“Tacoma 2035 and our Community Safety Action Strategy reflect the best of who we are and who we aspire to be as a city. They are the result of years of community conversations, lived experience, and hard-won lessons about what it truly takes to build a thriving, equitable, and connected Tacoma. They offer a broad, forward-looking vision that allows each of our Council members, partners, and residents to see their priorities reflected — from housing, economic opportunity, climate resilience, or our shared commitment to public safety.
At the heart of this work is a belief that safety is about more than reacting to harm, it’s about preventing it. It’s about making sure people have stable housing, access to mental and behavioral health resources, pathways to employment, and neighborhoods designed for connection. By approaching safety holistically, we strengthen the entire foundation of our city and create the conditions where every person feels a sense of belonging and security.
Tacoma 2035 sets the course, and the Community Safety Action Strategy gives us the tools to act with clarity and compassion. Together, they position us to build a safer, healthier, and more hopeful Tacoma for the next decade and beyond.”