Improvements to the skatepark at Cirque Park are underway. American Ramp Company, which has built skate and bike parks all over the world, has begun upgrading the facility’s numerous amenities. The work includes new concrete quarterpipes, a banana berm, flat rail and kicker ramp as well as a bank-to-bank ramp and skate bench. These will […]
University Place
Speed Counts When Countering Graffiti
The City of University Place, like other communities in the greater Puget Sound region, has seen an uptick in reports of graffiti or “tagging.” One of the best ways to fight graffiti is to report it quickly to the U.P. Police Department’s non-emergency line at 253.287.4455. The sooner the police can identify who is responsible […]
Oktoberfest Returns to Market Square on Oct. 13
Make plans to spend a fun-filled fall evening with family and friends when Oktoberfest returns to Market Square on Friday, Oct. 13 from 5-9 p.m. There will be loads of fun for kids and adults alike, including authentic polka music from the Lyle Schaefer Band, children’s activities in the Civic Building atrium, strolling princesses courtesy of […]
U.P. Refuse Fall Clean-Up and Canned Food Drive
Residents NORTH of 40th St W. Saturday, Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents SOUTH of 40th St W. Saturday, Oct. 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dispose of and/or recycle some unwanted items and yard waste for FREE! Clean Up Rules: Limit: 1 load per household for all items EXCEPT for […]
West Pierce Fire & Rescue Thanks Lakewood Police
Fire Chief Jim Sharp recently recognized the personnel of the Lakewood Police Department (LPD) for their valuable partnership. West Pierce Fire & Rescue thrives on working diligently with partner agencies and Lakewood Police is no exception. In a letter to Lakewood Police Chief Patrick Smith, Sharp wrote, “Although it isn’t their primary duty, LPD officers […]
Grab Coffee with a Cop
Make some time on Wednesday, Oct. 4 to stop by the Starbucks in the Green Firs Towne Center (3904 Bridgeport Way W.) to have some Coffee with a Cop. Members of the U.P. Police Department, including Chief Pat Burke, will be serving samples and catching up with members of the community from 10 a.m. to […]
Join Reps. Leavitt and Bronoske for coffee, Sept. 21
Office of Rep. Mari Leavitt, 28th Legislative District announcement. You are invited to join me and Rep. Dan Bronoske for coffee and conversation Thursday, Sept. 21 from 11 am – 12 pm at the University Place Library. This is a meaningful opportunity to tell me about the issues that matter most to you, review the […]
Clover Park School District School Board Recognizes West Pierce Fire and Rescue
The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors commemorated Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance at its Sept. 11 board meeting by honoring West Pierce Fire and Rescue for their leadership and support in response to a recent fire that affected CPSD families. Deputy Chief Mike Boltz and Battalion Chief Nic […]
The University Place City Council Sept. 18 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Sept. 18 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.