South Sound Updates

Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her February Constituent Spotlight, Shellie Willis. After 25 years of service in the U.S. Army, Willis is now an advocate for veterans and servicewomen across Pierce County as Founder and CEO of the Redefining You Foundation.  “With the South Sound’s large active duty and veteran population, Shellie’s work…

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), advocating for a streamlined application process and a deadline extension on proposal submissions for the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program.  As the co-lead of the Grid Innovation Caucus, Strickland notes that the present deadline date of January…

Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her first Constituent Spotlight of 2024, Dr. Laurie Dent. With more than 20 years of public education experience under her belt, Dr. Dent currently serves as the Superintendent of the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.  “Empowering local education professionals strengthens our schools, communities, and our connections,” said U.S. Rep Strickland.…

Lakewood, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland announced $3 million in federal funding for the construction of a youth mentoring and tutoring center, a WIC Multicare office, and a food and clothing bank for the Bethel School District. “Children and families deserve access to mentoring, food and clothing assistance, and other necessities,” said U.S. Rep. Strickland.…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her December Constituent Spotlight, Katelyn Cleland. Katelyn is a South Sound resident who has recently been awarded the Bronze Medal Congressional Award for her efforts in community service and personal development. “Her desire to better both herself and her community is admirable, and I could not be more impressed that she…

Lakewood, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland announced $1,500,000 in federal funding for the Town of Steilacoom and partners to support the Garrison Springs Creek Restoration Project. “Funding the Garrison Springs Creek Restoration project will improve the water quality of some runoff that flows directly into the Puget Sound,” said Rep. Strickland. “While helping restore…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her November Constituent Spotlight, Sasha “taqʷšəblu” LaPointe. Sasha is an author and educator whose work shines a light on Native heritages found throughout the U.S. “I am proud to have Sasha as my November Constituent of the Month,” said U.S. Rep Strickland. “Her work is vital to uplifting Native communities…

Lakewood, WA – To mark the end of Pedestrian Safety Month, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $3,000,000 in federal funding for Pierce County to make necessary safety improvements to Pacific Avenue SR-7 near 168 Street East. “Pedestrian and transit improvements that prioritize safety and mobility is a top priority as the South Sound continues…