City of Fife
Derek Matheson is an experienced city manager with a strong background in municipal operations. Currently serving as the City Manager for the City of Fife since April 2022, Matheson previously held the position of Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Kent from August 2014 to April 2022, and served as City Manager for the City of Covington from March 2007 to August 2014. Matheson's career in public service began with various positions at the City of Federal Way from 1995 to 2007. Derek Matheson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government, as well as a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Urban Studies and Affairs, both obtained from the University of Washington between 1993 and 1998.
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City of Fife
Once a small farming town, Fife has grown into a hub of community, industry, and retail opportunities. Fife is located conveniently between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport & the Port of Tacoma, intersected by I-5, and at the edges of Pierce & King Counties. No B+O tax, I-5 exposure, low tax rates, and a responsive City Government and Chamber of Commerce make the City of Fife the perfect place to do business. Fife is also a wonderful town to call home. With an award-winning school district, free year round special events, and miles of parks and trails to explore, residents and businesses love Fife. Fife was founded in 1957 and was named after William J. Fife, a prominent Tacoma lawyer, once head of the Washington National Guard, and a Lieutenant Colonel in the field during the Philippine Insurrection. Fife covers roughly 5.7 square miles of land between the Puyallup River and Puget Sound.