Thank you, veterans Today is Veterans Day and the city of Lakewood extends its heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all veterans who served our country and sacrificed for our freedom. At its meeting this week the Lakewood City Council honored our local veterans with the reading of a proclamation and a small ceremony that included the Lakes High School Choir …
Lakewood makes changes to tree code, adds protections for significant trees
Nov. 8, 2022 The Lakewood City Council took unanimous action Monday adopting an ordinance that protects some of the city’s oldest and most significant trees. “This ordinance strikes a balance and moves the needle forward on tree preservation in the city. This is a significant step in our continued efforts to protect trees, increase canopy and address climate change …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 28, 2022
Council Corner: No City Council meeting Monday There is no Lakewood City Council meeting Monday due to it being a fifth Monday of the month. Typically, the City Council meets four times a month: The first and third Mondays for regular meetings and second and fourth Mondays for study sessions. The next regular meeting is Monday, Nov. 7 at 7 …
Council Corner: Oct. 24, 2022 Study Session
The Lakewood City Council study session kicked off with a review of the third quarter police data with Lakewood Police Chief Mike Zaro. Zaro highlighted progress made in areas like reducing property crimes and motor vehicle thefts. These two areas saw declines over previous quarterly reporting. Specifically: Motor vehicle thefts are down 46% overall in 2022 with a 17% reduction …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 14, 2022
FAB Fest is here! The Film, Art, Book (FAB) Fest kicked off today and runs through the weekend at the McGavick Center at Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Boulevard SW. Did you miss our Reel Life 96 short film contest earlier this year? You can check out these locally produced, five minute films at the event. All 18 entries …
How do you get around Lakewood?
How do you use Lakewood’s sidewalks, bike lanes, or other routes that don’t allow cars? The city of Lakewood is updating its non-motorized transportation plan to reflect the improvements made over the last 10 years and to provide direction on how to expand its walking and rolling network. We want to hear from you. How do you use the system …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Sept. 30, 2022
Lakewood Council Corner: Sept. 26, 2022 The Lakewood City Council began its Sept. 26, 2022 study session with a review of proposed updates to the city’s tree preservation code. Twelve “Key Issues” were outlined for Council. These included recommendations from the city’s ad hoc tree committee and Planning Commission. Council used the study session to provide direction to the city’s …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Sept. 23, 2022
Lakewood Council Corner: Sept. 19, 2022 The Lakewood City Council began its regular meeting Sept. 19, 2022 with two recognitions. A proclamation read by Councilmember Mike Brandstetter recognizing Sept. 25 through Oct. 1, 2022 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Week and a proclamation read by Mayor Jason Whalen recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce. Read the Childhood Cancer …
Lakewood City Hall closed for Labor Day
Lakewood City Hall will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, 2022 in observation of the Labor Day holiday. Regular operations resume Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Note: The Lakewood City Council will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, 6000 Main Street SW. See the agenda.
Lakewood Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Lakewood for its Fiscal Year 2020 annual comprehensive financial report. The report was judged by an impartial panel, demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure”, clearly communicating a financial story, and motivating the …
Lakewood Weekly Headlines: June 3, 2022
Summer Edition of Connections Magazine Delivered Another edition of Lakewood’s seasonal magazine should have hit your doorstep this week. The magazine is mailed quarterly to every Lakewood residence. In this edition, we preview the City’s jam-packed calendar of exciting summer events. SummerFest returns to Fort Steilacoom Park on Saturday, July 23. Four ‘Saturday Street Festivals’ will be held at Colonial …
All-Abilities Recreational Programs Scheduled All Summer Long in Lakewood
The City of Lakewood is a proud partner to the Pierce County Specialized Recreation (PCSR) team, which hosts recreational activities for students of all ages and abilities. These inclusive programs include art, craft, sports, and social events for participants with and without disabilities. Many activities and events are scheduled throughout the summer in Lakewood. Every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m., PCSR …
Lakewood Weekly Headlines: May 27, 2022
Monday, May 30 is Memorial Day Memorial Day is our opportunity to reflect on the sacrifice of fallen American soldiers. To honor the occasion, the Clover Park School District has a 14-year tradition of staking markers in the front lawn of Clover Park High School in the style of the Arlington National Cemetary. Each of the 7,000 markers honors an …
Regional Experts Discuss Housing Affordability & Homelessness During “Community Coffeehouse”
Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen hosted a “Community Coffeehouse” on Thursday to discuss housing affordability and homelessness. Speakers included Janne Hutchins from Living Access Support Alliance (LASA), a local provider of permanent supportive housing and homelessness prevention services. Jason Gauthier represented the South Sound Housing Affordability Partners, a group that marshals regional housing policy. Steve O’Ban represented Pierce County. The cost …
New Trail Along Elwood Drive Forming in Fort Steilacoom Park
Visitors to Fort Steilacoom Park might notice a new trail forming along the park’s eastern edge. The City of Lakewood and the Washington Trails Association are working together to improve the park’s trail system, starting with a new trail along Elwood Drive. The trail isn’t quite ready to be used yet. It will open for visitors later this summer. WTA-organized …
Clover Park High School Honors Memorial Day with Annual Arlington Project Tradition
7,000 markers now adorn the front lawn of Clover Park High School, each hand-placed by a student to acknowledge a fallen soldier from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The Arlington Project is an annual tradition by the school district to acknowledge the Memorial Day holiday. Each year, the district has taken the time and extraordinary effort to commemorate the …
Lakewood to Host “Tree Tour” on Friday, June 3
The City of Lakewood will host a “tree tour” on Friday, June 3 with the Tacoma Tree Foundation and the Department of Fish & Wildlife. The tour will introduce participants to Lakewood’s lovely mix of firs, blossoms, oaks, and other trees. The tour will also discuss tree maintenance and the state of our urban canopy. Lakewood Tree TourFriday, June 3 …
City Council Summary: May 23, 2022
Video Recording Agenda Packet A student group recently completed a survey of Lakewood residents about climate change. The survey generated 212 responses representing a range of ages, incomes, and races. 91% of respondents believe that the global climate is changing, and 89% attribute that to humanity. The survey revealed attitudes towards climate change and challenges in reaching underrepresented populations. The …