Numbers released this week show Pierce County unemployment at 8.1% is still higher than both of its neighbors, King and Thurston. In fact, King County has dropped to a low of 4.4% and Pierce has dropped 1.2% over March 2013. Lewis and Grays Harbor counties remain with double digit unemployment. For those of us in…
Category: Government
May 28 County Council to meet at PLU, Garfield Community Room
Pierce County Council Meeting Date: May 28, 2013 Time: 5:00 PM Location: Pacific Lutheran University Garfield Community Room 208 Garfield Street South Tacoma, Washington Consent Items – Introduction, Referral, Setting Dates Proposal # Title 2013-28 An Ordinance of the Pierce County Council Adopting a New Chapter 1.30 of the Pierce County Code, “Freedom from Unwarranted…
Low tides will affect Pierce County ferry service May 22-29
Pierce County ferry riders in large vehicles – such as an RV, commercial truck or a vehicle towing a trailer – should plan ahead to avoid low tides from May 22-29. Load restrictions will be in place on some sailings, and the rider may be asked to postpone their trip until a later sailing. Ticket…
Tyler Salsbury captures 48th annual Puget Sound Amateur
PIERCE COUNTY — Tyler Salsbury, preparing for his sophomore year at the University of Washington, posted a sterling 5-under 139 to win the 48th Annual Puget Sound Amateur by two shots over David Talcott, whose final round 69 wasn’t enough to catch the front-runner. Ninety-nine players battled Pierce County’s two championship courses over two days, May…
Local candidates are now running
Here are the local candidates who filed for election to office this week: City of Roy Mayor Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Karen E. Yates Council Pos. 1 Nonpartisan Office 4-year short and full term Dean Lloyd Council Pos. 5 Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Leon E. Garrison Yelm School Board Director District No. 1…
Pierce County Library System wins regional award
TACOMA, WA – Pierce County Library System (Library System) will receive a regional community leadership award from Region 111 of the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) on Friday, May 17. WASA’s Region 111 membership is comprised of all Pierce County public school districts. The Association is recognizing Pierce County Library for its partnership efforts…
Flag lowering May 15
Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, May 15, in recognition of the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset. Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this…
Responders from 21 emergency response agencies to participate in water rescue exercises
PIERCE COUNTY — On Thursday, May 16, 21 fire and police agencies will be conducting training exercises involving water rescues in the Puget Sound at Sunnyside Beach Park in Steilacoom. The goal of the exercise is to evaluate both individual agency capabilities and their ability to effectively communicate and work together. These exercises will focus…
Executive seeks applicants for Ethics Commission vacancy
The Pierce County Executive’s Office is accepting applications to fill an expired Ethics Commission position. The citizen commission is responsible for promoting and upholding ethical conduct in Pierce County government. Applications must be registered to vote in the State of Washington, reside in Pierce County, and employed in or retired from the private sector. Ethics…
Giving thanks for jurors who make important decisions in our community
Several hundred Pierce County residents who were summoned to jury duty got special attention this week. The Pierce County Council joined Gov. Jay Inslee in proclaiming May 6-10 as “Juror Appreciation Week” to commend citizens for performing an important civic duty. “The justice system cannot function without citizens willing to serve on jury duty,” said…
Election Observer Training
Become an Election Observer for your party. An observer is certified to watch the ballot counting process at the Pierce County Election Center. You have to say which party you are observing for, Democratic or Republican, and correspond with the coordinator for which shifts you will cover. Election Observer training will be held on Tuesday…
23rd Annual Tour de Pierce Bike Ride, June 30
Don’t miss this year’s Tour de Pierce with a new rest stop and special refreshments. This year’s June 30 date will include 30 and 50 mile marked routes. The 12 mile route is designed for families or for those new to biking. All routes include maps and cue sheets, a rest stop with refreshments, and…
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