Citizen Tacoma

On today's episode we interview Mary Robnett who is running for Pierce County Prosecutor. Despite being described by her opponent's campaign as not being a serious challenger, she prevailed in the August primary by 11 points. Mary has a long career in the law and public service, is a UPS grad, and has lived in Tacoma since 1987. Get to know her better here! Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Mary For Prosecutor Channel 253 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

On today's episode we talk to Kate Larsen, the Director of the Tacoma Public Library and John Hines, a Board of Trustees member about their new initiative, "Libraries Transform Tacoma." In this Gates Foundation promoted program, the Library is hosting conversations to better understand people's aspirations for our community, to help make their work in the community more effective.   Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Libraries Transform Tacoma Channel 253 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

On today's episode we talk to Marty Campbell who is running for Pierce County Council. Marty has served Tacoma's Eastside on the City Council, as well as multiple neighborhood and merchant groups for many years. We were all over the place in this one. Immigration! Social Media! Standing up to dirtbags! OH MY! Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Elect Marty Campbell Channel 253 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Derek Young is running to retain his seat on the Pierce County Council. In today's episode, he helps us to better understand the differences between City Council and County Council, and what is potentially at stake with the make-up of the County Council going forward. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Re-Elect Derek Young Channel 253 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

It's that time of year already! Filing week is coming up, and our 2018 ballots are taking shape. On today's episode, Channel 253 producer and super knowledgeable dude about all things local, Erik Hanberg comes on the show to tell us about which races we can expect in this "even year" election, who we know is running, and how you can get YOUR name on the ballot. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Pierce County Filing Channel 253 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Thirty-nine days after the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida that killed 17 people, hundreds of thousands marched in cities all over the world to show their support for more strict gun control. These marches were organized by students, and on today's episode, we talk to three of the kids who organized Tacoma's March for Our Lives. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: March for Our Lives Tacoma Facebook Page Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

When we were interviewing candidates last year, so many of them said, "Tacoma doesn't have a plan! We should have a plan!" Well. Turns out, we have one. It was created in 2015 and it's called Tacoma 2025. It's a vision and framework for what we'd like to be in 2025, with input provided by over 2000 residents of Tacoma. Tanisha's job is to implement the plan and make sure it serves the city, (small C) not just the City (big C). This episode filled me with hope for the future of our fair city, and increased my confidence in the many people working hard to make sure we get there. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Tacoma 2025 Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

David Sawyer represents the 29th District in Tacoma and 8 women have come forward to officially report his inappropriate behavior. He has been placed under House review, and he is currently restricted from contacting his staff. On today's episode, we hear from one of those women, former legislative staffer Jessica Gavre.  We also talk to Candice Ruud, the News Tribune Reporter who is covering the story of Ron Langrell, the president of Bates Technical College, who has been placed on administrative leave after being accused of inappropriate, unprofessional behavior and abusing the power and authority of his position to dominate and intimidate others. The three of us discuss these cases, the #MeToo movement, and being a human female in 2018. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Multiple women accuse Tacoma lawmaker of unprofessional, inappropriate behavior Bates president gave unwanted hugs, insulted staff, slammed his shoe in anger, investigation finds The Rock Test: A Hack for Men Who Don’t Want To Be Accused of Sexual Harassment Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

We are having a special election! Ballots due February 13th. The levy that was generously passed by citizens of Tacoma in 2014 needs extending. Today's guests tell us all about Prop 1 and Prop 2 and the importance of supporting our schools. Did you know that your taxes will go DOWN if these levies pass? Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Levy Facts and Information Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

You've most likely heard about the Liquid Natural Gas plant that is being built at the Port of Tacoma. On today's episode we talk to Claudia Riedener, who has been a vocal leader in the fight against the facility. We talk about the dangers posed to our community and get the facts on many of the arguments for and against. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Redefine Tacoma Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Laurie Jinkins represents the 27th Legislative district in the Washington House of Representatives and is officially the biggest star we've had on the show. Our little politics nerd hearts are going pitter-pat over this episode! We talk about her path to public service as well as what exactly she does day to day.  We ask her about what happens next for Democrats in Washington State, now that they have a majority in the Senate, and we even learn about Laurie's nicknames around the Capitol. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links: Laurie Jinkins Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

This week, we guest star on the Move to Tacoma Podcast, the one that launched us all. We join Marguerite to talk about our experiences with the podcast this year. Starting as a regular citizen of Tacoma, what was it like to meet and interview 14+ candidates for office? Did we come away more inspired or more cynical by the political process? Check it out, and hear what we're thinking about for Citizen Tacoma in 2018! Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Move to Tacoma Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Robert Thoms is running to retain his seat on the Tacoma City Council. He's the first incumbent we've had on the show, and it was interesting to talk to someone with concrete experience on the Council. We talked about what the City is doing to address the homeless population as well as what can be done at this point regarding the LNG plant. It was a great chat, and Doug FINALLY gets his roads questions answered! Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Vote Thoms Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Join us for an episode of pure silliness with Mayoral candidate Jim Merritt. We play Tacoma Two Truths and a Lie, Would you Rather, and more. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Jim Merritt for Mayor Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Join us for an episode of pure silliness with Mayoral candidate Victoria Woodards. We play Tacoma Two Truths and a Lie, Would you Rather, and more. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Victoria Woodards for Mayor Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines