The purpose of the Commission is to bring resident participation and accountability to the implementation of Tacoma’s Environmental Action Plan, and to communicate and encourage public involvement in sustainability issues.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council seeks to fill four positions on the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority (TCRA) Board.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill seven positions on the Human Rights Commission.   Read more

There will be no curbside pickups on those days. All curbside collection pickups will be one day later than normally scheduled between Wednesday, December 25 - Saturday, December 28 and Wednesday, January 1 - Saturday, January 4.   Read more

As heavy rains continue, Tacoma is experiencing street closures due to flooding...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applications for 11 positions on the Tacoma Creates Advisory Board.  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission recently awarded $96,000 in Arts Projects funding to 27 Tacoma organizations in support of 2020 public outreach projects in the fields of culture, dance, fashion, film, literary, music, theater, visual, and cross-disciplina  Read more

Changes to the City of Tacoma’s residential curbside recycling program, known as Recycle Reset, will take effect on...  Read more

The City of Tacoma will require all public establishments with televisions to turn on closed captioning beginning March 1, 2020.   Read more

Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) board of directors by...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council passed Resolution No. 40509 on Tuesday, December 10, declaring a   Read more

The Tacoma City Council voted to pass Ordinance 28640 expanding and aligning the City’s electric vehicle charging...  Read more

The State’s minimum wage will be greater than Tacoma’s effective January 1, 2020.  Read more

On December 10, 2019, during their joint Study Session, the Tacoma Public Utility Board and City Council will receive a full briefing on the City of Tacoma's proposed state and federal legislative agendas.  Read more

City Manager Elizabeth Pauli and Tacoma Public Utilities Director Jackie Flowers have selected...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will close the Schuster Parkway to Pacific Avenue transition for maintenance on...  Read more

Participants will meet with the City of Tacoma’s Mayor, Council Members, executives and staff to gain firsthand knowledge of how the City serves the community.   Read more

Customers whose garbage, recycling and yard waste are normally picked up on Thursdays or Fridays can expect pick-up one day later this week.  Read more

The City of Tacoma is moving forward with a plan to establish an emergency micro-shelters site at 802 Martin Luther King Jr. Way to address health and safety concerns caused by the growing encampment at People’s Park.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will be working in coordination with the...  Read more

The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will open as normally scheduled on Monday, November 11, from 8 AM - 6 PM, and garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.   Read more

The 2020 Heritage Project Grant has been announced and eligible applicants including non-profits and public and educational institutions are encouraged to apply. The matching grants, totaling $40,000, can be awarded for amounts between $1,000 and $10  Read more

Tonight, the City Council voted to approve agreements with Rainier Connect to operate the municipally owned Click! Network.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council approved Ordinance No. 28623 on Tuesday, Oct. 29, approving changes to   Read more

An ordinance recently approved by the Tacoma City Council will help preserve historically significant buildings or culturally significant sites regardless of their historic designation status.  Read more

The City of Tacoma has reached a historic milestone in its Special Tax Valuation projects for historic rehabs last week when the Landmarks Preservation Commission approved eight applications bringing the total to approximately $45 million in rehabili  Read more

The City of Tacoma and the Metropolitan Development Council (MDC) are collaborating to bring together faith-based organizations, community nonprofits, homeless advocates, people experiencing homelessness and interested community members to increase e  Read more

A total of 750 randomly sample households – 150 from each Councilmanic District – across Tacoma will have the opportunity to identify which services and community issues they feel are important, which service areas have improved over time, and which   Read more

The first phase of the City's efforts, taking place now through December 2019, prepares the City to make meaningful change.  Read more

Students grades 9 – 12, who live in Tacoma or attend Tacoma Public Schools, are encouraged to apply to participate in Student Government Day.  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division is holding their annual snow and ice training on...  Read more

The City Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) is now accepting nominations for the...  Read more

Nominations for the City of Tacoma’s 2020 City of Destiny Awards, which has been honoring local volunteers for...   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Landmarks Preservation Commission is hosting its 6th Annual Holiday Heritage Swing Dance on Friday, Nov. 8 from 6-9 p.m. at McMenamins Elk Temple, Spanish Ballroom.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill two positions on the Board of Ethics.  Read more

The Landmarks Preservation Commission consists of 11 volunteer members who are appointed by the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee and confirmed by the City Council to serve three-year terms.   Read more

The Green Tacoma Partnership invites businesses, community groups, families and individuals to participate in...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill five positions on the Citizen Police Advisory Committee, consisting of one At-Large position, one youth position and one position each for residents of Council Districts 1, 4 and 5.  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission is comprised of 15 volunteer members who are appointed by the Economic Development Committee and confirmed by the City Council to serve three-year terms. Members are Tacoma residents who are arts advocates and artists.  Read more

The City of Tacoma, Tacoma Art Museum, the Washington State Historical Society and Downtown On the Go, invite the community to a walking tour and reception to celebrate the latest Prairie Line Trail milestone from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 2019.  Read more

On Sept. 26, Sound Transit announced that the City of Tacoma was awarded $3.5 million from its Station Access Fund to supplement the Tacoma Link Extension Stations with a complete streetscape rebuild.  Read more

On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, the Tacoma City Council will consider a resolution to rename the the 34th Street Bridge, spanning SR 7 between East B Street and East D Street, as the “Harold G. Moss Bridge” so that the lights on that bridge may stand as  Read more

Programming includes music, theater and dance performances, hands-on experiences, visual art exhibits, film screenings, literary readings, lectures, cultural events, and workshops. All events are open to the public and many activities are free.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applications to fill two positions on the...  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission has announced this year’s AMOCAT Arts Award winners: Tacoma Creates Campaign (Arts Patron), Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center (Community Outreach by an Organization), and Aya Hashiguchi Clark and Randy Clark (Community Ou  Read more

Applicants are encouraged to attend a free workshop on Oct. 3 which explains and addresses questions about the application and funding process.  Read more

The City of Tacoma will open the Fishing Wars Memorial Bridge (formerly the Puyallup River Bridge located on...  Read more

In recent months, our community has been rocked by a spike in tragic acts of gun violence and loss of life. While many across the city have been impacted, our friends, families, and neighbors in Tacoma’s Eastside and South End communities have been m  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Parking Services wants to make it easier for those visiting the southern Downtown Tacoma area to find parking...  Read more

This is one of several funding opportunities to come. Interested organizations must submit pre-application surveys establishing eligibility by September 23 before receiving invitations to apply. The application period is September 9 – September 30.  Read more

Grit City Trees is the City of Tacoma’s free street tree giveaway program, and the deadline for the 2019 season has been extended to...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s goal is to grow a healthy and sustainable urban forest that is properly cared for and managed...  Read more

The Historic Preservation Office is hosting a three part series featuring experts in history, preservation and sustainability.  Read more

The Hailey project – a $50 million 186-unit mixed-use apartment building at 1210 Tacoma Ave. S – has officially resumed today.  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.   Read more

Applications are being accepted for the 2020 Community Cleanup program.   Read more

The City of Tacoma Fire Department launched the first Safe Station program in Washington State today.   Read more

On Saturday, September 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the City of Tacoma will host the seventh annual...  Read more

Installation is starting for the first High-intensity Activated Crosswalk or HAWK beacon in Tacoma, located on...  Read more

Fireman's Park located at (801 A St.) has undergone safety enhancements and has been...  Read more

The TOD Advisory group will help inform the design and development of significant transit projects throughout the City including the Dome District, one of the region’s most transit-rich areas.  Read more

The City Council has adopted Resolution 40388 relating to local retail sales and use tax, stating the City of Tacoma’s intent to authorize the maximum capacity available under the provisions of Substitute House Bill 1406 for affordable and supportive  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill the Public Transportation position on the Planning Commission.   Read more

The Landmarks Preservation Commission formally adopted the first set of design guidelines for the Old City Hall Historic District on July 10, 2019.  Read more

Tacoma Creates seeks 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in Tacoma that have the existing capacity to develop and deliver high quality education programs in arts, culture, heritage or science during after-school hours.   Read more

A thorough investigation into the facts of this case will take time. We are partnering with other agencies in this work, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation.  Read more

Fireworks are only legal within Tacoma city limits when a permit has been issued for a sanctioned public event. All other fireworks are illegal.   Read more

The City of Tacoma launched its third In Motion program on Monday, July 1, running through Sunday, September 22...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, July 16, 2019.   Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission is now accepting applications from designers, illustrators, branding professionals, videographers and photographers for inclusion in a Creative Communications Roster for commercial design and media services.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities, including two member positions and one youth position, age 16-18.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill two positions on the Transportation Commission, including...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions on the Board of Building Appeals (BOBA) for a...  Read more

Wildfire smoke reduces visibility and creates outdoor air quality issues that can affect people’s health.  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning Commission will conduct a public scoping hearing on...  Read more

Grit City Trees is the City of Tacoma’s free street tree giveaway program, and applications for the 2019 season are...  Read more

At the upcoming kick-off event, Mayor Woodards and Superintendent Santorno will be in attendance along with other community leaders, as representatives from approximately 20 local employers announce for the first time who their selected summer intern  Read more

The Washington State Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation has recognized the City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office for...  Read more

Join the City of Tacoma to commemorate the second phase completion of the Pipeline Trail on Saturday, June 8, starting at...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.  Read more

Local Tacoma restaurants participating in the “For the Love of Food: Tacoma’s Food Saver Challenge,” June 1-21, will embrace sustainable food saving strategies to reduce food waste.  Read more

Planned construction to address stormwater drainage and traffic safety improvements at the City of Tacoma’s Recovery and Transfer Station is anticipated to cause longer than normal wait times for customers from June through September.  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Monday, June 3, 2019.   Read more

Beginning the week of May 20, the City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department will work with a consultant to perform a...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning and Development Services Department is launching the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Pilot Program...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council has reappointed Elizabeth Pauli to the position of City Manager...  Read more

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has announced this year’s Historic Preservation Award recipients...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will be performing concrete repairs on the...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council adopted Ordinance No. 28576 on Tuesday, March 19, passing a...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is teaming up with a number of local organizations from across the region to celebrate...  Read more

Arts, culture, heritage and science organizations based in Tacoma are strongly encouraged to complete it by May 20.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning Commission will conduct two public hearings to receive comments on the 2019 amendments to the One Tacoma: Comprehensive Plan and Land Use regulations.  Read more

City Manager Elizabeth Pauli announced the appointment of Deputy Fire Chief Tory Green to the position of Tacoma Fire Chief. Green will assume command of his new role effective immediately.  Read more

All event details can be found on the Historic Preservation Month website.  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform asphalt repairs on McMurray Road Northeast between...  Read more

This May, celebrate the 12th annual Bike Month in Tacoma and Pierce County, where many bicycle-related activities and events are...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Thursday, April 25, 2019.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions on the Planning Commission...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council will hold a public hearing during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, to gather public comments on...  Read more

Join the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools on Thursday, April 18, from 9:30 – 11 AM at IDEA High School...  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission has announced the selection of Abby E. Murray as Tacoma's 2019-2021 Poet Laureate.   Read more

The Board of Administration of the Tacoma Employees’ Retirement System is accepting applications for appointment to the Board. Applicants must be a resident of the city of Tacoma, but not employed by the City.   Read more

Applications, resumes and/or letters of recommendations must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, April 16, 2019.  Read more

The Human Services Commission conducts public hearings, accepts and reviews funding applications, rates project applications and makes human services funding recommendations to the City Council. The Commission also serves as a resource to the City Co  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions.   Read more

On Tuesday, March 26, the Tacoma City Council voted to adopt a resolution to pursue negotiations with Tacoma-based internet and telecommunications services provider, Rainier Connect, for expansion of the existing public-private partnership, which inc  Read more

MBDA Tacoma Business Center was recognized for collaboration on Amazon Business’ year-long Global eCommerce Platform pilot project for MBEs.  Read more

Each year, the City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office brings Tacoma’s rich history to life through...  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission has awarded $130,000 to 10 Tacoma-based arts organizations through its Arts Anchor Fund program, and $60,000 to 24 Tacoma artists through its Tacoma Artists Initiative Program.  Read more

The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2019 Historic Preservation Awards...  Read more

Tacoma Creates is a voter-approved initiative to expand and financially support arts, culture, heritage, and science experiences throughout Tacoma, reduce barriers to access, and increase offerings for youth after school and in the summer.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council will recognize Tacoma’s top volunteers and service providers this year during the 33rd annual City of Destiny Awards on June 14.  Read more

The City of Tacoma, Port of Tacoma, Puyallup Tribe, Pierce County and City of Fife have mutually agreed to a process to establish a subarea plan for the Tacoma Tideflats.   Read more

City and Community leaders will join the Youth Commission, as the individual committees discuss what actions they want to take to meet their policy goals.   Read more

Events have been scheduled in each Council district, and offered at a variety of different days and times to allow for broader participation.  Read more

The City of Tacoma is holding an open house regarding the East 11th Street Bridge corridor...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning staff is conducting open houses in support of the 2019 Amendments to the...  Read more

The 12th Annual South Sound Sustainability Expo is taking place on Saturday, March 2, from...  Read more

The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will open as normally scheduled on Monday, February 18, from 8 AM - 6 PM, and garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.  Read more

The conversation will happen from 6-8 p.m. Feb. 28 at the University of Puget Sound Rotunda of the Wheelock Student Center (1500 N. Warner St.).   Read more

The City’s Street Operations Division continues to have full crews on snow routes throughout Tacoma, and will maintain snow operations throughout the storm events.  Read more

This situation will be assessed again tomorrow morning and updated information will be provided if needed.  Read more

Currently, the open houses on February 21, 25 and 27  Read more

The Tacoma City Council will hold a public hearing during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, February...  Read more

Snow is in the forecast and Tacoma is expected to get accumulations starting tomorrow, Friday, February 8, through Saturday, February 9  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Solid Waste Management is proposing four options that would address operational challenges to the residential curbside recycling program that were caused by the disruption of the international recycling market.  Read more

‘Tacoma: Our Destiny in Motion’ is the theme for this year's event. RSVP now through February 22 for event on March 6 at University of Puget Sound.  Read more

This training was offered by the City of Tacoma in Partnership With the National Institute for Civil Discourse.  Read more

The 2019 Community Cleanup program will kick off on April 27, and this year will include paper-shredding services at most locations as well as dumpsters and recycling stations.   Read more

University of Puget Sound President Isiaah Crawford will serve as the keynote speaker and Jenna Hanchard from KING will serve as the emcee.   Read more

The individual selected as Tacoma poet laureate will hold the title for two years – from May 2019 to April 2021 – and receive a $4,000 stipend for advancing and actively contributing to Tacoma’s literary community in meaningful ways through readings,  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill four positions on the Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, including two member, alternate, and youth positions.  Read more

The Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will be open as normally scheduled, from 8 AM – 6 PM, and customer pickups will not be affected.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applications to fill three positions, including one youth member, on the Sustainable Tacoma Commission...  Read more

The City of Destiny Awards program honors Tacoma’s most exceptional volunteers.   Read more

The new episode spotlights public art at the People’s Community Center, how Tacoma's Artist in Residence program worked to engage the community on the issue of homelessness through In Our Backyard, and artists Kevin Miller, Will Jordan and Joe Edward  Read more

The Tacoma Municipal Court will host a swearing-in ceremony for Judge Dwayne L. Christopher on Monday, Jan. 14  Read more

Tacoma Creates is a voter-approved initiative to expand arts, culture, heritage, and science experiences throughout Tacoma, reduce barriers to access, and increase offerings for youth after school and in the summer.  Read more

The Emerging Leader Award is a new category that focuses on individuals who are 30 years of age or younger, and have demonstrated a commitment to becoming a leader for a lifetime, following the generations prior who have given back to and lifted up t  Read more

To assist community members in need of assistance with paying their utility bills when finances are limited, the City of Tacoma offers a variety of payment options, services and programs to help.   Read more

As a part of the City’s Media and Communications Office, Colon’s responsibilities include community and stakeholder engagement.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill seven positions on the Human Rights Commission.   Read more

There are three positions that need to be filled on the TCRA Board.  Read more

Commission members are recommended by the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee and appointed by the City Council.  Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission recently awarded $100,000 in Arts Projects funding to 32 Tacoma organizations in support of 2019 public outreach projects in the fields of dance, craft, film, music, visual, literary, cross-disciplinary, and cultural arts.   Read more

The Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will close on Tuesday, December 25 and Tuesday, January 1. There will be no curbside pickups on those days.   Read more

The Tacoma City Council approved an ordinance Tuesday night to require businesses, government buildings and other publically accessible spaces to use signage that labels existing and new single-occupancy restrooms as gender-inclusive.   Read more

After serving as an anchor point for the Lincoln District Revitalization Project for the last three years, the City of Tacoma's Lincoln District project office will close on Dec. 12.  Read more

Jeff Christopher Dunn saved lives last month at the Spanish Hills apartment complex.  Read more

Applicants are encouraged to attend a free workshop on December 13 and must apply by January 21.  Read more

This year, there are two categories for this award: Lifetime Service (individual or group) and Emerging Leader (individual).  Read more

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The Tacoma City Council approved a new ordinance that will provide better protections for tenants and provide specific guidance to landlords who operate businesses in Tacoma, which will encourage more housing stability.  Read more

The City will maintain or expand existing core service levels.  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.   Read more

Tacoma residents, ages 13 - 19, are encouraged to apply by November 27, 2018 for a spot on the Mayor's Youth Engagement Task Force.  Read more

After years of planning, community involvement and construction, the City of Tacoma is ready...  Read more

Residents and community groups in Tacoma’s eight Neighborhood Council districts can apply now through January 15 for grant funding supporting community engagement or neighborhood improvement projects through the City of Tacoma’s 2019 Neighborhood Inn  Read more

More than 250 individuals and groups have walked across the stage as an award recipient, and with program enhancements made by the CERC, more are now eligible to be nominated.   Read more

This year, there are two categories for this award: Lifetime Service (individual or group) and Emerging Leader (individual).  Read more

Drivers in the Tacoma area could see snow plows operating throughout the city on...  Read more

On Wednesday, Nov. 7, the City of Tacoma’s Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill the following positions on the Landmarks Preservation Commission...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council will hold a public hearing during the City Council meeting on...  Read more

High school students are encouraged to apply. Participants will meet with the City of Tacoma’s Mayor, Council Members, executives and staff to gain firsthand knowledge of how the City serves the community.   Read more

As Media and Communications director, Jumper will oversee the City’s marketing, public relations, media relations and internal communications efforts.  Read more

The community is invited to Tin Can Alley Oop the fifth annual Holiday Heritage Swing Dance presented by...  Read more

The Tacoma City Manager is currently seeking three members and one youth member to serve on...  Read more

Details about the City’s 2019-2020 Proposed Biennial Budget, as well as the latest updates on opportunities for community members to learn more and engage in the budget development process, are available at cityoftacoma.org/budget.   Read more

The Green Tacoma Partnership invites businesses, community groups, families and individuals to participate in...  Read more

The primary responsibility of the commission is to create policies to support the ongoing development of arts programs and projects in Tacoma.  Read more

The City of Tacoma worked with its community partners to develop this strategy.  Read more

The City of Tacoma will hold a public hearing on a tenant relocation assistance Ordinance at approximately 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 2, 2018 in the Tacoma City Council Chambers (747 Market St. First Floor).   Read more

The City of Tacoma has selected Surge Tacoma to move forward with negotiations to re-develop Old City Hall.  Read more

The Tacoma City Council proclaimed Sept. 14-23 as Welcoming Week in the city of Tacoma at the Sept. 11 Council Meeting.  Read more

The City of Tacoma is now accepting Arts Projects funding applications from eligible organizations producing publicly accessible arts programming within Tacoma city limits in 2019.   Read more

Applications are being accepted for the 2019 Community Cleanup program.   Read more

Tacoma Firefighters will honor the heroes and victims of 9/11 at a public remembrance ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at the Firefighters Memorial located at 3301 Ruston Way.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform street repairs on September 18-20 along Ruston Way in front of Dickman Mill Park. Ruston Way will have limited access from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic will be restricted to one lane with fla  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Human Rights Commission recently formed a task force to study disparate language access to free or reduced-cost care at area hospitals.  Read more

Tacoma has been selected to host the National Alliance of Preservation Commission’s FORUM...  Read more

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The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill six positions on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities, including a Youth (age 16 to 18) position.  Read more

The effort will begin as a pilot program focused in council districts 4 and 5 to enhance the City’s response to compliance issues by prioritizing cases by severity...  Read more

Summer SOULstice, an event at the intersection of creativity, community and commerce, will be held on June 21, 5:30 – 8 p.m., at Tacoma Art Museum (1701 Pacific Ave.).   Read more

The City of Tacoma awards Sustainability Small Grants on a quarterly basis for projects that...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Solid Waste and Wastewater and Surface Water Utilities were recently evaluated by Fitch Ratings  Read more

Those interested in attending the event are encouraged to register by Friday, April 6, 2018 at 3 p.m. at cityoftacoma.org/stateofthecity. Due to space limitations, seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Read more

District 2 City Council Member Robert Thoms, a veteran of the Persian Gulf War who currently serves as a commander in the U.S. Navy Reserves, has been involuntary recalled to active duty for a six-month tour of duty in Kabul, Afghanistan in March 201  Read more

The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities are partnering to convert almost 75% of the City’s aging overhead streetlights to energy-efficient LED technology...  Read more

The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will open as normally scheduled on Friday, November 10, from 8 AM - 6 PM, and garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected.  Read more

Tacoma residents could see snow plows operating throughout the city on...  Read more

Community members are invited to an event on September 28 at the STAR Center.  Read more

The City of Tacoma expects to install traffic control devices on South 38th Street, from South J Street to South Fawcett Avenue, starting...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is hosting an open house to give the community updates on the Lincoln District Streetscape Project...  Read more

Over the past two years, the City of Tacoma has worked in partnership with the community to re-envision the...  Read more

After the completion of a historic interpretation plan, public and stakeholder engagement effort, and public art process, the City of Tacoma is excited to announce...  Read more

A year of outreach and planning is coming to a close and on Wednesday, July 12, the City of Tacoma’s Bring Your Own Bag Ordnance will go into effect...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is scheduled to begin work on Phase 1 of the Lincoln District Streetscape Project on...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill five positions on the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority Board...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is holding a public meeting to share proposed concepts for corridor improvements along...  Read more

The City of Tacoma has released its first annual Environmental Action Plan Progress Report...  Read more

These grants support Tacoma's major arts institutions and independent artists in engaging, enlightening, and inspiring their communities as well as audiences from the Puget Sound and beyond.  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning Commission continues to accept applications now through...  Read more

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Western Washington that will remain in effect through...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning and Development Services Department is holding a series of...  Read more

The City Council made this appointment during the Tuesday, Jan. 24 Council Meeting.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Planning Commission is accepting applications for proposed amendments to the...  Read more

A new video series that supports the Tacoma Police Department's continued efforts to build trust, relationships and understanding between community members and Tacoma Police Department officers, "Talks With TPD" launches with a conversation between T  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill the following positions...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is launching a Residential Infill Pilot Program...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is holding a public meeting to discuss corridor improvements along...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is holding a Safe Routes to School Open House on...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform street repairs on...  Read more

The public is invited to Remember the Railroad for the third annual Holiday Heritage Swing Dance on...  Read more

As part of the City of Tacoma’s Council Chambers Improvement Project, TV Tacoma has...  Read more

The National Weather Service has issued a heavy storm warning for...  Read more

The City of Tacoma, as part of the Preventing Wasted Food campaign and in honor of National and World Food Days, will offer a free screening of the film “Just Eat It.”   Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill the following positions on the   Read more

Join the City of Tacoma for the next Monday Mixer networking event held at...  Read more

The City of Tacoma invites artists and/or artist teams who reside in...  Read more

In today's presentation of the 2017-2018 Proposed Biennial Budget, City Manager T.C. Broadnax outlined...  Read more

The City Council Chambers Improvement Project is in the final stages of the...  Read more

Nominations for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Oct. 14, 2016 to be considered by the committee.   Read more

Residents, businesses, community groups and individuals are invited to celebrate...  Read more

In conjunction with Tacoma Arts Month, the City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office is...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is holding a community meeting regarding the Prairie Line Trail Historic...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of a...  Read more

The City of Tacoma and Pierce County will celebrate the first transfer of development rights...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is currently working to develop a Subarea Plan for the...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill one three-year term on the...  Read more

After a nearly 16 month closure, the City of Tacoma has reopened the...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department has launched an interactive dashboard that...  Read more

Over the next year, the City of Tacoma will create a historic interpretive plan for the...  Read more

The City Council Chambers Improvement Project is expected to begin construction on...  Read more

The City is named as a defendant in this action challenging two citizen initiatives pertaining to large-volume industrial water usage...   Read more

The Planning Commission is seeking public comment on the Capital Facilities Program proposed...  Read more

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will recognize excellence and dedication in...  Read more

The Planning Commission will conduct a second public hearing on...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is teaming up with more than 750 organizations across the region to...  Read more

Each May, the City of Tacoma encourages residents from all ages, cultures and neighborhoods to celebrate...  Read more

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution No. 39427 on...  Read more

The City has extended funding and occupancy to Community Youth Services Pierce County ...  Read more

This May, celebrate the ninth annual Bike Month in Tacoma and Pierce County...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office recently awarded...  Read more

Applicants must be a resident of the City of Tacoma, but not employed by the City.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services Department was recently awarded the...  Read more

The South Puget Sound Region was recognized in March as a Great American Defense Community ...  Read more

The “T-Town: Play, Explore, Learn” City Services Expo will be on May 7 ...  Read more

The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for...  Read more

The Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability is currently seeking...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability will host...  Read more

The community is invited to participate in the ninth annual South Sound Sustainability Expo on...  Read more

On Wednesday, March 2, 2016, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill one at-large position on the...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability is looking...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill two positions on its...  Read more

Northwest Innovation Works has requested that the City of Tacoma pause...  Read more

This February the City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office is inviting residents to...  Read more

The City of Tacoma's Historic Preservation Office invites professionals and volunteers in...  Read more

Beginning the week of Jan. 25, the City of Tacoma is scheduling repairs to the...  Read more

Today, the City of Tacoma’s Planning and Development Services launched an online...  Read more

A youth led, adult supported community conversation about recognizing young men ...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office is announcing a new...  Read more

In an effort to streamline the permitting process and improve the customer experience...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill the citizen position on the...  Read more

The City of Tacoma has extended the deadline for the disposable shopping bag survey to...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is seeking public feedback on a number of environmental actions...  Read more

Eligibility requirements for each of the award categories are available on the current nomination form...  Read more

Tacoma Link light rail and Tacoma emergency responders are staging an accident...  Read more

Administrative offices in the Tacoma Municipal Building complex and in other City of Tacoma facilities will close Thursday  Read more

In an effort to further the sustainability vision of the community, Tacoma City Council may consider...  Read more

The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 11, 2015...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants to fill two positions...  Read more

The Office of Washington Governor Jay Inslee and the Washington State Department of Commerce recently...  Read more

Trained canvassers will be knocking on Tacoma doors in neighborhoods where the foreclosure ...  Read more

On Monday, Nov. 2, part of the roadway on McMurray Road Northeast...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Monday, Nov. 9, 2015...  Read more

The City of Tacoma will be closing the sidewalk on southbound Schuster Parkway from...  Read more

This autumn, The City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability will host...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Monday, Oct. 19...   Read more

The partnership will provide assistance and services to youth in Tacoma who are victims of commercial sexual exploitation.   Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department is holding a citywide open house for...  Read more

On Thursday, March 5, three teams received top honors for their innovative visions in the...  Read more

The Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability is currently seeking applications for...  Read more

The lighting upgrade is a part of the City’s existing work plans within the district...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability is launching a new...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Friday, March 13, 2015...  Read more

There will be an open mic to showcase alumni of the Laureate Listening Project on March 20...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected...  Read more

The public is invited to attend the event, which will be held at the Oasis and Rainbow Center ...  Read more

The Environmental Protection Agency has adopted a 10-year action plan to improve...  Read more

The City of Tacoma will close the Tacoma Avenue South Bridge beginning...  Read more

The Community Working Group was tasked with developing at least two alternative options for...  Read more

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill one volunteer At-Large position on the...  Read more

Spanning the month of February residents are invited to share their love for Tacoma’s...  Read more

The City's utilities were recently evaluated by all three credit rating agencies, which reaffirmed ...  Read more

Closures to vehicle traffic on the Murray Morgan Bridge (11th Street in Tacoma) are planned...  Read more

Moody’s Investor Service has assigned the City of Tacoma an A1 rating ...  Read more

This year, the partners are hoping to expand the number of student participants to 150 students...  Read more

Applications are due Jan. 30, and youth between the ages of 16 and 18 are encouraged to apply...  Read more

The City of Destiny Awards event spotlights exceptional volunteers...  Read more

Come to a workshop on Feb. 11 to learn more in advance of the application deadline on March 2...  Read more

Join the City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability for an overview of...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services department is looking for informed residents...  Read more

Over the next few months, the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform street...  Read more

The event is at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center (1500 Broadway)...   Read more

Joint Base Lewis-McChord is planning an Army 2020 Force Restructuring Realignment Listening Session ...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Friday, Jan. 23...  Read more

The City of Tacoma's Historic Preservation Office invites professionals and volunteers in...  Read more

Rate increases for the City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services customers took effect...  Read more

The South Mildred Street Improvement Project, rehabilitating the existing roadway from...  Read more

Community Youth Services has been selected to operate a new youth shelter in Tacoma....  Read more

Administrative offices in City of Tacoma facilities will close in observance of these holidays...   Read more

The Tacoma Arts Commission recently awarded $50,000 in 2015 Arts Projects funding...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department in partnership with the Port of Tacoma recently...  Read more

On Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014, the City Council will consider a resolution to set a special public hearing on...  Read more

This survey will be available at creativespacetacoma.org now through Feb. 9...  Read more

The City of Tacoma, Metro Parks Tacoma and the Port of Tacoma have...  Read more

Working jointly with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and...  Read more

The City is accepting Tacoma Artists Initiative Program funding applications from eligible Tacoma artists...  Read more

City Manager T.C. Broadnax has appointed Mark Lauzier as Tacoma’s new assistant city manager.  Read more

Administrative offices in the Tacoma Municipal Building complex...  Read more

Overgrown vegetation is considered a nuisance complaint in the City...  Read more

The public is invited to attend a community conversation about creative vitality and...  Read more

The current nomination form is available at cityoftacoma.org/destinyawards...  Read more

Pending City Council approval, they are proposing to build a 4-star minimum 300-room hotel...  Read more

The public is invited to Maritime Heritage Swing presented by...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department is holding an open house for the Historic...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected...  Read more

According to the City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department on Sunday...  Read more

Lobby Hours for the City of Tacoma’s Planning and Development Services will change Monday, Dec. 1...  Read more

The Murray Morgan Bridge (11th Street in Tacoma) will be closed for maintenance on...  Read more

The event is scheduled for noon Friday, Oct. 31 at Tollefson Plaza...  Read more

On Oct. 27, weather permitting, the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department completed crosswalk striping at 22 sites...  Read more

This board implements the Master Plan for the Foss Waterway, including the sale, lease, development...  Read more

The public is invited to an Adaptive Reuse Open House and Harmon Brewery Tour presented by...  Read more

Learn more about the 2015-2016 Proposed Biennial Budget during this community event...  Read more

The City of Tacoma, Metro Parks Tacoma, and the Port of Tacoma invite design teams to participate...  Read more

Tomorrow, weather permitting, the City plans to perform pavement repairs along South 74th Street...  Read more

The public is invited to celebrate Tacoma’s...  Read more

It is from 6 – 8 p.m. at The Evergreen State College (1210 6th Ave. in Tacoma)...  Read more

With the adoption of the Equity and Empowerment Initiative framework on Tuesday, Sept. 30 ...  Read more

The Environmental Community and Public Transportation positions...  Read more

The $3,409,753 federal grant will fund 10 police officer salaries and benefits for three years...  Read more

This initiative helps raise awareness about the issue and the network of services available...  Read more

Applications are due by Oct. 15 for four voluntary positions on the 10-member board...  Read more

Brighter, larger screens for nighttime use...  Read more

Tacoma 2025 Community Events on Sept. 24 and 29...  Read more

Volunteer, restore and explore green spaces Oct. 4...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is now accepting Arts Projects funding applications from eligible organizations ...  Read more

Downtown to Defiance is Sunday, Sept. 28...   Read more

The City is making gun safety the focus the last week of this September part of the effort to target ...  Read more

Metal-Urge, a citywide celebration of metal arts, explores the many ways that artists push...  Read more

Drivers can also prepare early for winter driving...  Read more

Maritime Fest activity inspired by proposed National Maritime Heritage Area...   Read more

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A discussion will be Sept. 16 with Tacoma’s mental health and chemical dependency providers...  Read more

The City Council seeks applicants to fill the citizen position on the Audit Advisory Board...  Read more

The City Council is looking for applicants to fill one position on the Board of Ethics...  Read more

There are three at-large positions, and one position representing Tacoma public education...  Read more

Business and resident feedback needed...  Read more

Get a first look at the results of input gathered from more than 2,000 Tacoma residents...  Read more

The event begins at 9 a.m. at the Firefighters Memorial (3301 Ruston Way)...   Read more

The event is from 3 – 3:30 p.m., below the bridge at Dock and 11th streets...   Read more

October 2014 marks the 13th anniversary of Tacoma Arts Month – a community celebration of the arts...  Read more

Applications must be submitted by Friday, Sept. 26, 2014. Visit cityoftacoma.org/cbcapplication...  Read more

This year’s winners are ArtsFund, Asia Pacific Cultural Center and Jessica Spring...  Read more

On Saturday, September 6, 2014 the IT Department will be performing an upgrade to...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected...   Read more

The BNSF Railway has donated property to the City for the Prairie Line Trail...  Read more

Change to create greater parking turnover for the benefit of customers, clients and vistors...  Read more

Celebrate Thursday, Sept. 4 with a walk or a bike rides...  Read more

Council resolution to create the first green roads policy and program in the nation...  Read more

A proposed list of 57 locations are slated for pedestrian improvements beginning this fall...  Read more

The app works with Android and Apple devices and is available to download now...   Read more

In an effort to improve access to information and government transparency ...  Read more

It was commissioned in honor of Marty Gentili and is accessible by people with disabilities...  Read more

Joining volunteer teams attaching markers next to West End storm drains...  Read more

The City has begun construction on nearly two miles of trail...  Read more

Decreasing parking rates in City garages with slight increase to on-street meter rates...   Read more

Tonight is National Night Out, and Tacoma neighborhoods have planned ...  Read more

Signs posted in the public right of way or on bridges could cost the sign’s owner $250...  Read more

Volunteer to serve Tacoma on a Committee, Board or Commission. Go to cityoftacoma.org/cbc for info...  Read more

The parade will begin at 6 p.m. by Tollefson Plaza on South 17th Street and Pacific Avenue...  Read more

Test your historic trivia knowledge on August 8...  Read more

The City of Tacoma’s rollout of every other week collection is reducing fuel costs ...  Read more

The "Laureate Listening Project" is an interactive audio anthology where recorded oral poetry...  Read more

Road closures on S. Tylor Street and S. 56th Street...  Read more

The City of Tacoma is partnering with local nonprofit organizations to collect gently worn shoes...  Read more

Tacoma is one of 29 jurisdictions receiving the Certificate of Excellence, the highest level awarded...  Read more

Featuring a youth summit and a kids’ play area, because you’re never too young to get involved...  Read more

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest by 5 p.m. on July 21, 2014...  Read more

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Aug. 8...  Read more

The City has also launched a microsite on the budget at budget.cityoftacoma.org...  Read more

The Historic Rehabilitation and Repair Loan Program encourages preservation and adaptive reuse...  Read more

Cooling centers will open at City libraries and other public facilities...  Read more

The firefighters have suggested that the department donate any prize money to local charities...   Read more

Effort Begins with a Schuster Slope Open House on Wednesday, July 16...  Read more

The Pacific Avenue to Waterfront section to be constructed next summer...  Read more

Help shape Tacoma's future over the next decade at this event in the GTCTC...  Read more

Residents attending July events in are invited to draw, ask questions and take surveys...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups normally scheduled for Friday will occur Saturday...   Read more

The citizen survey is meant to assess the City’s performance in major service areas...  Read more

Nominations are due by Aug. 1 to the Tacoma Arts Commission...  Read more

Association of Washington Cities awards Tacoma for making a difference in the environment...  Read more

As the City develops its 2015-2016 Budget, members of the community are invited to participate...  Read more

Tacoma will soon close the Puyallup River bridge and viaduct in the Port of Tacoma area...  Read more

Volunteers are needed to serve on committees preparing "For" or "Against" statements...  Read more

Do you have experience in design, construction or sustainable building construction...  Read more

Hunter Lovins, green smooties, Kidical Mass Tacoma, Harvest Pierce County & TAGRO and more...   Read more

June 30 & July 9 meetings will cover feedback, ranking criteria and possible projects and schedule...  Read more

Tacoma residents can attend a meeting Tuesday to discuss the JBLM Joint Land Use Study...  Read more

The site is adjacent to the Tacoma Dome and Sounder stations...  Read more

There are a variety of opportunities for residents to share their input and engage in the process...  Read more

Volunteer on matters pertaining to City-hosted events and special recognition programs...   Read more

Road use compliance completed a three month pilot program...  Read more

It will take place noon – 1 p.m, at the park on the intersection of South 15th and Dock streets...  Read more

It will occur at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the Tacoma Municipal Building Council Chambers...  Read more

Grant funding will help make an emergency youth shelter a reality in Tacoma...  Read more

Large events will soon be asked to determine if they meet recognition requirements....  Read more

This week, 3,000 randomly selected households will have the opportunity to report how they feel...  Read more

Blooming tree boulevard environmental benefits are lovely too...   Read more

$250,000 grant for Tacoma Mall subarea plan and environmental impact statement...  Read more

Garbage, recycling and yard/food waste pick-ups will not be affected...  Read more

A Saturday, May 17 road closure to allow a 550-ton crane to position a rooftop heat recovery unit...  Read more

Child Care Aware of Tacoma is celebrating National Child Care Provider Day...  Read more

This year’s four recipients represent projects, leadership and downtown revitalization...   Read more

Maximum vehicle weight goes from 18 tons down to 10 tons...  Read more

An accessible route from downtown's 11th Street to the Thea Foss Waterway and Dock Street...  Read more

May 28 event is being hosted at Cheney Stadium in partnership with United Way and Tacoma Rainiers...   Read more

Show features authors Marissa Meyer and Erik Hanberg, other's in Tacoma's creative community...   Read more

Nick Goettling was selected in a competitive process to create a site-responsive mural along Dock Street...  Read more

On Saturday, the City of Tacoma is launching Urban Green, a new lifestyle television program...  Read more

The City will receive a State award for its “Preventing Neglect of Historic Properties” code amendment...  Read more

Learning to recognize the crime can save taxpayer funds...  Read more

The public, construction and development professionals may attend April 10 workshop...  Read more

The Green Living Guide is an online, interactive mapping tool with resource web pages...  Read more

Southbound lanes accessing I-705 re-open Sunday, March 23...  Read more

The committee will gather public comment and discuss preliminary recommendations...  Read more

After having served on an interim basis for the past nine months, he will step into his new role effective March 10...  Read more

“Tacoma Report,” a contemporary program featuring news and human interest stories ...  Read more

Only 19 other agencies in the country have this U.S. Department of Justice certification...  Read more

Consider what can be recycled and reused to reduce waste...  Read more

Receives 4-Star Livability and Sustainability Assessment rating...   Read more

Tacoma had high scores in amenities, demographic diversity, education...  Read more

The City has achieved a national green fleet ranking of 36...  Read more

“artTown” is a TV series exploring Tacoma's emergence as a big creative hub in the Northwest...  Read more

The first Celebration of Military Service Parade will take place downtown on the evening of Aug. 24...   Read more

On-duty Firefighter Albert A. Nejmeh, a 12-year veteran of the Tacoma Fire Department, died...   Read more