About SWAC The Pierce County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) serves in an advisory and technical capacity to the Pierce County Council and Pierce County Planning & Public Works on matters relating to management of recycling services and solid waste disposal.
The SWAC is composed of community members, solid waste and business professionals, members of public interest groups, and representatives of local governments.
Members of the public are welcome to join the meetings in person at the Tacoma Mall Plaza or via Zoom.
Upcoming Meetings:
October 11, 5:30-7:30 PM, Tacoma Mall Plaza and Zoom. November 8, 5:30-7:30 PM, Tacoma Mall Plaza and Zoom.
You can help shape local recycling and waste reduction programs by becoming a SWAC member. All interested community members, especially those from BIPOC, low-income, and other underserved communities, are encouraged to apply.
SWAC members serve a four-year term. Members are appointed by the Pierce County Executive and approved by the Pierce County Council.
These positions represent agencies and businesses related to solid waste management.
Name
Represents
Tom Swanson
Pierce County Council
Keith Johnston
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
Kevin Green
LRI
Ryan Dicks
Pierce County Planning and Public Works
How can we help?
Pierce County wants to hear from you. Please select one of the following to talk to elected officials and staff, or to report problems in our community.