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The Tarragon team took part in our 4th annual Habitat for Humanity Build Day last week! It’s an incredibly meaningful way for us to give back to the community while also reinforcing our commitment to teamwork and our core value of stewardship.

We’ve worked in the same community for the past three years, and it’s been very rewarding to see the progress they’ve made over this time, especially knowing that families are now living in homes we helped construct. We’re grateful for our ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity and the opportunity to support their important work.

The Tarragon team delivered lunch to thank the incredible staff of the Orting School District—including teachers, district staff, and bus drivers—for all their hard work this school year. Uplands—our new master-planned community in South Hill—is part of this district, and we’re so grateful for the dedication these individuals bring to their schools and students every day. Thank you for all you do!

With mixed emotions, Tarragon announces the well-earned retirement of Dave Henline, our Senior Director of Construction and true jack of all trades. Since joining the organization in 2006, Dave has been a cornerstone of our construction team, bringing decades of experience, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality in everything he does.

Over the years, Dave’s leadership has helped shape some of our most notable projects, including Glacier Run Apartments, The Main, and Tilden Apartments, among others. Whether managing complex builds or mentoring the next generation of construction leaders, Dave has left a lasting mark on the Tarragon team and the projects we’ve built.

Congratulations, Dave, on an incredible career. We wish you all the best as you begin this next chapter—may it be filled with relaxation, ski trips, and well-deserved “beverages” with family and friends!

Please join us in congratulating Dave Carter on 10 incredible years at Tarragon!

Since day one, Dave has been a steady, trusted leader in our Construction group—bringing expertise, integrity, and a commitment to quality to everything he does. From some of Tarragon’s most complex projects to the culture he helps foster, Dave leads by example: thoughtful, reliable, and always collaborative.

Congrats, Dave – we’re so grateful for all you’ve brought to Tarragon over the past decade!

Tarragon’s commitment to community in the Bonney Lake area has been expressed in various forms of sponsorships of local sports organizations, including the Bonney Lake Little League. Tarragon is proud to be a premier sponsor of the Bonney Lake Little League for the second year in a row. We recently went out to support the league for their picture day, and it was great to see all the teams decked out in their Tarragon jerseys!

Please join us in congratulating Mandy Bender on 10 incredible years at Tarragon!

As Director of Contracts, Mandy has a hand in nearly everything we do—bringing clarity, consistency, and care to every project. She’s a trusted advisor, a steady leader, and someone we all look to for guidance and support.

Congrats, Mandy – we’re so lucky to have you on our team!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Lou Robinson, Mikala Naoe, and Sam Olson! We’re so grateful for your dedication, organization, and the many ways you keep things running smoothly at Tarragon. Thank you for all that you do!

Please join us in congratulating Danielle on 10 incredible years at Tarragon! For a decade now, Danielle has been the heart of our culture and the engine behind countless initiatives, leading with compassion, creativity, and a whole lot of fun. Danielle does it all, whether it’s onboarding new team members, coordinating office remodels, or rallying us for pumpkin patch outings and kickball games!

Congrats, Danielle – we are so grateful to have you on our team!

Congratulations to nine members of the Tarragon team who recently graduated from the VISTAGE Emerging Leaders Program! Over the past two years, they’ve honed their leadership skills, built lasting peer connections, and grown their confidence to lead with impact.

At Tarragon, we’re proud to invest in professional and personal growth and support our team’s growth into the next generation of leaders.

Tarragon is proud to introduce Embark at Uplands, a new rental townhome community in South Hill, WA. The initial phase includes 86 rental townhomes, with future phases expanding to include additional townhomes and cottages—offering a diverse mix of housing options for the growing Pierce County region.

“Embark at Uplands represents an exciting next step in delivering high-quality housing within the Uplands master-planned community,” said Dennis Rattie, President of Tarragon. “With a focus on livability and connectivity, these rental townhomes will offer residents a unique chance to experience the vibrancy of South Hill, all within a well-planned, amenity-rich neighborhood.”