TACOMA, Wash. – “In 2020, the Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution 40622 and committed our city to anti-racist systems transformation. When we talk about an anti-racist systems transformation, I believe we are fundamentally talking about the right of all people to live in peace and security. We are talking about everyone having the right to […]
Council Member Olgy Diaz Passes Resolution 41378 to Support Access to Phone Services for Detainees in the Northwest ICE Processing Center
TACOMA, Wash. – Tonight (March 5, 2024), the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 41378, authorizing an expenditure of $10,000 from the Council Contingency Fund in support of the Advocates for Immigrants in Detention Northwest (AIDNW) Phone Call Fund, provide detainees in the Northwest ICE Processing Center (NWIPC) access to phone services. At-Large Council Member Olgy Diaz […]
Maintenance Work on Milwaukee Way to Take Place March 7
TACOMA, Wash. – On Thursday March 7, 2024, between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, the southbound lane of Milwaukee Way at North Frontage Road will be closed for street repairs. There will be local access to businesses but no thru traffic. Detours will be in place. Community members with questions can call Derrick […]
2024 Historic Preservation Awards Nominations Open
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2024 Historic Preservation Awards. The awards celebrate the best in preservation projects and programming. “The annual Historic Preservation Awards are a great way to shine a light on the people and projects keeping Tacoma’s history alive, whether that’s by renovating a historic […]
Applicants Sought for Six Volunteer Positions on the City Events and Recognitions Committee
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill volunteer positions on the City Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) representing Council Districts 1, 2 and 4. There are also three At-Large volunteer positions. All applicants must be Tacoma residents and those seeking a district position must reside in that district. The 11-member CERC is […]
Hylebos Bridge Closed to Vehicular Traffic March 5-9 From 11 AM-1 AM
TACOMA, Wash. – March 5-9, from 11 AM-1 AM (during low tide), the Hylebos Bridge located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats will be closed to vehicular traffic for essential repairs. There are no anticipated impacts to shipping lanes. Outside of these hours, the bridge will be fully operational. Details regarding this work […]
City Council Votes on Resolution 41371 Adopting the Proctor Neighborhood Plan
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Council has voted on Resolution 41371 adopting the Proctor Neighborhood Plan, a comprehensive multi-year approach focused on implementing key community priorities and City policies to enhance and strengthen the vibrant Proctor District. “I am excited that the City Council has adopted the Proctor Neighborhood Plan this evening, and I want to […]
Nine Positions Open on the Human Services Commission
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill nine positions on the Human Services Commission. There are eight member positions and one youth position, for youth between the ages of 16 and 18. The Commission reviews competitive funding applications, rates project applications, and makes human services funding recommendations. It also […]
South Tacoma Way Plan-A-Thon on February 29 Kicks Off Third Neighborhood Plan with Community
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma is kicking off the South Tacoma Way Neighborhood Plan with a Virtual Plan-A-Thon community event on Thursday, February 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM on Zoom. Attendees will participate in small- and large-group discussions about neighborhood assets, challenges, opportunities, and a vision for what the South Tacoma Way Neighborhood could […]