The leaves are falling, bushes and shrubs grew over the hot summer, and there are some yard care tips specifically to keep in mind during this time of year: Do not blow leaves into the street. It clogs the street sweeper; it causes storm drains to flood roads; and it’s Read more…
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts through this summer’s budget priority survey. GreatBlue Research listened to responses from over 700 participants and reported the following to Council. Priorities for Future Budget Allocation Traffic emerged as the top concern, with eight out of ten respondents Read more…
We received this update from Sound Transit regarding the construction of their parking garage in Sumner: Starting July 11, Sound Transit’s contractor will hammer long piles into the ground at the Sumner parking garage construction site. This activity will continue for approximately six weeks to two months. If you have Read more…
Request for BidsSumner Senior Center Exterior Painting Bids are due by 2:00 PM, Tuesday, June 25, 2024Prevailing Wages Are Required To Be Paid Please examine the enclosed sample contract documents and contract specifications carefully so that you will be familiar with the requirements of the Small Public Works Contract. PROJECT Read more…
CALL FOR BIDS 2024 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAMS CIP 23-03 Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Sumner in the office at the Permit Center Counter located on the second floor of Sumner City Hall, 1104 Maple Street, Suite 200, Sumner, Washington 98390, until 10:00 a.m. June 11, 2024 (Bid Read more…
Sound Transit is beginning construction on their parking garage for the Sumner Station. Although this is not a City project, we know it will impact neighboring residents, businesses and commuters. Here’s are the links to follow for more information about this project.
As temperatures continue to drop, don’t forget to take care of your pipes. Here are a few tips to avoid frozen pipes: And, if your pipes do freeze, call Public Works at 253-299-5740 to turn off your water at the meter for you. We’ve seen many homeowners already in a Read more…
The City of Sumner is increasing the refuse rates in accordance with the contract with Murrey’s Disposal. The contract calls for an annual CPI adjustment of eighty percent (80%) of the change in the October Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) computed by the Seattle-Tacoma Area, plus an additional increase to reflect Read more…
Stewart Road is about to get a new bridge over the White River. Not only is it the last two-lane choke-point for traffic, but it also chokes the river’s flow beneath it. The new four-lane bridge will be higher and wider, letting the river meander where it needs to go, Read more…
Like you, we prepare each winter for snow. Sometimes we get “Snowmageddon” and sometimes snow predictions just “flake out.” Either way, it’s better to be prepared. Keep in mind a few things about winter weather in Sumner. Roads & Sidewalks Staying Warm at Home Needing Shelter