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• A look at City of Tacoma news for the week of Aug. 31, 2008
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (August 28, 2020 - 8:00 PM)
• A look at City of Tacoma news for the week of Aug. 17, 2008
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (August 14, 2020 - 8:00 PM)
• Emergency sewer repairs are underway near S 12th and Union Ave. on a project that should take 10 days. Please be aware of traffic changes.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (February 02, 2012 - 12:51 PM)
• You can now watch Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland deliver the 2012 State of the City address online: http://t.co/Ajd5KKtJ
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 31, 2012 - 5:06 PM)
• City Council will hear the Planning Commission recommendations for regulation changes for large scale retail uses today at noon.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 31, 2012 - 2:03 PM)
• What an amazing sunny morning in Tacoma. January is going out in style.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 31, 2012 - 12:43 PM)
• Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees for the Go Local awards tonight!
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 10:03 PM)
• Did you bring your extra? Mayor Strickland urged Tacomans to bring their extra in her State of the City address.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 9:50 PM)
• There is a room full of fans of Going Local tonight to listen to Mayor Strickland's talk and to celebrate small, local businesses
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 9:19 PM)
• Mayor Strickland's State of the City address about to begin... It will be posted on http://t.co/0ZPfyat6 tomorrow.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 9:11 PM)
• @RR_Anderson @feedtacoma Tonight's State of the City address will be recorded by TV Tacoma and posted for viewing tomorrow. Not live.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 8:09 PM)
• Mayor Strickland will make her second State of the City address at the Shift Happens event at the Convention Center tonight at 6 p.m.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 30, 2012 - 6:45 PM)
• For those of you keeping track at home, the burn ban for Pierce County has been canceled. Until next time.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 29, 2012 - 12:19 AM)
• Pack patience for potential long lines at five City of Tacoma storm debris drop-off sites: http://t.co/6lQsc3xx
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 28, 2012 - 3:04 PM)
• Put down that match! A Stage 1 burn ban is in effect starting at noon today in Pierce County. Fires only allowed in EPA certified stoves.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 27, 2012 - 2:35 PM)
• @TTownDriverFail Not sure we were aware of the leak, but I will report it to Public Works staff now. Thanks for the report!
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 27, 2012 - 1:34 PM)
• Suspicious House Fire on South 86th Street
  City of Tacoma Fire Department, Washington  (January 27, 2012 - 12:38 PM)
• The only weather-related closure that remains from last week's storm - the sidewalk along Schuster Parkway is closed until further notice
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 26, 2012 - 5:47 PM)
• .@northtacoma Dock St is closed until 4 pm today and tomorrow while crews work on the Murray Morgan Bridge overhead.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 26, 2012 - 4:18 PM)
• Are you ready for some wind? Forecasts predict 20-30 mph winds with 45-50 mph gusts later today. Hold on to your hats!
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 24, 2012 - 5:01 PM)
• City Council study session underway. Topics: legislative priorities, budget reduction process going forward. Listen http://t.co/JptNrhdq
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 24, 2012 - 3:14 PM)
• Ready for some rain? It looks like it's going to be a wet Tuesday in the City of Destiny.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 24, 2012 - 11:32 AM)
• City Council's Gov't Performance & Finance Committee will hold a special meeting Wed. at 5 pm to make up for last week's canceled meeting
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 6:26 PM)
• @ThriceJamie I don't know if it is a new tree. I just received word of the closure.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 3:19 PM)
• Road closure: South 8th St. is closed right now between Ferry and State streets due to a tree blocking the roadway.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 3:06 PM)
• Garbage, recycling is on regular schedule. If your yard waste was not collected last week, set it out on your next scheduled pickup day.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 1:31 PM)
• @tacomamama Passing that along to Public Works crews. Black ice us widespread across the region this morning, so we urge caution.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 11:13 AM)
• @Vballkid77 No idea about that backup, but traffic is slow everywhere this morning due to widespread black ice.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 11:11 AM)
• Beware of icy streets and sidewalks across parts of Tacoma this morning. A thin layer of black ice coats many areas.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 23, 2012 - 9:52 AM)
• @LByram Schuster Parkway is open in both directions, although the sidewalk is closed due to slide debris.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 22, 2012 - 10:08 PM)
• Southbound Schuster Parkway between Old Town and downtown remains closed for cleanup while the bluffs stabilize. Northbound appears open.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 21, 2012 - 9:23 PM)
• Marine View Drive is now open to traffic
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 21, 2012 - 5:18 PM)
• Northshore Parkway has re-opened between Nassau Blvd and Fairwood Blvd NE
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:31 PM)
• Also re-opened: S 30th from Pacific Ave to D St, S 64th from Tacoma Mall Blvd to Fife St.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:18 PM)
• South Wilkeson has re-opened between Center St and S 25th St
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:13 PM)
• Road re-opened: McMurray Rd has re-opened between Marine View Drive and Northshore Blvd
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 8:58 PM)
• Safety reminder: Please, do not burn charcoal or use gas-powered equipment indoors: http://t.co/ubC9AtX2
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 7:35 PM)
• We're about -magedoned out...
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 7:25 PM)
• First it was Snowmagedon, then Icemagedon and now Slushmagedon. Windmagedon and potentially Floodmagedon next? We're about -magedoned out
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 7:24 PM)
• @chadphall There was an Occupy Tacoma march on the Federal Courthouse planned for this afternoon, so that is likely it.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 5:55 PM)
• You can help prevent street flooding by clearing your local storm drain. But be careful. Safety first.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 5:29 PM)
• @Despierta The streets should be open.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 5:26 PM)
• One thing every motorist can do to make the roads safe is to clear the snow and ice off your car roof before it flies off at high speed
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 5:14 PM)
• Streets re-opening: Pacific Ave from 72nd to 84th St, S Sheridan Ave from 60th to 64th St.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 4:55 PM)
• Streets re-opening: S 19th from Jackson Ave to Walters Rd, 6th Ave from Jackson Ave to Fernside Ave, S 96th from A to C St...
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 4:54 PM)
• .@LByram We do not have an estimate for when Schuster Parkway will open just yet. We appreciate everyone's patience. Safety first.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 4:47 PM)
• .@LByram Schuster Parkway remains closed while crews clean up storm debris
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 4:42 PM)
• Due to sliding slabs of snow and ice coming off the Tacoma Dome roof, the Ticketmaster office at the Dome has been closed for the day.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 4:15 PM)
• Road closure: Pacific Avenue is closed between S 72nd and S 84th streets while major power repairs are underway
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:49 PM)
• Weather conditions in downtown Tacoma - 33 degrees, raining and dripping everywhere. In other words, miserable but melting.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:37 PM)
• Beware walking under any trees today, as falling clumps of snow and ice could make for an instant headache...
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:24 PM)
• EnviroHouse is at the landfill, 3510 S Mullen St. TAGRO office is at 2201 Portland Ave and follow the signs to TAGRO.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:23 PM)
• Tacoma residents who need sand & sandbags to prevent localized flooding can bring shovels to the EnviroHouse or TAGRO for sand.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:22 PM)
• Tacoma Municipal Court is open today with reduced staff. If you have a court case today you should report to court.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 12:56 PM)
• As the snow and ice begins to melt, City crews will shift to the next issue - puddling and potential street flooding.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:49 AM)
• Reminder: City offices are open today, but with reduced staffing. Employees who can't report to work should contact their supervisor
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:46 AM)
• @RedCrossRainier I have a call out to check on Schuster Parkway and Marine View Drive, but I don't imagine either has re-opened yet
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 10:42 AM)
• Road closure: S Sheridan St. closed between 63rd and 64th St due to low-hanging power lines
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 9:50 AM)
• Another road closure: Pioneer Way from River Road to Waller Road
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 2:34 AM)
• Road closure: N 51st St is closed between Defiance and Visscher streets.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 1:46 AM)
• .@LByram The City contracts with Associated Ministries for warming centers at places like the Rescue Mission & the Tacoma Ave shelter
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 20, 2012 - 12:01 AM)
• @MissKyong Yes, recycling also.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 9:30 PM)
• Road closure: North Cedar now closed between N 16th and N 17th streets.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 9:19 PM)
• .@tacwash The answer is the same. Leave your recycling can at the curb and crews will be working Fri and Sat to try to catch up
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 9:04 PM)
• .@MissKyong Garbage collection is scheduled tomorrow. If your trash hasn't been picked up, leave it at the curb. Crews will also work Sat.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 8:49 PM)
• City offices will be open Jan. 20 with reduced staffing. Employees who are unable to report to work should contact their supervisor.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 8:46 PM)
• Public Works crews ask that people do not drive around barricades on city streets. Many streets are closed with downed trees and power lines
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 7:03 PM)
• Road closure: Northshore Parkway has closed between Nassau Blvd and Fairwood Blvd NE in Northeast Tacoma
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 5:46 PM)
• A snow and ice pellet mix is now falling in downtown Tacoma.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 4:39 PM)
• @BarKeepDana Thanks for the report. I am passing it along to road crews for post-storm repairs
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 4:36 PM)
• Tonight's MLK Subarea Plan & EIS Scoping Meeting is cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled for the week of Feb. 6.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 4:24 PM)
• @MitchRobinson27 Thanks, Mitch. Passing that along to Public Works staff to join the long list of fallen trees in roadways.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 3:58 PM)
• Just got word from Sound Transit that due to continuous icing conditions, Tacoma Link service is being suspended for the rest of today
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 3:58 PM)
• Word on the Schuster Parkway closure is that it may continue to much of the day, since new slides are happening as we speak.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 2:31 PM)
• Road update: With Marine View Drive currently closed, the only access to Northeast Tacoma is via Norpoint Way. Be careful out there.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 1:48 PM)
• Road update: Schuster Parkway remains closed while crews clean up from a slide that sent a tree and debris across three lanes.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 1:41 PM)
• Road closure: Marine View Drive has been closed to allow Public Works crews to clean up slide debris.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 1:39 PM)
• @feedtacoma @merriest I don't have an update yet. We're checking...
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 1:31 PM)
• Uh oh...it looks like the ice storm warning has been extended to 2 p.m.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 1:01 PM)
• Due to the persistent ice, there is no parking enforcement for on-street parking in downtown Tacoma today.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 12:44 PM)
• Road closure: Schuster Parkway is now closed while crews investigate a slide that has debris in three of the four lanes.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 12:13 PM)
• If you venture out on foot, be careful walking under any trees. Branches are falling under the weight of snow and ice.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 11:59 AM)
• @thenewstribune @tacomauntapped Bus routes are good. Also St. Helens is pretty passable if you work around and down Division.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 11:54 AM)
• @Marguerit Many folks may not be able to move their cars out of parking spots until this ice clears. Are you in paid parking downtown?
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 11:45 AM)
• Schuster Parkway is down to just one lane of traffic southbound into downtown Tacoma. Everyone is urged to be careful in the ice storm.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 10:37 AM)
• @driverd1 we are still checking on the status of garbage, recycling pickup and the landfill, as freezing rain has coated everything
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 10:13 AM)
• Tacoma Municipal Court is closed today due to the weather.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 19, 2012 - 9:45 AM)
• @TeriLC86 Have not heard anything about district court. You may have to call in or check the Pierce County website.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 11:17 PM)
• Sound Transit Bus Fire 17th and Pacific Ave
  City of Tacoma Fire Department, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 7:31 PM)
• @Shamzinc The post office and mail delivery are services of the US Postal Service and not the City of Tacoma.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 6:47 PM)
• City offices will be opened with reduced staffing on Thursday. Essential staff are expected to report to work.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 6:24 PM)
• City of Tacoma offices have closed for the rest of today. Essential services continue - snow plowing, police and fire among others.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 6:24 PM)
• The weather in downtown Tacoma has turned to a misty rain that is melting the snow, and it is getting a little breezy. #wasnow
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 5:26 PM)
• @monstergirlee It may be a situation where the plows are simply unable to remove all snow and ice from the road. I have put in the request.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 4:59 PM)
• @tacomamama I passed along your request to the street crews.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 4:51 PM)
• @tacomamama These are the streets that are a priority for plowing: http://t.co/uwkprORS I will pass along your question to staff.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 4:47 PM)
• S. 19th St. is closed in the West End from Jackson Ave. to Walters Road
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 4:07 PM)
• UPDATE: City of Tacoma offices closed at noon today to ensure staff who reported to work can get home safely.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 3:10 PM)
• Snow mist or freezing rain is still falling in downtown Tacoma. Not adding to the accumulation total at all though - 5.25 inches
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 2:39 PM)
• Meeting cancellation - the City Council's Government Performance and Finance Committee meeting for this afternoon is canceled.
  City of Tacoma, Washington  (January 18, 2012 - 11:30 AM)

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