Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department press release. The latest State Department of Health (DOH) data shows vaccines offer protection against the worst COVID-19 outcomes. According to the DOH report, unvaccinated people make up more than 78% of COVID-19 hospitalizations and 75% of COVID-19 deaths. When you get your COVID-19 vaccine, or your booster if you’re already fully vaccinated, […]
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Pierce Transit cancels Executive Finance Committee meeting
Pierce Transit announcement. The January 20, 2022 meeting of Pierce Transit’s Executive Finance Committee (EFC) has been canceled. The next EFC meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022.
Strickland Delivers Over $605 Million for WA State Bridges from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced that Washington state will receive $605 million in new federal funding for bridge repairs under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law she helped pass as part of the total of $605 million for Washington state bridges over 5 years, $121 million is allocated for use in FY2022. As […]
Look for food safety rating signs when you dine out, starting next month
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. You count on us to make sure your food is safe when you dine out. Starting in February, you’ll see our latest tool! Every dining establishment in Pierce County will display a sign to help you understand inspection results. Read more in this Your Reliable Source blog.
Pierce County COVID-19 data update: Evidence suggests cases have peaked
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department press release. We see early evidence this wave has peaked. Cases will likely level off soon. Still, our cases are among the highest we’ve ever seen. We expect hospitalizations and deaths will continue to increase in the weeks ahead because they usually lag case counts. According to the state Department of Health (DOH), COVID-19 […]
16 and 17 years-olds can pre-register to vote
Pierce County Auditor social media post. Did you know that 16 and 17 year-olds can pre-register to vote? On top of that, 17 year-olds will be able to vote in the Primary Election as long as they will be turning 18 by the General Election. To register and learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3I2doNu
Board of Health Jan. 19 Meeting Agenda
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. The January 19, 2022 Tacoma-Pierce County Board of Health Regular Agenda is available for view on our website. Watch the meeting live on our website or through Zoom and entering Meeting ID: 966 8527 3697 and Passcode: 484284, when prompted.
Strickland Named 2021 Legislative Champion by Food Lifeline
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) was awarded Food Lifeline’s 2021 Legislative Champion Award for her efforts to put an end to military family hunger. Strickland co-led and secured language from the Military Family Hunger Prevention Act of 2021 into law to help servicemembers and their families make ends meet. As a result, qualified service […]
Kilmer Delivers Over $605 Million for Washington Bridges from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On Jan. 14, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced the first round of investments in repairing Washington bridges under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Law that he helped pass. Through the historic Bridge Replacement, Rehabilitation, Preservation, Protection, and Construction Program (Bridge Formula Program), Rep. Kilmer helped deliver $121 million to […]