News from Business and Economic Development
Jun 10, 2025
A Statement From Mayor Victoria Woodards on the Closure of the Washington State Minority Business Development Agency Business Center
“I am deeply troubled by the closure of the Washington State Minority Business Development Agency Business Center located in Tacoma, a valued federal resource for minority-owned businesses serving…
Jun 03, 2025
‘Access to Capital’ Panel Discussion and Q&A on June 23
The City of Tacoma – in collaboration with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE), Business Impact Northwest and Tacoma Pierce County Chamber –…
Jun 03, 2025
In-Person Class Regarding Business Taxes on June 10Â
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…
May 09, 2025
Tideflats Steering Committee Draft Subarea Plan Public Hearing on June 4
On June 4, no earlier than 6 p.m., the Tacoma Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Tideflats Steering Committee Draft Subarea Plan, the Draft Planned…
May 06, 2025
City Partners With Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises to Host ‘Certification 201’ Workshop on May 20
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…
Apr 28, 2025
In-Person Class Regarding Business Taxes on May 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…
Apr 24, 2025
South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan Garners Statewide Acclaim for Deep Community Engagement
The City of Tacoma’s South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan has earned top honors, securing the Community Involvement award from the 2025 Joint American Planning Association/Planning Association of Washington Awards…
Apr 24, 2025
City Partners With Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises to Host ‘Certification 101’ Virtual Workshop on May 8
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…