City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories
Jun 12, 2026
Statement from Council Member Latasha Palmer Regarding Stable, Safe, and Affordable Housing
“Housing continues to be a crisis in Tacoma, both in terms of the quantity of housing units that our city offers and the quality and affordability of many…
Jun 09, 2026
City Council Adopts Updated Stormwater Management Manual to Enhance Environmental Health and Regulatory Compliance Â
The Tacoma City Council has adopted Ordinance 29107, approving an updated Stormwater Management Manual and amending the Tacoma Municipal Code regarding allowable discharges. Taking effect on July 1, 2026, this…
Jun 09, 2026
City of Tacoma Presents Updated Financial Forecast as Next Step in ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ to Navigate National Economic Pressures
Today, the City of Tacoma’s Finance Department presented an updated financial forecast for the 2027-2028 Biennial Budget. Following the recent introduction of the City’s “Roadmap to Recovery”—a proactive,…
Jun 09, 2026
Full Intersection Closure at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue for One-Day Asphalt Repairs on June 27
A full intersection closure will take place at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue on Saturday, June 27, from 6 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. to facilitate…
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…
Jun 02, 2026
City of Tacoma Attracts More Affordable Housing to Proctor Neighborhood
The City Council approved a resolution on June 2 authorizing a new Multi-Family Housing 12-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption (MFTE) agreement, paving the way for the development of…