City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories

Jul 21, 2025
City of Tacoma to Begin 2025 Striping Maintenance Project on July 28
The Public Works Department’s Engineering Division will begin its 2025 Striping Maintenance Project on July 28, to refresh pavement markings at key intersections and streets throughout Tacoma. To…

Jul 17, 2025
Small Business Technical Assistance Workshop on July 31
As part of its ongoing commitment to addressing disparities faced by historically underutilized businesses — including those owned by minorities, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals —…

Jul 17, 2025
South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District Code Update Public Hearing on August 12
On August 12, 2025, the City Council will conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District (STGPD) code and Tacoma Municipal Code…

Jul 11, 2025
Historic Preservation Code Update Community Information Sessions on July 24 and 26
The Historic Preservation Office will hold community information sessions on proposed amendments to the historic preservation-related portions of…

Jul 09, 2025
City of Tacoma to Begin Sediment Cap Repairs in Thea Foss Waterway to Protect Water Quality
The City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services Department will begin sediment cap maintenance work in the Thea Foss Waterway this summer to protect water quality and maintain the long-term…

Jul 08, 2025
City Council Adopts 2025 Climate Action Plan Update to Shore Up Tacoma’s Resilience to the Impacts of Climate Change
The City Council unanimously passed a resolution on July 8 adopting the 2025 Climate Action Plan Update. This update will serve as the City’s guide to reducing the…

Jul 03, 2025
City of Tacoma Observes Independence Day July 4
The City of Tacoma will observe Independence Day on Friday, July 4 and all administrative offices will be closed. The Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center (3510 S. Mullen…

Jul 01, 2025
80 Arts, Culture, Heritage, and Science Organizations Funded by Tacoma Creates for 2025-2026
The Tacoma Creates Advisory Board has approved contracts for the 2025-2026 funding cycle totaling approximately $6.4 million for 80 local nonprofit organizations whose primary purpose is to advance…