West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to assist until help arrives. Each month, WPFR is […]
University Place
Twisted Cider 5K Returns on July 29
City of University Place announcement. After its hugely successful debut in 2022 that drew upwards of 550 participants, the Twisted Cider 5K run and 1K kids walk will return on Saturday, July 29. Both events will begin at the Curran Apple Orchard. The 5K course meanders through University Place, offering glimpses of the Tacoma Narrows […]
The University Place City Council June 5 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on June 5 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
CPR, First Aid, and AED Training
Our next CPR, First Aid and AED training is Saturday, June 10. Visit our website for details and registration information. bit.ly/3KleOGV
Know the Law: Fireworks Regulations in U.P.
City of University Place announcement. It won’t be long before fireworks stands begin popping up throughout Pierce County in anticipation of July 4, but U.P. residents are reminded that fireworks can only be discharged in the city on July 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 midnight. If you purchase fireworks outside of U.P., make sure […]
Duck Daze is This Saturday, June 3
City of University Place announcement. The streets of U.P. will be alive with the wacky, quacky fun of Duck Daze this Saturday, June 3. The fun begins at 10 a.m. when the Duck Daze Parades begins at the corner of 29th Street and Bridgeport Way before heading south toward its conclusion at the Village at […]
Meet the Candidates for U.P.’s Next Police Chief
City of University Place announcement. Be sure to stop by the Civic Building atrium (3609 Market Place W.) tomorrow, Thursday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to noon to meet and greet the two candidates who hope to replace retiring Chief Greg Premo. Lt. Patrick Burke and Lt. Trent Stephens, both members of the Pierce County […]
U.P. Notice of Potential Quorum
City of University Place announcement. The City of University Place Councilmembers may be present at a reception to meet and greet the Public Safety’s Police Chief candidates. The reception will take place on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the University Place Council Chambers atrium located at 3609 Market Place […]
Pierce County Library System closed Monday, May 29, Memorial Day
Pierce County Library System announcement. The Pierce County Library System will be closed Monday, May 29, Memorial Day. During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.mypcls.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.