South Sound Updates

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her October Constituent Spotlight, Phillip Jackson, who was recently recognized as a local hero. While making a delivery to a convenience store, he helped reunite a lost 5-year-old boy with his mother. “The South Sound is lucky to have people like Phillip,” said U.S. Rep. Strickland. “His kindness and initiative…

Lacey, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $2.6 million for  Washington State Patrol as part of the FY 2023 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) project grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs to improve public safety and modernize criminal history records keeping systems.  “A modern, accessible, and effective…

Lakewood, WA – U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $247,731 in federal funding for the Pierce County Metro Dive Team to update diving equipment that has been in use for the last two decades. “The funding announced today for the Metro Dive Team allows them to acquire the latest technology for this important work ,” said U.S.…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her September Constituent Spotlight, Matthew Landers, who serves as an educator at Pleasant Glade Elementary in Lacey. He is recognized for his many environment-minded contributions to his school and community. “It is an honor to celebrate Matthew’s deep commitment to the environment and students at Pleasant Glade Elementary,” said U.S.…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her August Constituent Spotlight, Ian “Shige” Ainoa, an Air Force veteran who currently works for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an IT specialist and scientific diver.   “Through his hard work to bring joy to everyone he meets, Shige’s dedication to the people of his community is inspiring,” said U.S.…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her July Constituent Spotlight, Trenton Brazie, an Army veteran who is currently serving as a firefighter in the City of Tumwater. “As an Army veteran and firefighter, Trenton’s dedication to public service inspires his community,” said U.S. Rep. Strickland. “There are many jobs he could have pursued following his ten years…

U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her June Constituent Spotlight, Sarah Harris, the City of Puyallup’s Parks and Recreation Director. Harris retired in May 2023, after 35 years of working for the City. She is recognized for her commitment to the City of Puyallup, and for growing and improving the city’s Parks and Recreation systems.…