News from Public Works

Starting June 1, 2026, the City of Tacoma will implement transportation impact fees, taking a significant step toward a safer, more connected, and equitable transportation network.

The Hylebos Bridge has reopened to vehicular traffic. It had failed to open properly on April 20 during routine testing, due to corrosive ocean air which had caused…

The City of Tacoma Public Works Department’s Street Operations crews will be out for another round of Pothole Palooza from May 4 – 15, 2026. During this time,…

The Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution 41894 at its April 21, 2026 City Council meeting, which supersedes the previously adopted Resolution 41890 regarding the proposed Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks ballot measure. The updated resolution makes two…

Due to a mechanical issue, the Hylebos Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic while crews investigate. Community members are advised to plan ahead and observe posted detours. Updates…

The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department recently earned an American Public Works Association (APWA) Washington Chapter Project of the Year Award—one of only 11 presented statewide. “We…

Below is an upcoming projected street closure to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. While work is projected to start the week…

The Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution 41890 during its April 14, 2026 Council meeting transmitting a ballot measure – Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks – to…