Pierce County’s curbside residential yard waste program now accepts food waste. Residents can put all food and yard waste in their existing yard waste container. In accordance with Washington State House Bill 1799, Pierce County is now accepting residential food waste with yard waste. Accepting food waste is a critical action in Pierce County’s Sustainability […]
Grants available for watershed improvement projects
Pierce County is partnering with watershed councils, regional nonprofits, local governments, and other entities to fund a small grants program supporting community projects that improve habitat and water quality across the county. The 2024 cycle will award more than $70,000 total to projects in four watersheds: Key Peninsula-Gig Harbor-Islands, Chambers-Clover Creek, Puyallup-White River, and Nisqually. […]
Pierce County Parks Summer Hiring Expo – Application deadline extended to March 31
The deadline to apply for the Pierce County Parks Summer Hiring Expo has been extended to March 31. Interested candidates must apply online to be scheduled for an interview during the event. The interviewing event is happening April 3 from 3-7 p.m. at the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Dr SW in Lakewood. Job opportunities vary in schedule, location and […]
Pierce County Parks launches new scholarship program
Pierce County Parks now offers scholarships to residents of Pierce County participating in recreational programs. Scholarships are awarded based on income and family size. Eligible individuals or families may receive a credit of up to $300 per household per scholarship type. Financial assistance is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available. Three […]
Pierce County to host YMCA Mock Trial Championship for the first time
The YMCA Mock Trial State Championship will be held in Tacoma on Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 24 at the County City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, in downtown Tacoma. The State Championship will be in Tacoma for the first time since the event began in 1987. Previous State tournaments were held in Olympia. […]
Public comment sought on draft for Behavioral Health Improvement Plan
The public is invited to comment on Pierce County’s draft Behavioral Health Improvement Plan (BHIP), which will help identify gaps and needs in the community in order to set funding priorities. The plan reflects Pierce County’s vision of a community where those with behavioral health needs will have access to a full range of innovative, […]
2024 sees moderate increases in property taxes
Property tax statements are in the mail this week to 175,000 owners of residential and commercial land and buildings in Pierce County. For homes where the tax is paid through a mortgage escrow account, the statement goes to the bank or mortgage company. The 2024 statements are also posted on the Assessor-Treasurer’s website, piercecountywa.gov/atr. Pierce […]
Alliance Northwest Business to Government Conference
Alliance Northwest Government Contracting Training & Outreach Event (March 14, 2024, 8 am-4 pm at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.) is the largest event of its kind in the Pacific Northwest! The event features top-notch workshops and matchmaking sessions. Seize this opportunity to elevate your business connections and stay ahead in the game. Register Here.
Free Business Skills Training for Pierce County Small Business Owners
The Pierce County Business Skills Program offers busy small business owners and entrepreneurs a way to work on their business on their own time and at their own pace. FREE, on-demand business skills training is now available to help small businesses start, grow, and stay on track. Classes focus on the basics of how to […]