Individuals, family members and caregivers grappling with Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias are invited to attend the free 2024 Pierce County Alzheimer’s Disease Conference. The conference will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Rainier View Christian Church, located at 12305 Spanaway Loop Road South, Tacoma, WA 98444. Doors open at 8 a.m. for participants […]
Executive Dammeier to veto Council ordinance that allows tent encampments
Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier today (August 20) informed the Pierce County Council that he intends to veto Ordinance 2024-540s. Dammeier’s letter reads, in part, “This ordinance would permit large tent encampments to be legally established throughout Pierce County with little to no public notice. I cannot support this.” He urged the Council to set […]
Sprinker Recreation Center to celebrate its new outdoor play features on Aug. 17
Pierce County Parks is celebrating the opening of Sprinker Recreation Center’s new outdoor amenities on Saturday, Aug. 17! The community is invited to join this free event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a day filled with fun, games and activities for all ages. The design of Sprinker’s new outdoor enhancements was inspired by […]
Summer outreach event offers back-to-school supplies, resources and local talent showcase
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) and The Griot Party Experience are hosting “Summer Outreach Experience: Seeds to Garden,” a resource fair and youth talent showcase to support children and families as they prepare for back-to-school. Interested youth and families are invited to join us on Sunday, Aug. 25, from 12 – 5 p.m., at Edison […]
Sprinker Recreation Center to celebrate its new outdoor play features on Aug. 17
Pierce County Parks is celebrating the opening of Sprinker Recreation Center’s new outdoor amenities on Saturday, Aug. 17! The community is invited to join this free event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a day filled with fun, games and activities for all ages. The design of Sprinker’s new outdoor enhancements was inspired by […]
Application period opening for the 2025 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program
The 2025 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program, which assists in preserving and promoting historical and cultural heritage in Pierce County, is accepting applications from Aug. 19 through Sept. 30, 2024, at 5 p.m. The goal of the Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program is to distribute grants that are awarded based on a project’s […]
Community survey highlights need for more behavioral health, food, and health services
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) and the Metropolitan Development Council (MDC) have completed the 2023 Community Needs Assessment (CNA), identifying the strengths, barriers and available resources within the community. Over 2,500 responses were received from the survey and focus groups, with 1,978 individuals indicating at least one need. Key findings from the survey include: Approximately […]
Business Assistance Programs Available
Pierce County’s Economic Development Department’s latest newsletter shared a number of business assistance programs available from a variety of local groups and entities. OMWBE Academy: Is your business certified? The OMWBE Academy presents step by step learning modules to support real world results that benefit certified firms. Modules include topics such a bonding, indirect rates, and […]
Pierce County Kite Festival returns August 3-4
The highly anticipated Pierce County Parks Kite Festival is back and bigger than ever! Join us August 3-4 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Chambers Creek Regional Park. Enjoy spectacular kite demonstrations, family kite flying, inflatables, food trucks, vendors (like Ocean Shores Kites), and more. Bring your kites, blankets and cameras for a weekend […]