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A creative and progressive city along the shores of Puget Sound, #Tacoma is Washington's 3rd largest city and is a great place to live, work & play.

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Join us and the Community Economic Equity in Contracting Program for “Capital Ready: Preparing Businesses for Growth in Public Contracting” on Tuesday, October 27.
Event Information:
📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
🕓 4:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Edison Square (5415 S. Tacoma Way)
This event will feature a panel discussion and networking opportunities designed to help Tacoma‑area businesses better understand financing options and build valuable connections with local capital providers.

For more information, visit makeittacoma.com/events. by @cityoftacoma

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The trolls are here! This week, Thomas Dambo’s ‘TROLLS: A Field Study’ opened at @ptdefiancezoo and @nwtrek. This outdoor art experience features 12 giant troll sculptures handcrafted from reclaimed materials like fallen branches, scrap wood, pallets, and twigs. The trolls will be on display through January 24, 2027. For more information, visit pdza.org/trolls.
#dambotrolls #thomasdambo #tacoma #tacomaarts #tacomaartsmonth by @cityoftacoma

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Come join Council Member Jamika Scott for a behind the scenes open house & town hall at Tacoma Fire Station 9! There will be food and games, as well as lots of great information about our @TacomaFire and Emergency Management teams. This is a family-friendly event so bring your kids for a chance to check out the fire engines and talk with our firefighters. Everyone is welcome and no RSVPs are required.
Event Details:
🗓️Saturday, October 24
🕕1-3 p.m.
📍Tacoma Fire Station 9 (3502 6th Ave.) by @cityoftacoma

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Join Council Member Sandesh Sadalge for a town hall where you will have the opportunity to explore Tacoma's proposed 2027–2028 budget and share your thoughts and priorities.
🗓️November 12, 2026
🕕6:30-8 pm
📍Lincoln High School Library (701 South 37th Street)
All Tacoma residents are encouraged to attend. Refreshments and child activities will be provided for event attendees. by @cityoftacoma

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Proposed 2027–2028 Biennial Budget: Environment and Public Works (EPW) Department. EPW’s proposed budget supports Tacoma’s 2035 goals for a healthier environment, safer streets, and a more accessible and sustainable transportation system. Here are some highlights of EPW’s proposed budget objectives presented during the City Council’s October 13 Study Session.
🔷 Climate & Environment: Investments in protecting the city’s natural environment, preparing for sea-level rise and flooding, reducing urban heat islands, transitioning to cleaner fuels, and responsibly managing solid waste.
🔷 Transportation & Mobility: Investing in pedestrian safety and accessibility, advancing the Safe Routes to School Action Plan, sidewalk and ADA programs, neighborhood traffic calming, and traffic signal and streetlight improvements. Focusing on better neighborhood streets, safer streets for everyone, and improved transportation system connections.
To learn more and view EPW’s proposed budget, visit tacoma.gov/budgetdevelopment (link in bio ⬆️)
To find out more about the Tacoma Public Utilities budget and rate process, visit MyTPU.org/Rates. by @cityoftacoma

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You know South Tacoma Way better than anyone else. Help us plan for its future! Stop by the project open house to:
✅ See the proposed design options
✅ Talk with the project team
✅ Share your feedback
🗓 October 19, 5-8 p.m.
📍Edison Square (5415 S. Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409)
Stop by anytime. Presentations will be offered at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Learn more about the project and upcoming engagement opportunities at tacoma.gov/stw-vision-zero. by @cityoftacoma

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The Connecting South Tacoma Way survey is now open! Share your thoughts on potential improvements and tradeoffs related to safety, traffic flow, parking, walking, biking, transit access, the street environment, and business needs. Your feedback will help the City and project team evaluate options and move toward a preferred alternative for the corridor. Take the survey & learn more at tacoma.gov/stw-vision-zero. by @cityoftacoma

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Downtown parking changes are in effect starting today, October 13. Paid on-street parking is now $1.50/hour, up from $1/hour. Before you park, check the posted time limit and consider how long you're staying.
🔹Short visit? Park on-street.
🔹Staying longer? Explore a garage or lot.
Find your options at tacoma.gov/downtownparkingoptions. by @cityoftacoma

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Ready to practice for our next earthquake? Drop, cover, and hold on with us on Thursday during the annual Great ShakeOut!

On Thursday, October 15, at 10:15 AM, we will all practice what to do during an earthquake. Drop, cover, and hold on.

Show your community support by registering at shakeout.org/washington to get counted as a participant. by @cityoftacoma

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🎨As we continue to celebrate Tacoma Arts Month, learn more about a new art pilot program where #Tacoma residents can turn recycled glass into locally made art. Watch this Tacoma Report story for more on this program and how you can get involved.
#tacomaartsmonth #glassart #glassrecycling
@tacomaarts @tacomaenviroservices @hilltopartists by @cityoftacoma

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Tacoma is changing its downtown parking rates on October 13, 2026, as part of an update to the City’s parking system. The goal is to better match short-term parking needs with on-street spaces and longer stays with garages and lots. Watch this Tacoma Report segment to learn more. by @cityoftacoma

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Reminder-October 10 is Green Tacoma Day! 🌳Watch this Tacoma Report story to learn about this annual day of service where volunteers come together to participate in tree plantings, hands-on restoration, exploration of local green spaces, and family-friendly learning activities. Get more information & register at tacoma.gov/greentacomaday.
#greentacomaday #tacoma #treeplanting #tacomaevents #greentacoma by @cityoftacoma

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