Local Government Agencies
City of Tacoma
Business incentive programs, financial assistance, tax assistance and training programs have encouraged many regional, national and international companies to expand or relocate their operations in Tacoma. The City is dedicated to helping foster the region’s economic base to improve the quality of life for its citizens and business community.
Port of Tacoma
Created by Pierce County citizens in 1918, the Port has 2,400 acres (972 hectares) that are used for shipping terminal activity and warehouse, distributing, and manufacturing.
Tacoma Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau
This website seeks to boost tourism to the region and includes an extensive event calendar, maps, photo galleries, and popular tourist spots.
Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County
The Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County is a private, non-profit corporation established in 1978 as a partnership between private business and the public sector to encourage economic development in Tacoma-Pierce County. The EDB’s Mission is to increase the quality and number of jobs as well as capital investment within the county. Their website includes job opportunities, community reports, demographic, population and community information.
Pierce County
The Pierce County website provides a tool for extensive local government links and information, contact information, traffic, weather, and job opportunities.
The Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce
The Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce is the business advocate for Eastern Pierce County that provides effective leadership creating an optimum environment for business and community development. The website provides tourist information, business information, and member activities.
EnterpriseSeattle
This site is similar to the Tacoma-Pierce County and offers great research and statistics for Seattle and King County.
City of Seattle
Official website for the City of Seattle
