Category Archives: Live Downtown Profiles

Meet Jamie

Posted on January 20, 2017 by dotgadmin

“Walking may take longer to reach your destination than driving, but I’ve viewed that time as a chance to recharge…” Continue reading →

Posted in Commuter Profiles, Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged #bike253, #walk253, Bike, Landau Associates, walk, Walk Tacoma | Leave a comment

Meet Tobin

Posted on June 23, 2016 by dotgadmin

Tobin walks & bikes to broaden his scope, be in his community and see some trees. Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged Bike, Live Downtown, Mad Hat Tea Co., walk | Leave a comment

Meet Alaria

Posted on April 29, 2016 by dotgadmin

Walk the route [so] you have an idea of how much time you’ll need to allow (and whether or not you need to wear sneakers and bring your high heels in a backpack like I do). Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged #walk253, Albers Mill, City of Tacoma, Dock St., Historic Preservation, Live Downtown, Museum of Glass, walk, walking | Leave a comment

Meet Wesley

Posted on December 16, 2015 by dotgadmin

Wesley says it’s great to live, shop, work and play downtown and has an incredible sunrise view of the Port and Mt. Rainier. Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged bicycling, Bike, downtown living, Foss Waterway, Foss Waterway Seaport Museum, Live Downtown, Perkins Building, shop, walk, waterfront, work downtown | Leave a comment

Meet Marylou

Posted on September 10, 2014 by dotgadmin

I only fill my gas tank about every two months and my car insurance is lower because I don’t drive to work. It is quicker for me to walk than to drive. Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles, Uncategorized | Tagged commuter profile, Live Downtown, St. Joseph Medical Center, walking | Leave a comment

Meet Jamie

Posted on August 27, 2014 by dotgadmin

Walk downtown Tacoma! There are so many hidden gems! Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged commuter profile, Live Downtown, Propel Insurance, walking | Leave a comment

Meet Sheryl

Posted on August 13, 2014 by dotgadmin

Focus on the positive and take your time. You learn a lot about the dynamics of the area or city you thought you knew so well before. Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged commuter profile, downtown living, Live Downtown, Tacoma Housing Authority, walk, Walk Tacoma, walking | Leave a comment

Meet Karen & Dick

Posted on April 9, 2014 by dotgadmin

Karen and Dick try out downtown living to downsize their space and their commutes Continue reading →

Posted in Live Downtown Profiles | Tagged Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, Live Downtown, The Metropolitan, Umpqua Bank, walking | Leave a comment

News & Events

Friday Forums 2023 – More Than the Tailpipe: Climate Resilience & Mobility

More Than the Tailpipe: Climate Resilience & Mobility As extreme weather events become more common in the South Sound, we’re faced with a serious question: How do we build a climate resilient Tacoma? Register below and join us for a … Continue reading →

Friday Forums 2023 – When a Sidewalk Isn’t Enough: Vision Zero in Tacoma & Pierce County

When a Sidewalk Isn’t Enough: Vision Zero in Tacoma & Pierce County Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, traffic deaths have been on a steady rise. The City of Tacoma is committed to reaching a Vision Zero goal of … Continue reading →

Friday Forums 2023 – Who Are We Building For?: Housing & Access in Tacoma

Who Are We Building For?: Housing & Access in Tacoma As Tacoma grows and changes, what would you like to see in the City of Destiny? Housing and transportation are deeply interconnected and our policies on both influence who can … Continue reading →