New buffer requirements for lakes and streams are part of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Review under review by the Lakewood Planning Commission. The Planning Commission wants to hear from property owners who own land within 200 feet of a lake or stream shoreline. The proposed changes, which are required, may affect how you can […]
Public Hearing Notice – City of Lakewood Planning Commission
The City of Lakewood, WA Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendment docket list on June 26, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. All persons may submit written comments about the amendments no later than noon on June 25, 2024 or testify in-person or virtually during the […]
Lakewood City Manager June 14 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) June 14 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Summer Nights at the Pavilion kicks off Tuesday
Lakewood’s outdoor summer concert season kicks off Tuesday (June 18, 2024) with a Classic Rock performance from House Band of Lakewood. Join us this season for a great concert lineup. Fan favorites like Chapter 5 and Wally & The Beavs are back, along with new bands showcasing a variety of musical genres. Set up lawn […]
Quick Quack Car Wash files project applications in Lakewood
Project applications have been filed with the City of Lakewood Community and Economic Development Department. The following is a description of the applications and the process for review. The applications and listed studies may be reviewed by contacting the Lead Planner assigned to the project or by visiting the online permit portal and searching for […]
The Lakewood City Council June 17 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on June 17 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
‘The Big One’ gets a new home in Fort Steilacoom Park
For nearly 60 years a massive Douglas fir round sat perched atop a cement stand in an enclosure at the entrance of the Pierce County Library System’s Lakewood library branch on Wildaire Road SW. Today, the Tenzler Log, affectionately called “The Big One”, found a new home. With ease and skill, a crew from Omega […]
Lakewood recognized for Springbrook Park improvements
The City of Lakewood recently received the 2024 Spotlight Award from the Washington Recreation and Parks Association (WRPA) for the development and renovation of Springbrook Park. The Spotlight Award highlights excellence and achievement in the field of parks and recreation by honoring the efforts of public agencies for projects that display the highest standards in […]
Lakewood to invest in Gravelly Lake Commons
The City of Lakewood intends to invest federal HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) and HOME Investment Partnership American Rescue Plan Program (HOME ARP) funds into the redevelopment of 5516-5520 Fairlawn Dr. SW, Lakewood WA (a.k.a Gravelly Lake Commons), through grant agreement with Living Support Access Alliance (LASA). In compliance with 24 CFR 42.375, the City […]