As Memorial Day approaches, the City of Tacoma is set to honor those who have served with a few logistical changes for the holiday. According to a recent announcement, city administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, giving employees and the community at large a chance to reflect and remember the sacrifices made by military personnel. The announcement was published on the city's official website earlier this week.
However, essential services will continue as normal. The Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center, located at 3510 S. Mullen St., will operate on its regular schedule from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The citizens of Tacoma won't need to worry about interruptions in garbage, recycling, or yard/food waste pick-ups, as they will not be affected by the holiday schedule. This information comes directly from the city's announcement.
For those keen on visiting the library, take note that all Tacoma Public Library branches will be closed starting Saturday, May 24, in observance of Memorial Day. This adjustment to hours ensures that library employees can also partake in the day's memorials and spend time with their families and in the community as they commemorate this important day.
Parking will be one less thing to worry about for anyone driving into or around Tacoma over the Memorial Day weekend. The city has confirmed there will be no parking enforcement on Monday, May 26, allowing for more ease in attending various remembrance activities. These details were also outlined in the city's Memorial Day observance notice. As you make your plans to pay tribute to the fallen heroes, keep in mind the changes and closures that will help shape your holiday weekend.
