Some residents may be eligible for utility tax rebates
In 2003 the City of Tukwila imposed a Utility Tax and added surcharge to Seattle City Light customers as a franchise fee. A policy has been established by the City to rebate the additional taxes and franchise surcharge fees to low-income seniors (62 or older) or disabled residents who may be eligible for electric and natural gas utility rebates.
Criteria for Eligibility
- Must be at least 62 years of age or disabled
- Must have combined income of less than $31,150 or less than $27,250 if single
- Must be a Puget Sound Energy or Seattle City Light customer
Required Information for Year 2011 Relief
(due by June 30, 2012)
- Must provide copy of their Income Tax Return
- Must provide copy of December 2011 Puget Sound Energy and/or Seattle City Light statements that show both customer name and account numbers
- Must complete front & back of application available in the Finance Department at City Hall or printable from the City’s website.(see below)
♦ View or print the Utility Relief Program Application in PDF format.
Payment Process
Those applicants determined to be eligible will receive a rebate check from the City based on the actual taxes and surcharges paid. For more information, please contact Lily Jue, Internal Tax Auditor, at 206 433-7190 or send email to Lily.Jue@TukwilaWA.gov.
