The Staff Planning Group is made of government staff from governments in Pierce County. This group supports members of the Elected Leadership Group to engage in this work. They also provide expertise and input on the URA design and implementation.
Caleb Carbone, City of Tacoma, Homeless Strategy, Systems and Service Manager
Devon Isakson, Pierce County Human Services, Housing and Homeless Services Manager
Doug Newman, City of Fife, Chief of Police
Jennifer Hales, University Place, Public Safety Director
Jody Davison, City of Auburn, Human Services Director
Josh Stecker, City of Ruston, City Clerk
Keri Waterland, Pierce County Council, Principal Policy Analyst
LeighBeth Merrick, Pierce County Executive’s Office, Strategic Advisor for Health and Human Servies
Mary Connolly, Pierce County Council, Policy Analyst
Megan Stanley, Pierce County Human Services, Deputy Director
Shea Smiley, City of Gig Harbor, Health, Housing & Human Services Program Manager
Tiffany Speir, City of Lakewood, Planning Division Manager