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Connie Ladenburg
Councilmember, District 4
Connie Ladenburg has been serving on the Pierce County Council since the voters of District 4 elected her in 2013. Her leadership positions include Chair of the Human Services Committee for the past three years. Accomplishments during her time on the Council include, her advocacy for a Council initiated study on the needs and gaps within the behavioral health system throughout the County which was conducted by the Human Services Research Institute (HSRI); the implementation of a Birth to 25 Advisory Board; support for the Help me Grow Initiative; approving the allocation of funds to start the Mobile Community Intervention Response Team; and providing support to the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. Currently, the Councilwoman is working to champion the one- tenth of one percent sales tax for behavioral health in Pierce County, as well as trying to provide resources and solutions to end homelessness.
Connie also serves on the Public Safety Committee, Economic and Infrastructure Committee, Flood Control District Board of Supervisors, and the Transportation Benefit District Board of Governors.
Connie Ladenburg, a Tacoma native, married high school sweetheart John Ladenburg in 1969. They have 5 children and 11 grandchildren. Connie received her bachelor’s degree in Social work from Pacific Lutheran University and her Master in Social Work from the University of Washington, Seattle.
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Annette Swillie
10th Floor RM 1046
930 Tacoma Ave. S.
Tacoma, WA 98402
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Pierce County Council Adopts COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Relief Loan Program
Posted on March 25, 2020
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Council approves emergency ordinances related to COVID-19
Posted on March 24, 2020
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Council to consider proposals for a Behavioral Health related One-Tenth One Percent Sales Tax
Posted on March 6, 2020
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Pierce County Council approves plan to bring existing pedestrian facilities into ADA compliance
Posted on February 12, 2020
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Jesse E. Johnson selected as 30th Legislative District Representative
Posted on January 13, 2020
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Pierce and King County Councils to appoint 30th Legislative District Representative
Posted on January 9, 2020
District 4 includes the communities of:
- Fircrest
- Parts of Tacoma (North and South Ends, Hilltop, and Downtown)
- Port of Tacoma
- University Place
Pierce County Women in Leadership
Dr. Kimberly Keith, Hilltop Artists
Join Councilwoman Connie Ladenburg as she speaks with women in Pierce County leadership to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment and women’s right to vote. First, step inside Hilltop Artists to learn more from their Executive Director, Dr. Kimberly Keith, about how she found her passion through art and how she is using her love of the arts to inspire youth in the Pierce County community.
Pierce County Women in Leadership
Dona Ponepinto, President and CEO of United Way of Pierce County
Even at a young age, Dona Ponepinto, President and CEO of United Way of Pierce County was an aspiring leader. Councilwoman Ladenburg continues her series on women in Pierce County leadership by speaking with Dona about her journey of leading a team with a goal to reduce poverty in Pierce County.
Pierce County Women in Leadership
Patti Jackson-Kidder, Chief of Corrections, Pierce County
Ever wondered what it’s like to run the Pierce County Corrections Facility? Our Chief of Corrections, Patti Jackson-Kidder, knows! Councilwoman Ladenburg speaks with Chief Jackson-Kidder about what it’s like to run the corrections facility and her greatest challenge in this inspiring role.
Pierce County Women in Leadership
Linda Nguyen, WorkForce Central Chief Executive Officer
Linda Nguyen, CEO of WorkForce Central, is a force to be reckon with as she ensures every moment counts! Follow along with Councilwoman Ladenburg as she dives deep into Linda’s leadership experience and learns more about how she helped create professional opportunities for thousands of Pierce County residents.
Hear all of Councilwoman Ladenburg's interview on the Obsessive Progressive Podcast!
Click here to view all The Business Next Door videos!
Standing Committee Memberships
Councilmember Connie Ladenburg serves on the following standing and select committees:
| Standing Committee | Position |
|---|---|
| Economic and Infrastructure Development Committee | Member |
| Human Services Committee | Chair |
| Public Safety, Humans Services and Budget Committee | Member |
External Boards & Commissions
Councilmember Connie Ladenburg serves on the following external boards and commissions:
| External Board or Commission | Position |
|---|---|
| Alliance for a Healthy South Sound Executive Board | Member |
| Tacoma Arts Live Board of Trustees | Member |
| Executive Board of Crystal Judson Family Justice Center | Member |
| Executive Board of Economic Development Corporation of Pierce County | Member |
| Joint Determining Board | Member |
| Joint Municipal Action Committee | Member |
| Pierce County Commission Against Domestic Violence | Alternate |
| Pierce County Flood Control Zone District Board of Supervisors | Member |
| Pierce County Regional Council | Alternate |
| Pierce County Reserve Officers Board of Trustees | Alternate |
| Public Facilities District Board of Directors | Member |
| Puget Sound Regional Council Economic Development District Board of Directors | Alternate |
| South Sound Military and Communities Partnership | Alternate |
| Tourism Promotion Area Hotel Commission | Alternate |
| Transportation Benefit District | Member |
Council & Committee Meeting Information
For more information on agendas, meeting schedules and minutes please visit the Council and Committee Meetings page.
County-City Building
10th Floor RM 1046
930 Tacoma Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98402
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