Gig Harbor, WA

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance to establish the regular property tax levy for 2027. The meeting also includes the approval of city vouchers and a contract amendment for street improvements.

• Public hearing and adoption of ordinance for 2027 Property Tax Levy
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,026,451.05
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #4 for Peacock Hill Avenue Half-Street Improvements

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to review Phase 2B code proposals and the adopted Phase 2A code revisions. The body will also discuss historic structure assessments and a survey solicitation for the Masonic Lodge.

• Phase 2A Code Revisions (Adopted)
• Phase 2B Code Proposals
• Masonic Lodge Historic Structure Survey Solicitation
• Wilkinson and Soundview Homes
• Historic Structures Assessment (2008 and 2012)

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to approve minutes from July 21, 2026, and hold a discussion regarding Love Locks.

• Discussion of Love Locks

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal by Larson & Associates. The body will review a request to alter a previously recorded plat.

• Burnham Heights Plat Alteration (PL-PALT-26-0001): boundary adjustment to Lot 38
• Burnham Heights Plat Alteration (PL-PALT-26-0001): conversion of Lot 49 from a single-family residence to a recreation park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect a Vice Chair. The body will also receive a presentation and hold a discussion regarding the Phase 2B Development Code Update.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Phase 2B Development Code Update presentation by Community Development Director Eric Baker

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the September 3, 2026 meeting. The commission also received a presentation and held a discussion regarding the Phase 2B Development Code Update.

• Approved September 3, 2026 minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on expanding housing diversity and establishing a residential target area for multifamily property tax exemptions. The body will also consider a transit sales tax increase and the 2027 legislative agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance to amend GHMC Title 17 for housing diversity
• Public hearing on Resolution to establish a Residential Target Area for Multifamily Property Tax Exemption Program
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $975,061.54
• Resolution 1370 regarding 2027 Lodging Tax Grant Expenditures
• Resolution 1371 adopting the 2027 Legislative Agenda

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council meets in a study session on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM to hear staff overviews of city departments and programs. Discussion items cover Human Resources, Public Works, Engineering, Capital Improvement Projects, Operations, Streets, Storm, Parks, Water, and Sewer. No votes, ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only session. The agenda also includes public comment procedures and ADA accommodation information.

• Study session discussion items: Human Resources, Public Works Overview, Engineering, Capital Improvement Projects, Operations, Streets, Storm, Parks, Water, and Sewer
• No action items, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda
• Public comment is taken at study sessions after each staff report and clarifying questions, limited to two minutes per speaker and tied to the discussion item
• Public can also email [email protected] at any time
• Meeting accessible via Zoom (Meeting ID 932 1605 6382) or by phone at (253) 215-8782

Parks Commission

The commission will meet to discuss property management for Phase 3 of the Txʷaalqəł Conservation Area. The meeting also includes a Parks Division update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro.

• Txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 3 Property Management discussion

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council meets in a study session on October 6, 2026 at the Eddon Boat Park Boatyard House to discuss the proposed 2027-28 biennial budget. Staff presentations cover a budget overview and department-by-department reviews including housing and human services, communications, information technology, municipal court, community development, police, and the city clerk. No votes or formal decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only session. Public comment is taken during each discussion item, limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Introduction to the 2027-28 Biennial Budget
• Budget Overview presentation
• Housing, Health, and Human Services Program review
• Department reviews: Communications, Information Technology Services, Municipal Court, Community Development, Police, City Clerk
• Public comment accepted per discussion item, two minutes per speaker; email [email protected]

City Council

This is a study session of the Gig Harbor City Council, so the agenda lists discussion items rather than votes; each item has no suggested motion and is set for staff reports, questions, public comment, and council direction. Topics include a Rotary tree program services agreement, Phase 2a code development on housing diversity, stormwater and sewer maintenance agreement amendments with the Harbor Hill Resident Owner's Association, 2027 lodging tax grant funding recommendations, and updates on the wastewater discharge permit and water rights. No dollar amounts, ordinance numbers, or decisions are stated in the agenda text.

• Rotary Tree Program Services Agreement — staff report by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Phase 2a Code Development - Housing Diversity — staff report by Community Development Director Eric Baker
• Stormwater and Sewer Maintenance Agreement Amendments with Harbor Hill Resident Owner's Association — staff report by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm, PE
• 2027 Lodging Tax Grant Funding Recommendations — staff report by City Clerk Tiffany Aliment, CMC
• Wastewater Discharge Permit Status Update and Water Rights Update — staff reports by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm, PE

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a proposal by the Public Works Department to upgrade Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 1A. The project includes a new underground wet well, a 600-square-foot metal building, a backup diesel generator, and odor control systems. The hearing will include staff and applicant presentations, public comment, and a decision.

• Lift Station #1A Sanitary Sewer upgrade (PL-SCUP-25-0001)
• New underground wet well and modern pumps
• Approximately 600-square-foot metal building
• Backup diesel generator and odor control systems
• Public comment via Zoom, phone, or written submission

The Hearing Examiner approved a Shoreline Conditional Use Permit and three variances to replace and expand the existing Lift Station 1A. The project includes a new 600-square foot building and infrastructure at the current site due to gravity-flow requirements. Approval is subject to 19 conditions, including a required cultural resources survey.

• Approved Shoreline Conditional Use Permit for public utility facility
• Approved Shoreline Variance to reduce buffer from 100 feet to 22 feet
• Approved Critical Areas Variance to reduce wetland buffer from 150 feet to 75-80 feet
• Approved General Variance to reduce front yard setback from 35 feet to 16.5 feet
• Required Cultural Resource Study prior to ground disturbance

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to declare an intent to adopt a Residential Target Area for the Multifamily Property Tax Exemption Program. This item includes a public hearing to discuss the proposal. The council will also review 2027-28 revenue sources.

• Resolution to declare intent for a Multifamily Property Tax Exemption Residential Target Area
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,566,710.44
• Resolution 1367 approving the Utility Extension Agreement for Laguna's on the Bay
• Presentation on Pierce Transit Ballot Measure

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider two business items: authorizing a Sister Cities Memorandum of Understanding with Milna, Croatia, and approving an amendment to an interlocal agreement for multi-jurisdictional specialty teams in Pierce County. Public comment is invited on both items.

• Resolution 1368 authorizing Sister Cities MOU with Milna, Croatia
• First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Multi-Jurisdictional Specialty Teams in Pierce County
• Public comment allowed on each business item

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss lodging tax funding. The committee intends to review and reconsider previous recommendations regarding how these funds are used.

• Review and reconsideration of lodging tax funding recommendations

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted to reconsider and approve its 2027 funding recommendations after reviewing grant applications. The committee also appointed a subcommittee to review and recommend changes to future grant applications.

• Approved reconsideration of previous lodging tax funding recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 lodging tax expenditures as discussed (7-1, Battson voting no)
• Appointed a subcommittee of Sandvik, Stover, Dunis, and Lile to review and recommend changes to grant applications

Salary Commission

The Gig Harbor Salary Commission is holding a special meeting to review the salaries of the mayor and city councilmembers. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public comment, but the main item is the salary review. No specific salary figures or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Review of Mayor and Councilmember Salaries
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2026
• Public comment period

The Salary Commission unanimously approved a 5% increase to the mayor's and councilmembers' salaries. The commission reviewed current salaries and data from comparable cities before the vote. The April 27, 2026 meeting minutes were also unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 a.m.

• Approved a 5% salary increase for the mayor and councilmembers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: the 2027 legislative agenda, Phase 2a code development for housing diversity, off-street parking standards, and a sewer utility extension agreement for Laguna's on the Bay. Each item includes staff reports, public comment, and council deliberation. No final decisions are expected; the council is providing direction.

• 2027 Legislative Agenda
• Phase 2a Code Development — Housing Diversity
• Off-Street Parking Standards
• Sewer Utility Extension Agreement — Laguna's on the Bay

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider several routine items and two significant business items. The council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 1566, which would adopt a Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, and will consider adopting an interlocal agreement with the Washington Cities Insurance Authority. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers totaling $1,141,953.68 in ACH payments, a contract amendment for a wastewater treatment plant digester upgrade, and other routine approvals.

• First reading of Ordinance 1566 adopting a Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program
• Adoption of interlocal agreement with Washington Cities Insurance Authority
• Approval of vouchers: AP checks 203064-203152 and ACH payments of $1,141,953.68
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #1 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Upgrade
• Joint Use Agreement with Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One for Spill Response Trailer

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to approve the minutes from August 6, 2026. The commission will also perform the certification of an exceptional or lateral hiring list.

• Certification of exceptional/lateral hiring list
• Approval of August 6, 2026, meeting minutes

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission held a special meeting and approved the minutes from August 6, 2026, and certified the exceptional/lateral hiring list, both unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 6, 2026 (unanimous)
• Certified exceptional/lateral hiring list (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a continuation of a public hearing on September 3, 2026, for decision only regarding the Phase 2 Development Code - Density and Dimensions Land Use Table and a commission recommendation. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from August 27, 2026.

• Continuation of a public hearing for decision only on the Phase 2 Development Code - Density and Dimensions Land Use Table and Commission Recommendation

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will approve minutes from June and July 2026. The primary discussion item is the review of grant applications for operations, events, and direct marketing organizations. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Lodging Tax Grant Applications for Operations, Events, and Direct Marketing Organization

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously approved funding recommendations for 2027 lodging tax grant applications, covering events, operations, and tourism promotion. The approved amounts total $733,875, with individual grants ranging from $11,625 to $480,000. The meeting was procedural and focused solely on this approval.

• Approved 2027 funding recommendations unanimously (Coronado/Lile)
• Approved $11,625 for GH Canoe and Kayak Racing Team Paddlers Cup/Narrows Challenge
• Approved $22,500 for GH Film Festival
• Approved $36,000 for Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation Prayer Breakfast/Race for a Soldier
• Approved $67,500 for Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance operations
• Approved $26,250 for GH BoatShop operations
• Approved $63,000 for Harbor History Museum operations
• Approved $27,000 for Harbor WildWatch operations

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and potentially recommend a draft agreement for the Rotary Club's Living Tree Project, which would plant trees on city land for memorials and canopy growth. They will also consider a fee for the new park use permit, which allows for-profit activities like photography and fitness classes in parks. Additionally, the commission will provide guidance on a management plan for Phase 3 of the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area, including potential trail connections and invasive plant removal.

• Rotary Living Tree Project: two-year agreement with three two-year extensions, $0 compensation, Rotary to purchase trees and provide insurance ($1M/$2M)
• Park use permit fee recommendation: new permit for recurring small-scale business activities (e.g., photography, fitness classes), no fee set yet
• txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 3 management plan: includes invasive plant removal, trail along existing driveway, small gravel parking, trail connections to Prentice and Austin
• Public comment period and approval of July 1, 2026 minutes

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to formally review the Phase 2 Development Code, specifically the Density and Dimensions Land Use Table. Staff will present a report, followed by an applicant introduction and public comment. The commission will then discuss the item, with the next meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026.

• Public hearing on Phase 2 Development Code - Density and Dimensions Land Use Table
• Staff report by Director Eric Baker and Senior Planner Cory Ragan
• Public comment allowed in-person, via Zoom, or by phone (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Written comments accepted at [email protected]
• Approval of minutes from August 6, 2026 meeting

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the Phase 2 Development Code - Density and Dimensions Land Use Table, hearing from 11 residents, then voted unanimously to continue the hearing to September 3, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. Written comments will be accepted until Monday, August 31, 2026 at noon. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from its August 6, 2026 meeting. No decision was made on the substance of the code changes.

• Continued public hearing on Phase 2 Development Code - Density and Dimensions Land Use Table to Sept. 3, 2026, 5:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Set written comment deadline of Aug. 31, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Aug. 6, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: a tourism update, wildfire preparedness, an introductory discussion of a Judson subarea plan, and a discussion of the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program. Public comment is invited after staff presentations for the Judson and MFTE items. No final decisions are expected; the council will deliberate and provide direction.

• Introductory discussion of a Judson subarea plan, with staff report by Community Development Director Eric Baker
• Discussion of Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, presented by Housing, Health, and Human Services Program Manager Shealynn Smiley and Eric Baker
• Wildfire preparedness and preparation presentation
• Visit Gig Harbor tourism update

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. Council expressed support for establishing a Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, which will be considered at the September 14 meeting. They also received updates on tourism and wildfire preparedness, and discussed a Judson Subarea Plan.

• Council expressed support for establishing MFTE program; formal consideration set for Sept. 14
• Received tourism update from Visit Gig Harbor
• Received wildfire preparedness presentation from Gig Harbor Fire
• Discussed Judson Subarea Plan; no action taken

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider awarding a $3.6 million construction contract for the Commercial Fishing Homeport project, along with related contracts for materials testing and construction support. They will also vote on rejecting all bids for the Splash Pad Plumbing and Rewiring project and handle routine consent agenda items including vouchers, payroll, and appointments.

• Public Works Construction Contract with Redside Construction, LLC for $3,603,032.16
• Professional Services Contract for materials testing with Material Testing & Consulting, Inc. for $12,034.00
• Professional Services Contract for construction support with Facet for up to $312,857.00
• Resolution No. 1366 to reject all bids for Splash Pad Plumbing and Rewiring (CIP-2506)
• Ordinance 1565 amending the city's wage schedule

The council unanimously approved a $3.6 million construction contract for the Commercial Fishing Homeport project, along with related testing and support contracts. It also approved a resolution rejecting all bids for the Splash Pad Plumbing and Rewiring project, directing staff to seek funding in the next budget cycle. The consent agenda, including appointments and ordinance amendments, was approved unanimously.

• Approved $3,603,032.16 construction contract with Redside Construction for Commercial Fishing Homeport (unanimous)
• Approved $12,034.00 materials testing contract with Material Testing & Consulting, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved up to $145,000 change order authority for Public Works Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $312,857.00 construction support contract with Facet (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1366 rejecting all bids for Splash Pad Plumbing and Rewiring (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, Ordinance 1565, and appointments (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review a request for continuous examination authorization.

• Authorization request for continuous examination

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from its May 7, 2026 meeting and unanimously authorized a continuous examination process to fill the current police officer vacancy. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved May 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized continuous examination until police officer vacancy filled (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a staff presentation and hold a discussion regarding Site Design & Development Regulations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from July 16, 2026.

• Staff presentation and Commission discussion on Site Design & Development Regulations

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met on July 16, 2026, and conducted only procedural business: nominating a temporary chair, approving prior minutes, and reopening public comments. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda included a presentation on site design basics and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approved Commissioner Henderson as temporary chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Reopened public comments (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) Program and municipal budget basics. The body will also discuss city-sponsored special events and introduce new commission appointees.

• Discussion of Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) Program
• Review of Municipal Budget Basics
• Discussion of City-sponsored Special Events
• Introduction of Historic Preservation, Planning, and Salary Commission appointees

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, city-sponsored special events, and municipal budget basics. Staff will conduct additional research on the MFTE program and bring it back to a future study session. Council was supportive of staff's recommendation on special events.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during study session
• MFTE program discussion tabled for further research and future study session
• Council expressed support for staff recommendation on city-sponsored special events

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a new three-year strategic plan and a contract for intersection restriping. The body will also review quarterly finance and budget reports.

• Resolution 1365: Adopting the City's Three-Year Strategic Plan 2026-2029
• Contract with Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for Hunt and Skansie Intersection restriping not to exceed $128,757.50
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,066,662.13
• Resolution 1364: Declaring a City Vehicle Surplus
• Amended Interlocal Agreement for Pierce County Tourism Promotion Area

The City Council unanimously approved the city's three-year strategic plan for 2026-2029 and awarded a public works contract for restriping the Hunt and Skansie intersection to Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for up to $128,757.50, with change order authority up to $20,000. The consent agenda, including vouchers, payroll, an interlocal agreement, and a vehicle surplus resolution, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, interlocal agreement, and vehicle surplus resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1365 adopting the 2026-2029 strategic plan (unanimous)
• Awarded public works contract to Specialized Pavement Marking, LLC for restriping Hunt and Skansie intersection, not to exceed $128,757.50 (unanimous)
• Authorized change order authority up to $20,000 for the restriping project (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss applications for Direct Marketing Organization services. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Direct Marketing Organization Services Applications

The committee reviewed a financial forecast for the lodging tax program and directed staff to open the Operations and Events application window with an August 21 deadline. They will meet September 3 to review applications and make funding recommendations for all categories. No funding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Directed staff to open the Operations and Events application window with a deadline of August 21.
• Scheduled a September 3 meeting to review applications and make funding recommendations for all categories.

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet on July 21, 2026 to consider four discussion items: Love Locks, Harbor Arbor Art, the Brandani‑Killilea Creative Endeavor Grant, and signage. The meeting will also include approval of the May 19, 2026 minutes and a period for public comment.

• Love Locks
• Harbor Arbor Art
• Brandani‑Killilea Creative Endeavor Grant
• Signage
• Approval of May 19, 2026 minutes

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission unanimously approved a 90-day art display at Ancich Park proposed by the Waterfront Alliance. The commission also expressed support for draft letters to the city council regarding Love Locks and informative signage around art installations. Other items, including the Brandani-Killilea grant and Harbor Arbor Art changes, were discussed but not decided.

• Approved art display at Ancich Park for 90 days (unanimous)
• Supported draft letter to council on Love Locks project
• Supported draft letter to council on signage for art installations

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council study session will discuss Commercial Fishing Homeport Moorage Agreements and related regulations. The council will also review and rank the 2027‑28 capital projects for parks and streets. Staff reports will be presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm, PE, followed by public comment and council deliberation.

• Commercial Fishing Homeport Moorage Agreements and Regulations
• 2027‑28 Parks and Streets Capital Projects – Review and Ranking

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session on July 16, 2026, discussing commercial fishing homeport moorage agreements and 2027-28 parks and streets capital projects. Council expressed support for staff's recommended moorage rate of $10 per lineal foot plus leasehold tax, and for creating a wait list, but deferred discussion on assigning slots. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and included an executive session on potential litigation.

• Supported staff recommendation for $10/lineal foot moorage rate plus leasehold tax
• Supported creation and maintenance of a wait list for moorage
• Deferred discussion on assigning moorage slots to a later date
• Ranked 2027-28 parks and streets capital projects via sticker exercise