Please be on the lookout for missing person, Jessica McBeath, who was last known to be in Puyallup.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the City of Sumner stands united in raising awareness about this critical issue. Domestic violence impacts individuals and families across every community, and Sumner is committed to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.

Join us at the City Council meeting on October 7th, when the council will officially declare October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Let’s come together to support survivors, stand against violence, and continue building a safer community for everyone.

If you or anyone you know is in a domestic violence situation, please share the resources listed at the link below. Together, we can help prevent violence and offer hope.

https://sumnerwa.gov/dv-resources/

On Monday we also had another promotion within our department! Officer Matt Watson was promoted to Sergeant.

Officer Watson began his law enforcement career here in Sumner in 2002. During his tenure Officer Watson has served as our Department’s Defensive Tactics Instructor, Firearms Instructor, and Bicycle Officer, He spent 12 years on Metro SWAT and also served as a School Resource Officer. Throughout his various positions Matt has always been willing to step up when asked and handles his duties without complaint or hesitation.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Matt Watson on his promotion to Sergeant!

Are you interested in serving the community as a member of the Sumner City Council? To apply for the council vacancy, submit your completed application and materials by October 8, 2024, at 5:00 PM to the City Attorney. Candidate interviews are on October 23, with the appointment vote on November 4, and swearing-in tentatively on November 18. Eligibility requires living within Sumner’s city limits for at least one year and being a registered voter. The position offers a bi-weekly salary of $645, with no benefits, and requires 18-20 hours per month for meetings and community activities. Submit a resume and answers to supplemental questions about your vision, priorities, and experience. All applications will become public records, and the position will be up for election in 2025 for a two-year term expiring in December 2027.

https://sumnerwa.gov/city-council-vacancy/

Come have a cup of coffee with us this morning at Rivers Edge Cafe. We will see you there at 8:30!

Come join us tomorrow for coffee!