Pierce County News – Pierce County Council

Pierce County Council Meeting
3 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2002
903 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 1045
Tacoma
Action on Resolutions
Proposal No. R2002-9, approving, as creating municipality, Resolution No. 2001–1 of the Economic Development Corporation of Pierce County, adopted December 12, 2001, authorizing the issuance of $8,100,000 of non-recourse revenue bonds by the Economic Development of Pierce County, for purposes of financing the acquisition, improvement, and equipping of an industrial development facility for True World Foods International, Inc.
Proclamations/Awards/Appointments
Proposal No. R2002-4, recognizing and remembering the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for his outstanding contributions to the ideals of equality and justice throughout the world.
Proposal No. R2002-5, commending Mr. Terry Lee for his exceptional service to the citizens of Pierce County, and for his dedication and total commitment to the Pierce County Planning Commission.
Proposal NO. R2002-7, confirming the appointment of one new member to the Pierce County Development Corporation Board of Directors. (Brent Schoepel)
Proposal No. R2002-8, confirming the appointment of one new member to the Pierce County Housing Authority. (Edward W. Troughton)
Proposal No. R2002-10, confirming the appointment of Lakewood City Council Deputy Mayor, Dr. Claudia B. Thomas, to her first term on the Sound Transit Board.
Proposal No. R2002-11, confirming the reappointment of one existing member to the Graham Advisory Commission. (William “Bud” Rehberg)
Resolutions
Proposal No. R2002-2, making appointments of councilmembers to positions on external boards, commissions, committees, and other organizations for the year 2002.
General Public Comments
1. Overview of “Character First Program”: Mr. Steve Walsh, Market Counsel International.