TACOMA, Wash. — The Union Avenue to South Tacoma Way Bridge Repair project is now complete. This project repaired the existing off-ramp from Union Avenue to South Tacoma Way that was damaged by a fire in February 2023. Community members with questions about this project may contact Steve Carstens, P.E., Bridge Program Manager, at scarstens@cityoftacoma.org or (253) […]
Tacoma is Named a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 2023 Culture of Health Prize Winner
TACOMA, Wash. —Today, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) announced that Tacoma is one of nine communities chosen to receive the 2023 RWJF Culture of Health Prize. The Prize celebrates communities across the country where people and organizations are collaborating to build positive solutions to barriers that have created unequal opportunities for health and well-being. […]
City of Tacoma Awards Contract for Economic Disparity Study
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma has contracted with Keen Independent, an equity research firm, to gather data about marketplace conditions and to identify any disparities there may be with City contracting. The study will make recommendations on policy and programmatic direction the City may adopt to achieve equity in contracting and support of […]
Repair of Rail Crossing and Surrounding Pavement at East 15th and East F Streets Scheduled for Nov. 15
TACOMA, Wash. – On November 15, from 7:30 AM – 4 PM, the City of Tacoma will partner with BNSF Railway to repair a rail crossing and surrounding pavement at East 15th and East F streets. While this work is being done, and that intersection is closed, detour signage will be in place. Residents and businesses […]
Downtown Parking Survey Available Now Through December 8
TACOMA, Wash. — To better understand the evolving commuting habits of downtown employees, residents and visitors, the City of Tacoma’s Parking Services team is seeking community input on their downtown Tacoma parking and transportation experience. The Downtown Parking Survey is available now through December 8, 2023 – in English and Spanish – at cityoftacoma.org/parking. Survey results […]
Applicants Sought for the Library Board of Trustees
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is looking for qualified applicants, who are residents of Tacoma, to fill a position on the Library Board of Trustees. The Board oversees the management and operation of the Tacoma Public Library system and is comprised of five members who are nominated by the Mayor and appointed by a majority vote […]
City of Tacoma Partners With Funded Shelter Providers to Expand Tacoma’s Shelter Capacity This Winter by 170 Beds
TACOMA, Wash. — For the 2023-2024 winter weather season, the City of Tacoma has partnered with funded shelter providers to ensure that unsheltered individuals have access to indoor shelter options. These efforts have expanded the City’s shelter capacity by 170 beds. For the seasonal beds, Tacoma Rescue Mission will operate a shelter at Holy Rosary Church starting November 15, […]
City of Tacoma’s Green Economic Development Strategy Recognized With a Smart Communities Award
TACOMA, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Commerce has announced the winners of this year’s Governor’s Smart Communities Awards. In the “Smart Climate Strategies” category, the City of Tacoma’s Green Economic Development Strategy was recognized for leveraging government climate policies and funding, as well as consumer demand, to: The City of Tacoma is one of the first […]
McKinley Neighborhood Plan Recognized With a Smart Communities Award
TACOMA, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Commerce has announced the winners of this year’s Governor’s Smart Communities Awards. In the “Smart Equity Strategies” category, the McKinley Neighborhood Plan was recognized for centering equity in planning and community engagement. It distills local and regional strategic goals into four major priorities identified by the neighborhood: A community-led action […]