TACOMA, Wash. — As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) team is hosting “Bonding Basics” – a virtual workshop and Q&A session. Kara Skinner – an industry expert and author of “The […]
Seeking public input on housing, homeless strategies for next five years
Residents are invited to join staff members from Pierce County Human Services to provide input on housing and homeless priorities that will guide services provided in the County for the next five years. The community feedback session will be Monday, April 28 from 9 a.m. – noon at Sprinker Recreation Center, 521 Military Road S., […]
Tree and Sidewalk Repairs on 27th Street West
Beginning April 16, the City began removing trees on 27th Street West in front of the U.S. Post Office. Work will then begin on repairs to the sidewalks that stretch from the entrance and exit points to the Post Office parking lot. The inside lane of 27th Street West will be closed while that work […]
Governor Signs Bipartisan Bills Championed by Rep. Mari Leavitt to Strengthen Public Safety and Expand Access to Health Care
On April 16, Governor Bob Ferguson signed two bipartisan bills sponsored by Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place), marking significant steps forward for community safety and health care access in Washington state. House Bill 1114 makes Washington the first state in the nation to adopt the newly established Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, enabling licensed respiratory care practitioners […]
Nobles’ maternal health bills advance as Black Maternal Health Week concludes
As Black Maternal Health Week concludes, two maternal health bills sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest) have passed the Legislature, advancing efforts to expand access to critical care and strengthen protections for pregnant and postpartum individuals in Washington state. Black Maternal Health Week, observed annually from April 11 to April 17, was founded by the […]
The DuPont City Council April 22 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Council’s next Regular Meeting will take place on April 22 (6 pm). Access the agenda and ways to attend here.
Marijuana and Your Oral Health: A Joint Problem
Submitted by Dr. Jeff Reynolds. Washington state has long been a trailblazer when it comes to cannabis. The Evergreen State was the first to legalize marijuana for recreational use in 2012 and medical use has been legal since 1998. While state residents have been riding that high, they also could be doing long-term damage to […]
The University Place City Council April 21 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council’s next Regular Meeting will take place on April 21 (6:30 pm). Access the agenda and ways to attend here.
Applicants Sought for the Tacoma Creates Advisory Board
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill three open positions on the Tacoma Creates Advisory Board: These volunteer positions are three-year terms for Tacoma residents who have interest in and familiarity with public programming in arts, culture, heritage, and/or science, as well as interest in Tacoma Creates goals regarding equity, access, and […]