The Washington State Department of Commerce has awarded $1.94 million to the City of Tacoma as part of the state’s Home Electrification Appliance Rebates (HEAR) grant program. Funded by Washington’s Climate Commitment Act, these rebates will be provided through a partnership with Tacoma Power. These grant funds are designed to help income-constrained residents transition from […]
Tacoma Police Department Receives High Marks from CALEA On-Site Inspection
TACOMA, Wash. – As part of our Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) accreditation, The Tacoma Police Department supports an annual review of all police policies, procedures, and record-keeping. Every fourth year, CALEA conducts an in-person, three-day review on-site at TPD. This month, CALEA conducted its on-site inspection, focusing on data and information management, as well […]
Special City Council Meeting June 21 Will Continue Charter Review Recommendations Discussion
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Council will continue its discussions on the Charter Review Committee’s recommendations for refinements to the City Charter during a special meeting tomorrow, June 21, at noon in Tacoma Municipal Building North (733 Market Street, Room 16). The City Charter is Tacoma’s constitution, or governing law. It sets forth the organization, and […]
North 14th Street Near Proctor Neighborhood Closed for Maintenance This Week
TACOMA, Wash. – North 14th Street, between North Madison Street and North Monroe Street, is scheduled to close for maintenance June 17 – 21 through the Residential Street Restoration Program. This work is weather-dependent, and timing may be subject to change. Community members with questions about the Residential Street Restoration Program can call Jeff Maki […]
Applications Open Now for Human and Social Service Provider Contracts, Funding
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood and Community Services Department invites human and social service agencies and organizations throughout the South Sound to apply for contract funding for the 2025-2026 funding cycle. The online application portal is open now until 11 AM on July 2. The City encourages a wide variety of groups […]
City of Tacoma Continues to Invite Community Engagement and Input During the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget Development Process
TACOMA, Wash. – Community members are encouraged to continue engaging in the City of Tacoma’s efforts to develop a 2025-2026 Biennial Budget that reflects a shared vision for a thriving Tacoma where everyone feels safe and has an opportunity to succeed. “Our community’s high level of engagement over the years has been vital to building […]
Applications for District 4 City Council Position Due June 24
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Clerk’s Office is seeking applications for the District 4 City Council position, expiring on December 31, 2025. Applicants must be qualified electors registered or eligible to register to vote, Tacoma residents for at least two years prior to filing, and District 4 residents for at least one year prior to […]
74 Arts, Culture, Heritage, and Science Organizations Funded by Tacoma Creates for 2024-2025
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma Creates Advisory Board (TCAB) has approved contracts for the 2024-2025 funding cycle totaling approximately $5.9 million, for 74 local non-profit organizations whose primary purpose is to advance or preserve arts, culture, heritage, and science. The vital cultural ecosystem supported by Tacoma Creates ranges from small, volunteer-led community programs to major […]
Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises Certification Workshops June 12 and 27
TACOMA, Wash. — As part of its ongoing work to address government contracting disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minorities, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) team is partnering with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE) staff to host two […]