News from City Manager's Office
Oct 28, 2025
City Council Approves Mid-Biennium Budget Modifications to Bolster Public Safety, Community Services, and Infrastructure
The City Council has approved mid-biennium budget modifications for 2025-2026 as part of a planned and transparent process to ensure the City’s finances align with current community…
Oct 17, 2025
City of Tacoma Invites Community to Play a Direct Role in Search for Next City Manager
The City of Tacoma has launched a nationwide search for its next City Manager, and invites community members to play a direct role in the process. A survey…
Jul 30, 2025
City of Tacoma’s Initial Response to the Initiative 2 Ballot Petition
During recent City Council Study Sessions and Meetings, Initiative 2, also known as the “Worker’s Bill of Rights,” was discussed. This initiative was proposed by members of the…
Jun 24, 2025
City Navigates Leadership Transitions While Maintaining Unwavering Commitment to Community Service
The City of Tacoma today announced several leadership transitions within key departments. These adjustments come as the City, like many municipalities nationwide, navigates a challenging budget environment. “Change…
Jun 05, 2025
Allyson Griffith Appointed Deputy City Manager for the City of Tacoma
The City of Tacoma has announced the formal appointment of Allyson Griffith as Deputy City Manager, effective immediately. She has been serving as Interim Deputy City Manager since…
May 30, 2025
A Statement From City Manager Elizabeth Pauli on Police Chief Recruitment Process
Consistent with our shared commitment to thoughtful governance and enduring stability for the community, while I had previously signaled the start of a search for a permanent Police…
May 20, 2025
City Council Authorizes Mayor Victoria Woodards to Execute Employment Contract With Hyun Kim for Interim City Manager Appointment
On May 20, 2025, the City Council passed a motion authorizing Mayor Victoria Woodards to execute the proposed employment contract on file with the City Clerk’s Office for…
May 13, 2025
City Council Approves Blueprint for Expanding City’s Urban Forestry Program and Advancing Implementation of City’s Urban Forestry Management Plan
The Tacoma City Council voted on Tuesday to direct the City Manager and Planning Commission to advance a phased set of actions aimed at creating a thriving urban…