TACOMA, Wash. – Community members are invited to join the City of Tacoma at two virtual workshops to learn more about the 2025–2026 Biennial Budget development process. At each workshop, the Office of Management and Budget will walk through the interactive budget tool – “Balancing Act” – to break down the 2025–2026 Proposed General Fund […]
‘Construction 201’ Workshop on November 5
TACOMA, Wash. – A “Construction 201” workshop and Q&A session will be hosted by the City of Tacoma’s Community and Economic Development Department on November 5, from 1 – 3 PM, in support of the City’s ongoing efforts to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. […]
City of Tacoma Expands Efforts to Address Homelessness With New Street Medicine Program
TACOMA, Wash. – Building on its ongoing commitment to address homelessness in Tacoma, the City of Tacoma is proud to announce the launch of a Street Medicine Pilot Program. This program will bring crucial healthcare services directly to people living unsheltered, marking a significant step forward in the City of Tacoma’s comprehensive approach to homelessness. The […]
City of Tacoma Announces Formation of New Integrated Office to Enhance Effectiveness and Coordination
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma has announced the formation of a new integrated office within the City Manager’s Office, bringing together the expertise and efforts of the Office of Strategy, Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability, Office of Equity and Human Rights, and Government Relations Office. This strategic alignment seeks to enhance the […]
South Frontage Road On/Off Ramp at Port of Tacoma Road to Close for Maintenance Oct. 25-26
TACOMA, Wash. – The South Frontage Road on / off ramp at Port of Tacoma Road will close for maintenance from 7 AM on October 25 to 7 PM on October 26. During this closure, crews will remove and replace the asphalt on both lanes of the ramp, and drivers will need to use detours […]
City of Tacoma Working on Partnership Agreement With Metro Parks to Expand and Enhance Senior Services
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma is working on a partnership agreement with Metro Parks to expand and enhance services for seniors aged 50 and older. This collaboration aims to leverage the resources and expertise of both organizations to provide a wider range of programs, activities, and resources for Tacoma’s growing senior population. “This […]
Community Invited to Cushman and Adams Substations Workshops on October 21 and 26
TACOMA, Wash. – Community members are invited to engage in the next phase of the Cushman and Adams substations future use planning efforts, as potential development and property use scenarios are presented at workshops on October 21 and 26. These scenarios incorporate the community ideas and feedback from earlier visioning workshops as well as more […]
Tacoma City Council Authorizes Funds for a Pride-Themed Decorative Crosswalk on Broadway in Downtown Tacoma
TACOMA – On October 15, the Tacoma City Council authorized $35,000 in one-time funding to install a Pride-themed decorative crosswalk between 9th and 11th streets on Broadway in Downtown Tacoma. “As Tacoma’s first out queer female council member, I am engaged with our queer community and know firsthand that our community has been asking the City to […]
Tacoma’s District 2 Decides to Spend $1 Million on Community Initiative Aimed at Creating a Vibrant Space
TACOMA, Wash. – Over 6,000 Participatory Budgeting votes were tallied from community members in District 2. The community-proposed project that was selected will design and build a covered skate park featuring public art in Downtown Tacoma, in a location under I-705. The proposed project is an exciting community initiative aimed at creating a vibrant space […]