TACOMA, Wash. – The Parking Technical Advisory Group (PTAG) is seeking applicants to fill three positions. Applicants seeking a position must be a user of Tacoma’s transportation system. Appointees will serve a two-year term from December 2023 to December 2025. The PTAG reviews current parking policies and how they impact transportation users. Periodically, the PTAG […]
Applicants Sought for the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill 12 positions on the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee: The Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee is an advisory panel to staff as it pertains to the City’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) policy. The Committee is responsible for monitoring compliance with all provisions and regulations of […]
Six Positions Open on Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill six positions on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities: five member positions and one youth position, between the ages of 16 and 18. The Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities is comprised of 11 volunteers from Tacoma and Pierce County with a variety of experiences and expertise. […]
Council Member Comments on South End Neighborhood Council’s Recent ‘Compassionate Tacoma’ Recognition
“I (Joe Bushnell) recently nominated the South End Neighborhood Council (SENCo) for the Mayor’s Compassionate Tacoma recognition in honor of its members’ inspirational and transformative efforts to create safe, healthy and beautiful community gathering spaces in Tacoma’s South End. It is a recognition well deserved. “With determination and a clear vision for the future, SENCo […]
Business Certification Workshop on June 28
TACOMA, Wash. — As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting team is partnering with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises to host a business certification workshop and Q&A […]
City of Destiny Awards June 21
The City of Destiny Awards will be presented with a ceremony at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall (2727 East D Street in Tacoma) on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. presentations will be made by Tacoma City Council Members and City Executive Leadership, with performances by Tacoma City Ballet and Tacoma musician Sam Parker. The event begins with a […]
Home in Tacoma Phase 2 Engagement Continues With Addition of Events on June 22 and 26
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma has added two more open house events to the six that have already been held for the Home in Tacoma Project. This is a multi-year effort to update Tacoma’s residential zoning to increase housing supply, choice and affordability. The community is invited to these open houses to discuss […]
Two Positions Open on the Transportation Commission
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill two positions on the Transportation Commission: At-Large No. 2 and Council District No. 4. All members must be Tacoma residents. If your Council District is unknown, please visit the District Map. The Transportation Commission advises the City Council on transportation-related matters, including short-term and long-range transportation […]
Public Hearing for 2023 Annual Amendment to One Tacoma Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulatory Code
On Tuesday, June 27, 2023, the City of Tacoma City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2023 Annual Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulatory Code. The hearing will be held during the City Council meeting and will begin upon completion of the regular agenda items, no earlier than 5:15 […]