News from Public Works

May 06, 2025
Intersection Closure at South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10
The Public Works Department’s Street Operations Division plans to perform asphalt repairs at the intersection of South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10, 2025. It will…

May 02, 2025
Street Closures Scheduled May 5 – 23 for Residential Street Restoration Program Maintenance Work
Below is a list of upcoming street closures to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. This work is weather-dependent, and…

Apr 23, 2025
Statement From City of Tacoma Regarding Proposition 1
Although the votes have not yet been certified, the City of Tacoma acknowledges that Proposition 1, the ballot initiative aimed at funding crucial public infrastructure projects, will most…

Apr 08, 2025
New E-Bike Rebate Programs Launch for Tacoma and Washington State
Two new e-bike rebate programs will launch on April 9 from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and the City of Tacoma. Applications will be open April…

Apr 02, 2025
Tacoma Streets Initiative II Information Sessions at South Tacoma and Swasey Library Branches Now Scheduled to Take Place on April 12
Tacoma Streets Initiative II information sessions at the South Tacoma and Swasey library branches, postponed in March due to weather conditions, are now scheduled to take place on…

Apr 02, 2025
Street Closures Scheduled April 7 – May 30 for Residential Street Restoration Program Maintenance Work
Below is a list of upcoming street closures to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. This work is weather-dependent, and timing may…

Mar 26, 2025
City of Tacoma Postpones Two Information Sessions on Tacoma Streets Initiative II
Due to tonight’s forecasted inclement weather, the City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department is postponing the Tacoma Streets Initiative II information sessions scheduled for March 26 at the…

Mar 24, 2025
Pre-Chip Seal Maintenance Activities on Browns Point Boulevard to Begin March 31
To extend the life of Browns Point Boulevard, until longer-term improvements can be made, the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will begin essential maintenance on March 31, 2025,…