TACOMA – The Chair of the Pierce County Council released Amendment No. 1 – often referred to as the Chair’s amendment – to the Executive’s proposed mid-biennium supplemental budget during a special meeting of the Council’s Committee of the Whole on Friday, Nov. 15. “The intent of offering Amendment No. 1 is to start from […]
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Toxic algae caution advisories lifted for Spanaway and Ohop Lakes
Even when an advisory is not in effect, always use caution when you’re in the water. When in doubt, stay out! On Nov. 18, we lifted the toxic algae caution advisories for Spanaway and Ohop Lakes. The water is safe for people and pets. Always use caution when you’re in the water. When you see […]
Scholarship Opportunity for High School Seniors
The Association of Washington Cities Center for Quality Communities will award up to three $3,000 scholarships in 2025 to high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community or school. The City of University Place can nominate one graduating high school senior. Applicants must be Washington state residents, reside in University […]
Preserve Pierce County’s open spaces: 2025 Conservation Futures Grant application opens Dec. 2
The Pierce County Conservation Futures Program application period opens on Dec. 2, offering an opportunity for local organizations to apply for funding to support conservation projects. The Conservation Futures Program offers a critical pathway to preserving Pierce County’s natural spaces for future generations. Funded through the Conservation Futures Tax Levy (CFT), the program provides essential […]
Cooperative purchases mobile home park, preserving affordable housing in Parkland
The Pierce County Community Development Corporation (PCCDC) is awarding $750,000 to a resident-owned cooperative for the purchase of Olga Dor Court, a Mobile Home Community (MHC) for seniors aged 55 years or older in Parkland. Olga Dor Court residents were notified earlier this year that the property owner intended to sell the community, which is […]
DuPont November 15 Bits & Bytes
Read the City of DuPont’s November 15 Bits & Bytes newsletter by clicking here.
Greater Tacoma Convention Center Celebrates 20 Years of Community and Economic Impact
The Greater Tacoma Convention Center (GTCC) is marking the milestone of 20 years serving the community with an open house reception on Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 4 PM to 7 PM. This celebration invites community members, partners, clients, and local organizations to come together and celebrate two decades of the convention center’s lasting contributions […]
The Board of Health Nov. 20 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on Nov. 20 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Local Business Excellence
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber (TPCC) is excited to announce the outstanding businesses and organizations who are the recipients of a 2024 Spotlight on Business Awards. Honorees are celebrated across five categories, highlighting contributions to economic vitality, community engagement, and inclusivity in the South Sound. “We’re honored to spotlight businesses and organizations that drive progress in […]