City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories
Apr 17, 2026
Statement from District 4 Council Member Sandesh Sadalge on the Critical Importance of Centering Equity in Regional Transit Decisions
The future of regional transit is on the table, and more than trains and light rail is at stake. This is a historic moment for the Sound Transit…
Apr 17, 2026
Street Closure Projected to Start the Week of April 20 for Residential Street Restoration Program Maintenance Work
Below is an upcoming projected street closure to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. While work is projected to start the week…
Apr 16, 2026
Mayor Anders Ibsen and Council Member Kristina Walker Urge Tacoma Residents to Participate in Sound Transit’s Public Survey
Mayor Anders Ibsen and At-Large Council Member Kristina Walker are calling on Tacoma and Pierce County residents to make their voices heard by participating in Sound Transit’s public survey and…
Apr 15, 2026
City Seeks Community Members Interested in Preparing Statements ‘For’ and ‘Against’ Proposition 1, the ‘Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks’ Ballot Measure
The City Clerk’s Office is seeking community member volunteers to serve on committees preparing statements “For” and “Against” Proposition 1 – the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks…
Apr 14, 2026
City Council Adopts Resolution Transmitting ‘Connect Tacoma’ Ballot Measure to Pierce County Auditor for August 4, 2026 Primary Election Ballot
The Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution 41890 during its April 14, 2026 Council meeting transmitting a ballot measure – Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks – to…
Apr 13, 2026
City Council to Discuss ‘Connect Tacoma’ Transportation Levy Replacement at April 14 Study Session
The Tacoma City Council will discuss a resolution during its April 14, 2026 Study Session regarding the potential placement of the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks measure on the…
Apr 09, 2026
Lincoln Avenue Bridge to Close Saturday, April 18 for Asphalt Repairs
The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will close the Lincoln Avenue Bridge to all traffic on Saturday, April 18. The closure will be in effect from 6…
Apr 09, 2026
City of Tacoma Invites Community to Shape the Future of Their Neighborhoods at Upcoming Code Update Event
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma’s Planning & Development Services Department is inviting community members to learn about and weigh in on the codes that shape how Tacoma…