Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. While much of my adult life has been spent in public service, I must confess that I can be uncomfortable when the spotlight shifts to me. In this blog I much prefer placing the focus on you and the great work you’re doing for our residents! That’s why I’m a […]
To Know
Lakewood City Manager June 28 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) June 28 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator June 28 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s June 28 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
UPPD Police Blotter – Jun. 26
The most recent significant public safety activity in University Place can be read here.
Sounder trains available for Mariners vs. Minnesota Twins
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this Sunday’s Mariners game. Special Sounder service is in addition to Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from T-Mobile Park. The special service will be available Sunday, June 30, for […]
Residential property values increase six percent
Home values in all parts of our County have trended back up this year after last year’s three percent drop. Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer Mike Lonergan said, “Countywide, the average residential property has increased in value by 6.2 percent this year, going up from $521,300 to $553,500.” Lonergan cautioned homeowners not to conclude that an increased […]
$6 million awarded to improve educational outcomes for Pierce County youth
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) is awarding over $6 million to 29 programs improving educational outcomes in early learning, K-12 and post-secondary study. Funding comes from the Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA), which will be used for educational services and facilities, and programs for children and youth that are low-income, experiencing homelessness or are in foster […]
Accepting Applications – 2025 Pierce County Tourism Grant Program
Pierce County is now accepting applications for the 2025 Pierce County Lodging Tax and 2025 Pierce County Tourism Promotion Area Grant Programs. For the 2025 funding cycle, the Pierce County Lodging Tax Program will be granting up to $4.98 million and the Pierce County Tourism Promotion Area Program will be granting up to $1.35 million—each […]
Obituary Notices – June 28, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Christopher J. Woods. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Ronald L. Crocco. Gaffney Funeral Home: Dennis J Coleman.