In his remarks to the Pierce County Council yesterday (April 29, 2025) regarding immigration enforcement, Executive Ryan Mello underscored the need for everyone in the County to feel safe. He spoke to Immigration Enforcement Resolution –R2025-139s, which passed the Council 4 – 3. The resolution follows Executive Mello’s directive in March that affirms the County’s commitment to upholding the state’s […]
Vision Zero initiative brings coalition together to save lives on county roads
Vision Zero, an ambitious initiative to make Pierce County’s streets safe and more accessible for all, was approved by the Pierce County Council yesterday. The proposal was brought forward by County Executive Ryan Mello. The legislation (R2025-132) builds upon an effort first started in 2022 to create a comprehensive plan to achieve zero traffic fatalities […]
Veterans can receive VA claim support at Pierce County events this spring
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) invites local veterans to attend the upcoming Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Workshop on Tuesday, May 13, from 1–2 p.m. at PCHS, 3602 Pacific Avenue, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98418. These monthly workshops are designed to equip veterans with essential knowledge about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claim process. […]
Pierce County Medical Examiner seeks family or friends for 300 unclaimed decedents
What happens when someone dies, and no one claims their body? In the case of Pierce County, Wash., the Medical Examiner’s office arranges the cremation of the decedents and provides a respectful ceremony at a final resting place. A public memorial and gathering will be held on Thursday, May 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Haven […]
Veterans can receive VA claim support at Pierce County events this spring
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) invites local veterans to attend the upcoming Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Workshop on Tuesday, May 13, from 1–2 p.m. at PCHS, 3602 Pacific Avenue, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98418. These monthly workshops are designed to equip veterans with essential knowledge about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claim process. […]
Free garden-themed event for young children and families
Families with young children are invited to “spring into fun” at a free, garden-themed activity event hosted by the Pierce County Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499. This inclusive event is specially designed for children […]
Seeking public input on housing, homeless strategies for next five years
Residents are invited to join staff members from Pierce County Human Services to provide input on housing and homeless priorities that will guide services provided in the County for the next five years. The community feedback session will be Monday, April 28 from 9 a.m. – noon at Sprinker Recreation Center, 521 Military Road S., […]
New Community Needs Grant program aims to improve health, safety and access to opportunity
Yesterday, the Pierce County Council passed legislation to create the Community Needs Grant program to provide up to $5 million every two years for grants that support projects and services that improve the quality of life of Pierce County residents. The ordinance was proposed by Executive Ryan Mello, as part of his Forward Together […]
Pierce County encourages residents to prepare for June 1 burn ban
Unincorporated Pierce County residents are encouraged to prepare now for the annual burn ban, which starts at 8 a.m. on June 1, 2025, and will remain in place until further notice. This Stage 1 burn ban only applies to land clearing and burning of yard debris in unincorporated Pierce County. Barbecues (gas, wood, and charcoal) […]