NOVEMBER 20, 2018
INTERIM TIDEFLATS REGULATIONS RENEWED
Last Tuesday November 13, Tacoma City Council voted to renew the existing Tideflats Interim Regulations as-is with no amendments, which is a big WIN for industrial lands in Tacoma, and will allow continued growth and investment from our existing businesses.

The amendments would have effectively halted growth of industrial businesses for the next 2-4 years, and we appreciate the Mayor and council members who voted 6-3 opposing both amendments. Our message was loud and clear – businesses need certainty and predictability to invest, and Tacoma needs the living wage jobs that the manufacturing, industrial and maritime sectors provide. READ MORE
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IMPROVE LOCAL AIR QUALITY, HELP LOCAL EMPLOYERS
Environmental benefits of the conversion from bunker fuel to LNG for both local and global air quality include 99% reduction in particulate matter, 90% reduction in nitrogen oxides, and 13.5% reduction in greenhouse gases. Let Puget Sound Clean Air Agency know that Puget Sound Energy's LNG permit needs to be approved to ensure a cleaner South Sound. Deadline for public comment is November 21. EMAIL PSCAA TODAY
COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY FLOATING AROUND TACOMA
The Tacoma Police Department has noted an increase in number of fraud complaints involving the use of counterfeit U.S. currency.

NEW YEAR MEANS NEW ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
With all the increased traffic from our website launch, now is the time to advertise with the Chamber.

Check out our advertising options to get the best return on investment!

3RD ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAWL ON PAC AVE
Join Spaceworks Tacoma for Tacoma's 3rd Annual Holiday Haul Crawl for a full day of events, giveaways and holiday specials at local boutiques and restaurants. Support local businesses AND get a head start on your holiday shopping!

DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that Spaceworks is helping with the Links Tacoma extension project? We supported 9 community engagement specialists this fall to seek public feedback on the streetscape elements in Hilltop . MORE INFORMATION HERE
INVESTOR UPDATE
Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Children’s Museum of Tacoma to build satellite museum on Base
MultiCare CEO Bill Robertson aims to serve the diverse needs of South Sound patients

The $24.5 million renovation of Tacoma Arts Live 's Pantages Theater is now open!

Meet and mingle with your public officials in a relaxed and informal setting. With 300+ public officials and business community members in attendance, this is prime chance for you, your staff and your business associates to enjoy a festive evening. MORE INFORMATION
Join us for this breakfast event where the 2019 annual forecast of the area's economic well-being, the Pierce County Economic Index (PCEI) report is presented. These insights on the local, regional, and national aspects of the economy make this an invaluable event for local businesses who want assistance in determining their business outlook. MORE INFORMATION
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