The Tacoma City Council voted to enter into contract negotiations with Hyun Kim to officially assume the role of City Manager for Washington’s third-largest city. Mr. Kim currently serves as Interim City Manager for the City of Tacoma, where he leads enterprise-wide initiatives and works closely with the City Council on complex policy and operational…

Neighborhood Council Program There are eight Neighborhood Councils and one overarching Community Council that support Tacoma’s diverse communities by engaging with City staff on neighborhood issues, concerns, and priorities identified by community members. Program Overview Connect with Your Neighborhood Council District Map Program Review Neighborhood Council Program Overview The Neighborhood Council Program aims to create…

Tacoma FIRST 311 Services Tacoma FIRST 311 is your FIRST call for City of Tacoma services. We are Tacoma’s one-stop-shop for the Fast Information Resource Service Team (FIRST). We’re here for your City of Tacoma questions, reports, and service requests. You can reach us in person, on the phone, on the web, or by downloading the Tacoma FIRST…

On February 3, 2026, the City Council confirmed Interim City Manager Hyun Kim’s appointment of Patti Jackson as Tacoma’s Police Chief, effective February 9, 2026. “Tacoma matters to me, and so does the work ahead,” said Chief Jackson. “I’m honored to accept this appointment and to continue leading alongside dedicated employees, City leadership, and community partners, with…

As the policy-making body of the City, the City Council serves as the link between the residents of Tacoma and their municipal government. They are responsible for enacting and amending City laws, adopting the Biennial Budget, appointing members to our boards, committees and commissions and providing guidance and direction for actions which affect the quality…

Do you often question how Tacoma Police operate? Are you interested in getting answers to your questions in an open safe space while learning from each department how they work? The Citizens Academy is for you. If you’re a skeptic or just want to gain more police operating knowledge sign up for this free class.…

McKinley Planning The City’s Neighborhood Planning Program (NPP) provides enhanced planning and development support to help communities create strong, vibrant, and diverse neighborhoods.  City Council identified the McKinley Hill Neighborhood as a priority for the pilot year of the Neighborhood Planning Program. Through the planning process, the Community identified the following goals: Vibrant business district: Support a vibrant economic base; comfortable,…