Tacoma City Council Meeting - April 21, 2026

The Tacoma City Council meeting on April 21, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council adopted a resolution (41894) to place a transportation safety improvements funding measure on the August 2026 ballot, proposing a 1.5% utility tax increase and a 20-cent property tax increase per $1,000 assessed value to raise approximately $85 million from the levy and $320 million total including grants and partnerships for street repairs, pothole fixes, sidewalks, and traffic safety. The council also approved the 2026 Annual Action Plan for housing, community, and economic development, allocating about $3.7 million in federal funds across community development block grants, emergency solutions grants, and home investment partnerships, with contracts awarded to local providers for microenterprise assistance and housing rehabilitation programs. Additionally, the council reconfirmed the appointment of the Director of Utilities and appointed members to the Climate and Sustainability Commission. Public comments emphasized concerns about housing quality and discriminatory practices. No new contracts were directly awarded during the meeting, but the budget and funding allocations discussed will guide upcoming procurement and contracting activities.