City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories

May 06, 2025
District 5 Council Member Joe Bushnell to Host Civic Summit This Saturday Focusing on Collaborative SolutionsÂ
Tacoma City Council Member Joe Bushnell, representing District 5, will host an in-person Civic Summit on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from noon to 2 p.m. at Baker Middle…

May 06, 2025
City Partners With Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises to Host ‘Certification 201’ Workshop on May 20
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 06, 2025
Intersection Closure at South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10
The Public Works Department’s Street Operations Division plans to perform asphalt repairs at the intersection of South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10, 2025. It will…

May 06, 2025
2025 Historic Preservation Awards on May 22
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission will present the 2025 Historic Preservation Awards on May 22 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Urban Grace (902 Market St.

May 02, 2025
Street Closures Scheduled May 5 – 23 for Residential Street Restoration Program Maintenance Work
Below is a list of upcoming street closures to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. This work is weather-dependent, and…

Apr 30, 2025
City of Tacoma Launches Modernized Website and New Domain
On April 30, 2025, the City of Tacoma officially launched its redesigned website at tacoma.gov. This new domain and site reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to improving…

Apr 29, 2025
Deputy City Manager Hyun Kim Nominated for Appointment as Interim City Manager
On April 29, 2025, the City Council passed a motion to nominate Deputy City Manager Hyun Kim for appointment as Interim City Manager. The proposed term is set…

Apr 28, 2025
In-Person Class Regarding Business Taxes on May 12
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…