Tacoma Initiates Hiring Freeze Ahead of Potential $15 Million Deficit in 2027-28

Tacoma initiates hiring freeze ahead of potential $15 million deficit in 2027-28

(The Center Square) - Tacoma officials announced a hiring freeze Tuesday ahead of a potential $15 million deficit across 2027 and 2028 as personnel costs sit more than 25% above pre-pandemic levels.

Hiring freeze in Tacoma as city eyes $15M budget shortfall

The City of Tacoma has implemented a hiring freeze that will remain in effect through the end of the year to save money. The hiring freeze affects both hiring and promotions within the general city government. Tacoma has projected a potential $15 million deficit for its 2027 budget. “This temporary freeze on hiring and promotions provides the city with the opportunity to carefully evaluate its organizational needs and align its staffing with com…