Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. There is a reason the Pledge of Allegiance ends with “and justice for all.” It represents one of the most foundational principles of our nation. Our courts are designed to ensure we live up to those words. Every case that comes before a judge in one of the County-City […]
Community input needed for aging and disability services plan
Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) invites the community to attend a public meeting to comment on the Draft 2024-2027 Area Plan, including the 2024 proposed budget. A survey was conducted this spring, providing feedback from hundreds of residents on the future of programs and services for the aging and disability communities […]
WA BizFair Coming to Puyallup Sept. 23
At Washington Biz Fair 2023, attend a variety of educational workshops led by industry experts and learn about valuable State government resources, programs, and assistance for your small business! Details at www.bizfair.org.
Foothills Trail East Puyallup Trailhead Improvement Project starts Sept. 5
Construction of the Foothills Trail East Puyallup Trailhead expansion project begins Tuesday, Sept. 5. During construction, the trailhead parking lot and restrooms will be closed for 4-5 months. The trail will remain open and trail users are encouraged to consider parking at the Foothills McMillian Trailhead or other trailheads along the Foothills Trail while the […]
Pierce County Business Accelerator Recognized for Work that Strengthens Our Community
The Pierce County Economic Development Department and our program partners; Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce, Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, Mi Centro, Korean Women’s Association, and the City of Lakewood; were honored to receive the Pierce County Regional Council’s VISION 2050 Award. The awards recognize innovative projects and programs that help ensure a […]
Work!
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. This Monday is not only a day off work for most of us, but also an opportunity to celebrate our workforce and all you do for our community. Of course, it also remembers all the workers throughout our country! As a nation, we’ve been celebrating Labor Day for over […]
A vital lifeline
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. When most people think of our law enforcement, they think of a badge and a gun, coming in response to a call to 911 for help. The badge is a symbol of their training and responsibility and the gun is a very important tool when confronting dangerous criminals. However, […]
Behavioral Health Service funding in Pierce County
Pierce County Twitter/X post. Over $29M has been awarded for behavioral health services in Pierce County. Successful programs and services will focus on community education, prevention, crisis services and rural health services. Learn more here: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=6170
Applications being accepted for the 2024 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program
The 2024 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program, which assists in funding multiple preservation efforts in Pierce County, is now accepting applications through noon on Oct. 2, 2023. Grant requests can be made for historic preservation or history-related project proposals. For properties designated as an official landmark in Pierce County, the maximum grant request is […]