In the past month, contractors have readied the site to prepare for the installation of the interim Lakewood Pierce County Library. They connected the water, prepared electricity to tie into the site, and completed other work on the foundation and property with plans to install the building in mid-April. If the construction plan holds, the projected […]
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Melanie’s Park opens on Thea Foss Waterway with elaborate play areas and scenic views
TACOMA, WA: A new waterfront park commemorating Tacoma’s history and offering unique play spaces for children is now open. Melanie Jan LaPlant Dressel Park sits on .75 acres at 1147 Dock St. along Thea Foss Waterway. It took about one year for the $4.6 million project to be completed, although the vision and fundraising for […]
South G Street Between South 21st to South 23rd Streets is open
TACOMA, Wash. – South G Street – between South 21st to South 23rd streets – will reopen after 5 PM today (April 12). Although South G Street was projected to be closed for maintenance April 8-19, work was completed ahead of schedule. Community members with questions about the Residential Street Restoration Program can call Jeff […]
The Lakewood City Council April 15 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on April 15 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The University Place City Council April 15 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on April 15 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Obituary Notices – April 13, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: William McLain. Gaffney Funeral Home: Sr. Margaret “Peg” Murphy, OP.
The next generation
Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. This week I delivered my annual State of the County (SOTC) Address, both to people attending in person and virtually online, for the 7th and final time. I always enjoy talking about the work we do to serve our residents, but this one hit a little differently. I focused on […]
Lakewood City Manager April 12 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) April 12 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator April 12 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s April 12 report to the Town Council by clicking here.