Pierce County violated state law by diverting millions in tax revenue meant to improve 911 calls, state audit finds

Officials repeatedly ignored guidance regarding their $4.5 million purchase to boost law enforcement radio connection at a government building in Tacoma, jeopardizing federal funding

By: Moe K. Clark

Outlets: InvestigateWest

Published: July 16, 2025

Words: 1,559

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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When a resident of Pierce County calls 911, their call is routed to the regional call center in Tacoma, which handles nearly 1 million calls each year and works as the communication bridge for the county’s 39 local police and fire agencies.

The center’s operations rely on funds collected through a special excise tax charged monthly to all phone lines. Under state law, revenues from the tax are meant to support the overall operations and maintenance …

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