News from Environmental Services
Jul 09, 2025
City of Tacoma to Begin Sediment Cap Repairs in Thea Foss Waterway to Protect Water Quality
The City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services Department will begin sediment cap maintenance work in the Thea Foss Waterway this summer to protect water quality and maintain the long-term…
Jul 08, 2025
City Council Adopts 2025 Climate Action Plan Update to Shore Up Tacoma’s Resilience to the Impacts of Climate Change
The City Council unanimously passed a resolution on July 8 adopting the 2025 Climate Action Plan Update. This update will serve as the City’s guide to reducing 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…
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…
Apr 21, 2025
City of Tacoma Encourages Community Members to Think ‘Beyond the Bin’
The City of Tacoma is partnering with Goodwill, Habitat for Humanity, Northwest Center, and the Northwest Furniture Bank to encourage community members to think “Beyond the Bin” during…
Apr 08, 2025
Community Invited to 17th Annual South Sound Sustainability Expo on April 26
Community members are invited to join the City of Tacoma on April 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the 17th Annual South Sound Sustainability Expo, returning…
Apr 03, 2025
Tacoma Celebrates Earth Day With Community Planting Party at Revitalized McKinley Overlook on April 19
The City of Tacoma and Pierce Conservation District invite the public to participate in the McKinley Overlook Planting Party, a community volunteer-driven event celebrating Earth Day. The event will…
Mar 31, 2025
City of Tacoma Receives Grant Funding to Help Improve Air Quality in Overburdened Communities
The City of Tacoma has secured a $667,500 grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Air Quality in Overburdened Communities Program. This grant is supported with funding…