University Place

Get your holiday attire ready and make plans to be a part of the celebration of the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in Market Square on Friday, Dec. 6. Participants are welcome to arrive at 4:30 p.m., but the festivities officially begin at 5 p.m. when Santa will arrive on a West Pierce Fire […]

The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Dec. 2 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.

Ruth Challender, a resident of U.P.’s Community Connection Place, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loving family and friends, including her great-great-granddaughter! She received a special birthday serenade as well as a Certificate of Recognition from the City of University Place that was presented to her by City Council Member Melanie Grassi.  “What a joy […]

Keep yourself up-to-date with the latest public safety activity in University Place by checking out the U.P. Police Blotter! Chief Burke highlights some of the most notable incidents that the U.P. Police Department responds to. But that’s not all – you can also browse through recent Calls for Service to get a better understanding of […]

The City Council of the City of University Place will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, December 2, 2024, as part of its regular meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 3609 Market Place West, Third Floor, to consider the adoption of the periodic updates to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The public […]

The City of University Place recently approved a new seven-year Public Safety Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) that will provide an expanded scope of work and services in support of the U.P. Police Department. The PCSD has provided law enforcement services to U.P. since 1997 under the terms of the […]

The Association of Washington Cities Center for Quality Communities will award up to three $3,000 scholarships in 2025 to high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community or school. The City of University Place can nominate one graduating high school senior. Applicants must be Washington state residents, reside in University […]