Spring Artist Reception: ‘Culture Clash: Art Edition’ This one-of-a-kind artist reception will feature works of local artists ranging in age from 8 to 80 years old who are part of the Hwa Sil Studio. Main artist Kellis Parlett is from Seoul, South Korea. She has dedicated her life to the exploration and creation of modern and traditional art forms. Her …
April 4, 2025 The city of Lakewood was recently recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association with a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The association awarded the city with a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). This is the 11th consecutive year that Lakewood has received national …
Lakewood City Council workshop Saturday The Lakewood City Council meets Saturday at Lakewood City Hall to discuss its goals for the coming biennium in alignment with its recently adopted budget and its goals and objectives. The following topics will be discussed: Members of the public can attend the meeting in person at Lakewood City Hall, 6000 Main Street SW. Attend virtually …
March 26, 2025 Calling all volunteers! Parks Appreciation Day is 1 month away! Can you help us? We’re looking for volunteers to come together Saturday, April 26 to prepare our parks for the spring and summer seasons. We’ll be working 9 am to 12 pm. Sites where we need help include: Please pre-register. You can sign up as an individual …
March 24, 2025 The first Artist Reception of 2025 is almost here! Head to Lakewood City Hall on Monday, April 7, 2025 to see artwork from the artists of the Hwa Sil Art Studio. The pieces on display come from artists who range in age from 8 to 80 years. Join us for a special artist reception to meet the …
March 19, 2025 This week, K9 Officer Kona officially retired from the Lakewood Police Department. Kona joined LPD in 2019, coming to the city from Slovakia. She was partnered with Officer Anthony Bucat, who trained with her when she first arrived. Together, Bucat and Kona completed 400 hours of training to prepare the two for the work they would do …
March 19, 2025 In 2014 the City of Lakewood received a grant from the state Department of Ecology to develop a lake management plan for Waughop Lake. Located in Fort Steilacoom Park, the shallow body of water sees many visitors who walk, run or bike the 1-mile paved trail around its perimeter. Visitors watch birds, fish and race model boats …
March 13, 2025 Police Chief Patrick D. Smith shared the Lakewood Police Department’s annual report and year-end 2024 crime summary with the Lakewood City Council at its March 10 meeting. Overall, the city saw its total crime rate drop 19% compared to 2023. For 2024, crime rates were down in the following categories: There are four primary reasons for this …
March 12, 2025 The Lakewood Police Department announced the recipients of its annual awards at the Lakewood City Council March 10, 2025 meeting. They include: Supervisor of the year: Sgt. Charles Porche In early 2024 Sgt. Charles Porche began planning for a return to full staffing in the traffic unit as the department hiring push neared completion. As part of that …
March 10, 2025 Vanessa Woods is a cherished resident of Lakewood, having been in the dental field for 20 years. She consistently brings smiles to everyone she encounters. Her professional expertise is matched by her unwavering love and compassion for the City of Lakewood, driving her to take on active roles in various community initiatives. This commitment to the community …
March 7, 2025 The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded the City of Lakewood with its Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its budget. “This recognition and award highlights our organization’s commitment and dedication to excellence in budgeting, transparency, and financial stewardship,” said Lakewood City Manager John Caulfield. “And this does not …
March 6, 2025 Like many local governments, the City of Lakewood struggles to connect unhoused individuals with shelter and available services. This connection is sometimes as simple as outreach and education. At other times, the solution is much more complicated. The Lakewood City Council adopted an ordinance in 2024 based directly off an ordinance out of Grants, Pass Oregon that …
March 6, 2025 EMERGENCY DETOUR ALERT: This morning the city’s electrical contractor hit a watermain at 87th Avenue and Steilacoom Boulevard. The intersection is closed and will remain closed while repairs are made. A detour is in place. It is anticipated this closure will last three days. The detour is: Local access is still open to the businesses on Steilacoom …
March 5, 2025 On Feb. 28, 2025 Mayor Jason Whalen, Deputy Mayor Mary Moss and members of the Lakewood City Council gathered with Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland on South Tacoma Way near the B & I shopping center. They were also joined by local business and property owner Jae Han, and Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Linda Smith. The group …
March 3, 2025 Tanikka Watford is an accomplished leader in affordable housing and community development, with a heart for fostering social change. Watford is Executive Director of The Moore Wright Group, a nonprofit that operates in several states. The nonprofit uses its logistic expertise to help end the cycle of poverty, abuse and abandonment, and provides hope to those in …
Pierce County announces emergency sewer repair work Pierce County Planning & Public Works announced this week its sewer bypass installation is expected to begin on and around Bridgeport Way West and Meadow Park Road West this week or early March. The bypass will remain in place until the sewer repair is completed. Work LocationsThe bypass pipe will be installed …
Feb. 24, 2025 Grant Twyman is an established leader, organizational manager and community leader. As a United States Army Officer, Twyman has the honor of serving among the nation’s top 1% at multiple echelons and across varied disciplines. As the Director of Equity and Community Engagement for the Clover Park School District, he works collaboratively to elevate diverse voices, audit …
Feb. 17, 2025 Lisa Boyd’s connection to Lakewood is both profound and enduring. Raised in a military family, Boyd is the daughter of Harry and Dr. Claudia Thomas. Her educational journey began at Lake Louise Elementary, Mann Jr. High, and Lakes High School in the Clover Park School District. Boyd pursued higher education at the University of North Carolina (Fayetteville), …