News from Homelessness
Aug 11, 2026
Tacoma City Council Set to Join Pierce County’s Efforts to Launch Unified Regional Approach to Reduce HomelessnessÂ
Today, Pierce County Councilmember Jani Hitchen presented the proposed Pierce County Unified Regional Approach (URA) to reduce homelessness at the Tacoma City Council study session. The City Council, led…
Oct 21, 2025
A Statement From Tacoma City Council Member Sarah Rumbaugh on the Vital Importance of a Regional Approach to Addressing HomelessnessÂ
“Tacoma is a city that cares deeply about all its residents, including those experiencing homelessness. Behind every encampment is a person struggling with challenges that too often feel…
Oct 21, 2025
Tacoma City Council Takes Action to Mitigate Community Impacts of Encampments on Public Spaces and Shelters Â
The Tacoma City Council voted on October 21, 2025 to update Title 8 of the Municipal Code, relating to camping and storage of personal belongings on public property.