Beginning in 2023, over 600 asylees have passed through an encampment site owned and managed by the Riverton Park United Methodist Church (RPUMC) in Tukwila. Learn more about the actions the City is taking to help address the crisis and raise awareness.
City of Tukwila News
Join us for a Comprehensive Plan Community Open House on February 1, 2024
Work on the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan is winding down. Your input is needed now, more than ever! You are invited to provide comment on the Plan before it moves on to the Planning Commission for a Public Hearing in March 2024.
Warm spaces available ahead of winter weather blast
Residents of asylee encampment also provided temporary warm housing.
Applicants for City Council Position No. 3
Read the applications submitted for the vacant City Council Position No. 3
The City is looking for volunteers to serve on a Board, Commission or Committee
The City of Tukwila is assisted in its operations in several areas by the volunteers who serve on our Boards, Commissions and Committees. The following advisory bodies have terms ending March 31, 2024.
Seeking Applicants for City Council Vacancy
The City Council is accepting applications from residents interested in appointment to a vacant position.
Seeking Input on Enhanced Renter Protections
The City Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed ordinance that would strengthen renter protections in the City of Tukwila.
3rd Quarter Citywide Work Plan Update
Every quarter, an update to the citywide work plan is included in a City Council meeting packet as an update to Councilmembers and the public on the activities and efforts […]
Recology’s Solid Waste Contract in Tukwila takes effect on November 1st
With the Recology Tukwila Solid Waste Contract taking effect on November 1st, we want to ensure that all customers have access to the necessary resources for a successful transition.
Mayor Ekberg declares State of Emergency to address growing number of asylum seekers
Today, pursuant to powers granted under the Tukwila Municipal Code, Mayor Allan Ekberg has declared a State of Emergency to address the growing number of asylum seekers in the region who are seeking assistance in the City of Tukwila.