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Pierce County is comprised of the following departments. Access these pages to find information about department responsibilities, services and contact information.
Departments A-G
Assessor / Treasurer
Assigned Counsel (Public Defender)
Auditor
Clerk of the Superior Court
Communications
Council
District Court
Economic Development
Emergency Management
Executive
Facilities Management
Family Justice Center
Finance
Government Relations
Departments H-Z
Human Resources
Human Services
Juvenile Court
Law Library
Medical Examiner
Parks and Recreation
Pierce County TV (PCTV)
Planning and Public Works
Prosecuting Attorney
Sheriff
Superior Court
Boards & Commissions
Accessible Communities Advisory Committee
Aging & Disabilities Resources Advisory Board
Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention
Anderson Island Citizens' Advisory Board
Arts Commission
Board of Equalization
Boating Advisory Commission
Pierce County Boundary Review Board
Citizens' Salary Commission for Elected Officials
Civil Service Commission
Community Development Corporation
Conservations Futures Citizens Advisory Board
Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board
Ethics Commission
Firearms Advisory Commission
Flood Control Zone District
Frederickson Advisory Commission
Gig Harbor Peninsula Advisory Commission
Graham Advisory Commission
Human Services Citizens' Advisory Board
Key Peninsula Advisory Commission
Landmarks and Historic Preservation
LEOFF 1 Administration Board
Library District Board of Trustees
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
Mid-County Land Use Advisory Commission
Noxious Weed Control Board
Parkland-Spanaway-Midland Land Use Advisory Commis
Parks Citizens Advisory Board
Performance Audit Committee
Personnel Board
Planning Commission
Solid Waste Advisory Committee
South Hill Advisory Commission
Surface Water Management Advisory Board
Tacoma Narrows Airport Advisory Commission
Thun Field Advisory Commission
Transportation Advisory Commission
Veterans Advisory Board
County Council
Council & Committee Meetings
Council Meetings
Rules and Operations
Economic & Infrastructure Development
Community Development
Public Safety Committee
Study Sessions
Human Services Committee
Committee of the Whole
County Code & Charter
Legislation - View & Comment
Contact the Council
Proclamations
Budgets
Adopted 2018 Budget
2019 Budget
2019 Budget
Executive Proposed Budget
What Should I Know?
Budget Presentations
Budget Terms to Know
Past Budgets
Past Budget Process
2018 Budget Process
2017 Budget Process
2017 Budget & Supplemental Budget
How to Get Involved
How to Testify
Where We Are
Outdoor Sports and Recreation Council
Agriculture Advisory Committee
Tacoma Pierce County Opioid Task Force
Our Plan to address the Opioid Crisis
Initiatives and Grant Awards
Get Involved!
Information and Timeline
Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account Stakeholder Group
Office of the Council
Council Overview
Council History
Members & District Information
District 1
District 2
District 3
District 4
District 5
District 6
District 7
Council District Locator & Maps
Staff Contact Information
Council District Maps & Council District Locator
Contact the Council
What We Do
Ordinances & Resolutions
Performance Audits
Regional Leadership
Flood Control Zone District
Behavioral Health Study
Transportation Benefit District
Public Records Request
Courts & Law
Assigned Counsel (Public Defender)
Clerk of Superior Court
District Court
Court Dates
District Court Resource Center
Just Threads Clothing Bank
Therapeutic Courts
Drug Addiction Reduction Team (DART)
Veterans Treatment Court (VTC)
Courthouse Security
District Court Probation
ICAOS (Interstate Compact)
Pre-Trial Supervision
Probation Supervision
Alternate Programs
District Court Records Requests
District Court Services
Change Your Name
District Court Records Requests
Driving with a Suspended License
Fees
File a Small Claims Case
Filing an Anti-harassment Protection Petition
Filing a Stalking Protection Petition
Find Case Information
Find Court Date Information
Infractions & Requesting a Hearing
Make a Payment
Protection Order Worksheet
Quash a Warrant
Set a Court Date
eServices
Payment Options
Forms & Resources
State and Local Court Rules
Civil Case Forms & Resources
Criminal Case Forms & Resources
Infraction Forms & Resources
Miscellaneous Forms & Resources
Name Change Forms & Resources
Online Forms & eFiling Information
Small Claim Forms & Resources
Toll Violation Forms & Resources
General Information
District Court Records Requests
Fees
Marriage Ceremony Providers
What Can Court Staff Do
Local Rules
Holidays
Courtroom Conduct
Locations
Glossary
News
Types of Cases
Anti-harassment Protection Orders
Civil Cases
Impounds
Misdemeanors & Gross Misdemeanor
Name Changes
Small Claims Cases
Stalking Protection Order
Toll Violations
Traffic & Non-Traffic Infractions
Vehicle Impound Cases
Family Justice Center
Juvenile Court
Adoption Services
Adoptions Without An Attorney (Pro Se)
The Court Process
Attorney Information
At-Risk Youth/Child in Need of Services
Community Supervision (Probation)
Programs/Services Offered to Youth
Dependency Court
Types of Proceedings
Detention (Secure Confinement)
Visitation Rules & Information
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
Diversion
Advantages (Community & Youth)
Community Accountability Board Schedule
Community Service Assignments
Sealing & Destruction of Diversion Records
Forms & Packets
Juvenile Court Clerk's Office
What to Expect at Court
Courtroom Conduct
Services Available in the Clerk's Office
Informational Packets and Forms
Public Records Request
Truancy
Review & Contempt Hearings
Volunteer Services
Law Library
Board of Trustees
Criminal Records Information
Legal Help Links
Legal Research Links
Attorney Directories & Bar Associations
Research Links
Washington Legal Research Links
Library Services
New Books
Conference Room Calendar
Local Cultural Centers
Gig Harbor PCLS Library Kiosk
Lakewood PCLS Kiosk
Prosecuting Attorney
Superior Court
Case Information & Scheduling
Court Divisions
Civil Court
Court Commissioners
Criminal Court
Family Court
Juvenile Court
Therapeutic Courts
Judicial Panel Rotations
Court History
Court Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
American Disability Act Information
Court Call
Interpreter Services
Marriage Ceremony Providers
Settlement Conference Program
Forms
General Information
Contact Us
Court Holidays
County City Building Security
Courtroom Conduct
Employment
Guardianship Complaint
Glossary of Legal Terms
State Guardianship Forms
Strategic Plan
Superior Court Tours
What Court Employees Can Do For You
Helpful Videos
Guardians ad Litem
Guardian ad Litem Title 11 - Alleged Incapacitated
Guardian ad Litem Title 26 - Parenting Plan
Judicial Officers
Superior Court Judges Group Photo
Superior Court Department 1
Superior Court Department 2
Superior Court Department 3
Superior Court Department 4
Superior Court Department 5
Superior Court Department 6
Superior Court Department 7
Superior Court Department 8
Superior Court Department 9
Superior Court Department 10
Superior Court Department 11
Superior Court Department 12
Superior Court Department 13
Superior Court Department 14
Superior Court Department 15
Superior Court Department 16
Superior Court Department 17
Superior Court Department 18
Superior Court Department 19
Superior Court Department 20
Superior Court Department 21
Superior Court Department 22
Superior Court Commissioners
Jury Information
"Blue Card" - Respond to a summons
About Jury (video)
Parking/Bus/Mileage Information
Jury Service Information
Prohibited Items
Print An Attendance Report
Next Day Report Group
Contact Jury Administration
Local Rules
Approved Rules - effective September 2018
Parenting Seminars
Approved Seminar Providers
Impact on Children Seminar Details
Public Records Request
2016 Annual Report
Superior Court Update - 2017
Departments A-G
Assigned Counsel (Public Defender)
Concerns About Your Attorney?
Employment Opportunities
Extra-Hire Attorney
Volunteer Program
Rule 9 Program
For Clients & Families
Superior Court Referral Agencies
Court Ordered Service Agency Contacts
Courts We Support
Lawyer Confidentiality
Pierce County Jail
Posting Bail
Quashing a Warrant
Types of Cases We Handle
Types of Hearings You Will Have
For Defense Attorneys & Investigators
Forms
Investigation Services
Resources
How to Obtain a Public Defender
LINX (Online Case Information)
Sustainability Plan
Assessor - Treasurer
Pay Property Taxes Online
Appeals
Contact Us
Foreclosure
If Your Property is in Foreclosure
Purchasing Foreclosure Property
Utility Local Improvement District (ULID)
Manufactured / Mobile Homes
Moving
Title Elimination
Parcel & Sales Search
Personal Property
eFile
Failure to Submit Filing
Filing Options
Instructions & Tutorials
New Businesses
Owner Requirements
Valuation & Notices
Property Tax Exemptions & Deferrals
Current Use
Destroyed Property
Farm Machinery & Equipment
Historic Property
Municipal
Non-Profit
Property Tax Deferrals
Senior Citizens Or Disabled Persons
Tax Incentive for Multi-Family Housing
Three Year Home Improvement
Public Records, Reports & Forms
Data Downloads
Forms
Reports & Documents
Tax & Assessment Information
Facts About Property Taxes
Land Segregation & Combinations
Levies
Name & Address Changes
Property Assessment
Property Subject to Valuation & Taxation
Special Assessments
Tax Bills & Payments
Auditor
Animal Services
Animal Control Home
Animal Licensing Home
Animal Adoptions
Vet Clinic Supplier Roster
Livestock and Poultry Services Supplier Roster
Holiday Pet Safety Tips
Pet Agent Roster
Elections
Register to Vote
Current Election
Candidates
Put an Issue on the Ballot
Voter Resources
Elected Officials
Archived Elections
Be a Pierce County Voter
2020 Census
Excise Tax
Licensing
Auto & Boat
Business
Marriage
Pet
Subagent Notification Registry
Passports
Public Disclosure
Recording
eRecording
Restrictive Covenant
Military Benefits
2020 Census
2020 Census
Timelines
What's Happening Now
Funding Impacts
Economic Census
Pierce County Complete Count Committee
Census Jobs
Clerk of the Superior Court
Copies / Records Access
eFiling
Electronic Exparte
Fees
Forms
LINX - Legal Information Network Exchange
Quick Links
Pretrial Services
Rules/RCW's
Communications
Pierce County TV (PCTV)
Press Releases
Social Media
Design Projects
Fresh App Media Kit
Website Project
Pierce County Pets
Economic Development
2015 U.S. Open
2015 U.S. Open
At a Glance
Photos & Videos
Partners & Community Support
About Us
Business Retention & Expansion
Data & Analysis
Financing Programs
Project Assistance
Arts
Arts Commission
Art Grant Program
1% for Art Projects
Rotating Art Collection
Arts-Related Resources & Opportunities
Educational Forums
Our Partners
Regional Development
Reports & Studies
Tourism in Pierce County
Lodging Tax Program
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
Tourism Promotion Area (TPA) Program
Tourism Promotion Area Commission
Show Me How to ...
Expand My Business
Relocate to Pierce County
Start a Business
Become More Profitable
Get Financing
Export / Import
Train My Employees
Sell to the Government
Prepare to Survive a Disaster
Meet Business Owners Like Me
Find Tax Incentives
How Are We Doing? Customer Feedback
Emergency Management
Contact Us / About Us
Emergency Management Services
Alert & Warning
Pierce County ALERT
Lahar Warning System
Combined Communications Network (CCN)
New Customer Information
Document Center
Frequently Asked Questions [FAQ's]
Finance
Governance
History
Management
Current Projects
Single County Wide Communications System [SCWCS]
Regional Coordinating Council
About the Regional Coordinating Council
Region 5 Strategic Objectives
About Washington State Homeland Security Region 5
Region 5 Threat, Risk, and Vulnerabilities
Region 5 Cyber Planning Team
Region 5 Hazard Mitigation Plan
911 Program
Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)
NG-911
Communications Systems
Disaster Recovery
Disaster Recovery for Businesses
Disaster Recovery for Residents
Disaster Recovery for Public Entities
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Calendars
Publications & Reports
EMS Training
Emergency Plans
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Revision
Pierce County Continuity of Operations Plans
Personal Preparedness
Make a Plan
Build a Kit
Help Each Other
Preparedness Academy
Neighborhood Preparedness
Mount Rainier Active Volcano
Fire Prevention Bureau
Inspections
Permits
Fire Investigation Report
Outdoor Burning
Fireworks
Fire Safety
Pierce County Code Title 17C.60
Fire Code Violations
About Us
Training & Exercises
Training
Exercises
DEM University
Urban Search & Rescue
What's Happening in WA-TF1?
WA-TF1 Team Composition
Urban Search & Rescue - Portal
Volunteer Opportunities
Citizen Corps
Community Emergency Sheltering Program
Disaster Survivor Advocacy Team
Pierce County Animal Response Teams (PCART)
Functional Assessment Service Teams (FAST)
Search & Rescue
Web EOC
Web Cams
Winter Storm Updates
Executive
Vision, Mission & Values
Strategic Planning & Performance Management
County Balanced Scorecard History
Terms & Definitions
Executive Team
Management Team
Public Records Request
Proclamations
Speeches
Volunteer Opportunities
2018 State of the County address
2017 State of the County address
Facilities Management
Current Projects
Crisis Recovery Center
Construction Division
Maintenance Division
Real Property Division
Downtown Campus Parking Information
Forestry Management
Lease Management
Properties for Sale
Tax Title Properties
Resource Conservation
Energy Conservation
Water Conservation
Materials & Resources
Indoor Environmental Quality
Site Impact
Security Management
Courthouse Screening
ID Badges
Finance
Finance & Performance Management
Budgets & Financial Reports
Gambling Taxes
Manufactured/Mobile Home Distraint Sale
Open Pierce County
Personal Property Sale
Property Tax Payments
Purchasing
Supplier ACH Enrollment Form
Unclaimed Property
W-9 Form
Information Technology
About Us
Articles & Presentations
Associations
Awards
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
IT News
LINX
Mobile Apps
Online Tools
Pierce County's New Email/Web Addresses
Public Records Requests
Sustainability
Tech Internship Program
Vendor Information
PC RPAS Program
Procurement & Contract Services
Bidder Registration
Current Solicitations
2018 Procurements
2017 Procurements
Other Projects & Opportunities
Vendor Resources
Contract Compliance
Surplus Personal Property
Protest Policy
Environmental Purchasing Policy
Fleet Services
Risk Management
Benefits
Claim for Damages
Forms
Insurance Requirements
Workers' Compensation
District Access Portal
Revenue Reports
Tax Distribution Reports
Adopted 2019 Budget
County Council
Departments H-Z
Human Resources
About Us
Map, Directions & Parking
Commitment to Diversity
Benefits
Commute Trip Reduction
Deferred Compensation
Leaves
Life-Changing Events for Employees
Health Benefits
Retirement
Wellness Services
Workers Comp
Current Employee Information
Civil Service Commission
Employee Incentive and Recognition
Inclement Weather
Personnel Board
Policies & Guidelines
Salary Commission for Elected Officials
Total Classification & Compensation Study
Equal Employment Opportunity Services
Disability Accommodation
Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP)
Job Descriptions / Pay
Job Descriptions
Current and Prior Pay Rates
Jobs
Open Jobs
Civil Service (Sheriff)
Job Descriptions & Pay
Application Assistance
Benefits: Working for Pierce County
Veterans
Employment Alerts
Labor Relations
Terms & Definitions
Public Records Requests
Training & Development
Conferences & Special Events
Map, Directions & Parking
Required Courses
Standards for Training Attendance
TRAIN Consortium
Human Services
About Human Services
Advisory Boards & Committees
Program Plans
Strategic Plan 2018
Aging & Disability Resources
About Aging & Disability Resources
Caring at Home
Caregiver Support
Case Management
CLC-Get Care
Employment & Volunteering
Family Caregiver Support
Financial Resources
Health Care
Housing
Insurance / Medicare / Medicaid
Legal Services
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Nutrition / Food
Senior Centers
Transportation
All Resources
Where To Turn
Pet Resources
Aging into the Future
Community Development
Community Development Block Grant Program
Plans & Policies
Violence Prevention Program
Contact Us
Developmental Disabilities
Adult Services
Early Intervention Services
Information and Education Providers
School to Work
Early Childhood
Energy Assistance
Homeless Programs
About Homeless Programs
Coordinated Entry / Diversion
Continuum of Care
Funding Opportunities
Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
Homeless Provider Academy
Housing & Quality Standards Inspections (HQS)
Infographics and Dashboards
Reports, Plans, and Policies
Point In Time Count (PIT)
Housing Assistance and Programs
Affordable Housing Development Finance
Down Payment Assistance
Fair Housing Resources
Home Rehabilitation Loan Program
Home Repairs
Home Weatherization
Housing Interventions
Prevention Services
Veterans Assistance Programs
About Us
Applicant Information
Incarcerated Veteran Reintegration Services
Other Services and Resources
Pierce County Veterans Advisory Board
Solicitations and Competitive Bids
Transportation Services
About Transportation Services
Beyond The Borders
Other Transportation Resources
Pierce County Coordinated Transp. Coalition
WSU
Pierce Together 4 Kids
Crisis Recovery Center
Medical Examiner
Autopsy Suite
Claiming Decedent's Money
Cremated remains
Customer Service Survey
Definitions
Guidelines for Death Investigation
National Accreditation
Parks & Recreation
Activity Guide
Activity Guide Mailing Request
Events
Bridal Showcase
Camp Showtime
Cinema On the Sound
Crafter's Creations
Daddy Daughter Dance
Family Bingo Night
Family Campout
Family Movie Nights
Family Mystery Dinner
Fantasy Lights
Fantasy Lights Walk
Frontier Park Yard Sale
Fun Runs
Gaming in the Park
Gross Out Olympics
Holiday On Ice
Junk In the Trunk
Kids Night Out
Kidz Kraze Festival
Kite Festival
Mobile Food Fest
Mom & Son Dance
Mother Daughter Dance
Movies In the Park
Parks Appreciation Day
Pitch In For Parks
Princess Parties
Snowman Building Contest
Santa Mystery Brunch
Spring Egg Hunt
Summer Camp Preview Fair
Summer Yoga Series
Superhero Adventure Party
Superhero Family Dance
Support the Trails 5K
Touch-A-Truck
Turkey Bowling - On Ice
Winterfest
Woof Woof Walk
Recreation / Sports
Athletics
Bicycling
Classes
Camps
Cooperative Play
Disc Golf
Dog Friendly Sites
Game Bag Rental
Ice Arena
Outdoor Adventures
Recreation / Community Centers
Registration Options
Special Population
Trails
Golf Courses
Disc Golf
Parks, Facilities & Trails
Ashford County Park
Bresemann Forest
Chambers Creek Regional Park
Dawson Playfield
Frontier Park
Gonyea Play Field
Heritage Recreation Center
Lakewood Community Center
Lidford Playfield
Mayfair Playfield
Meridian Habitat Park
North Lake Tapps County Park
Parkland Prairie
Purdy Sand Spit
Riverside Park & BMX
Seeley Lake Park
South Hill Community Park
Spanaway Park
Sprinker Recreation Center
Rentals
Making Reservations
Rules & Regulations
Resource Stewardship
Capital Facilities Planning
Conservation Futures Program
Park, Recreation Open Space Plan
Regional Trail Plan Update
ADA Transition Plan
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Application
Volunteer Handbook
Adopt A Park / Trail
Companionship Program
Citizens' Advisory Board
Donations
Parks Appreciation Day
Pitch In For Parks
Special Events
Youth Recreation Programs
Volunteer Recognition Brunch
Jobs
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