News from Business and Economic Development
Apr 17, 2025
‘Bonding Basics’ Workshop on April 24
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…
Feb 11, 2025
City Manager Appoints Tanja Carter as Community & Economic Development Director
City Manager Elizabeth Pauli has appointed – and Council has confirmed – Tanja Carter as Community & Economic Development Department Director, effective March 24, 2025. With extensive experience…
Jan 28, 2025
Tacoma City Council Adopts Ordinance 29015 to Help Food and Beverage Businesses Navigate Grease Interceptor RequirementsÂ
The Tacoma City Council adopted Ordinance 29015 to help food and beverage businesses navigate grease interceptor requirements, promoting economic growth, and fostering a more equitable business environment in…
Jan 21, 2025
$10,000 in Grant Funding Secured to Accelerate Planning Phase of Workforce Development Hub and Childcare Facility in Tacoma’s East Side
Mayor Victoria Woodards has secured $10,000 in U.S. Conference of Mayors Dollarwise Grant funding to accelerate the planning phase of an innovative workforce development hub and childcare facility…
Jan 17, 2025
Information Sessions on January 29 and February 6 Regarding Grant and Loan Programs Made Possible by State Funding
Following the City’s recent update regarding its ongoing efforts to foster economic growth and revitalization – and the grant and loan programs made possible by funding…
Jan 14, 2025
Tacoma and Pierce County Selected as Official SeattleFWC26 Fan Zone
Tacoma and Pierce County will be an official SeattleFWC26 Fan Zone, Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards and Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello announced today. SeattleFWC26 is the local organizing…
Jan 13, 2025
$4 Million State Grant to Support Business and Community Reinvestment in Tacoma
The City of Tacoma has secured a $4 million grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce. This funding, made possible through the state’s Community Reinvestment Project (CRP),…
Jan 08, 2025
OMWBE 201 Certification Workshop on January 23
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…