City of Tacoma press release. TACOMA, Wash. – Olgy Diaz has officially sworn in to the Tacoma City Council At-Large Position 7, for a term to expire December 31, 2023. Council Member Diaz is the first Latina to serve on the City Council. “I am humbled, grateful and honored for this opportunity to serve,” said […]
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Port of Tacoma on CityLine
Port of Tacoma video. Thank you, @CityofTacoma‘s CityLine for your conversation with Don Meyer, #PortofTacoma Commission President. Watch the discussion, featuring topics such as the Port’s economic impact and environmental work, here: http://bit.ly/3Pkfuf4.
Increases in Business License Fees Likely to Take Effect in January
Tacoma Business Council announcement. Tacoma is proposing to increase business license fees this fall. While the City has characterized this as a “modest 20% increase,” for certain businesses the fees will increase by a startling 500% . The proposed fee structure is set out in the Fact Sheet attached below. Business with gross revenue less […]
Division and MLK Jr. Way intersection closure starting August 16th
Sound Transit announcement. Construction activities are occurring throughout the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension project area that include crews continuing to finish the roadway restoration, working on station finishes, adjusting utilities, paint striping on the street, systems testing, installing crosswalks in various locations along the Hilltop Tacoma Link project area. Please allow for extra travel time […]
Legendary Polynesian Artist and Performer Kap Tafiti Te’o performing at our Luau
Asia Pacific Cultural Center announcement. We are excited about this year’s Annual Polynesian Luau, August 27, 2022. Celebrating 25 years of incredible performances, food, and vendors for the whole family. This year is very special to us as we achieve a milestone with this event. A reunion of our friends and family, and we welcome […]
Talks with the Chief: What does the department do to work with youth
Tacoma Police Department video. Chief Moore discusses the police department’s interaction with youth and his aspirations for future greater involvement.
Court Accountability Project
Tacoma Business Council announcement. Vicious murder on Tuesday – Suspect was released by a Pierce County Judge just eight days earlier. A brutal murder happened this week that illustrates the importance of TBC’s Courts Accountability project. On Tuesday at 3pm a man was beaten to death near Pike Place Market. The suspect is Aaron Fulk-a convicted […]
Summer Jobs 253 Celebrates 10 Years of Success on August 18
City of Tacoma press release. TACOMA, Wash. – This year, the Summer Jobs 253 program is celebrating 10 years of success with an anniversary event and Trades Fair that is open to the community. The celebration event will take place from 11 AM – 1 PM at Dr. Dolores Silas High School on August 18, […]
Congratulations Officer Kalnasy
Tacoma Police Department social media post. Officer Kalnasy (pictured left) placed 2nd at this year’s World Police And Fire Games in Rotterdam! Officer Kalnasy works the graveyard shift in Tacoma’s sector 3. Congratulations Officer Kalnasy! Job well done!