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Department Name Email Phone Mayor and Council Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
(253) 591-2054 deskTacoma Police Department Shelbie Boyd sboyd@tacoma.gov
TPD-PIO@tacoma.gov(253) 405-7134 mobile
(253) 591-5968 main deskTacoma Fire Department Chelsea Shepherd cshepherd@tacoma.gov (253) 948-7363 mobile Tacoma Public Library Mariesa Bus mbus@tacomalibrary.org (253) 457-1867 mobile
(253) 280-2882 deskTacoma Public Utilities Jessica Wilson jwilson2@tacoma.gov (253) 753-3119 mobile
(253) 502-8117 deskTacoma Venues and Events Hillary Brenner hbrenner@tacomavenues.org (253) 257-5540 mobile
(253) 593-7625 deskAll Other Departments Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
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The Draft Tideflats Subarea Plan is now available for public comment! You can view the draft at the link in our bio and/or join our info meeting on May 28, 2025, to learn more about providing public comment at the Public Hearing on June 4. You can also provide written comments by mail or email ...before the June 6 deadline.
✉️By mail: Planning Commission, 747 Market Street Room 345, Tacoma, WA 98402
🧑💻By email: Planning@tacoma.gov
@planningtacoma
The Draft Tideflats Subarea Plan is now available for public comment! You can view the draft at https://tacoma.gov/project/tideflats-subarea-plan/ and/or join our info meeting on May 28, 2025, to learn more about providing public comment at the Public Hearing on June 4. You can also provide written... comments by mail or email before the June 6 deadline.
✉️By mail: Planning Commission, 747 Market Street Room 345, Tacoma, WA 98402
🧑💻By email: Planning@tacoma.gov
Planning Tacoma
💦🌦️Tacoma Environmental Services is updating the Stormwater Management Manual, which plays a key role in safeguarding our environment by setting minimum standards for stormwater management in Tacoma. You can provide public comment on the draft through Friday, May 16, 2025, at ...https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/stormwater/stormwater-permits-manuals/. The document has tracked changes so you can easily see what's different. This update aligns the manual with the latest National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, clarifies information, and incorporates updated policies.
🎶🎺🥁The @tacomarama Community Street Band graced Council Chambers at the May 13, 2025, City Council Meeting to help kick-off the spring and summer event season! You’ll be able to watch them LIVE at @tacomaporchfest , happening July 12-13 in the Sixth Avenue Business District and ...surrounding residential areas. Porchfest is particularly unique because it embeds the festival experience into our neighborhoods. Bands—from all genres of music—along with stand-up comedians and poets are matched with a porch, driveway, or front yard in a walkable festival zone. The event is free and produced in partnership with @cnc_tacomawa, @nenctacoma , and the @6thavetacoma Business District. The City of Tacoma is a sponsor of this uniquely #Tacoma event that is growing in size and popularity (tell your friends to come to town for it)! #discovertacoma
The #Tacoma City Council declared the following Proclamations at the May 13, 2025, #TacCouncil Meeting:
🔷 May 11 - 17, 2025 is #NationalPoliceWeek. We honor and celebrate the dedication of our law enforcement officers who risk their lives everyday to keep us safe and recognize the ...outstanding contributions of Chief Patti Jackson, Deputy Chief Frank Krause, and Assistant Chief Crystal Young-Haskins of the Tacoma Police.
🔷 May 2025 is #HistoricPreservationMonth, celebrating the invaluable efforts of Kevin Bartoy, Chair of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, and Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer, as they work tirelessly to preserve Tacoma’s rich heritage.
🔷 May 2025 is #HungerAwarenessMonth, we highlight the commitment of Lianna Olds and Michelle Douglas from the Emergency Food Network, alongside Ahndrea Blue, Founder of The Making a Difference Foundation, who strive to combat food insecurity in our community. We stand united in promoting safety, preservation, and nourishment for all our residents.
📸 @tacomapd Police Chief Patti Jackson, Deputy Chief Frank Krause, and Asst. Chief Crystal Young-Haskins
📸 Kevin Bartoy, Chair, Landmarks Preservation Commission and Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer, @tacoma_culture @planningtacoma
📸 Lianna Olds, Deputy Director, Michelle Douglas, CEO of @emergencyfoodnetwork, and Ahndrea Blue, Founder, President, and CEO, The Making a Difference Foundation
The Tacoma City Council declared the following Proclamations at the May 13, 2025, City Council Meeting:
🔷 May 11 - 17, 2025 is National Police Week. We honor and celebrate the dedication of our law enforcement officers who risk their lives daily to keep us safe and recognize the outstanding ...contributions of Chief Patti Jackson, Deputy Chief Frank Krause, and Assistant Chief Crystal Young-Haskins of the Tacoma Police Department.
🔷 May 2025 is Historic Preservation Month, celebrating the invaluable efforts of Kevin Bartoy, Chair of the Landmarks Preservation Commission and Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer, as they work tirelessly to preserve Tacoma's rich heritage.
🔷 May 2025 is Hunger Awareness Month, we highlight the commitment of Lianna Olds and Michelle Douglas from the Emergency Food Network, alongside Ahndrea Blue, Founder of The Making a Difference Foundation, who strive to combat food insecurity in our community. Together, we stand united in promoting safety, preservation, and nourishment for all our residents.
📸 Tacoma Police Department Police Chief Patti Jackson, Deputy Chief Frank Krause, and Asst. Chief Crystal Young-Haskins
📸 Kevin Bartoy, Chair, Landmarks Preservation Commission and Reuben McKnight, Tacoma Historic Preservation Officer, for Planning Tacoma
📸 Lianna Olds, Deputy Director, Michelle Douglas, CEO Emergency Food Network, and Ahndrea Blue, Founder, President, and CEO, The Making A Difference Foundation
🔴As a reminder, the Tacoma City Council Meeting and Community Forum begins at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Here's a link to agenda: https://ow.ly/PLx350VRhro. This meeting will be hybrid, in-person meeting at the Tacoma Municipal Building Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom. To ...join via Zoom, use this link: https://ow.ly/XhS350VN9cB and passcode: 349099 or dial (253) 215-8782 using Meeting ID: 848 3423 3126. The meeting is also live streamed at https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/city-council/city-council-meetings/ and broadcast live on TV Tacoma.
The City of Tacoma's City Council Meetings provide hybrid in-person and remote options. Join us to stay informed and engaged.
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5/25, 11 AM – Noon, Delightful Neighborhood Market (4818 N. 45th St)
6/22, 11 AM – Noon, Ebony and Ivory Coffee (1145 Broadway)
7/27, 12:30 – 1:30 PM, Mattice Beauty Supply (S. 12th St.)
Join #TacCouncil Olgy Diaz this summer at her Neighborhood Connections coffee chats. She’ll be visiting every Council District to connect with community members across #Tacoma to hear about what’s important to them.
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Event Dates and Locations:
🔷May 25, 2025, 11 AM – ...Noon, Delightful Neighborhood Market (4818 N. 45th St)
🔷June 22, 2025, 11 AM – Noon, Ebony and Ivory Coffee (1145 Broadway)
🔷July 27, 2025, 12:30 – 1:30 PM, Mattice Beauty Supply (S. 12th St.)
🔷August 23, 2025, 11 AM – Noon, Tacoma Public Library Moore Branch (215 S. 56th St.)
🔷September 27, 2025, 12:30 – 1:30 PM, Tacoma Public Library Fern Hill Branch (765 S. 84th St.)
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No RSVP required. Just bring your thoughts and ideas on all things Tacoma! Contact lfoster@tacoma.gov if you require special accommodations.