TACOMA'S SUCCESS MAY SCOOT TO SEATTLE
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As Seattle considers whether to start a pilot program with shareable electric scooters, Tacoma is ahead in the game. The city started its pilot project nine months ago and has seen a positive response from riders and Tacomans.
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MULTICARE SERVING PARKLAND AREA
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Multicare's new neighborhood outpatient emergency room opened Monday. It offers emergency care by board-certified ER physicians but has no inpatient (overnight) beds, according to MultiCare. The average wait time is expected to be about 15 minutes; average length of stay for patients is about 90 minutes.
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THANK YOU OLYMPIA - CHAMBER SATISFIED AFTER LEGISLATIVE SESSION
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At the Chamber Luncheon last Thursday, the Port's Sean Eagan UWT's Michael Wark, and the Chamber's Michael Transue discussed the many "wins" from the recent legislative session.
These include bills on Class "A" office space, UWT's budget, vehicle registration/marine cargo, and project acceleration for SR 167/509.
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CITIZEN-SERVICE MEMBER OF YEAR AWARD GOES TO SENATOR HANS ZEIGER
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Some of us dedicate our lives to both our country and our community. Those are the people we recognize with the Howard O. Scott Citizen-Service Member of the Year Award - presented by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber's Military Affairs Committee and the Kiwanis Club of Tacoma.
Please help us and welcome our 2019 recipient, Hans Zeiger, Washington State Senator, 25th Legislative District.
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CHAMBERS CREEK PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP - GOOD FOR TACOMA
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The county executive entered into a long-term ground lease with Chambers Bay Resort, LLC, for the development of a hotel and resort on a portion of Chambers Creek Properties.
“This is a great public-private partnership. You’re taking about jobs, economy and a tax base coming together for a jewel in Pierce County,” Tom Pierson, President & CEO
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PUYALLUP GETS BOOST FROM BUDGET
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$52.4 billion statewide operating budget boosts spending on K-12 education, higher education and mental health, funds many Puyallup projects, and includes $800 million in new taxes.
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CHAMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
TECH MASTERS COMPUTER SERVICES
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This exhibit is part of
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, an Indigenous-led, yearlong project that includes satellite installations, performances, workshops and trainings, artists-in-residence, art markets, a publication, and partner events.
Join Spaceworks Tacoma and Catherine Cross Uehara at the 950 Gallery, this Thursday, May 16th, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM for the opening reception!
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LINKS BETWEEN CIVILIANS AND THE MILITARY CAN BE GOOD FOR BUSINESS
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JBLM is a South Sound economic engine and a great source for employees and contracts.The Chamber's Evergreen Fleet cruise is a chance for civilian and military communities to get to know each other during a day of fun and relaxation. More than 200 attendees and 15 yachts!
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ARE YOU MAKING TACOMA GREAT? LET US KNOW HOW
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The New Tacoma Awards, presented by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, recognize businesses, organizations and individuals making outstanding contributions to the revitalization of downtown Tacoma. Award categories include:
- Popham Award: Recognizing the individual that has done the most to build community spirit
- Ghilarducci Award: Recognizing new development, renovation or beautification
- Union Station Award: Recognizing a leading organization, company or individual that has built or sustained momentum for revitalization
- Schoenfeld Award: Recognizing exemplary performance and pizzazz as a retailer or restaurateur
- Public Places Award: Recognizing the best activation of a public park, open space or area in the public right-of-way.
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NEW BUSINESS COMING TO TACOMA
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Spaceworks' Entrepreneur Success Workshop's most recent cohort is graduating, and you're invited to see their graduation presentations and join in on the graduation festivities!
May 21 • 6-9pm
950 Pacific Avenue
The Entrepreneur Success Workshop is both for people looking to start a business and people already in business. Spaceworks coaches help you work through business basics, focus on your passion, and create an action plan to take you to the next level.
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TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY CHAMBER
950 PACIFIC AVE TACOMA SUITE 300, 98402
253.627.2175 • INFO@TACOMACHAMBER.ORG • WWW.TACOMACHAMBER.ORG
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