The Lakewood City Council is currently seeking volunteers to fill three (3) vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The terms of the vacant positions are for three years through September 19, 2024. The roles and responsibilities, meeting times, and terms of the vacant positions are described in the Notice of Vacancy. Interested applicants can submit an application form […]
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City of Lakewood “Means Business” Regarding Tree Preservation
A story from City of Lakewood. What is the City of Lakewood doing now to protect trees? Chapter 18A of the Lakewood Municipal Code regulates land use and development, and section 18A.70 Article III regulates tree preservation. The City also observes LMC Title 14, Environmental Protection and the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The removal of “significant” trees is regulated, and […]
The Lakewood City Council August 9 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Study Session on August 9 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
LTAC Applications for 2022 Grant Awards
A press release from City of Lakewood. The City of Lakewood is soliciting project proposals that support and encourage tourism and cultural activities in Lakewood, WA. The source of monies from which projects will be funded is the City’s share of taxes collected on overnight stays at hotels, motels and short‐term rentals, including such activities […]
Lakewood City Manager August 6 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) August 6 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Clover Park School Board to host Regular Board Meeting Aug. 9
A press release from Clover Park School District. LAKEWOOD, Wash — The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors will hold its regular board meeting on Monday, Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. The regular board meeting will be held at the CPSD’s District Office and live streamed on Zoom for those who cannot attend […]
Across the Fence: The Icing on the Cake
When I was a little child, anything sweet was an absolute treat. The icing on a cake was heaven on earth, and one of my favorite cakes was a Madeira cake with a blood orange sugar glaze. Not so much for the pretty pink color, but for the unique fruit flavor, the slight acidity, and […]
Lakewood Playhouse opens ticket sales for 2021-2022 season
An announcement from Lakewood Playhouse. New 2021-2022 Season Ticket Reservations are available as of August 1, 2021. Individual show tickets will go on sale Sept. 1, 2021 and Flex Passes are available any time. Learn more at the the website, by calling 253-588-0042 (leave a message), or boxoffice@lakewoodplayhouse.org.
Letter: City of Lakewood Liable?
Several months ago I left a comment which referenced the “improvements” the City of Lakewood made at Harry Todd Park and the lack of Life Guards at the City owned beaches. As I finished a swim Tuesday evening, at Harry Todd Park, I noted the local youth doing just as I had predicted, jumping from […]