Posted on: August 9, 2022
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 9, 2022
Pierce County Council appoints Paul M. Herrera to District 2 County Council seat
Today the Pierce County Council appointed Paul M. Herrera to fill the vacant 2nd Pierce Count...
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2022
Pierce County Councilmember Hans Zeiger will leave council to lead civic education nonprofit
Today, Pierce County Council Councilmember Hans Zeiger announced he will...
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 31, 2022
The Pierce County Council acted Tuesday to put protections in place that make it easier for future dog owners to know their puppy’s history before buying the animal ...
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Posted on: May 24, 2022
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 24, 2022
The Pierce County Council acted again this week to legalize safe parking sites in unincorporated parts of the county while permanent regulations are drafted for review and con...
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Posted on: May 11, 2022
Office of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 11, 2022
Pierce County Council approves budget adjustments to support law enforcement, replace revenue
This week the Pierce County Council took action to make changes to the previously ad...
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Posted on: April 20, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 20, 2022
Following a recommendation from its recently adopted Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness, the Pierce County Council acted Tuesday to allow safe parking facilities in unincorporated areas on an interim basis....
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Posted on: April 20, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2022
Vacant land that sat untouched for 15 years will get new life as a future affordable housing project, thanks to a partnership between Pierce County and the city of Tacoma.
Under an agreement ...
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Posted on: March 22, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2022
Today the Pierce County Council approved a $4,010,000 settlement agreement reached with the family of Manuel Ellis.
No monetary value will ever compensate for the loss or heartache Mr. Ellis’...
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Posted on: March 17, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 17, 2022
May we all draw inspiration from Deputy Dominique “Dom” Calata, who embodied servant leadership. Whether through his deployments with the U.S. Army, his commitment to the National Guard or his employm...
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Posted on: March 16, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2022
The Pierce County Council once again signaled its commitment to address the needs of the county’s most vulnerable residents with adoption of a Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness that will serve as...
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Posted on: March 8, 2022
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2022
Members of the Pierce County Council were saddened to learn of the death of Sue Kidd, a longtime food writer/restaurant critic for The News Tribune, King County Journal and ...
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Posted on: January 4, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 4, 2022
At its first meeting of the year, the Pierce County Council again elected a bipartisan slate to serve as Council leadership for 2022.
Councilmember Derek Young, D-Gig Harbor, was re-elected Council Ch...
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Posted on: December 28, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2021
Last week land conservation agency Forterra announced it acquired a critical 33-acre section of privately owned property along South Prairie Creek in Buckley.
In 2019 the Pierce County Council appro...
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Posted on: November 23, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 23, 2021
Pierce County Council Adopts $2.97 billion 2022-2023 Biennial Budget
The Pierce County Council adopted the county’s nearly $3 billion biennial budget Tuesday, making critical inv...
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Posted on: November 18, 2021
Following a lengthy meeting Nov. 16, the proposed Pierce County 2022-2023 Biennial Budget is one step closer to final adoption.
During the meeting Council reviewed 21 ordinances related to the budget and fees. Of these, 15 were approved and six were contin...
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Posted on: November 12, 2021
This week Council hit the final stretch of its budget planning process, reviewing required ordinances tied to adoption of the budget, including the 6-year Transportation Improvement Program, or TIP, the 14-year Ferry Program and the Capital Facilities Pla...
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Posted on: November 5, 2021
This week Council heard from the remaining county departments about their proposed budgets, budget requests and had the opportunity to ask questions of department directors and leaders. Topics included Finance and IT and a review of the Sheriff’...
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Posted on: November 2, 2021
Office of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 2, 2021
Today the Pierce County Council appointed Yasmin Trudeau to fill the vacant 27th Legislative District state Senate seat.
The appointment came after questions from councilmembers, follo...
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Posted on: October 29, 2021
This week the Pierce County Council continued its in-depth review of the proposed 2022-2023 Biennial Budget by hearing a wide range of topics ranging court operations and Auditor’s Office functions, to Parks and Recreation needs and Human Services program...
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Posted on: October 26, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2021
Today the Pierce County Council received the results of the independent investigation it commissioned in early April to review the conduct of Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer.
“In the interest of tran...
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Posted on: October 22, 2021
This week the Pierce County Council kicked off its in-depth review of the proposed 2022-2023 Biennial Budget with four meetings.
The first meeting served as an overview of the proposed budget by Director of Finance Gary Robinson, as previously ou...
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Posted on: October 15, 2021
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 15, 2021
Council wrapped its pre-budget planning meetings Friday, Oct. 15 and is beginning its in-depth review of proposed expenditures and revenue collections next week.
This is th...
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Posted on: October 12, 2021
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 12, 2021
The Pierce County Council allocated its remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds Tuesday to support area schools and youth programs and increase shelter opportunities for ...
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Posted on: October 6, 2021
News ReleaseOffice of the Pierce County Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 6, 2021
Over the next two months the Pierce County Council will work together to craft the 2022-2023 Biennial Budget, which directs the delivery of services, programs, an...
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Posted on: May 5, 2020
The Pierce County Council voted today on Emergency Resolution R2020-35 and Emergency Ordinance 2020-60 setting funding priorities for strategic recovery with the allocation of nearly $158 million of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (...
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Posted on: November 27, 2019
The Pierce County Council will hold an in-district Council meeting at 5 p.m. on Dec. 3, at Thornewood Castle, 8601 North Thorne Lane SW in Lakewood. This in-district meeting will be led by Chair Doug Richardson, Pierce County Council District 6.
Each membe...
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Posted on: November 18, 2019
Pierce County Council adopts biennial budget, making significant investments in public safety, human services and parks
The over $2.4 billion 2020-2021 biennial budget (Ordinance 2019-86s) was unanimously adopted by the Council, making significant investme...
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Posted on: January 17, 2017
The seven-member Pierce County Council has elected its leadership and made assignments on Council committees and other boards and commissions.
In last week’s Council meeting, Pierce County Councilmember Doug Richardson was re-elected Council ch...Read on...
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Posted on: December 1, 2016
The Pierce County Council will hold an In-District Council meeting in District 5 at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 6, at the Salishan Family Investment Center, 1724 E. 44 St., Room 101 in Tacoma. This in-district meeting will be chaired by Councilmember Rick Talbert. ...Read on...
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Posted on: November 29, 2016
After months of negotiation and discussion, the Pierce County Council voted unanimously to adopt the County’s 2017 operating and capital budgets. The new budget will take effect Jan. 1, 2017.
A large focus of the 2017 budget is public safety, c...
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Posted on: November 8, 2016
The Pierce County Council’s Community Development Committee will hear a resolution that articulates the County’s focus and efforts to manage growth in the central urban growth area.
During the committee meeting on Monday, No...
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Posted on: October 13, 2016
The Pierce County Council is encouraging the public to provide feedback on a proposed ordinance that restricts fireworks in the County.
County Ordinance 2016-39s would amend Pierce County Code limiting the days and hours when fireworks may be sold and ...Read on...
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Posted on: September 27, 2016
The Pierce County Council will hold an In-District Council meeting in District 2 at 5p.m. on Oct. 4, at Fife City Hall, 5411 23rd Street East in Fife. This in-district meeting will be chaired by Councilmember Joyce McDonald.
Each member of the Pierce C...Read on...
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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.
Barney...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: 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 2, 2015
Program designed to reduce the number of people in jail with mental illness
The Pierce County Council yesterday passed a resolution announcing support for the national “Stepping Up” initiative. The program will be employed to reduce the number of peopl...Read on...
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Posted on: November 17, 2015
Former Gig Harbor Mayor Gretchen Wilbert passed away last weekend. She served from 1990 through 2006. In response, Pierce County Council Member Derek Young issued this statement:
“On Sunday, we lost a true visionary and leader with the passing of Mayor...Read on...
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Posted on: November 10, 2015
During the Pierce County Council’s budget debate at their Nov. 10 meeting, the body adopted an amendment that would create a special fund to enforce state and county marijuana laws. Councilmember Joyce McDonald – a vehement opponent of legalizing marijuan...Read on...
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Posted on: November 10, 2015
After July 1, 2016, unlicensed marijuana sales operations in unincorporated Pierce County will be in violation of the law. Now that a budget amendment authored by Councilmember Doug Richardson has been adopted, those caught breaking the law after the cuto...Read on...
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Posted on: November 10, 2015
During budget debate at the Nov. 10 meeting of the Pierce County Council, the body adopted an amendment that funds the creation of a Sheriff’s unit dedicated solely to property crimes. It’s a measure which Councilmember Rick Talbert has been fighting on b...Read on...
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Posted on: October 29, 2015
County Executive Pat McCarthy has announced the hiring of Tiffany Speir as Director of Government Relations for Pierce County. Speir, formerly with the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership (SSMCP), has worked in Pierce County for the last seve...Read on...
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Posted on: October 19, 2015
The Pierce County Council has updated its list of upcoming meetings held in locations around the county in an effort to make government more accessible.
The Council, which normally meets Tuesdays in the County-City Building in downtown Tacoma, will hol...Read on...
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Posted on: September 22, 2015
Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy detailed her budget proposal before the County Council Tuesday, highlighting an expanded economy, improved customer services and an investment in what she termed the “moral center” of government.
Her 2016 budget pro...Read on...
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Posted on: September 9, 2015
The Pierce County Council will hold upcoming meetings in Eatonville, Buckley and Tacoma as part of its effort to make government more accessible to more people.
The Council, which normally meets Tuesdays in the County-City Building in downtown Tacoma, ...Read on...
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Posted on: August 28, 2015
On Friday, Aug. 28, Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy notified members of the County Council that she was vetoing the Council’s passage of a county comprehensive plan for the second time, citing concern over an amendment that would allow larger scale r...Read on...
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Posted on: August 7, 2015
The National Association of Counties (NACo) has named Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young as the newest member of its Health Steering Committee. The organization, which represents county governments nationwide, made the announcement following its 2015...Read on...
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Posted on: July 27, 2015
By July 1, 2016, all unlicensed marijuana sales operations in unincorporated Pierce County – medical and recreational – must close. That message has been delivered to county landlords, business owners and operators whose establishments involve the burgeon...Read on...
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Posted on: July 23, 2015
The Pierce County Council will hold a special meeting in DuPont at 5 p.m. on Monday, July 27, to recognize the retirement of U.S. Army Col. H. Charles Hodges as well as conduct regular council business. Col. Hodges has served as commander of Joint Base Le...Read on...
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Posted on: July 23, 2015
In response to the growing behavioral health crisis facing Pierce County, Councilmembers Connie Ladenburg and Derek Young have introduced a resolution calling for an audit of the County’s mental health resources.
“We know that we have a mental health c...Read on...
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Posted on: July 17, 2015
After Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy vetoed the comprehensive plan passed by the County Council on June 30, 2015, Councilmember Rick Talbert (5th District) issued the following statement regarding two amendments cited as the primary reason for the v...Read on...
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Posted on: July 16, 2015
After learning that Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy vetoed the county’s comprehensive plan, passed unanimously by the County Council on June 30, Council Chair Dan Roach issued the following statement:
“I am surprised that the executive chose to re...Read on...
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Posted on: July 14, 2015
U.S. Army officials announced last week that Joint Base Lewis-McCord will reduce troop strength by 1,250, a number that is much lower than previously proposed.
“The reduced personnel drawdown is great news for Pierce County and District 6,” said Counci...Read on...
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Posted on: July 10, 2015
In response to the Pierce County Auditor’s announcement that an effort by county resident Jerry Gibbs calling for a vote on the county’s proposed General Services building has collected enough signatures to qualify for the November 2015 ballot, Pierce Cou...Read on...
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Posted on: May 27, 2015
Leaders of Pierce County and the cities of University Place and Lakewood have agreed to work together to develop a trail through the scenic Chambers Creek Canyon.
The two cities have already approved the agreement. With the Pierce County Council’s unan...Read on...
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Posted on: May 13, 2015
Just as doctors recommend annual physicals for their patients, the U.S. Coast Guard also insists on ferry boat inspections every two years.
One of Pierce County’s two ferries, the M/V Steilacoom II, will motor into dry dock on June 1 for its biennial i...Read on...
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Posted on: May 6, 2015
At least every 10 years since it was first adopted in 1981, the Pierce County Council is required to call for a Charter Review Commission to examine the effectiveness of the county’s governing document.
In accordance with Resolution 2015-14, Pierce Co...Read on...
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Posted on: May 6, 2015
The American Heart Association has presented its Gold Achievement Award to Pierce County. The award, given to Councilmember Rick Talbert during the organization’s annual breakfast on May 5, recognizes employers who champion the health of their employees b...Read on...
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Posted on: April 23, 2015
Pierce County residents looking to give back to their communities have ample opportunities to volunteer, especially in the 5th Council District that extends from South Tacoma to 160th Street E. in Spanaway and east-west from Interstate 5 to Woodland Avenu...Read on...
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Posted on: April 22, 2015
The Pierce County Council and the Tacoma City Council have issued proclamations designating April 26th as Domestic Violence Awareness Day in Pierce County and the City of Tacoma. April 26, 2015, marks the twelfth anniversary of the tragic murder of Crysta...Read on...
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Posted on: April 21, 2015
Leaders from South Sound 911 and members of the Pierce County Council will provide briefings about the agency’s plan to build a new public safety communications center at upcoming public meetings around the county. Voters in Pierce County authorized the p...Read on...
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Posted on: April 20, 2015
Pierce County officials are applauding the state legislature for passing a bill that aligns ferry system funding increases with inflation. Prior to Senate Bill 5307, revenue streams to county ferry systems were largely dependent on available state gas-tax...Read on...
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Posted on: April 9, 2015
Now that the County has finished moving its online charter and code to Code Publishing, a Seattle-based Codification company, citizens and county staff will see and experience increased functionality provided through the new site. The overall responsibili...Read on...
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Posted on: April 3, 2015
Members of the County Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday, March 31, proclaiming April 6-12 “National Public Health Week” in Pierce County. The measure is part of a broader effort to designate National Public Health Week across the country, ...Read on...
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Posted on: April 1, 2015
Citing their respect and admiration for all Vietnam-era military veterans, members of the Pierce County Council unanimously adopted resolution R2015-39 at their March 31 meeting.
“So much was asked of our service members at a time when nobody could hav...Read on...
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Posted on: March 31, 2015
Amid a sea of yellow taffeta and silver tiaras, members of the Pierce County Council honored the 82nd Annual Daffodil Festival Tuesday and recognized the good work done by its ambassadors, members of the Royal Court.
Twenty-three Daffodil Princesses jo...Read on...
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Posted on: March 30, 2015
Pierce County Council Chair Dan Roach is proposing an ordinance that aims to accomplish what a private citizen has come under fire for trying to do: give the taxpayers a voice in the multi-million dollar decision to construct a new general services buildi...Read on...
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Posted on: March 11, 2015
Pierce County has two new award-winning community volunteers.
On Tuesday, March 10, the County Council recognized the special efforts and contributions of the recipient of the Volunteer of the Year award, Alan Hughes, and the recipient of the Special A...Read on...
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Posted on: March 3, 2015
Councilmember Dan Roach, who chairs the Pierce County Council, has announced he’ll be proposing a resolution that would direct the county prosecutor’s office to drop a recently-filed lawsuit against a Pierce County resident.
The prosecutor filed a laws...Read on...
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Posted on: January 26, 2015
Members of the Pierce County Council's Community Development Committee have scheduled four meetings around the county to gather public input on changes to proposed shoreline development guidelines required by the state.
These meetings will address 18 a...Read on...
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Posted on: January 13, 2015
Members of the Pierce County Council voted unanimously in favor of a resolution declaring January 2015 to be Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
The measured, passed at the Jan. 13 Council meeting, calls human trafficking a form of modern-day slavery an...Read on...
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Posted on: January 13, 2015
Pierce County Councilmember Dan Roach has been re-elected as Council chair for 2015. The seven-member body voted for leadership positions and assignments on Council committees and other boards and commissions at the Council’s Jan. 13 weekly meeting.
Co...Read on...
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Posted on: January 9, 2015
Three members of the Pierce County Council are hosting a public forum to provide local residents with another opportunity to learn about the proposed general services building currently under consideration. The meeting – arranged by Councilmembers Connie ...Read on...
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Posted on: January 8, 2015
Pierce County Council Chair Dan Roach says he’s pleased with the governor’s appointment of Carol Gregory to fill the vacant 30th District seat in the state House of Representatives. That position has been open since the death of former Rep. Roger Freeman,...Read on...
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Posted on: January 6, 2015
One day after raising his right hand and taking the oath of office, new Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young says he’s humbled and excited to serve his constituents in the 7th Council District.
At the first council meeting of the New Year on Tuesday...Read on...
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Posted on: December 8, 2014
Members of the Pierce County Council want to meet with the King County Council so they can jointly decide who to appoint to the vacant 30th District seat in the state House of Representatives.
Pierce County Council members have expressed a strong desi...Read on...
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Posted on: December 5, 2014
The Pierce County Council holds at least one of its regular Tuesday meetings in each of the seven council districts each year. The final stop on the 2014 tour will be at the new Parkland/Spanaway Sheriff’s precinct on Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m. The address is 14...Read on...
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Posted on: November 26, 2014
The Pierce County Council will hold its regular Tuesday meeting in Puyallup on Dec. 2. The meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. at Puyallup City Hall in the Williams Stoner Council Chambers (5th floor), 333 South Meridian in Puyallup (click here for a map...Read on...
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Posted on: October 27, 2014
This week, the Pierce County Council will hold its regular Tuesday meeting on Fox Island in the 7th Council District. The county charter directs the council to hold a number of its weekly meetings at various locations throughout the district to give count...Read on...
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Posted on: October 9, 2014
The Pierce County Council has scheduled 10 public meetings as it considers spending priorities for the 2015 budget.
Council members will soon conclude a series of retreats at which they learned about the specifics of the 2015 budget proposal submitted...Read on...
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Posted on: October 9, 2014
The Pierce County Council will hold its regular Tuesday meeting in Ashford on Oct. 14 as part of an effort to reach out to county residents who may not otherwise be able to attend the weekly meetings in Tacoma. The Ashford meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the ...Read on...
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Posted on: October 6, 2014
In an effort to involve more citizens in government, the Pierce County Council will relocate its regular Tuesday meeting to Lakewood tomorrow evening. The meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in Lakewood City Hall.
“The Pierce County Charter requires u...Read on...
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