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Lane Closures on Schuster Parkway Scheduled June 9 – 13

A Statement From City Manager Elizabeth Pauli on Police Chief Recruitment Process

‘Access to Capital’ Panel Discussion and Q&A on June 23

City Council Approves Blueprint for Expanding City’s Urban Forestry Program and Advancing Implementation of City’s Urban Forestry Management Plan
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City of Tacoma Seeks Applications for 2025–2027 Tacoma Poet Laureate Position
Allyson Griffith Appointed Deputy City Manager for the City of Tacoma
‘Access to Capital’ Panel Discussion and Q&A on June 23
In-Person Class Regarding Business Taxes on June 10
A Statement From City Manager Elizabeth Pauli on Police Chief Recruitment Process
Tacoma Dome Welcomes Class of 2025
Lane Closures on Schuster Parkway Scheduled June 9 – 13
City of Tacoma Observes Memorial Day on May 26
City Council Authorizes Mayor Victoria Woodards to Execute Employment Contract With Hyun Kim for Interim City Manager Appointment
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Department Name Email Phone Mayor and Council Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
(253) 591-2054 deskTacoma Police Department Shelbie Boyd sboyd@tacoma.gov
TPD-PIO@tacoma.gov(253) 405-7134 mobile
(253) 591-5968 main deskTacoma Fire Department Chelsea Shepherd cshepherd@tacoma.gov (253) 948-7363 mobile Tacoma Public Library Mariesa Bus mbus@tacomalibrary.org (253) 457-1867 mobile
(253) 280-2882 deskTacoma Public Utilities Jessica Wilson jwilson2@tacoma.gov (253) 753-3119 mobile
(253) 502-8117 deskTacoma Venues and Events Hillary Brenner hbrenner@tacomavenues.org (253) 257-5540 mobile
(253) 593-7625 deskAll Other Departments Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
(253) 591-2054 desk
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Brutus the ADORABLE cat - Cityline Pet of the Week - June 5, 2025
Brutus the ADORABLE 5-year-old cat - Cityline Pet of the Week - June 5, 2025
🎖️🎉 Congratulations to Tacoma Police Officers Correia and Celis for receiving the Medal of Valor today, June 5, 2025, for heroically saving a man from a burning vehicle. We're so grateful for their brave actions and service to community. 🫶
Tacoma Youth Symphony Association Summer Programs - Cityline - June 5, 2025
Tacoma Little Theatre Presents "Rocky: The Musical" - Cityline - June 5, 2025
Planting Tomatoes in Western WA with "Food is Free Tacoma" - Cityline - June 5, 2025
Allyson Griffith was formally appointed as Deputy City Manager today, June 5, 2025, effective immediately. She has been serving as Interim Deputy City Manager since January 2025, overseeing critical departments and initiatives, including the Neighborhood & Community Services and Community &... Economic Development departments, the City’s Alternative Response efforts, Management Fellows, and Policy Analysts. She’ll continue to be responsible for these key areas and will take on additional projects and departments that advance strategic priorities. Learn more about her at https://ow.ly/ZVN950W59Qn.
Allyson Griffith was formally appointed as Deputy City Manager today, 6/5, effective immediately. She has been serving as Interim Deputy City Manager since Jan. 2025, overseeing critical departments and initiatives. More https://ow.ly/owHP50W59S0.
#TacCouncil Member Kristina Walker’s community walk is just over a week away! Join her on Sat., 6/14, to share your thoughts and ask questions about City Council’s work. The walk begins at 10 AM at Lincoln High School and will head toward the Lincoln Business District.