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Tacoma Public Schools has achieved a historic milestone with the election of a Black president and vice president team, Korey Strozier and Chelsea McElroy. This leadership reflects the diversity of the student body and aims to create student-centered policies and equitable access to education. Their leadership is rooted in a legacy of integration, inspiring current and future generations of students.
Barb Rock addresses common factors that hinder success in various life aspects, including relationships and finances. She identifies four main obstacles: comfort, learned helplessness, the path of least resistance, and coasting, urging readers to self-reflect and take actionable steps to overcome these challenges. The insights provided emphasize the importance of hard work and self-awareness in achieving lasting success.
Parks Tacoma invites community members to participate in the upcoming round of participatory budgeting for four local community centers, with each center allocated $10,000 to enhance facilities and programming. The initiative aims to foster community pride and ownership through direct engagement and idea collection, culminating in a voting process for proposed projects later this year.
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department awarded the Healthy Communities Award to the City of Tacoma's Planning and Development Services, Environmental Services, and the Town of Steilacoom for their significant contributions to community health in 2024. These initiatives aim to improve public spaces, promote active transportation, and enhance environmental awareness, showcasing a commitment to building healthier communities.
Scooby, a 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier and Weimaraner mix, is looking for a loving home where he can thrive with structure and training. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County highlights their commitment to animal welfare, helping over 6,000 pets find homes each year. Interested adopters can learn more about Scooby and other pets available for adoption at thehumanesociety.org.
The Walking Tour Calendar for Tacoma, Washington, invites residents and visitors to explore the city's rich history through organized walking tours. Scheduled for February 23, 2025, this event emphasizes historic preservation and community engagement, making it a significant opportunity for local cultural appreciation.
Tacoma's Interim Police Chief, Patti Jackson, will now assume her role by March 10, 2025, due to delays in administrative processes. Deputy Chief Paul Junger will continue as acting chief until February 24, after which Assistant Chief Frank Krause will take over. The city plans to initiate the recruitment for a permanent police chief next month, seeking community input throughout the process.
The City of Tacoma has allocated $800,000 to enhance youth and cultural programming in District 4, following a participatory budgeting initiative driven by community input. This funding aims to support local organizations in providing enriching experiences for youth and celebrating Tacoma's diverse cultural heritage.
The City of Tacoma has announced a delay in the start date for Patti Jackson as Interim Police Chief, now expected by March 10, 2025. Deputy Chief Paul Junger will continue as Acting Police Chief until February 24, 2025, after which Assistant Police Chief Frank Krause will take over. The city is committed to a robust recruitment process for a permanent police chief, with community involvement encouraged.
The City of Tacoma has allocated $800,000 to enhance youth and cultural programming in District 4, following community input from over 12,000 residents. This initiative aims to provide enriching experiences for young people while celebrating Tacoma's diverse cultural heritage, with funding directed to community organizations.