Government
House Republicans say revenue, caseload forecasts prove new taxes not needed
By Reps. Dan Kristiansen and J.T. Wilcox
The state’s revenue forecast today revealed the state could bring in another $231 million more than expected, in addition to the $2 billion more the state will bring in between the 2011-13 budget and the 2013-15 budget. The caseload forecast later revealed $90 million in savings as a result of reduced enrollment in schools, correctional facilities and social services.
Brittain recommended for Director of Finance & Operations
Steilacoom Historical School District #1 Interim Superintendent Kathi Weight will be making a recommendation to the Board of Directors to hire James Brittain for the position of Executive Director for Finance & Operations.
Learn how to maximize Social Security benefits
Pierce County News Release
As the economy changes and the needs of consumers change, knowing how to make the most of Social Security benefits is becoming more and more important. For people preparing to start their Social Security benefits, a few simple tips might save them thousands of dollars. And for those currently receiving Social Security benefits, there may be ways to increase the benefits in the long term.
Meet Lakewood City Manager Candidates June 17
LAKEWOOD – A Community Meet and Greet with the City Manager Candidates will June 17, 2013 (6-8 pm) in the McGavick Conference Center at the Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Boulevard SW, Lakewood, WA 98499.
Council to interview manager candidates June 18
The Lakewood City Council will meet on Tuesday, June 18 (8:15 am) in the City of Lakewood’s City Council Chambers (6000 Main Street SW, Lakewood, WA 98499). This meeting replaces the canceled June 17 regular meeting of the council. Following is the special meeting agenda:
Serving Those Who Served Us
By Calvin W. Goings, Regional Administrator
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) would like to express our gratitude to the people who volunteer to keep our nation safe and strong which is why veterans are a particular focus for us. Did you know that veteran-owned small businesses account for a large percentage of small businesses? Veterans are at least 45 percent more likely to take the plunge into entrepreneurship than people with no active-duty military experience, according to a May 2011 study from the SBA Office of Advocacy. In 2007 (the latest data available from the U.S. Census Bureau), veterans owned 2.4 million businesses, or 9 percent of all businesses nationwide, generating $1.2 trillion in receipts and employing nearly 5.8 million people.
Lakewood City Manager report to council
By Heidi Wachter, Interim City Manager
Public invited to City Manager Candidate Reception on June 17: The City will host a reception for Lakewood city manager candidates Monday, June 17 from 6-8pm at the McGavick Conference Center at Clover Park Technical College. The City encourages the public to attend and meet the candidates. A summary of the applicants and their qualifications can be found here: https://www.cityoflakewood.us/
West Pierce two-year levy on August 6 ballot
By Hallie McCurdy, Assistant Fire Marshal, West Pierce Fire & Rescue
The West Pierce Board of Commissioners voted May 1, 2013 to place a two-year maintenance and operations levy request on the August 6th ballot. This two-year request is for $11.2 million dollars each year, replacing the existing levy. The levied amount will be collected in 2014 and 2015. The levy funds over 35% of the District’s operating budget. Since the last levy request in 2011, the overall assessed valuation of Lakewood and University Place properties has dropped 15.8%, bringing fire department tax revenues to their lowest levels in 6 years. With approval of this levy, it is projected homeowners in the District will pay less in total taxes to West Pierce than they paid in 2011.
Get the facts about sun safety before summer arrives
Pierce County News Release
Even the Stone Age people knew the sun brought life on Earth and that is one reason they used to worship it. But the sun can both heal and destroy. Sunlight can be the kiss of life or death. It depends on the way we use it.
Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources is sponsoring “The Sun and Your Skin: What the Sun Can Do,” a special workshop to help lay out the truth about the consequences of exposure to the sun, potential short and long term harm, and things people can do to prevent skin damage.
University Place City Council meeting agenda, June 17
The University Place City Council will hold its Regular Council Meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013, 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West). Following is the meeting agenda:
DuPont City Administrator Friday letter, June 14
By Dawn Masko, City Administrator, City of DuPont
1. Update on DRS Audit - Mayor Michael Grayum issued the following statement after the June 11th City Council meeting regarding the Department of Retirement Systems’ (DRS) audit report issued on May 31, 2013:
Pierce County to host 2nd Aerospace Summit in July
Pierce County News Release
Pierce County’s second Aerospace Summit will offer valuable updates from experts in manufacturing technology and workforce training as the region continues its push for a larger stake in the global market.
The summit, which features a presentation by Boeing’s manager for workforce development, will be held July 17 at Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood. Participants can register at www.edbtacomapierce.org.
Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee
The City of Lakewood is accepting applications to fill two (2) vacancies on the Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee.
DESCRIPTION: The role of the Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee is to:
Pierce County charts a sustainable path
Pierce County News Release
Three years after creating its first Sustainability Plan, Pierce County continues to make steady progress towards reaching its 2015 Sustainability Goals. By tracking its use of energy, water, fuel, recycling and other natural resources, we can report that Pierce County has saved more than $1.65 million in the first three years of the Sustainability program. “Sustainability is a fancy word for good government,” said County Executive Pat McCarthy. “We are using fewer natural resources, which saves money for vital community services. We have only started down this path, and already we are making tremendous progress.”
CONSUMER ALERT: Hurricane Sandy Flood Damaged Cars Washing up in Washington
The Attorney General’s Office and the Better Business Bureau today issued a warning that flood damaged cars from Hurricane Sandy are showing up for sale in Washington state.
The AGO and BBB caution consumers to make sure the vehicle you buy does not have flood damage.
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