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 […]
2024 Pierce County Art Grant Program
The 2024 Pierce County Art Grant program is designed to increase access to the arts, develop educational programs, provide support for unincorporated and underserved areas of Pierce County, and celebrate cultural diversity. This opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations located in Pierce County offering arts education, art programming, or art experiences to lower-income youth or […]
Nooooooo
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. That was my reaction when the notification showed up on my phone that Pete Carroll was no longer coaching the Seahawks. Like many of you, I have enjoyed watching Coach Carroll’s 14-year run as head coach. I am so thankful for all the memorable games, especially the Seahawks winning […]
Updates to Draft Comprehensive Plan kick off with an engagement period
Pierce County released the Draft Comprehensive Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement for public review and comment by February 26. Members of the public are invited to provide input on how to plan for the next 20 years of growth in unincorporated Pierce County. The Comprehensive Plan provides a framework that guides the day-to-day decisions […]
Resources for cold weather, warming centers and overnight shelter information
As colder temperatures and snow are expected from Thursday onwards, Pierce County is working alongside the Coalition to End Homelessness and the City of Tacoma to organize warm indoor shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness, including those with pets, children, and partners. Efforts are also in place to support those choosing to stay in their current […]