TV Tacoma Live Stream - City of Tacoma

The City of Tacoma held a comprehensive meeting on January 13, 2026, which included multiple segments covering community events, economic forecasts, public safety, and city planning. Key procurement-related discussions involved Tacoma Power awarding a contract to Iljin Electrics USA, Inc. for a transformer replacement, and authorizing a $2.7 million customer-funded agreement with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for electric utility upgrades to support a new logistics facility in Fife, Washington. The meeting also addressed the retirement and sale of surplus transformers and updates to guiding principles for customer service and stakeholder engagement. Additionally, the City Council received detailed presentations on the Center for Strategic Priorities, including strategic planning and environmental initiatives, and the Planning and Development Services Department, focusing on permitting, housing strategies, and code enforcement updates. The council discussed upcoming legislative priorities, community engagement, and the city manager recruitment process. No specific votes on large capital improvement projects beyond those mentioned were detailed, but the meeting emphasized ongoing efforts to align city operations with strategic goals and community needs.