The City of Tukwila announced Jay Wittwer as the finalist for the City’s permanent Fire Chief position. His confirmation will be presented to the City Council on Monday, August 1. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm in the Tukwila City Council Chambers. If confirmed, he will be introduced to the Council at a subsequent meeting on August 8.
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East Marginal Way will be closed between S. Norfolk and S. 87th on July 16 & 17 for Boeing’s 100th year anniversary celebration.
On July 16th and 17th, Boeing will be celebrating the company’s 100th year anniversary at the Museum of Flight in Tukwila. The event will likely draw up to 150,000 current and former Boeing employees; their families; and guests. As part of the celebration, East Marginal Way will be closed between S. Norfolk and S. 87th.
Help Tukwila celebrate National Night Out Against Crime on August 2, 2016
Tuesday, August 2nd is of National Night Out Against Crime! This is a night for America to stand together and promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity. National Night Out showcases the vital importance of police-community partnerships and citizen involvement in our fight for a safer nation. On NNO, we invite neighborhoods citywide to join us and “give crime a going away party”.
Pro/Con committee members needed for potential public safety bond
As a part of the overall Public Safety Plan, the City of Tukwila is considering placing a 20-year voter approved bond on the November 8, 2016 general election ballot to support the needs of our first responders. Should the City Council decide to put this before the voters this fall, the City of Tukwila must forward names of individuals interested in being on the pro and con committees to provide statements in favor or in opposition to the ballot measure for the voters’ pamphlet.
Meet the six finalists for the Fire Chief position on July 11, 2016
Today the City of Tukwila announced the six candidates who will interview for the permanent Fire Chief position. The Tukwila community is invited to meet the candidates at a public reception on Monday, July 11 from 5:30 to 7:00pm.
Join us this weekend for a Public Safety Plan Open House!
The City has a proposal to invest in much-needed public safety facilities and equipment, including fire stations, fire trucks and other lifesaving equipment; a justice center to house the Tukwila Police Department and Municipal Court; and modern Public Works shops. We want your feedback and input! Please join us at one or all of these open houses and learn more about this effort from Tukwila firefighters, police officers and other City staff.
A new way to report an issue to the City
See a pothole on a street that needs attention? Was garbage dumped on your street? Did a street sign get tagged with graf fiti? You can now report any issue to the City 24 hours a day us ing a new mobile app and web-based reporting program
Valley Communication Center, our 911 Dispatch, is Hiring!
Are you ready for an amazing career? Are you ready to make a difference in someone’s life several times every single day? Are you ready to be part of a cohesive 911 team that sets the standard in the industry? Join our team for a steady paced, ever-changing fascinating work experience!
June 10 Annual Clean-up Event Update
On Tuesday, the City will review that each neighborhood has had their items picked up, and if items still remain, the City will collect them. If an item has not been picked up by end-of-day Tuesday, please call the City at 206-433-0179. Thank you for your patience with this overwhelming interest and participation in the Annual Clean-up event.
Big weekend lane reductions on southbound I-5 start in July for Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines
Drivers should plan a strategy now for weekend work on a project to rehabilitate southbound Interstate 5 south of Seattle. Starting July 8, drivers will see the first of five weekend lane reductions on southbound I-5, with sections reduced to two lanes from 10 p.m. Fridays to 5 a.m. Mondays each weekend.