| North End Neighborhood Council Meeting Monday September 14, 2026 Cookies & Cider from 5:30 p.m. MONTHLY MEETING 6:00 pm ****MEETING ROOM LOCATION**** University of Puget Sound Presentation Room (#102) in the Welcome Center (N. 15th St. and N. Alder St)Virtual – Via Zoom Meeting ID: 882 2046 7648 Passcode: 649767 |
| Faced with a projected $40 million structural deficit in the City of Tacoma’s General Fund that is anticipated to grow in the upcoming biennium, City Manager Hyun Kim will describe and explain the comprehensive Roadmap to Recovery. The phased plan outlines a strategy to bring expense growth in line with revenue growth while modernizing how the City delivers essential public services. Agenda 1. Introductions and welcome 2. Announcements 3. Standard Liaison Reports Police – CLO Kristen Braziel Tacoma Fire Department – Josh Schlesner UPS – Jennifer Egenolf Council Member Reports Utilities Budget and Rates – Mark Westland – City of Tacoma Environmental Services – Rosa McLeod – Tacoma Power Roadmap to Recovery – Hyun Kim – Tacoma City Manager The Roadmap to Recovery is a coordinated effort to safeguard the City of Tacoma’s long-term sustainability and support its ongoing stewardship of public resources. It emphasizes measured organizational changes, proactive fiscal discipline, and strict financial transparency. https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/city-managers-office/roadmap-to-recovery  Hyun Kim was appointed by the City Council on March 31 as Tacoma’s City Manager. He is responsible for managing day-to-day operations for over 4,000 employees and a $4.7 billion biennial budget. Prior to his appointment he served as Tacoma’s interim city manager and deputy city manager. 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business 9. Adjournment Our next meeting will be on Monday October 5 when the NENC will have its annual Election Forum. In addition to our regular Liaison and City Council reports there will be presentations on amendments and resolutions in the November ballot. The NENC provides a forum for education and discussion of issues of interest to members of our community. The NENC does not endorse the opinions of speakers or any proposed legislation unless otherwise noted. When is the Best Time to Plant a Tree? As the saying goes: “ The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” According to the Arbor Day Foundation, “Fall is the best time to plant trees because cooler temperatures and seasonal rain help roots establish before summer heat.” And it’s great news that our City offers many opportunities to either receive a free tree or purchase one at reduced cost. https://www.arborday.org/perspectives/why-its-great-plant-trees-fall Tacoma Tree Foundation Tree Resources https://www.tacomatreefoundation.org Be sure to check out the updated information on the TTF website about upcoming tree planting opportunities and educational programs and much, much more! Tahoma Bird Alliance Tree Giveaway https://www.tahomabirdalliance.org/10k-trees Pierce Conservation District Urban Tree Sale is open through Nov 7th. For more info, go to https://www.pcdwaterquality.com/tree-sale Stock is selling fast! WSU’s GRIT City Tree Count This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors, get outside, build community and map Tacoma’s trees. Please see the website for Summer 2026 Grit City Tree Count Events. https://treehealth.wsu.edu/tacoma/ Reforest Tacoma https://www.reforesttacoma.com For up-to-date news about how the City of Tacoma is growing it’s tree canopy, along with fascinating articles, please check out the website for this wonderful organization. Follow on Instagram too! Tacoma’s Urban Forest Priority Action Plan outlines a set of phased actions to expand the City’s planting and maintaining of trees, as well as regulatory tools for tree preservation citywide. The goal is to plant 243,000 trees in Tacoma by 2050. Public engagement is encouraged! https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/urban-forestry/urban-forestry-code-policy-and-manuals/ https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/urban-forestry/ Tacoma Recycle Center is accepting styrofoam blocks for recycling again. For more info, go to: https://tacoma.gov/guide/recycling-in-tacoma/ Green Tacoma Day Saturday, October 10th, 9:00am – Noon. For more info, see https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/stormwater/open-space-program/green-tacoma-day/ Make a Splash Grant Applications due Oct 15th For more info, see https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/grants-and-sponsorships/make-a-splash-stormwater-project/ Habitat Stewardship Program For schedule of events, go to: https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/environmental-services/stormwater/open-space-program/tacoma-habitat-stewardship-program/ The City of Tacoma Street-Sweeping Schedule transitions from a fixed schedule to a variable schedule starting Oct 1st to collect plant material more frequently in the leafy neighborhoods. For schedule updates, go to https://tacoma.gov/streetsweeping At Large and District Council Members: https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_council CM John Hines represents citizens District 1 CM Sarah Rumbaugh represents citizens District 2 Three Council Members represents citizens in At-Large: Kristina Walker Position 8, Olgy Diaz Position 7 and Latasha Palmer Position 6 North End Neighborhood Council Board Direct your questions or comments to: officers@nenc.org Chair- Peter Bennett, Vice-Chair- Deb Anderson, Treasurer- Jodi Cook, Secretary- Bonnie O’Leary, Joe Tieger, Georgette Reuter, Tobi Bet, Geoff Corso, Danielle Villegas, Sandra Strong, Joe Strong, Michael HainesNENC Meeting TopicsOctober 5 – Election ForumNovember 2 – (NENC Board Elections)December 7 – |