PUYALLUP TRIBAL LANDS-- The Puyallup Tribe of Indians has won a VISION 2050 Award from the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) for its Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
The VISION 2050 Awards celebrate progress to enhance the region’s communities and natural environment while advancing equity and opportunity for all. The awards recognize innovative work.
The Puyallup Tribe Comprehensive Land Use Plan provides a valuable resource for understanding the Tribe’s history, existing conditions, and vision for the future. It will help to make that vision a reality and will further overall coordination with the surrounding communities.
“The Tribe’s priorities and strategies for conservation of open space and natural habitats will be an important resource for coordination,” says Josh Brown, PSRC Executive Director. “Strategies in the plan to address climate change will have an important regional role. The Tribe’s plan will also be an important consideration in the development of the regional and county safety plans.”
The award will be presented at the Puyallup Tribal Council meeting on June 18.
VISION 2050 is the region’s plan for growth. By 2050, the region's population will reach 5.8 million people. The region’s cities, counties, Tribes, ports, agencies, businesses, and communities have worked together to develop VISION 2050 to prepare for this growth and serve as a guide for sustaining a healthy environment, thriving communities and a strong economy.
About PSRC
The mission of Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) is to advance solutions to achieve a thriving, racially equitable and sustainable central Puget Sound region through leadership, visionary planning and collaboration. PSRC is composed of nearly 100 members in King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties, including the four county governments, cities and towns, ports, state and local transportation agencies and Tribal governments within the region. PSRC.org
About the Puyallup Tribe of Indians
The Puyallup People have lived along the shores of what is now called Puget Sound since time immemorial. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is a sovereign nation of more than 6,000 members and one of the largest employers in Pierce County. It serves its members and community with generosity and is committed to building a sustainable way of life for future generations. Learn more about the Puyallup Tribe.
