Have a question? Curious about the latest news from the city? Stop by Van Lierop Garden Market at 1020 Ryan Avenue on a Friday for a casual Coffee with Carla and chat with Mayor Carla Bowman. Upcoming dates: All start at noon!
The recent issue of South Sound Magazine features Sumner’s own work on the White River Restoration Projects and how those projects, even partially completed, helped save Sumner from flooding this last December.
The February issue of the Costco Connection magazine featured a Sumner business that many locals may not realized moved here recently: MìLà. Learn more about how a local couple began this business and now ships frozen dumplings across the nation–from Sumner!
Update 2/27/26 A portion of 24th Street is completely closed in both directions, east of 142nd and west of the White River. This closure remains in effect until further notice. On Tuesday afternoon (2/24/26), the City was notified about a hole in the roadway. Upon inspection, we observed damage underneath Read more
Even through a wild week, Sumner Police joined our community partners to deliver over 500 toys and meals to local families who wouldn’t have received their holiday wishes otherwise. Thank you to all our partners, donors and volunteers who helped make 2025 Toybox another success. A special thank you to Read more
Pierce County encourages residents and businesses affected by the severe weather to report damages to help the County assess impacts and coordinate recovery efforts. This includes residents and businesses within incorporated cities like Sumner. Reporting damage is an important first step in determining community needs and may be required before state Read more
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Shuttle Bus Transportation Services for the City of Sumner Senior Center I. Purpose The City of Sumner Senior Center is seeking proposals from qualified and fully licensed and insured transportation providers to deliver shuttle bus services for visitors to the Sumner senior center. The anticipated need is Read more
With the national Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits expected to expire on Nov. 1 due to the federal shutdown, we’re sharing resources for food and ways to help those in need. Access Food Some food banks require membership or pre-registration to use their services. Here are three local food Read more
Beginning Monday, September 29, 2025, we’ll be online with the new processor. Your online credentials will remain the same – you will NOT need to re-register with a new login name or password. You may need to re-link your utility account number, which can be found on your bill. You Read more
After nearly two years of litigation, demolition of Sumner’s Ryan House is proceeding July 24-26. Contractors will salvage reusable items from the house that can be safely removed. All salvaged items will be safely stored and made available for the Ryan family to retrieve. “This house has served us well Read more