TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma residents and interested stakeholders are invited to rejoin a refreshed public input process to help determine the future for the Cushman and Adams substations in North Tacoma. The public engagement process for determining the future uses and redevelopment of the substation buildings and property once they are retired from utility service […]
City Conducting Its Two-Year In-Depth Community Survey Now Through July
TACOMA, Wash. – More than 750 households across Tacoma will receive a special packet this week as the City of Tacoma launches its biennial in-depth community survey. Every two years, the City conducts a scientific survey of randomly selected households from each of the City’s Council Districts to hear directly from community members on their […]
Public Invited to Comment on Police Accountability Proposal at June 10 CPAC Meeting
TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma community members are invited to attend the June 10 meeting of the Community’s Police Advisory Committee (CPAC) to give comments and feedback on the proposal developed by the Charter Review Committee regarding community oversight of the Tacoma Police Department. In early May, the Charter Review Committee submitted its full report and recommendations for City […]
Five Additional ‘One Tacoma’ Public Workshop Events Announced for June
TACOMA, Wash – Community members now have five additional “visioning workshop” events, including a virtual workshop via Zoom, where their ideas about Tacoma’s long-term future and strategic vision take center stage. The public comments and ideas gathered at the nine workshop events in May and June will, along with the One Tacoma Online Ideas Wall, […]
Sizzling, Savory Summer Event Series Kicks Off June 1 in the Heart of Proctor
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.