City Council Meeting of June 8, 2026

The City Council of Lakewood held a study session on June 8, 2026, focusing primarily on homelessness and community development initiatives. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the Pierce County Unified Regional Approach (URRA) to homelessness, including its design, governance, and funding. The URRA aims to coordinate homelessness services across jurisdictions with voluntary participation and an estimated Lakewood contribution of $27,000 to $45,000 annually. Council members discussed the benefits of regional collaboration, data sharing, and technical assistance to improve service delivery and avoid duplication. Additionally, the council reviewed an amendment to the Shoreline Master Program concerning a parcel designation change to urban park, addressing environmental and land use considerations. The meeting also included a briefing on the Downtown Transportation Mitigation Fee (TMF), its policy updates, and the challenges of impact fee implementation beyond the downtown area. Council members expressed interest in updating the TMF regularly and exploring broader impact fee policies. The session concluded with updates on youth advisory board activities and upcoming community events, followed by an executive session on legal and financial matters.