Posted on: December 5, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a request for proposals from qualified organizations to provide a range of services to assist newly arrived refugees as they settle into their new community and become stable. The goal of this funding is to provi...
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Posted on: December 4, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a request for proposals for youth violence prevention. The Community Services division is soliciting applications from qualified organizations to support violence prevention programs benefitting youth in unincorp...
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Posted on: December 1, 2023
The 2024 Pierce County Art Grant program application window opens Monday, Dec. 8. The grant program is designed to increase access to the arts, develop educational programs, provide support for unincorporated and underserved areas of Pierce County, and ce...
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Posted on: November 30, 2023
The public is invited to comment on Pierce County’s draft Affordable Housing Tax Plan, which will determine how the tax is implemented across the county for the next six years.
The draft plan includes legislative information, analyses of existing...
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Posted on: November 28, 2023
The November 7, 2023, General Election has been officially certified by the Canvassing Board. The Board is composed of Auditor Linda Farmer, County Council Chair Ryan Mello, and a deputy prosecuting attorney.
The final turnout of the election was 30.36% wi...
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Posted on: November 27, 2023
Pierce County Elections will conduct the Canvassing and Certification of the Nov. 7, 2023, General Election at 10 a.m. on Nov. 28 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S. 35th St., Suite C, in Tacoma. The meeting is open to the media and the public....
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Posted on: November 21, 2023
CONTACT: Bryan Dominique, Communications Manager, at [email protected] or (253) 392-4221
On Tuesday, Nov. 21, the culmination of more than two months of work took shape with the Pierce County Council's adoption of the final 2024-...
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Posted on: November 16, 2023
The USPS delivered 37 general election ballots to Pierce County Elections today that it discovered in out-of-service USPS mailboxes within the county.
All 37 ballots have signature dates on or before election day and therefore must be counted under state l...
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Posted on: November 13, 2023
Pierce County District Court will be closed at noon on Friday, Nov. 17, for employee training. The Court will reopen on Monday, Nov. 20.
This closure applies to all courtrooms and public service windows of all divisions of the court, including the Probatio...
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Posted on: November 3, 2023
Calling all artists! The Pierce County Arts Commission is seeking digitized artwork designs from local artists that will make an impact at the future outdoor fitness court at Sprinker Recreation Center (Sprinker) in the Parkland community. Applications ar...
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Posted on: October 27, 2023
The planned village community for chronically homeless individuals in Parkland took another step forward today. On Friday morning, Pierce County Superior Court granted the County and Tacoma Rescue Mission’s motions to dismiss the Land Use Petiti...
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Posted on: October 25, 2023
Tickets go on sale Nov. 1 for Fantasy Lights, the largest drive-through holiday light display in the Northwest happening at Spanaway Park. Join us the weekend before Thanksgiving, Nov. 17-19, to kick off the holiday season early or join us any e...
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Posted on: October 23, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to support public services. We are soliciting applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Public Services Projects to provide funding for eligible...
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Posted on: October 19, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to support public facilities. We are soliciting applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Public Facilities Projects to provide funding for eligible publi...
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Posted on: October 12, 2023
Due to the County’s robust floodplain management and participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS), residents and businesses in unincorporated Pierce County continue to be eligible for ...
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Posted on: October 12, 2023
Pierce County Human Services, in partnership with the Metropolitan Development Council (MDC), is embarking on a comprehensive assessment to identify the strengths, barriers, and available resources within the community, with a special focus on addressing ...
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Posted on: October 6, 2023
Knowing your options is always a good idea. Knowing your options before a crisis is even more important. Making the Link 2023 is Pierce County’s annual showcase of care providers and services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. T...
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Posted on: October 4, 2023
Pierce County Elections will perform the county's official logic and accuracy testing on ballot counting and processing equipment at 9 a.m. on Oct. 17 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, Suite C, in Tacoma. The test is open to ...
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Posted on: September 27, 2023
Pierce County announced today the completion of acquiring a downtown Tacoma office building located at 1501 Market St. The building purchase is the next step in the County’s Justice Center and Space Planning Study – an initiative to co...
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Posted on: September 27, 2023
CORRECTION: The link to the toolkit has been updated below.
Pierce County Elections is thrilled to announce the return of the iconic “I Voted” sticker. After a hiatus since 2016, we are reintroducing this cherished tradition to encourag...
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Posted on: September 25, 2023
Beginning Monday, Oct. 9, approximately one mile of the Foothills Trail will be closed between the Military Road and 136th Street trail crossings. Both trail crossings will be undergoing ADA accessibility improvements.
The project is expected to take up to...
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Posted on: September 19, 2023
$3 billion+ budget guided by community input
Executive Bruce Dammeier presented his proposed 2024-2025 biennial budget to the Pierce County Council today. The more than $3 billion budget is based on community input and prioritizes funding for public safety...
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Posted on: September 13, 2023
Falls are not a natural part of aging. Unexpected falls can result in serious and costly injury, from minor sprains and bruises or to major bone breaks. They can even result in hospitalization or death. As the number of seniors continues to grow, the numb...
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Posted on: September 11, 2023
Individuals, family members, and caregivers grappling with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are invited to the 2023 Pierce County Alzheimer’s Disease Conference, “Transitions in the World of Alzheimer’s,&...
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Posted on: September 7, 2023
Pierce County Human Services, in collaboration with Tacomaprobono and the Pierce County Library System, is hosting a series of “partner pop-up” community events this fall to offer support to residents facing legal or eviction issues.
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Posted on: September 1, 2023
Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) invites the community to attend a public meeting to comment on the Draft 2024-2027 Area Plan, including the 2024 proposed budget.
A survey was conducted this spring, providing feed...
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Posted on: August 31, 2023
Construction of the Foothills Trail East Puyallup Trailhead expansion project begins Tuesday, Sept. 5. During construction, the trailhead parking lot and restrooms will be closed for 4-5 months.
The trail will remain open and trail users are encouraged to ...
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Posted on: August 23, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing the awards from the recent Behavioral Health Request for Proposals (RFP), which funds mental health and substance use services for residents across Pierce County. Funding is available from two taxes – the Behavio...
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Posted on: August 22, 2023
The 2024 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program, which assists in funding multiple preservation efforts in Pierce County, is now accepting applications through noon on Oct. 2, 2023.
Grant requests can be made for historic preservation or history...
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Posted on: August 22, 2023
Pierce County Developmental Disabilities program is requesting proposals from organizations providing Information and Education (InfoEd) services in support of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, young children with developmental...
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Posted on: August 15, 2023
The Aug. 1, 2023, Primary Election has been officially certified by the Canvassing Board. The Board is composed of Auditor Linda Farmer, County Council Chair Ryan Mello, and a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney.
The final turnout of the election was 24.79% with 1...
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Posted on: August 14, 2023
Pierce County Elections will conduct the Canvassing and Certification of the Aug. 1, 2023, Primary Election at 10 a.m. on Aug. 15 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, Suite C, in Tacoma. The meeting is open to the media and the public.&a...
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Posted on: August 10, 2023
Updated 8/13/2023
In a continued effort to provide vital assistance, the Washington State Task Force-1 FEMA Urban Search and Rescue (WA-TF1) has augmented its support to Hawaii's search and rescue operations by sending an additional 30 members of ...
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Posted on: August 8, 2023
The Ski Park Bridge along the Foothills Trail will be closed Aug. 22-24 while crews conduct geotechnical drilling.
The bridge is located about 3.5 miles east of the Orting Trailhead on the Foothills Trail.
The bridge closure will be in place 8 a.m. until 4 ...
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Posted on: August 3, 2023
Pierce County Elections conducted the post-election audit of batches at 10:00 a.m. on August 3 at the Pierce County Elections Center in Tacoma.
The test was open to the media and the public. Representatives from the Republican and Democratic parties were i...
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Posted on: August 3, 2023
Pierce County Human Services, as a collaborative applicant for the Tacoma/Lakewood/Pierce County Continuum of Care (CoC), is announcing a Notice of funding Available (NOFA) for an estimated $4 million to support homeless housing services. Applications wil...
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Posted on: August 2, 2023
Pierce County Elections will perform the mandatory and routine post-election audit of batches at 10 a.m. on Aug. 3 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, Suite C, in Tacoma. The test is open to the media and the public.
The purpos...
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Posted on: August 1, 2023
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write for and against committee statements for the Nov. 7, 2023, General Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
For Committee membe...
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Posted on: July 25, 2023
Pierce County Homeless Programs is requesting proposals from organizations to provide navigation services that result in homeless households being placed into local overnight shelters. $1M is available from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Homeless Doc...
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Posted on: July 18, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing the Homeless Prevention awards from the American Rescue Plan Fund. This funding is allocated through the Pierce County Council in response to the Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness.
$2M was available to alloca...
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Posted on: July 17, 2023
Pierce County voting systems passed their mandatory and routine pre-election tests. Pierce County Elections conducted a test of the County’s Accessible Voting Unit on July 12 and conducted the official Logic & Accuracy (L&A) test of ball...
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Posted on: July 17, 2023
Travelers who use state Route 7 in Parkland will want to build extra time into their trips for the two upcoming weekends.
As part of Pierce County’s Parkland/Brookdale Sewer Interceptor project, traffic on SR 7 at 129th Street South will be parti...
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Posted on: July 10, 2023
Pierce County Elections will perform the County's official logic and accuracy testing on ballot counting and processing equipment at 8:30 a.m. on July 17 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, Suite C, in Tacoma. The test is open ...
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Posted on: June 23, 2023
The latest assessed values for residential and commercial properties throughout Pierce County are in the mail to taxpayers and posted on the Assessor-Treasurer’s website www.PierceCountyWa.gov/atr.
“Home values in all parts of our Count...
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Posted on: June 21, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 21, 2023
Pierce County Council Approves Joining Interlocal Agreement to Form Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council
The human toll of the Opioid Epidemic, which has been raging nationwide since the 199...
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Posted on: June 20, 2023
Pierce County Human Services recently received additional funding from the state to increase the Homeless Housing Program funding awards to supplement revenue shortfalls. The Homeless Housing Program (HHP) funding is the largest Notice of Funding Availabi...
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Posted on: June 20, 2023
Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) is requesting proposals from organizations providing senior center services. Approximately $500K is available from County General Funds annually for these services, which can be used to support the basic ...
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Posted on: June 13, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing the awards from the Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA) which funds services for children, youth and young adults in the region. These funds are for educational services that improve education out...
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Posted on: June 13, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a notice of funding availability (NOFA) of over $6 million to support the development and preservation of affordable housing. Funding from the 1406 Affordable Housing Sales Tax Fund (1406), 2060 Affordable Housin...
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Posted on: June 6, 2023
Moody's Investors Service has upgraded Pierce County, WA's issuer and limited tax general obligation (LTGO) ratings to Aaa from Aa1, with a revised outlook of stable. The upgrade in the issuer rating to Aaa reflects the county's strong regional economy, w...
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Posted on: June 6, 2023
A burn ban for unincorporated Pierce County is announced effective at 8 a.m. on June 7, 2023, until further notice.
The Pierce County Fire Marshal, in partnership with the Pierce County Fire Chiefs’ Association, has declared the burn ban. This is due to cu...
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Posted on: June 5, 2023
Pierce County Planning & Public Works is seeking public input on the draft Climate Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) and the Sustainability 2030: Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan update. Both will address issues related to our climate.
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Posted on: May 31, 2023
Thousands of Pierce County residents take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. While being a caregiver can be a labor of love, it can also be very stressful. On top of normal stress, the isolation created by COVID-19 is still...
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
A special filing period will be held May 24-26, 2023, as no candidate filings were received during the regular filing period for the following offices:
City of Roy – Council Position 3Town of South Prairie –&a...
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Posted on: May 12, 2023
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write against committee statements for the August 1, 2023 Primary Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
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Posted on: May 12, 2023
Candidate filing week begins Monday, May 15, 2023. Offices open for election this year include:
- Pierce County Council District 2
- Court of Appeals Division 2, District 1, Pos 2
- Pierce County Superior Court 1
- Port
- Cities and towns
- Schools
- Fire
- Park and Re...
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Posted on: May 10, 2023
THE HOMELESS POINT-IN-TIME (PIT) COUNT HELPS US UNDERSTAND WHY PEOPLE EXPERIENCE HOMELESSNESS.
Every day in Pierce County, thousands of people sleep in cars, shelters or on the street. They are someone's mom, dad, child or friend. Do you ever wonder how th...
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Posted on: May 8, 2023
The Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) division is developing the 2024-2027 Area Plan and is seeking community input from County residents about aging and disability services in the region.
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Posted on: May 4, 2023
Pierce County today announced plans to acquire an office building located at 1501 Market St. in Tacoma. The building purchase is the next step in the County’s Justice Center and Space Planning Study, an initiative to combine justice-related prog...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a request for proposals (RFP) for homeless prevention services. The Community Services division is soliciting applications from qualified organizations that will serve low-income households at-risk of homelessnes...
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Posted on: May 1, 2023
Beginning today, eligible seniors can apply online for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and receive vouchers to purchase produce from participating farmers markets and farm stores. Over 3,700 vouchers valued at $80 are available and may be used...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
The 2023 regular session for the State Legislature ended Sunday, April 23, 2023. The Legislature acted on many bills and budgetary items during the session that will benefit Pierce County residents and all of Washington. Many of these actions support prio...
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Posted on: April 27, 2023
Pierce County is developing a long-term Tourism Destination Strategic Plan and is seeking input from County residents about tourism in the region. The online survey is administered by Pierce County Economic Development in partnership with both Pierce Coun...
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Posted on: April 26, 2023
Join us may 3 for a landlord update
ERPP ends in July, so what does that mean for landlords?
The Center for Dialog and Resolution/ERPP Program, Pierce County Human Services, and Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers are inviting Pierce County landlords ...
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Posted on: March 31, 2023
Pierce County Elections will perform the county's official logic and accuracy testing on ballot counting and processing equipment at 10:00 a.m. on April 5 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, in Tacoma. The test is open to the m...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
FRED310, a prominent new warehouse/distribution development located on 310 acres in the Frederickson area, has acquired its first tenant, Harbor Freight Tools. The national tool retailer has signed a build-to-suit lease totaling 782,875 square feet.&n...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023
Starting April 6, Pierce County Parks will be accepting online reservations for the North Lake Tapps Park boat launch ramp. Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance and include one parking spot per person per day for boat launch use.
The online da...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023
Pierce County is partnering with watershed councils, local nonprofits and agencies to fund a small grants program supporting community projects that improve habitat and water quality across the county.
The 2023 cycle will award more than $70,000 total to p...
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Posted on: March 20, 2023
Pierce County is drafting the 2023 Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan (2023 Flood Plan) and would like the public’s input on how we will address flooding over the next 10 years.
Led by Pierce County Planning and Public Works, the 2023 Flo...
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Posted on: March 17, 2023
The Pierce County District Court judges are pleased to announce their selection of Pedro Chou as the new District Court commissioner. Pedro’s start date will be May 1, 2023. Pedro will initially be tasked with implementing a Community Court as w...
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Posted on: March 17, 2023
Vegetation management work along road shoulders in unincorporated Pierce County will begin this spring, with crews applying herbicides March 27 through June.
Herbicides are applied to combat weeds and eliminate vegetation from road shoulders.&am...
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Posted on: March 13, 2023
The Pierce County Human Services Behavioral Health program is accepting applications to provide mental health, substance use disorder, and therapeutic court-related services within Pierce County.
Applicants must apply online before 11:59 P.M. on F...
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Posted on: March 8, 2023
Pierce County Parks invites the community to a groundbreaking event on Thursday, March 16, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Sprinker Recreation Center playfield (14824 C St. South, Tacoma, WA). This event will kick off construction of significant improvements to S...
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write against committee statements for the April 25, 2023 Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Against Committee members needed
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
Millions of Americans--including thousands in Pierce County--take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. While being a caregiver is a labor of love, it can also be very stressful. Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources is...
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Posted on: February 13, 2023
Property tax statements are in the mail this week to 174,000 owners of residential and commercial land and buildings in Pierce County. For homes where the tax is paid through a mortgage escrow account, the statement is sent to the bank or mortgage company...
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Posted on: February 10, 2023
The YMCA Mock Trial Regional Tournament returns to the County-City Building this month for the first time in several years. Students from Oakland High School and Tacoma School of the Arts will compete in this year’s event. The tournament will be...
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Posted on: February 10, 2023
Pierce County invites community members invested in the healthy growth and development of children to join the Birth to 25 (B25) Advisory Board at the second Build the Bridge event convening on Feb. 24 to discuss services and opportunities for youth and y...
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Posted on: February 3, 2023
The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking information to help in the identification of this unidentified middle-aged man who was found deceased in a small, wooded area adjacent to an open lot on 115th Street in Tacoma on June 21, 20...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
Pierce County is conducting a periodic review and update of its Critical Areas regulations, as directed by the Washington State Growth Management Act and seeking input from the public until March 6, on priorities and suggestions for future changes prior t...
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Posted on: January 26, 2023
Small business owners in Pierce County now have access to free, on-demand business skills training. The Pierce County Business Skills Program offers nine free, non-credit, short courses to help entrepreneurs start, build, and keep their business on track....
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Posted on: January 25, 2023
Bring your friends and family to Pierce County Parks’ exciting new ice show: Rock the Rink!
Join the fun at Tacoma’s Sprinker Recreation Center to watch this upbeat and thrilling ice show featuring decades of nostalgic tunes t...
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Posted on: January 24, 2023
Pierce County Elections has moved two ballot drop boxes to new locations.
The Gig Harbor Fire Station drop box is now located at Gig Harbor City Hall, 3510 Grandview St., Gig Harbor, WA 98335.
The Purdy Fire Station drop box is now located at the Purdy Park...
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Posted on: January 23, 2023
Pierce County, WA – Pierce County and Comcast have finalized an agreement that will expand the availability of high-speed internet services on the Key Peninsula. Comcast will construct the infrastructure and make available a fast and re...
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Posted on: January 20, 2023
Pierce County Elections will perform the county's official logic and accuracy testing on ballot counting and processing equipment at 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 24 at the Pierce County Elections Center, 2501 S 35th St, in Tacoma. The test is open to the me...
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Posted on: January 17, 2023
Reflecting a worsening economic environment, Pierce County and Chambers Bay Resort, LLC, have terminated the agreement to develop a resort at Chambers Bay Golf Course.
“We are disappointed that we were not able to bring Chambers Bay Resort to our...
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Posted on: January 10, 2023
Thousands of Pierce County residents take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. While being a caregiver is a labor of love, it can also be very stressful. Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources is hosting a free movie at...
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Posted on: January 10, 2023
At its second regular meeting of the year, the Pierce County Council once again elected a bipartisan group to serve as Council leadership for 2023.
Councilmember Ryan Mello (District 4) was elected Council Chair for 2023, Councilmember Marty Campbell (Dist...
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Posted on: December 30, 2022
The Pierce County Council will hold a swearing-in ceremony during the Council meeting scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, in the Pierce County Council chambers on the 10th floor of the County-City Building (930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 1046 in Ta...
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Posted on: December 21, 2022
Customers in Pierce County’s sewer service area will see a 3 percent increase in their sewer rates starting Jan. 1, 2023.
In November 2021 the Pierce County Council passed Ordinance No. 2021-106, which set the sewer rate as part of the 2022-23 bi...
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Posted on: December 16, 2022
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write against committee statements for the Feb. 14, 2023, Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Against Committee members needed
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Posted on: December 14, 2022
On Tuesday, December 13, the Pierce County Council increased the area of marine shorelines protected from new pier and dock development on Pierce County marine shorelines by 52 miles with amendments to Pierce County’s shoreline development polic...
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Posted on: December 15, 2022
CORRECTION: The second paragraph was updated on Dec. 19.
Applications are now being accepted for the Pierce County Art Grant program. The grant program is designed to increase access to the arts, develop educational programs, provide support for unincorpor...
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Posted on: December 14, 2022
Pierce County invites community members to submit Sprinker Recreation Center building (Sprinker) upgrade ideas and feedback via an online open house until Jan. 31.
Located in the heart of the Parkland and Spanaway communities, Sprinker is Pierce County&...
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Posted on: November 9, 2022
Are you serving your community and want funding? We want your input!
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) is creating a resource webpage to encourage groups with limited experience or capacity to seek funding to serve their communities. We recogni...
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Posted on: November 7, 2022
Pierce County is awarding a total of $9.6 million to fund sewer and water system infrastructure improvement projects through its federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program.
The Planning and Public Works Department received 28 total applications ...
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Posted on: October 19, 2022
Pierce County, the City of Fife, and homeless service providers were recently awarded $35 million from the state Right of Way Safety Initiative to help move residents living on state highway rights of way into safer housing opportunities, with an emphasis...
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Posted on: October 7, 2022
Pierce County Human Services is announcing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to support pubic facilities. We are soliciting applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Public Facilities Projects to provide funding for eligible public...
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Posted on: September 21, 2022
Pierce County Human Services is awarding over $17 million for the development and preservation of affordable housing, resulting in 335 newly built units and 17 preserved units for low-income residents.
“These units will provide stable, affordable...
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Posted on: September 20, 2022
Pierce County’s Economic Development Department received the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) 2022 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award for Innovation Programs and Initiatives for the Pierce County Business Accelerator ...
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Posted on: September 19, 2022
Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources and the Pierce County Fall Prevention Coalition invite you to the annual Fall Prevention Awareness Day event this Thursday, September 22, from 10 a.m. - Noon at the Mel Korum Family YMCA. The address is 302 43r...
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Posted on: August 16, 2022
One in three seniors will die from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. With a disease that kills more people than breast and prostate cancer combined, it’s important to support families dealing with this heartbreaking condition.
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Posted on: August 16, 2022
Pierce County Elections received a declaration of write-in candidacy from Cameron Severns, who filed as a Democrat for the 25th Legislative District, State Representative Position No. 2. Under RCW 29A.24.311, candidates may declare themselves as a write-i...
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Posted on: July 25, 2022
Thousands of Pierce County residents take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. While being a caregiver is a labor of love, it can also be very stressful. On top of that stress, the isolation created by COVID-19 has resulted i...
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Posted on: July 14, 2022
Ballots will be mailed this Friday and there are changes for some Pierce County voters. A few Congressional, Legislative, and County Council lines have changed following the 2020 Census. These adjustments, made every 10 years, can surprise voters.&nbs...
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Posted on: July 13, 2022
The Pierce County Rental Assistance program will stop accepting applications on August 1, 2022. Tenants will have until then to submit or make changes to their rental assistance application. Applications will be processed normally until all funds have bee...
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Posted on: July 5, 2022
Pierce County made approximately $12.9M available in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Washington State Department of Commerce, the Tacoma Housing Authority and local Homeless Document Recording Fee for our annual Home...
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Posted on: June 30, 2022
Calling all artists! The Pierce County Arts Commission is seeking designs to help turn ordinary spaces into community landmarks. Applications are now being accepted online to submit artwork that can be applied to traffic signal boxes throughout unincorpor...
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Posted on: June 23, 2022
The latest assessed values for residential and commercial properties throughout Pierce County are in the mail to taxpayers and posted on the Assessor-Treasurer’s website.
“Home values in all parts of our County continue to increase dram...
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Posted on: June 8, 2022
The northeast side of Swan Creek Park will be closed from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 13-16 and June 21-24 while Pierce County crews remove gravel from a sediment pond.
The park’s parking lot near the Pioneer Way East and Waller Road East int...
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
Pierce County has established a grant program to allocate a total of $10 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) stimulus funding for sewer and water system infrastructure improvements.
To mitigate long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in o...
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
In recognition of National Dog Party Day, Pierce County Parks invite you and your dog to the new Pooch Paw-Ty event on Saturday, June 25 at South Hill Park and Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail in Puyallup.
Dogs and their people can expect visits fro...
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Posted on: May 26, 2022
New voter registration cards are being mailed to voters. The cards list new district and precinct assignments and are a result of Decennial Redistricting based on the 2020 census.
Voter registration cards are not needed to vote and are for informational pu...
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Posted on: May 25, 2022
Crews will resurface a section of Point Fosdick Drive Northwest starting May 31. The work is expected to be completed in late July.
The approximately 1-mile stretch runs from just north of Stone Drive Northwest to approximately 325 feet south of 36th Stree...
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Posted on: May 24, 2022
Presented by Pierce County Parks, the Donut Dash 5K returns with a virtual run option happening June 24-26 and an in-person event on Saturday, June 25, at the Foothills Trail in Orting.
Participants must pre-register online by Monday, June 13. All particip...
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Posted on: March 11, 2022
Pierce County District Court plans to end its court-wide face covering requirement effective March 14, 2022, based on information provided in Governor Jay Inslee's conference on Feb. 28, 2022. Face coverings will be optional and social distancing...
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Posted on: March 7, 2022
The community is invited to provide feedback on an upcoming Key Peninsula intersection project via an online open house through March 31.
Pierce County is analyzing alternatives to reconfigure the Key Peninsula Highway Northwest/Lackey Road Northw...
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Posted on: February 17, 2022
Pierce County employers can earn recognition for supporting sustainable transportation by participating in the Best Commuter Business Leadership program (BCB).
Each year, Pierce Trips reviews and scores participating employers’ efforts toward inc...
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Posted on: February 11, 2022
While real estate values have surged in Pierce County, statutory limits on property tax rates are holding tax increases to modest levels this year. “In recent years, tax bills fluctuated due to the State Legislature and local school districts re...
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Posted on: February 7, 2022
Pierce County is partnering with watershed councils, local nonprofits and agencies to fund a small grants program supporting community projects that improve habitat and water quality across the county.
The 2022 cycle will award up to $70,000 total to proje...
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Posted on: January 27, 2022
Business owners looking to create or expand a revenue stream by working with government are invited to attend the virtual 2022 Greater Pierce County Purchasing Forum.
In partnership with Alliance Northwest, the Forum will be held on Thursday, March 10, fro...
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Posted on: January 25, 2022
Note: Updated work hours went into effect Feb. 17, 2022.
Work to improve safety and traffic operations at the 92nd Avenue East and 224th Street East intersection will begin Jan. 27 and run through mid-summer 2023.
Visit www.piercecountywa.gov/crp5819 for pr...
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Posted on: January 19, 2022
Pierce County District Court has continued the suspension of all new civil and criminal jury trials until at least March 4th, 2022. Jury trials are slated to begin again on March 7, 2022. This date will be revisited as it approaches to determine if an ext...
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Posted on: December 10, 2021
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write against committee statements for the Feb. 8, 2022, Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Against Committee members needed
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Posted on: December 9, 2021
A special filing period will be held Dec. 13-15, 2021, for the Feb. 8, 2022, Drainage District Election. Offices are open for election in each of Pierce County’s eight drainage districts.
File in person at the Pierce County Election Center, 2501 S. 35th St...
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Posted on: June 2, 2021
Work continues to help rehabilitate approximately 10 acres of wetland as part of Pierce County’s Canyon Road Regional Connection Project.
In December 2020, Pierce County took ownership of a property along Canyon Road East and Pioneer Way East th...
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Posted on: March 9, 2021
Pierce County businesses recently told the County’s Economic Development Department what they need to survive and recover from the pandemic.
A survey of Pierce County businesses was recently conducted to learn which types of assistance ...
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Posted on: February 15, 2021
Pierce County Department of Emergency Management seeks COVID Recovery Team members to immediately serve on the front lines of its COVID-19 recovery efforts. COVID Recovery Team members will help Pierce County emerge from the pandemic crisis and serve the ...
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Posted on: February 11, 2021
While real estate values continue to surge in Pierce County, statutory limits on property tax rates are holding tax increases to modest levels this year. “For the past three years, tax bills fluctuated due to the McCleary court decisio...
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Posted on: January 15, 2021
In an effort to accelerate the pace of COVID-19 vaccinations, Pierce County officials are moving forward with plans to swiftly create three mass vaccination sites and several mobile locations.
The County’s Department of Emergency Management has d...
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Posted on: December 30, 2020
Wheeled all-terrain vehicles will be allowed on most public County roads with a speed limit of 35 miles per hour or less in the south and east sections of unincorporated Pierce County starting Jan. 1, 2021.
Their use supports economic development...
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Posted on: December 28, 2020
The No Sun Fun Run, presented by Pierce County Parks, is reimagined for 2021 with the option to race in-person or virtually. The in-person race will be held Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021 at Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail in Puyallup while the virtual race will o...
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Posted on: December 21, 2020
Customers in Pierce County’s sewer service area will see a 3.75 percent increase in their sewer rates starting Jan. 1, 2021.
The Pierce County Council passed Ordinance No. 2019-77 which set the sewer rate as part of the 2020-21 biennial budget. T...
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Posted on: December 10, 2020
The Pierce County District Court remains committed to taking important steps to protect public health while ensuring continued access to justice and essential court services during the COVID-19 pandemic. On November 23, 2020 the Court issued an order susp...
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Posted on: December 8, 2020
The completion of renovations on the fifth floor of the County-City Building includes three new courtrooms and associated spaces that bring new technologies, expanded energy conservation, and increased accessibility to the Pierce County District Court. Th...
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Posted on: November 23, 2020
Pierce County Parks has worked diligently to provide social, sport, and recreational activities at various sites throughout the county in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to Governor Inslee’s recently released directive and out of...
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Posted on: November 17, 2020
Popular holiday tradition Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park will open early this year on Nov. 21. The family-friendly annual event, now in its 26th year, offers visitors the perfect way to experience the magic of the holiday season from the safety of their ...
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Posted on: November 15, 2020
Pierce County District Court will not modify court operations based on information provided by the Governor during his November 15, 2020 press conference. The court has instituted safety measures that meet or exceed recommendations from the Tacoma/Pierce ...
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Posted on: November 15, 2020
Pierce County Superior Court will not modify court operations based on information provided by the Governor during his November 15, 2020 press conference. The court has instituted safety measures that meet or exceed recommendations from the Tacoma/Pierce ...
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Posted on: October 30, 2020
The Nov. 3 General Election promises a historic level of voter turnout. While many voters are returning ballots early, Pierce County Elections anticipates a high volume of traffic at its 47 ballot drop boxes on Election Day.
“So far, 73...
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Posted on: October 23, 2020
A partnership between Pierce County Economic Development, WorkForce Central, and Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region has come together through a CARES Act initiative to create paid internship positions for young people in the community. The Reco...
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Posted on: October 23, 2020
Meet Me in the Park is a unique program designed by Pierce County Parks, offered in partnership with Metro Parks Tacoma, that provides vital small group social and recreational connections for community members of all abilities who have experienced height...
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Posted on: October 14, 2020
Pierce County Parks has completed the development of the northern 4-acres of the 64-acre Stan and Joan Cross Park site. This development represents phase 1 of the park’s master plan.
Stan and Joan Cross Park is the first and only public...
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Posted on: October 9, 2020
Yesterday, Pierce County sold $11.3 million of general obligation refunding bonds and $189.4 million of sewer revenue refunding bonds to refinance existing debt and take advantage of lower market interest rates. The general obligation refunding will save ...
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Posted on: October 7, 2020
The Woof Woof Walk will take place this year at the South Hill Community Park and Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail in Puyallup on Oct. 24 from 9 a.m.-noon. Both people and pet participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes for this ...
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Posted on: September 21, 2020
Beginning Sept. 23, a one-mile portion of the Foothills Trail will be closed for repair. The closed section is just east of Orting and no detours will be possible until the work is complete. The closure will last from Wed., Sept. 23 through mid-October.
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Posted on: September 18, 2020
Pierce County businesses impacted by COVID-19 can apply for multiple programs offering financial relief through the Pierce County Economic Development Department. Applications are due by Oct. 2 for this round of funding for the following programs:
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Posted on: September 16, 2020
Today, a group of leaders from across Pierce County presented to the County Council the results of a review of Pierce County’s criminal justice policies and practices.
The Criminal Justice Work Group was convened by Sheriff Paul Pastor...
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Posted on: September 14, 2020
Citing the inexcusable environmental harm caused by irresponsible management of the Electron Dam, Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier has issued a letter imposing a series of mitigation steps the owners must take. Working with the Puyallup Tr...
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Posted on: August 11, 2020
Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier has lifted the County’s hiring freeze to add approximately two dozen deputies to the Sheriff’s Department.
“This unique opportunity to bring experienced deputies to the County i...
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Posted on: July 30, 2020
Following six months of construction, North Lake Tapps County Park is fully open again and ready to welcome visitors with many new amenities and enhanced features.
The list of improvements includes a new bulkhead which allows for easier water access, and a...
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Posted on: June 22, 2020
In its largest allocation to date, Pierce County has directed $5 million of CARES Act funding to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for K-12 schools in the county.
“School may be out for the summer, but we are already thinking about the ...
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Posted on: June 8, 2020
Another round of federal CARES Act funding has been allocated by Pierce County. As a result, nearly one-third of the $158 million total CARES funding has been allocated to date.
This week’s funding decisions include $5 million to expand public he...
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Posted on: May 27, 2020
The next round of CARES Act funding is on its way to aid Pierce County residents in recovering from the impact of the COVID-19 virus.
The largest share of the funding, $2.2 million, will go toward a new foreclosure prevention program designed to help homeo...
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Posted on: May 18, 2020
Executive Bruce Dammeier has appointed Retired Major General Kenneth Farmer, M.D., to lead Pierce County’s Office of Disaster Recovery. A noted military leader and physician, Dr. Farmer will help guide Pierce County’s efforts to recove...
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Posted on: May 16, 2020
Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier announced the next $17 million of the $158 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act federal funding has been distributed to assist with the COVID-19 recovery response.
“I appreci...
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Posted on: February 5, 2018
A new traffic signal system will be activated on Feb. 6 at the intersection of 78th Avenue East and 184th Street East to improve intersection operations.
The intersection was widened to add left turn lanes for 78th Avenue East.
Crews previously added street...
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Posted on: September 7, 2016
The Pierce County Council Community Development and Performance Audit Committees in a joint meeting will receive a presentation on outcomes and recommendations from the Agricultural Resource Land (ARL) Study that was commissioned by the council.
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Posted on: September 7, 2016
Pierce County District Court will close at noon Friday, Sept. 16 for employee training. The court will reopen Monday, Sept. 19.
This closure applies to courtrooms and public service windows of all District Court divisions, including Probation.
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Posted on: September 2, 2016
Pierce County administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Emergency services will operate without interruption.
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Posted on: September 2, 2016
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Posted on: August 30, 2016
Pierce County Parks and Recreation will host its seventh annual Touch-A-Truck event Saturday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 C St. S. in Tacoma.
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Posted on: August 30, 2016
Long-term care is commonly associated with age, however younger adults are finding themselves in need of services following accidents, unexpected illnesses or chronic conditions. One-third of residents in long-term care facilities are under age 65 and man...Read on...
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Posted on: August 29, 2016
108th Street East will be resurfaced between Ainsworth Avenue South and Pacific Avenue South from Sept. 6-16.
The road will remain open, although it will be reduced to one lane with alternating traffic. Motorists should expect 15-minute delays from 7 a...Read on...
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Posted on: August 29, 2016
The Pierce County Ferry will offer additional runs during the Labor Day weekend to accommodate holiday travelers.
Pierce County will operate both boats from noon to 6:40 p.m. on Sept. 2, 4 and 5. In addition to normally scheduled runs, the system’s se...Read on...
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Posted on: August 25, 2016
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Posted on: August 23, 2016
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is thrilled to bring you more than 29 delicious reasons to sample and explore the 2nd Annual Mobile Food Fest at Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 C St. S. in Spanaway.
The admission-free event takes place Saturday, A...Read on...
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Posted on: August 23, 2016
At today’s study session Pierce County Councilmembers had their first look at the two development proposals vying for the opportunity to build a $45 million resort at Chambers Bay in University Place, Wash.
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Posted on: August 23, 2016
Work to improve sidewalks and pedestrian visibility along Park Avenue South between 125th Street South and Garfield Street South will begin Aug. 29. The work is expected to be complete in late November.
The project will include new six-foot sidewalks a...Read on...
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Posted on: August 22, 2016
A spectacularly colorful day of all things kites will take place at Pierce County Parks & Recreation’s annual Kite Festival on Sunday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Central Meadow located at Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Dr. in Univ...Read on...
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Posted on: August 18, 2016
Due to the high temperatures expected this weekend, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an excessive heat warning for parts of the Puget Sound. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 80s to lower 90s Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 18-20. ...Read on...
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Posted on: August 18, 2016
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Posted on: August 18, 2016
Gem Heights Drive East will be resurfaced between Silver Creek Avenue East and Meridian Avenue East from Aug. 22-26.
The road will remain open, although it will be reduced to one lane with alternating traffic. Motorists should expect 15-minute delays f...Read on...
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Posted on: August 18, 2016
Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb has announced a county-wide outdoor burn ban, effective 8 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, until further notice. Dry weather and forecasts calling for continued dry heat prompted the limited ban, issued jointly with the Pier...Read on...
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Posted on: August 12, 2016
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Posted on: August 5, 2016
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Posted on: August 3, 2016
Editor’s Note: Updates committee members needed.
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write “For” and “Against” committee statements for the Nov. 8, 2016, General Election Local Voters’ Pa...Read on...
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Posted on: July 28, 2016
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write “For” and “Against” committee statements for the Nov. 8, 2016, General Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet in the following districts:
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Posted on: July 27, 2016
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is looking for public input on the 2017 update to the Chambers Creek Regional Park Master Site Plan.
The master plan is used to establish the vision for the park and to guide future development. Park users, citizens ...Read on...
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Posted on: July 22, 2016
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Sprinker Recreation Center, Pierce County’s premier recreational facility. To celebrate, Parks and Recreation has planned activities for the whole family to enjoy from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 30.
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Posted on: July 21, 2016
Pierce County Ferry riders will purchase their ferry tickets through a new ticketing system starting July 26.
Riders will be able to buy their tickets online at www.piercecountywa.org/ferry, at the Steilacoom Terminal and via a new smartphone app.
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Posted on: July 21, 2016
[On behalf of Pierce County, The City of Bonney Lake and Newland Communities]
Today officials from Pierce County, The City of Bonney Lake and Newland Communities, developer of the Tehaleh community, celebrated the completion of a $7.7 million extensio...Read on...
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Posted on: July 21, 2016
Pierce County crews will make repairs to the Carbon River levee near the Foothills Trail between Voight’s Creek and 197th Avenue East starting the week of July 25.
That section of the Foothills Trail will be closed for about a week. The trail may re-op...Read on...
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Posted on: July 20, 2016
Shared by the Pierce County Department of Communications:
Chambers Bay, in University Place, Wash., has been selected by the USGA as the site of the 2019 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship. The dates of the championship are May 25-29.
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Posted on: July 20, 2016
The community is invited to an Aug. 2 open house to learn about potential options to rehabilitate or replace the Fox Island Bridge.
The Preliminary Type, Size and Location Study began in winter 2015. Pierce County and HDR Engineering, the consultant h...Read on...
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Posted on: July 19, 2016
Pierce County Airport-Thun Field’s runway will be closed Monday to Thursday at night from Aug. 1 to Sept. 9 while crews install new wiring and replace runway edge light lamps. The runway will be closed from 10:30 p.m. to 9 a.m.
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Posted on: July 18, 2016
Bicyclists can now pick up the latest version of the Pierce County Bike Map at public libraries and most city halls and bike shops around the county.
The free map shows paved trails open to non-motorized traffic, bike lanes that are striped and signed...Read on...
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Posted on: July 15, 2016
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Posted on: July 8, 2016
The friends and family members of 37 individuals who died in Pierce County have one last opportunity to reclaim their remains. The list of individuals can be found below and at the Medical Examiner's website.
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Posted on: July 7, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of July 7, 2016
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Posted on: July 7, 2016
The Swan Creek Park entrance near Pioneer Way and Waller Road on the southeast side of Swan Creek will be closed weekdays July 11-16 while crews remove gravel from a sediment pond.
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Posted on: July 7, 2016
Sounds of live music will fill the air at Meridian Habitat Park in Puyallup every Friday in July from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The free summer concerts will feature a variety of local and regional musical styles that appeal to music lovers of all ages and taste...Read on...
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Posted on: July 6, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of June 30, 2016
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Posted on: June 30, 2016
“I am in receipt of Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy’s veto of Council Ordinance 2016-35s which requested the Planning Commission to conduct a public hearing considering amendments to prohibit the production, processing, and retail sale of marijuana i...Read on...
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Posted on: June 30, 2016
Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy today vetoed a County ordinance that requested the Planning Commission to consider amendments to the County Code related to marijuana production, processing and retail sale.
The veto sends the ordinance back to the...Read on...
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Posted on: June 30, 2016
With the 4th of July quickly approaching we want to make sure the residents of Pierce County are celebrating safely! The Pierce County Fire Marshal has put together useful information to help guide residents.
Be Prepared… before you light fireworks
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Posted on: June 28, 2016
The Pierce County Ferry will offer additional weekend runs in July and August to minimize delays during the busy summer season as part of a pilot program in 2016.
Pierce County will operate both boats from noon to 8 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays. In addi...Read on...
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Posted on: June 24, 2016
Pierce County Ferry riders should be aware of several items during the Fourth of July weekend.
Schedule changesDuring the Fourth of July weekend, a run departing Steilacoom at 10 p.m. on July 3 and 4 will be offered. The run departing Steilacoom at 4...Read on...
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Posted on: June 24, 2016
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Posted on: June 22, 2016
The Puget Sound Fresh App is the perfect way for consumers to learn about fresh summer produce or find local farmer markets. Now the popular app has won a 2016 Apex Award for design and overall communications excellence.
APEX 2016 is an international c...Read on...
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Posted on: June 17, 2016
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Posted on: June 13, 2016
Imagine treasure hunting at scores of garage sales without driving all day. Pierce County Parks and Recreation kicks off its seventh season by hosting four Junk in Your Trunk community garage sales on:
- Saturday, June 25
- Saturday, July 16
- Sa...
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Posted on: June 9, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of June 9, 2016
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Posted on: June 2, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of June 2, 2016
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Posted on: June 1, 2016
Children today face many extraordinary challenges and opportunities. That’s even more true for grandparents.Kids face so many issues in their lives and they often bring those challenges to home and family.
“Conversations on Grandparenting” is an inform...Read on...
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Posted on: May 31, 2016
A groundbreaking ceremony for additional trail improvements to the Buckley to South Prairie section of the Foothills National Recreation Trail will take place on June 7, 2016, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Fitzer Mill Site, along Highway 165.
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Posted on: May 27, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of May 26, 2016
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Posted on: May 27, 2016
Pierce County’s Chuck Buzzard is a groundbreaking technologist, innovative leader, and partner with many state and local agencies. Chuck has now been named “GIS Person of the Year” for his expertise and countless hours of volunteering.
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Posted on: May 25, 2016
Gig Harbor Wings & Wheels is back for its sixth year with activities for aviation, car and motorcycle enthusiasts alike.
The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 3 at the Tacoma Narrows Airport, located at 1202 26th Ave. NW in Gig Harbor.
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Posted on: May 25, 2016
Cyclists from all over the Puget Sound will take part in the 26th annual Tour de Pierce on Sunday, June 26. The bike ride to promote fitness, fun, and safety, includes 30- and 50-mile marked routes, plus a 12-mile route designed for families or for those ...Read on...
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Posted on: May 20, 2016
The Pierce County Ferry will operate on its holiday schedule on Memorial Day, May 30.
The ferry will operate a one-boat service, instead of a two-boat service that is typically offered on holiday weekends. The M/V Steilacoom II will handle the holiday...Read on...
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Posted on: May 20, 2016
Work on a road project along Crystal Mountain Boulevard East from State Route 410 to the Crystal Mountain Resort will resume May 23.
Utility crews will be onsite for about two weeks starting May 23 to relocate utility lines located near Mile Marker 6 ...Read on...
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Posted on: May 16, 2016
Pierce County will permanently close 62nd Avenue East at 52nd Street East on May 18, which will create a dead end on 62nd Avenue East.
In addition, the intersection of 62nd Avenue East and 48th Street East will become an all-way stop.
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Posted on: May 10, 2016
Businesses are invited to hear cyber security experts discuss global trends, regional impacts, and how to protect your business from cybercrime, at a half-day program on Thursday, May 26 in Lakewood.
The forum covers topics such as shifts in the cyber ...Read on...
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Posted on: May 5, 2016
Pierce County Superior Court is sponsoring Juror Appreciation Week from May 16-20 to recognize the important service that residents provide on jury duty and to highlight and honor and importance of that service.
Last year, 19,881 citizens served on a j...Read on...
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Posted on: May 5, 2016
Pierce County is teaming up with hundreds of organizations across Puget Sound to challenge residents to commit to at least one Sound-healthy action during May’s Puget Sound Starts Here Month.
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Posted on: May 4, 2016
Robin McKinney, facilities services coordinator for Facilities Management, passed away on April 27, at age 54 after her long battle with cancer.
Robin is a Lincoln High School graduate. Robin graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and served 12 years i...Read on...
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Posted on: May 3, 2016
The Crystal Judson Family Justice Center was established ten years ago following Crystal's murder at the hands of her husband. The community came together to grieve and heal, determined to raise awareness of domestic violence in our community and create ...Read on...
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Posted on: May 2, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of April 28, 2016
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Posted on: May 2, 2016
Individuals with disabilities encounter numerous barriers to employment. Those frustrating walls hinder gainful employment and reduce self-sufficiency. But Social Security provides many effective work incentives that can be combined with other state resou...Read on...
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Posted on: April 29, 2016
On Jan. 29, 2016, nearly 2,000 people in Pierce County were homeless.
Pierce County has seen a dramatic rise in homelessness over the last 12 months. Based on the 2016 Point in Time homelessness report released today, the number of people and families ...Read on...
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Posted on: April 29, 2016
Following a lengthy and thorough recruitment process, Peter Ansara has been named Director of Community Connections for Pierce County. He begins his new role on May 2, 2016.
“Peter is passionate about serving Pierce County and the important work of Com...Read on...
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Posted on: April 27, 2016
Movies can be our window on the world and windows into our own lives. In observance of Older Americans Month, the Pierce County Library system and Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources are showing three remarkable films that explore the significa...Read on...
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Posted on: April 26, 2016
The Pierce County Landmarks and Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the 2017 Preservation Grant Program, which assists in funding preservation efforts in Pierce County.
Grant requests can be made for historic preservation or histor...Read on...
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Posted on: April 26, 2016
Pierce County Superior Court today announced Chris Gaddis as its newest Court Administrator. He will begin his new role on May 2, 2016.
Gaddis has had a 23-year career in law enforcement and has been the Chief of Police for the City of Normandy Park si...Read on...
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Posted on: April 22, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of April 21, 2016
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Posted on: April 18, 2016
Postponing the most important decisions can be disastrous. It can tear families apart and destroy what took a lifetime to establish. Three final decisions are the most important and come into play at the most stressful time of life – when death occurs.
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Posted on: April 15, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of April 14, 2016
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Posted on: April 12, 2016
Vision loss happens more often that we may care to admit. Whether by disease, age, accident or trauma, people can have their vision impacted. But it doesn’t have to mean the loss of independence or quality of life. By tapping into community supports and r...Read on...
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Posted on: April 12, 2016
A new traffic signal system will be activated at the intersection of 52nd Street East and 66th Avenue East near Puyallup on April 12 to improve intersection operations.
Currently, there is a stop sign on 52nd Street East where it intersects with 66th A...Read on...
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Posted on: April 8, 2016
Jury coordinators in Pierce County have received several reports this week of scammers working the phones to trick residents into believing they owe a fine for missing jury duty.
Here’s what to look out for:
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Posted on: April 8, 2016
Pierce County Juvenile Court’s CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Program will be holding a free event at LeMay - America's Car Museum, on April 28 at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the amazing work of their 230 volunteers, to connect with new volunteers, an...Read on...
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Posted on: April 7, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of April 7, 2016
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Posted on: April 6, 2016
Silver and blue pinwheels have taken over the front lawn of Pierce County Juvenile Court, and are springing up around Tacoma and Pierce County to help bring awareness to National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month.
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Posted on: April 6, 2016
Peak season fare rates start May 1 for Pierce County Ferry passengers.
Passengers driving vehicles 21 feet in length or less will see their fares increase from the non-peak season rate of $18.35 to the peak season rate of $23.85, while passengers drivi...Read on...
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Posted on: March 31, 2016
Want to learn more about possible facility solutions that Pierce County is exploring? Residents can attend community meetings during April to hear about a concept under consideration that may provide improved facilities for some County employees, Tacoma-P...Read on...
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Posted on: April 1, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of March 31, 2016
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Posted on: March 31, 2016
The Pierce County Executive’s Office is accepting applications to fill two Ethics Commission positions. The citizen commission is responsible for promoting and upholding ethical conduct in Pierce County government.
Applicants must be registered to vote...Read on...
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Posted on: March 30, 2016
A new traffic signal system will be activated at the intersection of 78th Avenue East and 192nd Street East near Graham on March 31 to improve intersection operations.
Currently, there are stop signs on 192nd Street East where it intersects with 78th A...Read on...
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Posted on: March 30, 2016
Individuals and families dealing with memory loss or facing a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s are typically filled with anxiety, fear and confusion. It’s a time when the sky can seem to be falling in. But there is hope, there are resources and there are people w...Read on...
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Posted on: March 25, 2016
Work to relieve traffic congestion at the 112th Street East and A Street South intersection will start March 28. The work is expected to be complete by the end of July or early August.
The intersection will be widened to accommodate a new traffic signa...Read on...
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Posted on: March 25, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of March 24, 2016
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Posted on: March 24, 2016
Long term care is commonly associated with age. But increasingly younger adults find themselves in need of services following accidents, unexpected illnesses or chronic conditions. One third of residents in long term care facilities are under 65 years. A...Read on...
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Posted on: March 23, 2016
In response to a surge in demand for passports, the Pierce County Auditor’s Office, located at 2401 S. 35th St., Room 200, in Tacoma will be staying open an extra hour the week of April 4-8, 2016. Doors will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Why Apr...Read on...
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Posted on: March 18, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of March 17, 2016
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Posted on: March 14, 2016
Spring is around the corner and that means the sounds of family fun will be heard from miles around Chambers Creek Regional Park for Parks & Recreation’s Annual Family Bingo Night on Friday, April 1, from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
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Posted on: March 14, 2016
Pierce County roadsides will get their annual makeover this spring and summer.
An initial application of herbicides to combat weeds along road shoulders will start Monday, March 28, and continue through June. Targeted noxious weeds and brush control a...Read on...
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Posted on: March 11, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of March 10, 2016
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Posted on: March 4, 2016
Odds are you won’t need it. Odds are if you do need it, Social Security Disability is a lifesaver. Nearly one out of every six working-age Americans – 29.5 million people – has a disability, making them much more likely to experience economic hardship th...Read on...
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Posted on: March 3, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of March 3, 2016
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Posted on: February 29, 2016
Pierce County Ferry service is expected to resume in the early evening Feb. 29 once the M/V Christine Anderson is cleared to take over the remaining runs of the day.
Ferry service has been down since 5:45 a.m. Feb. 29 after the system’s other ferry, th...Read on...
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Posted on: February 29, 2016
The Pierce County Ferry is expected to be out of service most of Feb. 29 following electrical issues on the M/V Steilacoom II.
The ferry lost steering controls on one engine as it departed Steilacoom at 5:45 a.m. for the first run of the day. The ferry...Read on...
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Posted on: February 26, 2016
The Pierce County Law Library will be closed on Sundays, effective March 6. The Library’s Board of Trustees approved this closure in response to funding restrictions that no longer support Sunday hours.
Hours on Monday will remain 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.,...Read on...
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Posted on: February 26, 2016
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write committee statements for the April 26, 2016, Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet in the following districts:
Committee members needed
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Posted on: February 25, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Feb. 25, 2016
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Posted on: February 24, 2016
Social Security continues to be a key part of how Americans ensure their financial security after they retire. Congress made some substantial changes to the program that take effect in 2016. For people preparing to start their Social Security benefits, th...Read on...
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Posted on: February 17, 2016
A citizen’s petition to “Form a metropolitan park district in University Place” has qualified for the April 26, 2016 ballot. The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write a “for” and “against” s...Read on...
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Posted on: February 16, 2016
Pierce County Parks and Recreation invites boys and girls to Sprinker Ice Arena on Saturday, Feb. 20 for a Try Hockey For Free clinic as part of Hockey Weekend Across America. Starting at 5:45 p.m. local youth, ages 4 to 9, are encouraged to experience ic...Read on...
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Posted on: February 16, 2016
University Place Mayor Javier Figueroa and City of Puyallup Councilmember Tom Swanson have been elected to lead the Rainier Communications Commission, which advises local jurisdictions on telecommunications issues and televises local government programmin...Read on...
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Posted on: February 12, 2016
In observance of Presidents' Day, Pierce County administrative offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 15. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
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Posted on: February 12, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Feb. 11, 2016
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Posted on: February 8, 2016
Developers asked to submit Statement of Qualifications
Pierce County is looking for a partner to design, finance, construct and operate a resort-style development adjacent to the Chambers Bay Golf Course in University Place, Wash. Chambers Bay hosted t...Read on...
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Posted on: February 5, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Feb. 4, 2016
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Posted on: February 3, 2016
Pierce County is seeking greater efficiencies in leased space and opportunities to provide a better return on investment to taxpayers.
Numerous leases are expiring this calendar year. The county must continue to lease office space. However, it is not ...Read on...
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Posted on: January 29, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Jan. 28, 2016
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Posted on: January 28, 2016
County Executive Pat McCarthy has selected Libby Catalinich as the next Director of Communications. The first day on the job for Catalinich will be Feb. 8, with confirmation by the County Council to follow.
Catalinich will leave her positon as Senior A...Read on...
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Posted on: January 27, 2016
PCC Farmland Trust has announced that Puyallup Valley’s Shelstad Farm and Harman Farm are preserved in perpetuity, joining five other working farms in the area that have been conserved by the organization.
PCC Farmland Trust will celebrate the conserv...Read on...
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Posted on: January 26, 2016
The Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department announced that the Sprinker Recreation Center experienced record-breaking attendance and revenue in 2015.
Parks and Recreation has worked diligently to improve Sprinker and the facility has experienced...Read on...
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Posted on: January 21, 2016
Construction work to preserve the life of six sewer collection manholes in Lakewood will begin Jan. 25.
Crews will replace corroded interior iron drop structures, install new manhole steps, and rehabilitate walls, shelves, and channels. Additionally, ...Read on...
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Posted on: January 15, 2016
The Pierce County Department of Community Connections and Tacoma-Lakewood-Pierce County Continuum of Care to End Homelessness are looking for volunteers to gather census data of the homeless population and those on the verge of becoming homeless in Pierce...Read on...
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Posted on: January 13, 2016
Applications are being accepted to fill two regular Members and one Alternate Member on the Pierce County Board of Equalization. The seven member board hears appeals from taxpayers who disagree with the assessed value of their properties as determined by ...Read on...
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Posted on: January 13, 2016
Pierce County Councilmember Doug Richardson has been elected as council chair for 2016. The seven-member body voted for leadership positions at the council’s Jan. 12 weekly meeting. Voting for committee leadership will occur at the Jan. 19 council meeting...Read on...
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Posted on: January 12, 2016
Transportation For America has selected Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young to participate in the 2016 Transportation Leadership Academy.
The yearlong training academy focuses on teaching local leaders about performance measurements to better asse...Read on...
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Posted on: January 11, 2016
Following a historic year in which Chambers Bay hosted the first U.S. Open in the Pacific Northwest, the course recently released statistics that illustrate the marketing benefits of hosting the National Championship. As a result of forty hours of televis...Read on...
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Posted on: January 8, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Jan. 7, 2016
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Posted on: January 7, 2016
Informed drivers find and fix car leaks for cleaner water
Pierce and King counties have won the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) National Environmental Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Information and Education for the joi...Read on...
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Posted on: January 5, 2016
Pierce County and neighboring counties realized a $134 million boost in total economic impact from the U.S. Open Championship, conducted by the United States Golf Association at Chambers Bay Golf Course June 15-21, 2015, a recent study reveals.
Commis...Read on...
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Posted on: January 4, 2016
Pierce County Community Connections Aging and Disability Resources is hosting a repeat series of the popular “Oh My Gosh – Now What?” The 6-part series of discussions for families and individuals focuses on the initial journey through Alzheimer’s and oth...Read on...
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Posted on: November 18, 2016
Pierce County News for the week of Nov. 17, 2016
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Posted on: December 29, 2015
Television has made hoarding into prime time entertainment. But hoarding is serious business that can last a lifetime – a mental health disorder that may touch over 1 million people in the US. Often families are torn apart, friends are alienated and mar...Read on...
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Posted on: December 18, 2015
Pierce County News for the week of Dec. 17, 2015
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Posted on: December 15, 2015
Businesses must be licensed and meet county and state requirements
The County Council this afternoon repealed its de facto ban on marijuana production and sales in unincorporated areas. The bill changes the conditional use permit process by eliminating...Read on...
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Posted on: December 14, 2015
The Pierce County Auditor’s Office is opening a special appointment period to recruit individuals to write committee statements for the Feb. 9, 2016, Special Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet in the following districts:
Committee members needed
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Posted on: December 10, 2015
Repairs will be made to the Pierce County Ferry landing on Anderson Island outside of sailing hours the week of Dec. 14.
Crews will repair damaged apron hinges and brackets between 9:15 p.m. on Dec. 14 and 5:45 a.m. Dec. 15. The apron hinges and brack...Read on...
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Posted on: December 9, 2015
In response to flooding on multiple rivers, isolated landslides, and road closures in Pierce County, the Pierce County Emergency Operations Center opened today at a Level 2 at 9 a.m.
Officials are working with jurisdictions and partners across Pierce...Read on...
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Posted on: December 8, 2015
Want to get out and pick from locally crafted, unique gifts for that “hard to buy for” person on your shopping list? With more than 55 vendors — and holiday experience fit for the season — Pierce County Parks invites you to shop at the 3rd annual Crafters...Read on...
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Posted on: December 7, 2015
Fares to ride the Pierce County Ferry will increase across all rider categories except for youth starting Jan. 1, 2016.
The increase was recommended as part of the 2015 Waterborne Transportation Study, and included in the 2016 Pierce County Budget.
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Posted on: December 7, 2015
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is looking for interested citizens to attend its winter Community Academy program. The University Place academy begins Jan. 13, 2016 and will meet each Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for 10 weeks. The South...Read on...
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Posted on: December 7, 2015
Pierce County News for the week of Dec. 3, 2015
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