TACOMA, Wash. – Community members can make this summer a season of walkable, family-friendly fun in Tacoma’s North End with the new Proctor Blocks: Open Streets Events series, starting June 1. The City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Planning Program is partnering with local organizations to host pedestrian-friendly street fairs and activities. This summer event series was inspired […]
Eight Positions Available on Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill eight positions on the Equity in Contracting (EIC) Advisory Committee: The Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee is an advisory panel to staff as it pertains to the City’s EIC policy. The Committee is responsible for monitoring compliance with all provisions and regulations […]
Pothole Palooza Will Focus on the Maintenance and Preservation of 10 Arterial Roadways June 3–7
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma will be out for Pothole Palooza the week of June 3 – 7, 2024. During this time, crews will showcase maintenance and preservation of 10 arterial roadway locations, with work slated to take place in each of Tacoma’s five City Council districts. ”Potholes are among the most visible […]
Three Positions Available on the Transportation Commission
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is inviting Tacoma residents to apply for positions on the Transportation Commission: At-Large Position 3 and Council District Positions 1 and 2. Interested applicants can reference this Council District Map to confirm which Council District they’re in. The Transportation Commission advises the City Council on transportation-related matters, such as short-term […]
North 12th Street – Between North Adams and North Washington Streets – Closed for Maintenance Until May 28
TACOMA, Wash. – North 12th Street – between North Adams and North Washington Streets – will be closed for maintenance 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 at (253) 591-5495.
Celebration of Life for Tacoma Council Member Catherine Ushka on May 23 at Eastside Community Center
TACOMA, Wash. – Community members are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Council Member Catherine Ushka on May 23, 2024 at the Eastside Community Center (1721 E. 56th St.). Doors open at 2 PM and the service begins at 2:30 PM. There will be a community reception immediately after the service. The service will […]
Five Positions Available on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill five positions on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities: four member positions and one youth position (for youth between the ages of 16 and 18). The Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities is comprised of 11 volunteers from Tacoma and Pierce County with […]
Work to Modernize City Council Chambers Set to Begin on May 22
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma’s work to modernize its Council Chambers – a vital space for engagement between the City Council, City leadership, residents, businesses, community partners and other stakeholders – is set to begin on May 22. Planned upgrades designed to improve accessibility and foster more productive face-to-face conversations include the removal […]
Calling All Volunteers! Tacoma’s Committees, Boards and Commissions Need You
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma invites residents who are interested in informing the City Council’s policy decisions on a range of local issues to consider joining one of the City’s numerous volunteer committees, boards and commissions. Each year, dozens of volunteer positions are open to residents and, in the next three months, the […]