, such as providing technical assistance or access to
native or climate -smart plants.
NOTE: Lands participating in PBRS provide valuable resource protection and promote the
preservation or enhancement of native vegetation. Addressing nonnative vegetation
(invasive plant species), through control and eradication is a PBRS requirement.
E-406 King County should identify upland areas of native vegetation that connect wetlands
to upland habitats and that connect upland habitats to each other. The County should
seek protection of these areas through acquisition, stewardship plans, and incentive
programs such as the Public Benefit Rating System and the Transfer of Development
Rights Program.
E-503 King County shall promote retention of forest cover and significant trees using a mix
of regulations, incentives, and technical assistance.
R-206 King County shall prioritize conservation of forest land and forestry throughout the
Rural Area. Landowner property tax incentives, technical assistance, permit
assistance, regulatory actions, and community -based education shall be used
throughout the Rural Area to sustain the forest land base and forestry activities. King
County should ensure that its regulations, permitting processes, and incentive
programs facilitate and encourage active forest management and implementation of
forest stewardship plans.
R-775 King County shall provide incentives, educational programs, and other methods to
encourage agricultural practices and technological improvements that maintain water
quality, protect public health, protect fish and wildlife habitat, protect historic
resources, maintain flood conveyance and storage, reduce greenhouse gas emissions,
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control noxious weeds, prevent erosion of valuable agricultural soils, and increase
soil water holding capacity while maintaining the functions needed for agricultural
production.
E. PBRS CATEGORIES REQUESTED and DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS:
Open space resources
• Buffer to public or current use classified land
The property is adjacent to a short public trail (Parks and Trails map, attached) along the
east property line of parcel -0052. The trail is used by the public and provides a portion of
a pedestrian throughfare between Foster High School and Thomdyke Elementary School.
The enrolling open space area is providing a buffer of native vegetation of more than 50
feet to this adjacent land, which exceeds the category's requirement. Credit for this
category is recommended.
• Significant wildlife or fish habitat
Although credit for this category was not requested, the property contains habitat for
numerous wildlife species, including foraging and nesting habitat for the pileated
woodpecker, which is identified in King County's Comprehensive Plan as a Species of
Local Importance (E-328(e)). Upon conducting a site visit, program staff determined
areas of the forest on the property are of sufficient age and diversity to support the
species regular use of the property and staff have made visual observations of pileated
woodpeckers actively utilizing the property (nesting cavities). Award of this category is
consistent with habitat as defined by KCC 20.36.100, section B.15.a (1). Credit for this
category is recommended.
• Surface water quality buffer
In order to be eligible for this category, the enrolling land must be providing a qualifying
buffer of native vegetation to a lake, pond, stream, wetland or shoreline within the
enrolling portion of a property. The property does not contain any aquatic features.
Credit for this category cannot be recommended.
• Urban open space
The property is located within the urban growth boundary and the landowner is enrolling
one or more acres of contiguous native forest. Credit for this category is recommended.
• Watershed protection area
Although credit for this category was not requested, to be eligible for this category, the
enrolling forested area must consist of additional forest cover beyond that required by
county or applicable local government regulation and must be at least one acre or sixty-
five percent of the property acreage, whichever is greater. The enrolling open space
contains 1.21_acres of native forest cover which is more than 65% of the total property
acreage and there are no additional forest retention regulations in place for this property.
Credit for this category is recommended.
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Bonus category
• Resource restoration
The owners are interested in improving the health and diversity of their forest, including
weed and invasive species removal. The owners have provided a resource restoration
plan (Forest Stewardship Plan, attached) that has been approved by PBRS staff. Credit
for this category is recommended. Award of this category may allow restoration activities
to occur in the participating open space area. It is the landowner's responsibility to apply
for and receive the necessary approvals from the applicable state and local governmental
agencies for forestry/restoration activities that require a permit or approval, such as
clearing and grading. It should be noted that this restoration activity must be completed
within a three-year period. Award of this category requires an annual progress report
from the landowner (see below, Section B. 11.), which should be sent to PBRS staff by
either email or other agreed to method
NOTE: It is important to note that enrollment in the PBRS program requires the control and
removal of invasive plant species. This issue is addressed in the Resource
Information document (page 3) and below in Recommendation #136.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A. CONCLUSIONS:
1. Approval of the subject request would be consistent with the specific purpose and intent
of KCC 20.36.010.
2. Approval of the subject request would be consistent with policy E-101 of the King
County Comprehensive Plan.
3. Of the points recommended, the subject request meets the mandatory criteria of KCC
20.36.100 as indicated:
Open space resources
Buffer to public or current use classified land 5
Significant wildlife or fish habitat 5
Surface water quality buffer 0
Urban open space 5
Watershed protection area 5
Bonus category
Resource restoration 5
TOTAL 25 points
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PUBLIC BENEFIT RATING
For the purpose of taxation, 25 points result in 20% of market value and an 80% reduction
in taxable value for the portion of land enrolled.
B. RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE the request for current use taxation "Open space" classification with a Public
Benefit Rating of 25 points, subject to the following requirements:
Requirements for Property Participating in the
Public Benefit Rating System Current Use Assessment Program for Open Space
I . Compliance with these requirements is necessary for property participating ("Property")
in King County's Public Benefit Rating System ("PBRS"), a current use assessment
program for open space. Failure to abide by these requirements can result in removal of
PBRS designation and subject Property owner ("Owner") to penalty, tax, and interest
provisions of RCW 84.34. King County Department of Assessments ("DoA") and King
County Water and Land Resources Division, Agriculture, Forestry, and Incentives Unit,
PBRS Program or its successor ("PBRS Program") may re-evaluate Property to
determine whether removal of PBRS designation is appropriate. Removal shall follow the
process in Chapter 84.34 RCW, Chapter 458.30 WAC and Chapter 20.36 KCC.
2. Revisions to any of these requirements may only occur upon mutual written approval of
Owner and granting authority. These conditions shall apply so long as Property retains its
PBRS designation. If a conservation easement acceptable to and approved by City of
Tukwila and King County is granted by Owner in interest to Department of Natural
Resources and Parks, King County or a grantee approved by King County, these
requirements may be superseded by the terms of such easement, upon written approval by
PBRS Program.
3. The PBRS designation for Property will continue so long as it meets the PBRS criteria
for which it was approved. Classification as open space will be removed upon a
determination by PBRS Program that Property no longer meets PBRS criteria for which it
was approved. A change in circumstances, which diminishes the extent of public benefit
from that approved by City of Tukwila and King County Council in the open space
taxation agreement, will be cause for removal of the PBRS designation. It is Owner's
responsibility to notify DoA and PBRS Program of a change in Property circumstance,
which may impact PBRS participation.
4. When a portion of Property is withdrawn or removed from the program, the remaining
Property shall be re-evaluated by PBRS Program and DoA to determine whether it still
meets the criteria for PBRS categories as approved.
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5. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 13, tree(s) posing a hazard to a structure, road
or property access may be removed from Property, provided that Owner shall first notify
the PBRS Program prior to taking such action. Native vegetation must be introduced for
any tree(s) removed and must be planted within a reasonable location of where the
tree(s) previously existed. It is Owner's responsibility to apply for and receive any
necessary consent from applicable state and local governmental agencies for activities
that may require a permit or approval.
6. If an area of Property becomes or has become infested with noxious weeds or non-
native species, Owner may be required to submit a control and enhancement plan to
PBRS Program in order to remove such vegetation and, if necessary, replace with
native vegetation.
7. If it is determined by PBRS Program that Property vegetation near structures is prone to
wildland fire and poses a fire hazard, management activities as allowed under KCC
16.82.051 may be implemented as long as those activities do not cause significant
adverse impact to the resource values of awarded PBRS categories. Prior to undertaking
any wildfire risk reduction activities on Property, a summary of any proposed work must
first be submitted to and approved by PBRS Program.
8. There shall be no motorized vehicle driving or parking allowed on Property, except
for medical, public safety or police emergencies, or for an approved management
activity (such as forestry, farm, or restoration activities) detailed in an approved plan.
9. Grazing of livestock is prohibited unless Property is receiving credit for the farm and
agricultural conservation land or resource restoration PBRS categories. In those cases,
grazing may occur in areas being farmed as defined in the approved farm management
plan or to be restored as defined in the approved resource restoration plan.
10. For Property receiving credit for ecological enhancement land, farm and agricultural
conservation land, forest stewardship land, rural stewardship land, or resource restoration,
activities that are defined in associated approved plan(s) shall be permitted as long as
those activities do not cause significant adverse impact to the resource values of other
awarded PBRS categories.
11. Owner of Property receiving credit for farm and agricultural conservation land,
ecological enhancement land, forest stewardship land, or rural stewardship land must
provide an annual monitoring report that describes progress of implementing associated
approved plan(s). The report must include a brief description of activities taken to
implement the plan and photographs from established points on Property. Owner must
submit this report to the PBRS Program by email or other mutually agreed upon method
annually by December 31 or as directed by the PBRS Program. An environmental
consultant need not prepare this report.
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12. No alteration of Property or resources shall occur without prior written approval (such as
an approved plan) by PBRS Program, except for selective cutting for personal firewood,
maintaining areas for approved passive recreational uses (such as walking or horseback
riding trails) or for removal of non-native species. Any unapproved alteration may
constitute a departure from an approved open space use and be deemed a change of
use, and subject Owner to the additional tax, interest, and penalty provisions of
RCW 84.34.080. "Alteration" means any human -induced action that adversely impacts
the existing condition of Property or resources including, but not limited to, the following:
a. erecting structures;
b. grading;
c. filling;
d. dredging;
e. channelizing;
f. modifying land or hydrology for surface water management purposes;
g. cutting, pruning, limbing or topping, clearing, mowing, or removing native
vegetation;
h. introducing non-native species (as defined in KCC 21A.06.790);
i. applying herbicides or pesticides or any hazardous or toxic substance, without
prior written approval;
j. discharging pollutants except for stormwater;
k. paving or application of gravel;
1. storing or dumping equipment, construction materials, garbage, vehicles,
household supplies, or compost;
m. engaging in any other activity that adversely impacts existing native vegetation,
hydrology, wildlife, wildlife habitat, or awarded program categories.
13. Participation in PBRS does not exempt Owner from obtaining any required permit or
approval for activity or use on Property.
TRANSMITTED to the parties listed hereafter:
Peter Schilling, applicant
Heidi Watters, Urban Environmentalist, ISA Certified Arborist, TRAQ
Elenore Bonyeau, King County Department of Assessments
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City of Tu k)
City Council Planning & Community Development Committee
Meeting Minutes
May 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - Hybrid Meeting; City Council Conference Room & MS Teams
Councilmembers Present. Kate Kruller, Chair; Jo Camacho, Jane Ho
Staff Present. Laurel Humphrey, Derek Speck, Pete Mayer, Heidi Watters
Guest: Vicky Raya, King County
Chair Kruller called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Effective Engagement on Climate Strategies
Ms. Raya, Climate Equity Manager, presented suggestions and best practices for Tukwila to
consider.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
B. Resolution: Public Benefit Rating System Open Space Classification
A resident is seeking Council approval to have his property at 4447 S. 148th St classified under
the County's PBRS.
Items for follow-up:
Return with answers to the following:
1. Can the Council say no?
2. Does this classification permanent -does it stay with the property regardless of owner?
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting.
C. Resolution: Supporting Designation of Certain Census Tracts as Opportunity Zones
Staff is seeking approval of a resolution requesting Governor Ferguson nominate 7 eligible
census tracts for designation as opportunity zones.
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting Consent Agenda.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Camacho recommended a contact, Peter Donaldson at Sustainability
Ambassadors.
The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Committee Chair Approval
City of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor AI
Marty Wine, City Administrator
AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item Update to TMC 2.68 Municipal Court
Sponsor Mayor's Office
Legislative History May 11, 2026 Finance & Governance Committee
May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting
Recommended Motion ❑ Discussion Only ❑x Action Requested
ITEM NO.
7.g.
MOVE TO adopt an ordinance amending TMC 2.68 Municipal Court to
align with RCW 3.50, adjusting the Municipal Court Judge salary and
converting the Municipal Court Judge position to an elected position;
and adopt an ordinance setting the Judge Pro Tem compensation rate.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tukwila Municipal Code 2.68 Municipal Court is being amended to increase the judicial position from
part-time to full-time, increase the judicial salary to full-time, convert the position from an appointed
position to an elected position effective January 1, 2030, and make updates to align with RCW 3.50,
Municipal Courts. An amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding with Judge Walden reflecting
the change of position from part-time to full-time is attached. Additionally, in collaboration with the
update to TMC 2.68.040(A), an ordinance setting the compensation of Judges Pro Tem.
DISCUSSION
The Municipal Court Judge position is currently .90 FTE. The Judge is appointed by the Mayor for a 4-
year term, which occurred in October 2025, in alignment with RCW 3.50.040. After evaluation of the
Municipal Court caseload for 2024, 2025 and Q1 2026, it has been determined that the position needs
to be increased to a full-time position. Pursuant to RCW 3.50.055, each full-time equivalent judicial
position shall be filled by election.
Based on legal opinions from the Administrative Office of the Courts and the City Attorney's Office, it
has been determined that the City can increase the judicial position to full-time for the remainder of the
current term. A special election is not required. The Municipal Court Judge position will be an elected
position in the general election in November 2029.
Pursuant to RCW 3.50.090 and TMC 2.68.040(A) the compensation rate for Judges Pro Tem is set by
ordinance for the judicial term January 1, 2026 — December 31, 2029.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Disclaimer: Final terms and scope of work subject to review by the City Attorney
ii
❑ Expenditure - Budgeted
Expenditures:
Fund Source:
❑x Expenditure - Unbudgeted
$16,000
General Fund
❑ Expenditure - Grant -Funded
❑ Revenue — One -Time (e.g.
Revenues(if applicable
$0
asset sale, surplus equipment)
❑ Revenue - Ongoing
Contractor (if applicable)
N/A
Scope of Work
Increase in Judicial salary and benefits effective June 1, 2026.
Amount
$16,000
Duration
ongoing
Additional Comments: If approved, the increased FTE and funding would be reflected in the budget
amendment to be considered later in 2026.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Ordinance Updating TMC 2.68
Memorandum of Understanding
Draft Ordinance Setting Judges Pro Tern Compensation Rate
Minutes from 05/11/26 Finance & Governance Committee Meeting
https:/itukwilawa.sharepoint.com/sites/clerksintranet/Council Agenda Items/05-11 FIN/AB TMC 2.68 Update.docx
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL
CODE (TMC) CHAPTER 2.68, "MUNICIPAL COURT," IN
ALIGNMENT WITH CHAPTER 3.50 RCW; CONVERTING THE
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE POSITION TO AN ELECTIVE
POSITION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Tukwila Municipal Court caseload has increased, substantiating the
need for a full-time Municipal Court Judge; and
WHEREAS, the current Municipal Court Judge was reappointed for a four-year term
as a part-time judge (.90 FTE) commencing January 1, 2026 and ending December 31,
2029; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 3.50.055, each full-time equivalent judicial position
must be filled by election; and
WHEREAS, state law allows currently appointed Municipal Court Judge to serve out
her term, provided that an election is held in 2029 to fill the subsequent judicial term
beginning January 1, 2030; and
WHEREAS, should a vacancy in the Municipal Court Judge position occur prior to
the 2029 General Election, a Special Election shall be called to fill the remainder of the
current appointee's term; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 3.50.080 and TMC Section 2.68.026, the salary of the
Municipal Court Judge shall be fixed by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, certain sections of TMC Chapter 2.68, "Municipal Court," must be
updated to removed outdated language and align with Chapter 3.50 RCW, "Municipal
Courts —Alternate Provision";
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
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Section 1. TMC Section 2.68.020 Amended. Ordinance No. 1324 §4, as codified at
TMC Section 2.68.020, "Judges — Appointment — Qualifications," is hereby amended to
read as follows:
2.68.020. Judges — ppomn*men* Filling - Qualifications. ,,+
�Te�Ti al judge holding office erg Ii ily 10 1 Qvv�, eeffeGtive date of
0,rd,n_A.nr_--e No. 1324, shall Gontinue to held OffiGe URtil expiration of his or her term er
januard 1 1986, whinheyer oGGr_Sc firc�he term of a S iGGesco�halllno�mmeenGe_�
1986,and/eriaRuaryI ef eaGh fourth yearthereafter,
B. The muniGipal judge shall be appointed by the Mayor, suNeGt tO GOnfirmation by
the City
as provided below.
fer a term ef feur years. AppeiRtments shall be made eR er befere
Denemher 1 of year preGedinn the year in whiGh ��t Gemmennoc
vc. ccrrrvcrTvr r � " `" . � � rrc.��r c cvrrn-rTcrrc.�.r.
person appointed a nTnipal judge shall be of the United States of
e
and an attoPIRey admitted to praGtOG8 law before
the not �r�TeGOrd of the State.
A. Each full-time equivalent judicial position shall be filled by election. This
requirement applies regardless of how many judges are employed to fill the position. A
full-time equivalent position is thirty-five or more hours per week of compensated time.
B. The Municipal Judge shall be elected in the same manner as other elective city
officials. The term of the Municipal Judge shall be for a term of four years commencing
on January 1, 2030, and every four years thereafter.
C. A person elected as a municipal judge shall be a citizen of the United States of
America and the State of Washington; a resident of King County; and an attorney admitted
to practice law before the courts of record of the State.
Section 2. TMC Section 2.68.026 Amended. Ordinance Nos. 2659 §2 and 2261 §2,
as codified at TMC Section 2.68.026, "Municipal Judge Salary," are hereby amended to
read as follows:
2.68.026. Municiaal Judae Sala
The salary of the Municipal Court Judge shall be set at the rate of ��100% of the
District Court Judges Salary as set by the Salary Schedule adopted by the Washington
Citizens' Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials on an annual basis.
Section 3. TMC Section 2.68.027 Amended. Ordinance No. 2013 §1, as codified
at 2.68.027, "Removal of Judge," is hereby amended to read as follows:
2.68.027. Removal of Judge.
A. A municipal judge shall be removed only upon conviction of misconduct or
malfeasance in office, or because of physical or mental disability rendering the judge
incapable of performing the duties of the office, or by operation of law. For the purposes
hereof, conviction of misconduct or malfeasance in office shall include:
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1. Conviction of any criminal offense by the Municipal Judge during the term of
office of the Municipal Judge;
2. A determination by the Washington State Judicial Conduct Commission that
a code or standard of judicial conduct has been violated; or
3. A finding by the City Council, after notice and a hearing and reasonable
opportunity to be heard, that conduct has occurred, not limited to criminal convictions,
which interferes with or prevents the Municipal Judge from being able to adequately
administer or handle judicial functions of the Municipal Court, or which indicates that the
judge cannot act in a fair and/or impartial manner.
B. It is provided, however, that if the Washington State Judicial Conduct
Commission, or the Washington State Supreme Court or other court with the jurisdiction
to make such decisions, decides that the Municipal Judge is to be removed from office or
that the Municipal Judge is not qualified or able to serve as a Municipal Judge, then no
further or separate action by the City Council is required to effect such removal.
G. Any vaGanGY on the MuniGipal Court due to death, disability or resignation of the
The appointment shall be subjeGt tG Genfirmatien by the Gity GeunGil. The appointed judge
shall be qualified to hold the position of judge of the MuniGipal Court, as provided On TMG
Chapter 2.68 and RGVV 3.50 asamendedby Chapter258 Laaws of, 1984.
Section 4. TMC Section 2.68.030 Amended. Ordinance 1324 §6, as codified at
TMC Section 2.68.030, "Municipal Court Employees," is hereby amended to read as
follows:
2.68.030. Municipal Court Employees.
All employees of the Municipal Court shall, for all purposes, be deemed employees
of the City. They shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Court; provided,
that all applicable City personnel practices and procedures with respect to hiring and
termination are followed. Supervision of the Court employees shall be by the Maye
Municipal Court Judge or designee.
Section 5. TMC Section 2.68.040 Amended. Ordinance 1324 §7, as codified at
2.68.040, "Judges Pro Tern — Court Commissioners," is hereby amended to read as
follows:
2.68.040. Judges Pro Tem — Court Commissioners.
A. The Mayor shall, On writing, appeint judges pre tem who shall aGt in the absenGe
or disability of the regular judge of the MuniGipal Court or subseqUeRt tO the filing of aR
affidavit of prejudiGe. The judge pre tem shall be qualified to hold the POSitieR of judge ef
the MURiGipal Courtwasprovided herei�h judge pro tem shall reGeiVe SUGh
GOMpeRsation as shall be foxed by erdinanGe. The term of the appeiRtmeRt shall b&
SpeGified on writing but OR aRy event shall net eXteRd beyond the term of the appGiRtiRg
Mayor.
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A. The Municipal Court Judge may one or more persons as nudges pro
tempore ("pro tem") to serve:
1. In the absence or disability of the elected Municipal Court Judge;
2. Subsequent to the filing of an affidavit of prejudice; and/or
3. In addition to the elected judge when the administration of justice and
the accomplishment of the work of the court make it necessary.
The qualifications of a judge pro tem shall be the same as for judges as provided
under RCW 3.50.040 and TMC Section 2.68.020, except that a fudge pro tem need not
be a resident of the City or King County. A judge pro tem shall have all of the powers of
the duly elected fudge when serving as a nudge pro tem of the court. Before entering into
his or her duties, each judge pro tem shall take, subscribe, and file an oath as is taken by
the duly elected fudge. Such pro tem nudges shall receive such compensation as shall be
fixed by ordinance by the municipality in which the court is located and such
compensation shall be paid by the municipality.
B. The Municipal Court Judge may appoint one or more Municipal Court
commissioners, who shall hold office at the pleasure of the Municipal Court Judge. Each
Municipal Court commissioner shall have such power, authority and jurisdiction in civil
and criminal matters as the appointing Municipal Judge possesses, and must be a lawyer
who is admitted to practice law in the state of Washington or a nonlawyer who has passed
the qualifying examination for lay_audges for courts of limited jurisdiction under RCW
3.34.060. fh ,f l GGUFt judge s"all�SGr;Ae by GOUrt erder.The commissioner does
not have authority to preside over trials in criminal matters, or jury trials in civil matters
unless agreed to on the record by all parties. A commissioner need not be a resident of
the City or of the King County.
Section 6. TMC Section 2.68.045 Amended. Ordinance 1324 §8, as codified at
2.68.045, "Judicial Vacancy," is hereby amended to read as follows:
2.68.045. Judicial Vacancy.
In the event t any vacancy in the Municipal Court due to a death, disability, or resignation
of they Municipal Court Judge prior to the expiration of the Municipal Court Judge's term,
a Special Election shall be called to fill the remainder of the unexpired term. shall be foilor!
by the Mayor for the remainder of the unexpired form Tho appointment shall be s ihionf
to nonfirmofion of the Gity G,,,,n„il. The appointed -elected 'fudge shall be qualified to hold
the position of judge of the Municipal Court as provided in this chapter.
Section 7. TMC Section 2.68.050 Amended. Ordinance 1324 §9, as codified at
2.68.050, "Municipal Court Hours," is hereby amended to read as follows:
2.68.050. Municipal Court Hours.
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The Municipal Court shall be open and shall hold such regular and special sessions
as may be prescribed by the Municipal Court judge.; provided, that the MuniGipal Court
shall Rot be open OR RORj dinial days
Section 8. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 9. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of )2026.
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
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Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
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City of Tukwila Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Mayor's Office - Marty Wine, City Administrator
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING -AMENDMENT
TO: Honorable Kimberly Walden, Municipal Court Judge
FROM: Thomas McLeod, Mayor
DATE: May 18, 2026
RE: Amendment of Wage and Benefits for Appointment Term 2026-2029
WAGE: Compensation shall beset at 100% of the salary established for District Court Judges, as determined
by the Washington Citizens' Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials and updated on an annual basis. The
current schedule, adopted in 2025 is attached hereto as Exhibit A. All taxes, social security and related
deductions shall be made from your wages.
BENEFITS:
General Leave: You shall be provided a general leave bank for use as sick leave and/or vacation, at your
discretion.
• Leave shall accrue at a rate of 12 hours per month
• Maximum accrual shall not exceed 96 hours
• Accruals in excess of 96 hours shall not carry forward
Upon separation from service, accrued leave shall be paid out up to a maximum of 96 hours at your regular
rate of pay at the time of separation.
Holidays: You shall be entitled to the same holidays as the Non -Represented Employee group, in
accordance with City Policy.
Healthcare/Dental: You are eligible to participate in the City of Tukwila's medical and dental benefit
programs, including:
• The City's self -insured medical plan
• Kaiser Permanente (if elected)
• Dental coverage options
The City will contribute 90% of the premium cost foryou and your eligible dependents.
• Your share shall be a minimum of 10%, and may be higher depending on plan selection
• Any employee premium contributions will be made through payroll deduction
Tukwila City Hall • 6200 Southcenter Boulevard • Tukwila, WA 98188 • 206-433-1800 • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AMENDMENT FOR TERM 2026-2029
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This change in status constitutes a qualifying event under the City's benefit plans. You must submit any
changes to your current benefit elections no later than May 22 for changes to be effective June 1.
Please sign the attached Personnel Action Form (PAF) and the bottom of this memorandum to indicate
agreement.
Agreed to this 181h day of May, 2026.
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Kimberly Walden, Judge
Phone: 206-433-1800 • Email: Mayor@TukwilaWA.gov • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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MOU Exhibit A
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Washington MUzens' Commission
on Salaries for Elected Officials
2025 and 2026 Final Salary Schedule
Judicial Branch
Position
Supreme Court Chief Justice
Supreme Court Justices
Court of Appeals Judges
Superior Court Judges
District Court Judges
Current Salary Salary Effective 7/1/2025
255,495
265,792
251,861
262,011
239,755
249,417
228,261
237,460
217,337
226,096
Salary Effective 7/1/2026
273,819
269,924
256,949
244,631
232,924
DRAFT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 2659, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE
(TMC) SECTION 2.68.026 REGARDING THE SETTING OF
SALARY FOR THE MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City requires the services of a Municipal Court Judge who is appointed
to a four-year term; and
WHEREAS, the current Municipal Court Judge will be reappointed to a term
commencing January 1, 2026, under the Contract for Municipal Court Judge Services
(MOU), attached hereto as Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 3.50.080 and Tukwila's Municipal Code, the salary of the
Municipal Court Judge shall be fixed by ordinance;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Repealer. Ordinance No. 2659 as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code
Section 2.68.026, is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Section 2. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon approval of the City
Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to other
local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering and
section/subsection numbering.
Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
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Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 12025.
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
Andy Youn-Barnett, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Office of the City Attorney
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
Attachment: Exhibit A — Contract for Municipal Court Judge Services (MOU)
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City Council Finance & Governance Committec
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Meeting Minutes
May 11, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. - Hybrid Meeting; Hazelnut Conference Room & MS Teams
Councilmembers Present. Hannah Hedrick, Acting Chair; Dennis Martinez, Armen Papyan
Staff Present. Marty Wine, Megan Marks, Tony Cullerton, Kimberly Walden
BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Ordinances: Amendine TMC 2.68 Municipal Court and Judge Pro Tern Salar
Staff is seeking approval of an ordinance that would adjust the Judge salary and convert the
position to a full-time elected position, and another ordinance setting the Judge pro tem
compensation rate.
Committee Recommendation
Unanimous approval. Forward to May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting.
B. 2026 First Quarter Financial Report
Staff presented the rerpot.
Item(s) for follow-up:
• Determine if nonprofits pay tax on TCC rentals.
• Determine if other cities are also seeing a flattening of sales tax.
Committee Recommendation
Discussion only.
MISCELLANEOUS
The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
HH
Committee Chair Approval
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City of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Marty Wine, City Administrator
Agenda Item
Sponsor
Legislative History
Recommended Motion
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
ITEM NO.
7.C.
AGENDA BILL
Flock Safety Master Service Agreement & ALPR Cameras Near Places
of Worship
Tukwila Police Department & Technology & Innovation Services
May 18, 2026
Regular Meeting
May 11, 2026
Committee of the Whole
May 4, 2026
Work Session
April 6, 2026
Work Session
March 23,2026
Community Services & Safety Committee
January 5, 2026
Regular Meeting
❑ Discussion Only ❑x Action Requested
MOVE TO authorize the mayor to execute the Master Service
Agreement with Flock to align with the ESSB 6002 and established
Tukwila Police Department practices.
Staff has completed a review of the Flock Safety Master Services Agreement (MSA) and developed a
new draft MSA for Council's review and consideration. Staff is also seeking Council's guidance on the
conditions under which Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras near places of
worship may be reenabled in a manner consistent with Washington State Engrossed Substitute Senate
Bill (ESSB) 6002 and community expectations.
DISCUSSION
The Mayor directed staff to complete a Third -Party Risk Assessment, which included an evaluation of
Flock Safety and its related services. As part of this work, the City's Legal Team, Police Department,
and Technology & Innovation Services reviewed the Flock Safety Master Services Agreement (MSA) to
assess data security, privacy protections, and compliance with state law, specifically the newly -enacted
ESSB 6002, which took effect on March 30, 2026. The City then worked with Flock Safety to revise
their template MSA to further strengthen privacy protections, clarify contractual responsibilities, and
ensure overall alignment with ESSB 6002. If approved by Council, this revised draft MSA, will
supersede Contract 2401, the Flock Safety MSA approved by Council on January 22, 2024.
Per Council direction, staff deactivated three Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras located
near places of worship. Council directed the deactivation due to the lack of clarity in ESSB 6002
regarding a prohibition on collecting ALPR images of churches, church parking lots, and the
ingress/egress to churches. TPD has confirmed that the three ALPRs at issue do not collect any
images that are prohibited, but out of an abundance of caution, Council determined it would be best to
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deactivate these to enable time to gain greater clarity regarding limitations on the proximity of cameras
to these locations and to accommodate further outreach with the impacted places of worship.
The State Attorney General's Office will be providing policy direction on how local jurisdictions should
interpret this provision of the statute but in the meantime, City Council could direct staff to adopt a City-
wide policy for City owned ALPR cameras that regulates the placement of ALPR cameras in the context
of the protected locations established by ESSB 6002. In addition to recent supportive public testimony
by representatives from two of the faith based organizations, staff are conducting additional targeted
outreach to these communities, evaluating potential relocation options to reduce impacts, and
identifying approaches that maintain tool effectiveness while responding to community feedback and
will provide an update on these discussions at the May 1111 meeting.
Council will be requested to approve the proposed draft MSA at their next regularly scheduled meeting
on May 18.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The revised draft MSA does not change the City's ongoing financial obligations or the services
provided. The draft revised MSA solely updates and clarifies the MSA language to align with ESSB
6002 and established Tukwila Police Department (TPD) practices limiting data sharing settings.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Draft Flock Safety Master Service Agreement - updated after 05111 COW
B. Previously adopted FIGGk Safety Master SerVoGe Aqreernent #24 012
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Attachment A
Master Services Agreement
This Master Services Agreement (this "Master Services Agreement') is entered into by and
between Flock Group Inc, with a place of business at 1170 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 210,
Atlanta, GA 30318 ("Flock'), and the entity identified in the signature block ("Customer'') (each
a "Party," and together, the "Parties"). The Agreement is effective as a binding agreement
between the Parties as of the Effective Date.
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1. "Agreement' means this Master Services Agreement, any exhibits attached hereto, the
Reinstall Fee Schedule, the Customer Implementation Guide, and each Order Form,
each of which is incorporated by reference herein.
1.2. "Applicable Lain' means all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including
those related to the recording or sharing of data, video, photo, or audio content, in each
case to the extent directly applicable to the respective Party's performance of its
obligations under this Agreement.
1.3. "Audit Trail Data" means all forms of data collected or generated by Flock Hardware or
Customer Hardware on behalf of Customer that identify how the Flock System is
accessed or used by Customer Authorized End Users. "Audit Trail Data" includes
information about who accesses or uses the system, and how and when the system is
accessed or used. "Audit Trail Data" does not include Automated License Plate Reader
Data.
1.4. "Authorized End User(s)" means any individual employees, agents, or contractors of
Customer accessing or using the Flock Services on behalf of Customer pursuant to the
Agreement, who have been (a) granted access to the Flock Services by Customer in its
exercise of reasonable discretion relating to the receipt of the Flock Services hereunder
by Customer, and (b) from whom Customer has obtained reasonable assurances that
they will comply with the access and use and confidentiality terms in the Agreement.
1.5. "Automated License Plate Reader Data" means all data collected by Flock Hardware
or Customer Hardware on behalf of Customer including, but not limited to, global
positioning system coordinates, location, date and time, speed of travel, photograph,
license plate number, automobile characteristics, or other identifying information.
"Automated License Plate Reader Data" does not include audio or video recordings
generated by a dashboard or body worn camera, unless such recordings are converted
into computer -readable license plate characters or associated metadata, or are
indexed, made searchable, or analyzed by license plate number, individual, vehicle,
biometric identifier, or other unique identifier for the purpose of identifying, tracking, or
reconstructing an individual's or vehicle's location.
1.6. "Confidential Information" means information that is disclosed by one Party to the
other and that the receiving Party knows is confidential to the disclosing Party or that is
of such a nature that someone familiar with the type of business of the disclosing Party
would reasonably understand is confidential to it. Confidential Information includes
financial, product, and other business information of either Party. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, Confidential Information does not include information that the receiving Party
can demonstrate: (a) is in the public domain or is generally publicly known through no
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improper action or inaction by the receiving Party; (b) was rightfully in the receiving
Party's possession or known by it prior to receipt from the disclosing Party; (c) is
rightfully disclosed without restriction to the receiving Party by a third -party without
violation of obligation to the disclosing Party; or (d) is independently developed for the
receiving Party by third parties without use of the Confidential Information of the
disclosing Party.
1.7. "Customer Data" means all (a) data and information captured by Flock Hardware on
behalf of Customer through the Flock Services (e.g., images, audio, and/or video) and
the metadata associated therewith, (b) content input into the Web Interface by
Customer or its Authorized End Users, (c) data and information provided to Flock
through the Flock Services by third parties at Customer's direction, and (d) Audit Trail
Data.
1.8. "Customer Hardware" means the third -party hardware owned, or otherwise provided,
by Customer and any other physical elements that interact with the Flock Software to
provide the Flock Services.
1.9. "Customer Implementation Guide" means the terms and conditions related to
implementation located at.https://www.flocksafetV.com/implementation-guide.
1.10. "Effective Date" means the date this Master Services Agreement is executed by
both Parties.
1.11. "Feedback' means any ideas, advice, recommendations, suggestions,
enhancement requests, feedback, or proposals provided by, or on behalf of, Customer
or its personnel to Flock related to Flock Property.
1.12. "Flock Software" means the (a) software and/or firmware integrated with or
installed on the Flock Hardware or Customer Hardware; and (b) the software
functionality of the Web Interface that enables system access and use.
1.13. "Flock Hardware" means all Flock device(s) and physical elements provided by
Flock in connection with the Flock Services.
14. "Flock Property' means the Flock Services, the Flock Software, Flock
Hardware, the Web Interface, Flock's Confidential Information, and all intellectual
property or proprietary information therein or otherwise provided to Customer or its
Authorized End Users, including Flock's technology, patents, trade secrets, trademarks,
proprietary methods, algorithms, data models, machine learning methods,
documentation, and any modifications or improvements. For clarity, Flock Property also
includes any derivative works, intermediate or final outputs, analyses, reports, models,
or other results generated by or through the Flock Services. Except for the limited ability
to access and download Customer Data within the applicable Retention Period, no
rights are granted to download, extract, export, or otherwise create or retain copies of
such derivative works, outputs, or other elements of Flock Property.
15. "Flock Services" means the services provided by Flock under the Agreement as
set forth in the applicable Order Form, including access to and use of the Web Interface
by Customer and the provision of Flock Software and Flock Hardware.
16. "Force Majeure Event' means an Act of God, fire, earthquake, flood, wind,
water, the elements, geographic or climatic conditions, third party labor disputes, power
failures, explosions, civil disturbances, riots, acts of terrorism, governmental actions or
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orders, shortages of equipment or supplies, unavailability of transportation, acts or
omissions of third parties, or any cause beyond its reasonable control.
17. "Order Form" means any Flock Order Form entered into by the Parties on the
date hereof or following the Effective Date and incorporated herein by reference. Each
Order Form will describe the Flock Services to be performed and the period for
performance.
1.18. "Permitted Purpose" means a legitimate public safety and/or business purpose,
including the awareness, prevention, and prosecution of crime; investigations; and
prevention of commercial harm, and performance of obligations required under local,
state, and federal regulations, to the extent permitted by law.
1.19. "Reinstall Fee Schedule" means the fee schedule set forth at
https://www.flocksafety.com/reinstall-fee-schedule.
1.20. "Retention Period' means the time period that footage captured by the Flock
Hardware or Customer Hardware via the Flock Services and the associated metadata is
stored by Flock, as specified in the applicable Order Form.
1.21. "Web Interface" means the website(s) or application(s) through which Customer
and its Authorized End Users can access the Flock Services.
2. ACCESS AND USE
2.1. Provision of Access. Subject to compliance with the terms of the Agreement, Flock
grants to Customer and its Authorized End Users a limited, non-exclusive, non-
transferable right to access and use the Flock Services via the Web Interface during the
term of this Agreement, solely for the Permitted Purpose. Customer shall access the
Flock Services through the Web Interface only (a) through its Authorized End Users
acting within the scope of their service for Customer; (b) for the internal use of
Customer; and (c) from and within the United States.
2.2. Authorized End Users. Authorized End Users agree to provide Flock with accurate,
complete, and updated registration information. Authorized End Users may not select
as their User ID, a name that they do not have the right to use, or any other name with
the intent of impersonation. Customer and Authorized End Users may not transfer their
account to anyone else without Flock's prior written permission. Authorized End Users
shall not share their account username or password information and must protect the
security of the username and password. Authorized End Users shall only use
Customer -issued email addresses for the creation of their User ID. Customer shall be
responsible for all acts and omissions of Authorized End Users in connection with their
access and use of the Flock Services, including each Authorized End User's
compliance with the terms of the Agreement and Applicable Law. Customer shall
terminate any Authorized End User's access to the Flock Services (a) when such
person no longer meets the definition of "Authorized End User;" (b) if conduct by such
Authorized End User breaches any term of the Agreement; or (c) upon such Authorized
End User's indictment, arrest, or conviction for any felony offense. Flock may restrict,
suspend, or terminate an Authorized End User's access to the Flock Services if Flock
determines, in its reasonable discretion, that such access has an adverse effect on
Flock or any of its customers; provided that Flock will provide as much advance notice
of any such restriction, suspension or termination as is reasonable under the
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circumstances. Customer is responsible for any use of data, information, or services
obtained through the Flock Services by Authorized End Users.
2.3. Access and Use Restrictions. Except as expressly permitted under the Agreement,
Customer shall not and shall cause its Authorized End Users not to: (a) access or use
Flock Property in connection with the provision of any services to third parties; (b) resell,
rent, license, lease, provide service bureau or timeshare services, transfer, encumber,
copy, distribute, publish, exhibit, transmit or otherwise make available to any third -party
any Flock Property; (c) derive specifications from, reverse engineer, reverse compile,
disassemble, translate, record, or create derivative works based on Flock Property; (d)
use Flock Property in a manner that delays, impairs, or interferes with system
functionality for others or that compromises the security or integrity of any data,
equipment, software, or system input or output, including introduction of any viruses or
malware into the Web Interface; (e) use Flock Property or any part or aspect thereof in
violation of Applicable Law or to mislead or harass anyone; or (f) use Flock Property,
except as specifically permitted under the Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the
contrary herein, Customer may provide to third parties Customer Data and any
applicable reporting under applicable state regulations. Use of, or access to, Flock
Property not in accordance with the terms of the Agreement is strictly prohibited. Any
violation of this Section 2 will cause Flock irreparable and immediate harm, and Flock is
entitled to injunctive relief to prevent such violation. In the event of a violation of this
Section 2.3, Flock may temporarily suspend Customer and/or any Authorized End
User's access to any portion or all of the Flock Property (a "Service Suspension").
Customer shall not be entitled to any remedy for any Service Suspension imposed in
accordance with the Agreement, including any reimbursement, tolling, or credit.
2.4. Retention of Data. Automated License Plate Reader Data will be available for
Authorized End Users to access and download via the Web Interface for twenty-one
(21) days.
2.5. Inter -agency Sharing Controls related to Customer Data. Interagency sharing shall
be disabled by default at all times, including after any system update, upgrade,
maintenance event, configuration change, or new feature deployment, unless Customer
has affirmatively enabled such sharing. Customer may enable or disable interagency
sharing at any time, on an agency -by -agency basis, and any such change shall take
effect immediately. Flock shall ensure that no Customer Data is shared with any third
Party unless and until Customer affirmatively enables sharing through the Web Interface
or as otherwise permitted by this Agreement.
3. SERVICES AND SUPPORT
3.1. Support Services. Flock shall monitor the Flock Services, and any applicable device
health, in order to improve performance and functionality. Flock will use commercially
reasonable efforts to respond to requests for support within forty-eight (48) hours. Flock
will provide Customer with reasonable technical and on -site support and maintenance
services in -person, via phone, or by email at support@flocksafety.com (such services
collectively referred to as "Support Services'J.
3.2. Service Disruptions. Flock Services may be disrupted in the event that: (a) Flock's
provision of the Flock Services to Customer or any Authorized End User is prohibited by
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Applicable Law; (b) any third -party services required for Flock's provision of the Flock
Services are interrupted; (c) the Flock Services are being used for malicious, unlawful,
or otherwise unauthorized purposes; (d) there is a threat or attack on any Flock
Property by a third -party; or (e) there is scheduled or emergency maintenance
("Service Disruption"). Flock will make commercially reasonable efforts to provide
written notice of any Service Disruption to Customer, to provide updates, and to resume
providing access to the Flock Services as soon as reasonably possible after the event
giving rise to the Service Disruption. To the extent the Service Disruption is not caused
by Customer's direct actions or omissions (or those of parties associated with
Customer), the term of the Flock Services affected by such Service Disruption will be
tolled by the duration of the Service Disruption for any continuous disruption lasting at
least one (1) full day. For example, in the event of a Service Disruption lasting five (5)
continuous days, Customer will receive a credit for five (5) free days at the end of the
term of the applicable Order Form. The remedy of a credit described in this Section 3.2
will be Customer's sole and exclusive remedy for the acts or omissions of Flock relating
to such Service Disruption.
3.3. Web Interface Availability. Except with respect to scheduled or emergency
maintenance, Flock will use commercially reasonable efforts to provide 99% monthly
average availability of the Web Interface.
4. DATA USE AND LICENSING
4.1. Customer Data. As between Flock and Customer, all right, title, and interest in and to
Customer Data, including Usage Data, belong to and are retained by Customer.
Customer hereby grants to Flock a limited, non-exclusive, royalty -free, irrevocable
(during the term of this Agreement), worldwide license to (a) use and disclose Customer
Data to provide the Flock Services to Customer; and (b) to use Usage Data (defined
below) to support and improve Flock's products and services. "Usage Data" means any
information relating to Customer's use of the Flock Services, including information
collected by or provided to Flock through Customer's use of the Flock Services, but not
including footage captured by the Flock Services. For purposes of clarity, Customer
Data may not be shared, accessed, or disclosed to or with any third parties that is not
under contract with Flock unless the use or disclosure is required by applicable law (as
described in Section 5(d) or the use or disclosure is expressly approved in writing by
Customer. Customer Data will be available for Authorized End Users to access and
download via the Web Interface during the applicable Retention Period. For clarity,
Flock retains the exclusive right to determine and control the method, timing, format,
and medium of such access or delivery, and is not obligated to provide Customer Data
in any alternative form, format, or transmission method outside of the Web Interface. To
the extent any Customer Data constitutes Personal Information (as defined under
Applicable Laws), Flock will process such data in accordance with Applicable Law and
the privacy policy set forth at https://www.flocksafety.com/legal/privacy-policy.
4.1.1. With resoect to anv third-Darty. or subcontractor. contracted by Flock to Derform
any function or obligation set forth herein, Flock shall be responsible for such third
party's adherence to the standards and obligations imposed herein on Flock.
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4.2. Flock Property. Except for the right to use Flock Property subject to the terms and
conditions contained herein, the Agreement does not confer on Customer a license in,
ownership of, or interest in Flock Property. Flock developed or acquired Flock Property
exclusively at its private expense. As between the Parties, Flock Property and all right,
title, and interest in and to it is and will remain the exclusive property of Flock.
5. CONFIDENTIALITY. Each Party shall exercise reasonable care to hold Confidential
Information in confidence and not use it or disclose it to any other person or entity, except
(a) as permitted under this Agreement or as reasonably necessary for the performance or
enforcement of this Agreement; (b) as agreed in writing by the other Party; (c) for the Party's
proper management and administration (provided that it obtains reasonable assurances
from all recipients that they will keep the information confidential and use it only for the
purpose of its disclosure; and provided further that it is responsible for all acts and
omissions of any such recipient in violation of this Section 5); (d) as required by law,
including any court order, subpoena, or other valid legal process, provided that receiving
Party shall, to the extent permissible, give the disclosing Party reasonable prior notice of
such disclosure; or (e) as requested by a government agency to address the risk of
imminent harm to any person. Any violation of this Section 5 may cause the non -violating
Party irreparable and immediate harm, and such Party is entitled to injunctive relief to
prevent such violation. Upon termination of this Agreement, all Confidential Information will
be returned to the disclosing Party, destroyed or erased (if recorded on an erasable storage
medium), together with any copies thereof.
6. PAYMENT OF FEES
6.1. Billing and Payment of Fees. Customer shall pay the fees set forth in the applicable
Order Form based on the billing structure and payment terms as indicated in the Order
Form. To the extent the Order Form is silent, Customer shall pay all invoices thirty (30)
days from the date of each such invoice. If Customer believes that Flock has billed
Customer incorrectly, Customer must contact Flock no later than thirty (30) days
following the date of the first invoice in which the error or problem appeared to receive
an adjustment or credit. Customer acknowledges and agrees that a failure to contact
Flock within this period will serve as a waiver of any claim. If any undisputed fee is more
than thirty (30) days overdue, Flock may, without limiting its other rights and remedies,
suspend delivery of the Flock Services until such undisputed invoice is paid in full. Flock
shall provide at least thirty (30) days' prior written notice to Customer of the payment
delinquency before exercising any suspension right. Customer shall direct all queries
regarding billing or payment concerns to billing(a)-flocksafety.com. Flock may impose a
late fee equal to the lesser of (a) 1.5%, or (b) the highest rate permitted by Applicable
Law, each month on all amounts overdue beyond ten (10) days, but this charge will not
waive or extend any obligation of Customer to make payments when due.
6.2. Notice of Changes to Fees. In the event of any changes to fees, Flock shall provide
Customer with sixty (60) days' notice (email sufficient) prior to the end of the term of the
applicable Order Form. Any such changes to fees shall only impact subsequent renewal
terms.
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6.3. Taxes. Customer is responsible for all taxes, levies, or duties, excluding only taxes
based on Flock's net income, imposed by taxing authorities associated with the order.
If Flock has the legal obligation to pay or collect taxes, including amounts subsequently
assessed by a taxing authority, for which Customer is responsible, the appropriate
amount shall be invoiced to and paid by Customer unless Customer provides Flock a
legally sufficient, valid tax exemption certificate authorized by the appropriate taxing
authority. Flock shall not charge Customer any taxes from which it is exempt. If any
deduction or withholding is required by law, Customer shall notify Flock and shall pay
Flock any additional amounts necessary to ensure that the net amount that Flock
receives, after any deduction and withholding, equals the amount Flock would have
received if no deduction or withholding had been required.
7. TERM AND TERMINATION
7.1. Term. This Master Services Agreement will be effective from the Effective Date and will
continue in full force and effect until terminated as set forth herein. The term of each
Order Form will be as set forth therein. Unless otherwise indicated on the Order Form,
the subscription term of the Order Form shall be tied to the first installation of Flock
Hardware, as applicable.
7.2. Termination for Cause. Either Party may terminate this Agreement effective upon
written notice to the other Party if (a) the other Party defaults in performance of any
material provision of the Agreement and such default is not cured within (30) days
following written notice describing the specific default; (b) the other Party violates
Applicable Law; (c) the other Party files a voluntary petition in bankruptcy or an
involuntary petition is filed against it; (d) the other Party is adjudged bankrupt; (e) a
court assumes jurisdiction of the assets of the other Party under a federal
reorganization act or other statute; (f) a trustee or receiver is appointed by a court for all
or a substantial portion of the assets of the other Party; (g) the other Party becomes
insolvent, suspends business, or ceases to conduct its business in the ordinary course;
(h) the other Party makes an assignment of its assets for the benefit of its creditors; or
(i) there are no active Order Forms under this Master Services Agreement. In the event
Customer terminates the Agreement pursuant to Section 7.2(a), Flock will refund
Customer a pro-rata portion of the pre -paid fees for the Flock Services not received
prior to the date of termination.
7.3. Termination for Convenience. Customer may terminate this Agreement for
convenience upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice to Flock. In the event of such
termination, all fees paid to Flock prior to the effective date of termination shall be
deemed earned and are non-refundable. Furthermore, any fees scheduled or invoiced
for services during the applicable term period in effect as of the notice date shall remain
payable in full and shall become due. Termination shall not relieve Customer of its
obligation to pay any amounts that are due or committed under the terms of this
Agreement.
7.4. Obligations Upon Termination. Upon termination or expiration of the Agreement or
any applicable Order Form, the following shall occur:
7.4.1. Within a commercially reasonable time, not to exceed one hundred twenty (120)
days, of termination or expiration of the Agreement, Flock will remove any
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applicable Flock Hardware at Flock's sole cost and expense (provided that, in the
event Flock does not remove any such Flock Hardware within one hundred and
twenty (120) days of termination, Customer will be entitled to a payment from Flock
in the amount of $325 per device that remains on Customer property); and
7.4.2. Upon termination of all Customer Data will be deleted within the Retention Period
or within 90 days, whichever is sooner, unless such data must be retained in
accordance with Applicable Law or policy (e.g., inter -agency audit log integrity or
metadata held for evidentiary authentication), and Customer may login to the Web
Interface for a period of no more than ten (10) days post termination in order to
download Customer Data (provided that Customer understands and acknowledges
that footage will continue to delete on a daily basis in accordance with the
Retention Schedule; and Customer shall pay to Flock all amounts due hereunder
for all Flock Services rendered through the date of termination in accordance with
the terms of the Agreement.
7.5. Survival. The following Sections will survive termination: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.5, 9, and 11.
8. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
8.1. Manufacturer Defect. Upon a malfunction or failure of Flock Hardware (a "Defect'),
Customer must notify Flock's technical support team. Flock shall conduct an inspection
or test any Customer -reported Defect within seven (7) business days of notification, and
Flock shall use commercially reasonable efforts to repair or replace, in Flock's sole
discretion, the defective Flock Hardware at no additional cost to Customer.
8.2. Flock Representations and Warranties. Flock represents and warrants to Customer
that (a) the Flock Services, when used in accordance with the Agreement and as
expressly authorized by Flock, do not infringe any valid patent, registered copyright, or
other registered intellectual property right under the laws of the United States, provided
that Flock makes no warranty to the extent such infringement results from (i) use of the
Flock Services by Customer in combination with any data, software, or equipment not
provided by Flock, where such infringement would have been avoided absent such
combination, or (ii) any breach of the Agreement by, or any negligent or other wrongful
act or omission of, Customer or any party acting on Customer's behalf; (b) Flock's
personnel will perform the Flock Services in a professional and workmanlike manner,
consistent with generally accepted industry standards; and (c) Flock's personnel
performing the Flock Services will be appropriately trained for their assigned roles and
will perform the Flock Services in all material respects in accordance with prevailing
industry standards.
8.3. Customer Representations and Warranty. Customer represents and warrants to
Flock that Customer shall use the Flock Services only in compliance with the
Agreement, the Permitted Purpose, and Applicable Law.
8.4. Mutual Representations and Warranties. Each Party represents and warrants to the
other Party that (a) it has the requisite corporate power and authority to execute and
perform its obligations under the Agreement; (b) the person executing the Agreement
on its behalf has the authority to bind it hereunder and that such Party's execution of the
Agreement is not in violation of such Party's bylaws, certificate of incorporation, or other
comparable document; (c) the execution, delivery, or performance of the Agreement will
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not violate or conflict with, require consent under, or result in any breach or default of (i)
Applicable Law, or (ii) any covenants or agreements by which such Party or any of its
assets are bound; and (d) each Party will comply with Applicable Law.
8.5. Disclaimer. THE REMEDY DESCRIBED IN SECTION 8.1 ABOVE IS CUSTOMER'S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, AND FLOCK'S SOLE LIABILITY, WITH RESPECT
TO DEFECTS. FLOCK DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE FLOCK SERVICES WILL
BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE NOR DOES IT MAKE ANY WARRANTY AS
TO THE RESULTS THAT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM USE OF THE FLOCK
SERVICES. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION 8, THE
FLOCK SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS," AND FLOCK DISCLAIMS ALL
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED (EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW), WITH RESPECT TO
ANY SERVICE OR ITEM PROVIDED HEREUNDER. THIS SECTION 8.5 APPLIES TO
THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
8.6. Insurance. Flock will maintain the insurance policies set forth on Exhibit A attached
hereto.
9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY; INDEMNITY.
9.1. EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO FEES AND OTHER CHARGES PROPERLY DUE AND
PAYABLE BY CUSTOMER TO FLOCK, EACH PARTY'S CUMULATIVE, AGGREGATE
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH, OR ARISING IN ANY WAY OR IN ANY DEGREE
FROM, THE AGREEMENT, FROM THE FLOCK SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE FROM
THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF EITHER PARTY WILL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL
AMOUNT PAID BY CUSTOMER TO FLOCK IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEFORE
SUCH CLAIM AROSE. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY,
NEITHER PARTY WILL BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES;
ADDITIONAL OVERHEAD AND PAYROLL; LOST PROFITS OR BUSINESS
OPPORTUNITIES; LOSS OF DATA; OR THE COST OF PROCUREMENT OF
SUBSTITUTE ITEMS OR SERVICES. THIS SECTION 9 APPLIES TO THE EXTENT
PERMITTED BY LAW. The Parties hereby acknowledge that the remedies set forth
above are reasonable and will not fail of their essential purpose.
9.2. Flock shall indemnify and hold harmless Customer, its appointed and elected officials,
officers, agents and employees, from liability of any kind, including claims, costs
(including defense) and expenses, on account of: (i) any copyrighted material, patented
or unpatented invention, articles, device or appliance manufactured or used in the
performance of this Agreement; (ii) any damage or injury to property or person directly
caused by Flock's installation of Flock Hardware, except to the extent such damage or
injury was caused by the negligence of the Customer or its agents, appointed and
elected officials, officers or employees, and (iii) any breach of Customer Data or
violation of Applicable Law. Flock's performance of this indemnity obligation shall not
exceed the fees paid and/or payable for the services rendered under this Agreement in
the preceding twelve (12) months; provided that the foregoing cap on liability shall not
apply to indemnification due to Section 9.2(iii) above.
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10. FLOCK HARDWARE (APPLICABLE ONLY WHERE CUSTOMER HAS LICENSED
FLOCK HARDWARE)
10.1. Flock Hardware. Customer is not permitted to remove, reposition, re -install,
tamper with, alter, adjust, or otherwise take possession or control of Flock Hardware.
Customer agrees and understands that in the event Customer is found to engage in any
of the foregoing restricted actions, all warranties herein shall be null and void, and Flock
shall be entitled to terminate the Agreement in accordance with Section 7.2(a).
Customer shall not perform any acts which would interfere with the retention of title of
the Flock Hardware by Flock. Should Customer default on any payment of the Flock
Services, Flock may immediately cut off access to the Web Interface and remove Flock
Hardware at Flock's discretion. Such actions, if made by Flock, shall not be deemed a
waiver of Flock's rights to any damages Flock may sustain as a result of Customer's
default, and Flock shall have the right to enforce any other legal remedy or right.
10.2. Deployment Plan. Flock shall advise Customer on the location and positioning
of the Flock Hardware for optimal product functionality, as conditions and locations
allow. Flock will collaborate with Customer to design the strategic geographic mapping
of the location(s) and implementation of Flock Hardware to create a deployment plan
associated with each Order Form (each, a "Deployment Plan"). In the event that Flock
determines that Flock Hardware will not achieve optimal functionality at a designated
location, Flock shall have final discretion to veto a specific location and will provide
alternative options to Customer. After installation of Flock Hardware, any subsequent
requested changes to the Deployment Plan, including relocating, re -positioning,
adjusting of the mounting, removing foliage, replacement, and/or changes to heights of
poles will incur a fee as set forth in the Reinstall Fee Schedule. Customer will receive
prior notice and confirm approval of any such fees.
10.3. Customer Installation Obligations. Customer is responsible for any applicable
supplementary cost as described in the Customer Implementation Guide. Customer
represents and warrants that it has, or shall lawfully obtain, all necessary right title and
authority and hereby authorizes Flock to install the Flock Hardware at the designated
locations and to make any necessary inspections or maintenance in connection with
such installation.
10.4. Replacements In the event that Flock Hardware is lost, stolen, or damaged,
Customer may request a replacement of Flock Hardware at a fee as set forth in the
Reinstall Fee Schedule. In the event Customer chooses not to replace lost, damaged,
or stolen Flock Hardware, Customer understands and agrees that Flock is not liable for
any resulting impact to the Flock Services, nor shall Customer receive a refund for the
lost, damaged, or stolen Flock Hardware.
10.5. Hazardous Conditions. Flock Services do not contemplate hazardous
materials, or other hazardous conditions, including, without limit, asbestos, lead, or toxic
or flammable substances. In the event any such hazardous materials are discovered in
the designated locations in which Flock is to perform services under the Agreement,
Flock shall have the right to cease work immediately.
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11. MISCELLANEOUS
11.1. Severability. If any provision of the Agreement is found to be illegal,
unenforceable, or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum
extent necessary so that the Agreement will otherwise remain in full force and effect.
11.2. Assignment. Neither Party may assign the Agreement or any right under the
Agreement, in each case by operation of law or otherwise, except as otherwise
permitted hereunder without the prior written consent of the other Party, and any
attempt to assign the Agreement or any right under the Agreement in breach of the
provisions of this Section 11.2 shall be null and void. The foregoing notwithstanding,
either Party may assign the Agreement upon written notice to the other Party in
connection with (a) any reorganization, conversion, consolidation or merger of such
Party, (b) any transaction resulting in the holders (together with their affiliates) of a
majority of the voting securities, membership interest or right to appoint a majority of the
members of the board of directors or similar governing body of such Party as of
immediately prior to such transaction, holding less than such a majority as of
immediately after such transaction, or (c) any sale, transfer or exclusive license of all or
a majority of the assets of such Party that are pertinent to the Agreement or, in each
case of (a) through (c) whether consummated in one transaction or a series of related
transactions. For the avoidance of doubt, the assigning Party and the assignee will
remain liable jointly and severally for any unperformed obligations under the Agreement
or any breach hereof arising prior to the effective date of any assignment of the
Agreement. The Agreement is binding on the Parties and their successors and
permitted assigns.
11.3. Entire Agreement. The Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between
the Parties relating to the Flock Services and supersedes all prior agreements,
understandings, and representations relating to the Flock Services. No waiver or
modification to the Agreement will be effective or binding unless signed by Customer
and a duly authorized representative of Flock, except as otherwise provided herein.
None of Customer's purchase orders, authorizations or similar documents will alter the
terms of the Agreement or be binding upon Flock, and any such terms are expressly
rejected. Any mutually agreed purchase order is subject to the terms of the Agreement.
Customer agrees that Customer's purchase is neither contingent upon the delivery of
any future functionality or features nor dependent upon any oral or written comments
made by Flock with respect to future functionality or feature.
11.4. Relationship. The Parties intend that nothing contained in the Agreement be
construed to create an agency, partnership, joint venture, employment, or like
relationship between the Parties, and their relationship is and will remain that of
independent Parties to a contractual service relationship. Neither Party will be liable for
the debts or obligations of the other Party.
11.5. Governing Law; Dispute Resolution. The Agreement, and any controversy or
claim arising out of or relating to the Agreement (each, a "Dispute") shall be governed
exclusively by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of
Washington, without regard to its conflicts of laws principles. If any Dispute cannot be
settled through direct discussions, the Parties agree to endeavor first to settle such
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Dispute by mediation administered by the American Arbitration Association under its
Commercial Mediation Procedures before resorting to litigation. The Federal District
Court in the State of Washinaton will be the exclusive venue for anv resolution of an,
Dispute. If the Federal District Court in the State of Washington does not have subject
matter jurisdiction, Washington state courts shall be the exclusive venue for any
resolution of any Dispute. The Parties hereby submit to and consent irrevocably to the
jurisdiction of such court for these purposes.
11.6. Publicity. Flock will obtain Customer's consent before using Customer's name or
logo in a manner signifying an endorsement of Flock by Customer; provided, however
that Flock may refer to Customer as a current customer without first obtaining
Customer's consent.
11.7. Feedback. Any Feedback: (a) is given to Flock without claim of intellectual
property right by Customer, (b) by its receipt grants Flock a royalty free, worldwide,
transferable, sub -licensable, irrevocable, perpetual license to commercialize, use, and
incorporate such Feedback into its software, services, or systems, or use as it otherwise
deems necessary or desirable in its business, and (c) will not enable Customer to claim
any interest in or ownership of Flock Property.
11.8. Export. Customer may not remove or export from the United States or expressly
allow the export or re-export of Flock Property or anything related thereto, or any direct
product thereof in violation of any restrictions, laws or regulations of the United States
Department of Commerce, the United States Department of Treasury Office of Foreign
Assets Control, or any other United States or foreign Customer or authority. As defined
in Federal Acquisition Regulation ("FAR"), section 2.101, the Flock Services, Flock
Hardware, and documentation are "commercial items" according to the Department of
Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation ("DFAR") section 252.2277014(a)(1) and are
deemed to be "commercial computer software" and "commercial computer software
documentation." Flock is compliant with FAR Section 889 and does not contract or do
business with, use any equipment, system, or service that uses the enumerated banned
Chinese telecommunication companies, equipment, or services as a substantial or
essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any Flock
system. Consistent with DFAR section 227.7202 and FAR section 12.212, any use,
modification, reproduction, release, performance, display, or disclosure of such
commercial software or commercial software documentation by the U.S. Government
will be governed solely by the terms of the Agreement and will be prohibited except to
the extent expressly permitted by the terms of the Agreement.
11.9. Headings. The headings are merely for organization and should not be
construed as adding meaning to the Agreement or interpreting the associated sections.
11.10. Conflict. To the extent of a conflict between the Agreement and any applicable
statement of work or mutually -agreed purchase order, the Agreement controls unless
explicitly stated otherwise. From time to time, Flock may offer certain special terms
applicable to the Order Form in which they are included ("Special Terms"). To the
extent that any terms of this Master Services Agreement are inconsistent or conflict with
the Special Terms set forth in any Order Form, the Special Terms shall control.
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11.11. Notices. All notices under the Agreement will be in writing and will be deemed to
have been duly given when received, if personally delivered; when receipt is
electronically confirmed, if transmitted by email; the day after it is sent, if sent for next
day delivery by recognized overnight delivery service; and upon receipt, if sent by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested. All notices will be provided to the
email or mailing address listed in the Order Form.
11.12. Non -Appropriation. All obligations of the Customer under the Agreement which
require the expenditure of public funds are conditioned on the availability of said funds
appropriated for that purpose. To the extent applicable, if funds are not appropriated for
a future fiscal year, Customer shall have the right to terminate the Agreement for non -
appropriation at the end of the applicable fiscal year upon thirty (30) days' written notice
to Flock. Customer shall remain responsible for all amounts incurred prior to
termination, and non -appropriation shall not be based on discretionary budget decisions
or operate as a termination for convenience right.
11.13. Construction. When used in the Agreement, "including" means "including
without limitation."
11.14. Force Majeure.
11.14.1. If a Force Majeure Event prevents a Party from complying with any one or
more obligations under the Agreement, that inability to comply will not constitute
breach if (a) that Party uses reasonable efforts to perform those obligations; (b) that
Party's inability to perform those obligations is not due to its failure to (i) take
reasonable measures to protect itself against events or circumstances of the same
type as that Force Majeure Event, or (ii) develop and maintain a reasonable
contingency plan to respond to events or circumstances of the same type as that
Force Majeure Event; and (c) that Party complies with its obligations under Section
11.14.2.
11.14.2. During a Force Majeure Event, the noncomplying Party shall use
reasonable efforts to limit damages to the other Party and to resume its
performance under the Agreement.
11.15. Third Parties. Except as explicitly set forth herein, none of the provisions of the
Agreement will be for the benefit of or enforceable by any third -party.
11.16. Waivers. No failure by a Party to insist upon the strict performance of any term
or condition of the Agreement or to exercise any right or remedy hereunder will
constitute a waiver.
11.17. Execution. In connection with the Flock Services, a copy of a signed document
sent by PDF or fax will be deemed an original in the hands of the recipient. The
Agreement may be executed in counterparts and exchanged by electronic means, each
of which shall be deemed an original, and both of which together constitute only one
agreement between the Parties.
12. Breach Notification
12.1. Flock shall maintain a data breach clan and shall implement the procedures
required under such data breach plan upon the occurrence of a data breach, as may be
required to enable Customer's compliance with Washington's data breach notification
law codified at RCW 42.56.590. Flock shall report, in writing, to Customer any data
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breach involving data maintained by Flock on behalf of the Customer including any
reasonable belief that an unauthorized individual has accessed Customer Data. The
report shall identify the nature of the event, a list of the affected individuals and the
types of data, and the mitigation and investigation efforts of Flock. Flock shall make the
report to Customer promptly upon discovery of the data breach, but in no event more
than five business days after discovery of the data breach. Flock shall provide
investigation updates to the Customer.
12.2. Flock shall promptly reimburse Customer in full for all costs incurred by Customer
in any investigation, remediation or litigation resulting from any data breach that results
from Flock's breach of this Agreement. Flock's duty to reimburse Customer includes but
is not limited to, reimbursing to Customer for its cost incurred in doing the following:
12.2.1. Notification to third parties whose information may have been compromised and
to regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies or other entities as may be required
by law or contract;
12.2.2. To the extent required by Applicable Law, establishing and monitoring call
center(s) and credit monitoring and/or identity restoration services to assist each
person impacted by a data breach of a nature that, in Customer's reasonable
discretion, could lead to identity theft; and
12.2.3. Payment of legal fees and expenses, audit costs, fines and penalties, and other
fees imposed upon Customer by a regulatory agency, court of law, or contracting
partner as a result of the data breach that resulted from Flock's breach of the
Agreement.
12.3. Upon the occurrence of a data breach, Flock is not permitted to notify affected
individuals without the express written consent of Customer. Unless Flock is required by
law to provide notification to third parties or the affected individuals in a particular
manner, Customer shall control the time, place, and manner of such notification.
Each Party is signing the Agreement on the date stated below that Party's signature.
FLOCK GROUP INC
By:
Name:
Title:
Date:
CUSTOMER: [
By:
Name:
Title:
Date:
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report shall identify the nature of the event, a list of the affected individuals and the
types of data, and the mitigation and investigation efforts of Flock. Flock shall make the
report to Customer promptly upon discovery of the data breach, but in no event more
than five business days after discovery of the data breach. Flock shall provide
investigation updates to the Customer.
12.2. Flock shall promptly reimburse Customer in full for all costs incurred by Customer
in any investigation, remediation or litigation resulting from any data breach that results
from Flock's breach of this Agreement. Flock's duty to reimburse Customer includes but
is not limited to, reimbursing to Customer for its cost incurred in doing the following:
12.2.1. Notification to third parties whose information may have been compromised and
to regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies or other entities as may be required
by law or contract;
12.2.2. To the extent required by Applicable Law, establishing and monitoring call
center(s) and credit monitoring and/or identity restoration services to assist each
person impacted by a data breach of a nature that, in Customer's reasonable
discretion, could lead to identity theft; and
12.2.3. Payment of legal fees and expenses, audit costs, fines and penalties, and other
fees imposed upon Customer by a regulatory agency, court of law, or contracting
partner as a result of the data breach that resulted from Flock's breach of the
Agreement.
12.3. Upon the occurrence of a data breach, Flock is not permitted to notify affected
individuals without the express written consent of Customer. Unless Flock is required by
law to provide notification to third parties or the affected individuals in a particular
manner, Customer shall control the time, place, and manner of such notification.
Each Party is signing the Agreement on the date stated below that Party's signature.
FLOCK GROUP INC
Signed by:
By:
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Name: Dan Haley
Title: Chief Leqal Officer
CUSTOMER: WA — Tukwila PD
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Date:5/9/2026 1 4:14 AM PDT Date:
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INSURANCE
Required Coverage. Flock shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement
insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise
from or in connection with the performance of the services under the Agreement and the
results of that work by Flock or its agents, representatives, employees, or
subcontractors. Insurance shall be placed with insurers with a current A. M. Best rating
of no less than "A" and "VI I". Flock shall obtain and, during the term of the Agreement,
shall maintain policies of professional liability (errors and omissions), automobile liability,
and general liability insurance for insurable amounts of the limits listed herein. The
insurance policies shall provide that the policies shall remain in full force during the life of
the Agreement. Flock shall procure and shall maintain during the life of the
Agreement Worker's Compensation insurance as required by applicable State law for all
Flock employees. For the avoidance of doubt, (a) all required insurance limits by
Customer can be met through a combination of primary and excess/umbrella coverage,
and (b) Flock's Cyber and Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions insurance has a
shared limit of Five Million Dollars (5,000,000) per incident and in the aggregate.
2. Types and Amounts Required. Flock shall maintain the following insurance coverage
for the duration of the Agreement:
(a) Commercial General Liability insurance written on an occurrence basis with limits
of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence and Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000)
in the aggregate for bodily injury, death, and property damage, including personal injury,
liability assumed under an insured contract, independent contractors, broad -form
property damage, and product and completed operations coverage;
(b) Workers Compensation insurance in accordance with statutory limits;
(c) Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions insurance with limits of Five Million
Dollars ($5,000,000) each claim and in the aggregate;
(d) Commercial Automobile Liability insurance with a combined single limit of One
Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence for bodily injury, death, and property
coverage, including owned and non -owned and hired automobile coverage; and
(e) Cyber Liability insurance written on a per claim basis with limits of Five Million
Dollars ($5,000,000).
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City of Tukwila Thomas McLeod, Mayor
Mayor's Office - Marty Wine, City Administrator
The city of opportunity, the community of choice
TO: Mayor McLeod
Councilmembers
FROM: Marty Wine, City Administrator
DATE: May 12, 2026
SUBJECT: City Administrator's Report
The City Administrator Report is meant to provide the Council, staff, and the community with an
update on the activities of the City and on issues that concern Tukwila. Please let me know if you
have any questions or need additional information about any of the following items.
I. Intergovernmental Update
• Meeting re Boeing Access Infill Station: On April 30 the City hosted an open house at the
Museum of Flight to discuss impacts from Sound Transit Enterprise Initiative on the Boeing
Access Road Infill Station.
• Organics Summit: Public Works staff attended the Ecology -hosted Organics Summit on April
30. The summit was a chance to collaborate, share insights, and talk about organics
collection in our region with other local governments, haulers, and businesses. We discussed
organics management laws and solutions to reduce, rescue, and recover organic materials.
• Tukwila School District Provider Meeting: Human Services staff attended the monthly
Tukwila School District Provider meeting May 5.
• Sound Transit: Mayor McLeod participated in a Sound Transit Executive Committee meeting
on May 7. The final of five Sound Transit sub -area town hall meetings will be held on
Wednesday May 13 from 6-7:30 pm at Highline College Building 2. The meeting is an
opportunity for the public to hear directly from Sound Transit staff and Board Members about
the work the agency is doing to close a $34.5 billion budget gap on its long-range plan.
• Joint World Cup Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Trainings: Emergency Management,
in partnership with Covington, Kent, Maple Valley and SeaTac, wrapped up six months of EOC
training for staff in preparation forjoint World Cup EOC activations in June and July.
• Washington State Recycling Association/Washington Organics Regional Council
Conference: Public Works staff attended the joint Washington State Recycling
Association/Washington Organics Regional Council conference. This conference provides an
opportunity to learn from experts and change -makers from all sectors of the industry —
collection, processing, manufacturing, vendors, consulting, education and outreach,
government, and nonprofits.
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II. Community Events
• Repair Event: King County Solid Waste hosted a Repair Event on April 28 at the Tukwila
Community Center. More than 80 people attended the event; they worked on 93 items and
were able to fix or mend 73 of them. Repaired items included: 8 lamps, baby bottle machine,
ceramic camel, ceramic bird, 2 coffee machines, rice cooker, sewing machine, Keurig coffee
maker, clock, dresser drawer, candle holder, vacuum/carpet cleaner, Segway, watchband, 5
shoes, vacuum cleaner, 3 fans, laptop computer, CD player, 2 dresses, t-shirt, 8 pairs of pants
orjeans, shower curtain, sweater, hat, coat, pair of overalls, 2 blankets, backpack, 6 Somali
dresses, 4 hijabs, 2 sheets, and a skirt.
Tukwila State of the City Event: On April 29 the 2nd Annual Tukwila State of the City Event
took place at Foster High School Performing Arts Center. City Departments werejoined by 23
community partners to provide information to attendees about regional programs and
services. Mayor McLeod delivered a highly engaging State of the City presentation supported
by the Voices of Tukwila Community Choir. View the 2026 State of the City Address here.
Transportation Demand Management Events: Transportation Demand Management staff
tabled at the following events:
o South King County Career Showcase on April 30 to promote the South King County Trips
sustainable transportation rewards program and distribute ORCA cards.
o The King County Metro Neighborhood Pop-up at Tukwila Library on May 4 to promote the
South King County Trips sustainable transportation rewards program and distribute ORCA
cards.
o Presented to Tukwila Teen Council on May 5 about what we do and the transportation
resources available to community members.
o The Seattle Southside Morning Mix & Mingle on May 7 to promote free $25 ORCA cards for
employers to help mitigate traffic impacts of the World Cup. Employers can request ORCA
cards at www.skctrips.com/25-orca.
• Parks & Recreation World Cup Events: Parks & Recreation kicked off its World Cup events
with the Tuk Cup soccer tournament on May 2 at the Foster High School Athletic Field. The
event was open to all elementary students in the Tukwila School District. The day was filled
with games, prizes, giveaways, and nonstop fun.120 students registered for the event. The
Department's second World Cup Event will be a Youth FIFA Esports Tournament. The event
will be held at the Tukwila Community Center on May 13 from 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. and feature
1v1 matchups. The grand prize winner will take home a Sony PlayStation.
• Urban Plan Presentations: Economic development staff participated in the Urban Plan
student presentations at Foster High on May 8.
• Pride Flag Raising: The LGBTQ+ Pride Flag will be raised on June 1 at City Hall, The Justice
Center, and the Tukwila Community Center.
• Juneteenth Commemoration: The 6th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration will be June 19
from llam-1:30pm in the Sullivan Center Plaza. The Keynote speaker will be Reverend Dr.
Leslie Braxton.
• World Refugee Day: World Refugee Day will be celebrated on June 20 from 12-5pm at Foster
High School.
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III. Staff Updates
Public Safety
Meeting with Greater Seattle Korean Association (GSKA): Interim Chief Eric Lund met with
the chair of Greater Seattle Korean Association on May 6. GSKA is a non-profit organization
based in Tukwila. The meeting was an opportunity for the organization to share some
background about GSKA and the services they provide to the community.
Project Updates
• Human Services 2027 -2028 Applications: Staff pre-screened 107 applications requesting
Human Services funding in the 2027-28 budget. The applications will be reviewed by the
Human Services Advisory Board who will make recommendations to City Council.
• The People's Project Ballot: The People's Project ballot was launched at the State of the City
event. Community members can spend their `TukBucks'to vote for community improvement
proposals through May 31. For details go to www.tukwilawa.gov/ThePeopiesProject.
• Public Art Program: As a part of the World Cup, the Public Art Program is in the installation
stage of a number of art projects at Tukwila Village and Baker Boulevard - both will be sites of
watch parties. The art is an element to create festive zones where community connections
can be made. Visit this Google Map to view the progress of the installations: World Cup Art
Walk.
• Improvements at Crestview Park: The parking lot was restriped, redwood trees were
pruned, site spraying for weeds and irrigation checks were done, as well as ballfield
grooming.
• Tukwila Community Center (TCC) Spray Park: The Spray Park at TCC is getting ready for its
Memorial Day opening and saw the installation of new sunshades to make the park more
enjoyable for visitors on hot summer days.
• Rain Garden Partnership: Public Works staff is beginning a rain garden effort with Foster
High School to solve a drainage problem near their garden, starting a "Stream Team" effort,
and addressing their Bus Washing needs.
• Southgate Creek Sewer Investigation: Southgate Creek sewer investigation concludes that
there is no illicit connection (sewer to surface waters) in the basin. Past bacteria complaints
can be fully attributed to beaver activity.
• 65th and Southcenter Traffic Signal Project: The bus shelter foundation has been poured.
Work on this project phase is expected to be completed by June 15.
• Adopt -a -Road Program: The City's new Adopt -a -Road program was launched and is now on
the City of Tukwila website.
• Stormwater Outreach Campaign: Public Works staff have found several residential
properties discharging non-stormwater into the stormwater system typical of "spring
cleaning" and are beginning an outreach campaign in affected neighborhoods using printed
door hangers.
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Boards, Commissions and Committees
We welcome the City Council to encourage community members to apply for vacant Board &
Commission positions.
• Arts Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026.
2 Resident position terms expire March 31, 2027.
VACANT: 1 Resident Position.
• Civil Service Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2026.
No vacancies.
• COPCAB: The next meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2026.
1 business/resident position term expires March 31, 2027.
1 resident position term expires March 31, 2027.
1 school district position expires March 31, 2027.
VACANT: 1 Business position and Student Representative.
• Equity & Social Justice Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2026.
1 City Employee position term expires March 31, 2027.
1 Education/Community position terms expire March 31, 2027.
2 Community position terms expire March 31, 2027.
VACANT: 1 Community position.
• Human Services Advisory Board: The next meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2026.
1 Resident position term expires March 31, 2027.
1 Business/Resident position term expires March 31, 2027.
No vacancies.
• Library Advisory Board: The next meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2026.
4 Resident position terms expire March 31, 2027.
VACANT: Student Representative.
• Lodging Tax Advisory Committee: The next meeting is in the process of being scheduled.
All positions are 1-year terms.
VACANT: 1 Business Collecting Tax Representative & 1 Business Funded by Tax Representative.
• Park Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2026.
2 Community position terms expire March 31, 2027.
VACANT: Student Representative.
• Planning Commission: The next meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2026.
3 Resident positions expire March 31, 2027.
No vacancies.
IV. Responses to Council/Community Inquiries
Date of
Inquiry
Inquiry
Response
March & April
Several inquiries have been made
Staff will be returning to Council in July with
Council
about aspects of the Moratorium on
additional information addressing these
meetings
Applications for Correctional
inquiries.
Institutions and Detention Facilities.
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March 2, 2026
Public comment was made about
In late April, Public Works developed a multi -
roadside garbage being problematic
prong approach to improving the City's
and discouraging.
response to litter, including a Public Works
Department All -Hands Litter Work Party on
March 18; a contract for litter pickup in and
around Highway interchanges in May &June.
The first of three rounds of ramp litter pick-up
was completed on May 8.
Also noted at State of the City event, Adopt -a -
Road was re -launched at the end of April, and a
Roadside Litter Fact Sheet is being developed
focused on litter awareness for web and social
media distribution in 5 different languages.
March 23, 2026
Councilmember Kru tier asked about
There are no projects for S 141s' Street in the
the student walkway on S. 141s'
current Capital Improvement Plan.
Street between TIB and 42nd Ave -
between former Knight's Inn and
mobile home park. She indicated
the street is narrow and very
muddy, causing students to walk in
the middle and asked if there is a
solution.
May 4, 2026
Public comment was made about
Facilities tested the hot water in the TCC
the women's locker room water
showers, and it was confirmed to be within the
temperature at the Tukwila
acceptable range of 100-120OF per WAC 246-
Community Center (TCC).
366-060. The team has adjusted the
temperature to 105°F which is the low end of
the range and will continue monitoring to
ensure it doesn't drop below the acceptable
range.
The ADA Accessible Stall Women's Shower was
reported out of service on May 4 and requires
replacement of both the mixing valve and the
showerhead piping. Repairs are in progress and
should be completed soon.
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