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Tacoma voters approved Proposition 1 on August 6, 2026“The latest round of election results released today indicate that Tacoma voters have approved the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy (Proposition 1), a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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Proposition 1 is the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy“The latest round of election results released today indicate that Tacoma voters have approved the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy (Proposition 1), a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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The 10-year funding measure will support safer streets“The latest round of election results released today indicate that Tacoma voters have approved the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy (Proposition 1), a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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The 10-year funding measure will support neighborhood infrastructure“a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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The 10-year funding measure will support transportation connections throughout the city“a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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Mayor Anders Ibsen emphasized the levy's role in making neighborhoods safer““It’s not lost on me how big of a decision this was for our residents and local economy,” said Mayor Anders Ibsen. “We are going to work tirelessly to ensure that we’re putting this money to the most productive, responsible use as we continue to move the needle on making our neighborhoods safer, more attractive, and more productive.””
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Mayor Anders Ibsen emphasized the levy's role in making neighborhoods more attractive“"It’s not lost on me how big of a decision this was for our residents and local economy," said Mayor Anders Ibsen. "We are going to work tirelessly to ensure that we’re putting this money to the most productive, responsible use as we continue to move the needle on making our neighborhoods safer, more attractive, and more productive."”
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Mayor Anders Ibsen and Deputy Mayor Joe Bushnell emphasized the levy's role in making neighborhoods safer and more attractive“"It’s not lost on me how big of a decision this was for our residents and local economy," said Mayor Anders Ibsen. "We are going to work tirelessly to ensure that we’re putting this money to the most productive, responsible use as we continue to move the needle on making our neighborhoods safer, more attractive, and more productive." "The passage of this measure will help make significant safety and connection improvements all across our community," said Deputy Mayor Joe Bushnell. "I’m especially happy that we’ll continue to support Safe Routes to Schools and maximize the benefits of our taxpayer dollars with grants and partners. Additionally, I believe that the accountability measures we’ve set up will show the community how our dollars are being accounted for and demonstrate the good stewardship of our community’s investments."”
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Mayor Anders Ibsen and Deputy Mayor Joe Bushnell emphasized the levy's role in having accountability measures to track spending“"Additionally, I believe that the accountability measures we’ve set up will show the community how our dollars are being accounted for and demonstrate the good stewardship of our community’s investments." - Deputy Mayor Joe Bushnell.”
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Council Member Kristina Walker called it a community priority for transportation accessibility“"This is a clear message from our community that transportation accessibility and safety are priorities," said At-Large Council Member Kristina Walker.”
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Council Member Kristina Walker called it a community priority for safety“"This is a clear message from our community that transportation accessibility and safety are priorities," said At-Large Council Member Kristina Walker.”
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The levy will fund street maintenance“a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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The levy will fund safety improvements“The latest round of election results released today indicate that Tacoma voters have approved the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy (Proposition 1), a 10-year funding measure that will support investments in safer streets, neighborhood infrastructure, and transportation connections throughout Tacoma.”
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The levy will support Safe Routes to Schools programs“"I’m especially happy that we’ll continue to support Safe Routes to Schools and maximize the benefits of our taxpayer dollars with grants and partners. Additionally, I believe that the accountability measures we’ve set up will show the community how our dollars are being accounted for and demonstrate the good stewardship of our community’s investments."”