The South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan distinguished itself with its deliberate and inclusive strategy, empowering residents – including those from historically underrepresented communities – to collaboratively shape the future of their neighborhood. ...

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 in Contracting (EIC) team is hosting a workshop and Q&A session with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE) on the business certification process. ...

This measure represented a significant opportunity to continue investing in the essential systems that support our community’s quality of life, safety, and future economic growth....