(Nov. 15) From the desk of Councilmember Jim McCune: The year-end is fast approaching and there is much work to be done and many policies to consider. As your representative at the local level, I am compelled to communicate to you with messages that are different than the general “all is well at the county”…
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Councilmember Jim McCune on his contribution
From the desk of Councilmember Jim McCune: Budgeting is perhaps the most important job of your elected representatives. Discerning where to direct your tax dollars to provide the services government is charged with providing is something I take very seriously. Most recently, you may have heard something about funding, administered by Community Connections, designated for…
State 1 Burn Ban called for Pierce County
Use of fireplaces and uncertified wood stoves is prohibited until air quality improves Effective at 4:00 p.m., November 22, 2013 Due to stagnant weather conditions and rising air pollution, the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is issuing a Stage 1 burn ban for Pierce County, effective as of 4:00 p.m., November 22, 2013. This ban…
Big 2014 County budget public comment and vote Tuesday
PIERCE COUNTY — The Pierce County Council is poised to approve a 2014 budget that improves the responsiveness of local government, invests in community programs and maintains a stable financial position. The Council approved the budget on second reading by a 7-0 vote on Nov. 12. The Council scheduled its final vote for Tuesday, Nov….
County passes several fee increases
This is a list of new fees Passed November 12, 2013 by the Pierce County Council. The hearing was on Friday, Nov. 8. Nov. 8, Fri. 9:30 a.m. 1. Possible action on budget ordinance, fee ordinances, and implementing ordinances and resolutions. (Public testimony will be taken on action items.) • 2013-68, Amending Section 13.13.085 of the…
County Council invites public comment on 2014 budget
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — The Pierce County Council is poised to approve a 2014 budget that improves the responsiveness of local government, invests in community programs and maintains a stable financial position. The Council approved the budget on second reading by a 7-0 vote on Nov. 12. The Council scheduled its final vote for Tuesday,…
County Council Emergency Ordinance on GMA Board Hearing Amendments
This is notice of final Council hearing on Proposal No. 2013-85. An Emergency Ordinance of the Pierce County Council Amending the Effective Date of Ordinance No. 2013-30s2, Code Consolidation Phase 4, Postponing the Effective Date Based on a Petition for Review Challenging the Amendments that was Timely Filed to the Growth Management Hearings Board; Adopting…
Tips to prepare now for flood season
PIERCE COUNTY — The rain, fog and falling leaves mean that fall is here and winter is not far behind. Pierce County residents should prepare now for flood season to keep their families and property safe. “By now, people have pulled out their coats, sweaters, and hats because of the change in weather,” said Pierce…
It should be Elk Plain when the zip codes changes
By Marianne Lincoln ELK PLAIN, WA — Spanaway currently has two post office buildings. A request has been made from Joint Base Lewis McChord to the Postmaster General in Washington D.C. to give “Bethel Station” it’s own zip code. The reason has to do with the number of gates to the military base being based…
‘I Voted’ badge goes digital
This election season you can digitally encourage friends to vote with the Pierce County Auditor’s new “I Voted” avatar. The transition from the traditional “I Voted” stickers to a digital image is both cost effective and a reflection of modern communication. “Posting your Pierce County ‘I voted’ avatar to your social media accounts is the…
EPA Listening Session Nov. 7
EPA — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting ideas and input from the public and stakeholders about the best Clean Air Act approaches to reducing carbon pollution from existing power plants. Power plants are the nation’s largest stationary source of carbon pollution, responsible for about one third of all greenhouse gas pollution in…
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