News from City Manager's Office
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…
Jan 06, 2026
City Council Approves 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax to Enhance Community Safety and Support Vital Services
The Tacoma City Council has approved a 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax (also referred to as the Public Safety Sales Tax). This funding mechanism is designed…
Dec 31, 2025
Community Events on January 12 and January 15 Offer Opportunities to Meet Interim Police Chief Patti Jackson
The City of Tacoma is hosting two community events – one in-person and one virtual – in January to offer Tacoma community members opportunities to meet Interim Police…
Dec 22, 2025
City of Tacoma Observes Christmas Day December 25 and New Year’s Day January 1
City of Tacoma administrative offices are closed on December 25 and January 1 in observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center…