JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
AUGUST
2026
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In celebration of #NationalFriendshipDay on August 3rd, Liberty is celebrating Friendship Month in August. It is a wonderful time to reflect on the value of friends and a time to nurture your relationships – old and new! As you know, friendships in the military are often lifelong. It is so important to make that connection within your community and encourage one another.
Friendships can lead to overall better health, being happier, gaining experiences, the feeling of being supported, a sense of belonging, and more. From all of us at Liberty, thank you for being our friend! We look forward to connecting with you all month at our events! Keep reading this newsletter to find all the opportunities to connect this month!
Liberty Military Housing puts on free resident events throughout the year to encourage building friendships and a sense of community. Moving around can be a difficult transition but getting out to meet your new neighbors could lead to new friendships and ease this change.
Do you have a needed repair, a suggestion, or a concern? Liberty Military housing is committed to enriching the lives of military families through providing homes and vibrant communities Your feedback is an important piece in helping us accomplish this goal, and we want to ensure we provide you with an avenue to initially address your needed repair, suggestion, or concern and the process to escalate it, should that be necessary. Below is an outline of our easy Three-Step process for concerns and opportunities for feedback
STEPONE
ContactyourDistrictHousing Office
LewisEast:253-912-3485
LewisEast@LiveLMH.com
LewisMain:253-912-3460
LewisMain@LiveLMHcom
LewisNorth:253-912-3475
LewisNorth@LiveLMH.com
LewisWest:253-912-3493
LewisWest@LiveLMHcom
McChord:253-589-0523
Mcchord@LiveLMHcom
DiscoveryVillage:253-292-6100 DiscoveryVillage@LiveLMH.com
Mt.Baker:253-300-5299
MtBaker@LiveLMHcom
LibertyAtYourService 1-888-578-4141(24hrs)
STEP TWO If the issue is incomplete contact LMH General Management Office: 253-912-2111
STEPTHREE Iftheissueisstill unresolvedcontact ResidentialCommunities Initiative 520-942-5067
Set aside your unopened, non-perishable food items you would like to donate
Place your food items into the paper bags provided by your district office and leave the bags on the kitchen counter at move-out Your donations will then be picked up and delivered to the
Pasta/Sauce, Baby Food/Formula, Dry Beans, Flour, Cereal, Oatmeal, Juice, Rice, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Crackers, Cookies Canned: Vegetables, Fruits, Stews, Soups, Beans, Tuna, Meat WHATTODONATE? Questions? - Contact your district office for more information
We strive to provide the best service and value to our residents. To make it easier for you to give us honest and timely feedback, you can receive resident surveys via text.
Complete the steps below to opt in Invitations to opt in to text notifications will also be included on every survey recruitment email as well as at the end of each survey.
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Did you know?
Resident Shield Renter’s Insurance
All residents are required to have renters’ insurance with a minimum of $100,000 in personal liability coverage. This is to help protect you when unforeseen damages are caused to the home and/or your personal property.
Don’t have renters insurance?
All residents who do not have renters’ insurance are placed onto the Master Policy which is a resident incurred cost of $9.08/month ($7 for premium + $2.08 administrative fees). This coverage does not include coverage for personal property.
To be removed from the placed Master Policy, you must submit your own proof of coverage renters’ insurance.
Have your own renters’ insurance? Please follow the guide below to submit your proof of coverage.
Please ensure your policy has the following: States the names of all members of the household who are over the age of 18.
Full home address Policy Number
A personal liability minimum of $100,0
In a PDF format
The correct interested party informat
Interested Party: Lewis-McChord Communities, LLC PO Box 3687 Coppell, TX 75019
Please send your proof of coverage rent insurance policy directly to rentersaip@
Pet Policy Reminders
All pets are to remain leashed while outside of the home or fenced in areas. Pets tethered to trees or the home without supervision outside is strictly prohibited.
Pet waste must be picked up from the yard daily.
All pets must be registered with Liberty Military Housing and have a$250 pet deposit per pet
While work is being completed within your home by a Liberty Military Housing team member or a vendor, we ask that you please secure your pet in another room or kennel away from the area being worked on.
All Liberty Military Housing team members and vendors are prohibited from interacting with any pets within the home
Need to Register a New Pet?
Reach out to your designated district office for the following: Request and submit the pet addendum form. Submit the $250 per pet.
Create a PetScreening Profile per new pet (District Office will send a link for this).
Need to report a pet caused injury?
If an animal has caused bodily harm to a human::
Report animal and injury by calling 911.
Notify your District Housing Office.
Need to report
a loose pet in your community?
If the pet is non-aggressive:
Reach out to surrounding neighbors and community to find the owner
If no owner is located, take the animal to Pierce County Animal Shelter.
If the pet is aggressive:
Report aggressive animal by calling 911.
Notify your District Housing Office.
Note: Liberty Military Housing is unable to take in stray animals or pick them up in the neighborhood.
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Leasing Office
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Discovery Village
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McChord
Tuesday, August 18th
Partial Day closure from 8am - 10:30am
Friday, August 21st
Partial Day closure from 12pm - 4pm
Did you know that Liberty sponsors a monthly lunch at the USO on Lewis Main? Our next lunch is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5th. We hope to see you there!
LittleLiberty’s MonthlyProgramsUpdate
We heard you! As of August 2026, our Little Liberty’s programs will begin at 1pm instead of 11am.
We're excited to announce that Little Liberty's Artists is joining our monthly Little Liberty’s program rotation! This new program will inspire creativity through fun crafts, and artistic exploration for our younger residents
Events AUGUST
Libby the Snack Van
AUG 4th
11am - 1pm AUG 5th
1pm - 2pm AUG 6th
10am - 1pm
AUG 7th
1pm - 2pm
AUG 11th
10am - 12pm
AUG 12th 5pm
4pm - 6pm
Look for our team at our four community centers We will be giving away snacks and beverages. Eagleview and McChord community centers from 11am - 12pm. Clarkdale and Lewis East community centers from 1pm - 2pm.
Dinosaurs in the Park Pop-Up
Join us at our Eagleview community center for a ROAR-some afternoon of sensory play, crafts and snacks. It's going to be a Jurassic adventure you won't want to miss!
Community Storm Drain Awareness
We are partnering with DPW Environmental Works to bring you a fun and informative event! Join us at the McChord community center, as we place educational stickers on storm drains to help raise awareness about protecting our waterways
Little Liberty’s Storytime
Join us at our Eagleview community center for Storytime where we will be reading the book “Moana ” while enjoying provided snacks and beverages. First 40 attendees will receive a FREE book!
Potty Training 101
Liberty is proud to partner with the Armed Forces Community Services New Parent Support Program to host a Potty Training 101 class
Be sure to enter the event registration on Community Rewards Lunch will be provided and attendees will receive a FREE potty!
Bingo Night
Join us for Bingo Night! Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and exciting prizes! Be sure to check Community Rewards to sign up for this event!
AUG 13th
3pm - 6pm
AUG 14th
1pm - 2pm
AUG 18th
1pm - 2pm
Living with Liberty Expo - Back to School Photos
KC Lovely Photography will be joining us at the Expo for Back-to-School photos Registration is required to secure your spot Register on Community Rewards to receive your complimentary photo
Little Liberty’s Explorers
Join us at the McChord community center for our monthly program, featuring sensory play at one of our community centers Snacks and beverages will be provided.
Ice Cream Pop- Up
Join us for our last fun ice cream pop-up of the season at the Clarkdale community center While supplies last
AFCS New Parent Support Program: Family Yoga
AUG 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
AUG 20th
4:30pm - 6pm
AUG 26th
4pm - 6pm
AUG 28th
1pm - 2pm
Liberty is proud to partner with the Armed Forces Community Service New Parent Support Program for monthly family yoga at the Eagleview community center
Plant Bingo & Coffee Night
Join us for an evening of iced coffee and a fun game of bingo! Be sure to enter the event drawing on the event website for a chance to win access to this event.
Liberty Paint Night
Join us for our free-style paint night where all materials will be supplied to make your own personal painting to take home. Be sure to check Community Rewards to sign up for this event!
Little Liberty’s Artists
Join us for our new monthly program, featuring art and creativity at our Lewis East community center Snacks and beverages will be provided
Questions? Contact us at LMHJBLMevents@livelmh.com
For More Detailed Information: Check Community Rewards
EXPO LIVING WITH LIBERTY
Thursday, August 13th | 3pm - 6pm 5517 N 4 Street, JBLM WA th
Discover everything Liberty Military Housing has to offer at this fun, interactive event. Explore booths with Liberty teams and trusted vendors, learn about helpful services and resources, enjoy games, win prizes, and connect with your community.
GAMES BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES RESOURCES
Dates: August 8 and August 22nd th
Time: 9am - 12pm
Locations
Lewis East Community Center
60100B Garcia Blvd.
*For both events
While supplies last Come
Important Reminders
Have your Military ID ready at the time of check-in
Bring bags to carry your items
First come, First serve
AUGUST HOURS OF OPERATION
Wednesday, August 19th | 3pm-7pm
Saturday, August 22nd | 9am-3pm
*FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. ONCE DUMPSTERS ARE FULL, WE WILL CLOSE*
RESIDENTS ONLY. Residents must sign the items drop-off form and provide their JBLM home address.
Must provide a list of items being disposed of at the time of drop-off.
Disposal of accepted items only.
Must be able to lift and dump all items yourself or with an accompanied person.
Location: Corner of N 5th and Pierce Ave in the Greenwood Neighborhood
ACCEPTED
Furniture (3 per household)
Bagged Items
Recyclables - Please breakdown boxes
Household Trash
Bicycles
Grills - (For gas, ignitor must be removed) NOT ACCEPTED
QUESTIONS? CONTACT
ADDITIONAL REFUSE/RECYCLE OPTIONS
Liberty’s FREE Bulk Trash Drop-Off
Open on the third Wednesday and Saturday of every month Located in the Greenwood Community at N 5 and Pierce Ave th
ACCEPTED: Furniture (3 per household), Bagged Items, Recyclables, Household Trash, Bicycles, Grills
NOT ACCEPTED: Mattresses, Loose Items, Hazardous Waste, Propane Tanks, Appliances, Electronics
JBLM Recycling Centers FREE Drop-Off
Open Tues - Sat 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Lewis Main: 5290 Nevada Ave | 253‐966‐6230
McChord: 516 South Gate Road | 253‐982‐3451
ACCEPTED: Books, Cardboard, Electronics, Metal, Wood Pallets, Plastic Bottles, Yard Waste, Toner Cartridges NOT ACCEPTED: Household Trash, Tires, Furniture, Mattresses
Requirements to Reserve: Features:
One day/month/household
Reserve up to 90 days in advance
Must be a current resident & no balance owing
$250 refundable deposit
48 Hour reservation notice
Opening/Closing inspection with LMH
Signed Reservation Agreement Form
Spacious event room
Fully equipped kitchen
Provided tables and chairs
Provided cleaning supplies
Restrooms
AC/Heating
Playground
MAINTENANCETIPOFTHEMONTH
Did you know this valve is called the “Angle Stop Valve”?
It is a 90 degree shut-off valve that controls water flow to the toilet from the main water supply line
If you experience a toilet issue such as an overfilled toilet, leak, or an emergency, you can simply turn the valve to shut the water off to the toilet only to prevent additional water damage.
HOME BASED BUSINESS (HBB) HIGHLIGHTS
Blessed Memories Photo Booth
Location: Carter Lake, McChord
Owner: Ezra Marbella-Magno
Established: May 2026
Specialty: Open Air/Self-Serve Events Photo Booth
Contact: blessedmemoriesphotobooth@gmail.com
Facebook/Instagram: Blessed Memories Photo Booth
From the Owner: Turn your special day into a lifelong memory. Offering elegant photo booth experiences tailored to match the theme of your Pacific Northw nning open-air setups to customized digital copies and print strips, we ensu with a keepsake they'll cherish.
Sweet Cheeks
Location: Discovery Village
Owner: Desiree Durham
Established: 2020 Hawaii (Schofield) - JBLM April 2026
Specialty: Dipped strawberries & More
Contact: 575-497-8071 or Email SweetCheeksDipped4u@gmail
From the Owner: Hello, my name is Desiree Durham. My journey into the world of chocolate started over six years ago with a passion for creating something beautiful, sweet, and meaningful. Today, I am a professional custom strawberry dipper and chocolate mold decorator, bringing unique, handcrafted treats to life for every occasion, from birthdays and baby showers to gender reveals and holidays. I love turning your special moments into something unforgettable with custom party favors made just for you. Beyond my business, I am a proud Army spouse of nearly 12 years and a dedicated mom of two amazing children on the autism spectrum, so life definitely keeps me busy. In the midst of it all, I've found joy in creating and sharing something that brings happiness to others.
A WORD FROM OUR WEST ARMY PARTNERS
Summer Burns Bring Spring Flowers
By: Hailey Dunn and Kiley Westergaard, DPW Environmental Division, AGEISS .
If you live or work on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), you likely have seen or smelled the smoke from prescribed burns The biologists and foresters of JBLM Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division use prescribed fire, also known as controlled burning, for several different reasons
It maintains open landscapes, which are ideal for many military training missions
It aids in wildfire suppression by reducing fuel loads
It benefits ecological restoration for wildlife habitat, including habitat for several rare and endangered species.
It may seem counterintuitive to restore a piece of land by setting it on fire, but prescribed fire is an essential tool for maintaining approximately 18,000 acres of fire adapted ecosystems on JBLM. Grass-dominated prairies, Oregon white oak woodlands, and Ponderosa pine forests all depend on fire. These ecosystems are divided into small fire management units that are burned following a specific plan, or prescription. Typically, burning takes place every three to five years.
Frequent disturbance intervals help these ecosystems maintain their short-statured vegetation or what we perceive as openness and resiliency Fire also minimizes competition from other vegetation types
One example of a strong vegetational competitor is Scotch broom, the large, yellow-flowered shrub Scotch broom is common along the roadsides of western Washington Unfortunately, the noxious species is not restricted to only the road edges This noxious weed grows rapidly on prairie soils and can even alter soil chemistry making it more favorable for itself, and other weeds, to persist
Scotch broom ruins habitat for prairie dwelling animals by crowding out the native wildflowers and grasses that animals need for food, water, and shelter This loss of habitat causes populations of native species to dwindle and prompts biologists to take action and prevent further declines and ultimate extinction of the species
In lieu of herbicides, biologists use prescribed burns to kill noxious weeds such as Scotch broom Immediately after a prescribed burn in the summer, the blackened, barren landscapes starkly contrast the colorful array of springtime flowers.
With time, this new landscape allows native plants to take their rightful spot and thrive in the prairie
Many prairie plants, such as common camas, require full sun and don’t do well in competition with neighboring or overtopping plants Native prairie species have special adaptations such as sturdy bulbs, deep taproots, or underground rhizomes, that help them tolerate the summer droughts These adaptations can also help the plant persist in a nonflowering state until conditions are appropriate, adding to the resiliency of the ecosystem Prescribed fire is a powerful tool that can help restore the structure and function of the ecosystem while simultaneously supporting the military mission and the sustainability of JBLM
