News from Public Works
Jun 08, 2026
Hylebos Bridge to Close for Five Hours on June 11 for Centerlock Replacement
The Hylebos Bridge is scheduled to close on June 11, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., while crews work to replace its centerlock. The centerlock is a vital…
Jun 05, 2026
City of Tacoma to Implement Temporary Road Closures and Traffic Restrictions on June 12
The World Cup 2026 Kick Off Parade hosted by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians will take place on Friday, June 12 from 7:30 p.m. to approximately 8:45 p.m.
Jun 03, 2026
City of Tacoma Launches ‘Tidy-Up Tacoma: Summer 2026’ With Major Gateway Cleanup Effort
Today, Mayor Anders Ibsen — alongside District 1 Council Member John Hines, District 4 Council Member Sandesh Sadalge, Andrea Haug with Litter Free 253, members of the Tacoma…
May 18, 2026
Implementation of Transportation Impact Fees to Begin on June 1Â Â
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.
Apr 22, 2026
Hylebos Bridge Now Open to Vehicular Traffic
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…
Apr 22, 2026
Pothole Palooza Returns May 4 – 15  to Focus on Maintenance and Preservation of 10 Arterial RoadwaysÂ
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,…
Apr 21, 2026
City Council Adopts Updated Resolution for ‘Connect Tacoma’ Ballot PropositionÂ
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…
Apr 20, 2026
Hylebos Bridge Closed to Vehicular Traffic
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…