Planning Commission Opening

Volunteer Opportunity: Planning Commission Have you ever wanted to be more involved in the development and future vision of Fircrest? Do you have an interest in the growth and feel of our neighborhoods? Consider serving on the Fircrest Planning Commission. The position is voluntary and serves a 6-year term. Applicants…

Meet the Candidates for the Police Chief & City Manager Positions

The City of Fircrest is excited to host a meet and greet with the selected candidates for both the City Manager and Police Chief positions. The City Manager Meet & Greet will be held on April 20, 2023, at the Roy H. Murphy Community Center. The Meet & Greet will…

Message From Chief Cheesman Regarding Tyre Nichols

Fircrest Community, All the members of the Fircrest Police Department are disheartened by the events that occurred in Memphis that led to the death of Tyre Nichols.  We stand with all law enforcement in condemning the ex-police officers who have rightfully been charged with the murder of Tyre Nichols.  Please…

Encampment Near Lowes

The City of Fircrest is aware and closely monitoring the encampment near Lowe’s on Orchard Street. We share Orchard Street with the City of Tacoma. The Anchor Church property and Lowe’s happen to be in Tacoma, therefore, not in our jurisdiction. Fircrest only owns the parcel where the water tower…

Building Inspection Requests Are Now Online

The Fircrest Planning & Building Department has been working towards our goal of becoming a paperless department. We now offer online inspection requests. You can schedule your inspection here: Schedule Your Inspection Here   We conduct inspections on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10 am – 2 pm. Inspection requests must…

SSHA3P is accepting applications for appointment to its Advisory Board

South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P) is accepting community members’ applications for appointment to its Advisory Board. How to Apply Applications submitted by January 27 will be considered for the first round of interviews. To submit an application, please go to: South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (smartsheet.com) Membership The Advisory…

2022 Holiday Building Closures

City Buildings will be closed for the 2022 Holiday Season. Here is a list of upcoming closures: Parks and Rec – Roy H. Murphy Community Center Closed for Christmas Eve – December 24, 2022 Closed for Christmas (observed) – December 26, 2022 Closed for New Year’s Eve – December 31,…

Homeowner Assistance Fund Info

What is Washington HAF? The Washington State Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) provides individual support and federal relief funds to qualified Washington homeowners behind on their mortgages due to pandemic hardship. This program is administered by the Washington State Housing Finance Commission (WSHFC). Learn More

Request for Qualifications – City Manager Recruitment

RFQ Complete Document CITY OF FIRCREST REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PACKET City Manager Recruitment Proposal Due Date: 11/18/2022 The City of Fircrest, Washington invites submittals from experienced executive search consulting firms or individuals to assist the city with conducting a search that will lead to the selection of a new City…

RFQ – Comprehensive Plan Update – Revised 11/22/22

RFQ Complete Document CITY OF FIRCREST REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PACKET Periodic Review and Update of Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations Proposal Due Date: 12/16/2022 INVITATION The City of Fircrest previously issued an RFP for this project and invited your company to view the request. Based on the input the City…