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The Administrative Assistant will provide clerical and technical support to the City Clerk and Assistant City Clerk/Utility Clerk, City staff, and serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. The Administrative Assistant role is classified as a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) non-exempt position. This is a part-time position Monday through Friday. Full Job Description and Application

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Let Us Help You Succeed Find permits, licenses, requirements and guidelines you need to help you start, manage and grow your business in the City of Ruston

Living in Ruston

About Nestled along Commencement Bay and flanked by Tacoma on three sides, Ruston resides as a pearl. The City of Ruston is a quaint and vibrant example of small town America. Ruston is a city steeped in pre-Washington State history with deep roots and families that have lived there for generations, including the Puyallup Indian Tribe...

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City Council Meeting Agenda: February 06, 2018

Council Meeting Agenda Materials: Council Meeting Minutes 2018-01-16 RES 672 - Tacoma-Ruston-Permit-ILA-with-Attachment  RES 673 - Agreement with Pierce County for Inspection Services RES 674 - Dispute Resolution Agreement with Attachment

City Council Meeting Agenda: January 16, 2018

Council Meeting Agenda Materials: RES 669 Agenda Bill CenturyLink Pole Lease  RES 670 Agenda Bill Pierce County Jail Services Agreement RES 671 Consultant Agreement The Civic Group Council Minutes 2018-01-02

Does the City have a Small Work Roster?

Businesses wishing to be registered on the City of Ruston roster must complete the MRSC Roster Application. Please contact ejh@mrsc.org or 206-625-1300.

How do I get around the City?

The City of Ruston has a high walkability score. Choose Pearl Street or Winnifred Street for N/S bound travel and 51 st street connects you down to Point Ruston. During the summer, Pierce Transit operates a seasonal trolley service called Downtown to Defiance. *New Lime Scooters have been introduced to the area. The City allows...

How do I find information about the Point Defiance Ferry?

The Point Defiance Ferry dock is just at the end of Pearl Street. This ferry travels to Tahlequah on Vashon Island. For schedule information and fares visit the WSDOT website  and search Point Defiance Ferry.

How do I pay my parking/traffic ticket?

The City of Ruston contracts court services through the City of Fircrest, please visit www.cityoffircrest.net/court/ for payment options. Please note this website is intended for the City of Ruston in the State of Washington. Parking tickets received from Point Ruston Waterfront parking garage are not issued by the City of Ruston. To pay Point Ruston...

Are there any schools in Ruston, WA?

No, the old Ruston School house used to be the only school in Ruston, from 1920 to 1970. It now serves as the Ruston City Hall, Council Chambers, Police Department, commercial office space  and a community center where council meetings are held. The following list are the nearest schools and contact information: Elementary School: Point...

City Council Meeting Agenda: January 02, 2018

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Does the City Issue any Over-the Counter Building Permits?

There a few residential building permits that can generally be issued same day, or over the counter. These over the counter (OTC) type permits apply to residential projects only for plumbing, mechanical, re-roofing and re-siding permits. Visit the building departments permit resource page for more information on the types of projects that require a permit...

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