News from Business and Economic Development
Oct 08, 2026
In-Person Workshop on October 22 for Local Businesses on the City’s Revolving Loan Fund Process
On October 22, from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Tacoma Public Library’s Main Branch (1102 Tacoma Ave. S), the City of Tacoma will host an in-person workshop…
Sep 21, 2026
‘Preparing the Bid’ Workshop on October 19
The City of Tacoma – in collaboration with the government contracting advisors at the Washington APEX Accelerator – invites small businesses to participate in Preparing the Bid, an…
Sep 14, 2026
OMWBE Certification 201 Workshop on September 28
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…
Sep 01, 2026
Statement from Tacoma Mayor Anders Ibsen on Fred Meyer Closure
The loss of a second Fred Meyer in our community is a gut punch. There’s no other way of describing it. I’ve heard the fear and frustration from…
Aug 27, 2026
OMWBE Intro to Certification 101 Workshop on September 9
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…
Jul 08, 2026
Preparing the Bid Workshop on July 22
NOTICE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Preparing the Bid Workshop will be rescheduled to a date to be determined in August 2026. The City of Tacoma – in…
May 28, 2026
OMWBE Certification 201 Workshop on May 28
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 18, 2026
City Council Takes Steps to Further Activate and Support High-Investment Corridors
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution recently, directing the City Manager to prioritize cross-departmental, collaborative solutions using existing resources to enhance community safety and vibrancy on high-investment…