News from Community and Economic Development
Jan 29, 2026
‘Bonding Basics’ Workshop on February 19
As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity…
Jan 29, 2026
Applications for 2026-2027 Tacoma Creates Funding Now AvailableÂ
Tacoma Creates is now accepting applications for its seventh year of funding, supporting programs and events to be presented between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027 by…
Jan 22, 2026
OMWBE Certification 201 Workshop on February 12
As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity…
Jan 15, 2026
OMWBE Intro to Certification 101 Workshop on February 4
As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity…
Jan 08, 2026
City Offers Virtual Workshop Series for Small Businesses on AI and Cybersecurity
The City of Tacoma, in partnership with HTM Consulting, is hosting a virtual workshop series for small businesses on the practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.
Jan 07, 2026
30 Community Art Projects Funded by the Tacoma Arts Commission
The Tacoma Arts Commission recently awarded $147,000 in Community Arts Projects funding to 30 Tacoma organizations, groups, and businesses in support of 2026 public outreach projects. “This funding…
Dec 16, 2025
City Council Approves Community & Economic Development Strategic Plan
With the adoption of Resolution 41823 on December 16, the City Council has approved a new Community & Economic Development Strategic Plan aimed at making economic growth more…
Dec 09, 2025
Tacoma City Council Passes Ordinance 29086 Amending the Rental Housing Code and Landlord Fairness Code InitiativeÂ
On December 9, 2025 – after a year of community outreach, research, and careful deliberation in the Community, Vitality and Safety Committee – the Tacoma City Council passed…