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White River Feature
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.
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Notice of Industrial Wastewater Permit: SIU-2026-002
XCJ Corp DBA Mila Dumpling The City of Sumner has issued a Draft Industrial Wastewater Permit (SIU-2026-002) for XCJ Corp DBA Mila Dumpling, located at 1515 Puyallup St Sumner WA 98390 (Parcel 0420138019). The facility receives raw food ingredients, including meats, vegetables, and dry goods, which are blended in commercial Read more
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Local Business: MìLà
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!
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Council Vacancy
We received applications to fill the vacancy on our City Council, and applicants were interviewed by the Council at last week’s Study Session. Use the button below to review the applications received and learn more about the upcoming process to fill the vacancy.
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Toybox Thank You!
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
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Reporting Storm Damage
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
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RFQ FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CIP 24-07, NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC CALMING AND INTERSECTION DATA COLLECTION
CITY OF SUMNER REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CIP 24-07, NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC CALMING AND INTERSECTION DATA COLLECTION, FEDERAL AID NO. HSIP-000S (724) The City of Sumner solicits interest from consulting firms with expertise in providing professional services in the area of civil engineering and municipal public works projects. Read more
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Supporting Food Banks
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
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Wipes Clog Pipes!
Because wipes don’t break down like toilet paper, they can: How You Can Help Put these items in the trash — not the toilet: Although many brands of disposable wipes are labeled “flushable,” they don’t actually break down like toilet paper. When flushed, they can block pipes, damage pumps, and Read more
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Online Utility Bills
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