Please make plans to attend a public meeting on Thursday, April 11 from 6-8 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers to learn more about improvements to Cirque Park. Feedback from the 2023 “Reimagining Cirque Park” community survey resulted in ideas for the park, including the prospect of developing a Community Center on the 22-acre […]
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UPPD Police Blotter – Apr. 3
The most recent significant public safety activity in University Place can be read here.
March 2024 Alarm Summary
In March 2024, West Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to 1,516 calls for service, which was an average of 49 calls per day. Approximately 82% of those responses were for emergency medical aid.
27th Street Business District Survey Closes April 17
As a major east-west route from Fircrest to Puget Sound, the 27th Street Business District was U.P.’s original business corridor. Today it is home to more than 150 businesses including eateries, medical and professional services, salons and automotive repair—to name just a few. The business district runs along 27th Street West from Elwood Drive West […]
University Place Spring Clean-Up and Canned Food Drive
Residents NORTH of 40th St W. Saturday, April 6 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents SOUTH of 40th St W. Saturday, April 13 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: one load per household for all items EXCEPT for […]
Groundbreaking Set for All Inclusive Playground in UP
Submitted by Claudia Ellsworth. This is truly groundbreaking news! With shovels in hand, a celebratory crew will “dig in” to begin the eagerly awaited all inclusive playground at Cirque Park in the City of University Place. The date is Friday, April 12, at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. The event is hosted by the […]
The University Place City Council April 1 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on April 1 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Second Annual Rotary CleanUP, April 27
Mark your calendars! The second annual Rotary CleanUP is Saturday, April 27. In this event we tackle removing the trash and litter along our streets and curbs and celebrate community. (Did you know that Washington State is the worst state for littering on public roads? Let’s try to “curb” that in our own fair city.) […]
Charles Wright Academy Knowledge Bowl Team Wins State
The Charles Wright Academy Upper School Knowledge Bowl team has achieved victory as the State 2A champions! The CWA Cavaliers emerged triumphant over Tumwater and Orting in the finals with a score of 17-11-4. The championship took place at Wenatchee High School on Saturday, March 23. Coaching the team are David Kangas and Jeanne Jacobs, […]