News from City Manager's Office
Mar 04, 2026
Independent Financial Agencies Upgrade City of Tacoma’s Bond Ratings Amid Broader Economic UncertaintyÂ
The City of Tacoma has received positive upgrades to its municipal bond credit ratings from two major financial evaluation agencies — Moody’s and Fitch Ratings — moving its…
Mar 03, 2026
Tacoma City Council Votes to Enter Negotiations with Hyun Kim for City Manager Role
The Tacoma City Council voted this evening to enter into contract negotiations with Hyun Kim to officially assume the role of City Manager for Washington’s third-largest city. Mr.
Feb 25, 2026
City Council Confirms Appointment of Toni Esparza as Neighborhood & Community Services Director
On February 24, the Tacoma City Council confirmed Interim City Manager Hyun Kim’s appointment of Toni Esparza as Neighborhood & Community Services Director. Director Esparza has more than…
Feb 10, 2026
Tacoma City Council Announces City Manager Finalists
During the February 10 Tacoma City Council meeting, the Council announced the finalists in the City of Tacoma’s nationwide search for its next City Manager. The finalists selected…
Feb 10, 2026
City of Tacoma Observes Presidents Day on February 16
Administrative offices at the City of Tacoma will close on February 16 in observance of Presidents Day. The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen St.) will…
Feb 03, 2026
City Council Confirms Appointment of Patti Jackson as Tacoma’s Police Chief
On February 3, 2026, the City Council confirmed Interim City Manager Hyun Kim’s appointment of Patti Jackson as Tacoma’s Police Chief, effective February 9, 2026. “Tacoma matters to…
Jan 27, 2026
City Launches New Online Resource Hub to Support Immigrant and Refugee Community
To better support the diverse needs of residents and local businesses, the City of Tacoma has launched a dedicated Immigration Resources webpage. This new digital hub provides centralized…
Jan 15, 2026
City of Tacoma Observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday on January 19
Administrative offices at the City of Tacoma will be closed on January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. The Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center…