March 12, 6 p.m. at the Parkland Spanaway Library is the general meeting of the Clover Creek Restoration Alliance. This group advocates for the improvement of conditions in the watershed around Clover Creek and does creek cleanup projects in the area. If you are interested in our local watershed, please stop by or inquire about…
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Apply today! Grants for watershed improvement projects open now
PIERCE COUNTY — Pierce County is partnering with watershed councils, regional nonprofits, local governments, and other entities to fund a small grants program supporting community projects that improve habitat and water quality across the county. The 2025 cycle will award more than $70,000 total to projects in four watersheds: Key Peninsula-Gig Harbor-Islands, Chambers-Clover Creek, Puyallup-White…
Hearings Examiner appeal denied
By Spanaway Concerned Citizens Spanaway Concerned Citizen’s team did an outstanding job presenting to the Hearing Examiner numerous reasons for appealing Tacoma Rescue Mission’s permits. Unfortunately, our appeal was denied. The good news is that the Tacoma Rescue Mission and the county were called out for their numerous violations. They know we are watching, reporting and will keep fighting to…
Pierce County seeking mural artists to beautify and protect public spaces
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Pierce County is launching a pilot mural program to transform public spaces frequently targeted by graffiti and vandalism into vibrant works of public art. Three mural opportunities located on Pierce County-owned properties in unincorporated areas are open for artist applications. The project aims to engage the community and artists in beautifying…
Flett Property Habitat Stewardship Feb 15
The habitat stewardship event on CPTC’s Flett Property this Saturday, February 15th from 9:00 AM to noon. I have attached the flyer with pertinent details and all of the 2025 dates for our remaining habitat stewardship events. For this event, we will focus on removal of invasive plant species (focus on scotch broom regrowth), planting donated Garry oak saplings (Thanks…
Feb 22, Technology and Art Fair
Feb 22 2025 the Bethel Technology and Art Fair will take place from10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Spanaway Lake High School. This event features artwork from schools all over the district and students of all ages. Historically, the art has been more than what mom and dad might put on the refrigerator. Many of…
Help! It’s COLD out there!
Two operations in the Parkland Spanaway area have been reaching out for assistance as they try to help others who are without housing in this cold Winter weather. Family Promise of Pierce County, located in the Parkland Community Center at 121st and Pacific Avenue was called up to be the warming center for Pierce County….
Quiet heroes
Three times a year, in the Regency Room in PLU’s Anderson University Center, there is an 8 a.m. meeting called Mid-County Leadership. This meeting began several years ago as a chance for the two school districts and PLU to get together and talk about pertinent issues within the unincorporated, urban area south of Tacoma. Since…
2025 – Pierce County Charter Review
Do you like how Pierce County does business? Or are you frustrated with some of the processes, procedures, and methods used? How Pierce County does business is laid out in the County Charter. From time to time, there are ways these processes can be improved, but the Council will not vote for the change. That…
Jan 29 – Your Septic System
Oversight of the operation and maintenance of your septic system is one of the tasks the Tacoma Pierce County Health Department (TPCHD) performs. On January 29, 2025 at Sprinker Recreation Center there will be an open house for homeowners regrading septic systems. Because of the proximity to lakes, creeks, and waterways, Parkland and Spanaway may…
Is the “Good Neighbor Village” being a good neighbor?
By Spanaway Concerned Citizens As concerned citizens, we rely on our elected officials to make decisions regarding topics that significantly impact the well-being of our communities — addressing critical issues such as providing housing for our chemically dependent, chronically homeless individuals is undoubtedly important. However, does this effort justify compromising regional environmental integrity and public…
Welcome A Year of Wellness!
Happy New Year from you Parkland Spanaway Blue Zones Project! As we step into the new year, we’re filled with excitement and optimism for what lies ahead. A new year is a fresh opportunity to embrace healthier habits, foster stronger connections, and create a thriving community together. At Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway, our mission to…
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