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Sumner’s Survey Says
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Budget Priorities Survey this past summer. What did you tell us? Please review the results below from Great Blue Research, who conducted the survey for us.
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METRO ANIMAL SERVICES UPDATE
As you know, the City of Sumner operates animal control and sheltering for a number of cities as Metro Animal Services. Beginning September 1, the city of Milton has chosen to no longer receive services through Metro. If you live in Milton and have an animal safety issue, you will Read more
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Sumner Shines on FOX 13
Well, Sumner, you looked fantastic on film! Last Friday’s filming with FOX 13’s Good Day Seattle from our own Heritage Park was so much fun. The on-air people called Sumner “adorable” and told us they had the most fun in Sumner. They might say that to every city, but I Read more
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Welcome, Councilmember Isaacs
Welcome Councilmember Mark Isaacs! Mayor Bowman led the swearing in of Sumner’s newest Councilmember on Monday, August 24. In his application, when asked about his vision for Sumner, Councilmember Isaacs wrote, “The City of Sumner’s culture is shaped by the choices we make. Every planning decision, public investment, community event, Read more
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Utility Box Art Survey
The City of Sumner is excited to wrap two more utility boxes with art and color in 2026! Art brings life to our community and can turn everyday spaces into something welcoming and unique. We have two locations to wrap with art at this time. For this survey, you are Read more
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Limited Parking Near Wastewater Treatment Facility
With fishing season beginning August 19, visitors should be aware that public parking is not available at the Wastewater Treatment Facility due to ongoing construction. No-parking signs are also in place along portions of State Street near the work area, and vehicles parked in restricted areas may be towed. Drivers Read more
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Chalk Art Festival
Congratulations to the winners of Sumner’s 2026 Chalk Art Festival! You are a very talented community. Child – ages 0-12 Winner is Victoria for untitled Spongebob portrait. Teen – age 13-19 Winner is Lavannah for untitled patriotic dog portrait. Adult – age 20+ Winners are Becca and Cameron Jackson for Read more
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Crime Decline
Sumner saw another encouraging year for public safety in 2025, with overall reported crime dropping more than 30% compared with 2024. At the same time, the Police Department’s clearance rate improved from 17.8% to 22.2%, meaning officers solved a greater percentage of reported crimes. Some of the biggest improvements were Read more
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Suspect in Custody
This morning, detectives from the Sumner Police Department Investigations Unit, working alongside the Washington State Patrol Missing and Exploited Children Task Force, served a search warrant at a residence in Marysville and arrested the suspect on a Pierce County Superior Court warrant. The suspect was taken into custody without incident Read more
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Remembering Councilmember Reinke
We learned Tuesday morning that Councilmember Greg Reinke passed away unexpectedly at his home. This is a great loss for Sumner, and it’s why our City’s flags are currently at half-staff. In government, we talk about policies and plans and laws, but really, the heart of everything we do is Read more