The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Nov. 1 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Pierce County
Superior Court grants motion to dismiss petition related to the Parkland area community village
The planned village community for chronically homeless individuals in Parkland took another step forward today. On Friday morning, Pierce County Superior Court granted the County and Tacoma Rescue Mission’s motions to dismiss the Land Use Petition Act petition filed by Friends of Spanaway Lake. With this latest attempt to stop the project rejected by the […]
Disability: Part of the Equity Equation
People with disabilities play an important role in a diverse and inclusive workforce. We would like to tell you about Amy and her path to financial independence through work. Meet Amy Amy has a developmental disability that affects her speech, learning, and social interactions. When she was ready to find a path to financial independence through work, […]
Estate Planning Seminar Invites Animal Lovers to Leave a Lasting Legacy
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting an “Estate Planning 101 for Animal Lovers” session on Nov. 2 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at their facility located at 2608 Center Street in Tacoma. This complimentary session will provide valuable insights and an in-depth presentation on estate planning. Attendees will learn about […]
Budget Development Update No. 4: Entering Budget Deliberations
Today (October 26) the Council entered its budget deliberations. A lot has transpired to get us to this point. The process began Sept 19 with County Executive Bruce Dammeier presentation of his 2024-2025 Budget Proposal. Thereafter, the Council heard from Gary Robinson, the County’s Finance Director, on Thursday, Sept. 28, when he provided an in-depth overview of […]
Fantasy Lights tickets go on sale Nov. 1
Tickets go on sale Nov. 1 for Fantasy Lights, the largest drive-through holiday light display in the Northwest happening at Spanaway Park. Join us the weekend before Thanksgiving, Nov. 17-19, to kick off the holiday season early or join us any evening Nov. 24- Jan. 1 to see the bright lights and dazzling displays. The […]
Spooky Season
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. It’s that time of year when scary stories and horror movies aim to give you nightmares and steal your sleep! At Pierce County we have a fun and not-so-spooky way for kids and adults to enjoy a few chills and thrills together. Our annual Haunted Headlights drive through display […]
Sounder trains available for Seahawks vs. Cleveland Browns
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking, and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this weekend’s Seahawks game. Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express, and King County Metro service to and from Lumen Field. The special service will be available Sunday, Oct. 29, […]
Strickland Calls for Expanded Access to Basic Needs Allowance for Servicemembers
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. On October 25, 2023, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) joins 19 colleagues in a bipartisan, bicameral letter to Senate and House Armed Services Committee leadership, urging them to retain language in the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) eliminating the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) from income calculations when determining eligibility […]