On August 3rd, the ‘Friends of the Carbon Canyon‘ held their annual meeting and potluck at Brian & Sue McCluskey’s. Their home is south of the historic O’Farrell Bridge over the Carbon River and another smaller one-lane bridge that re-crosses the river closer to Mount Rainier Park. At 5:00 p.m. the meeting began with discussion…
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Foothills Trail near Crocker Trailhead to close periodically due to levee maintenance
PIERCE COUNTY — The Foothills Trail near the Crocker Trailhead will close periodically Aug. 5 to Aug. 14 due to maintenance work on the Carbon River levee next to the trail. Pierce County crews will install large rocks weighing several tons as part of planned maintenance to protect the levee during high river flow. “This…
Pierce Transit delays September service reductions in light of sales tax growth
PIERCE TRANSIT, TACOMA, WA — At a Special Called Meeting on July 31, the Pierce Transit Board of Commissioners voted in favor of delaying the September service reduction plan in light of higher-than-expected sales tax growth over the first five months of 2013. The Board’s action postpones implementation of the 28% service reduction plan that would…
Airport Business Applicants Sought: Thun Field Advisory Commission (TFAC) Vacancy
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy is seeking applicants for one Airport Business position on the Pierce County Airport-Thun Field Advisory Commission (TFAC). The existing vacancy is one with an unexpired term; the term expiration date is April 12, 2015. The candidate selected for this position will be eligible for reappointment, if…
Jim Woods of Makah Tribe continues as EPA senior tribal policy advisor for Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington
(July 30, 2013 – Seattle) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that Jim Woods, of the Makah Tribe in Neah Bay, Washington, will continue as the region’s Senior Tribal Policy Advisor for an additional two-year term. Jim, or K’a’s•cak•a•b’lkh to the Makah, will continue to work with over 271 tribes in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington,…
Countywide Stage 1 burn ban effective July 29
Due to the continuing hot and dry weather, Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb announced that a Phase One burn ban was implemented at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, July 29. All burning permits are suspended and outdoor burning is prohibited, except for small recreational fires less than three feet in diameter, fires in barbecues and…
Pierce County Library eNews
Teen Gaming: July 29 Enjoy gaming while you hang out with other teens. South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E., Monday, July 29, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Computer Classes: July 29–Aug. 1 Register online @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.htm Practice basic computer and Internet skills, launch into blogging, and find the value of your…
Opinion – Changing Pierce County races in odd years
[Editor: These are the comments former council candidate Ann Dasch made to the council regarding Pierce County Ordinance 2013-42 to change the county elections to odd years instead of even. The hearing will be July 30 at 3 p.m., comments can be submitted in writing before that time to pccouncil@co.pierce.wa.us] By Ann Dasch The problem of…
County Council delays action on changing election years for county officials
With Council members Fleming and Ladenburg absent, the Pierce County Council continued Ordinance 2013-42 to July 30. In an earlier committee meeting, Council member Talbert had voted no on the action. In order to pass an ordinance that will make a Charter amendment, the Council must have 5 votes to pass. It was likely they only…
Pierce County Council – July 23 final action on 180th St. closure
The next Pierce County Council meeting will be July 23 at 3 p.m. in the Courtroom 2E, 2nd Floor, County-City Building 930 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma WA. Proposal # Title 2013-36s An Ordinance of the Pierce County Council Authorizing the Closure of a Portion of 180th Street East and Vacating a Portion of 180th…
Demand for worker training focus of 2nd Pierce County Aerospace Summit
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Pierce County can strengthen its place in the competitive aerospace supply chain if government, industry and education institutions collaborate to train workers to meet the growing demand around the world. That was the key message at the second annual Pierce County Aerospace Summit, held Wednesday at Clover Park Technical College. More…
Tips for Dealing with Extreme Heat
USA.GOV — Extreme heat can be very dangerous, leading to heat stroke and death. Heat stroke occurs when your temperature rises quickly and your body cannot cool down. This condition is life-threatening, but it is preventable. Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness Stay in air-conditioned space if possible. If your home is not air-conditioned, go…
Pierce Prairie Post 