Lakewood reflects on 2024 legislative session The Lakewood City Council extends its gratitude to legislators for their hard work and dedication to serving our community during the recent legislative session. Heading into the session, the Lakewood City Council met with local representatives to review city priorities. That included continued refinement to existing state law around vehicle pursuits. “It was heartening …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: March 8, 2024
New Building Code Amendments The Lakewood City Council adopted amendments to the city’s building code at its March 4, 2024, regular meeting. The updates go into effect March 15, 2024. The changes reflect amendments made to the International Building Code. The International Building Code amendments were adopted in 2021, however they were not implemented immediately due to multiple court cases. …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: March 1, 2024
Hidden Heroes Week 4: Small Business Ownership The City of Lakewood, in partnership with the Clover Park School District, is highlighting the “Hidden Heroes” of our community. Each week we are featuring Black or African American professionals in the community who are making a difference. This is our fourth and final week of this recognition. This week we highlight local …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Feb. 23, 2024
Hidden Heroes Week 3: Government & Administration The City of Lakewood, in partnership with the Clover Park School District, is highlighting the “Hidden Heroes” of our community. The campaign kicked off Feb. 5, 2024, to honor Black History Month. The first week featured education professionals. The second week featured local heroes active in the nonprofit and business sector. This week …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Feb. 2, 2024
Celebrating Black History Month At its meeting Monday the Lakewood City Council will issue a proclamation celebrating February as Black History Month. As part of the celebration and recognition of this important month, the City of Lakewood is once again highlighting the “Hidden Heroes” of our community. The campaign kicks off Monday, Feb. 5. It includes a e-newsletter sent weekly …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Dec. 29, 2023
Happy New Year As we say goodbye to 2023 we want to wish all in Lakewood a very Happy New Year. Please note: Lakewood City Hall and the Lakewood police station will close at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. They will remain closed through Jan. 1, 2024 in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Regular operations resume Jan. …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Dec. 15, 2023
Jingle Bell 5k/1-mile Kid’s run is Saturday The City of Lakewood Jingle Bell 5k is back and better than ever! The city partnered with the Lakes Cross Country Boosters Club to return the Jingle Bell 5k run/walk & 1-mile Kid’s Run to Fort Steilacoom Park. Haven’t registered yet? It’s OK there’s still time! Register before Saturday and save. Or register …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Dec. 8, 2023
Celebrate the holidays Saturday in Lakewood Join us this Saturday (Dec. 9) to celebrate the holidays in Lakewood at our annual Holiday Parade of Lights, followed by a countdown to a lighting of the Lakewood Christmas Tree. The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Lakewood City Hall early to line the parade route and check out the festivities. We’ll …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Dec. 1, 2023
Lakewood Holiday Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting is next Saturday Join us Saturday, Dec. 9 to celebrate the holidays with our annual Holiday Parade of Lights, followed by a countdown to lighting the Lakewood Christmas Tree. The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. Arrive at Lakewood City Hall early to line the parade route and check out the festivities. We’ll …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Nov. 24, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving Wishing you and all Lakewood families a very Happy Thanksgiving this holiday season. Lakewood City Hall, the Lakewood police station and city operations are closed Thursday and Friday this week. Regular operations resume Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. Washington Boulevard is open After more than two years of phased closures, Washington Boulevard reopened to traffic Wednesday afternoon. The re-opening …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Nov. 17, 2023
What is Lakewood doing to address public safety concerns? This summer, Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen and City Manager John Caulfield convened a meeting of Pierce County mayors and city administrators to address the pressing issue of public safety in the region. At the meeting it was agreed the alarming increases in crime experienced across the state has a negative impact …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Nov. 10, 2023
Honoring veterans this weekend A note from City Manager John Caulfield: Monday evening, the Lakewood City Council issued a proclamation proclaiming Nov. 11, 2023 as Veterans Day and the month of November 2023 as Veterans Appreciation Month. As we approach Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to honor and recognize the significance of this day and extend our …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Nov. 3, 2023
Public hearing on ADUs and short-term rentals At its regular meeting Nov. 6, 2023, the Lakewood City Council will hold public hearing on proposed 2023 annual development regulation code amendments. One of the 12 proposed amendments relates to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and whether they should be allowed as short-term rentals. The Lakewood Planning Commission reviewed the proposed code amendment. …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 27, 2023
Fall Community Cleanup is Nov. 11-12 Bring trash, junk and recyclables to the Lakewood Transfer Station for the city’s Fall Community Cleanup Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11-12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (last vehicle admitted at 1:45 p.m.). This event is for Lakewood residents only; a utility bill or ID is required to show proof of residence. Participants should …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 20, 2023
Edgewater Park Master Plan meeting The City of Lakewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board invites the public to a community meeting to continue the conversation about updating the Edgewater Park Master Plan. The meeting will include review of previous work done by the community to create the draft master plan. At the meeting additional information will be gathered around the …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 13, 2023
Truck & Tractor Day is Saturday Truck & Tractor Day is here! Head to Fort Steilacoom Park Saturday from 12-3 p.m. Let the kids climb on big rigs, honk the horn, ride around the park in the hay wagon and enjoy free activities. Stroll the pumpkin patch to find the perfect pumpkin to transform into a spooky jack-o-lantern. Stop by …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Oct. 6, 2023
Supporting manufacturing in Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen welcomed the first-ever Manufacturing Day Expo to Lakewood this week. He was joined by City Manager John Caulfield and Economic Development Director Becky Newton at the event. Held at Clover Park Technical College, the four-hour event called attention to new frontiers in manufacturing. This includes automation, robotics, instrumentation and process control, and supply …
Lakewood Manager’s Bulletin: Sept. 29, 2023
Mayor Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse wrap up Did you miss Mayor Jason Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse this week? Long range planning and special projects manager Tiffany Speir shared information about new housing laws at the state level that will impact housing density in the city. In part, the laws require an increase in “middle housing” types in areas traditionally dedicated to single-family …