Camps and activities include volleyball, LEGO, augmented reality, robotics, and more. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – A variety of free or deeply discounted youth recreational activities are available in Lakewood. The Pierce County Kids Need Play! (KNP!) program offers substantial discounts on day camps and sports activities. Local camps with KNP! discounts include Brickz 4 Kids LEGO camps, USA Volleyball, and more. …
Lakewood’s 2021-2022 budget document recognized for quality as financial document, and as a policy document and communications tool. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The City of Lakewood has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation award acknowledges budget documents that excel as policy documents, financial plans, operations guides, and communications tools. …
Public survey will inform JBLM 2022 Growth Coordination Plan (GCP) LAKEWOOD, Wash. – A public survey is now open to invite public input on growth plans for Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). The South Sound Military and Communities Partnership (SSMCP) is developing a 2022 Growth Coordination Plan (GCP) for Joint Base Lewis-McChord and the surrounding region. SSMCP invites the public to …
The last year has been full of twists for Lakewood and for its businesses. This month, we checked in with Olympic Moving & Storage and Manic Meatballs to see how they were responding to contemporary challenges. Growth, Growth, Growth. “Growth” is the word of the year for Lakewood. The local economy is surging back from the pandemic now that full …
Lakewood is the first Pierce County municipality to outfit all officers with vehicle & body cameras. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – On Monday, July 19, the Lakewood City Council approved the purchase of body cameras by the Lakewood Police Department. Lakewood will be the first Pierce County municipality to equip all marked vehicles with in-car cameras and all officers with body-worn cameras. …
South Sound Housing Affordability Partners will work to address local housing affordability LAKEWOOD, Wash. – On Tuesday, July 20, the City of Lakewood became the first government to formally approve an intergovernmental agreement to participate in the South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P). As stated within the agreement, “the most efficient and effective way (sic) to address access to affordable …
Join us for summer concerts, National Night Out, and a “birthday party” for Lakewood. LAKEWOOD, Wash. –From concerts to movies to a “birthday party” for Lakewood, a number of exciting events are approaching. Summer Nights at the Pavilion concerts will be held on Thursday nights at Fort Steilacoom Park throughout July and August. Upcoming shows include Good Co, Swing (swing) …
Designs by local artists can be found at four intersections around Lakewood. Four local traffic signal boxes received decorative wraps under a new program led by the Lakewood Arts Commission. The wraps feature designs by local artists and add some exciting flair to several intersections across the City. The pieces include: Tribal Quilt By Rosa Cruz (Bridgeport Way & San …
Public open house to be held July 26. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The South Sound Military and Communities Partnership (SSMCP) seeks public input in the development of a 2022 Growth Coordination Plan for Joint Base Lewis-McChord and the surrounding region at an upcoming Virtual Open House to be held on Monday, July 26, from 12:00-1:00 pm. The 2022 Growth Coordination Plan …
Public comments on DSHS’ Master Plan amendment must be received by 5:00 p.m. on July 7 LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) has proposed an amendment to the Master Facilities Plan for the Western State Hospital campus to include the construction of a proposed 350-bed forensic hospital. Public comments on the proposal will …
June 4th marks National Donut Day, and there were reports of delicious activity in the area. We visited our two local donut shops for their thoughts on the art of perfecting the donut. Original House of Donuts9638 Gravelly Lake Dr SW Established in 1959, the Original House of Donuts is a classic donut spot in Lakewood. Their sparkling sign and …
Before you cannonball into summer, let’s catch up on a few important safety topics. HEAT Extreme summer heat can be dangerous to human and animal health. Prepare in advance – identify a cool-down location should the heat become unbearable. Review heat risk conditions on the NWS Website. Hydrate – drink more water and fewer alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated drinks. Limit …
“SEIZE THE HIGH GROUND” On Thursday, May 27th, 2021 the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division dedicated Lancer Field, a new field near their headquarters building on JBLM North Fort. The 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team is the premier Indo-Pacific aligned unit. Fire teams charge onto the battlefield within armored Stryker vehicles and conduct dangerous missions under enemy …
Founded in 1957, Merit Construction has seen change and itself been a catalyst in the growth of the South Sound region. Merit’s local marquee projects include the construction of the Tacoma Dome in 1981 and the construction of the Boys & Girls Club and Lake City Community Church buildings here in Lakewood. Tammy Birklid is now Merit’s Principal after becoming …
Lakewood has earned all three awards administered by Government Finance Officers Association. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The City of Lakewood was awarded the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) award for its Fiscal Year 2019 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR). The PAFR program motivates governments to produce accessible and understandable financial reports. The goal is to deliver important information to interested parties …
The plan intends to spur new homes and jobs around Lakewood’s Sound Transit station. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – On May 3, 2021, the Lakewood City Council adopted the Lakewood Station District Subarea (LSDS) Plan. In addition to the plan, an associated development code and streamlined environmental review process were also adopted. Located in the southeast section of the City, the subarea …
Commercial addition and building permit surge points to substantial pending development. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The City of Lakewood has published its Q4 2020 Economic Indicators Report, which tracks employment, permit activity, and other socioeconomic indicators. The report quantifies trends affecting the national, regional, and local economy. The report contains many encouraging signs that the local economy is poised to recover …
Lakewood’s average rents are the second lowest in all of Pierce County March 11, 2021 – Lakewood, WA On March 8, the Lakewood City Council received the City’s 2020 Annual Housing Report. While there is not a requirement to prepare this report, it provides aggregated information about economic conditions, vacancy rates, and housing rent and sale prices and outlines what …