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We’re thrilled to announce that two new utility boxes located at Traffic Ave and Valley Ave have been transformed into breathtaking works of art. These once-ordinary boxes are now vibrant canvases that reflect the creativity and culture of our beloved community. A huge thank you goes out to the incredible […]

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 […]

The fountain at the tip of Heritage Park was removed it last year as part of the work to replace/upgrade the utilities under Main Street, Kincaid and Cherry Avenues and to repave with the at-level plaza that connects the park to its adjacent blocks with no curb. When the fountain […]

Tired of finding unexpected “land mines” throughout Sumner and even in your own yard?  The City of Sumner reminding all dog owners of their Call of Dooty.  Here’s a few responses to common excuses for not doo-ing it. “No one will know, right?”  In this day of cell phones and […]

Warning: Scammers are impersonating Metro staff/animal control officers, targeting pet owners. This is a new low. They claim to have the owner’s missing pet but demand payment for their return. They even threaten to kill the pet if not paid. Again, this is a scam. If we have your missing […]

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 […]

Mobile food vendors including food trucks are welcome in the City of Sumner! We recognize the importance of having mobile food vendors in town to bring a variety of convenient food options, economic and business development, and excitement to our downtown. There are two options for parking and serving in […]

Is safety real? Sometimes, it’s a feeling that can be fickle; your actual safety isn’t always the same as your perception of safety. Then again, public safety is one of our core services as a city, a very real thing that we work hard to fulfill every day.   …I […]

Put Your Food Waste in Your Yard Waste Cart! Pierce County’s curbside residential yard waste program now accepts food waste! You can now put all food and yard waste in your existing yard waste container. Newly accepted items include dairy, eggs and shells, grains and bread, spoiled leftovers, and meat […]

Exciting news for Washington State seniors! From May 1st through October 1st, the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is offering an excellent opportunity for eligible seniors to enrich their diet with fresh, local produce. If you are 60 years or older (55+ for Native American or Alaska Native individuals), and […]

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of Sumner has fixed Monday,April 1, 2024, at approximately 6:00pm, in the Council Chambers, located at City Hall, 1104 Maple Street, Sumner, Washington, as the time and place for a public hearing on the declaring an item purchased with restricted utility funds […]

The current RV dump station located at the end of State Street will close permanently on April 30. We were happy to offer this service to our residents for a number of years; however, a few problems make this service no longer viable to provide:  – Businesses in the area, […]