New Business is Booming in Lakewood Lakewood ended 2021 with 138 more businesses than it started with. Some were big (Aero Precision brought 800 new jobs) and some were small (Seoul Bowl Food Truck employs just a few). Strong net business growth is a sign of good things to come in Lakewood. This City continues to attract record investment and …
Lakewood Produces 2021 Annual Housing Report The City of Lakewood offers a detailed report on housing and market conditions every year to spot problems and suggest solutions. The cost of housing is rising – what are the root causes and what can be done about them? One problem is material costs – an invasive insect threatens Canada’s lumber supply. Material …
City Council Forms Ad Hoc Tree Advisory Committee The Lakewood City Council appointed 11 resident applicants to an ad hoc Tree Advisory Committee. The committee will meet regularly in March, April, and May to produce suggested revisions to Lakewood Municipal Code regarding tree preservation. Property rights and environmental concerns will be fairly considered. The committee will present suggested code revisions …
February is Black History Month February is Black History Month and an opportunity to reflect on the contributions of Black leaders and organizers in the Lakewood community. The Lakewood City Council will issue a proclamation on Monday night to acknowledge Black History Month. The City also has been working with the Clover Park School District on the Hidden Heroes campaign, …
SummerFest is Back; Lakewood’s 2022 Events Announced SummerFest is coming back! After a two-year hiatus, Lakewood’s famous summer soirée will return. Enjoy extraordinary entertainment, live music, food, games, rides, and family-friendly fun on Saturday, July 23. The City will host four thrilling Saturday Street Festivals in 2022 at newly-renovated Colonial Plaza: “Dancing in the Streets” on May 21, “Carnival of …
Mayor Lakewood Police Department Welcomes Class of 16 New Officers The Lakewood Police Department welcomed a class of new officers during a Commissioning Ceremony on Jan. 18, 2022. 16 new officers joined the LPD ranks, including 10 entry-level officers and six lateral officers. Two LPD officers were promoted to detective. The Lakewood Police Department lost a portion of its strength …
Lakewood Celebrates #MLKDAY2022 with Community Film The City of Lakewood has released its 2022 video celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “The World Lives in Lakewood”. 2020 census data revealed Lakewood’s BIPOC population has surpassed 50% of its total population. Diversity and vibrant cultural heritage are defining assets of Lakewood. This city is a mix of languages, art, dance, …
Lakewood Celebrates #MLKDAY2022 with Community Film The City of Lakewood has released its 2022 video celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “The World Lives in Lakewood”. 2020 census data revealed Lakewood’s BIPOC population has surpassed 50% of its total population. Diversity and vibrant cultural heritage are defining assets of Lakewood. This city is a mix of languages, art, dance, …
Jason Whalen Appointed as Mayor of Lakewood On Jan. 3, 2022, Jason Whalen was appointed by the Lakewood City Council to the position of Mayor. Mary Moss was appointed to the position of Deputy Mayor. Whalen is Lakewood’s fifth Mayor since the City’s incorporation in 1996. At the time that we were sworn in 12 years ago, it was one …
Crews Working Around the Clock to Clear Roads of Snow, Ice Snow fell on Lakewood several times throughout the week, and Lakewood plows and salt trucks circled the city night and day in response. Roads are cleared based on a priority system. The most-traveled roads will be plowed first. Refer to the map below. Bookmark the City’s “Weather & Emergency” …
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Tree Advisory Ad Hoc Committee to be Formed The City of Lakewood will convene an ad hoc committee to review current tree preservation code and prescribe revisions to be considered by the Lakewood City Council. The Tree Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will be comprised of up to 13 members representative of diverse stakeholder perspectives. Those …
Happy Holidays from the City of Lakewood Lakewood’s Holiday Drive-Thru Light Parade was celebrated last weekend. Volunteers from local businesses and organizations built festive light displays and nearly 900 cars full of families enjoyed the event. The extraordinary turnout created a long line, but we hope that you left the event filled with holiday cheer. The City expects to return …
Celebrate the Holidays at Lakewood’s Drive-Through Light Parade on Dec. 11 Pack the family into the car, bring some hot cocoa, and play your favorite Christmas music as you tour our Drive-Through Light Parade on Saturday at Fort Steilacoom Park. The event will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Light displays built by …
City Council and Nisqually Tribal Council hold Joint Meeting The Lakewood City Council and the Nisqually Tribal Council convened a joint meeting on Monday, Nov. 30 to discuss landmarks, history, and environmental issues. Several landmarks are planned for Fort Steilacoom Park to commemorate native culture and history. The Tribe and the City are both concerned for the future of I-5 …
High-speed trains will now pass through Lakewood regularly – be safe by respecting signals at crossings and staying clear of tracks. Residents are invited to ask questions and express concerns about the purchase of Tacoma’s Comfort Inn for use as a homeless shelter on Monday, Nov. 22. Lakewood’s Holiday Light Parade is approaching on Dec. 11, and registration is now …
Lakewood residents may bring trash and recyclables for free disposal at the Community Cleanup this weekend. A Tacoma hotel will convert to a homeless shelter soon – residents are invited to a Q&A session on Nov. 22. A business forum will discuss important updates next Wednesday, Nov. 10. City Council recognized November as Veterans Appreciation Month. Work on Steilacoom Blvd. …
The Comfort Inn at 86th and Hosmer was purchased for emergency shelter space. Steilacoom Blvd will close for three months on Monday as crews repair a sewer main. Nyanza reopened today and Gravelly Lake will close again on Monday as work continues. A bridge over Chambers Creek was installed, connecting Kobayashi Park to trails on the Lakewood side. A Community …
Bring your trash and junk to the fall Community Cleanup on Nov. 6 & 7 – a 5-minute unloading limit will move the line faster. Lakewood will join the purchase of the Comfort Inn on Hosmer to expand emergency shelter space. Steilacoom Blvd. will close for three months beginning Nov. 1 as Pierce County repairs a sewer main. Gravelly Lake …