The second episode of a three-part video series airs today. This video highlights members of the Lakes High School football team sharing how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s quote is at play in their lives. “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl. But no […]
LPD investigating shooting, homicide
Submitted by Sgt. Charles Porche, Lakewood Police. On Monday January 22 just prior to 7:00pm, Lakewood Officers were dispatched to multiple reports of shots fired in the 5100 block of Chicago Ave SW. At approximately the same time dispatch also received a call from a female who stated she was driving on Pacific Hwy SW […]
January 2024 Business Showcase: Veterans Roofing
Veterans Roofing started in Lakewood 14 years ago, but owner Jose Gonzales is a life-long Lakewood resident. He graduated from Clover Park School District schools and chose to return to Lakewood to start his business. An Army veteran, Gonzales wanted to name his company something that reflected not only his values and experience, but those […]
Celebrating Hidden Heroes
Each year the City of Lakewood, in partnership with the Clover Park School District, celebrates “Hidden Heroes” to coincide with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month. The goal of Hidden Heroes is to raise the visibility of Black and African American leaders in our community. The focus is on celebrating their […]
The Lakewood City Council Jan. 22 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Jan. 22 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here. That meeting will be followed by a Study Session. Access the agenda here.
Lakewood City Manager January 19 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) January 19 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Public meeting on impacts of new housing laws
Join us to learn more about proposed housing changes in state law that could affect our residential neighborhoods. Tiffany Spier, Lakewood’s Long Range and Strategic Planning Manager, will present information about recent changes to state law and how the city is responding. She’ll also share information about the city’s update to its Comprehensive Plan that […]
City of Lakewood video series highlights youth reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The City of Lakewood MLK Committee commissioned three videos for its annual recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year’s theme explores how Lakewood youth relate to the teachings and work of King. Students were asked to reflect on this famous King quote: “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then […]
The Lakewood City Council Jan. 16 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Jan. 16 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.