The Pierce Transit Service Delivery and Capital Committee (SDCC) will meet on Oct. 17 remotely at 3 pm. Read the meeting agenda and participation instructions here.
Pierce County
Meredith Makes History
Habitat for Humanity announcement. September 12 was a momentous day for Tacoma Habitat, as Meredith Beck was promoted to become our first female Construction Site Supervisor. Not only is Meredith the first for Pierce County, it seems like she may be the first female Habitat for Humanity Construction Site Supervisor in the state. Meredith shared, […]
The Board of Health Oct. 16 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on Oct. 16 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Free dental referral service expands care options, addresses health disparities
Submitted by Arcora Foundation. Washington state residents who are low income or uninsured and need dental care now have more options. DentistLink—a free dental referral service in Washington state for people with Apple Health (Medicaid) or no insurance—has teamed up with Project Access Northwest to provide a growing number of people dental care and more. […]
News from the Chambers-Clover Creek Watershed Council
Submitted by Rikki McGee. Changes in seasons also bring changes to water systems, particularly in urban areas. The Chambers-Clover Creek Watershed Council offers many resources for individuals and organizations regarding our watershed health and effective practices. This month, our blog, highlights a September 18 presentation by Cynthia Haverkamp, Health Justice Coordinator, Tacoma Pierce County Health […]
Everest Focuses on Wellness
Now that Everest is free, he is focusing on all thing wellness! He has given up his illegal cookie snacks and is focusing on healthy treats and chew toys. He is also making sure to get plenty of exercise both indoors and out. As the department Wellness dog, Everest enjoys his Wellness rounds full of […]
Social Security Installs New Kiosks To Improve Customer Check-In Process
At Social Security we strive to make our services more accessible while maintaining your privacy. We installed new kiosks in most of our local offices to make it easier for you to check in and conduct business with us. The kiosks are private, easy to use without assistance, and provide consistent service to our customers. […]
Awesome!
Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. If someone was counting the number of times I used the word “awesome” during the annual Employee Incentive and Recognition (EI&R) evening, they would have needed all their fingers and toes! It was just that kind of night. And while awesome is a great word to describe the celebration, so […]
New Hours for the Pierce County Auditor’s Office
Submitted by Linda Farmer, Auditor. The Pierce County Auditor’s Office at 2401 S. 35th St., Tacoma, is open for customer service from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. These new operating hours apply to the main office for document recording, passport applications, vehicle and boat licensing, marriage licenses, and business […]