PinnedDerek YoungGratitudeAfter eight years on the Pierce County County Council and 16 years on the Gig Harbor City Council, today I’m stepping away from elected…Jan 1, 2023Jan 1, 2023
PinnedDerek YoungOmicron is HereIf you’re still unvaccinated, the time to do so is now. Those over 18 years old and 6 months vaccinated should get a booster dose.Dec 5, 2021Dec 5, 2021
Derek YoungBiennial Budget Priorities for Pierce CountyThis afternoon Executive Dammeier will kick off the Council’s biennial budget process by introducing his own budget recommendation. Over…Sep 21, 2021Sep 21, 2021
Derek YoungThe Case for Appointing the Pierce County Auditor and SheriffIn December 1978, a federal grand jury indicted 15 men, including Pierce County Sheriff George Janovich, for racketeering. During the…Jul 27, 2021Jul 27, 2021
Derek YoungThe Case for a COVID-19 CommissionWhile COVID-19 will be with us for a long time, recovery is underway, and it’s time to learn from the pandemic to improve our public health…Jul 12, 2021Jul 12, 2021
Derek YoungPierce County Council Pride ProclamationThis afternoon the Council will, for the first time, vote on a Pride proclamation. It’s an honor to chair the Council for a moment like…Jul 6, 2021Jul 6, 2021
Derek YoungIndependence Day in a Divided CountryWe don’t expect drama in a joint session of Congress to count electoral ballots. The Vice President reads a script, the votes are…Jul 4, 2021Jul 4, 2021
Derek YoungSustainability 2030 Plan update before CouncilAt a special meeting the Community Development Committee will begin its review of the Pierce County Sustainability 2030 plan, which…Feb 16, 2021Feb 16, 2021
Derek YoungCommitee and External Board AssignmentsAt this afternoon’s meeting the Council approved appointments to our standing committes and external boards.Jan 13, 2021Jan 13, 2021
Derek YoungChanges at the Pierce County CouncilWith the New Year, Pierce County has a new Council. Yesterday we swore in four new members. Joining us are:Jan 6, 2021Jan 6, 2021