Letters of Interest From Individuals Interested in Writing Statements For and Against Proposed Charter Amendments Now Due July 28

The City Clerk's Office in Tacoma is currently seeking volunteers to participate in committees that will draft statements "for" and "against" proposed City Charter amendments. To be considered for these committees, individuals must submit a letter of interest by July 28, 2024, detailing their name, address, and specific amendments they are interested in. This initiative aims to enhance community engagement in the charter review process, ensuring that a variety of perspectives are represented in the upcoming Voters' Pamphlet. The Government Performance and Finance Committee will convene on July 29, 2024, to evaluate the submitted letters, with a hybrid meeting format allowing for both in-person and remote participation. The statements prepared by the committees will be crucial for informing voters, with all submissions due to the Pierce County Auditor by August 8, 2024.

Additionally, rebuttal statements will need to be submitted by August 12, 2024, further facilitating public discourse on the amendments. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to the City Clerk's Office for more details and assistance. More information can be found at cityoftacoma. org/charterreview, reinforcing the city's commitment to transparent governance.